Now that the Bicycle Plan for 2030 has been adopted, it needs to be funded in order to get built.
The City of Portland is seeking input on their proposed 2010-2011 budget by holding Community Budget Forums all over the city. On Monday there was a forum on the West side. Tonight there will be a forum in Southeast.
Saturday there will be a forum in Northeast Portland and that’s where we’ve decided to focus our comments.
Community Budget Forum
Saturday, March 6th, 1:00-3:30 PM
IRCO Community Space
10301 NE Glisan St.
Remember, this isn’t as simple as saying “yes” or “no” to bikes. These forums are an opportunity to make clear that health, livability, affordability, and environmental conditions all benefit from increased bike use and that active transportation can fit nicely into many budget priorities.
Portland Bicycle Tours has posted a ride to the forum on the Shift list. Read more here.
Please fill out the city’s online survey about the budget before attending. It’s in two parts and the second part really starts to address budget priorities. It’s pretty easy but budget 15 minutes for the whole thing.
See you Saturday!
