Starting July 26, through August 8, expect Westside MAX trips to take an extra 15 to 30 minutes longer than usual as TriMet works to improve at-grade crossings along the alignment.

Metro, state, and regional partners have created a draft Regional Vanpool Action Plan to address the lack of vanpooling opportunities in the region and capitalize on an opportunity provided by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) to support vanpool programming and subsidies for a limited duration. Metro is seeking feedback on the plan and participation in a survey to measure attitudes and awareness of vanpooling. Click here to learn more about the program.

Over 150 westside commuters and residents joined us, TriMet, and regional Get There partners to ride transit, reducing CO2 emissions and saving money.

Get There Oregon's Commute Trip Reduction Estimator Tool helps employers answer that question. This free, research-based tool allows employers to estimate how strategies like transit benefits, flexible work schedules, bike amenities, and commute incentives can reduce drive-alone commuting. Using a conservative, evidence-based methodology, it provides realistic estimates to help identify the transportation investments that can have the greatest impact. The best part? You may a

Photo courtesy of ODOT Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking feedback on the updated draft of their Transportation Safety Action Plan. This plan guides their decisions and investments to make roads safer for everyone, including people who walk, roll, and bike. ODOT updates the plan every five years and community feedback is a vital step in the process. How to comment on the draft plan There are three ways to comment on the draft plan. The comment deadline is J

Bike Month has wrapped! Thanks to all 290 Get There users on the westside who logged trips in May, and congratulations to Nike and Vernier Science Education for placing first in our winning categories.

For many Washington County commuters, a trip to the gas station has become an unwelcome reminder of how much transportation costs can impact household budgets. While fuel prices fluctuate, recent data from the Oregon Department of Transportation shows that fuel prices climbed above $5 per gallon during spring 2026, highlighting the financial burden that comes with driving alone every day. The good news is that Washington County residents have affordable transportation choices

When we think about commute programs, we often picture bike commuters or transit riders. While those options work well for some workplaces, they may not be the right fit for every employee or every worksite. Supporting commute options doesn't require a one-size-fits-all approach. For many employers, carpooling and vanpooling may offer the greatest opportunity to reduce parking demand, lower transportation costs for employees, and provide more commute flexibility. In other cas

We're teaming up with TriMet to reward your transportation choices. Join the June Transit Month challenge by logging your trips on GetThereOregon.org for a chance to win weekly and grand prizes. You can market this opportunity for folks at your worksite or organization to get rewarded for their transportation choices with the prints and graphics we've created with TriMet. Rewards: Weekly raffle: Hop card loaded with 10 day passes and a bicycle kit including front and rear USB

The Get There April Commute Challenge is a wrap! Final results: Statewide leaderboard Westside employers are in bold Small Employers Nelson/Nygaard Commute Options Deschutes County I/DD Program Medium Employers Vernier Science Education Venture Data Tualatin Valley Water District Large Employers City of Hillsboro Oregon DEQ - Portland (Lloyd) Oregon DEQ Congratulations to our network winners, top trip loggers, and raffle prize winner! Together, WTA teams took 3,600 trips that

Shared bikes are coming to the Westside! From cargo e-bikes to recumbent e-trikes, our lending library catalogue is sure to have an option that fits you and your needs. See all the options on our website, and request your ride in time for the upcoming sunny weather.

Westside Transportation Alliance and Get There partners in the Portland region are excited to announce the 2026 Bike Month Challenge. Hosted by Metro, ODOT, county and city governments and community partners, the month-long challenge is open to anyone living or working in the Metro region. Participants can win prizes by logging any bike trip (manual or e-bike) on the Get There Oregon website- whether for commuting or just getting around.

Get There Oregon's first-ever commute challenge is almost here! Join Oregon employers April 13-26 in this two-week competition to promote greener, more active, and more affordable commute options. It's also a great way to help your workplace improve employee morale, job satisfaction, health and wellness, and support sustainability goals. Plus, winners receive cash prizes! How Aprils' Commute Challenge Works: Sign up your organization or worksite here by April 8 . Member bene

Image courtesy of mtrwestern.com We're excited to welcome a new member to Westside Transportation Alliance, MTRWESTERN. MTRWESTERN provides flexible transportation solutions designed to support employers and their workforce, including employee bus programs and shuttle services. Their expertise includes: Corporate commuter shuttles Campus circular routes Construction site shuttles Shift-based workforce shuttles Long-term and pilot programs Their work helps organizations improv

Following community engagement and feedback, TriMet has updated the changes and cuts on deck for August 23, 2026. On the Westside, changing services include: 20 - Burnside/Stark, 76 - Hall/Greenburg, 45 - Garden Home, 37 - Lake Grove, 38 - Boones Ferry Rd, 58 - Canyon Rd, 96 - Tualatin / I-5, 97 - Tualatin-Sherwood Rd, and LIFT Paratransit Service.

Got a commute or workplace transportation question? We want to hear it! We're introducing a new Q and A feature in WTA Business News, where we'll answer questions from our members, partners, and the broader community about transportation demand management and employee commute options programs. Have something you've always wondered about? Submit your question and it may be featured in an upcoming issue.

Join us for a workshop and our Annual Meeting April 9 from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm. Come ready to learn, share ideas, and have some fun with fellow transportation and sustainability leaders. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to save your spot and receive location details.

Get There Oregon's first-ever commute challenge is happening April 13-26. Join Oregon employers in this two-week competition to promote greener, more active, and more affordable commute options. It's also a great way to help your workplace improve employee morale, job satisfaction, health and wellness, and support sustainability goals. Plus, winners receive cash prizes!

On March 1, TriMet reduced transit service on Lines 48 and 76 in Washington County as part of their ongoing work to close a $300 million budget gap.

The new Get There Commute Hub is officially live! 🎉 As of today, you can start using the updated platform with a refreshed look, improved tools, and new features designed to make planning and tracking your trips easier.