Parks bond measures will build more trails around the region
There are three bond measures on the ballot right now that will help pump millions into trails in Portland and beyond.
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Meeting, new recruits marks rebirth of Oregon’s ‘Scenic Bikeways’ program
It’s been about 43 months since the State Scenic Bikeways Committee convened.
Affordable housing advocates endorse Portland charter reform measure
Last week, a coalition of Portland’s leading affordable housing advocates endorsed the charter reform proposal.
Community Cycling Center will update seminal racial equity report
A decade after their groundbreaking report, the nonprofit is once again delving into the topic.
Dark thoughts, near misses, and a mental health check-in
I am wrestling with our near-misses that didn’t result in crashes, but that still haunt me.
Metro Councilor-elect Ashton Simpson: Why I’m voting ‘yes’ on charter reform
Anyone who wants to see safer streets, more bike lanes, and a government more responsive to the campaigns of active transportation advocates should vote to adopt a new charter for Portland’s city government.
Hidden bikeways near SE Hawthorne Blvd pose challenges for PBOT
Getting boots-on-the-ground to improve cycling conditions on and around this popular main street.
Guest Article: Let’s teach high schoolers how to take transit
A Grant High School student needs help turning an idea into reality.
Metro Council president has written a book on ‘Roadways for People’
The book, published by Island Press, is due out in December.
‘Timberwolves’ look to hunt down and recover stolen bikes
With thieves feeling little to no resistance from authorities, volunteer activists are stepping up to fill the void.
Comment of the Week: Thanks, now let’s never do this again
This week’s commenter stepped back from the specific, local problems at SE 26th and Powell to ask for sweeping change.
The Monday Roundup: Tech check, Idaho Stop for all, and more
The most notable stories our writers and readers came across in the past seven days.