Jonathan Maus
@jonathanmaus.bsky.social
Father of four: 3 kids and BikePortland.org - https://bsky.app/profile/bikeportland.org 🚲 - North Portlander.
Now we’re talking.
every single successful general strike in US history has had union backing through the local AFL-CIO
this is the first time it’s been called for since the 1940s
this is the first time it’s been called for since the 1940s
January 17, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Now we’re talking.
Yes! We need more bus, less stop.
Increasing the distance between stops from 700–800 feet to 1,300 feet (typical spacing in Western Europe) can deliver faster service, better reliability, and more service with the same resources.
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The United States needs fewer bus stops - Works in Progress Magazine
Bus stop balancing is fast, cheap, and effective. It can turn a service people tolerate into one they’re happy to use.
worksinprogress.co
January 17, 2026 at 6:39 PM
Yes! We need more bus, less stop.
The work PBOT is doing on 82nd Ave truly warms my heart. All the crossings and median islands... swoon... and they just shared this photo of a center curb separator being installed at NE Fremont!
January 16, 2026 at 9:44 PM
The work PBOT is doing on 82nd Ave truly warms my heart. All the crossings and median islands... swoon... and they just shared this photo of a center curb separator being installed at NE Fremont!
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"The team recommended the addition of warning signs as an immediate measure that can be done with available funds." - David House, ODOT Public Affairs
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ODOT will install warning signs on Highway 43 in response to fatal bicycle collision
ODOT says signs can be done now, with an eye toward a more substantive change in the future.
bikeportland.org
January 16, 2026 at 8:20 PM
"The team recommended the addition of warning signs as an immediate measure that can be done with available funds." - David House, ODOT Public Affairs
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In the long term, I believe there's no escaping the fact that the city must invest more to update the fleet and add bikes. Hopefully this survey encourages PBOT to find that funding!
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City survey asks: What would make you use Biketown and e-scooters more?
PBOT wants to know what you think about this program as it plans for the long term.
bikeportland.org
January 16, 2026 at 7:11 PM
In the long term, I believe there's no escaping the fact that the city must invest more to update the fleet and add bikes. Hopefully this survey encourages PBOT to find that funding!
bikeportland.org/2026/01/16/c...
bikeportland.org/2026/01/16/c...
Interesting!!
The wrinkle w this situation vs the 1935 decision is that petitioners didn’t put HB 3991 on the ballot as a whole bill. They only opposed some elements of the bill.
The wrinkle w this situation vs the 1935 decision is that petitioners didn’t put HB 3991 on the ballot as a whole bill. They only opposed some elements of the bill.
A 90-year-old legal opinion could jeopardize Gov. Tina Kotek’s desire to repeal House Bill 3991, the controversial Oregon Department of Transportation funding package she backed and lawmakers passed in a September special session.
AG’s Opinion Raises Questions About Transportation Tax Repeal
Nigel Jaquiss
www.wweek.com
January 16, 2026 at 3:01 AM
Interesting!!
The wrinkle w this situation vs the 1935 decision is that petitioners didn’t put HB 3991 on the ballot as a whole bill. They only opposed some elements of the bill.
The wrinkle w this situation vs the 1935 decision is that petitioners didn’t put HB 3991 on the ballot as a whole bill. They only opposed some elements of the bill.
Props to this dude soaking up the sun in the middle of an empty Broadway Bridge today (it's closed to car users due to a construction project). ☀️
January 15, 2026 at 11:42 PM
Props to this dude soaking up the sun in the middle of an empty Broadway Bridge today (it's closed to car users due to a construction project). ☀️
Those damn highway design manuals strike again!!
Seems like a sad irony that a concern about car drivers getting backed up near a freeway could tank the dream of dedicated bus lanes
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TriMet lays out new hurdles for 82nd Avenue bus lanes
Is TriMet ready to jump over these hurdles, or will they use them as a pretext to give up on full bus lanes?
bikeportland.org
January 15, 2026 at 9:57 PM
Those damn highway design manuals strike again!!
This chart of East Multnomah County (Gresham/Fairview/Troutdale) is a bonkers illustration of how drivers just lost their minds during the pandemic and have still not found them.
Also shows urgent need for radical redesign of our roads to prevent folks from driving dangerously.
Also shows urgent need for radical redesign of our roads to prevent folks from driving dangerously.
January 15, 2026 at 7:22 PM
This chart of East Multnomah County (Gresham/Fairview/Troutdale) is a bonkers illustration of how drivers just lost their minds during the pandemic and have still not found them.
Also shows urgent need for radical redesign of our roads to prevent folks from driving dangerously.
Also shows urgent need for radical redesign of our roads to prevent folks from driving dangerously.
Always fun seeing my photos pop up.
Yesterday Governor Tina Kotek used my bike bus image and today I open the new East Multnomah County Transpo Safety Plan and see one of my images is on the cover!
Did you know my entire archive of 57,234 photos is free for gov't/nonprofit/non-commercial use?
Yesterday Governor Tina Kotek used my bike bus image and today I open the new East Multnomah County Transpo Safety Plan and see one of my images is on the cover!
Did you know my entire archive of 57,234 photos is free for gov't/nonprofit/non-commercial use?
January 15, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Always fun seeing my photos pop up.
Yesterday Governor Tina Kotek used my bike bus image and today I open the new East Multnomah County Transpo Safety Plan and see one of my images is on the cover!
Did you know my entire archive of 57,234 photos is free for gov't/nonprofit/non-commercial use?
Yesterday Governor Tina Kotek used my bike bus image and today I open the new East Multnomah County Transpo Safety Plan and see one of my images is on the cover!
Did you know my entire archive of 57,234 photos is free for gov't/nonprofit/non-commercial use?
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138 rebates were issued during the pilot. Now the city will ramp up for the full launch in late March
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City of Portland e-bike rebate pilot shows 'strong demand'
We're just two months away from launch of the full program.
bikeportland.org
January 15, 2026 at 7:10 PM
138 rebates were issued during the pilot. Now the city will ramp up for the full launch in late March
bikeportland.org/2026/01/15/c...
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Looks like there's an effort afoot from City of Portland to go after PCEF $$$ to fund the bicycle promotion campaign that PBOT Bike Coordinator Roger Geller has been pushing for. I covered his plan in Nov 2024.
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Roger Geller has a plan to spur Portland's cycling renaissance
It's another sign that Portland is ready to awaken from its cycling slumber.
bikeportland.org
January 15, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Looks like there's an effort afoot from City of Portland to go after PCEF $$$ to fund the bicycle promotion campaign that PBOT Bike Coordinator Roger Geller has been pushing for. I covered his plan in Nov 2024.
bikeportland.org/2024/11/15/r...
bikeportland.org/2024/11/15/r...
Great stuff WA! Oregon needs to do something like this.
WA bill would clarify line between e-bikes and e-motos, task state staff with developing enforcement guidelines
#SEAbikes #Seattle
#SEAbikes #Seattle
WA bill would clarify line between e-bikes and e-motos, task state staff with developing enforcement guidelines
Excerpt from the initial draft of HB 2374 - 2025-26. A new bill in the Washington State House would make a number of changes to the statewide e-bike and motorcycle laws in an attempt to address the growing problem of very powerful and fast electric two-wheelers sold and operated with somewhat confusing and unclear legality. While many of the bill's measures are common sense, bill writers may also want to explore what they can do to help electric motorcycle riders comply with state law.
www.seattlebikeblog.com
January 15, 2026 at 6:12 PM
Great stuff WA! Oregon needs to do something like this.
PBOT is set to receive one additional EV bike lane sweeper as part of the annual adjustment in the plan that governs how Portland Clean Energy Fund (PCEF) money is spent.
January 15, 2026 at 5:59 PM
PBOT is set to receive one additional EV bike lane sweeper as part of the annual adjustment in the plan that governs how Portland Clean Energy Fund (PCEF) money is spent.
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TriMet GM announced the plans at a Metro transportation committee meeting this morning. The sale isn't final AFAIK, but TriMet has about $12 million set aside for it and the list price is $10 million.
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TriMet to purchase former Greyhound terminal in Old Town
TriMet has had its eye on the building since at least 2017.
bikeportland.org
January 15, 2026 at 5:11 PM
TriMet GM announced the plans at a Metro transportation committee meeting this morning. The sale isn't final AFAIK, but TriMet has about $12 million set aside for it and the list price is $10 million.
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Hmmmm... Very similar script being used by ODOT re: I-5 Rose Quarter.
The new project manager Monica Blanchard told Metro JPACT just a few minutes ago
"As concerns around cost escalation continue, staying on schedule with Phase 1A construction is essential for controlling our future costs."
The new project manager Monica Blanchard told Metro JPACT just a few minutes ago
"As concerns around cost escalation continue, staying on schedule with Phase 1A construction is essential for controlling our future costs."
Earlier today WSDOT Secretary Julie Meredith was asked about the leaked cost estimates on the Interstate Bridge Replacement and her response was...not incredibly encouraging.
"By getting started that's the way to help manage the costs."
"By getting started that's the way to help manage the costs."
January 15, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Hmmmm... Very similar script being used by ODOT re: I-5 Rose Quarter.
The new project manager Monica Blanchard told Metro JPACT just a few minutes ago
"As concerns around cost escalation continue, staying on schedule with Phase 1A construction is essential for controlling our future costs."
The new project manager Monica Blanchard told Metro JPACT just a few minutes ago
"As concerns around cost escalation continue, staying on schedule with Phase 1A construction is essential for controlling our future costs."
Watching closely to see how/if Bezos responds to this.
The FBI's raid of a Washington Post reporter's home comes amid a broader pattern of attacks on the media, including lawsuits, funding cuts, and increasing media and technology consolidation.
FBI Raids Home of Washington Post Reporter as Attacks on Press Freedom Intensify Under Trump
The FBI raided the home of Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson this week and seized her electronic devices, part of a leak probe into a government contractor accused of mishandling classified gov...
www.democracynow.org
January 15, 2026 at 3:26 PM
Watching closely to see how/if Bezos responds to this.
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BikeLoud today in The Oregonian 1/12/26!
Letter/Op-ed by our Board Vice Chair Kiel Johnson
"Opposing oil wars requires reducing oil dependence. Investing in safe, connected bicycle infrastructure does exactly that."
@kielbybike.bsky.social
@oregonian.com
Letter/Op-ed by our Board Vice Chair Kiel Johnson
"Opposing oil wars requires reducing oil dependence. Investing in safe, connected bicycle infrastructure does exactly that."
@kielbybike.bsky.social
@oregonian.com
January 12, 2026 at 5:55 PM
BikeLoud today in The Oregonian 1/12/26!
Letter/Op-ed by our Board Vice Chair Kiel Johnson
"Opposing oil wars requires reducing oil dependence. Investing in safe, connected bicycle infrastructure does exactly that."
@kielbybike.bsky.social
@oregonian.com
Letter/Op-ed by our Board Vice Chair Kiel Johnson
"Opposing oil wars requires reducing oil dependence. Investing in safe, connected bicycle infrastructure does exactly that."
@kielbybike.bsky.social
@oregonian.com
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fwiw, it may not look like it if you watch TV news, but the Progressive Caucus just wrenched power away from the center-right old guard through sustained parliamentary action in concert with organized movements.
It’s a huge accomplishment that will be lost on many casual observers.
Organizing = 👍
It’s a huge accomplishment that will be lost on many casual observers.
Organizing = 👍
Reading this thread - and considering the context of the last week or so up in Portland - is illuminating about the fights we have to take back control of our cities, everywhere
Back in the building to watch the council meeting!
January 15, 2026 at 2:14 AM
fwiw, it may not look like it if you watch TV news, but the Progressive Caucus just wrenched power away from the center-right old guard through sustained parliamentary action in concert with organized movements.
It’s a huge accomplishment that will be lost on many casual observers.
Organizing = 👍
It’s a huge accomplishment that will be lost on many casual observers.
Organizing = 👍
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It's Wednesday! Looking forward to see everyone this afternoon at Bike Happy Hour.
Come and hang out with nice people, eat some good food, drink yummy drinks, and talk about all things bikes and transportation.
3-6 pm at Migration Brewing on N Williams Ave.
See you there!
Come and hang out with nice people, eat some good food, drink yummy drinks, and talk about all things bikes and transportation.
3-6 pm at Migration Brewing on N Williams Ave.
See you there!
January 14, 2026 at 5:27 PM
It's Wednesday! Looking forward to see everyone this afternoon at Bike Happy Hour.
Come and hang out with nice people, eat some good food, drink yummy drinks, and talk about all things bikes and transportation.
3-6 pm at Migration Brewing on N Williams Ave.
See you there!
Come and hang out with nice people, eat some good food, drink yummy drinks, and talk about all things bikes and transportation.
3-6 pm at Migration Brewing on N Williams Ave.
See you there!
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BEND POLICE: HIT AND RUN DRIVER HIT CHILD'S BICYCLE: Bend police are looking for a driver accused of hitting a child riding a bicycle in a roundabout crosswalk and then driving away this morning. The child suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene.
Child injured in Bend hit-and-run at roundabout crosswalk, police say
Bend police are looking for a driver accused of hitting a child riding a bicycle in a roundabout crosswalk and then driving away. The child suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene.
www.centraloregondaily.com
January 13, 2026 at 9:43 PM
BEND POLICE: HIT AND RUN DRIVER HIT CHILD'S BICYCLE: Bend police are looking for a driver accused of hitting a child riding a bicycle in a roundabout crosswalk and then driving away this morning. The child suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene.
Just learned that Mayor Wilson's Deputy Chief of Staff Taylor Zajonc first heard about Wilson on BikePortland. 🤣
January 13, 2026 at 10:34 PM
Just learned that Mayor Wilson's Deputy Chief of Staff Taylor Zajonc first heard about Wilson on BikePortland. 🤣
A lot of these folks traffic in plausible respectability, so it’s helpful to have clear evidence of who they are.
I always say good politicians know whose opinions to value most. I hope councilors take these texts into account when making that judgment.
I always say good politicians know whose opinions to value most. I hope councilors take these texts into account when making that judgment.
The Mercury has obtained a series of images of group messages that show racist, sexist, and homophobic tropes used by a local developer and other local conservative political activists during a council president election. Readers may find this content offensive.
"Racist, Dehumanizing": Chat Images Show Portland Power Players Disparaging Councilors of Color
Messages obtained by the Mercury contain a slew of offensive tropes sent during a council president election
www.portlandmercury.com
January 13, 2026 at 10:09 PM
A lot of these folks traffic in plausible respectability, so it’s helpful to have clear evidence of who they are.
I always say good politicians know whose opinions to value most. I hope councilors take these texts into account when making that judgment.
I always say good politicians know whose opinions to value most. I hope councilors take these texts into account when making that judgment.
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The family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help raise funds for a full autopsy in hopes of finding clarity and closure.
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Family of victim searches for answers in mysterious death of SE Portland cyclist
Blaming the pothole just doesn't add up.
bikeportland.org
January 13, 2026 at 8:21 PM
The family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help raise funds for a full autopsy in hopes of finding clarity and closure.
bikeportland.org/2026/01/13/f...
bikeportland.org/2026/01/13/f...