BikePortland Event
The future of Oregon’s transportation system all comes down to a few days in Salem during a special session and this public hearing will kick it all off. The hearing will be based on the current version of the bill that lawmakers will debate when the special session begins August 29th. The bill is known as LC 2 (for “legislative concept” because it doesn’t have an official bill number yet).
Location: Hearing Room F. Will also stream online. Visit this website for all the details.
“The Oregon Transportation Commission establishes state transportation policy. The commission also guides the planning, development and management of a statewide integrated transportation network that provides efficient access, is safe, and enhances Oregon’s economy and livability.”
Agenda and materials will be posted here when available
A Portland City Council subcommittee
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This is a subcommittee of the Portland City Council. The meeting agenda includes a review of the state legislative session and a resolution that would initiate a public process and report to evaluate a new funding mechanism for PBOT. Get full background in this BikePortland story.
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The 20-member volunteer Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC) meets monthly to review projects of interest to cyclists and discuss bike issues. The committee advises the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) as well as city council and other bureaus on all biking-related matters.
Meets on second Tuesday of each month from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Meetings are hybrid and held at the Portland Building and online via Zoom.
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This committee is charged with evaluating the effectiveness of the program in achieving the goals laid out in the Climate Investment Plan.
A subcommittee of TPAC (Metro’s Transportation Policy Alternatives Committee), TransPort is charged with advancing the Transportation System Management and Operations Plan, providing a forum for cooperative planning and deployment. TransPort coordinates investments made in technology and operations as well as prioritizes projects to receive TSMO program funds.
TransPort’s core membership comprises six agencies: ODOT, TriMet, Clackamas County, Multnomah County, Washington County and the City of Portland, represented by their lead transportation systems engineers. Attendance from other TPAC-member agencies is encouraged.
TransPort typically meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 1 to 2:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted.
The Transit-Oriented Development Steering Committee makes recommendations to Metro Council to support affordable and high-density development projects close to transit. The committee typically meets the second Tuesday of the month.
PBOT is updating their all-important and all-powerful Transportation System Plan (TSP). This is the guiding document for transportation policymaking. This is the second meeting of their Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC).
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The Transportation System Plan (TSP) is the 20-year plan to guide transportation projects, programs, policies, and investments in Portland.
The 2045 TSP Community Advisory Committee advises the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) director and staff on key tasks, policies, and outcomes, while offering insights into community values and investment priorities throughout all phases of the TSP workplan.
Meeting takes place in room 108 of the Portland Building (1120 SW 5th Ave) and online.
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The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) Freight Advisory Committee, formed February 2003, serves as an advisory group to the Portland Bureau of Transportation and City Council on issues related to freight mobility. Includes community member volunteers and public agency representatives at the local, state, and federal level.
Meets on the first Thursday of each month from 8:30 to 10:30. Hybrid meetings are held at Portland Building and online via Zoom.
August 7 meeting agenda: (Zoom Meeting Registration)
8:30 AM – Welcome and Introductions
Jana Jarvis / All
8:35 AM – Updated Truck Map
Cameron Glasgow and Zef Wagner (PBOT)
PBOT staff will share their efforts transitioning the Portland Truck map from a static document to a dynamic web map providing a more tailored experience for freight users.
8:55 AM – Hot Topics, Points of Interest
Jana Jarvis / All
PFC members report on current activities from their respective industry and agencies.
• Vision Zero updates – Leeor Schweitzer
9:20 AM – NE 42nd Ave Bridge Replacement
Winston Sandino (PBOT)
PBOT staff will share plans for the upcoming bridge replacement on their efforts transitioning the Portland Truck map from a static document to a dynamic web map providing a more tailored experience for freight users.
9:45 AM – Economic Opportunity Analysis
Tom Armstrong and Sam Brookham (BPS)
BPS Staff will present on their Economic Opportunities Analysis designed to analyze and forecast growth in Portland’s industrial districts, then designate an adequate 20-year supply of developable land.
10:10 AM – Public Comments
Jana Jarvis
Members of the public can provide comment and ask questions to the committee and staff.
10:30 AM – Adjourn
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This is a local event being organized as part of the national Week Without Driving campaign.
“This is your chance to directly engage with decision-makers and advocate for the changes you want to see.”
This is a save-the-date and I’ll post more details as they come in.
Where:
Charles Jordan Community Center
9009 N Foss Ave, Portland OR 97203 (on bus lines 4 and 35)
What:
“The Oregon Department of Transportation is updating the Transportation Safety Action Plan to create a safer transportation system for everyone. This plan will guide decisions and investments to reduce crashes and eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries on Oregon’s roads.”
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