(November 20, 2013) – The City of Portland Bureau of Transportation is asking Timbers soccer fans to consider their transportation options for Sunday’s 6 p.m. game to keep streets and transit running smoothly. 

Fans are encouraged to take TriMet or walk or take a bicycle. Ample temporary bicycle parking is available at Jeld-Wen Field. People who drive to the stadium are encouraged to park in one of the City’s SmartPark garages.

For parking meters, event rate pricing will be in effect at $3.50 per hour and will apply from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Regular parking rates of $1.60 per hour will apply at other times.

Northwest neighborhood event Zone M permit parking restrictions also will be in effect from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Event-goers are encouraged to check out transportation and parking information online at www.trimet.org and www.portlandoregon.gov/transportation/timbers or visit www.portlandoregon.gov/smartpark.

Go Timbers!

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