Official Bulletin: Portland City Notices and Public Advisories for March 6, 2026

Health Advisory: Statewide Measles Surveillance

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has issued a public health advisory following the launch of a new wastewater surveillance dashboard. This tool, which began tracking data in late 2025, currently indicates a rise in measles viral concentrations across several Oregon counties, including the Portland metro area. Health officials warn that wastewater detections often precede confirmed clinical cases, serving as an early warning system for the community. Residents are urged to review their vaccination records and consult with healthcare providers if they are unsure of their immunity status. The OHA continues to coordinate with local health departments to monitor these trends and provide updates via the official state tracking portal.

PBOT Public Comment Period: Administrative Rule Updates

The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is currently inviting residents to provide input on proposed updates to four administrative rules that govern the use of city streets and public space. The updates focus on several key areas of urban management:

• Automated Vehicles (AVs): Refining binding requirements and safety procedures for the testing and deployment of AV technology within city limits.
• Driveways and Encroachments: Strengthening standards for driveway location and operation to improve pedestrian safety and visibility near new developments.
• Multimodal Incentives: Adjusting rules to align with state-mandated changes to minimum parking requirements for new commercial and multi-dwelling projects.

The public comment period is active now and will remain open through March 20, 2026. Community members are encouraged to submit testimony via email to the PBOT policy department. These changes are part of a broader effort to modernize city code and accommodate Portland's evolving transit and housing landscape.

Portland Parks and Recreation: Spring Activity Kickoff

Registration for the Spring 2026 term is now in full swing. Following the opening of the registration portal on March 5, many high-demand programs, including swim lessons and youth sports, are filling quickly. The spring session officially begins on March 30 and runs through June 21. In addition to recreational programming, Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is managing several infrastructure updates. Repair work on the Maple Trail bridge in Forest Park is slated to begin this month to address storm damage and restore safe access. Meanwhile, the Ridge Trail parking area on NW Bridge Avenue remains closed indefinitely due to rockfall safety concerns. Park users are advised to check the city’s trail closure page for real-time updates.

City Council: Monthly Administrative Update

In the most recent City Council session, Mayor Keith Wilson introduced the March 2026 City Administrator Report. The report details the city’s progress on the 2026–2030 infrastructure roadmap, including the final construction phases of the Portland International Airport (PDX) terminal modernization. City leaders are also reviewing community feedback from recent transportation funding open houses. These discussions are critical as the council considers new revenue options, such as potential street restoration fees, to address the maintenance backlog affecting city sidewalks, lights, and bridges.