Guest Opinion: Portland needs more protected bike lanes — and we need them now

“At some point we must trust our adopted plans and our professional staff to execute them.”

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District 2 finally gets representation on key city council committee

Committee meetings haven’t even begun yet, but Councilor Sameer Kanal is already speaking up for his district.
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Lawmakers want $3 million from state coffers for 82nd Avenue bus lanes

Lawmakers say 82nd Ave won’t reach it’s full transit potential without BAT lanes.
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Neighborhood group, backed by bike advocate, opposes bike lane upgrades

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Monday Roundup: Dakar’s buses, daily steps, e-bike moral panic, and more

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Weekend Event Guide: Lents cleanup, Zwickelmania, 6-7, and more

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Meet District 3 City Council Candidate Tom Sollitt

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Building tenants say two year elevator closure on ped bridge violates county easement

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Tonight’s bike touring slideshows feature Japan cherry blossoms, human powered vehicles, and more

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Open houses on local transportation funding begin this week

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A win for transit on 82nd, but concerns remain

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Monday Roundup: E-bike for your feet, Olympics, Waymo watch, and more

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