Bikeboard May 2016

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FW: PC Workshop Announcement
by John Whitmore 26 May '16

26 May '16

Good morning, Please find the attached Planning Commission Workshop announcement. There may be some members of the public at the Bike Board meeting as a result of this workshop. The format of the workshop is for discussion of Bicycle Storage text amendments to the Planning and Zoning Code. Can't wait to see everyone next week! John Whitmore From: Stacy Hollar Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2016 11:07 AM To: John Whitmore <jwhitmore(a)morgantownwv.gov> Subject: PC Workshop Announcement Attached is the PC announcement Stacy Hollar Executive Secretary Development Services Department 304-284-7431

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Special Meeting Next Week: Draft June Agenda
by Drew Gatlin 25 May '16

25 May '16

Hello all, Please see the attached draft agenda for our meeting on June 2nd. If you have any comments or changes please send them to me before tomorrow evening. As you've probably seen, we will be hosting a workshop with the planning commission regarding the proposed, updated bicycle parking ordinance for the first hour of our meeting. Please attend! As for the rest of our meeting -- if you have any ripe bananas you plan to peel please do so as a "reply all" to this email chain given our expected time crunch. We'll attempt to begin processing them outside of the meeting. Best, Drew

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FW: PC Workshop with Bike Board
by John Whitmore 25 May '16

25 May '16

This email is being forwarded to the Bicycle Board regarding the Bicycle Storage workshop. Thanks! John Whitmore From: Chris Fletcher Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2016 3:33 PM To: bkpetros(a)yahoo.com; Charles McEwuen <info(a)tannersalleyleather.com>; clutterina(a)hotmail.com; morgantowncellar(a)yahoo.com; Peter DeMasters - Morgantown Planning Commission, Ward 6 (PDeMasters(a)flahertylegal.com) <PDeMasters(a)flahertylegal.com>; samdee2(a)frontier.com; tstranko(a)mub.org; William Kawecki (C.C. Ward 2) <wkawecki(a)morgantownwv.gov>; williameblosser(a)gmail.com Cc: John Whitmore <jwhitmore(a)morgantownwv.gov>; Stacy Hollar <shollar(a)morgantownwv.gov> Subject: PC Workshop with Bike Board Importance: High PCers: Good afternoon. Following on the discussion during the 12 MAY PC meeting, and on behalf of President DeMasters, we have scheduled a workshop for the Planning Commission with the Bike Board for: THU, 02 JUN 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the Training Room of the Public Safety Building This date/time/location was selected, in part, on venue availability and the fact the Bike Board is already scheduled to meet that evening. We will include this workshop in the legal notice for the month of June that will be published in the Dominion Post next week. We will also send you additional information next week in case PCers did not retain copies of related materials provided in the May meeting packet. Please make every effort to attend this workshop so the matter can be fully explored and acted upon during the PC's June meeting. Respectfully, Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP Director of Development Services City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 T: 304-284-7431 [City of Morgantown, WV official website]

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Bicycle Storage Workshop
by John Whitmore 19 May '16

19 May '16

Good morning, I thank everyone who participated in the doodle poll to determine a good time to hold the Bicycle Storage workshop. After discussing the schedule of the workshop, the timing of City Council and Planning Commission meetings and room availability, a more tenable time for the workshop would be during the Bicycle Board meeting. The workshop will occur at 6:40 P.M. on Thursday, June 2, 1016 in the training room at the Public Safety Building. What does this mean? Please come to the regularly scheduled Bicycle Board Meeting, because planning commissioners will be there to discuss bicycle storage and I'm bringing a cake. Thanks! John Whitmore, AICP Planner III [City of Morgantown, WV official website] City of Morgantown, West Virginia 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 E: jwhitmore(a)morgantownwv.gov<mailto:jwhitmore@morgantownwv.gov> P: 304-284-7431 www.morgantownwv.gov

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Bike to Work Day & Bike Rodeo this Friday and Sunday
by Brian Ricketts 18 May '16

18 May '16

Hello everyone, I want to update you on the events this Friday and Sunday but before I do, *we need more VOLUNTEERS for Sunday. Please let me know if you can help. * *Bike to work Day, Friday, May 20th* - 8-8:30am Ruby McQuain Park - Volunteers: Chip, Drew, Christina, Christiaan and Bridget - Rich from The Grind will be there between 7:30 - 8am to deliver coffee and snacks/baked goods. - We have certificates from: Wamsley Cycles, Pathfinder, and Morgantown Brewing Company (MBC). MBC will also be giving everyone who comes in that rides there bike (must show helmet) a 15% discount on their bill on the 20th. - We need to supply: table, raffle tickets, Gift Certificates (Chip) - 5-5:15pm Ruby McQuain Park - Volunteers: Drew, Chip, Bridget - Can choose to leave a few raffle prizes for the evening. - Riding to get beers and dinner. *Bike Rodeo, Sunday May 22* - South Middle School parking lot - 1-4pm - Volunteers: Chip, Drew, Jonathan R & 2-4 volunteers from Positive Spin - Positive Spin is donating 2 bikes for the day - 3 stations: Safety (Morgantown Police - Maintenance (Chip) - Skills (Drew) - Needs: *MORE VOLUNTEERS, *table, cones for skills clinic. Once again, please let me know if you can volunteer for Sunday and if you have any questions. Thank you, Brian

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2016 Bicycle Storage Plan Workshop
by John Whitmore 17 May '16

17 May '16

Good morning, As has been discussed on this forum, the Planning Commission has tabled the bicycle storage zoning text amendment and has requested a workshop to explore the topic in more detail. At the meeting, the commissioners had concerns regarding the need for infrastructure given current rack use (or non-use in their individual opinions), need for storage infrastructure prior to lane infrastructure, and cost to developers. These concerns are all valid, and more importantly, are not unique to this type of request. For some reason bicycle lanes and racks are often perceived as being empty (even if they aren't), instead of being envisioned as means to create a mode of mobility. The President of the Planning Commission noted that more information would provide for a better recommendation to City Council, and this information is going to have to come from members of the cycling community and the bicycle board. A workshop is being prepared to involve a roundtable discussion on the bicycle storage text amendments and infrastructure in general. I will be compiling data on use and economic impacts of cycling and bicycle storage in general, and will provide a brief presentation to kick-off the conversation. Once I have a draft completed, I will share it with the board. It will be necessary for members of the Bicycle Board to attend this workshop and provide the commissioners with personal testimony on the need for this zoning text amendment, and bicycle infrastructure in general. The commission's concerns can and will be mitigated after this meeting. Additionally, the June 1st Traffic Commission meeting will also require some level of bicycle board participation, as there will be a conversation regarding the storage requirement, albeit in a different format more closely tied to transportation. Please complete this doodle poll to ensure we have adequate attendance at the Planning Commission Workshop: http://doodle.com/poll/qeep8md6fpxeswzq The dates with Bicycle Board representation will then be passed to the most Planning Commissioners so we can establish attendance, and if a change in venue is needed due to any conflicts, we will move the meeting to another location. We will have to do advertising and the meeting will be open to the public so anyone will be able to attend and participate. Do not be discouraged by the outcome of the May meetings. We are still on track for this amendment to be completed this summer. Thank you, John Whitmore, AICP Planner III [City of Morgantown, WV official website] City of Morgantown, West Virginia 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 E: jwhitmore(a)morgantownwv.gov<mailto:jwhitmore@morgantownwv.gov> P: 304-284-7431 www.morgantownwv.gov

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Re: [Bikeboard] Update for 2016 Bicycle Storage Plan
by Chip Wamsley 16 May '16

16 May '16

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n the traffic commission cancels meetings for lack of getting minutes and agendas out, and no advance emails to see who is coming Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Jonathan Rosenbaum" jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org Sent: 5/13/2016 12:50:34 AM To: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Update for 2016 Bicycle Storage Plan Let me rehash the original paragraph below because I wrote it too fast: The Planning Commission has tabled consideration of the Bicycle Storage Plan in favor of a workshop to better educate themselves. Another factor in making this decision was that the Traffic Commission was going to hear the proposed ordinance first, but as we know from practical experience, the TC almost always cancels meetings due to lack of quorum. That's better. -Jonathan On 05/12/2016 09:48 PM, Jonathan Rosenbaum wrote: The Planning Commission has tabled consideration of the Bicycle Storage Plan in favor of a workshop to better education themselves. Another factor in making this decision was that the Traffic Committee was going to hear the proposed ordinance first, but as we know from practical experience, the TC always cancels meeting due to lack of quorum. -Jonathan _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Volunteers for Bike to Work Day and Bike Rode
by Brian Ricketts 15 May '16

15 May '16

Hello Everyone, Hope you all are getting out and biking despite all the rain. I am looking for volunteers to help with the following. 1. To distribute flyers to the elementary and middle schools in town. I should have flyers by tomorrow and will need help distributing them. (I have approval from the school board to distribute the flyers) 2. Bike To Work, Friday, May 20th (volunteers to lead rides and help set up) 8am to 8:30am Needed to set up, do raffle and lead rides. So far I have Chip and possibly Drew. We would like to have a little more representation if possible. 5:15 - 5:30pm Volunteers needed to meet up, possibly more raffles and head out to local restaurants. Chip and Drew both are possible but would like to have more representation. 3. Bike Rodeo, Sunday, May 22nd South Middle School 1-4pm We need volunteers to: -Help with registration (2 people) -Help with skills clinic - To be there to help manage kids etc. So far we have Chip, Johnathan R., and possibly Drew that will be there. We need a few more probably 4-5 to help. Please let me know if you can volunteer for any of these events. Thank you, Brian

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Update for 2016 Bicycle Storage Plan
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 13 May '16

13 May '16

The Planning Commission has tabled consideration of the Bicycle Storage Plan in favor of a workshop to better education themselves. Another factor in making this decision was that the Traffic Committee was going to hear the proposed ordinance first, but as we know from practical experience, the TC always cancels meeting due to lack of quorum. -Jonathan

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Miles for Smiles - Race Across Oregon
by Christiaan Abildso 11 May '16

11 May '16

Friends -Sorry for cross-postings but would like to share a request from a friend in the School of Public Health, Adam Baus. He is tackling the Race Across Oregon in July - 48-hours, 522 miles - to raise money for Health Right to help provide dental care for our low-income individuals. Below, in Adam’s words, is how come he’s chosen to undertake this challenge. The Race Across Oregon is an opportunity for me to challenge myself, to connect with myself on some deeper level, and ideally grow in the process. However, I decided to make this Race about our community as well by raising money to help Milan Puskar Health Right provide dental care to low-income uninsured adults in North Central WV. Health Right has been providing vital medical care for 32 years. Just last year, budget cuts occurred making it more difficult to provide patients with the care they need, especially dental care. All funds raised go directly to Milan Puskar Health Right to provide dental care, oral health education and dental care supplies for low-income residents in our community. Please join in the Miles for Smiles Race Across Oregon to raise funds for adult dental care. Miles for Smiles | | | | | | | | | | | Miles for Smiles On July 16, 2016, I'm cycling in the Race Across Oregon. It's a 48-hour race spanning 522 miles. The Rac... | | | | ThanksChristiaan "When the spirits are low, when the day appears dark, when work becomes monotonous, when hope hardly seems worth having, just mount a bicycle and go out for a spin down the road, without thought on anything but the ride you are taking.” -Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

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May meeting draft minutes, upcoming events & volunteer opportunities
by Christina Hunt 11 May '16

11 May '16

Hi all, please see the attached draft minutes from our May meeting last week, and the prioritized list of projects to work on before the August Bicycle Friendly Community application deadline. Please let me know if you have any changes or questions. *Mark Your Calendars* *Friday, May 20* Bike to Work Day and Bike From Work Extravaganza! - ~8:00am: meet at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park for free coffee, treats and raffle prizes. - ~8:30am: ride toward Star City, go your own way to work - ~5:15pm : meet back at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park for more prizes! - ~5:30-5:45pm: head to a local place to eat, drink and hang out See more information about May 20 events on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BikeMorgantown/events <https://www.facebook.com/BikeMorgantown/events> *Saturday, May 21* Playworks Yes We Can Ability Ride, 12:30pm Meet at Star City rail trail. Ride starts at 1:00pm. For more information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1731859903702748/ <https://www.facebook.com/events/1731859903702748/> *Sunday, May 22* Bike Rodeo at South Middle School, 1:00-4:00pm The Bike Board is organizing the bike rodeo for elementary to middle school age kids. We will have bike checks, a skills test ride, and a bike giveaway from Positive Spin. For more information: https://www.facebook.com/events/239421543085517/ <https://www.facebook.com/events/239421543085517/> *Volunteer! * Bike Month events: Bike to Work Day, Bike From Work Extravaganza, and the Bike Rodeo! Contact Brian Ricketts at ricketts34wafa(a)gmail.com to see how you can help. Yes We Can Ability Ride, May 21 - we need BB volunteers to show up and hand out flyers for the bike rodeo, and maybe pass out bike usage surveys too. Email me if you want to participate. July 4th parade - we're looking for brave volunteers to ride with Morgantown area kids as they open the 4th of July parade! The parade opens with a kids' ride down High Street, we're looking for additional volunteers to serve as ride escorts. Meet at the top of High Street at 4:00pm on July 4th. Parents will also be present. Email me if interested. If you haven't already, please "like" our Facebook page, and invite friends to our Bike Month events: https://www.facebook.com/BikeMorgantown/ Thanks! Happy Bike Month!

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Playworks Yes We Can Ability Ride
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 06 May '16

06 May '16

Here is the Facebook group page for the first annual Playworks "Yes We Can Ability Ride" on May 21: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1763753297190389/ -Jonathan

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Role call for Meeting tonight - potential conflicts
by Drew Gatlin 05 May '16

05 May '16

Hello all! I'm excited for our meeting - and we definitely have a full agenda (as per usual!). However, we have two presidential candidates visiting our state holding last-minute rallies at the same time our meeting is scheduled tonight. The fervor surrounding the national elections leads me to believe that a number of folks may want to attend those rallies. We've been doing well to keep quorum for voting in the past meetings - will we have quorum tonight? Or are you planning to attend one of these rallies? No pressure either way - I'm just hoping to get my finger on the pulse. Thanks!Drew

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Re: [Bikeboard] Role call for Meeting tonight - potential conflicts
by Chip Wamsley 05 May '16

05 May '16

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nI'll be there Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin" johngatlin(a)gmail.com Sent: 5/5/2016 10:15:34 AM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Role call for Meeting tonight - potential conflicts Hello all! I'm excited for our meeting - and we definitely have a full agenda (as per usual!). However, we have two presidential candidates visiting our state holding last-minute rallies at the same time our meeting is scheduled tonight. The fervor surrounding the national elections leads me to believe that a number of folks may want to attend those rallies. We've been doing well to keep quorum for voting in the past meetings - will we have quorum tonight? Or are you planning to attend one of these rallies? No pressure either way - I'm just hoping to get my finger on the pulse. Thanks! Drew

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Reminder: Bike Board Meeting - Thursday, May 5 @ 6:30pm - that's tomorrow!
by Christina Hunt 04 May '16

04 May '16

Minutes from the April meeting and tomorrow's proposed agenda are attached. For some good pictures from Bike to School Day this morning, visit our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BikeMorgantown/ Thanks to Brian for the photos and Christiaan for organizing. See you tomorrow!

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Any "extra" bike racks?
by Christiaan Abildso 04 May '16

04 May '16

We could use a bike rack at Mountainview Elementary. A couple of teachers are trying to get one...are there any "lying around"?Thanks!Christiaan "When the spirits are low, when the day appears dark, when work becomes monotonous, when hope hardly seems worth having, just mount a bicycle and go out for a spin down the road, without thought on anything but the ride you are taking.” -Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

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2016 Bike Month
by John Whitmore 03 May '16

03 May '16

Bike Month press release in the Dominion Post with a great image, Page 3-A. John Whitmore, AICP Planner III City of Morgantown, West Virginia 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 E: jwhitmore(a)morgantownwv.gov P: 304-284-7431 www.morgantownwv.gov

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Join Positive Spins Search Committee
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 02 May '16

02 May '16

At our last Bicycle Board Meeting I brought up the issue that Positive Spin is in the process of finding a new location, and to help facilitate this process we are organizing a formal search committee. The Bicycle Board was instrumental in keeping Positive Spin open when it fell into dire trouble in 2012-13 and was about to be liquidated. A few people have already by their own initiative performed preliminary research and suggested creative solutions. What we want to do now is to collate everyone's ideas so that all possibilities can be carefully explored. After which we will potentially sign a lease with the best property or embark on negotiations, partnerships and/or fundraisers to realize to best solution. If you are interested in committing a little of your time to the objective of helping Positive Spin find a new location, please email me back. There will be infrequent meetings, some in person, and others that can be accomplished by teleconference. Looking forward to your help in any capacity, Jonathan Chair of Positive Spin

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