Building tenants say two year elevator closure on ped bridge violates county easement
The reason the bridge was built is the same reason it’s such a hardship when it’s hard to use.
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County will postpone Burnside Bridge elevator vs ramp decision until late 2022
“We are keeping [the stairs/elevator option] on the menu for the design phase, but it’s safe to say it has no supporters.”— Mike Pullen, Multnomah County Advocates lining up to testify at today’s Portland City Council meeting that includes an agenda item about the Earthquake Ready Burnside Bridge Project might want to edit their remarks.
45 days later, TriMet still has no estimate for re-opening of Lafayette Street bridge elevator
Mysterious moisture penetration stumps technicians.
TriMet’s Lafayette Bridge elevator in Brooklyn neighborhood closed for repairs
No word yet on when it will re-open.
One year in, how’s the Lafayette Street bridge elevator treating you?
A vital connection in the Brooklyn neighborhood.
Gibbs Street Pedestrian Bridge elevator woes continue
Nice elevator when it’s working.(Photos by J. Maus/BikePortland) The opening of the Gibbs Street Pedestrian Bridge in July 2012 came amid much fanfare. The $13.6 million span over Interstate 5 provided a much-needed connection between the Lair Hill neighborhood and the burgeoning South Waterfront. While it’s a beautiful bridge to walk and bike on, it … Read more
Thoughts on carrying bikes as Gibbs Bridge elevator closes again
A sign of disrespect? Or a minor inconvenience?(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland) On the eastern end of the new (and carfree) Gibbs Street Bridge over I-5, there are two options: You can either carry/push your bike up or down the many flights of stairs, or you can wait for the elevator. When the elevator is not … Read more