Dispatch from the first 82nd Avenue project workshop
The conversations that will transform 82nd Avenue are heating up.
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What does local gas tax fund? A new sidewalk in north Portland (for starters)
No corruption or conspiracy. Just good, solid projects.
Portland ranks fifth best big city for cycling in America
And unlike other rankings, we should actually pay attention to these.
Organizer of ‘park in’ protest wants drivers to block bus and bike lanes on Division
Is it possible for a protest to be safe and peaceful when it blocks bus and bike lanes on a busy arterial?
Comment of the Week: The political potential of the ‘passoire’ plan
Incrementalism leaves no legacy.
Monday Roundup: Bend tragedy, Lance, induced demand, and more
The most notable stories our writers and readers came across in the past seven days.
US State Department policy named after Fallon Smart
Hopefully this travesty of justice is never repeated. At least that’s the goal of a new federal policy that went into effect this week.
East Burnside now has a bus-only lane and a better bike lane
It’s a great step forward, but could use some polish to truly move the needle.
How to enjoy free fun for the family by bike this summer
Use your bike to open up a world of affordable outings for you and your little ones.
City releases progress report on southwest bike/walk infrastructure
The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) released its progress report for the Southwest in Motion (SWIM) plan last month and announced that nine projects and 21 crossing enhancements have been completed since the plan was adopted in December, 2019. The report opened by noting that “less of the planned bike network has been built in … Read more
Weekend Event Guide: Ramble, birding, Gorge Ride, and more!
Sponsored by the Gorge Ride, coming this Saturday June 24th.
Guest essay: A plan for a ‘passoire’-filled Portland
A seductive concept inspired by the simple strainer.