Something to Smile about in November
Traveling through Portland International Airport just got easier and more accessible. With the Aira ASL app, Deaf and hard-of-hearing travelers can connect instantly with a live ASL interpreter – ready to help with shopping, dining, directions, or questions in real time.
Here’s how it works:
- Download the Aira ASL app on iOS or Android
- Open the app and tap “Call Interpreter”
- Connect instantly with a live ASL interpreter
Construction Impacts to Expect: November 17 - 23
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Parking Garage Work: Starting today through Thursday, Nov. 20, from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m., some of the helix ramps in the short-term parking garage will be closed for concrete monitoring and conduit installation. Impacts include possible backups onto Airport Way during busy times and closure of one of the three ticket dispensing lanes. During this time, vehicles parked on affected levels won't be able to change levels internally, however they can still exit the garage.
D/E Bypass Closure: On Wednesday, Nov. 19, through Friday, Nov. 21, from 11:59 p.m. to 3 a.m., crews will use cranes to place materials on the roof. During this time, the north pedestrian bypass will be closed, and the Concourse E alternate exit route will be in use. This route is exit only and access to Concourse E is through Door E12002.
Want the Inside Scoop on Construction at PDX?
Want the inside scoop on Phase 2 of construction at PDX? On Tuesday, Nov. 25, Shelley Lovejoy with the Port of Portland along with Adam Garske of Hoffman-Skanska will share the latest construction updates and answer your questions about PDX Next in just 30 minutes. They'll even give you an early look at architectural renderings and behind-the-scenes photos and videos! The next forum is on Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 10:30 a.m.
If you'd like to join this meeting, email PDX People Communications before Monday, Nov. 24 for the meeting link. NOTE: If you had a link previously to this meeting, it has changed as of Sept. 30. Please email PDX People Communications for the new link!
Got PDX Next Questions? We've Got Answers
See something you’re curious about or have a suggestion that’s related to PDX Next construction? If you have a comment, question or non-urgent concern, send a note to hello@pdxnext.com.
For immediate safety concerns, call the PDX Communication Center’s non-emergency number at 503.460.4747. For life-threatening issues or medical, fire or police emergencies, call the emergency line at 503.460.4000.