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Day: August 3, 2007
Jorg&Olif’s Scout promises “affordable Dutch style”
I usually don’t share product news, but you know I have a weak spot for all things Dutch.
Here’s an exclusive look at Vancouver BC-based Jorg&Olif’s brand new “Scout” (it’s not set for full public release until August 10th):
Courtesy, compromise sought on Greenway Trail
Karen Stiles is worried about
efforts to limit bicycle use
on the Willamette Greenway Trail.
(File photo)
efforts to limit bicycle use
on the Willamette Greenway Trail.
(File photo)
Business is good for Karen Stiles who owns Waterfront Bicycle Rentals on the RiverPlace Esplanade just south of the Hawthorne Bridge. Part of the reason is because the popular Willamette Greenway Trail is all that separates her storefront from the river.
The trail is listed on maps as a multi-use path that is open to bicycles.
However, since the beginning of June, owners of condominiums located above Stiles’ business have pressured the Portland Parks Bureau (they manage the trail) to do something about bicyclists who ride too fast on the trail and put residents, strolling tourists, and diners in danger.
Small Museums by Bike – Explore Hillsboro
Yes we are going to Rock n Roll on this exploration into the unknown depths of Hillsboro and Oregon’s geology. I say “exploration” because even I have not ventured where we will go – but hey we’ve got maps, we are taking the MAX most the way to and fro, and we will have a resident zoobomb geology professor with us on our journey. I doubt this will turn into the 24-hour sushi ride of Pedalpalooza – but who knows if we will come back the same as we left?!
Miles – not sure – but MAX will take many miles away from us (and hills!)
Length: Half day adventure!
Note: If you’ve never taken your bike on the MAX, no worries, we’ll teach you how
The details: We are visiting the Rice NW Museum of Rocks & Minerals (Bring $5 for admission). We’ll take the MAX train from Chinatown to Hillsboro, ride to the museum and back to MAX with a detour in downtown Hillsboro where we will hunt down the famous A & W family sculptures! Eat a late breakfast or early lite lunch, and bring a picnic item to share – we will picnic at the Museum’s grounds once we arrive.
Cost: $5 Museum admission/ plus $2 for each way on MAX (Total $9), Bring picnic lunch item to share.
Contact: Carye Bye, bathtublady[at]gmail, Bathtub Art Museum, 503-248-4454
Japanese American Historical Plaza, NW Couch & Naito Pkway (Waterfront)
Sunday August 5, 2007
11:15 am (Arrive promptly, we’ll leave 10 min later to catch the MAX, if you are late, meet us at Chinatown MAX station for the 11:35 train – or get on early on the east side -if you board early, make sure to check in ahead of time or call so you know what stop to get off on!)
When: Sunday, 8/5/2007, 11:15 AM
Event Location: Japanese American Historical Plaza, NW Couch & Naito Pkway (Waterfront)
Contact: Carye Bye
Contact E-Mail: bathtublady@gmail.com
Contact Phone: 503-248-4454
Group(s) stay together for the duration of the ride
I-5 Columbia River Crossing open house
I-5 Columbia River Crossing
Help Decide Your Future Ride!
Do you drive, walk, bike, or ride the bus across the I-5 bridge? Talk with us
Join us for a casual conversation about proposals to improve Interstate 5 and public transit between Vancouver and Portland. We’ll bring lemonade, maps, and the latest information about alternatives under analysis.
Drop in anytime during these informal sessions.
Sponsored By Submitter/Independent Organizer
When: Saturday, 8/4/2007, 09:00 AM
Event Location: Vancouver Farmers Market @ Esther Short Park, W. Esther St. and 8th St., Vancouver, WA
Directions: Google Map To Vancouver Farmers Market @ Esther Short Park, W. Esther St. and 8th St., Vancouver, WA
Contact:
Contact E-Mail:
Contact Phone:
Website: http://www.columbiarivercrossing.org/
SW Bike Boulevards Project ride
Please Join Us to Improve Bicycling in SW
SWTrails is asking SW residents to help develop a similar bicycle boulevard system in SW. A preliminary map of possible routes has been developed, and we now need to identify the best low-traffic streets for bicycling. To do this, SWTrails is sponsoring a series of neighborhood bike rides to identify these routes. Each one will have a ride leader familiar with the neighborhood. These will be fun, leisurely rides that will last about 2-3 hours. Naturally, hills will be unavoidable, so ride for as long or as little as you like. During the course of the rides, you will be asked about which routes should be part of a bicycle route network in SW.
Sponsored By Portland Office of Transportation
When: Saturday, 8/4/2007, 10:00 AM
Event Location: French American School, 6318 SW Corbett Ave, Portland, OR
Directions:
Contact: Sharon Fekety
Contact E-Mail: fekety at hevanet dawt comm
Contact Phone: 503-224-8886
Website: http://www.portlandonline.com/transportation/index.cfm?c=34772
Type of Ride? Group Ride – Group(s) stay together for the duration of the ride
Jobs of the Week
If you’re looking for a chance to work in Portland’s bike community, the Community Cycling Center has some excellent opportunities available. They just listed these two positions on the BikePortland Job Listings:
- Job: Program Director
- Job: Adult Programs Coordinator
Adult Programs Coordinator, Community Cycling Center – FILLED
THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED
Job Title: ADULT PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
Organization:
The Community Cycling Center is a 501(c)3 that works to broaden access to cycling and its benefits through hands-on programs and neighborhood bike shop. We believe bicycles are a tool for empowerment and a vehicle for change and we are actively seeking opportunities to reach a wider audience for our programs and services in a responsible and productive manner. We are looking for an enthusiastic, organized Adult Programs Coordinator who can help make big things happen. The Community Cycling Center is an energetic workplace with a collaborative style and flexible attitude.
This position is at 1700 NE Alberta Street. Visit www.CommunityCyclingCenter.org for more information about us.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Adult Programs Coordinator is a highly responsible position reporting to the Program Director to administer and implement Create a Commuter classes and other adult-oriented free and fee-based programs. Work in concert with Youth Program Coordinator to develop and implement youth and family programs.
Key Duties
• Coordinate the Create a Commuter program under direction of Program Director
o Implement Create a Commuter classes
o Schedule classes (based around seasonal production and facility demands)
o Work with referral partners
o Administer database, paperwork, and filing
o Administer grant contract, fulfill reporting, and invoicing responsibilities
o Administer program evaluations
o Communicate bike production needs and coordinate with production staff
o Facilitate donated bike procurement
o Communicate parts and supply needs
o Supervise and work with volunteers, as needed
o Attend funding and planning meetings, as needed
o Collaborate with Program Team to improve program curriculum and design
• Coordinate fee for service adult programs
o Plan, schedule, recruit, and implement intro to commuting and bike maintenance classes
o Strengthen, diversify, and expand the Community Cycling Center’s adult program offerings
Additional Duties
• Work with Programs Team to ensure across-the-board excellence in program delivery and management
• Implement youth programs such as Bike Safety Club and Bike Summer Camp as needed
• Development and grant writing duties as directed
• Participate in special events
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Experience with program development and implementation
• Experience with program content including but not limited to basic bicycle maintenance, safe riding skills, job readiness skills, cooperative teamwork concepts
• Experience working with and motivating volunteers
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Respect for and commitment to diversity, teamwork, and environmental sustainability
• National criminal background check required
DESIRED:
• Sense of humor
• Collaborative, creative spirit
• Passion for building community
• Love of bikes!
Reports to: Programs Director
Pay scale: $10-11 an hour, Paid Time Off (PTO), and health benefits after successful 3-month evaluation.
FTE: 0.8 – 1.0 (32-40hrs a week) Flex hours in effect year-round
HOW TO APPLY:
Send a PDF of your resume, cover letter
Jobs@CommunityCyclingCenter.org. No calls, please.
The CCC is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.
Program Director, Community Cycling Center
Job Title: Program Director
Organization: The Community Cycling Center is a 501(c)3 that works to broaden access to cycling and its benefits through hands-on programs and neighborhood bike shop. We believe bicycles are a tool for empowerment and a vehicle for change and we are actively seeking opportunities to reach a wider audience for our programs and services in a responsible and productive manner.
We are looking for a strategic-thinking, enthusiastic Program Director who can help make big things happen. The Community Cycling Center is an energetic workplace with a collaborative style and flexible attitude.
This position is located in the Portland office of the Community Cycling Center at 1700 NE Alberta Street. Visit www.CommunityCyclingCenter.org for more information about us.
Essential Job Functions:
The Program Director is a highly responsible position reporting to the Executive Director to create strategic programs and partnerships for existing and future Community Cycling Center programs for families, youth and adults. The Program Director will research and recommend strategic initiatives that are aligned with the mission; develop and oversee the quality of programs; research, develop and report government and foundation grants; formulate and coordinate program evaluations; recruit, hire and train staff; collaborate with other Community Cycling Center staff to deliver programs and participate in special events.
Program Responsibilities
• Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships to ensure positive and productive collaboration to expand access to bicycling in the Portland Metro region;
• Analyze, research and recommend programs to create strong proposals for government, foundation and individual funding;
• Formulate and coordinate formal and informal evaluations of programs;
• Recruit, hire, train, evaluate and manage skilled program staff to implement programs;
• Implement programs;
• Keep internal and external partners updated through clear communications;
• Participate in organizational oversight along with other managers.
Qualifications
• Master’s degree or equivalent experience in education or program development/evaluation preferred;
• At least five years’ experience teaching experiential education to both youth and adults in a health, transportation, environmental, or related education setting;
• Working knowledge of best practices in experiential education including but not limited to developmental stages of learning, inquiry-based learning, student-centered teaching, collaborative learning, and culturally-appropriate teaching, and multiple intelligences;
• Working knowledge of evaluation methods and systems including but not limited to logic models, theories of change, quantitative and qualitative methods, and authentic assessment;
• Knowledge of program content including, but not limited to basic bicycle maintenance, safe riding skills, route mapping, rules of the road, bicycling resources;
• Knowledge of local, regional, and national bicycle programs and policies;
• Experience developing effective proposals for federal, state, or private funding;
• At least three year’s experience successfully managing staff;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• Exceptional communication. Ability to recognize opportunities, and communicate effectively inside and outside the agency;
• Strong public relations skills, including the ability to reason diplomatically and productively;
• Excellent presentation skills. Includes the ability to communicate with diverse groups and individuals;
• Proficiency in grammar, writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Ability to work with and interact positively with staff, donors, and volunteers.
Desired
• Sense of humor
• Collaborative, creative spirit
• Passion for building community
• Love of bikes!
HOW TO APPLY:
Send a PDF of your resume, cover letter
Jobs@CommunityCyclingCenter.org. No calls, please.
REPORTS TO:
Executive Director
PAY RATE & BENEFITS:
Status: Regular, Full-Time, non-exempt
Compensation: $36,000, Paid Time Off (PTO), health benefits after successfully completing 3 month evaluation period.
The CCC is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.
Get ready, get wet, go on the Hottest Day Ride
No one is safe from
the post-ride water fight!
(File photo)
the post-ride water fight!
(File photo)
So far, the weather is cooperating to make this weekend’s Hottest Day of the Year Ride another memorable event.
Last year, I joined over 900 other folks for a fun, urban loop followed by a massive water fight and an indulgent make-your-own ice-cream sundae buffet. This year, I’m bringing the whole family.
Organizers are hoping even more people show up and the goal is to make a serious run at the Guinness World Record for largest water fight (which according to event promoter Ayleen Crotty is 1,173 people).