TriMet recognizes operators with a demonstrated track record of service and safety, and who exhibit teamwork among their colleagues If you ever wondered about the dos and don’ts of winning the lottery, you can look to TriMet bus operator Tim Maxcy for guidance. There’s a very simple three-part rule in his post-lottery playbook: stay active, […]

Work by TriMet, Raimore Construction and subcontractors, including several that are minority-owned, keep project on track for opening in fall 2022 Just Bucket owner and president, Willie Davis, Jr. admits thast he didn’t always see the benefit of becoming a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise. “I became certified in 2002,” remembered Davis. “I saw the fact […]

Due to safety concerns and heat-related mechanical issues on MAX, all MAX service is suspended With record-setting high temperatures causing disruptions to MAX this weekend, TriMet is immediately halting service on all MAX lines from now until the start of service on Tuesday, June 29. The historic high temperatures, which are approaching or exceeding 110 […]

With the Gov. Kate Brown’s order today, social distancing requirements have been lifted on all transit TriMet will no longer be limiting the number of passengers on buses, MAX or WES trains following new guidance Friday from the Oregon Health Authority and Gov. Kate Brown’s office. The decision is one step toward a return to […]

Expect some delays on all MAX lines once temperatures reach 90 degrees; bus windows may be closed to help keep them cool With temperatures this weekend predicted to reach historic highs, TriMet is planning to make service adjustments due to the duration and severity of the heat. Starting on Saturday, June 26, the top speed […]

Set to open in fall 2022, new high capacity bus service will move more people faster between Downtown Portland, Southeast Portland, East Portland and Gresham Big changes for transit are coming to SE Division Street. Today, 40-foot TriMet buses, mostly blue with a few orange stripes, make their way through the Division Street corridor, often […]

While improvements to the MAX system mean more reliable service during high-heat spells, triple-digit temperatures lead to reduced speeds With temperatures expected to soar to record highs this weekend starting on Friday, June 25, TriMet is reminding riders to stay hydrated and watch trimet.org/alerts for updates on service.  Over the past few years, we’ve worked […]

Fiscal year 2022 adopted budget reflects revised payroll tax revenues and a new Working and Wage Agreement TriMet’s adopted budget for the coming year focuses on bringing riders back to our transit system as the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic begin to subside. In addition, the budget paves the way for TriMet to continue our […]

TriMet, joined by Portland Streetcar, will suspend fares over the Fourth of July weekend to help riders reach their summer destinations Ditch your Hop card this Fourth of July. Forget about purchasing tickets at a machine or fare box. TriMet will not be collecting fares on buses, MAX trains and LIFT paratransit vehicles on July […]