Month: October 2011

Chrome Bianchi Pista (chrome) 20008

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Year: 20008
Brand: Bianchi
Model: Pista (chrome)
Color:Chrome
Size:53 cm
Stolen in Pdx, OR
Stolen:2011-10-11
Stolen From: 3341 NE Rodney ave.
Neighborhood: Boise Elliot,
Owner: Ben Chase
OwnerEmail: Bchase81@yahoo.com
Reward: I’m poor but I will empty out my bank account if returned.
Description: Green sparkley soma saddle. Black wheels, with front surly hub, no brakes with chopped bars and black oury grips. This bike was a close friend of mine.
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Care about transportation in Washington County? Time to step up

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Many roads in Washington County
lack safe access for bicycles.
(Photo: Will Vanlue)

If I had a picture of Uncle Sam riding a bicycle while pointing a finger in that iconic “I Want You” sort of way, I would put it here. Instead I’ll simply tell you about a chance to make the place we live a little better.

Washington County (which encompasses Hillsboro, Beaverton, Tigard and many other cities) is forming a Citizen Advisory Committee to help update its Transportation System Plan. The County’s goal is to have a committee “composed of citizens from different geographic subareas of the County and representatives of a range of interest groups” who will review changes to the transportation plan that impact “all modes of transportation – motor vehicle, transit, bicycle and pedestrian.”

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blue/black/white Fuji newest 3.0 2008

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Year: 2008
Brand: Fuji
Model: newest 3.0
Color:blue/black/white
Size:54′
Photo: http://cycletc.files.wordpress.com/2011/03/fuji-newest-3-0.jpg
Stolen in Portland, OR 97266
Stolen:2011-10-11
Stolen From: near NE 84th and Shiller, stolen out of water heater closet.
Neighborhood: Lents
Owner: Forrest Johnson
OwnerEmail: 4istjohnson@gmail.com
Description: Has scratches on the top of the shifters, front and rear detachable shifters, and a bike pump. Last seen with a flat rear tire. please email me if you know anything.
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: 1188611
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Looming budget cuts could force tough decisions at PBOT

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Budget cuts could force hard decisions
on popular programs like Sunday Parkways.
(Photo © J. Maus)

As reported last week by The Oregonian, the City of Portland faces steep cuts in its 2012-2013 budget.

“As a result of global, national, and local factors that may impact the City and the uncertainty surrounding the economic outlook,” reads a memo sent to all agency directors from City Council last week, “we are asking bureaus… to prepare significant program cuts for FY 2012-2013.”

While a more detailed analysis of the revenue forecast isn’t expected until December, the writing is on the wall — cuts will have to be made. The big question for is, where?

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silver/blue shwin mountain bike hill assault

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Brand: shwin mountain bike hill assault
Color:silver/blue
Size:about 3½-4ft at the handle bars
Stolen in Beaverton, OR 97008
Stolen:2011-10-08
Stolen From: sw burnett ct & sw settler way
Neighborhood: greenway
Owner: michael blair
OwnerEmail: rasalum2999@hotmail.com
Description: quick shift brand new rear indexshifter cable full suspension h and l brake settings on handles says 7500 on the side im pretty shure its on both sides quick release tires and brakes on the middle of the frame the middle rubber disks to prevent the cable from rubbing is not on there bc i didnt put it back on still have the rubber disks for the middle cable, the other cables have theres still black soft rubber grips with grey ends front forks are blue and the back are also the main frame is silver the shock on it is black its an 24 speed mountain bike says havoc in black with yellow back on the rims and a black seat thats pretty cushined
Police reference#: 112840313
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

red univega Alpina 2010

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Year: 2010
Brand: univega
Model: Alpina
Color:red
Stolen in Portland, OR
Stolen:2011-10-9
Stolen From: oregon convention center on Mlk
Owner: doug campbell
OwnerEmail: d_campb@yahoo.com
Reward: $25
Description: rack over the rear wheel. shock absorbers on front wheel fork. Quick release front wheel. handle bar grips are missing
Police reference#: 1188235
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Studded tire ban now just 80,000 signatures away from ballot

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(Photo: ODOT)

Jeff Bernards, the chief petitioner behind an effort to preserve Oregon roads by banning studded tires, says the Oregon Supreme Court has finally issued him a Ballot Title. According to Bernards, that crucial step in the process to put the ban to voters in 2012 means he can print up official signature sheets. Now he and his team of supporters will need to get 80,000 signatures — the final step to get the ban on the ballot.

It took seven months for the Ballot Title to be finalized. That’s thanks to what Bernards calls “delay tactics” by a PR firm and a legal team hired by Les Schwab Tire Centers to squelch his efforts. In a post on the BlueOregon blog last week, Bernards wrote:

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Blue Lotus Eclair Early 80s

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Year: Early 80s
Brand: Lotus
Model: Eclair
Color:Blue
Size:55cm
Serial: EN01053
Photo: http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff479/televandalist1/CAM_7887.jpg
Stolen in PORTLAND, OR 97209
Stolen:2011-09-25
Stolen From: Everett Station Lofts, NW 6th and Everett
Neighborhood: Old Town / Pearl District
Owner: Andrew Pomeroy
OwnerEmail: andrewmichaelpomeroy@gmail.com
Reward: 150
Description: Brooks leather saddle, OnGuard U-Lock standard size
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: 11-155358
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

The Advocacy Roundup (get info, get involved)

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If you want to get involved to and help make the Portland region a better place for biking, check out the upcoming advocacy events and meetings…

Tuesday, October 11th

PBOT’s “Fall/Winter Storm Season Preparedness” News Conference
PBOT welcomes El Nina. “Community partners will join PBOT Director Tom Miller to review fall and winter storm season preparedness plans and advisories to the public.” 10:00 to 10:30 a.m. at Transportation Maintenance Operations, Stanton Yard facility (2929 North Kerby).

N Williams Ave. Project Technical Work Session
While this is a committee work-session, the public is welcome. Committee members will learn more about Portland’s active transportation story and will be debriefed on N Williams traffic engineering issues. (If this sounds like a repeat, it sort of is. This is the result of PBOT’s restart of the project after adding many new committee members in light of concerns about racial equity.) Noon to 2:00 pm at Oregon Red Cross, 3131 N Vancouver Ave, Room TBD. More info.

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matte black Trek 7.5 FX 2009

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Year: 2009
Brand: Trek
Model: 7.5 FX
Color:matte black
Size:15″
Serial: wtu194c1763d
Stolen in Portland, OR 97206
Stolen:2011-10-9
Stolen From: 67th and Ramona, my yard.
Neighborhood: Arleta
Owner: Katherine Naylor
OwnerEmail: katherine.m.naylor@gmail.com
Description: Black 2009 Trek 7.5FX. Has flower logo on body. Had front and back fenders. Also had black steel rack on back. Gray handlebar grips; hole in the end of the left handlebar where a mirror used to be mounted. Also has a lock mount on it.
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: 1188276
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

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