Commuter News

This fall, Westside Transportation Alliance and our Get There partners are bringing three exciting opportunities to help people rethink their daily commute and try new ways to get around. Check out the individual campaigns and get ready to take part!

What would change in your life if driving wasn’t an option? What changes when you cannot drive somewhere? Does an errand or a doctor’s appointment become a full-day commitment? Does a job become a question of access, not ability? If you can drive and have access to a car, these questions might be answered quickly and simply. But these questions reveal how much we assume everyone drives. That assumption reveals who has access and who gets left out. When you don’t drive, everyt

Save money, get active, live more sustainably & win prizes! Oregon’s annual Get There Challenge is on Oct. 1-14, 2026, providing a timely opportunity to save money, get active, and live more sustainably by driving less for the chance to win prizes.

Starting September 11, 2026, all lanes of I-5 southbound will be closed through the Rose Quarter between I-405 and I-84 around the clock for up to 5 weeks. One lane will remain open from I-405 to the Broadway exit at the Moda Center. Closures are expected to cause the worst traffic in the region's history. PBOT is encouraging travelers and commuters to change their habits and plans to accommodate for increased travel times and congestion.

Long, expensive commutes can reduce job satisfaction, contribute to employee turnover, and make it harder to attract talent. Employers can help their workforce access a more affordable and sustainable commute through Oregon’s new Get There by Vanpool program.

It's been a busy summer for WTA! We've been out in the community connecting with neighbors, businesses, and transportation enthusiasts at events across the Westside. In July, we joined the Westside Sustainable Living Fair on July 18, sharing information about transportation options and ways to make everyday trips more sustainable. We also co-hosted the Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce morning Coffee Connection on July 31 at the Beaverton Round, bringing together local busin