Seven years after ‘Platinum,’ Portland’s collision and fatality rates remain well above its peers
For people biking, Portland is clearly the most dangerous of the four cities recognized as the nation’s bike-friendliest.
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Guest post: What you can do to improve bicycling in Portland right now
Five ideas from the BTA for immediate action.
Comment of the Week: When ‘bike culture’ bites back
Priceless branding.(Photo: J.Maus/BikePortland) Biking has been a big part of the brand identity that has made Portland a come-from-behind economic success over the last 20 years. But now that prosperity has arrived, at least for some Portlanders, where’s the love? And if it’s missing, do people who function as “props” in Portland’s triumphant narrative have … Read more
Transportation bureau defends ‘Platinum’ status
They content the outcomes speak for themselves.
Portland’s Platinum downgrade petition finds support, nears 500 signatures
Downgraders find support and attention from the media.
Comment of the Week: Tolling, trust, and ODOT