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Share your thoughts on the future of the Beaverton’s transportation network
Beaverton is updating its transportation system plan and asking for your input on how future pedestrian, bike, public transportation, and motor vehicle networks could look and function in the city. Visit our online survey to learn more and share your insights. The Go Beaverton survey closes on June 30, 2026.
7 hours ago1 min read


Bike Bus to Hillsboro Showtime Concerts at Shute Park
Join Ride Westside for a Bike Bus series to City of Hillsboro's Showtime Concerts at Shute Park. Meet at Hatfield Gov’t Center MAX, roll at 5:45 p.m. for a no-drop, family friendly ride to Shute Park on concert days.
6 days ago1 min read


Construction begins this summer for pedestrian safety improvements on Hall Boulevard at Fanno Creek Trail and SW Omara Street
The Oregon Department of Transportation, in partnership with the City of Tigard, is starting construction this summer on a project to enhance safety on Hall Boulevard (OR 141) at Fanno Creek Trail and SW Omara Street.
Jun 162 min read


Free TriMet Summer Pass for high school students 14–19
TriMet means freedom for students this summer thanks to the TriMet Summer Pass, a simple but powerful way to keep young people connected, independent, and engaged all season long. This free-ride pass empowers students throughout the Portland metro area with greater access to reliable transportation, helping them get where they need — and want — to go without hassle. Quantities are limited so get your pass now.
Jun 161 min read


Join us at the Westside Sustainable Living Fair July 18
Westside Sustainable Living Fair Saturday, July 18 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 2nd Avenue between Main and Lincoln Streets, Downtown Hillsboro This is a free community event celebrating sustainable living! Explore interactive exhibits, hands-on games and activities, giveaways, prize drawings, and local resources focused on clean energy, electric vehicles, water conservation, urban forestry, waste reduction, watershed health, wildlife-friendly gardening, and more. Stop by the WTA
Jun 151 min read


Share your feedback with ODOT by July 31 to make roads safer for everyone
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
Jun 151 min read


Bike Month Wrapped: Westside league champions
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.
Jun 81 min read


June is Transit Month
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. Rewards: Weekly raffle: Hop card loaded with 10 day passes and a bicycle kit including front and rear USB rechargeable lights, reflective stickers, and a reflective bag. Grand prize: Hop card loaded with $100 and a TriMet wooden toy vehicle. Just for Washington County riders: Make a
Jun 11 min read


Washington County Active Transportation Plan
What is the Active Transportation Plan? The Active Transportation Plan is a long-range plan with the goal of encouraging transportation options that make Washington County a better place for people traveling by foot, bicycle, wheelchair or mobility device, and accessing public transit. The plan will provide a blueprint for well-connected, attractive pedestrian and bicycle networks that are comfortable, convenient, and accessible for people of all ages and abilities. This incl
May 181 min read


April Get There Commute Challenge final results!
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
May 51 min read


OR 8 (Tualatin Valley Highway) Traffic and Pedestrian Improvement Project
ODOT is improving pedestrian and driver safety at three main locations on OR 8 in Hillsboro and Forest Grove with upgraded crosswalks, intersections, and sidewalks. ODOT says this will create a safer, more accessible and better-connected pedestrian network, improved nighttime visibility and more responsive and visible traffic signals.
Apr 302 min read


Borrow our e-bikes (& more)!
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.
Apr 231 min read


Bike curious? Visit us and Ride Westside at Bike Beaverton
Join us at City Park (SW 5th and Hall Blvd) on May 3 opportunity for a bike show and tell. Take a look at different setups, bikes, accessories, etc. that help the community move around town!
Apr 221 min read


You Can Bike There during the annual Get There Bike Month Challenge!
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.
Apr 222 min read


Week 1 Get There Commute Challenge results are in!
The Get There Commute Challenge week 1 results are in – see who’s taking the lead.
Apr 221 min read


Updates to drastic changes and cuts to westside TriMet service proposed for this August
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.
Mar 165 min read


Transit Driver Appreciation Day
On March 18, Transit Driver Appreciation Day, we encourage you to say thank-you, wave or give your operator a smile. You can also drop by Beaverton Transit Center to sign a banner.
Mar 151 min read


The first-ever Get There Oregon Commute Challenge: April 13-26
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!
Mar 102 min read


March transit service changes
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.
Mar 81 min read


Westside Trail Project Community Survey
This project aims to develop new segments of the Westside Regional Trail between NW 158th & Walker Rd to NW Kaiser Rd including a pedestrian bridge over U.S. Highway 26. The future trail segments and bridge will create a link connecting over 25-miles of regional trails for pedestrians and bicyclists to reach destinations across Washington County.
Feb 241 min read
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