There is space for protected lanes
Why should the City of Bend build protected bike lanes throughout Bend? Over the next few months we’ll explore why they are a good idea if you want more people …
Give your input on the ODOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan
Hold onto your policy-wonk hats, but the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has been working on an important policy document for those who like to get around on foot or …
A reminder, every intersection is a crosswalk
The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) periodically takes it upon themselves to remind us all about basic rules of the road. Whether it’s a buckle-up, a hang-up-the-cell-phone or a ‘speed kills’ messaging campaign, ODOT uses a portion of its marketing budget for billboards and other media outlets. This year one of their public service announcement campaigns is directed at everyone who walks, rides a bike or drives a car to get around: every intersection is a crosswalk.
Road diet illustrated very simply
Taking a road from 4 car travel lanes to 2 with a center turn lane and adding bike lanes can actually improve the road’s ability to handle car traffic. Ā On it’s face it strikes many peopleĀ as counterintuitive, but it’s true.Ā that given the right situation, less is more when it comes to traffic flow.
Bend bond for healthy transportation an autumn possibility
Calling it a mix of safety, accessibility, as well as bicycle and walking infrastructure projects, Nick Arnis, Director of the Growth Management Department, presented a wish list to a May …
Got a gripe with a roadway? Citizen Service Request form
The Citizen Service Request Form is the City of Bend’s official mechanism to report roadway issues to the Public Works department. The form can be found here on the City’s …
What is a Sharrow?
What is a Sharrow? Sharrows or (Shared Roadway Bicycle Markings) are intended to help bicycle riders position themselves away from parked cars, to avoid being struck by suddenly opened car …