(VIDEO) Now training! Recruitment drives record-setting flood of MAX operator applicants August 9, 2024 by Tyler Graf More than 850 people applied, 50 were hired, following TrIMet’s first-ever public recruitment of MAX operators An unprecedented hiring initiative led to the one of the biggest waves of job applications in TriMet’s history, adding to a pool of candidates that will help fill vacant operator positions in the short and long term. More than […]
TriMet is building better bus connections for Clackamas County communities August 8, 2024 by Mark Miller We’re adding more service to, from and between Lake Oswego, Oregon City, Tualatin, West Linn and beyond Circle Sunday, Aug. 25, on your calendar for TriMet’s next big service update. Included among many other transit upgrades: new bus service that will create better connections between Clackamas County communities like Lake Oswego, Oregon City, Tualatin and […]
Dr. LaVerne Lewis becomes first Black President of TriMet’s Board of Directors July 24, 2024 by Tia York Appointed to the Board in 2021, Dr. Lewis served as Vice President from 2023-2024 and becomes the agency’s first President of African American descent During its July 24 meeting, TriMet’s Board of Directors elected Dr. LaVerne Lewis as their new President. Lewis will begin her term on August 1, 2024, becoming the first person of […]
From jobs to schools and services, TriMet improves connections to opportunities with August 2024 service change July 17, 2024 by Tia York Summer rollout includes improvements to bus service; two new bus lines; new bus network in place of late-night/early-morning MAX service; expansion of MAX Red Line service to Hillsboro; and new names for three MAX stations TriMet is rolling out one of our largest-ever service updates on Sunday, Aug. 25. Riders can expect new and more […]
TriMet shuttle buses will move riders around Sunday’s partial-day closure as crews tackle regional graffiti along I-84 July 10, 2024 by Tyler Graf Comprehensive efforts spearheaded by the Oregon governor’s office and the Oregon Department of Transportation will require a partial-day disruption to MAX Blue, Green and Red lines MAX Blue, Green and Red lines will be disrupted for part of Sunday, July 14, between NE 7th Ave and the Gateway/NE 99th Ave Transit Center for graffiti and […]
TriMet awarded $25 million for future home of zero-emissions bus and training operations July 1, 2024 by Mark Miller RAISE grant is vital for future Columbia Operations Facility to support TriMet’s goal of 100% clean energy buses by 2040 A federal grant will help move TriMet closer to our goal of a zero-emissions bus fleet — a necessary step for not only our agency to meet climate action goals, but for achieving state and […]
TriMet, ATU Local 757 propose landmark contract agreement June 25, 2024 by TriMet Tentative 4-year agreement includes a more than 13% wage increase, 401a contribution increase, new childcare subsidy, tuition reimbursement and other changes that bolster TriMet’s ability to expand service and improve the customer experience *Information on union vote has been updated. TriMet and the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 757 leadership have reached a tentative agreement […]
TriMet to increase enforcement of fares, other rules, to improve the riding experience June 24, 2024 by Tyler Graf More enforcement and accountability aimed at making transit system cleaner, safer and more accessible TriMet is redoubling enforcement of our rules for riding to improve cleanliness and accessibility on board while addressing inappropriate behavior. This is part of our ongoing and long-term efforts to give riders a better overall experience. Beginning July 1, our safety […]
TriMet is ready for summer season June 20, 2024 by Mark Miller When temperatures reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit, expect delays on MAX and WES Summer is officially here! With warm, dry weather prevailing throughout the season, it’s the best time of the year to get out and see all our region has to offer. TriMet connects people to opportunities every day. Whether you’re going to work, traveling […]
TriMet’s newest trains need room to test this June along the MAX Red Line June 5, 2024 by Tyler Graf From June 16-21, nightly MAX service between PDX and Gateway will be disrupted beginning at 7:30 p.m. A milestone approaches for TriMet’s newest trains before they enter regular service: testing on the MAX Red Line. It will happen this June over six consecutive nights. To provide dedicated space for testing, the Red Line will experience […]
