The gaps in Portland’s approach to speed bumps
Jury is still out on whether these work well enough to be a standard treatment.
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To calm traffic on NE 7th, PBOT adds parking, removes centerline
Less space for driving and no more centerline should reduce speeds.
Oregon Governor has some questions for TriMet
“I don’t think we’ve paid enough attention to how TriMet is doing their business.”
Report reveals what we can learn from Denver’s successful e-bike rebate program
At a time when Portland’s bike ridership numbers are falling, we can look to Denver where electric bikes are bringing new people into the fold.
Podcast: Transportation Commissioner Mingus Mapps
More cops, fewer cars — and more on where Mapps stands two months into his tenure.
Comment of the Week: SW Gibbs and commenting about comments
Welcome to the Comment of the Week, where we highlight good comments in order to inspire more of them.
Monday Roundup: London’s triumph, deadly snow, battery ban, and more
The most notable stories our writers and readers came across in the past seven days.
Cycle Portland re-opens in former Old Town Starbucks
Owners hope to retain the cafe vibes and make it a spot known just as much for socializing as cycling.
Albina Vision Trust secures federal ‘Reconnecting Communities’ grant
It’s another step forward for the nonprofit’s ambitious plans for the Rose Quarter.
Traffic impact studies: shouldn’t pedestrians and cyclists count?
It is difficult to understand why the fate of transportation infrastructure near this economic engine depends on conversations between a PBOT middle-manager and a neighborhood volunteer.
Reader shares story of ‘bandits hunting cyclists’ on Williams Ave
A harrowing attack left the rider fearing for their life.
Portland’s snow plows and protected bike lanes
Is there a plowing technique that could help avoid this in the future?