11/06/2026
Payson Park Traffic Calming Pilot: Project Update
Hi everyone, we appreciate the community’s engagement and constructive feedback, and we want to share an important update regarding the Payson Park Traffic Calming Pilot.
As part of Portland’s Vision Zero commitment to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries, the Payson Park pilot project was driven from day one by community concerns over unsafe vehicle speeds. The goal from the get-go has been to test real solutions to curb speeding and keep pedestrians, kids, and cyclists safe throughout the park.
Here is what is happening next:
Road Reopening:
As announced in our October 30 press release and social update, the temporary road closure on Catafalque Drive ends on Monday, November 16, when regular vehicular traffic will resume.
Long-Term Traffic Calming:
To address speeding concerns without keeping the road closed to vehicles, crews have installed three raised speed tables with crosswalks and six speed humps across Catafalque Drive, Inlet Road, and Arboretum Road. The speed humps have been painted, and warning signage will be installed over the next few weeks. Additionally, crews have added dedicated bike lanes and reconfigured parking along Arboretum Road to improve overall park access and safety.
Next Steps:
We are reviewing all data and community feedback collected throughout this trial to shape future park roadway planning, and the full findings will be presented to the Sustainability and Transportation Committee at an upcoming meeting (date TBD).
Background:
The Payson Park Traffic Calming Project was presented at the May 13 Sustainability and Transportation Committee meeting. Construction materials and labor for the project are funded by the Back Cove Music and Arts Festival Improvement Fund.
Tap the link in our Bio to review the May 13 Payson Park Traffic Calming Project presentation.
Thank you to everyone who shared constructive feedback during this pilot.
