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Vote to Help Black Bear win a Saris rack today!
by Derek Springston 30 Mar '13

30 Mar '13

Follow the address below to help Black Bear win a bike rack for their Evansdale location. We need votes by midnight tonight. You'll need to visit the site below, login with your Facebook account using the button at the top of the page. Then you must 'Like' the contest page, and finally VOTE! From there, please share on your Facebook page. Thanks, Derek http://a.pgtb.me/9DkkTF?app_data=entry_id%3D21286868 "Let deeds, not words, be your adorning." -Abdu'l-Baha "Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair fire the future of the human race." -H.G. Wells

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Fwd: April Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Mar '13

29 Mar '13

Anything to put before the Traffic Commission next week? Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: March 28, 2013 9:38:21 PM EDT > To: lisa k mardis <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com>, normawyant(a)comcast.net, Susan Sullivan <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Julie.Thalman(a)mail.wvu.edu, Bethany Sypolt <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Linda Little <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, William Wyant <wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org, wes(a)wnugent.com, Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, j4im3s(a)gmail.com, mckain david <david.mckain(a)gmail.com>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Gmeindl Frank <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Margaret Roberts <Margaretormike(a)aol.com>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: April Traffic Commission Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Please send me any items you would like to put on the agenda for next week's meeting. > > 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 > > www.MorgantownWV.gov >

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Fwd: HB 3021
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Mar '13

29 Mar '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Barbara Fleischauer <friendsofbarbara(a)gmail.com> > Date: March 29, 2013 10:47:29 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: HB 3021 > > Tried to amend out, failed > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Mar 29, 2013, at 7:47 AM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Barbara, >> >> Please repeal 17C-11-5 (a) that requires bicyclists to ride as far to the right as practicable. >> >> Today, the Judiciary Committee will consider HB 3021. As introduced, HB 3021 repealed 17C-11-5 (a). The Transportation and Roads Committee amended HB 3021 and reinstated 17C-11-5 (a). >> >> I've attached a one-page summary of the dangers that riding far to the right as required by 17C-11-5 (a) present to bicyclists. Basically, when cyclists ride too far right on narrow roads, motorists pass dangerously close; intrude into the on-coming lane when there is on-coming traffic; make right turns into cyclists at driveways and intersections; run into cyclists from behind when the cyclists turn left from the right side of the lane; turn left into on-coming cyclists that they don't see because they are screened by overtaking traffic and broken pavement, potholes, broken glass, debris and other hazards that are prevalent at the edge of the road cause bicyclists to crash. >> >> The one-minute animation at http://commuteorlando.com/ontheroad/animations/narrowlane/narrowlane.html shows what happens when a cyclist rides too far right in narrow lanes. >> >> I've also attached a detailed analysis that shows how 17C-11-5 (a) contradicts and confounds other laws. A fundamental issue underlying this and other such laws that discriminate against bicyclists is equal rights and justice for bicyclists, motorists and other road users. >> >> I will call you to discuss this issue. If you would like to call me, my number is 304-376-0446. >> >> Thanks for your continued support of bicyclists! >> >> >> >> >> >> >> Frank D. Gmeindl >> League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructor #1703 >> 491 Wilson Avenue >> Morgantown, WV 26501 >> 304-376-0446 >> Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles >> >> >> >> >> <mime-attachment> >> <mime-attachment> >> <OnePageSummaryFTR.docx> >> <DetailedAnalysisFTR.docx>

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IT'S TIME TO VOTE!!
by Emily Vasile 29 Mar '13

29 Mar '13

Hey Ya'll! Vote by midnight by going here: http://on.fb.me/XMdxrG ! You'll need to log into your Facebook account to like the competition page and vote. Once you vote, share with your friends. We need over 176 (currently in the lead) to be entered into the final round. Thanks for everyone who came out this morning! Emily On Thu, Mar 28, 2013 at 9:59 AM, Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com>wrote: > Hey guys, > Here's the plan! After looking at the Doodle poll, most folks are > available on *Friday from 10am-11am for the photo shoot at the Black Bear > - Evansdale*. Try to be prompt as the managers at Black Bear will need > to focus on their lunch rush hour as early as possible. > > If possible, arrive on a *bike or bring bikes and wear cycling or > commuting-style clothing*. If you can't ride there, please try to bring > a bike or two in your car. If you can bring bikes, we still need you! > > After we take the photo on Friday, Emily or I will upload to the Saris > Facebook page ASAP, and we'll *all need to be responsible for pushing our > friends/acquaintances for votes through Social Media, etc before the end of > the day Friday*. > > Our photo will get uploaded here: > https://www.facebook.com/SarisCycleRacks?v=app_212049048919872&app_data=gaR… > > I'll put that link over on these Google groups: Mon Bike Club, WVMBA, WVU > Cycling, or other pages you guys recommend. > I'm also going to try to make a flyer for the Black Bear folks to hang up > tomorrow to drive votes. As of today, the highest voted photo has 139 > votes. I feel confident if we work hard, we can get that many in a day. > Let's give it a shot and hope our time is worth it! Not sure about you, > but I'd feel great getting yet another nice bike rack placed in our town at > one of our favorite restaurants! > > If you have any questions, call me at 304-290-7727. > > Thanks, > ~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* > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com > http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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HB3021 passes House Judiciary Committee!
by Gary Zuckett 29 Mar '13

29 Mar '13

Our bill just passed out of committee! The 4 foot passing distance was reinstated but attempts to put “far to right” were unsuccessful. The bill now goes to be reported out of committee on the floor of the full House and up for passage by wed next week. Our efforts now need to focus on the full house! Gary Zuckett From: Kasey [mailto:russell.kasey@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, March 29, 2013 7:57 AM To: Christiaan Abildso Cc: Frank Gmeindl; Gary Zuckett; Dennis A Strawn; Charles Holley; Craig Slaughter; Ted Armbrecht; Michael Loughney; Tom Wood; Rahul Gupta; Jeffrey Lusk; Greg Garrett; Christiaan Abildso; Steve Fowler; Andrea Salina; Patricia Clay; John Manchester; Stacy Bisker; Gail Pitchford; Patrick Donovan; Emily Vasile; Andrea Salina; Tom Heywood; Bike Board Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] HB3021 passes Transportation Committee! Great job you all! The bike bill is on the judiciary committee agenda today! Frank's email to delegate fleischaeur is right on point. Kasey Sent from my iPhone On Mar 28, 2013, at 10:45 AM, Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> wrote: Does this amendment to the bill to reinstate the "as far right" language mean we should NOT contact the legislators? Or, can the bill be amended again to remove the as far right language? Christiaan From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> To: Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcag.org> Cc: 'Dennis A Strawn' <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>; 'Charles Holley' <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>; 'Kasey Russell' <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com>; 'Craig Slaughter' <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>; 'Ted Armbrecht' <eca3(a)suddenlinkmail.com>; 'Michael Loughney' <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>; 'Tom Wood' <twood84(a)gmail.com>; 'Rahul Gupta' <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>; 'Jeffrey Lusk' <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>; 'Greg Garrett' <gagarrett(a)gmail.com>; 'Christiaan Abildso' <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>; 'Steve Fowler' <smf(a)pffwv.com>; 'Andrea Salina' <andreathompson31(a)gmail.com>; 'Patricia Clay' <patricia.clay(a)southernwv.edu>; 'John Manchester' <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>; 'Stacy Bisker' <selaineb(a)gmail.com>; 'Gail Pitchford' <gail.pitchford(a)camc.org>; 'Patrick Donovan' <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>; 'Emily Vasile' <Emily.Vasile(a)mail.wvu.edu>; 'Andrea Salina' <a.salina(a)wvhub.org>; 'Tom Heywood' <theywood(a)bowlesrice.com>; 'Bike Board' <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Sent: Thursday, March 28, 2013 9:24 AM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] HB3021 passes Transportation Committee! Gary, Thanks for your guidance to the Com. Amendments. "This is part of the danger of opening the code to make things better – sometimes it can make things worse!" is one reason I resisted us pursuing legislation without first educating all relevant key stakeholders. The fact that the very sponsors of the bill moved to amend it to reinstate the requirement that cyclists ride far to the right displays that they may not understand the dangers to cyclists of such a law. It also displays that they may not believe that cyclists have the same rights to the road as motorists but rather that bicyclists should get out of the way. Frank On Mar 28, 2013, at 9:01 AM, Gary Zuckett wrote: This is part of the danger of opening the code to make things better – sometimes it can make things worse! _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] HB 3021
by Kasey 29 Mar '13

29 Mar '13

Our bill passed out of judiciary committee. Back to 4 foot passing requirement but attempt to add repeal of far to right failed. Great work Gary Zuckett! Yes, more to be done but again the dialogue and awareness/visibility of cycling issues has been incredible. Thanks to all of you for making calls and sending emails. On to the Senate! Sent from my iPhone On Mar 29, 2013, at 9:25 AM, "Steve Fowler" <SMF(a)pffwv.com> wrote: > That is a tremendously helpful animation. It would be nice to have a chance to show that to a naysayer. > > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] > Sent: Friday, March 29, 2013 7:44 AM > To: barbaraf(a)wvhouse.gov > Cc: Gary Zuckett; Bike Board; Tom Heywood; Gail Pitchford; Charles Holley; Andrea Salina; Greg Garrett; Kasey Russell; Stacy Bisker; Tom Wood; Dennis A Strawn; John Manchester; Christiaan Abildso; Emily Vasile; Patrick Donovan; Steve Fowler; Patricia Clay; Ted Armbrecht; Michael Loughney; Jeffrey Lusk; Rahul Gupta; Andrea Salina; Craig Slaughter > Subject: HB 3021 > > Barbara, > > Please repeal 17C-11-5 (a) that requires bicyclists to ride as far to the right as practicable. > > Today, the Judiciary Committee will consider HB 3021. As introduced, HB 3021 repealed 17C-11-5 (a). The Transportation and Roads Committee amended HB 3021 and reinstated 17C-11-5 (a). > > I've attached a one-page summary of the dangers that riding far to the right as required by 17C-11-5 (a) present to bicyclists. Basically, when cyclists ride too far right on narrow roads, motorists pass dangerously close; intrude into the on-coming lane when there is on-coming traffic; make right turns into cyclists at driveways and intersections; run into cyclists from behind when the cyclists turn left from the right side of the lane; turn left into on-coming cyclists that they don't see because they are screened by overtaking traffic and broken pavement, potholes, broken glass, debris and other hazards that are prevalent at the edge of the road cause bicyclists to crash. > > The one-minute animation at http://commuteorlando.com/ontheroad/animations/narrowlane/narrowlane.html shows what happens when a cyclist rides too far right in narrow lanes. > > I've also attached a detailed analysis that shows how 17C-11-5 (a) contradicts and confounds other laws. A fundamental issue underlying this and other such laws that discriminate against bicyclists is equal rights and justice for bicyclists, motorists and other road users. > > I will call you to discuss this issue. If you would like to call me, my number is 304-376-0446. > > Thanks for your continued support of bicyclists! > > > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] HB3021 passes Transportation Committee!
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Mar '13

29 Mar '13

Thanks, Gary. Can you send us the names and phone numbers of the Judiciary members? Beyond Judiciary what other hoops does the bill have to clear before it becomes law? Is there some place on line that we can see the changes to it as it proceeds? Frank On Mar 27, 2013, at 4:26 PM, Gary Zuckett wrote: > Hello all, > > > > I have good tidings! HB 3021 passed out of House Roads & Transportation this afternoon and is now headed to House Judiciary. Calls to the chair, Delegate Miley, and to all committee members would be helpful. Judiciary must pass this bill by Friday to keep it on track to be voted on the Floor by next Wed and passed over to the Senate. > > The 4 ft passing rule was amended to 3 feet. One other amendment passed – I’ll have the language tomorrow to see what else was changed. > > Thanks, > > Gary Zuckett, WV Citizen Action for WV Connecting Communites > > > > From: Christiaan Abildso [mailto:Christiaan.Abildso@mail.wvu.edu] > Sent: Wednesday, March 27, 2013 9:56 AM > To: Tom Heywood; Gail Pitchford; Charles Holley; DSpencer36(a)comcast.net; Frank Gmeindl; Andrea Salina; Emily Vasile; Greg Garrett; Kasey Russell; Stacy Bisker; Tom Wood; Dennis A Strawn; Bill Austin; John Manchester; Emily Vasile; Patrick Donovan; Steve Fowler; Patricia Clay; Ted Armbrecht; Michael Loughney; Jeffrey Lusk; Rahul Gupta; Gary Zuckett; Gary Zuckett; Andrea Salina; Craig Slaughter > Subject: Re: HB3021 is moving! > > > Excellent! I've sent the message out to members of my pedestrian safety board list and contacted Del Barill. > Well done. > Christiaan > > >>> On 3/26/2013 at 5:39 PM, <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Hello WVCC Members -- Our bill, HB3021, is on the House Roads & > Transportation Committee agenda tomorrow at 2:00. > If you have a few minutes, please call as many delegates as you can to > urge their support of the bill. I am attaching talking points just in > case you actually reach a delegate. At this point in the session, you > will likely reach a voice mail or a secretary and will only be able to > encourage support of the bill without giving any reason. Gary and I > tried to get all delegates the talking points and even much thorough > report developed by the Morgantown Bike Board. The biggest question > has been why do not to require all cyclists to ride on the far right > of every roadway (this bill would repeal that requirement); they also > ask why should bikes not be required to use bike paths if one exists > (this would also be repealed). Not much talk about the 4 foot passing > requirement. > Thanks for your help. > kasey > > House of Delegates -- Roads & Transportation Committee > Chairwoman Staggers -- 304.340.3197 > Vice Chair Phillips (Linda) -- 304.340.3163 > Delegate Cowles -- 304.340.3177 > Delegate Gearheart -- 304.340.3179 > Delegates Barill -- 304.340.3173 > Boggs -- 304.340.3220 > Longstreth -- 304.340.3124 > Lynch --304.340.3392 > Marcum --304.340.3126 > Poling, Daniel -- 304.340.3137 > Skaff -- Doug is a sponsor. > Smith, Margaret -- 304.340.3123 > Stephens -- 304.340.3395 > Stowers -- supporting bill; no need to call. > Walker -- 304.340.3135 > Wells -- Danny is head sponsor and does not need a call unless you > want to thank him. > Ambler -- 304.340.3129 > Butler -- 304.340.3199 > Cadle -- 304.340.3118 > Ellington -- 304.340.3172 > Espinosa -- 304.340.3130 > Evans -- 304.340.3151 > Hamrick -- 304.340-3141 > Howell -- 304.340.3191 > Shott -- 304.340.3187 > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 2013.0.3267 / Virus Database: 3161/6205 - Release Date: 03/26/13 >

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HB 3021
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Mar '13

29 Mar '13

Barbara, Please repeal 17C-11-5 (a) that requires bicyclists to ride as far to the right as practicable. Today, the Judiciary Committee will consider HB 3021. As introduced, HB 3021 repealed 17C-11-5 (a). The Transportation and Roads Committee amended HB 3021 and reinstated 17C-11-5 (a). I've attached a one-page summary of the dangers that riding far to the right as required by 17C-11-5 (a) present to bicyclists. Basically, when cyclists ride too far right on narrow roads, motorists pass dangerously close; intrude into the on-coming lane when there is on-coming traffic; make right turns into cyclists at driveways and intersections; run into cyclists from behind when the cyclists turn left from the right side of the lane; turn left into on-coming cyclists that they don't see because they are screened by overtaking traffic and broken pavement, potholes, broken glass, debris and other hazards that are prevalent at the edge of the road cause bicyclists to crash. The one-minute animation at http://commuteorlando.com/ontheroad/animations/narrowlane/narrowlane.html shows what happens when a cyclist rides too far right in narrow lanes. I've also attached a detailed analysis that shows how 17C-11-5 (a) contradicts and confounds other laws. A fundamental issue underlying this and other such laws that discriminate against bicyclists is equal rights and justice for bicyclists, motorists and other road users. I will call you to discuss this issue. If you would like to call me, my number is 304-376-0446. Thanks for your continued support of bicyclists! Frank D. Gmeindl League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructor #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] HB3021 passes Transportation Committee!
by gary Zuckett 28 Mar '13

28 Mar '13

I feel we should move quickly in support of moving the bill in the house. We have two of three items - 3ft & side path intact. We can work to fix it in the Senate. The challenge for now is to get it passed out of Judiciary committe by tomorrow to keep it alive! Sent from my Galaxy S®III -------- Original message -------- From: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> Date: 03/28/2013 10:45 AM (GMT-05:00) To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>,Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcag.org> Cc: 'Dennis A Strawn' <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>,'Charles Holley' <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>,'Kasey Russell' <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com>,'Craig Slaughter' <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>,'Ted Armbrecht' <eca3(a)suddenlinkmail.com>,'Michael Loughney' <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>,'Tom Wood' <twood84(a)gmail.com>,'Rahul Gupta' <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>,'Jeffrey Lusk' <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>,'Greg Garrett' <gagarrett(a)gmail.com>,'Christiaan Abildso' <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>,'Steve Fowler' <smf(a)pffwv.com>,'Andrea Salina' <andreathompson31(a)gmail.com>,'Patricia Clay' <patricia.clay(a)southernwv.edu>,'John Manchester' <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>,'Stacy Bisker' <selaineb(a)gmail.com>,'Gail Pitchford' <gail.pitchford(a)camc.org>,'Patrick Donovan' <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>,'Emily Vasile' <Emily.Vasile(a)mail.wvu.edu>,'Andrea Salina' <a.salina(a)wvhub.org>,'Tom Heywood' <theywood(a)bowlesrice.com>,'Bike Board' <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] HB3021 passes Transportation Committee! Does this amendment to the bill to reinstate the "as far right" language mean we should NOT contact the legislators? Or, can the bill be amended again to remove the as far right language? Christiaan From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> To: Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcag.org> Cc: 'Dennis A Strawn' <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>; 'Charles Holley' <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>; 'Kasey Russell' <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com>; 'Craig Slaughter' <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>; 'Ted Armbrecht' <eca3(a)suddenlinkmail.com>; 'Michael Loughney' <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>; 'Tom Wood' <twood84(a)gmail.com>; 'Rahul Gupta' <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>; 'Jeffrey Lusk' <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>; 'Greg Garrett' <gagarrett(a)gmail.com>; 'Christiaan Abildso' <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>; 'Steve Fowler' <smf(a)pffwv.com>; 'Andrea Salina' <andreathompson31(a)gmail.com>; 'Patricia Clay' <patricia.clay(a)southernwv.edu>; 'John Manchester' <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>; 'Stacy Bisker' <selaineb(a)gmail.com>; 'Gail Pitchford' <gail.pitchford(a)camc.org>; 'Patrick Donovan' <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>; 'Emily Vasile' <Emily.Vasile(a)mail.wvu.edu>; 'Andrea Salina' <a.salina(a)wvhub.org>; 'Tom Heywood' <theywood(a)bowlesrice.com>; 'Bike Board' <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Sent: Thursday, March 28, 2013 9:24 AM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] HB3021 passes Transportation Committee! Gary, Thanks for your guidance to the Com. Amendments. "This is part of the danger of opening the code to make things better – sometimes it can make things worse!" is one reason I resisted us pursuing legislation without first educating all relevant key stakeholders. The fact that the very sponsors of the bill moved to amend it to reinstate the requirement that cyclists ride far to the right displays that they may not understand the dangers to cyclists of such a law. It also displays that they may not believe that cyclists have the same rights to the road as motorists but rather that bicyclists should get out of the way. Frank On Mar 28, 2013, at 9:01 AM, Gary Zuckett wrote: This is part of the danger of opening the code to make things better – sometimes it can make things worse! _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Black Bear/ Saris Bike Rack Photo Shoot on Friday...
by Derek Springston 28 Mar '13

28 Mar '13

Hey guys, Here's the plan! After looking at the Doodle poll, most folks are available on *Friday from 10am-11am for the photo shoot at the Black Bear - Evansdale*. Try to be prompt as the managers at Black Bear will need to focus on their lunch rush hour as early as possible. If possible, arrive on a *bike or bring bikes and wear cycling or commuting-style clothing*. If you can't ride there, please try to bring a bike or two in your car. If you can bring bikes, we still need you! After we take the photo on Friday, Emily or I will upload to the Saris Facebook page ASAP, and we'll *all need to be responsible for pushing our friends/acquaintances for votes through Social Media, etc before the end of the day Friday*. Our photo will get uploaded here: https://www.facebook.com/SarisCycleRacks?v=app_212049048919872&app_data=gaR… I'll put that link over on these Google groups: Mon Bike Club, WVMBA, WVU Cycling, or other pages you guys recommend. I'm also going to try to make a flyer for the Black Bear folks to hang up tomorrow to drive votes. As of today, the highest voted photo has 139 votes. I feel confident if we work hard, we can get that many in a day. Let's give it a shot and hope our time is worth it! Not sure about you, but I'd feel great getting yet another nice bike rack placed in our town at one of our favorite restaurants! If you have any questions, call me at 304-290-7727. Thanks, ~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*

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Saris Rack Photo Shoot at Black Bear Evansdale
by Derek Springston 27 Mar '13

27 Mar '13

Hey guys, Please fill in this Doodle poll if you're available to help with the Saris Rack contest photo shoot this Thursday or Friday at the Black Bear Evansdale. http://doodle.com/hg5h74dz44tbwcbu Assuming we complete the photo shoot and upload a photo, we'll need all of you to ask your friends to vote Thursday and Friday at Saris's contest page: https://www.facebook.com/SarisCycleRacks?v=app_212049048919872&app_data=gaR… Feel free to share this email to other groups. I'll be posting this on Mon Bike Club as well. Thanks, ~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<https://www.facebook.com/SarisCycleRacks?v=app_212049048919872&app_data=gaR…> *

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Call your delegates
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Mar '13

26 Mar '13

Tomorrow, Wed. Mar. 27 the WV House of Delegates Roads and Transportation Committee will consider HB3021 at 2:00 PM. Please call your delegates and urge them to support HB3021 (attached). HB3021 repeals the law that requires bicyclists to ride as far to the right as practicable; repeals the law that requires cyclists to use a sidepath and not the roadway and amends a law to require motorists to allow a minimum of 4-feet when passing a bicyclist. House of Delegates -- Roads & Transportation Committee Chairwoman Staggers -- 304.340.3197 Vice Chair Phillips (Linda) -- 304.340.3163 Delegate Cowles -- 304.340.3177 Delegate Gearheart -- 304.340.3179 Delegates Barill -- 304.340.3173 Boggs -- 304.340.3220 Longstreth -- 304.340.3124 Lynch --304.340.3392 Marcum --304.340.3126 Poling, Daniel -- 304.340.3137 Skaff -- Doug is a sponsor. Smith, Margaret -- 304.340.3123 Stephens -- 304.340.3395 Stowers -- supporting bill; no need to call. Walker -- 304.340.3135 Wells -- Danny is head sponsor and does not need a call unless you want to thank him. Ambler -- 304.340.3129 Butler -- 304.340.3199 Cadle -- 304.340.3118 Ellington -- 304.340.3172 Espinosa -- 304.340.3130 Evans -- 304.340.3151 Hamrick -- 304.340-3141 Howell -- 304.340.3191 Shott -- 304.340.3187 For info substantiating the bill, see attached CClegislationV10.docx 4ank

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Call your delegates
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Mar '13

26 Mar '13

Tomorrow, Wed. Mar. 27 the WV House of Delegates Roads and Transportation Committee will consider HB3021 at 2:00 PM. Please call your delegates and urge them to support HB3021 (attached). HB3021 repeals the law that requires bicyclists to ride as far to the right as practicable; repeals the law that requires cyclists to use a sidepath and not the roadway and amends a law to require motorists to allow a minimum of 4-feet when passing a bicyclist. House of Delegates -- Roads & Transportation Committee Chairwoman Staggers -- 304.340.3197 Vice Chair Phillips (Linda) -- 304.340.3163 Delegate Cowles -- 304.340.3177 Delegate Gearheart -- 304.340.3179 Delegates Barill -- 304.340.3173 Boggs -- 304.340.3220 Longstreth -- 304.340.3124 Lynch --304.340.3392 Marcum --304.340.3126 Poling, Daniel -- 304.340.3137 Skaff -- Doug is a sponsor. Smith, Margaret -- 304.340.3123 Stephens -- 304.340.3395 Stowers -- supporting bill; no need to call. Walker -- 304.340.3135 Wells -- Danny is head sponsor and does not need a call unless you want to thank him. Ambler -- 304.340.3129 Butler -- 304.340.3199 Cadle -- 304.340.3118 Ellington -- 304.340.3172 Espinosa -- 304.340.3130 Evans -- 304.340.3151 Hamrick -- 304.340-3141 Howell -- 304.340.3191 Shott -- 304.340.3187 For info substantiating the bill, see attached CClegislationV10.docx 4ank

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Fwd: HB3021 is moving!
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Mar '13

26 Mar '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: March 26, 2013 8:31:38 PM EDT > To: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: HB3021 is moving! > > Hi Kasey, > > Great job keeping HB3021 moving! I hope the talking points will help the delegates decide to approve it. I would like to flag one error in the talking points though. The last sentence in the third paragraph says, "WV is only one of nine states that do not have far to the right without any exceptions." WV is one of nine states that do have far to the right without exceptions. The other states either do not have a far to the right requirement or have a far to the right requirement with exceptions that enumerate situations in which far to the right does not apply. > > Good luck! > > Frank > > On Mar 26, 2013, at 5:39 PM, Kasey Russell wrote: > >> Hello WVCC Members -- Our bill, HB3021, is on the House Roads & >> Transportation Committee agenda tomorrow at 2:00. >> If you have a few minutes, please call as many delegates as you can to >> urge their support of the bill. I am attaching talking points just in >> case you actually reach a delegate. At this point in the session, you >> will likely reach a voice mail or a secretary and will only be able to >> encourage support of the bill without giving any reason. Gary and I >> tried to get all delegates the talking points and even much thorough >> report developed by the Morgantown Bike Board. The biggest question >> has been why do not to require all cyclists to ride on the far right >> of every roadway (this bill would repeal that requirement); they also >> ask why should bikes not be required to use bike paths if one exists >> (this would also be repealed). Not much talk about the 4 foot passing >> requirement. >> Thanks for your help. >> kasey >> >> House of Delegates -- Roads & Transportation Committee >> Chairwoman Staggers -- 304.340.3197 >> Vice Chair Phillips (Linda) -- 304.340.3163 >> Delegate Cowles -- 304.340.3177 >> Delegate Gearheart -- 304.340.3179 >> Delegates Barill -- 304.340.3173 >> Boggs -- 304.340.3220 >> Longstreth -- 304.340.3124 >> Lynch --304.340.3392 >> Marcum --304.340.3126 >> Poling, Daniel -- 304.340.3137 >> Skaff -- Doug is a sponsor. >> Smith, Margaret -- 304.340.3123 >> Stephens -- 304.340.3395 >> Stowers -- supporting bill; no need to call. >> Walker -- 304.340.3135 >> Wells -- Danny is head sponsor and does not need a call unless you >> want to thank him. >> Ambler -- 304.340.3129 >> Butler -- 304.340.3199 >> Cadle -- 304.340.3118 >> Ellington -- 304.340.3172 >> Espinosa -- 304.340.3130 >> Evans -- 304.340.3151 >> Hamrick -- 304.340-3141 >> Howell -- 304.340.3191 >> Shott -- 304.340.3187 >> <TalkingPointsHB3021_KR.docx> >

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Fwd: HB3021 is moving!
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Mar '13

26 Mar '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: March 26, 2013 5:39:53 PM EDT > To: Andrea Salina <andreathompson31(a)gmail.com>, Andrea Salina <a.salina(a)wvhub.org>, 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>, "DSpencer36(a)comcast.net" <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, Emily Vasile <Emily.Vasile(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Gail Pitchford <gail.pitchford(a)camc.org>, Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcag.org>, Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcaef.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> > Subject: HB3021 is moving! > > Hello WVCC Members -- Our bill, HB3021, is on the House Roads & > Transportation Committee agenda tomorrow at 2:00. > If you have a few minutes, please call as many delegates as you can to > urge their support of the bill. I am attaching talking points just in > case you actually reach a delegate. At this point in the session, you > will likely reach a voice mail or a secretary and will only be able to > encourage support of the bill without giving any reason. Gary and I > tried to get all delegates the talking points and even much thorough > report developed by the Morgantown Bike Board. The biggest question > has been why do not to require all cyclists to ride on the far right > of every roadway (this bill would repeal that requirement); they also > ask why should bikes not be required to use bike paths if one exists > (this would also be repealed). Not much talk about the 4 foot passing > requirement. > Thanks for your help. > kasey > > House of Delegates -- Roads & Transportation Committee > Chairwoman Staggers -- 304.340.3197 > Vice Chair Phillips (Linda) -- 304.340.3163 > Delegate Cowles -- 304.340.3177 > Delegate Gearheart -- 304.340.3179 > Delegates Barill -- 304.340.3173 > Boggs -- 304.340.3220 > Longstreth -- 304.340.3124 > Lynch --304.340.3392 > Marcum --304.340.3126 > Poling, Daniel -- 304.340.3137 > Skaff -- Doug is a sponsor. > Smith, Margaret -- 304.340.3123 > Stephens -- 304.340.3395 > Stowers -- supporting bill; no need to call. > Walker -- 304.340.3135 > Wells -- Danny is head sponsor and does not need a call unless you > want to thank him. > Ambler -- 304.340.3129 > Butler -- 304.340.3199 > Cadle -- 304.340.3118 > Ellington -- 304.340.3172 > Espinosa -- 304.340.3130 > Evans -- 304.340.3151 > Hamrick -- 304.340-3141 > Howell -- 304.340.3191 > Shott -- 304.340.3187

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Fwd: PBIC News: Free Webinar on MAP-21 funding options
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Mar '13

26 Mar '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: "PBIC News" <PBIC_News(a)mail.vresp.com> > Date: March 26, 2013 8:48:02 AM EDT > To: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com > Subject: PBIC News: Free Webinar on MAP-21 funding options > Reply-To: "PBIC News" <reply-3889a20bad-d07fa7ea7a-b37a(a)u.cts.vresp.com> > > > > March 26, 2013 > > PBIC and Bike League offer free webinar on funding ped/bike projects under MAP-21 > > CHAPEL HILL, NC — The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) has partnered with the League of American Bicyclists for its next free Webinar in its Livable Communities Webinar Series: > > Accessing Funding for Bicycle and Pedestrian Projects under MAP-21 > Tuesday, April 9, 2013 > 2:00 p.m. — 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time > > To register, please visit: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/314266834. > > The Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) law has changed many of the familiar routes for funding bicycle and pedestrian programs and infrastructure. But funding is still available. This presentation is intended to help pedestrian and bicycle officials learn how to use MAP-21 funding programs at the state and local levels. > > Speakers Darren Flusche, with the Bike League, and Peter Lagerwey, with Toole Design Group, will discuss ways to access untapped or under-utilized federal funding sources to build bicycling and walking projects, as well as how to leverage the new Transportation Alternatives program. > > At the conclusion of the webinar, both speakers will be available for questions and discussion. > > This is the first of two webinars being offered jointly by the PBIC and the Bike League. The second presentation, to be held May 7, will focus on the economic value of pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. > > PBIC offers free, public Webinars approximately every other month. To register for upcoming Webinars and to access archived presentations, please visit www.walkinginfo.org/webinars. > > > > Since its inception in 1999, PBIC's mission has been to improve the quality of life in communities through the increase of safe walking and bicycling as a viable means of transportation and physical activity. The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center is maintained by the University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center with funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration. > Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center > > 730 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd > Campus Box 3430 > Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3430 > Phone: 1.888.823.3977 > Fax: 919.962.8710 > www.walkinginfo.org > www.bicyclinginfo.org > > > > > > 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 > Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center > 730 MLK, Jr. Blvd. CB 3430 > Chapel Hill, NC 27599 > US > Read the VerticalResponse marketing policy. > > >

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Win a Saris Bike Corral
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 26 Mar '13

26 Mar '13

<http://app.bronto.com/public/?q=ulink&fn=Link&ssid=9243&id=1opmsgzifos9t90i…> Win a Saris Bike Corral <http://app.bronto.com/public/?q=ulink&fn=Link&ssid=9243&id=1opmsgzifos9t90i…> Enter the Saris Bike Corral Photo Contest <http://app.bronto.com/public/?q=ulink&fn=Link&ssid=9243&id=1opmsgzifos9t90i…> Saris will give one bike corral to the entry that shows the greatest need, most compelling location and strong public support of a bike corral. Simply submit a photo of where you would like to see a Saris Bike Corral and include a brief description of why you would like to see a bike corral in that location. Entries with public support are more likely to make it to the final round. Get your friends and family to spread the word for your community to VOTE for your entry. It is simple to enter: Option 1: Visit our Facebook Contest Page <http://app.bronto.com/public/?q=ulink&fn=Link&ssid=9243&id=1opmsgzifos9t90i…> and upload your picture and description using the form by March 29 Option 2: Email your photo to Heather at hfortune(a)saris.com <mailto:hfortune@saris.com> by March 29 Include a brief description of why you would like to see a Saris Bike Corral in that location Include your name and a phone number where you can be reached Contest Timeline: * *March 1 - March 29:* Entries must be submitted between * *April 1 - April 5:* Three finalists will be selected and posted on our Facebook page for voting * *April 8: *Winner Announced For questions please contact Heather at hfortune(a)saris.com <mailto:hfortune@saris.com> What is a bike corral? A bike corral converts the space of one car parking stall to parking for 10 bikes. It’s a great use of space and a low cost option for more customer parking, it frees up sidewalk space for pedestrian foot traffic and communicates a commitment to bike friendliness. /The Hopleaf Brewery is located in one of Chicago’s most bike focused neighborhoods. Many patrons arrive via bike throughout the year. Turning a loading zone into bike parking for 12 bikes has provided a boost for business at the brewery and has added to the streetscape of the neighborhood./ /The Andersonville bike corral is part of a parklet designed as part of Chicago’s People Spot program. Custom logo plates promote Andersonville’s bike friendliness. /

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Re: [Bikeboard] three/four foot passing
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Mar '13

25 Mar '13

Hi Kasey, Here are some suggested bullet points for the 4-foot passing law. The 4-foot passing requirement: creates an easily visualized distance for police to enforce and for motorists to employ when passing bicyclists; increases awareness that bicyclists are legitimate road users; establishes a bicyclist's right to space and improves interactions with motorists (previously, motorists may have been unsure of the minimum distance required to safely pass a bicyclist); can lead to an increase in the number and types of bicyclists within the community; may help support implementation of Complete Streets policies; is consistent with 3 or 4-foot passing requirements in adjoining states, PA, MD and TN. (Note: I don't know whether OH, VA, KY, NC have considered 3 or 4-foot passing requirements). In the past 10 years, there has been a strong trend among states to enact laws that require a motorist to allow a definite minimum distance, usually 3-feet when passing a bicycle. The graph on p. 10 of WV Connecting Communities Legislative Agenda: Proposed Bicycle Legislation Changes indicates that there is tremendous momentum for 3 or 4-foot passing laws. Concerning your question about law enforcement needing a law on the books when a cyclist is hit, 17C-7-3 already says, "The driver of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle proceeding in the same direction shall give an audible signal and pass to the left thereof at a safe distance and shall not again drive to the right side of the roadway until safely clear of the overtaken vehicle." but here it gets sticky because according to 17C-1-2, a bicycle is not a vehicle however, according to 17C-11-2, a bicyclist shall be granted the same rights as applicable to the driver of a vehicle. As I said several times before, I added the 4-foot law to the legislative agenda because the WVCF favored a 3-foot law when we talked several years ago after the first annual WV cycling symposium (and PA has passed a 4-foot law since). At that time, I argued that 17C-7-3 already gave police the law that they needed to cite motorists that pass bicyclists too closely. I also argued that the safe passing distance increases with the difference in speed between the motor vehicle and the bicycle. 3-feet is not enough when the motor vehicle is traveling more than 25-mph faster than the bicyclist; especially when the motor vehicle is a coal truck. Nevertheless, the nation is going with 3 or 4-foot passing rules and that's probably the strongest argument for WV having one too. Frank On Mar 25, 2013, at 12:55 PM, Kasey Russell wrote: > Frank -- I am adding bullet points for not having mandatory side paths > and adding the 3/4 foot passing requirement. I am referencing the > number of states for precedence but do you have a couple of talking > points in favor of a 3 or 4 foot passing rule? Like, law enforcement > needs a law on the books when a cyclist is hit or this gives us more > visibility for driving safely around cyclists? > Thanks for your help! > Kasey

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Re: [Bikeboard] HB3021
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Mar '13

25 Mar '13

Great! On Mar 25, 2013, at 6:36 AM, Kasey wrote: > Thanks Frank. > Gary and I are to talk this morning. I will email everyone with the status and plan. > Kasey > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Mar 23, 2013, at 10:22 AM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Hi Kasey, >> >> To help you and Gary write talking points, I have attached a file that suggests talking points for the repeal of 17C-11-5 (a). That section of WV Connecting Communities Legislative Agenda: >> Proposed Bicycle Legislation Changes is probably the most complex and difficult to dis-entangle. I hope the attached will help make it simpler and easier to understand. >> >> Frank >> >> On Mar 21, 2013, at 12:57 PM, Kasey wrote: >> >>> Gary and I have to get the talking points to all of them. We have to provide the points in less than one page. I'm working on the briefing page now. >>> If the ask for further justification, we lay the packet on them :). >>> >>> Sent from my iPhone >>> >>> On Mar 21, 2013, at 12:35 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> >>>> Kasey, >>>> >>>> Excuse me for being inept at political process but how will the legislators know the rationale for the bill? >>>> >>>> Frank >>>> >>>> On Mar 21, 2013, at 12:21 PM, Kasey Russell wrote: >>>> >>>>> Hello, HB3021 was introduced this morning!! >>>>> It was referenced to the Transportation Committee and then to Judiciary. Transportation does not meet until next Wednesday. Gary and I feel pretty confident we can get it on the agenda in Transportation but neither of us have Chairman Miley yet about Judiciary. This is our next step. >>>>> If any of you have a relationship with Senator McCabe today is the last day for him to send the bill down to bill drafting. He would simply have to sign off on the house version (attached). Senator McCabe's number is 304.357.7990. This is not essential but we are worried about timing so it would be good to have the Senate bill moving as well. Gary and I had asked McCabe to sponsor the bill but he wanted a lawyer to advise him before he signed on. >>>>> Don and Frank -- I'm not sure why Del. Fleischauer is not a cosponsor; I guess her assistant missed the deadline to get her name on the bill. >>>>> Let me know if any of you can reach Senator McCabe. >>>>> Thanks, Kasey >>>>> <bike bill.pdf> >> <TalkingPointsFTR.docx>

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Walgreen Bicycle Parking
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Mar '13

23 Mar '13

Check it out! The new Sabraton Walgreen's provides proper bicycle parking for up to 8 bikes.

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Re: [Bikeboard] HB3021
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Mar '13

23 Mar '13

Hi Kasey, To help you and Gary write talking points, I have attached a file that suggests talking points for the repeal of 17C-11-5 (a). That section of WV Connecting Communities Legislative Agenda: Proposed Bicycle Legislation Changes is probably the most complex and difficult to dis-entangle. I hope the attached will help make it simpler and easier to understand. Frank On Mar 21, 2013, at 12:57 PM, Kasey wrote: > Gary and I have to get the talking points to all of them. We have to provide the points in less than one page. I'm working on the briefing page now. > If the ask for further justification, we lay the packet on them :). > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Mar 21, 2013, at 12:35 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Kasey, >> >> Excuse me for being inept at political process but how will the legislators know the rationale for the bill? >> >> Frank >> >> On Mar 21, 2013, at 12:21 PM, Kasey Russell wrote: >> >>> Hello, HB3021 was introduced this morning!! >>> It was referenced to the Transportation Committee and then to Judiciary. Transportation does not meet until next Wednesday. Gary and I feel pretty confident we can get it on the agenda in Transportation but neither of us have Chairman Miley yet about Judiciary. This is our next step. >>> If any of you have a relationship with Senator McCabe today is the last day for him to send the bill down to bill drafting. He would simply have to sign off on the house version (attached). Senator McCabe's number is 304.357.7990. This is not essential but we are worried about timing so it would be good to have the Senate bill moving as well. Gary and I had asked McCabe to sponsor the bill but he wanted a lawyer to advise him before he signed on. >>> Don and Frank -- I'm not sure why Del. Fleischauer is not a cosponsor; I guess her assistant missed the deadline to get her name on the bill. >>> Let me know if any of you can reach Senator McCabe. >>> Thanks, Kasey >>> <bike bill.pdf> >>

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Fwd: HB3021
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Mar '13

21 Mar '13

This morning, HB3021 that requires motorists to pass bicycle no closer than 4-feet and eliminates the requirement to ride as far to the right as practicable and eliminates the requirement to use a useable sidepath when available and not the roadway was introduced to the WV legislature. Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: March 21, 2013 12:21:45 PM EDT > To: Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Steve Fowler <smf(a)pffwv.com>, "Strawn, Dennis A" <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com> > Subject: HB3021 > > Hello, HB3021 was introduced this morning!! > It was referenced to the Transportation Committee and then to Judiciary. Transportation does not meet until next Wednesday. Gary and I feel pretty confident we can get it on the agenda in Transportation but neither of us have Chairman Miley yet about Judiciary. This is our next step. > If any of you have a relationship with Senator McCabe today is the last day for him to send the bill down to bill drafting. He would simply have to sign off on the house version (attached). Senator McCabe's number is 304.357.7990. This is not essential but we are worried about timing so it would be good to have the Senate bill moving as well. Gary and I had asked McCabe to sponsor the bill but he wanted a lawyer to advise him before he signed on. > Don and Frank -- I'm not sure why Del. Fleischauer is not a cosponsor; I guess her assistant missed the deadline to get her name on the bill. > Let me know if any of you can reach Senator McCabe. > Thanks, Kasey

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Re: [Bikeboard] Beech View Place opportunity - sidewalk ramp
by Gunnar Shogren 21 Mar '13

21 Mar '13

On Tue, Mar 19, 2013 at 2:40 PM, Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> wrote: > 331 Beechurst Avenue. Thanks Derek. A street address always works well and/or best. (make me click on a website link...) :) Didn't/don't they have a little paved ramp down to the rail trail, albeit probably "unsanctioned" and a bit sketchy? They have steps there. It's like a 7 foot difference isn't it? Or perhaps they're doing something different now. I will look at it and report back later in this fine and blustery day. > > > On Tue, Mar 19, 2013 at 3:32 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >> On Tue, Mar 19, 2013 at 2:25 PM, Jonathan Rosenbaum >> <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org> wrote: >> > On the way down to BOPARC to pick up tags for the valet service tonight, >> > I >> > observed workers in the process of finishing the cement for steps going >> > down >> > to the rail trail at the new Beech View Place development (I believe >> > that is >> > the correct name). >> >> Care to enlighten me/us as to just where this is? I just tried The >> Google and didn't come up w/ anything. >> >> > >> > This is a perfect opportunity to request that ramp(s) be placed on the >> > side >> > of these new steps so that bicyclists can easily push their bicycles >> > up/down, rather than having to carry their bicycles up the steps. This >> > would be an easy thing to add. >> > >> > Who could we contact to make this request? >> > >> > -Jonathan >> > >> > >> > >> > _______________________________________________ >> > 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 > > > > > -- > 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

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Beech View Place opportunity - sidewalk ramp
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 19 Mar '13

19 Mar '13

On the way down to BOPARC to pick up tags for the valet service tonight, I observed workers in the process of finishing the cement for steps going down to the rail trail at the new Beech View Place development (I believe that is the correct name). This is a perfect opportunity to request that ramp(s) be placed on the side of these new steps so that bicyclists can easily push their bicycles up/down, rather than having to carry their bicycles up the steps. This would be an easy thing to add. Who could we contact to make this request? -Jonathan

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Today - Free bicycle valet parking @ SWITCH
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 19 Mar '13

19 Mar '13

Today at WVU's Festival of Ideas showing of SWITCH at the Metropolitan Theater you will have the opportunity to be part of what I believe is the first ever free bicycle valet parking service in the history of Morgantown. Even if you do not stay for the whole event, you will have made history, think about that. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. so arrive a little earlier to get premium parking in the loading zone right outside the front door. Volunteers include Derek from the BB, Mark Wm. Thorne with the South Middle Bike Club, Gus, and me. Additionally, we will be filmed by a senior majoring in journalism for a multimedia piece. Get in the zone! -Jonathan

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