When one of the world’s largest hotel chains decides to update the interior of its Portland property with something that truly defines this city, what do you think they’d pick as inspiration?
Bicycles of course.
Year: 2015
One commuter’s take on the many turns and stops on Tilikum’s east side
Issues identified in Justin C.’s letter below.
(Map: Google. Annotations: BikePortland)
(Map: Google. Annotations: BikePortland)
How many inconveniences does it take to add up to a serious problem?
“I feel like I’m using a system that was not designed for me… It seems to be designed to get me out of the way of transit vehicles, not to get me to work.”
— Justin C.
For about a year now, we’ve been watching the expanse of east-side paths to Tilikum Crossing with unease. We’ve heard from many readers, publicly and privately, about its many issues. But like most of us, we wanted to give TriMet and the Portland Bureau of Transportation a chance to get it built, celebrate the good parts and work the kinks out before talking about what can be done to fix the problems here.
After more than a month of Tilikum crossings, it’s time to start talking about what’s still wrong and what can be done. And we couldn’t frame the situation better than one reader, Justin C., did in an email to BikePortland last week.
Job: National Inside Sales, Customer Service and Marketing – HGNR Inc
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Job: Customer Service Rep – Yakima Products, Inc.
Job Title *
Consumer Service Rep
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Yakima Products, Inc.
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General Description:
This is a great opportunity for an individual looking to make the move from retail to inside sales, or for anyone who is looking to start a career in the outdoor industry. The position provides Yakima customers with the amazing support they have come to expect in our 35 years on the road. This is done by providing rack recommendations based on vehicle fit, rack installation and troubleshooting assistance, warranty support, and order support via phone and email. Responsibilities include processing phone calls, emails and sales orders with the speed, accuracy. Further, this position will help execute and support projects with teammates to deliver against initiatives in Yakima’s strategic and annual plans.
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•Processes sales orders, including follow-up and documentation, in an accurate and timely manner
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Qualifications:
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•One (1) year customer service experience in outdoor retail sales, and experience selling Yakima racks preferred
•Intermediate level with Pac’s: Microsoft Office Suite; Outlook
•Ability to effectively develop work systems to manage workload, work independently and efficiently, have a keen ability to prioritize, and ability to identify and address needs in advance
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Job: Delivery Partner – GrubHub
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Delivery Partner
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GrubHub
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GrubHub Inc. is the nation’s leading online and mobile food ordering and delivery service, serving more than 900 U.S. cities and London.
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At Wonk Night, County DA announces effort to change state law
Multnomah County DA Rod Underhill (with Deputy DA
Chuck Sparks on his left) addressing last
night’s Wonk Night crowd.
(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland)
Chuck Sparks on his left) addressing last
night’s Wonk Night crowd.
(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland)
We had two firsts at Wonk Night last night: An activist group used the event as a platform for their cause, showing up en masse with protest signs and demands; and an elected official announced a new legislative proposal that could someday change Oregon law.
It all started quite unexpectedly. As I set up the room for the event about 17 people walked in who I’d never seen before. They were carrying signs that said things like “Justice for Chandler!”, “Speed Bumps for Chandler!”, “Slow Down” and so on. It caught me off guard and it took me a few seconds to realize that the “Chandler” in their posters was Chris Chandler, the man who was killed last month on SE Stark.
Four events that can’t wait for the weekend
Come meet Adventure Cycling’s Executive Director
Jim Sayer tomorrow night at Velo Cult.
(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland)
Jim Sayer tomorrow night at Velo Cult.
(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland)
There’s so much energy for cycling in this town that keeping track of all the events could fill a full-time position here at BikePortland. And they don’t just happen on the weekends. As much as I love our Weekend Event Guide (thank you Hopworks!), sometimes there are events happening during the week that need a spotlight.
This week there are fours events in particular that deserve your attention — and possibly your attendance.
Check them out below…
Tuesday October 27th
Northwest Trail Alliance Monthly Meeting – 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Velo Cult (1969 NE 42nd)
Hales quits election
Hales today just said he’s not running again. Hales has made job gravy train 4 life. Useless mayor can’t ticket deadly driver who jumped the Burnside sidewalk this summer. I searched court records and his staff waited 3 weeks to say I’m correct. Excused driver who claimed he passed out. On so many levels he has failed bikes and humans. Failed social justice and the environment of earth and transit.
How to get a curb cut on southbound Naito south of the Hawthorne Bridge overpass?
As a “fast bike” (rolls eyes), I have primarily been riding southbound Naito for the last few years for my evening commute. I have found it less hassle than contending with strollers, dogs, tourists, and the other hazards on the Waterfront Park MUP. The unused clover leaf that connects southbound Naito to the Hawthorne Bridge eastbound works great for bikes to get on the bridge with just one caveat: there’s no curb cut on Naito.
There are two options: make a right turn on Jefferson, then use the curb cut there and double back to the ramp, or hop the curb at the foot of the ramp. I’ve been hopping the curb at the foot of the ramp — which is the most direct route — for years now and am starting to get a twinge in my elbow. Apparently hefting my pig of a commuter up over the curb every weekday is starting to take a toll.
So, who in the city should I contact to get a curb cut here? That would make the Naito commute an even more attractive alternative to the Waterfront Park MUP.
Six bike-related issues that might take a turn with Hales out of the race
As Hales plans an exit, which way will the race turn?
(Photo: J.Maus/BikePortland)
(Photo: J.Maus/BikePortland)
Monday’s surprise announcement by Mayor Charlie Hales that he won’t run for reelection is rippling through the city’s transportation wonkosphere.
Portland’s unusual City Hall system means that the transportation commissioner (currently Commissioner Steve Novick) has much more power than the mayor on most streets issues. His transportation authority was delegated from the mayor, so the next mayor’s biggest decision may be who gets to oversee the roads.
But aside from that, Mayor Hales has been personally involved in a handful of subjects that matter a lot to bike transportation. Here’s how we see his departure from the race shaping things.
First Look: ODOT’s big changes to North Denver Avenue
New sidewalk and buffered bike lane on Denver Avenue north of Kenton.
(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland)
(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland)
The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has had quite an eventful week.
Portland Mayor Charlie Hales won’t run for reelection
Hales career just took a surprising turn.
(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland)
(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland)
In a local political shocker, Portland Mayor Charlie Hales just announced he won’t seek a second term.
In a statement posted on his website, Hales said: “Confronted with a choice between giving my full effort to the job of being mayor and spending that energy on a long and consuming re-election campaign, it’s an easy choice.”