In DC: Alice Swanson’s ghost bike
Alice’s ghost bike at 20th and R Street in Washington, DC (Photos by Elly Blue)
News
Press Release: City Crews Gear Up for Next Storm
Here’s the latest from PBOT: City and State Crews Gear Up for Next Storm System (12/19) Contact: Cheryl Kuck, 503-823-5909 (PORTLAND, OR) – The National Weather Service is predicting another severe winter weather event for the Portland metropolitan region this weekend. City and State crews are prepared to respond.
As cuts loom, PBOT asks for help to prioritize
[Note: You’ll notice I’ve begun using the acronym PBOT instead of PDOT. That’s because the Portland Department of Transportation (which actually is the Office of Transportation but no one ever called it POOT) will soon officially become the “Bureau” of Transportation.] “If you had to cut $6.4 million out of Transportation’s budget, how would you … Read more
Obama at press conference: LaHood has “created opportunities for bikers”
“He has not only helped rebuild our landscape, he’s helped beautify it by creating opportunities for bikers and runners to enjoy our great outdoors.” — Obama on LaHood Congressional Quarterly has the full transcript from today’s press conference where President-elect Obama introduced his choice for Transportation Secretary, Ray LaHood. Below are some key excerpts interspersed … Read more
Riverfront land purchase seen as “new era” for future trail
The University of Portland has just acquired the property outlined in yellow. Supporters of a transportation trail along the river see this as a major step forward.(Image courtesy U of P)
Local riding club looks to raise money for fellow Wheelman
Keith Ticknor The Portland Wheelmen Touring Club are rallying support for Keith Ticknor, who suffers from a brain tumor, with a benefit ride and a Christmas tree sale on Saturday. Ticknor has been member of the club for nearly three decades and one club member described him to me as “the quintessential excellent volunteer without … Read more
350 dreams deferred: CCC needs help for Bike Drive sequel
The Community Cycling Center‘s annual Holiday Bike Drive was all set for another successful day of making bike dreams come true for over 500 low-income Portland-area kids…but that was before the big storm hit. As the weather worsened on the day of the event (last Sunday), staffers decided to cut it short, leaving about 350 … Read more
Sell or find gear at first-ever Veloswap
Anyone looking to start off the new year with some new gear, or looking to make a few bucks on their old stuff, will be happy to hear about the first annual Portland VeloSwap. Jim Anderson — who is also the man behind the Monday Night Racing series at Portland International Raceway — announced the … Read more
MTB shop steps up for Forest Park plan
The Fat Tire Farm on NW Thurman.(Photo © J. Maus) Fat Tire Farm, a shop that specializes in high performance mountain bikes and is located near a busy Forest Park trailhead, has stepped up to encourage its customers to join the Forest Park Conservancy (FPC). According to citizen activist Frank Selker, the shop has agreed … Read more
On the train: Checking the bike, making friends
Boxing up the Brompton was a team effort(Photos by Elly Blue) I’m beginning to realize a few things about traveling with a folding bike. First of all, it’s definitely a passport to general goodwill and friendliness. I had a great time chatting with a homeless guy and a college student on the L’s blue line … Read more
From Chicago: Crashing with the 4 Star Courier Collective
[Publisher’s note: Elly Blue is on a trip through the East Coast. She’s got a Brompton folder, a backpack, and one of my old cameras around her neck. She’ll be posting dispatches and photos from the road. I’ve created a special section for all the articles and I’ll share some of them here on the … Read more
Vanderslice chosen to help lead Bike Master Plan Update effort
Ellen Vanderslice is the new Project Manager for the Bike Master Plan Update. The City of Portland’s languishing effort to update its Bicycle Master Plan just got a shoot in the arm. Ellen Vanderslice, an effective bureaucrat and well-known activist for people-friendly cities, has been selected as Project Manager for the Bicycle Master Plan Update … Read more