Federal funding for Eagle Creek Staircase replacement moves forward
The funding will help the project qualify for larger federal grants.
Politics
Oregon Governor signs ‘Bike Bus Bill’ into law
On its four month journey through committees and the House and Senate chambers, the bipartisan bill garnered only one “no” vote.
Nearly half of Portlanders would bike more if it was safer and cheaper, citywide survey says
A treasure trove of insights that every transportation reform advocate should take to heart.
Opinion: Khanh Pham on why she’s optimistic about Oregon’s transportation future
Rep. Pham wants help to fight the highway lobby and turn Oregon’s transportation fortunes around.
Group works to repeal Oregon’s mandatory bike lane use law
The law has been a thorn in the saddle of bike advocates for many years.
New Oregon law reduces fines, penalties for bicycle DUI
It’s part of an effort to “right-size the criminal justice system.”
Commissioner Mapps names Millicent Williams as new PBOT Director
The previous PBOT deputy director should be able to hit the ground running.
US Transportation Sec. Pete Buttigieg will get tour of 82nd Avenue
His presence at 82nd Avenue will add to the considerable momentum surrounding this project.
‘Bike bus bill’ still alive in final days of legislative session
It’s make or break time for the bike bus bill.
Guest Opinion: Act now to save Oregon’s e-bike rebate bill
For just $6 million, the bill would deliver over 11,600 rebates to Oregonians.
PBOT budget advisors strategize as Mapps leans in for help
Mapps’ biggest bureau is in freefall and he hasn’t found a parachute.
Metro President Lynn Peterson announces run for Congress
If all goes according to plan for 54-year-old Lake Oswego resident, she’ll join Portland’s Earl Blumenauer on the Congressional Bike Caucus in 2025.