The multi-year process to create a new transportation link between Lake Oswego and Portland is nearing an important decision and the BTA warns that the, “opportunity to connect the region for cyclists” might be lost. Next Monday (7/16), Metro will host a public hearing where the Lake Oswego to Portland Transit and Trails Alternative Analysis … Read more
PDOT is looking for a few good volunteers to help them with a very important project. They need your help to count bicyclists at various locations throughout the city. Last summer, over 50 volunteers helped with the count and the result was a 21-page report (view results and download here) that according to city bike … Read more
Over the weekend, the discussion over enforcement against bicycles in North Plains continued both in the comments of my post from Friday and on the OBRA email list. Among the reactions was a comment by North Plains Police Chief Scott Whitehead. Whitehead wrote in to clarify his position on the situation: “It seems that several … Read more
Rollin’ in Fort Stevens.(File photo) I just returned from a much-needed mini-vacation to the coast (Fort Stevens to be exact, more photos and story later). Looks like there was tons of bike action while I was gone. Big crowds and large fields were reported at the Alpenrose Velodrome Challenge track race. Here’s a recap of … Read more
Just a quick reminder about a great ride coming up tomorrow night. The annual Night Ride benefits the BTA and always offers up an enjoyable bill of fare, including disco-dancers, pajama clad riders, fire dancers, and of course, doughnuts. The ride leaves at 9pm from the Train Station downtown, and registration will be open before … Read more
The fatal crash that took the life of Timothy O’Donnell seems to have resulted in two different responses by law enforcement personnel. The Washington County Sheriff’s office shows a willingness to work with the community for tougher laws against motorists, while the North Plains Police opt for increased enforcement directed at bicyclists. A story in … Read more
Last week, the Belmont neighborhood welcomed two new on-street bike parking facilities to SE Belmont Street. I published photos from Bill Stites the day they went in but at that time the staples hadn’t been installed.
[Updated: 8:25pm] Poll on PDOT website I just got an email from someone who claims that PDOT is “investigating the possibility of lowering the speed limits of neighborhood streets.” The message pointed me to the Safety page of the PDOT website where there is currently a “Pulse Poll” that asks, “What do you think the … Read more
I-205 bike path mess got you down?TriMet says, “let’s party!”.(File photo) In case you haven’t heard (or seen the banners), TriMet is throwing a party for cyclists next Friday (7/13). The reason? Bribery, plain and simple. Their big light rail construction project has torn up several parts of the I-205 bike path, so they figure … Read more
Playing streetcar on theway to South Waterfront.(File photo) The sixth installment of PDOT’s monthly Bicycle Master Plan Rides took a closer look at bikeway facilities in and around the central city. A hearty group of cyclists followed the lead of City bike coordinator Roger Geller to the ride’s first stop: the South Waterfront. On our … Read more
Blumenauer took lots of notes.(File photo) On Tuesday, U.S. Congressman Earl Blumenauer led a roundtable discussion about bicycles at Portland’s City Hall. His goal for the event was to get a “reality check” on the latest bike happenings in Portland by listening to short presentations from local bike experts and insiders.
(File photo) Local consulting firm Alta Planning and Design has landed a contract to develop a bicycle master plan for Dubai of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Alta — who is currently working with PDOT on an update to Portland’s bike master plan — has been hired for the four-month project. According to Alta principal … Read more