Something to Smile about in October
We heard some heartfelt shout-outs as folks shared what makes working at PDX so special – both for travelers and for the people who keep it running every day.
Thank you, PDX People, for going the extra mile – on carpet and terrazzo! – and sharing your PDX pride with everyone at our airport.
Construction Impacts to Expect: October 6 - 11
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D/E Checkpoint: Now through Thursday, Oct. 9, the D/E Checkpoint will be closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. for seismic bracing work in the ceiling. The B/C Checkpoint will remain open.
Concourse B: Now through Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m., crews will be installing steel at the TriMet platform area from the enplaning level up through the roof. During these hours, Concourse B and the south pedestrian bypass will be closed, and entry points will be monitored to ensure there's no unapproved access.
Upper Roadway: Now through Saturday, Oct. 18, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., the upper roadway's north sidewalk, as well as 1-2 curbside drive lanes at the north end, will be closed due to waterproofing work on the east-facing window wall. Additionally, a portion of the north revolving door near the elevators will be closed, although the south side door will remain in service at all times.
Airport Way: Now through Monday, Nov. 3, there will be drilling work on Frontage Road and 82nd Avenue. Expect work on westbound Airport Way on Sunday, Oct. 5, through Friday, Oct. 17, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., followed by work on eastbound Airport Way on Sunday, Oct. 19, through Monday, Nov. 3 from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. Only one lane will be closed at a time and traffic control measures will be in use.
Want the Inside Scoop on Construction at PDX?
Want the inside scoop on Phase 2 of construction at PDX? On Tuesday, Oct. 28, 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, October 27 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.