This historic trolley runs for seven miles between Portland and Lake Oswego along the Willamette River. Often called the Willamette Shore Trolley, the line passes through the Johns Landing area, by Willamette Park, and through scenic wooded areas. Currently trolley patrons ride in vintage cars on the old route, but there are discussions between city officials, citizen groups, and transportation representatives on whether a new streetcar line should be constructed.
Related Links: Willamette Shore Trolley
On Wednesday the City of Portland has put out a solicitation for design and engineering proposals for work to be done along Moody Ave, according to the DJC. System Development Charges, along with federal funding would go towards improving the only northern entrance to the South Waterfront District. Read the entire story at the DJC:
“South Waterfront planners in tough spot” by Justin Carinci
Important Message, Please Note:
Beginning Monday October 26, 2009 the gravel parking lot on the south side of Gaines Street across from Atwater Place will be managed by Star Park LLC. As of Monday, October 26th this lot will no longer be free and those using it will need to pay for parking. The lot will be patrolled frequently for violators. Monthly passes will be available as well as a pay station for short term parkers who will be able to purchase a ticket to display on their dash.
For more information, please contact Star Park at 503-223-4128.
Driving around the district this week may seem a little different to everyone. Over the weekend the Portland Buearu of Transportation implemented a few traffic changes in the district – including making Gaines street a 2 way street, the removal of stop signs from Moody Ave. and additional cautionary signs highlighting these changes. Here is the official word from PBOT:
Changes in South Waterfront Traffic Circulation
The City of Portland’s Bureau of Transportation will make changes to South Waterfront traffic circulation in early October, 2009. The work will address requests made by residents in the neighborhood and by the operators of the Portland Streetcar.
> All Way stops at SW Bond Ave and SW Curry St, SW Moody Ave and SW Curry St, and SW Moody Ave and SW Gaines St will be removed. Gaines and Curry will still be stop controlled at Bond and at Moody
> SW Gaines and SW Curry will carry two way traffic between Moody and Bond. Curry and Gaines between Macadam and Moody will remain one way.
> A Speed 25 sign will be added on SW Bond north of Bancroft.
These changes are expected to provide better access to, from and within the South Waterfront area.
Please call or email if you have questions or comments.
Thank you,
Peter Mason, PE
Traffic Investigations
E-mail: Peter.Mason@pdxtrans.org
(503) 823-5234
Walking around South Waterfront today we found 2 new businesses that have either just opened or are about to open. Here’s some quick info on our new neighbors:
The first one that is open now is called GREENToko, they are a manufacturer of plantation grown teak wood furniture, and the owners are residents of the Meriwether. This is high quality patio furniture for very reasonable prices. Go check them out on the west side of the John Ross building, next to Bambuza and Umpqua Bank. Also, mention that you are a South Waterfront resident and get an additional 10% off!
The other new business is The Dog House, a doggie daycare and wash facility located on the west side of Riva on the Park (3720 SW Moody Ave.). The Dog House won’t open officially until August 21st, but come out for an”Open Dog House” on August 15 and 16 from 12 – 3pm to meet the owners and see the new space. For more information visit: www.thedoghouseportland.com.
Over the summer the City will be reviewing the street plans for South Waterfront. This was recently posted on PDOT’s website: South Waterfront District Street Plan
Residents attended one Open House on June 11 and provided the city input and it seems that many of the suggestions will be taken into consideration for a comprehensive plan for the district.
News today for Mayor Adams website – the Gibbs St.Bridge design is nearly complete – getting us ever closer to construction! There is an Open House coming up on March 18th, 5-7pm at Umpqua Bank in the South Waterfront. Here is the full article:
On October 30th Zidell launched another barge from their factory here in the South Waterfront. One of the residents in the Meriwether building made a video of the launch from their balcony – excellent view point. Check out the video on You Tube:
photo by Kent Anderson
Zidell has been working hard – night and day – preparing their most recent barge for launch. And we have just learned when they will be launching this barge….
When: Thursday October 30th – 11:30am – 12:30pm
Where: Zidell Marine Corp – South Waterfront
Be sure to come by and check this out – it only happens once a year and it’s pretty spectacular to see the barge slip into the water for the first time.
An interactive multi-media exhibit exploring Portland’s future
Are we ready for the dramatic changes coming to Portland in this new century? What shape will our city take over the next 50 or 100 years? What is essential about Portland? What do Portlander’s believe in, and what is our DNA? What are the fundamental urban patterns and design principles at work here? What are our hopes and dreams, and how can we build our city to realize them? Five designers – architects, urban designers and a landscape-architect – have been working for over a year to probe these questions. Through lively debate, discussions with invited guests and late-night design charrettes they have created compelling visions of our future. Their ideas will change the way you think about Portland.
Ticket info: Free and Open to the Public – Located at PNCA (1241 NW Johnson)
Tuesday July 8th – 6 to 9 PM – Five Designers speak on their work. Featuring Rudy Barton; Carol Mayer-Reed, FASLA; Michael McCulloch; Richard Potestio; and William Tripp.
Tuesday July 22nd – 6 to 9 PM – PNCA: Idea Studio – “In the Round: Collective Leadership.” Designers, architects, city planners, and others speak about the challenges facing Portland and their vision for the future.
On Tuesday night the 20/20 Sustainable Lifestyle and Transportation Committee had a very productive meeting that included a presentation from PDOT. It was very informative about the many upcoming transportation related projects that will be happening in the South Waterfront. For more information about the upcoming projects visit the city’s website: Portland Transportation.com.
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