 
"Commuting by bicycle to the Lloyd District is an
attractive alternative to driving. For an
average bike rider, a 5-mile bicycle commute takes approximately 30 minutes."
It's
been a long time in development, but it's finally here...
Check out our... Interactive Bike Parking Map
New! Rose Quarter Bike Path Opens
Cyclists can now ride legally and safely through the Rose Quarter
Transit Center via NE Wheeler Avenue, thanks to efforts by TriMet, the
City of Portland, the Bicycle Transportation Alliance and the Lloyd
District Transportation Management Association.
See TriMet's web page for more details...
Upcoming/Ongoing
Bike Events
SAVE THE DATE: Lloyd Bike to Work Day Party, MAY 15th, 7:30-9 AM [event info flyer]
Come to our Bike to Work
Day Party and hear Joe Kurmaskie, "The Metal Cowboy," talk about his
adventures and misadventures touring American by bike. A performer and
cyclist, Joe is the author of three books about his penchant for
pedaling. Check him out at http://www.metalcowboy.com/about.shtml
What:
Complimentary continental breakfast * * Cool door prizes * Free
chair massages courtesy of East West College, A Professional School of
Massage and Spa Training * TriMet demonstration bike rack * Free bike
check-ups courtesy of Bike Gallery and Cycology Mobile Bike Repair * A
chance to meet fellow cyclists -- connect, network, mingle.
Why: We're thanking Lloyd employees who already bicycle and encouraging those who are interested to give it a try.
When: Friday, May 15th, 7:30 - 9 AM
Where: Oregon Square, NE Holladay between 7th and 9th
Who: Brought to you by Parametrix and the Lloyd TMA Bike Committee
Plus: Bring a new rider, and each receive a $3 City Coffee gift card.
The complete listing of this year's TMA summer events -- 2009 Summer Events
OPERATION BIKE <Check Out Our Flyer>
If you do not
have a bicycle, yet would like to try a safe, leisurely, guided ride around Lloyd,
this program is for you! The only requirement is that you work in the Lloyd District.
We will lend
you a bicycle
and helmet, and arrange a bike companion or two to guide you. You'll also
receive a $5 City Coffee gift card just for riding and a "new rider"
orientation kit.
Rides happen at
your convenience.
To sign up
today, email Moira at moira@lloydtma.com or call (503) 236-6441.
Tell everyone
you know!
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Pedal Power Pushes
Forward
Over 50 people participated in
this year’s work planning sessions to determine priorities for the remainder of
this year and next. Four primary areas
of focus were identified: Safety and Security, Social Marketing, Infrastructure
Improvement, and “Getting Rolling” to provide help to new bicyclists.
For an explanation of social marketing principles,
by Bill Smith, ED.D, Executive Vice President, Academy for
Education Development, Washington D.C. -- reprinted with his permission.
What Grabs You?
* Improving air quality through pedal power?
* Introducing people to the fun of
biking?
* Discovering you inner marketing
coordinator -- creatively promoting cycling?
* Meeting other cyclists through bike
outreach?
* Sharing your great ideas with us?
Boy, do we have a committee for you!
Here's how to get involved:
The Lloyd District Bike Committee is calling you... Either volunteer
to be a committee member or simply work on a project that specially interests you.
The commitee meets on the second Tuesday of each month at Parametrix at 12 noon in the Lloyd 700
Building, 700 NE Multnomah (meetings are typically held on the 10th floor). It
is an informal meeting environment with an open forum for discussing bicycle issues that
effect cyclists in the Lloyd District. So bring your lunch and ideas, we'll see you at the
next meeting.
See The Latest page for confirmation of time and location.
If you would like more information on getting involved contact Moira Green, moira@ldma.com .
Bike Committee Members:
Linda Aeder, Kaiser
Permanente Linda.Aeder@kp.org
Julie Cash, Metro cashj@metro.dst.or.us
Toni Cheatham, Bonneville Power Administration tvcheatham@bpa.gov
Sabrina Gogol, Metro gogols@metro.dst.or.us
Paula Levin, US Fish & Wildlife Paula_Levin@rl.fws.gov
Tyler Marriott, US Fish &Wildlife
Tyler_Marriott@fws.gov
Adam Marx, PacifiCorp Adam.marx@pacificorp.com
Linnea Nelson, Metro nelsonl@metro.dst.or.us
Shelley Oylear, Parametrix soylear@parametrix.com
Lance Poehler, Liberty Mutual Insurance Compancy lance.poehler@libertymutual.com
Don Wolfe, Bonneville Power Administration dvwolfe@bpa.gov
Bicycling in the Lloyd District
Interested in the goings-on of bicycling in
Portland, more specifically the Lloyd District? Listed below are the Lloyd District
Bike Committee's annual accomplishments. A lot has been done in the world of bicycle
commuting in the Lloyd District, have a look...
2008 Bike Committee Accomplishments:
EVENTS
- Held annual Bike Commute Day celebration on May 19. Approximately 170 attendees.
- Held annual Bike Bash on October 19. Approximately 65 people attended.
MARKETING
- Created
proposal for student internship program: students would assist with
Lloyd bicycle marketing plan. Proposals sent, and follow-up
contact made with professors at PSU and Concordia.
- Meeting with Patricia Ciliberti of Ciliberti & Associates about pro bono marketing services.
“Ever wonder what happens when you cross a bike with a banana?”
INFRASTRUCTURE
- Met
with State of Oregon bicyclist to discuss the installation of more
covered bicycle parking and acted as liaison between the State of
Oregon and Ashforth Pacific, which installed five staple bike racks in
the Oregon Square Park breezeway.
- Submitted letter of support for Rose Quarter bike improvements to Commissioner Sam Adams.
- Infrastructure
lead Shelley Oylear and staff held several meetings with the BTA to
develop strategy for moving Lloyd bike priorities forward.
- Created
proposal for student internship program: students would assist with
bike/ped infrastructure plan. Proposals sent, and follow-up
contact made with professors at PSU and Concordia.
- Submitted
request to City of Portland engineer Rob Burchfield to assess NE
Holladay Street for implementation of proposed bike/ped improvements.
INCENTIVE
- Winter
incentive: 60 bicyclists participated on February 16, and 61 bicyclists
participated on February 23. Gourmet drinking chocolate was
served at J Café as a special incentive. There were 121
redemptions among 89 individuals.
- Summer incentive: Over four weeks, 225 incentive redemptions were distributed to 148 bicyclists.
LONG-TERM STRATEGIC PLANNING
- Planned
and facilitated two sessions of the Bike Committee’s work plan
task force (52 participants.) Sessions were held February 13 and
March 13. Committee decided to focus on four areas, which include
(a) safety and security, (b) infrastructure improvements, (c) social
marketing, and (d) assisting new riders.
OUTREACH and EDUCATION
- Launched
Operation Bike. BPA’s Don Wolfe created the program and was
the volunteer lead for this innovative project. Usually with bike
mentors from their own companies, potential bicyclists were accompanied
on a Lloyd ride by Don, using BPA’s loaner bikes.
Participants were also given a new rider kit, coffee coupon incentive,
and follow up support. Nine people expressed interest; five of
these participated last summer.
- Helped
facilitate a BTA presentation at the 1201 Lloyd building for new bike
commuters and veteran riders. Brought TMA materials and giveaways
for distribution (8/30)
- In
conjunction with Summer Incentive, invited presenters to J Café
on “incentive days.” Topics included:
- ByCycle.org
- City of Portland Bicycle Master Plan
- Bikestation
- Eastside Streetcar Loop
- Assisted Parametrix in structuring and conducting a bike safety workshop on May 23. Eleven bicyclists attended.
Who should I contact about bike
commuting?
The TMA has a list of knowledgable bicycle advocates/riders to help answer any of your
questions. If you need help with topics like: planning a route or finding a parking space,
contact the TMA for the name of your business/agency's Bike
Champion.
Getting started as a bike commuter?
This checklist (created by the Bike Committee's own Lance Poehler) is intended to help make your bicycling safer and more enjoyable. The Checklist.
Where can I park my bike?
Secure Bicycle Lockers and
Racks:
- Interactive Bike Parking Map -- it shows where parking is available, whether it's
covered or not, it shows where there's secure bike lockers for rent (if they're available
or if there's a waiting list), it allow you to reserve a locker online, or sign up for the
waiting list, this thing even has pictures of some of the racks and lockers! Check
it out.
This has been in development for some time, please give us
feedback on it.
We appreciate it.
- The TMA rents bike lockers to Lloyd District employees who are
looking for a more secure means of storing their bikes while at work.
- 74 total lockers spread throughout the district
- cost is $15.00 per month, with a refundable $20 key deposit
- automatic billing available
- acess to shower facilities at Lloyd Athletic Club for an additional $12.50/month
To rent long-term daily parking please consult our Interactive Bike
Parking Map.
- Check with your facilities/maintenance staff to find out if your building offers private
bike facilities.
What route should I ride?
- City of Portland produces a free bicycle map that displays routes through downtown and
along the east and west side of the Willamette River. For more information visit their web site.
- For a more comprehensive bicycle map of the entire Portland Metropolitan area, Metro has
recently completed a regional bike map that shows the location of bike and multi-purpose
lanes along with color coded roadways that indicate the degree of traffic congestion. The
maps sell for $6 each, for more info check out Metro's Bike There!
Regional Bike Map. These maps can also be purchased at the Lloyd District TMA offices.
- Check your local bike shop for maps and information.
- Look for "Bike Route" signs and follow bike lanes.
Can I take my bike on TriMet?
The short answer is YES.
As of March 1, 2002 it is even easier to take your bike on TriMet. Riders are no
longer required to purchase a permit to take your bicycle on a bus or MAX. For more
details on this change in policy, visit the TriMet web site.
Helpful hints:
- Lock the wheel and frame to the rack with a high-security, U-shaped shackle lock.
- Be sure the rack is securely anchored.
- Bike Theft Report Form see Security Issues
- Call the Bikes on TriMet hotline, 503-239-3044.
Other informative bicycle-related links:
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