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News Release
MULTNOMAH COUNTY OREGON
Public Affairs Office
501 SE Hawthorne Blvd., #600
Portland, Oregon  97214
(503) 988-6800 phone
(503) 988-6801 fax

Release: December 29, 2003
Contact:  Michael Pullen, Public Affairs Office, 503-988-6804            
Multnomah County is seeking members to serve on its Bicycle and Pedestrian Citizen Advisory Committee who live or work in East Multnomah County.  The committee advises the county on bicycle and pedestrian issues related to the county's road system, which includes: · Major collector and arterial roads in the cities of Fairview, Gresham, Troutdale, and Wood Village · Roads in unincorporated areas of Multnomah County including the west hills, Sauvie Island, and areas east and west of the Sandy River · Five Willamette River bridges  (Broadway, Burnside, Hawthorne, Morrison, and Sellwood) Individuals who are interested in transportation issues affecting bicyclists, pedestrians and the disabled are encouraged to apply.  The committee advises the county's Transportation and Land Use Division on matters that involve bicycle and pedestrian transportation, including project review and budget recommendations. 
The committee meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm in Room 112 of the Multnomah Building at 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd.  Members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and serve a two-year term.
To apply, individuals need to complete an interest form.  To request a form or more information, contact Matt Larsen at 503-988-5050, extension 29640 or email matthew.f.larsen@co.multnomah.or.us  .
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