Highest possible rating by Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings indicates fiscal strength through pandemic; Outlook improves from negative to stable  Standard and Poor’s (S&P) Global Ratings has reaffirmed TriMet’s highest possible senior-lien payroll tax revenue bond assessment, upholding TriMet’s long-standing AAA score. S&P also revised the agency’s outlook status from negative, where all transit agencies […]

As Women’s History Month wraps up, TriMet thanks and recognizes the women of the Division Transit Project workforce. We celebrate their contributions as a team and as individuals, as they help build a first-of-its kind bus service to the greater Portland region. They bring diverse skills and experience in design, engineering, construction management, community engagement […]

Unfortunately, the “Get Moving 2020” ballot measure—a portion of which would have provided local funds for about 150 transportation projects including our Southwest Corridor Light Rail Project—did not pass. We are disappointed, as the Southwest Corridor project would have addressed one of the most congested travel corridors in the region, connected affordable housing to regional […]

TriMet’s financial stability has again been recognized by a top bond rating agency, for the second time this year. Kroll Bond Rating Agency, Inc. (KBRA), a global credit-rating leader, recently reaffirmed the highest rating of AAA to TriMet’s Senior Lien Payroll Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2018A. They also AAA-rated all outstanding Senior Lien Payroll Tax […]

Renewed five-year agreement ensures continued upkeep, cleaning and security on Portland’s Transit Mall As a TriMet MAX Green Line train passes by, work crews in blue and yellow Portland Mall Management, Inc. (PMMI) vests sweep debris and bag litter near TriMet’s SW 5th & Oak St MAX Station. Funded primarily through a contract with TriMet, […]

We’re adding more convenient and cost-effective TriMet service for parade days Let TriMet chauffer you past congestion and parking hassles when the 2019 Rose Festival opens for business. We’re old pros when it comes serving the hundreds of thousands of festival goers that choose and trust TriMet to safely and conveniently get them to and […]

Painted murals will enhance neighborhoods alongside TriMet properties TriMet’s MAX Orange Line is becoming more colorful. Starting Monday, May 20, 2019, artists will begin creating murals that add vibrancy to properties along the Orange Line. This is part of TriMet’s Portland-Milwaukie Light Rail Public Art Program, designed to strengthen a sense of community and inspire […]

TriMet can fast break you past traffic, parking fees and hassles to playoff excitement With the NBA Western Conference Finals moving to Portland, TriMet is your ride to cheer on the Portland Trail Blazers for their first home games in the series. The Blazers and Golden State Warriors clash at the Moda Center for games […]

Take TriMet and avoid the hassles of driving and parking downtown May 3-5 Leave the driving to TriMet when you join Portland’s Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at Tom McCall Waterfront Park, in the heart of Portland. The celebration of Mexican culture and history begins Friday, May 3 and runs through Sunday, May 5. TriMet offers […]