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Activists (temporarily) take the swing out of TriMet’s swing gates

Activists tried to take the swing out of swing gates.

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February 2, 2016

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

61 Comments


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Videos show difficulties navigating TriMet’s swing gates

Opposed by bike and walk advocates, a major barrier for wheelchair users.

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January 28, 2016

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

100 Comments


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Despite objections, TriMet installs swing-gates at 11th Avenue rail crossing

However, the transit agency installed only two out of eight swing gates it had earlier proposed.

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December 23, 2015

Michael Andersen (Contributor)

83 Comments


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TriMet adjusts Orange Line crossing plans after community opposition – UPDATED

Swing gates coming to SE 11th Ave MAX crossings. At least that’s TriMet’s plan.

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September 29, 2015

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

139 Comments


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City advisory committees oppose TriMet’s plans for swing gates on Orange Line

It’s back to the drawing board for TriMet.

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July 27, 2015

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

29 Comments


Citing safety concerns, TriMet wants “swing gates” at inner southeast MAX crossings

TriMet has a plan to keep you safe from new Orange Line MAX trains.

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July 16, 2015

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

179 Comments


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