The City of Portland and Multnomah County have drafted an ambitious action plan to reduce local carbon emissions by 80% in 2050. Reducing transportation emissions is one of the top priorities, and the plan includes measurable, targeted goals to increase walking and biking.
For example:
2030 Objective 4: Create vibrant neighborhoods where 90% of Portland residents and 80% of Multnomah County residents can easily walk or bicycle to meet all basic daily, non-work needs.
2030 Objective 5: Reduce per capita daily vehicle miles traveled 50% from 2008 levels.
(iv) Identify the steps necessary to create a world-class bicycle system throughout Portland and Multnomah County.
(v) Fund the first tier of improvements identified in the City of Portland Bicycle Master Plan and adopt a schedule of funding to address subsequent improvements.
Now is your chance to attend a Climate Action Plan Town Hall meeting in your neighborhood to learn more about the plan and weigh in with your thoughts. You can also visit the website to read the full draft and submit comments online.
Downtown – Business Focused
Monday, June 15
5:30 – 7:30 pm
SOUK, 322 NW 6th Ave
Southeast
Saturday, June 20
1:00 – 3:00 pm
Mt Scott Community Center, 5530 SE 72nd Ave
Southwest
Monday, June 22
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Fulton Park Community Center, 68 SW Miles St
Northeast
Thursday, June 25
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Dishman Community Center, 77 NE Knott
Downtown/Central Westside
Monday, June 29
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Lincoln High School Cafeteria
1600 SW Salmon St
North
Tuesday, July 7
6:30 – 8:30 pm
University Park Community Center, 9009 N Foss Ave
