BTA legislative committee chair Doug Parrow.(Photo © J. Maus)

The BTA's Board Chair Mary Roberts sent out a letter via email today with updates on "major initiatives" they're working on.
Here are a few bits from the letter that caught my eye:
Preparing for the 2011 Legislative Session
The legislature will be making critical decisions about transportation and bicycling [...]

ReRack (and the BTA) want your used racks.(Photo: ReRack)

I've heard a lot of good things about ReRack -- a Portland-based company that buys and sells used roof racks and components -- and now they've teamed up with the Bicycle Transportation Alliance. It makes sense. After all, for many people who ride bikes, having [...]

Jesse Cornett.(Photo © J. Maus)

When Jesse Cornett threw his hat into the ring in the race for Commissioner Dan Saltzman's seat on the Portland City Council, I immediately heard from my sources at Portland State University (where Cornett worked before leaving to run his campaign). They were ecstatic that someone with such a bike-sensitive [...]

The main bike racks at the Rose Garden.(Photos © J. Maus)

The Portland Business Journal reports that the Rose Garden Arena (home of the Portland Trail Blazers) has been awarded a "Gold" level LEED certification. Among the reasons is the large percentage of attendees get there by something else besides a car.
Here's the blurb about [...]

Former PBOT spokesperson Mary Volm is running for Portland City Council.(Photo © J. Maus)

Earlier this month I dropped by a meet and greet for City Council Candidate Mary Volm. I expected to have a quick chat and introduce myself, but as luck would have it, I was able to sit down with her for [...]

News Release from: Portland Police Bureau
HIT AND RUN SUSPECT ARRESTED
Posted: January 26th, 2010 12:00 PM
On January 25th, 2010 at approximatley 8:40 P.M. Portland Police Officers arrested Patrick Wayne Livingston, a 44 year old male. Livingston was wanted in association with the hit and run of two high school students.
On January 22nd, 2010 at approximately [...]

Year: 2009Brand: schwarModel: customColor:geen/graySize:55x55Stolen in portland, OR 97217Stolen:2010-01-26Stolen From: peace lutheran churchrosa parks and n. newcastle north portlandNeighborhood: arbor lodgeOwner: mathew schwarOwnerEmail: mathewschwar@yahoo.comDescription: fillet brazed, extended head tube, s bend seat and chain stays, one armed cable hanger, lugged fork crown, double eyelet dropouts. chris king headset, ttt stainless stem, nitto "jitensha" handlebar, paul [...]

Cornett could ride his wayto 1,000 signatures.(Photo © J. Maus)

City Council candidate Jesse Cornett is reportedly closing in on the 1,000 signatures and $5 donations he needs to qualify for public campaign financing.
According to the Portland Mercury, Cornett is just a few hundred signatures away from the goal, putting him ahead of Jason Renaud, Mary [...]

Trails and how they (don't) cross bigroads is likely to be one of many topics we'll discuss.(Photos © J. Maus)

Our Get Together in Tigard this Wednesday (1/27) is shaping up quite nicely. We've got a slew of interesting folks joining us and there will be no shortage of important issues, projects, and big ideas [...]

Notice that little sticker? It just might help people be a bit more vigilant when turning.(Photo: VigilantVelo.com)

It's always nice to hear from old bike industry acquaintances, especially when they've crossed over into the non-profit advocacy world. One such name from my past is Raymond Galang, co-founder of (legendary website) MTBR.com and Roadbikereview.com. [...]

"We are not opposed to expanding the wildlife area, but feel strongly Pioneer Orchard trail should remain open." -- Tom Archer, director of advocacy for the Northwest Trail Alliance

The Portland Parks and Recreation Bureau will hold a public open house tonight to unveil a new trail plan for Powell Butte Nature Park. Off-road cycling [...]

Headlines like this don't exactlyencourage folks to walk more.(Screen shot from KGW-TV)

A spike in traffic collisions over the weekend highlights the urgent need for traffic safety improvements across the Portland area.
On Friday, two Franklin High School students were hit while walking in a crosswalk near their school. According to the Police Bureau, the boys [...]

Here's the news that caught our eye this week:
- Another voice has joined the chorus pointing out that the federal government can create more jobs by building public transit rather than freeways.
- The 2010 Winter Olympics will be in Vancouver, BC, and the big question on the minds of many is how to [...]

Year: 1998Brand: SpecializedModel: RockhopperColor:SilverSize:23"Serial: PV741617Photo: http://www.BikePedia.com/Images/image.aspx?filename=Rockhopper%20A%203019.jpgStolen in Portland, OR 97211Stolen:2010-01-23Stolen From: SE 8th Avenue and SE Morrison St.Owner: Jim WagstaffOwnerEmail: jim@shout-design.comDescription: Small dent in frame. Sticker of eye and globe beneath stem. Hutch's Bicycle's sticker on seat tube.This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike
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UPDATE 1/24 at 9:00pm: The man was originally thought to have died at the scene but he was later revived at OHSU:
This just in from the PPB:
PEDESTRIAN HIT AND KILLED BY VEHICLE
Posted: January 23rd, 2010 8:53 PM
Tonight at 7:20 p.m., Portland Police Officers responded to the area of 122nd and Foster on a call [...]

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Bike Friday
Job Description
Bike Friday Sales Consultant - Inside Sales Representative
Bike Friday is a leading custom bike manufacturer with worldwide dealers and clients.
We are currently seeking a self-motivated and energetic Inside Sales Representative to motivate and encourage our customers, dealers, and prospects on new business.
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Washington County CommissionerDick Schouten.(Photo © J. Maus)

Washington County Commissioner, former Alice B. Toeclips Award winner, and active bike advocate Dick Schouten is running (or should I say riding) for what the Beaverton Valley Times refers to as "Washington County's top job."
Schouten announced his intentions to run for the position of chairman of the Washington County [...]

Screenshot from KGW.com.

The Columbian was at the sentencing hearing for Antonio Cellestine at the Clark County Courthouse in Vancouver today. According to their report, Cellestine was sentenced to 5 years in prison for driving his car into 50-year old Gordon Patterson back in September. A commenter who was at the hearing today, said [...]

A scene from the 2005 event.(Photo © J. Maus)

Exciting news from the Northwest Trail Alliance: On Sunday, February 28th they'll host the Portland Bike Swap Meet at Sandbox Studios (same place we had BikeCraft) in Northeast Portland.
Here's a blurb from the event announcement:
Got some great bike stuff to sell? Or are you looking to find [...]