TriMet gives union workers a raise December 2, 2024 by Mark Miller New Working and Wage Agreement, effective Dec. 1, 2024, brings new benefits for employees represented by Amalgamated Transit Union Local 757 One of the top places to work in Oregon just got even better! Effective this week, TriMet’s union employees earned a 4% raise. That wage increase is part of a new Working and Wage […]
Deck the halls — not the roads — with TriMet as your sleigh this holiday season November 27, 2024 by Tyler Graf TriMet can take you to the best seasonal events without the hassle of parking, but always remember to plan ahead The holiday season is back, and so are the festivities that come with it. Whether you’re heading to Portland’s annual Tree Lighting at Pioneer Courthouse Square, holiday events around the region or doing a little […]
TriMet brings on agency’s first Chief of Strategy and Planning, with an eye to the future November 27, 2024 by Roberta Altstadt Claire Khouri joins TriMet leadership in forging a strategic path forward to foster coordinated transit growth for our region and our riders Claire Khouri becomes TriMet’s first Chief of Strategy and Planning on Nov. 27, 2024. Khouri brings to TriMet more than 20 years of experience in public policy and leading collaboration to build out […]
TriMet seeks community feedback on future development of two eastside park and rides November 25, 2024 by Tyler Graf Feedback to help form potential development plans near E 122nd/Menlo Park and E 181st Ave stations TriMet is seeking community input on two new potential developments — one at the E 122nd/Menlo Park Park & Ride and the other at our E 181st Ave Park & Ride. We are exploring opportunities to reimagine how the […]
TriMet adding weekend bus service in Gresham and Troutdale November 21, 2024 by Mark Miller Line 81 will run on all days, connecting communities and serving commuters TriMet’s latest bus service improvements are coming to East Multnomah County on Sunday, Dec. 1. We’re adding more buses on Line 81-Kane/257th, including on weekends. We’re also making a small route adjustment to serve more people in Gresham. The improved Line 81 will […]
TriMet lanzará nuevas máquinas expendedoras para mejorar el acceso a las tarjetas de tarifa Hop Fastpass November 20, 2024 by Tyler Graf Las máquinas con pantalla táctil permitirán obtener tarjetas Hop en las estaciones y reemplazarán los boletos de papel In English TriMet lanzará una forma más conveniente de comprar y recargar las tarjetas de tarifa Hop a partir en diciembre, con la introducción de nuevas máquinas expendedoras con pantalla táctil en cinco ubicaciones. Estas permitirán a […]
TriMet to launch new vending machines to improve access to Hop Fastpass fare cards November 20, 2024 by Tyler Graf The touchscreen machines will make Hop cards available at stations and replace Hop tickets En español TriMet will be rolling out a more convenient way to purchase and reload Hop fare cards beginning in early December with the introduction of new touchscreen vending machines at five locations. They will allow riders to buy and reload […]
TriMet dedicates new transit mobility center to lifelong advocate for people with disabilities November 19, 2024 by Tia York Named for TriMet Committee on Accessibility Transportation (CAT) Chair Jan Campbell, the new space will serve as an accessibility hub for riders unable to use TriMet buses and trains due to disability or a disabling health condition TriMet is opening a new transit mobility facility, with a new location and a new name. Located in […]
TriMet launches survey to improve connections with riders of all languages November 18, 2024 by Tia York With questions about transit use, language and communication preferences, the survey will help TriMet understand how to best support our community’s language needs Spanish translation At TriMet, we are always working to make our transit service better and more welcoming for all. To help us best support and communicate with riders who speak languages other […]
TriMet lanza una encuesta para mejorar las conexiones con los pasajeros de todos los idiomas November 18, 2024 by Tia York Con preguntas sobre el uso del transporte público y las preferencias de idiomas y comunicación, la encuesta ayudará a TriMet a comprender cómo podemos atender mejor las necesidades de nuestra comunidad en cuanto a idiomas. English translation En TriMet, siempre estamos trabajando para mejorar y hacer que el servicio de transporte sea más accesible para […]
