Marty Smith

portland, oregon, united states

Publications:

Is this you?

Claim your profile to connect with sources, showcase your work, and earn extra income just by writing great stories.

Featured Articles

If a Building Is Leased but Empty Due to Telecommuting, Do They Still Count It as Occupied?

I've seen reports on the high vacancy rate of downtown Portland office buildings. After walking around downtown on a Monday and seeing basically no people or cars, my question is: If a building is leased but empty due to telecommuting, do they still count... See more

wweek.com•Marty Smith•Oct 12, 2026

What Was Done With the Timber From the Mt. Tabor Trees Felled by an Ice Storm?

In early 2024, a severe ice storm knocked down several large old trees that ultimately crushed the picnic structure at Mt. Tabor Park. What was done with the timber from the downed trees? Did the parks bureau mill it to build the new picnic structure curr... See more

wweek.com•Marty Smith•Sep 19, 2026

Why Aren't Drop-Offs at PDX in the Same Place as Pickups?

Why aren’t drop-offs at PDX in the same place as pickups? Both the arrival and departure levels are constantly jammed, plus rideshare drivers who are dropping off have to go all the way back down Airport Way to Northeast 82nd and make a U-turn to do a pic... See more

wweek.com•Marty Smith•Sep 6, 2026

Why Do the Homeless Have to Leave Shelters During the Day?

Why do the homeless have to leave shelters during the day? This seems cruel and unproductive in so many ways. —Holly L. Not every facility turfs out its clients at first light, Holly (#NotAllShelters), but it is pretty common. You’ll sometimes hear right-... See more

wweek.com•Marty Smith•Aug 27, 2026

What Is the Law Regarding Pedestrian Crossing Signs That Also Have a Bicycle Image?

What is the law regarding the yellow pedestrian crossing signs that also have a bicycle image next to the pedestrian? My car’s driver-assist system notices the pedestrian-only signs, but doesn’t recognize these combined signs. Are they only a Portland thi... See more

wweek.com•Marty Smith•Aug 23, 2026

Bylined Articles

Is this you?

Claim your profile to connect with sources, showcase your work, and earn extra income just by writing great stories.

Claim your profile

Social Media

Pitching Guidelines

Keep it short (under 200 words)
Include credentials and links
Use subject lines with query title

Pitching Guidelines

Quick Stats

Followers

Articles46

Last Article15 days ago

Stats

Education

Bachelor Of Arts, English, Film at Bard CollegeGraduated: 1992

Education

Contact

Marty Smith

Is this you?

About

Featured Articles

If a Building Is Leased but Empty Due to Telecommuting, Do They Still Count It as Occupied?

What Was Done With the Timber From the Mt. Tabor Trees Felled by an Ice Storm?

Why Aren't Drop-Offs at PDX in the Same Place as Pickups?

Why Do the Homeless Have to Leave Shelters During the Day?

What Is the Law Regarding Pedestrian Crossing Signs That Also Have a Bicycle Image?

Is this you?

Social Media

Education

Connect with journalists.

Connect with journalists.

Social Media

Education

Featured Articles

If a Building Is Leased but Empty Due to Telecommuting, Do They Still Count It as Occupied?

What Was Done With the Timber From the Mt. Tabor Trees Felled by an Ice Storm?

Why Aren't Drop-Offs at PDX in the Same Place as Pickups?

Why Do the Homeless Have to Leave Shelters During the Day?

What Is the Law Regarding Pedestrian Crossing Signs That Also Have a Bicycle Image?