East Portland Streetcar Extension

This proposal extends Portland's streetcar system to East Portland neighborhoods that currently lack efficient public transportation options. The extension would add 4.7 miles of new track along SE Foster Road from the Green Line MAX station to the Lents Town Center. Key benefits include: - Improved transit access for approximately 35,000 residents - Reduced commute times by an average of 15 minutes - Support for local businesses along the Foster corridor - Decreased traffic congestion and carbon emissions - Enhanced connectivity between East Portland and the city center The project includes the construction of 7 new streetcar stops, each with weather protection, seating, real-time arrival information, and bicycle parking. The proposal also incorporates street improvements along the route, including enhanced pedestrian crossings, protected bike lanes, and green infrastructure elements.