Monday Roundup: Major Taylor, Paris climate plan, freeway failures, and more
The best stories we’ve come across in the past seven days, from sources you can trust.
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BikePortland Articles by Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)
Mapps launches gas tax renewal campaign expected to raise $70 million
Mapps must be mindful of voter moods and can’t afford to come away empty-handed.
BikeLoud PDX won’t protest bike lane removal this time around. Here’s why
“Anyone doing so are not acting in the best interest of promoting biking.”
Burkholder, Novick jump into City Council District 3 race
Two old names looking for new positions shake up a competitive district race.
Yes we’re still doing Bike Happy Hour, and yes it’s still awesome!
We’re still hangin’ and eating and drinking and having a wonderful time every Wednesday.
PBOT leader says budget cuts contribute to mistakes, urges advocates to not lose faith
It’s sort of a ‘don’t throw the baby out with the bath water’ defense
Weekend Event Guide: Peacock Lane, wine country, family trail day, and more
All the best things to do by bike this weekend.
Rubio plan includes $112 million lifeline for PBOT and major boost to bicycling
The funding could stave off layoffs at the agency, save Sunday Parkways, and a lot more
Here’s how PBOT will connect NE Hancock greenway across Sandy Blvd
Shared space in Kelly Plaza, a nifty new bike path, and bike signals across Sandy.
Judge rules against City of Portland, says Bike Bill lawsuit can move forward
The decision strengthens the Bike Bill and opens the door to a potential landmark ruling.
PBOT will move forward with NE 33rd Avenue bike lane removal
PBOT couldn’t find a way forward that included a bike lane.
Gorge Commission updated on new Hood River bridge design as path width debate simmers
It’s the classic game of pushing for a better design before it’s too late to make changes.