19 November 2007 Archives

Bike projects get funded through CBO program

Two new bike/ped activated signals,
like this one at 41st and Burnside,
are coming to SE Portland.
(Photo © Jonathan Maus)

Last week, Portland City Council approved the final list of projects to receive grant funding through the City of Portland’s Community Benefit Opportunities program.

This program, which is administered by the City’s Bureau of Environmental Services, was created to fund community projects in neighborhoods impacted by the East Side Big Pipe project.

I know this is a bit late, but I thought some of you might appreciate hearing a few of the speeches from the “We Are ALL Traffic” press conference. This event happened on the steps of City Hall last Friday (11/16) and was a precursor to the big Rally on Saturday.

A Chris King wheelset (Mr. King is
in the green shirt).
(Photo © Jonathan Maus)

Last week, the Bike Gallery announced the formation of a bike safety fund as a memorial to Brett Jarolimek.

Barb Grover, who’s managing the fund, says donations from the community have already begun to roll in. She was particularly excited about a sizable gift from Northwest Portland-based bike parts manufacturer Chris King Precision Components.

Chris King has announced a $5,000 donation to the fund and has pledged another $5,000 in additional matching funds. (The Bike Gallery already plans to match first-year contributions up to $10,000).

Bike projects get funded through CBO program

Listen to speeches from Friday’s “We Are ALL Traffic” press conference

Donations large and small kick-start bike safety fund

Epic mud makes for fitting Crusade finale

Latest Headlines

Fire and Ice: A bikepacking adventure with 30 people

Guest Article: Right turn on red laws and what they mean for cyclists

BikeLoud Stands in solidarity with Boston transportation advocates

Guest Opinion: PCEF e-bike rebate program should include traditional bikes

From the Archives

The 10 busiest bicycling spots in Portland