Monday Roundup: Transit demise, Stockholm success, GREEN streets, and more
The most notable stories from the past seven days.
Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)
BikePortland Articles by Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)
Councilors see more ‘administrative overreach’ on transportation policy
Another transportation-related policy change made unilaterally by the city’s administrative wing has rankled city council members.
New bike-themed market and cafe opens on SE Division
Yes, it’s named after the Giro d’Italia winner’s jersey.
Despite political climate, Metro deems annual DC lobbying trip a success
The lobbying was well-timed given that Congress is finalizing their 2026 budget.
Councilor Avalos wants renewed push for bus-only ‘Rose Lanes’
“We are deeply concerned that it has been deprioritized.”
Foot traffic downtown up 5.6% over last year
One day after President Donald said living in Portland is, “like living in hell,” we got yet another sign living here is anything but.
Weekend Event Guide: Bike town hall, I-205 path cleanup, Parking Day and more
My picks for the weekend.
With unanimous support, Portland reaffirms commitment to Vision Zero
Portland City Councilor Tiffany Koyama Lane succeeded on many fronts last night.
Driver runs over LEGO bollard, shatters calm of greenway park
Is nowhere safe?
Advocates for Vision Zero and immigrants will come together for safe streets today
Portland’s legacy of cycling and social justice advocates working together will continue later today.
Parking fees lead to safe street upgrades in northwest
This is how we encourage mode shift!
City says ‘zero emission delivery zones’ experiment was a big success
PBOT overcame considerable pushback and skepticism to deliver what appears to be a very successful pilot project.