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Streetcar construction updates

*Includes Broadway Bridge closure schedule*
 
Legal information for bike commuters.
 
Free Basic Bike Maintenance
 
Breakfast for Bicyclists - Date has CHANGED to  THURSDAY 9/16
 
Park(ing) Day 9/17
 
EcoDistricts Summit at PSU 10/26

Bike

 

Programs

Operation Bike

If you don’t have a bicycle and would like to try a safe and leisurely guided ride around Lloyd, this program is for you! The only requirement is that you work in the Lloyd District. We lend you a bicycle and helmet, and arrange for a bike companion or two to guide you. You'll also receive a $5 City Coffee gift card just for riding, and a new rider orientation kit. The ride happens when you and your bike companions are available.

To sign up email or call (503) 236-6441.

 

Infrastructure

Holladay Street ped/bikeway

The TMA Bike and Pedestrian Committees are exploring the creation of a pedestrian/bikeway on NE Holladay Street from the Rose Quarter to NE 13th Avenue. This proposed pedestrian/bikeway would accommodate both east- and westbound bicycles, and improve existing pedestrian connections. This would mean closing Holladay to car traffic and installing bike-activated signals at intersections. Concerns about circulation near the Oregon Convention Center, connectivity from 11th and 13th Avenues, and other issues must be addressed before this project can proceed.

NE 7th Avenue and Streetcar

Strong advocacy from the TMA and the Bicycle Transportation Alliance has resulted in the City of Portland incorporating street space for cycletracks on NE 7th Avenue as part of the streetcar extension. As plans develop, the TMA Bike Committee will continue to work with its partners to ensure that our north/south bikeway is safe and appealing to bicyclists of all skill levels.

Bikestation

The Bike Committee is interested in a study to determine the viability of a Bikestation in the Lloyd District. A Bikestation is a public bike/transit facility offering secure bicycle parking and other transit amenities. For more information, go to http://www.bikestation.org/

Sullivan's Gulch Off-Street Trail

The Sullivan's Gulch Trail will be an east-west pathway through the heart of Portland, an uninterrupted, safe, off-street link between the Eastbank Esplanade, the Willamette River Greenway, the I-205 Trail, and the Springwater Corridor. There will be a smooth, accessible grade for bicyclists, walkers, skaters, and physically-challenged users along the entire length of the trail. The Bike Committee is interested in how the trail and the Holladay Street ped/bikeway concept can intersect. For more information, go to http://www.sullivansgulchtrail.org.

Broadway/Weidler/Wheeler

The Bike Committee continues to work with partners to see how this extremely high-traffic area can be improved for cyclists.

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Bike Committee

The committee meets at noon on the second Tuesday of each month at Parametrix, 700 NE Multnomah St, Suite 1100. It’s an informal environment with an open forum for discussing issues that effect cyclists in the Lloyd District. Volunteer to be a committee member or simply work on a project that interests you. The Bike Committee focuses on creating a community of bike riders in the district, introducing people to the fun of biking, and increasing district participation in events and incentive programs. So bring your lunch and ideas— we'll see you at the next meeting.

If you would like more information on getting involved contact Heather McCarey, heather@lloydtma.org.

Committee Members:

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Commuting Information

The TMA has a list of knowledgeable bicycle advocates/riders to help answer your questions. If you need help with things like planning a route or finding a parking space, contact the TMA. Take a look at this checklist (created by the Bike Committee's own Lance Poehler) to make sure you have the basics for commuting.

Swanson, Thomas & Coon Attorneys at Law have published Ray Thomas's helpful "Pedal Power: A Legal Guide for Oregon Bicyclists."  Download a pdf of this informative guide. 

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Bike Parking - Locations, Types, and Prices

  • Our Interactive Bike Parking Map shows available parking and differentiates between covered and uncovered racks, secure bike lockers and tenant use facilities. The map allows you to reserve a locker online or sign up for the waiting list—this thing even has pictures of the racks and lockers!
  • Bike lockers
    - 108 lockers throughout the district
    - $15.00 per month plus a refundable $20 key deposit
    - automatic billing available
    - shower facilities available at Lloyd Athletic Club for an additional $12.50/month
  • Check with your facilities/maintenance staff to find out if your building offers private bike parking.
  • Contact jenny@lloydtma.org or call the office (503)236-6441 for more information on lockers.

Helpful Hints When Parking Your Bike

  • Lock the wheel and frame to the rack with a high-security, U-shaped lock.
  • Be sure the rack itself is securely anchored.
  • Bike Theft Report Form

Route Planning

  • For more personalized, hands-on help planning your commute trip, check out Lloyd Links.  A TMA staff member will work with you one-on-one to design the most efficient and safe route(s) to meet your needs.
  • Metro has created a regional bike map showing the location of bike and multi-purpose lanes, along with roadways color-coded to indicate the degree of traffic congestion. For more info check out Metro's Bike There! Regional Bike Map. The maps cost $6 and can be purchased at the Commuter Connection transportation store.
  • Commuter Connection also stocks a variety of bikeway maps produced by the cities of Portland and Vancouver. You can also check your local bike shop for maps and information.
  • Look for "Bike Route" signs and follow bike lanes.
  • ByCycle.org is an online route-planner similar to Mapquest or Google Maps, but designed specifically for bike trips.

Using Bikes on Transit

  • All TriMet and C-TRAN buses are equipped with racks that hold two bikes. Each MAX train has space for 4 bikes per car, and WES Commuter Rail allows bikes as well. For more information call the Bikes on TriMet hotline at (503) 962-7644.
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