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Bicycling builder hits roadblock at metal recycler
The owner of a construction business that only uses bicycles for travel was turned away from a Portland metal recycling business because he did not have a motor vehicle.
Bike-spending tracking system ‘flawed,’ PBOT officials say
The Portland Bureau of Transportation recently changed how it tracks spending for bike-related transportation projects so that it can inform the public in "a more thoughtful and articulate way," said PBOT Director Tom Miller.
Bike counter installed on Hawthorne Bridge
The city of Portland has installed a bike counter on the Hawthorne Bridge. The counter, the first of its kind in the U.S., according to city officials, will visibly show the number of people on bikes who ride past.
Transportation bill jeopardizes fate of bike, pedestrian programs
A new federal transportation bill unveiled by House Republicans last week elicited resounding opposition in Oregon, including objections to its emphasis on new highway construction, the elimination of money dedicated for projects to aid bicyclists and pedestrians, and reduction of long-term planning for public transit.
Foldable, electric bike targeted at commuter niche
The founders of Conscious Commuter Corp., a startup based out of both Portland and Los Angeles, next week plan to launch a new search for funding as they gear up for commercial manufacturing of their folding, electric bicycle.
Portland bike share program would increase biking, if that is even possible
Portland City Council announced on Wednesday that the city is looking to fund a slew of transportation projects using federal and city funds, paving the way for better pedestrian, cyclist and freight traffic.
Trolley Trail construction begins next month
Elting Construction will break ground early next month on the new $3.1 million project to create a biking and walking trail on a former trolley track system that once ran from Gladstone to Milwaukie.
Bicycle trips on the rise in Portland
The Portland Bureau of Transportation announced the release of the Portland Bicycle Count Report for 2010, which showed a 12 percent increase of bicycle traffic on bridges and a 7 percent increase in bicycle trips on non-bridges over the past year.
City funding helps Gateway Green’s chances
A city of Portland promise of $198,110 per year for a planned bike park and recreational area near the Gateway area is giving the project the sure footing to move forward. The funding would pay for maintenance and operation, which project organizers say is the chief hurdle in getting the park completed.
TriMet opens first ‘Bike & Ride’ facility
The first Bike & Ride facility from transit agency TriMet opened today to provide a secure parking structure for 74 bikes, TriMet announced today.
A grueling bike map of Portland
I know the purpose of Metro’s Bike There! event Thursday wasn’t to make me swear off bikes for the foreseeable future. But as I wobbled to the MAX station on […]
A grueling bike map of Portland
I know the purpose of Metro’s Bike There! event Thursday wasn’t to make me swear off bikes for the foreseeable future. But as I wobbled to the MAX station on […]
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- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
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- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
