The subtitle of the article, “City planners hope for more investment in urban renewal district,” is buried under the heading “Beaverton auto sales drive city economy.” Full disclosure: I love bikes. I love riding them, talking about them, taking pictures of them, and just about anything else that involves them. I live in the suburbs … Read more
Not all of these vehicles will receiveequal protection from a bill in Indiana.(Photo: Will Vanlue) Here’s the news that caught our eyes this past week… – Jack Becker, a former Imperial Oil engineer, is serving as chairman for Velo-City Global 2012. His background might seem contradictory to the goals of the conference but Becker has … Read more
We’ve had two great job openings posted this week. Check out the details in the job listings below… Customer Service Representative — Castelli US Development Coordinator — Community Cycling Center
Job Title Development Coordinator Company/Organization Community Cycling Center Job Description About the Community Cycling Center The Community Cycling Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that broadens access to bicycling and its benefits through our hands-on programs, volunteer projects, and neighborhood bike shop. We believe that the bicycle is a tool for empowerment and a vehicle for … Read more
Andrew Singelakis at an Active Transportation Forum in Oct 2010(Photos: Will Vanlue) Andrew Singelakis started his job as Washington County’s Director of Land Use and Transportation (LUT) In March 2010. Since then he’s overseen five county divisions, a department of about 300 employees, and an annual budget of just under $200 million. The first 22 … Read more
Riding along the new section of the Fanno Creek Trail.(Photo: Will Vanlue)
This job has been filled Job Title Customer Service Representative Company/Organization Castelli US Job Description Castelli USA is seeking a Customer Service Representative. The position performs various customer service and sales functions, supporting our US retailers and consumers. If you’re highly motivated, have excellent attention to detail, and are a flexible team player, we encourage … Read more
Dangerous storm grate on Hall Blvd.(Photos courtesy Jim Parsons) Last month we took a look at reflective warning stripes installed by the City of Tigard to warn people on bikes to the presence of hazardous drains in the bike lane. Those stripes were installed, in part, because of attention brought to the issue by citizen … Read more
(Photos: Will Vanlue) As per Portland tradition, a hearty group of folks welcomed 2012 on bikes at the 55th annual New Year’s Day ride. Led by the Bicycle Transportation Alliance (BTA), this year’s ride had a different theme — to take a closer look at the issue of off-road trails and to highlight new pump … Read more
Finding lugged steel frames built by Trek and other large manufacturers is uncommon. It’s even more rare to find them in good condition.(Photos: Will Vanlue)
Is Portland missing out on much-neededrevenue from on-street parking?(Photo: Will Vanlue) Here’s the news that caught our eyes this past week… – Former Metro President David Bragdon, now the Director of Long-Term Planning and Sustainability in New York City, had some inspiring words to share with city mayors from across the country. Sharing his perspective … Read more
People and bicycles search for dryland at the Tualatin WES station(Photos: Will Vanlue) A cold but dry December is giving way to a January promising plenty of scattered showers. The weather report for the next few days includes chances for wind and rain; will the weather keep you indoors with your bicycle tucked in a … Read more
Comment of the Week: We need more public restrooms downtown