State transportation bill out on Monday: Here are a few things to keep in mind
Political punditry prior to what will likely be a very eventful week.
Politics
Democrats push sales tax on cars in bid to raise more flexible transportation funds
Includes a new approach to the bicycle tax.
City Council President Pirtle-Guiney joins advocates for ride on Sandy Boulevard
It’s just the latest bit of inertia for a future Sandy Blvd bikeway.
Advocates in shock as Dems float ‘cap and pave’ plan while funding bill remains secret
“It’s like Christmas in May for polluters.”
A decade in, Councilor Koyama Lane wants Portland to redouble Vision Zero effort
We’ve found our Vision Zero champion on City Council.
Bike bus leader hopes to ride safe streets message into school board seat
Galanakis wants to push PPS to take a more active role in shaping the city beyond school grounds.
Oregon’s House Republican Caucus only cares about car drivers
“DOGE-wannabes who are pushing outdated, harmful ideas.”
E-bike rebate bill could pass as part of larger package, chief sponsor says
If the $5 million bill remains in committee, it would eventually die in Ways and Means.
Portland Senator a lone voice against highway widening
New to the Senate, Pham is strengthening her voice about ODOT spending priorities.
Billion dollar sidewalk funding program passes council committee
“We need a renaissance in our city and we need to make sure that renaissance includes active transportation.”
Councilor: Turn streets into plazas, gardens, or cul-de-sacs to save money and fight climate change
It makes sense unless you suffer from car brain.