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Jeffery Galloway Makes Time for a Fur-iend in Need
Jeffery Galloway with the Port of Portland Police Department was nominated by a PDX traveler:
"I was driving a friend to PDX when we stopped short on Airport Way as a dog ran across the busy road. I parked, and my friend and I went to help catch the runaway dog. Along with a person who was already in pursuit, we got the dog to the TriMet fence line, but it continued to evade us. At this point, Sergeant Galloway stopped and offered assistance.
He handed dog treats to all the volunteers trying to catch the loose pup. He had a leash available, personally tried to catch the dog, and used his vehicle to alter oncoming traffic for everyone's safety. Sergeant Galloway, along with PDX wildlife services personnel, worked for a long time in the cold rainy night to gain the dog's trust and try to get the stray to safety. At this point, I had to head home, but they were still in pursuit when I left. Their efforts are greatly appreciated by all!"
Pupdate: The canine escapee was eventually caught and now is in their happy forever home!
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What’s New with PDX Next: Multi-Use Path Closed, SmarteCarte Relocates
Multi-Use Path: The future multi-use path between the TriMet MAX platform and the PDX Travel Center is not open. Please don't try to access this path – work is ongoing until further notice.
SmarteCarte: Earlier this week, the SmarteCarte station in south baggage claim relocated to the short-term parking garage on Level 4 near the salmon elevators.
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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June Marks Pride Month
June is designated nationally as Pride Month to commemorate the struggle for civil rights and ongoing pursuit of equal justice under the law for the LGBTQIA2S+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and/or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, Two-Spirit) community, as we learn about and recognize the accomplishments of LGBTQIA2S+ individuals.
The event that catalyzed the gay rights movement happened in June 1969, when police raided the Stonewall Inn, a popular gay bar in the Greenwich Village section of New York City. In response, the street erupted into violent protests that lasted for the next six days. The Stonewall uprising marked a major turning point in the modern gay civil rights movement in the United States and around the world.
Take this time to celebrate the LGBTQIA2S+ community and reflect on the many ways you can honor Pride Month:
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Get to Know the New PDX with a Call to All Familiarization Walk
Want a sneak peek inside the new main terminal? Join the PDX Operation Readiness, Activation and Transition (ORAT) team for a Call to All familiarization walk next week!
Walks are available to PDX red badge holders on a first come, first served basis, and are limited to groups of five employees at a time. There's no need to register in advance; just stop by on a break or during your work hours (with manager approval) to participate.
Personal protective equipment including a helmet, safety glasses, gloves and a vest will be provided, and you'll be required to complete a waiver of liability prior to the walk. Important: You must be wearing full length pants and ankle height boots – see the calendar listing for specifics.
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Fill Up Before You Clock In
With rising summer temperatures on the horizon, it's important to have water at work. It's recommended that you drink water every 15 minutes when working in hot conditions, and don't wait until you're thirsty to drink.
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Get Your Frequent Flier Smiles
And, if the sunshine has you feeling ready for some summer fun, watch for parades happening in the terminal over the next two months, featuring loveable llamas, the Unipiper, live music, and samples/deals from the concessions!
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PDX in Pictures
Is the PDX carpet so iconic it deserves not one, but two, feature articles in The Oregonian? Read them both and be the judge!
Some fun facts: The carpet design was hand-drawn, it was originally installed in 1988 and the carpet (nicknamed "Peedee") was the Grand Marshal of the Rose Festival’s 2015 Starlight Parade.
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