Despite ongoing claims of a dominant bike lobby in Portland, transportation hasn't been a priority for the city government, illustrated by rising pedestrian deaths and declining bike ridership.
The current city council’s divisions and indifference toward transportation issues have led to isolated decision-making, hindering the ability to address Portland's critical transportation safety crisis.
With a government transition underway, candidates are increasingly prioritizing transportation, signifying potential shifts in policy that could break free from the previous siloed approach.
Now there’s a hopeful slate of candidates, with some having transportation backgrounds and others motivated by advocacy, ready to tackle ongoing transportation challenges in Portland.
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