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What's New with PDX Next (Week of September 29)

 

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 29 - October 5

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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.

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.

 

B/C Bypass: On Friday, Oct. 3, the B/C pedestrian bypass will be closed from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. for crane work. During the closure, 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.

Want the Inside Scoop on Construction at PDX? 

 Want the inside scoop on Phase 2 of construction at PDX? On Tuesday, Sept. 30, 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, Sept. 29 for the meeting link. NOTE: If you had a link previously to this meeting, it has changed. 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.