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Committee to discuss transit-oriented development, land-use planning
If you're interested in learning of future developments in the Portland-metro area's public transit system, you might want to check out the Transportation Policy Alternatives Committee meeting this Friday.
Metro program aids downtown revitalization
Regional government Metro is working with four Portland suburbs - Tigard, Oregon City, Gresham and Hillsboro - to help convert their depressed main streets into thriving business districts. Metro is collaborating with business owners, who say the work is generating real results.
In next transit corridor, access to station areas will be a priority
As preliminary planning begins for the region鈥檚 next high-capacity transit corridor, from Portland to Sherwood, a new approach is being employed.
Fisherman’s Marine opening Tigard location
Fisherman鈥檚 Marine is expanding with a new 26,000-sq-ft Tigard store opening in April, offering hunting, fishing, camping gear, apparel, and footwear.
Tigard getting a John’s Incredible Pizza
A former 48,000-square-foot electronics store in Tigard is being transformed into a pizza restaurant and fun center. John's Incredible Pizza at 9180 S.W. Hall Blvd. will have a pizza buffet as well as an arcade, carnival rides, theme rooms and private party rooms.
Grasses planted along Greenburg Road
A crew for SCC Earthworks is preparing to plant grasses along Greenburg Road as part of the Oregon Route 99W rehabilitation project.
Tigard mental health clinic upgraded
Additions and upgrades are being constructed at a mental health clinic campus in Tigard. Work is under way at three existing buildings at 11895 S.W. Greenburg Road. They house administrative offices and clinics for Luke-Dorf Inc., a nonprofit organization that provides mental health care to clients in parts of Multnomah and Washington counties. Eco-roofs and skylights are being installed.
No wall, but living column used in Tigard project
An affordable housing project being built in Tigard will take a cue from living walls to make a more energy efficient building. Developed by Community Partners for Affordable Housing, The Knoll will be the first housing project built since the city of Tigard created its downtown urban renewal district.
Pacific Highway upgraded
Major intersecting roads in Tigard are being upgraded. The Oregon Route 99W project for the city of Tigard, Washington County and the Oregon Department of Transportation calls for a third through lane for Pacific Highway, turn lanes onto side streets, an extended median, wider sidewalks, new bike lanes, improved pedestrian crossings and wider corners for truck turns.
Development tries to pass buck to Tigard
Washington County has plans for its next urban area, West Bull Mountain, but the county doesn't know who will pay for the development's water, parks and roads. Its first option, the city of Tigard, isn't interested.
The Knoll
The Knoll at the corner of Southwest Hall Boulevard and Hunziker Street in Tigard will have 47 one- and two-bedroom apartments for seniors living on modest means. There will also be a community room and a library.
Tigard starts first urban renewal project
The city of Tigard's first project in its new urban renewal area will help to serve Washington County's growing population of seniors.
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
