Construction Law

After Twenty Years, Portland’s Light Rail is Still a National Model

By John P. Ahlers

Portland, Oregon's light rail system, was built 20 years ago and it continues to expand with 50% more track expected in the next 18 months.  Ridership numbers are increasing.  City government is adding street cars and commuter rails to the public transportation mix.  Each of Portland's four light rail lines came in at or under budget and according to officials some $6 billion in development has sprouted along the rail corridor.  To read the article click here

Full post as published by Construction Law Blog on July 21, 2008 (boomark / email).