Did you know Portland had an advocacy group devoted to pedestrians? Portland is renown for its bike scene and the strong, vibrant advocacy movement that exists around it. But what about our non-motorized friends who use their feet to get around? Where is Portland’s ‘pedestrian community’? The Willamette Pedestrian Coalition wants to find out. The … Read more
Steph Routh, executive director of the Willamette Pedestrian Coalition, speaks at the event this morning.– More images –(Photos © J. Maus) With the summer cycling season in full swing, the Bicycle Transportation Alliance (BTA) and a host of partners kicked of another year of their Eye to Eye safety campaign at a press conference near … Read more
Routh married her bike at the 2006 Multnomah County Bike Fair(Photo © J. Maus) The Willamette Pedestrian Coalition has chosen Stephanie Routh as their new Director. The WPC is a Portland-based non-profit that is, “dedicated to promoting walking and making the conditions for walking safe and attractive.” Here’s the official statement: Stephanie is highly regarded … Read more