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What's New with PDX Next (Week of September 8)

 

Something to Smile about in September

Covering more than 3,000 acres, PDX is its own bustling city with roads and neighborhoods, shops and services, and nearly 10,000 people who bring it all to life. Imagine almost any job, and you can find someone doing it: from shuttle bus drivers to electricians, landscapers to baggage handlers. Beyond what travelers see every visit, there’s more – firefighters ready to roll, engineers sketching the future, road crews keeping paths smooth, and caretakers tending to our indoor forest. Together, you move nearly 18 million travelers a year and make PDX feel…unmistakably PDX.

Construction Impacts to Expect: September 8 - 13

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B/C Bypass Update: The B/C pedestrian bypass will be closed from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. during crane work on the following dates:
  • Now through Monday, Sept. 22 (including Saturday, Sept. 6, and Saturday, Sept. 13)
  • Tuesday, Sept. 30, through Wednesday, Oct. 8
  • Thursday, Oct. 23

During closures, an alternative exit route will be in place. The exit route is open to all, but entry into Concourse B through this route is only open to Alaska/Horizon, Bags, Inc., and emergency responders.

Noise Alerts: Runway 10L/28R, the north parallel runway, will be closed for scheduled maintenance starting today at 11:30 p.m. through Friday, Sept. 12, at 5 a.m. and Monday, Sept. 15, at 11:30 p.m. through Friday, Sept. 19, at 5 a.m. During this work, air traffic (and resulting noise) will increase on Runway 10R/28L, the south parallel runway.

 

Additionally, the Oregon Air National Guard will host a squadron of visiting F-16 fighter jets starting Friday, Sept. 12, through Friday, Sept. 26. Expect weekday training exercises and an increase in noise levels due to the additional aircraft.

Want the Inside Scoop on Construction at PDX? 

Jen Reynolds with the Port of Portland along with Pat Bifone and Bri Leiblie 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, Sept. 29 for the meeting 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.