Bikeboard April 2013

bikeboard@lists.bikelover.org

17 participants
40 discussions

Rightsizing streets webinar
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

Rightsizing Streets Tuesday, April 30, 2013 @ 2:30PM - 4:00PM EDT ContextSensitiveSolutions.org is pleased to present a webinar on "Rightsizing Streets," strategies for reallocating a street’s space to better serve its full range of users. The webinar series is brought to you by FHWA, in partnership with the Project for Public Spaces, and INDUS Corporation. Rightsizing Streets will be held on Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, from 2:30 - 4:00 PM EDT. This webinar will explore how transportation agencies are rethinking their streets to better fit the surrounding context and create better communities. Rightsizing is an comprehensive process of reconfiguring streets and constrained ROWs by utilizing “outside the box” strategies like road diets and restriping techniques. Transportation officials from Seattle and Charlotte will share their expertise and experience with rightsizing: the process undertaken, the challenges overcome, and the outcomes realized. During this webinar, Project for Public Spaces will introduce how you can use their popular Rightsizing Streets Guide as a resource to initiate rightsizing in your community. Featuring Brian Baccus Dougherty, Senior Transportation Planner, Seattle Dept of Transportation Dan Gallagher, AICP, Transportation Planning Manager, Charlotte Dept of Transportation David Nelson, Transportation Associate, Project for Public Spaces Rodney Vaughn, Environmental Program Specialist, FHWA, moderator === Register Now | "Rightsizing Streets" webinar us2.campaign-archive1.com ContextSensitiveSolutions.org is pleased to present a webinar on "Rightsizing Streets," strategies f..

1 0

Fwd: Public Comment Period Open for Surgeon General's Future Call to Action on Walking
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Apr '13

03 Apr '13

Go to http://www.everybodywalk.org/takeaction and submit your comments to the Federal Register to advance walking and walkability. e.g. include sidewalks and safe crosswalks in every roadway project. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Deb Hubsmith" <Deb_Hubsmith(a)mail.vresp.com> > Date: April 3, 2013 11:14:36 AM EDT > To: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com > Subject: Public Comment Period Open for Surgeon General's Future Call to Action on Walking > Reply-To: "Deb Hubsmith" <reply-0bbd911cef-f68f769cc5-c4a4(a)u.cts.vresp.com> > > > > > > You're Invited to Give Input on the Office of the Surgeon General's > Future Call to Action on Walking > > Comment now at everybodywalk.org/takeaction > > Walking is the key to a stronger, healthier America. For families, walking to and from school and in daily life is a great way to spend time together and create healthy, active lifestyles for our kids. As the walking movement continues to gain momentum in 2013, you have the chance to help guide the national agenda around getting more people walking and building walkable communities. > > Until April 30, the US Surgeon General is looking for feedback from the public on what should be included in a future call to action around walking. Please join the Safe Routes to School National Partnership in responding! > > What You Can Do > We are calling on organizations and individuals to submit public comment to the Federal Register. You can submit any promising ideas or effective practices that you think would be work to advance walking or walkability at the national or local levels. > Go to everybodywalk.org/takeaction > Watch inspiring videos > Link to the Federal Register to submit your comments > Endorse a sign-on letter outlining key principles > Go for a walk! > Encourage your stakeholders to give input. > Forward this email and post this link on Facebook! > Just like recent calls to action and reports by the Surgeon General (breastfeeding, healthy homes and smoking), your feedback will be consolidated and combined into the proposed call to action on walking. > > More Details on the Public Comment Period > During the window of April 1-30, 2013, you have a unique opportunity to provide comment to the Federal Register on the proposed call to action on walking. Go to everybodywalk.org/takeaction, where you will able to easily access the Federal Register Notice, and submit detailed comments on the proposed call to action on walking. All input will be considered by the Office of the Surgeon General. Don't miss the chance to make your voice heard. > > The Safe Routes to School National Partnership is proud to be a partner in the Every Body Walk Collaborative. For more information about the Collaborative or the Call to Action, contact info(a)everybodywalk.org. > > Please take action today, to help tomorrow's children have safer routes, lanes and paths. > > Sincerely, > > Deb Hubsmith > Director > Safe Routes to School National Partnership > > > > > Click to view this email in a browser > > If you no longer wish to receive these emails, please reply to this message with "Unsubscribe" in the subject line or simply click on the following link: Unsubscribe > Safe Routes to School National Partnership > PO Box 2359 > Boulder, Colorado 80302 > US > Read the VerticalResponse marketing policy. > > >

1 0

Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Racks at Schools
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Apr '13

03 Apr '13

Great, Mark! I hope you win it. The root beer float ride sounds appealing. Unfortunately, I have another commitment April 11 in the afternoon. Hopefully we'll meet up soon. Frank On Apr 3, 2013, at 12:13 PM, mwthorne(a)access.k12.wv.us wrote: > Frank, THANX! I registered an afterschool ride for May 8. Also, if anyone is intereted--the South Bike club is having a ride on April 11 from 2:30 to 4:30. We will ride form the rear of the school down to the railtrail to Uffington Bridge and back to enjoy rootbeer floats. Mark > > On 04/03/13, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >> Mark, >> >> >> Sorry for late notice. Must respond by 3 pm TODAY. South can win a bike rack. See below. >> >> Frank >> >> Begin forwarded message: >> >>> From: Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com> >>> Date: April 3, 2013 10:06:33 AM EDT >>> To: Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org> >>> Cc: Bike Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> >>> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Racks at Schools >>> >>> Hi All, >>> >>> Just saw a post about a Saris Rack drawing for schools that register for Bike to School Day on May 8th. Not sure if school is still in session then but if so, could be a good opportunity for South Middle to enter the drawing and potentially win a replacement for the rack. They have to register a bike to school day event by 3pm today to enter. >>> >>> Register here: http://www.walkbiketoschool.org/ >>> >>> Can someone (Derek, Frank, Jonathan?) pass this info on to the South Middle Bike Club? Short timeframe but it's worth a shot. >>> >>> Emily >>> >>> >>> On Mon, Mar 11, 2013 at 5:38 PM, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org> wrote: >>> When Nick donated this bicycle rack last Fall, I think he was doing it on the assumption that it was required almost immediately, and that it would not be a permanent solution. Also, the PTO would work on details over time. As long as the school recognizes this is only a temporary solution until a more appropriate rack is found, I would say go for it. What I do not want to see happen is that this gets heavily publicized, and every school in the district begins installing toast racks as the standard parking solution. We are behind in just about everything in this state, let us not become behind in bicycle parking standards! >>> >>> -Jonathan >>> >>> >>> On 03/11/2013 04:25 PM, Ryan Post wrote: >>>> It looks like you could probably straddle the whole rack with a bike, and the wheel holder thingy would contact the crank arm or down tube. It's certainly not ideal, but it gets the job done. >>>> >>>> Certainly would be nice to get a nice new 'perfect' rack in there, but if it were me, I'd be upset I didn't get to ride today...65degrees!? >>>> >>>> >>>> On Mon, Mar 11, 2013 at 3:43 PM, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org> wrote: >>>> I am pretty sure everyone knows my stance about this rack. When I attended Suncrest Middle School I rode a bicycle that had thin tires so I would not have been happy with this gift from PS. >>>> >>>> However, the reason why I correlated this subject with the Sarris Corral contest at the meeting this Thursday is because this could be a possible opportunity to photograph the toast rack onsite, not that I am advocating we go this route. This is a school that has not had bicycle parking in at least 50 years, so waiting a few more months to locate an appropriate rack would not necessarily be a bad approach. Ultimately, I think this should be Matt's choice, I could arrange to have him check the rack out at Positive Spin. >>>> >>>> If he is fine with using this rack, we should make it happen. >>>> >>>> -Jonathan >>>> >>>> >>>> On 03/11/2013 12:11 PM, Jennifer Selin wrote: >>>>> I don't want to slow things up. Better to get one in place. >>>>> >>>>> The donation idea was more useful if the rack was clearly inappropriate >>>>> And we really needed a different one. >>>>> >>>>> Jenny >>>>> >>>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>>> >>>>> On Mar 11, 2013, at 12:03 PM, "Graber, Stephen" <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> I recall there's some urgency in getting a rack installed so Matt can at least ride before he leaves Suncrest MS. >>>>>> The PS rack certainly isn't ideal but could be secured to the concreted with L-brackets. Even if left unsecured it's unlikely that anyone would be able to steal even one bike chained to the rack. >>>>>> >>>>>> Let's get this rack over there and if Jenny/others can raise money for a better one, then as Emily points out the PS could be replaced- an opportunity for yet another bike recognition news item/ceremony. >>>>>> ------------------------------------------- >>>>>> >>>>>> Stephen G. Graber >>>>>> >>>>>> Biochem & Mol Pharmacology >>>>>> >>>>>> PO Box 9142, HSN-3122 >>>>>> >>>>>> West Virginia University >>>>>> >>>>>> Morgantown, WV 26506-9142 >>>>>> >>>>>> phone: 304-293-2305 >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> ------ _0 >>>>>> >>>>>> ------ _ \<,_ >>>>>> >>>>>> ---- (*)/ (*) >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> From: bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com [bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com] On Behalf Of Emily Vasile [emilyvasile(a)gmail.com] >>>>>> Sent: Monday, March 11, 2013 11:27 AM >>>>>> To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org >>>>>> Cc: Bike Board >>>>>> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Racks at Schools >>>>>> >>>>>> Hi All- >>>>>> >>>>>> My impression from the meeting on Thursday was Matt was supposed to facilitate the delivery of the Positive Spin rack to Suncrest Middle since it was his initiative to begin with. Frank was going to pass on Matt/ Jack's (his father) phone number to follow up with him. >>>>>> >>>>>> It sounds like the PS rack is available and the Suncrest principal is OK with locating the rack there so we just need Matt to take the initiative. Then, if folks want to raise funds to get a more suitable rack installed later, it can be replaced. >>>>>> >>>>>> Has anyone made headway on raising funds/ a plan for getting a different rack in place? If not, I'd suggest connecting Matt/ Jack with Damien to arrange delivery of the PS rack. >>>>>> >>>>>> Emily >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> On Sun, Mar 10, 2013 at 9:18 PM, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> wrote: >>>>>> All, >>>>>> >>>>>> Do you want me to see about getting the Positive Spin bicycle rack delivered to Suncrest Middle or should I wait to see if you get enough donations to purchase a new one? >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM >>>>>> >>>>>> AssistantCity Engineer >>>>>> >>>>>> City of Morgantown >>>>>> >>>>>> Public Works Department - Engineering Division >>>>>> >>>>>> 389 Spruce Street >>>>>> >>>>>> Morgantown, WV26505 >>>>>> >>>>>> Office: 304.284.7398 >>>>>> >>>>>> Fax: 304.284.7409 >>>>>> >>>>>> MailScanner has detected a possible fraud attempt from "console.mxlogic.com" claiming to be www.MorgantownWV.gov >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> ----- Original Message ----- >>>>>> From: Jennifer Selin <jselin(a)hotmail.com> >>>>>> To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org >>>>>> Cc: Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, Bike Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com>, Andrew Pathfinder <andrew.pathfinder(a)gmail.com> >>>>>> Sent: Fri, 08 Mar 2013 22:19:36 -0500 (EST) >>>>>> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Racks at Schools >>>>>> >>>>>> Let's select a rack we can be proud of, then ask around >>>>>> For donations, I'll kick in some and Ask some neighbors. >>>>>> Maybe ask some parents at the school to donate, put up a plaque.. >>>>>> >>>>>> How much do we need, which rack? >>>>>> >>>>>> Jenny >>>>>> >>>>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>>>> >>>>>> On Mar 8, 2013, at 9:04 AM, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> Jonathan, >>>>>> >>>>>> Could you send me a couple pictures of the bike rack at Positive Spin for South Middle. I spoke with Principal Napolillo briefly this morning about getting the rack over to the school and want is going to need to be done once it is there. He had some questions that I couldn't answer since I've never seen the rack. Thanks. >>>>>> >>>>>> J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM >>>>>> >>>>>> AssistantCity Engineer >>>>>> >>>>>> City of Morgantown >>>>>> >>>>>> Public Works Department - Engineering Division >>>>>> >>>>>> 389 Spruce Street >>>>>> >>>>>> Morgantown, WV26505 >>>>>> >>>>>> Office: 304.284.7398 >>>>>> >>>>>> Fax: 304.284.7409 >>>>>> >>>>>> MailScanner has detected a possible fraud attempt from "console.mxlogic.com" claiming to be www.MorgantownWV.gov >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> From: "Jonathan Rosenbaum" <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org> >>>>>> To: "Andrew Pathfinder" <andrew.pathfinder(a)gmail.com> >>>>>> Cc: "Bike Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> >>>>>> Sent: Thursday, March 7, 2013 11:20:04 PM >>>>>> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Racks at Schools >>>>>> >>>>>> When it comes to rack design, I >>>>>> >>>>>> advocate for the guidelines the ABPB recommends. There is a good >>>>>> >>>>>> list at >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> MailScanner has detected a possible fraud attempt from "console.mxlogic.com" claiming to be http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/engineering/parking.cfm >>>>>> >>>>>> : >>>>>> support the frame of the bicycle and not just one wheel >>>>>> >>>>>> allow the frame and one wheel to be locked to the rack when >>>>>> >>>>>> both wheels are left on the bike >>>>>> >>>>>> allow the frame and both wheels to be locked to the rack if >>>>>> >>>>>> the front wheel is removed >>>>>> >>>>>> allow the use of either a cable or U-shaped lock >>>>>> >>>>>> be securely anchored >>>>>> >>>>>> be usable by bikes with no kickstand >>>>>> >>>>>> be usable by bikes with water bottle cages >>>>>> >>>>>> be usable by a wide variety of sizes and types of bicycle >>>>>> I will soon be taking action on getting the PS rack to Suncrest >>>>>> >>>>>> Middle School. It was my Alma Mater, afterall, the one where I >>>>>> >>>>>> was not allowed to park my bicycle. Matt's victory is >>>>>> >>>>>> significant, emphasize that to Chelsea. >>>>>> >>>>>> However, I would like well designed racks to be installed >>>>>> >>>>>> because they encourage bicycle parking. Comb and toast racks >>>>>> >>>>>> really aren't suitable for a school environment. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> -Jonathan >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> On 03/07/2013 07:33 PM, Andrew Pathfinder wrote: >>>>>> Choice number one. The Graber...yes Graber Mighty Mite 6 Bike Rack. This rack retails for $110 and could be anchored to the ground using a bracket or locked to a permanent fixture. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Option number two: Dero MR 12 Rack. This rack is more substantial and would hold 12 bicycles and would be easier to bolt to the ground. Price would be $400. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> I would be interested to see if budget dollars could be used for this purpose and or would also be interested in helping put a citizen pool to get one of these racks installed at the school. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> There are other options but these two give a good idea of a basic and nicer version of the rack debate. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Thanks, >>>>>> >>>>>> Andrew >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Andrew R. Walker >>>>>> >>>>>> Pathfinder of West Virginia >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> 235 High Street >>>>>> >>>>>> Morgantown Wv 26505 >>>>>> >>>>>> (304)296-0076 >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> >>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>> >>>>>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.comMailScanner has detected a possible fraud attempt from "console.mxlogic.com" claiming to be http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>>>>> MailScanner has detected a possible fraud attempt from "console.mxlogic.com" claiming to be http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>>> >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>>>>> MailScanner has detected a possible fraud attempt from "console.mxlogic.com" claiming to be http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>>> >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>>>>> MailScanner has detected a possible fraud attempt from "console.mxlogic.com" claiming to be http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>>> >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>>>>> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>>>> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>> >>>> >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>>> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Bikeboard mailing list >>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Bikeboard mailing list >>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> >

1 0

Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Racks at Schools
by Emily Vasile 03 Apr '13

03 Apr '13

Hi All, Just saw a post about a Saris Rack drawing for schools that register for Bike to School Day on May 8th. Not sure if school is still in session then but if so, could be a good opportunity for South Middle to enter the drawing and potentially win a replacement for the rack. They have to register a bike to school day event by 3pm today<https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=591751750837216&set=a.1705444729579…>to enter. Register here: http://www.walkbiketoschool.org/ Can someone (Derek, Frank, Jonathan?) pass this info on to the South Middle Bike Club? Short timeframe but it's worth a shot. Emily On Mon, Mar 11, 2013 at 5:38 PM, Jonathan Rosenbaum < jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org> wrote: > When Nick donated this bicycle rack last Fall, I think he was doing it > on the assumption that it was required almost immediately, and that it > would not be a permanent solution. Also, the PTO would work on details > over time. As long as the school recognizes this is only a temporary > solution until a more appropriate rack is found, I would say go for it. > What I do not want to see happen is that this gets heavily publicized, and > every school in the district begins installing toast racks as the standard > parking solution. We are behind in just about everything in this state, > let us not become behind in bicycle parking standards! > > -Jonathan > > > On 03/11/2013 04:25 PM, Ryan Post wrote: > > It looks like you could probably straddle the whole rack with a bike, and > the wheel holder thingy would contact the crank arm or down tube. It's > certainly not ideal, but it gets the job done. > > Certainly would be nice to get a nice new 'perfect' rack in there, but > if it were me, I'd be upset I didn't get to ride today...65degrees!? > > > On Mon, Mar 11, 2013 at 3:43 PM, Jonathan Rosenbaum < > jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org> wrote: > >> I am pretty sure everyone knows my stance about this rack. When I >> attended Suncrest Middle School I rode a bicycle that had thin tires so I >> would not have been happy with this gift from PS. >> >> However, the reason why I correlated this subject with the Sarris Corral >> contest at the meeting this Thursday is because this could be a possible >> opportunity to photograph the toast rack onsite, not that I am advocating >> we go this route. This is a school that has not had bicycle parking in at >> least 50 years, so waiting a few more months to locate an appropriate rack >> would not necessarily be a bad approach. Ultimately, I think this should >> be Matt's choice, I could arrange to have him check the rack out at >> Positive Spin. >> >> If he is fine with using this rack, we should make it happen. >> >> -Jonathan >> >> >> On 03/11/2013 12:11 PM, Jennifer Selin wrote: >> >> I don't want to slow things up. Better to get one in place. >> >> The donation idea was more useful if the rack was clearly inappropriate >> And we really needed a different one. >> >> Jenny >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> On Mar 11, 2013, at 12:03 PM, "Graber, Stephen" <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> >> wrote: >> >> I recall there's some urgency in getting a rack installed so Matt can >> at least ride before he leaves Suncrest MS. >> The PS rack certainly isn't ideal but could be secured to the concreted >> with L-brackets. Even if left unsecured it's unlikely that anyone would be >> able to steal even one bike chained to the rack. >> >> Let's get this rack over there and if Jenny/others can raise money for a >> better one, then as Emily points out the PS could be replaced- an >> opportunity for yet another bike recognition news item/ceremony. >> >> ------------------------------------------- >> >> Stephen G. Graber >> >> Biochem & Mol Pharmacology >> >> PO Box 9142, HSN-3122 >> >> West Virginia University >> >> Morgantown, WV 26506-9142 >> >> phone: 304-293-2305 >> >> >> >> ------ _0 >> >> ------ _ \<,_ >> >> ---- (*)/ (*) >> >> ------------------------------ >> *From:* bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com [ >> bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com] On Behalf Of Emily Vasile [ >> emilyvasile(a)gmail.com] >> *Sent:* Monday, March 11, 2013 11:27 AM >> *To:* ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org >> *Cc:* Bike Board >> *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Racks at Schools >> >> Hi All- >> >> My impression from the meeting on Thursday was Matt was supposed to >> facilitate the delivery of the Positive Spin rack to Suncrest Middle since >> it was his initiative to begin with. Frank was going to pass on Matt/ >> Jack's (his father) phone number to follow up with him. >> >> It sounds like the PS rack is available and the Suncrest principal is >> OK with locating the rack there so we just need Matt to take the >> initiative. Then, if folks want to raise funds to get a more suitable rack >> installed later, it can be replaced. >> >> Has anyone made headway on raising funds/ a plan for getting a >> different rack in place? If not, I'd suggest connecting Matt/ Jack with >> Damien to arrange delivery of the PS rack. >> >> Emily >> >> >> On Sun, Mar 10, 2013 at 9:18 PM, Damien Davis < >> ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> wrote: >> >>> All, >>> >>> Do you want me to see about getting the Positive Spin bicycle rack >>> delivered to Suncrest Middle or should I wait to see if you get enough >>> donations to purchase a new one? >>> >>> >>> >>> *J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM* >>> >>> *Assistant****City** Engineer* >>> >>> **City of Morgantown >>> >>> Public Works Department - Engineering Division >>> >>> 389 Spruce Street >>> >>> Morgantown, WV26505 >>> >>> Office: 304.284.7398 >>> >>> Fax: 304.284.7409 >>> >>> www.MorgantownWV.gov<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?2ejjpsuuodK6zAQsLf9EL6M0gS01S4WC80a6u8Rc…> >>> >>> >>> ----- Original Message ----- >>> From: Jennifer Selin <jselin(a)hotmail.com> >>> To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org >>> Cc: Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, Bike Board < >>> bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com>, Andrew Pathfinder < >>> andrew.pathfinder(a)gmail.com> >>> Sent: Fri, 08 Mar 2013 22:19:36 -0500 (EST) >>> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Racks at Schools >>> >>> Let's select a rack we can be proud of, then ask around >>> For donations, I'll kick in some and Ask some neighbors. >>> Maybe ask some parents at the school to donate, put up a plaque.. >>> >>> How much do we need, which rack? >>> >>> Jenny >>> >>> Sent from my iPhone >>> >>> On Mar 8, 2013, at 9:04 AM, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >>> wrote: >>> >>> Jonathan, >>> >>> Could you send me a couple pictures of the bike rack at Positive Spin >>> for South Middle. I spoke with Principal Napolillo briefly this morning >>> about getting the rack over to the school and want is going to need to be >>> done once it is there. He had some questions that I couldn't answer since >>> I've never seen the rack. Thanks. >>> >>> *J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM* >>> >>> *Assistant****City** Engineer* >>> >>> **City of Morgantown >>> >>> Public Works Department - Engineering Division >>> >>> 389 Spruce Street >>> >>> Morgantown, WV26505 >>> >>> Office: 304.284.7398 >>> >>> Fax: 304.284.7409 >>> >>> www.MorgantownWV.gov<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?zAQSn7DC3rxEVd7bPOqbNI04dw0txeFy02xDydj9…> >>> >>> ------------------------------ >>> *From: *"Jonathan Rosenbaum" <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org> >>> *To: *"Andrew Pathfinder" <andrew.pathfinder(a)gmail.com> >>> *Cc: *"Bike Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> >>> *Sent: *Thursday, March 7, 2013 11:20:04 PM >>> *Subject: *Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Racks at Schools >>> >>> When it comes to rack design, I >>> >>> advocate for the guidelines the ABPB recommends. There is a good >>> >>> list at >>> >>> >>> >>> http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/engineering/parking.cfm<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?zAQSn7DC3rxEVd7bPOqbNI04gBoJo-k2cEeRU03D…> >>> >>> : >>> >>> - support the frame of the bicycle and not just one wheel >>> >>> - allow the frame and one wheel to be locked to the rack when >>> >>> both wheels are left on the bike >>> >>> - allow the frame and both wheels to be locked to the rack if >>> >>> the front wheel is removed >>> >>> - allow the use of either a cable or U-shaped lock >>> >>> - be securely anchored >>> >>> - be usable by bikes with no kickstand >>> >>> - be usable by bikes with water bottle cages >>> >>> - be usable by a wide variety of sizes and types of bicycle >>> >>> I will soon be taking action on getting the PS rack to Suncrest >>> >>> Middle School. It was my Alma Mater, afterall, the one where I >>> >>> was not allowed to park my bicycle. Matt's victory is >>> >>> significant, emphasize that to Chelsea. >>> >>> However, I would like well designed racks to be installed >>> >>> because they encourage bicycle parking. Comb and toast racks >>> >>> really aren't suitable for a school environment. >>> >>> >>> -Jonathan >>> >>> >>> >>> On 03/07/2013 07:33 PM, Andrew Pathfinder wrote: >>> >>> Choice number one. The Graber...yes Graber Mighty Mite 6 Bike Rack. This rack retails for $110 and could be anchored to the ground using a bracket or locked to a permanent fixture. >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Option number two: Dero MR 12 Rack. This rack is more substantial and would hold 12 bicycles and would be easier to bolt to the ground. Price would be $400. >>> >>> >>> >>> I would be interested to see if budget dollars could be used for this purpose and or would also be interested in helping put a citizen pool to get one of these racks installed at the school. >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> There are other options but these two give a good idea of a basic and nicer version of the rack debate. >>> >>> >>> >>> Thanks, >>> >>> Andrew >>> >>> >>> >>> Andrew R. Walker >>> >>> Pathfinder of West Virginia >>> >>> >>> 235 High Street >>> >>> Morgantown Wv 26505 >>> (304)296-0076 >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Bikeboard mailing list >>> Bikeboard@bikemorgantown.comhttp://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard <https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?8VddBNVVwSUqejhOYYCyYr01C3aWN_P-AU_YWs01…> >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Bikeboard mailing list >>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?2ejjpsuuodK6zAQsLf9EL6M0pwOKIvY_Fef_eD00…> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Bikeboard mailing list >>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?4sCCOUYYMrsd79EVuujhudw0P1Bto_V_isv-te00…> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Bikeboard mailing list >>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?2ejjpsuuodK6zAQsLf9EL6M0pwOKIvY_Fef_eD00…> >>> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing listBikeboard@bikemorgantown.comhttp://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com > http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

4 3

April Bike Board Meeting
by Gunnar Shogren 02 Apr '13

02 Apr '13

No joke. But before we start planning the meeting I'd like to find out how many folks are planning on NOT being at the meeting because of attending the BANFF Film Festival and Circus Show. Thanks for a reply at your very earliest.

5 6

Re: [Bikeboard] HB3021
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Apr '13

02 Apr '13

Kasey, Looking ahead assuming HB 3021 passes the House, if we can't get the senate to repeal 17C-11-5 (a) (Far to the Right), perhaps we can get them to amend it to add the exceptions that are in the Uniform Vehicle Code Section 11-1205. Position on roadway and that 33 states have included approximately in their FTR rule. (See pp. 8-25 of WV Connecting Communities Legislative Agenda: Proposed Bicycle Legislation Changes.) If the senate will not repeal 17C-11-5 (a), a recommended fall back position could be to replace the current 17C-11-5 (a) with the following: Any person operating a bicycle upon a roadway at less than the normal speed of traffic at the time and place and under the condition then existing shall ride as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway except under any of the following situations: 1. When overtaking and passing another bicycle or vehicle proceeding in the same direction. 2. When preparing for a left turn at an intersection or into a private road or driveway. 3. When reasonably necessary to avoid conditions including but not limited to: fixed or moving objects; parked or moving vehicles; bicycles; pedestrians; animals; surface hazards; or sub-standard width lanes that make it unsafe to continue along the right-hand curb or edge. For purposes of this section, a “sub-standard width lane” is a lane that is too narrow for a bicycle and a motor vehicle to travel safely side by side within the lane. 4. When riding in the right-turn-only lane. Such an amendment could mitigate most of the risks (see attached talking points) to which the current FTR language subjects bicyclists. Please feel free to open this up to our complete distribution list. I didn't do so because I didn't want to create confusion if you and/or Gary don't think this recommendation makes sense. Frank On Apr 2, 2013, at 5:56 PM, Kasey wrote: > My contacts in the House are telling me that. I will ask Gary to send you his thoughts. There was debate in the two committee meetings and Gary did take some notes. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Apr 2, 2013, at 5:30 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Kasey, >> >> I don't want to make work for you but how can I learn what is the "major opposition" to the repealing the Far to the Right section? Is the discussion recorded somewhere that I could read or listen to? >> >> Frank >> >> On Apr 2, 2013, at 3:58 PM, Kasey Russell wrote: >> >>> Hello WV Connecting Communities Members and a few others -- Gary Zuckett has let me know that our Bike Bill as it is being called is on third reading on the House of Delegates floor tomorrow. As of now, HB3021 has a four-foot passing requirement for motorists and repeals the mandatory bike path language. The far to the right repeal that we want in the bill was not amended back in and faces major opposition. Again, I am very happy with the dialogue this bill has created regarding cycling in our state. And, not just for recreation but a dialogue about biking to work, school, and errands. >>> The bill is expected to pass the House but it is always nice for your Delegates to hear from their constituents. If you have a minute or two and feel comfortable calling your Delegate, now is the time to do so :). >>> I will keep you posted on what happens tomorrow and the plan for the Senate. >>> If any of you have a Complete Streets update, please let me know. I know Gary was hoping to help get this on the Transportation committee agenda in the House but not sure the status. >>> Thanks everyone, kasey >>> <TalkingPointsHB3021_KR_2.docx> >>

1 0

Fwd: HB3021
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Apr '13

02 Apr '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: April 2, 2013, 3:58:21 PM EDT > To: Andrea Salina <andreathompson31(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Charles Holley <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Dennis A Strawn <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, Don Spencer <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, Emily Vasile <Emily.Vasile(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Gail Pitchford <gail.pitchford(a)camc.org>, Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcag.org>, Greg Garrett <gagarrett(a)gmail.com>, Jeffrey Lusk <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>, John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, Michael Loughney <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>, Patricia Clay <patricia.clay(a)southernwv.edu>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, Stacy Bisker <selaineb(a)gmail.com>, Steve Fowler <smf(a)pffwv.com>, Ted Armbrecht <eca3(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, Tom Heywood <theywood(a)bowlesrice.com>, Tom Wood <twood84(a)gmail.com> > Cc: Tom Lane <tlane(a)bowlesrice.com>, Susie K Salisbury <Susiesalis(a)aol.com>, Rod Watkins <rodwatkins(a)suddenlink.net>, Jodi Urbanic <jodimcmillian(a)gmail.com> > Subject: HB3021 > > Hello WV Connecting Communities Members and a few others -- Gary Zuckett has let me know that our Bike Bill as it is being called is on third reading on the House of Delegates floor tomorrow. As of now, HB3021 has a four-foot passing requirement for motorists and repeals the mandatory bike path language. The far to the right repeal that we want in the bill was not amended back in and faces major opposition. Again, I am very happy with the dialogue this bill has created regarding cycling in our state. And, not just for recreation but a dialogue about biking to work, school, and errands. > The bill is expected to pass the House but it is always nice for your Delegates to hear from their constituents. If you have a minute or two and feel comfortable calling your Delegate, now is the time to do so :). > I will keep you posted on what happens tomorrow and the plan for the Senate. > If any of you have a Complete Streets update, please let me know. I know Gary was hoping to help get this on the Transportation committee agenda in the House but not sure the status. > Thanks everyone, kasey

1 0

TripAdvisor - Morgantown, WV site...
by Derek Springston 02 Apr '13

02 Apr '13

Hey guys, Just saw the news that TripAdvisor now has a Morgantown, WV site through a partnership with the Greater Morgantown Convention and Visitors Bureau. If they don't have any cycling info there, we should add this to our agenda on Thursday. When I'm out of work, I'll take a look around the site and get back with you. http://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g59335-Morgantown_West_Virginia-Vacation… ~Derek -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* *“Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells*

1 0

Re: [Bikeboard] New Bike Rack
by Chip Wamsley 01 Apr '13

01 Apr '13

the list of what wrong with that school and the planning of its construction just keeps getting longer! -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 4/1/2013 3:45:32 PM To: "Bike Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: [Bikeboard] New Bike Rack Bike rake at the new school on the Mileground. > >> >> _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

1 0

New Bike Rack
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Apr '13

01 Apr '13

Bike rake at the new school on the Mileground. > >> >>

1 0

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

2014

2013

2012

2011

2010

2009

2008

2007

2006

Bikeboard April 2013