When we think of what makes a great neighborhood greenway we often think of anything that reduces the speed and/or volume of cars. But just as important as who bike riders share the street with is the surface of the street itself. Large potholes, cracks and uneven bits are not only uncomfortable and inconvenient, they … Read more
I’ve got a pretty strong stomach, but it lurched when I read BikePortland regular Mark McClure’s comment about his recent experience walking down SW Patton. Apparently the Apple Maps walking instructions led him to a disappearing shoulder on this unwalkable road. Where did Apple think it was going to send him, Scholls Ferry? The horror. … Read more
“Everybody’s going to have to drive their kids to school if they can’t walk safely.” – Alida Cantor
“I’m disturbed and angry… This road no longer serves our community… We simply cannot afford to wait any longer.”— Jason Snider, Mayor of Tigard
