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Terry Stone Puts Safety and Great Customer Service First
Terry Stone (he/him) with SP Plus Corporation received two nominations for his commitment to customer service.
The first came from a PDX employee who called to compliment the employee shuttle driver for exceptional service. She said the driver was polite, respectful and "just a good man." She couldn't say enough about his professionalism and courtesy.
The second nomination came from Karen Tse, Alaska Airlines customer service agent:
"Terry drove me and two other employees to the parking lot. Before he turned onto Alderwood, he found a knocked down road sign and a car bumper in the middle of the lane. He called the bus dispatch and reported it, then he stepped out of his driver's seat and moved the two items onto the middle median. He kept us and other drivers safe and was professional and caring."
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What's New with PDX Next: Airport Way, June Forum and ORAT Events
Airport Way: As a reminder, now through Wednesday, July 3, there will continue to be periodic, alternate lane closures on NE 82nd Ave. (northbound) and Airport Way (eastbound and westbound, west of 82nd) as we replace the dynamic messaging signs. Expect delays as fewer lanes will be open to traffic. There will be limited instances when traffic may be stopped completely for 5-10 minutes at a time.
June Forum: Mark your calendars for Tuesday, June 25, at 10:30 a.m. to get the inside scoop on construction at PDX. Jen Reynolds from the Port of Portland along with Pat Bifone and Bri Leiblie of Hoffman-Skanska share the latest construction updates and answer your questions about PDX Next in just 30 minutes. If you'd like to join the meeting, email PDX People Communications by end of day today for the meeting link.
ORAT Events: Don't miss the Call to All familiarization walks happening on Monday June 24, Tuesday, June 25, and Wednesday, June 26. Review the calendar listings for details, including what to wear – heavy boots are required. You can also stop by an interactive Share Out Session on Wednesday, June 26. These events popping up around PDX allow you to ask questions about the opening, learn what’s happening and win prizes.
Looking for more PDX Next information? We're keeping you in the know on what's new on the PDX People website. Have questions or suggestions about construction? Email hello@pdxnext.com or call the construction hotline at 503.460.4339.
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PDX People Open Houses: Celebrate in the New Main Terminal!
From working around construction noise to helping travelers navigate changes, your efforts over the last few years have been a big part of making the new PDX.
Who: Come celebrate alongside your fellow PDX People who, with help from thousands of locals – including the builders, the foresters, and yes, a few doughnut chefs – made PDX the local-est airport yet. Please wear your PDX badge or bring proof of PDX employment to attend.
- Let us know if you're coming by registering for one of the days. This helps us know how much food and fun to provide!
- This is an open house, so you can stop in any time during the event hours.
What: Party in the new main terminal, inspired by Pacific Northwest nature, designed by local architects, and built using responsibly sourced local timber.
- Food, swag and fun – enjoy something to eat, a photo booth and some exclusive swag to commemorate the moment.
- Win a basket of goodies – prize drawings for gift baskets from the new concessions opening at PDX in the coming months.
- Take a shoe selfie if you feel like it – the old-school carpet is coming back! Yeah, we all kinda missed it.
This event is for all PDX People – send this along to your co-workers so they can join the festivities.
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Guess Who's Coming to PDX?!
In the coming weeks, we’re sharing some short video intros to the 12 local shops coming to the new main terminal. We’ve got a sizzling new addition coming to PDX. Can you guess who it is? This spot serves up piping hot slices with a punk rock twist, and yes, they even have vegan options. That’s right, it's Sizzle Pie! Get ready to make every layover a pizza party when Sizzle Pie opens this August.
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Kenneth Paddock, Joseph Brigantic
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You already know that part of your job is keeping PDX safe and secure – but did you know you could win $50 doing just that? This month, two alert PDX People won for doing their part to maintain airport safety.
Kenneth Paddock, Skanska: Identified and challenged an unbadged individual.
Joseph Brigantic, American Airlines: Identified and challenged an unbadged individual.
Want to be the next big winner? As part of the HAWKS program (Helping Airport Workers Know Safety), Global Security and Aviation Security teams conduct challenge plays at PDX. Or, if you know someone who followed security protocols, you can nominate them now.
If you pass one of the challenge plays or are nominated, you’ll be entered in the monthly drawing for a $50 Visa gift card!
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Alaska Launches Seasonal, Daily Flight Between PDX and New Orleans
Alaska Airlines is continuing to expand the destinations it flies to from PDX with the launch of the first nonstop flight to New Orleans beginning in Jan. 2025. The daily service will operate seasonally through spring and includes Mardi Gras, New Orleans' largest annual celebration. "Alaska's continued investment in PDX is great news for our travel community. Until now, New Orleans was one of the largest U.S. markets without a nonstop from PDX," Port of Portland Chief Aviation Officer Dan Pippenger shared. "Tens of thousands of travelers already fly between these two great cities every year, and we expect that number to only grow with this new nonstop service."
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Take the Readers' Choice Awards Survey (and Vote PDX) Today!
Do you love our airport? If so, here's your chance to show support. Right now, Condé Nast Traveler is soliciting votes for their Readers’ Choice Awards, which highlight top-notch travel experiences and provide readers with trusted recommendations. PDX is in the mix for best airport and – as a bonus – your vote enters you for a chance to win a trip to Antarctica or the Great Lakes with Viking. Voting ends Sunday, June 30, at 11:59 p.m.
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PDX in Pictures
Did you stop by the street fairs in June? These events feature loveable llamas, the Unipiper, live music, and – best of all – samples/deals from the concessions! Don't miss the July celebrations.
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