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Election thoughts: Hales, Fritz, bad news for the CRC, and more

Charlie Hales is promising to “minimize the drama and maximize the results.”(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland) After last night, Portland’s City Council has two fresh faces and the White House retains a familiar one. Both our mayoral race and the race for President were never really in doubt as Charlie Hales easily beat Jefferson Smith and … Read more


The mayoral candidates weigh in on transportation funding

“The Bureau of Transportation has been facing budget challenges for several years; how will you as mayor create a sustainable source of revenue or otherwise ensure that the bureau has the resources it needs over the long haul?”—Question for mayoral candidates at recent Women’s Transportation Seminar luncheon With the election just over a month away, … Read more


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Election night a big one for Bike Walk Vote PAC

Bike Walk Vote excited an active (transportation) base of Portland voters.(Photo © J. Maus) Tuesday night’s elections were full of good news for Portland’s re-energized Bike Walk Vote political action committee. After being founded in 2004, then lying dormant for several years following the 2008 elections, Bike Walk Vote came roaring back last winter. Boasting … Read more


Election roundup: The Oregonian picks Hales, Brady in a car, candidate events, and more

A big endorsement for Mr. Hales. Local elections are heading into the home stretch here in Portland (primaries are May 15th). Candidates are going to the full-court press, media coverage is picking up, and non-profit groups are hosting events to introduce you to your future leaders. Here’s an update on things from a bike/transportation perspective… … Read more


Bike Walk Vote endorses Jefferson Smith for Portland mayor

He’s pumped!(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland) After a thorough evaluation process that included in-person interviews, a questionnaire and ride-along with all three major candidates, political action committee Bike Walk Vote has announced their endorsement of Jefferson Smith for Portland mayor. Bike Walk Vote co-chair Evan Manvel said today in a phone interview that Smith’s “Commitment, record, … Read more