News As promised, opposing views on the city's proposed Bicycle Master Plan for 2030 surfaced last night at the Portland Planning Commission. About 50 people packed the hearing room and heard Bike Gallery owner Jay Graves urge adoption of the plan. Portland resident Randy Miller added that the plan would bring a “young, new, and highly educated community” to the city. But not everyone ...   More

News On Monday, the City of Portland implemented a new, citywide "hiring freeze" — with one exception. The Portland Police Bureau can fill any vacancies for front-line police officers. Make that two exceptions. Later today on Wednesday morning, the City Council will consider a new funding mechanism for the Bicycle Plan for 2030. That plan from Mayor Sam Adams calls for taking $20 million ...   More