Debate over SW Main Street closure continues (Photos) – UPDATED
The street took center stage in the protests today as people openly disagreed with each other about whether or not to continue to “occupy” SW Main Street.(Photos © J. Maus)
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Care about transportation in Washington County? Time to step up
Many roads in Washington Countylack safe access for bicycles.(Photo: Will Vanlue) If I had a picture of Uncle Sam riding a bicycle while pointing a finger in that iconic “I Want You” sort of way, I would put it here. Instead I’ll simply tell you about a chance to make the place we live a … Read more
SW Main closure near Occupy Portland camps remains tense issue for all sides
The scene at SW Main between 3rd and 4th as of 8:30 this morning. (Looking west on SW Main with camps on both sides.)(Photos © J. Maus)
Looming budget cuts could force tough decisions at PBOT
Budget cuts could force hard decisionson popular programs like Sunday Parkways.(Photo © J. Maus) As reported last week by The Oregonian, the City of Portland faces steep cuts in its 2012-2013 budget. “As a result of global, national, and local factors that may impact the City and the uncertainty surrounding the economic outlook,” reads a … Read more
Studded tire ban now just 80,000 signatures away from ballot
(Photo: ODOT) Jeff Bernards, the chief petitioner behind an effort to preserve Oregon roads by banning studded tires, says the Oregon Supreme Court has finally issued him a Ballot Title. According to Bernards, that crucial step in the process to put the ban to voters in 2012 means he can print up official signature sheets. … Read more
GM ad urges college students to ‘Stop pedaling…start driving’ – UPDATED
GM ad running in college newspapers.– Click to enlarge–
The Advocacy Roundup (get info, get involved)
If you want to get involved to and help make the Portland region a better place for biking, check out the upcoming advocacy events and meetings… Tuesday, October 11th PBOT’s “Fall/Winter Storm Season Preparedness” News Conference PBOT welcomes El Nina. “Community partners will join PBOT Director Tom Miller to review fall and winter storm season … Read more
BikeCraft 2011: Dates, venue set and a big announcement
Check out the new BikeCraft website. BikeCraft is getting bigger and better this year in more ways than one. But before I announce the dates and venue (scroll down if you can’t wait), I want to let you all know that I’ve officially handed over the event to someone else. Since that magical snow night … Read more
Your comments can help shape bike share, other regional projects
Cross-section of proposed project that would link the Springwater to the Trolley Trail in Milwaukie. While much of the media attention for the current round of Metro’s regional flexible funding allocation revolved around the Portland bike sharing project, there are a host of other (extremely important) projects and programs that have been selected. Metro is … Read more
It’s Filmed by Bike’s 10th anniversary! See the trailer!
Still from Filmed by Bike 10th anniversary trailer.(Film by Burk Webb) Our much beloved local film fest, Filmed by Bike, turns 10 this year. To celebrate, fest founder Ayleen Crotty is looking to make it the biggest and best one ever. Last week she released a special, 10th anniversary trailer. Check it out…
Opinion: Parallels for bike advocacy and lessons from the ‘Occupy’ protests
Sign from Occupy Portland march on October 6th.(Photos © J. Maus) Taking part in both Occupy Portland marches and watching support for the protestors grow both here and across the country, has been extremely inspiring for me. It has also got me thinking (of course) about the national bike movement. Are there lessons to learn? … Read more
The Monday Roundup
When all else fails, call in the mimes.(AP Photo) Here’s the news that caught my eye this past week… – California Governor Jerry Brown has has vetoed a safe passing bill on grounds that the stipulation of passing bikes at 15 mph would cause backups and safety problems. Advocates are upset and confused. (*Note: I … Read more