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Day: June 25, 2008

Community Cycling Center now recycles used tires

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visit to Community Cycling Center

Long known as the place to
recycle used bike parts, now the
CCC has a tire recycling program.
(Photo © J. Maus)

For years, Portlanders have taken their used bikes to the Community Cycling Center (CCC). Donors can rest assured their old bikes will be lovingly restored and then re-used in a variety of social service programs or sold to raise money for the organization.

Now, the Northeast Portland-based non-profit has a tire recycling program.

The program was sparked by volunteer Drew Heithaus, who set up the partnership with his employer, Industrial Tire Services.

In an email to members the CCC wrote,

“Tires have long been a particular challenge in our recycling program – not many businesses offer tire recycling and we have not been able to afford this service in the past. Now… our tires will be reused in asphalt and athletic tracks.”

Burkholder, Cortright: The CRC at City Club

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More info here.

The I-5 bridge across the Columbia River is a major congestion point on the I-5 corridor. Anticipated population growth and commercial development, along with traffic safety issues and earthquake preparedness, are driving a public conversation around how to address these challenges.The Columbia River Crossing Project, a joint project of the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Washington State Department of Transportation, is recommending that $4.2 billion be spent to replace the bridge with additional lanes for automobiles, pedestrians and bicycles.

On June 27, join Metro Councilor Rex Burkholder and economist Joe Cortright, as they examine the viability of this proposal. Where will the money come from? What will be the size of the carbon footprint created by the new bridge and how will it impact the environment? Ultimately, how do we balance the practical demands of a growing region with environmental concerns?

Rex Burkholder was elected in 2004 for a second term to represent District 5 in Multnomah County. Burkholder helped found the Bicycle Transportation Alliance,chairs the Joint Policy Advisory Committee on Transportation and serves on other transportation committees. Joe Cortright is an economist with Impresa, a Portland consulting firm specializing in regional economic analysis, innovation and industry clusters. Cortright is also the chief economic analyst for the Oregon Business Plan, a private-sector effort to develop the state economy.

Ride goes in search of vegan baked goods

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[This report is part of BikePortland’s ongoing coverage of Pedalpalooza 2008. See more ride reports, videos and photos here.]

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Dig in!
(Photos © J. Maus)

About 25-30 vegan bikers joined the Vegan Baked Goods Ride yesterday.

Armed with a few dollars and a big appetitie, they started in SE Portland at Papa G’s bakery, headed west to the bike-thru window at Black Sheep Bakery, and then headed into the Pearl District, making several more stops along the way.

I caught up with the ride at Black Sheep Bakery (it’s in the same building as my office). The Black Sheep employee was a bit overwhelmed by the crowd, so to make things easier, she just put out an entire tray of baked treats and offered them free to riders.

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Grindhouse Movie Ride

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Grindhouse Movie Ride
Friendship Circle, West Side of the Steel Bridge
8:00pm – 12:00am, Ride leaves around 8:30pm
The movie ride is back for the summer and this month will feature grindhouse films! The casual ride takes place at sunset and goes to a secret cinema screening under the stars. Bring some friends, snacks, drinks, and a blanket.

Belmont Bike Art Racks Potluck

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Belmont Bike Art Racks Potluck
Sunnyside Environmental School, SE 34th Ave and Salmon St
6:00pm – 8:00pm, 6:00-8:00 PM *or show up at 5:00 to volunteer*
The Belmont Bike Art project will install art bike racks in the on-street bike parking on Belmont. Come to a fun potluck and vote on the sunflower design that neighborhood artists will build. During May and June, anyone can draw and submit sunflowers in shops on Belmont. All the sunflower drawings will be displayed at the potluck. Anyone who comes can vote for the final design. Come for good food, music, and art — all while make bike parking on Belmont beautiful.

Family Ride to the Columbia River

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Family Ride to the Columbia River
Vestal Elementary School, 161 NE 82nd Ave (meet behind the school.)
4:30pm
The Columbia River is an easy low-traffic 5 mile bike ride away. If it’s hot we’ll dip our toes in the river and if it’s raining, we’ll button down under the I-205 bridge. Either way, we’ll eat some lunch and meet new friends. Bring a bag lunch and, if you like, something to share. Brought to you by the BTA and Safe Routes to School.

The Wurst Ride of the Year

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The Wurst Ride of the Year
NW Lucky Lab Beer Hall, 1945 NW Quimby St (Not the one on Hawthorne!)
3:30pm – 6:00pm, Be there at 3:30 for a drink, or 3:45 to ride
Sausage Salvation is at hand. You’ve been on the best rides in the past, now it’s time to taste the Wurst. Just like laws, you don’t want to see how they’re made, but you will see where to get them. Then we’ll roast them in a park. Frosty adult beverage will be procured along the way. Bring cash to trade for links.

Bike Assembly (Bike Gallery)

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Job Title
Bike Assembly positions

Company/Organization
Bike Gallery

Job Description
The Bike Gallery is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team of bike assemblers. If you are driven, detail oriented and passionate about cycling and the cycling lifestyle, then we want to hear from you!

This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a what makes Portland such a great place to live and the Bike Gallery continues to be the top rated bicycle retailer in the area and one of the top 100 in the nation. We offer a fast paced and dynamic work environment, competitive benefits package, a supportive and team oriented culture, employee merchandise discounts and opportunities for advancement within a growth oriented, locally owned and operated business.

Bicycle assembly positions require a mechanical aptitude, and a working knowledge of bicycle componentry and mechanical systems; preference wil be given to applicants with previous experience or technical education in the mechanical service of bicycles, or bicycle assembly. Qualified applicants will be tested for speed, accuracy and working knowledge of bicycle assembly procedures.

Bike Gallery is an equal opportunity employer. Bike assembly requires the willingness to work extended hours while standing and the ability to lift 40 pounds to shoulder hieght.

How to Apply
Send a resume and cover letter to resumes [at] bikegallery [dot] com

Sprockettes ‘Bash’ will put exclamation point on Pedalpalooza

Poster for the Sprockettes Bicycle Bash.

Portland’s Sprockettes — an all-female mini-bike dance crew — are all set to host bike dance troupes from all over the West Coast at their upcoming “Bicycle Bash”.

The big party will follow the Multnomah County Bike Fair this Saturday (6/28) and will feature a prize giveaway, a silent auction (items include a custom, pink-and-black Chris King headset), an art show, bike films and photos on projectors, beer, a DJ’d dance party, and a bunch of live performances.

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