‘The Lumberyard’ indoor bike park finds a home on NE 82nd Ave
Work has begun on the Lumberyard at 2700 NE 82nd Ave.(Photos © J. Maus)
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The Monday Roundup
New sticker campaign.(Photo: WeAreBikeFriendly.com) Here’s the news that caught our eyes this past week… – MAP-21, the Transportation Bill being moved through the Senate by Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA), is coming under fire from bike advocates around the country for its mandatory sidepath provision. A petition by the League of American Bicyclists to strip the … Read more
PBOT warns of black ice starting tonight
Snow could be on the way too.(Photo © J. Maus) If you thought wet and slimy leaves were sketchy; wait until you encounter black ice. When you hit it, there’s sometimes little you can do to stay upright. The Portland Bureau of Transportation says winter weather is on the way and freezing temps could hit … Read more
Ricky Andrews died from gunshot while bicycling on Williams Ave in 2007
Ricky Andrews Ricky Janell Andrews was shot while riding his bike on N. Williams Avenue near Beech Street on November 18th, 2007; exactly four years ago today. According to news reports at the time, he died at the hospital later that night. Mr. Andrews was 48 years old. There were six other fatalities involving people … Read more
PBOT sweepers to put ‘focused attention on bike lanes’ this weekend
City will focus on sweeping bike lanes this weekend.(Photo © J. Maus) As the comments pouring in on our story yesterday has made crystal clear, bike lanes throughout the city are inundated with wet and slippery leaves right now. The issue isn’t simply a sign of disrespect by PBOT — the unpredictable weather has posed … Read more
To reduce right-hooks, City turns on illuminated bicycle sign at Couch and Grand
New sign went up yesterday.(Photos © J. Maus) The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) turned on an illuminated bicycle sign on NE Couch at Grand Avenue. As we reported last month, the intention of the sign is to reduce the risk of right-hooks at an intersection where several injury collisions have taken place. A bike … Read more
Would more bike cops and fewer riot cops lead to peaceful protests?
The face of a front-line officer at yesterday’s protest.(Photo © J. Maus) Our story about cops on bikes at the Occupy Portland protests yesterday has sparked a dialogue (that’s happening citywide, not just on BikePortland) about the size and style of force the City of Portland is bringing to these events. In a comment on … Read more
Going Street bike boulevard gets crossing help with new median
The new median on NE 15th at Going.(Photos: Charles Powne)
Police on bikes meet protestors on bikes: Smiles, dialogue ensues
Police officers and supporters of the Occupy protests chat, while police in riot gear arrested protestors inside a bank this afternoon in downtown Portland.(Photos © J. Maus)
Leaves in bike lanes: Open thread to report locations
Leaves in the bike lane on Naito this morning.(Photo © J. Maus) After the burst of fall was followed by stiff winds and rain last night, leaves are covering many bike lanes in Portland. For cars, leaves aren’t a big deal, because the mass, velocity and tires on a car act like sweepers to keep … Read more
Westside Transportation Alliance says “Thank You” to Washington County
People gathered at a bar in Beaverton to give thanks to those who help make projects happen.(Photos: Will Vanlue) Earlier this week the Westside Transportation Alliance (WTA) gathered a group of advocates and citizens from around Washington County to write thank-you notes to people who have helped promote and improve conditions for bicycling, walking, and … Read more
5 questions with ‘Occupy’ supporter Dan Kaufman
“I see a greater need for civil disobedience and believe the success of the movement will mean long term safety for all vulnerable uses of our streets.”— Dan Kaufman Sellwood resident Dan Kaufman is no stranger to BikePortland. The man behind Crank My Chain! CycleTV has helped us with video projects in the past like … Read more