Getting Around: How does Portland compare?

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Getting Around: How does Portland compare? - Printable Version - October 25, 2010

The Sightline Institute recently posted some interesting information comparing how folks get to work in different Northwest cities. Take a look to see how Portland measures up when it comes to biking, walking, taking transit, carpooling and working from home. In general, Portland is toward the top of the list in nearly all of the categories!

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