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Mayor Announces Four Rapid Flash Beacons to be Installed on Foster

At Mayor Adams’ press conference during the Walk of Remembrance on Foster Road, it was announced that four rapid flash beacons will be installed between SE 50th and 82nd. One already exists at SE 80th, so the four additional crossing … Continue reading

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Area Coalition Shares Vision for Foster Road

Despite all the faults, drawbacks, and roadblocks to successful planning and positive development in our neighborhood, we are blessed with a great deal of attributes, too.  To name a few:  diversity, pride of place, character, access to public transportation, bars/restaurants, … Continue reading

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Crosswalk Education Action on Foster

From the Willamette Pedestrian Coalition’s Media Advisory: CROSSWALK ACTIONS PLANNED AUGUST 14TH & 15TH, 2012 WHAT A crosswalk safety awareness action involves local residents, pedestrian advocates, and concerned citizens who wish to highlight the need for safety improvements that better … Continue reading

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Foster’s Safety Needs Discussed in the Oregonian

Does the Oregonian’s SE Portland news reporter, Steve Beaven, hit the mark with his recent article about traffic safety on Foster Road? You be the judge. The concerns of local residents are clearly expressed, and the desires for safety improvements … Continue reading

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Happy Weekend, Fine Folks of Foster….Goings on in and Around the ‘Hood

A lot of activity in the neighborhood this week.  From protests decrying the city’s slow response to needed safety improvements on Foster Road, to shootings, concerts, art walks, and the anticipated opening of a bottleshop.  Oh, and we may be … Continue reading

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Direct Action on Foster Road to Draw Attention to Needed Safety Improvements

For those concerned about traffic and pedestrian safety along the Foster corridor, you’re invited to join with your neighbors tomorrow, Tusday the 17th, at 6 p.m., where those participating will enact a funeral procession in a symbolic gesture to honor … Continue reading

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