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flag Oregon approves $167M for I-5 Rose Quarter upgrades, starting 2027, to boost safety and reconnect Albina.

flag The Oregon Transportation Commission approved the second phase of the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project on December 11, 2025, authorizing $167 million in funding for construction starting in 2027. flag The project aims to improve safety, mobility, and seismic resilience along I-5 in Portland, with a focus on reconnecting the Albina district through coordinated freeway and local street upgrades. flag Phase 1A, already underway, includes repaving, bridge strengthening, improved merging lanes, and new signage near the Oregon Convention Center and I-405 ramps, with completion expected by early 2027. flag Funds are legally restricted to infrastructure and cannot cover maintenance or operations. flag ODOT confirmed it is not using funds from the recently passed transportation package, which are directed to highway maintenance, transit, and local agencies. flag Public engagement progress will be reported by early 2026. flag Travelers can receive updates via email or text alerts.

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