From the Porch
The Wait Before the Response
Portland’s September data shows shorter police queues. Evening waits remain near 26 minutes—and a Sandy collision record offers a new lead.
Published
From the Porch
Writing & New Questions
Investigations, observations, and the work as it develops. Publication dates mark new writing; page updates include smaller edits.
Latest Writing
Investigation
Why do Portland’s patrol cars blend in?
A black patrol SUV raised a simple question. Follow the vehicle orders, blue paint options, peer prices, and the records still needed to explain Portland’s 2023 design.
Published · Page updated 27 Sep 2026
Investigation
Where could regional vanpooling make sense?
Public data show shared long-distance commute patterns. This project tests whether they are enough to support durable vanpools.
Published · Page updated 27 Sep 2026
Investigation
Portland TRAP
Retired October 25, 2026. A dated archive of Portland TRAP’s transportation recovery request, correspondence, and unresolved questions.
Published · Page updated 25 Oct 2026
From the Porch
Come look at Portland with me.
A shared home for maps, local questions, and things worth noticing around Portland.
Published
Featured Investigation
Call Waiting
Follow response definitions, infrastructure, geography, and the records still needed to account for the wait.
Published · Page updated 7 Oct 2026
Notes & Updates
From the Porch
The Wait Before the Response
Portland’s September data shows shorter police queues. Evening waits remain near 26 minutes—and a Sandy collision record offers a new lead.
Published
From the Porch
Come look at Portland with me.
A shared home for maps, local questions, and things worth noticing around Portland.
Published