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Should cyclists be required to stop at stop signs?
KTVZ Asked by KTVZ
1,131 Votes

Should cyclists be required to stop at stop signs?

Yes, same as cars

16

No, should yield

4

Yes, same as cars

15 Comments
Tee Bennett
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Tee Bennett

Bicyclist cause so many accidents and damage they need to be licensed and insured and follow the same laws as all other transportation no exceptions

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Sam Ackerman
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Sam Ackerman

they want to have the same rights as auto drivers, so they should follow the same rules.

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Steven Huillet
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Steven Huillet

Yes every vehicle using the roads should follow the same rules and laws.

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Brian Allen Bj
1
Brian Allen Bj

They are a moving vehicle

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Dave Voiles
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Dave Voiles

If you use the road you should have to follow the rules like everyone else.

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Justin Schulman
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Justin Schulman

As a driver I'm already worried about hitting a cyclist when driving past them. Some cyclists are unpredictable and don't always stop at Stop signs or signal when turning.

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JohnWayne Kenneth Pool
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JohnWayne Kenneth Pool

I do a lot of biking myself and this is just common sense safety.

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dapper dog
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dapper dog

It's dangerous for them not to stop and just to yield

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drizzt the dark tuber
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drizzt the dark tuber

They are already dangerous and have no care for road laws.

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Judy Ostrom-Dixon
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Judy Ostrom-Dixon

If they want to be on the road and not pay taxes for said road, they should at least follow all the rules of the road!

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Elin Smith
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Elin Smith

I believe that the law says they must.

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Levi Record
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Levi Record

9 out of 10 cars don't even stop at stop signs. Cyclists need to be extra careful when out on the road. It's scary out there.

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Tim Griggs
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Tim Griggs

All these laws are passed to give cyclist the same laws as a vehicle. It's what they push for so yes they should be required to stop. Maybe cars should yield at stop signs. That's how dumb it sounds

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Tim Griggs
Tim Griggs

Also if they would use the bike lanes how they are supposed to be used and ride single file there would be less bikes hit. You push for the bike lane then you better use it. Common sense. Use it too!!

Chad Hodges
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Chad Hodges

Because there on the road ways.. that would just make it worse for everyone

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Caitlyn Williams
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Caitlyn Williams

Is this just for bikes? Because if you're like me and ride a longboard, the roads in town are steep, so you catch too much speed and most of the time, see the car way before they see you to stop.

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No, should yield

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Max Art
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Max Art

I lived in Phoenix and San Diego and my time there i road many of bikes till i wore them out. I do think bikes should yield to traffic at stop signs we are not faster then a car not all use a blink

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Max Art
Max Art

Blinkers. I have been hit by cars riding my bike due too lack of drivers not paying attention. DRIVERS OUT THERE PAY ATTENTION FOR BIKERS BIKERS RIDE SMART BE SAFE

Mary Gemba
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Mary Gemba

I PROMOTE cycling.I want to give (and DO) give cyclists a right-of-way until we have masses on the road as they do in Europe. For now, please yield to cyclists that are helping our environment. Thanks

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Should there be better vetting of candidates and reporting in the voters pamphlet?

Should there be better vetting of candidates and reporting in the voters pamphlet?

Yes

2

No

0

Yes

2 Comments
Lisa York
0
Lisa York

EVERYTHING submitted by the candidates for inclusion in the voter's pamphlet should be thoroughly vetted!!!

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Marie Gilbert
0
Marie Gilbert

Because he is an elected official and should be 100% honest.

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No

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Should a judge block the May first closure of China Hat road?
KTVZ Asked by KTVZ
1,008 Votes

Should a judge block the May first closure of China Hat road?

YES

3

NO

21

YES

3 Comments
Louis Vaday
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Louis Vaday

This made an error! I voted NO and it recorded yes! They shouldn't {and ALL} shouldn't be allowed on all public land because they do not follow rules! Dumping garbage, open flames during fire season, over extending time stay, etc. And now because of them our insurance is going up and land value goin

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Brad Hunter
0
Brad Hunter

Because they are steam rolling the homeless

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NO

21 Comments
Tammy Salka
1
Tammy Salka

The homeless are not residents, they are squatters!

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Kayla Sulak
1
Kayla Sulak

These people have had MONTHS of notice. Nobody ever told them it's acceptable to post up long-term there, so they shouldn't have planted their belongings out there if they have no way to move it. This sets a bad precedent if they're allowed to stay.

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Richard Williams
1
Richard Williams

I can no longer use this area of public land for fear of walking into a homeless camp or being attacked by their "pets". This land is for all of us to use, not just the homeless.

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Joanna Lee
1
Joanna Lee

Safety should be the biggest concern here. If these people are homeless, they can travel to another area to reside. Forest service doesn't always implement preventative measures. So this being one of the times they do. Its important to make sure it happens. Before there is anymore devastating fires.

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Shane Murray
1
Shane Murray

The homeless have trashed the forest out there. It makes me sick

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Greg Deadbolt Leach
1
Greg Deadbolt Leach

Time to move these people to the Attorneys and Judges front lawns!!!

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Karen Thrower
1
Karen Thrower

The China Hat area has been badly damaged and disrespected by campers.

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Jeannie H.
1
Jeannie H.

How is this their "home"? Have they paid property tax like the rest of us? How is this state even justifying this?!?!

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Nancy
1
Nancy

They’ve had plenty of time to move. Why can the homeless trash/burn our beautiful forest? Tax paying citizens are only allowed to camp for 14 days! What about the homeowners rights near China Hat, they need to feel safe in their own community! This has gone on way too long and I’m surprised!

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Lynn Marie Leehmann
1
Lynn Marie Leehmann

If you look at the Federal Regulations for camping on Federal land it states only 14 days. These people have over stated their welcome, they need to go and they have known about this for at least six months.

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Brad Aimone
1
Brad Aimone

It is ironic the Bend Equity Group has filed a lawsuit to block the closure. Where is the indignation for the horrible environmental damage done by these campers who’ve violated the USFS long standing limit of a 14 day stay in a primitive camp site?

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Nancy Roquero
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Nancy Roquero

This has gone on too long. The forests near Woodside community and other neighborhoods need fire protection and protection from the homeless with guns and vicious dogs and the garbage left behind. The homeless have had plenty of notice.

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Lisa York
1
Lisa York

the USFS has been planning this burn since Oct 2019... more than enough time for the homeless/advocacy groups to come up with a plan to move...

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Debbie Boyd
1
Debbie Boyd

This has been going on for way too long & it is ridiculous to postpone as they have known this needs to be done. The forest needs to be protected & these do gooders are too late to the game & so much time & money spent on homeless with ZERO results. We need DOGE. for Oregon!

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Marie Gilbert
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Marie Gilbert

We live near China Hat and the fear of fire and crime is constant. Plus the forest is being destroyed by illegal cutting of trees, garbage and toxins

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Bendlover
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Bendlover

I haven't felt safe hiking or biking there for years due to the aggressive homeless people out there.

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Pam
0
Pam

We need to ensure that the lands are managed for the enjoyment/needs of all peoples, not a select few

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pamcuny
0
pamcuny

I worry every year WHO is in the woods starting fires, whether deliberate or unintentional consequences…

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Jeff Sanders
0
Jeff Sanders

I live near China Hat and used to love going out the with my dog. Once weapons started be pulled on people that stopped. I want my forest back. Good riddance to the whole lot. Don't ever come back.

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Latterdaysaint
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Latterdaysaint

There needs to be more homeless shelters in the city!

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Kim Kahl
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Kim Kahl

The danger of fire starting in this area is incredibly high and impacts large subdivisions. It is mandatory to close this area for the safety of all. This should not be a place for camping to be allowed as it has been.

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