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Comprehensive Plan(s) Fair: Tonight! 5-7pm, Mountaineer Station
by Drew Gatlin 08 Sep '22

08 Sep '22

All, Hoping this is just a reminder for you and that you've heard about this fair already, but in case you haven't, please see a flyer attached. Tonight will be a great opportunity to give feedback on early drafts of the comprehensive plans being concurrently developed for the County, the City of Morgantown, and the Cities of Westover, Star City, and Granville. Representatives of all these planning efforts will be in attendance and the format should make it easy for area residents to check in with several project teams. You will be able to see what has been accomplished, ask questions, and provide feedback on policy directions and recommendations to date. The City's booth will have four informational boards people can comment on, and will also be asking folks to give feedback on how to present (roll out) the plan draft later this fall. Everyone is welcome to stop by! We collectively appreciate the Mon County Planning Commission’s efforts to organize the fair. Best, Drew J. Drew Gatlin (he/his) Staff Engineer 200 M-Tec Drive Morgantown, WV 26501 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:24222ba1-0f41-41c2-b03d-5884cf42e525]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov> Notice: Email is an inherently insecure means of communication. Any message sent or received by this email address is subject to regular review by third parties and, further, may be publicly disclosed through Freedom of Information Act<https://www.foia.gov/> requests.

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Bike Board Listserv Changes
by Drew Gatlin 19 May '22

19 May '22

All, Just a quick note - www.bikemorgantown.com is no longer (more on that later if you wish), and, an unfortunate byproduct of that is the deactivation of our original listserv mailing address (bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com). If you wish to send messages to the listserv, the new address is: bikeboard(a)lists.bikelover.org Best, Drew J. Drew Gatlin (he/his) Staff Engineer 200 M-Tec Drive Morgantown, WV 26501 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:14bc2a02-8e8f-47dd-9e8e-c91526160f3c]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov> Notice: Email is an inherently insecure means of communication. Any message sent or received by this email address is subject to regular review by third parties and, further, may be publicly disclosed through Freedom of Information Act<https://www.foia.gov/> requests.

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Bike to Work Week Events!
by Drew Gatlin 18 May '22

18 May '22

Bike Board! Long time no chat - hope you all are doing great. Wanted to make sure you got notice of this year's Bike to Work Week celebrations - there are several! First, many appreciations to our friends at WVU who are providing heavy lifting on logistics, support, and organizing this year. None of these events would be happening without their initiative! Events are as follows: * 7:30 – 9am: Bike to Work Day Celebration and Commuter Pit-Stop at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park Amphitheater. Coffee from Mountaineer Roasters, water, and grab-and-go breakfast treats (including brownies from the Seneca Center's new Brownie House!) will be available for cyclists. Maybe also some cold drinks. Look for the WVU pop-up tent along the rail trail near the amphitheater. * 12:00pm, Lunch Ride Option 1: Adventure WV West Run Woods Flow Trail Preview. Meet at the WVU Student Recreation Center flagpole for an out-and back ride to Morgantown’s newest trail. Link to Facebook event<https://www.facebook.com/events/688073988919757/>. * 12:15pm, Lunch Ride Option 2: Adventure WV Casual Rail-Trail Ride. Meet at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park Amphitheatre. Link to Facebook event<https://www.facebook.com/events/2981161448841611/>. * 4:00 – 7:00pm: Join Ascend WV for an After-Work Cycling Social at Mountain State Brewery. Link to Facebook event<https://fb.me/e/2qLHFV2hL>. Finally, I'll be hosting another social ride this Thursday evening, starting at 7:00pm under the Spruce Street Farmer's Market Pavilion. Here's one last link to the Facebook event<https://fb.me/e/3BnbjyiRd>. Hope to see some of you out there and reconnect. Ride on, Drew J. Drew Gatlin (he/his) Staff Engineer 200 M-Tec Drive Morgantown, WV 26501 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:912ab85e-b377-400c-adcc-0d9a6594c45c]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov> Notice: Email is an inherently insecure means of communication. Any message sent or received by this email address is subject to regular review by third parties and, further, may be publicly disclosed through Freedom of Information Act<https://www.foia.gov/> requests.

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Morgantown to consider stop as yield
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 06 Dec '21

06 Dec '21

https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/12/02/morgantown-to-consider-stop-as-yiel… MORGANTOWN TO CONSIDER ‘STOP AS YIELD’ FOR CYCLISTS AMONG TRAFFIC CODE CHANGES December 2, 2021 by Ben Conley, The Dominion Post [1] MORGANTOWN -- A cyclist with no helmet cruising through a four-way stop. Today, that scenario represents multiple violations of city code. That may be about to change. Morgantown City Council is preparing to take up numerous amendments to the city's traffic code, including implementation of a "stop as yield" provision that would essentially allow bicyclists to treat stop signs and traffic lights as yield signs. The reasoning for this is simple, according to Staff Engineer Drew Gatlin. "Intersections are dangerous places," he said, particularly for cyclists. He said such laws are colloquially known as "dead red laws," meaning "You don't want to get caught dead at a red light." "In layman's terms, if it's your turn and it's safe to do so, you may roll through the intersection," Gatlin explained, emphasizing the word "if." "This does not allow cyclists to be reckless and it does not allow them to consider the right of way differently. If there's another vehicle in the intersection, they must come to a complete stop." Such laws were first implemented in the early 1980s. Gatlin said comparative data shows cities that implement "stop as yield" see considerably fewer cyclist-involved crashes. Under the proposed changes, adult cyclists could also choose whether or not to wear a helmet. It's currently illegal for anyone to ride in the city without a helmet. The change would align the city with state law, making helmets mandatory only for those 15 and under. "Nobody is arguing that you shouldn't wear a helmet when you ride a bicycle, but mandatory helmet laws are not effective. They are, in fact, very negative in their effects," he said, claiming such laws encourage a perception of cycling as inherently dangerous. Further, he said, helmet laws discourage ridership and utilization of bike-share programs "which we may end up seeing deployed here given certain changes that you might make in the next few weeks …" The changes would also eliminate the city's prohibition on riding what it currently considers "toy vehicles" -- things like skateboards, scooters and skates -- on city streets and sidewalks. Gatlin said the laws banning these uses are simply not enforced and not in line with how people get from one place to another, both in Morgantown and across the country. "The vast majority of both the world and the rest of the country has moved on and recognized that these things are actual forms of transportation for many people," he said, pointing out that vehicles utilizing sidewalks must yield to pedestrians and will remain prohibited in the downtown business district. The proposed traffic code changes would also: * Expand the power of the city manager, and by extension, city administration, to act without a vote from city council to do things like install stop signs and traffic control signals/devices and otherwise restrict traffic or different uses of city streets. "These changes do require us to deliver written orders to [council]. So anything we do, we'll tell you about it," Gatlin said. "And they allow you to reject or overturn any administrative action. They also maintain your ability to do this stuff on your own." * Codify the city's Healthy Streets program and add language explaining "motorists must always yield to other uses on these types of streets." Through the use of signage and other traffic calming measures, the Morgantown Healthy Streets program restricts through traffic on selected routes in order to give residents more space to recreate and use non-motorized means of transportation. Jackson Avenue, Western Avenue, Demain Avenue and Wagner Street have been designated as such. * Eliminate Article 315 regarding parades, placing it under Article 311 "special uses. Links: ------ [1] https://www.dominionpost.com/author/benconley/

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White Park XC race tomorrow!
by Christiaan Abildso 04 Oct '21

04 Oct '21

All -Please spread the word - the South MS XC team is hosting its Stallion Stampede tomorrow (Oct 5). There should be course markings up later today and there will be a lot of pre-teen running madness out there beginning at about 4pm tomorrow (Tuesday). If anyone is planning to MTB ride tomorrow - the course does NOT touch the reservoir side of Mississippi Street. The course uses main trails between Hite & Dorsey, and meanders along singletrack between Hite & Mississippi. Course map: https://www.mapmyfitness.com/routes/view/4629577834 Please help spread the word!ThanksChristiaan

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Bicycling Instructor
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Aug '21

01 Aug '21

Who can teach 2 girls to ride bikes? Steven Cook in Fairmont is looking for someone to teach his daughters to ride bikes. He says he and his wife are struggling with it. He found my info on the League of American Bicyclists website, bikeleague.com . I have been a League Certified Instructor. I am not able to do it but I told him I’d help him find someone who would. Any help? Frank

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Changes in the Woodlot
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 28 Jul '21

28 Jul '21

Bike Board in hiatus, Morgantown Area Mountain Bike Alliance (MAMBA), mountain bikers of the woodlot .. Get the word out. I learned a few days ago that a parcel of property is now closed to people who utilize the University Farm Woodlot: http://ags.agdmaps.com/wv/mon/?parid=18-12-9.1 Technically, it was never part of the woodlot, this is the woodlot parcel: http://ags.agdmaps.com/wv/mon/?parid=13-60-1 However, a trail system was built over 18-12-9.1 that meanders towards the highwall, and then back to the woodlot. As it turns out, I was able to speak to the cordial new property owner, Pete Deal, because he was in the process of building a high barrier across the trail going into his new property, so I have the details. I was surprised to learn that 18-12-9.1 was previously the property of Monongalia General Hospital. What is a hospital property doing way out in the middle of an urban wilderness, adjacent to a property belonging to a land-grant University? Pete explained, "Mr Lynch told me that at one point Mon General hospital wanted to acquire a piece of property near the hospital that was owned by WVU. It is not possible to buy property from the state but I understand it is possible to trade sometimes. So, the Lynch family donated the parcel up here to Mon General with the intention that Mon General could trade it to WVU for the parcel Mon General wanted and WVU owned that was near the hospital. This trade never transpired so the property has been owned by Mon General since the early 1980's." Pete won this property in a recent auction. His main motivation for purchasing the property, adjacent to his own property, is to provide a safe space for his riffle range (he designs riffle parts, machines, and tests them), as well as to go hunting. Essentially, the area on the top going to the highwall is absolutely off-limits for mountain bikers and other users, including the construction of new trails. As you may observe, the property is only about 200 ft wide, although it stretches all the way to Point Marion Road. This means people who have been riding the connector trail below the highwall to get over to the University High side will be passing through Pete's property. However, Pete was not too concerned with this because he recognizes the situation, although, again, no new trail building on his property. Most of the land in this area is Lynch property (shows as ABJ LLC on the parcel viewer). I feel like this is a situation where the new Multi County Trail Network Authority legislation, https://www.wvlegislature.gov/wvcode/code.cfm?chap=20&art=17 , could be a solution to explore, after all it protects property owners, while allowing access to trail user. However, Pete, didn't seem interested because he doesn't think it is such a big deal (sorry for the play on words). The good news is this change doesn't affect the majority of the awesome riding in the woodlot, which we are really fortunate to have! -Jonathan

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MMMPO's 2050 transportation plan - public input needed
by Christiaan Abildso 16 Jul '21

16 Jul '21

Friends -I strongly encourage all of you to take 10-15 minutes of your time to complete the survey and/or interactive map to provide input into the 2050 transportation plan for the region. The survey is intuitive and well designed. The map takes some time to figure out but allows the user to add details...beware, you could end up down the rabbit hole!!! This is a critical moment where our feedback can be integrated into planning for how federal & state highway expenditures are prioritized!More info at https://www.mmmpo2050.com/outreachBe well,Christiaan

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BIke to Work Day Friday
by Christiaan Abildso 19 May '21

19 May '21

I saw something about a ride Friday morning from Sabraton to WVU Evansdale campus for Bike to Work Day.Any details?I hope everyone is out enjoying this beautiful weather.Thanks! Christiaan

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Fw: Join Us for Infrastructure Week - May 10-14, 2021
by Christiaan Abildso 11 May '21

11 May '21

Interesting to see a community survey link from econ development group for input re: infrastructure...good opportunity to give feedback.Christiaan ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Morgantown Area Partnership <info(a)morgantownpartnership.com> Date: Mon, May 10, 2021 at 6:59 PM Subject: Join Us for Infrastructure Week - May 10-14, 2021 To: <laurie(a)ycfwv.org> | | | | | View this email in your browser | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Interested in learning more about the future of our local infrastructure? Join us for a week-long celebration of Infrastructure in the theme of: "Planning for the Future" Infrastructure Week is a national week of events; media coverage; and education and advocacy efforts to elevate infrastructure as a critical issue impacting all Americans. | | | | Learn More... | | | | We want to hear from you! You can voice your opinion on Infrastructure in Greater Morgantown in the Community Survey below. | | | | Community Survey Link | | | | | Public Events Be Sure to Register & Attend our Public Infrastructure Panels to Talk to the Experts. | | | | | | | | Critical Infrastructure Update Wednesday May 12, 2021 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM EDT Have you ever wondered how infrastructure projects get done and who is responsible? Join our public and private sector panelists to discuss transportation, broadband, sewer and water, and how they all tie together to make a better community. Panel will be followed by Q&A. Learn more & Register... | | | | | | | | | | | | Comprehensive Plan PanelFriday May 14, 2021 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT What impact does the comprehensive planning process have on our community? Why is public involvement important? Why are comprehensive plans important for economic development? County Commissioner Sean Sikora hosts a facilitated conversation with entities engaged in comprehensive planning this year. The session will be followed by Q&A. Learn more & Register... | | | | | Learn More... | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Copyright © Morgantown Area Partnership (2020) All rights reserved. www.morgantownpartnership.com Our mailing address is: 265 Spruce Street, Suite 100 Morgantown, WV 26505 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. Contact Us: 304.292.3311 | info(a)morgantownpartnership.com | | | | |

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Canceled: Bike Board Virtual Meetings
by Drew Gatlin 06 May '21

06 May '21

Hello, Thanks for the email. If you receive this message, know that I am out of the office and only checking my inbox sporadically. I'll be back on May 17th. Please reach out to Barb or Damien if you need help from engineering before then. Thanks! Drew

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Pop-up Traffic Calming on Wednesday, May 5th: Ross/Grand Corridor
by Drew Gatlin 01 May '21

01 May '21

Hello Traffic Commission, Ped Board, and Bike Board, Please find attached flyer for a pop-up traffic calming demonstration we'll be doing this Wednesday from 10am-6pm on the Ross/Grand corridor. Please help me spread the word! We'll be conducting a short walk-through/tour of the demo at 6:30pm, which will serve as the beginning of this month's Traffic Commission meeting before transitioning to King Street Park. If you want to come to the meeting, I suggest you bring a mask and a folding chair. Reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Thanks, Drew Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce Street, Room 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Office: (304) 284-7411 [cid:image001.png@01D73EAA.E1CB52C0]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov/>

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Meeting tonight: Link
by Drew Gatlin 08 Apr '21

08 Apr '21

Hello all! Link is here: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MGM1NmIzNjUtYTFlOS00… Thanks! Drew J. Drew Gatlin (he/his) Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 [forwards to mobile when in the field] Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:89b0bbb2-7e79-4d22-a93f-eebdc9ea6703]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov> Notice: Email is an inherently insecure means of communication. Any message sent or received by this email address is subject to regular review by third parties and, further, may be publicly disclosed through Freedom of Information Act<https://www.foia.gov/> requests.

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Bike Board: Rescheduled Meeting
by Drew Gatlin 08 Apr '21

08 Apr '21

Hello all! Here's a calendar link to tonight's meeting. I'll also send it out manually, given that some of you have trouble with these Outlook calendar invites. Talk soon! Drew ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MGM1NmIzNjUtYTFlOS00…> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=b5446bc3-a18b-4664-…> ________________________________________________________________________________

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No meeting tonight! Let's shoot for next Thursday.
by Drew Gatlin 01 Apr '21

01 Apr '21

April fooled me! I'll sign in, in case any of you want to chat, but no official meeting tonight. I hope you all have a great weekend. Let's shoot for next Thursday and chat about social rides. A reminder: if you feel called to step up and help guide the group, I would welcome your leadership at any time - even if you just wanted to help choose what we discuss. Best, Drew J. Drew Gatlin (he/his) Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 [forwards to mobile when in the field] Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:65660832-44d8-4abf-a555-1f47627d5fe7]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov> Notice: Email is an inherently insecure means of communication. Any message sent or received by this email address is subject to regular review by third parties and, further, may be publicly disclosed through Freedom of Information Act<https://www.foia.gov/> requests.

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Full Moon Social Ride: Tonight! 10pm
by Drew Gatlin 27 Mar '21

27 Mar '21

Hello Bike Board! We've been talking a lot about getting the social rides started back up. Tonight's pretty close to a full moon and we've got excellent weather, so let's ride! If you're on Facebook but don't know about the Social Rides group, check it out here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MowtownSocialRides/ Here's the verbiage I provided for the event description: It's been too long - let's restart these social rides with a special full-moon ride! Have you never ridden at night? You're in for a treat. The weather couldn't be more perfect. Make sure to bring a set of lights, some noisemakers, and whatever rations you need to get your creaky pandemic bones back in the saddle. We'll do as we have done - explore generally unknown routes, whimsical cut throughs, odd alleys, maybe visit some public art. We'll climb the hills - ya can't avoid them - and we'll roll down the other side to the creek bottoms. We'll have ya back before you turn into a pumpkin at midnight. We'll make a cloverleaf of a route, giving you a chance to hop off at least once in the middle if you want a shorter ride Guidelines: We’re a pack. Not a mass. TAKE A MASK TO DON WHEN YOU'RE NEAR OTHERS STOP AT YELLOW AND RED LIGHTS + YIELD AT STOP SIGNS STICK TOGETHER + STAY IN ONE LANE + HOLD YOUR LINE RESPECT ONE ANOTHER AND OTHER ROAD USERS CALL OUT CARS + COMMUNICATE WITH THE PACK Cheers, Drew J. Drew Gatlin (he/his) Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 [forwards to mobile when in the field] Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:6b90614f-136f-4593-9a75-e4f37bfbcd08]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov> Notice: Email is an inherently insecure means of communication. Any message sent or received by this email address is subject to regular review by third parties and, further, may be publicly disclosed through Freedom of Information Act<https://www.foia.gov/> requests.

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Bike Board: Semi-Monthly Meeting
by Drew Gatlin 18 Mar '21

18 Mar '21

Late reminder for the two-week meeting we scheduled last time we spoke! Tonight: further facilitated discussion connecting our identified "issues" with previously implemented successful strategies. ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NjY3MjU2OWMtNWQ0MC00…> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=b5446bc3-a18b-4664-…> ________________________________________________________________________________

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HB 2904 Robin W. Ames Memorial Act
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Mar '21

08 Mar '21

Yesterday, Evan Hansen introduced HB 2904 Robin W. Ames Memorial Act, https://www.wvlegislature.gov/bill_status/bills_history.cfm?INPUT=2904&year… <https://www.wvlegislature.gov/bill_status/bills_history.cfm?INPUT=2904&year…> The penalties for texting or using other hands-on devices while driving are minimal but if this bill becomes law, killing somebody or causing serious bodily injury could put the offender in state prison for years and revoke his or her driving license for 5 years to Life. 4ank

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Monthly Meeting: Tonight! 7-8:15pm
by Drew Gatlin 04 Mar '21

04 Mar '21

Hello all! A quick reminder of our regular monthly meeting, scheduled for tonight from 7:00-8:15pm. We've been doing great on keeping ourselves to the allotted time - thanks to everyone for making this happen! As I mentioned in last month's meeting email and at the end of last meeting, we'll continue with our facilitated discussion. This time we'll begin with the positives - our favorite roads to ride, what we like about the cycling community, what we see as the best examples of all things bike-related here in town. I'll be asking for your thoughts on how you recall they came to be, and what lessons we might learn from them to help us tackle our previously identified pressing issues. You should have a recurring meeting link on your calendars and/or in your Teams app - if you've lost track of that, no worries, just click here: Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_OTM3ZDNkYjctMWY1ZC00…> I encourage you to download the Microsoft teams app for whatever device you'll be using - it allows you to use the beloved gallery view modes, see the meeting chat, and utilize other goodies. Best, Drew Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce Street, Room 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Office: (304) 284-7411 [cid:image001.png@01D710FC.2764CF00]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov/>

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MMMPO Winter 2021 Newsletter
by Jessica Shuey 23 Feb '21

23 Feb '21

All: We are please to announce the Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization's first Newsletter! If you have any questions or comments please feel free to email myself or Bill. The newsletter is posted on the MMMPO's website along with links to everything mentioned in the newsletter. We look to hearing from you! Sincerely, *Jessica Shuey <http://linkedin.com/in/jessica-shuey-731a619a>* MMMPO & MCPC - Planner 304-284-7302 (Office) 304-709-4811 (Mobile) JShuey(a)plantogether.org (Work) JessicaDShuey(a)gmail.com (Personal) http://linkedin.com/in/jessica-shuey-731a619a *Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization (MMMPO):* www.plantogether.org https://www.linkedin.com/company/42408566 https://twitter.com/MonongaliaMpo https://www.instagram.com/morgantownmonongaliampo/ https://www.facebook.com/Morgantown-Monongalia-Metropolitan-Planning-Organi… morgantownmonongaliampo.tumblr.com *Bill Austin - *baustin(a)plantogether.org *Jing Zhang - *jzhang(a)plantogether.org *Monongalia County Planning Commission (MCPC):* https://monongaliacounty.gov/moncpc/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/42409676 https://twitter.com/MonongaliaC https://www.facebook.com/Monongalia-County-Planning-Commission-492734917403… monongaliac.tumblr.com *Andrew Gast-Bray - *agastbray(a)moncommission.com *Patricia Booth - *pbooth(a)moncommission.com *Monongalia County Floodplain:* https://monongaliacounty.gov/moncpc/about/floodplain/index.php *Michael A. Paugh - *mpaugh(a)moncommission.com

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Canceled: Bike Board: February Follow Up Mtg
by Drew Gatlin 18 Feb '21

18 Feb '21

Just canceling this teams thing!

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Fwd: Morgantown Cycling Meeting : Thursday (2/18) : 7:00PM-8:30PM est
by Drew Gatlin 18 Feb '21

18 Feb '21

FYI, in case you need a reminder! Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer City of Morgantown 389 Spruce St, Room 24 Office: 304-284-7411 ________________________________ From: Andrew Hoover <Andrew.Hoover(a)mail.wvu.edu> Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2021 6:28 PM To: Andrew Hoover Cc: Gregory Corio; Kat Andrus; Danny Twilley Subject: Re: Morgantown Cycling Meeting : Thursday (2/18) : 7:00PM-8:30PM est Hi everyone! Just wanted to make sure you have the zoom link handy. Looking forward to seeing you shortly!! Andrew Hoover is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Youth Cycling Coalition and OEDC Updates!! Time: Feb 18, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://wvu.zoom.us/j/95156862115 Andrew Hoover Program Director Science Behind the Sport [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/e4rahbJU8yVd0ngWZJzJfxPS5vvFWowOEdJ0DXIBF…] https://sciencebehindthesport.wvu.edu email: Andrew.Hoover(a)mail.wvu.edu cell: 304-641-1617 WVU Research Office 886 Chestnut Ridge Road, office 106 Morgantown WV, 20506 ________________________________ From: Andrew Hoover Sent: Sunday, February 14, 2021 12:09 PM To: Andrew Hoover <Andrew.Hoover(a)mail.wvu.edu> Cc: Gregory Corio <Greg.Corio(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Kat Andrus <kat(a)peopleforbikes.org>; Danny Twilley <danny.twilley(a)mail.wvu.edu> Subject: Morgantown Cycling Meeting : Thursday (2/18) : 7:00PM-8:30PM est Hello and Happy Valentine's Day fellow Morgantown Bike Enthusiasts!! [cid:53c8e7ca-5128-47cf-9f3b-9a8bb14627be] Andrew Hoover is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting (clickable link below). Topic: Youth Cycling Coalition and OEDC Updates!! Time: Feb 18, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://wvu.zoom.us/j/95156862115 Meeting ID: 951 5686 2115 One tap mobile +16465588656,,95156862115# US (New York) +13017158592,,95156862115# US (Washington DC) Dial by your location +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) 888 475 4499 US Toll-free 877 853 5257 US Toll-free Meeting ID: 951 5686 2115 Find your local number: https://wvu.zoom.us/u/adJd2roVUl best, Andrew Hoover Program Director Science Behind the Sport [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/e4rahbJU8yVd0ngWZJzJfxPS5vvFWowOEdJ0DXIBF…] https://sciencebehindthesport.wvu.edu email: Andrew.Hoover(a)mail.wvu.edu cell: 304-641-1617 WVU Research Office 886 Chestnut Ridge Road, office 106 Morgantown WV, 20506

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Meeting: This Thursday - External Presentation by WVU OEDC! Link inside
by Drew Gatlin 15 Feb '21

15 Feb '21

Hello Bike Board! An important set of developments and a related presentation / meeting scheduled to discuss them overlaps our scheduled meeting on this upcoming Thursday. Therefore, I am going to postpone the continuation of our facilitated internal goals and objectives exploration and ask that you consider attending the event. Before I describe the event, please note that this is not a public meeting - i.e. please do not distribute this invitation beyond this list. You are considered key advocates of the Morgantown cycling community. There will be others in attendance beyond the Bike Board. From what I understand, WVU's Outdoor Economic Development Collaborative<https://provost.wvu.edu/centers-institutes/oedc> will be presenting 1) a formal introduction to the Youth Cycling Coalition and 2) provide status updates on their work related to trail development and planning. Should be exciting and informative! Andrew Hoover is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting (clickable link below). Topic: Youth Cycling Coalition and OEDC Updates!! Time: Feb 18, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://wvu.zoom.us/j/95156862115 Meeting ID: 951 5686 2115 One tap mobile +16465588656,,95156862115# US (New York) +13017158592,,95156862115# US (Washington DC) Dial by your location +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) 888 475 4499 US Toll-free 877 853 5257 US Toll-free Meeting ID: 951 5686 2115 Find your local number: https://wvu.zoom.us/u/adJd2roVUl J. Drew Gatlin (he/his) Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 [forwards to mobile when in the field] Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:3bb3bb2a-6585-46d6-9b45-425dd395fcbe]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov> Notice: Email is an inherently insecure means of communication. Any message sent or received by this email address is subject to regular review by third parties and, further, may be publicly disclosed through Freedom of Information Act<https://www.foia.gov/> requests.

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Bike Board: February Follow Up Mtg
by Drew Gatlin 05 Feb '21

05 Feb '21

Hello all, Thanks for a great meeting last night! Here's an invite for the follow-up meeting we scheduled for two Thursdays from now. We'll keep working on the previously described facilitation. Keep a lookout for the collaborative document I described where we can write down our thoughts in-between meetings. Best, Drew ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MmM3ODgzNTUtYjk5Yi00…> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=b5446bc3-a18b-4664-…> ________________________________________________________________________________

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Bike Board Virtual Meetings
by Drew Gatlin 04 Feb '21

04 Feb '21

This is the recurring, first Thursday virtual meeting for Morgantown's Bike Board. ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_OTM3ZDNkYjctMWY1ZC00…> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=b5446bc3-a18b-4664-…> ________________________________________________________________________________

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Meeting(s) tomorrow - afternoon in person, 7pm virtual + paving list
by Drew Gatlin 04 Feb '21

04 Feb '21

Hi all! I recently sent the draft 2021 paving list to the ped board as tables within the email - probably didn't come out too well. For you, I present this excel file. Review at your leisure. Also note a document produced by the planning department in 2018 before the bike/ped plan was released. Some interesting thoughts here. Please let me know if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. Tomorrow I will be soaking up the sun and enjoying the warmest day in a while, looking at a couple places to incorporate bike/ped infrastructure. Here's my schedule, join me as you are able (and give me a heads up if you plan to!): 2pm - Cobun Ave, starting at South Walnut 3pm - Prairie Ave, starting at Wilson 4pm - Madigan Ave, starting at Barrickman Since I've heard from a couple of you that you won't be able to join in-person tomorrow, I will facilitate an hour-long discussion where we identify what we see as the most pressing issues in Morgantown cycling, how we would like to see them improved, who we think would best be suited to make the improvements happen, and any obstacles we might see that would prevent those improvements from happening. As time allows, we'll also explore what we think are the best aspects of Morgantown cycling, how we recall they came to be, and what lessons we might learn from them to help us tackle our pressing issues. Meeting is scheduled for 7pm - 8:15pm. We'll begin the facilitation promptly at 7:10pm, have a stretch break at 7:40, and then conclude at 8:15. We'll use Teams again. Be on the lookout for a calendar invite. See you tomorrow! -Drew J. Drew Gatlin (he/his) Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 [forwards to mobile when in the field] Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:9d0cfd7e-6000-42d6-94db-644c5381b6ac]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov> Notice: Email is an inherently insecure means of communication. Any message sent or received by this email address is subject to regular review by third parties and, further, may be publicly disclosed through Freedom of Information Act<https://www.foia.gov/> requests.

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Meeting tomorrow: Canceled! Tentatively rescheduled for next Thursday - in the field!
by Drew Gatlin 27 Jan '21

27 Jan '21

Hello all, To shake things up a bit and have some fun we're gonna meet in the outside for our next meeting - tomorrow's looking cold and next Thursday is looking like a fine day (so far!). Other reasons for the postpone-ment: * If we meet next week we'll get back on the regularly scheduled bike board time (first Thursdays) * I haven't yet sent out follow ups from the previous meeting and I want to give ya some time to digest those * See attached "tasks" file for what I presented two weeks ago * See also attached suggested bike/ped projects that were recommended by the MMMPO Regional Plan - just to get your gears turning for infrastructure stuff * Minutes soon! If we can meet outside next week, I propose we meet at one of the various bicycle boulevards we're planning to install as part of our resurfacing project this year - and we can run through some design options and see how we'd like to implement some of the less prescriptive suggestions from the plan. Potentially with tactical urbanism props. Definitely with masks! Options: Cobun, Eastern, Madigan, Maple, Oakland Hope this message finds you warm and toasty! Drew Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce Street, Room 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Office: (304) 284-7411 [cid:image001.png@01D6F4D8.786E82F0]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov/>

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WV Statewide long-range transportation plan
by Jessica Shuey 22 Jan '21

22 Jan '21

All – below is a link to do a quick survey for the state of WV regarding our statewide long-range transportation plan. This plan includes all modes of transportation and we would gladly welcome your thoughts and input from this survey. Additionally, if there is anyone or any organizations you would like to share this with, please feel free to do so. We value everyone’s input. Thank you. https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6025266/West-Virginia-2050-LRTP-Needs-Assess… Stay safe and have a wonderful weekend. Sincerely, *Jessica Shuey <http://linkedin.com/in/jessica-shuey-731a619a>* MMMPO & MCPC - Planner 304-284-7302 (Office) 304-709-4811 (Mobile) JShuey(a)plantogether.org (Work) JessicaDShuey(a)gmail.com (Personal) http://linkedin.com/in/jessica-shuey-731a619a *Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization (MMMPO):* www.plantogether.org https://www.linkedin.com/company/42408566 https://twitter.com/MonongaliaMpo https://www.instagram.com/morgantownmonongaliampo/ https://www.facebook.com/Morgantown-Monongalia-Metropolitan-Planning-Organi… morgantownmonongaliampo.tumblr.com *Bill Austin - *baustin(a)plantogether.org *Jing Zhang - *jzhang(a)plantogether.org *Monongalia County Planning Commission (MCPC):* https://monongaliacounty.gov/moncpc/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/42409676 https://twitter.com/MonongaliaC https://www.facebook.com/Monongalia-County-Planning-Commission-492734917403… monongaliac.tumblr.com *Andrew Gast-Bray - *agastbray(a)moncommission.com *Patricia Booth - *pbooth(a)moncommission.com *Monongalia County Floodplain:* https://monongaliacounty.gov/moncpc/about/floodplain/index.php *Michael A. Paugh - *mpaugh(a)moncommission.com

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Meeting: Tonight! Basic Agenda (no prework required) + video chat links
by Drew Gatlin 14 Jan '21

14 Jan '21

Friends, colleagues, advocates - We're meeting tonight, 6:30p-7:30p. Basic agenda is as follows: 1) Introductions 2) I will review a basic structure of desired tasks / roles I would consider appropriate / desireable from the city for a future bike board. We'll have time to chat about this. 3) I will give a quick review of the People for Bikes Bicycle Network Analysis, and request help in updating our area's OpenStreetMap data to help us get a more accurate and meaningful score 4) We'll chat quickly about the new Bicycle Friendly Community application 5) I'll ask for help in promoting our next meeting, in two weeks. Specifically, I would like some help in getting our social media (ugh, I know!) back up and running if anyone is interested in helping with that. Let's try to meet on Microsoft (ugh, I know!) Teams - no download should be required on your part (you should be able to participate using the browser of your choice). I sent an invite earlier - please let me know if you did not receive it. IF teams doesn't work, and only then, we'll fall back onto good ol' zoom, using below: Topic: Drew Gatlin's Personal Meeting Room Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/8286021906?pwd=OTUvekdyV1VlUVo0a21WN2tWSitFdz09 Meeting ID: 828 602 1906 Passcode: pedboard J. Drew Gatlin (he/his) Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 [forwards to mobile when in the field] Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:0ae4adfe-6fd2-4ed8-b828-f1eb5d12bef9]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov> Notice: Email is an inherently insecure means of communication. Any message sent or received by this email address is subject to regular review by third parties and, further, may be publicly disclosed through Freedom of Information Act<https://www.foia.gov/> requests.

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Bike Board Reformation!
by Drew Gatlin 14 Jan '21

14 Jan '21

Let’s try this Microsoft Teams platform to meet this evening ... it seems to work on all browsers (no download required! Reject it if it asks you!) and doesn’t clip out as much as the others do when multiple people are talking. I’ll have an emergency zoom backup if we can’t get it to work. ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZGQ5OTBjMGQtNjM4My00…> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=b5446bc3-a18b-4664-…> ________________________________________________________________________________

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November Meeting Recap + Fw: Tell Us About Your Progress to Make Biking Better in Your City
by Drew Gatlin 05 Jan '21

05 Jan '21

Hello friends of the Bike Board - Happy New Year! First off, I want to extend my deepest thanks to Andrew Hoover, Erin O'Brian, and Jessica Shuey - all new faces to these meetings - for taking your time and energy to participate in this newest incarnation of the bike board. Frank, Marilyn, Jonathan, Chip - always excellent to work with you. I'm excited for the future of this board and its activities! In our November 9thmeeting, we chose to meet every two weeks to help keep the momentum and avoid fatigue. We kept that meeting to a (relatively) scant 1.5 hours, and I promise that all future meetings will stick to that length or shorter (aiming for an hour these days). Thusly, I'd like to schedule a meeting for next week or the week after, and again one in the latter half of January based on our previously stated desire to meet every two weeks. Please fill out this doodle poll<https://doodle.com/poll/hmndbw2aai7tz94n?utm_source=poll&utm_medium=link>, and please forgive the false start. I don't know about you all, but these past couple months have been a doozy and a half. Onward, through the fog! Random bits of good news: * The MMMPO has formed a working committee to develop and implement a bike/ped data collection program for our region. More to come on that. * Those groundbreaking youth initiatives we were discussing at the end of our last meeting are still simmering behind the scenes. If you want to know more you should attend the next meeting! * We are 95% likely to make the recently installed bike lane up Eighth St. from Beechurst to Grant a protected bike lane * We're working to include explicit bicycle facility improvements on about half of our paving list next year (which I could use your help reviewing!) Also, I wanted to forward the email below as one of my follow ups to our meeting. One of the first things I'll be doing in 2021 is completing this People For Bike's Snapshot - I'd like your help on it primarily by filling out and spreading around the Community Survey<https://u8232924.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=-2FQ23vsRKP4fdjLiX7FqTpl2mpwd…> to help us get a proper review. Let me know your thoughts, and I hope you have a wonderful New Year. Best, Drew J. Drew Gatlin (he/his) Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 [forwards to mobile when in the field] Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:1eb3965c-62af-4b5a-93f9-b96451444b6e]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov/> Notice: Email is an inherently insecure means of communication. Any message sent or received by this email address is subject to regular review by third parties and, further, may be publicly disclosed through Freedom of Information Act<https://www.foia.gov/> requests. ________________________________ From: Kyle Wagenschutz <placesforbikes(a)peopleforbikes.org> Sent: Thursday, December 3, 2020 6:05 PM To: Drew Gatlin <jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov> Subject: Tell Us About Your Progress to Make Biking Better in Your City [https://d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net/public/users/Integrators/16d61ce2-01c…]<https://u8232924.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=-2FQ23vsRKP4fdjLiX7FqTpgXCj3-…> Greetings Drew, We're hard at work updating the PlacesForBikes City Ratings<https://u8232924.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=-2FQ23vsRKP4fdjLiX7FqTpgXCj3-…> program to deliver new, improved ratings for 2021. Next year, our program will evaluate more than 600 U.S. cities and add comparisons to 100 international cities across Australia, Canada and Europe. To reduce year-to-year variability and emphasize the importance of building great and well-connected bike networks, PeopleForBikes is pleased to announce that our City Ratings program will undergo a number of improvements in 2021: * Cities will be scored in only two categories: Network and Community. Our Network analysis evaluates how well your city’s bike network connects people to everyday destinations while the Community score helps us understand local perceptions of biking in your city. * Ridership, safety and equity will be benchmarked, but those categories will no longer contribute to your city’s overall score. Ridership, safety and equity measures all improve when your bike network is strong throughout the city, so this data will become supplementary rather than scored as a primary factor. To help accomplish these changes, we've already made improvements to our Bicycle Network Analysis<https://u8232924.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=-2FQ23vsRKP4fdjLiX7FqTppjkLJ9…> and launched our Community Survey<https://u8232924.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=-2FQ23vsRKP4fdjLiX7FqTpl2mpwd…> to gather feedback from thousands of residents in your city. Now it's time to reach out to you, our city leaders, to complete a City Snapshot<https://u8232924.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=-2FQ23vsRKP4fdjLiX7FqTplTPy5F…>. The City Snapshot is a 23-question survey about your current and planned street improvements. The information you provide will help us illustrate local progress, speaking to a broad audience about your city’s recent successes and plans for the future. Participation is completely voluntary, and will not influence your annual scores, but does help PeopleForBikes make accurate recommendations that will improve bicycling for everyone. We ask that you submit a City Snapshot for your city by January 29th, 2021. SUBMIT A CITY SNAPSHOT FOR YOUR COMMUNITY<https://u8232924.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=-2FQ23vsRKP4fdjLiX7FqTplTPy5F…> To minimize the time it will take to review and provide answers online, here is a PDF version of the survey<https://u8232924.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=-2FQ23vsRKP4fdjLiX7FqTpqckmAz…> for your reference. Questions about the PlacesForBikes City Ratings or City Snapshot? Email us<mailto:placesforbikes@peopleforbikes.org?subject=City%20Snapshot> to set up a time to chat. We look forward to receiving your completed City Snapshot. If you have received this email in error, please forward this message to the appropriate contact at the city. Best, Kyle Wagenschutz<mailto:kyle@peopleforbikes.org> VP of Local Innovation PeopleForBikes [Facebook]<https://u8232924.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=-2FQ23vsRKP4fdjLiX7FqTpqJQESe…> [Twitter]<https://u8232924.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=-2FQ23vsRKP4fdjLiX7FqTpkfMZIE…> [Instagram]<https://u8232924.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=-2FQ23vsRKP4fdjLiX7FqTptGiyz-…> [YouTube]<https://u8232924.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=-2FQ23vsRKP4fdjLiX7FqTpifo-2F…> PeopleForBikes P.O. Box 2359 Boulder, CO 80306 Unsubscribe<https://u8232924.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=-2FQ23vsRKP4fdjLiX7FqTphxVtOE…> © 2020 PeopleForBikes. All rights reserved.

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Fw: Van Voorhis Road Environmental Study
by Christiaan Abildso 10 Dec '20

10 Dec '20

Friends -Please find a full report of the Van Voorhis environmental study. I've included a nice image from page 2 of the document that shows the improvements proposed for the entire length of the project. It seems a lot of new sidewalk for peds and shoulders/climbing lanes for bicycle riders have been included. I greatly appreciate that ALL public comments and responses to them are included in Appendix B of the online report. I am most excited by this response to numerous, numerous comments requesting additional sidewalk:"UPDATE - Following the virtual public meeting, DOH has re-evaluated the proposedsidewalk design and intends to modify the plans to include a sidewalk on one side of the roadfrom WV 705 to the northern end of this project just south of West Run Road." Despite difficult topography, a more complete street is being created for all users.Thank you all for your continued dedication to multimodal travel! It is rewarding to see the impact of our collective input, and DOH should be commended. Be well,Christiaan ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Bill Austin <baustin(a)plantogether.org>To: "statler4board(a)hotmail.com" <statler4board(a)hotmail.com>; Tom Bloom <tbloom(a)moncommission.com>; Patty Lewis <gmmayor(a)wvgranville.com>; michaellkellywv <michaellkellywv(a)gmail.com>; Sean Sikora <ssikora(a)moncommission.com>; Ed Hawkins <dr.hawk(a)comcast.net>; William Kawecki (C.C. Ward 2) <wkawecki(a)morgantownwv.gov>; Jenny Selin (C.C. Ward 4) <jselin(a)morgantownwv.gov>; Dave Harshbarger <dharshbarger(a)morgantownwv.gov>; Lilly, James <jlilly(a)icmarc.org>; Steven Blinco <sblinco(a)k12.wv.us>; David Bruffy <bruffy(a)busride.org>; Carr, Brian E <brian.e.carr(a)wv.gov>Cc: Rennetta McClure <rmcclure(a)moncommission.com>; Emily Muzzarelli <emuzzarelli(a)morgantownwv.gov>; Andrew Gast-Bray <agastbray(a)moncommission.com>; John Whitmore <jwhitmore(a)morgantownwv.gov>; Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>; Damien Davis <ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov>; Drew Gatlin <jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov>; Jing Zhang <jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com>; Jessica Shuey <jshuey(a)plantogether.org>Sent: Wednesday, December 9, 2020, 10:49:26 AM ESTSubject: Van Voorhis Road Environmental Study MPO Policy Board Members, This email is to let you know that the WVDOH has finalized the design and environmental documentation for the Van Voorhis improvement project. The project includes partial widening to three lanes in the vicinity of Burroughs Street, and improved drainage and shoulders as well as wider lane width the length of the project. It also now includes sidewalk on one side of the road essentially the entire length of the project. (The sidewalk is on the east side of the road from West Run to Newbury Lane and on the east side of Van Voorhis from Newberry Lane to Burroughs Street. The project also includes the relocation of the driveway at Advantage Health. A map showing the improvements is attached to this email. You can access the entire document from the WVDOH website at the link below: https://transportation.wv.gov/highways/engineering/comment/closed/VanVoorhi… Please let me know if you have any questions in this matter or if we may be of any assistance. Respectfully, Bill Austin, AICP Executive Director Morgantown Monongalia MPO 243 High Street Room 110 Morgantown, WV 26505 304-291-9571 Office 304-692-7225 Mobile “Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.” John F. Kennedy “In any given moment we have two options: to step forward into growth or step back into safety.” Abraham Maslow

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Bike Board: General Meeting Time - You Pick 'Em + Draft Agenda + Riverfront Bike Parking Inventory Wednesday Afternoon
by Drew Gatlin 05 Nov '20

05 Nov '20

Hello Bike Board + new faces! Thank you kindly for your emails a couple weeks ago on the various topics I raised. First thing - I will be down on the Riverfront* Wednesday afternoon (looks like decent weather) to have a look-see and continue fleshing out our bicycle parking inventory. If any of you are available Wednesday afternoon / early evening and would like to join, socially distanced, please reach out! Secondly, please click here<https://doodle.com/poll/svhprhw3kyqgkahc?utm_source=poll&utm_medium=link> to indicate your availability for a virtual meeting. Options on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Thirdly, and finally, on the draft agenda, which must be published tomorrow if we are to have a meeting on Monday, I have: 1) Election of interim leadership team 2) E-bikes: incorporating recently passed WV state laws into our municipal code 3) Riverfront bike parking assessment Maybe also - 4) Website plans 5) Bicycle Friendly Community + Bicycle Network Analysis applications That's a lot to fit in 1.5 hours, so make sure to come prepared! Minimal read-aheads will be sent out tomorrow. Lemme know if you have any questions, and thank you all for your service to Morgantown! -Drew *When I say Riverfront, I mean the entire stretch of the Mon within Morgantown city limits J. Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:a7b86905-19a4-495a-bde4-b6f30e5f4bae]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov>

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City of Morgantown Board and Commission 'All Hands' Overview - participation form
by Christine Wade 04 Nov '20

04 Nov '20

Hello everyone, I hope this finds you all well. As you know on July 20, 2020, at 3:30 p.m. we held our very first City of Morgantown Board and Commission “All Hands” Overview. After the event Ryan and I received positive comments from board members and they were much appreciated. Our plan is to hold an overview once a year, but we can hold them more frequently if folks feel there is a need. For tracking purposes, if you did participate in the July overview please complete the participation form via the link here https://www.morgantownwv.gov/FormCenter/Boards-and-Commissions-Application-… by COB Wednesday, November 11, 2020, to receive credit for attending. We welcome your comments, feedback, suggestions, etc., so please be sure to include them when completing the form. If you were unable to attend please respond to this email and I will be sure to include you in our next invite. On behalf of the City of Morgantown, thank you once again for all that you do, and for your service to our amazing city, it has not gone unnoticed. Stay well. Christine M. Wade City Clerk City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office 304-284-7434 cwade(a)morgantownwv.gov<mailto:cwade@morgantownwv.gov> [cid:image001.png@01D6B2D1.271ED790]

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DOH Beechurst Widening / Upgrades Project - Please send comments to me ASAP
by Drew Gatlin 28 Oct '20

28 Oct '20

Hello Bike Board, Please excuse this second email in as many days - we need your input! DOH has asked us for comment, due at the end of this week. We are trying to get that deadline extended, but, in any case, please expedite your review if possible. Attached you'll find various documents related to the DOH's project to widen sections of Beechurst and redo some of the intersections between Fayette and Campus Dr. They include: 1. A document I prepared ('Beechurst Plans Review Notes') that contains two lists under the following headings * “A few things to note as you look through this voluminous document” * “City administration has noted the following, which would be helpful to know if you agree with” 2. A full plan set (the 15MB file) 3. An abbreviated plan set if you are rushed on time I highly recommend viewing these plans on a large screen monitor if you have access to one. Finally, please excuse if you get multiple copies of this email (you will if you also serve on the Ped Board and/or the Traffic Commission). Best, Drew J. Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:c8916f68-3f65-41d1-b128-7e162015ad19]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov>

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Reminder - Greenbag public comments due Oct 29th!
by Christiaan Abildso 27 Oct '20

27 Oct '20

All - just a friendly reminder to please submit comments about the Greenbag Road design by Thursday! And, PLEASE share with friends & neighbors! I've shared my comment previously, so this is just a reminder. There's a link to an online form at this page: https://transportation.wv.gov/highways/engineering/comment/greenbagroadimpr… The direct link to the form is https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=As8mikpDHkOMrX6u-X70hP1… Project details are available here and here.Thanks so much. This is critical!Be well,Christiaan

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Green Bag Road Comment submission, due Oct 29th
by Christiaan Abildso 23 Oct '20

23 Oct '20

Friends -I've been involved in discussions by email & Zoom with multiple groups interested in this topic the last few days. If I may, while we may differ on some specific details of the engineering and the location of the roundabout at Dorsey, I think we are all likely to agree that this is a major opportunity to redesign a corridor to meet the interests of safe ped/bike transportation, connections with recreation assets, and improved vehicular safety & movement. Based on recent experience with Van Voorhis, I have come to understand that the volume of submissions in support for ped/bike infrastructure is critical. The comments all go to the FHWA, who may then make recommendations to the WVDOH if the volume of comments is overwhelming. The link was actually fairly well hidden. There's a link to an online form at this page: https://transportation.wv.gov/highways/engineering/comment/greenbagroadimpr… The direct link to the form is https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=As8mikpDHkOMrX6u-X70hP1… Project details are available here and here. I've pasted my submission below (and attached a text file). Feel free to use any or all of it (or none of it). I hope it helps. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE submit comments even if it's a very short "we need a safer way to walk and bike to school"!Thank you all for taking time to submit comments!Christiaan---- I appreciate and applaud everyone's hard work balancing the many interests on this project. It is a very important one for the future of the Morgantown region! As noted in the main page for this project: "Community involvement in the development of the Morgantown Monongalia Planning Association (MMMPO) Greenbag Road Corridor Study (2015) identified pedestrian facilities to connect the neighborhood schools with the commercial and residential areas as a key issue for community safety and access." While I applaud the DOH's work to include pedestrian infrastructure and some bike accommodations on the western half of the project, to not connect hundreds of residents and multiple businesses on the east side of Mountainview is contrary to that statement, and I hope the DOH will strongly reconsider the design from the Dorsey intersection eastward. I'd like to respectfully submit these points for consideration in the design:1) sidewalk the entire length of the project on the north side of Greenbag is a good option for pedestrians, though a multi-use path would be much safer and encouraging for the average pedestrian or bicyclist2) I fully support the sidewalk as designed on the east side of Dorsey, connecting Greenbag to Luckey Lane and Mountainview ES3) I fully support the sidewalk on Luckey Lane, but would like it to extend the entire length of Luckey Lane4) I fully support the roundabouts as designed. I hate to see the loss of land for the community farm but understand why that is the chosen alternative5) <<From Dorsey intersection to the east>>: the lack of ped/bike infrastructure on this section of the project is a major concern and contrary to public feedback as noted above. Thus, I strongly recommend (a) a 5' sidewalk on the north side of Greenbag + paved shoulders or bike lanes on both sides, or (b) preferably, a 10-12' multiuse path on the north side of Greenbag from the Dorsey intersection to the eastern terminus of the project to connect the schools to hundreds of residents in the housing developments that are accessed from Jonathon Lane, Ashworth Lane, and Long Branch Drive. ---Alternatively, if the Luckey Lane to Dorsey Ave section is absolutely impossible for ped/bike infrastructure along Greenbag, at a minimum a sidewalk or multiuse path is requested from the Luckey Lane intersection w/Greenbag to the eastern terminus of the project6) <<From Dorsey intersection to the west>>: I appreciate the bicycle accommodations (3-4' shoulders), but those will be very uncomfortable for the average bicycle rider because of the proximity to high speed and volume of traffic (I've ridden that stretch with my 11 year old son, so we know). I'd ask that an alternative be considered that could support both pedestrians and bicycle riders ---> a 10-12' multi-use path, separated from the road (rather than the ~12' of paved shoulders & sidewalk that are currently proposed from the Dorsey intersection, westward)7) <<From Dorsey intersection to the west>>: I strongly recommend a safe pedestrian crossing from the western terminus of the sidewalk on the north side of Greenbag (near the Goodyear Auto building) to the south side of Greenbag (Giant Eagle/mall) - a HAWK signal is a good recommendation. This could serve significant community interest in connecting White Park by trail to Dorsey's Knob park & trails. To summarize, pedestrians and bicyclists of all ages and skill levels should be supported along this <entire project corridor>, ideally with a 10-12' multi-use path separated from traffic on the north side of Greenbag, alternatively by using a sidewalk and two paved shoulders. I greatly appreciate the opportunity to comment on a project that will have a major impact on our area for decades. Many of us have been working for improvements throughout the entire region for pedestrians and bicyclists, and this corridor is a critical piece of the puzzle. Thank you!---------

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Help! Website + Riverfront Bike Parking - Assessment + Meeting?
by Drew Gatlin 07 Oct '20

07 Oct '20

Hello BikeMorgantown! A few things: First, I need the help of your expert minds! We need to perform a comprehensive assessment of the bike parking along the Morgantown Riverfront. A decent amount of inventorying has already been performed using RackSpotter.com. However, this did not include the following, which we need: 1. Comments on each of the existing bicycle parking locations * Is it enough? * Is the rack design satisfactory? * It necessary, or is it chronically underutilized? 2. Identification of areas that lack any current bike parking and need installation of new parking Please let me know if you would like to be part of this project, and if so, how you would like to be involved. Final expected product would be: a map and/or document ID'ing all existing locations and needed locations with the above information. You could probably do this entirely in RackSpotter, but we don't have easy access to the database to manipulate the presentation of the data. Second, www.bikemorgantown.com<http://www.bikemorgantown.com> is up for renewal. You have a few options: 1. Ask the city to pay to renew the domain 2. Abandon the domain and incorporate the content onto the morgantownwv.gov website 3. Allow the domain to lapse entirely 4. Request that the city transfer the domain to some separate entity (would need to be a nonprofit, I think) Some considerations for the website: 1. If you wish to have the city pay to renew the domain, you need to articulate why maintaining the website is a "need" - we continue to be in a spending freeze 2. In 2018, the board drafted a new website for BikeMorgantown but never pulled the trigger: https://bikemorgantown.wixsite.com/home 3. During that time, they unpublished most existing content from www.bikemorgantown.com<http://www.bikemorgantown.com/> 4. If we kept the existing domain, we would need to map the new content to it. 5. If transferred to pages within morgantownwv.gov, it's likely that we will need to build several sub-pages. Third, we have a few people interested in joining the bike board. We should meet. Can someone throw out a day/time as a suggestion? I would prefer by the end of next week. Hope you're all well! Drew J. Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:ab4984f4-0837-4c4f-90c3-8a23f215cba6]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov>

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Re: Help! Website + Riverfront Bike Parking - Assessment + Meeting?
by Chip Wamsley 07 Oct '20

07 Oct '20

I would be willing to help with the parking assessment along the riverfront. As for the website, incorporating it as part of the city website would be a lot easier for maintnenance since we now have a dedicated communications person on staff at the city. The reason the board developed our own website 10+ years ago was that we had some grant money and there was no dedicated person at the city. The revamp of the website came about due to running out of grant money and wanting to streamline the content after living with the original version. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin" jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov Sent: 10/5/2020 4:49:30 PM To: "Bike Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Help! Website + Riverfront Bike Parking - Assessment + Meeting? P {margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;} Hello BikeMorgantown! A few things: First, I need the help of your expert minds! We need to perform a comprehensive assessment of the bike parking along the Morgantown Riverfront. A decent amount of inventorying has already been performed using RackSpotter.com. However, this did not include the following, which we need: Comments on each of the existing bicycle parking locations Is it enough? Is the rack design satisfactory? It necessary, or is it chronically underutilized? Identification of areas that lack any current bike parking and need installation of new parking Please let me know if you would like to be part of this project, and if so, how you would like to be involved. Final expected product would be: a map and/or document ID'ing all existing locations and needed locations with the above information. You could probably do this entirely in RackSpotter, but we don't have easy access to the database to manipulate the presentation of the data. Second, www.bikemorgantown.com is up for renewal. You have a few options: Ask the city to pay to renew the domain Abandon the domain and incorporate the content onto the morgantownwv.gov website Allow the domain to lapse entirely Request that the city transfer the domain to some separate entity (would need to be a nonprofit, I think) Some considerations for the website: If you wish to have the city pay to renew the domain, you need to articulate why maintaining the website is a "need" - we continue to be in a spending freeze In 2018, the board drafted a new website for BikeMorgantown but never pulled the trigger: https://bikemorgantown.wixsite.com/home During that time, they unpublished most existing content from www.bikemorgantown.com If we kept the existing domain, we would need to map the new content to it. If transferred to pages within morgantownwv.gov, it's likely that we will need to build several sub-pages. Third, we have a few people interested in joining the bike board. We should meet. Can someone throw out a day/time as a suggestion? I would prefer by the end of next week. Hope you're all well! Drew J. Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409

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Re: Potential Meeting: Next Wednesday, July 29th, 2020
by Chip Wamsley 30 Jul '20

30 Jul '20

Drew, Sounds good, the virtual meetings work good if there are people who might be out of town, that might be before Harry's hip surgery and Marilyn might be back. I can send out a summary of the new bike friendly app, it is different from the last one with a slightly different slant and the info from the alta and stantec studies should help supply some of the metrics. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin" jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov Sent: 7/20/2020 6:34:34 PM To: "Bike Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Potential Meeting: Next Wednesday, July 29th, 2020 P {margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;} Previous members of the bike board, There's been some discussion about trying to meet over the past few months, and a few items that have come by my desk that would benefit from citizen review. One more came up today, so I'd like to propose either a virtual or a socially distanced outdoor meeting on Wednesday, July 29th from 4:30-5:30pm. Open to other suggestions for time. On the potential agenda: 1) A comprehensive and holistic assessment of all bike parking facilities along the Riverfront. Objective is to provide assessment to Mon River Revitalization Task Force and suggest desires for consistency or diversity, where to install new ones, where to remove / relocate ones that aren't working, and which to replace with better designs. Goal of assessment is to help task force maximize the ability of cyclists to use Riverfront amenities while minimizing damage to trees and other infrastructure that might come from unplanned bike parking. 2) The People for Bikes city scores / Bicycle Network Analysis: Review of 2020 rating and plan to update open street map with current data to better inform 2021 analysis 3) Expiration of Morgantown's Bronze level BFC award this fall, and decision whether / plan to re-apply. Thoughts? We could call this a temporary working group if you'd like to not commit to re-starting the bike board. Might help calm the nerves! -Drew J. Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409

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Re: Potential Meeting: Next Wednesday, July 29th, 2020
by Chip Wamsley 29 Jul '20

29 Jul '20

See everyone then. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin" jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov Sent: 7/28/2020 6:19:31 PM To: "Marilyn Newcome" mjcycling(a)msn.com, "Bill Kawecki" wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net, "Chip Wamsley" chip(a)wamsleycycles.com, "Bike Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Cc: "chipwamsley(a)gmail.com" chipwamsley(a)gmail.com Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] Re: Potential Meeting: Next Wednesday, July 29th, 2020 v\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);}o\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);}w\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);}.shape {behavior:url(#default#VML);} All, As I mentioned last week, I will host a bike board virtual meeting tomorrow from 4:30pm 5:30pm using the following Zoom videoconference details: Drew Gatlin is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Drew Gatlin's Personal Meeting Room Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/8286021906?pwd=cDc4QVNIQVhSSXppQ3hVcmVISHNSUT09 Meeting ID: 828 602 1906 Passcode: 4vkd25 Well need to re-start the meeting halfway through due to the limited time available, but Ill walk yall through it as we get to that point. If you cant join because of lack of access to a computer, let me know and Ill find out some workaround. Agenda will be as discussed earlier in this chain, including artistic bike racks. Best, Drew From: Marilyn Newcome mjcycling(a)msn.com Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 5:18 PM To: Bill Kawecki wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net Chip Wamsley chip(a)wamsleycycles.com Drew Gatlin jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov Bike Board bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Re: Potential Meeting: Next Wednesday, July 29th, 2020 Those bike racks are too cute. I wouldn't want to park my bike on them. Lol. Cool idea. The 29th is goid for me. Marilyn Sent from my LG Mobile ------ Original message------ From: Bill Kawecki Date: Mon, Jul 20, 2020 9:33 PM To: Chip Wamsley;Drew Gatlin;Bike Board; Cc: Subject:[Bikeboard] Re: Potential Meeting: Next Wednesday, July 29th, 2020 I would like to add a possible agenda item. There is some local enthusiasm for sculpture as functioning bike racks. Pittsburgh has a few: https://trustarts.org/pct_home/visual-arts/public-art/bike-racks What should a sculptor/artist know to allow their work to be utilitarian, are there specifications that can be shared. Thanks, Bill Kawecki Morgantown City Council, 2nd Ward wkawecki(a)morgantownwv.gov 304-292-5154 You may disregard if you are a public employee On 07/20/2020 8:17 PM Chip Wamsley chip(a)wamsleycycles.com wrote: Drew, Sounds good, the virtual meetings work good if there are people who might be out of town, that might be before Harry's hip surgery and Marilyn might be back. I can send out a summary of the new bike friendly app, it is different from the last one with a slightly different slant and the info from the alta and stantec studies should help supply some of the metrics. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin" jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov Sent: 7/20/2020 6:34:34 PM To: "Bike Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Potential Meeting: Next Wednesday, July 29th, 2020 P {margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;} Previous members of the bike board, There's been some discussion about trying to meet over the past few months, and a few items that have come by my desk that would benefit from citizen review. One more came up today, so I'd like to propose either a virtual or a socially distanced outdoor meeting on Wednesday, July 29th from 4:30-5:30pm. Open to other suggestions for time. On the potential agenda: 1) A comprehensive and holistic assessment of all bike parking facilities along the Riverfront. Objective is to provide assessment to Mon River Revitalization Task Force and suggest desires for consistency or diversity, where to install new ones, where to remove / relocate ones that aren't working, and which to replace with better designs. Goal of assessment is to help task force maximize the ability of cyclists to use Riverfront amenities while minimizing damage to trees and other infrastructure that might come from unplanned bike parking. 2) The People for Bikes city scores / Bicycle Network Analysis: Review of 2020 rating and plan to update open street map with current data to better inform 2021 analysis 3) Expiration of Morgantown's Bronze level BFC award this fall, and decision whether / plan to re-apply. Thoughts? We could call this a temporary working group if you'd like to not commit to re-starting the bike board. Might help calm the nerves! -Drew J. Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list -- bikeboard(a)lists.bikelover.org To unsubscribe send an email to bikeboard-leave(a)lists.bikelover.org To view this discussion on the web visit https://lists.bikelover.org/hyperkitty/list/bikeboard@lists.bikelover.org/m…

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Potential Meeting: Next Wednesday, July 29th, 2020
by Drew Gatlin 20 Jul '20

20 Jul '20

Previous members of the bike board, There's been some discussion about trying to meet over the past few months, and a few items that have come by my desk that would benefit from citizen review. One more came up today, so I'd like to propose either a virtual or a socially distanced outdoor meeting on Wednesday, July 29th from 4:30-5:30pm. Open to other suggestions for time. On the potential agenda: 1) A comprehensive and holistic assessment of all bike parking facilities along the Riverfront. Objective is to provide assessment to Mon River Revitalization Task Force and suggest desires for consistency or diversity, where to install new ones, where to remove / relocate ones that aren't working, and which to replace with better designs. Goal of assessment is to help task force maximize the ability of cyclists to use Riverfront amenities while minimizing damage to trees and other infrastructure that might come from unplanned bike parking. 2) The People for Bikes city scores / Bicycle Network Analysis: Review of 2020 rating and plan to update open street map with current data to better inform 2021 analysis 3) Expiration of Morgantown's Bronze level BFC award this fall, and decision whether / plan to re-apply. Thoughts? We could call this a temporary working group if you'd like to not commit to re-starting the bike board. Might help calm the nerves! -Drew J. Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:876de1e8-1e82-4b2f-aa87-3c86a4f13582]

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City of Morgantown Board and Commission 'All Hands' Overview - meeting materials
by Ryan P. Simonton 19 Jul '20

19 Jul '20

Good evening Everyone, Meeting materials for tomorrow's board and commission member training are attached here for your reference. These include linked laws and documents relevant to your work. Please don't feel obligated to review these ahead of the meeting, but I'll be glad to address any thoughts or questions you may have about them. Thank you, Ryan [Kay Casto]<http://www.kaycasto.com/> Ryan P. Simonton Attorney KAY CASTO & CHANEY PLLC rsimonton(a)kaycasto.com<mailto:rsimonton@kaycasto.com> | 150 Clay Street, Suite 100 Morgantown, WV 26501 Phone: (304) 225-0970 | Fax: (304) 225-0974 [A Mertias Member Firm]<http://meritas.org/firm.aspx?firmid=67680> Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail and any attachments are confidential and may be protected by legal privilege. If you are not the intended recipient, be aware that any disclosure, copying, distribution or use of this e-mail or any attachment is prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify us immediately by returning it to the sender, delete this copy from your system and destroy all printed copies. Thank you for your cooperation.

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Petition to City of Morgantown to temporarily close neighborhood streets
by Christiaan Abildso 18 Jul '20

18 Jul '20

Greetings friends -This is for City residents only. I have been engaging in discussions with my City Council rep, Rachel Fetty, and with our good friends Drew Gatlin & Damien Davis with City Engineering about this. To support their efforts and take this city-wide, I have created an online petition asking the City of Morgantown to immediately institute a "Healthy Streets" program to temporarily close non-arterial streets ("neighborhood streets") to thru traffic. This would provide space on streets for the free flow of bicyclists, runners, and walkers at a 6' distance, and for safe play by neighborhood children without the fear of heavy traffic - while still allowing vehicular use by residents and essential vehicles (USPS, contractors, etc). I think we all recognize the need for more places to ride and exercise. We have seen an increase in rail-trail traffic, according to our infrared sensor counts, in nearly all locations compared with 2019. In some, like Van Voorhis and Mellons Chapel, we have seen a doubling of trail traffic (even with the WVU students not in town)! Dozens upon dozens of larger cities are doing this around the country. I'd like to see Morgantown join in. And I hope you do too. The URL to the petition is https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/healthy-streets-morgantown If you support this effort, please sign the petition and forward to as many City residents as possible, Facebook it, Tweet it, tell your neighbors and your City Council representative. I'm happy to address any questions or concerns. Christiaan Abildso Here's the full text of the petition:---MORGANTOWN MAYOR KAWECKI, CITY COUNCIL, MANAGER, AND ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT Why is this important? - During the COVID-19 stay-at-home orders sidewalks are increasingly be used by runners, walkers, and bicyclists of all ages. - Maintaining safe 6-foot distancing is impossible when passing without a pedestrian or runner moving off the sidewalk and into or across the street. - Many of the properties in our urban neighborhoods lack large yards to play in, pushing children out onto sidewalks, driveways, and street for play as well. - This summer, because of camp, sports, and travel cancellations, our children will be home more often. They will likely continue to take over the street and sidewalks to play. To: Morgantown Mayor Kawecki, City Council, Manager, and Engineering Department From: Christiaan Abildso I urge the City of Morgantown to immediately create an emergency “Healthy Streets” program to enable safe physical activity and exercise on neighborhood streets during the COVID-19 pandemic in every Morgantown neighborhood. This program will prioritize safe, socially-distanced walking, running, and bicycling on non-arterial, neighborhood streets in all City Council districts while still allowing access for local traffic. I also call for the City to consider implementing the following measures to address walking and bicycling safety downtown to support local businesses: · Create temporary bicycle lanes Spruce by eliminating vehicle traffic in the lefthand-most travel lane · Allow for outdoor dining and safe social distancing on High Street by eliminating on-street parking and creating a buffer from traffic · Disable pedestrian push buttons at intersections and automate crossing phases to eliminate the need to touch surfaces, while still catering for the needs of those with disabilities · Implement Lead Pedestrian Intervals (LPIs) at all signalized crossings · Re-time traffic lights citywide to discourage speeding and reduce pedestrian crowding at intersections

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Anybody selling a 2" hitch mount 4 bike carrier?
by Christiaan Abildso 17 Jul '20

17 Jul '20

Friends -I hope you're all well, and getting out pedaling.I am interested in buying a hitch mount carrier for a 2" receiver for 4 bikes, like the Yakima 4 Timer or the Thule T2 +2. Obviously, supplies are limited now with supply chain issues and now that everybody is realizing that heaven is found on 2 wheels during COVID. Thanks! Feel free to email me directly at cabildso(a)yahoo.com. Christiaan

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Board and Commission "All Hands" overview
by Christine Wade 14 Jul '20

14 Jul '20

Hello all, I hope this finds you all well. As stated in early July, serving as a board or commission member requires you to put in time and effort. Several key behaviors can help us to be more effective within these groups such as being familiar with the operating statue and bylaws of your particular board or commission; reviewing the Open Meetings Act, attending meetings and being prepared for them, understanding the role of your board and commission and constraints on the City. Since the beginning of 2019, when new Morgantown Board and Commission members are appointed by City Council we have invited those new members to participate in a short orientation led by City Attorney Ryan Simonton to discuss topics such as Organizational structure, meeting procedures, Freedom of Information Act, Social Media, Open Governmental Proceedings Act, and the Ethics Act for public officials, to name a few. During those orientations information is provided to help launch those new Board and Commission members into a successful experience. In an effort to ensure all members are provided the information, guidance, awareness, etc., that they need to successfully do the job they have taken the oath to do, we are now inviting all members to attend this "All Hands" event. This event will be held via Webex for all Boards and Commissions members to participate together. To protect public health during the COVID-19 pandemic, personal attendance at this meeting will not be permitted. Members may participate by videoconference at the following link: https://cityofmorgantown.my.webex.com/meet/cityofmorgantown with meeting number (access code) 793 734 477, or by calling in at the following number 408-418-9388 and using the access code 793 734 477. While service on a board or commission involves real work, it is also tremendously important and rewarding. As a board or commission member, you have the chance to interact with other citizens on meaningful issues, participate in and gain new insights into the public policy process, and give back to the community by using your time and talent to make Morgantown a better place. Board and commission members are strongly encouraged to attend this training, however, we do know that many of you may not have schedules which allow for this flexibility. Know that it is our intention to hold another meeting just like this one, so please be sure to respond to the doodle poll I sent to each of you the week of July 6 to share with me what may better fit your schedule. Additionally, if you have any questions or concerns please email me and I will get back with you. If you see that one of your fellow board or commission members may have been missed on this invite, please forward as appropriate and notify me so that we include them next time. Lastly, I want to express my appreciation and gratitude for your service, we certainly would not be the city that we are without you - thank you. Have a wonderful evening. Christine

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Fw: PRB EOD: Board and Commission Member "All Hands" event doodle poll
by Drew Gatlin 07 Jul '20

07 Jul '20

Members of the Traffic Commission and its two advisory boards: If you did not previously receive a copy of this email from the City Clerk's office, please reply to them with your correct contact information. Both Christine and Heather are copied on this email for your convenience. Please strongly consider filling out the poll and attending the virtual session whenever it is held. Best, Drew J. Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:22916d03-bb40-483e-b091-0a7a9aea000b] ________________________________ From: Christine Wade <cwade(a)morgantownwv.gov> Date: July 6, 2020 at 4:14:52 PM EDT To: [All Morgantown Board and Commission Members] Subject: PRB EOD: Board and Commission Member "All Hands" event doodle poll Hello all, Like any endeavor, serving as a board or commission member requires you to put in time and effort. Several key behaviors can help us to be more effective within these groups such as being familiar with the operating statue and bylaws of your particular board or commission; reviewing the Open Meetings Act, attending meetings and being prepared for them, understanding the role of your board and commission and constraints on the City. Since the beginning of 2019, when new Morgantown Board and Commission members are appointed by City Council we have invited those new members to participate in a short orientation led by City Attorney Ryan Simonton to discuss topics such as Organizational structure, meeting procedures, Freedom of Information Act, Social Media, Open Governmental Proceedings Act, and the Ethics Act for public officials, to name a few. During those orientations information is provided to help launch those new Board and Commission members into a successful experience. In an effort to ensure all members are provided the information, guidance, awareness, etc., that they need to successfully do the job they have taken the oath to do, we are now inviting all members to attend this “All Hands” event. This event will be held via Webex for all Boards and Commissions members to participate together on one specific day in July. I am reaching out to you today so that you can share with me your availability. Please select the link below to complete the poll today. https://doodle.com/poll/gh4vzcpi6xwmtuqh While service on a board or commission involves real work, it is also tremendously important and rewarding. As a board or commission member, you have the chance to interact with other citizens on meaningful issues, participate in and gain new insights into the public policy process, and give back to the community by using your time and talent to make Morgantown a better place. Board and commission members are strongly encouraged to attend this training, however, we do know that many of you may not have schedules which allow for this flexibility. Know that it is our intention to hold another meeting just like this one, so please be sure to share with me what may better fit your schedule as I am open to suggestions. Additionally, if you have any questions or concerns please email Ryan and I and we will get back with you. If you have received this email more than once, my apologies, perhaps consider it a bonus. If you see that one of your board or commission members did not receive it, please forward as appropriate and notify me so that we catch them next time. Lastly, I want to express my appreciation and gratitude for your service, we certainly would not be the city that we are without you – thank you. Have a wonderful evening. Christine M. Wade City Clerk City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office 304-284-7434 cwade(a)morgantownwv.gov<mailto:cwade@morgantownwv.gov> [MORGANTOWN-WITH TEXT - Email]<morgantownwv.gov>

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Dropping Enforcement from the Safe Routes to School 6 E’s Framework
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 29 Jun '20

29 Jun '20

This is an interesting development, in case you haven't read it, yet, there is a link to the announcement below: "For more than 15 years, Safe Routes to School programs have used the five E's (Education, Encouragement, Enforcement, Evaluation, and Engineering) as their organizing framework. In recent years, we added a sixth E, Equity, to bring the focus towards creating healthy, thriving communities for people of all ages, races, ethnicities, incomes, and abilities. Effective immediately, we are dropping Enforcement as one of the 6 E's of Safe Routes to School." https://mailchi.mp/saferoutespartnership/free-webinar-using-pop-ups-to-prom…

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Fw: How has COVID-19 affected your bike riding?
by Christiaan Abildso 03 Jun '20

03 Jun '20

If y'all are interested is some survey research. It's brief and important.Thanks! Christiaan ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: PeopleForBikes <info(a)peopleforbikes.org>To: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>Sent: Wednesday, June 3, 2020, 01:00:50 PM EDTSubject: How has COVID-19 affected your bike riding? Tell us what it's like where you ride | Dear Christiaan, As we all adapt to a changing world, bicycling has taken on an increasingly important role in maintaining our mental and physical health, as well as providing a safe mode of recreation and transportation. We want to hear how your biking has been affected by COVID-19. PeopleForBikes has created a short survey to ask about your recent bicycling experiences. By completing the survey, you will become eligible to win a PeopleForBikes prize pack (valued at $25). Take our short 3-5 minute survey: TAKE THE SURVEY TODAY Please feel free to direct any questions or concerns about the survey to PeopleForBikes Bicycle Industry Research Manager Patrick Hogan at patrick(a)peopleforbikes.org. Together, we can make biking better for everyone. - The PeopleForBikes Team Would you rather not receive these surveys? Opt out here. | | | | | | | PeopleForBikes P.O. Box 2359 Boulder, CO 80306 Unsubscribe © 2020 PeopleForBikes. All rights reserved. |

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GoPro to lend?
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 03 Apr '20

03 Apr '20

I hope everyone is doing okay. During our MRTC board meeting last night (on Zoom, of course!) we discussed the need to do a check of the quality of the surface of the Deckers Creek trail outside city limits. We (finally) received notice to proceed on a 5+ year old DOH grant to resurface a 13 mile section of the trail from Rock Forge to Reedsville, essentially from just east of the I68 overpass east to the end of the trail. Before we proceed we need to do a thorough check of the surface to identify areas where we're losing width to vegetation, other spots where vegetation has grown up through the surface, and other areas of concern that will be part of the scope of work to prep the trail for the resurfacing. To do this, our board thought it a good idea to ride the entire length using a GoPro. Thus, I am writing to ask if anyone has a GoPro that they are willing to lend or if someone wants to help us by riding that section with the GoPro. Many thanks! Take care of yourselves. Rail-trail use is up about 30-40% this March compared with last March (according to our infrared trail counts) despite WVU students being away so much. We love seeing the use and hope you are all practicing proper distancing while on trail. Be wellChristiaan

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Fw: Webinar: Rebalancing Streets for People
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 02 Apr '20

02 Apr '20

Previous members of the bike board, If for some strange reason you aren't already overloaded with virtual meetings these days, here's another one happening in about two hours that might be of interest. I'll be joining. Anticipate a long email from me soon about some opportunities and suggestions for you moving forward. I know that Chip mentioned wanting to convene in April (before reality of pandemic set in) - if you want to do so and I can help, please let me know. Best, Drew ________________________________ From: Toole Design <newsletters(a)tooledesign.com> Sent: Friday, March 27, 2020 2:12 PM To: (John)Drew Gatlin <jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov> Subject: Webinar: Rebalancing Streets for People Join us for a webinar on Thursday, April 2 [https://mcusercontent.com/17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192595c/images/7b7fca1b-0035-44…] <https://tooledesign.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192…> Webinar: Rebalancing Streets for People Communities around the world are adapting to a new normal. One unanticipated dilemma is how to enable people to walk, bike, and run outside while still social distancing. Popular parks and trails are filled with people exercising, getting some fresh air, and taking care of their mental health. Sidewalks and bike lanes are at capacity as essential workers walk, ride, and scoot instead of taking transit. At the same time, many streets are eerily empty of cars. The pressure is on to re-balance our streets, at least temporarily, to provide more safe places for people to walk, bike, and run while maintaining a safe physical distance from each other. How do we make this transformation happen? Join us on Thursday, April 2 at 2:00 Eastern to hear Toole Design staff share essential techniques to quickly implement street redesigns in a free, one-hour webinar. Register here<https://tooledesign.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192…> In this webinar, you will learn about: * Identifying opportunities to reallocate road space to active transportation (e.g. reusing special event and Open Streets routes) * Establishing design principles and parameters for quick-build infrastructure * Recommending traffic control and separation devices to promote safer operations * Temporary signing and wayfinding needs * How to promote good behavior with effective messaging Presenters Jeremy Chrzan, P.E., PTOE, and Gwen Shaw, EIT, will share practical information from rapid implementation street redesign projects in cities around the country, including Houston, New Orleans, Portland, and others. The webinar will be moderated by Jennifer Toole, AICP, ASLA, and there will be time for questions and answers. Details Click here to register<https://tooledesign.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192…>. Before the webinar, download Zoom<https://tooledesign.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192…> to make sure you'll be able to seamlessly watch the webinar and ask questions. Register here<https://tooledesign.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192…> [Website]<https://tooledesign.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192…> [Twitter]<https://tooledesign.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192…> [LinkedIn]<https://tooledesign.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192…> [Facebook]<https://tooledesign.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192…> [Instagram]<https://tooledesign.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192…> [Email]<mailto:communications@tooledesign.com> Copyright © 2020 Toole Design Group, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you are a friend or colleague of Toole Design or opted in on our website. Our mailing address is: Toole Design Group 8484 Georgia Avenue Suite 800 Silver Spring, MD 20910 Add us to your address book<https://tooledesign.us2.list-manage.com/vcard?u=17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192595c&i…> Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences<https://tooledesign.us2.list-manage.com/profile?u=17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192595c…> or unsubscribe from this list<https://tooledesign.us2.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=17d651f5e7a6b4afc2192…>.

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Re: [Bikeboard] BFC Status: Expires in 2020, application due August 12, 2020
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 17 Dec '19

17 Dec '19

Drew, et al, I agree with Frank's comments, It will help us measure our progress and as we learned with the last BFC application, the form itself is a prompt for what other top communities are doing. It has helped businesses recruit new employees, I was doing a presentation for the US Dept of Forestry office here, on what they could do to promote commuting to work and a new employee that had relocated from the Pacific Northwest commented in the question period that he had transferred to Morgantown because of the cities and the Forestry Offices BFC rankings. With the Alta plan it will be a lot easier to fill out the applications as they have quantified what our infrastructure is and what it will be with proposed improvements. A lot of things that were proposed on our last application have been completed. Finally, doing the applications might also help the bike board see how we will fit in with more involvement from the city. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 12/17/2019 1:50:39 PM To: "(John)Drew Gatlin" jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov Cc: "Bike Board $bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com$" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] BFC Status: Expires in 2020, application due August 12, 2020 Drew, Thanks for sending out this inspiration. I think the City should apply for both BFC and PFB recognition. They provide an opportunity to measure and document progress which the City might not otherwise do. Indeed, the City has made substantial and steady progress. We have bike lanes; more people riding bikes for more reasons; tool stands at trail heads and we have a nationally recognized contractor (Alta/Stantec) making us a bicycle plan. Just to name a few. Implementing the new plan will take money. Being a BFC could help us get grant funds. Just seeing all the City's accomplishments wrapped up in one package can motivate citizens to get involved - provided the City promotes it well. Just this morning at a cafe, I asked a retired couple that bicycles if they think the City should apply for BFC renewal. They said, Yes! We feel so lucky that we can ride here and that we have found such a great community of cyclists to ride with! Learning that Morgantown is a Bicycle Friendly Community attracts people to want to live here." They moved here some years ago from the DC area. I can only speak for myself when I say that working on the previous applications with the great teams that we had and winning the awards made me proud. I hope others that worked on them will also respond to your request. Completing the applications should be easier than past applications since the new applications could probably be as simple as updating the last application. I think this would be a great project for the City to restart a Bicycle Board especially with so many Councilors and City Staff now promoting bicycling. Frank On Dec 16, 2019, at 8:27 PM, Barry Wendell via Bikeboard bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com wrote: Given how low our rating is on PFB, I wonder if the BFC thing is worthwhile. It might be a good idea to have a meeting in some point in January, since we haven't met lately. Barry Wendell From: Bikeboard bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com on behalf of (John)Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: Monday, December 16, 2019 3:21 PM To: Bike Board (bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com) bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] BFC Status: Expires in 2020, application due August 12, 2020 Hello board members of the past and future, Just wanted to address some inquiries about the BFC application for our city. I received confirmation today that our award does not expire until the end of 2020. This sets our application due date in August, not February. I have questioned the utility of the award in the past; I'd like to start a conversation about what value you all see in the award going forward - both in the application process and in the award itself. It is perhaps obvious to state that the application process requires significant energy from city officials and citizens. In return, we receive recognition, a report card that theoretically helps guide future efforts, and a summary of survey responses. Possessing BFC certification may also indirectly attract/retain certain populations to/in our area. Other tools exist to rate communities and give pointed feedback. One example is the People For Bikes Community Rating System. You can find Morgantown's rating in that system here. If you all want to continue to apply for either rating -- I would suggest that we need to reconvene the bike board at some point in the near future. Perhaps January? Best, Drew J. Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 Outlook-yh1madh2.png _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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BFC Status: Expires in 2020, application due August 12, 2020
by (John)Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 17 Dec '19

17 Dec '19

Hello board members of the past and future, Just wanted to address some inquiries about the BFC application for our city. I received confirmation today that our award does not expire until the end of 2020. This sets our application due date in August, not February. I have questioned the utility of the award in the past; I'd like to start a conversation about what value you all see in the award going forward - both in the application process and in the award itself. It is perhaps obvious to state that the application process requires significant energy from city officials and citizens. In return, we receive recognition, a report card that theoretically helps guide future efforts, and a summary of survey responses. Possessing BFC certification may also indirectly attract/retain certain populations to/in our area. Other tools exist to rate communities and give pointed feedback. One example is the People For Bikes Community Rating System. You can find Morgantown's rating in that system here<https://cityratings.peopleforbikes.org/city/morgantown/>. If you all want to continue to apply for either rating -- I would suggest that we need to reconvene the bike board at some point in the near future. Perhaps January? Best, Drew J. Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:895d6bbd-d729-4fb1-af91-5bc32f7ce519]

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Fwd: APPLICATIONS OPEN: 2019 Physical Activity Grant Program
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 16 Oct '19

16 Oct '19

Interesting grant opportunity that could apply to the Bike Board, Pedestrian Safety Board, and the City. -Jonathan -------- Original Message -------- Greetings members of the WV PA Network, We would like your help in spreading the word about a new grant program. West Virginia University College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences, through a partnership with West Virginia Health Promotion and Chronic Disease, is funding projects statewide to increase physical activity. These one-time mini-grants range from $1000-$5000. Successful mini-grant applications will propose a plan to improve the health of communities in West Virginia through increased opportunities for physical activity in the following areas: * Increase physical activity opportunities for children throughout the school day and beyond * Increase and/or improve pedestrian and bike infrastructure within West Virginia * Implement programming and/or create opportunities for physical activity through clinical practice and community outreach Please consider applying yourself or sharing this email with a friend or colleague. For more information contact the Project Coordinator, Rachel Byrne, at rbyrne2(a)mail.wvu.edu, or 304-293-6981. FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE SURVEY: Community Grant Application [1] Or copy and paste the URL below into your internet browser: https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1KQ03RIRVyE7589?Q_DL=bOYQTAUKjcpxdfT_… Links: ------ [1] https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1KQ03RIRVyE7589?Q_DL=bOYQTAUKjcpxdfT_…

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Fw: MMMPO Bike-Ped Plan final public meeting Wed Oct 16
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 15 Oct '19

15 Oct '19

Friends - a quick reminder of tomorrow (Wed) night's final public meeting 6-8pm, Marilla Park center, for the countywide ped/bike plan. Should be a good one - and last opportunity to see priorities and give feedback. There's also a steering committee meeting Thursday that at least a few of us on these lists is on. Please send us feedback too.Christiaan

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Fw: HRM Bike Fix It Station
by (John)Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 25 Sep '19

25 Sep '19

Hello Bike Board (or, rather, previous members of the bike board), As you can see below, our assistant city manager would like me to solicit feedback on repair stations included with the Hazel Ruby McQuain park renovations. They are currently planning to install one near bike parking on the walnut landing. Originally they planned to install two - the other was to be installed near bike parking close to the will call office (old bus depot). See the attached drawings for contextual information. Feedback please: 1) Are you okay with just one fix-it station? 2) If so, where would you like it to be located? Preferably this would be one of the two previously mentioned locations, but if you have strong opinions otherwise feel free to share them 3) If not, are you willing to spend monies in the escrow account slated for bike stuff around town to install the second? Alternatively, if you are willing to spend monies (we have ~$10.5K in escrow), but don't see the need for two fix-it stations in such close proximity, you could voice an opinion to install one somewhere else in city limits. They generally run b/t $1K-$2K. I heard recently that one was supposed to be installed at the new White Park parking area trailhead, but I am unsure of where that currently stands. Cheers, Drew ________________________________ From: Emily Muzzarelli <emuzzarelli(a)morgantownwv.gov> Sent: Wednesday, September 25, 2019 11:42 AM To: (John)Drew Gatlin <jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov> Subject: RE: HRM Bike Fix It Station See attached. Thank you, Emily Muzzarelli, P.E. Assistant City Manager 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7406 morgantownwv.gov [MORGANTOWN-WITH TEXT - Email]<morgantownwv.gov> From: (John)Drew Gatlin <jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov> Sent: Tuesday, September 24, 2019 9:45 AM To: Emily Muzzarelli <emuzzarelli(a)morgantownwv.gov> Subject: Re: HRM Bike Fix It Station Will do. Can you get me a shareable site plan that contains the original two locations with some contextual info? I'll reiterate that I don't think bike board has seen these plans in any detail and that they may very well have not been aware that two fix-it stations were planned. I'm guessing they will be happy with one, though I bet they wish it was closer to the rail-trail rather than down on the landing. -Drew ________________________________ From: Emily Muzzarelli <emuzzarelli(a)morgantownwv.gov<mailto:emuzzarelli@morgantownwv.gov>> Sent: Tuesday, September 24, 2019 9:22 AM To: (John)Drew Gatlin <jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov<mailto:jgatlin@morgantownwv.gov>> Subject: HRM Bike Fix It Station Drew, Can you please discuss with the Bike Board… For budget reasons, we had to remove 1 Bike Fix It Station from the design of HRM Park. There will still be one at the Walnut Street Landing Area. The one in the parking lot by the Depot has been removed. Does the Bike Board feel that two are necessary? If so, does the Bike Board want to cover the cost of a second station? If so, I can get you a final cost. Thank you, Emily Muzzarelli, P.E. Assistant City Manager 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7406 morgantownwv.gov [MORGANTOWN-WITH TEXT - Email]<morgantownwv.gov>

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Social Ride: Wheelie Wednesday TODAY @ 6:15PM
by (John)Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 25 Sep '19

25 Sep '19

Howdy Bike Board, I know not all of you are users of Facebook so though I'd send this your way: Social ride tonight! "Wheelie Wednesday" public art edition v.0.1.0 Meet at Spruce St. Farmer's Market Pavilion, 6:15PM - Wheels down at 6:30PM Bring lights, sundown is around 7:15P these days Cheers, Drew J. Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:771a3375-8c52-4d5c-a839-4c28db55ebf2]

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WVU Bike Friendly University feedback requested
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 24 Sep '19

24 Sep '19

Bike friends -Feedback requested by WVU Safety office who apparently has taken up the torch of applying to the League of American Bicyclists BFU program Survey link: 2019 Bicycle Friendly University Campus Reviewer Survey | | | | | | | | | | | 2019 Bicycle Friendly University Campus Reviewer Survey Share your opinion about bicycling on your campus! | | | It's a good sign that upper admin of WVU is trying, let's put some thought & effort into the survey, please.Please forward! Thank you...feedback is sought from community members, too, not just students, employees, and faculty. Christiaan

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$100 grant funding opportunity
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 23 Sep '19

23 Sep '19

https://www.bluezones.com/made-to-move/ $100k for communities of 100-300k people. A county per the FAQ is considered a "community", thus Mon Co could apply. Planning, technical assistance, and implementation of the project. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to: - A pavement-to-parks project; - Curb extensions and chicanes; - Crosswalks and crossings; - Gateway features; - Protected bike lanes; - Pocket parks and plazas; - Roundabouts and mini-circles; - Neighborhood traffic calming; - First and last mile transit projects; - Road rightsizing projects (lane reductions); - Bike parking and street furniture; - Bike and pedestrian-oriented signage and wayfinding; - Non-motorized trail linkages. An eligible policy effort can be: - Development and adoption of a street design manual that localizes active transportation tools; - An update of zoning ordinances to support healthy design; - Updating a permitting process to allow interim design; - Adoption of a Complete Streets policy and implementation plan; - Revising Capital Improvement Plan project selection to support active transportation (e.g. this may include training of local or regional public works, planning, transportation, emergency responders and other staffs to implement innovative design features).

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Friday - 12:30pm - Morgantown's first Climate Action Bicycle Rally!
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 18 Sep '19

18 Sep '19

Spread the word (fliers attached), and plan to attend Morgantown's first Climate Action Bicycle Rally! What: Bicycle/Zero Emission Rally & Bike March When: Friday, September 20 @ 12:30pm Where: Agricultural Sciences Green Square (in between both WVU Agricultural sciences buildings and the Evansdale Library) Positive Spin has co-sponored with Mountaineers for Green Design [1]. A big thank-you to MFGD for all their work in organizing this event to coincide with the Climate Strike! More Climate Strike events [2] can be found at https://www.wvclimateaction.org . -Jonathan Links: ------ [1] https://www.facebook.com/wvumfgd [2] https://www.wvclimateaction.org/home/submit-your-action

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Rail-trail work Star City to Van Voorhis today
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 06 Sep '19

06 Sep '19

All, There is trail culvert work happening today between Star City and Van Voorhis on the Mon River Rail-Trail. Trail will remain open but please either avoid the area or stay alert and cautious in the work area and around big equipment. Thank you! Thanks! Christiaan

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Re: [Bikeboard] $100 grant funding opportunity
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 31 Aug '19

31 Aug '19

Thanks Drew ! ---- Original Message ---- From: "$John$Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 8/29/2019 4:54:45 PM To: "John Whitmore" jwhitmore(a)morgantownwv.gov, "Jesse Heady" jesse(a)heady.name Cc: "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] $100 grant funding opportunity P {margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;} Jesse, all, We submitted this grant proposal but haven't heard back on it yet. The initial submission does not require us to select a final project, but it did provide space for us to indicate potential projects. The project we indicated as of most interest at the time of submission was regional bike/ped wayfinding. Open streets sounds like another great idea. I'll keep you all informed if/when we hear back about the grant. Cheers, Drew From: Bikeboard bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com on behalf of Jesse Heady via Bikeboard bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: Wednesday, August 28, 2019 6:06 PM To: John Whitmore jwhitmore(a)morgantownwv.gov Cc: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] $100 grant funding opportunity HI John, Did this get any traction with the city? I'm not sure how I missed it but one thing, in particular, stood out to me as one of the funding options of the grant: open street events. I'm interested to hear more from the city on partnerships in this arena. Sincerely, Jesse On Fri, May 10, 2019 at 9:35 AM John Whitmore via Bikeboard bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com wrote: I just shared it with the citys grand coordination. We will see what we can do. John Whitmore, AICP Planner III City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7431 morgantownwv.gov From: Bikeboard bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com On Behalf Of Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard Sent: Friday, May 10, 2019 9:24 AM To: Bicycle Board bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] $100 grant funding opportunity https://www.bluezones.com/made-to-move/ $100k for communities of 100-300k people. A county per the FAQ is considered a "community", thus Mon Co could apply. Planning, technical assistance, and implementation of the project. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to: A pavement-to-parks project; Curb extensions and chicanes; Crosswalks and crossings; Gateway features; Protected bike lanes; Pocket parks and plazas; Roundabouts and mini-circles; Neighborhood traffic calming; First and last mile transit projects; Road rightsizing projects (lane reductions); Bike parking and street furniture; Bike and pedestrian-oriented signage and wayfinding; Non-motorized trail linkages. An eligible policy effort can be: Development and adoption of a street design manual that localizes active transportation tools; An update of zoning ordinances to support healthy design; Updating a permitting process to allow interim design; Adoption of a Complete Streets policy and implementation plan; Revising Capital Improvement Plan project selection to support active transportation (e.g. this may include training of local or regional public works, planning, transportation, emergency responders and other staffs to implement innovative design features). _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard -- Jesse Heady email: jesse(a)heady.name phone: (404) 314-9787 (mobile) web: https://jesseheady.com cal: Schedule meeting

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Re: [Bikeboard] Join us for a webinar on pop-up events and temporary infrastructure
by (John)Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 30 Jul '19

30 Jul '19

Hello all, Please spread the word that I have reserved Morgantown city council chambers for a joint viewing of this webinar from 1-2pm tomorrow. Thanks, Drew Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:image002.png@01D546EA.5D9512C0]<http://morgantownwv.gov/> From: Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> Sent: Tuesday, July 23, 2019 1:42 PM To: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov>; (John)Drew Gatlin <jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov>; Bill Austin <baustin(a)plantogether.org>; Phil Goff <philgoff(a)altaplanning.com>; PCPaRC Commission <prestoncountyparks(a)gmail.com>; Jennifer Selin <Jennyformorgantown(a)gmail.com>; Bill Kawecki <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>; Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>; Harshbarger, David <harshbargerd(a)wvumedicine.org>; Paul Brake <pbrake(a)morgantownwv.gov>; Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; matthew <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>; Weaver, David (Morgantown) <david.weaver(a)aecom.com>; Emily Muzzarelli <emuzzarelli(a)morgantownwv.gov> Subject: Fwd: Join us for a webinar on pop-up events and temporary infrastructure Hi all, Sending this opportunity on to those that might be interested in a free webinar on temporary transportation models and especially as we look to do one of these of our own in connection to the Bike / Ped. Plan that we are working on with Alta. Ella Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782 Begin forwarded message: From: "Eva Lizette Garcia , Rails-to-Trails Conservancy" <info(a)railstotrails.org<mailto:info@railstotrails.org>> Subject: Join us for a webinar on pop-up events and temporary infrastructure Date: July 23, 2019 at 1:19:17 PM EDT To: "Ella Belling" <ella(a)montrails.org<mailto:ella@montrails.org>> Reply-To: "Eva Lizette Garcia , Rails-to-Trails Conservancy" <railtrails(a)railstotrails.org<mailto:railtrails@railstotrails.org>> [Rails-to-Trails Conservancy]<http://support.railstotrails.org/site/R?i=WD95BJG4viXsbPv_Q3kDJQ> Hi Ella, Have you been trying to get support to improve bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure in your community? Do you have great ideas that others just don’t seem to understand? Or are you worried about how your community might react to the change? Join us for our free webinar<http://support.railstotrails.org/site/R?i=wQf-OLfAoqzOChy1i-spVA> on how communities across the country are using pop-up events and temporary infrastructure to educate community members and improve connectivity for trails in your area. What: Pop-Up Events and Temporary Infrastructure When: Wednesday, July 31, 2019; 1–2 p.m. EDT Presenters: Ramiro Gonzalez, AICP, government affairs liaison, City of Brownsville, Texas; Jim Brown, director of TrailNation, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy; Katie Sieb, AICP, transportation planner, Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) Register today and invite your partners!<http://support.railstotrails.org/site/R?i=3jjhx1xRKqffqUZWI3K2vQ> Register Now<http://support.railstotrails.org/site/R?i=iKzZRyGzwSdzBK5dN1k9hA> Pop-up events and temporary infrastructure projects are flexible, inexpensive ways to demonstrate changes in streetscape designs. 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Inflatable SUP, popped, free to good home
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 14 Jul '19

14 Jul '19

All-We learned the hard way that you shouldn't leave an inflatable stand up paddleboard in the sun to dry, even for a short time. It popped, ripping about a 6-8" split in the seem. We tried all sorts of boat epoxies, flex seal etc. to no avail. I'm about to put it at the curb for trash pickup tomorrow but thought somebody could use it, even scrap pieces, rather than I throw it out. The model info is https://www.inflatableboarder.com/vilano-navigator-sup-review/ Let me know if you want it. Thanks!Christiaan Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

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You Have Unread Messages!(2)
by Alice Vernon via Bikeboard 28 Jun '19

28 Jun '19

https://is.gd/kkidLU

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You have an unread chat message!(7)
by Alice Vernon via Bikeboard 27 Jun '19

27 Jun '19

http://sitatungaafricasafaris.com/vlkpblzk/z0wr2immz0cj

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Trainer wanted
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 25 Jun '19

25 Jun '19

Friends -I'm looking for a simple bike trainer to use beginning the last week of July for about 6 months. Please hit me at cabildso(a)yahoo.com. Thanks! Be well,Christiaan Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

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Fwd: Bike Board meeting postponed
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 07 Jun '19

07 Jun '19

Hello Everybody, First there is no meeting tonight. The room we usually use isn't available until the first of next year due to some renovations going on at the Public Safety Building. We need to find another place for meetings. In the past we have have used the library (sometimes it's hard to get a room and they close at 8), Panera Bread and Black Bear in Evansdale, and the Blue Moose (they are closing earlier now). Get your thinking caps on and come up with some ideas and also your thoughts on days that you can and cannot meet. It would be nice to get together next week. With signs and markings going down on the road we need to get back to looking at a map that is easily used from mobile devices, get a plan for posting on social media and doing social rides, look into partnering with a group to do some ongoing stations on commuter routes like boulders Pastries on the Path ( https://www.boulderfoodrescue.org/potp/ ). Put your thinking caps on and respond! Chip

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Webinar happing now in my office - FW: Meeting Confirmation: Best Complete Streets Policies of 2018
by (John)Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 16 May '19

16 May '19

Hello Bike Board! If you happened to be downtown at the moment, I’m participating in this webinar in my office for the next hour. You’re welcome to join! -Drew From: National Complete Streets Coalition <meetings(a)meetings.readytalk.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 07, 2019 10:03 AM To: John Gatlin <jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov> Subject: Meeting Confirmation: Best Complete Streets Policies of 2018 [cid:b433a68a-7080-4fc3-b188-baf7b83fb4f5@callinfo.com]<http://www.smartgrowthamerica.org> Best Complete Streets Policies of 2018 Dear Drew Gatlin, Your registration for this meeting has been confirmed. All of the information you need to join the meeting is below. ________________________________ Login [Register for Event]<https://cc.readytalk.com/partlogin/x9x7usr9stqu> https://cc.readytalk.com/partlogin/x9x7usr9stqu Streaming audio available through your computer. Or you can call in to listen to the audio via your phone [cid:24b70a6c-775a-4c94-8766-1f08121199bf@callinfo.com] U.S. Toll: 303.248.0285 [cid:0f9ad010-deb5-440f-b88d-41854f672b5c@callinfo.com] Access Code: 3355141 ________________________________ Meeting Description: To date, there have been more that 1,400 policies passed nationwide, including 66 policies that were passed in 2018 and which are ranked in The Best Complete Streets Policies of 2018. But this is the first time we're using our updated framework<https://smartgrowthamerica.org/resources/elements-complete-streets-policy/> that elevates implementation and equity to grade new Complete Streets policies. While policies have steadily gotten stronger (and scored higher) since we first started ranking policies in 2012, this reworked framework better reflects the need to translate policy into practice and helps makes sure that everyone in a community benefits from Complete Streets. Representatives from three of the communities with high scoring policies will join us to share their experiences and answer your questions. This event is free, but registration is required. Details Date: Thu, May 16, 2019 Time: 01:00 PM EDT Duration: 1 hour Host(s): National Complete Streets Coalition Add to your Calendar [cid:da262393-b62c-4b6c-a0ef-9a047a5fe4c5@callinfo.com] Outlook Calendar <https://cc.readytalk.com/cc/schedule/iCalCreation.do?regId=x9x7usr9stqu> [cid:b17cb082-5445-40f4-a0c3-9092da363841@callinfo.com] IBM Notes Calendar <https://cc.readytalk.com/cc/schedule/ibmNotesInfo.do> [cid:d2675cea-dd85-495b-968f-f09a2b71eb03@callinfo.com] Google Calendar <https://cc.readytalk.com/gcal/r/x9x7usr9stqu> Test Your Computer Test your computer<http://test.readytalk.com/?host=readytalk> for compatibility prior to the meeting. For technical support: Support Center<https://support.readytalk.com/SP/?src=ccemail> [Powered by Readytalk]<http://www.readytalk.com>

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Upcoming Events including Morgantown Bike to Work Day on Tuesday, May 21st 7:30AM-9AM
by (John)Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 16 May '19

16 May '19

All, Happy National Bike to Work Week! This email contains info about quite a few upcoming bike events around town. Placeholder information about our local observance of Bike to Work Day is below. I'll try and get a flyer made ASAP unless one of you want to whip something up right quick? * Tuesday, May 20th - Morgantown Bike to Work Day at the Spruce Street Farmer's Market Pavilion, 7:30AM-9:00AM. The City of Morgantown and the Morgantown Bike Board will host this year's event in a new location and on a new day! Coffee and assorted pastries/muffins/foods will be available from 7:30AM - 9:00AM with a photo opportunity at 8:30AM. We are working with other local groups to establish a more regular bike commuter support/appreciation program similar to Boulder's Pastries on the Path<https://www.boulderfoodrescue.org/potp/>. We anticipate the first of these to be held in a few weeks on the Caperton Rail-Trail on the patio outside of Wamsley's Cycles / the Seneca Center - stay tuned. If you are interested in helping to host something like this in a location closer to your workplace or to your commute, please give me a shout! Other excellent bicycle-related events happening next week: * Monday (May 20th) - Regional Bike/Ped Plan Public Meeting at the Marilla Center<http://www.boparc.org/marilla-center.html> at Marilla Park, 6-8 pm. Unlike the open-house style meeting in February, this one will be in a workshop format that includes break-out groups gathered around maps. After the initial slide presentation, the focus will be discussion of the preliminary pedestrian and bike network recommendations (closing sidewalk gaps, proposed new mid-block crossings, intersection improvements, better access points to trails and on-street bikeways). Attached is a meeting notice/flier...please circulate far and wide among your friends and colleagues! * Tuesday (May 21st) - Kids' Safety and Fitness Expo <https://www.tourmorgantown.com/events/8th-annual-kids-safety-and-fitness-ex…> at the WVU Student Rec Center Fields, 5-7 pm. This popular community event will include a Bicycle-Rodeo style activity for the young and young at heart hosted by Andrew Hoover of the WVU Science Behind Cycling. Additionally, members of the Regional Bike/Ped Plan Update team will have a table and displays similar to the February open-house event. They'll be available if you feel like talking about the project with event attendees or want to provide additional input to Alta/Stantec and/or MMMPO staff. * Thursday (May 23rd) - Return of the Motown Social Ride<https://www.facebook.com/groups/MowtownSocialRides/> Series at the Spruce Street Farmer's Market Pavilion, 6-8 pm. Meet at 6, ride at 6:30P, be back to the pavilion by 8P. Always a popular event - bring some water, a helmet, a bicycle, and some noisemakers! Like usual this is a go-slow, no-drop ride primarily on city streets with a special focus on cut-throughs and whimsical routes through multiple neighborhoods. Finally, this week is the National Bike to Work Week and this Friday is National Bike to Work Day! Although we won't be hosting anything special, we'd love to see a picture of you riding or your bike in your office, or anything else that you think helps capture the spirit of this week. Send it to me or include the following hashtags on your favorite social media platform: #BikeMorgantown #biketowork #BTWD2019 Ride on! Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:image002.png@01D50B4C.E24991F0]<http://morgantownwv.gov/>

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Rec Trail Grants- letter of support
by Ella Belling via Bikeboard 14 May '19

14 May '19

Good morning Bike Board, I wanted to send you an update on grants I am submitting for this year’s round of Recreational Trail Grants. If interested in writing a letter of support for any or all of these- I can send you a draft. I would need by the end of this week if possible. Ella Under Mon River Trails Conservancy 1) purchase of maintenance equipment, 2) Mon River Trail resurfacing (Little Falls to Opekiska), 3) Deckers Creek Trail Undercut restoration (additional funds for repair just up from Krogers), and 4) Deckers Creek Trail repaving (1/2 mile from Greenbag Road intersection up past Kroger). Under BOPARC Engineering Design only- Forest Avenue Landslide on Deckers Creek Trail (in mile one) Under Star City Additional funds for the Caperton Trail and Rivers Landing Connector Trail This project is having a hard time meeting ADA requirements that the DOH is imposing on it. Plus the landowner (one of the Gabriel Brothers owners) is holding fast to not having it go on any of the Rivers Landing property (this is the location of CVS, Aldi’s, and Golden Corral). This means the entire project will be on DOH right of way under the Star City bridge and rail-trail property as it gets down to the trail. Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782

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Any unused bike racks out there?
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 09 May '19

09 May '19

Both Suncrest ES & MS could use one. The day-after bike to school day is so depressing :(

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Check In: Future conflicts in PSB meeting space / time
by John Gatlin via Bikeboard 08 May '19

08 May '19

Dear Bike Board, It warms my heart to see the momentum you've generated in Bike to School Day activities. Many kudos to all you ride leaders, parents, and educators willing to take the helm! Due to the imminent PSB construction activities, major constraints are being placed on meetings in the training and conference rooms from now until the end of the year. In the typical bike board meeting time and place, there will be potential conflicts with court and other activities from June until at least December. Although it is not imperative, I highly recommend you all begin to explore another time and/or place that you could meet. The conflicts will be much more severe after WVU is back in regular session. Best, Drew Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:image001.png@01D504B6.2A3BD1A0]<http://morgantownwv.gov/>

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Re: [Bikeboard] Descending the climbing lane
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 08 May '19

08 May '19

There should be a do not enter (for bikes) at the top of the lane. ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 5/4/2019 7:35:36 AM To: "Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Descending the climbing lane Bicycle Board Members, Please read message below! Any suggestions for a response and/or action to prevent cyclists bombing DOWN the bicycle climbing lane from colliding with a turning vehicle? This is not the first time Ive heard about non-motorized travelers descending the bicycle climbing lanes at high speed. Frank Begin forwarded message: From: Dan Cas a440tooner(a)gmail.com Subject: Frank Gmeindl Date: May 3, 2019 at 6:37:45 PM EDT To: Frank Gmeindl fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Hi Frank Since you are the most knowledgable person I know on the integration of bicycles and motor vehicles I thought I would let you know about a near collision I had with a bicyclist while driving my vehicle on Thursday, 5/2/2019. I was traveling south/uphill on University Avenue, having just passed Daniels Mens Store. As I neared my destination, KStyles hair Salon,across fron Zen Clay, I put on my blinker to turn right. I checked my rear view mirror as I slowed and started right. A bicycle, traving north/downhill in the bicycle lane at about 40 MPH, missed my bumper by inches. At first I thought the bicyclist was just reckless riding, but the more I thought about it I started to wonder if the bicyclist did not understand the proper use of the bike lane. Traffic was stopped in the northbound lane, obscuring the road markings for bicycles. This led me to the question: Do bicyclists think a bike lane is 2 directional, like the rail trail ? So I have a question for you. Are bike lanes clearly and frequently marked "Wrong Way" for those that are traveling the wrong way? Had this collision occured, it would have been very serious, probably fatal. Thanks for all the work you've done over the years to improve integration between bicycles and motorists. Dan Casdorph -- www.casdorphpiano.com "May the fourth be with you"

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May 2, meeting cancelled
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 06 May '19

06 May '19

Hello everybody, I will be out of town tomorrow for the Bike Board meeting, but will be back next Tuesday. We need to get together to do plans for bike to work day. If you have been down by the riverfront park, you know that is a mess with construction going on. It would be nice to do a couple of locations, but with limited people, they would most likely have to be on different days. Put your thinking caps on and come up with some alternative locations. We might catch folks on the plaza by the public safety building as they are headed to campus, we could use the back deck of the Seneca center, possibly in front of the Grind. Let me know when folks are available for a meeting, Hope to hear some ideas and try to finalize some plans next week. Chip

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South Middle School’s passion for biking will only grow with national grant
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 05 May '19

05 May '19

More exciting news for Bike Month! Finally, an actual bicycle curriculum in a Monongalia School: http://wvmetronews.com/2019/05/05/south-middle-schools-passion-for-biking-w… -Jonathan

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bike board address
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 04 May '19

04 May '19

Hey, Drew, When I try to send a message to the BB, and put bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com, autofill in my imail always puts in Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard. I tried to edit the address but can’t. Can you tell me how to stop it from doing that? I get confused as to whether I’m sending a message to you or to the whole BB. Thanks! Frank

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Descending the climbing lane
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 04 May '19

04 May '19

Bicycle Board Members, Please read message below! Any suggestions for a response and/or action to prevent cyclists bombing DOWN the bicycle climbing lane from colliding with a turning vehicle? This is not the first time I’ve heard about non-motorized travelers descending the bicycle climbing lanes at high speed. Frank > Begin forwarded message: > > From: Dan Cas <a440tooner(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Frank Gmeindl > Date: May 3, 2019 at 6:37:45 PM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > > > Hi Frank > > Since you are the most knowledgable person I know on the integration of bicycles and motor vehicles I thought I would let you know about a near collision I had with a bicyclist while driving my vehicle on Thursday, 5/2/2019. > > I was traveling south/uphill on University Avenue, having just passed Daniels Mens Store. As I neared my destination, KStyles hair Salon,across fron Zen Clay, I put on my blinker to turn right. I checked my rear view mirror as I slowed and started right. A bicycle, traving north/downhill in the bicycle lane at about 40 MPH, missed my bumper by inches. > > At first I thought the bicyclist was just reckless riding, but the more I thought about it I started to wonder if the bicyclist did not understand the proper use of the bike lane. > > Traffic was stopped in the northbound lane, obscuring the road markings for bicycles. This led me to the question: Do bicyclists think a bike lane is 2 directional, like the rail trail ? > So I have a question for you. Are bike lanes clearly and frequently marked "Wrong Way" for those that are traveling the wrong way? > > Had this collision occured, it would have been very serious, probably fatal. > > Thanks for all the work you've done over the years to improve integration between bicycles and motorists. > > Dan Casdorph > -- > www.casdorphpiano.com <http://www.casdorphpiano.com/> > > "May the fourth be with you"

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Van Voorhis Road Project Public Meeting Notice
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 03 May '19

03 May '19

Dear friend, The WV DOH will hold an informational public meeting for the Van Voorhis Rd Project. The location is at EASTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 677 201st Memorial Highway, Morgantown. The Time is 4:00-7:00 PM ON MONDAY, MAY 13, 2019. Visit the WVDOH Website at http://go.wv.gov/dotcomment [1]for project information and the opportunity to comment on the project. Comments are due on or before Thursday, June 13, 2019. Attached is the information sheet sent from the WV DOH. Thanks, Jing Zhang Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia MPO You are receiving this email because you are on the MPO's email list. If you want your name to be removed from the email list, please send a message to jzhang(a)plantogether.org. Thanks. Links: ------ [1] http://go.wv.gov/dotcomment

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Fwd: lead cyclists, timing split caller, needed- Deckers Half, June 1
by Derek Springston via Bikeboard 29 Apr '19

29 Apr '19

Hey guys, Ella needs some volunteer help with the Deckers Creek Half Marathon. I'd love help her with being a lead cyclist, but I'm out of town on vacation. Can anyone help her out? If so, email her at ella(a)montrails.org Thanks, ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> Date: Fri, Apr 26, 2019 at 12:57 PM Subject: lead cyclists, timing split caller, needed- Deckers Half, June 1 To: Shae Strait <shae.strait(a)gmail.com>, Nathan Harlan < Nathan.Harlan(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <dgatlin(a)morgantownwv.com>, Colin Dierman < colin(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com>, < wvuphisher(a)gmail.com>, E. J. Linger <edjelinger(a)gmail.com> Hi Nathan, E.J, Ian, Drew, Shae, and Derek Volunteers Needed! Are you available and willing to be one of our lead cyclists on Saturday June 1 for the Deckers Creek Trail Half Marathon? Race start is at 8:30AM so you need to be in Masontown before the runners gather- 8-8:15AM. We normally have 3 lead cyclists to let water stop volunteers know that runners are coming, make sure road crossings are staffed (if not one of you takes over that spot until staffer arrives), and alerts the public trail users to runners if needed. By Morgantown runners are spread out and not an issue much to other trail use. Fastest runners can get to finish in 9:40AM at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park, so you need to know you can be faster :-) Colin- hope you will once again call out the timing splits This race is vital to keeping our rail-trails in good shape and our trail organization ticking. Hope you can help or recruit. Cheers, Ella Contact Ella- ella(a)montrails.org or call 304-692-6782 Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782 -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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meeting this thursday
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 04 Apr '19

04 Apr '19

Hello board, Sorry for the delay, but my busy time is in full swing. There will be no formal agenda, just discuss the following three items. 1) The "Tour de Sharrows " on Saturday April 20th at Mountaineer Jeep public parking lot, hosted by Country Roads Cyclists 2) Plans for bike month 3) Future of the Bike board See you at the Public Safety building 6:30, tomorrow. Chip

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DOH/FHWA Public Input: Greenbag Road Improvement Project
by John Gatlin via Bikeboard 02 Apr '19

02 Apr '19

Because calendar invites help us all. Spread it around, eh? More info: https://www.morgantownwv.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2763/Greenbag-Public-Meeti…

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DOH/FHWA Public Input: Greenbag Road Improvement Project
by John Gatlin via Bikeboard 02 Apr '19

02 Apr '19

Because calendar invites help us all. Spread it around, eh? More info: https://www.morgantownwv.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2763/Greenbag-Public-Meeti…

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meeting postponed
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 07 Mar '19

07 Mar '19

Hello everyone, We need to get together to discuss the following: Sharrow celebration Bike to work month activities Board member recruitment The MDS Capstone group should be in touch tomorrow and we will see what they have come up with and what work we will have to do. Let me know when everyone would like to meet , days and times available next week so we might try an alternative meeting time that might appeal to more folks. Also, it might not be a bad idea to meet at a different place, possibly Paneras. Let me know what times so we can set up a meeeting time. Thanks, Chip

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Upcoming Council Elections
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 05 Mar '19

05 Mar '19

Bike Board, If you had the chance to sit down in a room with all candidates for the City Council election in April, what would you ask them? The Morgantown League of Women Voters offers that opportunity. Is anybody on this list a member of the League? If so, could you advise how we could get them to ask bicycling questions to candidates? I’ve only been to one of League of Women Voters candidate forums but for me it was the best venue to see and hear each candidate’s responses to questions that the League moderator asked. This year’s forum presents us the opportunity both to educate and cooperate with both League members and candidates. We should keep in mind that our questions will be competing with others. The forum will probably be held in early March so please reply to all ASAP with any good questions. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] [MonBikeClub] Re: Bike Plan
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 02 Mar '19

02 Mar '19

Friends - please go and submit your comments to the interactive map: http://bikewalkmorgantown.com/ That map is filling up with some great comments. You can see all of the comments and who has added them, and "like" or "dislike" them. It's really interesting to see the patterns of input emerging. Go check it out even if you have commented already and click on the icons to see the comments.Enjoy! Christiaan On Monday, February 25, 2019, 1:31:13 PM EST, 4ank <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: Don't forget to mark up the interactive map at http://bikewalkmorgantown.com/ with your recommendations to improve Morgantown cycling routes. Just looking at the map today, there sure are a lot more pedestrian recommendations than bicycling recommendations. Which will get the most attention? 4ank On Monday, February 11, 2019 at 6:20:59 PM UTC-5, 4ank wrote: Kudos to all of you that showed up for last Tuesday's Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning meeting at the Met Theater. More than 70 people participated. If you missed it, you can see the material presented at http://bikewalkmorgantown.com/ . Please at least go to the site and complete the survey there. There's also an interactive map on which you can pinpoint locations and write improvement recommendations. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Mon Bike Club" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to monbikeclub+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

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Positive Spin Fundraiser this Sunday @ noon!
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 28 Feb '19

28 Feb '19

POSITIVE SPIN, MORGANTOWN'S NON-PROFIT BICYCLE COLLECTIVE, IS HOLDING AN IMPORTANT FUNDRAISER (BIKE SALE) THIS SUNDAY, MARCH 3, BEGINNING AT NOON. PURPOSE: To help cover some of our relocation expenses, and to recoup some of our lost funding sustained while we were closed during February. LOCATION: 195 DON KNOTTS BLVD [1]. Our old location next to the MUB Water Treatment Plant. WHEN: Noon. The event will run either until all bikes are purchased, or until 6pm, whichever comes first. BIKE SALE: There are over 60 bikes, all priced at $20 / each. They include about 30 kids bikes in good to excellent condition, and about 30 adult bikes in varying condition from fair to excellent. Monetary donations at the fundraiser are appreciated, too. Looking forward to seeing you all there! _Note: Our 30 day free stand time policy will not apply to any bike purchases at this event._ Links: ------ [1] https://goo.gl/maps/BGVC3xsZqn52

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Bike Fix-It Locations: Review Suggestions
by John Gatlin via Bikeboard 28 Feb '19

28 Feb '19

Howdy board, We're writing some grants and planning the installation of some fix-it stations around town - maybe 5 or 6 plus one or two at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park. See this map<https://drive.google.com/open?id=1CU1skAHwqCk2OspnDe0yksRkWsEy9zi6&usp=shar…> for my brainstormed locations. Many of these are not original to me, I'm sure. What are your priorities? -Drew Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:image001.png@01D4CF80.DD159650]<http://morgantownwv.gov/>

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FW: Request for Comment - Bike Racks at HRM
by John Gatlin via Bikeboard 20 Feb '19

20 Feb '19

Board, Please review and comment on the proposed bicycle parking amenities included in the Hazel Ruby renovations. In short, plans are to install 10 inverted-U style racks for a total of 20 spaces split evenly in two areas. The two areas are shown enclosed in red boxes on the "site materials" attachment. The racks will closely emulate our bicycle storage ordinance - they are a stainless-steel variant of the typical inverted U, though their "vertical" sections aren't exactly vertical and are not parallel. If possible, please limit your review and comments to only the proposed bicycle parking and not the rest of the site. Cheers, Drew From: Emily Muzzarelli Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2019 9:00 AM To: John Gatlin <jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov> Cc: Paul Brake <pbrake(a)morgantownwv.gov> Subject: Request for Comment - Bike Racks at HRM Good morning Drew, As discussed, please send the Bicycle Board with a request for comment on the proposed bike rack type and locations at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Park renovations. I've attached a site plan and specifications for these proposed bike racks. Please let me know when this can be sent to the Bicycle Board. More product information can be found at this website: https://www.landscapeforms.com/en-US/product/Pages/Bola-Bike-Rack.aspx Thank you, Emily Muzzarelli, P.E. Assistant City Manager 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7406 morgantownwv.gov [MORGANTOWN-WITH TEXT - Email]<morgantownwv.gov>

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Re: [Bikeboard] Review and Comment: 2019 Paving Plans
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 20 Feb '19

20 Feb '19

For the first group I would say that all are good candidates for Sharrows. Baldwin will drop into whatever type of roundabout is chosen for the Univ. Ave/ Collins Ferry Road junction, so establishing bikes there might influence what happens with that design. I used to live on Jones between Grove and North street. Grove is the smoothest connection from Jones to Willowdale. The steep hill up North street from that junction to Jones is pretty sketchy, but definitely necessary to mark North from Jones down to University to make that connection. Cornell is steep, but the best connection from the top of the hill to college ave and right to the downtown campus. All the rest are good choices to connect to other shared lane routes. As for the second group, a lot of these streets connect lower south park to the new bridge to the rail trail and could make a big difference in that area. As for North street, the section from Univ to Jones is necessary. If I was coming from Univeristy up North I might still stay on North to go on out to Willowdale, but if I was coming the other way from Willowdale I would go up Grove, hook back on Jones to north and down to Univ. That hill on North from Grove to Jones is steep, pinched and heavily traveled. East Brockway is a nice connector over to Marilla, I agree getting something in at the top of Falling run will add another piece to the puzzle and maybe get that moving. The last group is probably fine as is. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "John Gatlin via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 2/20/2019 1:07:29 PM To: "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Review and Comment: 2019 Paving Plans v\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);}o\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);}w\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);}.shape {behavior:url(#default#VML);} Board, Another chance to comment on an imminent project. What types of facilities (if any) do you all envision on the streets below? Ive split up the streets tentatively included in our 2019 paving plans into three categories: those already present in our spine network, those not present but which maybe should be (according to my judgement), and those not present that probably should remain not on the network (again, according to my judgement). Please review the list of streets below and send me your thoughts. Below the list is a series of related considerations. Note:** indicates both sides on-street parking; * indicates one side on-street parking Included in our current bicycle spine network as significant: **Green *Wilson (Grand to Lyndhurst) **Baldwin *Krepps (not paving, but installation of sidewalk) Evansdale Dr (University to just before where the Zip Cars are parked in front of Bennet Tower) Rawley Ave (Evansdale to Oakland) *Grove St (not in paving plan yet but were advocating for its inclusion) *Cornell (also not in paving plan yet and about the steepest on the spine network) Not included in current spine network but maybe should be: *Kingwood (Deckers Ave to Brockway) **Deckers Ave (Ped Bridge to Kingwood, and maybe all the way to Pennsylvania kingwood to penn has no on-street parking) North St (we are building a sidewalk here) Falling Run (Protzman to dead end, this could be access to Falling Run Trails?) Kirk St (University to Spruce) Spruce St (Kirk to Pleasant St) **East Brockway Ave. (Route 7 to White Ave parking is only near ) Not included in spine network and maybe should stay that way: Listravia Sturgiss St. (below funeral home) Avalon St. Jacobs St. Since we installed the sharrows, we have been hearing from people both within and outside our cycling community that believe they arent going far enough to encourage cycling and the national consensus continues to be mixed on their effectiveness. We havent done any formal studies here so we dont know how they are affecting our environment (Are they increasing the number of cyclists? Are they helping existing cyclists to cycle more frequently or longer distances? Are they increasing motorist awareness? Are they making people feel safer? Are they actually improving measurable safety performance?). We havent received anything but positive reviews of the two bike lanes we installed, both within and outside our community. The cost of both facilities is more than we had anticipated but is roughly comparable and reasonable to include in our plans if warranted. Cost might go down over time as our contractors become used to installing the facilities. Thanks for your time and consideration! -Drew Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409

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Re: [Bikeboard] Request for Comment - Bike Racks at HRM
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 20 Feb '19

20 Feb '19

Hello, They have some style over the std inverted "U", the stainless will continue to look good with no maintenance and placement looks good, I think the spacing is a little close, between racks 40" instead of 36" would probably allow better access for locking and retrieving bikes, if a double row was installed, for end to end they show 72" with a minimum option of 48", the 48" option would have significant wheel overlap and make it difficult to get to the second row if the first was next to a wall. RE the racks used by WVU, they were made by Wilson Works and I believe were about the same as the proposed racks at $399 each, considerably more than regular steel that is powdercoated which are about half the cost. Most inverted "U" racks are shorter than you would think and most bikes don't have top tube quite as high as on Frank's Trek or Pinarello. It would be nice to see a ground view of the park so we could get a better idea of some of the surroundings. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "John Gatlin via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 2/20/2019 9:55:51 AM To: "Marilyn Newcome" mjcycling(a)msn.com, "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Cc: "Paul Brake" pbrake(a)morgantownwv.gov, "Emily Muzzarelli" emuzzarelli(a)morgantownwv.gov Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Request for Comment - Bike Racks at HRM v\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);}o\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);}w\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);}.shape {behavior:url(#default#VML);} Marilyn, all, Your hunch is correct - the building next to the racks on the left-hand side of the drawing (in the north-eastern quadrant of the site) is a proposed bathroom facility. -Drew From: Marilyn Newcome mjcycling(a)msn.com Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2019 9:48 AM To: John Gatlin jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Cc: Paul Brake pbrake(a)morgantownwv.gov Emily Muzzarelli emuzzarelli(a)morgantownwv.gov Subject: RE: Request for Comment - Bike Racks at HRM The racks look good. I assume one location is near the bathrooms. The schematic doesnt label the buildings. Thanks for sending this out for comment and review. Marilyn Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: John Gatlin via Bikeboard Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2019 9:34 AM To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Cc: Paul Brake; Emily Muzzarelli Subject: [Bikeboard] FW: Request for Comment - Bike Racks at HRM Board, Please review and comment on the proposed bicycle parking amenities included in the Hazel Ruby renovations. In short, plans are to install 10 inverted-U style racks for a total of 20 spaces split evenly in two areas. The two areas are shown enclosed in red boxes on the site materials attachment. The racks will closely emulate our bicycle storage ordinance they are a stainless-steel variant of the typical inverted U, though their vertical sections arent exactly vertical and are not parallel. If possible, please limit your review and comments to only the proposed bicycle parking and not the rest of the site. Cheers, Drew From: Emily Muzzarelli Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2019 9:00 AM To: John Gatlin jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov Cc: Paul Brake pbrake(a)morgantownwv.gov Subject: Request for Comment - Bike Racks at HRM Good morning Drew, As discussed, please send the Bicycle Board with a request for comment on the proposed bike rack type and locations at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Park renovations. Ive attached a site plan and specifications for these proposed bike racks. Please let me know when this can be sent to the Bicycle Board. More product information can be found at this website: https://www.landscapeforms.com/en-US/product/Pages/Bola-Bike-Rack.aspx Thank you, Emily Muzzarelli, P.E. Assistant City Manager 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7406 morgantownwv.gov

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Review and Comment: 2019 Paving Plans
by John Gatlin via Bikeboard 20 Feb '19

20 Feb '19

Board, Another chance to comment on an imminent project. What types of facilities (if any) do you all envision on the streets below? I've split up the streets tentatively included in our 2019 paving plans into three categories: those already present in our spine network<https://drive.google.com/open?id=1KdzWWW29ZXA3B4ZnTBQgb-ZWwJIHLJRa&usp=shar…>, those not present but which maybe should be (according to my judgement), and those not present that probably should remain not on the network (again, according to my judgement). Please review the list of streets below and send me your thoughts. Below the list is a series of related considerations. Note:** indicates both sides on-street parking; * indicates one side on-street parking Included in our current bicycle spine network as significant: **Green *Wilson (Grand to Lyndhurst) **Baldwin *Krepps (not paving, but installation of sidewalk) Evansdale Dr (University to just before where the Zip Cars are parked in front of Bennet Tower) Rawley Ave (Evansdale to Oakland) *Grove St (not in paving plan yet but we're advocating for its inclusion) *Cornell (also not in paving plan yet and about the steepest on the spine network) Not included in current spine network but maybe should be: *Kingwood (Deckers Ave to Brockway) **Decker's Ave (Ped Bridge to Kingwood, and maybe all the way to Pennsylvania - kingwood to penn has no on-street parking) North St (we are building a sidewalk here) Falling Run (Protzman to dead end, this could be access to Falling Run Trails?) Kirk St (University to Spruce) Spruce St (Kirk to Pleasant St) **East Brockway Ave. (Route 7 to White Ave - parking is only near ) Not included in spine network and maybe should stay that way: Listravia Sturgiss St. (below funeral home) Avalon St. Jacobs St. Since we installed the sharrows, we have been hearing from people both within and outside our cycling community that believe they aren't going far enough to encourage cycling - and the national consensus continues to be mixed on their effectiveness. We haven't done any formal studies here so we don't know how they are affecting our environment (Are they increasing the number of cyclists? Are they helping existing cyclists to cycle more frequently or longer distances? Are they increasing motorist awareness? Are they making people feel safer? Are they actually improving measurable safety performance?). We haven't received anything but positive reviews of the two bike lanes we installed, both within and outside our community. The cost of both facilities is more than we had anticipated but is roughly comparable and reasonable to include in our plans if warranted. Cost might go down over time as our contractors become used to installing the facilities. Thanks for your time and consideration! -Drew Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:image003.png@01D4C91D.13A14E40]<http://morgantownwv.gov/>

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Bike Plan
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 11 Feb '19

11 Feb '19

Kudos to all of you that showed up for last Tuesday's Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning meeting at the Met Theater. More than 70 people participated. If you missed it, you can see the material presented at http://bikewalkmorgantown.com/ . Please at least go to the site and complete the survey there. There's also an interactive map on which you can pinpoint locations and write improvement recommendations. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Feb 7 meeting
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 07 Feb '19

07 Feb '19

Hello everybody, A few quick updates. Drew and I met with four MDS students from WVU todiscuss working on developing a promotional strategy for the new bikeinfrastructure with the goal of having an event in April. This will betheir Senior Capstone project. I saw some of you at the public meetingat the MET Theater last night put on by ALTA, the firm hired by the MPO,City of Morgantown and WVU to work on refining our bike/ped plan. There were surveys at the meeting last night, but they will also beavailable when the site for the project goes live next week. Be sure togo to the site next week, look at the preliminary info and fill outsurveys. Be sure to post info on your social sites to get your friendsinvolved too. I know several folks will not be available for a meeting tomorrow, so wewill cancel. If there is interest in doing a meeting next week pleaselet me know so we can reschedule. It would be nice to get some initialfeedback from our MDS students to review and give them feedback to keepthem from spinning their wheels. I'll be in touch. Chip

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Regional Bike/Walk Plan Open House: Imminent! Presentation at 6:30p tonight
by John Gatlin via Bikeboard 05 Feb '19

05 Feb '19

Howdy board, Wanted to remind you of the open house tonight from 5:30p-8:00p. If you're interested in hanging out with other bike board members and members-to-be, most are planning to attend the presentation at 6:30p and then sticking around afterwards to put in their comments. Chip and I will conduct an impromptu discussion after that to discuss our Thursday general meeting. Hope to see you tonight! -Drew Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:image001.png@01D4BD74.B422E9F0]<http://morgantownwv.gov/>

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trail detoured at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park
by Ella Belling via Bikeboard 05 Feb '19

05 Feb '19

Hello all The trail is getting detoured with temporary fencing as construction mobilization starts at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park. During construction, there will no longer be parking in the metered lot across from restrooms. Trail will be be routed behind the depot. Please help spread the word. Thanks, Ella Details plus a map of the detour at this link http://morgantownwv.gov/525/HRM-Riverfront-Project <http://morgantownwv.gov/525/HRM-Riverfront-Project> Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782

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Fw: [AllPhilanthropyWV] ANNOUNCEMENT: Highmark Foundation School Grants and Awards Program - PLEASE SHARE
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 05 Feb '19

05 Feb '19

Friends -Could this funding be used to expand bike to school activities? Let me know if there's a lead that I could help.Deadline March 29th.Christiaan ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: laurie(a)ycfwv.org <laurie(a)ycfwv.org>To: "cabildso(a)yahoo.com" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>; "jessy.coffman(a)gmail.com" <jessy.coffman(a)gmail.com>Sent: Friday, February 1, 2019, 12:22:35 PM ESTSubject: FW: [AllPhilanthropyWV] ANNOUNCEMENT: Highmark Foundation School Grants and Awards Program - PLEASE SHARE School health/wellness grants available…feel free to share. Laurie Abildso Program Coordinator Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia, Inc. “YCF” Tanner Building 111 High Street PO Box 409 Morgantown, WV 26507 304-296-3433 www.ycfwv.org From: Paul D. Daugherty <paul(a)philanthropywv.org> Sent: Thursday, January 31, 2019 2:09 PM To: allmembers(a)philanthropywv.org Subject: [AllPhilanthropyWV] ANNOUNCEMENT: Highmark Foundation School Grants and Awards Program - PLEASE SHARE Good afternoon Philanthropy WV Members, Our member, the Highmark Foundation, has announced their 2019 application process for school grants and awards program. Thank you to Cathy McAlister at Highmark in sharing with us. The announcement is copied below. Please share with your grantees and networks. Wishing you a warmer Thursday evening and Friday, Paul GRANT OPPORTUNITY! Please share - grant level raised this year to $7500. Deadline is March 29th! Please SHARE and encourage schools to apply! Highmark Foundation is pleased to present the School Grants and Awards Program. The goal of the program is to create healthier school environments that experience positive, sustainable and lasting change through comprehensive strategies. The School Grants and Awards Program has a new look and feel with some changes that are intended to make it easier for school to apply for the grants and implement the programs. Now entering the seventh year, the Highmark Foundation's School Grant and Awards Program has provided more than $2.2 million to support schools in communities in Pennsylvania and West Virginia served by Highmark Inc. Schools may apply for a school grant in one of five areas: Bullying Prevention, Child Injury Prevention, Environmental Health, Healthy Eating & Physical Activity and School-Based Health. ALL public, private, vocational high school, parochial and charter schools throughout West Virginia are invited to apply. West Virginia schools are eligible for up to $7,500. The Highmark Foundation Grant and Awards Program applications are available at: https://highmarkfoundationrfp.versaic.com. All applications must be submitted online by March 29th. _________________________________ Paul D. Daugherty President & CEO - PHILANTHROPY WEST VIRGINIA Strengthening Philanthropy in the Mountain State! Email: paul(a)philanthropywv.org Twitter: @PhilanthropyWV 304.517.1450 (O) ~ PO Box 1584, Morgantown, WV 26505 JOIN US for Foundations on the Hill on March 11-13, 2018 in Washington, DC and/or Philanthropy WV's Inaugural CEOs Summit on Thursday, March 21st & Friday, March 22nd at Stonewall Resort For more details, visit HERE! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "All Philanthropy WV Members" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to members+unsubscribe(a)philanthropywv.org. To post to this group, send email to members(a)philanthropywv.org. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/a/philanthropywv.org/group/members/.

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FW: Upcoming Public Meeting
by John Gatlin via Bikeboard 28 Jan '19

28 Jan '19

All, Please review the attachment and announcement below about a meeting to be held next Tuesday evening, Feb 5th, from 5:30-8PM. This is the first in a series of public input sessions to help inform the bike/ped strategic planning process. As we discussed in the bike board meeting last month, we hope that all current bike board members (past members are more than welcome too!) will identify at least one person whom they believe might be interested in serving on the board and bring that individual to this public input session. A final request: please print this flyer and post it at places you frequent or distribute it electronically as widely as possible. Let’s make sure this is a big turnout! Best, -Drew Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7411 Cell: (304) 719-7900 Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:image002.png@01D4B701.DB334E50]<http://morgantownwv.gov/> From: Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> Sent: Monday, January 28, 2019 11:37 AM To: Jenny Selin (C.C. Ward 4) <jselin(a)morgantownwv.gov>; statler4board(a)hotmail.com; gmmayor(a)wvgranville.com; wingsman1(a)aol.com; William Kawecki (C.C. Ward 2) <wkawecki(a)morgantownwv.gov>; 'Sean Sikora' <ssikora(a)moncommission.com>; dr.hawk(a)comcast.net; Ryan Wallace <rwallace(a)morgantownwv.gov>; jlgkd1970(a)gmail.com; dominick.claudio(a)gmail.com; ron.justice(a)mail.wvu.edu; 'David Bruffy' <Bruffy(a)busride.org>; Brian.E.Carr(a)wv.gov Cc: 'Rennetta McClure' <rmcclure(a)moncommission.com>; Paul Brake <pbrake(a)morgantownwv.gov>; gmmanager(a)wvgranville.com; Chris Fletcher <cfletcher(a)morgantownwv.gov>; Damien Davis <ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov>; 'Richard Wood' <director(a)moncpc.org>; 'Tim Ball' <tball(a)mub.org>; 'Jeff Meadows' <jameadow(a)k12.wv.us>; WBOY News <news(a)wboy.com>; Dominionpost News Room <newsroom(a)dominionpost.com>; DA Newsroom <danewsroom(a)mail.wvu.edu>; sawdustinc(a)comcast.net; 'Maria Smith' <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>; heather(a)greatbritton.net; 'Christiaan Abildso' <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>; 'Chip Wamsley' <chipwamsley(a)gmail.com>; butch442(a)comcast.net; 'John E. Sneckenberger' <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>; Fouad Shoukry <fouad.n.shoukry(a)wv.gov>; 'Skiles, Matthew H' <Matthew.H.Skiles(a)wv.gov>; 'William Oliver' <wdoliver(a)mail.wvu.edu>; 'Meadows, Donald R' <Donald.R.Meadows(a)wv.gov>; 'Mary Thompson' <mary.thompson4(a)mail.wvu.edu>; 'matthew' <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>; 'Joe Patten' <Joe.Patten(a)mail.wvu.edu>; 'Clement Solomon' <csolomon(a)mail.wvu.edu>; donnywwv(a)comcast.net; 'Phil Goff' <philgoff(a)altaplanning.com>; John Gatlin <jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov>; glass.enviro(a)gmail.com Subject: Upcoming Public Meeting Policy Board Members, Please find attached a flyer for the upcoming meeting on pedestrian and bicycle issues to be held on February 5th. We would appreciate your assistance in publicizing this meeting. We will be scheduling additional public meetings including at least one in the Westover area in the near future. The MPO’s consultants will also be conducting the following outreach on February 5th and 6th. February 5th-Outreach to WVU Students table and posters in the Mountainlair Study Steering Committee Meeting-2-4 pm Mountainlair Blackwater Room City of Morgantown Outreach Meeting-Metropolitan Theater-5:30 until 8 pm. Short presentation at 6:30. February 6th-Stakeholder Meetings various times and locations Presentation and discussion with WVU SGA at Regular Meeting Thank you for your assistance in helping us to reach out to the community. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or if we may be of any assistance. Sincerely, Bill Austin, AICP Executive Director Morgantown Monongalia MPO 243 High Street Room 110 Morgantown, WV 26505 304-291-9571 Office 304-692-7225 Mobile “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.” » George Bernard Shaw ” It is not necessary to change. Survival is not mandatory.” » W. Edwards Deming

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Meet the Double Threats: Cyclists who code
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 27 Jan '19

27 Jan '19

Positive Spin has been invited to present our software at this Meetup (Transportation Techies [1]) in Washington D.C. Many of their techie presentations would be of interest to the Bicycle Board. Here is an article about their last meetup: https://mobilitylab.org/2019/01/25/meet-the-double-threats-cyclists-who-cod… One of these days, but not immediately (busy with Positive Spins relocation), maybe some of us could schedule a day to carpool up. We could get really creative with such a trip, maybe plan it around a networking or lobbying effort, etc. -Jonathan Links: ------ [1] https://www.meetup.com/Transportation-Techies/

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Fwd: Public Meeting on Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, February 5th, Metropolitan Theater
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 25 Jan '19

25 Jan '19

Hi, All The Morgantown Monongalia MPO is working with Alta Consultant to develop a bicycle and pedestrian plan for the Morgantown metropolitan area. We will hold a public meeting for this plan on February 5th, from 5 pm to 8 pm. The location is at the Metropolitan Theater on High St, Downtown Morgantown. More information will come later. Regards, Jing Jing Zhang, AICP, PTP, LEED AP ND LCI #4855 Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization 243 High Street Courthouse Rm. 110 Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Fwd: Partnering with the American Cancer Society
by J.D. Gatlin via Bikeboard 23 Jan '19

23 Jan '19

Board, Please see the meeting announcement below to form a planning committee for a possible 2019 charity ride. Cheers, Drew ________________________________ From: Megan Pitrolo <megan.pitrolo(a)cancer.org> Sent: Wednesday, January 16, 2019 1:52 PM To: bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com Subject: Partnering with the American Cancer Society Hello! My name is Megan Pitrolo and I am the Community Development Manager for the American Cancer Society in Morgantown. I wanted to reach out to you because we are looking to implement a biking fundraiser in the Morgantown area this year. A few individuals who I have reach out to are interested in getting together to help plan it and I wanted to reach out to see if you would be interested in helping, as well. We are going to get together on Monday, January 28th at 6:30 at Terra Café so that we can get some ideas and plans in the works. I would love to hear back from you and get some of your insight, as well! All the best, Megan Megan Pitrolo<mailto:megan.pitrolo@cancer.org> Community Development Manager (304) 223.7378 | f: (304) 296.6172 ________________________________ American Cancer Society, Inc. | North Central Region 122 South High St Morgantown, WV 26501 cancer.org<https://www.cancer.org> | 1.800.227.2345 [https://www.mysocietysource.org/PublishingImages/EmailSig/ACSLogo.png]<https://www.cancer.org/> [donate3.cancer.org]<https://donate3.cancer.org/?campaign=eoycampaign2018&utm_source=outlook+sig…> This message (including any attachments) is intended exclusively for the individual to whom it is addressed and may contain proprietary, protected, or confidential information. If you are not the named addressee, you are not authorized to read, print, copy, or disseminate this message or any part of it. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately.

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Webinar Follow-Up: Another scheduled for Monday (Jan 28th), 3-5p
by John Gatlin via Bikeboard 23 Jan '19

23 Jan '19

Hello all! Wonderful time yesterday viewing the FHWA Designing for Bicyclist Safety webinar<http://www.pedbikeinfo.org/training/webinars_FHWA_012319.cfm>. Alex and I had a good time hosting Marilyn, Frank, Christiaan, and Don Spencer in a somewhat impromptu bike board meeting and project status update. Check out this candid photo<https://twitter.com/jagatlin/status/1088079897145294850> of our gathering I posted on twitter, hah! Sorry I didn't get Marilyn in the picture too. We're hosting another webinar<https://cc.readytalk.com/registration/#/?meeting=3km908icsk4d&campaign=d6yq…> in the council chambers this coming Monday, January 28th. Thanks to Christiaan for tipping us off to this one: it's about their new playbook<http://playbook.t4america.org/> for "shared micromobility" (which includes those e-scooters we've been talking about for a while). It's put on by Transportation for America, a thinktank and policy group known for promoting ideas such as "smart growth" and multimodal access. Should be a good time. I hope you'll join us this Monday from 3-5pm! We'll probably finish up by 4:30, however, given that the webinar is only 1 hour long. Thanks, Drew Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-1411 Cell: Office # forwarded when in the field Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:image003.png@01D4B308.55FD9760]<http://morgantownwv.gov/>

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FW: GoToWebinar - Designing for Bicyclist Safety, Tuesday 1p-2:30p in Council Chambers
by John Gatlin via Bikeboard 22 Jan '19

22 Jan '19

Hello all! Just a reminder that you're invited to view this webinar with us Tuesday afternoon in the council chambers. Cheers, Drew Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-1411 Cell: Office # forwarded when in the field Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:image001.png@01D4AF45.C6038270]<http://morgantownwv.gov/>

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: PBIC Messenger: Upcoming Webinar on Designing for Bicyclist Safety
by John Gatlin via Bikeboard 18 Jan '19

18 Jan '19

All - Damien has kindly reserved the council chambers for us to use to watch this webinar. Anyone interested and free early afternoon on the 22nd is welcome to join us and watch it on the big screen. Best, Drew From: Bikeboard <bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com> On Behalf Of John Gatlin via Bikeboard Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2019 9:46 PM To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>; Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: PBIC Messenger: Upcoming Webinar on Designing for Bicyclist Safety I'll double check but would love to have anyone who wants to watch the webinar get together in my office. Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef> ________________________________ From: Bikeboard <bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com<mailto:bikeboard-bounces@bikemorgantown.com>> on behalf of Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com<mailto:bikeboard@bikemorgantown.com>> Sent: Tuesday, January 8, 2019 6:31 PM To: Bicycle Board Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: PBIC Messenger: Upcoming Webinar on Designing for Bicyclist Safety Bicycle Board Members, I think this webinar would be good for us to learn how the FWHA says bicycle infrastructure be designed. I registered for it. If you also plan to participate, please let me know. Perhaps we could find a location to participate together. Could be fun:) Frank Begin forwarded message: From: PBIC Messenger <blank(a)hsrc.unc.edu<mailto:blank@hsrc.unc.edu>> Subject: PBIC Messenger: Upcoming Webinar on Designing for Bicyclist Safety Date: January 8, 2019 at 10:04:42 AM EST To: <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com<mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com>> Reply-To: PBIC Messenger <blank(a)hsrc.unc.edu<mailto:blank@hsrc.unc.edu>> [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/7ae385fc8506278c2e453ab5d/images/c3017f4c-993…] Webinar Announcement Upcoming Webinar on Designing for Bicyclist Safety Designing for Bicyclist Safety Tuesday, January 22, 2019 1:00-2:30 pm Eastern Time Register Here<https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> Based on a course developed and taught by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), this webinar will provide an overview of roadway design strategies and tools to improve bicyclist safety and applicable countermeasures and designs to address safety issues. The session will provide context for considering bicyclists in the transportation system and introduce a range of facility types and treatments. Brooke Struve (FHWA Resource Center) will lead the webinar and spend time responding to questions from attendees. This Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) Office of Safety webinar will be delivered by VHB and the UNC Highway Safety Research Center through a contract to provide training and technical assistance to the FHWA-designated Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Focus States and Cities. ________________________________ PBIC offers free, public webinars approximately every month. To register for upcoming webinars and to access archived presentations, please visit www.pedbikeinfo.org/webinars<https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…>. Follow the PBIC on Twitter<https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> and Facebook<https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> and join the discussion [https://twitter.com/pedbikeinfo?lang=en]<https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> [https://www.facebook.com/pedbikeinfo]<https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> [http://www.pedbikeinfo.org/index.cfm]<https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> ________________________________ 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 and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. ________________________________ Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center 730 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Suite 300 Chapel Hill, NC 27599 Add us to your address book<https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/vcard?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e453ab5d&…> Phone: 1.888.823.3977 Fax: 919.962.8710 www.pedbikeinfo.org<https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> If you no longer wish to receive these emails, simply unsubscribe from this list<https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…>. View this email in your browser<https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…>

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New Recruitment Flyer... thoughts?
by John Gatlin via Bikeboard 14 Jan '19

14 Jan '19

Board, Our City Manager Paul Brake has offered to help recruit for bike board members at tonight's neighborhood coordinating council meeting (7pm in city council chambers). Thanks Paul! If anyone is free around then and open to attending / answering questions, please do so! I downloaded the flyer that you all used to recruit me so many years ago and updated it with some new verbiage and info. Can you review and suggest design/content changes before we distribute further? Cheers, Drew Drew Gatlin Staff Engineer 389 Spruce St., Rm. 24 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-1411 Cell: Office # forwarded when in the field Fax: (304) 284-7409 [cid:image001.png@01D4AC2B.C703C030]<http://morgantownwv.gov/>

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Fwd: Re: Morgantown Climate Action Plan
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 12 Jan '19

12 Jan '19

I brought up this initiative at the the December Bike Board meeting. The Climate Action Team is working on their final version at their (nearly?) final meeting, which they will present to City Council. Does anyone have recommendations they would like included? Please study and comment on attached document. -Jonathan -------- Original Message -------- SUBJECT: Re: Morgantown Climate Action Plan DATE: 2019-01-11 13:07 FROM: James Kotcon <jkotcon(a)wvu.edu> TO: James Kotcon <jkotcon(a)wvu.edu> A (nearly?) final meeting of the Climate Action Team will be held Monday, Jan. 14 at 6 PM in Room G-138 South Ag Sciences (conference room). My goal is to finalize a list of recommendations to City Council to present at the Committee of the Whole meting Jan. 29. The attached document is where we are so far. I have copied a lot of stuff people sent me, but have not integrated it yet. The list on Page 2 is the most relevant. Please make recommendations as to which of these are priorities for the coming budget year, which are longer term, and which are actions that the City can incentivize and are worth doing for the residential/commercial sector, but may not be something City Council can directly impose. Feel free to expand the invitation to anyone else who might be interested. Hope to see you there, if not, send me comments. Jim Kotcon ------------------------- FROM: James Kotcon SENT: Sunday, November 25, 2018 8:41:02 PM SUBJECT: Fw: Morgantown Climate Action Plan The next meeting for the Climate Action Team in Monday, Nov. 26 at 5:45 PM. I did not get a room at the Library, so we will hold that in our conference room, G-138 South Agr. Sciences building, on the Evansdale campus. It is accessible a 5-minutes walk from the Engineering PRT station. Parking is free after 5 PM. The main agenda item is to refine and report progress on our list of proposed recommendations tot he City to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The attachment from Joe Kanofsky provides some valuable parameters for calculating emissions reductions. See thread below for more info. The ideas we discussed last week include: 1) Implement IAC energy efficiency recommendations. 2) Install LED street lights. (As Joe indicates below, this is probably not a money-saver, but it would more than meet the 28 % target for greenhouse gas reductions from that source.) 3) Provide incentives to malls and large parking areas on private/commercial sites to install LED lighting. 4) Acquire more efficient and cleaner City buses for MountainLine 5) Expand bus routes to reduce auto traffic. 6) Install Park-and-Ride lots to encourage commuters to use bus services. 7) Integrate bikes with buses and rail trail (this needs some clarification) 8) Install solar panels on City facilities. (My Baseline calculation indicates that to displace 28 % of the City's Municipal electric consumption would require 1986 MWh of solar generation. Assuming a capacity factor of 25 %, we would need approximately 900 kW of solar panels. Assuming $2.75 per watt, this would be approximately $2.5 million. The payback time on this is about 40 years, so this is not free.) 9 Have the City provide incentives for green building standards. 10) Convert the City fleet to fuel efficient or electric vehicles. 11) Provide education to City residents and in schools on ways to reduce carbon emissions. 12) Identify cleaner alternatives for small engines (leaf blowers, lawn mowers, etc.) More ideas are welcome, and we will need to prioritize these, as well as develop specific implementation recommendations. We also should think about how to quantify emission reductions to provide realistic estimates. Hope you can join us. Jim Kotcon ------------------------- FROM: Kanosky, Joseph P. <Joseph.Kanosky(a)NETL.DOE.GOV> SENT: Tuesday, November 13, 2018 1:29 PM TO: James Kotcon SUBJECT: RE: Morgantown Climate Action Plan Jim: My thoughts on reducing GHG emissions. Reducing GHG emissions is achieved by reducing energy use produced by fossil energy (coal, oil, natural gas). At NETL I am responsible for tracking GHG emissions by calculating the CO2 emissions from our electric and natural gas usage using the tables provided in the Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Tracking in Portfolio Manager document dated August 31, 2009. I have attached this document along with some sample calculations. To achieve the 26% reduction in CO2 will require reducing energy usage in the city buildings. We have some projects identified from Alex's audit work which I am not sure if all of these were implemented that we could achieve the 26% reduction. The LED street lighting we have been investigating may not save the city money but will contribute to reducing the CO2e by reducing the energy usage. We can calculate the projected CO2 reduction based on Alex's energy use reduction for her listed projects and for the LED lighting which Abby's report would have the projected energy savings per fixture. That would give us some idea of how achievable the 26% goal would be so that we could try to identify additional projects if that goal could not be met with Alex's project and the LED lighting. I have attached the Portfolio Manager paper with the kgCO2e/MBTU conversion factors for electric and natural gas. There are also additional conversion factors for indirect GHG emissions. I hope this information helps you with your climate action plan. FROM: James Kotcon <jkotcon(a)wvu.edu> SENT: Wednesday, November 7, 2018 7:33 PM TO: James Kotcon <jkotcon(a)wvu.edu> SUBJECT: Morgantown Climate Action Plan As you may recall, Morgantown City Council adopted the US Mayors Climate Agreement last year, pledging to meet the terms of the Paris Climate Agreement by reducing the City's greenhouse gas emissions by 26 % by 2026. Council asked the Morgantown Green Team to develop a Climate Action Plan, detailing how to achieve that goal. After several false starts, I want to get that back on track. We will meet Monday, Nov. 12, at 5:30 PM at the Morgantown Public Library in the Second Floor Conference Room. My goal is to propose a reduced set of actions as a menu of something like our "Top Ten Climate Recommendations" for consideration by the City. I will need your help to generate some realistic cost data and estimates of potential reductions in emissions, with the idea that Council and the City Engineering Department can identify the easiest options to choose. Please let me know if you can make this meeting. Alternatively, let me know if you are no longer interested and I will delete you from these messages. Jim Kotcon 304-293-8822 (office) 304-594-3322 (home)

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January Meeting (Loose) Agenda, December Minutes, new email address
by John Gatlin via Bikeboard 10 Jan '19

10 Jan '19

Hello Board! You're among the first emails I'm sending from my new city email address - today was the first day of my new job as our city's Staff Engineer. Hurrah! As you'll read in the minutes from December and as I alluded to in my December meeting email, taking on this job necessitated a change in my relationship to the board. I will remain on the board as the city's representative and I will champion all our existing and future projects. Going forward, I would appreciate if you could send your bike board related emails to this new address: jgatlin(a)morgantownwv.gov For January, Chip and I's suggested agenda for Thursday is as follows: 6:30-7:30: Introductions, ripe bananas, and board membership recruiting / advertisement discussion 7:30-8:00: WVU Center for Service Learning & Community Outreach student utilization (we have begun a relationship with a multidisciplinary student group to assist us this Spring) 8:00-8:30: MMMPO Bike/Ped Plan updates Please find a draft of December minutes attached and edit / suggest changes as you see fit. Many thanks to our outstanding (and unfortunately departing!) secretary Brian Leary for putting these together. Best, Drew

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Fwd: Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike share / Dockless systems info
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 09 Jan '19

09 Jan '19

Attached are official documents from Reno, Nevada demonstrating the manner in which this City is handling dockless system. -Jonathan -------- Original Message -------- SUBJECT: Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike share / Dockless systems info DATE: 2019-01-08 15:06 FROM: Reno Bike Project <renobikeproject(a)gmail.com> TO: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> REPLY-TO: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Hi Jim, Good timing--Reno, Nevada City Council is meeting tomorrow and likely approving a franchise renewal with Lime, so I have been able to grab the original, temporary agreement, staff report, and proposed continuing agreement for you to dig into as you please. Reno got ahead of the curve, did an RFP from various bikeshare companies, and has passed regulations that only allowed Lime access to the public right-of-way. The original franchise agreement was made between Lime & 5 partners including the neighboring city of Sparks, Washoe County (which both cities are part of), Reno-Sparks Indian Colony, and the University of Nevada, Reno. Just a bit of background there. I'm not intimately familiar with the program's workings, but if your group has questions, I'm happy to do my best to answer them, or direct you to someone who can. Genevieve, Reno Bike Project On Mon, Jan 7, 2019 at 11:22 PM Jim D. Mayerstein <jdmayerstein(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Hi all! This is a little off-topic from bike collectives stuff but still in the bike spectrum of things, so here's what's up: > > Mexico City just installed the first technical board for bike share and dockless transportation systems infrastructure and operations management and I'm super stoked to be part of it. Right now we're trying to gather information from other systems around the world on what their regulations are specifically with the dockless bikes and scooters operators. Some of the questions we're trying to find answers for are: > > * What are the requirements for companies that offer these services to operate in your city? > * Do companies have to pay some sort of right to operate in the city? If so, how much is it and how often do you do contract renewal? > * Which are the penalties for companies who don't stick to the rules? > * Do companies have to install infrastructure for their bikes? Given they are dockless, some sort of designated spaces or areas? > * Do companies have to contribute to the bike infrastructure maintenance? > > If you or anyone you know have some info or is willing to chat at some point, let me know! > > Thanks everyone! > > Much love, > > -Jim Mayerstein > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… -- Reno Bike Project Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday 10am-5pm Thursday, Friday 10am-6pm 216 E. Grove Street Reno, NV 89502 775-323-4488 Donate via Paypal [1] | Follow us on Facebook [2] | Instagram [3] | Twitter [4] Please let us know if you would no longer like to receive emails. ____________________________________ The ThinkTank mailing List Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… Links: ------ [1] https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=D_qF6mTpg7zSdcNlEQVG-p-p4_ekx1PNlvSzjN… [2] https://www.facebook.com/renobikeproject [3] https://www.instagram.com/renobikeproject/ [4] https://twitter.com/renobikeproject

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Fwd: PBIC Messenger: Upcoming Webinar on Designing for Bicyclist Safety
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 08 Jan '19

08 Jan '19

Bicycle Board Members, I think this webinar would be good for us to learn how the FWHA says bicycle infrastructure be designed. I registered for it. If you also plan to participate, please let me know. Perhaps we could find a location to participate together. Could be fun:) Frank > Begin forwarded message: > > From: PBIC Messenger <blank(a)hsrc.unc.edu> > Subject: PBIC Messenger: Upcoming Webinar on Designing for Bicyclist Safety > Date: January 8, 2019 at 10:04:42 AM EST > To: <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Reply-To: PBIC Messenger <blank(a)hsrc.unc.edu> > > > Webinar Announcement > Upcoming Webinar on Designing for Bicyclist Safety > Designing for Bicyclist Safety > Tuesday, January 22, 2019 > 1:00-2:30 pm Eastern Time > Register Here > <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> > Based on a course developed and taught by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), this webinar will provide an overview of roadway design strategies and tools to improve bicyclist safety and applicable countermeasures and designs to address safety issues. The session will provide context for considering bicyclists in the transportation system and introduce a range of facility types and treatments. Brooke Struve (FHWA Resource Center) will lead the webinar and spend time responding to questions from attendees. > > This Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) Office of Safety webinar will be delivered by VHB and the UNC Highway Safety Research Center through a contract to provide training and technical assistance to the FHWA-designated Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Focus States and Cities. > > > PBIC offers free, public webinars approximately every month. To register for upcoming webinars and to access archived presentations, please visit www.pedbikeinfo.org/webinars <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…>. > > Follow the PBIC on Twitter <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> and Facebook <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> and join the discussion > <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> > <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> > <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> > 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 and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. > Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center > 730 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Suite 300 > Chapel Hill, NC 27599 > > Add us to your address book <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/vcard?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e453ab5d&…> > Phone: 1.888.823.3977 > Fax: 919.962.8710 > www.pedbikeinfo.org <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> > > If you no longer wish to receive these emails, simply unsubscribe from this list <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…>. > View this email in your browser <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…>

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Fwd: Public Meeting-Metropolitan Transportation Plan Tier 1 Project Amendment
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 08 Jan '19

08 Jan '19

Bicycle Board Members, Sorry for the short fuse. Action required tomorrow, 1/9. I just heard of this this morning so I question how “Public” is the meeting. Apparently, Morgantown Industrial Park (MIP) developers want to substitute "improving" access to the MIP for one of the a multi-million dollar Tier 1 projects in the current MMMPO transportation plan which includes at least one project for bicycling improvements. I hope one outcome of the “Public Meetings” will be the re-opening of River Road and making it easier to ride your bike across the intersection with DuPont Rd. The River Road has been a favorite bicycling route of many Morgantowners. Especially in cold weather because you get well warmed up climbing from the river up to the bridge over I-79. And then, there are myriad delightful roads to ride through places like Crown, Booth, Lowesville, Hagans, Arnettsville, Rivesville, Baxter, Fairview, Crossroads, Bula, Blacksville and Fairmont; just to mention a few. Since WVDOH closed River Road after a slip, all that has been inaccessible without riding Rt. 19 which particularly between the Triangle in Westover and DuPont Rd. is dreadful. Also, before doing my homework, it appears that the MIP has become a lay down site for acres of pipe that are probably for a gas pipeline. I can imagine that the gas developers want to be unencumbered in getting those pipes to the pipeline and that may be the main driver for the proposed amendment to make the access a Tier 1 project. I could be wrong. I really have to question how that benefits our Community much less our world’s environment. Let’s continue promoting transportation “improvements” that make bicycling more viable? I’m planning to attend the 4-7 pm tomorrow meeting at Mountain Line in Westover. The meeting on Thursday coincides with our BB meeting or I’d attend that one too. I hope you will. The attachments contain a few details. Frank > >> Begin forwarded message: >> >> From: "Jing Zhang" <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net <mailto:tranplan@labyrinth.net>> >> Subject: Public Meeting-Metropolitan Transportation Plan Tier 1 Project Amendment >> Date: January 7, 2019 at 3:46:00 PM EST >> To: "002" <atwoodwv(a)gmail.com <mailto:atwoodwv@gmail.com>>, "003" <wendell.barry(a)aol.com <mailto:wendell.barry@aol.com>>, "004" <shane.leiggi(a)gmail.com <mailto:shane.leiggi@gmail.com>>, "005" <LordEWalker(a)gmail.com <mailto:LordEWalker@gmail.com>>, "006" <timstephens13(a)hotmail.com <mailto:timstephens13@hotmail.com>>, "007" <Jkite(a)wvu.edu <mailto:Jkite@wvu.edu>>, "008" <Brittany.sovine(a)gmail.com <mailto:Brittany.sovine@gmail.com>>, "009" <Angyelk(a)gmail.com <mailto:Angyelk@gmail.com>>, "010" <andrew.rorabaugh(a)gmail.com <mailto:andrew.rorabaugh@gmail.com>>, "012" <dking56(a)comcast.net <mailto:dking56@comcast.net>>, "013" <laurainmgtn(a)gmail.com <mailto:laurainmgtn@gmail.com>>, "015" <wvfossils(a)aol.com 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<sunnybeewv(a)gmail.com <mailto:sunnybeewv@gmail.com>>, <suzanne(a)deckerscreek.org <mailto:suzanne@deckerscreek.org>>, <syokum(a)gmail.com <mailto:syokum@gmail.com>>, <tfauquier(a)vanguardrealty.com <mailto:tfauquier@vanguardrealty.com>>, <theredmonds(a)comcast.net <mailto:theredmonds@comcast.net>>, <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org <mailto:tlloyd@cityofmorgantown.org>>, <troutguy2(a)frontier.com <mailto:troutguy2@frontier.com>>, <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net <mailto:wm_a_kawecki@comcast.net>>, <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu <mailto:wreger@hsc.wvu.edu>>, <zfowler(a)mail.wvu.edu <mailto:zfowler@mail.wvu.edu>> >> Cc: <jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com <mailto:jingzhangaicp@gmail.com>> >> >> Hi, All >> Happy New Year! The MPO will hold two public meetings on a Metropolitan Transportation Plan tier 1 project amendment. >> >> The first meeting: Training Room, Mountain Line Transit Administration Building, 420 DuPont Road Westover WV, January 9, 2019, 4 to 7 PM. >> The second meeting: MMMPO Offices, Monongalia County Courthouse 243 High Street Room 110, Morgantown, WV, January 10, 2019, 6 PM >> >> The purpose of the meetings will be to review the MPO’s Tier One Priority List with the public and to request comments on the possibility of including improved access to the Morgantown Industrial Park in the fiscally constrained plan. Including improved access to the Industrial Park will require the MPO to remove or reduce funding for projects from the existing fiscally constrained “Tier One” Plan. Attached are informational material for the meetings. >> >> We need your input for the following questions >> · Question 1: >> Do you agree that the MMMPO Metropolitan Transportation Plan be amended to include the Morgantown Industrial Park Access Project as a Tier 1 project? >> >> · If you agree, question 2: >> Do you have any suggestions on which tier 1 project(s) be removed from the current Tier 1 project list, to make the amended Tier 1 project category fiscal constraint? >> >> The MPO Policy Board will consider this item at a regularly scheduled meeting on January 17 at 6 PM at the City of Morgantown Council Chambers 389 Spruce Street Morgantown WV. >> >> Questions or comments? Details of the proposed amendments are available at the MPO Office at 243 High Street Room 110 Morgantown WV 26505 or call (304) 291-9571. Written comments should be received on or before January 16, 2019. >> >> Thank you for your attention! >> >> Regards, >> >> Jing >> >> >> >> >> Jing Zhang, AICP, PTP, LEED AP ND >> >> LCI #4855 >> >> Transportation Planner >> >> Morgantown Monongalia >> Metropolitan Planning Organization >> 243 High Street >> Courthouse Rm. 110 >> Morgantown, WV 26505 >> www.plantogether.org <http://www.plantogether.org/> >> >> 864.207.0749 (cell) >> 304.381.4363 >> >> " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa >> > > >

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CRITICAL: Positive Spin looking for a new space immediately!
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 07 Jan '19

07 Jan '19

Positive Spin, Morgantown's non-profit bicycle collective, was alerted by their Lessor that their lease is now void and that they have 60 days to vacate by the end of February. The owners of the property decided to sell the property and there is a clause in the lease that gives them the ability to do this in the event of a sale if the lessee is not in the first year of the lease. What this means is that Positive Spin will have to quickly find a place with at least 1700 to 2000 sq ft at no more than $6/sq ft/yr. Positive Spin helps a diverse group of people acquire affordable sustainable transportation, recreation and exercise via bicycles and helps them learn how to maintain their bicycle. If you know about any properties, leads, or solutions, please contact us or email info(a)positivespin.org . -Jonathan

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January 2019 meeting
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 03 Jan '19

03 Jan '19

Hello Board members, As we discussed at the December meeting we are postponing the January meeting until the second Thursday, when everyone is back in town from the Holidays. I will send out the minutes from Decembers meeting tomorrow. Enjoy your weekend and see you next Thursday, Chip Wamsley

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Re: [Bikeboard] Austin dockless report
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 12 Dec '18

12 Dec '18

Interesting numbers. Based on seven months usage, a single scooter would log 45miles/month and a single bike would log 10 miles/month. It would be interesting to see numbers before scooter introduction. I don't see where the 30 times crash rate for bicycles could possibly come from. ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 12/11/2018 7:59:46 PM To: "Frank Gmeindl" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Cc: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Austin dockless report Wow, these are amazing numbers Frank! Thanks for sharing. On Tue, Dec 11, 2018 at 7:29 PM Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com wrote: Heres an October 11, 2018 report from Austin, TX on their Dockless Mobility Program, http://www.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=307564 Some interesting statistics from April - October: Number of devices in service Scooters: 3,750 Bicycles: 1,200 Miles ridden Scooters: 1,190,900 Bicycles: 85,000 Number of crashes Scooters: 37 Bicycles: 81 Computation: bicycles had 30 times higher crash rate than scooters. None of the scooter crashes was fatal; 1 was life threatening; 16 had significant signs and symptoms and 14 were non-life threatening. During the same time, Austin had Pedestrians: 14 fatalities; 112 injuries Motorcyclists: 5 fatalities; 128 injuries Motor vehicles; 10 fatalities, 2,336 injuries At least in Austin, scooters look like a pretty safe way to get around. Frank_______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard -- J.D. Gatlin Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering B58 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board Morgantown, WV 26505

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Stansbury & Hodges Hall auction, closing 12/12
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 11 Dec '18

11 Dec '18

Friends -An odd email, but wanted to let you know there's a TON of stuff that could be repurposed currently being liquidated online from Stansbury & Hodges halls. Boatloads of metal shelving, exercise equipment, office furniture, and wacky stuff like the marble - yes marble - shower stalls & benches from the bathrooms. Pretty fun to scroll through the listings. Anyway, I know there are a bunch of creative people on this list that could figure out a 2nd life for many items in garages, bike shops, maintenance sheds, etc...have fun...CLOSES tomorrow, 12/12 at about 5pm: Liquidation of WVU Stansbury & Hodges Halls | | | | | | | | | | | Liquidation of WVU Stansbury & Hodges Halls Online Only Auction Personal property from The Historic Stansbury Hall (Former Field House) and Hodges Hall on... | | |

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Austin dockless report
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 11 Dec '18

11 Dec '18

Here’s an October 11, 2018 report from Austin, TX on their Dockless Mobility Program, http://www.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=307564 <http://www.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=307564> Some interesting statistics from April - October: Number of devices in service Scooters: 3,750 Bicycles: 1,200 Miles ridden Scooters: 1,190,900 Bicycles: 85,000 Number of crashes Scooters: 37 Bicycles: 81 Computation: bicycles had 30 times higher crash rate than scooters. None of the scooter crashes was fatal; 1 was life threatening; 16 had “significant signs and symptoms” and 14 were non-life threatening. During the same time, Austin had Pedestrians: 14 fatalities; 112 injuries Motorcyclists: 5 fatalities; 128 injuries Motor vehicles; 10 fatalities, 2,336 injuries At least in Austin, scooters look like a pretty safe way to get around. Frank

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Rec Trail Grant news
by Ella Belling via Bikeboard 11 Dec '18

11 Dec '18

MRTC received two grants at the ceremony yesterday- one for drainage repairs in the Arboretum section of trail. And the other was for lighting in the Wharf District. Also big news for rail-trail work in Fairmont area, Shinnston area, and Preston County for the Cheat River Trail (along Cheat River) and WV Northern Trail (Kingwood). This is momentum for connections on the P2P corridor and beyond! https://governor.wv.gov/News/press-releases/2018/Pages/Gov.-Justice-Announc… Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782

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Re: [Bikeboard] E-scooter pilot
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 10 Dec '18

10 Dec '18

Thanks to Jonathan, Marilyn and Barry for your comments on the document, ReplyToMuzzarelli.docx that we reviewed at last Thursday’s BB meeting. If you would like to make changes to the document, please feel free to use Track Changes and Comments to revise the attached and return it to me. I hope to roll in all your comments and issue a revision this week for your final review. Happy Holidays! Frank > On Dec 10, 2018, at 7:21 AM, Barry Wendell <bwendell(a)morgantownwv.gov> wrote: > > As I said at the meeting, I agree with Frank's idea to have a committee come up with a proposal for Council. My main concernsare: > Safety > Where will they ride? > How accessible are they to less affluent people who don't have a smart phone? > How will they be parked? > How can Morgantown make money licensing these companies? > I would also recommend that WVU students be involved in this committee. Isaac Obioma, the current SGA president, expressed an interest in this on Twitter. > > Barry Wendell > From: Bikeboard <bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com> on behalf of Marilyn Newcome via Bikeboard <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> > Sent: Sunday, December 9, 2018 5:55:17 PM > To: Jonathan Rosenbaum; Frank Gmeindl > Cc: Bike Board > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] E-scooter pilot > > I read Franks suggestions and agree with them. I talked to a friend from Charolette NC where there is an e-scooter program in community. He said they have a good time playing on them. He has never ridden them but they do have fun riding on the sidewalks and green ways. They fly by the pedestrians and that is where the friction is coming in. They don’t have separate paths for them to ride so looks like they are just for fun mostly. > Marilyn > > Sent from Mail <https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=550986> for Windows 10 > > From: Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard <mailto:bikeboard@bikemorgantown.com> > Sent: Monday, December 3, 2018 7:26 PM > To: Frank Gmeindl <mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com> > Cc: Bike Board <mailto:bikeboard@bikemorgantown.com> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] E-scooter pilot > > Taking a different spin, the reality is that until the infrastructure is improved or there is a really effective education/encouragement campaign, dockerless electric scooters will not be used where they would have the maximum effect in reducing VMT by cars. > Consider Suncrest, a rather affluent neighborhood with a large percentage of people who work at WVU. I know people who live literally across the road from the Evansdale Campus who refuse to walk across Patteson because of the perception, which is factual, that it is rather dangerous. > It is exponentially safer to bicycle on Patteson than to attempt to walk across it. This Saturday after attending the awesome National Energy Conference at the Law Center, while walking home, I got to experience something that happens on a regular basis in Morgantown. At the intersection of Patteson Drive and University Avenue, when the traffic signal turned red (all 4-ways) and the pedestrian signal indicated it was safe to cross, 1 second later a car blew past me on the right-hand lane in front of me. I am an experienced pedestrian, so I never trust pedestrian signalling, but rather make sure all vehicles have stopped, but I can easily imagine what will happen to people on scooters crossing this road. > However, at this juncture we do not even know how to label scooters in regards to the ordinance, but if they are not considered bicycles, that will definitely limit their ability to be used safely unless there are major safety improvements and/or education/encouragement campaigns for pedestrians (and scooter users). The way that people will actually will use the scooters plays a more important role in this equation, because they will most likely be used on sidewalks, more often than on roads, regardless of any ordinance changes, in the same way that it is now an acceptable practice by many drivers to try to beat the yellow signal to avoid a long wait at the light. > -Jonathan > On 2018-12-03 11:13, Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard wrote: > Chicago did a dockless bike-share pilot in the South Side this summer. This Chicago Tribune article, https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/columnists/wisniewski/ct-biz-dockless-b… <https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/columnists/wisniewski/ct-biz-dockless-b…> reveals some important points that we should consider in designing our dockless e-scooter pilot. > > We will need a robust education and promotion program. Advocates expect share bike use to be higher in low income neighborhoods than high income neighborhoods but Chicago saw the opposite. While the share-bikes just appeared in low income neighborhoods with little information about them, in the affluent Beverly neighborhood that saw maximum ridership, Martin Joyce of the alderman'a office said, ""We promoted the heck out of it. We did email blasts; we had local media coverage." and "even hosted a meeting at which businesses were encouraged to have bike racks on their properties". > > We will need enough e-scooters that users can easily find one when they need it. An insufficient number of bikes available can make the pilot fail. Four vendors participated. One pulled out because of the limit. > > We should be sure that e-scooters are available on routes that have the least risky roads. Having bicycling infrastructure (or teaching people to ride in traffic) can make the pilot succeed or fail. "...dropping bikes into neighborhoods with major barriers to bicycling alone doesn't get many more people riding," said Kyle Whitehead, spokesman for the Active Transportation Alliance, an advocacy group. "Increasing bicycling requires investing in on-street biking, walking and transit infrastructure, and working with communities to identify and address the biggest local transportation issues." > > "Our residents loved it," Joyce said of the pilot program. He said the ward also is open to electric scooters, which are being considered by the city's Department of Transportation. > > Frank > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com <mailto:Bikeboard@bikemorgantown.com> > http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard <http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard>

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E-scooter pilot
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 09 Dec '18

09 Dec '18

Chicago did a dockless bike-share pilot in the South Side this summer. This Chicago Tribune article, https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/columnists/wisniewski/ct-biz-dockless-b… <https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/columnists/wisniewski/ct-biz-dockless-b…> reveals some important points that we should consider in designing our dockless e-scooter pilot. We will need a robust education and promotion program. Advocates expect share bike use to be higher in low income neighborhoods than high income neighborhoods but Chicago saw the opposite. While the share-bikes just appeared in low income neighborhoods with little information about them, in the affluent Beverly neighborhood that saw maximum ridership, Martin Joyce of the alderman’a office said, "“We promoted the heck out of it. We did email blasts; we had local media coverage.” and "even hosted a meeting at which businesses were encouraged to have bike racks on their properties”. We will need enough e-scooters that users can easily find one when they need it. An insufficient number of bikes available can make the pilot fail. Four vendors participated. One pulled out because of the limit. We should be sure that e-scooters are available on routes that have the least risky roads. Having bicycling infrastructure (or teaching people to ride in traffic) can make the pilot succeed or fail. “...dropping bikes into neighborhoods with major barriers to bicycling alone doesn’t get many more people riding,” said Kyle Whitehead, spokesman for the Active Transportation Alliance, an advocacy group. “Increasing bicycling requires investing in on-street biking, walking and transit infrastructure, and working with communities to identify and address the biggest local transportation issues.” “Our residents loved it,” Joyce said of the pilot program. He said the ward also is open to electric scooters, which are being considered by the city’s Department of Transportation. Frank

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Trail Work happening on section of Caperton Trail at the Seneca Center
by Ella Belling via Bikeboard 05 Dec '18

05 Dec '18

Hi everyone, Please be aware and share the news- just posted on the BOPARC and MRTC Facebook- Thanks, Ella Trail Users please be aware that recent work near the Seneca Center resulted in the need for some trail repairs. Temporary repairs are being made today in that area. Also, there may be MUB work in the same area tomorrow. Please use caution. We will update with any closures once the extent of the work is determined. Here is link to a photo- https://www.dropbox.com/s/ab4er8p9mbavh2k/2018-12-05%2012.40.24.jpg?dl=0 Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782

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Fwd: Trail Fix and Feast at Black Bear: Tuesday December 4
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 04 Dec '18

04 Dec '18

Howdy Board, In case you haven't seen this yet (or in case you've forgotten!), join MRTC and friend tonight at the downtown Black Bear to help support our local rail-trails. Cheers, Drew ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> Date: Fri, Nov 23, 2018 at 10:58 AM Subject: Re: Trail Fix and Feast at Black Bear: Tuesday December 4 To: Abildso, Christiaan <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu> Cc: Edwin Parks <edwin.parks(a)gmail.com>, mtravinski(a)boparc.org < mtravinski(a)boparc.org>, mwiles(a)boparc.org <mwiles(a)boparc.org>, johngatlin(a)gmail.com <johngatlin(a)gmail.com>, colin(a)wamsleycycles.com < colin(a)wamsleycycles.com>, hbury98(a)hotmail.com <hbury98(a)hotmail.com>, heathermcd12(a)gmail.com <heathermcd12(a)gmail.com>, Chip Wamsley < chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Hoover, Andrew <Andrew.Hoover(a)mail.wvu.edu>, boneil(a)boparc.org <boneil(a)boparc.org>, kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com < kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>, stevo1279(a)gmail.com <stevo1279(a)gmail.com>, ccoombs(a)tourmorgantown.com <ccoombs(a)tourmorgantown.com>, RFinch(a)tourmorgantown.com <RFinch(a)tourmorgantown.com>, Wings Man < wingsman1(a)aol.com>, pamela(a)cubberly.net <pamela(a)cubberly.net>, jjames(a)downstreamstrategies.com <jjames(a)downstreamstrategies.com>, matthew < crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, laurainmgtn(a)gmail.com <laurainmgtn(a)gmail.com>, recreationdesk(a)boparc.org <recreationdesk(a)boparc.org>, Jennyformorgantown(a)gmail.com <Jennyformorgantown(a)gmail.com>, rick(a)wvlandtrust.org <rick(a)wvlandtrust.org>, info(a)morgantownrunning.com < info(a)morgantownrunning.com>, pam(a)newsouthmediainc.com < pam(a)newsouthmediainc.com>, strough.jo(a)gmail.com <strough.jo(a)gmail.com>, Dave Harshbarger <harshbargerd(a)gmail.com> Good morning all, Attached is the Flyer for Trail Fund-raiser at the Black Bear (downtown). I will swing by and post at the Seneca Center and at both Black Bear Burritos. If you have a spot to post one, please do. Cheers, Ella (if you want me to provide a color version- happy to get you one) Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782 -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering B58 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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December General Meeting: Agenda & Read-Aheads Attached
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 30 Nov '18

30 Nov '18

Howdy Board, Voting members in particular-- if you haven't filled out this doodle poll <https://doodle.com/poll/v78kc2h55si7ki8d> yet, please do so! You'll find the agenda and some read-aheads attached. - The current member list is included to get your wheels turning about where we need to go for members (spoiler: many places!). Keep in mind that we'll probably be losing two voting members in the next month. - The scooter memo will probably be drafted and distributed again before Thursday's meeting. Although my name is at the end of the document, I'll have you know that Frank wrote this entire thing based on all our comments. He's incredible! - The rest of the attachments are related to the "new infrastructure education" agenda item. They are a selection of related documents we've generated in the past that we might want to include or use for inspiration. See y'all next week - same bike time, same bike place. -Drew P.S. Anyone remember our draft new website that Jing put together? Check it out! It's so rad! https://bikemorgantown.wixsite.com/home -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering B58 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Request for Permission: Elections in January?
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 27 Nov '18

27 Nov '18

Dear Board, First, please send agenda items for next week's meeting by this Thursday. Second, fill out this poll <https://doodle.com/poll/v78kc2h55si7ki8d>, please. Will you consent to elections in January? More info below: Consider this email an impromptu, virtual meeting where we vote on something: I propose that we hold elections for all leadership positions in our January meeting. For some time I've indicated to many of you that I believe we would benefit from new leadership. Setting a deadline for elections might help encourage us to find viable candidates in a swift manner. Additionally, our secretary has recently taken a position that requires him to tender his resignation past the December meeting (congrats on the job, Brian!). I will not be running again for the chair position, though I do intend to remain involved with the board if y'all will have me! I believe we should put the vice chair up for a vote too, but I also think we should allow Chip to run for it again (if he wants to). Finally, I will suggest in our meeting next week that we schedule elections every January. Right now, I would like your permission to host elections in January. If you grant this, I will begin advertising for new members and leadership via social, print, and other media. I recognize that there are a variety of other tactics that we could use to address our impending leadership gap, so if you do vote "no" on my proposal in the doodle poll, please send me an email and let me know if you have other ideas. Please vote ASAP. Many thanks! Drew p.s. I'll prepare my resignation letter as soon as I can. Suffice it to say, I value and respect all of you. I believe we have achieved some amazing things over the past three years and I have grown more than I can describe in this position, for which I am eternally grateful. -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering B58 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Fw: TRAIL FIX & FEAST AT THE BLACK BEAR (next Tuesday)
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 27 Nov '18

27 Nov '18

I hope everyone has seen this...and that we'll see you there next Tuesday!Christiaan ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Monongahela River Trails Conservancy <ella(a)montrails.org>To: "cabildso(a)yahoo.com" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>Sent: Monday, November 26, 2018, 8:07:17 AM ESTSubject: TRAIL FIX & FEAST AT THE BLACK BEAR Proceeds benefit emergency repairs to the Rail-Trail | | | | Click hereHaving trouble viewing this email? | | | | | | | Hi, just a reminder that you're receiving this email because you have expressed an interest in my company. Don't forget to add our email address to your address book so we'll be sure to land in your inbox! You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our emails. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Mon River Trails Conservancy eNews | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | November 26, 2018 | | | | | Trail Rail Fix & Feast at Black Bear | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Enjoy the Mon River and Deckers Creek Rail-Trails | | The Mon River Trails Conservancy (MRTC) is a non-profit 501(c)3 volunteer organization founded in 1991 to acquire, develop, and manage the Mon River and Deckers Creek Rail-Trail system in North Central West Virginia. MRTC manages these trails for non-motorized use, primarily walking, jogging, cycling, and cross-country skiing, and creates and promotes opportunities for recreation, tourism, economic development, historic preservation, healthy lifestyles, and environmental conservation. To Learn more, Donate or Become a Member Click Here. | | | | | | | Trail Fix & Feast at Black Bear (Downtown) | | December 4th from 5-10 PMProceeds benefit emergency repairs to the Rail-Trail | | A percentage of your food and beverage purchase will go towards repair work on the Mon River and Deckers Creek Rail-Trails. The rail-trails had over $50,000 in damages from landslides and wash-outs from a year filled with rain and storms. Live Music- 6:30-9:30 PM Chris Haddox, Jamie Lester, and Michael Reynolds 50/50 Raffle...with Chances for Winning at 6:30 PM and 9:30 PM Beer Chestnut Brew Works donated a 5 sixtel (small keg) of Beer for 100% of sales going to the Trail Work. A nice way to "Cheer" the Trail and give back while supplies last. | | | | | Ella Bellingella(a)montrails.org304-692-6782 MRTC Board Meetings The Board meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 5:30 pm at the Morgantown Public Safety Building (300 Spruce Street) in small conference room. The public is encouraged to attend. | | | STAY CONNECTED | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Monongahela River Trails Conservancy, PO Box 282, Morgantown, WV 26507 | | | SafeUnsubscribe™ cabildso(a)yahoo.com | | Forward This Email to a Friend | Update Profile | About our service provider | | Sent by ella(a)montrails.org in collaboration with | | | | | | | Try it free today | | | | | | |

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November Minutes; please send Frank your thoughts on e-scooters ASAP
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 12 Nov '18

12 Nov '18

Hello all! Please find our draft November minutes attached if you have suggested changes to the minutes please pipe up before end of day tomorrow (Friday). Frank will draft a memo outlining the board's position on e-scooters by the end of next week -- there has been quite a bit of chatter about this in a variety of venues, so if you want to weigh in here please synthesize your thoughts and forward them to Frank as soon as practicable. Reading material, if you're interested: https://www.citylab.com/transportation/2018/08/is-it-time-to-rethink-what-a… https://www.portlandoregon.gov/transportation/article/700916 https://www.wired.com/story/shared-electric-scooters-rolling/ http://www.governing.com/columns/transportation-and-infrastructure/gov-scoo… https://usa.streetsblog.org/2018/08/30/the-most-compelling-evidence-for-e-s… If you have a strong reaction one way or another, I urge you to sit with it and try to see why you have that reaction and think through it. Thanks! Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering B58 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Fwd: Schooter issues
by Bill Kawecki via Bikeboard 08 Nov '18

08 Nov '18

FYI -------- Original Message ---------- From: Jim <james-craig(a)comcast.net> To: Bill Kawecki <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net> Date: November 7, 2018 at 3:27 PM Subject: Schooter issues Bill, I believe I saw something about Council discussing whether to allow a company to rent scooters in downtown Morgantown. I just returned from Austin Texas where these things were being used a lot. The Univ. of Texas campus is very near downtown like our main campus is here. Folks of all ages were using them, but mostly students. They were being used on sidewalks as well although I am not sure I would recommend it as the students were not always respectful of pedestrians. Interesting idea however. Cheap, quiet and quick,and takes up little parking area. You might check with the City of Austin and see how they transitioned to their use before moving on this request. Jim Craig

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General Meeting: Tomorrow! November 1st
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 01 Nov '18

01 Nov '18

Howdy Board, Tomorrow we'll get together and discuss a few things, primarily e-scooters. Perhaps you've read the paper today? See the attached memo that was generated by city staff. We will continue our discussion of some previous, open projects: 1) The Spine Network (development and review) 2) The sharrows / bike lane celebration (contact Chip) 3) The bike/ped facilities closure policy 4) Board member recruitment We might have updates to give on: 1) Hazel Ruby McQuain Park 2) The Regional Bike/Ped Plan process See you tomorrow! -Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering B58 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Fwd: Help with a statewide interest survey for WVCC
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 27 Oct '18

27 Oct '18

Howdy Bicycle Board, You may have received notice of this short survey from someone else already. If so, consider my forwarding this to you as a reminder to complete it. If this is the first time you're seeing it, I want to strongly encourage you to set aside some time to fill it out. Your answers will help guide our colleagues who work on a statewide level. Best, Drew ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> Date: Thu, Oct 25, 2018 at 11:52 AM Subject: Help with a statewide interest survey for WVCC To: Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Marc Glass <glass.enviro(a)gmail.com>, Mary Wimmer <mwimmer(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Colin Dierman <colin(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Rick Landenberger < rick(a)wvlandtrust.org>, Kelly R. Williams <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>, Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> Friends - As I've mentioned to a few of you, through my service as VP of the board of WV Connecting Communities (more info below), I've been working to help our group try to expand our membership and fund our work. We've done well on a shoestring thus far, and I'd like to see us continue. One thought we've had is to judge the interest of trail, outdoor/bike retail, advocacy, race event, and other groups for "group" memberships to serve as policy advisors to our group. We are structured as a 501(c)(3) with the IRS so we can lobby up to 20% of our effort, but may have to change to a 501(c)(4) "Social Welfare Organization" if we want to focus more on lobbying. I'm asking if you all will complete a very brief online poll and also share it with your statewide networks to assess statewide interest in expanded membership as described below. It's literally 5 or 6 questions, taking ~5 minutes at most, I hope. The link is https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5vu5RihB6sQQRMx The introductory letter is: "West Virginia Connecting Communities is a statewide nonprofit advocating for more bicycling and walking possibilities. Formerly the WV Cycling Association, we restructured in 2013 to be able to lobby on behalf of advocates interested in broader walking and bicycling needs. Since then, we have been able to successfully lobby for policy change (e.g., 3 foot passing law) and hold the first two WV Bicycling Summits in 2016 and 2017. We are looking to expand our membership and embrace a role to support a broader array of outdoor interest groups including walking, bicycling, and hiking advocacy, non-profit, and industry groups in addition to individual members. To that end we would like to understand more about your group, organization, or business. We appreciate your time in filling out a few questions on the following pages. This should take less than 5 minutes of your time. Feel free to contact Christiaan Abildso, Vice President of the WVCC Board ( cabildso(a)yahoo.com), Dennis Strawn, President of the Board ( dennis.a.strawn(a)gmail.com) or Kasey Russell, Executive Director ( russell.kasey(a)gmail.com) for more information." Thank you all! Christiaan -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering B58 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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bike rack at post office
by Ella Belling via Bikeboard 12 Oct '18

12 Oct '18

Hello Drew and all, Yesterday at the post office I witnessed a cyclist who was not allowed to bring his bike inside the Post Office but also had no place to lock it up outside the post office. He did just prop it up against the building and wait in line. I know that the post office leases the space from a private developer and that they are unlikely to be willing to install a bike rack even if it was given to them. Just the same, I thought I would relay to the Bike Board the need and perhaps you have some ideas of how to get one put in there. Ella Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782

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September Minutes / Outstanding Projects, October Meeting Postponed, Call for New Members
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 11 Oct '18

11 Oct '18

Hello Board! We had a lovely meeting in September. For a large part of that meeting, Frank facilitated a brainstorming session about our Bike Spine Network map. See minutes and detailed notes about that session attached. Send comments or corrections to the minutes to briankleary(a)gmail.com Chip and I decided to postpone our October general meeting at least one week, and we may end up canceling it altogether. In place of the general meeting next week, we urge you all to organize help advance some of the projects below. Perhaps you could even gather a subgroup and meet during our usual meeting time? 1) Develop the spine network review process (needs a leader) 2) Set a date and plan the sharrows / bike lane celebration (contact Chip) 3) Help draft the bike/ped facilities closure policy (contact me) 4) Explore areas of town underrepresented by spine network (contact Chip) 5) Help recruit new members to the board (contact me) This last one is vitally important at this juncture. We've graduated quite a few members over the past year and we are likely to graduate a couple more soon. We need an influx of new (or returning) members willing to spearhead projects and help keep our momentum. The MMMPO is about to hire a consultant for a bike/ped plan update and that will mean that A LOT of things will be asked of the board. If you have any ideas about how we can best grow (or keep) our membership, please send them my way! Maybe we need to have a recruitment fair? Maybe we should contact all the other boards and have a *Morgantown Advisory Boards Extravaganza* where we all work to fill our membership? Thanks! Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering B58 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Re: [Bikeboard] Winter Riding Report
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 11 Sep '18

11 Sep '18

interesting read, FYI we have 50% off sale on studded tires in stock ! Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 9/11/2018 12:53:51 PM To: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Winter Riding Report 9 out of 10 participants agree Winter riding is fun Not that I think we need to have a City program giving out studded tires in Morgantown, however, this attached report is a very interesting read. Weather definitely is a barrier to many people in the Morgantown area in their choice to go out bicycling. -Jonathan

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Winter Riding Report
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 11 Sep '18

11 Sep '18

9 out of 10 participants agree "Winter riding is fun" Not that I think we need to have a City program giving out studded tires in Morgantown, however, this attached report is a very interesting read. Weather definitely is a barrier to many people in the Morgantown area in their choice to go out bicycling. -Jonathan

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Fwd: Deckers Creek Trail- Utility Work Tomorrow (Wed. Sept 12)- between mile 2 and 3
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 11 Sep '18

11 Sep '18

Please be aware and spread the word- Thanks, Ella UTILITY WORK ON SECTION OF DECKERS CREEK TRAIL TOMORROW, Wed. Sept. 12 from 8AM-8PM. The rail-trail will remain OPEN but there will be utility work along the trail between mile 2 and mile 3 (Greenbag Road intersection to Eljadid / Carnegie Streets) through Sabraton. Please slow down, be cautious and alert to workers in this area. Posted on- https://www.facebook.com/monrivertrails/ Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782

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2019-2022 Paving and Bike Projects
by John Whitmore via Bikeboard 07 Sep '18

07 Sep '18

Good Afternoon, In reviewing the mapping from last night: https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1KdzWWW29ZXA3B4ZnTBQgb-ZWwJIHLJRa&… with the 2018-2022 Paving Plan mapping: https://morgantownwv.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1987/2018-2022-Paving-Plan-Map… I made general observation of potential bike facilities that could be installed with paving projects. That document is attached to this email. I also looked at the 2023-2027 data, and established the following Bicycle Board identified infrastructure routes in the City of Morgantown that will not receive planned improvements by Fall, 2027. These roadways/corridors are as follows: Fairfield Street Stafford/Western Connector Congress Eastern Connector Western Avenue Koontz Avenue to Mountaineer Station Dogwood Avenue Keyser/Braddock Connectors Maddison Avenue Twigg Street Leonard Street Hayes Street Carnegie Street Luckey Street Mountaineer Middle School connections Terrace Heights connections WVU connections WVDOH connections I will have more information at next month's Bicycle Board meeting. Thanks! John Whitmore Planner III City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7431 morgantownwv.gov<http://www.morgantownwv.gov/> [MORGANTOWN-WITH TEXT - Email]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov/>

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Read-ahead for Thursday's BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 06 Sep '18

06 Sep '18

Dear Bicycle Board Members, We’ll finish Thursday’s meeting a lot quicker if everyone shows up already familiar with the map at https://drive.google.com/open?id=1KdzWWW29ZXA3B4ZnTBQgb-ZWwJIHLJRa&usp=shar… <https://drive.google.com/open?id=1KdzWWW29ZXA3B4ZnTBQgb-ZWwJIHLJRa&usp=shar…> . It shows a preliminary complete bicycle infrastructure for Morgantown. GO AHEAD. OPEN IT NOW! :) You’ll have to zoom in to see detail (click the + sign in the lower right corner). The map has 11 layers that you can turn on or off by clicking the check box beside each layer’s name. The layers are: - Proposed Climbing Lanes - Proposed On-Road Bike Routes - Unconventional On-Road (or in Parking Lot) Routes - Proposed Off-Road Paths / Trails - Unavoidable State-Owned Routes - Useful Points of Interest - Parking Mousing over the items in any lay that you’ve turned on will “light up” the items in that layer. If you’re like me, once you’ve explored the map this far, nobody has to tell you to dig deeper! You’ll find yourself zooming in and out and navigating around to see what’s all there. Then, when we all show up for Thursday’s meeting, we’ll be ready to start working together to make this a reality! Frank P.S. Drew spent countless hours creating this map starting last November after he, Chip, Jing and I worked on identifying bike routes to be signed. As you know, the BB has been working on maps, markings and signs for more than 10 years and this is the first look that expands beyond the roads and the rail trail.

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September Agenda
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 01 Sep '18

01 Sep '18

Dear Board, Hope you're staying cool during this extended summer! Please review our agenda for September, attached. You'll probably get a follow up email from Frank with some read-aheads for his agenda item (the Bike Spine Network) and you might get another follow up from me regarding my agenda item (the facility closure policy). Have you ridden the new bike lanes yet?? What a dream. 1000% thanks to Alex, Damien, and the municipality for making these a reality. -Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering B58 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Fw: FW: Trail fence work on Deckers Creek Trail in city limits
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 28 Aug '18

28 Aug '18

FYI... Some Trail users are ignoring signs and tearing down construction tape across the trail. Please help spread the work and encourage people to ride elsewhere. ATTN TRAIL USERS: The following trail closures will be happening in the next two weeks in order to deal with erosion/culvert issues and replace fencing related to those issues. * August 27th, 28th, 29th - There will be a closure between Valley Crossing and Stanley's Spot Dog Park on the Decker's Creek Trail. * September 4th, 5th, 6th - There will be a closure between Valley Crossing and the bridge near the parking garage toward HRM Park on the Decker's Creek Trail. We apologize for any inconvenience. These temporary closures are for the safety of our trail users as we will be operating equipment and unloading materials and supplies on the trail. https://www.facebook.com/BOPARC-245644689674/ Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782

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Re: [Bikeboard] Help bring Open Streets festivals to Morgantown
by Jesse Heady via Bikeboard 15 Aug '18

15 Aug '18

Agreed! I called earlier today and spoke with Carol re getting this on the agenda with Paul Brake and the NCC. I owe her an email summarizing this and will send that out before COB today. Thanks all and I look forward to speaking with you all more Aug 13 and Sept 10 if not sooner. Jesse On Wed, Aug 1, 2018 at 3:27 PM Stanley Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu> wrote: > I agree and look toward the discussion. > > Make it a great day! > Stan Cohen > 304-685-4671 > > On Aug 1, 2018, at 2:54 PM, Bill Kawecki <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net> wrote: > > This would be a good topic to discuss at the Neighborhood Coordinating > Council meeting, at City Hall the next meeting is Monday, September 10. We > will be able to involve all of the neighborhood associations in the > conversation. > > On July 30, 2018 at 9:43 AM Jesse Heady <jesse(a)heady.name> wrote: > > Matthew, > > Thank you for your reply and support. In the many discussions I've had > with different groups and leaders about this topic, the DOH control of city > streets seems always to come up as a concern. We're aware of that one in > particular and sensitive to permits only being granted for 2-3 hour spans > for state controlled streets and roads. I believe it's feasible to > accommodate routes that are managed by the city and extend timeframes for > an event well beyond a 2-3 hour window. > > Additionally, the Atlanta Streets Alive events that I referenced is a good > example of community unity where different neighborhoods host the event in > rotation. In other words, we might approach the neighborhood associations > of neighborhoods adjacent to downtown to hold events on their streets and > would likely have less restrictions than with the DOH example for downtown > streets. That said, I am volunteering myself to be work with DOH to > establish routes that would take over state controlled streets. > > If there is an upcoming Pedestrian Safety board meeting we could use 15 > mins to discuss this with the board and public, that would be wonderful. > I've also received a similar invitation by the Health and Wellness > Commission on Aug 13 which I plan to attend and present. > > Ella, > > Thank you! I love this idea as anchors for a route. I'm compiling some > notes and responses today around the overall open streets proposal, and > would like to reach out for more details if you have time. We may be able > to combine this with similar feedback received for specific pedestrian > route proposals that are being drafted. > > > Sincerely, > > Jesse > > (404) 314-9787 > > > > > On Mon, Jul 30, 2018 at 9:25 AM, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> wrote: > > I will just throw out a possible date and event- > > International PARK(ing) Day > > When:September 21, 2018 > Location:worldwide > Around the globe, people are celebrating the international PARK(ing) Day, > an initiative to promote re-thinking of public space. It always takes place > the 3rd friday of september. The idea is to transform parking lots into > parks, playgrounds, BBQ parties, gardens...Grey parking places are beeing > transformed into a liveable and creative space. > > > > Ella Belling > Executive Director > Mon River Trails Conservancy > P.O. Box 282 > Morgantown, WV 26507 > http://montrails.org > 304-692-6782 > > On Jul 30, 2018, at 1:56 AM, matthew < crossnyc(a)hotmail.com> wrote: > > Greetings, Matthew Cross of the Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board here. > Thank you Jesse for volunteering towards this effort. With attempts in the > past the biggest hurdle is WVDOH control of the primary downtown streets. > They have been reluctant to close off vehicular traffic. But we can come > up with another attempt or different plans entirely as we have some great > creative minds to work with. I have a flexible schedule so just let me > know of any meeting plans. The Ped Board could also host you at one of our > meetings to get things started. > ------------------------------ > *From:* Jesse Heady <jesse(a)heady.name> > *Sent:* Friday, July 27, 2018 10:16 AM > *To:* traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu; Vicki.Hoover(a)mail.wvu.edu; > clement.solomon(a)mail.wvu.edu; mwiles(a)boparc.org; ella(a)montrails.org; > kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com; jessicaharmening(a)gmail.com; cabildso(a)yahoo.com; > Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu; frn(a)unitedwaympc.org; daniel.shook(a)hsc.wvu.edu > ; crossnyc(a)hotmail.com; billregernash(a)gmail.com; wellwvu(a)mail.wvu.edu; > barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com > *Cc:* Jonathan Rosenbaum; Drew Gatlin; J.D. Gatlin; > rwallace(a)morgantownwv.gov; Bill; Bicycle Board > *Subject:* Help bring Open Streets festivals to Morgantown > > Hello, > > I’ve recently met with the Morgantown Bicycle Board at their July 12 > meeting regarding promotion and advocacy for Open Streets style of events > in and around the Morgantown area. We had a very positive discussion about > the potential we have in Morgantown for recurring events focused on bicycle > and other pedestrian traffic in downtown and surrounding neighborhood > streets. We also covered a number of previous discussions and individuals > who have been instrumental to bringing this topic up in the past and > understand this is not a new concept, and would like to work together to > build a broader coalition. > > I've been collaborating with Jonathan Rosenbaum of Positive Spin in the > interim and your name or your group has come up as a potential partner and > advocate for a broader coalition in the Morgantown area. We need your help > to build support and organize a formal working group to bring an Open > Streets event series to Morgantown and surrounding neighborhoods. > > > We have a very vibrant, strong, and growing community in Morgantown. Open > street style events have the potential be great attractions for local and > regional participants of every age group and interest for all pedestrian > traffic on open streets. They also reinforce other working group efforts to > bring unity between communities through arts, small business, and community > collaboration while highlighting individual neighborhoods and commerce > downtown. > > These points are the focus for discussion with you and/or your group at > your next regular meeting, or a time where we can all meet to discuss as a > group: > > > > - Develop a plan for community-based, organized and executed bicycle > and foot traffic public events mirroring larger city events like Atlanta > Streets Alive and Open Streets Pittsburgh to include: > - > - Daytime, multi-part community rotating street festival that > encourages pedestrian foot traffic, bicycling, and skating with vendors and > businesses on city streets and neighborhoods > - Evening time pedestrian course with emphasis on community > interaction, connection of neighborhoods, artistic expression and movement, > and light-based decoration of bicycles and other creative lanterns or > devices -- rail trail is an obvious and non-intrusive option > - Examples of inspiration: Atlanta Streets Alive > <http://www.atlantastreetsalive.com/>, Atlanta Moon Ride > <http://atlantamoonride.com/>, and OpenStreetsPGH > <http://openstreetspgh.org/> > - Project framework: Open Streets Project > <http://openstreetsproject.org/> > - Develop strategies to over come challenges in permitting/budget > and other area, align to existing events and working groups, sponsorships > through leading entities in our region, promotion and advocacy > partnerships, and understand how and what is possible to achieve these > events on a regular cadence > > In the examples linked above, these types of events are proven to draw > crowds and attention, and bring interconnected communities closer together. > Now is the time for Morgantown to adopt more of these events, to compliment > and expand upon the success of events such as Kids Day downtown. Events > like these also reinforce the positive message of being green through > cycling, reinforcing pedestrian traffic in high volume vehicle areas, and > highlight the need for pedestrian safety in a positive and interactive > setting. This last point is especially important given deadly accidents > involving pedestrians in the last couple of years in Morgantown. > > We are working to carry the same message to other board meeting(s), > groups, and leaders to solicit a broader coalition of stakeholders. I'm > offering my time as a volunteer citizen interested in reinforcing positive > and deliberate progress for this and other initiatives in Morgantown > through organization, advocacy, writing, web development, and any other way > I can be of service. I hope we can count on your own passion and advocacy > to join our initiative to make this vision a reality for Morgantown. > > I also ask that you please freely share this message with your colleagues > as we work to further expand education, understanding, and support for this > initiative. There may be individuals or groups that were missed in this > initial phase of communication; this was not intentional and we want to > ensure every group who wants to contribute, or who may be an invaluable > partner, to know they are welcome and encouraged to participate. > > Thank you! I very much appreciate your time and attention to these items > in this unsolicited and lengthy email, and I very much look forward to your > feedback, and meeting with you to organize and bring this shared vision to > a reality. Our next steps are scheduling time to meet and discuss the items > above in more detail. Thank you in advance for your reply with your > availability to meet. > > > Sincerely, > > Jesse Heady > > jesse(a)heady.name > (404) 314-9787 > > > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Focus Group Survey (Closes August 15) on Bike/Ped Crossing Facilities
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 14 Aug '18

14 Aug '18

Well worth taking to look at other bike-ped-car situations ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 8/13/2018 6:23:21 PM To: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Focus Group Survey (Closes August 15) on Bike/Ped Crossing Facilities Howdy Board! Have you seen the new bike lanes starting to take shape on University and Richwood? Are you getting excited or what?? Finally some infrastructure! Infrastructure isn't everything -- but it sure is visible. Speaking of infrastructure, the Institute for Transportation Research and Education (ITRE) is soliciting input on bike/ped crossing facilities at alternative intersections. They're looking for participation from pedestrian and bicycle advocates, bicycle and pedestrian advisory committee members, bike shop owners, bike club members, transportation professionals, and local orientation and mobility specialists. If you would like to participate in the survey, please click this link. The survey will take between 10 and 40 minutes to complete. The survey closes on August 15, 2018. Please feel free to forward this invitation to others in the community who may be interested in participating or contact Shannon Warchol at sewarcho(a)ncsu.edu with contact information of those individuals. This survey is part of the National Cooperative Highway Research Program's efforts on 07-25: Guide for Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety at Alternative Intersections and Interchanges led by Kittelson and Associates, Inc. Best, Drew -- J.D. Gatlin Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering B58 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board Morgantown, WV 26505

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Focus Group Survey (Closes August 15) on Bike/Ped Crossing Facilities
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 13 Aug '18

13 Aug '18

Howdy Board! Have you seen the new bike lanes starting to take shape on University and Richwood? Are you getting excited or what?? Finally some infrastructure! Infrastructure isn't everything -- but it sure is visible. Speaking of infrastructure, the Institute for Transportation Research and Education (ITRE) is soliciting input on bike/ped crossing facilities at alternative intersections. They're looking for participation from pedestrian and bicycle advocates, bicycle and pedestrian advisory committee members, bike shop owners, bike club members, transportation professionals, and local orientation and mobility specialists. If you would like to participate in the survey, please click this link <https://ncsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_emxCRttZ344lTet>. The survey will take between 10 and 40 minutes to complete. The survey closes on *August 15, 2018.* Please feel free to forward this invitation to others in the community who may be interested in participating or contact Shannon Warchol at sewarcho(a)ncsu.edu with contact information of those individuals. This survey is part of the National Cooperative Highway Research Program's efforts on *07-25: Guide for Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety at Alternative Intersections and Interchanges <https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=http%3a%2f%2fapps.trb.org%2fcmsfeed%2…> *led by Kittelson and Associates, Inc. Best, Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering B58 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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abandoned bikes
by Ella Belling via Bikeboard 07 Aug '18

07 Aug '18

Good morning Does anyone have a large enough vehicle to pick up 4 bikes (with no seats) and take them to Positive Spin? They seem to have been abandoned at the bike rack at Van Voorhis Trailhead. Any help is greatly appreciated, Ella Here is the newest info from Chief Deputy Kisner on August 2- I had a deputy check these bikes a couple days ago. He couldn't find any serial numbers on them, but said that the seats from all of them had been removed. The folks from the Morgantown Bike Board may be correct. It just seems strange that anyone would just leave bikes there over such a long period of time. We CAN'T confirm they've been stolen, so at this point, we can't take them. One suggestion is, have your maintenance folks lock them up and see if you get any calls from the owners. If so, let them know the bike racks are for everyone to use, not just for them to keep their bikes in. Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782

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Bike, most of it mine, found
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 06 Aug '18

06 Aug '18

Many thanks to Capt McCabe & the MPD for finding my bike. Handlebars, brake levers, bottle cages & wheels swapped out, stickers added, components painted. Call MPD if your bike has been pilfered. They are finding a lot of bikes & components lately. My bike now has 27.5" wheels, if anyone wants them. Photos attached.Christiaan Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

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August General Meeting: Tomorrow! Agenda attached
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 02 Aug '18

02 Aug '18

Howdy board, Hope your July has been swell and full of bike riding! Please find the agenda for our meeting tomorrow attached and send any potential ripe bananas my way. Best, Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering B58 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Help bring Open Streets festivals to Morgantown
by Jesse Heady via Bikeboard 01 Aug '18

01 Aug '18

Hello, I’ve recently met with the Morgantown Bicycle Board at their July 12 meeting regarding promotion and advocacy for Open Streets style of events in and around the Morgantown area. We had a very positive discussion about the potential we have in Morgantown for recurring events focused on bicycle and other pedestrian traffic in downtown and surrounding neighborhood streets. We also covered a number of previous discussions and individuals who have been instrumental to bringing this topic up in the past and understand this is not a new concept, and would like to work together to build a broader coalition. I've been collaborating with Jonathan Rosenbaum of Positive Spin in the interim and your name or your group has come up as a potential partner and advocate for a broader coalition in the Morgantown area. We need your help to build support and organize a formal working group to bring an Open Streets event series to Morgantown and surrounding neighborhoods. We have a very vibrant, strong, and growing community in Morgantown. Open street style events have the potential be great attractions for local and regional participants of every age group and interest for all pedestrian traffic on open streets. They also reinforce other working group efforts to bring unity between communities through arts, small business, and community collaboration while highlighting individual neighborhoods and commerce downtown. These points are the focus for discussion with you and/or your group at your next regular meeting, or a time where we can all meet to discuss as a group: - Develop a plan for community-based, organized and executed bicycle and foot traffic public events mirroring larger city events like Atlanta Streets Alive and Open Streets Pittsburgh to include: - - Daytime, multi-part community rotating street festival that encourages pedestrian foot traffic, bicycling, and skating with vendors and businesses on city streets and neighborhoods - Evening time pedestrian course with emphasis on community interaction, connection of neighborhoods, artistic expression and movement, and light-based decoration of bicycles and other creative lanterns or devices -- rail trail is an obvious and non-intrusive option - Examples of inspiration: Atlanta Streets Alive <http://www.atlantastreetsalive.com/>, Atlanta Moon Ride <http://atlantamoonride.com/>, and OpenStreetsPGH <http://openstreetspgh.org/> - Project framework: Open Streets Project <http://openstreetsproject.org/> - Develop strategies to over come challenges in permitting/budget and other area, align to existing events and working groups, sponsorships through leading entities in our region, promotion and advocacy partnerships, and understand how and what is possible to achieve these events on a regular cadence In the examples linked above, these types of events are proven to draw crowds and attention, and bring interconnected communities closer together. Now is the time for Morgantown to adopt more of these events, to compliment and expand upon the success of events such as Kids Day downtown. Events like these also reinforce the positive message of being green through cycling, reinforcing pedestrian traffic in high volume vehicle areas, and highlight the need for pedestrian safety in a positive and interactive setting. This last point is especially important given deadly accidents involving pedestrians in the last couple of years in Morgantown. We are working to carry the same message to other board meeting(s), groups, and leaders to solicit a broader coalition of stakeholders. I'm offering my time as a volunteer citizen interested in reinforcing positive and deliberate progress for this and other initiatives in Morgantown through organization, advocacy, writing, web development, and any other way I can be of service. I hope we can count on your own passion and advocacy to join our initiative to make this vision a reality for Morgantown. I also ask that you please freely share this message with your colleagues as we work to further expand education, understanding, and support for this initiative. There may be individuals or groups that were missed in this initial phase of communication; this was not intentional and we want to ensure every group who wants to contribute, or who may be an invaluable partner, to know they are welcome and encouraged to participate. Thank you! I very much appreciate your time and attention to these items in this unsolicited and lengthy email, and I very much look forward to your feedback, and meeting with you to organize and bring this shared vision to a reality. Our next steps are scheduling time to meet and discuss the items above in more detail. Thank you in advance for your reply with your availability to meet. Sincerely, Jesse Heady jesse(a)heady.name (404) 314-9787

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Re: [Bikeboard] Help bring Open Streets festivals to Morgantown
by Jesse Heady via Bikeboard 30 Jul '18

30 Jul '18

Barbara, That would be perfect, we need support like this esp. feedback from individuals and groups with experience permitting for events downtown. The ped safety meeting sounds like the next logical step for a larger group setting -- Thank you for agreeing to attend so we can hear more. I am also willing to organize a public meeting in the meantime if anyone would like to collaborate before then. Sincerely, Jesse On Mon, Jul 30, 2018 at 10:15 AM, Barbara Watkins < barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com> wrote: > Ella as you know MSM works with the DOH on closing the 200 block of High > Street for several hours to hold our events. We can also usually get them > to close off one lane in the downtown with the cooperation with the > Morgantown City Police. As long as our events don’t conflict with any of > the Football games or any other event going on throughout the City. I would > also be happy to come to the next Pedestrian meeting. > > > > Barb > > > > Barbara Watkins, CEDFP > > Executive Director > > 201 High Street, Suite 2 > > Morgantown, WV 26505 > > 304-292-0168 > > barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com > > www.downtownmorgantown.com > > > > *From:* Jesse Heady [mailto:jesse@heady.name] > *Sent:* Monday, July 30, 2018 9:44 AM > *To:* Ella Belling > *Cc:* matthew; traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu; Vicki.Hoover(a)mail.wvu.edu; > clement.solomon(a)mail.wvu.edu; mwiles(a)boparc.org; kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com; > jessicaharmening(a)gmail.com; cabildso(a)yahoo.com; Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu; > frn(a)unitedwaympc.org; daniel.shook(a)hsc.wvu.edu; billregernash(a)gmail.com; > wellwvu(a)mail.wvu.edu; barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com; Jonathan Rosenbaum; > Drew Gatlin; J.D. Gatlin; rwallace(a)morgantownwv.gov; Bill; Bicycle Board; > Jennifer Selin > *Subject:* Re: Help bring Open Streets festivals to Morgantown > > > > Matthew, > > > > Thank you for your reply and support. In the many discussions I've had > with different groups and leaders about this topic, the DOH control of city > streets seems always to come up as a concern. We're aware of that one in > particular and sensitive to permits only being granted for 2-3 hour spans > for state controlled streets and roads. I believe it's feasible to > accommodate routes that are managed by the city and extend timeframes for > an event well beyond a 2-3 hour window. > > > > Additionally, the Atlanta Streets Alive events that I referenced is a good > example of community unity where different neighborhoods host the event in > rotation. In other words, we might approach the neighborhood associations > of neighborhoods adjacent to downtown to hold events on their streets and > would likely have less restrictions than with the DOH example for downtown > streets. That said, I am volunteering myself to be work with DOH to > establish routes that would take over state controlled streets. > > > > If there is an upcoming Pedestrian Safety board meeting we could use 15 > mins to discuss this with the board and public, that would be wonderful. > I've also received a similar invitation by the Health and Wellness > Commission on Aug 13 which I plan to attend and present. > > > > Ella, > > > > Thank you! I love this idea as anchors for a route. I'm compiling some > notes and responses today around the overall open streets proposal, and > would like to reach out for more details if you have time. We may be able > to combine this with similar feedback received for specific pedestrian > route proposals that are being drafted. > > > > > > Sincerely, > > > > Jesse > > > > (404) 314-9787 > > > > > > > > > > On Mon, Jul 30, 2018 at 9:25 AM, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> wrote: > > I will just throw out a possible date and event- > > > > International PARK(ing) Day > > When:September 21, 2018 > Location:worldwide > Around the globe, people are celebrating the international PARK(ing) Day, > an initiative to promote re-thinking of public space. It always takes place > the 3rd friday of september. The idea is to transform parking lots into > parks, playgrounds, BBQ parties, gardens...Grey parking places are beeing > transformed into a liveable and creative space. > > > > > > > > Ella Belling > Executive Director > Mon River Trails Conservancy > P.O. Box 282 > Morgantown, WV 26507 > http://montrails.org > 304-692-6782 > > > > On Jul 30, 2018, at 1:56 AM, matthew <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com> wrote: > > > > Greetings, Matthew Cross of the Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board here. > Thank you Jesse for volunteering towards this effort. With attempts in the > past the biggest hurdle is WVDOH control of the primary downtown streets. > They have been reluctant to close off vehicular traffic. But we can come > up with another attempt or different plans entirely as we have some great > creative minds to work with. I have a flexible schedule so just let me > know of any meeting plans. The Ped Board could also host you at one of our > meetings to get things started. > ------------------------------ > > *From:* Jesse Heady <jesse(a)heady.name> > *Sent:* Friday, July 27, 2018 10:16 AM > *To:* traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu; Vicki.Hoover(a)mail.wvu.edu; > clement.solomon(a)mail.wvu.edu; mwiles(a)boparc.org; ella(a)montrails.org; > kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com; jessicaharmening(a)gmail.com; cabildso(a)yahoo.com; > Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu; frn(a)unitedwaympc.org; daniel.shook(a)hsc.wvu.edu > ; crossnyc(a)hotmail.com; billregernash(a)gmail.com; wellwvu(a)mail.wvu.edu; > barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com > *Cc:* Jonathan Rosenbaum; Drew Gatlin; J.D. Gatlin; rwallace@morgantownwv. > gov; Bill; Bicycle Board > *Subject:* Help bring Open Streets festivals to Morgantown > > > > Hello, > > > > I’ve recently met with the Morgantown Bicycle Board at their July 12 > meeting regarding promotion and advocacy for Open Streets style of events > in and around the Morgantown area. We had a very positive discussion about > the potential we have in Morgantown for recurring events focused on bicycle > and other pedestrian traffic in downtown and surrounding neighborhood > streets. We also covered a number of previous discussions and individuals > who have been instrumental to bringing this topic up in the past and > understand this is not a new concept, and would like to work together to > build a broader coalition. > > > > I've been collaborating with Jonathan Rosenbaum of Positive Spin in the > interim and your name or your group has come up as a potential partner and > advocate for a broader coalition in the Morgantown area. We need your help > to build support and organize a formal working group to bring an Open > Streets event series to Morgantown and surrounding neighborhoods. > > > > We have a very vibrant, strong, and growing community in Morgantown. Open > street style events have the potential be great attractions for local and > regional participants of every age group and interest for all pedestrian > traffic on open streets. They also reinforce other working group efforts to > bring unity between communities through arts, small business, and community > collaboration while highlighting individual neighborhoods and commerce > downtown. > > > > These points are the focus for discussion with you and/or your group at > your next regular meeting, or a time where we can all meet to discuss as a > group: > > > > - Develop a plan for community-based, organized and executed bicycle > and foot traffic public events mirroring larger city events like Atlanta > Streets Alive and Open Streets Pittsburgh to include: > > · > > - Daytime, multi-part community rotating street festival that > encourages pedestrian foot traffic, bicycling, and skating with vendors and > businesses on city streets and neighborhoods > > > - Evening time pedestrian course with emphasis on community > interaction, connection of neighborhoods, artistic expression and movement, > and light-based decoration of bicycles and other creative lanterns or > devices -- rail trail is an obvious and non-intrusive option > > > - Examples of inspiration: Atlanta Streets Alive > <http://www.atlantastreetsalive.com/>, Atlanta Moon Ride > <http://atlantamoonride.com/>, and OpenStreetsPGH > <http://openstreetspgh.org/> > > > - Project framework: Open Streets Project > <http://openstreetsproject.org/> > > > - Develop strategies to over come challenges in permitting/budget and > other area, align to existing events and working groups, sponsorships > through leading entities in our region, promotion and advocacy > partnerships, and understand how and what is possible to achieve these > events on a regular cadence > > In the examples linked above, these types of events are proven to draw > crowds and attention, and bring interconnected communities closer together. > Now is the time for Morgantown to adopt more of these events, to compliment > and expand upon the success of events such as Kids Day downtown. Events > like these also reinforce the positive message of being green through > cycling, reinforcing pedestrian traffic in high volume vehicle areas, and > highlight the need for pedestrian safety in a positive and interactive > setting. This last point is especially important given deadly accidents > involving pedestrians in the last couple of years in Morgantown. > > > > We are working to carry the same message to other board meeting(s), > groups, and leaders to solicit a broader coalition of stakeholders. I'm > offering my time as a volunteer citizen interested in reinforcing positive > and deliberate progress for this and other initiatives in Morgantown > through organization, advocacy, writing, web development, and any other way > I can be of service. I hope we can count on your own passion and advocacy > to join our initiative to make this vision a reality for Morgantown. > > > > I also ask that you please freely share this message with your colleagues > as we work to further expand education, understanding, and support for this > initiative. There may be individuals or groups that were missed in this > initial phase of communication; this was not intentional and we want to > ensure every group who wants to contribute, or who may be an invaluable > partner, to know they are welcome and encouraged to participate. > > > > Thank you! I very much appreciate your time and attention to these items > in this unsolicited and lengthy email, and I very much look forward to your > feedback, and meeting with you to organize and bring this shared vision to > a reality. Our next steps are scheduling time to meet and discuss the items > above in more detail. Thank you in advance for your reply with your > availability to meet. > > > > > > Sincerely, > > > > Jesse Heady > > > > jesse(a)heady.name > > (404) 314-9787 > > > > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Help bring Open Streets festivals to Morgantown
by Jesse Heady via Bikeboard 30 Jul '18

30 Jul '18

Jenny, Awesome, awesome feedback and energy. I'm very inspired and reassured by the support of this group and welcome additional feedback and ideas of how to proceed. Sunday and low traffic makes a ton of sense. At the bike board we also discussed the Friday rides and the night lantern or light ride/walk event may work out very well on the trail (and the Greenmont connector all the better!) I spoke with Bill briefly at the Kern's Bridge opening on Saturday and he suggested also bringing this to the meeting of the whole. This way, leaders from each neighborhood association can hear about this proposal and perhaps start the conversation about starting location for inaugural event and options to rotate. Alternatively, we also have the Ped and H&W meetings to invite conversation and I'm happy to meet directly with neighborhood leaders at their regular meetings as well. Sincerely, Jesse On Mon, Jul 30, 2018 at 9:36 AM, Jennifer Selin < jennyformorgantown(a)gmail.com> wrote: > PARKing day could use a boost! It is usually just a few spaces on high > street. > They convert a parking space into a parklet. Ella has the definition > right, it could be broadened. > It is international! > > Sundays also work well for these events, if during the day, > People are looking for things to do and the traffic patterns are more > relaxed. > The bike board had some wonderful social rides on Friday evenings. > I like the idea of non competitive point to point events similar to a > folks march, the family > resource center has had several of them. > > Back to open streets, we can just select a part of town and plan an event, > maybe a Sunday afternoon, > we would want enough distance to make it fun but small enough to be able > to close it off and police it. > Best not on a game weekend, the police get tired. > > People would really enjoy using their streets for fun!!! > > Jenny > Jenny Selin > Cell 304-685-6569 > Public Employees may disregard this message > > On Jul 30, 2018, at 9:25 AM, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> wrote: > > I will just throw out a possible date and event- > > International PARK(ing) Day > > When:September 21, 2018 > Location:worldwide > Around the globe, people are celebrating the international PARK(ing) Day, > an initiative to promote re-thinking of public space. It always takes place > the 3rd friday of september. The idea is to transform parking lots into > parks, playgrounds, BBQ parties, gardens...Grey parking places are beeing > transformed into a liveable and creative space. > > > > Ella Belling > Executive Director > Mon River Trails Conservancy > P.O. Box 282 > Morgantown, WV 26507 > http://montrails.org > 304-692-6782 > > On Jul 30, 2018, at 1:56 AM, matthew <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com> wrote: > > Greetings, Matthew Cross of the Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board here. > Thank you Jesse for volunteering towards this effort. With attempts in the > past the biggest hurdle is WVDOH control of the primary downtown streets. > They have been reluctant to close off vehicular traffic. But we can come > up with another attempt or different plans entirely as we have some great > creative minds to work with. I have a flexible schedule so just let me > know of any meeting plans. The Ped Board could also host you at one of our > meetings to get things started. > ------------------------------ > *From:* Jesse Heady <jesse(a)heady.name> > *Sent:* Friday, July 27, 2018 10:16 AM > *To:* traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu; Vicki.Hoover(a)mail.wvu.edu; > clement.solomon(a)mail.wvu.edu; mwiles(a)boparc.org; ella(a)montrails.org; > kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com; jessicaharmening(a)gmail.com; cabildso(a)yahoo.com; > Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu; frn(a)unitedwaympc.org; daniel.shook(a)hsc.wvu.edu > ; crossnyc(a)hotmail.com; billregernash(a)gmail.com; wellwvu(a)mail.wvu.edu; > barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com > *Cc:* Jonathan Rosenbaum; Drew Gatlin; J.D. Gatlin; rwallace@morgantownwv. > gov; Bill; Bicycle Board > *Subject:* Help bring Open Streets festivals to Morgantown > > Hello, > > I’ve recently met with the Morgantown Bicycle Board at their July 12 > meeting regarding promotion and advocacy for Open Streets style of events > in and around the Morgantown area. We had a very positive discussion about > the potential we have in Morgantown for recurring events focused on bicycle > and other pedestrian traffic in downtown and surrounding neighborhood > streets. We also covered a number of previous discussions and individuals > who have been instrumental to bringing this topic up in the past and > understand this is not a new concept, and would like to work together to > build a broader coalition. > > I've been collaborating with Jonathan Rosenbaum of Positive Spin in the > interim and your name or your group has come up as a potential partner and > advocate for a broader coalition in the Morgantown area. We need your help > to build support and organize a formal working group to bring an Open > Streets event series to Morgantown and surrounding neighborhoods. > > We have a very vibrant, strong, and growing community in Morgantown. Open > street style events have the potential be great attractions for local and > regional participants of every age group and interest for all pedestrian > traffic on open streets. They also reinforce other working group efforts to > bring unity between communities through arts, small business, and community > collaboration while highlighting individual neighborhoods and commerce > downtown. > > These points are the focus for discussion with you and/or your group at > your next regular meeting, or a time where we can all meet to discuss as a > group: > > > - Develop a plan for community-based, organized and executed bicycle > and foot traffic public events mirroring larger city events like Atlanta > Streets Alive and Open Streets Pittsburgh to include: > - > - Daytime, multi-part community rotating street festival that > encourages pedestrian foot traffic, bicycling, and skating with vendors and > businesses on city streets and neighborhoods > - Evening time pedestrian course with emphasis on community > interaction, connection of neighborhoods, artistic expression and movement, > and light-based decoration of bicycles and other creative lanterns or > devices -- rail trail is an obvious and non-intrusive option > - Examples of inspiration: Atlanta Streets Alive > <http://www.atlantastreetsalive.com/>, Atlanta Moon Ride > <http://atlantamoonride.com/>, and OpenStreetsPGH > <http://openstreetspgh.org/> > - Project framework: Open Streets Project > <http://openstreetsproject.org/> > - Develop strategies to over come challenges in permitting/budget > and other area, align to existing events and working groups, sponsorships > through leading entities in our region, promotion and advocacy > partnerships, and understand how and what is possible to achieve these > events on a regular cadence > > In the examples linked above, these types of events are proven to draw > crowds and attention, and bring interconnected communities closer together. > Now is the time for Morgantown to adopt more of these events, to compliment > and expand upon the success of events such as Kids Day downtown. Events > like these also reinforce the positive message of being green through > cycling, reinforcing pedestrian traffic in high volume vehicle areas, and > highlight the need for pedestrian safety in a positive and interactive > setting. This last point is especially important given deadly accidents > involving pedestrians in the last couple of years in Morgantown. > > We are working to carry the same message to other board meeting(s), > groups, and leaders to solicit a broader coalition of stakeholders. I'm > offering my time as a volunteer citizen interested in reinforcing positive > and deliberate progress for this and other initiatives in Morgantown > through organization, advocacy, writing, web development, and any other way > I can be of service. I hope we can count on your own passion and advocacy > to join our initiative to make this vision a reality for Morgantown. > > I also ask that you please freely share this message with your colleagues > as we work to further expand education, understanding, and support for this > initiative. There may be individuals or groups that were missed in this > initial phase of communication; this was not intentional and we want to > ensure every group who wants to contribute, or who may be an invaluable > partner, to know they are welcome and encouraged to participate. > > Thank you! I very much appreciate your time and attention to these items > in this unsolicited and lengthy email, and I very much look forward to your > feedback, and meeting with you to organize and bring this shared vision to > a reality. Our next steps are scheduling time to meet and discuss the items > above in more detail. Thank you in advance for your reply with your > availability to meet. > > > Sincerely, > > Jesse Heady > > jesse(a)heady.name > (404) 314-9787 > > >

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OpenStreets Pgh Saturday
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 26 Jul '18

26 Jul '18

If you’re not riding the CRC Little Falls/Opekiska Loop <https://groups.google.com/forum/?hl=en#!topic/CRcyclists/sIUANahLmQY> Saturday or going to the Deckers Creek Av. Bridge dedication <http://www.morgantownwv.gov/civicalerts.aspx?AID=146> and want to get away from the motorcycles, a new 4.4 mile Pgh OpenStreets ride <https://www.bikepgh.org/2018/07/13/brand-new-openstreetspgh-connects-east-e…> might be interesting. Here’s the info: https://www.bikepgh.org/2018/07/13/brand-new-openstreetspgh-connects-east-e… <https://www.bikepgh.org/2018/07/13/brand-new-openstreetspgh-connects-east-e…> . 4ank

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Fwd: PBIC Messenger: Upcoming Webinar on Bicycle Road Safety Audits
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 22 Jul '18

22 Jul '18

Bike Board Members, Unless the weather’s nice July 31, 1:00-2:30 pm, I’m going to participate in this webinar to learn how to conduct FHWA Bicycle Road Safety Audits. Are you interested in joining me? We could learn together. Performing FHWA road audits might be fun and might give us more sway with WVDOH. I’m also interested to see how our rating of the roads on our commuter map, https://bikemorgantown.wixsite.com/home/commuter-map-1 <https://bikemorgantown.wixsite.com/home/commuter-map-1> match up with FHWA audits of those roads. Frank > Begin forwarded message: > > From: PBIC Messenger <blank(a)hsrc.unc.edu> > Subject: PBIC Messenger: Upcoming Webinar on Bicycle Road Safety Audits > Date: July 19, 2018 at 10:55:20 AM EDT > To: <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Reply-To: PBIC Messenger <blank(a)hsrc.unc.edu> > > > Webinar Announcement > Learn About Bicycle Road Safety Audits in Upcoming Webinar > An upcoming webinar sponsored by the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Office of Safety will focus on conducting Bicycle Road Safety Audits: > > Conducting Bicycle Road Safety Audits > Tuesday, July 31, 2018 > 1:00-2:30 pm Eastern Time > Register Here > <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> > Bicycle Road Safety Audits are a valuable tool that can be used by transportation agencies to formally evaluate roadway conditions and better understand factors influencing bicyclist safety and comfort. During this webinar, panelists from the Federal Highway Administration and VHB will walk participants through the process of planning and conducting Bicycle Road Safety Audits. They will present prompt lists and resources to help agencies perform audits and share tips and lessons learned from past experiences. > > Following their presentations, panelists will participate in a discussion period to answer questions from webinar attendees. > > This webinar is supported by the Federal Highway Administration's Office of Safety through a national program to provide training and technical assistance to the FHWA-designated Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety Focus Cities and States. > > > > PBIC offers free, public webinars approximately every month. To register for upcoming webinars and to access archived presentations, please visit www.pedbikeinfo.org/webinars <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…>. > > Follow the PBIC on Twitter <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> and Facebook <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> and join the discussion > <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> > <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> > <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> > 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 and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. > Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center > 730 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Suite 300 > Chapel Hill, NC 27599 > > Add us to your address book <x-msg://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/vcard?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e453ab5d&…> > Phone: 1.888.823.3977 > Fax: 919.962.8710 > www.pedbikeinfo.org <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…> > > If you no longer wish to receive these emails, simply unsubscribe from this list <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…>. > View this email in your browser <https://pedbikeinfo.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ae385fc8506278c2e45…>

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Improving arrival / dismissal for kids biking and walking to school
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 19 Jul '18

19 Jul '18

Another good read from the Safe Routes to School folk: https://www.saferoutespartnership.org/resources/fact-sheet/keep-calm-and-ca… https://www.saferoutespartnership.org/sites/default/files/resource_files/im… -Jonathan

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Bicyclist Fatality
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 16 Jul '18

16 Jul '18

This news was posted on BB's Facebook page, but I am sharing it here for those who do not monitor FB: http://morgantownwv.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=138&ARC=204 - On July 6,2018 at approximately 11:15 p.m. officers of the Morgantown Police Department as well as the Morgantown Fire Department responded to Earl Core Road (WV Rt. 7) in reference to a hit and run involving a person on a bicycle. Based on a preliminary investigation and witness statements, a male was riding a bicycle west on Earl Core Road when he was struck from behind by a motor vehicle traveling in the same direction. The vehicle continued traveling west on Earl Core Road ( WV Rt. 7) toward the downtown area. The bicyclist received serious injuries and was transported to Ruby Memorial Hospital. At 5:37 a.m. on July 7 the bicyclist, Divante Coles [1], a 20 year old male from Morgantown, was pronounced deceased due to the injuries received in the crash. The vehicle involved is described as a dark, possibly black Chrysler/Dodge sedan. The vehicle should have front end damage with the driver's side headlamp not functioning. Police are continuing to investigate this incident and will provide updated information to media sources as it becomes available. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Morgantown Police Department at 304-284-7522. If you need immediate Police attention or a crime is in progress call 911. Links: ------ [1] https://www.facebook.com/divante.coles

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Board: July's meeting POSTPONED until July 12th - call for agenda items
by Bill via Bikeboard 13 Jul '18

13 Jul '18

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General meeting: this Thursday, July 12, 6:30pm *in the council chambers*
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 12 Jul '18

12 Jul '18

All, Note the change in our venue -- I wouldn't blame you all for donning black robes for this month's meeting! Should be a nice change of pace. If you aren't familiar, the council chambers are across the street from our usual meeting space and are located in city hall at 389 Spruce Street. Current agenda items: - Bicyclist Fatality <http://morgantownwv.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=138> - Presentation of an updated historical crash analysis by F. Gmeindl - MPO combined bike/ped plan RFP <http://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/613794_e54d04199a604b24a487dba5957d8755.pdf> - Existing construction project updates (Mon Blvd, Van Voorhis, 2018 Municipal Paving) - People for Bikes Fall Grant Cycle <https://peopleforbikes.org/apply-now/> - Updates on search for new board membership & leadership - Events planning - OpenStreets <https://openstreetspgh.org/> style festival proposal If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. -Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering B58 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Stolen bike
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 12 Jul '18

12 Jul '18

MTB was stolen off of my back porch sometime between 9pm July 7 and midnight the next day (July 8-9). I just noticed it, cable lock was severed. The bike is white, Cannondale brand, Trail 6 model, with blue & black lettering, 29 inch tires. It has an ABRA sticker on it, 2 water bottle cages & a hand pump. I have pictures of the bike attached. Two old pics & one from Saturday after the GRUSK. Please keep your eyes open.Thanks!Christiaan Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

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2018 Community Health Needs Assessment
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 05 Jul '18

05 Jul '18

Friends - a few years back we at WVU led the WVU Medicine/Ruby Community Health Needs Assessment. This is a process that all non-profit hospitals have to go through every 3 years so they can identify & address community health needs as part of their tax reporting. My colleagues & I are now updating the assessment, and the first step is a survey of community members. There was a great response to our solicitations last time, and we'd love to hear from you all again. So please complete the online survey athttps://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_d55QGMcHqMAOGm9 Please also feel free to share the URL with your friends, enemies, neighbors, and coworkers that live in Mon County. Thank you all very much! 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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Bike Board: July's meeting POSTPONED until July 12th - call for agenda items
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 04 Jul '18

04 Jul '18

Howdy Board, Happy 4th - as the subject states, our typical first Thursday meeting is postponed until July 12th. Please excuse any inconvenience! Our meeting will still be held in the Public Safety Building but we might need to swap rooms. I'll double check tomorrow and report back when I issue the agenda. Current potential agenda items: - Presentation of an updated historical crash analysis by F. Gmeindl - MPO combined bike/ped plan RFP <http://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/613794_e54d04199a604b24a487dba5957d8755.pdf> - Existing construction project updates (Mon Blvd, Van Voorhis, 2018 Municipal Paving) - People for Bikes Fall Grant Cycle <https://peopleforbikes.org/apply-now/> - Updates on search for new board membership & leadership - Events planning - OpenStreets <https://openstreetspgh.org/> style festival proposal In the meantime, perhaps I'll see you all downtown in the next hour to ride in the July 4th parade <http://morgantownwv.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=135>? Or perhaps on Friday morning at 11am to participate in the ribbon-cutting <http://morgantownwv.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=136> of the new Decker's Creek pedestrian bridge? Cheers! Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Morgantown's New Ped/Bike Bridge - July 6th Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
by Damien Davis via Bikeboard 04 Jul '18

04 Jul '18

On Friday July 6th at 11:00am the City will be holding a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new ped/bike bridge on the Decker's Creek Trail. Attached is a press release. Come join us as we open this new connection to the trail. Damien Davis, PE, CFM Director of Public Works / City Engineer City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 O: 304.284.7412 F: 304.284.7409 www.morgantownwv.gov PLEASE NOTE MY NEW EMAIL ADDRESS ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov

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Re: [Bikeboard] [MonBikeClub] Re: Morgantown driver arrested for intentionally hitting cyclist
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 03 Jul '18

03 Jul '18

Thanks to Christiaan for sending out the initial news and thanks to Andrew for this most recent follow-up. For better or worse the backstory provides important context for this crime. I would feel safe betting on this as not having anything to do with whether the person was on a bicycle or not. Key facts for those of you unable to read the story: 1) Victim and assailant knew one another and had interacted minutes before the assault 2) Victim and assailant were engaged in self-reported illegal activity (drug dealing) prior to assault that strongly suggests alternative motivations for the crime (alternatives to aggression towards cyclists in general) -Drew On Tue, Jul 3, 2018 at 3:11 PM, Andrew Fredrickson < andrewfredrickson(a)gmail.com> wrote: > A little bit more to the story here: > > > https://www.dominionpost.com/2018/07/02/man-arrested-for- > allegedly-running-over-a-bicyclist/ > > > On Sunday, July 1, 2018 at 11:03:20 AM UTC-4, Christiaan Abildso wrote: >> >> I hope whomever was hit is doing okay. Be safe out there friends. This may be a legal test of our state's 3 foot passing rule but only a $100 fine for that. >> >> Attempted vehicular homicide sounds about right. Interesting to see how this plays out legally. And hope it will be in favor of cyclist safety. >> >> >> https://www.dominionpost.com/2018/07/01/morgantown-man-arrested-for-alleged… >> >> >> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android >> <https://go.onelink.me/107872968?pid=InProduct&c=Global_Internal_YGrowth_And…> >> > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Mon Bike Club" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to monbikeclub+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. > -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Morgantown driver arrested for intentionally hitting cyclist
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 01 Jul '18

01 Jul '18

I hope whomever was hit is doing okay. Be safe out there friends. This may be a legal test of our state's 3 foot passing rule but only a $100 fine for that.Attempted vehicular homicide sounds about right. Interesting to see how this plays out legally. And hope it will be in favor of cyclist safety. https://www.dominionpost.com/2018/07/01/morgantown-man-arrested-for-alleged… Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

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Meeting Thursday, June 7th
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 05 Jun '18

05 Jun '18

Hello all! We will meet this Thursday evening at 6:30pm in the Public Safety Building to debrief from Bike Month, talk about social rides, move some projects along (like the new website and the combined nonmotorized plan update), and discuss board leadership. Please find the last two month's minutes attached. I'll see if I can't get a formal agenda by Thursday -- many thanks to Brian Leary for his patience and ability to capture our dynamic working meetings over the past few months! Best, Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Anyone selling a road or tri bike?
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 21 May '18

21 May '18

Interested buyer, male, probably a 58.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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Bike Month: Updated Events Poster (with more info about the Motown Bike Bonanza)
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 15 May '18

15 May '18

Hello All! Please see attached for an updated poster that focuses on events happening just this week -- Bike to Work Day, the Friday night social ride, and the Saturday Bike Bonanza. This version has expanded information for the Bonanza and a corrected phone number for the mall hotline that will answer people's questions about the event. Please spread this poster far and wide over the next few days, and please join us at these excellent events. We always have a great time at Bike to Work Day and we have great prizes to give away for this year's event. The Bonanza should be a blowout success (cross your fingers for no rain!). If you know of anyone looking to volunteer, please send them our way. We're particularly looking for crowd control help on Saturday from 10-2p. Best, Drew p.s. I BCC'd quite a few of you, so reply all at your discretion! -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Bike rodeo events and volunteers
by Bridget O'Meara via Bikeboard 15 May '18

15 May '18

Hi all, Drew, Marilyn, Harry, and I met last week to layout the bike rodeo and talk about some final details. There was some discussion about having events for adults to participate in. Some ideas were: 1. Introduction to bike maintenance. Jonathan and Jonathan, do you think Positive Spin could put something together? I was thinking something like how to change a flat tire, how to take care of your chain, maybe adjusting breaks, that kind of thing. 2. Skills test for adults. Does anyone have ideas for this, and would anyone be willing to lead? We will also need volunteers for setting up, check-in (2-3), and for the rodeo (at least 6). If you can volunteer, please fill out the spreadsheet on the 2018 Bike Month shared folder. If you can't access the folder, just let me know the if you can volunteer, the times (between 9-3) that you will be available, and any preference for what you want to help out with. Thanks! -Bridget

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Bike to School Day success today!
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 09 May '18

09 May '18

Friends -Some photos attached...details.22 riders (9 girls) at Mountainview ES repping 1st-5th grade7 at South MS - all boys, boo - but a few are "grads" from our Mountainview #FRideDays of years past! What a glorious day...the smiles were broad and joyful...the freedom of two wheels!"Yea us, we don't need no stinkin' bus!" Many thanks to Kara for South organization, Principal Dickerson at Mountainview, Morgantown PD with a rider & cruiser to help the Mountainview crew, our sag wag for all the Mountainview backpacks, donations from Pathfinder and Wamsley's, and the Bike Board/City for buying the banners and the PR. We're meeting at Mountainview at 3:30 to chaperone them home, if interested in riding along.We'll be gathering at 4:00 at Jack Roberts Park to hand out some shwag and celebrate if anyone wants to join that as well. It takes a village.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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blurbs about upcoming events -- attached this time
by Bridget O'Meara via Bikeboard 08 May '18

08 May '18

Hi all, I think I forgot to attach the file on the last email. Sorry about that. It should be attached this time. - Bridget

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Re: [Bikeboard] blurbs about upcoming events -- attached this time
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 08 May '18

08 May '18

Excellent ! Thanks Bridget ---- Original Message ---- From: "Bridget O'Meara via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 5/5/2018 6:11:31 PM To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] blurbs about upcoming events -- attached this time Hi all, I think I forgot to attach the file on the last email. Sorry about that. It should be attached this time. - Bridget

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Blurbs about upcoming events events
by Bridget O'Meara via Bikeboard 05 May '18

05 May '18

Hi all, Here are the short write-ups I put together for upcoming bike board events. Let me know if you have any comments or additions you would like to make. Perhaps this would also be useful for the website? I'll begin posting on Facebook soon to start promoting the events. Best, Bridget

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Bike Month Poster (USE THIS VERSION)
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 04 May '18

04 May '18

Board, Please excuse all the chatter on our listserv. I had a few incorrect logos in the previous drafts of our flyers.... glad I didn't choose graphic design as a career. This one should be good. Thanks for your patience! -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Meeting Info: Tomorrow, Thursday, May 3rd 6:30pm
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 03 May '18

03 May '18

Hello all, We'll have another working meeting this Thursday with three topics: - The website update (please see* here <https://bikemorgantown.wixsite.com/home>*for a draft, and DO NOT SHARE THIS WIDELY YET) - The bike plan update (please see attached for a draft RFP that the MMMPO will release soon to update the pedestrian plan) - Bike Month (please see attached for updated 2018 plan) Please excuse the lack of a formal agenda at this point (and the lack of minutes from last meeting). GO TEAM! -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Media help for Bike to School Day please
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 02 May '18

02 May '18

Friends -It looks like we'll have good participation from Mountainview ES & South MS...and we could use some bike board help with press. Can we get some help putting together a PR & getting traditional news media? We still have details to work out for each ride re: times in the AM & PM, and meetup locations. But that shouldn't take very long.---I just bought 3, 2'x3' banners using the attached image that should be delivered to our house Monday evening. Don't tell my wife ;) Is anybody willing to reimburse me $150? If not, I don't really care. Brian Ricketts has agreed to help us take photos...he did a great job with that a few years back. Those of us on the rides can just crush it with social media. #BikeToSchoolDay #BikeMonth #MorgantownAlso attached is a Word doc that could be used to disseminate info if we want. Kara & I are in discussions about details & media, but could use help.Thanks so much!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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1st day of Bike Month ride to school!
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 01 May '18

01 May '18

12 kiddos, all grades preK thru 5 and even some afternoon student chaperones on bikes from South MS. Great start to bike month! Christiaan Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

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Fridays are #FRideDays
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 01 May '18

01 May '18

Our kids are back at it at Mountainview...had 12 ride today to kick off Bike Month, pics forthcoming. We even had a kid in Pre-K show up with older brothers & sister, totally unexpected! Here's a flyer my kiddos made advertising our #FRideDay rides.Rock on!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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Re: [Bikeboard] New bike spot educational video thanks to Anne and Andrew!
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 01 May '18

01 May '18

Well done, thanks Anne, Andrrew and Drew ! ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 4/30/2018 11:38:29 AM To: "Anne Parker" aparker(a)morgantownwv.gov, "Andrew Stacy" astacy(a)morgantownwv.gov Cc: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] New bike spot educational video thanks to Anne and Andrew! All, Check out this 1-minute spot about the bike loops excellently produced by the office of communications. Many thanks to Anne Parker and Andrew Stacy for making this happen! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUKfrgVNvPAfeature=youtu.be -Drew -- J.D. Gatlin Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board Morgantown, WV 26505

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Bike to school, next Wed, poster attached
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 30 Apr '18

30 Apr '18

Friends -We're busily preparing bike to school day rides for May 9th at South MS (Kara Weld), the old Suncrest Primary (Beth Rota), and my crew at Mountainview ES. The Mountainview art teacher, Sarah Guerry, had her students put together a cool poster that is attached. Please feel free to share! And, please feel free to join in on one of the rides!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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bike morgantown and tires
by Colin Dierman via Bikeboard 30 Apr '18

30 Apr '18

Good afternoon Drew, I wanted to reach out and let you know that I heard good things about your ride around town. My stretch therapist joined you and was super positive. On a different not, I'm free on Tuesday if you still need tire changing help. Enjoy your day. Colin

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New bike spot educational video thanks to Anne and Andrew!
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 30 Apr '18

30 Apr '18

All, Check out this 1-minute spot about the bike loops excellently produced by the office of communications. Many thanks to Anne Parker and Andrew Stacy for making this happen! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUKfrgVNvPA&feature=youtu.be -Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Any used road bikes available?
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 26 Apr '18

26 Apr '18

Looking for a grad student, female, about 5'7" or so...email me at cabildso(a)yahoo.com so I can put her in touch with you. 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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Fwd: [CRC] Fwd: Opening Day for trail April 28th at Salem Depot Park!
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 24 Apr '18

24 Apr '18

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: kelly r williams <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com> Date: Thu, Apr 19, 2018 at 9:04 AM Subject: [CRC] Fwd: Opening Day for trail April 28th at Salem Depot Park! To: COUNTRY ROADS CYCLISTS <CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com>, Steven Knudsen < stevo1279(a)gmail.com> Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: *From:* Harrison RailTrails <hrts.wv(a)gmail.com> *Date:* April 19, 2018 8:09:19 AM EDT *To:* undisclosed-recipients:; *Subject:* *Opening Day for trail April 28th at Salem Depot Park!* Good morning friends and members of HRT! I have attached the new flyer for our event, which was rescheduled due to wintery weather. We have family fun activities scheduled from 11am-3pm, so grab your bicycles, walking shoes, horses, family and friends and join us for a day on the trail! I also wanted to share a new article on the Parkersburg to Pittsburgh Corridor (P2P) of the Industrial Heartland Trail Coalition, in which North Bend Rail-Trail and Harrison Rail-Trails are a part of. We were very excited to be chosen for the April Trail of the Month by the Rails to Trails Conservancy! See link below. https://www.railstotrails.org/trailblog/2018/april/16/west-virginia-and-pen… Happy Trails! Diana C. Druga President Harrison Rail Trails 304-641-5812 -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "COUNTRY ROADS CYCLISTS" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to CRcyclists+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

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The Wall Street Journal: Creating Bike Lanes Isn’t Easy. Just Ask Baltimore. Or Boulder. Or Seattle.
by Beth Rota via Bikeboard 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

Creating Bike Lanes Isn’t Easy. Just Ask Baltimore. Or Boulder. Or Seattle. The Wall Street Journal Cities’ drive to expand bike lanes keeps running into a wall of opposition—even in bike-friendly places like Seattle or Boulder, Colo. Read the full story Shared from Apple News

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Announcement: Please plan to attend proclamation reading tomorrow (Tuesday) 7pm
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 16 Apr '18

16 Apr '18

It will be a chance for us to: 1. Take a group photo 2. Sign a few things that we need signed 3. Show our smiling faces to the new city council 4. Follow up on some bike-month plans There are no other proclamations on the agenda, so the time commitment will be minimal: estimated definitely less than 45 minutes. Please text me at 304-719-7900 if you can make it! -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Please Read: Bike Month Meeting Tomorrow at 7pm at Suncrest Panera
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 10 Apr '18

10 Apr '18

Howdy Board! We had a lovely meeting last week and our plans for bike month are shaping up. The events committee will meet tomorrow, 7pm, at Panera Bread in Suncrest. We need help with the following events and plans: April 17th Bike Month Proclamation (mostly just need people to show up) May 4th Bike to School Day (maybe, but we could also postpone this until after bike rodeo?) May 14-18th Bike to Work Week (promotion around town of national bike challenge) May 18th Bike to Work Day May 19th Bike Rodeo The bike rodeo in particular will be a major event. We plan to give 125 helmets away and host it out at the Mountaineer Mall. We have big plans and lots of partners already on this, but we still need your help! Most other events / days will look like they have in the past. Our other major goal for this meeting is to develop a "host your own bike to work day" packet. We will send this out to champions at major local employers to encourage the proliferation of commuter stations (that don't require our direct supervision or volunteer time!). It will also include promotional materials for our other events. If you have any questions or comments feel free to reach out to me or Harry, Chip, or Bridget (current members of the events committee). Also, I made a facebook group to reduce email on the bike board list. Check it out <https://www.facebook.com/groups/MorgantownBikeBoard/>. I'll send out a more formalized announcement about this later. Thanks! Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Dominion Post article
by John Whitmore via Bikeboard 06 Apr '18

06 Apr '18

City adds bike parking; Printed on Friday, April 6, 2018; Page 7-A and 8-A; Dominion Post. Ben Conley. [cid:image002.jpg@01D3CD82.EC15A380] John Whitmore Planner III City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: (304) 284-7431 morgantownwv.gov<http://www.morgantownwv.gov/> [MORGANTOWN-WITH TEXT - Email]<http://www.morgantownwv.gov/>

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Bike Loops in the News!
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 06 Apr '18

06 Apr '18

Bike parking in Morgantown made the news!: http://www.wdtv.com/content/news/Bike-loops-installed-in-Morgantown--478908… And I observed Drew's new NOS chrome Univega parked on one of the new installed loops at the Public Safety Building. :) -Jonathan

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Interscholastic Cycling League is now in Monongalia County
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 05 Apr '18

05 Apr '18

Some of you may be familiar with the http://www.westvirginiamtb.org/, now it is in Monongalia County! >From Amber Ray Garcia: FYI - Do you have a child 6th -12th grade interested in mountain biking? Mon County is starting a league of the Interscholastic Cycling League. Season is July- September. This is not related to any one school, open to all middle and high school kids. Jessica Harmening is the contact person and coach. Contact her through phone/text at 724-454-3876 or email southbikeclub(a)gmail.com. -Jonathan

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April Meeting: Tomorrow @ 6:30pm! Bike Month Intensive Planning Sesh
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 04 Apr '18

04 Apr '18

Howdy board, Please see March minutes, April agenda, and some read-aheads attached for tomorrow's meeting. Many thanks to the events committee for their work already towards bike month and the big bike rodeo we're planning on May 19th (giving away 125 helmets!) -- let's help them make this year's events the best yet. I'm attaching a plan of work that one of our old members (Brian Ricketts) developed for the 2016 Bike Month events. Please review it and come prepared to take on some work over the next month. -Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Congress Rejects Big Budget Cuts | Safe Routes to School National Partnership
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 04 Apr '18

04 Apr '18

https://www.saferoutespartnership.org/blog/congress-rejects-big-budget-cuts Looks like TAP$ and TIGER$ will be available this year. Does anybody know whether the City Council, City Manager, City Engineer, Traffic Commission, MPO or WVDOH are planning to go for any of this for bicycling?

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Bike Train resources for schools
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 21 Mar '18

21 Mar '18

The Safe Routes to Schools National Partnership came out with new resources for setting up bike train programs at schools. Christiaan Albildso already has something going, maybe we can get these resources out to other interested parties to get more trains rolling. We should at least put these documents up on our website / FB page. https://www.saferoutespartnership.org/sites/default/files/031918-srs-biketr… https://www.saferoutespartnership.org/sites/default/files/get_rolling_with_… -Jonathan

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Action Item Reminders
by Brian Leary via Bikeboard 19 Mar '18

19 Mar '18

Hope everyone is doing well, I just wanted to send out some action item reminders from the March meeting to help keep everyone on track. If you have any questions please let me know and I'll do my best to answer them. Here are the new action items from the March meeting: #108: Marilyn will work with events committee to develop K-12 outreach plan for Bike Rodeo #109: Bridget will work with events committee to contact National Center of Excellence in Women's Health (Betty Critch), City of Morgantown office of communications (Andrew Stacy), and WVU office of sustainability (Traci Knabenshue) regarding relevant 2018 events. #110: Drew will send out a formal request for help with the installation of a bike / bus shelter at MTEC. #111: All board members present at the meeting (who received a draft copy of Chip's review of the bike plan) will read that plan and send Chip comments #112: Harry will send Drew a copy of an exit interview for use in learning from departing board members Best, Brian

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Today - opportunity to help Positive Spin load / unload bikes
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 15 Mar '18

15 Mar '18

I realize this announcement is a little late, but hopefully there are some folk looking for something unusual to do during Spring Break. Positive Spin is performing a large pickup at the Granville Walmart today at 1pm (80 bikes and 4 additional pallets) and we are looking for a few additional volunteers. Meet us in the automotive parking lot on the side of Walmart in Granville if you would like to help load and unload these bikes onto the large flatbed that McDaniels towing will be providing for free, also Garcia's will be providing free food for volunteers. -Jonathan

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Samples for Bicycle safety?
by Jing Zhang via Bikeboard 14 Mar '18

14 Mar '18

Hi, Bike Board Members, Matt Cross and I are in contact with a manufacturer in China to purchase large quatity of items for pedestrian safety. The manufacturer is ready to send us some samples (see pectures below). Anything particular you think can be included in the smaple package? Here is their website: https://stfg.en.alibaba.com/featureproductlist.html?spm=a2700.details.deilet ai6.1.4ba9551cygr4aj I would appreciate it if you let me know today. Thanks, Jing Jing Zhang, AICP, PTP, LEED AP ND LCI #4855 Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization 243 High Street Courthouse Rm. 110 Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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anyone available to lead social ride March 16?
by Bridget O'Meara via Bikeboard 12 Mar '18

12 Mar '18

Hi all, We are planning the first social ride of the season for this Friday, March 16 at 6pm, starting from the farmer's market pavillion. Unfortunately I just realized I have to be out of town next weekend. Is there anyone else who would be able to lead this ride? If not, I could do it the following week, but we are trying to get the third Friday of the month to stick. Best, Bridget

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Connector to rail train (Fwd: WVU Core Arboretum master planning project input this Monday)
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 03 Mar '18

03 Mar '18

There is a public input session that includes considering the 5% grade connector to the rail trail through adjacent WVU property this Monday and March 26. I hope some folk from the BB and the biking community at-large can attend one or both of these sessions. Public Input Sessions March 5th and March 26th 1:30 to 4:00 pm * March 5 Public input session * March 26 Students present designs and collect public input -------- Original Message -------- SUBJECT: WVU Core Arboretum master planning project input this Monday DATE: 2018-03-02 09:14 FROM: Zachariah Fowler <zfowler(a)mail.wvu.edu> TO: Hello, I hope that your spring is off to a good start. Things are starting to wake up here at the Arboretum! Harbingers of spring are in bloom, birds are starting to sing, and several other plants, including bluebells, are coming up already. I am writing to let you know about an exciting project at the Arboretum, and some opportunities to provide input. Landscape Architecture students at WVU are beginning to work on an Arboretum master planning project. This should be a great thing for the Arboretum's future, and it is an opportunity to dream big! Some of these students are hosting public sessions to get input about some "potential" future Arboretum projects that they are starting to work on. Some of the ideas include: a visitor's center, 5% grade connector to rail trail through adjacent WVU property, wetland rehabilitation/boardwalk, dock with kayak ramp, reconnecting to the northern portion of the Arboretum, etc. The first session is this Monday at 1:30-4:00 in the new Agricultural Sciences Building Room 4443. If you are available, come help these students develop some great ideas! RSVP to get a parking pass, see attached flyer for details. Sorry for the late notice, but this is a class project that is just now coming together. This is the first iteration of many, and there will be plenty of chances to provide input. A final master plan will not be produced this semester. Thanks, Zach Fowler Zach Fowler WVU Core Arboretum Director Clinical Assistant Professor WVU Department of Biology 304-293-0387

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Locker Designs
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 02 Mar '18

02 Mar '18

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nPossibly a larger font for the contact phone #, that can be read from a few feet away. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 3/2/2018 5:28:29 PM To: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Bike Locker Designs Hello Board! We had a lovely meeting last night, thank you to everyone who was able to make it. I wanted to keep you posted about some changes to the bike locker sign designs. Please see current design below and attached: The proof you see here isn't final (the actual design's fonts are crisper, for example). The other attached file was a draft from this morning from the Stick Co. Comments? -- J.D. Gatlin Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board Morgantown, WV 26505

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Bike Locker Designs
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 02 Mar '18

02 Mar '18

Hello Board! We had a lovely meeting last night, thank you to everyone who was able to make it. I wanted to keep you posted about some changes to the bike locker sign designs. Please see current design below and attached: The proof you see here isn't final (the actual design's fonts are crisper, for example). The other attached file was a draft from this morning from the Stick Co. Comments? -- *J.D. Gatlin* Graduate Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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2017 Bike Summit feedback - please help, friends
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 27 Feb '18

27 Feb '18

Friends -On behalf of WV Connecting Communities & the 2017 WV Bike Summit Planning Committee, sorry for being tardy, but we finally launched a 2017 Bike Summit feedback survey! If you haven't completed it yet, please do so. We welcome attendee feedback! We also welcome feedback from non-attendees to help plan future WV Bike Summits - where, when, what topics, etc. Survey URL: 2017 WV Bike Summit Feedback Survey | | | | 2017 WV Bike Summit Feedback Survey Web survey powered by SurveyMonkey.com. Create your own online survey now with SurveyMonkey's expert certified F... | | | It was such a rush just putting it together, and I'm so proud of all that we (Morgantown bicycling community) accomplished in such a short time putting it together. ***GOOD NEWS: Gov Justice has recently sent out invites to staff the Complete Streets Advisory Board, which was the first action that was supposed to be taken to implement the 2014 (yes, 2014) WV Complete Streets Act. I am hoping that this board will be vital to change the practice and culture of DOH & DOT. Thank you!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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Meeting next week (March 1st): Minutes and Agenda attached
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 22 Feb '18

22 Feb '18

Hello board, I hope you're keeping an extra eye out on the roads given the recent pedestrian / auto car crashes (one of which was a fatality that occurred during our meeting last month). Sobering times. Please review the February minutes and the draft March agenda. Send comments my way ASAP. Best, Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Transportation Engineering Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University, Dec. '17 Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Fwd: landslide just past Morgantown city limits, Mon River Rail-Trail south
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 13 Feb '18

13 Feb '18

All, In case you haven't seen this yet -- Ella's reporting a landslide on the Mon River trail just south of town. -Drew ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> Date: Tue, Feb 13, 2018 at 12:44 PM Subject: landslide just past Morgantown city limits, Mon River Rail-Trail south To: Brooke McKinney <boneil(a)boparc.org>, kelly r williams < kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>, Heather Parks <hbury98(a)hotmail.com>, Chip Wamsley < chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Colin Dierman <colin(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Pamela Cubberly <pamela(a)cubberly.net>, Pam Kasey <pam(a)newsouthmediainc.com>, Rachel Finch <RFinch(a)tourmorgantown.com>, Cookie Coombs < ccoombs(a)tourmorgantown.com>, Heather Cleary <heathermcd12(a)gmail.com>, Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com>, "Bladow, Jessica" <Jessica.Bladow(a)aecom.com>, Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, matthew <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov>, "Parsons, Chet" < chet.parsons(a)aecom.com>, Melissa Burch <mburch(a)boparc.org>, Tom Bloom < wingsman1(a)aol.com> Please help spread the word- *Landslide near mile-marker 12 Mon River Rail-Trail south (between Morgantown and Uffington).* A landslide has brought down lots of mud, rock, trees and debris near mile-marker 12 of the Mon River Rail-Trail, just past the Morgantown city limits toward Uffington. The trail is cleared thanks to our trail maintenance crew but very muddy. We will be working with heavy equipment in this area starting tomorrow, February 14. Just posted on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/monrivertrails/ https://www.dropbox.com/s/24wkqt5lk7f6thf/2018-02-13%2011.54.33.jpg?dl=0 https://www.dropbox.com/s/i0mn9bw0bv58527/2018-02-13%2011.52.35.jpg?dl=0 https://www.dropbox.com/s/svccywt2jrx0w6n/2018-02-13%2011.52.29.jpg?dl=0 https://www.dropbox.com/s/xsrfmkyytemchgq/2018-02-13%2011.52.06.jpg?dl=0 Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782 <(304)%20692-6782> -- *J.D. Gatlin* Transportation Engineering Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University, Dec. '17 Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Steep hills
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 04 Feb '18

04 Feb '18

From the last 2 BB meetings, I took an action item to identify streets that I think should be marked as steep on any bike route maps we produce. Just off the top of my head, here’s a list to start: Gem Elk Snider Protzman Riddle Darst Overhill Third Sixth Eighth Arboretum Service Road Leeway Stafford Hirschman These are streets that I think the average cyclist might have to walk. I’d guess that each of them has some 10+% grade. Frank

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February Meeting: Quick Recap
by Brian Leary via Bikeboard 02 Feb '18

02 Feb '18

Good evening everyone! Last night’s meeting was a success as we discussed updates to the Bike Plan which scope continues to be refined as data collection takes place. MPO will continue to take the lead, and the Bike Board will provide suggestions where appropriate. Additionally, we received updated information on the upcoming Bike/Pedestrian Count. The primary focus of the upcoming Bike/Pedestrian Count is on pedestrians in high traffic intersections which will include 40 different locations with 6hrs/day of continuous counting over two consecutive days. Board members are encouraged to continue/take part in discussions regarding ways to make bike/pedestrian counts, and any suggestions they may have for the upcoming count. New Action Items Chip will contact Captain McCabe and begin communications with individuals in charge of upcoming parades with the goal of getting Bike Board representation within those parades. Drew will get Frank literature from regarding bike/pedestrian count methods including crowd sourcing. Frank and Chip will lead an effort to review and summarize the old Bike Plan. With the goal of answering: What got done? Why did it get done? How did it get done? Frank and Drew: will get J.Nellis information on how to automatically get street grades to identify which streets are steep or provide a list of known streets. Drew will send out a summary of the TAP Project proposals that were submitted. If you have any questions please let me know. Best, Brian

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Meeting Feb 1 (Next Thursday): January Draft Minutes, February Draft Agenda
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 01 Feb '18

01 Feb '18

All, Please review the drafts of both documents attached. Highlights from last meeting: We voted in a new secretary (to be confirmed by Traffic Commission), Brian Leary -- welcome back to Morgantown, Brian! We're excited to have you serve as secretary for the board. New action items (from January meeting) - All members with open action items will work to split those items into smaller tasks that are achievable on shorter timelines. Please report these changes to Brian Leary (briankleary(a)gmail.com) before next meeting. - Annual events committee (Chip, Beth, Bridget, Harry, Marilyn) will meet before next month. (already done! see Chip's email for minutes of that meeting) - Jonathan Nellis and Drew will work together on adding route slopes to our commuter map - Jing will send out a draft of bike/ped count locations as well as a draft scope of work for the bike plan update (this will only be sent to a subset of members) Finally, changes to our bylaws: We voted to change the attendance requirement from "the ability to attend no less than four meetings per year" to "the ability to miss no more than four meetings per year." Also: “Members will proactively notify the officers in the event they miss a meeting and provide updates to any outstanding action items under their ownership – ideally before the meeting, as possible” This change would place a few of you in violation of the updated policy (no worries, we won't kick you out!) -- so we seek more input before we'll take it to the traffic commission. What say you? Thanks, and see you next Thursday! -Drew

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Re: [Bikeboard] January meeting this Thursday (still on!): Agenda
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nSee everyone tonight ! Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 1/3/2018 12:34:53 AM To: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] January meeting this Thursday (still on!): Agenda Hello all, Hope you've had swell holidays and I hope you are staying warm. Please find the agenda for this month's meeting attached. Also attached are draft minutes from our informal meeting in December. See you Thursday! Best, Drew -- J.D. Gatlin Transportation Engineering Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University, Dec. '17 Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board Morgantown, WV 26505

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January meeting this Thursday (still on!): Agenda
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 03 Jan '18

03 Jan '18

Hello all, Hope you've had swell holidays and I hope you are staying warm. Please find the agenda for this month's meeting attached. Also attached are draft minutes from our informal meeting in December. See you Thursday! Best, Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Transportation Engineering Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University, Dec. '17 Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Today's DP, Mon MTB trail network?
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 14 Dec '17

14 Dec '17

Clearing a legal hurdle & working with the Chamber? Nice opportunity...The Dominion Post - www.dominionpost.com | | | | The Dominion Post - www.dominionpost.com Local, national news updated throughout the day. The Dominion Post produced videos of local sports, events and m... | | | "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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Re: [Bikeboard] BNA
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 11 Dec '17

11 Dec '17

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Thanks Frank, for the thoughtful review. It looks like the basis for the BNA model is a good concept, but problematic due to the data source. It might be a matter of time before a better data set is used. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 12/10/2017 1:43:39 PM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] BNA Here is my take on the People for Bikes Bicycle Network Analysis (BNA) that Drew asked me at the 12/8 BB meeting to write. The BNA by People for Bikes classifies streets as Low Stress or High Stress for adult cyclists who are interested in riding a bike but concerned about riding in traffic. People for Bikes gives a low stress rating to streets that they think interested but concerned people would probably say they would feel safe riding on. One problem with this approach is that streets that feel safe might not actually be safe, that is, they might actually have more frequent and more severe crashes than other streets that these people feel arent as safe. For example, Ive read countless stories about people on bikes getting killed at intersections by right turning vehicles, especially trucks because the bicycle specific infrastructure led them to be where a competent experienced cyclist would not be, that is, on the right side of right-turning vehicles. That said, the BNA is a good model for developing good bike route maps because its methodology is transparent, well documented and flexible and they provide the source code. The BNA provides a map and connectivity scores. The map shows all streets with low stress streets blue and high stress streets red. The connectivity scores include an overall community score, scores for several subcategories such as services, schools, recreation and retail and then scores for sub-subcategories of these that rate how well interested but concerned people can reach these by bike. The BNA enables you to compare communities. The comparative scores can be misleading. For example, the BNA rates Buckhannon, WV higher than Portland, OR, 37 and 33 respectively. The major limitations of the BNA are its primary data sources: U.S. Census and OpenStreetMap (OSM), and the stress ratings of various street conditions and infrastructure types. The U.S. Census data are only updated every 10 years and do not include sufficient detail to determine number of cyclists and trip characteristics. OSM data completeness and accuracy are questionable. The stress ratings for various street conditions are subjective and biased toward how safe they would feel to interested but concerned people and might be significantly different for competent and experienced bicyclists. I had fun with the BNA and learned a lot. Im guessing youll have fun with it too. Then, we can discuss how it could inform our bike route mapping efforts as well as our efforts to improve infrastructure and education. But, most of all, Im looking forward to riding our infrastructure to see how safe it feels while were having fun on it;) Frank

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BNA
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 10 Dec '17

10 Dec '17

Here is my take on the People for Bikes Bicycle Network Analysis (BNA) <https://bna.peopleforbikes.org/#/places/4c07a176-0174-402a-89ca-5da5182f949…> that Drew asked me at the 12/8 BB meeting to write. The BNA by People for Bikes classifies streets as Low Stress or High Stress for adult cyclists who are interested in riding a bike but concerned about riding in traffic. People for Bikes gives a low stress rating to streets that they think interested but concerned people would probably say they would feel safe riding on. One problem with this approach is that streets that feel safe might not actually be safe, that is, they might actually have more frequent and more severe crashes than other streets that these people feel aren’t as safe. For example, I’ve read countless stories about people on bikes getting killed at intersections by right turning vehicles, especially trucks because the bicycle specific infrastructure led them to be where a competent experienced cyclist would not be, that is, on the right side of right-turning vehicles. That said, the BNA is a good model for developing good bike route maps because its methodology is transparent, well documented and flexible and they provide the source code. The BNA provides a map and connectivity scores. The map shows all streets with low stress streets blue and high stress streets red. The connectivity scores include an overall community score, scores for several subcategories such as services, schools, recreation and retail and then scores for sub-subcategories of these that rate how well interested but concerned people can reach these by bike. The BNA enables you to compare communities. The comparative scores can be misleading. For example, the BNA rates Buckhannon, WV higher than Portland, OR, 37 and 33 respectively. The major limitations of the BNA are its primary data sources: U.S. Census and OpenStreetMap (OSM), and the stress ratings of various street conditions and infrastructure types. The U.S. Census data are only updated every 10 years and do not include sufficient detail to determine number of cyclists and trip characteristics. OSM data completeness and accuracy are questionable. The stress ratings for various street conditions are subjective and biased toward how safe they would feel to interested but concerned people and might be significantly different for competent and experienced bicyclists. I had fun with the BNA and learned a lot. I’m guessing you’ll have fun with it too. Then, we can discuss how it could inform our bike route mapping efforts as well as our efforts to improve infrastructure and education. But, most of all, I’m looking forward to riding our infrastructure to see how safe it feels while we’re having fun on it;) Frank

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Fwd: November minutes, December Meeting
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 04 Dec '17

04 Dec '17

Hello board, Thanks to Chip for putting together these minutes. I haven't had a chance yet to review them -- can you all comment on them as need be? Still planning on our regular meeting on Thursday, but this will be more informal than most due to such a late agenda (it's not even ready yet!). Preview: secretary recruitment, 2018 TAP grant(s) updates, people for bikes new tools <https://bna.peopleforbikes.org/#/places/4c07a176-0174-402a-89ca-5da5182f949…>, 2014 TAP grant (signage/shelters) updates, plans for the new year, maybe some updates from the events committee? Thanks all for your patience! -Drew p.s. I'll be graduating on December 15th and am recruiting hecklers for the ceremony if any of y'all wanna come on down and see me walk across the stage. In the mean time wish me luck on tying up all these loose ends (hah!). ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> Date: Sat, Dec 2, 2017 at 3:20 PM Subject: November minutes To: johngatlin(a)gmail.com here you go, let me know if you have any questions. Chip -- *J.D. Gatlin* Transportation Engineering Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University, Dec. '17 Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Social rides
by Bridget O'Meara via Bikeboard 11 Nov '17

11 Nov '17

Hi all, The November social ride will be tomorrow (Sunday Nov. 12) at 2:00 starting at Terra Cafe and meandering around for about 9 miles through Star City and Suncrest. Hope to see some of you there! I was also thinking for the December social ride, there is a holiday parade downtown on Dec. 4th. We could start from there and then go through South Park and see some lights. I'm assuming there will probably be a good number of houses decorated at that time. Can anyone confirm? We could always do this ride a little later in the month and just not have it tie into the parade. - Bridget

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2018 TAP Grant Projects: Please read and help us prioritize
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 03 Nov '17

03 Nov '17

Hello Board, As promised, please see the overview of TAP projects we're currently considering. If you know more about any of these projects, please feel free to edit this document and send it back to me (or just send general comments too). If you get a chance, please review these projects before Monday and send me your top three choices. Feel free to modify and / or combine projects as you see fit. Also attached is Vaike Haas's draft proposal for the Suncrest trails (however, the maps in that document are not as up-to-date as the ones in mine). As a reminder, the intents to apply are due on November 17th. -- *J.D. Gatlin* Transportation Engineering Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University, Dec. '17 Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505Preview attachment Suncrest Trail Proposal draft 10-26 sm.pdf <https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?ui=2&ik=4b0d377119&view=att&th=15f5b7c358…> Suncrest Trail Proposal draft 10-26 sm.pdf 8.5 MB <https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?ui=2&ik=4b0d377119&view=att&th=15f5b7c358…>

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Light Giveaway
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 02 Nov '17

02 Nov '17

Hi Bike Board! I hope all is going well in Morgantown, I've heard there's lots of cycling-related projects and momentum happening - congratulations! I came across this article in the paper and thought it was a good idea. If there's still any unspent grant money floating around for education or safety, maybe it go toward purchasing lights to give away around town. http://www.dailycamera.com/news/boulder/ci_31419682/ boulder-giving-out-free-bike-lights-part-safety <http://www.dailycamera.com/news/boulder/ci_31419682/boulder-giving-out-free…> Also, I heard WV's Bicycle Friendly Ranking is up this year to #37, and I'm sure all your work on the Bike Summit and other projects had a lot to do with it! Best wishes to everybody, miss you all! Christina

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November meeting (agenda), October updated minutes
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 30 Oct '17

30 Oct '17

Hello Board, Please see our November agenda and read-aheads as well as an updated version of our October minutes attached. Also, everyone welcome Morgantown's new communication manager, Andrew Stacy! He was recently onboarded and replaces Krista Baker. Andrew, it seems like our board webpage <http://www.morgantownwv.gov/AgendaCenter/Bicycle-Board-18> has fundamentally changed with the recent website update. Can you let us know if we should re-send you all our agendas and minutes from 2017 to have them properly updated? Jonathan Rosenbaum, can you please place Andrew on our listserv? Thanks all, Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Transportation Engineering Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University, Dec. '17 Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Stolen kids' bike
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 28 Oct '17

28 Oct '17

A neighbors' bike was stolen from their garage, 20" white and black frame with "Ambush" on it. Image pasted below & attached.He's super bummed, hoping we find it. I've checked Craigslist and ebay, but appreciate help.Good Karma to all.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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TONIGHT - Spoky Halloween Night Ride
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 27 Oct '17

27 Oct '17

Tonight, around 7pm there will be an unplanned, unsponsored, informal, impromptu spoky (short-o) Halloween night ride beginning from the vicinity of Positive Spin's new location. Some things to keep in mind .. For night riding in the Morgantown area, the bike should be equipped with a front light and a red reflector on the rear of the bicycle, also a red taillight may be used, which is highly recommended. Helmets are required. Although, there is no plan to stop anywhere, it would be prudent to bring a locking device to secure your bike just in case we do decide to stop somewhere. The temperature should be pleasant during the daytime, however, it will go into the 50's (also pleasant) during the evening so dress accordingly. -Jonathan

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October Minutes
by Bridget O'Meara via Bikeboard 26 Oct '17

26 Oct '17

Hi all, Here are the minutes from October's meeting. Some highlights include: *Decisions:* *1. *Approved: September minutes, stickers for bicycle friendly city signs, try to get sharrows installed on the Jones-Raleigh corridor *2. *Postponed tour de sharrow until February unless new sharrows are put down on Rawley sooner *3. *Form committee to plan and organize yearly events *4. *Move November social rides to Sunday to ensure daylight as fall sets in and the days get shorter *Some new action items* *1. *All: go to neighborhood meetings to tell everyone about bike board; D. Gatlin will send a reminder email and details about neighborhood association meetings *2. *All: Read and share new articles on bike infrastructure *3. *H. Grandon, M. Newcomb, C. Wamsley, B. O’Meara, B. Rota to meet to form annual event committee. Best, Bridget

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Bicycle Parking required at Morgantown Mall
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 13 Oct '17

13 Oct '17

Good news: Article (copied below) on front page of today’s Dominion Post says, County Commission unanimously approved site development for Book Exchange at former Elder Beerman location in Morgantown Mall, "with the condition that parking include a minimum number of long-term and short-term bicycle storage areas”. How’d that happen? Harry?:) Frank Commission approves site d e ve l o p m e n t BY BEN CONLEY The Dominion Post A 19,000 square-foot development in the space formerly occupied by Elder-Beerman in the old Mountaineer Mall received site plan approval from the Morgantown Planning Commission on Thursday. Book Exchange Holdings Inc. owner Jonathan Fleming requested the significant impact site plan review. He said that the space will be used to support the online retail portion of Book Exchang e’s business. “We started this side of our business about five years ago and we’ve been selling things online more and more,” F leming said. “We started with 6,000 feet. We went up to 11,000 [feet] and this year we need to go up to 19,000 [feet]. This is really the only space in Morgantown we could find that kind of fit the bill.” The request was unanimously approved with the condition that parking include a minimum number of longterm and short-term bicycle storage areas.

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Meeting alert: Homecoming Parade Tonight, Traffic Patterns Altered from 5:15p ~ 7p
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 05 Oct '17

05 Oct '17

All, Please be aware that the MHS homecoming parade is scheduled to begin at 6pm tonight. The parade will traverse the usual High Street route and disperse at Foundry Street. Traveling via motor vehicle to our meeting might be limited if you are approaching from Beechurst, University Ave, Willey Street, or South High Street. I recommend approaching from one of the South Park area bridges (Pleasant or Walnut). Best, Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Transportation Engineering Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University, Dec. '17 Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Co-Chair, *2017 West Virginia Bicycle Summit* Morgantown, WV 26505

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FW: Mountain Line - Free Bus Rides on Election Day
by Bill Austin via Bikeboard 03 Oct '17

03 Oct '17

We encourage everyone to participate in the Special election. Please publicize. Thanks, Bill From: Maria Smith [mailto:MariaSmith@busride.org] Sent: Tuesday, October 3, 2017 2:13 PM To: bus busride <bus(a)busride.org> Subject: Mountain Line - Free Bus Rides on Election Day mOUNTAIN lINE tRANSIT aUTHORITY Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: Tuesday October 3, 2017 Contact: Maria Smith, Marketing Officer Phone: (304) 296-3680 Free bus rides on election day Morgantown, WV- Mountain Line Transit Authority will be providing free rides during the Special Election on Saturday, October 7, 2017. Riders will be able to board all local routes (excluding Grey Line) for free between 6:30 AM and 7:30 PM while polls are open. For information on all Mountain Line bus routes and schedules, riders can visit www.busride.org <http://www.busride.org> or call 304-291-RIDE (7433) during normal hours of operation. You can also follow Mountain Line on Facebook and Twitter for updates. ### Thank you. --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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Fwd: Mountaineer
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 03 Oct '17

03 Oct '17

Bike Board, Can I get a role call for anyone who would be interested in setting up a safety-oriented booth RE: cycling at Mountaineer Week? The call is to occupy a shared booth on October 24th from 10am-2pm. That's a Tuesday. Best, Drew ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Shook, Daniel <daniel.shook(a)hsc.wvu.edu> Date: Tue, Oct 3, 2017 at 1:45 PM Subject: Mountaineer To: "Jonnie Kifer (MonCountyPFS(a)gmail.com)" <MonCountyPFS(a)gmail.com>, matthew <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com>, "Drew Gatlin (BikeMorgantown(a)gmail.com)" <BikeMorgantown(a)gmail.com> *Good afternoon to some of my favorite Morgantown people!* *I wanted to forward you the email I received from Dr. Lisa Costello regarding the Mountaineer Week Safe Community event. I wanted to see if you would be willing to share a booth with me? Last year, I stuck Matthew with my table, but not this year. I think it would be fun to be there.* *Any thoughts? Please let me know ASAP and I’ll make sure we have enough room at the table we can share.* *Thank you!* *Dan* *_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________* *From:* Costello, Lisa *Sent:* Tuesday, September 26, 2017 12:33 PM *To:* Shook, Daniel <daniel.shook(a)hsc.wvu.edu> *Cc:* Johnson, James <James.Johnson(a)mail.wvu.edu> *Subject:* Re: Mountaineer Week Health & Wellness Expo Hi Dan, Thank you for the email regarding Mountaineer Week Safe Community! We would love for your team to participate in this year's Mountaineer Week Safe Community (we have you to thank for the idea!) Below is information about the event. Consider this your formal invitation to participate again in the 2017 Mountaineer Week Safe Community as part of WVU’s 70th annual Mountaineer week (information below). I have also CC'd James Johnson who is helping coordinate the participants this year. The “Safe Community” event will take place on October 24, 2017 from 10-2 on the 1st floor of the WVU Mountainlair. We hope and plan to feature numerous interactive and informative displays with an overarching focus on safety. Distracted Dave sounds awesome! *Mountaineer Week Background:* Mountaineer Week marks the time when the leaves are turning and the chill has returned to the evening air, setting the stage for a celebration filled with art, unique crafts, and Appalachian culture, heritage, and cuisine. Mountaineer Week is WVU’s way of paying tribute to West Virginia’s heritage and traditions. The number one priority of event planning is to remind and educate WVU students and the community about the culture that has made West Virginia what it is today. We hope to attract thousands of visitors from our campus, community, state and region as we preserve and provide access to cultural and educational resources that bind people and cultures together. For more information visit:http://mountaineerweek.wvu.edu/ *2017 Mountaineer Week Health & Wellness Day Background:* Morgantown, along with surrounding municipalities, forms the Greater Morgantown metropolitan area. In 2016, the Greater Morgantown metropolitan area became the 28th community in the United States to be accredited as a safe community through the National Safety Council (learn more by visiting: http://www.safemorgantownwvu.org/). Our community is the first to have a commitment to safety that involves a University, City, and County! To highlight this accomplishment and provide greater awareness to safety efforts, this year’s Mountaineer Week Health and Wellness Day will again feature the *Mountaineer Week Safe Community*. This event will be held from 10-2 on the 1st floor of the WVU Mountainlair on October 24, 2017 and will feature an array of interactive and informative displays with an overarching focus on safety. Additional events taking place during Health & Wellness Day are listed below. *Safety Topics to be Addressed:* · Alcohol Education/High Risk Drinking · Blood Drive · Distracted Driving · Fire Safety · Herd Immunity: Flu Vaccinations · Nutrition · Over the Counter and Prescription drug abuse and disposal · Sexual Assault · Suicide Prevention *Additional topics will be considered Please respond by October 9, 2017 if you/your team is willing to participate. James Johnson will serve as the coordinator of participants, and is cc’d on this email. Please also let us know how much space and additional items may be needed for your display (i.e. table length needs, electric supply, water supply, etc). As the event nears we will have additional correspondence regarding event logistic as well as marketing. Unless otherwise noted, we will use you as a contact person, but please provide additional information regarding other contact persons/event leaders for your display. Also, please accept my apologies for my delayed response to your prior email regarding Safety Town. I'm a bit busy at the moment, but would love to get together near the end of October (after this event) to discuss that opportunity more. Thank you again for your email. We look forward to working together as we strive to educate the WVU community about health, wellness, and safety during Mountaineer Week! *[image: DSS sign]* *Daniel S. Shook, Ph.D*., Director *The WVU Greater Morgantown Safe Communities Initiative* WVU Injury Control Research Center P.O. Box 9151 Morgantown, West Virginia 26506-9151 Office: 304-293-8408 <(304)%20293-8408> Cell: 614-448-7168 <(614)%20448-7168> www.safemorgantownwvu.org [image: SCAnewTop50] - Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution by anyone other than the intended recipient(s) is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. -- *J.D. Gatlin* Transportation Engineering Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University, Dec. '17 Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Co-Chair, *2017 West Virginia Bicycle Summit* Morgantown, WV 26505

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October General Meeting: Agenda Attached
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 01 Oct '17

01 Oct '17

Hello All! Please find our agenda attached. There are two items up for grabs if any of you want to take a shot at facilitating the discussion (I'm totally willing to chat about those items beforehand to get you caught up to speed if you're willing!). Also, we're again in need of a volunteer for secretary (or did someone volunteer to do it this month at last month's meeting?). Finally, is anyone willing to spearhead organizing and marketing the upcoming social ride? It's gonna be a spooky ride, Friday, October 13th. Our last was really quite excellent, let's make this month's a hoot! Best, Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Transportation Engineering Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University, Dec. '17 Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Co-Chair, *2017 West Virginia Bicycle Summit* Morgantown, WV 26505

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October Meeting: Next Week! Call for agenda items, September minutes included
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 27 Sep '17

27 Sep '17

Hello Board! Upcoming events: - General Meeting, October 5th 6:30-8:30pm - Social Ride, October 13th 6:00-9:00pm - Special Election for Constitutional Amendment: October 7, 2017 First, please send an email if you want to join me and/or our assistant city engineer, Alex Stockdale, sometime this week to site and locate the locations of some sharrows and R4-11 (Bicycles May Use Full Lane) signs here in the next week. This could occur during the middle of the business day or after hours as convenient for those interested. It will be an excellent opportunity to get involved with the inter-month workings of the board. Second, *please send suggested agenda topics my way before 5pm tomorrow*. I'll send out the agenda tomorrow evening. Please see our September minutes attached. Thank you, Bridget, for serving as secretary for a second time in recent months! We hosted the bike summit last weekend, and I've gotta say that it was a smashing success! Many thousands of thanks are due to all board members who pitched in with planning over the past year, and indeed many thousands of thanks are due to the entire board and cycling community here in Morgantown for making such an attractive community to host the summit. I'll include a recap of my takeaways from the summit at our meeting next week, which include some exciting momentum generated for projects here around town. Hope you all are well! Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Transportation Engineering Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University, Dec. '17 Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Co-Chair, *2017 West Virginia Bicycle Summit* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Re: [Bikeboard] [MonBikeClub] WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 08 Sep '17

08 Sep '17

Kelly -It just occurred to Drew & me that we'll have the other 2 rides that, though not led by CRC, may need insurance too. I'm wondering if these could be added too? We may have CRC members on each of those rides...sorry to be a pain, just checking. The other 2 rides are a MTB ride in white park and the educational ride of ~20 folks around town (~9 miles total, mostly on road). Thanks for checking. We greatly appreciate all your help.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 From: kelly r williams <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com> To: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> Cc: "monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com" <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com>; Country Road Cyclists <crcyclists(a)googlegroups.com>; Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com>; Bill Foster <billbikes(a)hotmail.com>; Amanda Bise <ad.bise(a)gmail.com>; Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> Sent: Friday, September 8, 2017 10:00 AM Subject: Re: [MonBikeClub] WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September Yes, that is the plan. I will send you confirmation of the insurance, Monday. The Spring Spectacular was about 250, so I assume this will be about the same.And, yes, two rides. One up Deckers, the second we plan a Dug Hill loop, ending on Deckers. Time should be ok, back by 2:30 ish.Bikes and helmets. Kelly Sent from my iPad On Sep 8, 2017, at 9:57 AM, "Christiaan Abildso" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> wrote: Kelly -I'm just returning to this to make sure we have finalized (or can finalize) this. I think the best approach is to have the CRCs add a "rider" or special event insurance (esp if it's around $250) and the organization leading the bike summit (WV Connecting Communities) will reimburse CRC. Please confirm the price with your carrier and let Drew & me know. Hope that is acceptable to CRC, and we greatly appreciate your help. I have a call with the Summit organizing committee and will follow up soon with more details. I'm cc'ing Drew, he's also helping organize that day. Here are the details of the day:1) noon: gather on trail behind the Waterfront Marriott for one of three rides: a) MTB in White Park (led by Colin & Christiaan) - bikes provided by WVU Outdoor Rec Center b) trail to Masontown (led by CRC) - riders bring own bikes c) road to Mt. Morris & Rising Creek (led by CRC)- or other road ride the CRC leader chooses - riders bring own bikes2) Return by 2:30 3) 3:00-4:30 educational ride led by host committee - bikes provided by Wamsley's & WVU 4) 6:30-8pm exciting evening panel led by yours truly re: making WV more bike friendly8pm + - general merriment 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 From: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> To: "monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com" <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com>; Country Road Cyclists <crcyclists(a)googlegroups.com>; Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Cc: Kelly Williams <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>; Bill Foster <billbikes(a)hotmail.com>; Amanda Bise <ad.bise(a)gmail.com> Sent: Monday, July 24, 2017 12:35 PM Subject: Re: [MonBikeClub] WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September Thanks Kelly! I'll look into the insurance question. A few questions back:1) what route to Rising Creek would you take? We'd trust your judgement of the road conditions, of course. Now that I think more about it, is there a safe road ride on only WV roads (rather than into PA) since this is the WV Bike Summit?2) re: insurance - if a non-member joins in one of your scheduled rides, is insurance needed? Is our request the same - or would it be viewed as the same by the legal system?Looking forward to it...we could always chat about these things as you walk by the house, too!Thanks so much! 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 From: 'kelly williams' via Mon Bike Club <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com> To: "monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com" <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com>; Country Road Cyclists <crcyclists(a)googlegroups.com>; Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Cc: Kelly Williams <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>; Bill Foster <billbikes(a)hotmail.com>; Amanda Bise <ad.bise(a)gmail.com> Sent: Monday, July 24, 2017 11:07 AM Subject: Re: [MonBikeClub] WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September Country Roads Cyclists would be glad to lead the two rides on Sunday, one up Decker's Creek and the other to Mount Morris. I am not certain about taking a group of cyclists up RT 100 to Mount Morris, I have avoided that road for the last two years because of the very bad condition of the road. Two other possibilities would be to bike up the Mon River Trail to Friendship Hill or to Lake Lynn Dam, the drawback there is, if it is wet, the one mile undeveloped trail to Point Marion can be pretty muddy.But, I am open to any suggestions. The bigger question to me is the one of insurance. Country Roads Cyclists has insurance to cover its members riding, but we had to pay extra ($233.00) for an event, like the Spring Spectacular in May of 2017. So, would the bike board or WV Bike Summit be covering this? I am looking forward to hearing back on these two issues. Kelly Williams From: 'Christiaan Abildso' via Mon Bike Club <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com> To: Mon Bike Club <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com>; Country Road Cyclists <crcyclists(a)googlegroups.com>; Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Sent: Friday, July 21, 2017 11:53 AM Subject: [MonBikeClub] WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September Friends -Traci, Drew and I are planning some educational rides around Morgantown on Sunday, Sept 24th for the WV Bike Summit that will be in town.As you're all planning September rides - Mon Bike Club, CR Cyclists or another individual or group - we're wondering if you would be interested in leading or helping lead one or both of the rides in bold below (to Mt Morris & to Masontown). We're hoping to highlight all the great, diverse rides available and the great cycling groups in our area. Please let me know. Thanks so much!Christiaan Sunday, September 24 12-3 pm Meet for Leisure Rides outside Marriott 1) Road: Ride to Mt. Morris, stop at Rising Creek, ride back; Ride leader: Country Roads Cyclists? 2) Rail Trail: Ride towards Masontown; Ride leader: Country Roads Cyclists? 3) Mountain: Ride to and around White Park; Ride leader: COLIN & Christiaan? 3-4:30 pm Educational Bike Ride Tour- 6.89 Miles beginning and ending at Marriott - Stop 1) Dinsmore Building: Topic 1: Positive Spin by Nellis; Topic 2: Trail Connector Improvements by Damien or Alex - Stop 2) White Park via Callen Ave: Topic: Mountain Biking and BOPARC partnership, 2nd View of Trail Intersection by Colin Dierman - Stop 3) Mon County Sheriff OR Morgantown Police Station: Topic: Safety Town by Dan Shook or Officer from BTWD - Stop 4) Foundry St Underpass: Topic: Wayfinding Signage and South Middle Bike Club by Jessica H - Stop 5) Wamsley’s Bike Shop: Topic 1: Diversifying Revenue and Promoting Bike Culture by Colin Dierman Topic 2: Bike Parking Ordinance for new builds by John Whitmore - Stop 6) The State Rail Trail Entrance: Topic: Bike Parking Ordinance for new builds by John Whitmore if Seneca Village is not finished - Stop 7) Bike Locker at Wharf Street Garage: Topic: Quickly Point it Out by Ride Leader NOTE: Topic presenters will be stationary at each location with exception of Colin Dierman (White Park & the shop). Need 5-6 summit folks to ride with group to ensure safety, directions, presentations stay on time, etc. "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-- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Mon Bike Club" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email tomonbikeclub+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Mon Bike Club" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email tomonbikeclub+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

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Social Ride: Tonight! Farmer's Market Pavilion! Wheels down at 6:30p!
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 08 Sep '17

08 Sep '17

Hey Board, Forgot that tonight is our social ride -- apparently the facebook public likes our last-minute notifications, though, and we're expecting a few folks to show up! Maybe I'll see you there too? -Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Transportation Engineering Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University, Dec. '17 Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Co-Chair, *2017 West Virginia Bicycle Summit* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Re: [Bikeboard] [MonBikeClub] WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 08 Sep '17

08 Sep '17

Awesome! Thanks so much! "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 From: kelly r williams <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com> To: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> Cc: "monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com" <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com>; Country Road Cyclists <crcyclists(a)googlegroups.com>; Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com>; Bill Foster <billbikes(a)hotmail.com>; Amanda Bise <ad.bise(a)gmail.com>; Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> Sent: Friday, September 8, 2017 10:00 AM Subject: Re: [MonBikeClub] WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September Yes, that is the plan. I will send you confirmation of the insurance, Monday. The Spring Spectacular was about 250, so I assume this will be about the same.And, yes, two rides. One up Deckers, the second we plan a Dug Hill loop, ending on Deckers. Time should be ok, back by 2:30 ish.Bikes and helmets. Kelly Sent from my iPad On Sep 8, 2017, at 9:57 AM, "Christiaan Abildso" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> wrote: Kelly -I'm just returning to this to make sure we have finalized (or can finalize) this. I think the best approach is to have the CRCs add a "rider" or special event insurance (esp if it's around $250) and the organization leading the bike summit (WV Connecting Communities) will reimburse CRC. Please confirm the price with your carrier and let Drew & me know. Hope that is acceptable to CRC, and we greatly appreciate your help. I have a call with the Summit organizing committee and will follow up soon with more details. I'm cc'ing Drew, he's also helping organize that day. Here are the details of the day:1) noon: gather on trail behind the Waterfront Marriott for one of three rides: a) MTB in White Park (led by Colin & Christiaan) - bikes provided by WVU Outdoor Rec Center b) trail to Masontown (led by CRC) - riders bring own bikes c) road to Mt. Morris & Rising Creek (led by CRC)- or other road ride the CRC leader chooses - riders bring own bikes2) Return by 2:30 3) 3:00-4:30 educational ride led by host committee - bikes provided by Wamsley's & WVU 4) 6:30-8pm exciting evening panel led by yours truly re: making WV more bike friendly8pm + - general merriment 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 From: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> To: "monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com" <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com>; Country Road Cyclists <crcyclists(a)googlegroups.com>; Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Cc: Kelly Williams <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>; Bill Foster <billbikes(a)hotmail.com>; Amanda Bise <ad.bise(a)gmail.com> Sent: Monday, July 24, 2017 12:35 PM Subject: Re: [MonBikeClub] WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September Thanks Kelly! I'll look into the insurance question. A few questions back:1) what route to Rising Creek would you take? We'd trust your judgement of the road conditions, of course. Now that I think more about it, is there a safe road ride on only WV roads (rather than into PA) since this is the WV Bike Summit?2) re: insurance - if a non-member joins in one of your scheduled rides, is insurance needed? Is our request the same - or would it be viewed as the same by the legal system?Looking forward to it...we could always chat about these things as you walk by the house, too!Thanks so much! 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 From: 'kelly williams' via Mon Bike Club <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com> To: "monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com" <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com>; Country Road Cyclists <crcyclists(a)googlegroups.com>; Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Cc: Kelly Williams <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>; Bill Foster <billbikes(a)hotmail.com>; Amanda Bise <ad.bise(a)gmail.com> Sent: Monday, July 24, 2017 11:07 AM Subject: Re: [MonBikeClub] WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September Country Roads Cyclists would be glad to lead the two rides on Sunday, one up Decker's Creek and the other to Mount Morris. I am not certain about taking a group of cyclists up RT 100 to Mount Morris, I have avoided that road for the last two years because of the very bad condition of the road. Two other possibilities would be to bike up the Mon River Trail to Friendship Hill or to Lake Lynn Dam, the drawback there is, if it is wet, the one mile undeveloped trail to Point Marion can be pretty muddy.But, I am open to any suggestions. The bigger question to me is the one of insurance. Country Roads Cyclists has insurance to cover its members riding, but we had to pay extra ($233.00) for an event, like the Spring Spectacular in May of 2017. So, would the bike board or WV Bike Summit be covering this? I am looking forward to hearing back on these two issues. Kelly Williams From: 'Christiaan Abildso' via Mon Bike Club <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com> To: Mon Bike Club <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com>; Country Road Cyclists <crcyclists(a)googlegroups.com>; Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Sent: Friday, July 21, 2017 11:53 AM Subject: [MonBikeClub] WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September Friends -Traci, Drew and I are planning some educational rides around Morgantown on Sunday, Sept 24th for the WV Bike Summit that will be in town.As you're all planning September rides - Mon Bike Club, CR Cyclists or another individual or group - we're wondering if you would be interested in leading or helping lead one or both of the rides in bold below (to Mt Morris & to Masontown). We're hoping to highlight all the great, diverse rides available and the great cycling groups in our area. Please let me know. Thanks so much!Christiaan Sunday, September 24 12-3 pm Meet for Leisure Rides outside Marriott 1) Road: Ride to Mt. Morris, stop at Rising Creek, ride back; Ride leader: Country Roads Cyclists? 2) Rail Trail: Ride towards Masontown; Ride leader: Country Roads Cyclists? 3) Mountain: Ride to and around White Park; Ride leader: COLIN & Christiaan? 3-4:30 pm Educational Bike Ride Tour- 6.89 Miles beginning and ending at Marriott - Stop 1) Dinsmore Building: Topic 1: Positive Spin by Nellis; Topic 2: Trail Connector Improvements by Damien or Alex - Stop 2) White Park via Callen Ave: Topic: Mountain Biking and BOPARC partnership, 2nd View of Trail Intersection by Colin Dierman - Stop 3) Mon County Sheriff OR Morgantown Police Station: Topic: Safety Town by Dan Shook or Officer from BTWD - Stop 4) Foundry St Underpass: Topic: Wayfinding Signage and South Middle Bike Club by Jessica H - Stop 5) Wamsley’s Bike Shop: Topic 1: Diversifying Revenue and Promoting Bike Culture by Colin Dierman Topic 2: Bike Parking Ordinance for new builds by John Whitmore - Stop 6) The State Rail Trail Entrance: Topic: Bike Parking Ordinance for new builds by John Whitmore if Seneca Village is not finished - Stop 7) Bike Locker at Wharf Street Garage: Topic: Quickly Point it Out by Ride Leader NOTE: Topic presenters will be stationary at each location with exception of Colin Dierman (White Park & the shop). Need 5-6 summit folks to ride with group to ensure safety, directions, presentations stay on time, etc. "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-- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Mon Bike Club" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email tomonbikeclub+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Mon Bike Club" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email tomonbikeclub+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

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Re: [Bikeboard] [MonBikeClub] WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 08 Sep '17

08 Sep '17

Thanks Kelly! I'll look into the insurance question. A few questions back:1) what route to Rising Creek would you take? We'd trust your judgement of the road conditions, of course. Now that I think more about it, is there a safe road ride on only WV roads (rather than into PA) since this is the WV Bike Summit?2) re: insurance - if a non-member joins in one of your scheduled rides, is insurance needed? Is our request the same - or would it be viewed as the same by the legal system?Looking forward to it...we could always chat about these things as you walk by the house, too!Thanks so much! 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 From: 'kelly williams' via Mon Bike Club <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com> To: "monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com" <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com>; Country Road Cyclists <crcyclists(a)googlegroups.com>; Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Cc: Kelly Williams <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>; Bill Foster <billbikes(a)hotmail.com>; Amanda Bise <ad.bise(a)gmail.com> Sent: Monday, July 24, 2017 11:07 AM Subject: Re: [MonBikeClub] WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September Country Roads Cyclists would be glad to lead the two rides on Sunday, one up Decker's Creek and the other to Mount Morris. I am not certain about taking a group of cyclists up RT 100 to Mount Morris, I have avoided that road for the last two years because of the very bad condition of the road. Two other possibilities would be to bike up the Mon River Trail to Friendship Hill or to Lake Lynn Dam, the drawback there is, if it is wet, the one mile undeveloped trail to Point Marion can be pretty muddy.But, I am open to any suggestions. The bigger question to me is the one of insurance. Country Roads Cyclists has insurance to cover its members riding, but we had to pay extra ($233.00) for an event, like the Spring Spectacular in May of 2017. So, would the bike board or WV Bike Summit be covering this? I am looking forward to hearing back on these two issues. Kelly Williams From: 'Christiaan Abildso' via Mon Bike Club <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com> To: Mon Bike Club <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com>; Country Road Cyclists <crcyclists(a)googlegroups.com>; Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Sent: Friday, July 21, 2017 11:53 AM Subject: [MonBikeClub] WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September Friends -Traci, Drew and I are planning some educational ridesaround Morgantown on Sunday, Sept 24th for the WV Bike Summit thatwill be in town.As you're all planning September rides - Mon Bike Club, CR Cyclists or another individual or group - we're wondering if you would be interested in leading or helping lead one or both of the rides in bold below (to Mt Morris & to Masontown). We're hoping to highlight all the great, diverse rides available and the great cycling groups in our area. Please let me know. Thanks so much!Christiaan Sunday, September 24 12-3 pm Meet for Leisure Rides outside Marriott 1) Road:Ride to Mt. Morris, stop at Rising Creek, ride back; Ride leader: Country RoadsCyclists? 2) RailTrail: Ride towards Masontown; Ride leader: Country Roads Cyclists? 3) Mountain:Ride to and around White Park; Ride leader: COLIN & Christiaan? 3-4:30 pm Educational Bike Ride Tour- 6.89 Miles beginning and ending at Marriott - Stop 1) Dinsmore Building: Topic 1: Positive Spin by Nellis; Topic 2: Trail Connector Improvements by Damien or Alex - Stop 2) White Park via Callen Ave: Topic: Mountain Biking and BOPARC partnership, 2nd View of Trail Intersection by Colin Dierman - Stop 3) Mon County Sheriff OR Morgantown Police Station: Topic: Safety Town by Dan Shook or Officer from BTWD - Stop 4) Foundry St Underpass: Topic: Wayfinding Signage and South Middle Bike Club by Jessica H - Stop 5) Wamsley’s Bike Shop: Topic 1: Diversifying Revenue and Promoting Bike Culture by Colin Dierman Topic 2: Bike Parking Ordinance for new builds by John Whitmore - Stop 6) The State Rail Trail Entrance: Topic: Bike Parking Ordinance for new builds by John Whitmore if Seneca Village is not finished - Stop 7) Bike Locker at Wharf Street Garage: Topic: Quickly Point it Out by Ride Leader NOTE: Topic presenters will be stationary at each location withexception of Colin Dierman (White Park & the shop). Need 5-6 summit folksto ride with group to ensure safety, directions, presentations stay on time,etc. "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-- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Mon Bike Club" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to monbikeclub+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Mon Bike Club" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to monbikeclub+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

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September General Meeting: This Thursday!
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 06 Sep '17

06 Sep '17

Hello all! Hope you're staying warm and dry as we emerge from the Labor Day weekend. Please find our agenda and read-aheads for this Thursday attached. You'll also find *draft* minutes from our last meeting. For those of you who attended, please review these for their accuracy and suggest expansions where needed. Also: anyone know a good secretary you could send our way? Thanks to Harry for doing it twice in a row! -Drew -- *J.D. Gatlin* Transportation Engineering Research Assistant Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 653 Engineering Sciences Building West Virginia University, Dec. '17 Chair, *Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board* Co-Chair, *2017 West Virginia Bicycle Summit* Morgantown, WV 26505

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Bike Friendly University Survey
by Traci Knabenshue via Bikeboard 29 Aug '17

29 Aug '17

Hi Bike Board Friends, It's survey time! Please consider filling this out as part of the peer review process for WVU's application to become a Bike Friendly U. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BFU2017_CampusSurvey Thanks! Traci Traci Knabenshue Sustainability Director Facilities & Services 304.293.7916 http://sustainability.wvu.edu [LetsConserve_Wordmark-full-bluegoldfbook]

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A Right to the Road: Understanding & Addressing Bicyclist Safety | GHSA
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 25 Aug '17

25 Aug '17

http://www.ghsa.org/resources/bicyclist-safety2017 Looks promising for future state & federal action & funding... This publication analyzes national data to understand fatal bicyclist-motor vehicle crash characteristics, offering 30 actions steps to help State Highway Safety Offices and local communities assess and improve their current bicyclist safety programs. Chief among these recommendations are collecting better crash data, increasing training for law enforcement to understand laws designed to protect bicyclists, partnering with bicycling and community organizations to amplify safety messaging, and coupling infrastructure improvements with public education campaigns. Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

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Tonight's monthly social ride
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 11 Aug '17

11 Aug '17

Four cyclists: Ryan Simonton, Katie Luckini, Jack Barker and Frank Gmeindl made the monthly Social Ride tonight. Not a bad turnout considering we only posted the event on Facebook 2 days ago. We had a pleasant ride through 5 neighborhoods, 4 City parks and by 3 of our historic bars. The recent paving was nice but the hills are still there:) Barely any traffic and excellent weather right until the very end when a few raindrops began to fall. Mark your calendars and see you on the next Social Ride September 8, 6:00 pm at the Spruce St. Farmers Market pavilion! Frank

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Strategic Meeting Tonight with open(ish) Agenda, July Minutes Attached
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 03 Aug '17

03 Aug '17

Hello Board, Very excited to see you all tonight! Please find August Agenda and July's minutes attached (along with our open action items). Tonight's meeting will continue the recent trend of reflection, but in an explicit manner. We will end the meeting promptly at 8pm. We still need a secretary for tonight's meeting (as well as all future meetings..!). Best, Drew

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Fwd: After Action Meeting - Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at the Arts Center on High Street
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 24 Jul '17

24 Jul '17

Hello Bike Board, Can we get a representative to attend this meeting and convey what we discussed at our last meeting regarding bicycles in the Celebration of America parades? Thanks, Drew ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Jennifer Selin <jselin(a)hotmail.com> Date: Fri, Jul 21, 2017 at 1:07 PM Subject: Fwd: After Action Meeting - Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at the Arts Center on High Street To: "johngatlin(a)gmail.com" <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> Please forward to the bike board! Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 <(304)%20685-6569> Public Employees may disregard this message Begin forwarded message: *From:* "Carye L. Blaney" <cblaney(a)monongaliacountyclerk.com> *Date:* July 21, 2017 at 12:57:38 PM EDT *To:* <b.fooks(a)yahoo.com>, <karen.kelley.king(a)gmail.com>, < dsavage52(a)hotmail.com>, <srobinso(a)wvu.edu>, <ryanjoeboyd(a)gmail.com>, < pbunnerchung(a)hotmail.com>, <info(a)tannersalleyleather.com>, < barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com>, <adeprospero(a)hotmail.com>, < jwpyles(a)comcast.net>, <gmellie1118(a)gmail.com>, 'Barb Palumbo' < zdayisgood(a)yahoo.com>, 'Jenny Selin' <jselin(a)hotmail.com>, "Carye L. Blaney" <cblaney(a)monongaliacountyclerk.com>, d.r.ayersman < d.r.ayersman(a)hotmail.com>, Donnie Davis <gmaudie(a)frontiernet.net>, < loshdj(a)comcast.net> *Subject:* *After Action Meeting - Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at the Arts Center on High Street* Hello everyone! Congratulations for all your hard work on July 4, 2017. It was a success! This is a reminder for the after action meeting next Tuesday, July 25th at 6:00 p.m. at the Arts Center on High Street. We will have pizza delivered. Everyone needs to bring their own drink. Please also come prepared with your notes, suggestions and items that you feel will help make next year's event even better. Please respond and let me know if you plan on attending next Tuesday so we can plan for the pizza. Have a great weekend everyone! Carye *Carye L. Blaney County Clerk Office of the Monongalia County Clerk 243 High Street, Room 123 Morgantown, WV 26505 ** <http://www.monongaliacountyclerk.com/>www.monongaliacountyclerk.com <http://www.monongaliacountyclerk.com/>* * Office 304-291-7230 <(304)%20291-7230> Office Cell 304-290-1407 <(304)%20290-1407> Office Fax 304- 291-7233 <(304)%20291-7233>* *****************************IMPORTANT NOTICE**************************** THIS ELECTRONIC MAIL MAY CONTAIN INFORMATION THAT IS PRIVILEGED, CONFIDENTIAL, AND OR OTHERWISE PROTECTED FROM DISCLOSURE TO ANYONE OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED RECIPIENT(S), ANY DISSEMINATION OR USE OF THIS ELECTRONIC EMAIL OR ITS CONTENTS BY PERSONS OTHER THAN THE INTENDED RECIPIENT(S) IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED THIS MESSAGE IN ERROR, PLEASE NOTIFY ME IMMEDIATELY BY REPLY EMAIL SO THAT I MAY CORRECT MY INTERNAL RECORDS. PLEASE THEN DELETE THE ORIGINAL MESSAGE. THANK YOU. ************************************************************************************

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August 3 Bike Board meeting- favor
by Ella Belling via Bikeboard 24 Jul '17

24 Jul '17

Hi Drew and all Bike Board I have a favor to ask. MRTC is interviewing for an on-call engineer to handle Rec Trail Grants and other engineering needed projects. The interviews are scheduled on evening of Thursday, August 3. Our usual meeting spaces either will not work or are not available. Would Bike Board be willing to meet in the large Public Safety Building room and allow MRTC to use the smaller conference room? We would be meeting from 5-7:30PM. Feel free to call me or to say No. I understand one room is easier to set up for discussion. I will keep going down list of possible other locations. Ella Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782

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Fwd: Greenspace planning
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 21 Jul '17

21 Jul '17

I hope some folk from the BB can attend this planning meeting on Monday -Jonathan -------- Original Message -------- Hi All, Just a reminder that we're scheduled to meet this coming Monday, July 24th from 6 to 7ish in room 324 Brooks Hall, on WVU's downtown campus, off of Beechurst St. (link to Brooks Hall parking in Lot 8 is here [1]). The meeting will focus on developing a planning 'team' and a planning structure / approach / method, call it what you will. The structure will include the 'how' (meaning how we move forward), and a rough timeline. I have heard back from a few of you (thanks for that); others who are planning to attend please let me know. If you'd like to be on the planning team (recognizing that your participation will involve a meaningful but reasonable commitment of time and effort), let me know by email or phone call. I look forward to seeing you on Monday. Have a great weekend. Rick Rick Landenberger, Ph.D. West Virginia Land Trust WVU Dept. of Geology and Geography P.O. Box 6300 137 Brooks Hall Morgantown, WV 26506-6300 304-293-9468 (office) 304-692-6172 (cell) Links: ------ [1] https://www.google.com/maps/@39.6366876,-79.9567696,20.5z?hl=en

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WV Bike Summit - Morgantown late September
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 21 Jul '17

21 Jul '17

Friends -Traci, Drew and I are planning some educational ridesaround Morgantown on Sunday, Sept 24th for the WV Bike Summit thatwill be in town.As you're all planning September rides - Mon Bike Club, CR Cyclists or another individual or group - we're wondering if you would be interested in leading or helping lead one or both of the rides in bold below (to Mt Morris & to Masontown). We're hoping to highlight all the great, diverse rides available and the great cycling groups in our area. Please let me know. Thanks so much! Christiaan Sunday, September 24 12-3 pm Meet for Leisure Rides outside Marriott 1) Road:Ride to Mt. Morris, stop at Rising Creek, ride back; Ride leader: Country RoadsCyclists? 2) RailTrail: Ride towards Masontown; Ride leader: Country Roads Cyclists? 3) Mountain:Ride to and around White Park; Ride leader: COLIN & Christiaan? 3-4:30 pm Educational Bike Ride Tour- 6.89 Miles beginning and ending at Marriott - Stop 1) Dinsmore Building: Topic 1: Positive Spin by Nellis; Topic 2: Trail Connector Improvements by Damien or Alex - Stop 2) White Park via Callen Ave: Topic: Mountain Biking and BOPARC partnership, 2nd View of Trail Intersection by Colin Dierman - Stop 3) Mon County Sheriff OR Morgantown Police Station: Topic: Safety Town by Dan Shook or Officer from BTWD - Stop 4) Foundry St Underpass: Topic: Wayfinding Signage and South Middle Bike Club by Jessica H - Stop 5) Wamsley’s Bike Shop: Topic 1: Diversifying Revenue and Promoting Bike Culture by Colin Dierman Topic 2: Bike Parking Ordinance for new builds by John Whitmore - Stop 6) The State Rail Trail Entrance: Topic: Bike Parking Ordinance for new builds by John Whitmore if Seneca Village is not finished - Stop 7) Bike Locker at Wharf Street Garage: Topic: Quickly Point it Out by Ride Leader NOTE: Topic presenters will be stationary at each location withexception of Colin Dierman (White Park & the shop). Need 5-6 summit folksto ride with group to ensure safety, directions, presentations stay on time,etc. "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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July Meeting: Next Week! Also: Celebration of America Parade
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 02 Jul '17

02 Jul '17

Hello Board, Please see the agenda attached for our meeting next Thursday, July 6th. Please also help recruit the young folks in your life (or the young at heart!) for the July 4th Celebration of America Parade. You'll find the flyer and information attached for the bicycle decorating event we're hosting at 5pm that day. Happy holiday weekend, Drew

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June Minutes, July Doodle, Project Updates, Member Requests
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 22 Jun '17

22 Jun '17

Hello Board, Happy Birthday, West Virginia! Please see our attached minutes for the June meeting. Thank you kindly to Bridget for stepping in during the meeting to take notes and for drafting these minutes. Given the July 4th holiday, please complete the following doodle to indicate your availability for our July general meeting: https://doodle.com/ poll/65ht5ayy7eqfmdw3 Project Updates: The city is planning to paint temporary sharrows on various roads as part of the 2017 paving project. We've identified the following corridors as candidates: White Ave, Charles Ave, North Spruce, Allison, Stewart, Jones, Diamond, and Carnegie. Will keep you all updated on their potential implementation. I am requesting that the *Tour de Sharrow committee* restart discussions on the events we need to coordinate to support their installation. As part of the support process for these sharrows, we have formed a *research committee* to develop a methodology and plan for measuring their effects on cycling here in town. The research questions are not yet formed -- if you have an interest in serving on this committee or helping to steer it in any manner, please contact beth.rota(a)gmail.com. *Our first meeting for that committee is this Thursday, 7am, at Terra Cafe*. Finally, we're down to 10 voting members with *seven total vacancies*. We are looking specifically for representatives from South Park, Suncrest, Evansdale, Woodburn, North Hills / West Run, and South Hills/West Sabraton neighborhoods. We are also looking for K-12 / Youth and WVU Student representatives. Thanks! Drew

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Pgh Mayor envisions self-driving infrastructure
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 19 Jun '17

19 Jun '17

Pittsburgh Mayor, Bill Peduto envisioning the changes that self-driving cars will bring is acting immediately to reshape Pittsburgh infrastructure: * Eliminate much parking and repurpose parking facilities; * Redesign public rights of way that prioritize bicycles and pedestrian access. “Working together, and starting immediately, we can engineer this mobility revolution to designate future of cities and the best possible outcomes for all.” Please see attached article from Pittsburgh Post Gazette June 15. Frank

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POSTPONEMENTS: General Meeting Moved to 6/8, Willowdale Photo Opp Moved to Thursday @ 5pm
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 07 Jun '17

07 Jun '17

Hello Board! Changes small and large abound...! Due to a number of reasons both within and out of my / our control, I'm shifting a few imminent events. Please voice your concerns over these draconian measures at our next board meeting on June 8th. Same bat time, same bat place: 6:30-8:30pm in the conference room at the public safety building. Next change: our photo opp for Willowdale has been moved to *Thursday, 5pm*. Please spread the word! It would be great not to have just board members present. I'll make a Facebook post. The DP and WBOY will be notified. **Note that we will not meet *Wednesday (tomorrow) at 5pm* For the photo opp, we'll meet at the entrance to the parking lot at the intersection of Willow and Willowdale, in between Medical Center Dr. and Irwin Streets. Also, bike month is almost up -- have you been logging your miles in the National Bike Challenge? I'm currently sitting at #1 in Morgantown, and I know that can't be right... Finally, please find the *Draft* June agenda attached. Please send me any comments/suggestions/changes before this Thursday and I'll get the agenda out properly that evening. With my tail between my legs, Drew

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Re: [Bikeboard] June 5, 2017 Dominion Post Editorial Page 5-A
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 06 Jun '17

06 Jun '17

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n HURRAH! ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 6/5/2017 1:14:04 PM To: "Harry Grandon" harry.grandon(a)washingtonprime.com, "Marilyn Newcome" mjcycling(a)msn.com, "John Whitmore via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] June 5, 2017 Dominion Post Editorial Page 5-A Wow. Wow! 3 From: Bikeboard bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com on behalf of Harry Grandon via Bikeboard bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: Monday, June 5, 2017 10:23:58 AM To: Marilyn Newcome; John Whitmore via Bikeboard Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] June 5, 2017 Dominion Post Editorial Page 5-A Nice to see the Dominion Post publicize and support what we're doing. Thanks! HARRY GRANDON, CSM, CMD General Manager MORGANTOWN MALL 9500 Mall Road Morgantown, WV 26501 304.983.6200 harry.grandon(a)washingtonprime.com morgantownmall.com From: Bikeboard [bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com] On Behalf Of Marilyn Newcome via Bikeboard [bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com] Sent: Monday, June 05, 2017 10:21 AM To: John Whitmore via Bikeboard Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] June 5, 2017 Dominion Post Editorial Page 5-A Great article John. That was very educational. Thanks for sharing. Marilyn Sent from my LG Mobile ------ Original message------ From: John Whitmore via Bikeboard Date: Mon, Jun 5, 2017 10:02 AM To: Bicycle Board; Cc: Subject:[Bikeboard] June 5, 2017 Dominion Post Editorial Page 5-A Time We All Shared the Road; Printed on Monday, June 5, 2017; Page 5-A; Dominion Post. Editorial. 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 -- CONFIDENTIAL, PROTECTED AND NON-BINDING STATEMENT: This email and all other electronic communications from Washington Prime Group, or any of its affiliates and their respective representatives are for informational purposes only and contains information that may be confidential, be protected by the attorney-client or other applicable privileges or constitute non-public information. No such communication is intended by the sender to constitute an electronic signature, electronic record or any agreement by the sender to conduct a transaction by electronic means. The parties do not intend to be bound by this communication or any agreement until both agree to, sign and exchange signature pages to a formal written contract, and neither party may reasonably rely on any promises inconsistent with this paragraph. All pages included in this email are intended for the use of the party to whom it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this email is not the intended recipient, any use, dissemination, distribution or reproduction of this communication is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately by email reply and please delete this message from your computer and destroy any copies.

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News coverage for sharrows....
by Derek Springston via Bikeboard 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

http://www.dominionpost.com/Bike-Sharrows http://www.wvalways.com/story/35571363/morgantown-public-works-completes-bi… http://wajr.com/bike-arrows-remind-drivers-to-share-the-road/ -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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June 5, 2017 Dominion Post Editorial Page 5-A
by John Whitmore via Bikeboard 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

Time We All Shared the Road; Printed on Monday, June 5, 2017; Page 5-A; Dominion Post. Editorial. [cid:image002.png@01D2DDE2.523F8E50] 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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Fw: Bike to School 2016-17 summary
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 01 Jun '17

01 Jun '17

Friends -Wanted to let you all know what we did with the kids at Mountainview this year...a note summarizing the year that I sent the Principal is following...We're working to create an official Bike Club at Mountainview for the 2017-18 academic year, and welcome all help.Christiaan------------- Ms. Collins -Thank you again for all the support this year. Thanks to that support we had at least 15 days on which a student rode to school. Twenty four different children (13 boys, 11 girls) rode to school at least once, including 2 from K, 2 from 1st, 5 from 2nd, 4 from 3rd, 2 from 4th, and 9 from 5th grade! In total they logged ~750 miles and burned ~22,000 calories commuting by bike. No major injuries, and we just secured the help of the city to work with one property owner in the neighborhood across from the school to open up a space to ride on their side yard so that the children will not have to ride on Dorsey at all! A great year! Thanks so much. We truly appreciate your willingness to helpChristiaan "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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Sharrows now
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 28 May '17

28 May '17

I understand that the Morgantown Public Works Dept. is painting some Shared Lane Markings (sharrows) on Willowdale as I write this message. I am going to ride over there in about 30 minutes to see what’s happening. Frank

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Bill Austin speaks about the MPO
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 24 May '17

24 May '17

If you are interested in learning more about the Morgantown-Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO [1]), you can listen to Executive Director Bill Austin, who was invited to speak at the League of Women Voters Annual Meeting in Morgantown on May 20 at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqANANQDR90&feature=youtu.be&t=780 -Jonathan Links: ------ [1] http://www.plantogether.org/

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Free Webinar! Using Pop-Ups to Promote Safe Routes to School
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 22 May '17

22 May '17

Webinar about installing pop up demos (like what we are planning to do for sharrows) for Safe Routes to School. A new strategy to demonstrate the value of Safe Routes to School projects is "popping-up" in communities across the country. View this email in your browser [1] [2] Like us. [3] [4] @SafeRoutesNow [5] [6] Our Website [7] On Thursday, June 15, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Eastern, the Safe Routes to School National Partnership is hosting a FREE webinar: Where the Duct Tape Meets the Road: Using Pop-Ups to Promote Safe Routes to School June 15, 2017, 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/337170021393723650 [8] A new strategy to demonstrate the value of Safe Routes to School projects is "popping-up" in communities across the country. Pop-up Safe Routes to School projects are temporary installations that show the potential that traffic safety improvements projects like crosswalks, curb extensions, and roundabouts have to make it easier, safer, and more appealing for kids to walk and bike to school. This webinar will cover how pop-up projects can be used to advance Safe Routes to School, provide examples from communities that have used pop-up installations to make the case for Safe Routes to School, and discuss resources available to help you create a pop-up Safe Routes to School project in your own community. SPEAKERS: * Grace Kyun, Special Projects Director, Trailnet * Jeff Knowles, Planning Associate, Alta Planning + Design * Marisa Jones, Healthy Communities Manager, Safe Routes to School National Partnership TO REGISTER FOR THIS FREE WEBINAR, CLICK ON THIS LINK: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/337170021393723650 [9] Links: ------ [1] http://mailchi.mp/saferoutespartnership/free-webinar-using-pop-ups-to-promo… [2] http://saferoutespartnership.us3.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=88edfd25ae9… [3] http://saferoutespartnership.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=88edfd25ae92… [4] http://saferoutespartnership.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=88edfd25ae92… [5] http://saferoutespartnership.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=88edfd25ae92… [6] http://saferoutespartnership.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=88edfd25ae92… [7] http://saferoutespartnership.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=88edfd25ae92… [8] http://saferoutespartnership.us3.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=88edfd25ae9… [9] http://saferoutespartnership.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=88edfd25ae92…

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike To Work Day on Friday
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 18 May '17

18 May '17

Great! Thanks for the quick response.Christiaan Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Wed, May 17, 2017 at 1:15 PM, Carol Allen<callen(a)morgantownwv.gov> wrote: #yiv1496225863 #yiv1496225863 -- _filtered #yiv1496225863 {font-family:Helvetica;panose-1:2 11 6 4 2 2 2 2 2 4;} _filtered #yiv1496225863 {panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4;} _filtered #yiv1496225863 {font-family:Calibri;panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4;} _filtered #yiv1496225863 {panose-1:2 5 6 4 5 5 5 2 2 4;} _filtered #yiv1496225863 {font-family:Georgia;panose-1:2 4 5 2 5 4 5 2 3 3;}#yiv1496225863 #yiv1496225863 p.yiv1496225863MsoNormal, #yiv1496225863 li.yiv1496225863MsoNormal, #yiv1496225863 div.yiv1496225863MsoNormal {margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;font-size:12.0pt;}#yiv1496225863 a:link, #yiv1496225863 span.yiv1496225863MsoHyperlink {color:blue;text-decoration:underline;}#yiv1496225863 a:visited, #yiv1496225863 span.yiv1496225863MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:purple;text-decoration:underline;}#yiv1496225863 p.yiv1496225863msonormal0, #yiv1496225863 li.yiv1496225863msonormal0, #yiv1496225863 div.yiv1496225863msonormal0 {margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12.0pt;}#yiv1496225863 span.yiv1496225863EmailStyle18 {color:windowtext;}#yiv1496225863 span.yiv1496225863EmailStyle19 {color:windowtext;}#yiv1496225863 .yiv1496225863MsoChpDefault {font-size:10.0pt;} _filtered #yiv1496225863 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in;}#yiv1496225863 div.yiv1496225863WordSection1 {}#yiv1496225863 The berm of Mon Boulevard was swept yesterday (Tuesday, May 16), per our PW Director, Kenny Holloway. Councilor Selin made this request last week. Carol Allen City Manager’s Office From: Christiaan Abildso [mailto:cabildso@yahoo.com] Sent: Wednesday, May 17, 2017 11:24 AM To: Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com>; Carol Allen <callen(a)morgantownwv.gov> Cc: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike To Work Day on Friday Regrets, all, busy riding with the kids to school this Friday from 8-8:30; I'll swing by HR McQuain afterward on my way to work. I rode the boulevard the other day - a sweep is needed badly, please. Ride on! "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 From: Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> To: Carol Allen <callen(a)morgantownwv.gov> Cc: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Sent: Monday, May 15, 2017 2:00 PM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike To Work Day on Friday Carol, Thanks for reaching out! Glad y'all are chatting about Bike to Work Day. Schedule is loose right now: we'll be out there with coffee and snacks from 7:30-8:30. In the past, although there have at times been a sizable cohort, the majority of people who attend our event travel all across the city and only a handful travel up the boulevard. The gesture of police presence is flattering but I don't think necessary -- I cycled up the boulevard just a few days ago and the jersey barriers don't push cyclists out into the lane unless they're riding two or more abreast. If you all want to make that happen I can certainly set an exact timeframe, but for now we're loosely planning to leave around 8:20 / 8:30am. Sweeping the berm before and after the barrier would definitely be appreciated but again, not necessary. Mostly, I think we try to use this event to convince folks that they can ride whenever they want to, not just under special circumstances, you know? Some people ride the rail trail, some ride the boulevard -- usually depends on where their destination lies. Thanks again and let me know if you all need us to tighten up the schedule! Again, I don't think police presence is really necessary. -Drew On Mon, May 15, 2017 at 1:51 PM, Carol Allen <callen(a)morgantownwv.gov> wrote: Hey Drew, Paul asked that I reach out to you to see what type of schedule (if there is one) on Friday morning there will be for Bike to Work Day….particularly as it relates to riding up Mon Blvd. Reason being, we’ve been asked by Councilor Selin to sweep the berm before Friday. However, the State DOH is still working on cleaning up a rock spill and there is a section of the berm that is blocked off. Since this would push bicyclists out into the lane of traffic, Paul was wondering if it would be possible to just arrange for a couple police officers to help and close one lane temporarily. However, we’d need to know an exact time frame. It was then stated by someone else in the room that they thought the entire ride would take place on the rail trail and NOT along the boulevard. Can you help clarify this and what might be needed? Thank you! Carol Allen Executive Assistant City Managers Office City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike To Work Day on Friday
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 17 May '17

17 May '17

Thank you kindly Carol! On Wed, May 17, 2017 at 1:15 PM, Carol Allen <callen(a)morgantownwv.gov> wrote: > The berm of Mon Boulevard was swept yesterday (Tuesday, May 16), per our > PW Director, Kenny Holloway. > > Councilor Selin made this request last week. > > > > Carol Allen > > City Manager’s Office > > > > *From:* Christiaan Abildso [mailto:cabildso@yahoo.com] > *Sent:* Wednesday, May 17, 2017 11:24 AM > *To:* Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com>; Carol Allen < > callen(a)morgantownwv.gov> > *Cc:* Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> > > *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] Bike To Work Day on Friday > > > > Regrets, all, busy riding with the kids to school this Friday from 8-8:30; > I'll swing by HR McQuain afterward on my way to work. > > I rode the boulevard the other day - a sweep is needed badly, please. > > Ride on! > > > > "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 > > > ------------------------------ > > *From:* Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> > *To:* Carol Allen <callen(a)morgantownwv.gov> > *Cc:* Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> > *Sent:* Monday, May 15, 2017 2:00 PM > *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] Bike To Work Day on Friday > > > > Carol, > > > > Thanks for reaching out! Glad y'all are chatting about Bike to Work Day. > Schedule is loose right now: we'll be out there with coffee and snacks from > 7:30-8:30. > > > > In the past, although there have at times been a sizable cohort, the > majority of people who attend our event travel all across the city and only > a handful travel up the boulevard. The gesture of police presence is > flattering but I don't think necessary -- I cycled up the boulevard just a > few days ago and the jersey barriers don't push cyclists out into the lane > unless they're riding two or more abreast. If you all want to make that > happen I can certainly set an exact timeframe, but for now we're loosely > planning to leave around 8:20 / 8:30am. > > > > Sweeping the berm before and after the barrier would definitely be > appreciated but again, not necessary. Mostly, I think we try to use this > event to convince folks that they can ride whenever they want to, not just > under special circumstances, you know? > > > > Some people ride the rail trail, some ride the boulevard -- usually > depends on where their destination lies. > > > > Thanks again and let me know if you all need us to tighten up the > schedule! Again, I don't think police presence is really necessary. > > > > -Drew > > > > On Mon, May 15, 2017 at 1:51 PM, Carol Allen <callen(a)morgantownwv.gov> > wrote: > > Hey Drew, > > > > Paul asked that I reach out to you to see what type of schedule (if there > is one) on Friday morning there will be for Bike to Work Day….particularly > as it relates to riding up Mon Blvd. > > Reason being, we’ve been asked by Councilor Selin to sweep the berm before > Friday. However, the State DOH is still working on cleaning up a rock > spill and there is a section of the berm that is blocked off. Since this > would push bicyclists out into the lane of traffic, Paul was wondering if > it would be possible to just arrange for a couple police officers to help > and close one lane temporarily. However, we’d need to know an exact time > frame. > > > > It was then stated by someone else in the room that they thought the > entire ride would take place on the rail trail and NOT along the > boulevard. Can you help clarify this and what might be needed? > > > > Thank you! > > > > > > > > Carol Allen > > Executive Assistant > > City Managers Office > > City of Morgantown > > 389 Spruce Street > > Morgantown, WV 26505 > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com > http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Also, some mini-sharrows on Willowdale!
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 17 May '17

17 May '17

Attached pics. Looking forward to adult-sized versions :) "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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Fw: Bikers today
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 17 May '17

17 May '17

Friends -The Principal at Mountainview would like to add an official bike club there next year!!!I would like to ask for guidance on how to set up an effective one to teach riding skills, do some bike maintenance/repair, educate about safety, and let them have fun!!!Please contact me if interested (cabildso(a)yahoo.com)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 ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Karen Collins <kecollin(a)k12.wv.us> To: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> Sent: Friday, April 28, 2017 1:10 PM Subject: Re: Bikers today #yiv0913049541 #yiv0913049541 -- P {margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;}#yiv0913049541 I am happy to support the group. As I think about next year I would like to add a biking club to our list of Student Clubs. We are piloting student clubs this month and next, to work out the kinks and get everything off the ground so that we can hit the ground running at the beginning of next year. Our plan is meet once a month for an hour and half. Do you think that a bike club would be feasible for Mountainview?Thanks again for organizing the current bike club.Karen Karen E. CollinsPrincipal Mountainview Elementary 661 Greenbag Road304-291-9255

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike To Work Day on Friday
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 17 May '17

17 May '17

Carol, Thanks for reaching out! Glad y'all are chatting about Bike to Work Day. Schedule is loose right now: we'll be out there with coffee and snacks from 7:30-8:30. In the past, although there have at times been a sizable cohort, the majority of people who attend our event travel all across the city and only a handful travel up the boulevard. The gesture of police presence is flattering but I don't think necessary -- I cycled up the boulevard just a few days ago and the jersey barriers don't push cyclists out into the lane unless they're riding two or more abreast. If you all want to make that happen I can certainly set an exact timeframe, but for now we're loosely planning to leave around 8:20 / 8:30am. Sweeping the berm before and after the barrier would definitely be appreciated but again, not necessary. Mostly, I think we try to use this event to convince folks that they can ride whenever they want to, not just under special circumstances, you know? Some people ride the rail trail, some ride the boulevard -- usually depends on where their destination lies. Thanks again and let me know if you all need us to tighten up the schedule! Again, I don't think police presence is really necessary. -Drew On Mon, May 15, 2017 at 1:51 PM, Carol Allen <callen(a)morgantownwv.gov> wrote: > Hey Drew, > > > > Paul asked that I reach out to you to see what type of schedule (if there > is one) on Friday morning there will be for Bike to Work Day….particularly > as it relates to riding up Mon Blvd. > > Reason being, we’ve been asked by Councilor Selin to sweep the berm before > Friday. However, the State DOH is still working on cleaning up a rock > spill and there is a section of the berm that is blocked off. Since this > would push bicyclists out into the lane of traffic, Paul was wondering if > it would be possible to just arrange for a couple police officers to help > and close one lane temporarily. However, we’d need to know an exact time > frame. > > > > It was then stated by someone else in the room that they thought the > entire ride would take place on the rail trail and NOT along the > boulevard. Can you help clarify this and what might be needed? > > > > Thank you! > > > > > > > > Carol Allen > > Executive Assistant > > City Managers Office > > City of Morgantown > > 389 Spruce Street > > Morgantown, WV 26505 > > >

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May meeting minutes & mark your calendars for Bike Month events!
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 15 May '17

15 May '17

Hi all - it's National Bike Month! And the meeting minutes from the May meeting are attached. Please let me know if you have any additions or corrections. Mark your calendars and show up for these fun events: Friday, May 12 - casual ride Meet at 6pm at the Farmers Market pavilion on Spruce St, ride for about an hour around town. https://www.facebook.com/events/1191020174359183/ Friday, May 19 - Bike to Work Day Meet up at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park between 8-8:30am on 5/19 for coffee, treats and to high five other cyclists. https://www.facebook.com/events/621325634733605/ Know of other rides or events happening for Bike Month? Let us know! Cheers!

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Re: [Bikeboard] Morgantown Bike Board: Sticker Designs
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 11 May '17

11 May '17

Jennifer, I've heard positive review of this design from eight people on the board so far - let's roll with it. Can you get us pricing details? Thanks again! Drew _____________________________ From: Jennifer Johnson <jennifer(a)paragonwv.com<mailto:jennifer@paragonwv.com>> Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2017 8:02 AM Subject: Re: Fwd: Morgantown Bike Board: Sticker Designs To: Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com<mailto:johngatlin@gmail.com>> Cc: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com<mailto:bikeboard@bikemorgantown.com>> Good morning, Attached is a revised version reflecting your suggested changes. Please respond to this email with additional changes or feedback as needed. Thanks, Jennifer On 5/10/2017 4:08 PM, Drew Gatlin wrote: Jennifer, Thanks for tweaking and combining these designs! In general, some comments: I think we'd like to retain the order of the chevron, the image of the bicycle, and the "may use full lane" language. This more closely imitates the design of the signs and lane markings around town. See a mock up attached as "version7" (sorry for the poor image quality; the image trace didn't work too well on your PNG). Would you be able to move Option D and E to reflect this order and reply all to this email? Board -- what do you think about the five options as proposed and my variant? Option D, Option E, and Version7 are much closer to what we agreed on at our meeting, but I thought I'd share the others with you too. Also to the board: the only color available as a background for the reflective stickers is white. As a reminder, these stickers will be produced in two sizes as agreed upon at our meeting. The current proposed variants are 2" x 3", just under the size of a credit card, and will be printed on a retroreflective material. The same design will be produced on nonreflective material, probably around 3.5"x 5.25". Finally to the board, please comment on these designs before tomorrow morning. Thanks all! -Drew ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Begin forwarded message: From: Jennifer Johnson <jennifer(a)paragonwv.com<mailto:jennifer@paragonwv.com>> Date: May 10, 2017 at 09:42:05 GMT-4 To: Geordie Smith <geordie(a)paragonwv.com<mailto:geordie@paragonwv.com>> Subject: Re: Fwd: Morgantown Bike Board: Sticker Designs Good morning, Geordie forwarded me your ideas for the stickers. I kept the same esthetic of your drafts, but tweaked them a little bit. Please respond to this email with feedback as needed. Thanks, Jennifer Graphic Designer On 5/10/2017 8:37 AM, Geordie Smith wrote: -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: Morgantown Bike Board: Sticker Designs Date: Tue, 25 Apr 2017 16:21:57 -0400 From: Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com><mailto:johngatlin@gmail.com> To: geordie(a)paragonwv.com<mailto:geordie@paragonwv.com> Geordie, Heard Chip and you chatted today -- he told me to forward you some art to see if we couldn't get a few hundred stickers printed. FYI -- none of us are graphic designers and we are totally open to suggestions for changes! Attached are the two main designs we're considering in illustrator format as well as some alternates in a jpg. Let me know if you'd like anything in a different format or color encoding scheme. It would be nice to have one or both incorporate a retroreflective material. The shade of the background is unimportant as long as it's white-ish, and we aren't married to the exact colors we've selected for the gradient or heart. The 80's gradient sticker I'm sending you was originally sent to me as an actual smooth gradient. However, when I image-traced it, I chose not to use the high-fidelity function to match it. Again, we're not picky about it at this point. More or less, we'd like to keep the cost down to less than a dollar per sticker. Thanks! Drew ------------------- J.D. Gatlin Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board City of Morgantown, WV 26505 304-554-9450<tel:%28304%29%20554-9450> Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles www.bikemorgantown.com<http://www.bikemorgantown.com/> [cid:part7.B160A12F.7546C9E6@paragonwv.com]

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Fwd: Morgantown Bike Board: Sticker Designs
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 11 May '17

11 May '17

Jennifer, Thanks for tweaking and combining these designs! In general, some comments: I think we'd like to retain the order of the chevron, the image of the bicycle, and the "may use full lane" language. This more closely imitates the design of the signs and lane markings around town. See a mock up attached as "version7" (sorry for the poor image quality; the image trace didn't work too well on your PNG). Would you be able to move Option D and E to reflect this order and reply all to this email? Board -- what do you think about the five options as proposed and my variant? Option D, Option E, and Version7 are much closer to what we agreed on at our meeting, but I thought I'd share the others with you too. Also to the board: the only color available as a background for the reflective stickers is white. As a reminder, these stickers will be produced in two sizes as agreed upon at our meeting. The current proposed variants are 2" x 3", just under the size of a credit card, and will be printed on a retroreflective material. The same design will be produced on nonreflective material, probably around 3.5"x 5.25". Finally to the board, please comment on these designs before tomorrow morning. Thanks all! -Drew ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Begin forwarded message: *From:* Jennifer Johnson <jennifer(a)paragonwv.com> *Date:* May 10, 2017 at 09:42:05 GMT-4 *To:* Geordie Smith <geordie(a)paragonwv.com> *Subject:* *Re: Fwd: Morgantown Bike Board: Sticker Designs* Good morning, Geordie forwarded me your ideas for the stickers. I kept the same esthetic of your drafts, but tweaked them a little bit. Please respond to this email with feedback as needed. Thanks, Jennifer *Graphic Designer* On 5/10/2017 8:37 AM, Geordie Smith wrote: -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: Morgantown Bike Board: Sticker Designs Date: Tue, 25 Apr 2017 16:21:57 -0400 From: Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> To: geordie(a)paragonwv.com Geordie, Heard Chip and you chatted today -- he told me to forward you some art to see if we couldn't get a few hundred stickers printed. FYI -- none of us are graphic designers and we are totally open to suggestions for changes! Attached are the two main designs we're considering in illustrator format as well as some alternates in a jpg. Let me know if you'd like anything in a different format or color encoding scheme. It would be nice to have one or both incorporate a retroreflective material. The shade of the background is unimportant as long as it's white-ish, and we aren't married to the exact colors we've selected for the gradient or heart. The 80's gradient sticker I'm sending you was originally sent to me as an actual smooth gradient. However, when I image-traced it, I chose not to use the high-fidelity function to match it. Again, we're not picky about it at this point. More or less, we'd like to keep the cost down to less than a dollar per sticker. Thanks! Drew ------------------- J.D. Gatlin Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board City of Morgantown, WV 26505 304-554-9450 <%28304%29%20554-9450> *Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles* www.bikemorgantown.com

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Bike Month Proclamation
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 10 May '17

10 May '17

I you want to see and hear Mayor Shamberger reading the Morgantown Bike Month proclamation and Drew’s info-packed acceptance, click on this link: http://morgantown.granicus.com/MediaPlayer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=923 <http://morgantown.granicus.com/MediaPlayer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=923> . Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Morgantown Bike Board: Sticker Designs
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 10 May '17

10 May '17

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n like version 7 the best ---- Original Message ---- From: "Marilyn Newcome via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 5/10/2017 4:15:27 PM To: "Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Morgantown Bike Board: Sticker Designs Drew, I luve version 7 the best. Great work! Marilyn Sent from my LG Mobile ------ Original message------ From: Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard Date: Wed, May 10, 2017 4:08 PM To: jennifer@paragonwv.com;geordie@paragonwv.com; Cc: Bicycle Board; Subject:[Bikeboard] Fwd: Morgantown Bike Board: Sticker Designs Jennifer, Thanks for tweaking and combining these designs! In general, some comments: I think we'd like to retain the order of the chevron, the image of the bicycle, and the "may use full lane" language. This more closely imitates the design of the signs and lane markings around town. See a mock up attached as "version7" (sorry for the poor image quality; the image trace didn't work too well on your PNG). Would you be able to move Option D and E to reflect this order and reply all to this email? Board -- what do you think about the five options as proposed and my variant? Option D, Option E, and Version7 are much closer to what we agreed on at our meeting, but I thought I'd share the others with you too. Also to the board: the only color available as a background for the reflective stickers is white. As a reminder, these stickers will be produced in two sizes as agreed upon at our meeting. The current proposed variants are 2" x 3", just under the size of a credit card, and will be printed on a retroreflective material. The same design will be produced on nonreflective material, probably around 3.5"x 5.25". Finally to the board, please comment on these designs before tomorrow morning. Thanks all! -Drew ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Begin forwarded message: From: Jennifer Johnson jennifer(a)paragonwv.com Date: May 10, 2017 at 09:42:05 GMT-4 To: Geordie Smith geordie(a)paragonwv.com Subject: Re: Fwd: Morgantown Bike Board: Sticker Designs Good morning, Geordie forwarded me your ideas for the stickers. I kept the same esthetic of your drafts, but tweaked them a little bit. Please respond to this email with feedback as needed. Thanks, Jennifer Graphic Designer On 5/10/2017 8:37 AM, Geordie Smith wrote: -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: Morgantown Bike Board: Sticker Designs Date: Tue, 25 Apr 2017 16:21:57 -0400 From: Drew Gatlin johngatlin(a)gmail.com To: geordie(a)paragonwv.com Geordie, Heard Chip and you chatted today -- he told me to forward you some art to see if we couldn't get a few hundred stickers printed. FYI -- none of us are graphic designers and we are totally open to suggestions for changes! Attached are the two main designs we're considering in illustrator format as well as some alternates in a jpg. Let me know if you'd like anything in a different format or color encoding scheme. It would be nice to have one or both incorporate a retroreflective material. The shade of the background is unimportant as long as it's white-ish, and we aren't married to the exact colors we've selected for the gradient or heart. The 80's gradient sticker I'm sending you was originally sent to me as an actual smooth gradient. However, when I image-traced it, I chose not to use the high-fidelity function to match it. Again, we're not picky about it at this point. More or less, we'd like to keep the cost down to less than a dollar per sticker. Thanks! Drew ------------------- J.D. Gatlin Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board City of Morgantown, WV 26505 304-554-9450 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles www.bikemorgantown.com

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Family Adventure Day - Kingwood - May 20
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 09 May '17

09 May '17

Hi all, Just wanted to follow up on this event in Preston county coming up in a couple weeks. They are looking for someone to run some kind of bike-related event. More details: "We were hoping to get someone on site to help us do a bike activity related to safe riding. We'd love to be able to give away a couple of bike helmets or some other safety item like a headlamp. Do you think anyone would be able to to come to our event?" If anyone is interested and available, here is more information about the event: The Preston Prevention Partnership, the Preston County Family Resource Network and After School Explorers will be hosting *FAMILY ADVENTURE DAY* on Saturday May 20th from 10-2pm at the Craig Civic Center on Tunnelton Street, Kingwood WV 26537 (Preston County) The *FAMILY ADVENTURE DAY* is replacing the Family Life Expo. We are changing it up to offer families information and interactive activities that families can learn and do together. *If I don't hear anything from anybody by the end of the week (5/12), I'll tell Kim we don't have anybody free that day.* Thanks! Christina

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North Mon Blvd
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 04 May '17

04 May '17

Jing, At tonight’s Bicycle Board meeting, I agreed to send you the letter that the Bicycle Board sent to the MPO recommending bicycling accommodations for the redesign of Monongahela Blvd. between Patteson Drive and the Star City bridge. The letter is attached. Within a few weeks of sending this letter, Bryan Radabaugh, then WVDOH District 4 engineer telephoned me and told me that the WVDOH redesign would incorporate the recommendations described in the attached letter. (I know that a telephone call does not seem to be very official but that seems to be the way WVDOH works. In a similar case when the new I-79 interchange was added to the STIP, Perry Keller of WVDOH telephoned me to tell me that bicycle accommodations would be included in that project and now we have them.) I hope this message and the attached letter will be useful in your discussions with Fouad about the implementation of the north end of Mon Blvd. improvement. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Fwd: Wraps for 2 Bike Lockers
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 04 May '17

04 May '17

Board, Please review the graphic below and the quote -- we will approve or change this tonight in the meeting. Do you all want "BikeMorgantown" listed on the sticker? Does it matter? Should we have a place for "current pricing" where we can add and remove stickers? Thanks, Drew ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Dylana Kutek <dylana(a)thestickco.com> Date: Tue, May 2, 2017 at 3:23 PM Subject: Re: Wraps for 2 Bike Lockers To: Alex Stockdale <astockdale(a)morgantownwv.gov> Cc: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov>, Drew Gatlin < johngatlin(a)gmail.com> Hi, Alex! Attached is pricing for the bike rack ad. I do want to note that this is based off you supplying the artwork, if that needs updated for us to supply that just let me know! > (2) 26" x 62.5" bike locker decals @ $26.08/ea: $56.12 > (1.5) hrs installation @ $50.00/hr: $75.00 > (0.5) hrs file setup @ $95.00/hr: $47.50 *Total: $178.62 not including tax* On Fri, Apr 28, 2017 at 10:19 AM Alex Stockdale <astockdale(a)morgantownwv.gov> wrote: > Hello, > > > I would like to request a quote for a wrap for two Bike Lockers. I have > attached two pictures with the details. Let me know if you have any > questions. Thank you. > > > Alex Stockdale, EIT > > Assistant City Engineer > > *City of Morgantown* > > *389 Spruce Street* > > *Morgantown, WV 26505* > > *Office: (304)284-7412 <(304)%20284-7412>* > > astockdale(a)morgantownwv.gov > > > > -- Thanks, Dylana Kutek Account Coordinator Office: 304-413-0100 <(304)%20413-0100> Cell: 724-984-7569 <(724)%20984-7569>

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Re: [Bikeboard] Stickers! Bike Month! Updates!
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 04 May '17

04 May '17

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nI agree. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 4/27/2017 3:57:03 PM To: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Stickers! Bike Month! Updates! Board, Hope you're doing well and enjoying this summer-like weather at the end of April. Check out the attached designs for the latest in our sticker variants. We've been given the green light to spend up to $500 on a run of one or both of these designs as well as any other educational or promotional materials we'd like to produce for Bike Month. I made a mistake in sending the Bike Month proclamation a bit late, so we'll see if it's included in Tuesday's City Council meeting or not, but you can find that attached too. Other great news: the city is proceeding with plans to install an example / experimental sharrow corridor ASAP! May might be pushing it, but I'm told definitely by June. Wahoo! As you'll recall from April's minutes, we're planning on a couple rides in May -- and the minutes stated that we're planning on Bike to Work Day (BTWD) on May 12th in conjunction with the first casual ride that our casual ride committee has planned. I haven't heard of anyone outside the board promoting that date yet (nor of anyone recruiting sponsors or whatnot for that date), and I've spoken with a few people who think that the 12th might be just a *wee* bit too hectic with graduation. Given that, and given that the rest of the country has chosen May 19th as BTWD, I'm suggesting that we scrap our BTWD plans for the 12th (not the casual ride, just the BTWD stuff) and reschedule them for the 19th. Please voice your objections, concerns, or questions about the above if you have any, as well as send me agenda items you'd like included for next meeting. I'm shooting to have the agenda out tonight, but it will probably be tomorrow. Huzzah bikes! -Drew -------------- J.D. Gatlin Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board City of Morgantown, WV 26505 304-554-9450 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles www.bikemorgantown.com

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May Meeting: Agenda Attached. Also please RSVP if you can attend City Council on Tuesday at 7pm
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 30 Apr '17

30 Apr '17

Hello Board! As the subject says, please indicate your ability to attend this Tuesday's council meeting at 7:00pm. I hear they might proclaim this month as 2017 Bike Month! Fill out this doodle: http://doodle.com/poll/gga95tyzf6k6rvry Try to do that before 1pm tomorrow (Monday) if you can. I'll be in touch tomorrow afternoon with confirmation whether the proclamation will actually be read on Tuesday. Agenda's attached. Always loads to talk about, but this month we're scheduled to end around 8:10pm. I attended the ribbon cutting of the Falling Run trails today -- ten thousand thanks to Vaike Hass and crew for realizing that project. If you haven't walked the trails yet, you're missing out! -Drew

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Bike to School has re-begun
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 29 Apr '17

29 Apr '17

We started riding to Mountainview ES again yesterday, had 6; had 13 today including 2 new riders from the top of South Park and all grades 1-5.Fun times! "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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Saturday 3:30pm - Falling Run Greenspace Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 28 Apr '17

28 Apr '17

I am looking forward to checking out this new connector! The trailhead is at the end of Outlook St that turns off from College Ave. College Ave. is the road with lots of potholes (when you get away from campus) that begins in the area between Ming Hseih Hall and the Mountainlair. FB event page [1]. >From Mountaineer News: The Falling Run Greenspace is an accessible, vibrant urban oasis with the potential to become a central park for the heart of Morgantown forging a connection between WVU's Organic Farm and Main Campus. WVU's Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Falling Run Greenspace will take place on Saturday (April 29) at 3:30 p.m. at the end of Outlook Street. Narvel Weese, Vice President for Administration and Finance, and Blake Humphrey, Student Body President, will give their remarks about the project. The alternate Mountaineer, Trevor Kiess, will also be in attendance. Refreshments will be available. Parking will be available at the Mountainlair. Follow signs to site. The rain date will be Sunday (April 30) at 3:30 p.m. Follow us on social media for any updates regarding the event. We hope to see you out on the trails. -Jonathan Links: ------ [1] https://www.facebook.com/events/269532320161534/

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Stickers! Bike Month! Updates!
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 27 Apr '17

27 Apr '17

Board, Hope you're doing well and enjoying this summer-like weather at the end of April. Check out the attached designs for the latest in our sticker variants. We've been given the green light to spend up to $500 on a run of one or both of these designs as well as any other educational or promotional materials we'd like to produce for Bike Month. I made a mistake in sending the Bike Month proclamation a bit late, so we'll see if it's included in Tuesday's City Council meeting or not, but you can find that attached too. Other great news: the city is proceeding with plans to install an example / experimental sharrow corridor ASAP! May might be pushing it, but I'm told definitely by June. Wahoo! As you'll recall from April's minutes, we're planning on a couple rides in May -- and the minutes stated that we're planning on Bike to Work Day (BTWD) on May 12th in conjunction with the first casual ride that our casual ride committee has planned. I haven't heard of anyone outside the board promoting that date yet (nor of anyone recruiting sponsors or whatnot for that date), and I've spoken with a few people who think that the 12th might be just a *wee* bit too hectic with graduation. Given that, and given that the rest of the country has chosen May 19th as BTWD, I'm suggesting that we scrap our BTWD plans for the 12th (not the casual ride, just the BTWD stuff) and reschedule them for the 19th. Please voice your objections, concerns, or questions about the above if you have any, as well as send me agenda items you'd like included for next meeting. I'm shooting to have the agenda out tonight, but it will probably be tomorrow. Huzzah bikes! -Drew -------------- J.D. Gatlin Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board City of Morgantown, WV 26505 304-554-9450 <(304)%20554-9450> *Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles* www.bikemorgantown.com

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Fwd: WVDOH University Avenue / Collins Ferry Road Meeting Tomorrow 4-7PM Suncrest Middle
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 24 Apr '17

24 Apr '17

John, Thanks for sending this my way -- I'd had the meeting on my calendar but did not spend the time to review the materials. Bike Board, You might be aware of the WVDOH open house tomorrow regarding the intersection at Collins Ferry & University in Suncrest. This will be an informational workshop <http://www.transportation.wv.gov/communications/PressRelease/Pages/Informat…> that is styled as an open house without a formal presentation. It's an opportunity to ask questions and provide written comments on these types of projects. If you can, please attend! Review the alternatives and ask the engineers/representatives how these alternatives accommodate complete streets ideals. Maybe I'll see you there! -Drew On Mon, Apr 24, 2017 at 10:58 AM, John Whitmore <jwhitmore(a)morgantownwv.gov> wrote: > > > Alternative #5 appears to be the favored approach (per DOH statement in > the newspaper) > > http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/engineering/comment/ > UniversityAvenueProject/Project_Alternatives/Alternatives.pdf > > > > *John Whitmore, AICP* > > Planner III > > > > [image: City of Morgantown, WV official website] > > > > City of Morgantown, West Virginia > > 389 Spruce Street > > Morgantown, WV 26505 > > E: jwhitmore(a)morgantownwv.gov > > P: 304-284-7431 <(304)%20284-7431> > > www.morgantownwv.gov > > >

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April Meeting Minutes
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 18 Apr '17

18 Apr '17

Hi all, Happy Tax Day! Sorry for the long delay in getting the minutes out to you. Please find minutes and more information from one of the ripe banana issues attached. If you missed the meeting, we have a new member! Her name is Beth, and she comes to us with lots of cycling experience and savvy. We are excited to have her! To see sharrow sticker ideas: https://chat.bikelover.org/channel/sharrow_sticker_ideas <https://chat.bikelover.org/channel/sharrow_sticker_ideas> Mark Your Calendars! -Tuesday, April 25: Morgantown City Council elections <http://www.morgantownwv.gov/2015-election-materials/> -Saturday, April 29: Falling Run Greenspace ribbon cutting event <https://www.facebook.com/events/269532320161534/> -Thursday, May 4: next Bike Board meeting <https://www.facebook.com/events/124010824791750/> -Saturday, May 6 & Sunday, May 7: Appalachian Spring Spectacular ride <https://www.facebook.com/pg/CRCyclists/events/?ref=page_internal> In case you miss it in the fine print of the minutes, I'm moving shortly after our May meeting :( The Board will need a new secretary. If you're interested, please let me and/or Drew know. I can be reached at this email or at 304-282-4441. As always, please let me know if you have changes, corrections or additions to the minutes. Thank you!

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Casual Ride Series
by Brian Ricketts via Bikeboard 17 Apr '17

17 Apr '17

Hello all, I have shared Casual Ride Series Proposal google document with all of you. You will just need to click the link in the email that was just sent. Please comment with ideas, changes etc. on the document. If you have trouble using the google document, please just respond to this email thread. (see attached below) We will be taking comments until Friday April 28th. Our first planned ride is Friday May 12. This will double as the bike to work day in the morning for bike month and casual ride in the evening at 6pm. Thank you Brian Ricketts 1st Ward Morgantown Bike Board

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2017 Casual Rides Proposal - Invitation to comment
by Brian Ricketts (via Google Docs) via Bikeboard 16 Apr '17

16 Apr '17

I've shared an item with you: 2017 Casual Rides Proposal https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_hce4VsB-K0PbqaW0kZ7XGhNmDYMe7aXlSAZX6P… It's not an attachment -- it's stored online. To open this item, just click the link above.

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Meeting April 6th: Bike Month Planning - You've Got Homework. Agenda & Read-Aheads Attached
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 31 Mar '17

31 Mar '17

Howdy Board, Your homework, even if you're not able to attend the meeting: Reach out to your cycling friends in other cities, or just ruminate on what you'd like to see / do here for Bike Month 2017. We haven't allocated the $5K in escrow yet, so feel free to dream big. We also have some leftover grant funds we may be able to use. Perhaps we can put together event kits for groups around town to host bike events on their own? At businesses and at schools, for example? Some inspiration from the league: http://bikeleague.org/bikemonth Conversely, our Pittsburgh neighbors don't appear to place as much emphasis on Bike Month as some parts of the country. Maybe a different time of year for a larger series of events would work better for us too? Also: if there was one road that we could paint with sharrows first, months before the installation of the whole project -- and you were limited to choosing a city road -- which would you choose to paint? This theoretical installation would serve as a motivator for all stakeholders involved. Hope you've been enjoying this early spring on two wheels! Drew

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Fwd: Family Adventure Day May 20
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 28 Mar '17

28 Mar '17

Anybody from the Bike Board interested in helping with a bicycle safety or a bike rodeo on May 20 at Kingwood, WV? -Jonathan -------- Original Message -------- SUBJECT: Family Adventure Day May 20 DATE: 2017-03-28 13:21 FROM: Kim Liston <kliston(a)prestonmemorial.org> Good afternoon, The Preston Prevention Partnership, the Preston County Family Resource Network and After School Explorers will be hosting FAMILY ADVENTURE DAY on Saturday May 20th from 10-2pm at the Craig Civic Center on Tunnelton Street, Kingwood WV 26537 (Preston County) The FAMILY ADVENTURE DAY is replacing the Family Life Expo. We are changing it up to offer families information and interactive activities that families can learn and do together. We are specifically looking for someone to help us with bicycle safety or a bike rodeo. Do you have anyone who may be able to help us with this? We appreciate your consideration Thanks, Kim Kim Liston, MSW, LGSW Community Programs Coordinator Preston Memorial Hospital | 150 Memorial Drive | Kingwood, WV 26537 P:304-329-1400 x1515 | F:304-329-1378 | www.prestonmemorial.org [1] Links: ------ [1] http://www.prestonmemorial.org/

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Amended March minutes
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 07 Mar '17

07 Mar '17

Hi all, I received some suggested changes for the March meeting minutes in sections 6 and 7. Please take a look and let me know if you have any other suggestions. Thank you!

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March Meeting Minutes Madness and More!
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 05 Mar '17

05 Mar '17

Hi all, March meeting minutes are attached. Please take a look and let me know if you have any changes or corrections. Harry recently shared some ideas for sharrows stickers in a jpg form. These are the same images we circulated before, but in a more edit-able format for anyone who is feeling creative. I put these images, a picture of an actual sharrow on a road, and the inspiration for the sharrows sticker idea on our rocketchat platform. If you haven't yet, sign up and take a look! https://chat.bikelover.org/channel/sharrow_sticker_ideas <https://chat.bikelover.org/channel/sharrow_sticker_ideas> We had a visit from Dan Shook, Director of the Safe Communities America Initiative, at the meeting. To find out more about the work he's doing around community safety, visit the website here: http://www.safemorgantownwvu.org/ <http://www.safemorgantownwvu.org/> Don't forget, you can find (and add) bike racks around Morgantown through our local RackSpotter platform: https://www.rackspotter.com/greater-morgantown <https://www.rackspotter.com/greater-morgantown> Please let me know if I missed anything! Best, Christina

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BB Procedural Guidelines update
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 02 Mar '17

02 Mar '17

At tonight’s BB meeting, during the topic Plan Ask, I read the attached statement which Drew asked me to distribute to the Board so here it is. Frank

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Fwd: FW: Sharrows
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 01 Mar '17

01 Mar '17

Hi all - see attached for sharrow artwork from Harry and his designer connection :) These are in jpg form, if anyone wants to play around with editing. See you tomorrow!

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New WV DEP Secretary is an avid bicyclist
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 27 Feb '17

27 Feb '17

I was filming footing of the new WV DEP Secretary, Austin Caperton, this evening. In his introduction, he explained that one of his virtues is that he is an outdoors person, and he is an avid bicyclist. -Jonathan

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March Meeting, This Thursday: Agenda Attached
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 27 Feb '17

27 Feb '17

Hello Board, Please excuse the late agenda. You'll find it attached as well as our relevant read-ahead. If you have time over the next couple days, please read through the (one page) list and description of volunteer roles. Many thanks to Christina for your initial drafting of this list last month. Hope you've been enjoying this uber bike-able weather! Best, Drew

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February Meeting Minutes
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 13 Feb '17

13 Feb '17

Hello everyone, February meeting minutes are attached. Please take a look and let me know if you see anything that needs to be corrected or clarified. Here are a few reminders from our meeting: *Bike Board Chat* Jonathan Rosenbaum set up a new communication platform for Bike Board use! Check it out at chat.bikelover.org and leave a message! *Rackspotter* Rackspotter is a way to log bike racks around town, and we now have the capability to have this open directly to Morgantown. Check it out here: https://www.rackspotter.com/greater-morgantown <https://www.rackspotter.com/greater-morgantown> *Country Roads Cyclists / Appalachian Spring Spectacular Ride* Country Roads Cyclists is looking for planning help for the annual Appalachian Spring Spectacular Ride (May 6-7). For more information check them out here: http://www.crcyclists.org/ Thanks, Christina

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Rackspotter Local Version of Greater Morgantown now available
by Jonathan Rosenbaum via Bikeboard 06 Feb '17

06 Feb '17

The local version of Greater Morgantown at RackSpotter is now available at https://www.rackspotter.com/greater-morganto [1]wn [1] . Alert: Activity is happening @ https://chat.bikelover.org . -Jonathan Links: ------ [1] https://www.rackspotter.com/greater-morgantown

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Meeting to verify the BMUFL sign/sharrow GIS data
by Jing Zhang via Bikeboard 05 Feb '17

05 Feb '17

Hi, Bicycle Board Members As discussed in the board meeting last night, Frank and I will meet to verify the GIS date for the locations of proposed BMUFL signs and sharrows that will be installed on numerous streets in the Morgantown area. Here is the link to the doodle poll of the meeting. Please take the poll before next Tuesday. <http://doodle.com/poll/ttycns9x746a6b3q> http://doodle.com/poll/ttycns9x746a6b3q It will be a 90 minutes meeting on Feb 8th, Wednesday in the MPO office (Room 110, the Courthouse on High St). Depending on the doodle poll, it will start at 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm, or 3:00 pm. Please be aware that the meeting will cancelled unless there is at least one board member, besides Frank and me, is willing to join the meeting. If you have any question, please let me know. Thank you! Jing Jing Zhang, AICP, PTP, LEED AP ND LCI #4855 Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 243 High Street Courthouse Rm. 110 Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Re: [Bikeboard] Minimum Bicycle Climbing Lane Width
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 03 Feb '17

03 Feb '17

Frank, Thanks for the quick feedback and added insight. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Sent: 2/3/2017 8:41:09 AM To: "Drew Gatlin" <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> Cc: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: [Bikeboard] Minimum Bicycle Climbing Lane Width On Jones Av. from Stewart St. to Overhill St., a bicycle climbing lane should be at least 4-feet wide. At last night’s BB meeting, in response to a question from Jenny Selin about 3-foot bicycle climbing lane width, I said that was absolute minimum. I was wrong. I should have said 4-feet. And, on the steep lower end of Jones Av., a minimum of 5-feet is recommended. According to the 2012 AASHTO "Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities" pages 4-15 through 4-17, 4-feet is the minimum recommended bicycle lane width, 5-feet is the preferred bike lane width. “On extremely constrained, low-speed roadways with curbs but no gutter, where the preferred (5-feet) bike lane width cannot be achieved despite narrowing all other travel lanes to their minimum widths, a 4-feet wide bike lane can be used. Under most circumstances, the recommended width for bike lanes is 5-feet. Wider bicycle lanes may be desirable under the following conditions …” On Jones Av. from Stewart St. to Overhill St., a 4-feet wide lane probably would also be inadequate because cyclists tend to weave on such steep slopes and will have difficulty staying within the lane. Keep in mind that bicycle infrastructure must accommodate more than young, strong, agile, fearless and experienced bicyclists. The AASHTO (American Association of State Highway and Traffic Officials) "Guide to the Development of Bicycle Facilities" is the standard throughout the nation. Frank _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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February General Meeting: Next Week!
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 03 Feb '17

03 Feb '17

Hello Board, Please find the draft agenda for next week's meeting attached. Send any comments, concerns, questions, or suggestions my way before the end of the business day tomorrow (Friday!), and I'll send out the finalized agenda only a day late. ;o) Best, Drew

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BFC parking inspiration
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 28 Jan '17

28 Jan '17

I took the attached picture today in Pittsburgh’s Strip District on 21st St. between Liberty and Penn Avenues. I think it’s cool that they have a kiosk for paying for car parking and an inverted-U bicycle rack at each location that you’d expect a parking meter:) Now there’s a Bronze level Bicycle Friendly Community! And, yes, that’s a share bike station on the next block. Frank

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BFC Report Card
by John Whitmore via Bikeboard 27 Jan '17

27 Jan '17

I apparently did not send this out to the full group. Sorry about that! Anyway, Krista has completed the attached press release with information related to the award and current programming and projects. We could include a reference to the 2012 award, the links to the Feedback Report, Feedback Report Guide, and the Public Survey Results and the website links for additional plans. Feedback Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4qePqCkzyhaVlFyMHd3cUpPOTA/view Feedback Report Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4qePqCkzyhabFl5aFI1QjRJNE0/view Public Survey Results: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4qePqCkzyhaaGlHRU1ITlE5T2c/view Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan: http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/2012-Greater-Morgantown-Bicy… Morgantown Monongalia MPO Bicycle Plan: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8UM6dsVoQTIZ3JEX2oyOUoyVjg/view Would that information be sufficient, or should different information be presented to the public? Krista will be able to upload this onto the City's social media, and the Bike Board can link off of that information. Thanks! John 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<http://www.morgantownwv.gov>

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BFC Report Card
by John Whitmore via Bikeboard 26 Jan '17

26 Jan '17

I apparently did not send this out to the full group. Sorry about that! Anyway, Krista has completed the attached press release with information related to the award and current programming and projects. We could include a reference to the 2012 award, the links to the Feedback Report, Feedback Report Guide, and the Public Survey Results and the website links for additional plans. Feedback Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4qePqCkzyhaVlFyMHd3cUpPOTA/view Feedback Report Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4qePqCkzyhabFl5aFI1QjRJNE0/view Public Survey Results: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4qePqCkzyhaaGlHRU1ITlE5T2c/view Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan: http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/2012-Greater-Morgantown-Bicy… Morgantown Monongalia MPO Bicycle Plan: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8UM6dsVoQTIZ3JEX2oyOUoyVjg/view Would that information be sufficient, or should different information be presented to the public? Krista will be able to upload this onto the City's social media, and the Bike Board can link off of that information. Thanks! John 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<http://www.morgantownwv.gov>

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Your Bicycle Friendly Community Feedback Report!
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 24 Jan '17

24 Jan '17

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n I agree with Frank, especially indicating progress status of items on the plan. The general public doesn't realize the work being done behind the scenes and the near tipping point of some significant projects. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "J.D. Gatlin via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 1/23/2017 10:26:03 PM To: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Your Bicycle Friendly Community Feedback Report! Board, Please see the League's detailed report on and survey responses to our 2016 BFC application in the email below. What do you all think about publicly releasing this report? If you are in favor, how would you recommend we do so? 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} }@media only screen and (max-width: 480px){ #templatePreheader .mcnTextContent,#templatePreheader .mcnTextContent p{ font-size:14px !important; line-height:150% !important; } }@media only screen and (max-width: 480px){ #templateHeader .mcnTextContent,#templateHeader .mcnTextContent p{ font-size:16px !important; line-height:150% !important; } }@media only screen and (max-width: 480px){ #templateBody .mcnTextContent,#templateBody .mcnTextContent p{ font-size:16px !important; line-height:150% !important; } }@media only screen and (max-width: 480px){ #templateFooter .mcnTextContent,#templateFooter .mcnTextContent p{ font-size:14px !important; line-height:150% !important; } } Your Bicycle Friendly Community Feedback Report! Good afternoon, Thank you for taking part in the Bicycle Friendly Community process. We hope that the process helped your community evaluate how you encourage people to bike for transportation and recreation through the five Es: Engineering, Education, Encouragement, Enforcement, and Evaluation. As your work to improve conditions for people who bike, we hope that the following linked documents help you move forward: Your Feedback Report The Bicycle Friendly Community Feedback Report is intended to give guidance on how your community can improve within the Bicycle Friendly Community program. It provides feedback relevant to each category and sub-category of the application. Guide to the Feedback Report This guide is intended to answer questions about the Feedback Report and provide explanations of how to use the Feedback Report. Public Survey Results for your community This includes public survey results for your community, the results from all communities that applied for BFC recognition, and comparable results from the 2012 NHTSA Attitudes and Behavior Survey. Please share these documents with your top elected officials, relevant committees and departments, key community stakeholders and bicycle groups, and the public. Your Bronze award will be recognized for four years, so your designation will be up for renewal in 2020. At that point to continue your recognition or move to a higher award level your community will need to re-apply. We urge you to make as many improvements as possible before your next application and please contact us if you have any questions or would like assistance. Once again, congratulations on your Bicycle Friendly Community award. Best, Ken KEN MCLEOD, State Local Policy Manager KEN(a)BIKELEAGUE.ORG | 202-621-5447 THE LEAGUE OF AMERICAN BICYCLISTS WWW.BIKELEAGUE.ORG/BIKELAWS The 2017 National Bike Summit is March 6-9! Register NOW! --> Share Tweet Forward The 2017 National Bike Summit is March 6-9! Register NOW! --> Copyright (c) 2017 League of American Bicyclists, All rights reserved. Thanks for supporting the League of American Bicyclists' mission to create a Bicycle Friendly America for everyone. Our mailing address is: League of American Bicyclists 1612 K Street NW Suite 1102 Washington, DC 20006 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list

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Fwd: Your Bicycle Friendly Community Feedback Report!
by J.D. Gatlin via Bikeboard 24 Jan '17

24 Jan '17

Board, Please see the League's detailed report on and survey responses to our 2016 BFC application in the email below. What do you all think about publicly releasing this report? If you are in favor, how would you recommend we do so? Best,Drew ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: "Bicycle Friendly America Team" <ken(a)bikeleague.org> Date: Thu, Jan 19, 2017 at 3:00 PM -0500 Subject: Your Bicycle Friendly Community Feedback Report! To: <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com> Your Bicycle Friendly Community Feedback Report! Your Bicycle Friendly Community Feedback Report! Good afternoon, Thank you for taking part in the Bicycle Friendly Community process. We hope that the process helped your community evaluate how you encourage people to bike for transportation and recreation through the five Es: Engineering, Education, Encouragement, Enforcement, and Evaluation. As your work to improve conditions for people who bike, we hope that the following linked documents help you move forward: Your Feedback Report The Bicycle Friendly Community Feedback Report is intended to give guidance on how your community can improve within the Bicycle Friendly Community program. It provides feedback relevant to each category and sub-category of the application. Guide to the Feedback Report This guide is intended to answer questions about the Feedback Report and provide explanations of how to use the Feedback Report. Public Survey Results for your community This includes public survey results for your community, the results from all communities that applied for BFC recognition, and comparable results from the 2012 NHTSA Attitudes and Behavior Survey. Please share these documents with your top elected officials, relevant committees and departments, key community stakeholders and bicycle groups, and the public. Your Bronze award will be recognized for four years, so your designation will be up for renewal in 2020. At that point to continue your recognition or move to a higher award level your community will need to re-apply. We urge you to make as many improvements as possible before your next application and please contact us if you have any questions or would like assistance. Once again, congratulations on your Bicycle Friendly Community award. Best, Ken KEN MCLEOD, State & Local Policy Manager KEN(a)BIKELEAGUE.ORG | 202-621-5447 THE LEAGUE OF AMERICAN BICYCLISTS WWW.BIKELEAGUE.ORG/BIKELAWS The 2017 National Bike Summit is March 6-9! Register NOW! Share Tweet Forward The 2017 National Bike Summit is March 6-9! Register NOW! Copyright © 2017 League of American Bicyclists, All rights reserved. Thanks for supporting the League of American Bicyclists' mission to create a Bicycle Friendly America for everyone. Our mailing address is: League of American Bicyclists1612 K Street NW Suite 1102Washington, DC 20006 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list

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January meeting minutes and highlights
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 23 Jan '17

23 Jan '17

Hello all, January meeting minutes are attached. Please take a look and let me know if you have any questions or revisions. As you can see, we didn't do a good job with setting due dates for our new action items. We will try to leave more time at the end of next meeting to do this. Meeting highlights included: Volunteer roles for Bike Board members - this is a new idea we discussed to help involve more people. See the attached sheet and feel free to respond with your input. Are you interested in a role? Have an idea that's not listed? Send your thoughts to me and/or the Board! Possible bike share in Morgantown - Zagster has been in discussion with Morgantown about the possibility of a bike share. For more information on Zagster: http://www.zagster.com/ <http://www.zagster.com/> *Reminder: our February meeting will be Thursday, February 2 at 6:30pm* I believe Drew has booked the conference room for us again, so be prepared to sit in a fancy chair! Thanks, Christina

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Bicycle Storage Spaces and rack spatial requirements
by John Whitmore via Bikeboard 09 Jan '17

09 Jan '17

Good afternoon, The Development Department has been working with developers to provide for bicycle storage spaces for their respective development projects. Recently a proposal for a short-term bicycle rack was reviewed that would not have been acceptable for the current ordinance. The issue involved the location of the bicycle rack in relationship to a wall. The ordinance language provides that racks may be placed near walls, but presents an obstacle for their inclusion on smaller sites. In particular the requirement utilizes the storage space as the demarcation point, as opposed to the physical rack. The result is a minimum 7 foot cleared physical area must be provided for racks near walls (3 feet for the storage space width, and an additional 4 feet for clearance). The Development Director and I are concerned that this may limit some sites from providing racks that are truly functional. In this particular case, the site is seeking a LEED standard that includes alternative transportation goals that seek a specific number of bicycle racks. Facilitating businesses to provide racks that work as the ordinance intends would be a positive. There were other issues, and we believe that this specific instance has been corrected, but there could be problems in the future. After looking at the ordinance, I have traced some edits that would provide for bicycle storage on outdoor racks with a tweak to the impacts of the required spatial dimensions. I also updated the ordinance to allow for racks attached to walls, which may not have been possible with the old language, although I recall that being an item of discussion. The new text is underlined, the text to be removed has a strikethrough. If you could look this over (it is only three pages) and provide me with some insight it would be greatly appreciated. These edits would be rather easy to implement, as compared to last year's text edits. We are looking to have a solution enacted in the ordinance by the end of Spring. If this is something that shouldn't be changed, please let me know, so we can begin looking at other alternatives or provide better guidance to developers. 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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January Meeting: Doodle Poll, please respond before end of day tomorrow (Friday)
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 09 Jan '17

09 Jan '17

Hello Board, Sorry for all the emails. Please fill out your availability <http://doodle.com/poll/k8if4ncc3b5u832p> for a meeting next week, there's only three options, all 6:30-8:30 on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. Frank has informed me that he never once received a quorum when rescheduling a meeting on a different day than the first Thursday in his entire tenure as chair. Sounds like a challenge to me! Let's beat the trend. Based on our conference call, I have updated the agenda as attached. Thanks all for your patience and diligence, Drew

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You're Invited, Saturday 4:00-5:30pm: Meet & Greet the City Manager Candidates
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 05 Jan '17

05 Jan '17

Hello Board! Very important changes are happening in our City that concern you as a citizen as well as a bike board member. We're interviewing candidates for our new city manager! Meet the candidates this Saturday from 4:00-5:30pm at the Waterfront Place Hotel (Morgantown Event Center). I'm requesting at least 5 bike board members show up to chat with these folks, inform them that our town is dedicated to cycling and is WV’s only bicycle friendly community, and to ask these candidates what their experiences with cycling are around their communities. Also you can ask them other questions, y'know, about non bike-related issues. If you can attend, please reply all to this letter telling us such and also with any question(s) you're prepared to ask. Thanks! Drew

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Reminder: Meeting Tonight Cancelled! Don't Get Caught Unawares!
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 05 Jan '17

05 Jan '17

Conference call details: Tonight, 6:30-7:10pm Dial-in Number: (712) 432-0360 Access Code: 386663 # Meeting is tentatively rescheduled for next Thursday at 6:30pm, but may very well be on a different day due to conflicts with MPO and planning commission Best, Drew

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January Meeting: This Thursday and *New Location*
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 05 Jan '17

05 Jan '17

Hello all, Please find the attached agenda for Thursday's meeting. Regarding the new location, it's not very different: rather than the training room, we will meet in the conference room just down the hall. It's much more comfortable in there. As always, bring your thinking caps. Best, Drew

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Is tonight's meeting still on?
by John Whitmore via Bikeboard 05 Jan '17

05 Jan '17

I just saw that Mon County Public Schools are going to do early dismissal. Is the bike board going to be meeting tonight? 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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Bicycle Board: City Webpage Updates and Press Release Information
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 22 Dec '16

22 Dec '16

Krista, Thanks so much for your help on these issues! Attached you'll find a list of recent bicycle-related happenings in Morgantown for inclusion in a press release. Also, anticipating increased web traffic due to press coverage, I've attached a document that lists updates we'd like to see made to our bicycle board web page on the city's website. Regarding these updates, don't hesitate to ask for more clarification -- although I have attempted to provide some context, I know these projects can seem a bit arcane. If you could reply to Bridget O'Meara (our media coordinator), Christina Hunt (our secretary), and me with questions, we're all happy to help. Board, I have copied you all in the interest of transparency. Please advise if you have any concerns or questions regarding the two attached documents. Best, Drew

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Revised/ Corrected December Minutes
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 21 Dec '16

21 Dec '16

Hi all, Here are the updated minutes from December's meeting. Please let me know if there are other corrections / updates. Happy holidays!

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Bicycle Board: Winter 2016 Project Prioritization
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 20 Dec '16

20 Dec '16

Damien, Alex, all, As the city plans its next few years' transportation projects (paving / reconstruction / improvements) the bicycle board asks that you refer to the following priority list for consideration in your projects: 1) Implement the shared lane markings / signage and bus shelters TAP grant 2) Stripe and sign the Mon Boulevard climbing lane 3) Implement the WV705 shared-use path TAP grant 4) Obtain and implement the White Park / Rail-Trail connector TAP grant 5) Design, fund, and build the Campus Connector 6) Design, fund, and build a University Avenue Bypass (with strong consideration for the Jones Avenue project) 7) Accommodate cycling infrastructure in the proposed Greenbag Road improvements (with bike lanes preferred) 8) Design, fund, and build a connector from the 705 shared-use path to the Falling Run greenspace trails (with preference for widening the livestock tunnel) 9) Build the Lower Greenmont Pedestrian Bridge Many of these projects are listed in the MMMPO's 2014 Regional Bicycle Plan <https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B8UM6dsVoQTIZ3JEX2oyOUoyVjg> on a road-by-road basis. That plan's Appendix E <https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B8UM6dsVoQTISE1Nekg4SHQyeDA> lists some 120 projects in our area and should also be referenced when developing the 5-year schedule. Currently the projects listed in that Appendix are grouped into corridors -- which is helpful for visualization on a system basis but might be limited on a strategic standpoint. I'm wondering if it would be useful to group the projects based on their municipal or county authority, e.g. projects which fall under Morgantown's jurisdiction, Star City, Granville, etc? The bike board envisions a 2-3 year maximum timeline for most of the projects listed above, so Damien and Alex, as you draft your 5 year plans, please keep us in the loop so that we may suggest projects for the corridors later down the line. Best, Drew

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December Meeting Minutes
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 13 Dec '16

13 Dec '16

Hi everyone, Please take a look at the attached draft minutes and let me know if you have any changes. I have also attached the information John Whitmore presented to us at December's meeting about the first proposed development of significant impact to be affected by our bicycle storage ordinance - take a look! Although there is a picture of hanging racks, the developers are not planning to use that kind of system because it does not meet the square foot per bike requirements outlined in the ordinance. Thanks, Christina

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Fwd: New Self-Serve Bike Locker Rental Through Smartphone App
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 13 Dec '16

13 Dec '16

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Hey folks, The manufacturer of our bike lockers has finally come up with a reliable solution to do on demand rental through a smart phone app. that can be retrofitted our existing lockers. This can be a game changer for locker use. I will check into the cost and details. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Chris Eckman" ceckman(a)cyclesafe.com Sent: 12/13/2016 10:04:25 AM To: chip(a)wamsleycycles.com Subject: New Self-Serve Bike Locker Rental Through Smartphone App CycleSafe designs bicycle parking solutions that are dependable and that cyclists can understand how to use. View Email In Browser New Self-Serve Bike Locker Rental Through Smartphone App With millions of bikes stolen every year, many bicycle riders prefer the higher level of security available with bike lockers. Many train stations, office buildings and community centers have lockers available to the public. And now riders have access to a new smartphone app that will allow them to find available lockers, reserve, pay for, and use the lockers without contacting administrative staff. This convenience makes it easier than ever for bicycle riders to find and use covered, locked storage units. Most bike locker systems utilize a key management program that requires an administrator to manage and replace keys, an obstacle for the cyclist and burden for management. Now CycleSafe has added an element of convenience to bike locker rental through a custom app for reservation and payment. For cyclists, it is much easier to reserve and pay for a locker via a smartphone with a membership credit card account. Phones are convenient and simple to use, providing 24 hour service. For the property managers who have to keep track of reservations, payments and keys, this is also a great approach, as a self-service benefit that does not require staffing," says Richard Hartger, President and CEO of CycleSafe. With the app, riders can view a map of available bike lockers, choose a locker, and pay for rental through their smartphone. An important feature of this new system is that it can be retrofitted to existing lockers. Now property managers, city officials and others can choose to implement the app-based rental and payment system to extend the use of their existing investment in bike lockers. To find out more about the CycleSafe bike locker reservation and payment app, go to the CycleSafe website. To speak to a product specialist, email info(a)cyclesafe.com or call 1-888-950-6531. Pedaling Forward, Your CycleSafe Team 5211 Cascade Rd SE, Suite 210 Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (888) 950-6531 (616) 954-0290 Fax info(a)cyclesafe.com http://cyclesafe.com What we do CycleSafes complete line of secure bicycle parking solutions is designed to provide security and convenience for users. Our products complement communities and encourage cycling with dependable products that last. CycleSafe designs bicycle parking solutions that are dependable and that cyclists can understand how to use. Our years of experience and continued commitment to setting the standard ensure every CycleSafe product is designed with the user in mind. Sent to: chip(a)wamsleycycles.com If you prefer not to receive future emails of this type, Click Here. Sent by: Cycle Safe Inc, 5211 Cascade Rd. SE #210 , Grand Rapids MI 49546

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BFC Bronze Award
by John Whitmore via Bikeboard 08 Dec '16

08 Dec '16

I received this in the mail today, so I guess it is official. The City of Morgantown is a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community. The physical award (piece of paper) is with the City Manager's Office for framing. We could ask to have the Communications Director put something out. I know Mr. Kelly was excited about a photo-op with signage, but signage has a cost: https://bikeleague.secure.force.com/storepage?cat=BFC Thanks! John Whitmore From: Stacy Hollar Sent: Monday, November 21, 2016 1:47 PM To: John Whitmore <jwhitmore(a)morgantownwv.gov> Subject: Scan Stacy Hollar Executive Secretary Development Services Department 304-284-7431

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Bike Shelter news
by David Bruffy via Bikeboard 08 Dec '16

08 Dec '16

Hello everyone, I have some good new to share. Mountain Line was just awarded additional funding by the WV Division of Public Transit for the purpose of installing co-located bike shelters and transit shelters based on the Bike Board's previously developed plan. In coordination with the funding available for co-location shelters in the City, these funds will allow for additional sites (perhaps outside the City of Morgantown). I would anticipate we can begin working on these locations in the spring of 2017. I'll share more information with you as we move ahead and I look forward to working with you to get input on the locations, facility needs and related concerns. Thank you, David Bruffy, CCTM General Manager Mountain Line Transit Authority 420 DuPont Road Morgantown, WV 26501 Bruffy(a)busride.org WWW.BUSRIDE.ORG www.Twitter.com/MountainLine www.Facebook.com/MountainLine http://www.linkedin.com/pub/dave-bruffy/10/137/488 (304) 296-3680 Office (304) 291-7433 Route Information (304) 291-7429 FAX

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City Council Meeting Tonight
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 06 Dec '16

06 Dec '16

Howdy Board, I'll be at the city council meeting tonight talking for a short moment during the public comment portion about Morgantown's receipt of the Bicycle Friendly Community Award as well as some of our recent grant acquisitions. The meeting starts at 7pm in the council chambers, and the public comment period is the 6th item on the agenda (usually within the first 20 minutes). If you're around and available, please come on down so I and city council can thank you publicly for your service! Best, Drew

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Bike Morgantown map route suggestions/edits
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 05 Dec '16

05 Dec '16

Hi all, WVU doesn't play until 7pm tomorrow, meaning you have all kinds of time to review your map/route suggestions and get them back to me! Please try to get them back to me as soon as you can. A Word document is my first choice for format. One person has already sent them back to me, so the early bird prize is gone, but don't let that stop you! In case you were not able to attend our meeting last night, here are some of the things we reviewed. Take a look at the links and feel free to send any route suggestions/edits and/or review bike rack locations and add your own. *Bike Morgantown map* Here is the expanded map version, to refresh your memory: Bike Morgantown map <https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1eUDfm--ocNdhGWkpwq4F2JRfJLM&l…> Or go to http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php and click the box in the upper right corner ("view larger map"). *Rackspotter * Powered by Bike Arlington, but they're comfortable with us using it to mark bike rack locations in Morgantown. To use this, you will have to make a free account. If you're using this on a computer, you'll have to scroll over on the map (from Arlington) to Morgantown. Caution: we can't delete racks! So only add them if you're certain they are there. http://rackspotter.com/ <http://rackspotter.com/> *Transportation Camp* Jonathan R., I think this is the "un-conference" you mentioned. http://transportationcamp.org/events/pgh-2016/ Thanks and have a great weekend! Christina

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INPUT REQUESTED: Where to put the second bike locker?
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 05 Dec '16

05 Dec '16

Hello all, We currently have a bike locker (with spaces for two bikes) sitting dormant in the city garage. The current proposal is to place the locker next to the existing one down on the waterfront. If you have a better idea (somewhere in city limits) please share here! Either reply all or just reply to me. Thanks for your time, Drew

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Re: [Bikeboard] BFC sign
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 05 Dec '16

05 Dec '16

Drew, Here are the latitude and longitude of each Bicycle Friendly Community sign location that the Bicycle Board recommended to Damien in 2012. 1. N39° 39.069' W79° 58.891' 2. N39° 36.605' W79° 58.165' 3. N39° 37.800' W79° 57.544' 4. N39° 37.483' W79° 56.770' 5. N39° 36.668' W79° 56.996' 6. N39° 38.342' W79° 56.217' 7. N39° 38.810' W79° 56.066' 8. N39° 38.521' W79° 57.018' 9. N39° 39.588' W79° 57.804' 10. N39° 39.370' W79° 58.601' Here’s a link to a Google map showing the locations: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1kIiLfe1xhMrYTemk5EK0K4IQVIk&usp=sharing I believe all but 3 have been installed at approximately the above locations except the following 3: #4. N39° 37.483' W79° 56.770’ on East Brockway Avenue. Damien said that Fouad didn’t want to put it there because it’s on private property. We recommended that Fouad say where he’d like to put it near there. We received no response. #6. N39° 38.342' W79° 56.217’ on Willey St. I think that one didn’t get installed because at the time, a new apartment complex, City Gardens Apartments was being developed near there and Fouad wanted to wait and see. Now, the apartments have been there for a few years and the recommended site still looks good to me. What does the BB think? #7. N39° 38.810' W79° 56.066’ on 705 between Chestnut Ridge Rd. and the Roundabout. Again, I think the roundabout was in process back then and Fouad again wanted to wait and see. Again, now the roundabout’s been there for a few years and the recommended location for the BFC sign still looks good to me. What does the BB think? In case you can’t open the Google map, I’ve attached a screen shot of it. Frank > On Dec 4, 2016, at 11:41 AM, J.D. Gatlin <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Alex, > > Saw this email from a while ago, but didn't see any response -- was this one of the locations DOH did not allow? > > Thanks, > Drew > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com <mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com>> > Date: Mon, Sep 5, 2016 at 7:16 AM > Subject: BFC sign > To: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov <mailto:ddavis@morgantownwv.gov>> > Cc: "J.D. Gatlin" <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com <mailto:bikemorgantown@gmail.com>> > > > Hi Damien, > > I wonder if Fouad would put one of the unused Bicycle Friendly Community signs on the east side of the new I-79 exit 153 interchange? Given the traffic that will eventually see the sign, it could have a significant impact on motorists’ awareness of bicycles. I suppose since that might be Granville property, they’d have to agree. > > Frank<IMG_2999.JPG> > > > > -- > J.D. Gatlin > Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board > Morgantown, WV 26501 > 304-554-9450 > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Map Exercise Comments
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 03 Dec '16

03 Dec '16

Hi all, here are the suggestions collected from November's mapping meeting. Please take a look - Jonathan Nellis is going to start making these changes in about a week. If you don't see your comments it means I didn't get them, or I forgot to add them, so please let me know. Thanks, Christina PS Special thanks to Frank for the awesome cookies he brought tonight!

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December 1 Agenda: Meeting this Thursday
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 01 Dec '16

01 Dec '16

Hello Board! Hope you all had a swell Thanksgiving. Please find the attached agenda and open action item list for our meeting this Thursday. I encourage you to ruminate on some of the more existential topics beforehand. We've had some major successes recently and are, in my mind, witnessing a shift in distributed work on bicycle-related projects in our community. Tomorrow Chip, Derek, and Jonathan Whitmore will accompany Damien down to Charleston to accept the 2015 TAP Grant proposal that we've just been awarded for the 705 shared-use path project. And, as Mr. Whitmore announced earlier, our community has recently been re-certified by the League as a bronze level bicycle friendly community. Horray for us, and thank you all for helping to foster this community! Best, Drew

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Re: [Bikeboard] Dream Bikes
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 26 Nov '16

26 Nov '16

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Hey Guys, I vaguely remember hearing about this, but I don't believe it was a Trek initiative, but something one of their mega dealers Chris Kegel championed, as he had stores both in Madison and Milwaikee. It might be interesting for Pos Spin to contact these folks to pick their brains, although they do mention that they accept donations (maybe a big source for funding). Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 11/26/2016 6:21:49 PM To: "Jonathan Rosenbaum" jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org, "Chip Wamsley" chipwamsley(a)gmail.com Cc: "Bike Board - Morgantown" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Dream Bikes Maybe Trek would help Positive Spin? http://insideofknoxville.com/2016/11/downtown-knoxville-to-get-dreambikes/ Frank

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Dream Bikes
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 26 Nov '16

26 Nov '16

Maybe Trek would help Positive Spin? http://insideofknoxville.com/2016/11/downtown-knoxville-to-get-dreambikes/ <http://insideofknoxville.com/2016/11/downtown-knoxville-to-get-dreambikes/> Frank

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November Meeting Minutes
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 22 Nov '16

22 Nov '16

Hi everyone, November meeting minutes are attached. I apologize for the long turnaround time. These meeting minutes are not as long as usual due to the time we spent doing the mapping exercise, so please take a few minutes to read them. Here are quick links to the apps/websites mentioned in the minutes: - CycleTracks - http://www.sfcta.org/modeling-and-travel-forecasting/cycletracks-iphone-and… <http://www.sfcta.org/modeling-and-travel-forecasting/cycletracks-iphone-and…> - Moves - https://www.moves-app.com/ - Rackspotter - https://www.rackspotter.com/ Please let me know if you have any corrections, changes or additions to the minutes. Thank you and have a very happy Thanksgiving! Christina

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October meeting minutes, November preview
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 09 Nov '16

09 Nov '16

Hi everyone! October meeting minutes are attached, please let me know if you have any changes or corrections. Our next meeting is *Thursday, November 3 at 6:30pm* in the Public Safety Building. Mark your calendars and get ready, because this will be a working meeting to focus on mapping. Our commuter map has been getting some attention the past few months; let's take another look and make sure it's up to date. Bring your route suggestions, your ideas for things to include and, if you can, pictures of bike racks around Morgantown. What else would be helpful to see on a bike map? Bike Morgantown Commuter Map: http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php And additional Morgantown maps with suggestions for bike improvements: map series <https://onedrive.live.com/?authkey=%21AHLDTxbuvhJz8Js&cid=EE5EF320753B7A6D&…> Other bike maps to get us thinking: http://bikedenver.org/images/maps/bikemap.pdf http://www.bikepgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/Bikemap2016_east.pdf https://www.cityofmadison.com/bikeMadison/documents/BikeMapFront.pdf Happy fall riding! Christina

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FW: Nov. 2, 2016 - Advancing beginner biking in Morgantown
by John Whitmore via Bikeboard 03 Nov '16

03 Nov '16

Good Morning, The email communication below, was received by the Planning Division last night/this morning. This may be a ripe banana issue for tonight, but here are the basics: $250 and city promotion of the event results in an American Heart Association sponsored bicycle training/information event. Thanks! From: Stacy Hollar Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:02 AM To: John Whitmore <jwhitmore(a)morgantownwv.gov> Subject: FW: Nov. 2, 2016 - Advancing beginner biking in Morgantown From: Maia Tamsen [mailto:mtamsen@mycitybikes.org] Sent: Wednesday, November 02, 2016 6:46 PM To: Stacy Hollar <shollar(a)morgantownwv.gov<mailto:shollar@morgantownwv.gov>> Subject: Nov. 2, 2016 - Advancing beginner biking in Morgantown Hello, Stacy. My name is Maia and I'm with the public health alliance for beginner cyclists, My City Bikes. In 2017 we'll be implementing a landmark beginner bike event - 31 rides in 31 cities on each of the 31 days of National Bike Month. Morgantown has been selected as a possible flagship community for this historic bike event. The Life is a Cycle event series will: * Provide a beginner-friendly adult biking event. * Showcase and celebrate local bike infrastructure. * Educate entry-level riders in real time. 2017 Life is a Cycle destinations are limited to the first 31 communities to register before the deadline on Nov. 21. Visit http://lifeisacycle.bike/files/theme/2017-Life-is-a-Cycle-Ride-Local-Govt.p… for the info packet to learn more about how you can reserve a Life is a Cycle event for your community. We will be scheduling Q&A phone meetings to answer questions and discuss details about the event. To reserve a Q&A meeting and discuss the program, please visit http://mycitybikes.setmore.com/ to schedule an appointment. We are excited to work with you to grow cycling communities across the nation, and look forward to speaking with you soon about being a part of this historic bike event! Thanks, Maia - - - My City Bikes | http://mycitybikes.org/ The beginning: It starts nowhere else.™ Maia Tamsen, Development Coordinator mtamsen(a)mycitybikes.org<mailto:mtamsen@mycitybikes.org> 888-665-5055 ext. 857 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: The information contained in this transmission may contain privileged and confidential information. It is intended only for the use of the person(s) named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, dissemination, distribution or duplication of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply email and destroy all copies of the original message.

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November Meeting: Mapping
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 28 Oct '16

28 Oct '16

Hello Board, Please see the attached agenda for our meeting next Thursday, November 3rd. I will send out copies of these read-aheads before the end of the weekend, but the majority of review will be done collaboratively at the meeting. If you aren't able to make the meeting but would like to comment on existing routes or prioritization for connectivity, please send those comments my way (or reply all to this email if you'd like) and we will discuss them in person. Two crowdsource / collaborative systems that we'll be discussing in a more formal manner next week: RackSpotter <http://www.rackspotter.com/> and CycleTracks <http://www.sfcta.org/modeling-and-travel-forecasting/cycletracks-iphone-and…> See you all next week! Drew

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Fwd: Campus Connector
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 27 Oct '16

27 Oct '16

All, Jonathan and Jing dug up some old information on the Campus Connector that may be of use going forward. I am attaching Jing's mockup from the University Ave Corridor study. Seems like the estimate is a bit more than we'd originally thought! Best, Drew ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org> Date: Thu, Oct 27, 2016 at 1:40 PM Subject: Campus Connector To: Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> Hi Drew, Here is the information about the Campus Connector. What is written below was pasted from a previous email I sent to Stan Cohen on 11/07/2011 who was exploring the CC on behalf of the Pedestrian Safety Board. Yes, it has been an ongoing saga, keep in mind, that the Jones Avenue Greenway <http://osenergy.org/cc/presentations/Michael_Bomford/Campus%20Connectors%20…> was built into the whole concept of connecting the University with the City; and that the "Citizens for Responsible Development" is the Green Space Coalition, although now defunct as an organization, there has been talk about reviving it. Currently, the WV Land Trust is handling the previous and new funds for GSC, and hosts a yearly fundraiser. This includes funds that will be used for the Suncrest rail trail connector: I have compiled data at http://osenergy.org/cc/ . You will see these directories: [image: [DIR]] Dec-19-2007-Hike-presentation/ <http://osenergy.org/cc/Dec-19-2007-Hike-presentation/> 11-Nov-2009 19:43 - [image: [DIR]] Earth-Day-2008-Hike/ <http://osenergy.org/cc/Earth-Day-2008-Hike/> 17-Nov-2009 17:44 - [image: [DIR]] NEW/ <http://osenergy.org/cc/NEW/> 07-Nov-2011 12:20 - [image: [DIR]] maps/ <http://osenergy.org/cc/maps/> 04-Dec-2009 02:37 - [image: [DIR]] minutes/ <http://osenergy.org/cc/minutes/> 11-Nov-2009 19:53 - [image: [DIR]] presentations/ <http://osenergy.org/cc/presentations/> 10-Jan-2008 14:57 - I chaired a CC committee where several stakeholders (SGA, BB, WVU, Sunnyside Up, City Council, etc.) were brought together around a table. I recommend looking at the minutes/ <http://osenergy.org/cc/minutes/> because they provide a good overview of the type of infrastructure the members desired, as well as the ultimate reason why the CC didn't materialize. maps/ <http://osenergy.org/cc/maps/> shows some proof of concept designs from various sources. presentations/ <http://osenergy.org/cc/presentations/> has early presentations from the originators of the CC concept, Michael Bomford and Greg Good. The Dec-19-2007-Hike-presentation/ <http://osenergy.org/cc/Dec-19-2007-Hike-presentation/> directory shows a hike we took of the location. If you have the firefox browser, I highly recommend clicking on http://osenergy.org/cc/Dec-19- 2007-Hike-presentation/ccexploration.xul to view the presentation. The Earth-Day-2008-Hike/ <http://osenergy.org/cc/Earth-Day-2008-Hike/> directory shows our last real world hike; you may click on the photos to view that hike. I just added NEW/ <http://osenergy.org/cc/NEW/> today, and it has the most important information you will need: [image: [ ]] Campus Connector-Layout.pdf <http://osenergy.org/cc/NEW/Campus%20Connector-Layout.pdf> 07-Nov-2011 12:19 1.7M [image: [ ]] CampusConnector0001.pdf <http://osenergy.org/cc/NEW/CampusConnector0001.pdf> 07-Nov-2011 12:19 1.0M [image: [ ]] Campus Connector Memo to Traffic Commission-FINAL.doc <http://osenergy.org/cc/NEW/Campus%20Connector%20Memo%20to%20Traffic%20Commi…> 07-Nov-2011 12:19 22K [image: [ ]] Campus Connector Properties.xls <http://osenergy.org/cc/NEW/Campus%20Connector%20Properties.xls> 07-Nov-2011 12:19 28K [image: [ ]] Ken-Martis-and-SGA-Mollohan-funding.doc <http://osenergy.org/cc/NEW/Ken-Martis-and-SGA-Mollohan-funding.doc> 07-Nov-2011 12:19 15K The Campus Connector-Layout.pdf <http://osenergy.org/cc/NEW/Campus%20Connector-Layout.pdf> shows the MPO proof of concept map that we often used in earlier meetings, it's also in maps/ <http://osenergy.org/cc/maps/>. At the December 2009 TC meeting, the Bicycle Board sought help from the City to resolve the property line issues. A letter, Campus Connector Memo to Traffic Commission-FINAL.doc <http://osenergy.org/cc/NEW/Campus%20Connector%20Memo%20to%20Traffic%20Commi…> was presented to the Traffic Commission. As a result, Ken Martis from the TC took over researching the issue. Damien Davis put together property information in the Campus Connector Properties.xls <http://osenergy.org/cc/NEW/Campus%20Connector%20Properties.xls> and Campus Connector-Layout.pdf <http://osenergy.org/cc/NEW/Campus%20Connector-Layout.pdf> file. The last thing we heard was from the PSB shown in the Ken-Martis-and-SGA-Mollohan-fu nding.doc <http://osenergy.org/cc/NEW/Ken-Martis-and-SGA-Mollohan-funding.doc> , in particular look at http://www.thedaonline.com/new s/sga-members-discuss-new-pedestrian-path-textbook-prices-in-dc-1.1608594 . That was last September, 2010. We haven't heard anything since. Personally, I would like to be brought up to speed about whether Ken ever resolved the property issue, and whether he is still pursuing funding. Make sure to keep the Bicycle Board in the loop! Thanks for doing this. -Jonathan

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FY 2017 TAP Grant Options
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 27 Oct '16

27 Oct '16

Hello Board, Damien and I had a meeting on Thursday to discuss bicycle-related TAP grant possibilities for this year (intents to apply are due November 15th). This email serves two purposes: to remind Damien and I what we talked about and to continue to review those options with y’all. In no particular order, what’s currently on the table: White Park / Rail-Trail Connector on Don Knotts, Collins Ferry Sidewalk, Mon Blvd Climbing Lane Increased Funding, Campus Connector / Grant St Trail, WV 705 roundabout tunnel, and the Jones Bypass. Please see my attachment for descriptions of the projects and some relevant diagrams. We are soliciting your input. Keep in mind -- the intents to apply are due November 15th. If we are to convince WVU to apply for a TAP grant or two, we need to get on that! Best, Drew

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Ride today 3:30 with Mountainview ES school kids
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 14 Oct '16

14 Oct '16

If anyone is interested in riding with 13 or 14 elementary schoolers, our #fRideDay ride can always benefit from an additional chaperone or two. We ride over from 233 Wagner Road at 3:00 or meet at Mountainview Elementary at 3:20/3:25 for the 3:30 departure back to Wagner Road. We generally have two distinct groups based on strength/speed. We have all grade levels from K to 5th. Feel free to join in ...it's a beautiful day for a ride!!!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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Fwd: Highways Opens Online Grant Application System for Non-Traditional Transportation Projects
by Derek Springston via Bikeboard 13 Oct '16

13 Oct '16

Hi all, Please keep in mind about our approaching deadline (November 18th, 2016) for the WVDOH Transporation Alternatives Intent-To-Apply (ITA). I've attached the FY14 and FY16 ITAs so you can review them and see what information we'll likely need to enter. They're not lengthy forms, but we need to evaluate which project folks want to see completed. Yesterday, at a lunch meeting Drew mentioned a few projects that we could pursue. Once there is a consensus, I'll gladly work to help get the project info onto the ITA online. There was even some discussion about trying to apply for a few projects (likely by different applicants, but related to projects we'd like to see) Drew, can you coordinate with everyone to decide on what project(s) we should prepare ITAs for? Thanks! ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Burns, Ryan C <Ryan.C.Burns(a)wv.gov> Date: Mon, Oct 3, 2016 at 9:04 AM Subject: Highways Opens Online Grant Application System for Non-Traditional Transportation Projects *INTENT TO APPLY (ITA) DATES: * * OPENING 10/01/2016 – CLOSING 11/18/2016 (5:00 PM)* *APPLICATION DATES:* * OPENING 11/01/2016 – CLOSING 01/18/2016 (5:00 PM)* Everyone: The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) is pleased to announce the opening of our online grant application system for FY 2017 Transportation Alternatives (TA) and Recreational Trails Program (RTP) potential projects. For your convenience, a direct link to the page is http://dohgrants.wv.gov/ Account/LogOn.The application process has two phases: an Intent-to-Apply (ITA) Phase and an Application Phase. All applicants must first complete and submit an online ITA for the project for which funding is sought. If the ITA is approved by the WVDOH grant staff, then the applicant will be allowed to complete and submit an online Application beginning November 1, 2016. No paper ITAs or Applications will be accepted. Instructions for the completion of the ITA and Application can be found at the website listed above. *Please take note of the following innovations instituted during the previous grant cycle*: 1. Applicants may apply for the following phases either individually or together, as follows: a. *Design Phase*. The applicant may apply for a Design Phase award in order to fund the full development of the design plans and National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) clearance. This approach would provide the applicant with a more accurate estimate of funding needed for the Construction Phase; in addition, potential problems that may slow or even render a project infeasible could be identified during the Design Phase. This method also applies to projects in the early planning stages, i.e., those projects that are not yet mature enough in concept for Construction Phase funding to be estimated and thus awarded. Applicants whose projects are determined feasible following the Design Phase would then be encouraged to apply for a Construction Phase award in a subsequent grant cycle. Having full designs approved by the WVDOH would increase the likelihood of a Construction Phase award. b. *Construction Phase*. Should an applicant wish to design the project using the applicant’s own funds and/or staff prior to submitting the application for a Construction Phase award, this is allowable as well. This option will also improve the chances of the Application for a Construction Phase award being recommended since the design, cost estimate and materials information necessary for NEPA evaluation will be on hand, making it likely that the project could move quickly into the Construction Phase. c. *Design and Construction Phases*. Applicants who believe they have a project ready for development may combine Design and Construction Phase funding requests in a single Application. Previously- funded projects moving into the next phase, and projects that have already been subjected to a feasibility study are two examples of such projects. If, upon review, WVDOH staff believes that the project should be developed through the Design Phase prior to awarding Construction Phase funds, an adjusted amount of funding may be awarded to complete the Design Phase. In this case the applicant would be encouraged to apply for a Construction Phase award in a subsequent grant cycle. d. *Right-of-Way Phase*. Applicants wishing to secure grant funding for the purchase of a rail corridor or historic transportation facility may apply for a Design, Right of Way, and Construction Phase award in a single Application. However, due to the lengthy time to obtain a fair market value appraisal and to complete the negotiations that accompany property purchase, we encourage applicants to apply only for the initial purchase of the property, and then for Design and Construction Phase awards in subsequent grant cycles. 2. Potential projects located within Economically Distressed Areas or At-Risk Areas as defined by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) are eligible for 100% Federal funding. Please follow the link below to see if your potential project site is located in either an Economically Distressed Area or an At-Risk Area. ARC Map: http://arcgov.maps.arcgis.com/ apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=c2f1b23bdd8943c4988b313e2fdb3aa4 The above TA and RTP information is further defined in the attached Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document. The FAQ may also be found at: http://dohgrants.wv.gov/Account/LogOn. We encourage anyone applying for a TA or RTP award to examine the FAQ for clarification and detailed explanations of many aspects of the grant programs. The ITA Phase will be closed at 5:00 PM on November 18, 2016. The Application Phase will be closed at 5:00 PM on January 18, 2017. Please note that regardless of when the ITA phase is completed, the Application Phase will not open until November 1, 2016. Please check your email and the online application system concerning your ITA/Application as it is the responsibility of the applicant to track the progress of the applicant’s own submission(s). Also, please be sure to review any email notifications as there may be suggestions from the WVDOH grant staff regarding your project’s ITA or Application. Please feel free to share this information with any interested, eligible parties. If you have any technical questions regarding the online ITA, Application, accessing the system or need assistance in getting registered, please contact Ms. Rhonda Banks at rhonda.c.banks(a)wv.gov or by phone at (304) 558-9606. Should you have any questions regarding the overall TA, please contact Mr. Mark Scoular at r.mark.scoular(a)wv.gov or by phone at (304) 558-9616. If you have any questions regarding the RTP, please contact Mr. Ryan Burns at ryan.c.burns(a)wv.gov or by phone at (304) 558-9297. -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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Public Meeting--MPO Transportation Plan Update-Marilla Park, 4-7PM, Oct 26 Wednesday
by Jing Zhang via Bikeboard 12 Oct '16

12 Oct '16

Hi, Bicycle Board Members The MPO will hold a public meeting for the Metropolitan Transportation Plan Update at the Marilla Park Recreation Center from 4 pm to 7 pm on Oct 26, Wednesday. The following items will be presented for public review and comments: . Our current transportation plan goals and objectives . The status of the project proposed in the current transportation plan . September community survey results . Project ranking criteria . Environmental justice updates . Paper copies of public questionnaire . Planning process outline We would appreciate it if you can come to this meeting. Please help us spread the word. Thanks! Jing Jing Zhang, AICP, PTP, LEED AP ND LCI #4855 Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 243 High Street Courthouse Rm. 110 Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Ped Safety Board Minutes attached
by Reger-Nash, Bill via Bikeboard 08 Oct '16

08 Oct '16

/ Bill Reger-Nash, EdD Professor Emeritus School of Public Health West Virginia University Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 C: 304-685-6740 O: 304-293-0763 wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu<mailto:wreger@hsc.wvu.edu> publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/BillRegerNash/<http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/BillRegerNash/> publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu<http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/pages/> Associate Chair, Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board Walk 30 to 60 minutes daily. Feel the Power of Half an Hour! gn Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution by anyone other than the intended recipient(s) is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message.

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October Agenda
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 04 Oct '16

04 Oct '16

Howdy Folks, Please see the attached agenda and open action item list for October. We'll attempt the short meeting format again (no promises on overall time, though!). I've also linked a read-ahead which is a series of route maps <https://1drv.ms/b/s!Am16O3Ug817u7kByw08W7r4Sc_Cb> generated by someone outside (though potentially soon on the inside!) of the bike board. Best, Drew

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Fwd: Highways Opens Online Grant Application System for Non-Traditional Transportation Projects
by Derek Springston via Bikeboard 03 Oct '16

03 Oct '16

Drew, Here is the announcement for the 2017 Transportation Alternatives and Recreational Trails Grants. The Intent-to-Apply is due before 5pm on November 18th. This should be discussed at the next meeting to determine if we're going to seek more funds and for what projects in relation to the Bike Plan or other BB projects. As a side note: Assuming that the 2016 grant is awarded, the City will have over $600,000 available for cycling projects including Shared Lane Markings, Bus/Bike Shelters, crosswalks, bike lanes, and some related infrastructure. If that happens, I'd think in the near future we could actually see some cycling projects implemented. Does anyone know when the 2014 funds need to be spent? Drew, would you mind if I asked my WVDOH contacts that I've worked with on the grants? Thanks, ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Burns, Ryan C <Ryan.C.Burns(a)wv.gov> Date: Mon, Oct 3, 2016 at 9:04 AM Subject: Highways Opens Online Grant Application System for Non-Traditional Transportation Projects To: *INTENT TO APPLY (ITA) DATES: * * OPENING 10/01/2016 – CLOSING 11/18/2016 (5:00 PM)* *APPLICATION DATES:* * OPENING 11/01/2016 – CLOSING 01/18/2016 (5:00 PM)* Everyone: The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) is pleased to announce the opening of our online grant application system for FY 2017 Transportation Alternatives (TA) and Recreational Trails Program (RTP) potential projects. For your convenience, a direct link to the page is http://dohgrants.wv.gov/Account/LogOn.The application process has two phases: an Intent-to-Apply (ITA) Phase and an Application Phase. All applicants must first complete and submit an online ITA for the project for which funding is sought. If the ITA is approved by the WVDOH grant staff, then the applicant will be allowed to complete and submit an online Application beginning November 1, 2016. No paper ITAs or Applications will be accepted. Instructions for the completion of the ITA and Application can be found at the website listed above. *Please take note of the following innovations instituted during the previous grant cycle*: 1. Applicants may apply for the following phases either individually or together, as follows: a. *Design Phase*. The applicant may apply for a Design Phase award in order to fund the full development of the design plans and National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) clearance. This approach would provide the applicant with a more accurate estimate of funding needed for the Construction Phase; in addition, potential problems that may slow or even render a project infeasible could be identified during the Design Phase. This method also applies to projects in the early planning stages, i.e., those projects that are not yet mature enough in concept for Construction Phase funding to be estimated and thus awarded. Applicants whose projects are determined feasible following the Design Phase would then be encouraged to apply for a Construction Phase award in a subsequent grant cycle. Having full designs approved by the WVDOH would increase the likelihood of a Construction Phase award. b. *Construction Phase*. Should an applicant wish to design the project using the applicant’s own funds and/or staff prior to submitting the application for a Construction Phase award, this is allowable as well. This option will also improve the chances of the Application for a Construction Phase award being recommended since the design, cost estimate and materials information necessary for NEPA evaluation will be on hand, making it likely that the project could move quickly into the Construction Phase. c. *Design and Construction Phases*. Applicants who believe they have a project ready for development may combine Design and Construction Phase funding requests in a single Application. Previously- funded projects moving into the next phase, and projects that have already been subjected to a feasibility study are two examples of such projects. If, upon review, WVDOH staff believes that the project should be developed through the Design Phase prior to awarding Construction Phase funds, an adjusted amount of funding may be awarded to complete the Design Phase. In this case the applicant would be encouraged to apply for a Construction Phase award in a subsequent grant cycle. d. *Right-of-Way Phase*. Applicants wishing to secure grant funding for the purchase of a rail corridor or historic transportation facility may apply for a Design, Right of Way, and Construction Phase award in a single Application. However, due to the lengthy time to obtain a fair market value appraisal and to complete the negotiations that accompany property purchase, we encourage applicants to apply only for the initial purchase of the property, and then for Design and Construction Phase awards in subsequent grant cycles. 2. Potential projects located within Economically Distressed Areas or At-Risk Areas as defined by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) are eligible for 100% Federal funding. Please follow the link below to see if your potential project site is located in either an Economically Distressed Area or an At-Risk Area. ARC Map: http://arcgov.maps.arcgis.com/ apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=c2f1b23bdd8943c4988b313e2fdb3aa4 The above TA and RTP information is further defined in the attached Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document. The FAQ may also be found at: http://dohgrants.wv.gov/Account/LogOn. We encourage anyone applying for a TA or RTP award to examine the FAQ for clarification and detailed explanations of many aspects of the grant programs. The ITA Phase will be closed at 5:00 PM on November 18, 2016. The Application Phase will be closed at 5:00 PM on January 18, 2017. Please note that regardless of when the ITA phase is completed, the Application Phase will not open until November 1, 2016. Please check your email and the online application system concerning your ITA/Application as it is the responsibility of the applicant to track the progress of the applicant’s own submission(s). Also, please be sure to review any email notifications as there may be suggestions from the WVDOH grant staff regarding your project’s ITA or Application. Please feel free to share this information with any interested, eligible parties. If you have any technical questions regarding the online ITA, Application, accessing the system or need assistance in getting registered, please contact Ms. Rhonda Banks at rhonda.c.banks(a)wv.gov or by phone at (304) 558-9606. Should you have any questions regarding the overall TA, please contact Mr. Mark Scoular at r.mark.scoular(a)wv.gov or by phone at (304) 558-9616. If you have any questions regarding the RTP, please contact Mr. Ryan Burns at ryan.c.burns(a)wv.gov or by phone at (304) 558-9297. -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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September Minutes and So Much More!
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 13 Sep '16

13 Sep '16

Hi all, Please take a look at the attached September meeting minutes and let me know if you have changes or corrections. *And So Much More!* 1. The MMMPO is updating the Metropolitan Transportation Plan. Please take the survey so we can make sure cycling is considered in planning efforts: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MTPUpdate <https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MTPUpdate> For general information about the plan update process, including public meetings, see this page: http://www.plantogether.org/2016update <http://www.plantogether.org/2016update> 2. The intersection of University / Collins Ferry / Baldwin is also open for review and comment (scroll down): http://www.plantogether.org/ongoing-construction-projects <http://www.plantogether.org/ongoing-construction-projects> 3. Confident city cycling class tentatively scheduled for October 8-9, 2016. If you are interested in taking this course, mark your calendar now! 4. We have some initial designs for sharrow stickers / bumperstickers! Take a look and respond with your thoughts. Which one would you put on your bike and/or car? 5. There has been a lot of interest in our commuter map lately; take a look and give us your changes or suggestions: http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php <http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php> For anybody interested in rail-trail efforts, there will be 2 workshops on the Industrial Heartland Trails Coalition effort, which is attempting to link together 10000000 miles (that number might not be completely accurate) of rail-trails across 4 states, thus making it possible for us to bike from Morgantown to Pittsburgh, DC, Cleveland, or other cool places. They will be in Shinnston on 9/20 and Wheeling on 9/29: http://ihearttrails.org/2016/08/29/i-heart-trails-community-chats-this-fall/ If you have additional updates, events or things to share, please let me know! I would be happy to share them on our Facebook page as well. Thanks, Christina

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Morgantown Bike Route Map
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 11 Sep '16

11 Sep '16

Google Maps for iPhone now has a Morgantown Bike Route Map! It looks almost identical to ours with selected routes in red, brown, blue or green. There is no legend to explain the colors. Wonder how it came to be. 4ank

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Re: [Bikeboard] City Council Meeting Tonight! - Bicycle Storage
by Chip Wamsley via Bikeboard 07 Sep '16

07 Sep '16

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n good job Frank and also to Chris Fletcher for his last minute defense. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: 9/7/2016 9:21:13 AM To: "Drew Gatlin" johngatlin(a)gmail.com Cc: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] City Council Meeting Tonight! - Bicycle Storage FYI, below and attached is the statement I made to City Council and all those watching on TV. Frank 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false /* Style Definitions */table.MsoNormalTable{mso-style-name:"Table Normal";mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0;mso-tstyle-colband-size:0;mso-style-noshow:yes;mso-style-parent:"";mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;mso-para-margin:0in;mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-pagination:widow-orphan;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-ascii-font-family:Cambria;mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-hansi-font-family:Cambria;mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;} September 6, 2016 Public comment to Morgantown City Council on Bicycle Storage zoning text amendment My name is Frank Gmeindl. I live at 491 Wilson Avenue. I am a Morgantown bicyclist, a member of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board, former chairman of the Bicycle Board, former member of the Metropolitan Planning Organization Citizen Advisory Committee and former member of the Morgantown Traffic Commission. I am also a certified bicycling instructor. I am here today to provide some context that will hopefully encourage you to vote yes on the Bicycle Storage zoning text amendment. Nationwide, making communities bicycle friendly has been demonstrated to improve the communities safety, health, property values, business climate and social climate. For the past 4 years, Morgantown has been the only West Virginia community recognized by the National League of American Bicyclists as a Bicycle Friendly Community. Over the past 4 years, Morgantown has made progress implementing the Greater Morgantown Bicycling Plan that City Council unanimously adopted in 2012. Clearly, more people of all ages and appearances are riding bicycles in Morgantown today. Last month, the Bicycle Board submitted a Bicycle Friendly Community award renewal application. We are moderately confident that we will at least keep our bronze status. Last week, I attended the new I-79 exit 123 ribbon cutting ceremony. Eldon Callen; University Town Center developers; Governor Tomblin; Oliver Luck and WVDOH Commissioner Paul Maddox all stated that the success of that $22M project was the result of continuous leadership and communication, coordination and collaboration among all key stakeholders. From the beginning of that project, the Bicycle Board was represented on the MPO CAC and accommodating bicyclists was in the project plan practically from the beginning. Now, there are Shared Lane Markings, Share the Road signs and a Bike Lane over there. The same kind of leadership and communication, coordination and collaboration that realized that new bicycle friendly interchange will be required in any development and any transportation project in Morgantown. The leader and the key stakeholders must be able to see their project with a cyclists eye view. Is there a safe and convenient place to store my bike? Is there a quick, easy and safe route to my destination on which I wont get harassed? Is there a safe and convenient place that I can park my bike when I get there? Is there a place that I clean up before my meeting or my class or shopping? If a cyclist doesnt have positive answers to questions such as these, he or she will probably not ride the bike but rather choose a means of transportation that provides positive answers. Today, in Morgantown, it looks like the single occupancy motor vehicle provides the best solution. However, we are gradually making strides towards making bicycling more attractive. We have short-term bicycle parking throughout the WVU campus and on High Street and Walnut Street. All our busses have bike racks. All the PRT stations have bike racks. We have a grant for applying Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs throughout the City and for providing sheltered bicycle parking at bus shelters. Bicycle storage is required for developments of significant impact in the downtown business area. Passing the Bicycle Storage zoning text amendment will move us one step closer to making bicycling irresistible in Morgantown. Frank Gmeindl On Sep 6, 2016, at 8:47 PM, Drew Gatlin johngatlin(a)gmail.com wrote: All, Congratulations! After an 11th hour clarification request from Council member Nugent, and some extremely compelling oratory from Mr Gmeindl and Mr. Fletcher, the ordinance passed unanimously. Can't say how proud I am of everyone on this board and in the city who helped with this project. Time for a party!! On Tue, Sep 6, 2016 at 8:44 PM -0400, "Christina Hunt via Bikeboard" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com wrote: Hi all - I was traveling back from South Carolina, didn't make it back to town until now. What was the result?? Did this pass? Thanks, Christina On Tue, Sep 6, 2016 at 6:29 PM, Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com wrote: The City Council meeting begins at 7:00 pm, not 6:30 so maybe you have time to come on down and join me, Chip and Drew. Frank On Tuesday, September 6, 2016, John Whitmore via Bikeboard bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com wrote: Good afternoon, I wanted to remind everyone that tonight is the second and final reading of the Bicycle Storage zoning text amendment. The meeting starts at 6:30 P.M. and the items public hearing will be heard right after the approval of minutes and correspondence (there is a proclamation for Constitution Week), and it is the first item of the Unfinished Business portion of the meeting. The agenda is online at this address: http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/9.6.16-Regular-Mtg.-Packet-R… This is great opportunity to provide additional comment regarding the text amendment, and cycling in general. Thanks! John Whitmore, AICP Planner III image001.png City of Morgantown, West Virginia 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 E: jwhitmore(a)morgantownwv.gov P: 304-284-7431 www.morgantownwv.gov _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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City Council Meeting Tonight! - Bicycle Storage
by John Whitmore via Bikeboard 07 Sep '16

07 Sep '16

Good afternoon, I wanted to remind everyone that tonight is the second and final reading of the Bicycle Storage zoning text amendment. The meeting starts at 6:30 P.M. and the item's public hearing will be heard right after the approval of minutes and correspondence (there is a proclamation for Constitution Week), and it is the first item of the Unfinished Business portion of the meeting. The agenda is online at this address: http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/9.6.16-Regular-Mtg.-Packet-R… This is great opportunity to provide additional comment regarding the text amendment, and cycling in general. 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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Stolen bike
by Christiaan Abildso via Bikeboard 07 Sep '16

07 Sep '16

All -I was just alerted to this FB post if you all haven't seen it yet. Be on the lookout, please "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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Ped Board 8/29 minutes
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 02 Sep '16

02 Sep '16

I took an action item from this Thursday’s (9/1) BB meeting to distribute the Pedestrian Safety Board’s 8/29 meeting minutes. They are attached. Drew attended the meeting and discussed many PSB activities that intersect with BB activities. For example: The PSB is alarmed by bicycling on sidewalks downtown and has particularly asked the BB to get Jimmy Johns delivery cyclists under control. See minutes for more. Dan Shook is heading up a WVU Safe Communities project that is intended to make Morgantown safer for walking and bicycling. The PSB is planning to meet with City Council to discuss pedestrian and bicycle priorities with new City Manager candidates. WVU installed a sign in the middle of the future Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane without getting permission from anybody. Amy Boggs with the Governors Highway Safety Program funded the printing of 3,000 ped safety flyers. We need to comment on the proposed alternatives for the Collins Ferry, University Av., Baldwin St. intersection. Go to http://www.plantogether.org/#!ongoing-construction-projects/lgou7 <http://www.plantogether.org/#!ongoing-construction-projects/lgou7> We need to help Jing make the new Metropolitan Transportation Plan (formerly known as the Long Range Transportation Plan). Go to http://www.plantogether.org/#!2016update/jcxrm <http://www.plantogether.org/#!2016update/jcxrm> Paving is scheduled to be complete by the end of October (so when will we see the sharrows?) Frank

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Survey--MPO Metropolitan Transportation Plan Update
by Jing Zhang via Bikeboard 02 Sep '16

02 Sep '16

Here is the attachment:) Jing Zhang, AICP, PTP, LEED AP ND LCI #4855 Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa From: Jing Zhang [mailto:tranplan@labyrinth.net] Sent: Friday, September 02, 2016 9:52 AM To: 'Bicycle Board' < > Cc: 'baustin(a)labyrinth.net' < > Subject: Survey--MPO Metropolitan Transportation Plan Update Hi, Bicycle Board Members, Please consider taking a survey for the Metropolitan Transportation Plan Update. Your input is very important for the MPO to understand the need and preference of the community. The link for the survey is https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MTPUpdate The survey is also available at the MPO's website, www.plantogether.org <http://www.plantogether.org> We would appreciate it if you could share this information with anyone who may be interested. The PDF version of the survey is attached. Thanks! Have a nice Labor Day weekend! Jing Jing Zhang, AICP, PTP, LEED AP ND LCI #4855 Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org <http://www.plantogether.org> 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Survey--MPO Metropolitan Transportation Plan Update
by Jing Zhang via Bikeboard 02 Sep '16

02 Sep '16

Hi, Bicycle Board Members, Please consider taking a survey for the Metropolitan Transportation Plan Update. Your input is very important for the MPO to understand the need and preference of the community. The link for the survey is https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MTPUpdate The survey is also available at the MPO's website, www.plantogether.org <http://www.plantogether.org> We would appreciate it if you could share this information with anyone who may be interested. The PDF version of the survey is attached. Thanks! Have a nice Labor Day weekend! Jing Jing Zhang, AICP, PTP, LEED AP ND LCI #4855 Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Fwd: Invitation - Ribbon Cutting for I-79 Exit 153
by Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard 02 Sep '16

02 Sep '16

Please join me to ride to the new I-79 Interchange Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. I will be leaving from the Mon County Courthouse (beside Pathfinder) TODAY at 3:00 pm sharp. 4ank > Begin forwarded message: > > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Subject: FW: Invitation - Ribbon Cutting for I-79 Exit 153 > Date: September 1, 2016 at 7:54:46 AM EDT > To: <statler4board(a)hotmail.com>, "'Mike Kelly'" <dulaneyoil(a)comcast.net>, "'Wesley Nugent'" <wes(a)wnugent.com>, <jselin(a)morgantownwv.gov>, "'GM Mayor'" <gmmayor(a)wvgranville.com>, "'Herman Reid'" <scmayor(a)comcast.net>, "'Randy Hudak'" <Randy.Hudak(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "''David Bruffy''" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, "'Damien Davis'" <ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov>, "'Chris Fletcher'" <cfletcher(a)morgantownwv.gov>, <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, "'Jeff Meadows'" <jameadow(a)k12.wv.us>, "Fouad Shoukry" <fouad.n.shoukry(a)wv.gov>, "'John E. Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, "'Maria Smith'" <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, "'Carr, Brian E'" <Brian.E.Carr(a)wv.gov>, <jlgkd1970(a)gmail.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "'Jing Zhang'" <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net>, "'Tim Ball'" <tball(a)mub.org>, "'Marti Shamberger, $C.C. Ward 5$'" <mshamberger(a)morgantownwv.gov>, "'Kelli LaNeve'" <LaNeve(a)busride.org> > Reply-To: <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > > > > Please feel free to forward to anyone who may be interested in attending. Thank you. > > > Rennetta McClure > County Administrator > Monongalia County Commission > 243 High Street, Room 202 > Morgantown, WV 26505 > 304-291-7293 > 304-291-7288 > rmcclure(a)moncommission.com <mailto:rmcclure@moncommission.com>

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Invitation - Ribbon Cutting for I-79 Exit 153
by Jennifer Selin via Bikeboard 01 Sep '16

01 Sep '16

Cool idea, I am out of town or I would join you! Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 On Sep 1, 2016, at 10:52 AM, Frank Gmeindl via Bikeboard <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> wrote:

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Meeting Reminder: Thursday, September 1 @ 6:30pm!
by Christina Hunt via Bikeboard 31 Aug '16

31 Aug '16

Hi everyone, Attached are the edited/updated August minutes, and the agenda for Thursday's meeting. See you soon! Thanks, Christina

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Bike Board: BFC Local Review () and September meeting
by Drew Gatlin via Bikeboard 26 Aug '16

26 Aug '16

Hello Board and observers, First, I mentioned last week that the League has devised a new method of local review that is anonymous and less of a commitment. We can choose how we'd like to distribute this link. Please check it out here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MorgantownBFC Any person who spends time in our community, including folks who worked on the application, can submit this survey. The League says we will not be penalized or rewarded for a large number or small number of responses -- we only stand to gain from more diverse input than we usually receive. They will likely use quality feedback to choose an award level, however. "This survey is to provide context while we are deciding an award level and to, hopefully, provide valuable feedback to you in your community’s Report Card and Feedback Report." Also, we've got a meeting next week as per usual. Please review the attached agenda and open action item list. We're shaking up the meeting format a bit this month -- there's less than an hour and a half of time scheduled. We will at least begin the process of budgeting our discretionary funds for 2016 at this meeting -- please think on this and come with specific thoughts on how we should appropriate the funds. Ride on, Drew

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Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community - Next Steps & Public Survey
by J.D. Gatlin via Bikeboard 18 Aug '16

18 Aug '16

Movers and shakers of cycling in Morgantown, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to all of you. Whether or not you filled in boxes and wrote verbiage for the document submitted on Tuesday, your past and present dedication and enthusiasm for cycling in our town gave us the content we needed to present a strong application for the League's 2016 bicycle friendly community award. This was truly a group effort! I have mentioned before that we need local reviewers to both vet the application, as well as to give the League a sense of cyclists away from those of us who fill out the boxes. If you weren't part of the document creation process and you have some time over the next few weeks, OR if you know of a few other folks you wouldn't mind asking to participate in the review process, please consider signing up at the link provided in the email below. The deadline is tomorrow at midnight. I don't think the time requirement will be very demanding, but I am not privy to the process. There is also an informal review process described below. I plan to distribute the link widely throughout the community, and I'll ask your help in dissemination when the time comes. Thanks again to everyone, and thanks especially to my last minute application stitcher-uppers: John Whitmore, Derek, Chip, and Frank. Onward and forward!-Drew _____________________________ From: Ken McLeod <ken(a)bikeleague.org> Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2016 2:57 PM Subject: Bicycle Friendly Community - Next Steps & Public Survey To: <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com> Dear [Applicant], Thank you again for applying to the Bicycle Friendly Community program! Now that the Fall 2016 BFC Application deadline has passed, our review process is officially underway. To confirm, we have received the following application(s) from you: 00344 - Morgantown In the past we limited local feedback to local reviewers who signed up at bikeleague.org/content/become-local-reviewer. We will continue to work with local reviewers and local advocates to gain an understanding of your community. All people who want to be local reviewers should sign up by the end of the week, August 19th at Midnight Pacific Time. In addition, this round we are trying a new more public local review process. Next week we will send you a link for a survey open to the public so that members of the public can give feedback without signing up to be local reviewers. We believe this more inclusive feedback will help us better understand your community and provide valuable insights to you through the BFC feedback it generates. Responses to that survey will be due by September 12th at midnight Pacific Time. We do not plan to publicize this public survey for each community and it is up to you to choose how you would like to distribute the survey. Please take some time in the next week to think about how you would like to distribute that survey to the public. We currently expect that our award announcement will be made in early-to-mid November. Your community will be informed of the award decision at least one week prior to the public announcement. Please feel free to contact us at bfa(a)bikeleague.org if you have any questions. Best regards, The Bicycle Friendly Community team League of American BicyclistsThis email is a service from League of American Bicyclists.

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Draft August meeting minutes
by Christina Hunt 15 Aug '16

15 Aug '16

Hi everyone, Here are draft minutes from our August 4 meeting. Take a look and see what we volunteered you for! (just kidding) Please let me know if you have any changes or corrections. Thanks! Christina

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Fwd: FW: DISTRACTED BEHAVIOR TASK FORCE - Consensus Statement FINAL
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Aug '16

04 Aug '16

Here's the message about Daniel Shook that I said at the BB meeting I would forward to the BB. Frank ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: *Shook, Daniel* <daniel.shook(a)hsc.wvu.edu> Date: Thursday, August 4, 2016 Subject: FW: DISTRACTED BEHAVIOR TASK FORCE - Consensus Statement FINAL To: "Abildso, Christiaan" <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Amy Pratt < alpratt(a)mix.wvu.edu>, "Amy.M.Boggs(a)wv.gov" <Amy.M.Boggs(a)wv.gov>, Andrew Denny <adenny1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Barbara Watkins <barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Bill Kawecki <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>, "Coben, Jeffrey" <jcoben(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Cohen, Stanley" < Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Coole, Charles" <ccoole(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, " ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov" <ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov>, Debbie Cain < sunnybeewv(a)gmail.com>, "Denzine, Gypsy" <Gypsy.Denzine(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Dwight Harshbarger < dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Frank McGhee <femcghee(a)comcast.net>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, "Hand, Gregory" <gahand(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Hartsell, Kimberly" < Kim.Hartsell(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jay Redmond city council 6th ward <theredmonds(a)comcast.net>, "jenmac71(a)yahoo.com" < jenmac71(a)yahoo.com>, Jennifer <jselin(a)hotmail.com>, Jessica Bladow < jbladow(a)ssc-llc.com>, Jimmie Simmons <jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, " jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com" <jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum < jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, "Jones, Emily" <Emily.Jones(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kathryn Long <klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Mike Fike <micynster(a)gmail.com>, "Misra, Ranjita" <RAMISRA(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "mmccabe(a)morgantownwv.gov" < mmccabe(a)morgantownwv.gov>, Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board < walkmgw(a)yahoo.com>, Nicole Gauthier-Schatz <nicolegauthierschatz(a)gmail.com>, "Nutter, Roy" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Pape, Olivia" < olivia.pape(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Pierskalla, Chad" <cpierska(a)wvu.edu>, "Reger-Nash, Bill" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Ryan Simonton <rsimonton(a)morgantownwv.gov>, "Rye, James" < Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Saba Ashfaq <sashfaq(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Samantha Shawley < sshawley(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, "Shook, Daniel" < daniel.shook(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Stout, Margaret" <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu> Good morning! First, I want to thank the Pedestrian Safety Board for allowing me to become a part of a great endeavor! Since I’ve gotten older with more aches and pains running is not on my list of activities I can do. I’ve adopted walking which provides many of the health benefits of running. Thank you! As the director of the WVU-Greater Morgantown Safe Communities Initiative one of my major efforts will be to connect all of the tremendous efforts in our community for the purpose of keeping us safe and healthy! My purpose is not to eliminate or render ineffective any group, individual or effort attempting to improve our safety and wellbeing. On the contrary, I believe our collective strengths make us stronger. I’ve primarily coached team sports in my life and the teams I could blend individual strengths together as one were usually more successful. The reason I’m rambling on about this is because during my first meeting with the Pedestrian Safety Board I became aware that some of our efforts were being addressed by other groups as well. I’m sharing the email below because as the WVU-Injury Control Research Center and Safe Communities Initiative held the Distracted Behavior Task Force meeting others such as the Pedestrian Board had the same vision. Also, I discovered today that WVU has a program, Heads Up! WV, that appears to be pursuing pedestrian/cyclist safety. So, as I continue forward in my role I think it would be neat if somehow all of us wanting to make a difference in our community can find an efficient way to pursue our common vision together. In August I have scheduled a WVU-Greater Morgantown Safe Communities Advisory Committee. I’ve attempted to identify individuals in the community that represent focus areas in a safe community network. In September, I plan to convene a much larger meeting of all of the partners that had previously collaborated on the Safe Communities Initiative which led to our national accreditation. Maybe at that time we can figure out how to work together to achieve the same goal. I had been in Morgantown and on this job for a very short time when we went through the accreditation process. Prior to the beginning of the last day of the accreditation team’s survey of us I had breakfast with Dr. Lee Smith, Director of the Mon County Health Department. I shared with him that I’ve seen many silos, pockets of excellence in the community. We just needed to get everyone connected. He smiled and said that those were ”cylinders of excellence”! We chuckled and then agreed we need to get those cylinders in the same engine to move us forward. I trust you agree! Take care! *[image: Dansign]* *Daniel S. Shook, Ph.D*., Director The WVU Greater Morgantown Safe Communities Initiative WVU Injury Control Research Center P.O. Box 9151 Morgantown, West Virginia 26506-9151 *Office: 304-293-8408* *Cell: 614-448-7168* [image: SCA_West Virginia University Greater Morgantown_logo_4C] *From:* Shook, Daniel *Sent:* Thursday, August 04, 2016 10:26 AM *To:* 'Ed Preston' <epreston(a)morgantownwv.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','epreston(a)morgantownwv.gov');>>; Harold Sperringer (hsperringer(a)morgantownwv.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','hsperringer(a)morgantownwv.gov');>) < hsperringer(a)morgantownwv.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','hsperringer(a)morgantownwv.gov');>>; 'Matt Solomon' <msolomon(a)morgantownwv.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','msolomon(a)morgantownwv.gov');>>; 'Bob Roberts' <Bob.Roberts(a)mail.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','Bob.Roberts(a)mail.wvu.edu');>>; P. M. Palmer ( ppalmer(a)monsheriff.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','ppalmer(a)monsheriff.com');>) < ppalmer(a)monsheriff.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','ppalmer(a)monsheriff.com');>>; David Wilfong ( dwilfong(a)monsheriff.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','dwilfong(a)monsheriff.com');>) < dwilfong(a)monsheriff.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','dwilfong(a)monsheriff.com');>>; Damien Davis ( ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov');>) < ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov');>>; Devin E. Barger (devin.e.barger(a)wvsp.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','devin.e.barger(a)wvsp.gov');>) < devin.e.barger(a)wvsp.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','devin.e.barger(a)wvsp.gov');>>; Amy Boggs ( Amy.M.Boggs(a)wv.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','Amy.M.Boggs(a)wv.gov');>) < Amy.M.Boggs(a)wv.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','Amy.M.Boggs(a)wv.gov');>>; Lisa Hall (lhall(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','lhall(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com');>) < lhall(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','lhall(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com');>>; Jolene Willard (jolene.c.willard(a)wv.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','jolene.c.willard(a)wv.gov');>) < jolene.c.willard(a)wv.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','jolene.c.willard(a)wv.gov');>>; Sayres, Sheena < SSAYRES(a)hsc.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','SSAYRES(a)hsc.wvu.edu');>>; Cink, Jane <jycink(a)hsc.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','jycink(a)hsc.wvu.edu');>>; 'Julie Merow' < jemerow(a)mix.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','jemerow(a)mix.wvu.edu');>>; Tyler Brewster (tjbrewster(a)mix.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','tjbrewster(a)mix.wvu.edu');>) < tjbrewster(a)mix.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','tjbrewster(a)mix.wvu.edu');>>; Robert Bossarte ( rbossarte(a)hsc.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','rbossarte(a)hsc.wvu.edu');>) < rbossarte(a)hsc.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','rbossarte(a)hsc.wvu.edu');>>; Rudisill, Toni < trudisill(a)hsc.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','trudisill(a)hsc.wvu.edu');>>; Linn, Herb ( hlinn2(a)hsc.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','hlinn2(a)hsc.wvu.edu');>) < hlinn2(a)hsc.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','hlinn2(a)hsc.wvu.edu');>>; Dave Harshbarger (harshbargerd(a)wvumedicine.org <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','harshbargerd(a)wvumedicine.org');>) < harshbargerd(a)wvumedicine.org <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','harshbargerd(a)wvumedicine.org');>>; Eldon Callen (eldonc(a)msn.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','eldonc(a)msn.com');>) < eldonc(a)msn.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','eldonc(a)msn.com');>>; Mayor Marti Shamberger (mshamberger(a)morgantownwv.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','mshamberger(a)morgantownwv.gov');>) < mshamberger(a)morgantownwv.gov <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','mshamberger(a)morgantownwv.gov');>>; Mayor Patty Lewis (gmmayor(a)wvgranville.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','gmmayor(a)wvgranville.com');>) < gmmayor(a)wvgranville.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','gmmayor(a)wvgranville.com');>>; Diane Rogers ( MonCountyPFS(a)gmail.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','MonCountyPFS(a)gmail.com');>) < MonCountyPFS(a)gmail.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','MonCountyPFS(a)gmail.com');>>; Barbara Fleischauer <friendsofbarbara(a)gmail.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','friendsofbarbara(a)gmail.com');>> *Subject:* DISTRACTED BEHAVIOR TASK FORCE - Consensus Statement FINAL Hello everyone! Because I’ll be leaving to head to Chicago for the national conference for Safe Communities America I wanted to forward this document which is a product of meeting in July. Moving forward I will update all task force participants as to activity directed at reducing the impact of distracted behaviors on injuries and deaths in our city, county and state. We will stay on this….we owe to the young child, young mother or father that may never come home because a preventable death or injury occurred because of a selfish act. We can really LIVE without our phones because others will LIVE without us using our phones! Thank you for your participation and feedback on the development of the consensus statement! *[image: Dansign]* *Daniel S. Shook, Ph.D*., Director The WVU Greater Morgantown Safe Communities Initiative WVU Injury Control Research Center P.O. Box 9151 Morgantown, West Virginia 26506-9151 *Office: 304-293-8408* *Cell: 614-448-7168* [image: SCA_West Virginia University Greater Morgantown_logo_4C]

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Reminder: Bike Board Meeting this Thursday, August 4th @ 6:30pm!
by Christina Hunt 01 Aug '16

01 Aug '16

Updated July minutes are attached - if you have any changes, please let me know. See you Thursday! Thanks, Christina 304-282-4441

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August Agenda, Fall BFC Application Review Draft: Become a Local Reviewer!
by Drew Gatlin 30 Jul '16

30 Jul '16

Howdy folks, Amazing things are happening! Make sure to come to the meeting next week to get the scoop. If you can't, that's all-right too. Just read the agenda / minutes and monitor your emails. Come for talk on new engineering updates, and to meet the new engineering hire! Stare in awe at fresh designs for educational stickers! Stick around for budgeting our 2016 escrow account and figure out what kind of classes we'll teach this fall and spring. Plus, the 2017 Bike Summit and so much more, wahoo! An updated July minutes with a few changes will be available by the end of this weekend, so keep an eye out for that too. It will include the discussion we had last month regarding confident city cycling classes. Finally, please see this attached review draft of the BFC application. It is subject to change, for sure, but not by much. We are very close to moving this off our plates (it's due August 16th). Please consider becoming a local reviewer, or, better yet - helping to recruit cyclists outside of the Bike Board who might be willing to be a local reviewer. Find more info here: http://bikeleague.org/content/become-local-reviewer As you review the BFC application, due to unfortunate technology oversights, please have both the "preview application" and the "review draft" open side-by-side so you can view the options we did NOT choose. I kindly solicit any and all feedback. Please note your feedback in a separate file with the question number next to your words. For example: question B2a, Drew, I think you may be misinterpreting the bicycle plan, please reconsider the first paragraph as our community has not necessarily recommended these types of infrastructure along the lines you suggest. Ride on, Drew

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July Draft Meeting Minutes
by Christina Hunt 17 Jul '16

17 Jul '16

Hello everyone, Here are the draft minutes from our July 7 meeting. Please let me know if you have questions or if you see any errors. Thank you! Christina

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike parking ordinance success!
by Jennifer Selin 15 Jul '16

15 Jul '16

Excellent work!!!!' Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 On Jul 14, 2016, at 8:15 PM, Christina Hunt <christina.j.hunt(a)gmail.com> wrote:

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Bike parking ordinance success!
by Christina Hunt 15 Jul '16

15 Jul '16

Hi all - the Planning Commission voted in favor of the bike parking ordinance tonight! Woohoo! Next step: on to City Council. We'll keep you posted on the date and agenda order. Special thanks to all the Jo(h)ns who worked on this! Cheers!

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Bike Storage Ordinance at Planning Commission meeting - tomorrow 7/14 @ 6:30pm
by Christina Hunt 14 Jul '16

14 Jul '16

Hi all, Just a reminder that the Planning Commission will be reviewing the proposed bike storage ordinance tomorrow. It looks like this is the first item on the agenda <http://www.morgantownwv.gov/government/commissions/planning-commission/agen…> . If you can, please come to City Council Chambers tomorrow (July 14) at 6:30pm to show your support! For more information on what they're reviewing: http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/TX16-03_Admin_Bicycle-Storag… Thanks, Christina

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Drive-thru policy for cyclists...
by Chip Wamsley 13 Jul '16

13 Jul '16

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Derek, Well done, and as Harry said your 4th point is left hanging. I never really though about the limited hours for cyclists and pedestrians, until I read your response. They used to have a walk in lobby connected to the drive through in the 80's, but I think that went away with the construction of their new building. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Harry Grandon" Harry.Grandon(a)wpglimcher.com Sent: 7/12/2016 12:28:40 PM To: "Derek Springston" dspringston(a)gmail.com, "Bike Board - Morgantown" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... Derek - Great response. Non-confrontational, non-threatening, all the good stuff. I noticed that under your "benefits" section, item 4 seems to be an incomplete thought. Don't know where you were going there but probably need to fix that. Nicely done ... HARRY GRANDON, CSM, CMD General Manager WP Glimcher - MORGANTOWN MALL 9500 Mall Road Morgantown, WV 26501 304.983.6200 harry.grandon(a)wpglimcher.com morgantownmall.com From: bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com [bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com] On Behalf Of Derek Springston [dspringston(a)gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, July 12, 2016 12:17 PM To: Bike Board - Morgantown Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... Hi all, As you've probably seen, I've been told at BBT that I'm not allowed to use the drive-thrus due to safety. I discussed with those in attendance at the last Bike Board meeting and promised to present a draft email to the group so that you have the opportunity to fine tune a response. Here is my draft.. Please take a serious look at this and provide some solid constructive advice to my response. I think we may have alot of opportunity with this, but also want to be cautious not to make things worse! Thanks! ~Derek DRAFT: ------- Angela and Lydia, Thanks for the response to my concerns about not being able to use BBT's drive-thru. I hope this finds you having a great day! While I'm disappointed in the initial response for my personal banking needs, I would like to constructively engage with BBT about some potential options that would provide more flexibility and serve the Morgantown community more effectively. To be clear, I am a member of the Morgantown Municipal Bike Board, but want to make sure that at this point, this is my personal response after a bit of input from the Bike Board. First of all, I believe that limiting cycling and pedestrian access to only motorized vehicles at drive-thru windows creates a disadvantage to working professionals who use alternative transportation, low-income individuals and families who may not have a car, disabled individuals, car owners who happen to commute using other transportation modes from time-to-time, and likely countless other folks. While I understand liability concerns, and likely insurance requirements, I can't help but think that there has to be a way to more openly serve all folks, despite their mode, choice, or limitation of transportation. Morgantown is currently West Virginia's only Bicycle Friendly Community and only 5 businesses in the state have been recognized as Bicycle Friendly Businesses. Please strongly consider becoming recognized this way. Potential ways that could help you get a Bicycle Friendly Business designation could include: Creating a walk-up window on either the drive-thru or main branch building connected to sidewalks that would allow cyclists and pedestrians to be served after 4pm Mon-Thurs or on Saturdays. Install a bike/pedestrian lane, which could potentially involve little more than paint and signage Extend lobby hours in order for pedestrians/cyclists to still have access to branch employees after 4pm Mon/Thurs and/or Saturday. I know you have a bike rack on High Street, so I'd be happy to lock my bike up and come in. I see many benefits to BBT supporting cyclists (and pedestrians): Less impact on pavement and infrastructure reducing BBT maintenance costs. Positive publicity regarding Bicycle Friendly Business and through word-of-mouth communication Potentially more clients Healthier clients who will maintain accounts longer and provide BBT with Reduction in traffic and vehicle pollution at drive-thrus Increased money from cycling/pedestrian customers in checking/savings/other account due to savings benefits from not driving a vehicle (I save conservatively $100-200 every month by cycling, which ends up being held at your bank in my accounts). As a side note, on June 25th, while using the Spruce Street drive-thru ATM in a vehicle with my family, I witnessed not one, but two people not in vehicles using your drive-thru (one at the ATM and one at the lane adjacent and closest to the tellers). See attached photos. Also, on July 1st, while traveling, I witnessed another individual stepping out of his vehicle to use the drive-thru ATM in Summersville at the 815 Northside Drive location. To me this clearly shows the need for BBT to re-evaluate and work with individuals who need additional options for service at your drive-thrus and branches, especially if safety and liability are of concern. On the other hand, I bet that if accident statistics and financial data were looked at, the benefits to allowing cyclists to use the drive-thus far outweigh the liabilities. Have there been any documented cases of cyclists being injured by vehicles in your drive-thrus that ended up costing BBT money? Another consideration might be to look at how much damage is done to drive-thrus and building infrastructure at BBT by vehicles vs. cyclists/pedestrians. I imagine alot of money could be saved by reducing vehicle collisions at your locations. Anyway, I look forward to BBT's response concerning moving forward to assist all of your customers, while potentially benefiting your business. Thanks for your time and have a great day! ~Derek Springston ? Cyclist and Morgantown Bike Board Member ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Holdsworth, Angela AHoldsworth(a)bbandt.com Date: Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 10:41 AM Subject: RE: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... To: Derek Springston dspringston(a)gmail.com Cc: "Whipkey, Lydia" LWhipkey(a)bbandt.com Good Morning Derek, In Lydias absence today, I wanted follow up with you in regards to your concern about BBT restricting Drive Thru use for motor vehicles. Lydia consulted our Security team and while we do not have a written policy to share, it has been the practice of BBT to prohibit transacting business with clients not in/on a motorized vehicle. This is strictly for the safety of both our clients and our associates. While the State of WV has guidelines about bicycles on public roads, BBT Drive Thrus are private property, and therefore, are subject to these procedures due to safety concerns. This would include individuals on foot as well. We certainly appreciate your business and value your loyalty to BBT. Have a great weekend! Angela Holdsworth BBT Vice President Market Leader VI Morgantown Main/Morgantown Mall Morgantown, WV 26505 P: (304) 285-5640 F: (304) 285-2327 NMLS# 431326 From: Derek Springston [mailto:dspringston@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, June 21, 2016 10:08 AM To: Holdsworth, Angela Cc: Whipkey, Lydia Subject: Re: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... Angela and Lydia, I hope you're both having a good day! Have you made any progress on locating where in BBT policy it states that I can't be served as a cyclist in the drive-thru? I believe I've communicated with at least four BBT employees and have perhaps an additional one or two more that are supposed to be looking into this, and so far no one has been able to show me where in BBT policy it says I can't be served. When would you expect to be able to get back with me with the policy or where I can find the policy that excludes me? Again, thanks for your time and have a nice day! ~C. Derek Springston ?? Cyclist and Morgantown Bike Board Member On Thu, Jun 16, 2016 at 11:47 AM, Holdsworth, Angela AHoldsworth(a)bbandt.com wrote: Hi Derek, I did get your voicemail, and certainly understand your concern. That policy has been in place to protect the safety of our clients based on our insurance requirements, but I have passed along your concern to my Operations Manager who is seeking out more information and will respond to you directly. Thank you for your business ! Angela Holdsworth BBT Vice President Market Leader VI Morgantown Main/Morgantown Mall Morgantown, WV 26505 P: (304) 285-5640 F: (304) 285-2327 NMLS# 431326 From: Derek Springston [mailto:dspringston@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, June 16, 2016 11:33 AM To: Holdsworth, Angela Subject: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... Angela, I hope this finds you well today! Yesterday, around 5pm, I rode my bicycle up to the drive-thru window at the Spruce Street location, as I've done dozens of times since I became a BBT customer in approximately 1998 or 1999. The teller was pleasant enough to go ahead and make the deposit, but she told me that BBT isn't really supposed to serve me on a bicycle. I asked her why they couldn't serve me in the future, and she stated that BBT had safety concerns, and that the drive-thru was reserved for vehicles. She then pointed to a sign that was posted to the window essentially stating the same thing. I debated with her a bit on the fact that I view my bike as a vehicle. I didn't bring this up while there, but according to WV state code 17C-11-2 and Morgantown 373.02 say bicyclists have the same rights and duties as drivers of vehicles. I also asked her if she could show me where in BBT policy it states that I can't be served and asked for her card so I could follow-up. She said she was out of cards, but handed me your card, to which I called and left a message yesterday around 6pm. I was polite (even though a little out of breath and winded from riding), and even told her I wasn't trying to get anyone in trouble. I just want to know what the BBT policy said, and that I'd follow up or make a decision once I figure out what my rights are in your drive-thru. I've ridden on roads for approximately 20-25 years and have a commuting cyclist for over 10 years and have not had one accident/collision with a vehicle or damaged any personal property as a result of cycling, despite logging likely tens of thousands of miles. I'd like to discuss some of the benefits of cycling, but I'll save that for later when we determine what your policy actually states. I also called in to BBT's customer service line, and they couldn't find anything in their policies that stated that I couldn't be served, but he said it's common for local branches to tell folks they have to be in vehicles (he didn't say motorized though). They've escalated my call and said they'll be looking into it further. I explained to them that I've driven my car to work once in the last month, and that my schedule makes it difficult to get to the bank when their branches are open. However, it's frequently possible and easy on my way home via bike to deposit at the drive-thru. Plus, I had $700 in cash that I hadn't been able to deposit for days due to my schedule and felt strongly about getting it in the bank. Thanks for you time! Have a great day and look forward to hearing from you regarding my experience in the drive-thru. Sincerely, ~C. Derek Springston Cyclist and Morgantown Bike Board Member -- Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. -John F. Kennedy "...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House' The information in this transmission may contain proprietary and non-public information of BBT or its affiliates and may be subject to protection under the law. The message is intended for the sole use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, you are notified that any use, distribution or copying of the message is strictly prohibited. If you received this message in error, please delete the material from your system without reading the content and notify the sender immediately of the inadvertent transmission. -- Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. -John F. Kennedy "...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House' -- Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. -John F. Kennedy "...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House' -- CONFIDENTIAL, PROTECTED AND NON-BINDING STATEMENT: This email and all other electronic communications from WP GLIMCHER, or any of its affiliates and their respective representatives are for informational purposes only and contains information that may be confidential, be protected by the attorney-client or other applicable privileges or constitute non-public information. No such communication is intended by the sender to constitute an electronic signature, electronic record or any agreement by the sender to conduct a transaction by electronic means. 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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Drive-thru policy for cyclists...
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Jul '16

08 Jul '16

Thanks, Ken. There are some interesting links. Portland showed that we need a win-win solution. Our Bicycle Board is developing a City Bicycle Friendly Business award. At tonight’s Bicycle Board meeting, we discussed providing the City’s Bicycle Friendly Business award to banks that allow bicyclists to use their drive-thru. Frank > On Jul 7, 2016, at 3:41 PM, Ken McLeod <ken(a)bikeleague.org> wrote: > > Hi Frank and Derek, > > Unfortunately the League has not been intimately involved in changing rules so that bicyclists are accepted at drive-thrus. There are two examples of changes that may be helpful to you though: > 1. The regional fast food chain Burgerville suffered public backlash for prohibiting bicyclists from using its drive-thrus and adopted a policy <http://bikeportland.org/2009/08/14/burgerville-bikes-now-welcome-in-all-dri…> of allowing bicyclists in drive-thrus back in 2009. They may be a good business to contact to see if you can get a statement about their experience with that policy and whether “safety” fears or insurance rate increases materialized. > a. It may be worth noting that they are located in and around Portland and primarily market themselves based upon sustainability and health (even though they are a burger chain). Also, if you’re ever in the Portland area, they’re totally worth trying. > 2. Salt Lake City passed an ordinance <http://www.good4utah.com/contact/brian-carlson/salt-lake-city-okays-fast-fo…> in 2015 requiring businesses to serve people on bicycles at drive-thrus. Unfortunately, the state assembly passed a law <http://le.utah.gov/~2015/bills/static/HB0160.html> that undermined the ordinance by removing the city’s ability to require businesses to serve people on bicycles. This article <http://www.sltrib.com/news/2150292-155/bikes-at-the-drive-thru-city-legisla…> about that law mentions that Maine has a law that addresses using a drive-thru on a bike or by foot – and it protects businesses from liability, presumably making businesses more willing to allow the use of the drive-thru by people who bike or walk. > > Another thing to bring up might be to draw parallels to schools that prohibit biking to school, and how this has actually led to greater liability in some cases <http://www.changelabsolutions.org/sites/default/files/Backing-Off_Bike-Bans…>. Specifically, as discussed in that pdf, the business may be creating a duty to enforce its policy and be liable if it fails to do so. > > I hope that this information helps. Please let me know if you have any questions or if there’s anything that we can do to help. > > Best, > > Ken > > KEN MCLEOD, State & Local Policy Manager > KEN(a)BIKELEAGUE.ORG <mailto:KEN@BIKELEAGUE.ORG> | 202-621-5447 > THE LEAGUE OF AMERICAN BICYCLISTS > WWW.BIKELEAGUE.ORG/BIKELAWS <http://bikeleague.org/bikelaws> > TWITTER <https://twitter.com/BikeLeague> | FACEBOOK <http://www.facebook.com/leagueamericanbicyclists> | YOUTUBE <http://www.youtube.com/user/bikeleaguevideo> > > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com <mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com>] > Sent: Wednesday, July 06, 2016 4:54 PM > To: Ken McLeod > Cc: Bicycle Board > Subject: Fwd: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... > > Hi Ken, > > You’ve helped me tremendously a couple years ago when I was researching 3-foot laws. You probably know more about bicycle law than anyone I know. So, I must ask you, has the LAB succeeded in turning around any businesses that refuse to serve bicyclists at their drive-thrus? > > Below is a dialog between Derek, one of Morgantown’s Municipal Bicycle Board members who is a regular bicycle commuter and employees of BB&T bank that are refusing to serve Derek when he is on his bike in their drive-thru. They don’t have a written policy and they’re saying they’re refusing service for safety reasons. (I think they’re trying to avoid litigation and maybe they’d serve bicyclists if they saw litigation coming for not serving bicyclists.) > > Maybe you’ve also dealt with this on you new job a BFC honcho? > > We appreciate any help or insights you could give us. > > Frank D. Gmeindl > LCI #1703 > 491 Wilson Avenue > Morgantown, WV 26501 > 304-376-0446 > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > >> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >> From: Holdsworth, Angela <AHoldsworth(a)bbandt.com <mailto:AHoldsworth@bbandt.com>> >> Date: Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 10:41 AM >> Subject: RE: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... >> To: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com <mailto:dspringston@gmail.com>> >> Cc: "Whipkey, Lydia" <LWhipkey(a)bbandt.com <mailto:LWhipkey@bbandt.com>> >> >> >> Good Morning Derek, >> In Lydia’s absence today, I wanted follow up with you in regards to your concern about BB&T restricting Drive Thru use for motor vehicles. >> Lydia consulted our Security team and while we do not have a written policy to share, it has been the practice of BB&T to prohibit transacting business with clients not in/on a motorized vehicle. This is strictly for the safety of both our clients and our associates. >> >> While the State of WV has guidelines about bicycles on public roads, BB&T Drive Thrus are private property, and therefore, are subject to these procedures due to safety concerns. This would include individuals on foot as well. >> >> We certainly appreciate your business and value your loyalty to BB&T. >> Have a great weekend! >> >> Angela Holdsworth >> BB&T Vice President >> Market Leader VI >> Morgantown Main/Morgantown Mall >> Morgantown, WV 26505 >> >> P: (304) 285-5640 <tel:%28304%29%20285-5640> >> F: (304) 285-2327 <tel:%28304%29%20285-2327> >> NMLS# 431326 >> >> From: Derek Springston [mailto:dspringston@gmail.com <mailto:dspringston@gmail.com>] >> Sent: Tuesday, June 21, 2016 10:08 AM >> To: Holdsworth, Angela >> Cc: Whipkey, Lydia >> Subject: Re: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... >> >> Angela and Lydia, >> I hope you're both having a good day! Have you made any progress on locating where in BB&T policy it states that I can't be served as a cyclist in the drive-thru? I believe I've communicated with at least four BB&T employees and have perhaps an additional one or two more that are supposed to be looking into this, and so far no one has been able to show me where in BB&T policy it says I can't be served. When would you expect to be able to get back with me with the policy or where I can find the policy that excludes me? >> Again, thanks for your time and have a nice day! >> >> ~C. Derek Springston >> Cyclist and Morgantown Bike Board Member >> >> On Thu, Jun 16, 2016 at 11:47 AM, Holdsworth, Angela <AHoldsworth(a)bbandt.com <mailto:AHoldsworth@bbandt.com>> wrote: >> Hi Derek, >> I did get your voicemail, and certainly understand your concern. >> That policy has been in place to protect the safety of our clients based on our insurance requirements, but I have passed along your concern to my Operations Manager who is seeking out more information and will respond to you directly. >> >> Thank you for your business ! >> >> Angela Holdsworth >> BB&T Vice President >> Market Leader VI >> Morgantown Main/Morgantown Mall >> Morgantown, WV 26505 >> >> P: (304) 285-5640 <tel:%28304%29%20285-5640> >> F: (304) 285-2327 <tel:%28304%29%20285-2327> >> NMLS# 431326 >> >> From: Derek Springston [mailto:dspringston@gmail.com <mailto:dspringston@gmail.com>] >> Sent: Thursday, June 16, 2016 11:33 AM >> To: Holdsworth, Angela >> Subject: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... >> >> Angela, >> I hope this finds you well today! >> >> Yesterday, around 5pm, I rode my bicycle up to the drive-thru window at the Spruce Street location, as I've done dozens of times since I became a BB&T customer in approximately 1998 or 1999. The teller was pleasant enough to go ahead and make the deposit, but she told me that BB&T isn't really supposed to serve me on a bicycle. I asked her why they couldn't serve me in the future, and she stated that BB&T had safety concerns, and that the drive-thru was reserved for vehicles. She then pointed to a sign that was posted to the window essentially stating the same thing. I debated with her a bit on the fact that I view my bike as a vehicle. I didn't bring this up while there, but according to WV state code 17C-11-2 and Morgantown 373.02 say bicyclists have the same rights and duties as drivers of vehicles. >> >> I also asked her if she could show me where in BB&T policy it states that I can't be served and asked for her card so I could follow-up. She said she was out of cards, but handed me your card, to which I called and left a message yesterday around 6pm. I was polite (even though a little out of breath and winded from riding), and even told her I wasn't trying to get anyone in trouble. I just want to know what the BB&T policy said, and that I'd follow up or make a decision once I figure out what my rights are in your drive-thru. >> >> I've ridden on roads for approximately 20-25 years and have a commuting cyclist for over 10 years and have not had one accident/collision with a vehicle or damaged any personal property as a result of cycling, despite logging likely tens of thousands of miles. I'd like to discuss some of the benefits of cycling, but I'll save that for later when we determine what your policy actually states. >> >> I also called in to BB&T's customer service line, and they couldn't find anything in their policies that stated that I couldn't be served, but he said it's common for local branches to tell folks they have to be in vehicles (he didn't say motorized though). They've escalated my call and said they'll be looking into it further. I explained to them that I've driven my car to work once in the last month, and that my schedule makes it difficult to get to the bank when their branches are open. However, it's frequently possible and easy on my way home via bike to deposit at the drive-thru. Plus, I had $700 in cash that I hadn't been able to deposit for days due to my schedule and felt strongly about getting it in the bank. >> Thanks for you time! Have a great day and look forward to hearing from you regarding my experience in the drive-thru. >> >> Sincerely, >> >> ~C. Derek Springston >> Cyclist and Morgantown Bike Board Member >> >> >> >> >> -- >> Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha >> “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy >> "...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King >> "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House' >> >> >> >> The information in this transmission may contain proprietary and non-public information of BB&T or its affiliates and may be subject to protection under the law. The message is intended for the sole use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, you are notified that any use, distribution or copying of the message is strictly prohibited. If you received this message in error, please delete the material from your system without reading the content and notify the sender immediately of the inadvertent transmission. >> >> >> >> -- >> Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha >> “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy >> "...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King >> "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House' >> >> >> >> >> -- >> Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha >> “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy >> "...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King >> "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House' >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com <mailto:Bikeboard@bikemorgantown.com> >> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard <http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard> > > -- > > CONFIDENTIAL, PROTECTED AND NON-BINDING STATEMENT: This email and all other electronic communications from WP GLIMCHER, or any of its affiliates and their respective representatives are for informational purposes only and contains information that may be confidential, be protected by the attorney-client or other applicable privileges or constitute non-public information. No such communication is intended by the sender to constitute an electronic signature, electronic record or any agreement by the sender to conduct a transaction by electronic means. 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Fwd: Fwd: Drive-thru policy for cyclists...
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Jul '16

07 Jul '16

Here’s Ken McLeod’s reply to my request for help on the drive-thru issue. Some interesting links but not as good as Drew’s summary of his research. Frank > Begin forwarded message: > > From: Ken McLeod <ken(a)bikeleague.org> > Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... > Date: July 7, 2016 at 3:41:56 PM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Cc: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> > > Hi Frank and Derek, > > Unfortunately the League has not been intimately involved in changing rules so that bicyclists are accepted at drive-thrus. There are two examples of changes that may be helpful to you though: > 1. The regional fast food chain Burgerville suffered public backlash for prohibiting bicyclists from using its drive-thrus and adopted a policy <http://bikeportland.org/2009/08/14/burgerville-bikes-now-welcome-in-all-dri…> of allowing bicyclists in drive-thrus back in 2009. They may be a good business to contact to see if you can get a statement about their experience with that policy and whether “safety” fears or insurance rate increases materialized. > a. It may be worth noting that they are located in and around Portland and primarily market themselves based upon sustainability and health (even though they are a burger chain). Also, if you’re ever in the Portland area, they’re totally worth trying. > 2. Salt Lake City passed an ordinance <http://www.good4utah.com/contact/brian-carlson/salt-lake-city-okays-fast-fo…> in 2015 requiring businesses to serve people on bicycles at drive-thrus. Unfortunately, the state assembly passed a law <http://le.utah.gov/~2015/bills/static/HB0160.html> that undermined the ordinance by removing the city’s ability to require businesses to serve people on bicycles. This article <http://www.sltrib.com/news/2150292-155/bikes-at-the-drive-thru-city-legisla…> about that law mentions that Maine has a law that addresses using a drive-thru on a bike or by foot – and it protects businesses from liability, presumably making businesses more willing to allow the use of the drive-thru by people who bike or walk. > > Another thing to bring up might be to draw parallels to schools that prohibit biking to school, and how this has actually led to greater liability in some cases <http://www.changelabsolutions.org/sites/default/files/Backing-Off_Bike-Bans…>. Specifically, as discussed in that pdf, the business may be creating a duty to enforce its policy and be liable if it fails to do so. > > I hope that this information helps. Please let me know if you have any questions or if there’s anything that we can do to help. > > Best, > > Ken > > KEN MCLEOD, State & Local Policy Manager > KEN(a)BIKELEAGUE.ORG <mailto:KEN@BIKELEAGUE.ORG> | 202-621-5447 > THE LEAGUE OF AMERICAN BICYCLISTS > WWW.BIKELEAGUE.ORG/BIKELAWS <http://bikeleague.org/bikelaws> > TWITTER <https://twitter.com/BikeLeague> | FACEBOOK <http://www.facebook.com/leagueamericanbicyclists> | YOUTUBE <http://www.youtube.com/user/bikeleaguevideo> > > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com <mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com>] > Sent: Wednesday, July 06, 2016 4:54 PM > To: Ken McLeod > Cc: Bicycle Board > Subject: Fwd: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... > > Hi Ken, > > You’ve helped me tremendously a couple years ago when I was researching 3-foot laws. You probably know more about bicycle law than anyone I know. So, I must ask you, has the LAB succeeded in turning around any businesses that refuse to serve bicyclists at their drive-thrus? > > Below is a dialog between Derek, one of Morgantown’s Municipal Bicycle Board members who is a regular bicycle commuter and employees of BB&T bank that are refusing to serve Derek when he is on his bike in their drive-thru. They don’t have a written policy and they’re saying they’re refusing service for safety reasons. (I think they’re trying to avoid litigation and maybe they’d serve bicyclists if they saw litigation coming for not serving bicyclists.) > > Maybe you’ve also dealt with this on you new job a BFC honcho? > > We appreciate any help or insights you could give us. > > Frank D. Gmeindl > LCI #1703 > 491 Wilson Avenue > Morgantown, WV 26501 > 304-376-0446 > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > >> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >> From: Holdsworth, Angela <AHoldsworth(a)bbandt.com <mailto:AHoldsworth@bbandt.com>> >> Date: Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 10:41 AM >> Subject: RE: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... >> To: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com <mailto:dspringston@gmail.com>> >> Cc: "Whipkey, Lydia" <LWhipkey(a)bbandt.com <mailto:LWhipkey@bbandt.com>> >> >> >> Good Morning Derek, >> In Lydia’s absence today, I wanted follow up with you in regards to your concern about BB&T restricting Drive Thru use for motor vehicles. >> Lydia consulted our Security team and while we do not have a written policy to share, it has been the practice of BB&T to prohibit transacting business with clients not in/on a motorized vehicle. This is strictly for the safety of both our clients and our associates. >> >> While the State of WV has guidelines about bicycles on public roads, BB&T Drive Thrus are private property, and therefore, are subject to these procedures due to safety concerns. This would include individuals on foot as well. >> >> We certainly appreciate your business and value your loyalty to BB&T. >> Have a great weekend! >> >> Angela Holdsworth >> BB&T Vice President >> Market Leader VI >> Morgantown Main/Morgantown Mall >> Morgantown, WV 26505 >> >> P: (304) 285-5640 <tel:%28304%29%20285-5640> >> F: (304) 285-2327 <tel:%28304%29%20285-2327> >> NMLS# 431326 >> >> From: Derek Springston [mailto:dspringston@gmail.com <mailto:dspringston@gmail.com>] >> Sent: Tuesday, June 21, 2016 10:08 AM >> To: Holdsworth, Angela >> Cc: Whipkey, Lydia >> Subject: Re: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... >> >> Angela and Lydia, >> I hope you're both having a good day! Have you made any progress on locating where in BB&T policy it states that I can't be served as a cyclist in the drive-thru? I believe I've communicated with at least four BB&T employees and have perhaps an additional one or two more that are supposed to be looking into this, and so far no one has been able to show me where in BB&T policy it says I can't be served. When would you expect to be able to get back with me with the policy or where I can find the policy that excludes me? >> Again, thanks for your time and have a nice day! >> >> ~C. Derek Springston >> Cyclist and Morgantown Bike Board Member >> >> On Thu, Jun 16, 2016 at 11:47 AM, Holdsworth, Angela <AHoldsworth(a)bbandt.com <mailto:AHoldsworth@bbandt.com>> wrote: >> Hi Derek, >> I did get your voicemail, and certainly understand your concern. >> That policy has been in place to protect the safety of our clients based on our insurance requirements, but I have passed along your concern to my Operations Manager who is seeking out more information and will respond to you directly. >> >> Thank you for your business ! >> >> Angela Holdsworth >> BB&T Vice President >> Market Leader VI >> Morgantown Main/Morgantown Mall >> Morgantown, WV 26505 >> >> P: (304) 285-5640 <tel:%28304%29%20285-5640> >> F: (304) 285-2327 <tel:%28304%29%20285-2327> >> NMLS# 431326 >> >> From: Derek Springston [mailto:dspringston@gmail.com <mailto:dspringston@gmail.com>] >> Sent: Thursday, June 16, 2016 11:33 AM >> To: Holdsworth, Angela >> Subject: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... >> >> Angela, >> I hope this finds you well today! >> >> Yesterday, around 5pm, I rode my bicycle up to the drive-thru window at the Spruce Street location, as I've done dozens of times since I became a BB&T customer in approximately 1998 or 1999. The teller was pleasant enough to go ahead and make the deposit, but she told me that BB&T isn't really supposed to serve me on a bicycle. I asked her why they couldn't serve me in the future, and she stated that BB&T had safety concerns, and that the drive-thru was reserved for vehicles. She then pointed to a sign that was posted to the window essentially stating the same thing. I debated with her a bit on the fact that I view my bike as a vehicle. I didn't bring this up while there, but according to WV state code 17C-11-2 and Morgantown 373.02 say bicyclists have the same rights and duties as drivers of vehicles. >> >> I also asked her if she could show me where in BB&T policy it states that I can't be served and asked for her card so I could follow-up. She said she was out of cards, but handed me your card, to which I called and left a message yesterday around 6pm. I was polite (even though a little out of breath and winded from riding), and even told her I wasn't trying to get anyone in trouble. I just want to know what the BB&T policy said, and that I'd follow up or make a decision once I figure out what my rights are in your drive-thru. >> >> I've ridden on roads for approximately 20-25 years and have a commuting cyclist for over 10 years and have not had one accident/collision with a vehicle or damaged any personal property as a result of cycling, despite logging likely tens of thousands of miles. I'd like to discuss some of the benefits of cycling, but I'll save that for later when we determine what your policy actually states. >> >> I also called in to BB&T's customer service line, and they couldn't find anything in their policies that stated that I couldn't be served, but he said it's common for local branches to tell folks they have to be in vehicles (he didn't say motorized though). They've escalated my call and said they'll be looking into it further. I explained to them that I've driven my car to work once in the last month, and that my schedule makes it difficult to get to the bank when their branches are open. However, it's frequently possible and easy on my way home via bike to deposit at the drive-thru. Plus, I had $700 in cash that I hadn't been able to deposit for days due to my schedule and felt strongly about getting it in the bank. >> Thanks for you time! Have a great day and look forward to hearing from you regarding my experience in the drive-thru. >> >> Sincerely, >> >> ~C. Derek Springston >> Cyclist and Morgantown Bike Board Member >> >> >> >> >> -- >> Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha >> “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy >> "...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King >> "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House' >> >> >> >> The information in this transmission may contain proprietary and non-public information of BB&T or its affiliates and may be subject to protection under the law. The message is intended for the sole use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, you are notified that any use, distribution or copying of the message is strictly prohibited. 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Fwd: FW: Great opportunity for cycling community to show support for flood victims
by Derek Springston 07 Jul '16

07 Jul '16

BB Members, Here is an opportunity to get out on a bike for an organized event while also helping out flood victims. I haven't looked into it much, but thought I'd share! ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Derek Springston <Charles.Springston(a)mail.wvu.edu> Date: Thu, Jul 7, 2016 at 9:48 AM Subject: FW: Great opportunity for cycling community to show support for flood victims To: "dspringston(a)gmail.com" <dspringston(a)gmail.com> */* *C. Derek Springston, M.S.* Brownfields Program Associate Northern West Virginia Brownfields Assistance Center Phone: 304-293-7068; Email: Charles.Springston(a)mail.wvu.edu *From:* Kasey Russell [mailto:russell.kasey@gmail.com] *Sent:* Thursday, July 07, 2016 9:25 AM *Cc:* John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com> *Subject:* Great opportunity for cycling community to show support for flood victims Dear WVCC Members and Supporters: Despite the recent, devastating flooding in our state, our friends in the Lewisburg-Rainelle area are still committed to having the 10th annual Wheels of Hope ride scheduled for July 16th. According to John Francis, WVCC Board Member and one of the Ride Organizers, part of the posted ride was washed away and they did consider cancelling the event. However, they have decided that the 16th might be time to show folks that life is getting back to some sort of normality. Usually all the money raised from the ride goes to cancer charities and local people suffering with cancer, but this year we are directing almost all the money towards helping flood victims. John reports that the organizers have come up with a cracking loop of 37 miles with another of 25 miles set up in a way that would allow riders to add on or even repeat so as to build an almost metric up to a century. John promises it is a FANTASTIC route, and that the ride will be fully supported etc. up to the usual quality. The Wheels of Hope organizers encourage bike riders from anywhere in the region who would like to make a contribution to help other West Virginians in a time of severe crisis to come to Lewisburg and make a difference. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we had a great crowd of West Virginians and friends come in and show some love to this injured community? Please help John and the other organizers spread the word! Let’s bring our energy to Greenbrier County on the 16th! Facebook: www.facebook.com/Wheels-of-Hope-Lewisburg Website: www.gvbikeclub.com BikeReg: www.bikereg.com/30095 Please email or call me if you have any questions. Sincerely, Kasey Russell, Executive Director, WVCC 304.542.1994 -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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July General Meeting: Call for Agenda Items
by Drew Gatlin 06 Jul '16

06 Jul '16

Hello all, Please send any proposed agenda items my way before this Wednesday at 11:59pm. I'll issue our July agenda on Thursday. A few items that will definitely be present: - Final approval of bicycle storage / parking language to be sent to planning commission - Hosting 2017 WV Bike Summit - Welcoming the new city engineering hire - 2016 BFC application - Fall CCC classes Hope the summer is treating you all well! Drew

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Fwd: Drive-thru policy for cyclists...
by Derek Springston 06 Jul '16

06 Jul '16

Bike Board folks, I've requested that Drew place an item on tomorrow night's agenda to discuss how I (we) should respond to BB&T regarding their practice to not serve cyclists in their drive-thru. If you'd like to contribute to this discussion, please read the email chain below. See you tomorrow night! ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Holdsworth, Angela <AHoldsworth(a)bbandt.com> Date: Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 10:41 AM Subject: RE: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... To: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Cc: "Whipkey, Lydia" <LWhipkey(a)bbandt.com> Good Morning Derek, In Lydia’s absence today, I wanted follow up with you in regards to your concern about BB&T restricting Drive Thru use for motor vehicles. Lydia consulted our Security team and while we do not have a written policy to share, it has been the practice of BB&T to prohibit transacting business with clients not in/on a motorized vehicle. This is strictly for the safety of both our clients and our associates. While the State of WV has guidelines about bicycles on public roads, BB&T Drive Thrus are private property, and therefore, are subject to these procedures due to safety concerns. This would include individuals on foot as well. We certainly appreciate your business and value your loyalty to BB&T. Have a great weekend! Angela Holdsworth BB&T Vice President Market Leader VI Morgantown Main/Morgantown Mall Morgantown, WV 26505 P: (304) 285-5640 F: (304) 285-2327 NMLS# 431326 *From:* Derek Springston [mailto:dspringston@gmail.com] *Sent:* Tuesday, June 21, 2016 10:08 AM *To:* Holdsworth, Angela *Cc:* Whipkey, Lydia *Subject:* Re: Drive-thru policy for cyclists... Angela and Lydia, I hope you're both having a good day! Have you made any progress on locating where in BB&T policy it states that I can't be served as a cyclist in the drive-thru? I believe I've communicated with at least four BB&T employees and have perhaps an additional one or two more that are supposed to be looking into this, and so far no one has been able to show me where in BB&T policy it says I can't be served. When would you expect to be able to get back with me with the policy or where I can find the policy that excludes me? Again, thanks for your time and have a nice day! ~C. Derek Springston Cyclist and Morgantown Bike Board Member On Thu, Jun 16, 2016 at 11:47 AM, Holdsworth, Angela <AHoldsworth(a)bbandt.com> wrote: Hi Derek, I did get your voicemail, and certainly understand your concern. That policy has been in place to protect the safety of our clients based on our insurance requirements, but I have passed along your concern to my Operations Manager who is seeking out more information and will respond to you directly. Thank you for your business ! Angela Holdsworth BB&T Vice President Market Leader VI Morgantown Main/Morgantown Mall Morgantown, WV 26505 P: (304) 285-5640 F: (304) 285-2327 NMLS# 431326 *From:* Derek Springston [mailto:dspringston@gmail.com] *Sent:* Thursday, June 16, 2016 11:33 AM *To:* Holdsworth, Angela *Subject:* Drive-thru policy for cyclists... Angela, I hope this finds you well today! Yesterday, around 5pm, I rode my bicycle up to the drive-thru window at the Spruce Street location, as I've done dozens of times since I became a BB&T customer in approximately 1998 or 1999. The teller was pleasant enough to go ahead and make the deposit, but she told me that BB&T isn't really supposed to serve me on a bicycle. I asked her why they couldn't serve me in the future, and she stated that BB&T had safety concerns, and that the drive-thru was reserved for vehicles. She then pointed to a sign that was posted to the window essentially stating the same thing. I debated with her a bit on the fact that I view my bike as a vehicle. I didn't bring this up while there, but according to WV state code 17C-11-2 and Morgantown 373.02 say bicyclists have the same rights and duties as drivers of vehicles. I also asked her if she could show me where in BB&T policy it states that I can't be served and asked for her card so I could follow-up. She said she was out of cards, but handed me your card, to which I called and left a message yesterday around 6pm. I was polite (even though a little out of breath and winded from riding), and even told her I wasn't trying to get anyone in trouble. I just want to know what the BB&T policy said, and that I'd follow up or make a decision once I figure out what my rights are in your drive-thru. I've ridden on roads for approximately 20-25 years and have a commuting cyclist for over 10 years and have not had one accident/collision with a vehicle or damaged any personal property as a result of cycling, despite logging likely tens of thousands of miles. I'd like to discuss some of the benefits of cycling, but I'll save that for later when we determine what your policy actually states. I also called in to BB&T's customer service line, and they couldn't find anything in their policies that stated that I couldn't be served, but he said it's common for local branches to tell folks they have to be in vehicles (he didn't say motorized though). They've escalated my call and said they'll be looking into it further. I explained to them that I've driven my car to work once in the last month, and that my schedule makes it difficult to get to the bank when their branches are open. However, it's frequently possible and easy on my way home via bike to deposit at the drive-thru. Plus, I had $700 in cash that I hadn't been able to deposit for days due to my schedule and felt strongly about getting it in the bank. Thanks for you time! Have a great day and look forward to hearing from you regarding my experience in the drive-thru. Sincerely, ~C. Derek Springston Cyclist and Morgantown Bike Board Member -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House' *The information in this transmission may contain proprietary and non-public information of BB&T or its affiliates and may be subject to protection under the law. The message is intended for the sole use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, you are notified that any use, distribution or copying of the message is strictly prohibited. If you received this message in error, please delete the material from your system without reading the content and notify the sender immediately of the inadvertent transmission.* -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House' -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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Re: [Bikeboard] parade and more
by Jennifer Selin 01 Jul '16

01 Jul '16

Bicycles lead the Fourth of July Parade! All bicyclists, kids and adults--all ages--please decorate your bikes and meet at the top of High Street near BBT Bank at 4:30pm on the 4th to lead the parade down High Street. This is a wonderful opportunity to participate in a holiday tradition. A color guard will likely lead the parade and we will be the first group after that. Feel free to contact me with questions. There will not be a bike decorating contest this year. Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 On Jul 1, 2016, at 6:38 AM, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> wrote: Jenny Could you send me any details on the bike decorating / bike part of the parade- when, where to gather, etc. I would like to post on MRTC Facebook and would think Green Team or Positive Spin etc could do the same- Bike Board, Country Road Cyclists….. I could help spread the word but need info now. Also please call me- I am hearing rumors that BOPARC plans to pull its recycling bins out of the parks (including Hazel) and they are just dumping it all in trash now anyway. We need this to be part of Green Team efforts to change this and to get a “business” recycling dumpster for BOPARC. Dropping off stuff at your house shortly. Ella Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org 304-692-6782

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Fwd: Draft rules don't count bicyclists! We can change them!
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Jun '16

30 Jun '16

I think the Federal Highway Administration should consider bicyclists in measuring the performance of our highways. I hope you do too and that you will respond to the LAB’s call for action. I used the template that LAB provide at the link https://www.votervoice.net/BroadcastLinks/iSU4fkOOoL2tUcSa4QPu7Q <https://www.votervoice.net/BroadcastLinks/iSU4fkOOoL2tUcSa4QPu7Q> . I only changed the 6th paragraph. Instead of the wording suggested in the template, I wrote, "My state, West Virginia, my county, Monongalia and my city, Morgantown all have complete streets policies that require us to consider alternative modes of transportation in all highway projects. My city has a comprehensive bicycle plan with a goal of having 5% of all trips in our City to be by bicycle by 2020. We need data on the bicycling safety of our highways to motivate and to shape our policies and plans. To make this rule more compatible with these policies and goal, a new measure should be added to account for people traveling by modes that reduce congestion: transit, bicycling and walking.” Frank > Begin forwarded message: > > From: "Caron Whitaker" <caron(a)bikeleague.org> > Subject: Draft rules don't count bicyclists! We can change them! > Date: June 30, 2016 at 10:00:27 AM EDT > To: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Reply-To: "Caron Whitaker" <caron(a)bikeleague.org> > > > We need your help (again)! > > The Federal Highway Administration once again ignored bicyclists when determining performance measures for our transportation system. These performance measures may affect future funding to these areas- and could be a disincentive for states and communities to build biking and walking networks. > > Even though Congress just instituted a complete streets policy for the National Highway System (Main streets, arterials and other major roads), FHWA wants to measure performance of the system using a measure for drivers only. > It measures congestion by measuring delay for drivers, but gives no credit to states or metropolitan areas that invest in biking, walking or transit facilities that reduce congestion. > Finally, the rule sets goals for measuring air pollutants from transportation, but doesn't include greenhouse gases. > If these draft rules are implemented, they will hinder the ability of local governments to implement complete streets, build protected bike lanes, etc. > > We can change these rules! We've done it before! > With your help we convinced FHWA to include a safety performance measure for biking and walking. <https://www.votervoice.net/BroadcastLinks/-fEGF3jYqUho2t59PwxlxQ>We need your help again. > > Send in your own comments here. <https://www.votervoice.net/BroadcastLinks/olqtVPAEAxRg_0bwhRXzig> > > Click the link below to log in and send your message: > https://www.votervoice.net/BroadcastLinks/iSU4fkOOoL2tUcSa4QPu7Q <https://www.votervoice.net/BroadcastLinks/iSU4fkOOoL2tUcSa4QPu7Q> > You have received this message because you have subscribed to a mailing list of League of American Bicyclists. If you do not wish to receive periodic emails from this source, please click below to unsubscribe. > Click here <https://www.votervoice.net/BroadcastLinks/0uNrR0dyFR28frgDBbguNQ> to unsubscribe from this mailing list. > <https://www.votervoice.net/>

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Is Your City Ready To Take The Big Jump?
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 29 Jun '16

29 Jun '16

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: [TheThinkTank] Is Your City Ready To Take The Big Jump? Date: Wed, 29 Jun 2016 14:47:27 -0600 From: Kyle Wagenschutz <kyle(a)peopleforbikes.org> Reply-To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Today, PeopleForBikes is opening applications for an ambitious new effort called The Big Jump Project. We are looking for ten great places to join this exciting new project - places where community leaders have ambitious plans to create safe and comfortable places to ride and encourage their neighbors and co-workers to give it a try. We want places that are eager to benchmark their progress and see the benefits of a big jump in biking in healthier people and better communities. Over the next three years, we will work in a diverse portfolio of places, cities, small towns, neighborhoods, suburbs, and downtowns, that have ambitious plans to improve on-the- ground infrastructure and collaborate with the community to get more people on bikes. We are particularly interested in places where bikes can improve access to jobs and opportunity for underserved communities; connect suburban areas to transit hubs and town centers; connect to paths and parks to encourage physical activity, and catalyze the economic potential of tourism. The Big Jump Project builds on the momentum and success of the PeopleForBikes Green Lane Project that helped get protected bike lanes on the ground, into the design toolbox and established them as the gold standard for comfortable biking on busy streets. Similar to the Green Lane Project, The Big Jump Project will provide a package of support to the ten places, including technical advice, leadership development, and national media exposure - sharing the stories of their efforts through reports, videos and social media. We are accepting applications until October 28, 2016. Please visit http://www.bigjumpproject.com <http://www.bigjumpproject.com/> to learn more about the program, download a copy of the application, or register for one of the upcoming informational webinars. Tell your elected officials and transportation leaders in your community about The Big Jump Project and offer advice on places you think are ready to take The Big Jump! We look forward to reviewing strong applications from around the country. Best, * Kyle Wagenschutz* Director of Local Innovation *PeopleForBikes* P.O. Box 2359 / Boulder, CO 80306 *EMAIL:***kyle@peopleforbikes.org <mailto:kyle@peopleforbikes.org> *MOBILE:*303.886.8288 *PeopleForBikes.org <http://peopleforbikes.org>* *GreenLaneProject.org* <http://greenlaneproject.org> * *

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June draft minutes
by Christina Hunt 12 Jun '16

12 Jun '16

Hi all, Please find minutes from our June meeting attached. This meeting was unusual because we spent most of the time discussing the proposed bicycle parking ordinance with City of Morgantown staff and Planning Commission members. It's tough to condense 60+ minutes of discussion into notes, so if something is unclear or you have questions about the workshop please let me know. If you have any corrections or changes to any of the minutes, please let me know! *Volunteer Opportunities* *July 4th parade* Lead the parade down High Street! We need about 4 volunteers to help supervise and escort kids on bikes who will be leading the parade down High Street. Meet at the top of High Street at 4pm on Monday, July 4 with your bike (bonus points if it's decorated!). All children are welcome to participate. Please reply and let me know if you can do this. *Mark Your Calendar* *Sunday June 26 @ 1:00pm - Positive Spin / Country Road Cyclists group ride and potluck* Casual group ride with Country Roads Cyclists at 1:00pm, followed by a potluck at Positive Spin starting around 4:30pm. For more information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1369526756396955/ Thanks!

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Reminder: Bicycle Parking Workshop TONIGHT, plus another grant
by Drew Gatlin 02 Jun '16

02 Jun '16

Board, Tonight's the night -- we're hosting a workshop with the planning commission regarding our proposed parking ordinance update. Given that this meeting has been publicized through the planning commission, we could particularly benefit from your presence to help answer any questions from the public and developers. You can see the proposed update in its relevant attachment. Also, please review the additional two attachments regarding an additional education grant opportunity from the Governor's Highway Safety Office. You'll find the application is pretty dang simple! The other attachment is our 2010 education grant for some inspiration. Please ruminate on projects or areas of focus you would like to see included in this grant. Best, Drew

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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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General Meeting Next Thursday, May 5th: Agenda Attached
by Drew Gatlin 29 Apr '16

29 Apr '16

Dedicated advocates, Please review the attached agenda for next week's meeting. We will continue our work on many pressing projects: bike month, the parking ordinance update, our various grants. We're still recruiting sponsors and volunteers for our bike month events. If you know of folks with kids with bikes who go to school 'round here, and would be interested in leading bike trains, please connect them with our committee chair Brian Ricketts (ricketts34wafa(a)gmail.com). Bike to School Day is next Wednesday, May 4th! As always, please send any additions, corrections, comments, or concerns my way. Best, Drew

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TIGER Grant Support Letter: Review Requested
by Drew Gatlin 26 Apr '16

26 Apr '16

Hello all, Our city manager requested a letter of support for the upcoming City of Morgantown TIGER grant application. The TIGER grant is intended to fund the recommendations outlined in the recently concluded University Avenue Corridor study. In my opinion, from a bicycle and pedestrian standpoint, the plans outlined will serve the corridor and city at large very well given the constraints. Sharrows on the downhill, a climbing lane on the uphill, redevelopment of Grumbein's Island -- all very good, logical, and innovative improvements. The timeline is short on this -- I am hoping to have the letter in to Mr. Mikorski's office before noon tomorrow, Tuesday the 26th. Please review my draft if you are able and send me corrections or edits. Thanks for your time! Drew

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Tonight @ 7pm! City Council will proclaim May as Bike Month in Morgantown
by Christina Hunt 19 Apr '16

19 Apr '16

Just a reminder that tonight the City Council will proclaim May as Bike Month in Morgantown. Show up and show your support for cycling! Tuesday, April 19 (tonight) 7:00pm City Hall Building, City Council chambers 389 Spruce Street The proclamation is early in the agenda. Come at 7pm so you don't miss it (you can always leave early!). Here is tonight's agenda: http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/4.19.16-Reg.-Mtg..pdf <http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/4.19.16-Reg.-Mtg..pdf> Thanks to Brian, Drew, Frank and everyone else who helped with this!

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Mgtn to Cass?
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Apr '16

17 Apr '16

Any suggestions for a route from Morgantown to Cass? Ulla Kellner from Germany is riding from Leesburg starting on 4/24 and expects to be in Morgantown approximately 4/30. After spending the evening at my house, he'll head out to Cass. What do you think of this: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13171924 ? And, do you know any good places to stay in Elkins and Cass including indoors and campgrounds. Thanks for your help! 4ank

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Fwd: The Messenger: Spring? Is that you?
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Apr '16

14 Apr '16

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: *Bike Pittsburgh* <news(a)bikepgh.org> Date: Thursday, April 14, 2016 Subject: The Messenger: Spring? Is that you? To: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com "All the bike/ped news, events, and action alerts fit to email." View this email in your browser <http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=9ba5e7d5220b27c77dd0224b5&id=be005ab6c1…> <http://bikepgh.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9ba5e7d5220b27c77dd0224b5&…> Pledge That You'll Ride on #BTWD *Bike to Work Day is May 20, 2016. *Smack in the middle of National Bike Month, it's Bike Pittsburgh's signature, annual celebration to kick off the spring/summer riding season by encouraging people to try getting to work by bike and celebrating bike commuters. We're celebrating with 5 pop-up Commuter Cafés across the city offering free coffee and breakfast treats to all riders. BikePGH members will ride away with an additional gift and a chance at one of our golden ticket prizes. Excited? Take the pledge to bike to work on May 20th! <http://bikepgh.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9ba5e7d5220b27c77dd0224b5&…> <http://bikepgh.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9ba5e7d5220b27c77dd0224b5&…> ------------------------------ <http://bikepgh.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=9ba5e7d5220b27c77dd0224b5…> Take a Stand Against Speeding Pennsylvania is the only state in the nation where local police officers are prohibited from using radar to enforce speeding violations. Unsurprisingly, the Commonwealth is also 3rd in the nation for number of deaths linked to speeding. 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They also see the need for a variety of solutions: When asked if safe cycling techniques should be taught to drivers as well as bicyclists, almost all gave a firm yes (95%). <http://bikepgh.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9ba5e7d5220b27c77dd0224b5&…> ------------------------------ <http://bikepgh.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9ba5e7d5220b27c77dd0224b5&…> Confident City Cycling Comes to Homewood this Saturday Confident City Cycling classes are three-hour, on-the-bike skills training and instruction to give riders the ability to ride confidently in an urban environment. Plus, they're really fun. This Saturday we'll bring the class to the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh in Homewood. Bring a friend! The course is only $10 for members and $15 for non-members. <http://bikepgh.us2.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=9ba5e7d5220b27c77dd0224b5…> ------------------------------ *PedalPGH Registration Opens May 1* There are thousands of reasons to go for a bike ride. 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Presence Requested: April 19th City Council Meeting, Proclamation of Bike Month
by Drew Gatlin 14 Apr '16

14 Apr '16

Hello board, If you are free next Tuesday evening (April 19th) at 7:00pm, your presence would be appreciated when the city proclaims May 2016 as Morgantown Bicycle Month. We plan to concurrently announce the specific dates of bike month events if the occasion allows it. You can find the council meeting agenda here <http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/4.19.16-Reg.-Mtg..pdf>. The proclamation is scheduled early in the meeting, immediately following the approval of the various minutes. So even if you're only available for a short time around then it should work! Thanks particularly to Brian and the Bike Month committee for putting this together. And thanks to all of you in advance for your support! Best, Drew

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Corridors Magazine Article
by Christina Hunt 14 Apr '16

14 Apr '16

Hi everyone, here is the article from Corridors magazine that Chelsi wrote. Thanks Chelsi! Enjoy. Check out pages B28-B33 for pictures of some people you might recognize: http://timeswv.wv.newsmemory.com/special.php?pSetup=timeswv_corridor

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: 2016 Bicycle Friendly Community Application Now Available
by Derek Springston 14 Apr '16

14 Apr '16

Drew, I'm ok with you registering the new BFC account under your name, but before doing so, please consider how long you plan on being around Morgantown, awaiting input from the rest of the group for sufficient amount of time for them to provide input, whether or not you think that's best suited for the Chairman's role, and whether anyone else actually wants to do it. After looking at those considerations and getting input from the group, I'm fine with it. I think you'd do a good job with it. Thanks! ~Derek On Thu, Apr 14, 2016 at 9:50 AM, Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> wrote: > All, does it make sense for me to register the new account under my name > as chairman? Anyone opposed? > > I'll be able to look closer into the dates over the next few days. When I > spoke with Ken over the phone in January he indicated he wasn't expecting > us to renew until August. I thought this implied that our award did not > expire until then or even the end of 2016. > > Best, > Drew > > > > > On Thu, Apr 14, 2016 at 6:35 AM -0700, "Derek Springston" < > dspringston(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Frank, >> Thanks for forwarding this. I'm hopeful that the new system is an >> improvement. However, am I interpreting the email correctly by thinking >> that we may have missed a Spring deadline? Here it says that the >> deadline, or at least one deadline is August 9th, 2016: >> https://bicyclefriendly.secure-platform.com/a >> >> When does our BFC award actually expire? >> >> Thanks, >> ~Derek >> >> >> >> On Wed, Apr 13, 2016 at 10:12 AM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >>> >>> >>> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >>> From: *Ken McLeod* <ken(a)bikeleague.org> >>> Date: Wednesday, April 13, 2016 >>> Subject: 2016 Bicycle Friendly Community Application Now Available >>> To: Ken McLeod <ken(a)bikeleague.org> >>> >>> >>> Good morning, >>> >>> >>> >>> I am contacting you today because your community is currently designated >>> as a Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) by the League of American >>> Bicyclists. I am excited to announce that we have now launched our new >>> online Application Portal and an improved 2016 BFC application! >>> >>> >>> >>> *All applicants, both new and renewing, will need to create a new >>> account to submit an application. Please visit the new Bicycle Friendly >>> America Application Portal at http://apply.bikeleague.org >>> <http://apply.bikeleague.org>. * >>> >>> >>> >>> If you submitted an application for our Spring 2016 deadline there is no >>> need to create an account at this time, but it might be helpful for you to >>> see our new system. The Spring announcement is currently planned for May 18 >>> th. >>> >>> >>> >>> You can read about some new features of the online portal at >>> http://bikeleague.org/content/new-bfa-online-application-portal. >>> >>> >>> >>> We also made some updates to the BFC application, including a new >>> numbering system, and changes to make more questions multiple-choice. You >>> can learn more about the changes made to our BFC application and download a >>> copy of the complete 2016 application in Word at: >>> http://bikeleague.org/content/new-improved-bicycle-friendly-community-appli…. >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> As always, please visit http://bikeleague.org/community to learn more >>> about the Bicycle Friendly Community program, and feel free to contact me >>> with any questions. >>> >>> >>> >>> Thank you! >>> >>> >>> >>> Ken >>> >>> >>> >>> *KEN MCLEOD*, *Legal & Policy Specialist* >>> >>> *KEN(a)BIKELEAGUE.ORG* | *202-621-5447 <202-621-5447>* >>> >>> *THE LEAGUE OF AMERICAN BICYCLISTS* >>> *WWW.BIKELEAGUE.ORG/BIKELAWS <http://bikeleague.org/bikelaws>* >>> >>> TWITTER <https://twitter.com/BikeLeague> | FACEBOOK >>> <http://www.facebook.com/leagueamericanbicyclists> | YOUTUBE >>> <http://www.youtube.com/user/bikeleaguevideo> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Bikeboard mailing list >>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>> >> >> >> >> -- >> *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* >> “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. >> Kennedy >> *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards >> justice." - Martin Luther King* >> "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until >> there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life >> is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you >> something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House' >> >> -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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April draft minutes, upcoming events, and volunteer opportunities
by Christina Hunt 13 Apr '16

13 Apr '16

Hi everyone, the draft minutes from our April meeting are attached. Please let me know if you have any changes. You'll notice the minutes are very long. We have a lot going on in the next few months! *Mark Your Calendar* - April 16 - Opening Day for Trails craft market: https://www.facebook.com/events/1514400368864168/ - April 17-18 - WV Bike Summit: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ebds6p0r67a83… - April 19, 7:00pm - City Council Meeting, May will be proclaimed as Bike Month! - April 30-May 1 - Appalachian Spring Spectacular rides: http://crcyclists.org/ <http://crcyclists.org/> - May 4 - Bike To School Day, group ride being organized to Mountainview Elementary, contact Christiaan Abildso for more information - May 20 - Bike To Work Day *Lend A Hand* - May is Bike Month! We need help with our Bike to Work Day event on May 20. Contact Brian Ricketts to see how you can help. - Positive Spin is looking for a new location! Volunteer to be on their search committee to help them find a new home. Contact Jonathan Rosenbaum to help. - Summer Stroll, June 25 - possible opportunity for cyclists to help with set up and clean up by moving equipment by bike and trailer. Mark the date now, more information to come. - July 4th parade - looking for cyclists to lead and sweep a kids group ride down High Street. Need at least 4 cyclists. If you're interested, let me know! Thanks!

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Fwd: 2016 Bicycle Friendly Community Application Now Available
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Apr '16

13 Apr '16

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: *Ken McLeod* <ken(a)bikeleague.org> Date: Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Subject: 2016 Bicycle Friendly Community Application Now Available To: Ken McLeod <ken(a)bikeleague.org> Good morning, I am contacting you today because your community is currently designated as a Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) by the League of American Bicyclists. I am excited to announce that we have now launched our new online Application Portal and an improved 2016 BFC application! *All applicants, both new and renewing, will need to create a new account to submit an application. Please visit the new Bicycle Friendly America Application Portal at http://apply.bikeleague.org <http://apply.bikeleague.org>. * If you submitted an application for our Spring 2016 deadline there is no need to create an account at this time, but it might be helpful for you to see our new system. The Spring announcement is currently planned for May 18 th. You can read about some new features of the online portal at http://bikeleague.org/content/new-bfa-online-application-portal. We also made some updates to the BFC application, including a new numbering system, and changes to make more questions multiple-choice. You can learn more about the changes made to our BFC application and download a copy of the complete 2016 application in Word at: http://bikeleague.org/content/new-improved-bicycle-friendly-community-appli…. As always, please visit http://bikeleague.org/community to learn more about the Bicycle Friendly Community program, and feel free to contact me with any questions. Thank you! Ken *KEN MCLEOD*, *Legal & Policy Specialist* *KEN(a)BIKELEAGUE.ORG <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','KEN(a)BIKELEAGUE.ORG');>* | *202-621-5447* *THE LEAGUE OF AMERICAN BICYCLISTS* *WWW.BIKELEAGUE.ORG/BIKELAWS <http://bikeleague.org/bikelaws>* TWITTER <https://twitter.com/BikeLeague> | FACEBOOK <http://www.facebook.com/leagueamericanbicyclists> | YOUTUBE <http://www.youtube.com/user/bikeleaguevideo>

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General Meeting: April Agenda
by Drew Gatlin 08 Apr '16

08 Apr '16

Hello all, Please find the attached agenda for our April board meeting next Thursday (April 7th). You will notice 3 read aheads which are not attached to this email -- one of them is the website www.bikemorgantown.com, so peruse that at your convenience. John Whitmore will send you the parking ordinance proposal early next week. The project assignment matrix was sent to you by Christina 10 days ago on March 22nd. The open action items list will be sent out prior to next meeting and will be attached to the printout of the agenda distributed at the meeting. If you have opinions on or would like to contribute to the following projects but will not be present at the meeting, please send an email indicating so and I'll get you plugged into the right working group: bike month, website updating, SLM/BMUFL outreach plan. Thanks, see you all next week! Drew

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2014 bike parade participants
by Jennifer Selin 07 Apr '16

07 Apr '16

Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569

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2014 bike parade
by Jennifer Selin 07 Apr '16

07 Apr '16

Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569

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Morgantown Bike Club
by Jennifer Selin 07 Apr '16

07 Apr '16

Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569

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Last Forth of July
by Jennifer Selin 07 Apr '16

07 Apr '16

Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569

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Fourth of July Parade
by Jennifer Selin 07 Apr '16

07 Apr '16

Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569

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2016 Bicycle Storage Plan
by John Whitmore 07 Apr '16

07 Apr '16

Good Afternoon, As promised, please find copies of the 2016 Bicycle Storage Plan attached in Word and PDF formats. Hard copies of the plan will be available at tonight's meeting. 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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Fwd: BikePGH News: The New Bike Map | Save $10 on Your Bike Tune-Up | Events & More
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Mar '16

30 Mar '16

In case you don't already get this... Begin forwarded message: > From: Bike Pittsburgh <news(a)bikepgh.org> > Subject: BikePGH News: The New Bike Map | Save $10 on Your Bike Tune-Up | Events & More > Date: March 30, 2016 4:01:55 PM EDT > To: <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Reply-To: Bike Pittsburgh <news(a)bikepgh.org> > > "All the bike/ped news, events, and action alerts fit to email." > View this email in your browser > > > Causing A Stir: Bike Map Version 6 > Our comeback story is told through the Pittsburgh Bike Map. 26 years ago the Steel City was rated as one of the three worst cities in America for bicycling. Now we're topping lists for bike commuting and a new edition of the Pittsburgh Bike Map is on its way. > > Version 6 includes exciting features: the locations of all 50 Healthy Ride Stations, the locations of all of our protected bike lanes, new colors, and so much more. > > > > Tune Up Special for Members > It's tune up time. Flowers are blooming, the days are longer. It's a beautiful time to be biking in Pittsburgh. Don't let mechanical problems keep you from getting out on your bike and riding. Over a dozen bike shops are offering $10 off a tune-up to all Bike Pittsburgh members through April 11th. So get your bike over to a shop today. Not a member? Become one today. > > > > > Vivien Li Wants to Talk About Power > Vivien Li spent more than two decades leading the Boston Harbor Association before moving to Pittsburgh to become the CEO of Riverlife. On Saturday she will give the keynote at the PGH Women and Biking Forum. BikePGH staff members Jane and Ngani met with Li she said that for the Forum – for this particular group of women – she wants to talk about power. > > Don't miss out on Vivien's comments about how we can form a more powerful movement or any of our informative workshops. Register today. > > > > New City Cycling Bike Education Class Offerings > Are you comfortable riding your bike on the trails but a little uneasy about riding your bicycle on the our city streets? Are you new to riding to work and looking to learn more? Our Confident City Cycling class is for you. Our Confident classes are three-hour, on-the-bike skills training and instruction to give riders the ability to ride confidently in an urban environment. Plus, they're really fun. > > Confident City Cycling Classes begin in April and run through October. > > > Spreading Some Love by Bike > Earlier this month fifteen volunteers mounted bicycles and rode around in Downtown and the Strip District to distribute gift cards and basic necessities to homeless Pittsburghers. +See the Photos > Report Speeding in Your Neighborhood on the 311 App > Have you downloaded the new MyBurgh app yet? Here are a few reasons why you really should. +Learn More > Envision Downtown Public Space Public Life Spring Survey > Based in Copenhagen, Gehl Studios has developed a unique survey tool for collecting information about how public space is used in an urban area. Twice a year Envision Downtown will partner with Gehl to lead volunteers in conducting a Public Space Public Life Survey. Your chance to participate in the survey is here. +Sign Up > RequestBikePGH Urban Biking Lunch & Learn for Your WorkplaceSummer biking season (and Bike to Work Day) are just around the corner! Request a BikePGH Urban Biking Lunch and Learn for your workplace and be a part of it all. +Join in > > BikePGH Members Get 5 Free 30-Minute Bike Share Trips > Whether joining BikePGH for the first time or renewing your membership, BikePGH members receive a voucher for 5 free 30-minute trips with Healthy Ride! Here's the best thing about it: there are no restrictions. Want to introduce a friend to bicycling? Gift the card to them. Want it all to yourself? Take your 5 trips for free! > > > > Upcoming Events > Urban Connector Cap Meeting - Weds., March 30 > FEATURED EVENT: The Pittsburgh Women and Biking Forum - Sat., April 2 > Confident City Cycling class by BikePGH - Sun., Apr 3 > Steel City Roll - Mon., Apr 4 > Bike-Packing Clinic by Thick Bikes - Sat., Apr 9 > Pot O' Black and Gold Alleycat - Sun., Apr 10 > Carnegie Library Volunteer Fair - Sat., April 16th > Confident City Cycling: Homewood - Sat. Apr 16 > Liv Cycling: All Ladies, All Levels, No Drop Fun Group MTB Ride! - Mon., Apr 18 > Steel Valley Bicycle Tour - Sat., Apr 30 > Bike to Work Day 2016! - Fri., May 20 > Family Try-A-Bike - Sat., May 21 > OpenStreetsPGH - Sun., May 29 > > EVENTS CALENDAR || CIVIC CALENDAR || VOLUNTEER CALENDAR > Share > Tweet > Forward > Copyright © 2016 Bike Pittsburgh, All rights reserved. > You are receiving this email because you opted in at one of our events, by joining BikePGH as a member, or on our website. > > unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences >

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Fwd: Community Needs Assessment Event Tomorrow
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 30 Mar '16

30 Mar '16

Thought this may be of interest. -------- Original Message -------- I neglected to include the link with further information for tomorrow's event: http://wvumedicine.org/news/article/be-part-of-community-health-change/ Respectfully, Jennifer Barre jlb0011(a)mix.wvu.edu <mailto:jlb0011@mix.wvu.edu> 989-404-0368 (cell) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferbarre On Wed, Mar 30, 2016 at 1:27 PM, Jennifer Barre <jlb0011(a)mix.wvu.edu <mailto:jlb0011@mix.wvu.edu>> wrote: FYI ~ There is a community needs assessment underway. I think that the bike and walking community may be interested in participating. The survey can be completed at: *www.surveymonkey.com/r/communityhealth_assessment <http://www.surveymonkey.com/r/communityhealth_assessment> . * There is also a Monongalia County Community Engagement Event, to be held tomorrow at the Mylan Park Community Center from *9-11 a.m. Thursday, March 31*. I apologize for the short notice, but if you would forward this information to individuals that will want to have their voices heard it would be great. Respectfully, Jennifer Barre jlb0011(a)mix.wvu.edu <mailto:jlb0011@mix.wvu.edu> 989-404-0368 <tel:989-404-0368> (cell) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferbarre

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Draft March Minutes, Call for April Agenda
by Drew Gatlin 24 Mar '16

24 Mar '16

Hello All! Please find our general meeting minutes from March attached. Even with elections the meeting was packed with action. Of particular interest are the new projects assigned and the associated matrix generated - it was send out by Christina a couple days ago. If you are signed up to one of those projects please send a reply and copy all your fellow project members to get the work rolling. If you'd like to help with one of these projects or have worked on one of them in the past and have insight to share, please let me know and I'll get you plugged in. Pending confirmation by the Traffic Commission, elections resulted in Christina as secretary, Chip as vice chair, and me as chair. Huzzah, all our leadership roles are filled! I am honored and flattered to be serving as your chairman over this next year. As always, if you have any edits to the minutes or items for next month's agenda (our meeting is April 7th), send them my way. The attendance record is filled with question marks -- please help reconcile your attendance over the past 12 months as you are able. Yours in advocacy, Drew

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Tonight! Open house: University Avenue Complete Streets Corridor Study
by Drew Gatlin 24 Mar '16

24 Mar '16

Hello all, Another open house will be held this evening for the complete streets corridor study conducted on University Avenue. The meeting will be held in the Morgantown City Hall Council Chambers at 389 Spruce Street downtown from 5-7pm. Attached is the new executive summary of some proposed changes to bicycle and pedestrian facilities as well as the redesign of Grumbein's Island. Of particular interest is the "preferred concept plan" on page 9. This plan shows two-way bike lanes on one side of the road that sandwiches ascending bicyclists between descending motor vehicle traffic and descending cyclists in a 4' space. If you'd like to comment on such design proposals your presence this evening would be greatly appreciated. Thanks very much to Frank for the heads up! Drew

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New project sign ups
by Christina Hunt 22 Mar '16

22 Mar '16

Hi all, At March's meeting we signed up for new projects! We're hoping to complete some of these before August so they can be included on our BFC application. Others will be ongoing. Take a look at the attached list of projects to review what you signed up for. If your name is not on something, and you are interested in helping - great! Respond to me and let me know which project, and I'll add you. If you don't remember or aren't sure what the project is, let me know and I'll send you the project description(s). Bike Month planning is the most time sensitive project on this list - it's coming up in May. If you want to help with Bike Month events and planning please let me know. If you haven't seen it, check out Drew's letter to the editor in the DA on Bike Morgantown's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BikeMorgantown/ (they don't have it up on the DA website). High five to everyone involved in getting the $500k TAP grant application submitted last week! Thanks! Christina Hunt m: 304-282-4441

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Community Event 3/31 9/11am- Monongalia County Community Health Needs Assessment
by Emily Vasile 21 Mar '16

21 Mar '16

Hi Bike Board Members-- Transportation is coming up as a major issue identified in the survey that was previously sent out. For those who are interested in joining a deeper discussion, please RSVP to the following event. Best, Emily Join us for a discussion on health issues Thursday, March 31, 2016, from 9 - 11 am at the Mylan Park Community Center. Light refreshments provided by Terra Café. *Please RSVP by March 25,2016 to sph-engage(a)hsc.wvu.edu <sph-engage(a)hsc.wvu.edu?subject=RSVP%20for%20the%20Mon.%20Co.%20CHNA%20event>.* * If you haven't already completed the survey please take it now. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/communityhealth_assessment <http://wvu.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=886e1f67fd05c90b94c6402d7&id=…>* *Facilitated by the WVU School of Public Health as part of the Monongalia County Community Needs Assessment for Ruby Memorial Hospital and the Monongalia County Health Department.* *Copyright © 2016 WVU School of Public Health, Office of Community Engagment, All rights reserved.* You have been identified as community member that would voice an opinion about the needs of Monongalia County. *Our mailing address is:* WVU School of Public Health, Office of Community Engagment PO Box 9190 Morgantown, WV 26506 Add us to your address book <http://wvu.us12.list-manage1.com/vcard?u=886e1f67fd05c90b94c6402d7&id=b57a7…> Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences <http://wvu.us12.list-manage.com/profile?u=886e1f67fd05c90b94c6402d7&id=b57a…> or unsubscribe from this list <http://wvu.us12.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=886e1f67fd05c90b94c6402d7&id=…> [image: Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp] <http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…>

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Fwd: Recreation Survey for the University Woodlot
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 16 Mar '16

16 Mar '16

The Woodlot is included in our BFC application. Please take this survey if you have used the woodlot for recreation. I know this applies to me. It is where I do nearly 100% of my recreational mountain biking. http://wvu.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_3pKI3sySdbIAa7b -Jonathan -------- Original Message -------- Hi all, First, I want to thank Ella for distributing the link of our woodlot survey to this network--just another example of how she always goes above and beyond the call of duty to help our communities! Thanks Ella!! Second, please send any comments you may have about the study to me at chad.pierskalla(a)mail.wvu.edu rather than Ella. She has been redirecting them to me up to this point. I would like to answer a few of those unanswered questions that were asked: +This is an empirical study that adopts a convenient sampling method. The survey was based on a similar study conducted by Oregon State University and input from our students. This is a visitor study and is seeking input from those that have used the woodlot for recreation. However, we will also invite input from interested non-users in the near future. Specifically, we will send out an invitation to everyone on this list to attend a public meeting that will be scheduled for the last week of April, so please stay tuned. Study results will also be presented at that meeting. +The survey was intended to be short. But, it is only one of several opportunities to provide input--please stay tuned. +Your participation is completely voluntary and confidential. We appreciate your support. +This trail plan effort is being led by the Professional Recreation and Parks Society and supported through several of our RPTR courses (now and in the future). Both Dr. Steve Selin and I are working closely with the students. +The woodlot is sometimes referred to as Baker's Ridge in the community. Ella already provided some background information. Much more background information will be shared at the public meeting at the end of this semester. I hope you can join us! All the best, --Chad Pierskalla ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *From:* Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> *Sent:* Wednesday, March 16, 2016 11:42 AM *Subject:* Re: Recreation Survey for the University Woodlot Hi all, For those of you wondering where and what is the University Woodlot, some of the rest of the story- It has never had good parking and the University has not had a policy for it being open to public but is now considering it. My limited experience with the Woodlot is that most recreational use would be mountain biking and hiking and birding. It does have some forested trails- below is the description from the WVU website and near the end of the survey is a map. Ella UNIVERSITY FARM WOODLOT The University Farm Woodlot is a 107-acre tract located adjacent to the Animal Sciences Farm in Morgantown with access from West Run Road. Management was transferred to the Division of Forestry and Natural Resources from the Division of Animal and Nutritional Sciences in 1953. Until that time the area had been known as the Stock Farm Woods. The forest includes a mixture of cove hardwoods of various ages and some plantings of exotic confer species such as bald cypress, Norway spruce, and Douglas fir. There are no facilities on this site. Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 http://montrails.org <http://montrails.org/> MRTC - Mon River Trails Conservancy <http://montrails.org/> montrails.org The Mon River Trails Conservancy (MRTC) is a nonprofit organization that, with the help of Morgantown, Star City, Monongalia County, Preston County, and Marion County ... 304-692-6782 > On Mar 15, 2016, at 1:09 PM, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org > <mailto:ella@montrails.org>> wrote: > > Please take this survey if you want to see public recreation at the > University Woodlot and share with others....... > > The Professional Recreation and Park Society (WVU) is developing a > recreation management plan for the University Woodlot, and we need > your help. We are conducting this survey to learn about your > experiences at the Woodlot and your opinions about how to manage the > forest for recreation. The survey is voluntary and confidential. > Thank you for your input! > > *Follow this link to the Survey *Or *copy and paste the URL below into > your internet browser**:* > * > * > http://wvu.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_3pKI3sySdbIAa7b

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FY16 WVDOH Transportation Alternatives Grant Submitted yesterday...
by Derek Springston 16 Mar '16

16 Mar '16

Bike Board Members, I am excited to announce that yesterday the City of Morgantown submitted WVDOH Transportation Alternatives grant application for FY2016. The application submitted requests $500,000 for a Multi-Use Path to be installed along State Route 705 from Mileground Road to Willowdale Road, complete with bike lanes, crosswalks, and pedestrian signals. I've attached a project map to help with your understanding. This is the same grant funding sources that we submitted for FY14, in which the City obtained $120,000 in funding for the Shared Lane Markings, Bikes May Use Full Lane (R4-11) signs, and the bus/bike shelters, which was awarded on 3/26/15. It looks like the FY14 project may begin installation this Spring or Summer. I'll be sure to keep you in the loop regarding the FY16 application, especially when, or if, it's awarded! If you're interested in seeing the actual application, let me know. I'd like to graciously thank our team including Chip Wamsley, Jing Zhang, Drew Gatlin, Christina Hunt for helping prepare the application for the City. We are fortunate to have the City's buy-in, approval, and submittal to help guide those projects that were approved in the Morgantown Bicycle plan back in 2012. Big thanks to Jeff Mikorski, Damien Davis, and Carol Allen at the city level. Have a nice day, ~Derek -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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March 9th DA Editorial: "Becoming bicycle-friendly in W. Va."
by Drew Gatlin 09 Mar '16

09 Mar '16

Hello all, Interesting editorial in the daily today: http://www.thedaonline.com/opinion/article_d832f04a-e5b5-11e5-af31-3be9088e… *"It’s almost impossible to ride a bicycle in Morgantown for reasons other than exercise. Choosing to walk is often faster and less taxing on one’s body than attempting to pedal uphill or navigate through dangerous streets and intersections. Though Morgantown may be the exception, other cities in West Virginia are adopting bike-friendly policies in order to promote healthier lifestyles and transportation alternatives."* I'd like to encourage anyone on our board to read and respond to this editorial as a letter to the editor. I would be interested in hearing any opinions you all would have regarding whether we should respond as the bike board in unison. This is a good opportunity for us to educate the university system on the realities of cycling in Morgantown. It's interesting: seems almost as if they wrote this specifically to provoke a response from us. Ride safe, Drew

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Re: [Bikeboard] FY14 Bike Shelter Recommendations
by Chip Wamsley 03 Mar '16

03 Mar '16

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nWe need to find out from David Bruffy what the costs will be if we use the advertising company from Florida that they used for the standard bus shelters and if we need to purchase bicycle racks for the new shelters or if they will be included by the advertising company. David didn't have any figures the last time I talked with him. The other variable is the site prep (do we need a concrete pad, etc...) and that will be different for every shelter, which will probably require an on site visit with someone knowledgeable like David or Damien. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Derek Springston" dspringston(a)gmail.com Sent: 3/3/2016 11:38:11 AM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] FY14 Bike Shelter Recommendations Chip, As we discussed, for the FY14 grant, I requested the ridership data from David Bruffy this morning. Also, as we discussed, I think the steps we should take to get our recommendations to the WVDOH for the bike shelters include this: 1. Compare the shelter locations listed in the FY14 grant with MountainLine's ridership data to determine shelters we think have the most potential for use. 2. Determine how much money in the grant will go toward the shelters and number of shelters we can install. We stated $80,400 for 12 locations, but these may change depending on: - proposed SLMs and budget for them that we submitted to WVDOH - number of shelters may increase due to funded shelters through advertisement companies per Mountainline - potential reduced construction and labor costs 3.Meet with Bike Board grant/mapping sub-committee to finalize priority locations and/or rank all locations 4. Submit to City (Damien) in order to provide recommendations to WVDOH. Thoughts, advice anyone? Let's get this done. Thanks, ~Derek -- Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. -John F. Kennedy "...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King "...change can be so constant youdon't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slowthat you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until itis. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in aninstant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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SLM proposed to WVDOH?
by Derek Springston 03 Mar '16

03 Mar '16

Hi all, Can some please answer these questions for me or provide the last documents we provided to the WVDOH regarding our SLMs? *How many SLMs and BMUFL signs have we proposed to the WVDOH to install? * *How much of the total application budget will this take? * I need to figure this out, so we can determine how much money is left for the installation of bus shelters. Thanks, ~Derek -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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FY14 Bike Shelter Recommendations
by Derek Springston 03 Mar '16

03 Mar '16

Chip, As we discussed, for the FY14 grant, I requested the ridership data from David Bruffy this morning. Also, as we discussed, I think the steps we should take to get our recommendations to the WVDOH for the bike shelters include this: 1. Compare the shelter locations listed in the FY14 grant with MountainLine's ridership data to determine shelters we think have the most potential for use. 2. Determine how much money in the grant will go toward the shelters and number of shelters we can install. We stated $80,400 for 12 locations, but these may change depending on: - proposed SLMs and budget for them that we submitted to WVDOH - number of shelters may increase due to funded shelters through advertisement companies per Mountainline - potential reduced construction and labor costs 3.Meet with Bike Board grant/mapping sub-committee to finalize priority locations and/or rank all locations 4. Submit to City (Damien) in order to provide recommendations to WVDOH. Thoughts, advice anyone? Let's get this done. Thanks, ~Derek -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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WVDOH TAP Bus Shelter Analysis
by Derek Springston 03 Mar '16

03 Mar '16

Dave, Are we able to either have you look at ridership levels and placement of the bike shelters or would you be able to provide ridership data to help us choose which shelter locations to present the WVDOH? I'd like to just have the whole list ranked based on ridership levels to help with our decision making. I've attached a scan of locations you and I had discussed previously. If we can get this data or your recommendations based on ridership, I think we can take this to a Bike Board meeting to determine the locations we will recommend to the WVDOH. I've asked the Bike Board about how much money we'll have for the shelters. According to what we've written into the grant, we stated that: 12 Shelters to be installed: Construction $6000 Materials $68,400 *+Labor $6000* Total $80,400 Now this may not be exact as we've all discussed the possibility for other funding via adverstisements, and the number of SLMs and signs that we proposed to the WVDOH may have changed a bit. I'm in the process of gathering the latest numbers. Thanks! ~Derek -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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Election Reminder, March Agenda and read-aheads
by Drew Gatlin 01 Mar '16

01 Mar '16

Intrepid cycling citizens, Please see the attached draft March agenda and send any additions or corrections my way. This email also serves as a reminder for our meeting next week -- a particularly important one for two reasons: First, we are holding elections for secretary and vice chair. Second, we are reviewing a broad list of project ideas generated through completion of the BFC application and will be assigning these projects to relevant persons and committees. If you'd like to review that list, please read the read-ahead. Some of the read-aheads from previous months provide further detail on these projects. Keep on fighting the good fight, Drew

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FW: Community Health Needs Perception Survey
by Jing Zhang 25 Feb '16

25 Feb '16

forward message: --- Dear Monongalia County residents: The WVU School of Public Health (WVU SPH) and the Monongalia County Health Department (MCHD) need your help! Every three years, non-profit hospitals are required to conduct Community Health Needs Assessments and develop implementation plans for how the health needs of our county residents will best be addressed. WVU Hospital is partnering with MCHD and WVU SPH to complete the assessment and develop an improvement plan. These 2 groups recognize the importance of hearing from the actual citizens benefiting from and receiving these services. WVU SPH and MCHD want to integrate your valuable input and engage the county-wide community in the assessment and planning efforts of this work. Please click on the following link or copy and paste it into your web browser to take the brief survey: <https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/communityhealth_assessment> https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/communityhealth_assessment. It will take you less than 10 minutes to complete and your input is highly valuable. This work is all in an effort to make Monongalia County a healthier place to live, work and play. For more information you may contact: Jessica Coffman at <mailto:jecoffman@hsc.wvu.edu> jecoffman(a)hsc.wvu.edu or 304-293-6283. <https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/communityhealth_assessment> <https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/communityhealth_assessment> Monongalia County Community Health Perception Survey www.surveymonkey.com <http://www.surveymonkey.com> Please take a moment to complete the following survey. The survey should take less than 10 minutes to complete. The purpose of this survey is to get your input about ... Jes / Jessica C. Coffman, MA Program Manager Health Research Center School of Public Health West Virginia University PO Box 9136 Morgantown, WV 26506-9136 (w): 304-293-6283 <http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/hrc> http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/hrc

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South Middle bike club contact?
by Christina Hunt 24 Feb '16

24 Feb '16

Hi all, As part of my AmeriCorps work, I'm involved with Try This WV<http://trythiswv.com/>, a community health movement focused on knocking WV off the "worst health" lists. I was talking with Try This director Kate Long yesterday, and she is looking for another person to invite to the statewide Try This conference to be on a bike panel. I mentioned the South Middle bike club as a good example of a school bike club. Kate would like to invite the current teacher leading this club to the conference. Does anyone have contact information I could pass on to Kate for this? Try This is planning two conferences this spring/summer. The first is a regional meeting, and the second is the statewide conference. More information and links to register if you're interested: North Central WV Try This - Marion, Mon, Harrison, Taylor & Preston counties https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ec7pz82r3… Friday, April 1, 9am-3:30pm Mollohan Research Center, Fairmont $12 registration fee covers lunch from Chef Marion Ohlinger Keynote speaker is Kelly Pack from the national Rails to Trails Council Statewide Try This Conference June 3-4, WV Wesleyan campus, Buckhannon http://trythiswv.com/conference/ I'll be at the regional meeting, can't commit to the statewide conference yet. If you have questions about either of them, feel free to ask me. Thanks! Christina Hunt WV Physical Activity Network WV Community Development Hub 103 Adams Street, Suite 200 Fairmont, WV 26554 Mobile: 304.282.4441 http://wvhub.org/ www.facebook.com/WVPAN<http://www.facebook.com/WVPAN>

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Draft February Minutes, Elections Announcement
by Drew Gatlin 15 Feb '16

15 Feb '16

Hello all! Please see the attached (draft!) February Minutes. I am working on incorporating the new master action item list as well as attendance onto the minutes, so please stay tuned for the finalized form and send any corrections / additions my way. We voted to hold elections for the vice chair and secretary positions at next month's meeting (that's March 3rd). If you pine to sit in a leadership role on our board now is your time! These positions are traditionally held for 1 year. Thanks for your time, Drew

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Nice blog article by WVU student
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Feb '16

13 Feb '16

Remember Hannah Goetz, one the group of WVU Investigative Journalism students that attended the February BB meeting? Here's the blog article that she wrote after the meeting: http://wvuinvestigativejournalism.com/?p=2009

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Bike Rack Contest
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Feb '16

06 Feb '16

Remember the Dero Bike Rack contest of a few years ago? Derek and Christiaan tried to organize us to submit an entry. Well, Pgh won and look what they got! $8,000 worth of bike racks! http://bikepgh.org/2016/01/29/gbas-dreamy-bike-room/ Frank

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Updated Bike Board Member List
by Drew Gatlin 02 Feb '16

02 Feb '16

Chelsi, Gunnar, et. all -- Please see the below list of updated bicycle board members -- it was brought to my attention that both of our websites are out of date in this regard, so please update the member listing as your schedule allows. The below list is in alphabetical order by last name, feel free to re-format it as you please. Thanks! Drew Voting Members (15) Drew Gatlin (1st Ward, WVU Student Rep) – Secretary Frank Gmeindl (6th Ward) Harry Grandon (Greater Morgantown) Christina Hunt (3rd Ward) Traci Knabenshue (6th Ward) Jonathan Nellis (Greater Morgantown) Marilyn Newcome (7th Ward) Brian Ricketts (1st Ward) Jonathan Rosenbaum (7th Ward) Gunnar Shogren (5th Ward) Derek Springston (1st Ward) Emily Vasile (2nd Ward) Chip Wamsley (Greater Morgantown) – Chair Matt Watson (7th Ward, K-12 Representative) Jing Zhang (Greater Morgantown) Ex-Officio (6) Christiaan Abildso (Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board) David Bruffy (Mountain Line Transit Authority) Damien Davis (City Engineering) Lieutenant Matt McCabe (Morgantown Police) Jenny Selin (City of Morgantown) Sam Stone (Legal) Jing Zhang (Metropolitan Planning Office) Vacant, Voting (2) Greater Morgantown (1) 4th Ward Vacant, Ex-Officio (2) BOPARC Representative WVU DOT/Parking Representative

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Fwd: Duarte Presentation
by Colin Dierman 01 Feb '16

01 Feb '16

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n This is the presentation, of his cross country trip, that John is hosting at the shop on Sat. the 6th ---- Original Message ---- From: "John M. Duarte" 1duarte(a)comcast.net Sent: 1/28/2016 5:16:34 PM To: colin(a)wamsleycycles.com Subject: Duarte Presentation 4800 miles on the paths of Great Explorers and American Migrations >From Sea to Shining Sea An Epic Cycling Ride Across America and how to do it A Presentation by John Duarte Where: Wamsley Cycles When: Saturday, February 6, 2016 - 5 PM John completed the ride this past fall from Seattle to Yorktown and back to Morgantown. See the highlights of this trip, the scenery, the people, the history. Learn how to start planning your next great Cycling tour. How to select equipment, what equipment to take or not, plan where to go and how to do it safely. 2016 marks the 40th anniversary of the first Bikecentennial. Learn how to participate. America is a Fantastic Cycling destination. Happy trails.

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Re: [Bikeboard] Confident City Cycling
by Traci Knabenshue 31 Jan '16

31 Jan '16

I think the course format lends itself more to CPASS than Police, and it sounds like we're not yet sure if WVU Police is even interested. I can query them if you like. The J&K lot adjacent to the WVU Police building is large and not being utilized as of right now, so that location may be better even if this does end up being a CPASS course. Traci Sent from my iPhone On Jan 30, 2016, at 3:09 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com<mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com>> wrote: Which do you think would have more impact on cycling in Morgantown, the Confident City Cycling course taught through the WVU College of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences or through the WVU Campus Police Department? A decision will have to be made no later than next Tuesday when City Council might approve an MOU between the City and CPASS. See the MOU near the end of http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/2.2.16-Regular-Mtg._Part5.pdf. If Council approves the MOU and we decide that teaching the class through the WVU Police Department is preferable, I will ask Jeff Mikorski to hold the MOU. 2008-2011, we taught 50 students through the City and 2012-2014, we taught 97 students through CPASS. Practically all of the early students were not WVU students but locals. Practically all of the later students were WVU juniors or seniors. IMO, 90% of them took the course for the 1 credit and an easy A and when they graduated they left. I will also say though that maybe 10% or more of the students are probably cycling more and cycling safer. When Confident City Cycling was offered through the City, getting students was extremely difficult. The reason we moved the course from the City to WVU is standing. The City has no standing to be teaching courses while WVU does. But another very important reason that we moved the course to CPASS was that Hugh Kierig, former director of WVU Transportation and Parking set it up for us and paid for it. CPASS got 1 credit's worth of tuition from each student taught but T&P paid the instructors and for materials so CPASS' only cost was use of the facility and some admin. That dried up when Hugh left. Now, the City has $4,200 of Allstate money but until the MOU is approved, there is no vehicle for the money to flow from the City through WVU to the instructors. CPASS has standing to teach sports classes and cycling is a sport but it is also a mode of utility transportation. To me, the core of the course is traffic law, operating a bicycle as a vehicle, lane positioning and crash avoidance; not exactly sport. A tremendous advantage of teaching the course through CPASS when they were located in the Coliseum was a classroom in the Coliseum and the wonderful band practice lot right outside. Now, CPASS has moved down Patteson Drive and it's dangerous and a waste of time to get untrained cyclists from there to the band practice lot. (FYI, most of the 2008-2011 courses were taught in the Prete Bldg on University Av. across from Tudors Biscuits and Hibachi where the University Police were located before the university built them their own building near the corner of Elmer Prince Dr. and Van Voorhis (705). The Prete Bldg. has a good level parking lot. Below the new police building, there's a parking lot that might be useable but I think it's part of the Faculty Apartments which I think are slated to be replaced.) I don't know if the WVU police would be amenable to having us teach Confident City Cycling in their new building and I don't know if we can use the parking lot below. I initiated a call to Captain Camden a couple weeks ago and am still waiting for his response. When we were teaching at the Prete Bldg., we used their facility but that was all. Now, if we teach it at the new police building, I'd like to present it as a course taught through the WVU police and maybe even get some WVU police to become SavvyCycling instructors or LAB LCIs and do some teaching. I don't know what arrangements and requirements would evolve if we tried to teach Confident City Cycling through the WVU police but I think if Jeff signs the MOU with CPASS, he won't want to talk about it anymore. Please advise! BTW, Confident City Cycling students learn * Bicycle Form, Fit and Function: the parts of a bicycle; bike selection; sizing; adjusting your bicycle fit and the pre-ride safety check. * Basic Maintenance: tools for the road; tire repair; adjusting brakes and adjusting derailleurs. * Clothing and Equipment: helmets, clothing, accessories and required equipment for riding in all weather and commuting to work or school. * Basic Handling Skills: gears & gear selection; starting/stopping; steering in a straight line and scanning & signaling. * Bicycling in Traffic: principles of traffic law; lane positioning and scanning, signaling and negotiating; riding in all traffic situations day or night and in all kinds of weather. * Avoiding Crashes: why crashes happen; crash prevention and crash avoidance maneuvers. * Efficiency, Power, Endurance: cadence and smooth shifting; nutrition & hydration and training routines. * Riding with Groups and on the Trail: group etiquette and trail etiquette. Frank

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Finalized January Minutes, February Agenda, (Some) Read-Aheads
by Drew Gatlin 29 Jan '16

29 Jan '16

Bicycle Board, I exchanged more than 20 emails in regards to the January minutes and the February agenda, with wonderful comments, additions, and rewrites from four folks on the board. This is how it's supposed to work! Thank you! Please find the final January minutes, February agenda, and relevant read-aheads attached. I am missing one major read-ahead, which is a master list of our open action items -- I'm in the process of creating that. If you have any opinions on how such a list should look or be formatted, please send them my way! I aim to have that list out to you all Monday morning. Thanks for your time and efforts, Drew

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Draft January Minutes, Draft February Agenda
by Drew Gatlin 28 Jan '16

28 Jan '16

Hello Board! One more email before the day is out! Please see the attached draft minutes for January and also the draft for February's agenda (our meeting is one week from today). If you have additions, corrections, subtractions or other various comments please don't hesitate to send them my way before end of day tomorrow. Thanks for your time, Drew

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2015-2016 BFC App: (Almost!) Final Draft
by Drew Gatlin 28 Jan '16

28 Jan '16

Hello All! Our working group's efforts on this year's BFC application are finally ready for tentative review by your eager brains. Grab your favorite relaxing or stimulating beverage, perch yourself in a recliner or your stand up desk and have a look see! It's 62 pages long, but don't let that deter you -- most of that is due to my highly inefficient formatting. The 2015 and select portions of the 2012 application are compared in-line with each other and relevant League recommendations / feedback. Please let me know if you have any feedback -- we are hoping to use this application process not only for the Bicycle Friendly Community designation but also as a tool for reflection. That in mind, one of our agenda items for next week's meeting is to review takeaways from this application. If you have a takeaway from your reading or a project you would like to suggest we assign to one of our committees, please email these to me for inclusion in our talks next week! Hope you all are dug out of the snow by now! Drew

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Bike Summit rescheduled - April 17-18, Charleston, WV
by Christina Hunt 22 Jan '16

22 Jan '16

The Bike Summit has been rescheduled due to concerns about weather and speaker travel. WV Bike Summit - New Dates April 17-18, 2016 Charleston, WV Marriott We are discussing adding more rides and other programming for cyclists to the Sunday part of the event – and a possible group bike ride and trip to a Power game (Charleston baseball team). Save the date! See attached announcement for more official information. Thanks! Christina Hunt WV Physical Activity Network WV Community Development Hub 103 Adams Street, Suite 200 Fairmont, WV 26554 Mobile: 304.282.4441 http://wvhub.org/ www.facebook.com/WVPAN<http://www.facebook.com/WVPAN> From: Kasey Russell [mailto:russell.kasey@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, January 21, 2016 3:33 PM To: Jeff Ball <jeffballphoto(a)gmail.com>; Amanda Payne <paynea(a)njrati.org>; Christina Hunt <c.hunt(a)wvhub.org>; Laura M. Dice <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>; Michael Haid <michael(a)maplecreative.com>; Samantha Carney <Samantha.Carney(a)charlestonwv.com> Cc: Bethany Williams <williamsb(a)njrati.org>; Emmett Pepper <emmett(a)eewv.org>; John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>; William Wells <bwells7027(a)gmail.com>; Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Jing Zhang <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net>; Mullenax, Matt <mmullenax(a)washco-md.net>; William.C.Miller(a)wv.gov Subject: Please help us spread the word.... Jeff, Amanda, Christina, Laura, Michael, and Samantha -- please use the attached to update social media regarding postponing the WV Bike Summit to April 17 and 18. Call or email me if you have any questions. Thanks for your help. Kasey

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TAP grant intent to apply application
by Chip Wamsley 12 Jan '16

12 Jan '16

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nHey folks, Attached are the written parts of the intent to apply for a TAP grant to do the SR 705 corridor from the Willlodale intersection to the roundabout on the mileground. We are going to ask for the maximum of $500K. The deadline for application is this Friday January 15, Please read over and make any suggestions ASAP so I can make modifications and get it to Jeff Mikorski for submission. In preparing this grant, some discussion with some of you has made it clear that having the bike board review our commuter map and modify it according to changes in the infrastructure since 2012, especially connections to this proposed corridor. This will be an exciting project for the board to take on and hopefully generate more grant's to improve Morgantown's bicycle infrastructure. Thanks for everyone's input, Chip Wamsley 304-296-2447 (slow time at the shop so call if you have questions)

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Problem with listserv: SPAM filters are culling our messages
by Drew Gatlin 12 Jan '16

12 Jan '16

Hello all, I noticed a marked increase recently in the percentage of emails sent through our list which are filtered into my spam folder. I also received notice that a number of you are experiencing the same. Not sure what we can do about that from an administrative standpoint, so I am strongly encouraging everyone to periodically check your spam folders to review any messages that may have fallen through the cracks. For a (hopefully) better and more permanent solution on an individual level, consider creating a filter to never send our messages to your spam folder. If you or your organization uses Gmail here are some instructions on how to do such a thing: In the Gmail web interface, you'll see that this email was sent to " bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com". Next to the "to bikeboard" you'll see a drop down arrow. Click that arrow. At the bottom of the drop down you'll see a hyperlink titled "filter messages from this mailing list". Click the hyperlink. A new pop up that follows allows you to click another hyperlink at the bottom titled "Create Filter with this search". Do that. You'll then see a list of checkboxes. Check the box "Never send it to spam", and then hit the button "create the filter". That should take care of all messages in the future. This will theoretically open you to some security vulnerability if a person on our list is compromised by a cyber attack. However, seeing as I haven't witnessed this happen once over the past 6 months on this list, I'm betting the chances are slim. Stay vigilant yet open, Drew

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Re: [Bikeboard] WV Bike Summit - Jan 24-25
by Jake Lynch 11 Jan '16

11 Jan '16

Yeah, I'm going. And I think Christina Hunt is also going. Jake Lynch Director of Network Communications WV Community Development Hub 103 Adams Street, Suite 200 Fairmont, WV 26554 Mobile: 202.718.4524 www.wvhub.org<http://www.wvhub.org/> www.facebook.com/WVHub<https://www.facebook.com/WVHub> ________________________________ From: bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com <bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com> on behalf of Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Sent: Monday, January 11, 2016 10:19 AM To: Bike Board - Morgantown Subject: [Bikeboard] WV Bike Summit - Jan 24-25 Hi folks, Is anyone else planning on attending this? I am considering it. WV Bike Summit Registration Page<http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ebds6p0r67a83…> Note that the registration goes up $15 after Wednesday, January 13th. ~Derek -- Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha "Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride." -John F. Kennedy "...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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FW: Point Pleasant Bicycle Ordinance
by Christina Hunt 09 Jan '16

09 Jan '16

Hi everybody! I mentioned at our meeting last night that Point Pleasant has a very active cycling group<http://wvhub.org/in-point-pleasant-locals-push-trail-system-project-to-boos…>. They’re considering applying for BFC status, and Gabe Roush, one of their committee members, has asked the Bike Board to take a look at Point Pleasant’s bike ordinance for suggestions, improvements, etc. (see Gabe’s email below). I attached the ordinance to this email as a pdf, or you can find it online here: Point Pleasant Bike Ordinance<http://www.ptpleasantwv.org/Main_Pages/Codified%20Ordinances/Adobe%20PDF/D%…> One thing I noticed – this ordinance requires cyclists to ride as far to the right as possible. Seems like something they may want to change? There is also no mention of the 3 foot passing law. 373.05 RIDING ON ROADWAYS AND BICYCLE PATHS. (a) Every person operating a bicycle upon a roadway shall ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable, exercising due care when passing a standing vehicle or one proceeding in the same direction. Ordinance experts (Jonathons or others) – would you be able to give Point Pleasant some feedback/suggestions for their bike ordinance and/or point them to some awesome ordinances (in WV or other states)? Gabe’s email is gabe.roush(a)gmail.com<mailto:gabe.roush@gmail.com> One more thing: you all may already know this, but given that many cyclists can’t come to the both days of the Bike Summit, WV Connecting Communities has created a Sunday-only registration for $20. Here’s a link to registration: Bike Summit January 24<https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ebds6p0r6…> Sunday only registration is now OPEN for the WV Bike Summit! Only $20 for program and reception on Sunday night. Here is the agenda: All events start at Charleston Marriott 12:00 p.m. 35 mile bike ride. Easy to moderate ride to celebrate cycling. 3:00 p.m. Easy ride in the city of Charleston with police escort. Join hundreds of cyclists on a casual ride in the city. Maybe the largest group ride in the history of WV? 5:00 p.m. Reception at the Marriott. Join other cyclists from across the state as we begin to build a network where we can all access and build a better cycling network in Almost Heaven. 5:30 p.m. Dale Porter of cyclingscenicwv.com<http://cyclingscenicwv.com/> presents the best cycling routes in the state. 6:15 p.m. Shane Cusick, ASLA, LEED AP| Program & Outreach Manager Bike Virginia - Shane will present Bike Virginia to our group. The reception will continue until we are tired of talking about cycling. Share with your cycling friends. This will be a chance to gather cyclists from across the state and get to know each other. Thanks! Christina c.hunt(a)wvhub.org<mailto:c.hunt@wvhub.org> From: Gabe Roush [mailto:gabe.roush@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, January 8, 2016 8:49 AM To: Christina Hunt <c.hunt(a)wvhub.org> Subject: Point Pleasant Bicycle Ordinance Hello again! I've been looking into the Bike Friendly designation ever since you had sent me the information about it. I finally came across our town's bike ordinance, and I was wondering if you would be willing to run it by the folks at the bike board in Morgantown to see if they feel that it is up to date. I'm pretty sure it is comparable to that of the state's law. The only flaw that I have found was that there is no mention of the allowance of 3 ft when a motorist passes a cyclist. It is Article 373 on page 87. Thanks! -- Gabriel Roush, ATC Holzer Health System

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Angry Red Lines
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Jan '16

08 Jan '16

Hi Chip, In response to your question at last night's BB meeting, the bike route map, https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/embed?mid=zEb1x3Cmdv5Y.kqiiHTyb_6tc on the Bike Morgantown website shows more roads marked red than WV 705: University Av. between Fayette St. and North St.; Van Voorhis Rd.; Mon Blvd. between Patteson Dr. and the Star City Bridge; Hartman Run Rd.; Stewart St./Stewartstown Rd. between Hoffman/Protzman and Rt. 119 to Pt. Marion; Rt. 119/Cheat Rd.; Mileground Rd.; WV 7 between South Walnut St. and Deckers Creek Blvd. and Rt. 7 from Sabraton southeast; Westover Bridge and Rt. 19 south to Dents Run Blvd.; South University Av. between Foundry St. and WV 73; Arboretum Service Rd.. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles Where there's a will, there's a way

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FY14 Transportation Alternatives Intent-To-Apply
by Derek Springston 08 Jan '16

08 Jan '16

Chip, Here is the Intent-to-Apply for the FY14 WVDOH Transportation Alternatives (Enhancing Bicycle Signage and Facilities -1289). Note that the $1.2 million figure was a simple entry error by the city when submitted, but it didn't jeopardize the final application. If you want to get me the information to fill in, I can take care of that with my login. Or if you wanted to run through it together, we could probably figure out a way to meet up to take care of it. I think my day could be a little flexible for that. Thanks! ~Derek -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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Infrastructure projects for grants
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jan '16

06 Jan '16

At the 12/3/15 BB meeting, I took an action item to identify infrastructure projects for which to apply for grants. The top 3 are: 1. Bicycle lane on both sides of WV 705 from Willowdale Road to Mileground Road. 2. Campus Connector from Grant Avenue to the WVU Evansdale campus. 3. Health Center Connector from old North Fire Station to Law School, Health Center, University Park and Mountaineer Field. These were Engineering recommendations in our 2012 Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan. In the attached Excel file, I sorted all the Engineering projects in order of the priority that they had in the Bicycle Plan and then marked in bold font those that are not already being addressed or are not exactly infrastructure projects. Some of this is arbitrary and others may disagree. I added a column of comments to explain my recommendations. Of course, this is only useful if we apply sufficient BB resources to win grants. Frank

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Fwd: 2016 WV Bike Summit
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jan '16

06 Jan '16

Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: 2016 WV Bike Summit > Date: January 6, 2016 2:52:52 PM EST > To: undisclosed-recipients > > WV Connecting Communities Supporters: The event that we have been planning and discussing since July is HAPPENING soon!!! We are so excited about the speakers that are traveling to Charleston on January 24th from all over the country. > > The Deputy Assistant Secretary for Transportation Policy is speaking at lunch! This is cool people!! Our State Highway Engineer is also speaking. These men are in charge of transportation policy at the federal level and highway/road engineering here in WV. What a great opportunity to hear their perspectives on cycling and walking in our country and to show them that people do care very much about safely being able to walk or bike in our communities. > > Please register for the Summit (Jan. 24 and 25 at the Charleston Marriott) today by visiting www.wvconnectingcommunities.com. Look for the Register Now button. You will have to hit an additional Register Now button but you can do it!! Early registration ends on Jan. 13th. If you need to pay by check or cash, send me an email. > > I've attached the latest and greatest program. Please forward my email to all your colleagues and friends that may be interested in health, community development, tourism, cycling infrastructure, or just plain ole like bicycles. > > Let me know if you would like to help out at the Summit. Feel free to call or email if you have ideas/thoughts or are just as excited as I am. > > Kasey > > Kasey Russell > WV Connecting Communities, Executive Director > 304.542.1994 > >

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Fwd: 2016 WV Bike Summit
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jan '16

06 Jan '16

Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: 2016 WV Bike Summit > Date: January 6, 2016 2:52:52 PM EST > To: undisclosed-recipients > > WV Connecting Communities Supporters: The event that we have been planning and discussing since July is HAPPENING soon!!! We are so excited about the speakers that are traveling to Charleston on January 24th from all over the country. > > The Deputy Assistant Secretary for Transportation Policy is speaking at lunch! This is cool people!! Our State Highway Engineer is also speaking. These men are in charge of transportation policy at the federal level and highway/road engineering here in WV. What a great opportunity to hear their perspectives on cycling and walking in our country and to show them that people do care very much about safely being able to walk or bike in our communities. > > Please register for the Summit (Jan. 24 and 25 at the Charleston Marriott) today by visiting www.wvconnectingcommunities.com. Look for the Register Now button. You will have to hit an additional Register Now button but you can do it!! Early registration ends on Jan. 13th. If you need to pay by check or cash, send me an email. > > I've attached the latest and greatest program. Please forward my email to all your colleagues and friends that may be interested in health, community development, tourism, cycling infrastructure, or just plain ole like bicycles. > > Let me know if you would like to help out at the Summit. Feel free to call or email if you have ideas/thoughts or are just as excited as I am. > > Kasey > > Kasey Russell > WV Connecting Communities, Executive Director > 304.542.1994 > >

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Community Health survey for Mon County residents
by Christiaan Abildso 06 Jan '16

06 Jan '16

Friends -Apologies for mass distribution and cross postings, but on my professional side I am part of an assessment of the perceived health needs of Mon County. As such, we are asking residents of Mon County to complete a very brief, 5 minute survey about our community's health needs. This is a tremendous opportunity to guide future investment by Ruby & the Health Department. Much like the many transportation & other plans our local entities put together, our voice is needed to guide these efforts to make Mon County an even greater place to walk, bike, breathe, and live. Information follows. Thanks for considering! Please forward to other lists, including neighborhood associations, children's/adults' sports leagues, etc.Thanks so much!Christiaan-----------Dear Monongalia County citizens: TheWVU School of Public Health (WVU SPH) and the Monongalia County HealthDepartment (MCHD) need your help! Every three years, non-profit hospitalsare required to conduct Community Health Needs Assessments and developimplementation plans for how the health needs of our county residents will bestbe addressed. WVU Hospital is partnering with MCHDand WVU SPH to complete the assessment and develop an improvement plan. These2 groups recognize the importance of hearing from the actual citizensbenefiting from and receiving these services. WVU SPH and MCHD want tointegrate your valuable input and engage the county-wide community in theassessment and planning efforts of this work. Please click on thefollowing link or copy and paste it into your web browser to take the briefsurvey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/communityhealth_assessment. It will take you approximately5 minutes to complete and your input is highly valuable. This work is all in aneffort to make Monongalia County a healthier place to live, work andplay. For more information you may contact: Jessica Coffman at jecoffman(a)hsc.wvu.edu or 304-293-6283. "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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Updated December Minutes; January Meeting Announcement and Draft Agenda
by Drew Gatlin 31 Dec '15

31 Dec '15

Hello all! Welcome to winter! (??) I received a number of comments regarding December's minutes and I wanted to thank all of you who reviewed them and sent suggestions for expansion or clarification. Please see the updated verbiage for December minutes, filled with all kinds of good formatting to ease reading. Also, our January meeting is next Thursday, the 7th. Chip and I compiled the attached draft agenda; please review it and send suggestions to me. I will issue the finalized agenda by this Thursday, New Year's Eve. Note: we have two guests who will join us in the first part of our meeting. Also note: there are "read-aheads" which I will issue with the finalized agenda on Thursday. See you all in a little more than a week! Drew

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December Minutes / Action Items / Welcome New Members!
by Drew Gatlin 15 Dec '15

15 Dec '15

Hello all! First, please welcome new members Christina Hunt, Matt Watson, and Brian Ricketts! We await their official confirmation by the traffic commission but I'm confident they will serve our board well. Please find the December minutes attached and review the following action items: - Damien: install bike locker signs, BFC signs, bicycle rings, confirm new members at next traffic commission meeting - Anyone interested in taking the LCI course: reach out to Chip - TAP grant committee (Derek S, Frank G, Christina H, Kelli L, Matt W, Marilyn N, & Jing Z) intent to apply due Jan 15, 2016 - Education Committee (Harry G, Frank G, Marilyn N & Jing Z) develop an advertising strategy to educate the general public about SLM & BMUFL by this coming spring Thanks for your time! Happy holidays if that's your thing! -Drew, your humble secretary

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I've got a story to tell: New Traffic Infrastructure In Morgantown, WV
by Drew Gatlin 11 Dec '15

11 Dec '15

Hello folks! I had a stroke of inspiration to use a school assignment for our cause. I was tasked with a digital storytelling project and decided to put something together for our sharrow education campaign. I'd love your feedback on it and, if you think we could use this format for other topics, a list of some new ideas. I used a program called Adobe Voice to create it, and rather than send you all a 100mb file over email they graciously hosted it on their site (note: I currently limited viewing to those who have a link so please don't spread this too far before everyone gets a chance to chime in). I am particularly interested in hearing from you if you would be hesitant to publish this -- WVU libraries saw it (my professor is a librarian) and they were hoping to publish it on their pages / youtube account. Check out the video here: New Traffic Infrastructure In Morgantown, WV Thanks for your time! Drew c 304-719-7900

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Re: [Bikeboard] Word document with info. Needed
by Drew Gatlin 08 Dec '15

08 Dec '15

Lt. McCabe et. all, I resent the original message that was originally addressed to you and copied to Chip Wamsley. Please confirm receipt at your leisure. Thanks, Drew Gatlin On Tue, Nov 24, 2015 at 4:52 PM, Matt McCabe <mmccabe(a)morgantownwv.gov> wrote: > Whoever sent me the application where info. Is needed from the Police > Dept., please resend. > > Thanks, Lt. McCabe > > Sent from Outlook <http://aka.ms/Ox5hz3> > > > > > On Wed, Nov 4, 2015 at 3:43 PM -0800, "Drew Gatlin" <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > > All, > > Attached is a proposed (I believe historically used) agenda / minutes > format for our meetings. Check it out and let us know what you think, > either up here or at the meeting tomorrow. > > Compare and contrast with the simple "outline" format we've been using for > the past few months. > > Thanks! See you tomorrow night, > Drew > > On Thu, Oct 29, 2015 at 4:43 PM, Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Hello all, >> >> TL;DR: >> ---Please reply to me with 1) Your name and 2) What you perceive as your >> interest / position with the bicycle board (Are you a voting member of a >> particular ward? Ex officio representing a particular organization? >> Concerned, engaged citizen?) and whether you are able/willing to ramp up >> your involvement if you are not currently a voting or ex officio >> ---Read the attached procedural guidelines and come up with at least one >> suggested update to them (ex. changes to officers, changes to membership, >> redefining what constitutes a quorum, etc.) >> >> ---------------------------------- >> Please also see the attached October minutes. Given that they were >> recorded by Chip and transcribed by me, I ask those in attendance last >> month to review them and email me any necessary edits before we post them >> to the website. >> >> Also see attached November proposed agenda. It is almost identical to the >> October agenda. Please email me with any suggested additions or >> subtractions. >> >> To pursue October agenda item 8) we need to get a better hold on the >> current formal and informal membership. Even if it's clear that I know who >> you are, please respond to this email with the above requested information >> (in TL;DR section) >> >> To close November agenda number 9) I will send out November's agenda in >> multiple proposed formats. Please review these formats when you receive >> them before the meeting. >> >> Our next meeting is November 5th, 6:30pm-8:30pm in Training room 1 of the >> public safety building. As always, please don't hesitate to reach out with >> any questions >> >> Thanks for your time! >> Drew >> > >

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Fwd: School Active Transport
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Dec '15

08 Dec '15

Bicycle Board Members, Who wants to represent the Bicycle Board on a Safety Committee to work with the Pedestrian Safety Board on Safe Routes to School? I discussed this with Chip. If you are interested, please reply to him. Following are relevant excerpts from the thread below: Bill Reger-Nash: >> This committee is an important one. I suggest we set up a three-person committee (including at least one female) to represent walking (and probably biking--Frank, your thoughts?). We should then contact Dr. Devono's office about working together. Ella Belling is overwhelmed with the many good things she is doing but she should be appraised of the efforts of this committee. >> >> Further, Dr. Devono suggested you contact the MountainView Principal about purchase of a bike rack. According to him, they have monies for these resources. Dec. 7 Ped Board minutes, action items: >> Chair Matt Cross to contact Mon County Schools about the Safety Committee to work with a Pedestrian Safety Board subcommittee on Safe Routes to Schools issues. There is a County-wide committee and each school has such a committee. Again, please reply to Chip if you want to serve on the Safety Committee. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Reger-Nash, Bill" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > Subject: School Active Transport > Date: December 8, 2015 1:28:09 PM EST > To: "Abildso, Christiaan" <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board" <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, "Jan Derry" <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, "Summers, Martha" <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Cohen, Stanley" <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Hartsell, Kimberly" <Kim.Hartsell(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Mike Fike <micynster(a)gmail.com>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Debbie Cain <sunnybeewv(a)gmail.com>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, "Stout, Margaret" <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Jimmie Simmons <jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, "Jonathan Rosenbaum" <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Frank McGhee <femcghee(a)comcast.net>, "Rye, James" <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Claire Chantler" <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Nutter, Roy" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bill Kawecki <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>, "Coole, Charles" <ccoole(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Nicole Gauthier-Schatz <nicolegauthierschatz(a)gmail.com>, "jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com" <jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com>, "mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org" <mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Jennifer <jselin(a)hotmail.com>, "citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org" <citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ryan Simonton <rsimonton(a)morgantownwv.gov>, "Jones, Emily" <Emily.Jones(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Pam Queen (pqueen(a)diminionpost.com)" <pqueen(a)dominionpost.com>, "Denzine, Gypsy" <Gypsy.Denzine(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Barbara Watkins (barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com)" <barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com>, Saba Ashfaq <sashfaq(a)mix.wvu.edu>, "bconley(a)dominionpost.com" <bconley(a)dominionpost.com>, Amy Pratt <alpratt(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, "bconley(a)dominionpost.com" <bconley(a)dominionpost.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Reger-Nash, Bill" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > Cc: "Misra, Ranjita" <RAMISRA(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Andrew Denny <adenny1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Samantha Shawley <sshawley(a)mix.wvu.edu>, "Kathryn Long (klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu)" <klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu>, "Hand, Gregory" <gahand(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Pape, Olivia" <olivia.pape(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Pierskalla, Chad" <cpierska(a)wvu.edu> > > Christiaan, > > This committee is an important one. I suggest we set up a three-person committee (including at least one female) to represent walking (and probably biking--Frank, your thoughts?). We should then contact Dr. Devono's office about working together. Ella Belling is overwhelmed with the many good things she is doing but she should be appraised of the efforts of this committee. > > Further, Dr. Devono suggested you contact the MountainView Principal about purchase of a bike rack. According to him, they have monies for these resources. > > What do you think? > > Bill > > Bill Reger-Nash, EdD > Professor Emeritus, West Virginia University School of Public Health > > Associate Chair, Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > > Walk 30 to 60 minutes daily. > Feel the Power of Half an Hour. > > Room 3812 E, Health Sciences South > One Medical Center Drive > Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 > Phones: Office - 304-293-0763; Cell - 304-685-6740 > Email: wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu > Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/BillRegerNash/ > School of Public Health Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/pages/ > > Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution by anyone other than the intended recipient(s) is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. > > > > From: Abildso, Christiaan > Sent: Tuesday, December 8, 2015 10:10 AM > To: Reger-Nash, Bill; Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board; Regina Mayolo; Jan Derry; Summers, Martha; Cohen, Stanley; Hartsell, Kimberly; Mike Fike; Sarah Bias; Debbie Cain; Dwight Harshbarger; Maria Smith; Stout, Margaret; George Lilley; Jimmie Simmons; Jonathan Rosenbaum; Bill Austin; Matt Cross; Emily Vasile; Frank McGhee; Rye, James; Ella Belling; Frank Gmeindl; Claire Chantler; Don Spencer; Damien Davis; Nutter, Roy; Bill Kawecki; Coole, Charles; Nicole Gauthier-Schatz; jingzhangaicp@gmail.com;mmccabe@cityofmorgantown.org; Jennifer; citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org; Ryan Simonton; Jones, Emily; Pam Queen (pqueen(a)diminionpost.com); Denzine, Gypsy; Barbara Watkins (barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com); Saba Ashfaq;bconley(a)dominionpost.com; Amy Pratt; Matt Cross; bconley(a)dominionpost.com > Cc: Misra, Ranjita; Andrew Denny; Samantha Shawley; Kathryn Long (klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu); Hand, Gregory; Pape, Olivia; Pierskalla, Chad > Subject: RE: Draft Pedestrian Safety Board December Minutes > > Something for those of us on campus & those that use campus infrastructure (all of us): WVU UPD goes mobile for semi-annual safety audit, turning to LiveSafe users > http://wvutoday.wvu.edu/n/2015/12/07/wvu-upd-goes-mobile-for-semi-annual-sa… > > The virtual “safety walk,” replaces the semi-annual joint physical walk. UPD Chief Bob Roberts believes having the University’s almost 5,000-member LifeSafe community participating will result in broader coverage. “We do these twice a year, in the fall after the leaves have fallen and in the late spring once they have returned,” Roberts said. “This year we are changing the process by going electronic and including you in our walk.” > > Roberts said police are looking for such concerns as lights out, dark areas, sidewalk damage. > > “We are asking that as you go about you normal activities on campus, to take a moment and look around for these concerns or improvements that can make our campus community safer,” he said. “We are asking that you do this on the following dates: Dec. 8, 9 and 10, using your Livesafe app specifically for this project, but we ask that you report any issue as you may find them.” > LiveSafe users should go to “Report Tips,” and then use the “Repair Needed” section to report a concern or improvement, location and any identifying markings, such pole numbers for lights that are out. > Apple and Android versions of the app can be downloaded from:http://police.wvu.edu/special-services/livesafe > > Christiaan Abildso, Ph.D., MPH > Assistant Professor, WVU School of Public Health > Interim Co-Director, WVU Health Research Center > 304-293-5374 > > Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution by anyone other than the intended recipient(s) is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. > > From: Reger-Nash, Bill > Sent: Monday, December 07, 2015 8:35 PM > To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com>; Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>; Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>; Summers, Martha <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Cohen, Stanley <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Hartsell, Kimberly <Kim.Hartsell(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Mike Fike <micynster(a)gmail.com>; Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>; Abildso, Christiaan <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Debbie Cain <sunnybeewv(a)gmail.com>; Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>; Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>; Stout, Margaret <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>; George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>; Jimmie Simmons <jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>; Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>; Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>; Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>; Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>; Frank McGhee <femcghee(a)comcast.net>; Rye, James <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>; Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>; Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>; Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>; Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>; Nutter, Roy <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Bill Kawecki <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>; Coole, Charles <ccoole(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Nicole Gauthier-Schatz <nicolegauthierschatz(a)gmail.com>; jingzhangaicp@gmail.com;mmccabe@cityofmorgantown.org; Jennifer <jselin(a)hotmail.com>; citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org; Ryan Simonton <rsimonton(a)morgantownwv.gov>; Jones, Emily <Emily.Jones(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Pam Queen (pqueen(a)diminionpost.com) <pqueen(a)dominionpost.com>; Denzine, Gypsy <Gypsy.Denzine(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Barbara Watkins (barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com) <barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com>; Saba Ashfaq <sashfaq(a)mix.wvu.edu>;bconley(a)dominionpost.com; Amy Pratt <alpratt(a)mix.wvu.edu>; Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>;bconley(a)dominionpost.com > Cc: Misra, Ranjita <RAMISRA(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Andrew Denny <adenny1(a)mix.wvu.edu>; Samantha Shawley <sshawley(a)mix.wvu.edu>; Kathryn Long (klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu) <klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu>; Hand, Gregory <gahand(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Pape, Olivia <olivia.pape(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Pierskalla, Chad <cpierska(a)wvu.edu> > Subject: Draft Pedestrian Safety Board December Minutes > > Pedestrian Advocates. > > Following and attached are the draft December Minutes and the approved November Minutes. Dr. Devono's presentation was informative today, and for that we are grateful. His comments elucidated the need for us to work more closely with the Mon County Board of Education. > > Let me know if you have questions. > > Be well. > > Bill > > Draft December Meeting Minutes > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Public Safety Building – Training Room 1 > Monday, December 7, 4:30 – 5:30 PM > > The Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board’s mission is to promote a walkable environment throughout the City by developingsafe, attractive, and accessible walkways that connect neighborhoods and destinations. > 4:30 pm Call meeting to order > I. Introductions: > a. Members: Matt Cross, George Lilley, Jimmy Simmons, Kim Hartsell, Bill Reger-Nash, Lt Matt McCabe, > b. Guests: William Blosser, Barbara Watkins, Council person Jenny Selin, Bill Austin > II. Approval of November 2, 2015 Minutes. Motion by George Lilley to accept minutes as presented. Second by Jimmie Simmons. Passed by unanimous voice vote > III. -Guest speaker Dr. Frank Devono, Superintendent, provided informative perspective on the Mon County Schools and walkability > a. The student population in Mon County is growing, Elementary school in Suncrest being expanded. > b. A CDC Study (MMWR 2005) indicated that threats of violence is not the biggest deterrent to students walking to school. Rather it is distance (61.5%), traffic related danger (30.4%), weather (18.6%), crime (11.7%), and school policy (6.0%). > c. Former Mayor Selin indicated that each and every school has housing nearby that will have young people interested in and able to walk to school. > d. The Mon County Schools currently invests $240k annually to traffic control (crossing guards). > e. Consolidated schools make commuting more difficult. However, the Board of Ed is willing to install sidewalks on their properties. > f. An interest exists in having Suncrest Primary School connect to trail, although there is a concerned about the steepness of hill going down to the trail. The School Board would want to meet ADA requirements. It is possible that if Collins Ferry Road were to be made more walkable, which might quality as an alternative route for people with disabilities. Bill Reger-Nash reported that MRTC and the Bicycle Board may have procured a grant to upgrade Collins Ferry down to the trail. > g. Chairman Cross indicated Timberline Apartments interested in accessing the trail. Dr. Devono was not aware of any overture being made to the School Board about working cooperatively to develop a trail with switchbacks behind Timberline and the Suncrest School. > h. Dr. Devono reported the Mon County Schools Clerk of Works met with Ella Belling and trails committee to discuss this linkage. > i. The Federal Department of Energy seems to own land that Collins Ferry crosses. > j. Eastwood School has $50k for infrastructure, some of which can be devoted to sidewalks. It was suggested to use the MPO engineer to assist the schools with doing an audit of the area for walking/biking. > k. Bill Austin reports that DOH is installing a sidewalk from Hartman Run Road to the Eastwood School. > l. Bill Reger-Nash suggested that a need exists for a Mon County Schools Safe Routes to Schools Committee to work on these issues. Dr. Devono indicated there is a Mon County Schools Safety Committee (one countywide and one in each school) that might serve that function. > m. Concern was expressed about parents and students willingness to walk to school. It was suggested that a social marketing campaign is an avenue to change knowledge, values, attitudes, behaviors, policies and environments. > n. Baltimore Street sidewalk needs to be addressed per Matt Cross. > > > There was time for no other reports. > > > IV. Old Business – > o Sidewalks in need of repair: Go to http://com3.govtsystems.com/MorgantownWV/Request/. These issues are addressed and the person expressing their concern receives a response. > o Sidewalk obstructions, such as vehicles illegally parked on the sidewalk. Call Police Chief Ed Preston’s office at(304)284-7496. > V. New Business -upcoming seasonal snow removal awareness > > Action Items: > 1. Chair Matt Cross to contact Mon County Schools about the Safety Committee to work with a Pedestrian Safety Board subcommittee on Safe Routes to Schools issues. There is a County-wide committee and each school has such a committee. > 2. Damien Davis and Chelsi Baker to send out notification to property owners about their responsibility to remove snow in winter. > > Next meeting: January 4, 2016, Training Room 1, Public Safety Building, 4:30 – 5:30 pm > Minutes submitted by Bill Reger-Nash on December 7, 2015 > > > > Approved November Meeting Minutes > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Public Safety Building – Training Room 1 > Monday, November 2, 2015 > > The Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board’s mission is to promote a walkable environment throughout the City by developingsafe, attractive, and accessible walkways that connect neighborhoods and destinations. > 4:30 pm Call meeting to order > VI. Introductions: > a. Members: Chair Matt Cross, Dwight Harshbarger, Jimmie Simmons, Bill Reger-Nash, 6th Ward City Council Jay Redmond, George Lilley, Stan Cohen, Maria Smith, Lt Matt McCabe, Ella Belling > b. Guests: William Blosser, Barbara Watkins (barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com). Ben Conley (bconley(a)dominionpost.com) of the Dominion Post, Bill Austin, > VII. Approval of October 5, 2015 Minutes. Motion by Stan Cohen, Second by. George Lilley Passed by unanimous voice vote. > VIII. -Guest speaker MainStreet Morgantown Assistant Director Barbara Watkins discussed the proposed walking map for downtown Morgantown. > a. Growing Healthy Communities Grant from Benedum and DHHR to develop safe walking routes. The goal of the grants is to promote shops, restaurants, and other businesses in the downtown. Timeline to complete material and report is May 30, 2016. > b. Focus on identifying and publicizing safe sidewalk routes within the city > c. Chair Cross reminded us all that the existing Ped Safety Plan is available on the city of Morgantown webpage:www.cityofmorgantown.gov/government/advisory-boards/pedestrian-safe… . The plan details walking routes throughout the city. > d. There is a favorable increase in student housing density in the city which can ultimately alleviate traffic congestion as there is less need for private automobiles. > e. Reger-Nash pointed out that an extra 15 minutes of walking per day represents 5 lbs of fat burned in a year. > f. Matt Cross suggested that not infrequently there are sidewalk obstructions, such as vehicles illegally parked on the sidewalk. When these are observed, call Police Chief Ed Preston’s office at (304)284-7496. > g. Barbara Walkins reports walking 1.5 miles to work. > h. Jimmie Simmons recommends weekly community walks in the different wards/neighborhoods. There is a need for a champion to lead this effort. Pls attempt to identify anyone who might want to take on this initiative. > i. Ella Belling commented that this mapping project is a huge undertaking. Recommends a digital format as well, which Barbara indicated is contingent on funding of stage 2. > j. Matt Cross recommends identifying bus stop locations on the walking maps. > k. Jay Redmond indicated that there is city council support for sidewalks. The new User Few may be a possible funding mechanism. Suggested a clear sidewalk plan, with defined routes from each neighborhood to the downtown, would be well received by City Council. > l. Stan Cohen reported that Café Baccus offers a free snack to walkers in conjunction with the purchase of a meal. Since students are interested in service, it would be wonderful to mobilize them in this project. > m. Jimmie suggests surveying those in receipt of restaurant discounts to determine how they arrived from their home to the restaurant location. > n. Ella Belling suggested showing preliminary routes to the Ped Safety Board, which Barbara Watkins indicated is the full intent of MainStreet Morgantown. > > IX. Report > -Chair Matt Cross > · Commended Dr. Misra and Saba Ashfaq of the WVU School of Public Health for the Heads Up Campaign, which kicked off last Wednesday. > -Mountain Line Maria Smith. > · Bike Rodeo will be end of March early April indoors. > · Asset Management Plan study is underway. > · Mobility Coordinator offering travel training/inservices to community groups. > -WVU Kim Hartsell. Not present. > -Rail Trail Ella Belling. > · DOH Sabraton Road Improvements: Nov 9 is deadline for submitting Green Bag Rd (CR 857)/Route 7 improvements. > o There are currently four proposals, with two proposals that include Round-Abouts on Green Bag Road (CR 857). The others are on Sabraton Ave. and farther away from the Decker’s Creek Rail Trail crossing on Green Bag. > o Round Abouts are designed to keep vehicles moving and therefore the Green Bag Road Round Abouts will impinge on the Deckers Creek Rail Trail crossing. This will make it difficult for bicyclists and pedestrians to cross the Green Bag Road. > o Consider policies for Complete Streets. > · Ella met with DOH about pedestrian and bike crossing near CVS / Golden Corral that could be done without crossing Beechurst. > · Greenspace meeting has expressed interest in the development of a crossing from White Park across Don Knotts Blvd, which is the gateway into Morgantown. > o Stan Cohen reported that Dave Harshbarger recommended a short bike/walking trail down to the traffic light. > -Greenspace Rick Landenberger. Not present. > -City Council Jay Redmond. > · Indicated that there is support among City Council for sidewalks. > · He is not sure about funds from the recently passed User Fee being used for sidewalks. > · Wants clear sidewalk improvement plan for Council to consider. > o Focus on economic development of the downtown. > -MPO Bill Austin. > · Transportation Improvement Program will be helped by pedestrian advocacy at the meetings. > · Wed 4-7 pm meeting at the Mountain Line Office to discuss Westover road and sidewalk improvements which complements the Morgantown Ped Safety Board Plan. > -City Engineer Damien Davis. Not present. > -Police Officer Lt. Matt McCabe. > -Dwight Harshbarger expressed interest in the legality and feasibility of streets without sidewalks, such as Buchannon, to having a type of bike lane painted along one side of the street for pedestrians. > · This street is the only route to the downtown from the South Hills neighborhood. Marking of share the roads. > · South Hills has no sidewalks to downtown. > X. Old Business > - Education campaign, sidewalk funding. Not addressed at the meeting. > o Sidewalks in need of repair: Go to http://com3.govtsystems.com/MorgantownWV/Request/. These issues are addressed and the person expressing their concern receives a response. > o Sidewalk obstructions, such as vehicles illegally parked on the sidewalk. Call Police Chief Ed Preston’s office at(304)284-7496. > XI. New Business > -Upcoming seasonal snow removal awareness, prepare discussion for school sidewalks > with Dr. Devono in December. > > Action Items: > 1. All: Identify a champion to lead weekly neighborhood 30-minute walks in Morgantown. > 2. All: Examine the Connecting Network of Sidewalks (CNS) on pages 26-28 of the attached Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Plan. > 3. All: Attend the December 7 Pedestrian Safety Board meeting. Dr. Devono will be present. Among other issues, he will discuss walking issues as they relate to the new Suncrest School along Collins Ferry Road. > 4. All: Submitting comments and suggestions to the State DOH regarding Greenbag Rd/Route 7 improvements. These are due prior to Monday, November 9. > 5. Matt Cross: To call Brent Walker of DOH about Ped Safety Board input into the DOH study of Morgantown crossing signals. > 6. All: Identify ADA issues as they relate to sidewalks in Morgantown and the surrounding communities. In the absence of explicit code, ADA concerns that are being ignored. > > Next meeting: Monday, December 7, 2015, Training Room 1, Public Safety Building, 4:30 – 5:30 pm > Draft Minutes submitted by Bill Reger-Nash on November 2, 2015 > > > > > > > > > > > > Bill Reger-Nash, EdD > Professor Emeritus, West Virginia University School of Public Health > > Associate Chair, Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > > Walk 30 to 60 minutes daily. > Feel the Power of Half an Hour. > > Room 3812 E, Health Sciences South > One Medical Center Drive > Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 > Phones: Office - 304-293-0763; Cell - 304-685-6740 > Email: wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu > Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/BillRegerNash/ > School of Public Health Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/pages/ > > Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution by anyone other than the intended recipient(s) is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. > > > From: Reger-Nash, Bill > Sent: Monday, December 7, 2015 1:34 PM > To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board; Regina Mayolo; Jan Derry; Summers, Martha; Cohen, Stanley; Hartsell, Kimberly; Mike Fike; Sarah Bias; Abildso, Christiaan; Debbie Cain; Dwight Harshbarger; Maria Smith; Stout, Margaret; George Lilley; Jimmie Simmons; Jonathan Rosenbaum; Bill Austin; Matt Cross; Emily Vasile; Frank McGhee; Rye, James; Ella Belling; Frank Gmeindl; Claire Chantler; Don Spencer; Damien Davis; Nutter, Roy; Bill Kawecki; Coole, Charles; Nicole Gauthier-Schatz; jingzhangaicp@gmail.com;mmccabe@cityofmorgantown.org; Jennifer; citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org; Ryan Simonton; Jones, Emily; Pam Queen (pqueen(a)diminionpost.com); Denzine, Gypsy; Barbara Watkins (barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com); Saba Ashfaq;bconley(a)dominionpost.com; Amy Pratt; Matt Cross > Cc: Misra, Ranjita; Andrew Denny; Samantha Shawley; Kathryn Long (klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu); Hand, Gregory; Pape, Olivia; Pierskalla, Chad; Reger-Nash, Bill > Subject: REMINDER: Pedestrian Safety Board MEETING TODAY AT 4:30 PM > > Pedestrian Advocates, > > Look forward to having you with us today as we continue to work toward safer and more efficient pedestrian movement in our community. FURTHER, Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Frank Devono will be present to address pedestrian issues related to the new Suncrest School. > > Public Safety Building, Training Room 1, 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. > > You are encouraged to read the article about Free Range Kids, which is attached. > > Please attend if at all possible. > > Be well. > > Bill > > Bill Reger-Nash, EdD > Professor Emeritus, West Virginia University School of Public Health > > Associate Chair, Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > > Walk 30 to 60 minutes daily. > Feel the Power of Half an Hour. > > Room 3812 E, Health Sciences South > One Medical Center Drive > Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 > Phones: Office - 304-293-0763; Cell - 304-685-6740 > Email: wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu > Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/BillRegerNash/ > School of Public Health Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/pages/ > > Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution by anyone other than the intended recipient(s) is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. > > > From: Reger-Nash, Bill > Sent: Tuesday, December 1, 2015 10:14 PM > To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board; Regina Mayolo; Jan Derry; Summers, Martha; Cohen, Stanley; Hartsell, Kimberly; Mike Fike; Sarah Bias; Abildso, Christiaan; Debbie Cain; Dwight Harshbarger; Maria Smith; Stout, Margaret; George Lilley; Chertok, Ilana; Jimmie Simmons; Jonathan Rosenbaum; Bill Austin; Matt Cross; Emily Vasile; Frank McGhee; Rye, James; Ella Belling; Frank Gmeindl; Claire Chantler; Don Spencer; Damien Davis; Nutter, Roy; Bill Kawecki; Coole, Charles; Nicole Gauthier-Schatz;jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com; mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org; Jennifer; citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org; Ryan Simonton; Jones, Emily; Pam Queen (pqueen(a)diminionpost.com); Denzine, Gypsy; Barbara Watkins (barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com); Saba Ashfaq; bconley(a)dominionpost.com; Amy Pratt > Cc: Misra, Ranjita; Andrew Denny; Samantha Shawley; Kathryn Long (klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu); Hand, Gregory; Pape, Olivia; Pierskalla, Chad; Reger-Nash, Bill > Subject: Pedestrian Safety Board December Meeting Agenda, Article on Free Range Kids > > Greetings Pedestrian Safety Board Members and Friends: > > Following is the December meeting agenda for Monday, December 7. > > This is a busy time of year, but your attendance will be appreciated. Remember that the opponents of pedestrian safety do not sleep! Attached is: > *superior format for the agenda that also includes the minutes from the November meeting > *an article by Mark Fenton about "Building a World for Free Range Kids." This is important preparation for our meeting with the Superintendent of Mon County Schools, Dr. Devono (someone should confirm our meeting with him as he is a busy man). > > December Meeting Agenda > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Public Safety Building – Training Room 1 > Monday, December 7, 4:30 – 5:30 PM > > The Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board’s mission is to promote a walkable environment throughout the City by developingsafe, attractive, and accessible walkways that connect neighborhoods and destinations. > 4:30 pm Call meeting to order > I. Introductions: > a. Members: > b. Guests: > II. Approval of November 2, 2015 Minutes. > III. -Guest speaker Dr. Frank Devono, Superintendent of Mon County Schools can give us ideas on promoting walking to school (See attached article by Mark Fenton about “Building a World for Free Range Kids” > > Reports > -Mountain Line Maria Smith > -WVU Kim Hartsell > -Rail Trail Ella Belling > -Greenspace Rick Landenberger > -City Council > -MPO Bill Austin > -City Engineer Damien Davis > -Traffic Commission Matt Cross > > IV. Old Business – > Education campaign > Sidewalk funding > o Sidewalks in need of repair: Go to http://com3.govtsystems.com/MorgantownWV/Request/. These issues are addressed and the person expressing their concern receives a response. > o Sidewalk obstructions, such as vehicles illegally parked on the sidewalk. Call Police Chief Ed Preston’s office at(304)284-7496. > V. New Business -upcoming seasonal snow removal awareness > > Action Items: > > Next meeting: December 7, 2015, Training Room 1, Public Safety Building, 4:30 – 5:30 pm > > Bill Reger-Nash, EdD > Professor Emeritus, West Virginia University School of Public Health > > Associate Chair, Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > > Walk 30 to 60 minutes daily. > Feel the Power of Half an Hour. > > Room 3812 E, Health Sciences South > One Medical Center Drive > Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 > Phones: Office - 304-293-0763; Cell - 304-685-6740 > Email: wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu > Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/BillRegerNash/ > School of Public Health Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/pages/ > > Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution by anyone other than the intended recipient(s) is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. > > >

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Fwd: Draft Pedestrian Safety Board December Minutes
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Dec '15

07 Dec '15

Schools Superintendent Devono addresses Ped Board on SRTS. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: *Reger-Nash, Bill* <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu> Date: Monday, December 7, 2015 Subject: Draft Pedestrian Safety Board December Minutes To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com>, Regina Mayolo < reginam(a)verizon.net>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, "Summers, Martha" < msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Cohen, Stanley" <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Hartsell, Kimberly" <Kim.Hartsell(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Mike Fike < micynster(a)gmail.com>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, "Abildso, Christiaan" <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Debbie Cain <sunnybeewv(a)gmail.com>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, Maria Smith < mariasmith(a)busride.org>, "Stout, Margaret" <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Jimmie Simmons < jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Frank McGhee <femcghee(a)comcast.net>, "Rye, James" <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Damien Davis < ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Nutter, Roy" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bill Kawecki <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>, "Coole, Charles" <ccoole(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Nicole Gauthier-Schatz <nicolegauthierschatz(a)gmail.com>, " jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com" <jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com>, " mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org" <mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Jennifer < jselin(a)hotmail.com>, "citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org" < citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ryan Simonton < rsimonton(a)morgantownwv.gov>, "Jones, Emily" <Emily.Jones(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Pam Queen (pqueen(a)diminionpost.com)" <pqueen(a)dominionpost.com>, "Denzine, Gypsy" <Gypsy.Denzine(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Barbara Watkins ( barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com)" <barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com>, Saba Ashfaq < sashfaq(a)mix.wvu.edu>, "bconley(a)dominionpost.com" <bconley(a)dominionpost.com>, Amy Pratt <alpratt(a)mix.wvu.edu> Cc: "Misra, Ranjita" <RAMISRA(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Andrew Denny < adenny1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Samantha Shawley <sshawley(a)mix.wvu.edu>, "Kathryn Long (klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu)" <klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu>, "Hand, Gregory" < gahand(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Pape, Olivia" <olivia.pape(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Pierskalla, Chad" <cpierska(a)wvu.edu> Pedestrian Advocates. Following and attached are the draft December Minutes and the approved November Minutes. Dr. Devono's presentation was informative today, and for that we are grateful. His comments elucidated the need for us to work more closely with the Mon County Board of Education. Let me know if you have questions. Be well. Bill *Draft December Meeting Minutes* *Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board * *Public Safety Building – Training Room 1* *Monday, December 7, 4:30 – 5:30 PM* *The Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board’s mission is to promote a walkable environment throughout the City by developing safe, attractive, and accessible walkways that connect neighborhoods and destinations.* 4:30 pm Call meeting to order *I. **Introductions: * a. Members: Matt Cross, George Lilley, Jimmy Simmons, Kim Hartsell, Bill Reger-Nash, Lt Matt McCabe, b. Guests: William Blosser, Barbara Watkins, Council person Jenny Selin, Bill Austin *II. **Approval of November 2, 2015* Minutes. Motion by George Lilley to accept minutes as presented. Second by Jimmie Simmons. Passed by unanimous voice vote *III. **-**Guest speaker Dr. Frank Devono, Superintendent, **provided informative perspective on the Mon County Schools and walkability * *a. **The student population in Mon County is growing, Elementary school in Suncrest being expanded. * *b. **A CDC Study (MMWR 2005) indicated that threats of violence is not the biggest deterrent to students walking to school. Rather it is distance (61.5%), traffic related danger (30.4%), weather (18.6%), crime (11.7%), and school policy (6.0%). * *c. **Former Mayor Selin indicated that each and every school has housing nearby that will have young people interested in and able to walk to school.* *d. **The Mon County Schools currently invests $240k annually to traffic control (crossing guards). * *e. **Consolidated schools make commuting more difficult. However, the Board of Ed is willing to install sidewalks on their properties. * *f. **An interest exists in having Suncrest Primary School connect to trail, although there is a concerned about the steepness of hill going down to the trail. The School Board would want to meet ADA requirements. It is possible that if Collins Ferry Road were to be made more walkable, which might quality as an alternative route for people with disabilities. Bill Reger-Nash reported that MRTC and the Bicycle Board may have procured a grant to upgrade Collins Ferry down to the trail. * *g. **Chairman Cross indicated Timberline Apartments interested in accessing the trail. Dr. Devono was not aware of any overture being made to the School Board about working cooperatively to develop a trail with switchbacks behind Timberline and the Suncrest School. * *h. **Dr. Devono reported the Mon County Schools Clerk of Works met with Ella Belling and trails committee to discuss this linkage. * *i. **The Federal Department of Energy seems to own land that Collins Ferry crosses. * *j. **Eastwood School has $50k for infrastructure, some of which can be devoted to sidewalks. It was suggested to use the MPO engineer to assist the schools with doing an audit of the area for walking/biking. * *k. **Bill Austin reports that DOH is installing a sidewalk from Hartman Run Road to the Eastwood School. * *l. **Bill Reger-Nash suggested that a need exists for a Mon County Schools Safe Routes to Schools Committee to work on these issues. Dr. Devono indicated there is a Mon County Schools Safety Committee (one countywide and one in each school) that might serve that function. * *m. **Concern was expressed about parents and students willingness to walk to school. It was suggested that a social marketing campaign is an avenue to change knowledge, values, attitudes, behaviors, policies and environments. * *n. **Baltimore Street sidewalk needs to be addressed per Matt Cross. * *There was time for no other reports. * *IV. **Old Business – * o *Sidewalks in need of repair: Go to * http://com3.govtsystems.com/MorgantownWV/Request/. These issues are addressed and the person expressing their concern receives a response. o *Sidewalk obstructions, such as vehicles illegally parked on the sidewalk*. Call Police Chief Ed Preston’s office at (304)284-7496. *V. **New Business -upcoming seasonal snow removal awareness* *Action Items:* *1. Chair Matt Cross to contact Mon County Schools about the Safety Committee to work with a Pedestrian Safety Board subcommittee on Safe Routes to Schools issues. There is a County-wide committee and each school has such a committee. * *2. Damien Davis and Chelsi Baker to send out notification to property owners about their responsibility to remove snow in winter. * *Next meeting: January 4, 2016, Training Room 1, Public Safety Building, 4:30 – 5:30 pm* *Minutes submitted by Bill Reger-Nash on December 7, 2015* *Approved November Meeting Minutes* *Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board * *Public Safety Building – Training Room 1* *Monday, November 2, 2015 * *The Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board’s mission is to promote a walkable environment throughout the City by developing safe, attractive, and accessible walkways that connect neighborhoods and destinations.* 4:30 pm Call meeting to order *VI. **Introductions: * a. Members: Chair Matt Cross, Dwight Harshbarger, Jimmie Simmons, Bill Reger-Nash, 6th Ward City Council Jay Redmond, George Lilley, Stan Cohen, Maria Smith, Lt Matt McCabe, Ella Belling b. Guests: William Blosser, Barbara Watkins ( barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com');>). Ben Conley (bconley(a)dominionpost.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','bconley(a)dominionpost.com');>) of the Dominion Post, Bill Austin, *VII. **Approval of October 5, 2015* Minutes. Motion by Stan Cohen, Second by. George Lilley Passed by unanimous voice vote. *VIII. **-Guest speaker MainStreet Morgantown Assistant Director Barbara Watkins discussed the proposed walking map for downtown Morgantown.* a. Growing Healthy Communities Grant from Benedum and DHHR to develop safe walking routes. The goal of the grants is to promote shops, restaurants, and other businesses in the downtown. Timeline to complete material and report is May 30, 2016. b. Focus on identifying and publicizing safe sidewalk routes within the city c. Chair Cross reminded us all that the existing Ped Safety Plan is available on the city of Morgantown webpage: www.cityofmorgantown.gov/government/advisory-boards/pedestrian-safety-board . The plan details walking routes throughout the city. d. There is a favorable increase in student housing density in the city which can ultimately alleviate traffic congestion as there is less need for private automobiles. e. Reger-Nash pointed out that an extra 15 minutes of walking per day represents 5 lbs of fat burned in a year. f. Matt Cross suggested that not infrequently there are sidewalk obstructions, such as vehicles illegally parked on the sidewalk. When these are observed, call Police Chief Ed Preston’s office at (304)284-7496. g. Barbara Walkins reports walking 1.5 miles to work. h. Jimmie Simmons recommends weekly community walks in the different wards/neighborhoods. There is a need for a champion to lead this effort. Pls attempt to identify anyone who might want to take on this initiative. i. Ella Belling commented that this mapping project is a huge undertaking. Recommends a digital format as well, which Barbara indicated is contingent on funding of stage 2. j. Matt Cross recommends identifying bus stop locations on the walking maps. k. Jay Redmond indicated that there is city council support for sidewalks. The new User Few may be a possible funding mechanism. Suggested a clear sidewalk plan, with defined routes from each neighborhood to the downtown, would be well received by City Council. l. Stan Cohen reported that Café Baccus offers a free snack to walkers in conjunction with the purchase of a meal. Since students are interested in service, it would be wonderful to mobilize them in this project. m. Jimmie suggests surveying those in receipt of restaurant discounts to determine how they arrived from their home to the restaurant location. n. Ella Belling suggested showing preliminary routes to the Ped Safety Board, which Barbara Watkins indicated is the full intent of MainStreet Morgantown. *IX. **Report* *-Chair Matt Cross * · Commended Dr. Misra and Saba Ashfaq of the WVU School of Public Health for the *Heads Up *Campaign, which kicked off last Wednesday. *-Mountain Line Maria Smith.* · Bike Rodeo will be end of March early April indoors. · Asset Management Plan study is underway. · Mobility Coordinator offering travel training/inservices to community groups. *-WVU Kim Hartsell. *Not present. -*Rail Trail Ella Belling.* · DOH Sabraton Road Improvements: Nov 9 is deadline for submitting Green Bag Rd (CR 857)/Route 7 improvements. o There are currently four proposals, with two proposals that include Round-Abouts on Green Bag Road (CR 857). The others are on Sabraton Ave. and farther away from the Decker’s Creek Rail Trail crossing on Green Bag. o Round Abouts are designed to keep vehicles moving and therefore the Green Bag Road Round Abouts will impinge on the Deckers Creek Rail Trail crossing. This will make it difficult for bicyclists and pedestrians to cross the Green Bag Road. o Consider policies for Complete Streets. · Ella met with DOH about pedestrian and bike crossing near CVS / Golden Corral that could be done without crossing Beechurst. · Greenspace meeting has expressed interest in the development of a crossing from White Park across Don Knotts Blvd, which is the gateway into Morgantown. o Stan Cohen reported that Dave Harshbarger recommended a short bike/walking trail down to the traffic light. *-Greenspace Rick Landenberger.* Not present. *-City Council Jay Redmond.* · Indicated that there is support among City Council for sidewalks. · He is not sure about funds from the recently passed User Fee being used for sidewalks. · Wants clear sidewalk improvement plan for Council to consider. o Focus on economic development of the downtown. *-MPO Bill Austin.* · Transportation Improvement Program will be helped by pedestrian advocacy at the meetings. · Wed 4-7 pm meeting at the Mountain Line Office to discuss Westover road and sidewalk improvements which complements the Morgantown Ped Safety Board Plan. *-City Engineer Damien Davis.* Not present. *-Police Officer Lt. Matt McCabe.* *-Dwight Harshbarger* expressed interest in the legality and feasibility of streets without sidewalks, such as Buchannon, to having a type of bike lane painted along one side of the street for pedestrians. · This street is the only route to the downtown from the South Hills neighborhood. Marking of share the roads. · South Hills has no sidewalks to downtown. *X. **Old Business* - *Education campaign, sidewalk funding. *Not addressed at the meeting. o *Sidewalks in need of repair: Go to * http://com3.govtsystems.com/MorgantownWV/Request/. These issues are addressed and the person expressing their concern receives a response. o *Sidewalk obstructions, such as vehicles illegally parked on the sidewalk*. Call Police Chief Ed Preston’s office at (304)284-7496. *XI. **New Business* *-Upcoming seasonal snow removal awareness, prepare discussion for school sidewalks* * with Dr. Devono in December.* *Action Items:* *1. **All: Identify a champion to lead weekly neighborhood 30-minute walks in Morgantown. * *2. **All: Examine the Connecting Network of Sidewalks (CNS) on pages 26-28 of the attached Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Plan. * *3. **All: Attend the December 7 Pedestrian Safety Board meeting. Dr. Devono will be present. Among other issues, he will discuss walking issues as they relate to the new Suncrest School along Collins Ferry Road. * *4. **All: Submitting comments and suggestions to the State DOH regarding Greenbag Rd/Route 7 improvements. These are due prior to Monday, November 9.* *5. **Matt Cross: To call Brent Walker of DOH about Ped Safety Board input into the DOH study of Morgantown crossing signals. * *6. **All: Identify ADA issues as they relate to sidewalks in Morgantown and the surrounding communities. In the absence of explicit code, ADA concerns that are being ignored. * *Next meeting: Monday, December 7, 2015, Training Room 1, Public Safety Building, 4:30 – 5:30 pm* *Draft Minutes submitted by Bill Reger-Nash on November 2, 2015* Bill Reger-Nash, EdD Professor Emeritus, West Virginia University School of Public Health Associate Chair, Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board Walk 30 to 60 minutes daily. Feel the Power of Half an Hour. Room 3812 E, Health Sciences South One Medical Center Drive Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 Phones: Office - 304-293-0763; Cell - 304-685-6740 Email: wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu');> Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/BillRegerNash/ School of Public Health Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/pages/ Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution by anyone other than the intended recipient(s) is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. ------------------------------ *From:* Reger-Nash, Bill *Sent:* Monday, December 7, 2015 1:34 PM *To:* Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board; Regina Mayolo; Jan Derry; Summers, Martha; Cohen, Stanley; Hartsell, Kimberly; Mike Fike; Sarah Bias; Abildso, Christiaan; Debbie Cain; Dwight Harshbarger; Maria Smith; Stout, Margaret; George Lilley; Jimmie Simmons; Jonathan Rosenbaum; Bill Austin; Matt Cross; Emily Vasile; Frank McGhee; Rye, James; Ella Belling; Frank Gmeindl; Claire Chantler; Don Spencer; Damien Davis; Nutter, Roy; Bill Kawecki; Coole, Charles; Nicole Gauthier-Schatz; jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com');>; mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org');>; Jennifer; citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org');>; Ryan Simonton; Jones, Emily; Pam Queen (pqueen(a)diminionpost.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','pqueen(a)diminionpost.com');>); Denzine, Gypsy; Barbara Watkins (barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com');>); Saba Ashfaq; bconley(a)dominionpost.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','bconley(a)dominionpost.com');>; Amy Pratt; Matt Cross *Cc:* Misra, Ranjita; Andrew Denny; Samantha Shawley; Kathryn Long ( klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu');>); Hand, Gregory; Pape, Olivia; Pierskalla, Chad; Reger-Nash, Bill *Subject:* REMINDER: Pedestrian Safety Board MEETING TODAY AT 4:30 PM Pedestrian Advocates, Look forward to having you with us today as we continue to work toward safer and more efficient pedestrian movement in our community. FURTHER, Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Frank Devono will be present to address pedestrian issues related to the new Suncrest School. Public Safety Building, Training Room 1, 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. You are encouraged to read the article about Free Range Kids, which is attached. Please attend if at all possible. Be well. Bill Bill Reger-Nash, EdD Professor Emeritus, West Virginia University School of Public Health Associate Chair, Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board Walk 30 to 60 minutes daily. Feel the Power of Half an Hour. Room 3812 E, Health Sciences South One Medical Center Drive Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 Phones: Office - 304-293-0763; Cell - 304-685-6740 Email: wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu');> Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/BillRegerNash/ School of Public Health Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/pages/ Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution by anyone other than the intended recipient(s) is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. ------------------------------ *From:* Reger-Nash, Bill *Sent:* Tuesday, December 1, 2015 10:14 PM *To:* Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board; Regina Mayolo; Jan Derry; Summers, Martha; Cohen, Stanley; Hartsell, Kimberly; Mike Fike; Sarah Bias; Abildso, Christiaan; Debbie Cain; Dwight Harshbarger; Maria Smith; Stout, Margaret; George Lilley; Chertok, Ilana; Jimmie Simmons; Jonathan Rosenbaum; Bill Austin; Matt Cross; Emily Vasile; Frank McGhee; Rye, James; Ella Belling; Frank Gmeindl; Claire Chantler; Don Spencer; Damien Davis; Nutter, Roy; Bill Kawecki; Coole, Charles; Nicole Gauthier-Schatz; jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com');>; mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org');>; Jennifer; citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org');>; Ryan Simonton; Jones, Emily; Pam Queen (pqueen(a)diminionpost.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','pqueen(a)diminionpost.com');>); Denzine, Gypsy; Barbara Watkins (barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com');>); Saba Ashfaq; bconley(a)dominionpost.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','bconley(a)dominionpost.com');>; Amy Pratt *Cc:* Misra, Ranjita; Andrew Denny; Samantha Shawley; Kathryn Long ( klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','klong6(a)mix.wvu.edu');>); Hand, Gregory; Pape, Olivia; Pierskalla, Chad; Reger-Nash, Bill *Subject:* Pedestrian Safety Board December Meeting Agenda, Article on Free Range Kids Greetings Pedestrian Safety Board Members and Friends: Following is the December meeting agenda for Monday, December 7. This is a busy time of year, but your attendance will be appreciated. Remember that the opponents of pedestrian safety do not sleep! Attached is: *superior format for the agenda that also includes the minutes from the November meeting *an article by Mark Fenton about "*Building a World for Free Range Kids*." This is important preparation for our meeting with the Superintendent of Mon County Schools, Dr. Devono (someone should confirm our meeting with him as he is a busy man). *December Meeting Agenda* *Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board * *Public Safety Building – Training Room 1* *Monday, December 7, 4:30 – 5:30 PM* *The Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board’s mission is to promote a walkable environment throughout the City by developing safe, attractive, and accessible walkways that connect neighborhoods and destinations.* 4:30 pm Call meeting to order *I. **Introductions: * a. Members: b. Guests: *II. **Approval of November 2, 2015* Minutes. *III. **-Guest speaker Dr. Frank Devono, Superintendent of Mon County Schools can give us ideas on promoting walking to school (See attached article by Mark Fenton about “Building a World for Free Range Kids” * *Reports* *-Mountain Line Maria Smith* *-WVU Kim Hartsell* *-Rail Trail Ella Belling* *-Greenspace Rick Landenberger* *-City Council* *-MPO Bill Austin* *-City Engineer Damien Davis* *-Traffic Commission Matt Cross* *IV. **Old Business – * *Education campaign * *Sidewalk funding* o *Sidewalks in need of repair: Go to * http://com3.govtsystems.com/MorgantownWV/Request/. These issues are addressed and the person expressing their concern receives a response. o *Sidewalk obstructions, such as vehicles illegally parked on the sidewalk*. Call Police Chief Ed Preston’s office at (304)284-7496. *V. **New Business -upcoming seasonal snow removal awareness* *Action Items:* *Next meeting: December 7, 2015, Training Room 1, Public Safety Building, 4:30 – 5:30 pm* Bill Reger-Nash, EdD Professor Emeritus, West Virginia University School of Public Health Associate Chair, Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board Walk 30 to 60 minutes daily. Feel the Power of Half an Hour. Room 3812 E, Health Sciences South One Medical Center Drive Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 Phones: Office - 304-293-0763; Cell - 304-685-6740 Email: wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu');> Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/BillRegerNash/ School of Public Health Home Page: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/pages/ Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution by anyone other than the intended recipient(s) is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message.

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Re: [Bikeboard] November Minutes! Updated December Agenda! Survey!
by Chip Wamsley 03 Dec '15

03 Dec '15

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nI look forward to seeing everyone at the meeting tonight to get some action items lined up for the start of next year! Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin" johngatlin(a)gmail.com Sent: 12/2/2015 2:14:53 PM To: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] November Minutes! Updated December Agenda! Survey! Hello all! For your reference, please see the attached November minutes and a last-minute updated December agenda. Our meeting is scheduled for tomorrow 6:30pm-8:30pm in the training room of the Morgantown Public Safety building. Tonight is your last chance to participate in the parking ring prioritization survey! Tomorrow morning I will close the survey and compile the results for Chip to present to his meeting with Damien and Jeff (and Jenny?) in the afternoon. Please give your input! We only have 11 responses so far. Note: at this moment SurveyMonkey is experiencing some issues, so wait a couple hours and then click this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RS5K3XV Hope this email finds you all well and recovering from Thanksgiving, Drew

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Additional Rack at Oakland Hall/University Park
by Traci Knabenshue 03 Dec '15

03 Dec '15

Hi Bike Board, Just wanted to send an update that an additional bike rack has been installed beside Oakland Hall along Oakland St. to alleviate some of the crowding of the previous rack and cut down on bikes being chained to light poles. Some BB members had discussed this location and included photos in a presentation. I've attached a photo of the rack. While it's not the inverted U design that is the WVU standard and which many of us prefer, it is there and installed! Thanks! Traci

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November Minutes! Updated December Agenda! Survey!
by Drew Gatlin 02 Dec '15

02 Dec '15

Hello all! For your reference, please see the attached November minutes and a last-minute updated December agenda. Our meeting is scheduled for tomorrow 6:30pm-8:30pm in the training room of the Morgantown Public Safety building. Tonight is your last chance to participate in the parking ring prioritization survey! Tomorrow morning I will close the survey and compile the results for Chip to present to his meeting with Damien and Jeff (and Jenny?) in the afternoon. Please give your input! We only have 11 responses so far. Note: at this moment SurveyMonkey is experiencing some issues, so wait a couple hours and then click this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RS5K3XV Hope this email finds you all well and recovering from Thanksgiving, Drew

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FTR
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Dec '15

02 Dec '15

Here's an interesting article from NC Bike Walk about Far to the Right laws: http://www.bikewalknc.org/2015/11/the-evolution-of-stay-right-laws/?utm_cam… . It's long but worth reading if you are a cyclist. I am happy that the City of Morgantown has repealed its FTR ordinance and only hope that the state, particularly WVCC will see the light. > BikeWalk NC Recommendation on Bicycle-Specific Stay-Right Laws > There are three fundamental problems with bicycle-specific stay-right laws as they have been proposed, enacted, and revised in ways that assign bicyclists inferior rights to marked travel lanes: > > Most marked lanes are too narrow for same-lane passing to be safe. The rule and its exceptions are presented backwards. > If a stay-right law does not make it clear that it is up to the bicyclist’s judgement to decide when to operate away from the lane edge, then bicyclists who employ defensive bicycle driving techniques face constant threat of citation or harassment by less knowledgeable police officers who have different opinions of where bicyclists should ride. > If a bicycle-specific stay-right law truly allows a bicyclist discretion on where to operate in a marked lane, it is unenforceable and unnecessary. > By comparison, the generic stay-right law addresses all vehicle types and provides equitable treatment for users of marked travel lanes. This raises the question of what, if any, valid motivation exists for a bicycle-specific stay-right law. It is quite rare for bicyclists to use a full lane when the usable width of that lane is truly wide enough for safe same-lane passing and such passing would be advantageous and appropriate under the conditions present. Rather, motorist complaints about bicyclists using a full lane almost always involve narrow lanes where same-lane passing would be unsafe. Bicyclists using a full lane in daylight are rarely involved in car-bike collisions, while most motorist-overtaking collisions involve bicyclists riding at the right edge of narrow lanes. For these reasons, BikeWalk NC opposes enactment of a bicycle-specific stay-right law or modification of the state’s existing stay-right law. > Frank

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Fwd: I-79 Access Study Public Meeting December 3rd
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Dec '15

01 Dec '15

Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: I-79 Access Study Public Meeting December 3rd > Date: December 1, 2015 1:51:38 PM EST > To: <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Cc: "'Wesley Nugent'" <wes(a)wnugent.com>, "'Eldon Callen'" <eldonc(a)msn.com>, "'GM Mayor'" <gmmayor(a)wvgranville.com>, <wingsman1(a)aol.com>, <mshamberger(a)morgantownwv.gov>, "'Ed Hawkins'" <dr.hawk(a)comcast.net>, <statler4board(a)hotmail.com>, "'Jennifer'" <jselin(a)hotmail.com>, <jlgkd1970(a)gmail.com>, "'Herman Reid'" <scmayor(a)comcast.net>, "'Mike Kelly'" <dulaneyoil(a)comcast.net>, "'Randy Hudak'" <Randy.Hudak(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, "'Carr, Brian E'" <Brian.E.Carr(a)wv.gov>, <Moncom(a)aol.com>, "'Jeff Mikorski'" <jmikorski(a)morgantownwv.gov>, <gmmanager(a)wvgranville.com>, "'Chris Fletcher'" <cfletcher(a)morgantownwv.gov>, "'Damien Davis'" <ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov>, "Fouad Shoukry" <fouad.n.shoukry(a)wv.gov>, "'Penn, Elwood C'" <Elwood.C.Penn(a)wv.gov>, "'Tim Ball'" <tball(a)mub.org>, <jameadow(a)access.k12.wv.us>, <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, "'Donald Williams'" <donald.l.williams(a)wv.gov>, "Cazzaro" <cazzaro(a)comcast.net>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, "'John Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, "'Maria Smith'" <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, "'matthew'" <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, "'Joe Patten'" <Joe.Patten(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Clement Solomon'" <csolomon(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Daniel Kimble'" <Daniel(a)morgantownchamber.org>, <batkins(a)bowlesrice.com>, "'Staud, Amy'" <Amy.Staud(a)hdrinc.com>, <rick.colebank(a)thinkalphafirst.com>, "'Mayordave'" <mayordave(a)comcast.net>, "'San Bonasso'" <sgbpe(a)comcast.net> > > I understood from the State Bicycle Coordinator that the new I-79 interchange will accommodate bicycles. I'm excited to see how that is being realized and I remain interested in seeing the WVDOH's plan for supporting bicycling to and from Morgantown to the University Town Center and the surrounding area. Likewise, I will be interested in seeing the WVDOH's data and ideas for getting bicyclists across the river. > > Respectfully, > > Frank D. Gmeindl > LCI #1703 > 491 Wilson Avenue > Morgantown, WV 26501 > 304-376-0446 > Don't design a bridge just to handle the people you see swimming across the river - Tim Menzies > > > > > On Dec 1, 2015, at 12:44 PM, "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> wrote: > >> MPO Committee Members, >> >> This is a reminder that we will be holding a public meeting for the I-79 Access Study from 4 until 7 on December 3rd, at Mountain Line Transit. The purpose of the meeting is to present the findings of the existing conditions report and to ask the public about their concerns with the current operation of the roadway network. >> >> We hope you will attend this meeting and encourage others to attend the meeting. As you may recall this study potentially includes planning for an additional bridge across the Monongahela. We need public input and support to develop such a project. >> >> Respectfully, >> >> Bill Austin, AICP >> Executive Director >> Morgantown Monongalia MPO >> 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 >> Morgantown, WV 26505 >> 304-291-9571 >> 304-692-7225 Mobile >> >> It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives. It is the one that is the most adaptable to change. >> >> Charles Darwin >> >> I have noticed even people who claim everything is predestined, and that we can do nothing to change it, look before they cross the road. >> >> Stephen Hawking >> >> >> >> >> >> >

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Fwd: I-79 Access Study Public Meeting December 3rd
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Dec '15

01 Dec '15

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Subject: I-79 Access Study Public Meeting December 3rd > Date: December 1, 2015 12:44:37 PM EST > To: "'Wesley Nugent'" <wes(a)wnugent.com>, "'Eldon Callen'" <eldonc(a)msn.com>, "'GM Mayor'" <gmmayor(a)wvgranville.com>, <wingsman1(a)aol.com>, <mshamberger(a)morgantownwv.gov>, "'Ed Hawkins'" <dr.hawk(a)comcast.net>, <statler4board(a)hotmail.com>, "'Jennifer'" <jselin(a)hotmail.com>, <jlgkd1970(a)gmail.com>, "'Herman Reid'" <scmayor(a)comcast.net>, "'Mike Kelly'" <dulaneyoil(a)comcast.net>, "'Randy Hudak'" <Randy.Hudak(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, "'Carr, Brian E'" <Brian.E.Carr(a)wv.gov> > Cc: <Moncom(a)aol.com>, "'Jeff Mikorski'" <jmikorski(a)morgantownwv.gov>, <gmmanager(a)wvgranville.com>, "'Chris Fletcher'" <cfletcher(a)morgantownwv.gov>, "'Damien Davis'" <ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov>, "Fouad Shoukry" <fouad.n.shoukry(a)wv.gov>, "'Penn, Elwood C'" <Elwood.C.Penn(a)wv.gov>, "'Tim Ball'" <tball(a)mub.org>, <jameadow(a)access.k12.wv.us>, <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, "'Donald Williams'" <donald.l.williams(a)wv.gov>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Cazzaro" <cazzaro(a)comcast.net>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, "'John Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, "'Maria Smith'" <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, "'matthew'" <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, "'Joe Patten'" <Joe.Patten(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Clement Solomon'" <csolomon(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Daniel Kimble'" <Daniel(a)morgantownchamber.org>, <batkins(a)bowlesrice.com>, "'Staud, Amy'" <Amy.Staud(a)hdrinc.com>, <rick.colebank(a)thinkalphafirst.com>, "'Mayordave'" <mayordave(a)comcast.net>, "'San Bonasso'" <sgbpe(a)comcast.net> > Reply-To: <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > > MPO Committee Members, > > This is a reminder that we will be holding a public meeting for the I-79 Access Study from 4 until 7 on December 3rd, at Mountain Line Transit. The purpose of the meeting is to present the findings of the existing conditions report and to ask the public about their concerns with the current operation of the roadway network. > > We hope you will attend this meeting and encourage others to attend the meeting. As you may recall this study potentially includes planning for an additional bridge across the Monongahela. We need public input and support to develop such a project. > > Respectfully, > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 > Morgantown, WV 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives. It is the one that is the most adaptable to change. > > Charles Darwin > > I have noticed even people who claim everything is predestined, and that we can do nothing to change it, look before they cross the road. > > Stephen Hawking > > > > > > >

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December Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Nov '15

28 Nov '15

Bicycle Board Members, At next Wednesday's Traffic Commission meeting, I will be presenting the Bicycle Crash Analysis that I presented to a few members of the Bicycle Board on June 4. My desired outcome for this presentation is to get Traffic Commission members to take action to reduce bicycle crashes. It would be nice to have some BB members present to back me up. Attached is a PDF of my presentation slides and the agenda for the TC meeting. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] December Meeting: Announcement and Agenda
by Chip Wamsley 28 Nov '15

28 Nov '15

thanks Frank and Drew ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent: 11/28/2015 10:54:25 AM To: "Drew Gatlin" <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> Cc: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] December Meeting: Announcement and Agenda Drew, Thank you for issuing the draft agenda on time! Please consider adding the following 2 items. Duration; Topic; Discussion Leader; Desired Outcome 1. 2 minutes; 12/2 Traffic Commission Meeting; Chip; Outcomes of TC meeting relevant to the BB 2. 10 minutes; Transportation Alternatives Program Intent to Apply; Derek; Plan to submit intent to apply Good luck with your exam! Frank On Nov 25, 2015, at 10:11 PM, Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Hello all, > > Happy thanksgiving! Just a friendly reminder that our December meeting is next Thursday (the 3rd). Please see the attached proposed agenda and send any suggestions my way -- if you don't see an updated agenda sent out before Friday then please consider this the final agenda for our next meeting. > > I will be absent from this month's meeting due to a night exam; I'll see you all in January! > > -Drew > <15-12-03_Agenda.docx>_______________________________________________ > 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

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December Meeting: Announcement and Agenda
by Drew Gatlin 28 Nov '15

28 Nov '15

Hello all, Happy thanksgiving! Just a friendly reminder that our December meeting is next Thursday (the 3rd). Please see the attached proposed agenda and send any suggestions my way -- if you don't see an updated agenda sent out before Friday then please consider this the final agenda for our next meeting. I will be absent from this month's meeting due to a night exam; I'll see you all in January! -Drew

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Fwd: Highways Opens Online Grant Application System for Non-Traditional Transportation Projects
by Derek Springston 24 Nov '15

24 Nov '15

Hi All BB Members, I haven't glanced at this yet, but I'm emailing it to all to get it to you ASAP. Read it over and let's decide what we want to do or if we can apply again. 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<brobertson(a)geodecisions.com>, "Scoular, R Mark" <R.Mark.Scoular(a)wv.gov>, "Sedosky, Timothy B" < Timothy.B.Sedosky(a)wv.gov>, "Williams, Liz A" <Liz.A.Williams(a)wv.gov> Everyone: The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) is pleased to announce the opening of our online grant application system for FY 2016 Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) and Recreational Trails Program (RTP) potential projects. For your convenience, a direct link to the page is http://dohgrants.wv.gov/Account/LogOn.The application process has two phases: an Intent-to-Apply (ITA) Phase and an Application Phase. All applicants must first complete and submit an online ITA for the project for which funding is sought. If the ITA is approved by the WVDOH grant staff, then the applicant will be allowed to complete and submit an online Application. No paper ITAs or Applications will be accepted. Instructions for the completion of the ITA and Application can be found at the website listed above. *There are a few notable changes this year*: 1. In the past, the majority of ITAs and Applications requested funding for a combined Design Phase and Construction Phase award, with a few applications for Right of Way Phase awards to purchase property. This year, applicants may apply for the following phases either individually or together, as follows: a. Design Phase. The applicant may apply for a Design Phase award in order to fund the full development of the design plans and National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) clearance. This approach would provide the applicant with a more accurate estimate of funding needed for the Construction Phase; in addition, potential problems that may slow or even render a project infeasible could be identified during the Design Phase. This method also applies to projects in the early planning stages, i.e., those projects that are not yet mature enough in concept for Construction Phase funding to be estimated and thus awarded. Applicants whose projects are determined feasible following the Design Phase would then be encouraged to apply for a Construction Phase award in a subsequent grant cycle. Having full designs approved by the WVDOH would increase the likelihood of a Construction Phase award. b. Construction Phase. Should an applicant wish to design the project using the applicant’s own funds and/or staff prior to submitting the application for a Construction Phase award, this is allowable as well. This option will also improve the chances of the Application for a Construction Phase award being recommended since the design, cost estimate and materials information necessary for NEPA evaluation will be on hand, making it likely that the project could move quickly into the Construction Phase. c. Design and Construction Phases. Applicants who believe they have a project ready for development may combine Design and Construction Phase funding requests in a single Application. Previously- funded projects moving into the next phase, and projects that have already been subjected to a feasibility study are two examples of such projects. If, upon review, WVDOH staff believes that the project should be developed through the Design Phase prior to awarding Construction Phase funds, an adjusted amount of funding may be awarded to complete the Design Phase. In this case the applicant would be encouraged to apply for a Construction Phase award in a subsequent grant cycle. d. Right-of-Way Phase. Applicants wishing to secure grant funding for the purchase of a rail corridor or historic transportation facility may apply for a Design, Right of Way, and Construction Phase award in a single Application. However, due to the lengthy time to obtain a fair market value appraisal and to complete the negotiations that accompany property purchase, we encourage applicants to apply only for the initial purchase of the property, and then for Design and Construction Phase awards in subsequent grant cycles. 2. Potential projects located within Economically Distressed Areas or At-Risk Areas as defined by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) are eligible for 100% Federal funding. Please follow the link below to see if your potential project site is located in either an Economically Distressed Area or an At-Risk Area. ARC Map: http://arcgov.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=c2f1b23bdd894… The above changes to the TAP and RTP are further defined in the attached Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document. We encourage anyone applying for a TAP or RTP award to examine the FAQ for clarification and detailed explanations of many aspects of the grant programs. The ITA Phase will be closed at 11:59 PM on January 15, 2016. The Application Phase will be closed at 11:59 PM on March 15, 2016. Please remember that as soon as your ITA is approved, you may begin work on your Application. It is possible to complete the ITA, receive approval by WVDOH grant staff, and be able to begin work on the Application shortly after the ITA submission. Please check your email and the online application system concerning your ITA/Application as it is the responsibility of the applicant to track the progress of the applicant’s own submission(s). Also, please be sure to review any email notifications as there may be suggestions from the WVDOH grant staff regarding your project’s ITA or Application. Please feel free to share this information with any interested, eligible parties. If you have any technical questions regarding the online ITA, Application, accessing the system or need assistance in getting registered, please contact Ms. Rhonda Banks at rhonda.c.banks(a)wv.gov or by phone at (304) 558-9606. Should you have any questions regarding the overall TAP or RTP, please contact Mr. Ken Given at kenneth.t.given(a)wv.gov or by phone at (304) 558-9292. *Rhonda C. Banks* *Ms. Rhonda C. Banks* *Project Manager - Community Development Specialist II* *WV Dept. of Transportation, Division of Highways* *Planning Division, Grants Administration Unit* *Building 5, Room A-450* *1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East* *Charleston, WV 25305* *Rhonda.C.Banks(a)wv.gov <Rhonda.C.Banks(a)wv.gov>* *Phone: (304) 558-9606 <%28304%29%20558-9606>* *Fax: (304) 558-3783 <%28304%29%20558-3783>* *This email (and attachments if any) is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this email is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately by return email and destroy all copies of the email (and attachments if any).* -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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Re: [Bikeboard] 9 weeks till 2016 WV Bike Summit!
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

Christina, I published flyer to BikeMorgantown FB. Frank On Nov 23, 2015, at 4:52 PM, Christina Hunt <c.hunt(a)wvhub.org> wrote: > Here is the same flyer as a jpg (easier to share on Facebook) > > Thanks! > > Christina Hunt > WV Physical Activity Network > WV Community Development Hub > 103 Adams Street, Suite 200 > Fairmont, WV 26554 > Mobile: 304.282.4441 > http://wvhub.org/ > www.facebook.com/WVPAN > > From: Kasey Russell [mailto:russell.kasey@gmail.com] > Sent: Monday, November 23, 2015 4:50 PM > To: voicetalent(a)amiebreedlove.com; Amanda Payne <paynea(a)njrati.org>; Amanda Yager <a.yager(a)wvhub.org>; Amy Atkins <amy.d.atkins(a)wv.gov>; Amy Haden <amyhaden(a)gmail.com>; Anita Mayer <anita.mayer(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Bethany Williams <williamsb(a)njrati.org>; Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>; Bill Wells <bwells(a)unitedcoal.com>; Breanna Shell <shellb(a)cityofhuntington.com>; Brendan Bell <brendanbell.bell(a)gmail.com>; Bruce Curry <Bruce(a)currydesigngroup.com>; Charlene Cook <charlenecook1955(a)aol.com>; Charles Holley <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>; chip(a)wamsleycycles.com; Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Christina Hunt <c.hunt(a)wvhub.org>; Connie M. Lupardus <clupardus(a)caez-wv.org>; Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>; Dale Goff <Dale.goff3(a)gmail.com>; Dennis A Strawn <dennis.a.strawn(a)gmail.com>; Don Spencer <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>; Edgar Barrett <nedbarrett(a)bellsouth.net>; Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>; Elliott Lewis <eelewis7(a)gmail.com>; Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>; Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.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>; harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net; Isaac Forman <formanir(a)gmail.com>; j underhill <Jfunderhill(a)gmail.com>; Jeffrey Lusk <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>; Jenny Totten <jenny.dawn.totten(a)gmail.com>; John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>; John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>; Kate Dobson Forman <katedforman(a)gmail.com>; Laura M. Dice <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>; Michael Loughney <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>; Michael Plante <mike(a)planteandassociates.com>; Mike Costello <costellowv(a)gmail.com>; Nate Orders <mail(a)ordersconstruction.com>; Nathan McCray <nathanmccray(a)Hotmail.com>; Park Ferguson <parkferg2007(a)yahoo.com>; Patricia Clay <trishc1(a)suddenlink.net>; Patrick Donovan <pjdonovan83(a)yahoo.com>; Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>; Rich Harper <johnscyclery(a)frontier.com>; Richard Eichberger <reichberger(a)suddenlink.net>; Scott Ferry <scottferry(a)wvregion3.org>; Scott Sudduth <scottsud(a)gmail.com>; Kent Spellman <k.spellman(a)wvhub.org>; sryder(a)tgkvf.org; Stacy Bisker <selaineb(a)gmail.com>; Steve Fowler <smf(a)pffwv.com>; Susie K Salisbury <Susiesalis(a)aol.com>; Ted Armbrecht <eca3(a)suddenlinkmail.com>; Tom Heywood <theywood(a)bowlesrice.com>; Tom Lane <tlane(a)bowlesrice.com>; Tom Wood <twood84(a)gmail.com>; townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com; weber <xvrweber(a)gmail.com>; wrnott(a)suddenlink.net; WV Explorer <editor(a)wvexplorer.com> > Subject: 9 weeks till 2016 WV Bike Summit! > > WV Connecting Communities supporters: The Board of Directors and I hope you all have a very Happy Thanksgiving! > > I know many of you are out running around and getting ready for the holiday, but I have a new flier (created by Christina Hunt at the HUB) that I'm hoping you can share via Facebook and other social media with your friends and colleagues. Please find this REGISTER NOW flier attached. > > And, since we are only nine weeks away from our BIKE SUMMIT, I'd like to share a detail with you. One of our speakers, Jason Broehm, U.S. Department of Transportation, Secretary's office, has just joined the US DOT. Jason previously worked for the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on their healthy communities initiative. He will share with us lessons he learned while at the CDC but also how he's incorporating his vast knowledge about active transportation systems creating healthier communities into his new role in the Secretary of Transportation's office. > > Happy Thanksgiving! > Kasey > > Kasey Russell > WVCC, Executive Director > <WVCC Bike Summit Register Now.jpg>

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Re: [Bikeboard] DOH listens
by Chip Wamsley 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Thanks for posting Frank--it makes me feel like going to the meetings and filling out the survey forms makes a difference. Folks should also know that if they miss a public meeting or don't want to fill out the survey form there they can go onto the DOH site, see the plans and fill out a form online. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Sent: 11/23/2015 10:14:20 AM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com, "monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com" monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com, "CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com" CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com Subject: [Bikeboard] DOH listens The WVDOH nixed their plans for a roundabout at Sabraton intersection because 12 of the 30 people who sent them comments "had large concerns for bicycle and pedestrian traffic". See attached article or read it on-line at http://app.dominionpost.com/morgantown/books/151123thedominionpost/index.ht… . 4ank

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DOH listens
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

The WVDOH nixed their plans for a roundabout at Sabraton intersection because 12 of the 30 people who sent them comments "had large concerns for bicycle and pedestrian traffic". See attached article or read it on-line at http://app.dominionpost.com/morgantown/books/151123thedominionpost/index.ht… . 4ank

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APBP Guidelines
by Derek Springston 19 Nov '15

19 Nov '15

Does anyone have access to this publication? Bicycle Parking Guidelines, 2nd Edition (2010) Found here: http://www.apbp.org/?page=publications It would be helpful to have for filling out the Bicycle Friendly Community application. Thanks, ~Derek -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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FW: WVCC - advocate today for bike/ped funds in DOT statewide plan!!!
by Christina Hunt 17 Nov '15

17 Nov '15

Hi all – Christiaan may have sent this to you already, but in case he didn’t, please see his message below about commenting on the draft Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan. He has included a great blurb you can easily copy and paste into the comment section. Here it is to save you from scrolling: Here’s the URL to submit comments http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/programplanning/comment/draftstip… I submitted the following (see screenshot below of proof), feel free to do the same: According to 2009-2011 American Commuter Survey and the NHTSA Fatality Analysis Report System, 5.4% of all traffic fatalities in WV were pedestrians and 0.3% were bicyclists (5.7% total). Yet, only 0.7% of federal transportation dollars were used for bicycle and pedestrian projects according to FHWA Fiscal Management Information System 2009-2012 data. This is the lowest percentage of any state in the US. Thus, I ask that the WV DOT set a minimum of 5.7% of all federal funds be dedicated to bicycle and pedestrian efforts. Thank you. Today is the last day to comment! Thanks Christiaan for this persuasive ask! Thanks, Christina Christina Hunt WV Physical Activity Network WV Community Development Hub 103 Adams Street, Suite 200 Fairmont, WV 26554 Mobile: 304.282.4441 www.wvhub.org<http://www.wvhub.org/> www.facebook.com/WVPAN<http://www.facebook.com/WVPAN> From: Abildso, Christiaan [mailto:CGABILDSO@hsc.wvu.edu] Sent: Monday, November 16, 2015 10:23 AM Subject: RE: WVCC - advocate today for bike/ped funds in DOT statewide plan!!! ----- Today is the next to last day to advocate with the statewide Transportation Improvement Plan, which sets in motion the funding for DOT projects for the next 5 years! Feel free to forward this info ------------ Here’s the URL to submit comments http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/programplanning/comment/draftstip… I submitted the following (see screenshot below of proof), feel free to do the same: According to 2009-2011 American Commuter Survey and the NHTSA Fatality Analysis Report System, 5.4% of all traffic fatalities in WV were pedestrians and 0.3% were bicyclists (5.7% total). Yet, only 0.7% of federal transportation dollars were used for bicycle and pedestrian projects according to FHWA Fiscal Management Information System 2009-2012 data. This is the lowest percentage of any state in the US. Thus, I ask that the WV DOT set a minimum of 5.7% of all federal funds be dedicated to bicycle and pedestrian efforts. Thank you. I have specific regional reports if you want them, or go to the bottom of the following page to look at regional reports…essentially the state: http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/programplanning/comment/draftstip… [cid:image001.jpg@01D12058.D448B280] Christiaan Abildso<http://scholar.google.com/citations?user=zUttd3UAAAAJ>, Ph.D., MPH Assistant Professor<http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/departments/sbhs/faculty-and-staff/?UserID=…>, WVU School of Public Health Interim Co-Director, WVU Health Research Center<http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/hrc/> 304-293-5374 Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution by anyone other than the intended recipient(s) is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message.

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Fwd: WVCC update
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Nov '15

17 Nov '15

Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: WVCC update > Date: November 17, 2015 9:24:34 AM EST > To: voicetalent(a)amiebreedlove.com, Adam Flack <aflack(a)wvonthemove.net>, Amanda Payne <paynea(a)njrati.org>, Amanda Yager <a.yager(a)wvhub.org>, Amy Atkins <amy.d.atkins(a)wv.gov>, Amy Haden <amyhaden(a)gmail.com>, Anita Mayer <anita.mayer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bethany Williams <williamsb(a)njrati.org>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Bill Wells <bwells(a)unitedcoal.com>, Breanna Shell <shellb(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Brendan Bell <brendanbell.bell(a)gmail.com>, Bruce Curry <Bruce(a)currydesigngroup.com>, Charlene Cook <charlenecook1955(a)aol.com>, Charles Holley <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>, "chip(a)wamsleycycles.com" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christina Hunt <c.hunt(a)wvhub.org>, "Connie M. Lupardus" <clupardus(a)caez-wv.org>, Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Dale Goff <Dale.goff3(a)gmail.com>, Dennis A Strawn <dennis.a.strawn(a)gmail.com>, Don Spencer <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, Edgar Barrett <nedbarrett(a)bellsouth.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Elliott Lewis <eelewis7(a)gmail.com>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.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>, "harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net" <harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net>, Isaac Forman <formanir(a)gmail.com>, j underhill <Jfunderhill(a)gmail.com>, Jeffrey Lusk <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>, Jenny Totten <jenny.dawn.totten(a)gmail.com>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, Kate Dobson Forman <katedforman(a)gmail.com>, "Laura M. Dice" <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>, Michael Loughney <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>, Michael Plante <mike(a)planteandassociates.com>, Mike Costello <costellowv(a)gmail.com>, Nate Orders <mail(a)ordersconstruction.com>, Nathan McCray <nathanmccray(a)Hotmail.com>, Park Ferguson <parkferg2007(a)yahoo.com>, Patricia Clay <trishc1(a)suddenlink.net>, Patrick Donovan <pjdonovan83(a)yahoo.com>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, Rich Harper <johnscyclery(a)frontier.com>, Richard Eichberger <reichberger(a)suddenlink.net>, Scott Ferry <scottferry(a)wvregion3.org>, Scott Sudduth <scottsud(a)gmail.com>, Spellman Kent <k.spellman(a)wvhub.org>, "sryder(a)tgkvf.org" <sryder(a)tgkvf.org>, Stacy Bisker <selaineb(a)gmail.com>, Steve Fowler <smf(a)pffwv.com>, Susie K Salisbury <Susiesalis(a)aol.com>, Ted Armbrecht <eca3(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, Tom Heywood <theywood(a)bowlesrice.com>, Tom Lane <tlane(a)bowlesrice.com>, Tom Wood <twood84(a)gmail.com>, "townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com" <townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, weber <xvrweber(a)gmail.com>, "wrnott(a)suddenlink.net" <wrnott(a)suddenlink.net>, WV Explorer <editor(a)wvexplorer.com>, Andrew Forron <andy(a)newriverbikes.com>, josh(a)joshhughes.com > > Hello WVCC supporters: > > In ten short weeks, we will all (I hope) be attending the 2016 WV Bike Summit. We are extremely excited and proud of the program we have put together for you. Please register today at http://wvconnectingcommunities.com. You can also view the program WV Bike Summit 2016 — Charleston Marriot, January 24 & 25, 2016 by clicking on this link. Thanks to Maple Creative for keeping our website up to date!! And to the Rahall Transportation Institute for doing the Bike Summit registration. > > Please share Bike Summit links to all of your networks. We are working on some special incentives for those that register early (aside from saving money). > > I also want to be sure that all of you know that we are working on our 2016 Legislative Agenda. We are looking at a statewide implementation plan for walking and biking; flexibility for municipalities and other jurisdictions when it comes to speed limits, cross walks, etc.; and dedicated funding for bike/ped infrastructure. If you are interested in working on the agenda, please email me. We are also working with AARP on their Complete Streets Legislation that was passed a couple of years ago. > > Thanks, Kasey > > Kasey Russell > Executive Director, WVCC > 304.542.1994

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Request for Info: Cyclist-Motorist Crash, Yesterday, University Ave at Willey St.
by Drew Gatlin 15 Nov '15

15 Nov '15

Hello all, Had a colleague report that they happened upon the scene of what appeared to be a wreck involving someone on a bicycle and a car at the curve between the WVU downtown library and the Grind. Reported that fire/police/EMS had responded. I looked up incidents on the news but came up dry -- does anyone here know the parties involved or the aftermath? Ride safe, Drew

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Input Requested: Bicycle Parking Ring Prioritization
by Drew Gatlin 12 Nov '15

12 Nov '15

Hello all! We are requesting your participation in a survey <https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RS5K3XV>. Please participate in the next 7 days. We will collect responses next Friday for a committee meeting but may keep the survey open until our December board meeting. We have 4-6 bicycle parking rings waiting to be installed in locations of our choice. At the board meeting last night we identified a need to prioritize our location list for installation. You'll find the list of proposed locations at that surveymonkey site -- as well as a box for "other" in case you're interested in proposing somewhere else! Notice that we have no proposals for the Evansdale area. I don't think this is intentional -- please input suggestions in the "other" box if you see a need over yonder. I have limited the survey to one response per computer with the ability to edit your responses. Please let me know if you have recommendations for different survey formats! Thanks for your time! Drew

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Warning! Dangerous pothole on Jones Ave
by Christiaan Abildso 11 Nov '15

11 Nov '15

Friends-A nasty pothole has emerged in the downhill lane of Jones Ave at Sharon, I think. A colleague hit it the other day and wound up in the ER! Tough to see it at dusk.Riders-be careful.Damien - please help! Pics at link below. ThanksChristiaan https://drive.google.com/folder/d/0B8prTIsemq4pbmxma3hEN1BnSU0/edit

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Jones Ave - beware/urgent repair needed
by Christiaan Abildso 11 Nov '15

11 Nov '15

Friends-A nasty pothole has emerged in the downhill lane of Jones Ave at Sharon, I think. A colleague hit it the other day and wound up in the ER! Tough to see it at dusk.Riders-be careful.Damien - please help!ThanksChristiaan Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

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Re: [Bikeboard] Input Requested: Bicycle Parking Ring Prioritization
by Chip Wamsley 07 Nov '15

07 Nov '15

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nThe photo out in front of the new CPAS building is ironic. Are there any "real" bike racks there? Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Christiaan Abildso" cabildso(a)yahoo.com Sent: 11/7/2015 7:09:42 AM To: "Frank Gmeindl" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com, "Drew Gatlin" johngatlin(a)gmail.com Cc: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Input Requested: Bicycle Parking Ring Prioritization More creative parking images attached from Walnut PRT area, new Evansdale housing, CPASS building on Evansdale campus, and my favorite from Mountainview Elementary (where we've now had 3 bike to school days with up to 9 kids!) Were needling the school for a rack if anyone has ideas. Demand for bike parking is apparent. Thanks troops! 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Example of fundraising for bike infrastructure
by Jennifer 05 Nov '15

05 Nov '15

Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569

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PLEASE REPLY: General Meetings: October Minutes (draft), November Agenda,
by Drew Gatlin 05 Nov '15

05 Nov '15

Hello all, TL;DR: ---Please reply to me with 1) Your name and 2) What you perceive as your interest / position with the bicycle board (Are you a voting member of a particular ward? Ex officio representing a particular organization? Concerned, engaged citizen?) and whether you are able/willing to ramp up your involvement if you are not currently a voting or ex officio ---Read the attached procedural guidelines and come up with at least one suggested update to them (ex. changes to officers, changes to membership, redefining what constitutes a quorum, etc.) ---------------------------------- Please also see the attached October minutes. Given that they were recorded by Chip and transcribed by me, I ask those in attendance last month to review them and email me any necessary edits before we post them to the website. Also see attached November proposed agenda. It is almost identical to the October agenda. Please email me with any suggested additions or subtractions. To pursue October agenda item 8) we need to get a better hold on the current formal and informal membership. Even if it's clear that I know who you are, please respond to this email with the above requested information (in TL;DR section) To close November agenda number 9) I will send out November's agenda in multiple proposed formats. Please review these formats when you receive them before the meeting. Our next meeting is November 5th, 6:30pm-8:30pm in Training room 1 of the public safety building. As always, please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions Thanks for your time! Drew

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STIP Public Hearing
by Jing Zhang 26 Oct '15

26 Oct '15

Hi, All, The Division of Highway, in collaboration with Mountain Line Transit and the MPO, will hold a public hearing on the draft statewide transportation improvement program (FY 2016-2021). It is on Monday, November 2, 2015 in the training room of the Mountain Line Transit Authority, located at 420 DuPont Road Morgantown, WV 26501. Please consider coming to this meeting. Your voice is important. Thanks, Jing Jing Zhang, AICP LCI #4855 jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com (864) 207-0749 www.linkedin.com/in/jingzhangaicp " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Walk to Promote Ped Safety; 2 pm Today; Mountainlair
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Oct '15

26 Oct '15

> > Saba Ashfaq invited you to Heads Up WV Pedestrian Safety Campaign for Morgantown, WV's event > Log into Facebook | Facebook > Log into Facebook to start sharing and connecting with your friends, family, and people you know. > Read more... > > > > Walk to Promote Pedestrian Safety > Wednesday, October 28 at 2:00pm > Mountain Lair in Morgantown, West Virginia > > Going > > Maybe > > Can't Go > > One-Mile walk to promote pedestrian safety among young adults in Morgantown, WV. See you there! > >

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public meeting for the Westover/Granville Pedestrian Study
by Jing Zhang 26 Oct '15

26 Oct '15

Cycling Advocates: The MPO is to host a public meeting for the Westover/Granville Pedestrian Study. The time is Wednesday, Nov 4th, 4:00PM - 7:00PM. The location is at Mountain Line Transit Authority Westover Terminal Administrative Building, 420 DuPont Rd, Westover, WV 26501. The purpose of this meetings is to identify needs for pedestrian facility improvements in the Westover and Granville area. We welcome you to come to this meeting and share your opinions. Attached is the flyer for the public meeting. Thanks, Jing Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Sabraton Improvement Open House
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Oct '15

08 Oct '15

FYI, I submitted the following comments after attending the WV 7 / CR 857 intersection improvement open house presented by WVDOH Wednesday, October 7, 2015, 4:00 - 7:00 pm at Marilla Park Recreation Center. > Thank you for your diligence and creativity in developing alternative improvements for the CR 857/WV 7 intersection and thank you for inviting public comments. > > Over the period 2008-2015, Morgantown Police reported 18 crashes between motor vehicles and bicycles. Two of those crashes occurred at crossings of the Deckers Creek Trail with roadways. One of those crashes occurred at the crossing of the Deckers Creek Trail with CR 857. I am happy to see a crosswalk there and a pedestrian crossing signal planned. Currently, I believe motorists and bicyclists are confused about who has the right of way in the existing crosswalk. While there exists a sign showing a pedestrian, I recommend a placard be added, "Yield to Pedestrians in Crosswalk". > > Currently, sometimes the only opportunity to cross is when traffic is stopped and backed up by the red light. All the proposed alternatives will probably result in continuous motor vehicle flow. Therefore, the proposed pedestrian crossing signal should be more than a flashing yellow light. It should enable pedestrians and cyclists to trigger a red light. Some people will object that a red light will interrupt the smooth flow of motor vehicles. The problem with trying to cross is that the motor vehicles are going too fast. If WVDOH elects to not install a pedestrian/bicyclist activated red light, then I would recommend that the crosswalk be on a speed table (speed hump) that limits traffic speed to 10 mph and include prominent signage, "Yield to Pedestrians in Crosswalk". > > All the alternative descriptions say, "Ten foot sidewalks plus 2' detectable wearing surface, suitable to accommodate pedestrians and bicycles". Morgantown code 373.08 (c) prohibits persons fifteen or more years of age from bicycling on sidewalks. Of the 18 crashes reported by Morgantown Police 2008-2015, 6 involved bicyclists riding on sidewalks. All alternatives should be designed so that bicyclists can travel safely in all travel lanes. This can be accomplished by limiting speed to maximum of 25- 35 mph, by ensuring that cyclists are clearly visible and that motorists are aware that bicyclists may use any lane. R4-11 signs (Bicycles May Use Full Lane) installed in accordance with the MUTCD are appropriate. > > The City of Morgantown, Monongalia County and the State of WV all have Complete Streets policies that support making the CR 857/W7 intersection as safe for bicyclists and pedestrians as for any other user. You can get project information and submit comments at http://go.wv.gov/dotcomment . Under Engineering Projects, Open and then click the Intersection Improvement WV 7 & CR 857. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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BFC Application: Meeting 2 Doodle and updates
by Drew Gatlin 01 Oct '15

01 Oct '15

Hello all! Our first meeting went well, with Frank, Damien, Chip and Drew (me) attending on Friday. We are still looking for contributors! If you get a chance, please take a look at the application and see where you can plug in. Biggest thing to note: the *blank* application is 30 pages this year -- up from around 18 filled out and submitted in 2012. There are seven sections: Community Profile, Engineering, Education, Encouragement, Enforcement, Evaluation and Planning, and Final Overview. Contributors for some of these may be more obvious than others. We would like to assign one point person for each section plus one or more for external documents (MTB volunteer community//ABRA narrative, bike plan, map, grant overviews, etc). I have volunteered to be responsible for the application overall. Please fill out the doodle for next week -- we've included (and would like to try for) a few morning and lunch options: http://doodle.com/poll/bfaazg6asd6r4f9c We're planning to meet every two weeks for at least the next month. If you see a section or some particular areas where you would like to pitch in, please reply all or directly to me! Best, Drew

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city council meeting September 29, 7 PM
by Chip Wamsley 29 Sep '15

29 Sep '15

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nFellow Cyclists, Through the leadership of the Morgantown Bicycle Board, the City of Morgantown has received a grant to put Shared Lane Markings (aka Sharrows) and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs on select City streets. You can see the locations on maps at: https://www.dropbox.com/s/0l21yql4731w3x7/SLM-BMUFL-MAP20150928.pdf?dl=0 Tomorrow, Tuesday, September 29 at 7:00 pm at City Hall (389 Spruce St.) the City Engineer, Damien Davis will be presenting the plan to City Council. Resistance to the plan is inevitable. Your visible presence at tomorrow's meeting as well as at a public meeting planned for later next month can help move this forward. You can view the presentation at: https://www.dropbox.com/s/tta68brfnq6h620/SLM-BMUFLpresToCCCOW20150929Rev02… . Your thoughts are welcome. Chip Wamsley Chairman of Morgantown Bike Board

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Count bikes
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Sep '15

26 Sep '15

"If you need to count bicycles, we have a solution for you. Whether it's a permanent site with loops or piezoes, a temporary site with road tubes, or a manual count, our equipment makes counting bicycle traffic an accurate and efficient process in almost any situation." http://www.jamartech.com/bicyclecounting.html

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October Meeting: This Coming Thursday! Agenda Call
by Drew Gatlin 26 Sep '15

26 Sep '15

Friend of the bicycle, Our general meeting is next week on Thursday, October 1st. Please see the attached draft agenda -- we have a lot to report on from September! Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend this meeting -- I have an exam from 7:00-9:00pm that night. Will someone volunteer to take minutes? If so, please email me. Agenda will be finalized by Tuesday -- please send any additions or subtractions before Tuesday morning. Best, Drew

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Fwd: WVCC Meeting October 23rd in Fayetteville
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Sep '15

25 Sep '15

WVCC fall meeting in Fayetteville 10/23. Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: WVCC Meeting October 23rd in Fayetteville > Date: September 25, 2015 12:14:26 PM EDT > To: Adam Angelona <adam(a)arrowheadbikefarm.com>, Adam Flack <aflack(a)wvonthemove.net>, Adam Flack <aflack1982(a)gmail.com>, Amanda Payne <paynea(a)njrati.org>, Amanda Yager <a.yager(a)wvhub.org>, Amy Atkins <amy.d.atkins(a)wv.gov>, Amy Haden <amyhaden(a)gmail.com>, Anita Mayer <anita.mayer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bethany Williams <williamsb(a)njrati.org>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)moncpc.org>, Bill Wells <bwells(a)unitedcoal.com>, Breanna Shell <shellb(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Brendan Bell <brendanbell.bell(a)gmail.com>, Bruce Curry <Bruce(a)currydesigngroup.com>, Charlene Cook <charlenecook1955(a)aol.com>, Charles Holley <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>, "chip(a)wamsleycycles.com" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christina Hunt <c.hunt(a)wvhub.org>, Connie Lupardus <clupardus(a)caez-wv.org>, Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Dale Goff <Dale.goff3(a)gmail.com>, Dennis A Strawn <dennis.a.strawn(a)gmail.com>, Don Spencer <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, Edgar Barrett <nedbarrett(a)bellsouth.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Elliott Lewis <eelewis7(a)gmail.com>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.edu>, 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>, Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)dishmail.net>, Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)mtparty.org>, Greg Garrett <gagarrett(a)gmail.com>, "harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net" <harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net>, Isaac Forman <formanir(a)gmail.com>, j underhill <Jfunderhill(a)gmail.com>, Jeffrey Lusk <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>, Jenny Totten <jenny.dawn.totten(a)gmail.com>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, Kate Dobson Forman <katedforman(a)gmail.com>, "Laura M. Dice" <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>, Michael Loughney <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>, Michael Plante <mike(a)planteandassociates.com>, Mike Costello <costellowv(a)gmail.com>, Nate Orders <mail(a)ordersconstruction.com>, Nathan McCray <nathanmccray(a)Hotmail.com>, Park Ferguson <parkferg2007(a)yahoo.com>, Patricia Clay <trishc1(a)suddenlink.net>, Patricia Clay <trishcgm(a)gmail.com>, Patrick Donovan <pjdonovan83(a)yahoo.com>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, Rich Harper <johnscyclery(a)frontier.com>, Richard Eichberger <reichberger(a)suddenlink.net>, Scott Ferry <scottferry(a)wvregion3.org>, Scott Sudduth <scottsud(a)gmail.com>, Spellman Kent <k.spellman(a)wvhub.org>, "sryder(a)tgkvf.org" <sryder(a)tgkvf.org>, Stacy Bisker <selaineb(a)gmail.com>, Steve Fowler <smf(a)pffwv.com>, Susie K Salisbury <Susiesalis(a)aol.com>, Ted Armbrecht <eca3(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, Tom Heywood <theywood(a)bowlesrice.com>, Tom Lane <tlane(a)bowlesrice.com>, Tom Wood <twood84(a)gmail.com>, "townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com" <townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, "voicetalent(a)amiebreedlove.com" <voicetalent(a)amiebreedlove.com>, weber <xvrweber(a)gmail.com>, "wrnott(a)suddenlink.net" <wrnott(a)suddenlink.net>, WV Explorer <editor(a)wvexplorer.com> > > Hello WVCC Members, Supporters and Board: > Please find attached the invite letter for our fall membership meeting. We are meeting at Adventures on the Gorge on the 23rd -- we will have our board meeting, reception, dinner and a meeting to kick off the New River Gorge Trail Alliance. It will be a productive, interesting, cool meeting with good food and beautiful views!! Please share this invite with anyone you think might be interested in attending. > > If you would like to attend and need accommodations (we have a few rooms) Friday night (we do have a bike ride and walk planned for Saturday morning), please let me know right away. > > I have to let Adventures on the Gorge know how many we have attending by Oct. 16th (see invite letter for more details). They are waiving the $2500 room rental fee because the owners see the value in creating a regional trail system. > > I hope that many of you are planning to attend our meeting!! Please let me know if you have any questions. > > Thanks, Kasey > Kasey Russell > 304.542.1994

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Bike Board-- Please attend the Morgantown City Council Meeting on 9/29 6:30 pm
by Traci Knabenshue 25 Sep '15

25 Sep '15

Hello Bike Board! As you may recall, the BB helped the city of Morgantown apply for and receive a FY14 WVDOH Transportation Alternatives grant for "Enhancing Bicycle Signage and Facilities," which will allow the city to install sharrows and "Bicycles May Use Full Lane" (BMUFL) signs on selected corridors throughout the city. I encourage you to attend Tuesday night's City Council Committee of the Whole meeting, beginning at 7 pm, to hear City Engineer Damien Davis outline the history, rationale, and details for implementing the grant. These details have been submitted to the DOH, but the city provides some monetary matching funds and installs the sharrows and signage once it has authorization to do so. Show up to show your support for making the grant reality! The presentation is second on the agenda. Morgantown Municipal Building-389 Spruce St. Thanks! Traci Traci Knabenshue Interim Sustainability Director, Facilities & Services 304.293.7916 traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu<mailto:traci.knabenshue@mail.wvu.edu> http://wecan.wvu.edu<http://wecan.wvu.edu/> [WVU_Title_124and286]

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Highmark WV now a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Business
by Derek Springston 24 Sep '15

24 Sep '15

BB folks, Congrats to Highmark WV! I'd like to consider talking to Fred or Highmark to see if they have any baseline and ongoing data collection to evaluate the effectiveness of their program and productivity of their program. Perhaps, if we could get that or invite them to come speak to other companies in Morgantown, maybe we could encourage some of the larger businesses here to work toward that. http://www.statejournal.com/story/30054867/highmark-offers-wellness-initiat… Thoughts? -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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Another bike rack to be installed at WVU HSC!
by Christiaan Abildso 18 Sep '15

18 Sep '15

Some Twitter advocacy finally paying off...a 2nd bike rack will be installed at rear entrance to Health Sciences Center! Many thanks to WVU Transportation. Christiaan Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

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Re: [Bikeboard] Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1
by Chip Wamsley 17 Sep '15

17 Sep '15

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nsee everyone at the pub safety bldg Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin" johngatlin(a)gmail.com Sent: 9/17/2015 3:51:04 PM To: "Chip Wamsley" chip(a)wamsleycycles.com Cc: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1 Okay! Our is on for 5:30pm at the Public Safety Building. Apparently Black Bear has music starting around 6:30p. See you all soon. Thanks for your patience! Drew On Thu, Sep 17, 2015 at 2:50 PM, Chip Wamsley chip(a)wamsleycycles.com wrote: I can be at either location. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin" johngatlin(a)gmail.com Sent: 9/17/2015 12:02:56 PM To: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1 All, In proper last-minute fashion, it looks like our best availability is tonight. So far, Damien, Frank, Chip and myself are available -- we are all available from 5:30pm - 8:00pm. I'll suggest that we meet from 5:30pm - 7:00pm. Locations: the training room at the public safety building is available at that time, and of course we could always meet at Black Bear. Does anyone have a preference? For anyone coming to the meeting, if you get a chance -- please review the 2012 application and comments from LAB that Frank distributed through an email on September 4th, 2015. Thanks, Drew On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 7:59 PM, Drew Gatlin johngatlin(a)gmail.com wrote: Switching email clients is not treating me well! Many apologies: The link, for the poll: http://doodle.com/poll/sgfrifkzk6nmveiu From: Drew Gatlin Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2015 2:33 PM To: Bicycle Board Subject: Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1 Hi folks, Please indicate your availability over the next week (beginning tomorrow, if that aint too short notice!) to meet regarding our plan for the bicycle friendly community renewal thats due on February 11th of next year. Well only meet once, for an hour and a half or less, over the next week Ive given 35 possible timeslots, so hopefully we can wrangle something together. Finally does anyone know of an available place to meet during these times? Thanks! Drew

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Re: [Bikeboard] Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1
by Chip Wamsley 17 Sep '15

17 Sep '15

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nI can be at either location. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Drew Gatlin" johngatlin(a)gmail.com Sent: 9/17/2015 12:02:56 PM To: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1 All, In proper last-minute fashion, it looks like our best availability is tonight. So far, Damien, Frank, Chip and myself are available -- we are all available from 5:30pm - 8:00pm. I'll suggest that we meet from 5:30pm - 7:00pm. Locations: the training room at the public safety building is available at that time, and of course we could always meet at Black Bear. Does anyone have a preference? For anyone coming to the meeting, if you get a chance -- please review the 2012 application and comments from LAB that Frank distributed through an email on September 4th, 2015. Thanks, Drew On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 7:59 PM, Drew Gatlin johngatlin(a)gmail.com wrote: Switching email clients is not treating me well! Many apologies: The link, for the poll: http://doodle.com/poll/sgfrifkzk6nmveiu From: Drew Gatlin Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2015 2:33 PM To: Bicycle Board Subject: Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1 Hi folks, Please indicate your availability over the next week (beginning tomorrow, if that aint too short notice!) to meet regarding our plan for the bicycle friendly community renewal thats due on February 11th of next year. Well only meet once, for an hour and a half or less, over the next week Ive given 35 possible timeslots, so hopefully we can wrangle something together. Finally does anyone know of an available place to meet during these times? Thanks! Drew

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Re: [Bikeboard] Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1
by Chip Wamsley 17 Sep '15

17 Sep '15

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n I can meet either place. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Harry Grandon" Harry.Grandon(a)wpglimcher.com Sent: 9/17/2015 12:44:13 PM To: "Drew Gatlin" johngatlin(a)gmail.com, "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1 Apologies. I have another meeting scheduled this evening. I'm on the Wine Jazz Fest board and we have our final prep meeting this evening. You're all welcome to come to the festival this weekend, Saturday and Sunday at Camp Muffly. Thanks ... HARRY GRANDON General Manager WP Glimcher - MORGANTOWN MALL 9500 Mall Road Morgantown, WV 26501 304.983.6200 harry.grandon(a)wpglimcher.com morgantownmall.com From: bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com [bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com] On Behalf Of Drew Gatlin [johngatlin(a)gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2015 1:03 PM To: Bicycle Board Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1 All, In proper last-minute fashion, it looks like our best availability is tonight. So far, Damien, Frank, Chip and myself are available -- we are all available from 5:30pm - 8:00pm. I'll suggest that we meet from 5:30pm - 7:00pm. Locations: the training room at the public safety building is available at that time, and of course we could always meet at Black Bear. Does anyone have a preference? For anyone coming to the meeting, if you get a chance -- please review the 2012 application and comments from LAB that Frank distributed through an email on September 4th, 2015. Thanks, Drew On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 7:59 PM, Drew Gatlin johngatlin(a)gmail.com wrote: Switching email clients is not treating me well! Many apologies: The link, for the poll: http://doodle.com/poll/sgfrifkzk6nmveiu From: Drew Gatlin Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2015 2:33 PM To: Bicycle Board Subject: Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1 Hi folks, Please indicate your availability over the next week (beginning tomorrow, if that aint too short notice!) to meet regarding our plan for the bicycle friendly community renewal thats due on February 11th of next year. Well only meet once, for an hour and a half or less, over the next week Ive given 35 possible timeslots, so hopefully we can wrangle something together. Finally does anyone know of an available place to meet during these times? Thanks! Drew -- CONFIDENTIAL, PROTECTED AND NON-BINDING STATEMENT: This email and all other electronic communications from WP GLIMCHER, or any of its affiliates and their respective representatives are for informational purposes only and contains information that may be confidential, be protected by the attorney-client or other applicable privileges or constitute non-public information. No such communication is intended by the sender to constitute an electronic signature, electronic record or any agreement by the sender to conduct a transaction by electronic means. The parties do not intend to be bound by this communication or any agreement until both agree to and sign a formal written contract, and neither party may reasonably rely on any promises inconsistent with this paragraph. All pages included in this email are intended for the use of the party to whom it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this email is not the intended recipient, any use, dissemination, distribution or reproduction of this communication is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately by email reply and please delete this message from your computer and destroy any copies.

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Re: [Bikeboard] Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1
by Drew Gatlin 17 Sep '15

17 Sep '15

Switching email clients is not treating me well…! Many apologies: The link, for the poll: http://doodle.com/poll/sgfrifkzk6nmveiu From: Drew Gatlin Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2015 2:33 PM To: Bicycle Board Subject: Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1 Hi folks, Please indicate your availability over the next week (beginning tomorrow, if that ain’t too short notice!) to meet regarding our plan for the bicycle friendly community renewal that’s due on February 11th of next year. We’ll only meet once, for an hour and a half or less, over the next week – I’ve given 35 possible timeslots, so hopefully we can wrangle something together. Finally – does anyone know of an available place to meet during these times? Thanks! Drew

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Doodle Poll for BFC Application Meeting #1
by Drew Gatlin 16 Sep '15

16 Sep '15

Hi folks, Please indicate your availability over the next week (beginning tomorrow, if that ain’t too short notice!) to meet regarding our plan for the bicycle friendly community renewal that’s due on February 11th of next year. We’ll only meet once, for an hour and a half or less, over the next week – I’ve given 35 possible timeslots, so hopefully we can wrangle something together. Finally – does anyone know of an available place to meet during these times? Thanks! Drew

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Bike to School fun today
by Christiaan Abildso 15 Sep '15

15 Sep '15

Some pics & vids from a ride to Mountainview today: Mountainview ES Bike to School Sept 14, 2015 | | | | | | | | | | | Mountainview ES Bike to School Sept 14, 2015Mountainview ES Bike to School Sept 14, 2015 Christiaan Abildso Sep 14 | | | | View on goo.gl | Preview by Yahoo | | | | | Key quotes: "Why don't we do this every day?" and "Riding the bus is boring, I want to ride my bike" and the winner: "Can we do this again tomorrow?" We may try to organize another ride before the mornings get any colder than today (50 degrees), and hope to bring more youngsters along for the ride! Also had a nice retweet by the state superintendent of schools @mjmsuper - he completed a century ride on the Maryland Eastern Shore for his 40th (or 50th) birthday - we may have a friend in high places!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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Meeting Minutes: 3rd September
by Drew Gatlin 11 Sep '15

11 Sep '15

Hello all, Attached are the meeting minutes from 3rd September in a variety of formats for your convenience. If you don't see a format that works for you, please let me know and I will add it to my next distribution. Please reply all with any corrections or additions! Action items broken down by topic: SLM / BMUFL sign locations - Damien will get comments back regarding the proposal before next meeting - Frank, and Traci are working on a presentation to CCCOW - Jenny is will place the presentation on the agenda BFC signs - Damien will send out current and desired locations - Damien will talk to Fred before next meeting Parking rings - Damien will check with tree plan RE: Daily Grind location Bicycle locker signage - Everyone needs to review the mock-up that Damien sent over email and send any proposed changes to him BEFORE Sept 17th - Damien will install signage before Oct 1st Mon. Blvd. Climbing Lane - We are waiting to hear back from Jeff - Damien will report back on next meeting what else we need to do Minutes - Drew will reach out to Traci, Betsy, and Jing for old minutes and agendas for aggregation Administrative - Everyone will send specific suggestions regarding changing the procedural guidelines and other structural matters (e.g. updating the bike plan) to Drew for presentation at the next meeting Best, -Drew

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: bike board meeting reminders
by Chip Wamsley 08 Sep '15

08 Sep '15

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Damien, Looks good, has both the parking authority phone and website. I think we only need to do one side as we have been placing them against the wall and they are symmetical, so even if we move them they can always have a visible side. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Damien Davis" ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov Sent: 9/3/2015 8:57:38 PM To: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: bike board meeting reminders Please review text of signs. Damien Davis, PE, CFM Director of Public Works / City Engineer City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 O: 304.284.7412 C: 304.290.3460 PLEASE NOTE MY NEW EMAIL ADDRESS ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov Begin forwarded message: From: Damien Davis ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov Date: September 3, 2015 at 4:38:05 PM EDT To: Chip Wamsley chip(a)wamsleycycles.com Subject: RE: bike board meeting reminders Make it up with any changes and send it back. Damien Davis, PE, CFM Director of Public Works/City Engineer City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 O: 304.284.7412 M: 304.290.3460 F: 304.284.7409 www.morgantownwv.gov PLEASE NOTE MY NEW EMAIL ADDRESS ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov From: Chip Wamsley [mailto:chip@wamsleycycles.com] Sent: Thursday, September 03, 2015 10:30 AM To: Damien Davis ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov Subject: bike board meeting reminders Hey Damien, Don't forget to check on the bike locker sign artwork, and if it would be possible to do a bike ring up by the daily grind. Thanks, Chip

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Bike Board site updates
by Gunnar Shogren 07 Sep '15

07 Sep '15

Okay. Drew is going to get me an updated list of the members- http://bikemorgantown.com/bikeboard.php We never posted the minutes on the site, but the reports to the Traffic Commisioner had been, someone get these to me and I will update them- http://bikemorgantown.com/tc_reports.php We could put a link to the city's page where the minutes are as well. The Commuter Map needs redone, google changed the way they do things- http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php That's more than a start. Lots more *could* be added, if someone has News or Articles to share...

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BMUFL
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Sep '15

07 Sep '15

Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs better than Share the Lane signs. STR signs no better than no signs. http://www.scientificamerican.com/podcast/episode/better-road-signs-could-s… This 2-minute clip could be used to educate our traffic officials. Frank

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2012 BFC application and feedback
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Sep '15

04 Sep '15

At this past Thursday's BB meeting, I promised to send our 2012 application and LAB's feedback. They are attached to this message. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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FW: Bike Board site updates
by Drew Gatlin 04 Sep '15

04 Sep '15

Meant to send the email below to everyone! Also, I errantly listed “Morgantown Planning Office” instead of “Metropolitan Planning Office” next to Jing’s name in the Ex-Officio section. Best, Drew From: Drew Gatlin Sent: Friday, September 4, 2015 3:56 PM To: Gunnar Shogren Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] Bike Board site updates All, Here’s a list of updated voting and ex-officio members. If anyone sees discrepancies, please speak up! Emily Vasile, we decided last night that we’d like to keep you as a voting member as long as you wish to stay on. This leaves us with vacancies from 3rd and 4th wards, as well as one from greater Morgantown, WVU cycling clubs, and a youth member (there’s no longer a youth commission, so this is somewhat undefined). Gunnar, seems like you’re our webmaster – does that sound accurate? o Voting Members (12) • Chip Wamsley (Greater Morgantown) – Chair • John Gatlin (1st Ward) – Secretary • Gunnar Shogren (5th Ward) – Webmaster • Derek Springston (1st Ward) • Emily Vasile (2nd Ward) • Frank Gmeindl (6th Ward) • Marilyn Newcome (7th Ward) • Jonathan Rosenbaum (7th Ward) • Jonathan Nellis (Greater Morgantown) • Harry Grandon (Greater Morgantown) • Jing Zhang (Greater Morgantown) • Traci Knabenshue (WVU Office of Sustainability) o Ex-Officio (6) • Damien Davis (City Engineering) • Jenny Selin (City of Morgantown) • David Bruffy (Mountain Line Transit Authority) • Jing Zhang (Morgantown Planning Office) • 1st Sgt. Matt McCabe (Morgantown Police) • Sam Stone (Legal) • Christiaan Abildso (Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board) o Vacant, Voting (5) • Greater Morgantown (1) • 3rd Ward • 4th Ward • Youth Member • WVU Cycling o Vacant, Ex-Officio (2) • BOPARC • WVU DOT/Parking Also, Gunnar, a link on our page pointing to the minutes on the city’s page sounds like a good idea to me. Finally, regarding the google maps issues – if anyone is familiar with the new embedding process it looks like we need to update either our KML content or use a new version of Maps: While using Google Maps, you might have received a notification saying "Some custom on-map content could not be displayed." That’s because a certain type of content isn’t available anymore in the classic version of Google Maps or in maps embedded on other websites from the classic version of Maps. The content type that’s no longer available is KML, the file format Google Earth uses for the exchange of geographic information. If you're the owner of a custom map with KML content, you need to update your content. Or, you can import your KML content into My Maps. Best, Drew (John) Gatlin From: Gunnar Shogren Sent: Friday, September 4, 2015 1:41 PM To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Bike Board site updates Okay. Drew is going to get me an updated list of the members- http://bikemorgantown.com/bikeboard.php We never posted the minutes on the site, but the reports to the Traffic Commisioner had been, someone get these to me and I will update them- http://bikemorgantown.com/tc_reports.php We could put a link to the city's page where the minutes are as well. The Commuter Map needs redone, google changed the way they do things- http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php That's more than a start. Lots more *could* be added, if someone has News or Articles to share... _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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In the news: Three selected to bicycle board
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 04 Sep '15

04 Sep '15

I was delighted to observe that the Bicycle Board got some publicity today in the Dominion Post in the Local section titled "Three selected to bicycle board". I have attached the relevant pages from the newspaper. -Jonathan

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July Bicycle Board Meeting
by Jing Zhang 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

Bicycle Board Members, The July Bicycle Board Meeting is scheduled on 6:30 PM, July 2. Please confirm your attendance by tomorrow noon (July 2). If we won't have a quorum, the meeting will be cancelled. The tentative agenda items are: * Update from the grant application committee * Bicycle sharrow implantation plan * New member recruitment Thanks, Chip Wamsley, Chair

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University Avenue Complete Streets Plan
by Jennifer 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

Photos from September 1, 2015 public meeting Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569

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Fwd: bike board meeting reminders
by Damien Davis 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

Please review text of signs. Damien Davis, PE, CFM Director of Public Works / City Engineer City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 O: 304.284.7412 C: 304.290.3460 PLEASE NOTE MY NEW EMAIL ADDRESS ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov<mailto:ddavis@morgantownwv.gov> Begin forwarded message: From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov<mailto:ddavis@morgantownwv.gov>> Date: September 3, 2015 at 4:38:05 PM EDT To: Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com<mailto:chip@wamsleycycles.com>> Subject: RE: bike board meeting reminders Make it up with any changes and send it back. Damien Davis, PE, CFM Director of Public Works/City Engineer City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 O: 304.284.7412 M: 304.290.3460 F: 304.284.7409 www.morgantownwv.gov<http://www.morgantownwv.gov> PLEASE NOTE MY NEW EMAIL ADDRESS ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov<mailto:ddavis@morgantownwv.gov> From: Chip Wamsley [mailto:chip@wamsleycycles.com] Sent: Thursday, September 03, 2015 10:30 AM To: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)morgantownwv.gov<mailto:ddavis@morgantownwv.gov>> Subject: bike board meeting reminders Hey Damien, Don't forget to check on the bike locker sign artwork, and if it would be possible to do a bike ring up by the daily grind. Thanks, Chip

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New Study Confirms: “Share The Road” Is a Problem ...
by Drew Gatlin 01 Sep '15

01 Sep '15

Please excuse the sensationalism, but has anyone seen this recent article or the associated study? Interesting data, for sure. http://www.bikede.org/2015/08/29/share-the-road-is-a-problem/ Here's the NCSU report:http://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.013… Best,Drew

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Re: [Bikeboard] Sep. 3rd Call for Agenda Items; Minutes from Aug. 6th Review
by Drew Gatlin 01 Sep '15

01 Sep '15

All, The updated agenda for Thursday's meeting at 6:30pm is below. If your name is listed after a topic, that means you are the leader on said topic -- if you've been assigned a topic and cannot make the meeting please send a reply all and give us a heads up. Thanks! Drew 1. SLM / BMUFL sign locations; Damien; Status and next step. 2. SLM / BMUFL sign locations; Derek; Plan for completing location plan to use funds that we haven't allocated yet. 3. BFC signs; Damien; Installation commitment date for signs that haven't been installed yet. 4. Bicycle parking rings; Damien; Installation date for rings that remain to be installed including those that were removed in recent construction. 5. Bicycle locker signage; Chip; Installation commitment date. 6. Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane; Damien; Installation date commitment. 7. BFC award; Chip; Plan for renewal. 8. Minutes; Drew; Desired template // Plan for aggregation of old minutes and website posting 9. Bicycle Board Reorganization/Procedural Guideline amendments; Drew; Plan for defining current committees // Redefining what constitutes a quorum // Voting on noncontroversial items // Ex-officio member definition updates // Spread of desired members across city neighborhoods On Fri, Aug 28, 2015 at 11:25 AM, Drew Gatlin <johngatlin(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Hello all, > > > > Barring any objections, I am your new secretary! Attached are the > unformatted, draft minutes from our meeting on August 6th. I will attempt > to edit them into a more familiar format before we post them to the > website, but I figured it would be best for everyone to have them sooner > rather than later. > > > > What I remember to be the *action items* are below: > > · Current members – *Andrew Walker*, *Colin Dierman*, and *Emily > Vasile* should indicate their desired status as voting members > > · Bicycle Friendly Community Award – Application deadline *11 > February 2016* > > · Bicycle Locker Signage – *Who *has the file? *Chip* will talk > to Tom Arnold regarding the new location for the locker > > · Mon. Blvd Climbing Lane – *Jing* will clarify DOH’s position; *Drew > and Jonathan Nellis* will attempt to drum up support at WVU > > · Confident City Cycling Courses – *Jing* is heading up the > compilation of two lists à potential instructors and newbies to cycling. > *Everyone* should send any potential candidates for these classes to him. > > · SLM / BMUFL – *Damien and Derek* will work together to allocate > all funds and complete the plan > > · Parking Rings – *Damien* may know what happened to the one that > is missing from recent construction and will be the one to decide on > installation date for remaining rings (3) > > > > Finally, if there are any more agenda items you can identify, please send > them to me before the end of the day and I will send out a finalized agenda > for next week. Below is what has been proposed so far: > > > > 1. SLM / BMUFL sign locations; Damien; Status and next step. > > 2. SLM / BMUFL sign locations; Derek; Plan for completing location > plan to use funds that we haven't allocated yet. > > 3. BFC signs; Damien; Installation commitment date for signs that > haven't been installed yet. > > 4. Bicycle parking rings; Damien; Installation date for rings that > remain to be installed including those that were removed in recent > construction. > > 5. Bicycle locker signage; Chip; Installation commitment date. > > 6. Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane; Damien; Installation > date commitment. > > 7. BFC award; Chip; Plan for renewal. > > 8. Minutes; Drew; Desired template // Plan for aggregation of old > minutes and website posting > > > > Thanks for your time! > > Drew >

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University Av. Corridor Study Open House 8/31 & 9/1
by Frank Gmeindl 31 Aug '15

31 Aug '15

Please see attached flyer. The University Avenue Complete Streets Corridor Study Open House will be August 31 and September 1 10 am - 3 pm in the Mountainlair Gold Ballroom. If cyclists are going to be accommodated in the corridor, cyclists will have to show up and tell the MPO, WVU, WVDOH and contractor what we need. You can be sure motorists, real estate developers and business people will be there to get their needs met.

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Re: [Bikeboard] Sep. 3rd Call for Agenda Items; Minutes from Aug. 6th Review
by Jing Zhang 31 Aug '15

31 Aug '15

Nice job. Thanks. Jing From: bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@bikemorgantown.com] On Behalf Of Drew Gatlin Sent: Friday, August 28, 2015 11:26 AM To: Bicycle Board Subject: [Bikeboard] Sep. 3rd Call for Agenda Items; Minutes from Aug. 6th Review Hello all, Barring any objections, I am your new secretary! Attached are the unformatted, draft minutes from our meeting on August 6th. I will attempt to edit them into a more familiar format before we post them to the website, but I figured it would be best for everyone to have them sooner rather than later. What I remember to be the action items are below: * Current members – Andrew Walker, Colin Dierman, and Emily Vasile should indicate their desired status as voting members * Bicycle Friendly Community Award – Application deadline 11 February 2016 * Bicycle Locker Signage – Who has the file? Chip will talk to Tom Arnold regarding the new location for the locker * Mon. Blvd Climbing Lane – Jing will clarify DOH’s position; Drew and Jonathan Nellis will attempt to drum up support at WVU * Confident City Cycling Courses – Jing is heading up the compilation of two lists --> potential instructors and newbies to cycling. Everyone should send any potential candidates for these classes to him. * SLM / BMUFL – Damien and Derek will work together to allocate all funds and complete the plan * Parking Rings – Damien may know what happened to the one that is missing from recent construction and will be the one to decide on installation date for remaining rings (3) Finally, if there are any more agenda items you can identify, please send them to me before the end of the day and I will send out a finalized agenda for next week. Below is what has been proposed so far: 1. SLM / BMUFL sign locations; Damien; Status and next step. 2. SLM / BMUFL sign locations; Derek; Plan for completing location plan to use funds that we haven't allocated yet. 3. BFC signs; Damien; Installation commitment date for signs that haven't been installed yet. 4. Bicycle parking rings; Damien; Installation date for rings that remain to be installed including those that were removed in recent construction. 5. Bicycle locker signage; Chip; Installation commitment date. 6. Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane; Damien; Installation date commitment. 7. BFC award; Chip; Plan for renewal. 8. Minutes; Drew; Desired template // Plan for aggregation of old minutes and website posting Thanks for your time! Drew

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Fwd: WVCC August Update
by BikeMorgantown 19 Aug '15

19 Aug '15

Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: WVCC August Update > Date: August 19, 2015 8:51:59 AM EDT > To: Adam Angelona <adam(a)arrowheadbikefarm.com>, Adam Flack <aflack(a)wvonthemove.net>, Amanda Payne <paynea(a)njrati.org>, Amanda Yager <a.yager(a)wvhub.org>, amy.d.atkins(a)wv.gov, Amy Haden <amyhaden(a)gmail.com>, Anita Mayer <anita.mayer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bethany Williams <williamsb(a)njrati.org>, Morgantown Monongalia MPO <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Bill Wells <bwells(a)unitedcoal.com>, Breanna Shell <shellb(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Brendan Bell <brendanbell.bell(a)gmail.com>, Bruce Curry <Bruce(a)currydesigngroup.com>, Charlene Cook <charlenecook1955(a)aol.com>, Charles Holley <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>, "chip(a)wamsleycycles.com" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christina Hunt <c.hunt(a)wvhub.org>, Connie Lupardus <clupardus(a)caez-wv.org>, Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Dale Goff <Dale.goff3(a)gmail.com>, Dennis Strawn <dennis.a.strawn(a)gmail.com>, Don Spencer <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, Edgar Barrett <nedbarrett(a)bellsouth.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Elliott Lewis <eelewis7(a)gmail.com>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.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>, "harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net" <harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net>, Isaac Forman <formanir(a)gmail.com>, j underhill <Jfunderhill(a)gmail.com>, Jeffrey Lusk <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>, Jenny Totten <jenny.dawn.totten(a)gmail.com>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, Kate Dobson Forman <katedforman(a)gmail.com>, "Laura M. Dice" <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>, Michael Loughney <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>, Mike Plante <mike(a)planteandassociates.com>, Mike Costello <costellowv(a)gmail.com>, Nate Orders <mail(a)ordersconstruction.com>, Nathan McCray <nathanmccray(a)Hotmail.com>, Park Ferguson <parkferg2007(a)yahoo.com>, Patricia Clay <trishc1(a)suddenlink.net>, PJ <pjdonovan83(a)yahoo.com>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, Rich Harper <johnscyclery(a)frontier.com>, Richard Eichberger <reichberger(a)suddenlink.net>, Scott Ferry <scottferry(a)wvregion3.org>, Scott Sudduth <scottsud(a)gmail.com>, Spellman Kent <k.spellman(a)wvhub.org>, "sryder(a)tgkvf.org" <sryder(a)tgkvf.org>, Stacy Bisker <selaineb(a)gmail.com>, Steve Fowler <smf(a)pffwv.com>, Susie K Salisbury <Susiesalis(a)aol.com>, "Eca3@Suddenlinkmail. Com" <eca3(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, Tom Heywood <theywood(a)bowlesrice.com>, Tom Lane <tlane(a)bowlesrice.com>, Tom Wood <twood84(a)gmail.com>, "townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com" <townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, voicetalent(a)amiebreedlove.com, Brian Weber <xvrweber(a)gmail.com>, "wrnott(a)suddenlink.net" <wrnott(a)suddenlink.net>, WV Explorer <editor(a)wvexplorer.com> > > > > > WVCC Member Update > > August 18, 2015 > > We have momentum!! Can you feel it? Attitudes towards cycling and walking are changing. From Charleston to Matewan, communities are talking about ways to make their communities more cycling and walking friendly. What’s really neat is that local governments are listening. They are acting and implementing! If you see momentum in your community, please send me your story. > > WVCC has been very busy and will be even busier this fall and into 2016. Take a look and mark your calendars. > > Board of Directors Conference Call – August 27th at 4 p.m. (Let me know if you would like to join this call) > > Fall Membership Meeting – October 23 in Fayetteville. We will begin with a board meeting at 4 p.m. on the Class VI property. A reception will begin at 5:30, followed by a dinner meeting and presentations from several local groups working to connect Beckley to Summersville. It’s all about Connecting Communities. I’ll send a follow up email later but ALL are welcome and encouraged to attend this exciting event. Bill Wells, WVCC Board Member, has offered to house as many of us as he can. Bill is also working with the local bike clubs, and we will have a bike ride Saturday morning. I’ll be walking the proposed Fayetteville loop for those that would prefer to hike instead of bike. > > WV Bike Summit – January 24 and 25 at the Marriott Town Center, Charleston. See the attached Save the Date document for more information, and please forward it to your contact lists. If you are interested in serving on the Summit Planning Committee or have a great idea for a speaker or would like to exhibit or sponsor, please contact me immediately. Registration is open at wvconnectingcommunities.com so register today! > > Thanks so much to our planning committee: Tom Smith, Federal Highway Administration; Perry Keller, WV DOH; Dennis Strawn, WVCC; Jeff Ball, ACE; Frank Gmeidl, Morgantown Bicycle Board; Amanda Payne, Bethany Williams and Emily Hagan, Rahall Transportation Institute; Christina Hunt, WV HUB; Gail Pitchford, former WVCC Board Member; Samantha Carney, Charleston Convention & Visitor’s Bureau; Will Miller, WV Tourism Commission; and Laura Dice, KEYS for Healthy Kids. And, thanks to our partners: Federal Highway Administration, City of Charleston, Rahall Transportation Institute, Charleston Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, Morgantown MPO, Region 5 MPO, ACE Cycling, WV Citizen Action Group, Hagerstown/Eastern Panhandle MPO, and the WV Department of Highways. > > Why WVCC? Because we need policies in WV, from Congress to small towns and from schools to businesses, that allow for more people to be able to ride their bike or walk to work, school, to run errands or for better health and fitness. We are your voice at all levels of government, media, and public. Our cycling safety campaign was a huge success – billboards are still up in the Kanawha Valley. We just got two new boxes of Give Em Three stickers. Let me know if you want to hand them out in your community. > > > > > Speaking of being your voice at different levels of government – Dennis Strawn, President of WVCC, and I are both presenting at the WV DOT’s planning conference in September. My talk is about what communities across the state and country are doing to enhance cycling and walking. I will also mention possible projects (projects citizens would like to see happen). Dennis will be presenting on Charleston’s new bike plan. I am planning to use your stories (see below) for my presentation. > > State of Cycling and Walking in West Virginia – I’m still working on this report. Morgantown so far is the winner with page after page of successes. Please, please, please send me a success, no matter how small, from your community or one that you happen to know about from anywhere in the state. Were you able to get some paint down on a road to better mark a cross walk? Were you able to organize a bike ride on National Bike to Work Day or some other occasion? Thanks so much to all that have sent me stories. I also need pictures. In fact, you can just send photos with a sentence or two description. > > Thanks everyone. Hope to hear from you soon. > > Kasey > > Kasey Russell, Executive Director, WVCC > > 304.542.1994 >

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Fwd: MBB GIS
by Derek Springston 18 Aug '15

18 Aug '15

Hi folks, I've been talking with Chet Parsons lately, who has been involved with the Bike Board previously (as a Member?), and I would like to deliver our Bike Board Route mapping files, so he can take a look at them to help with a potential GIS analysis and suitability project he's pursuing through work that may also lead to a mobile app. He stated that if the project is landed and a mobile app is developed, he'd love to try to bring that back to Morgantown and evaluate it's functionality here. I hope what I can dig up will be valuable for him. *Does anyone have any concerns about delivering the Bike Route data to him?* *I only see a win-win situation with a potential synergistic effect,* and it's also got my gears turning a bit for some things I've been thinking about for a while. Thanks, ~Derek --------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Chet Parsons <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, Jul 30, 2015 at 1:46 PM Subject: MBB GIS To: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Hey Derek! Hope things are well and you're having a good summer. I'm just beginning to think about a framework for establishing bike routes for a project at work and was trying to remember if the Bike Board came up with any criteria when we put together the mapping. I know it was loosely based on old paper maps that someone sketched out. I'd like to end up with some kind of a matrix that can be used to classify different corridors based on how friendly or un-friendly they are to bike use and eventually come up with a recommendation for bike routes. Any ideas would be appreciated! Chet -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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Reminder of Today's Bicycle Board Meeting
by Jing Zhang 06 Aug '15

06 Aug '15

Hi, Bicycle Board Member, The August Bicycle Board Meeting will be held today at 6:30 PM in the Training Room of the Morgantown Public Safety Building. Agenda items are: Suggested topics; discussion leader; desired outcome: 1. SLM / BMUFL sign locations; Damien; Status and next step. 2. SLM / BMUFL sign locations; Derek; Plan for completing location plan to use funds that we haven't allocated yet. 3, BFC signs; Damien; Installation commitment date for signs that haven't been installed yet. 4. Bicycle parking rings; Damien; Installation date for rings that remain to be installed including those that were removed in recent construction. 5. Bicycle locker signage; Chip; Installation commitment date. 6. Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane; Damien; Installation date commitment. 7. BFC award; Chip; Plan for renewal. 8. Confident Cycling Courses (Traffic Skill 101); Jing; status update and identify population in need for cycling classes. 9. Bicycle Board email list update; Jing; identify actions to improve email communication. Looking forward to seeing you there! Thanks, Jing on behalf of Chip Wamsley. Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Meeting tomorrow
by Drew Gatlin 06 Aug '15

06 Aug '15

Hello all, Just wanting to confirm that our meeting tomorrow is still on schedule. If so, can we get an agenda sent out prior to the meeting? Best,Drew

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Fwd: ENEWS: July 15, 2015
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Jul '15

15 Jul '15

Cool photo. Have you submitted your suggestions for improving the University Av. corridor? Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: MOUNTAINEER ENEWS <enews(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: ENEWS: July 15, 2015 > Date: July 15, 2015 8:45:57 AM EDT > To: Frank <fdgmeindl(a)mix.wvu.edu> > Reply-To: MOUNTAINEER ENEWS <enews(a)mail.wvu.edu> > > Having trouble viewing this email? View it online. > > TOP STORY > > Suggestions sought to improve University Avenue > The Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization is seeking ideas for improving the University Avenue corridor. The goal is to create a vision for a corridor which provides superior connectivity to every type of user. All residents and students are invited to submit comments at the link above. > > NEWS FEATURES > Distinguished Alumnus named to Popular Science list > Eric Loth, a 2008 inductee into the University’s Academy of Distinguished Alumni of Aerospace Engineering, has been named to the “Popular Science” list of 12 “brilliant minds behind the new energy revolution” for his work in wind energy. > Institute for Labor Studies and Research awarded grant for innovative labor history project > Unionized bricklayers across North America will soon learn the history behind contemporary challenges facing them as union members, craft workers, employees and citizens, thanks in part to the University's Institute for Labor Studies and Research. > New disc golf course to open at Jackson's Mill > A new disc golf course at Jackson’s Mill will allow 4-H’ers and visitors to experience the sport while learning about diabetes education, thanks to a partnership with Novo Nordisk. The course is the first of its kind on the Jackson’s Mill campus and will be used, in part, to help teach 4-H’ers and the public about diabetes and the impact that physical activity can have on improving health. > CLIMB HIGHER > Read about WVU staff and faculty members who have been recognized for going the extra mile. Click here to read about this week's honorees. > HEALTHCARE > Nursing leader tapped to head faculty practice and community engagement efforts at School of Nursing > Experienced nurse practitioner and business professional Dr. Toni DiChiacchio has been named assistant dean for the School of Nursing’s faculty practice and community engagement. > Marsh appoints three to new leadership roles in the School of Medicine > Jeffrey Coben, M.D., has been named vice dean for operations, in addition to his role as associate vice president for clinical innovations, planning and operations for the Health Sciences Center. Laura F. Gibson, Ph.D., has been named associate dean for research, in addition to her role as senior associate vice president for health sciences research and graduate education. Mary Beth Mandich, P.T., Ph.D., has been named vice dean for professional programs. > ATHLETICS > 2015 football poster revealed > Kickoff of the 2015 Mountaineer football season is less than two months away. West Virginia tees it up for the first time on Saturday, Sept. 5, at Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium. This week, the athletic department released the 2015 football schedule poster that will be distributed to Mountaineer fans throughout the fall. Fans can pick up their own copy of the poster at Mountaineer Fan Day in August. > Kwiatkoski named to Lombardi Award watch list > Redshirt senior linebacker Nick Kwiatkoski has been named as one of 145 players from across the nation to the 2015 Rotary Lombardi Award as announced, Tuesday (July 14), by the Rotary Lombardi Award Committee. > EVENTS > Some African-American Arts & Heritage Academy events moved to new locations on campus > Several events of the African-American Arts & Heritage Academy, going on now at the University, have been moved from the Gladys G. Davis Theatre at the Creative Arts Center due to problems with air conditioning. The updated schedule has moved today's (July 15) performance of "Voices from the Earth" from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. to 334 Percival Hall. The AAAHA Annual Talent Show at 9 p.m. is also being held in 334 Percival Hall. The Music Therapy Master Class is being held Thursday from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in 339 Percival Hall. Saturday's Annual AAAHA Student Showcase from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. will be held in the Gluck Theatre, Mountainlair. For additional information, contact Jacqueline Dooley at 304.293.3875 or Jacqueline.Dooley(a)mail.wvu.edu. > Mountainlair to host blood drive > The Mountainlair is hosting an American Red Cross blood drive today (July 15), as part of its summer programming events. The blood drive will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Mountainlair Ballrooms, located on the second floor. Eligible donors must be healthy, at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and may not have given whole blood in the past 56 days, or a double red cell donation in the last 112 days. Donors are encouraged to register to donate beforehand at the link above, however, walk-in appointments are available. For more information, please contact Sonja Wilson, at 304.293.2702 or Sonja.Wilson(a)mail.wvu.edu. > Pink Party fundraiser to benefit Bonnie’s Bus > The 2015 Pink Party to benefit the Bonnie Wells Wilson Mobile Mammography Program will be held at Bartini in Morgantown on Aug. 3. Doors will open at 5 p.m. with live entertainment beginning at 5:30 p.m. All net proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit Bonnie’s Bus, the University's mobile digital mammography unit that travels across West Virginia, offering screening mammograms. Tickets are $75 for general admission (if purchased in advance), $80 at the door. VIP tickets are $95. For details, contact Sara Jane Gainor at 304.293.2370 or email sgainor(a)hsc.wvu.edu. > Submit a Climb Higher Candidate > Submit to Mountaineer ENEWS Stay Connected View Online Unsubscribe > > For questions about subscribing to E-News, email ur(a)mail.wvu.edu > > ENEWS guidelines are available at http://intranet.wvu.edu > > Get today's WVU and higher education news headlines on WVUToday > > > Copyright © 2015 West Virginia University, All rights reserved. > You have been added to this list because you are an affiliate of WVU. > > Our mailing address is: > West Virginia University > PO Box 6201 > Morgantown, WV 26506 > > Add us to your address book

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Updates
by Gunnar Shogren 13 Jul '15

13 Jul '15

Long time no see. Glad to see that things are happening. And in that vein, hows about we update some of the info on the web site? http://bikemorgantown.com/bikeboard.php Someone want to give me an updated list of folks, their precincts, and/or positions? http://bikemorgantown.com/bikelaw.php Yes, Morgantown fiddled with their listing for law stuff, so I need to see if it can get linked... again. http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php Guess google no longer likes their own KML files. Anyone try to update this, or have any other idea? Any thing else? Let me know... Ride on.

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Vacancies on City Boards and Commissions Page
by Drew Gatlin 13 Jul '15

13 Jul '15

All, A city resident posted a link in a neighborhood association group to a page on the city website <http://www.morgantownwv.gov/vacancies-on-city-boards-and-commissions/>. This page lists current boards and commissions that are seeking members to fill out their respective boards. As soon as we get a specific handle on our board deficiencies perhaps it would be helpful to our recruiting efforts if our board was also listed on this page? Regarding those specific deficiencies, how is our audit of active board members coming along? Is there anything to be done in that regard from this mailing list? Best, Drew Gatlin

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Fwd: University Avenue Steering Committee Meeting Date
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Jul '15

09 Jul '15

Please note that the message I'm forwarding is addressed to the University Avenue Steering Committee so it is FYI only. It's about scheduling a future meeting. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Subject: University Avenue Steering Committee Meeting Date > Date: July 9, 2015 1:11:47 PM EDT > To: "'Jennifer'" <jselin(a)hotmail.com>, "'Commissioner Callen'" <eldonc(a)msn.com>, "'Wesley Nugent'" <wes(a)wnugent.com>, "'Frank Scafella'" <fscafella(a)sunnysideupwv.org>, "'Ron Justice'" <ron.justice(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Randy Hudak'" <Randy.Hudak(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Damien Davis'" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Clement Solomon'" <csolomon(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Fouad Shoukry" <fouad.n.shoukry(a)wv.gov>, "'Carr, Brian E'" <Brian.E.Carr(a)wv.gov>, <Matthew.Latimer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <john.thompson(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Cc: <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <Moncom(a)aol.com>, "'Daniel Kimble'" <Daniel(a)morgantownchamber.org>, "'Rutkowski, Mike'" <Mike.Rutkowski(a)stantec.com>, "'Aldridge, Brian'" <Brian.Aldridge(a)stantec.com>, "'Penn, Elwood C'" <Elwood.C.Penn(a)wv.gov>, <martishamberger(a)comcast.net>, "'Matt Cross'" <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Reply-To: <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > > > > University Avenue Steering Committee Members, > > We are in the process of scheduling the next University Avenue Complete Streets Steering Committee Meeting, the Design Workshop for the Study and a growth mapping exercise. We are proposing to hold the meetings either August 26th-27th or August 31st-September 1st. We would appreciate your feedback on which dates would be good for you and which dates you feel will help us maximize participation. > > Please let me know your preference by responding to this email by close of business Tuesday July 14th so we can schedule these meetings. > > A description of the meetings follows: > > Day One > > -Open Design Workshop 10 AM-7 PM This session will be open for the public and Steering Committee members to meet with the consultants to discuss concerns with the corridor and specific locations. This session will include the development of preliminary graphics for the corridor. > > Day Two > > -Open Design Workshop 8 AM-11:30 AM-Continuation of previous session for Steering Committee members and the Public. > > -Growth Mapping Meeting 1 PM-3PM-Members of the development community, City Staff, WVU Staff, and others as appropriate, meet to provide the consultants with insight into planned growth in the area. > > -Steering Committee Meeting 5:30 PM-7 PM-Update on information gathered at Walkabout and 1 on 1’s, Project Schedule, and information gathered during the Design Workshop. > > Thank you for your assistance in this matter. Please let me know of your preference for the meeting dates at your earliest convenience. > > Respectfully, > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 > Morgantown, WV 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives. It is the one that is the most adaptable to change. > > Charles Darwin > > I have noticed even people who claim everything is predestined, and that we can do nothing to change it, look before they cross the road. > > Stephen Hawking > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >

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Fwd: DOH, Morgantown, WVU, boulevard rocks
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Jul '15

09 Jul '15

Begin forwarded message: > From: Jennifer <jselin(a)hotmail.com> > Subject: DOH, Morgantown, WVU, boulevard rocks > Date: July 9, 2015 5:52:12 AM EDT > To: Austin Bill <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Gordon Gee <gordon.gee(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Justice Ron <rjustice(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Shamberger Marti <martishamberger(a)comcast.net>, Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)morgantownwv.gov>, Randy Hudak <Randy.Hudak(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Gmeindl Frank <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > > Here is an opportunity to get ahead of a problem, I believe we need: > > 1) More concrete barriers at the bottom of the hill to prevent rocks from rolling on the pavement > > 2) Bank stabilization (wire mesh or other techniques) in two places on the hillside behind the WVU greenhouse. Many areas of hillside are stabilized by vegetation and may not require a man-made fix. > > I am not an engineer, but it looks like an issue that requires a short and long-term plan. A perfect Town-Gown opportunity. > > What are the steps and agreements that need to be in place to do this? > > ****A perfect project to take care of very soon, particularly step 1. > > This part of the boulevard is on the Morgantown Marathon route (September 2015) and also is the site of the agreed upon (WVU, DOH, Morgantown) designated bicycle climbing lane up the boulevard. > > Currently, cars, pedestrians and bicyclists travel this route every day. > > The Marathon is coming up this September. We need the bicycle climbing lane installed this year to keep our status as a Bronze level bicycling community, the only one in the state. > > This is a mutual problem--we need to fast track the short term solution and get going on the long term solution. > > > > > Jenny Selin > Cell 304-685-6569

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Mon Blvd. Bicycle Climbing lane
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Jul '15

08 Jul '15

Fouad resists installing the Mon Blvd. Bicycle Climbing lane because a falling rock might hit a cyclist. Attached are two photos of Huntington bike lanes that were installed in the door zone. The probability of a cyclist getting hit in these door zone bike lanes by an opening vehicle door is much higher than a cyclist riding up Mon Blvd. getting hit by a rock and yet, WVDOH must have approved these DZBLs if not actually installed them. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Where there's a will, there's a way

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Transportation Alternatives Map Updates Meeting - Doodle Poll
by Derek Springston 29 Jun '15

29 Jun '15

Hey folks, I thought we had a productive meeting regarding the WVDOH TAP Scope of Work last week. As we stated in the meeting, we plan to get the WVDOH an updated map with reviewed and updated SLM/Sign/Bus Shelter locations within 1 month, which would be by July 16th. I propose that we do our best to meet this week to: - review our locations, - determine feasibility/appropriateness of each, - add new locations in place of removed locations, - and determine when and how we'll visit the locations for final inclusion on map. Please fill out Doodle poll ASAP, so we can schedule our meeting hopefully later this week. http://doodle.com/tx54qr35vrk4eyvp Thanks, ~Derek -- *Let deeds, not words, be your adorning. -'Abdu'l-Baha* “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy *"...the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." - Martin Luther King* "...change can be so constant you don't even feel the difference until there is one. It can be so slow that you don't even notice that your life is better or worse, until it is. Or it can just blow you away, make you something different in an instant." - George from 'My Life as A House'

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BMUFL
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Jun '15

24 Jun '15

Hi Derek, After yesterday's meeting with WVDOT, I've been reminiscing about all the work we've done to get to this point where we might actually get the sharrows and BMUFL signs on the roads and I want to congratulate YOU for getting us here. I wonder if anyone realizes the amount of painstaking and perfectionist work you put into getting every sharrow and sign in the right place on all those maps and then creating all those individual location drawings and then revising them after the BB reviewed them. Then, you took the initiative to write the grant proposal and to coordinate the BB members and David Bruffy and the folks at WVDOT to create a winning proposal. Your initiative, knowledge, persistence and obsession with detail brought us to this success and I for one congratulate you! Frank

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Improve University Avenue corridor
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Jun '15

23 Jun '15

If you have ideas for improving the University Avenue corridor, please go to http://universityavenuecorridor.mindmixer.com/topics/all create an account, mark up the map and describe your ideas. The Morgantown Monongalia MPO in cooperation with the City of Morgantown and WVU, has initiated the University Avenue Complete Streets corridor study (from WV 7 (Don Knotts Blvd.) to WV 705 (Patteson Dr.)). The purpose of this study is to look at physical improvements to this important corridor including Complete Streets applications, economic development, intersection laneage, safety and multimodal improvements. The corridor width extends down to Beechurst and up to the top of Wiles Hill. The contractor performing the study is very bicycling friendly and bicycling knowledgeable. In fact, one of the project managers is a Master League Cycling Instructor who co-founded the organization BikeSmart-GrowSmart and has taught hundreds of people to ride safely in traffic. Bicyclists had a major impact on the Green Bag Rd. redesign because more cyclists than others, e.g. truckers, businesses, residents showed up for the public meetings and showed the MPO what needs to be done to make it better accommodate bicyclists. We can do the same on the University Avenue corridor. There will be public meetings in Sept-Oct. Let's get our ideas submitted so they'll be considered by the MPO, City, contractor and the public. 4ank

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Positive Spin Celebration Schedule - June 28
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 19 Jun '15

19 Jun '15

Attached is the schedule for Positive Spin's 10th Anniversary and Annual Meeting on June 28th. Please disperse to other interested parties. There are many on this list who probably don't know this, but the Green Space Coalition is back in action after a 10 year break. Many stakeholders are attending their meetings, and many interesting developments are under-way. Ella Belling of MRTC will be speaking about GSC during the "Positive Biking Influences" part of the celebration. Chip will be speaking on behalf of the BB, Bill Austin on behalf of MPO, and Bill Foster on behalf of CRC. -Jonathan

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Re: [Bikeboard] BMUFL
by Chip Wamsley 19 Jun '15

19 Jun '15

Much thanks to Derek especially for the mapping done many years ago and everyone else that kept with it and pushed along. FYI, the meeting with the DOH, Jeff Mikorski and Damien Davis went well yesterday. The DOH representatives, especially our project manager, seemed very enthusiastic about our project and are 100% behind us. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent: 6/19/2015 7:08:35 AM To: "Derek Springston" <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Cc: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: [Bikeboard] BMUFL Hi Derek, After yesterday's meeting with WVDOT, I've been reminiscing about all the work we've done to get to this point where we might actually get the sharrows and BMUFL signs on the roads and I want to congratulate YOU for getting us here. I wonder if anyone realizes the amount of painstaking and perfectionist work you put into getting every sharrow and sign in the right place on all those maps and then creating all those individual location drawings and then revising them after the BB reviewed them. Then, you took the initiative to write the grant proposal and to coordinate the BB members and David Bruffy and the folks at WVDOT to create a winning proposal. Your initiative, knowledge, persistence and obsession with detail brought us to this success and I for one congratulate you! Frank _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Stairs to Ruby Hospital from the Evansdale area
by Jennifer 18 Jun '15

18 Jun '15

I'm wanting to encourage the use of the "bike tire track" or groove idea installed next to a set of stairs, to better accommodate bicycle riders who want to walk their bikes up the Stairs. I have a developer who is willing to consider. Who of you has experience or resources for explaining the concept and designing (specs for) such an item? I'm looking for an approach for how to install this. Bike infrastructure! Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 On Jun 1, 2015, at 2:05 PM, "Jing Zhang" <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net> wrote: Bicycle Board Members, The June Bicycle Board Meeting will held on June 4th at the Training Room of the Public Safety Building. Attached are the Agenda and the draft meeting minutes of the last meeting. Thanks, Chip Wamsley Chairmen, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board <Draft Meeting Minutes_May_2015.pdf> <Agenda_June_2015.pdf> <ATT00001>

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John Kerry: Not Your Average Cyclist
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Jun '15

02 Jun '15

More on Kerry's crash: http://on.wsj.com/1cs62Dn “But Kerry is the real deal—fit, fast, confident. If he raced in his age category, he’d be one of the top riders in the U.S.” - Jon Vaughters 4ank

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June Bicycle Board Meeting
by Jing Zhang 01 Jun '15

01 Jun '15

Bicycle Board Members, The June Bicycle Board Meeting will held on June 4th at the Training Room of the Public Safety Building. Attached are the Agenda and the draft meeting minutes of the last meeting. Thanks, Chip Wamsley Chairmen, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board

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June Bicycle Board Meeting
by Jing Zhang 01 Jun '15

01 Jun '15

Bicycle Board Members, The June Bicycle Board Meeting will held on June 4th at the Training Room of the Public Safety Building. Attached are the Agenda and the draft meeting minutes of the last meeting. Thanks, Chip Wamsley Chairmen, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board

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Fwd: OPEN STREETS PITTSBURGH EVENT - May 31st, June and July
by Frank Gmeindl 26 May '15

26 May '15

FYI Begin forwarded message: > From: Gene Slevinski <skisk8r(a)hotmail.com> > Subject: RE: OPEN STREETS PITTSBURGH EVENT - May 31st, June and July > Date: May 26, 2015 4:52:42 AM EDT > To: Tom Klevan <tklevan(a)spcregion.org>, Butler Freeport Community Trail <butlerfreeporttrail(a)yahoo.com>, Beaver County Rowing Association <cfalkenste(a)phfa.org>, Armstrong Trail <armtrail(a)windstream.net>, Allegheny County Planning <cgoswick(a)alleghenycounty.us>, Allegheny County Health Department <adosheller(a)achd.net>, Westmoreland Smart Growth <jdt15(a)psu.edu>, Pittsburgh Police <melissa.gutch(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us>, PEC Statewide <bclemenson(a)pecpa.org>, ORTC <drvtroia(a)troiaeye.net>, MTCC <cantonmh1(a)yahoo.com>, Midland Corp <schultebea(a)comcast.net>, McKees Rocks <tvrcek(a)mckeesrocks.com>, Jeff <jsi107(a)hotmail.com>, Green <jerrold.green(a)verizon.net>, Wilkinsburg CDC ZumFelde <jakob(a)wilkinsburgcdc.org>, Swissvale Boro <swisadm2(a)hotmail.com>, Riverlilfe Task Force Bontranger <stephan(a)riverlifepgh.org>, Riverlife Task Force Addy <addy(a)riverlifepgh.org>, Nicole Barnett <nbarnett(a)achd.net>, Morgantown Walks <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com>, Moon Township <mgerkey(a)moontwp.org>, Marshall Twp <neilmc(a)twp.marshall.pa.us>, Haysville <rabenner(a)msn.com>, Edgewood <manager(a)edgewoodboro.com>, CMH <cmh140(a)pitt.edu>, Caitlin Hazelton at MRCDC <chazelton(a)mckeesrocks.com>, AVTA <hilton(a)clarion.edu>, Arm Trail Mike <mtsits(a)hotmail.com>, Shaler Twp <kcreagh(a)shaler.org>, Ross Township <commward8(a)ross.pa.us>, Riverlife Task Force Sukernak <jay(a)riverlifepgh.org>, Rebecca Kiernan <rkiernan(a)moontwp.com>, Penn Hills Blackwell <cblackwell(a)pennhills.org>, North Westmoreland <sean.bridgen(a)psu.edu>, MWCDC <imanspeizer(a)mwcdc.org>, Matt S <mds(a)newcastlepa.org>, City of Pittsburgh Brashear <melissa.brashear(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us>, Blairsville Trails <lsg150(a)yahoo.com>, Beaver County Planning <wevans(a)beavercountypa.gov>, Allegheny Trail Alliance <atamail(a)atatrail.org>, Allegheny County parks <abaechle(a)alleghenycounty.us>, Allegheny County DPW <dave.wright(a)alleghenycounty.us>, Weil <roy(a)shaw-weil.com>, Pings <peggy.pings(a)gmail.com>, Paul Svoboda <psvoboda(a)ura.org>, North Side too <rjhtest(a)aol.com>, MTC Pfeiffer <dennis.pfeiffer(a)pnc.com>, McNally <pgh.hiker(a)gmail.com>, Laura Dombrowsky <ldombrowsky(a)moontwp.com>, Ilyssa Manspeizer <ilyssa(a)mwcdc.org>, Dudash <robertdudash(a)fullservicenetwork.net>, Wilkinsburg <wyoung(a)alumni.ksg.harvard.edu>, Ruppert <truppert(a)summa-tech.com>, Riverlife Task Force Rhonda <rhonda(a)riverlifepgh.org>, Pashek <sthompson(a)pashekla.com>, NA <n0odi(a)yahoo.com>, Morgantown <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, McGinty <petermcginty(a)verizon.net>, Mackin Genter <rwg(a)mackinengineering.com>, Greenways Frawley <greenways(a)ficda.org>, Cranberry Twp <joe.shafer(a)cranberrytownship.org>, Carnegie <sbeuter.carnegieboro(a)comcast.net>, Baker <cdietrich(a)mbakercorp.com>, Aspinwall <news(a)aspinwallpa.com>, Arm Trail Backup <rjsteffy(a)yahoo.com>, Ross Twp <wjones(a)ross.pa.us>, Robinson Twp <dollyc(a)townshipofrobinson.com>, Richland Twp <rtdean(a)zoominternet.net>, Pine Twp <cfischer(a)twp.pine.pa.us>, Pam McCloskey <wedigpa(a)hotmail.com>, New Castle Matt <govt(a)mattstaniszewski.com>, Moon Twp Reese <jcreese(a)moontwp.com>, Loralyn Fabian <loralyn.fabian(a)eastliberty.org>, "Greg Primm, Allegheny Township" <primm(a)alleghenytownship.net>, Glen Osborne <orndjo(a)gmail.com>, EDS <kkeating(a)economicdevelopmentsouth.org>, DCNR Mattis <amattis(a)state.pa.us>, Dave Scofield <drscofield(a)heinzhistorycenter.org>, Chaney <leannchaney(a)gmail.com>, Brian Letrick <bletrick(a)pa.gov>, Borough of Bellvue PD <sentner(a)bellevueboropolice.com>, Ben Matthews <bmatthews(a)pa.gov>, Barbara Hauge <bhauge(a)upstreetarchitects.com>, Amie Matson <amatson(a)aplusschools.org> > Cc: Jim Hassinger <jhassinger(a)spcregion.org>, Shannon O'Connell <soconnell(a)spcregion.org>, Doug Smith <dsmith(a)spcregion.org>, Andy Waple <awaple(a)spcregion.org>, Domenic D'Andrea <ddandrea(a)spcregion.org>, Chuck Imbrogno <imbrogno(a)spcregion.org>, Mary Brangan <mbrangan(a)spcregion.org> > > Fellow SPC members. > > Just a reminder to you the OPEN STREETS PGH totally free event is happening this weekend on Sunday, May 31st. Please pass along to your group membership. Hope to see you there. > > Gene > Open Streets committee > > > > > > Dear Trail Friend and fellow SPC Pedestrian-Bicycle Advisory Committee member : > > > I need your help getting the word out about OpenStreetsPGH, a FREE event I’ve been closely involved in organizing. > > > OpenStreetsPGH is a collaborative effort of a large group of Pittsburgh lovers and BikePgh.org. We’ve worked hard to bring this to Pittsburgh, so this is a very exciting moment for us. This year we’ll have three events, on the last Sunday of May, June and July, and each event will be street closings almost 4 miles long stretching from downtown through the Strip District and out thru Lawrenceville. We want to attract thousands of people and grow the event in both length and size annually. Will you help? > > > For info on the events, the route map and other info, please go to the website: http://openstreetspgh.org/ > > > Facebook at: > https://www.facebook.com/openstreetspgh?fref=ts > > > I would ask that you forward this email / info to your membership to help us promote these FREE events. > > Thank you for helping us get the word out! > > > Gene Slevinski > Openstreetspgh committee > > > What is an Open Street? > > > Part of a global movement, an Open Street closes streets to cars temporarily so that runners, walkers, skaters, cyclists, young and old, families, groups, etc...can enjoy city streets freely. Babes in strollers, kids on bikes, trikes, scooters and skate boards. On the last Sunday of May, June and July in 2015, from 8 AM till Noon. Pittsburgh will join this global movement with OpenStreetPGH, an almost 4 mile long stretch of temporary park, stretching from Market Square downtown through the Strip District as well as Lawrenceville. There’ll be lots of room to enjoy whatever activity you prefer and lots of programmed activities so that you can try something new. > > > By creating our literally Open Street, we aim to promote active and healthy lifestyles for everyone. NOT a race, NO start or finish line, NO entry fee, NO motorized vehicles just come out with your friends, your family, your kids, and enjoy the closed Open Streets of Pittsburgh. Come when you like, anytime during the morning hours. > > > What do Open Streets do? > > > Re-imagine city spaces by using spaces normally reserved for cars as places for people, too—it’s a whole new way to look at your city! > Promote healthy living by getting people outside, moving and active > Promote local businesses by connecting people with businesses along city corridors > > > How can people participate at OpenStreetsPGH? > > > Any way they like! They can bike from one end to the other and back again in less than an hour … that is if they can resist the urge to stop and take a yoga class, get brunch, or shop at some of the great stores along the route. There will kids activities, program areas, entertainment, food, and adult activities as well. They can walk and enjoy the public art and terrific along the way. They can run over 7 miles (or more), unimpeded by cars. They can shop at local businesses along the way. Or they can take a group class ranging from yoga to zumba to Tai Chi. Go on. Or just enjoy the scenery and city life around you! > > There is no right or wrong way to enjoy OpenStreetsPGH. Anything powered by you goes. > > > How can I help? > Become a sponsor or volunteer! Sign up today and help OpenStreetsPGH create a sustainable new tradition here in Pittsburgh. We need volunteers to: > Flyer the neighborhood > Hang signs along the route > Adopt an intersection with a group or friends > Help Set up / Take down at a Program Hub > Talk to your neighbors at one our Information Desks > And more. > Sign up link is - http://bikepgh.force.com/volunteer/GW_Volunteers__VolunteersJobListing?camp… > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] State of Cycling and Walking
by Frank Gmeindl 20 May '15

20 May '15

Thanks, Kasey! Hopefully, this will be useful to others. We have been able to accomplish all this because active citizens, bicycle board members, pedestrian board members, city councilors, city managers, and the mayor believe that... “In a more bicycle-friendly Morgantown, all residents will enjoy • reduced congestion, • greater transportation efficiency, • better community health and well-being, • an improved physical environment, and • a more prosperous local economy.” - quoted directly from the Morgantown Bicycle Plan Frank Where there's a will, there's a way! On May 20, 2015, at 7:12 AM, Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Frank, that's longer than all my communities put together!! Thanks so much for getting this to me. > You all really are leading the way. > Kasey > > Sent from my iPhone > > On May 19, 2015, at 8:50 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Hi Kasey, >> >> Here's the State of Cycling and Walking in Morgantown. Since this is the first State of Cycling and Walking report, there are some items accomplished prior to the past year. I can pare the list down to a time frame if you like. I can also provide images for many of these accomplishments if you like. I look forward to the complete State of Cycling and Walking report. >> >> State of Cycling and Walking in Morgantown – May 2015 >> >> • Bike commuting "tripled" in Morgantown 2007-2012, albeit from 0.1% to 0.3%. (National rate for the same time frame is 0.6%.) >> • Walking to work 2007-2012 increased from roughly 12% to 18.6%. (18.6%, is among the top 10 for similarly sized cities in the U.S.) >> • The League of American Bicyclists designated Morgantown Bronze level Bicycle Friendly Community 2012-2016. >> • Morgantown Mayor featured in Pro Walk Pro Bike video along with mayors other seven cities such as Pittsburgh and Philadelphia testifying that “great biking means great cities”. >> • Municipal Bicycle Board established 2006 and Pedestrian Safety Board established 2007. >> • Positive Spin cooperative established in 2005 to support citizens who choose to walk, bike, bus and carpool for a more livable Morgantown. Refurbished and distributed thousands of bikes to people who need them for transportation and teaches bicycle maintenance and safe bicycling. >> • BikeMorgantown brand established with website and social media primarily for education. >> • City Council adopted comprehensive bicycling plan and Morgantown Monongalia MPO established distinct bicycle plan in Long Range Transportation Plan >> • City budgeted $100,000 (20%) of this year's paving budget for sidewalks. >> • City budgeted $5,000 for Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane (R4-11) signs throughout the City. >> • Received $96,000 Transportation Enhancement Grant to install Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane (R4-11) signs throughout the City and provide sheltered bicycle parking at bus stops. >> • Received $7,200 grant from Allstate to certify League Cycling Instructors and deliver Confident City Cycling classes; one new instructor certified. >> • WVU PE 212 Confident City Cycling class on-going since 2013. >> • Received $2,000 grant from Allstate and produced a mailer on safe cycling and safe driving around cyclists and distributed 25,000 copies to all Morgantown Utility Board customers in their bills. >> • Received $58,000 Transportation Enhancement Grant and established Confident City Cycling education program recognized by LAB. >> • Developed 5 League certified Cycling Instructors. >> • Delivered 25 Confident City Cycling classes to more than 150 students. >> • Developed 7 15-second educational TV spots and broadcast them on 6 TV networks, the City’s public access TV station and WVU information kiosks. >> • Created and displayed educational billboards on 7 strategic arterials. >> • Developed Commuter bicycling class. >> • Developed Traffic Skills class tailored for experienced cyclists. >> • Delivered lunch-and-learn cycling classes to Morgantown Multi-Sport groups. >> • Deliver annual Morgantown Bicycling invited lecture to WVU Sustainable Living class. >> • Developed driver education module and trained Morgantown High School driver education instructor to deliver it. >> • Wrote and published in the Morgantown Dominion Post and on BikeMorgantown.com monthly topic-specific education articles. >> • Developed a 10-minute educational video for cyclists under 12-years of age. >> • Collaborated with WVU bicycle police in their completing International Police Mountain Bike Association training. >> • Created, printed and gave Morgantown and WVU police, cards that describe bicyclist rights and bicyclist and motorist duties for police to give to bicyclists and motorists. >> • Created and distributed educational bumper stickers. >> • Created and distributed business cards that contain education program contact information and tips for better bicycling. >> • Established bicycling information booth at WVU Employee Fest. >> • Provided educational materials to MPO transportation fair. >> • Purchased Bicycling Street Smarts books and provided them to local bike shops to give with the purchase of every new bike. >> • Developed and published a bicycling education “community” page in the Mountaineer Yellow Pages. >> • Under Farmer, Cline, and Campbell Law Office sponsorship gave and fitted hundreds of helmets over 3 consecutive years of the Todd May First Responders Fair. >> • Completed MOU with City, WVU and WVDOT and City budgeted $22,500 budget to install bicycle climbing lane on Monongahela Boulevard. >> • Bike routes throughout the City classified and mapped.Conducted Bike To Work Day for 3rd consecutive year with local merchants providing support, Mayor leading ride and 25 participants. >> • Conducted Walk To School Day at Brookhaven Elementary School. >> • Monongahela Rail Trail Conservancy conducted Rail-Trail Sojourn to bring national attention to our rail trail system and to get support for filling the gaps between Parkersburg, Clarksburg, Bridgeport and Morgantown to the Great Allegheny passage to Pittsburgh, Maryland and DC. >> • Post-and-Ring secure bicycle-parking rings installed in downtown business district. >> • Secure bicycle parking, lockers and shower installed at WVU Mountaineer Station multi-modal transportation facility. >> • Hundreds of stainless steel inverted U racks locally designed, fabricated and installed throughout WVU campus. >> • Bike lockers installed at 2 city parking garages. >> • Bike racks installed at two middle schools. >> • Open streets event 2 consecutive years. >> • Max’s Challenge initiated by 10 year-old brought tens of youth and parents out to ride over Monongahela Boulevard major hill from downtown to Star City. >> • Home of Appalachian Bicycle Racing Association that conducts many nationally famous, best attended and competitive road, mountain and cyclocross races in the country. >> >> >> Frank D. Gmeindl >> LCI #1703 >> 491 Wilson Avenue >> Morgantown, WV 26501 >> 304-376-0446 >> Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles >> >> >> >> >> On May 18, 2015, at 10:03 AM, Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> Hi Frank, have you had a chance to get something together for the State of Cycling and Walking publication? I'd like to get this done this month if possible. I'm hoping for a paragraph or two highlighting successes in Morgantown. >>> Thanks, Kasey >>

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Lead cyclist needed for Decker's Creek Trail Half Marathon
by Derek Springston 20 May '15

20 May '15

BB Members, Ella Belling sent me this. I'm likely out of town that weekend. She said she needs one more cyclist. *---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------* *Lead cyclist needed: June 6 Deckers Creek Trail Half Marathon* Are you available and willing to be one of our lead cyclists on Saturday June 6 for the Deckers Creek Trail Half Marathon? Race start is at 8:30AM so you need to be in Masontown before the runners gather- 8-8:15AM. We normally have 3 lead cyclists to let water stop volunteers know that runners are coming, make sure road crossings are staffed (if not one of you takes over that spot until staffer arrives), and alerts the public trail users to runners if needed. By Morgantown runners are spread out and not an issue much to other trail use. Fastest runners can get to finish by 9:40AM at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park, so you need to know you can be faster :-) This race is vital to keeping our rail-trails in good shape and our trail organization ticking. Ella Contact Ella- ella(a)montrails.org or call 304-692-6782 -- *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**“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy*

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Fwd: State of Cycling and Walking
by Frank Gmeindl 20 May '15

20 May '15

What should I say? Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: State of Cycling and Walking > Date: May 20, 2015 7:12:30 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > > Frank, that's longer than all my communities put together!! Thanks so much for getting this to me. > You all really are leading the way. > Kasey > > Sent from my iPhone > > On May 19, 2015, at 8:50 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Hi Kasey, >> >> Here's the State of Cycling and Walking in Morgantown. Since this is the first State of Cycling and Walking report, there are some items accomplished prior to the past year. I can pare the list down to a time frame if you like. I can also provide images for many of these accomplishments if you like. I look forward to the complete State of Cycling and Walking report. >> >> State of Cycling and Walking in Morgantown – May 2015 >> >> • Bike commuting "tripled" in Morgantown 2007-2012, albeit from 0.1% to 0.3%. (National rate for the same time frame is 0.6%.) >> • Walking to work 2007-2012 increased from roughly 12% to 18.6%. (18.6%, is among the top 10 for similarly sized cities in the U.S.) >> • The League of American Bicyclists designated Morgantown Bronze level Bicycle Friendly Community 2012-2016. >> • Morgantown Mayor featured in Pro Walk Pro Bike video along with mayors other seven cities such as Pittsburgh and Philadelphia testifying that “great biking means great cities”. >> • Municipal Bicycle Board established 2006 and Pedestrian Safety Board established 2007. >> • Positive Spin cooperative established in 2005 to support citizens who choose to walk, bike, bus and carpool for a more livable Morgantown. Refurbished and distributed thousands of bikes to people who need them for transportation and teaches bicycle maintenance and safe bicycling. >> • BikeMorgantown brand established with website and social media primarily for education. >> • City Council adopted comprehensive bicycling plan and Morgantown Monongalia MPO established distinct bicycle plan in Long Range Transportation Plan >> • City budgeted $100,000 (20%) of this year's paving budget for sidewalks. >> • City budgeted $5,000 for Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane (R4-11) signs throughout the City. >> • Received $96,000 Transportation Enhancement Grant to install Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane (R4-11) signs throughout the City and provide sheltered bicycle parking at bus stops. >> • Received $7,200 grant from Allstate to certify League Cycling Instructors and deliver Confident City Cycling classes; one new instructor certified. >> • WVU PE 212 Confident City Cycling class on-going since 2013. >> • Received $2,000 grant from Allstate and produced a mailer on safe cycling and safe driving around cyclists and distributed 25,000 copies to all Morgantown Utility Board customers in their bills. >> • Received $58,000 Transportation Enhancement Grant and established Confident City Cycling education program recognized by LAB. >> • Developed 5 League certified Cycling Instructors. >> • Delivered 25 Confident City Cycling classes to more than 150 students. >> • Developed 7 15-second educational TV spots and broadcast them on 6 TV networks, the City’s public access TV station and WVU information kiosks. >> • Created and displayed educational billboards on 7 strategic arterials. >> • Developed Commuter bicycling class. >> • Developed Traffic Skills class tailored for experienced cyclists. >> • Delivered lunch-and-learn cycling classes to Morgantown Multi-Sport groups. >> • Deliver annual Morgantown Bicycling invited lecture to WVU Sustainable Living class. >> • Developed driver education module and trained Morgantown High School driver education instructor to deliver it. >> • Wrote and published in the Morgantown Dominion Post and on BikeMorgantown.com monthly topic-specific education articles. >> • Developed a 10-minute educational video for cyclists under 12-years of age. >> • Collaborated with WVU bicycle police in their completing International Police Mountain Bike Association training. >> • Created, printed and gave Morgantown and WVU police, cards that describe bicyclist rights and bicyclist and motorist duties for police to give to bicyclists and motorists. >> • Created and distributed educational bumper stickers. >> • Created and distributed business cards that contain education program contact information and tips for better bicycling. >> • Established bicycling information booth at WVU Employee Fest. >> • Provided educational materials to MPO transportation fair. >> • Purchased Bicycling Street Smarts books and provided them to local bike shops to give with the purchase of every new bike. >> • Developed and published a bicycling education “community” page in the Mountaineer Yellow Pages. >> • Under Farmer, Cline, and Campbell Law Office sponsorship gave and fitted hundreds of helmets over 3 consecutive years of the Todd May First Responders Fair. >> • Completed MOU with City, WVU and WVDOT and City budgeted $22,500 budget to install bicycle climbing lane on Monongahela Boulevard. >> • Bike routes throughout the City classified and mapped.Conducted Bike To Work Day for 3rd consecutive year with local merchants providing support, Mayor leading ride and 25 participants. >> • Conducted Walk To School Day at Brookhaven Elementary School. >> • Monongahela Rail Trail Conservancy conducted Rail-Trail Sojourn to bring national attention to our rail trail system and to get support for filling the gaps between Parkersburg, Clarksburg, Bridgeport and Morgantown to the Great Allegheny passage to Pittsburgh, Maryland and DC. >> • Post-and-Ring secure bicycle-parking rings installed in downtown business district. >> • Secure bicycle parking, lockers and shower installed at WVU Mountaineer Station multi-modal transportation facility. >> • Hundreds of stainless steel inverted U racks locally designed, fabricated and installed throughout WVU campus. >> • Bike lockers installed at 2 city parking garages. >> • Bike racks installed at two middle schools. >> • Open streets event 2 consecutive years. >> • Max’s Challenge initiated by 10 year-old brought tens of youth and parents out to ride over Monongahela Boulevard major hill from downtown to Star City. >> • Home of Appalachian Bicycle Racing Association that conducts many nationally famous, best attended and competitive road, mountain and cyclocross races in the country. >> >> >> Frank D. Gmeindl >> LCI #1703 >> 491 Wilson Avenue >> Morgantown, WV 26501 >> 304-376-0446 >> Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles >> >> >> >> >> On May 18, 2015, at 10:03 AM, Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> Hi Frank, have you had a chance to get something together for the State of Cycling and Walking publication? I'd like to get this done this month if possible. I'm hoping for a paragraph or two highlighting successes in Morgantown. >>> Thanks, Kasey >>

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Re: [Bikeboard] State of Cycling and Walking
by Frank Gmeindl 19 May '15

19 May '15

Hi Kasey, Here's the State of Cycling and Walking in Morgantown. Since this is the first State of Cycling and Walking report, there are some items accomplished prior to the past year. I can pare the list down to a time frame if you like. I can also provide images for many of these accomplishments if you like. I look forward to the complete State of Cycling and Walking report. State of Cycling and Walking in Morgantown – May 2015 • Bike commuting "tripled" in Morgantown 2007-2012, albeit from 0.1% to 0.3%. (National rate for the same time frame is 0.6%.) • Walking to work 2007-2012 increased from roughly 12% to 18.6%. (18.6%, is among the top 10 for similarly sized cities in the U.S.) • The League of American Bicyclists designated Morgantown Bronze level Bicycle Friendly Community 2012-2016. • Morgantown Mayor featured in Pro Walk Pro Bike video along with mayors other seven cities such as Pittsburgh and Philadelphia testifying that “great biking means great cities”. • Municipal Bicycle Board established 2006 and Pedestrian Safety Board established 2007. • Positive Spin cooperative established in 2005 to support citizens who choose to walk, bike, bus and carpool for a more livable Morgantown. Refurbished and distributed thousands of bikes to people who need them for transportation and teaches bicycle maintenance and safe bicycling. • BikeMorgantown brand established with website and social media primarily for education. • City Council adopted comprehensive bicycling plan and Morgantown Monongalia MPO established distinct bicycle plan in Long Range Transportation Plan • City budgeted $100,000 (20%) of this year's paving budget for sidewalks. • City budgeted $5,000 for Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane (R4-11) signs throughout the City. • Received $96,000 Transportation Enhancement Grant to install Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane (R4-11) signs throughout the City and provide sheltered bicycle parking at bus stops. • Received $7,200 grant from Allstate to certify League Cycling Instructors and deliver Confident City Cycling classes; one new instructor certified. • WVU PE 212 Confident City Cycling class on-going since 2013. • Received $2,000 grant from Allstate and produced a mailer on safe cycling and safe driving around cyclists and distributed 25,000 copies to all Morgantown Utility Board customers in their bills. • Received $58,000 Transportation Enhancement Grant and established Confident City Cycling education program recognized by LAB. • Developed 5 League certified Cycling Instructors. • Delivered 25 Confident City Cycling classes to more than 150 students. • Developed 7 15-second educational TV spots and broadcast them on 6 TV networks, the City’s public access TV station and WVU information kiosks. • Created and displayed educational billboards on 7 strategic arterials. • Developed Commuter bicycling class. • Developed Traffic Skills class tailored for experienced cyclists. • Delivered lunch-and-learn cycling classes to Morgantown Multi-Sport groups. • Deliver annual Morgantown Bicycling invited lecture to WVU Sustainable Living class. • Developed driver education module and trained Morgantown High School driver education instructor to deliver it. • Wrote and published in the Morgantown Dominion Post and on BikeMorgantown.com monthly topic-specific education articles. • Developed a 10-minute educational video for cyclists under 12-years of age. • Collaborated with WVU bicycle police in their completing International Police Mountain Bike Association training. • Created, printed and gave Morgantown and WVU police, cards that describe bicyclist rights and bicyclist and motorist duties for police to give to bicyclists and motorists. • Created and distributed educational bumper stickers. • Created and distributed business cards that contain education program contact information and tips for better bicycling. • Established bicycling information booth at WVU Employee Fest. • Provided educational materials to MPO transportation fair. • Purchased Bicycling Street Smarts books and provided them to local bike shops to give with the purchase of every new bike. • Developed and published a bicycling education “community” page in the Mountaineer Yellow Pages. • Under Farmer, Cline, and Campbell Law Office sponsorship gave and fitted hundreds of helmets over 3 consecutive years of the Todd May First Responders Fair. • Completed MOU with City, WVU and WVDOT and City budgeted $22,500 budget to install bicycle climbing lane on Monongahela Boulevard. • Bike routes throughout the City classified and mapped.Conducted Bike To Work Day for 3rd consecutive year with local merchants providing support, Mayor leading ride and 25 participants. • Conducted Walk To School Day at Brookhaven Elementary School. • Monongahela Rail Trail Conservancy conducted Rail-Trail Sojourn to bring national attention to our rail trail system and to get support for filling the gaps between Parkersburg, Clarksburg, Bridgeport and Morgantown to the Great Allegheny passage to Pittsburgh, Maryland and DC. • Post-and-Ring secure bicycle-parking rings installed in downtown business district. • Secure bicycle parking, lockers and shower installed at WVU Mountaineer Station multi-modal transportation facility. • Hundreds of stainless steel inverted U racks locally designed, fabricated and installed throughout WVU campus. • Bike lockers installed at 2 city parking garages. • Bike racks installed at two middle schools. • Open streets event 2 consecutive years. • Max’s Challenge initiated by 10 year-old brought tens of youth and parents out to ride over Monongahela Boulevard major hill from downtown to Star City. • Home of Appalachian Bicycle Racing Association that conducts many nationally famous, best attended and competitive road, mountain and cyclocross races in the country. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On May 18, 2015, at 10:03 AM, Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Hi Frank, have you had a chance to get something together for the State of Cycling and Walking publication? I'd like to get this done this month if possible. I'm hoping for a paragraph or two highlighting successes in Morgantown. > Thanks, Kasey

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Fwd: State of Cycling and Walking
by Frank Gmeindl 19 May '15

19 May '15

Who wants to take the lead on sending Kasey a paragraph on Morgantown accomplishments for the "State of Cycling and Walking" report? I was preparing a "State of Cycling" in Morgantown to send to Kasey before the April 10 WVCC BOD meeting but then Christiaan and Emily sent material to Kasey and I thought we were done. I think some ONE should at least compile all the input we've already given into one paragraph and send it to her. Following is my recollection of what we've sent or told her already: Morgantown has an official comprehensive bicycling plan and Morgantown Monongalia MPO established distinct bicycle plan in Long Range Transportation Plan. LAB designated Morgantown Bronze lever Bicycle Friendly Community 2012-2016. City budgeted $??? (???%) of this year's budget for sidewalks. City budgeted $5,000 for Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane (R4-11) signs throughout the City. Received $96,000 Transportation Enhancement Grant to install Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane (R4-11) signs throughout the City and provide sheltered bicycle parking at bus stops. Received $7,200 grant from Allstate to certify League Cycling Instructors and deliver Confident City Cycling classes; one new instructor certified. WVU PE 212 Confident City Cycling class on-going since 2013. Received $2,000 grant from Allstate and produced a mailer on safe cycling and safe driving around cyclists and distributed 25,000 copies to all Morgantown Utility Board customers in their bills. Completed MOU with City, WVU and WVDOT and City budgeted $22,500 budget to install bicycle climbing lane on Monongahela Boulevard. Conducted Bike To Work Day for 3rd consecutive year with local merchants providing support, Mayor leading ride and ??? participants. Conducted Bike To School Day to Mountainview Elementary. Monongahela Rail Trail Conservancy conducted Rail-Trail Sojourn to bring national attention to our rail trail system and to get support for filling the gaps between Parkersburg, Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Morgantown to the Great Allegheny passage to Pgh, Maryland and DC. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: State of Cycling and Walking > Date: May 18, 2015 10:03:06 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > > Hi Frank, have you had a chance to get something together for the State of Cycling and Walking publication? I'd like to get this done this month if possible. I'm hoping for a paragraph or two highlighting successes in Morgantown. > Thanks, Kasey

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Bike to Work Day- Friday, May 15th @ Hazel Ruby McQuain Park
by Emily Vasile 15 May '15

15 May '15

Hello All, Bike to Work Day is next Friday, 5/15! Riders will meet at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park for coffee and treats provided by The Grind beginning at 8:15am. Free beer coupons from Black Bear will be provided to the first 25 riders, and all can enter to win a $25 gift card from Real Juice. Mayor Selin and Bike Board members will ride towards Star City on the trail at 8:30. All are welcome! I am copying Chelsi Baker from the City to help publicize on social media, etc. If anyone is so inclined, a flyer has also been suggested to put up around town to spread the word. Anyone with graphic skills out there? See many of you next Friday! Emily

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Meeting today?
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 07 May '15

07 May '15

Does anyone know if the Bicycle Board meeting is happening today? -Jonathan PS - I emailed Chip, and did not get a reply.

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'Give 'em 3 feet'
by Traci Knabenshue 05 May '15

05 May '15

http://wvmetronews.com/2015/05/04/give-em-3-feet-campaign-launches-to-promo… Traci Knabenshue Interim Sustainability Director, Facilities & Services 304.293.7916 traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu<mailto:traci.knabenshue@mail.wvu.edu> http://wecan.wvu.edu<http://wecan.wvu.edu/> [WVU_Title_124and286]

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Agenda item for Thursday's meeting
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 04 May '15

04 May '15

*Item:* Positive Spin is looking for a representative from the Bicycle Board to come and speak at their Annual Meeting. There will be representatives from other initiatives speaking, too. *Desired Outcome:* Bicycle Board sends a representative to come and speak at the PS Annual on June 28. *Expanded:* Positive Spin's Annual Meeting will be Sunday, June 28. Because this year marks the organization's 10th year anniversary, Positive Spin wants to do something special so they have decided to invite speakers representing local bike-related groups, organizations, and government initiatives like the Bicycle Board and MPO to talk about their contributions to biking in our area. It is amazing how many bike initiatives exist in our area, yet few people know about all of them; this will be a great opportunity to shine, and increase impetus in our community. The time allotted to each speaker will depend on how many representatives can attend the event. Before the event begins, there will be an optional easy Country Roads Cyclists (CRC) ride up Deckers Creek to Dave's Shack and back (begins 1:00pm). At 4:00pm there will be a Potluck, so the speaking part will commence around 5:00pm. -Jonathan PS - This August marks the BB's 9th year anniversary!

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Bike to work!
by Jennifer 02 May '15

02 May '15

Once we have a short description of this year's event--for recruitment--maybe we could each bring at least one friend who hasn't participated and post a flyer online and where we work. I'm interested in attending! Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569

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Fwd: Todd May Event - Farmer Cline and Campbell Bike Helmet giveaway - May 30.
by Frank Gmeindl 01 May '15

01 May '15

For the third year in a row, we have an opportunity to enhance our relationship with police, other emergency responders and the community. Fit helmets on kids 10 am - 4 pm Sat. May 30 at University Town Center, Granville. In the past, Marilyn Newcome, Steve Harouff and Geoff Fusco fitted helmets to hundreds of kids. Hopefully, they and other members of our cycling community will help this year. Please contact Kelly Mascola at 304-225.5990 or kamascola(a)fcclaw.net . 4ank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Ryan Serritella" <ryan(a)groupmatrix.com> > Subject: Todd May Event - Farmer Cline and Campbell Bike Helmet giveaway - May 30. > Date: May 1, 2015 12:20:45 PM EDT > To: "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Cc: "'Kelly Mascola'" <KAMascola(a)fcclaw.net> > > Hi Frank, > > FCC is giving away helmets again this year at the Todd May Event. Was hoping some volunteers from Bike Morgantown would like to participate and help fit the helmets. > > Here are the details for 2015: > > “Sgt. Michael ‘Todd’ May Memorial First Responders Fair” being held Saturday, May 30, 2015 > from 10:00am to 4:00pm at the University Towne Centre in Granville, WV. It is sponsored by the > attorneys of the Farmer, Cline and Campbell law firm in Morgantown. > > If you get some volunteers, can you please coordinate with Kelly Mascola from FCC’s Morgantown office? > > Thanks, > > Ryan Serritella > GROUP MATRIX > (518) 724-3732 office > (866) 901-8111 fax > ryan(a)groupmatrix.com > www.groupmatrix.com > > GROUP MATRIX is the #1 firm in Personal Injury Advertising and Practice Management. > For nearly 30 years, we have been developing America’s largest and most successful Personal Injury practices. > We currently serve over 50 cities, representing the most visible and dominant names. > CEO Richard Sackett is a CLE and AAJ guest speaker and is often retained as an expert on attorney advertising regulation. > To learn more, visit www.groupmatrix.com or email ryan(a)groupmatrix.com.

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Fwd: Exciting things are happening!!
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Apr '15

28 Apr '15

Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Exciting things are happening!! > Date: April 27, 2015 12:45:53 PM EDT > To: undisclosed-recipients:; > Bcc: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > > Hello WVCC folks -- Please find the minutes from the last board meeting attached. > > Mark your calendars and join us for the following: > > 1. May 4th at 2:00 p.m. Haddad Riverfront Park -- Press Conference to kick off National Cycling Month and our Bike Safety Campaign (billboard attached) > > 2. May 15th -- Bike to Work Day (flier attached); in Charleston we will be at Haddad from 7-9 a.m. with refreshments for cycling commuters. Bike to Work day in Charleston being sponsored by WVCC, City of Charleston, Charleston Area Alliance, and the Charleston Police Dept. For those of you in Huntington and Morgantown, please email me your details and I'll circulate. > > 3. May 20th -- Ride of Silence; will send details when I know them. > > 4. October 23-24 -- Fayetteville and Beckley -- WVCC meeting and bike ride and walk -- might be our first fundraiser! Contact me to help plan. > > Have a great week, Kasey > >

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Bike to Work Day is May 15th!
by Emily Vasile 28 Apr '15

28 Apr '15

Hello Bike Board, Bike to Work Day is Friday, May 15th this year. So far, I have commitments from: - Black Bear (either location) for 25 free beer tickets - Real Juice for $25 gift card for raffle Last year we met at Hazel Ruby at 8:15am for coffee and treats from the Grind (contacted Rich already) and rode down the rail trail around 8:30am. Who can commit to participating this year? Any other ideas for making this bigger and better this year? Once I have commitments from a few of you and have heard back from Rich, I'll ask for your help to spread the word. Looking forward to it! Best, Emily

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Fwd: Bicycle Safety
by Gunnar Shogren 27 Apr '15

27 Apr '15

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Fred L. Jenkins Funeral Home <fredljenkins(a)hotmail.com> Date: Mon, Apr 27, 2015 at 3:06 PM Subject: Bicycle Safety To: "gshogren(a)gmail.com" <gshogren(a)gmail.com> Dear, Mr. Gunnar Shogren, My name is Brandon Whetsell, a funeral director at Fred L. Jenkins Funeral Home. We are having a safety day here in the funeral home parking lot on Saturday, May 23, 2015 from 11am until 2pm. We are planning to promote a safe and fun summer but are in need of a group to come in and help us with bicycle safety. I am hoping that you would be able to help us with this or have some contact information of someone that could. Thank you in advance and hope to hear from you soon. Brandon Whetsell

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Grant Planning Meeting Today!
by Derek Springston 15 Apr '15

15 Apr '15

Bike Board Members, We are having a *Grant Planning Meeting* today. *When: Wednesday, April 15th. * *Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm* *Where: Black Bear Burritos - Evansdale* At the last Bike Board meeting, members discussed need to develop subcommittee to develop systematic plan for pursuing, obtaining, and managing grants. 5(?) people volunteered to help on this Grant Planning Committee. At the *Grant Planning Meeting today, we plan to establish*: - *1-2 year grant plan* - *roles for members* - *platform to evaluate existing funding to match w/ priority Motown cycling projects* - *discuss existing TAP grant implementation* - *prepare update for next BB meeting* Jing, Frank, Traci, and I have planned to be at the meeting. This is a great core group, but we can always use extra help. Please consider attending. I've attached some pertinent documents for the meeting: - Find It Fund It Chart from Advocacy Advance - Morgantown Bike Plan (v15-1) - WVDOH TAP Priority Decisions Spreadsheet Together we can do this! 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**“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy*

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My Action Items from April BB Meeting
by Derek Springston 13 Apr '15

13 Apr '15

Hey folks, Who is the current secretary for the Bike Board? Below you'll find a report on the progress with my Action Items. *Determine what Bike Board support Ella Belling (MRTC) needs for the Sojourn* - contacted Ella and she no longer needs the support - Action complete/closed. *Schedule Grant Planning Meeting* - Sent Doodle request, received 5 responses (+mine) - Scheduled meeting for Wednesday, April 15th from 12:00-1:00PM at Black Bear Evansdale. - Action completed/closed 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**“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy*

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Morgantown Bicycling Education Sponsorship
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Apr '15

07 Apr '15

Dear Tim and Bill, On behalf of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board, I thank you and your staff for collaborating and cooperating to get the Bicycling Education inserts produced and inserted into MUB bills. As both bicycling and motoring continue to increase, the insert will provide guidance to both motorists and bicyclists on the rules of the road and hopefully make driving safer for everyone. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Grant Planning Meeting
by Derek Springston 06 Apr '15

06 Apr '15

Bike Board Members, We are having a *Grant Planning Meeting* next week. See details below. *When: Wednesday, April 15th. * *Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm* *Where: Black Bear Burritos - Evansdale* At the last Bike Board meeting, members discussed need to develop subcommittee to develop systematic plan for pursuing, obtaining, and managing grants. 5(?) people volunteered to help on this Grant Planning Committee. At the Grant Planning Meeting, we plant to establish: 1-2 year grant plan, roles for members, platform to evaluate existing funding to match w/ priority Morgantown cycling projects, discuss existing TAP grant implementation, prepare update for next BB mtg. Thank you Jing, Frank, Traci, and Emily for your input on selecting a time, and thanks to Christiaan for offering extra assistance! Together, we can do this! ~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**“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy*

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Bike Board - Grant Planning Meeting
by Derek S. (via Doodle) 03 Apr '15

03 Apr '15

Hi there, Derek S. (dspringston(a)gmail.com) invites you to participate in the Doodle poll "Bike Board - Grant Planning Meeting." Derek S. says: At last night's BB meeting (April 2), Bike Board members discussed need to develop subcommittee to develop systematic plan for pursuing, obtaining, and managing grants. Jing, Frank, Chip, Traci, and Derek volunteered to help on this Grant Planning Committee. Please list your availability for a Grant Planning Meeting to establish: 1-2 year grant plan, roles for members, platform to evaluate existing funding to match w/ priority Morgantown cycling projects, prepare update for next BB meeting. Participate now https://doodle.com/uf4yikrm28et7iz9?tmail=poll_invitecontact_participant_in… What is Doodle? Doodle is a web service that helps Derek S. to find a suitable date for meeting with a group of people. Learn more about how Doodle works. (https://doodle.com/main.html?tlink=checkOutLink&tmail=poll_invitecontact_pa…) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- You have received this e-mail because "Derek S." has invited you to participate in the Doodle poll "Bike Board - Grant Planning Meeting." ---- Doodle AG, Werdstrasse 21, 8021 Zürich

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Agenda Update for Tonight's Meeting
by Jing Zhang 02 Apr '15

02 Apr '15

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is an updated agenda for tonight's meeting. As suggested by Derek, one item on grant planning has been added to this agenda. Looking forward to meeting you tonight! Jing Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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2015 April Bicycle Board Meeting (April 2nd)
by Jing Zhang 30 Mar '15

30 Mar '15

Bicycle Board Members, The Bicycle Board Meeting will be on April 2. The time is from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The location is at the Public Safety Building Training Room. Attached is a tentative agenda for that meeting. Looking forward to seeing you there! Thanks, Jing Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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WVDOH Transportation Alternatives Grant Awarded!
by Derek Springston 28 Mar '15

28 Mar '15

Bike Board Members, Yesterday, Governor Tomblin, along with WVDOH and FHWA representatives, awarded the City of Morgantown the "Enhancing Bicycle Signage and Facilities" grant that was applied for during the FY2014 cycle. See article: Governor Tomblin Announces Transportation Alternatives, Recreational Trails Program Grants <http://www.governor.wv.gov/media/pressreleases/Pages/Governor-Tomblin-Annou…> It was funded in the amount of $96,000 with a $24,000 match from the city for a total of $120,000 to: -Purchase and install *77 Shared Lane Markings and 32 'Bikes May Use Full Lane' signs* at prioritized locations -Purchase and install *12 bicycle parking shelters at prioritized Mountain Line Transit Authority bus stops* *Project Short Description:* City-wide providing warning signs, road markings, & bicycle facilities at bus stops. The installation of shared lane markings to be installed on roads in conjunction with "Bicycles May Use Full Lane" signs to warn drivers and empower cyclists on their rights to ride on the roadways. Covered bicycle racks at bus stops will encourage bicycle riders to use other public transportation to get to places beyond using their bicycle. I'd like to thank Frank Gmiendl, Traci Knabenshue, David Bruffy, Chip Wamsley for their assistance, time, and input with helping me pull together the grant and the City's involvement to support and submit the application. We couldn't have done it without everyone on the team providing valuable assistance. Go team! ~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**“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy*

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Fwd: Charleston Bikes
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Mar '15

20 Mar '15

FYI Begin forwarded message: > From: "Dennis Strawn" <dennis.a.strawn(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Charleston Bikes > Date: March 19, 2015 9:57:58 PM EDT > To: "'Kasey Russell'" <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com>, "'Adam Angelona'" <adam(a)wvcompanybicycle.com>, "'Adam Flack'" <aflack(a)wvonthemove.net>, "'Amy Haden'" <amyhaden(a)gmail.com>, "'Andrea Salina'" <andreathompson31(a)gmail.com>, "'Anita Mayer'" <anita.mayer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Bill Austin'" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, "'Breanna Shell'" <shellb(a)cityofhuntington.com>, "'Brendan Bell'" <brendanbell.bell(a)gmail.com>, "'Bruce Curry'" <Bruce(a)currydesigngroup.com>, "'Charlene Cook'" <charlenecook1955(a)aol.com>, "'Charles Holley'" <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>, <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "'Connie Lupardus'" <clupardus(a)caez-wv.org>, "'Craig Slaughter'" <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, "'Dale Goff'" <Dale.goff3(a)gmail.com>, "'Don Spencer'" <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, "'Edgar Barrett'" <nedbarrett(a)bellsouth.net>, "'Ella Belling'" <ella(a)montrails.org>, "'Elliott Lewis'" <eelewis7(a)gmail.com>, "'Emily Vasile'" <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, "'Emmett Pepper'" <epepper(a)vt.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>, <harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net>, "'Isaac Forman'" <formanir(a)gmail.com>, "'j underhill'" <Jfunderhill(a)gmail.com>, "'Jeffrey Lusk'" <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>, "'Jenny Totten'" <jenny.dawn.totten(a)gmail.com>, "'John Francis'" <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, "'John Manchester'" <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, "'Kate Dobson Forman'" <katedforman(a)gmail.com>, "'Laura M. Dice'" <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>, "'Michael Loughney'" <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>, "'Michael Plante'" <mike(a)planteandassociates.com>, "'Mike Costello'" <costellowv(a)gmail.com>, "'Nate Orders'" <mail(a)ordersconstruction.com>, "'Park Ferguson'" <parkferg2007(a)yahoo.com>, "'Patricia Clay'" <trishc1(a)suddenlink.net>, "'Patrick Donovan'" <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, "'Rahul Gupta'" <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, "'Rich Harper'" <johnscyclery(a)frontier.com>, "'Richard Eichberger'" <reichberger(a)suddenlink.net>, "'Scott Ferry'" <scottferry(a)wvregion3.org>, "'Scott Sudduth'" <scottsud(a)gmail.com>, "'Spellman Kent'" <k.spellman(a)wvhub.org>, <sryder(a)tgkvf.org>, "'Stacy Bisker'" <selaineb(a)gmail.com>, "'Steve Fowler'" <smf(a)pffwv.com>, "'Susie K Salisbury'" <Susiesalis(a)aol.com>, "'Ted Armbrecht'" <eca3(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, "'Tom Heywood'" <theywood(a)bowlesrice.com>, "'Tom Wood'" <twood84(a)gmail.com>, <townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, "'weber'" <xvrweber(a)gmail.com>, <wrnott(a)suddenlink.net>, "'WV Explorer'" <editor(a)wvexplorer.com>, "'Bill Wells'" <bwells(a)unitedcoal.com> > > Wow!! The city just concluded 3 days of intense bicycling study on the kick off the Charleston Bicycle Master Plan. > > Alta Planning and Design came to town Tuesday, there had a big press conference with the Mayor and a bike/car challenge to the Governor’s office. Check out this article. http://www.wvgazette.com/article/20150317/GZ01/150319184 > > On Wednesday, meetings were conducted throughout the day with focus groups and the general public, the noon meeting was attended by 60. > > Attendees on Wednesday included Federal DOT, State DOT, RTI staff, RIC staff, city staff, city council, bike shop owners and around 150 citizens stopping in at various times to listen to Alta’s ideas. The best part was when Alta let everyone have a go and mark up 2 large maps of Charleston with their favorite route. The last group to show was the Mountain State Wheelers Bicycle club leading a ride that ended at the meetings. Bikes were everywhere and made for an impressive site. > > Today the city project team met with Alta to go over some preliminary findings before they left for home. > > This is just the start though. The city is still encouraging your input. If you have a great idea please visit the website to leave a comment, www.CharlestonBikeandTrail.com > > Visit the website often for updates on the next visit and next stage of this project. > > This is really impressive for the city to be doing and I cannot thank the leadership of City Council President Tom Lane and City Manager Dave Molgaard enough for starting this project. If you see them say thanks too. > > I want to thank personally all the WVCC board members (past and present) and supporters who were able to attend and show support for this project. > > Stay tuned. > Dennis >

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Re: [Bikeboard] March Bicycle Board Meeting, Monday (March 16), 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Training Room
by Chip Wamsley 13 Mar '15

13 Mar '15

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n I can be there. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Jing Zhang" tranplan(a)labyrinth.net Sent: 3/12/2015 7:55:28 AM To: "'Board - Morgantown Bike'" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] March Bicycle Board Meeting, Monday (March 16), 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Training Room Bicycle Board Members, Based on doodle schedule and venue availability, the March Bicycle Meeting will be on the coming Monday (March 16), 6:30 pm 8:30 pm. The location is at the Training Room in the Public Safety Building. The venue has been reserved for this meeting. Thanks, Jing

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bicycle Insert
by Chip Wamsley 12 Mar '15

12 Mar '15

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n I agree with Frank, I think getting it out to the students is key and if we wait there is no guarantee it will be the only insert. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Sent: 3/12/2015 11:46:30 AM To: "Jing Zhang" tranplan(a)labyrinth.net Cc: "'Bike'" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com, "'Bill'" wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bicycle Insert I'm OK with our insert being included with the others described and in the April-May mailing. The Housing Authority insert could even be complementary. My preference would have been that ours be the only insert but if we wait until June, others may want to add inserts then, too. I am compelled to point out that our original plan was to have the insert in March-April mailing. We originally decided to target the March-April billing cycle because that's before students depart. Then, the insert might have the most impact as we enter the good cycling weather and the most people are in town. The most people will see it and be likely to remember it for the longest time, especially when they are driving and see a cyclist. When can we get it printed? I would like to send a few copies to Debbie Pickford at Allstate ASAP and some to Kasey Russell at WVCC. Frank On Mar 12, 2015, at 8:57 AM, "Jing Zhang" tranplan(a)labyrinth.net wrote: I think it is fine to be included with other inserts. Jing From: Traci Knabenshue Traci.Knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bicycle Insert Date: March 12, 2015 8:49:22 AM EDT To: Bike bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com My vote would be to maybe wait until June so its on its own since it is not Bike Month-specific, but I defer to those who actually put in the work to make it happen! Traci From: Bill [mailto:wm_a_kawecki@comcast.net] Sent: Wednesday, March 11, 2015 9:43 PM To: Gmeindl, Frank; Zhang, Jing Cc: Springston, Derek; Wamsley, Chip; Bike Subject: Bicycle Insert I talked to Tim Ball about the bicycle mailing insert at the MUB meeting. He told me that MUB was doing a one 3rd page insert and there was a possibility of the Housing Authority also doing a one 3rdpage insert during the April, May mailings. He indicated that he didnt think it would be a problem to include the bicycle insert. There may even be some cost savings for the insertion. The decision is ours; is it detrimental to be included with other inserts? I expect not and the consensus seems to be the April May time is best. Let me know what you think. Bill Kawecki Morgantown City Council, Ward 2 citycouncilward2(a)cityofmorgantown.org 304-292-5154 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Bicycle Insert
by Bill 12 Mar '15

12 Mar '15

I talked to Tim Ball about the bicycle mailing insert at the MUB meeting. He told me that MUB was doing a one 3 rd page insert and there was a possibility of the Housing Authority also doing a one 3 rd page insert during the April, May mailings. He indicated that he didn’t think it would be a problem to include the bicycle insert. There may even be some cost savings for the insertion. The decision is ours; is it detrimental to be included with other inserts? I expect not and the consensus seems to be the April May time is best. Let me know what you think. Bill Kawecki Morgantown City Council, Ward 2 citycouncilward2(a)cityofmorgantown.org 304-292-5154

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March Bicycle Board Meeting, Monday (March 16), 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Training Room
by Jing Zhang 12 Mar '15

12 Mar '15

Bicycle Board Members, Based on doodle schedule and venue availability, the March Bicycle Meeting will be on the coming Monday (March 16), 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. The location is at the Training Room in the Public Safety Building. The venue has been reserved for this meeting. Thanks, Jing

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Fwd: Charleston Bicycle Master Plan underway
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Mar '15

11 Mar '15

Charleston contracts out its bicycle plan. Begin forwarded message: > From: Dennis Strawn <dennis.a.strawn(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Charleston Bicycle Master Plan underway > Date: March 11, 2015 1:39:26 PM EDT > To: "Abildso, Christiaan" <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com>, Adam Angelona <adam(a)wvcompanybicycle.com>, Adam Flack <aflack(a)wvonthemove.net>, Amy Haden <amyhaden(a)gmail.com>, "Mayer, Anita" <Anita.Mayer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Bill Wells <bwells(a)unitedcoal.com>, Breanna Shell <shellb(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Brendan Bell <brendanbell.bell(a)gmail.com>, Bruce Curry <Bruce(a)currydesigngroup.com>, Charlene Cook <charlenecook1955(a)aol.com>, Charles Holley <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>, "chip(a)wamsleycycles.com" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Connie Lupardus <clupardus(a)caez-wv.org>, Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Dale Goff <Dale.goff3(a)gmail.com>, Don Spencer <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, Edgar Barrett <nedbarrett(a)bellsouth.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Elliott Lewis <eelewis7(a)gmail.com>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.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>, "harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net" <harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net>, Isaac Forman <formanir(a)gmail.com>, j underhill <Jfunderhill(a)gmail.com>, Jeffrey Lusk <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>, Jenny Totten <jenny.dawn.totten(a)gmail.com>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, Kate Dobson Forman <katedforman(a)gmail.com>, "Laura M. Dice" <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>, Michael Loughney <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>, Michael Plante <mike(a)planteandassociates.com>, Mike Costello <costellowv(a)gmail.com>, Nate Orders <mail(a)ordersconstruction.com>, Nathan McCray <nathanmccray(a)hotmail.com>, Park Ferguson <parkferg2007(a)yahoo.com>, Patricia Clay <trishc1(a)suddenlink.net>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, Rich Harper <johnscyclery(a)frontier.com>, Richard Eichberger <reichberger(a)suddenlink.net>, Scott Ferry <scottferry(a)wvregion3.org>, Scott Sudduth <scottsud(a)gmail.com>, Spellman Kent <k.spellman(a)wvhub.org>, "sryder(a)tgkvf.org" <sryder(a)tgkvf.org>, Stacy Bisker <selaineb(a)gmail.com>, Steve Fowler <smf(a)pffwv.com>, Susie K Salisbury <Susiesalis(a)aol.com>, Ted Armbrecht <eca3(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, Tom Heywood <theywood(a)bowlesrice.com>, Tom Wood <twood84(a)gmail.com>, "townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com" <townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, "voicetalent(a)amiebreedlove.com" <voicetalent(a)amiebreedlove.com>, weber <xvrweber(a)gmail.com>, "wrnott(a)suddenlink.net" <wrnott(a)suddenlink.net>, WV Explorer <editor(a)wvexplorer.com> > > Hello all, > > The City of Charleston is creating a bicycle master plan for the city. > The principal firm hired to perform this study is Alta Design and > Planning of Greensboro which has teamed with the local firm of TRC > Engineering. The Alta team has a national reputation in its design > work for bike trails and the city is excited to have them come to > Charleston to help with our efforts. > > The goal is to establish world class trails and corridors for biking > in Charleston and to provide links to South Charleston, Coonskin, > Kanawha State Forest and beyond. In a larger sense this effort will > enhance outdoor recreational opportunities and make the Charleston > area a vibrant and exciting place. > > Alta Planning will be in Charleston next Tuesday thru Thursday, March > 17-19. During this time there will be a public meeting/open house on > Wednesday, March 18 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Location is Charleston > City Services Building, 915 Quarrier St East. > > You are encouraged to drop by and give your thoughts on improvements > Charleston can make towards better bicycling. > > If it is a nice day, ride your bike to the meeting. > > Thanks > Dennis

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Fwd: WVCC Update
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Mar '15

11 Mar '15

Note Kasey's statement in her update below: >> I know Morgantown has done a ride for years and is doing one this year. We will be doing one in Charleston as well. I am happy to help you organize one in your community. Please email or call me so we can start! >> Can we do it again this year? Last year, Emily organized the best Bike To Work day we've ever had! 12 participants including Mayor Selin Coffee, muffins, granola bars, table, server, Maggie from the Grind Free beer tickets from Black Bear Gift certificate raffle from Real Safe ride out the trail to Sixth St., up Beechurst & Mon Blvd. and across the Evansdale campus. Who's in this year? I'll help. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: WVCC Update > Date: March 9, 2015 1:21:27 PM EDT > To: Adam Angelona <adam(a)wvcompanybicycle.com>, Adam Flack <aflack(a)wvonthemove.net>, Amy Haden <amyhaden(a)gmail.com>, Anita Mayer <anita.mayer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Bill Wells <bwells(a)unitedcoal.com>, Breanna Shell <shellb(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Brendan Bell <brendanbell.bell(a)gmail.com>, Bruce Curry <Bruce(a)currydesigngroup.com>, Charlene Cook <charlenecook1955(a)aol.com>, Charles Holley <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>, "chip(a)wamsleycycles.com" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Connie Lupardus <clupardus(a)caez-wv.org>, Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Dale Goff <Dale.goff3(a)gmail.com>, Dennis A Strawn <dennis.a.strawn(a)gmail.com>, Don Spencer <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, Edgar Barrett <nedbarrett(a)bellsouth.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Elliott Lewis <eelewis7(a)gmail.com>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.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>, "harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net" <harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net>, Isaac Forman <formanir(a)gmail.com>, j underhill <Jfunderhill(a)gmail.com>, Jeffrey Lusk <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>, Jenny Totten <jenny.dawn.totten(a)gmail.com>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, Kate Dobson Forman <katedforman(a)gmail.com>, "Laura M. Dice" <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>, Michael Loughney <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>, Michael Plante <mike(a)planteandassociates.com>, Mike Costello <costellowv(a)gmail.com>, Nate Orders <mail(a)ordersconstruction.com>, Nathan McCray <nathanmccray(a)Hotmail.com>, Park Ferguson <parkferg2007(a)yahoo.com>, Patricia Clay <trishc1(a)suddenlink.net>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, Rich Harper <johnscyclery(a)frontier.com>, Richard Eichberger <reichberger(a)suddenlink.net>, Scott Ferry <scottferry(a)wvregion3.org>, Scott Sudduth <scottsud(a)gmail.com>, Spellman Kent <k.spellman(a)wvhub.org>, "sryder(a)tgkvf.org" <sryder(a)tgkvf.org>, Stacy Bisker <selaineb(a)gmail.com>, Steve Fowler <smf(a)pffwv.com>, Susie K Salisbury <Susiesalis(a)aol.com>, Ted Armbrecht <eca3(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, Tom Heywood <theywood(a)bowlesrice.com>, Tom Wood <twood84(a)gmail.com>, "townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com" <townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, voicetalent(a)amiebreedlove.com, weber <xvrweber(a)gmail.com>, "wrnott(a)suddenlink.net" <wrnott(a)suddenlink.net>, WV Explorer <editor(a)wvexplorer.com> > > WVCC Update, March 9, 2015 > > Hello WVCC Members: > > It’s a very good thing that we passed the Bike Safety Bill last session. The current WV House and Senate’s priorities do not include walkable and bikeable communities. Maybe they will look to creating healthier communities and citizens and economic development and tourism opportunities created by more people walking and biking next session. In the meantime, WVCC will focus on city councils and county commissions. > > During the next few months, we will create a “State of the State of Cycling and Walking in WV.” I’m asking ALL of you to send me something good regarding anything dealing with cycling or walking in your community. We would like to have a great story to tell when we kick off our Bike Safety Campaign sometime in May so please send me your good news by May 1st or sooner if you can. I will be sending out details about the Give Em 3 Safety Campaign as I receive them. I’m sure we will have a big media splash when the billboards start to appear around the Kanawha Valley. > Our next board meeting is Friday, April 10th from 4 to 5:30 in Charleston. This will be a working, business only board meeting. If you would like to join via conference call, please email me. All are welcome. > > We would like to see as many communities across WV participate in Bike to Work Day on May 15th. I know Morgantown has done a ride for years and is doing one this year. We will be doing one in Charleston as well. I am happy to help you organize one in your community. Please email or call me so we can start! > > Wish me and Brian Weber luck this week as we prepare to meet with the WV Congressional Delegation this Thursday. It’s the League of American Bicyclist’s Annual Lobby Day on Thursday and we will be meeting with staffers to discuss the importance of pedestrian/cycling infrastructure to our state. > > I look forward to hearing from you, > > Kasey > > > Kasey Russell, WVCC, Executive Director, 304.542.1994 >

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Reminder of rescheduling March Bicycle Board Meeting
by Jing Zhang 11 Mar '15

11 Mar '15

Bicycle Board Members, The Doodle schedule for march meeting is still open. For those who is interested in attending this meeting but did not sign-up, please click the link below to choose the time you prefer. The schedule pool will be closed later this afternoon. Thanks. http://doodle.com/c9myrh2t68b4twpa Thanks, Jing Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org <http://www.plantogether.org> 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Bike Month Proclamation
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Mar '15

10 Mar '15

In 2010, 2011 and 2012, the Mayor of Morgantown proclaimed May, Morgantown Bike Month. What do you think the 2015 proclamation should say? Attached is a straw man. Please reply to all with your comments or attach a marked up copy of the attached by March 20. Frank

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Budget
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Mar '15

10 Mar '15

The City's budget for 2015/2016 includes the following for bicycling: $22,500 for the Mon Blvd. Bicycle Climbing Lane $ 5,000 for Shared Lane Markings (Sharrows) and Bicycles May Use Full Lane (R4-11) signs $ 8,200 for training bicycling instructors and delivering bicycling classes (the Allstate grant) We can probably only do something significant with the $5,000 for Sharrows and BMUFL signs if we use it as the City cost share in a grant application. We will need to help the City to find appropriate grants for which to apply and to write the applications. Concerning the Allstate $8,200, we currently have one candidate committed to become an instructor. We need 2 more and then the instructors need to arrange and deliver the courses. WVU CPASS has been open to hosting the courses. Thoughts? Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Fwd: Morgantown Bicycling Education Sponsorship
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Mar '15

06 Mar '15

Jing & Bill, I just spoke with Debbie Pickford at Allstate. She authorized using $1,000 of the $8,200 that Allstate already gave the City and will contribute an additional $1,000 to fully fund production of the insert. She also provided Allstate's logo to be put in the sponsor space on the insert. Can we get it printed and inserted into the MUB bills as we originally planned April - May? Debbie would like a finished copy of the insert. When can we get it to her? Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Pickford, Debbie" <Debbie.PICKFORD(a)allstate.com> > Subject: RE: Morgantown Bicycling Education Sponsorship > Date: March 4, 2015 12:54:32 PM EST > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > > Hi Frank: > > Good to talk to you and confirming that Allstate will split the cost and contribute $1,000 to the printing. Please find attached is a copy of our logo for the card. I look forward to seeing the final card! > > > > Deborah Pickford| Allstate Insurance Company > Senior Corporate Relations Manager > 15000 Conference Center Drive 400| > Chantilly | VA|20151 > Office phone: 703.653.3550 > E-Mail: dpica(a)allstate.com > www.allstate.com > @allstatecapital > > > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] > Sent: Wednesday, March 04, 2015 12:43 PM > To: Pickford, Debbie > Subject: Morgantown Bicycling Education Sponsorship > > Hi Debbie, > > I was involved in the conversations between the City of Morgantown and Shelva Clemons that resulted in Allstate granting the City $8,200 for bicycling education. That work is proceeding with instructor candidates identified, certifications being arranged and class deliveries being planned. Thank you for making this possible! > > The purpose of this message is to invite Allstate to sponsor the production of a bicycling education card that will be inserted into water bills that will be sent to approximately 25,000 residents of the greater Morgantown area over a 2-week period this spring. > > The card will be 3 5/8 by 8 ½ inch in full color printed on two sides. The art for each side of the card is shown in the file attached to this message. You will notice a space labeled "Sponsored by" in the lower left corner of page 2. We envision the Allstate logo there. The estimated cost of production is $2,000. If you like, we could also include displaying the content in other media such as electronic billboards, TV ads, etc. at additional cost. > > Looking forward to hearing from you, > > > > > > Frank D. Gmeindl > LCI #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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Reschedule March Bicycle Board Meeting
by Jing Zhang 06 Mar '15

06 Mar '15

Bicycle Board Members, Due to the inclement weather, only Frank, Marilyn and Jing were able to attend the meeting last night. We thought it might be good to reschedule the March Meeting. A doodle link has been created and attached below. The location is to be decided, based on the time, attendees, and facility availability. http://doodle.com/c9myrh2t68b4twpa Thanks, Jing Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Bike Board Meeting, March 5th, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
by Jing Zhang 05 Mar '15

05 Mar '15

Bicycle Board Members, The Bicycle Board Meeting will be on March 5th (tomorrow). The time is from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The location is at the Public Safety Building Training Room. Attached is a tentative agenda for that meeting. Looking forward to seeing you there! Thanks, Jing

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Board Meeting, March 5th, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
by Chip Wamsley 04 Mar '15

04 Mar '15

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n see everyone then. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Jing Zhang" tranplan(a)labyrinth.net Sent: 3/4/2015 2:36:36 PM To: "'Bike'" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Bike Board Meeting, March 5th, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Bicycle Board Members, The Bicycle Board Meeting will be on March 5th (tomorrow). The time is from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The location is at the Public Safety Building Training Room. Attached is a tentative agenda for that meeting. Looking forward to seeing you there! Thanks, Jing

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Fwd: Public Meeting Rescheduled: Lake Lynn (Cheat Lake) Recreation Plan
by BikeMorgantown 02 Mar '15

02 Mar '15

Those of you who like riding rail trails and such should go to this meeting and submit written comments telling the Lake Lynn Generation LLC what you want. Pages 3-4 of the attached cover the bike trail. You could get what you ask for! 4ank Begin forwarded message: > From: Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> > Subject: Public Meeting Rescheduled: Lake Lynn (Cheat Lake) Recreation Plan > Date: March 2, 2015 7:55:17 PM EST > To: Rick Landenberger <rick(a)wvlandtrust.org> > Cc: executive.director(a)arthurdaleheritage.org, admin(a)accawv.org, Melissa Burch <mburch(a)boparc.org>, Chris Haddox <Chris.Haddox(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Marissa Travinski <mtravinski(a)boparc.org>, mail(a)chestnutridgepark.com, Adam Polinski <adamzapple88(a)gmail.com>, Duane Nichols <duane330(a)aol.com>, kelly r williams <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>, Evan Fedorko <Evan.Fedorko(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Evan Hansen <ehansen(a)downstreamstrategies.com>, dunkardcreekpa(a)gmail.com, Amanda Pitzer <amanda(a)cheat.org>, Barbara Watkins <barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com>, MCPARCFUN(a)aol.com, Sheryl Bergen Jarvis <SBJarvis(a)mail.wvu.edu>, info(a)mnofwv.org, moncountyswa(a)gmail.com, bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com, Christiaan Abildso <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, info(a)plantogether.org, David Daniels <cotinga747(a)yahoo.com>, Peggy_pings(a)nps.gov, info(a)prickettsfort.org, almostnixie(a)cs.com, Rlueckel(a)fs.fed.us, Erin(a)wvbg.org, Dave Saville <daves(a)labyrinth.net>, Brent Bailey <Brent(a)wvlandtrust.org>, wvangler1(a)yahoo.com, J Weems <jweems(a)wvu.edu>, djrobison(a)mail.wvu.edu, Steven Selin <sselin(a)wvu.edu>, Chad Pierskalla <cpierska(a)wvu.edu>, Dave Smaldone <David.Smaldone(a)mail.wvu.edu>, rwhite17(a)mix.wvu.edu, ebell2(a)mix.wvu.edu, jkotcon(a)mail.wvu.edu, Trevor Lloyd <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Bill Johnson <johnson-w-r(a)att.net>, Katherine Payne <paynekw(a)gmail.com>, Barbara Fleischauer <friendsofbarbara(a)gmail.com>, estaats(a)mix.wvu.edu, dee.fulton.wv(a)gmail.com, clharris <troutguy2(a)frontier.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, khurst(a)comcast.net, gwen.jones1(a)gmail.com, Joseph McGrath <joe(a)deckerscreek.org>, Bill <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>, Suzanne Moore <suzanne(a)deckerscreek.org>, brian.carlson85(a)gmail.com, dgwinn837(a)gmail.com, paynestake(a)gmail.com, James McGraw <jmcgraw(a)wvu.edu>, Pamela Cubberly <pamela(a)cubberly.net>, Jing Zhang <jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com>, daviddmlight(a)gmail.com, Jessica Spatafore <Jessica(a)wvlandtrust.org>, Colin Dierman <colin(a)wamsleycycles.com>, michelle sloane <sloane.sq(a)gmail.com>, Lauri Andress <LAANDRESS(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jennifer <jselin(a)hotmail.com>, Lisa Lagana <lisa.lagana2(a)gmail.com> > > >> Subject: Lake Lynn/Cheat Lake Recreation Plan Public Meeting >> >> The public meeting to receive comments on the 2015 Lake Lynn/Cheat Lake Recreation Plan has been rescheduled to Thursday, March 5, 2015 at 6:30 pm at the Lakeview Golf Resort, One Lakeview Drive, Morgantown, WV 26508. > >> Note: The originally scheduled meeting, on February 19th at the Cheat Lake Fire Hall was canceled due to weather and the want for a key. > > This meeting is being hosted by Lake Lynn Generation, LLC, the company that purchased the Lake Lynn Hydro project exactly one year ago. > > The draft "recreation plan update" for 2015 is attached as a "pdf" document, as prepared by Lake Lynn Generation, LLC. Background information is available on the FERC web site under FERC Project Number 2459. The 2015 update is License Article 417. > > The recreation plan for the hydro project and the surrounding lands and lake is up for review every three years, as mandated by and monitored by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). > > Comments will be received by Lake Lynn Generation. And, written comments will be received for 30 days, until 3/19/15 at the following address: > > ATTN: Kim Johnson, Lake Lynn Generation, LLC, P. O. Box 77, 130 Schenley Marina Drive, Schenley, PA, 15682 > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> > > Please also email questions and comments to: Duane Nichols, CLEAR, 330 Dream Catcher Circle, Morgantown, WV 26508, or via email: duane330(a)aol.com > > > > > Ella Belling > Executive Director > Mon River Trails Conservancy > P.O. Box 282 > Morgantown, WV 26507 > www.montrails.org > 304-692-6782 >

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Please unsubscribe me from this list
by Elizabeth Shogren 23 Feb '15

23 Feb '15

Thank you!

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West Virginia Rail-Trail Sojourn
by Jennifer 23 Feb '15

23 Feb '15

April 24-26, we should make them feel welcome!!!! http://wilderness-voyageurs.com/2015-west-virginia-rail-trail-sojourn.html Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569

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Re: [Bikeboard] WVU Cycling Race
by Jeff Mikorski 11 Feb '15

11 Feb '15

Two special event permits were requested for cycling events on July 25 and November 14. Sincerely, Jeff Mikorski ICMA-CM City Manager City of Morgantown, West Virginia 304-284-7405 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Melissa Burch" <mburch(a)boparc.org> To: "Jennifer" <jselin(a)hotmail.com> Cc: "Board - Morgantown Bike" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com>, "Mikorski' 'Jeff" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Sent: Tuesday, February 10, 2015 7:00:23 AM Subject: Re: WVU Cycling Race I think they may need to start out with the City's special events permit since they are talking about road closures, etc. Jeff could probably speak better to that but I know that we often refer people to that permit process when they are planning large events that would impact the City's functions, and/or impede traffic flow. On Mon, Feb 9, 2015 at 9:01 PM, Jennifer < jselin(a)hotmail.com > wrote: Jeff and Mel, Bike Board: How would they go about planning this? They are road racers. Which Permissions are necessary? I know they have organized bike races in the past in other communities. Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 Begin forwarded message: From: Nicholas Caddenhead < nicaddenhead(a)mix.wvu.edu > Date: January 28, 2015 at 8:45:52 PM EST To: citycouncilward4(a)cityofmorgantown.org Subject: WVU Cycling Race Hello Mayor Selin, I am the road cycling coordinator for the WVU Cycling team. A team mate of mine got your contact info in hopes that we would be able to put on a race in the city of Morgantown. We were hoping to be able to do the race on the 12th of April in the Wharf area. Obviously we are just in the early planning phases of this, and I was wondering how possible you think that this would be or if you had any insight as to how the city of Morgantown would like to go about planning this. Thank you for your time, Nicholas Caddenhead -- Melissa Burch BOPARC Executive Director P.O. Box 590 Morgantown, WV 26507 304-296-8356 ext. 17 www.boparc.org www.facebook.com/boparc www.twitter.com/boparc

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Fwd: WVU Cycling Race
by Jennifer 11 Feb '15

11 Feb '15

Jeff and Mel, Bike Board: How would they go about planning this? They are road racers. Which Permissions are necessary? I know they have organized bike races in the past in other communities. Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 Begin forwarded message: From: Nicholas Caddenhead <nicaddenhead(a)mix.wvu.edu> Date: January 28, 2015 at 8:45:52 PM EST To: citycouncilward4(a)cityofmorgantown.org Subject: WVU Cycling Race Hello Mayor Selin, I am the road cycling coordinator for the WVU Cycling team. A team mate of mine got your contact info in hopes that we would be able to put on a race in the city of Morgantown. We were hoping to be able to do the race on the 12th of April in the Wharf area. Obviously we are just in the early planning phases of this, and I was wondering how possible you think that this would be or if you had any insight as to how the city of Morgantown would like to go about planning this. Thank you for your time, Nicholas Caddenhead

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Bicycle Board Meeting, Today, from 7:30 PM
by Jing Zhang 05 Feb '15

05 Feb '15

Bicycle Board members, The BB February Meeting is today, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM. The focus of this meeting will be on deciding how the board will proceed in 2015 and further. Looking forward to meeting you there! Thanks, Jing Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Proposed Improvements on Greenbag Rd
by Jing Zhang 05 Feb '15

05 Feb '15

Hi, All Thanks to those who attended the Public Open House last night for the Greenbag Rd Planning Study. Because of your contribution, the event was successful. Your participation helped us to best serve the interest of the community. For those who were not able to make the event, there is still an opportunity to share your opinions: Please see the attached files. They are: 1) a diagram showing identified problems and evaluation criteria and maps showing proposed improvements on Greenbag Rd, 2) an electronic comment sheet. You are welcomed to review the proposed projects, write your comments on the electronic comment sheet, and send the comment sheet back to me via email. Thanks again! Jing Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Today! Greenbag Rd Corridor Planning Open House
by BikeMorgantown 04 Feb '15

04 Feb '15

Please attend the Green Bag Rd. corridor planning open house to ensure that the "improved" Green Bag Rd. will be better for bicyclists. TODAY, February 4th, Wednesday, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Marilla Park Recreation Center. Currently, truckers and other motorists have the loudest voice and will get their way if there's no input from cyclists. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Jing Zhang <jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Greenbag Rd Corridor Planning Open House > Date: January 26, 2015 9:13:53 AM EST > To: > The Morgantown Monongalia MPO is to hold a public open house for Greenbag Rd Corridor Planning Study. > The location is at the Marilla Park Creation Center; the time is on February 4th, Wednesday, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. > > This event invites the public to > Review identified issues and concerns > Comment on proposed improvements > Prioritize recommended projects > You are welcomed to come! > > Thanks, > > Jing > > > > > > > > Jing Zhang, AICP > > email: jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com > phone: (864) 207-0749 > > " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Amendments to Article 373 Bicycles
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Feb '15

04 Feb '15

Hi Jenny, I read the amendments on pages 56-58 at http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/2-3-15-Reg.-Mtg..pdf and they are congruent with the Bicycle Board's recommendations. Thank you for the prompt and effective action! Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Bicycle Board Meeting, February 5, Start from 7:30 PM
by Jing Zhang 28 Jan '15

28 Jan '15

Bicycle Board Members, The Bicycle Board Meeting will be held on February 5, Thursday at the training room in the Public Safety Building. Please be aware that the time is from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM. As decided in the January meeting, the focus will be on developing ideas for advancing the board. Attached is a tentative agenda for that meeting. Thanks, Jing Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Greenbag Rd Corridor Study--Open House, February 4th, Wednesday
by Jing Zhang 27 Jan '15

27 Jan '15

Bicycle Board Members, The Morgantown Monongalia MPO is to hold a public open house for Greenbag Rd Corridor Planning Study. The location is at the Marilla Park Creation Center; the time is on February 4th, Wednesday, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This event invites the public to * Review identified issues and concerns * Comment on proposed improvements * Prioritize recommended projects You are welcomed to come! Thanks, Jing Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org <http://www.plantogether.org> 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Fwd: Greenbag Rd Corridor Planning Open House
by BikeMorgantown 26 Jan '15

26 Jan '15

Please attend the Green Bag Rd. corridor planning open house to ensure that the "improved" Green Bag Rd. will be better for bicyclists. February 4th, Wednesday, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Marilla Park Recreation Center. Currently, truckers and other motorists have the loudest voice and will get their way if there's no input from cyclists. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Jing Zhang <jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Greenbag Rd Corridor Planning Open House > Date: January 26, 2015 9:13:53 AM EST > To: > The Morgantown Monongalia MPO is to hold a public open house for Greenbag Rd Corridor Planning Study. > The location is at the Marilla Park Creation Center; the time is on February 4th, Wednesday, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. > > This event invites the public to > Review identified issues and concerns > Comment on proposed improvements > Prioritize recommended projects > You are welcomed to come! > > Thanks, > > Jing > > > > > > > > Jing Zhang, AICP > > email: jingzhangaicp(a)gmail.com > phone: (864) 207-0749 > > " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Grant Planning Meeting Scheduled...
by Derek Springston 20 Jan '15

20 Jan '15

Frank, Jing, and BB Members... I just closed the Doodle poll and decided to schedule the *Grant Planning Meeting* for next *Wednesday, January 21st from 12:00-1:00pm at Black Bear Evansdale. * At the last BB meeting last Thursday, January 8th, Bike Board members discussed need to develop subcommittee to develop systematic plan for pursuing, obtaining, and managing grants. *Grant Planning Meeting Outcomes:* establish 1-2 year grant plan, establish roles for committee members, establish platform to evaluate existing funding to match with priority Morgantown cycling projects, prepare status update for next BB meeting. If anyone else would like to attend, please let me know. 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**“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy*

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MUB Mail Insert Review
by Jing Zhang 18 Jan '15

18 Jan '15

Bicycle Board Members, Attached are draft MUB Mail Insert for your review. Both design and content are adjusted based on comments from the last Bicycle Board Meeting. Thanks, Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Fwd: RTC Sojourn- Morgantown- April 24-26
by Bill 14 Jan '15

14 Jan '15

FYI, Ella is working on a rails to trails cycling event (still in the planning stage). I don't know if the board would have any interest or want some involvement. Just checking in again around the rails-to-trails conservancy’s sojourn event and want to include in packets for cyclists: other things to do in Morgantown in the evenings- music, theater, MET event, etc. starting Thursday April 23- Sunday April 26. The cyclists will be on their own for dinners and entertainment after the day rides. Again, we are hoping for about 100 cyclists. Please let me know if you have some great activities on those days. Also- wanted to approach trail restaurants about offering a “voucher” -free appetizer, beer, etc. to drive some business to Table 9, Oliverios, Lebanese Bistro, WV State Brewing Company in Wharf. And maybe add on Sargasso, Morgantown Brewing Company, Terra Cafe, Antonio’s Italian Chophouse for trail side eating. Or open it up to all of downtown restaurants as well? I would like to prep restaurants some that cyclists are coming to town and are likely going to be return visitors and ambassadors. I am willing to reach out on this unless you prefer it coming from someone else. What do you think? Feel free to call me, Ella Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 www.montrails.org 304-692-6782 -- Melissa Burch BOPARC Executive Director P.O. Box 590 Morgantown, WV 26507 304-296-8356 ext. 17 www.boparc.org www.facebook.com/boparc www.twitter.com/boparc

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Fwd: WV Connecting Communities 2015
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Jan '15

13 Jan '15

Below is WVCC annual report. Highlights > We have received funding from the Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation and the Orders Family Foundation (total grants received $22,000). The money will be used for a public awareness campaign for both drivers and cyclists on how to safely interact. WVCC will use social media to repeat the rules of the road when it comes to safe interaction as well as place several billboards, hold public meetings, and develop pamphlets. The billboards and meetings will be in the Kanawha Valley as stipulated by the grant money; however the pamphlets, social media, and public meetings can happen throughout the state. > Project Concept: Pick the five most pedestrian friendly (there are already a number of walkers, runner, cyclists) communities; Identify a walkable/bikeable pathway/route in each (or one that needs a little help getting completed); Create uniform signage for each trail; public relations campaign – use our website and FB page to identify and promote the five pathways; Determine why each walk/bike route was possible; Document the obstacles if we are not successful; Is it possible to link any of the above communities via a walking/biking pathway/route (to accomplish WVCC goal of being a multi-day cycling and hiking destination)? > > Goals: Get Governor Tomblin to fill the complete streets advisory board. Identify the policies that enabled or prohibited the routes from being designated official bike/ped routes. Are there polices that need to be adopted to enable communities to have an official bike/walkway? We also need to identify the partners (there are many local and national groups working on increasing physical activity). > WVCC might help us get money for bike route signage. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: WV Connecting Communities 2015 > Date: January 13, 2015 8:48:20 AM EST > To: Adam Angelona <adam(a)wvcompanybicycle.com>, Adam Flack <aflack(a)wvonthemove.net>, Amy Haden <amyhaden(a)gmail.com>, Anita Mayer <anita.mayer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Bill Wells <bwells(a)unitedcoal.com>, Breanna Shell <shellb(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Brendan Bell <brendanbell.bell(a)gmail.com>, Bruce Curry <Bruce(a)currydesigngroup.com>, Charlene Cook <charlenecook1955(a)aol.com>, Charles Holley <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>, "chip(a)wamsleycycles.com" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Connie Lupardus <clupardus(a)caez-wv.org>, Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Dale Goff <Dale.goff3(a)gmail.com>, Dennis A Strawn <dennis.a.strawn(a)gmail.com>, Don Spencer <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, Edgar Barrett <nedbarrett(a)bellsouth.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Elliott Lewis <eelewis7(a)gmail.com>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.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>, "harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net" <harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net>, Isaac Forman <formanir(a)gmail.com>, j underhill <Jfunderhill(a)gmail.com>, Jeffrey Lusk <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>, Jenny Totten <jenny.dawn.totten(a)gmail.com>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, Kate Dobson Forman <katedforman(a)gmail.com>, "Laura M. Dice" <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>, Michael Loughney <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>, Michael Plante <mike(a)planteandassociates.com>, Mike Costello <costellowv(a)gmail.com>, Nate Orders <mail(a)ordersconstruction.com>, Park Ferguson <parkferg2007(a)yahoo.com>, Patricia Clay <trishc1(a)suddenlink.net>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, Rich Harper <johnscyclery(a)frontier.com>, Richard Eichberger <reichberger(a)suddenlink.net>, Scott Ferry <scottferry(a)wvregion3.org>, Scott Sudduth <scottsud(a)gmail.com>, Spellman Kent <k.spellman(a)wvhub.org>, "sryder(a)tgkvf.org" <sryder(a)tgkvf.org>, Stacy Bisker <selaineb(a)gmail.com>, Steve Fowler <smf(a)pffwv.com>, Susie K Salisbury <Susiesalis(a)aol.com>, Ted Armbrecht <eca3(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, Tom Heywood <theywood(a)bowlesrice.com>, Tom Wood <twood84(a)gmail.com>, "townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com" <townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, weber <xvrweber(a)gmail.com>, "wrnott(a)suddenlink.net" <wrnott(a)suddenlink.net>, WV Explorer <editor(a)wvexplorer.com> > > Happy New Year Everyone -- please read the attached update and summary. > Kasey > > Kasey Russell > Executive Director, WVCC > 304.542.1994

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Summary of the January Bicycle Board Meeting
by Jing Zhang 09 Jan '15

09 Jan '15

Bicycle Board Members, Following is a summary of Bicycle Board Meeting on January 8, 2015. The next bicycle meeting will be on February 5 (Thursday). @Emily: we can be flexible about the time of the meeting on Thursday. It can start at any time later than 6:00 PM if only it can fit into your schedule. For instance, 7:30 PM? Attendee: Frank Gmeindl, Marilyn Newcome, Chip Wamsley, Derek Springston, Damien Davis, Jing Zhang, Matt McCabe, Bill Kawecki, Jenny Selin 1. MUB Mail Cycling Insert * Revise contents and design of the insert. The revised insert will be sent to the board for review next week. * Sponsor-search team: Chip (leader), Derek, Marilyn, Jing. Selin and Bill are willing to assist when needed. * Identified potential sponsors: Mon Hospital, WVU Hospital, local banks, insurance companies (All-State, State Farm, Progressive.). It is helpful to find out companies that have done similar sponsorship in the past. * Inserts can be distributed by zip codes, if needed. * Tentatively, the time line is o January: locate sponsors o February: Coordinate and go through the process of producing the insert o March: Product transmitted to MUB for delivery o April-May: Delivery * Explore alternative distribution channels in the future, including electric format delivery, sponsor initiated distribution, Facebook, City's website, in-person hardcopy handover, newspaper/magazine, events. 2. Application for Funding in 2015 * Team: Derek (leader), Chip, Jing, and two other former participants. * Review the funding matrix to identify opportunities 3. Cycling Instructor Training * The dates for the upcoming League Cycling Instructor seminar in Pittsburgh are April 10-12, 2015. * Emily and Jing will attend the seminar to become instructors. They will teach cycling courses in the fall. The training will funded by All-State Funds. * The Board is looking for one additional qualified candidate to join the coming seminar in Pittsburgh. 4. Update on MPO Projects and Activities * MPO has contracted consulting firms to conduct two studies. They are University Ave Complete Street Corridor Study and I-70 Access Study. It is encouraged that the board member to participate the public outreach process of these two studies. * Don Knotts Blvd Complete Street Conceptual Layout has been reviewed by the board. 5. Developing Ideas on Advancing Bicycle Board in 2015 * This topic will be discussed in the February meeting (February 5th ). * The Board needs a renewal through re-defining its goals and objectives and re-constructing its scheme accordingly. 6. Other Business * Damien is preparing a $20,000 to $30,000 budget proposal for ped/bike improvements. (from All-State Grants) Thanks, it was my pleasure to facilitate the meeting. Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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My Bike Board Action Items from Last Night...
by Derek Springston 09 Jan '15

09 Jan '15

Bike Board Members, My action items from last night's meeting: *1. Action: Schedule Grant Planning Meeting* to develop systematic plan for pursuing, obtaining, and managing grants. Doodle poll created. Will schedule meeting when participants reply with availablity. * Meeting Outcomes:* establish 1-2 year grant plan, establish roles for committee members, establish platform to evaluate existing funding to match with priority Morgantown cycling projects, prepare status update for next BB meeting. *2. Action: Locate "Find It Fund It" cycling funding table* to assist Grant Planning Committee with grant planning. *Done:* I've attached it or you can find it online located here: http://www.advocacyadvance.org/site_images/content/Find_It_Fund_It_chart.pdf *3. Action: Assist Jing (and others?) with Obtaining Sponsors for MUB Flyer* Need further discussion with Jing *Outcome: *identify and land sponsors. *4. Action: Attend MPO Open House Regarding Upcoming Greenbag Rd, University Ave, and other Projects* *Outcome: *submit comments/provide cycling recommendations/input to MPO for their planning. 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**“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy*

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Bike Board - Grant Planning Meeting
by Derek Springston (via Doodle) 09 Jan '15

09 Jan '15

Hi there, Derek Springston (dspringston(a)gmail.com) invites you to participate in the Doodle poll "Bike Board - Grant Planning Meeting". Derek Springston says: As discussed at 1-8-2015 Bicycle Board meeting, a sub-committee was formed to develop a systematic plan for pursuing, obtaining, and managing grants for infrastructure, education, and other valuable cycling projects in Morgantown. Meeting Outcome: 1. Establish initial plan for landing grants over next 1-2 years 2. Establish roles for members of Grant Planning Committee 3. Establish platform for how we will match possible funding with existing identified and prioritized Morgantown cycling projects. 4. Prepare status update for next Bike Board meeting (could occur after Grant Planning meeting) For the Transportation Alternatives grant, Jing, Chip, and I believe Traci and Emily were planning on assisting with the grant-writing, and in the failure to submit a Letter of Intent, I'd like to request the same group of people and any other volunteers to help with future Grant Planning and attend this meeting. I've suggested lunch times at Black Bear Evansdale since that seemed to work with this immediate group last year. Thanks! Participate now https://doodle.com/b6xtv2dscvtsc4yz?tmail=poll_invitecontact_participant_in… What is Doodle? Doodle is a web service that helps Derek Springston to find a suitable date for meeting with a group of people. Learn more about how Doodle works. (https://doodle.com/main.html?tlink=checkOutLink&tmail=poll_invitecontact_pa…) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- You have received this e-mail because "Derek Springston" has invited you to participate in the Doodle poll "Bike Board - Grant Planning Meeting." ---- Doodle AG, Werdstrasse 21, 8021 Zürich

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Bicycle Board Meeting: Thursday, January 8, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
by Jing Zhang 08 Jan '15

08 Jan '15

Bicycle Board Members, Based on the Doodle, the January meeting is scheduled on January 8 (Thursday), from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. The location is at the training room of the Public Safety Building. Attached is a draft MUB mail inset for your further preview. Thanks! Jing From: Emily Vasile [mailto:emilyvasile@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, December 30, 2014 11:33 AM To: Jing Zhang Cc: Bike Board - Morgantown Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bicycle Board Meeting on January 8th Thanks for getting the ball rolling, Jing. The agenda looks good. I can't make meetings on Tuesdays or Thursdays and would like to be involved. Is there a chance we can move the time of our meetings to a Monday or Wednesday? Also, why not consolidate them into hour-long meetings rather than two for the core group? Folks who need more time could gather before or after to work on special projects that do not involve the whole group. We could always try for a meeting or two and reassess. Let's get thoughts from a few others and send out a doodle to find an agreeable time. Happy holidays, all! Emily On Mon, Dec 29, 2014 at 7:54 PM, Jing Zhang <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net <mailto:tranplan@labyrinth.net> > wrote: Bicycle Board Members, Let's schedule a meeting in the January of 2015! Thinking about January 8th (Thursday), 6:30PM-8:30PM at the Training Room in the Public Safety Building. Initial agenda topics and desired outcomes: 1. Agenda Desired outcomes: finalized agenda items to be discuss at this meeting 2. MUB mail cycling insert Desired outcomes: insert design/content reviewed, improvements listed, and the next step(s) identified 3. Application for Funding in 2015 Desired outcomes: team built up and actions identified 4. Cycling instructor training Desired outcomes: the board get informed about the cycling instructor training 5. Update on MPO projects and activities Desired outcomes: the board get informed about the ongoing projects by the MPO 6. Developing ideas on advancing bicycle board in 2015 Desired outcomes: decide on how the board will proceed in 2015 Please do not hesitate to add any item that you think is appropriate. Thanks, Happy New Year! Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org <http://www.plantogether.org> 864.207.0749 <tel:864.207.0749> (cell) 304.381.4363 <tel:304.381.4363> " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com <mailto:Bikeboard@bikemorgantown.com> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bicycle Board Meeting on January
by Jing Zhang 05 Jan '15

05 Jan '15

Good idea. Emily. Following is a doodle link for scheduling the meeting. The time frame is from 8th to 14th (6:30 pm-7:30 pm or 7:00 pm-8:00 pm) <http://doodle.com/4uedsubd9m6b7sh5> http://doodle.com/4uedsubd9m6b7sh5 @ Marilyn: Thanks! Happy New Year! Jing From: Emily Vasile [mailto:emilyvasile@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, December 30, 2014 11:33 AM To: Jing Zhang Cc: Bike Board - Morgantown Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bicycle Board Meeting on January 8th Thanks for getting the ball rolling, Jing. The agenda looks good. I can't make meetings on Tuesdays or Thursdays and would like to be involved. Is there a chance we can move the time of our meetings to a Monday or Wednesday? Also, why not consolidate them into hour-long meetings rather than two for the core group? Folks who need more time could gather before or after to work on special projects that do not involve the whole group. We could always try for a meeting or two and reassess. Let's get thoughts from a few others and send out a doodle to find an agreeable time. Happy holidays, all! Emily On Mon, Dec 29, 2014 at 7:54 PM, Jing Zhang <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net <mailto:tranplan@labyrinth.net> > wrote: Bicycle Board Members, Let's schedule a meeting in the January of 2015! Thinking about January 8th (Thursday), 6:30PM-8:30PM at the Training Room in the Public Safety Building. Initial agenda topics and desired outcomes: 1. Agenda Desired outcomes: finalized agenda items to be discuss at this meeting 2. MUB mail cycling insert Desired outcomes: insert design/content reviewed, improvements listed, and the next step(s) identified 3. Application for Funding in 2015 Desired outcomes: team built up and actions identified 4. Cycling instructor training Desired outcomes: the board get informed about the cycling instructor training 5. Update on MPO projects and activities Desired outcomes: the board get informed about the ongoing projects by the MPO 6. Developing ideas on advancing bicycle board in 2015 Desired outcomes: decide on how the board will proceed in 2015 Please do not hesitate to add any item that you think is appropriate. Thanks, Happy New Year! Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org <http://www.plantogether.org> 864.207.0749 <tel:864.207.0749> (cell) 304.381.4363 <tel:304.381.4363> " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com <mailto:Bikeboard@bikemorgantown.com> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Bicycle Board Meeting on January 8th
by Jing Zhang 30 Dec '14

30 Dec '14

Bicycle Board Members, Let's schedule a meeting in the January of 2015! Thinking about January 8th (Thursday), 6:30PM-8:30PM at the Training Room in the Public Safety Building. Initial agenda topics and desired outcomes: 1. Agenda Desired outcomes: finalized agenda items to be discuss at this meeting 2. MUB mail cycling insert Desired outcomes: insert design/content reviewed, improvements listed, and the next step(s) identified 3. Application for Funding in 2015 Desired outcomes: team built up and actions identified 4. Cycling instructor training Desired outcomes: the board get informed about the cycling instructor training 5. Update on MPO projects and activities Desired outcomes: the board get informed about the ongoing projects by the MPO 6. Developing ideas on advancing bicycle board in 2015 Desired outcomes: decide on how the board will proceed in 2015 Please do not hesitate to add any item that you think is appropriate. Thanks, Happy New Year! Jing Zhang, AICP Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization 82 Hart Field Rd Suite 105, Morgantown, WV 26505 www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 " Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." -- Mother Teresa

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Re: [Bikeboard] bicycle MUB mail insert for review
by Chip Wamsley 11 Dec '14

11 Dec '14

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Great job to all involved, It looks comprehensive. As for sponsors, I would consider the Hospitals or Banks. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Jing Zhang" tranplan(a)labyrinth.net Sent: 12/8/2014 3:32:02 PM To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] bicycle MUB mail insert for review Bicycle Board Members, The draft of bicycle MUB mail insert has been attached for your review. It was developed from a sample that Frank showed us two months ago. Frank and I have worked on it. There is a summary of the status of this project: Councilman Kawecki helped us to reach out to Tim Ball, the general manager of MUB. Tim agreed. Councilman Kawecki also helped us to contact the Morgantown Printing Binding to get a quote for this project. -- The estimated cost is approximately $2,000, including $1, 420 of printing cost and $500 of insert cost. Currently, we intent to distribute 25,000 copies through the MUB mail. Next steps are: -- confirm the design and content (we can discuss it in the January meeting) -- look for sponsors (we can discuss it in the January meeting too) -- print it out -- hand the copies to MUB for insert. If I can make any improvements, please let me know. Thanks, Jing Jing Zhang Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 tranplan(a)labyrinth.net www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan

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Fwd: Model for the formation of a Bicycle Advisory Board
by Jennifer 10 Dec '14

10 Dec '14

Attachments Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 Begin forwarded message: From: "Tracy Higgins" <tracy.higgins(a)movrc.org> To: "'Ella Belling'" <ella(a)montrails.org> Cc: a.yager(a)wvhub.org, abellotte(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com, "'Amy Camp'" <acamp(a)pecpa.org>, Alan.Craig(a)dot.state.oh.us, "'Anna Withrow'" <Anna.Withrow(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Morgantown Monongalia MPO'" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, baustin(a)moncpc.org, "'Fazzini, Bernie'" <bfazzini(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, "'Robinson, Bill C'" <Bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov>, billbikes(a)hotmail.com, "'Sams, Callie C'" <Callie.C.Sams(a)wv.gov>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "'Chamber'" <chamber(a)wetzelcountychamber.com>, "'Derek Springston'" <charles.springston(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Cindy.K.Butler(a)wv.gov, "'Cami Rogers'" <crogers(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, "'Shaffer, Charlotte'" <cshaffer(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, "'Cathy Mccollom'" <csm(a)mccollomds.com>, "'Chris Villamagna'" <cvillamagna(a)wheelingheritage.org>, "'Craig White'" <cwhite(a)grandvuepark.com>, cwilberger(a)fs.fed.us, "'Mike Book, Exec Dir'" <dcomer(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, Debbie.Fought(a)dot.state.oh.us, director(a)ohioriverscenicbyway.net, dnrallen(a)zoominternet.net, dj.allen(a)lkrcd.com, "''Donna Holdorf''" <donnah(a)nationalroadpa.org>, "'Douglas Arbogast'" <Douglas.Arbogast(a)mail.wvu.edu>, dvoelker(a)harrisonchamber.org, "'Ella Belling'" <ella(a)montrails.org>, eric(a)railstotrails.org, "'Frank O'Brien'" <fobrien(a)wheelingcvb.com>, "'Martha & Francis Daniels'" <fpdaniels(a)hughes.net>, "'Gary Chancey'" <gchancey(a)fs.fed.us>, "'Gillum House'" <gillum(a)gillumhouse.com>, "'Deana Dean'" <i79dc.org(a)gmail.com>, info(a)spturnpike.org, info(a)visitsteubenville.com, "'Jim Christie'" <jchristie(a)thrashereng.com>, "'John Cooper'" <jcooper(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com>, jeri(a)mariettaohio.org, "'Sell, Jessica (Manchin)'" <jessica_sell(a)manchin.senate.gov>, jhall(a)regionvi.com, "'Jim Brown'" <jim(a)railstotrails.org>, "'Baisden, John (Rockefeller)'" <John_Baisden(a)rockefeller.senate.gov>, "'Jenny Selin'" <jselin(a)hotmail.com>, "'Judith Bratten'" <judy(a)oldfortsteuben.com>, JWhitmore(a)parkersburg-wv.com, "'Kent Spellman'" <k.spellman(a)wvhub.org>, kate(a)mainstreetfairmont.org, Keith_McIntosh(a)manchin.senate.gov, "'Kelly Pack'" <kellyp(a)railstotrails.org>, kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com, "'Kim Bauer'" <kimbauerpscvb(a)yahoo.com>, "'Kimberly Jo Coram'" <kimberlyjocoram(a)gmail.com>, "'Mark Abbott'" <kmabbott(a)suddenlink.net>, info(a)northbendrailtrail.org, "'John Knouse'" <knousejohn(a)gmail.com>, "'Adams Ken'" <ksadams(a)zoominternet.net>, kwyrosdick(a)fairmontwv.gov, l.brennan(a)wvhub.org, lcross(a)harrisoncountywv.com, "'Linda Lytle'" <linda(a)visitmadison.org>, llkbike(a)yahoo.com, lostinbolivia(a)gmail.com, malina(a)mainstreetfairmont.org, "'Victoria Evans'" <mamasita1955(a)yahoo.com>, "'Boggs, Mara (Manchin)'" <Mara_boggs(a)manchin.senate.gov>, Mary_Jo_Guidi(a)manchin.senate.gov, "'Mary Small'" <mary_small6(a)yahoo.com>, "'Mike Book, Exec Dir'" <mbook(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, "'Melissa Burch'" <mburch(a)boparc.org>, mgr(a)shinnstonwv.com, mhowe(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com, mikepap(a)bhjmpc.org, mlewis(a)parkersburgcvb.org, mromano(a)harrisoncountywv.com, neosha.price(a)dot.gov, "'Norm Schwertfeger'" <Norm.Schwertfeger(a)mail.wvu.edu>, palost(a)athensohio.com, "'Patrick Kirby'" <Patrick.Kirby(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'PATRICKKELLEY(a)completetitlesolutions.com'" <PatrickKelley(a)completetitlesolutions.com>, Patty_Hawkins(a)rockefeller.senate.gov, Paul.m.elliott(a)wv.gov, northbendrailtrail(a)wv.gov, "'Margaret Pings'" <Peggy_Pings(a)nps.gov>, "'Keller, Perry J'" <perry.j.keller(a)wv.gov>, "'George R Higinbotham'" <petehigi(a)gmail.com>, planning(a)fairmontwv.gov, randy.durst(a)movrc.org, rmyeager(a)parkersburg-wv.com, Robert.L.Beanblossom(a)wv.gov, Roxanne.Kane(a)dot.state.oh.us, "'Ron Watson'" <rwatson(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, "'Ryan Burns'" <Ryan.C.Burns(a)wv.gov>, scmayor(a)comcast.net, "'Gawell, Shyna'" <shyna.gawell(a)dot.state.oh.us>, "'Stephanie Pethtel'" <spethtel(a)wvhtf.org>, "'Steve Selin'" <sselin(a)wvu.edu>, suze1951(a)gmail.com, "'David Franklin'" <TDavidFranklin(a)gmail.com>, tmski44(a)aol.com, tracy.higgins(a)movrc.org, "'Bill'" <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>, Robert.Young(a)dot.state.oh.us, "'Mike Murphy'" <mikemurphy1939(a)suddenlink.net>, "'John Eleyette'" <JMELEYETTE(a)rocketmail.com>, JLaChapelle(a)frontier.com Subject: Model for the formation of a Bicycle Advisory Board All, Please find the attached documents containing examples of how the Mayor's Alternative Transportation Advisory Council (MATAC) was established in Marietta, Ohio. There are two example agendas. One depicts the initial meeting agenda to explain the Council to the Mayor and get his feedback. The other is a regular meeting agenda. I have also attached the by-laws adopted into local City code. It includes MATAC's mission statement. The group organization follows the Blueprint for Bicycle Friendly America by the League of American Bicyclists. In the attachments there is a .ppt file depicting an example organization chart. There is also a .pdf file from the League's website with the blueprint magazine. Please let me know if you have any additional questions. I hope this information will be helpful. Kind regards, Tracy Higgins WWW IPC Parkersburg, WV

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Fwd: PennDOT Hiring a new Ped/Bike Coordinatoer (Harrisburg location)
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Dec '14

09 Dec '14

PennDOT is currently advertising the position of pedestrian/bicycle coordinator in the Harrisburg (Central) office. This is a full-time position dedicated to ped/bike issues and projects. The application window opened yesterday, will close on January 6th. http://agency.governmentjobs.com/pabureau/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1017008

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bicycle MUB mail insert for review
by Jing Zhang 08 Dec '14

08 Dec '14

Bicycle Board Members, The draft of bicycle MUB mail insert has been attached for your review. It was developed from a sample that Frank showed us two months ago. Frank and I have worked on it. There is a summary of the status of this project: * Councilman Kawecki helped us to reach out to Tim Ball, the general manager of MUB. Tim agreed. * Councilman Kawecki also helped us to contact the Morgantown Printing & Binding to get a quote for this project. -- The estimated cost is approximately $2,000, including $1, 420 of printing cost and $500 of insert cost. * Currently, we intent to distribute 25,000 copies through the MUB mail. * Next steps are: -- confirm the design and content (we can discuss it in the January meeting) -- look for sponsors (we can discuss it in the January meeting too) -- print it out -- hand the copies to MUB for insert. If I can make any improvements, please let me know. Thanks, Jing Jing Zhang Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization <http://www.plantogether.org/> www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 <mailto:tranplan@labyrinth.net> tranplan(a)labyrinth.net <http://www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan> www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan <http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan> http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan

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Fwd: Model for the formation of a Bicycle Advisory Board
by Jennifer 04 Dec '14

04 Dec '14

Anything helpful or useful here? I consider our group a model, just looking at what others do. Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 Begin forwarded message: From: "D. J. Allen" <dj.allen(a)lkrcd.com> Date: December 2, 2014 at 11:41:58 AM EST To: "'Tracy Higgins'" <tracy.higgins(a)movrc.org>, "'Ella Belling'" <ella(a)montrails.org> Cc: <a.yager(a)wvhub.org>, <abellotte(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com>, "'Amy Camp'" <acamp(a)pecpa.org>, <Alan.Craig(a)dot.state.oh.us>, "'Anna Withrow'" <Anna.Withrow(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Morgantown Monongalia MPO'" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, <baustin(a)moncpc.org>, "'Fazzini, Bernie'" <bfazzini(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, "'Robinson, Bill C'" <Bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov>, <billbikes(a)hotmail.com>, "'Sams, Callie C'" <Callie.C.Sams(a)wv.gov>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "'Chamber'" <chamber(a)wetzelcountychamber.com>, "'Derek Springston'" <charles.springston(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <Cindy.K.Butler(a)wv.gov>, "'Cami Rogers'" <crogers(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, "'Shaffer, Charlotte'" <cshaffer(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, "'Cathy Mccollom'" <csm(a)mccollomds.com>, "'Chris Villamagna'" <cvillamagna(a)wheelingheritage.org>, "'Craig White'" <cwhite(a)grandvuepark.com>, <cwilberger(a)fs.fed.us>, "'Mike Book, Exec Dir'" <dcomer(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, <Debbie.Fought(a)dot.state.oh.us>, <director(a)ohioriverscenicbyway.net>, <dnrallen(a)zoominternet.net>, "''Donna Holdorf''" <donnah(a)nationalroadpa.org>, "'Douglas Arbogast'" <Douglas.Arbogast(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <dvoelker(a)harrisonchamber.org>, "'Ella Belling'" <ella(a)montrails.org>, <eric(a)railstotrails.org>, "'Frank O'Brien'" <fobrien(a)wheelingcvb.com>, "'Martha & Francis Daniels'" <fpdaniels(a)hughes.net>, "'Gary Chancey'" <gchancey(a)fs.fed.us>, "'Gillum House'" <gillum(a)gillumhouse.com>, "'Deana Dean'" <i79dc.org(a)gmail.com>, <info(a)spturnpike.org>, <info(a)visitsteubenville.com>, "'Jim Christie'" <jchristie(a)thrashereng.com>, "'John Cooper'" <jcooper(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com>, <jeri(a)mariettaohio.org>, "'Sell, Jessica $Manchin$'" <jessica_sell(a)manchin.senate.gov>, <jhall(a)regionvi.com>, "'Jim Brown'" <jim(a)railstotrails.org>, "'Baisden, John $Rockefeller$'" <John_Baisden(a)rockefeller.senate.gov>, "'Jenny Selin'" <jselin(a)hotmail.com>, "'Judith Bratten'" <judy(a)oldfortsteuben.com>, <JWhitmore(a)parkersburg-wv.com>, "'Kent Spellman'" <k.spellman(a)wvhub.org>, <kate(a)mainstreetfairmont.org>, <Keith_McIntosh(a)manchin.senate.gov>, "'Kelly Pack'" <kellyp(a)railstotrails.org>, <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>, "'Kim Bauer'" <kimbauerpscvb(a)yahoo.com>, "'Kimberly Jo Coram'" <kimberlyjocoram(a)gmail.com>, "'Mark Abbott'" <kmabbott(a)suddenlink.net>, <info(a)northbendrailtrail.org>, "'John Knouse'" <knousejohn(a)gmail.com>, "'Adams Ken'" <ksadams(a)zoominternet.net>, <kwyrosdick(a)fairmontwv.gov>, <l.brennan(a)wvhub.org>, <lcross(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, "'Linda Lytle'" <linda(a)visitmadison.org>, <llkbike(a)yahoo.com>, <lostinbolivia(a)gmail.com>, <malina(a)mainstreetfairmont.org>, "'Victoria Evans'" <mamasita1955(a)yahoo.com>, "'Boggs, Mara $Manchin$'" <Mara_boggs(a)manchin.senate.gov>, <Mary_Jo_Guidi(a)manchin.senate.gov>, "'Mary Small'" <mary_small6(a)yahoo.com>, "'Mike Book, Exec Dir'" <mbook(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, "'Melissa Burch'" <mburch(a)boparc.org>, <mgr(a)shinnstonwv.com>, <mhowe(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com>, <mikepap(a)bhjmpc.org>, <mlewis(a)parkersburgcvb.org>, <mromano(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, <neosha.price(a)dot.gov>, "'Norm Schwertfeger'" <Norm.Schwertfeger(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <palost(a)athensohio.com>, "'Patrick Kirby'" <Patrick.Kirby(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'PATRICKKELLEY(a)completetitlesolutions.com'" <PatrickKelley(a)completetitlesolutions.com>, <Patty_Hawkins(a)rockefeller.senate.gov>, <Paul.m.elliott(a)wv.gov>, <northbendrailtrail(a)wv.gov>, "'Margaret Pings'" <Peggy_Pings(a)nps.gov>, "'Keller, Perry J'" <perry.j.keller(a)wv.gov>, "'George R Higinbotham'" <petehigi(a)gmail.com>, <planning(a)fairmontwv.gov>, <randy.durst(a)movrc.org>, <rmyeager(a)parkersburg-wv.com>, <Robert.L.Beanblossom(a)wv.gov>, <Roxanne.Kane(a)dot.state.oh.us>, "'Ron Watson'" <rwatson(a)harrisoncountywv.com>, "'Ryan Burns'" <Ryan.C.Burns(a)wv.gov>, <scmayor(a)comcast.net>, "'Gawell, Shyna'" <shyna.gawell(a)dot.state.oh.us>, "'Stephanie Pethtel'" <spethtel(a)wvhtf.org>, "'Steve Selin'" <sselin(a)wvu.edu>, <suze1951(a)gmail.com>, "'David Franklin'" <TDavidFranklin(a)gmail.com>, <tmski44(a)aol.com>, "'Bill'" <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>, <Robert.Young(a)dot.state.oh.us>, "'Mike Murphy'" <mikemurphy1939(a)suddenlink.net>, "'John Eleyette'" <JMELEYETTE(a)rocketmail.com>, <JLaChapelle(a)frontier.com> Subject: RE: Model for the formation of a Bicycle Advisory Board Reply-To: <dj.allen(a)lkrcd.com> Thanks Tracy. Great Information!! – D. J. From: Tracy Higgins [mailto:tracy.higgins@movrc.org] Sent: Tuesday, December 02, 2014 10:59 AM To: 'Ella Belling' Cc: a.yager(a)wvhub.org; abellotte(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com; 'Amy Camp'; Alan.Craig(a)dot.state.oh.us; 'Anna Withrow'; 'Morgantown Monongalia MPO'; baustin(a)moncpc.org; 'Fazzini, Bernie'; 'Robinson, Bill C'; billbikes(a)hotmail.com; 'Sams, Callie C'; 'Christiaan Abildso'; 'Chamber'; 'Derek Springston'; Cindy.K.Butler(a)wv.gov; 'Cami Rogers'; 'Shaffer, Charlotte'; 'Cathy Mccollom'; 'Chris Villamagna'; 'Craig White'; cwilberger(a)fs.fed.us; 'Mike Book, Exec Dir'; Debbie.Fought(a)dot.state.oh.us; director(a)ohioriverscenicbyway.net; dnrallen(a)zoominternet.net; dj.allen(a)lkrcd.com; ''Donna Holdorf''; 'Douglas Arbogast'; dvoelker(a)harrisonchamber.org; 'Ella Belling'; eric(a)railstotrails.org; 'Frank O'Brien'; 'Martha & Francis Daniels'; 'Gary Chancey'; 'Gillum House'; 'Deana Dean'; info(a)spturnpike.org; info(a)visitsteubenville.com; 'Jim Christie'; 'John Cooper'; jeri(a)mariettaohio.org; 'Sell, Jessica (Manchin)'; jhall(a)regionvi.com; 'Jim Brown'; 'Baisden, John (Rockefeller)'; 'Jenny Selin'; 'Judith Bratten'; JWhitmore(a)parkersburg-wv.com; 'Kent Spellman'; kate(a)mainstreetfairmont.org; Keith_McIntosh(a)manchin.senate.gov; 'Kelly Pack'; kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com; 'Kim Bauer'; 'Kimberly Jo Coram'; 'Mark Abbott'; info(a)northbendrailtrail.org; 'John Knouse'; 'Adams Ken'; kwyrosdick(a)fairmontwv.gov; l.brennan(a)wvhub.org; lcross(a)harrisoncountywv.com; 'Linda Lytle'; llkbike(a)yahoo.com; lostinbolivia(a)gmail.com; malina(a)mainstreetfairmont.org; 'Victoria Evans'; 'Boggs, Mara (Manchin)'; Mary_Jo_Guidi(a)manchin.senate.gov; 'Mary Small'; 'Mike Book, Exec Dir'; 'Melissa Burch'; mgr(a)shinnstonwv.com; mhowe(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com; mikepap(a)bhjmpc.org; mlewis(a)parkersburgcvb.org; mromano(a)harrisoncountywv.com; neosha.price(a)dot.gov; 'Norm Schwertfeger'; palost(a)athensohio.com; 'Patrick Kirby'; 'PATRICKKELLEY(a)completetitlesolutions.com'; Patty_Hawkins(a)rockefeller.senate.gov; Paul.m.elliott(a)wv.gov; northbendrailtrail(a)wv.gov; 'Margaret Pings'; 'Keller, Perry J'; 'George R Higinbotham'; planning(a)fairmontwv.gov; randy.durst(a)movrc.org; rmyeager(a)parkersburg-wv.com; Robert.L.Beanblossom(a)wv.gov; Roxanne.Kane(a)dot.state.oh.us; 'Ron Watson'; 'Ryan Burns'; scmayor(a)comcast.net; 'Gawell, Shyna'; 'Stephanie Pethtel'; 'Steve Selin'; suze1951(a)gmail.com; 'David Franklin'; tmski44(a)aol.com; tracy.higgins(a)movrc.org; 'Bill'; Robert.Young(a)dot.state.oh.us; 'Mike Murphy'; 'John Eleyette'; JLaChapelle(a)frontier.com Subject: Model for the formation of a Bicycle Advisory Board All, Please find the attached documents containing examples of how the Mayor’s Alternative Transportation Advisory Council (MATAC) was established in Marietta, Ohio. There are two example agendas. One depicts the initial meeting agenda to explain the Council to the Mayor and get his feedback. The other is a regular meeting agenda. I have also attached the by-laws adopted into local City code. It includes MATAC’s mission statement. The group organization follows the Blueprint for Bicycle Friendly America by the League of American Bicyclists. In the attachments there is a .ppt file depicting an example organization chart. There is also a .pdf file from the League’s website with the blueprint magazine. Please let me know if you have any additional questions. I hope this information will be helpful. Kind regards, Tracy Higgins WWW IPC Parkersburg, WV

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Fwd: 3rd Traffic Commission Workshop
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Dec '14

02 Dec '14

If you have any comments, please give them to me before Wednesday afternoon and I will take them with me to the workshop Wednesday night. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: 3rd Traffic Commission Workshop > Date: November 26, 2014 11:29:32 PM EST > To: Devon Milam <dmilam(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, julia.durham(a)gmail.com, williameblosser(a)gmail.com, martin dombrowski <martin.dombrowski(a)gmail.com>, Lisa Mardis <6thwardtc(a)gmail.com>, micynster(a)gmail.com, cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu, david.mckain(a)gmail.com, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, cbaker(a)cityofmorgantown.org, Linda Little <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu> > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Attached is a draft of a proposed ordinance for changes to the Traffic Commission. This was submitted a couple of years ago for consideration by the Pedestrian Safety Board. This ordinance is a good place to start. I would like everyone to review and have proposed revision to discuss at our last workshop. Also attached is the current ordinance. We will meet in the training room at the Public Safety Building at 6:30pm on Dec. 3. If you have any questions please feel free to give me a call. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > > Interim Director of Public Works and Engineering > > City of Morgantown > > > 389 Spruce Street > > Morgantown, WV26505 > > Office: 304.284.7398 > > Fax: 304.284.7409 > > www.MorgantownWV.gov > > > Folks, > > Attached is a draft of a proposed ordinance for changes to the Traffic Commission. This was submitted a couple of years ago for consideration. And yes Steve, I know it is not in the proper form for it is a starting place. For those of you who are unaware, we have had a couple of workshops with the commissioners to help determine the future of the Traffic Commission. This ordinance is a good place to start doing the "wordsmithing" of an ordinance change. I would like for you to review the attached document and then have a meeting to discus everyone's comments regarding this before anything is taken back in front of the Traffic Commission hopefully for their June 4th meeting. I can have a Doodle set up for a couple times in the next 2-weeks to set something up if this is agreeable to everyone. > > Thanks in advance for your help. > Terry > > Terry L. Hough P.E., P.S, CFM > Director of Public Works and Engineering > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > 304-284-7412 > though(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > >

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COW - EPA Bike Sharing Technical Assistance Grant Application
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 25 Nov '14

25 Nov '14

Dear BB, Attached is the agenda from tonight's Morgantown City Councils Committee of the Whole documenting the consideration of an EPA Bike Sharing Technical Assistance Grant Application. Glad to see efforts are under way to realize this EPA technical assistance grant! As you may recall, we began this pursuit in 2012. -Jonathan

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Fwd: Join us for a webinar on Complete Streets in the South
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Nov '14

17 Nov '14

Begin forwarded message: > From: Safe Routes to School National Partnership <info(a)saferoutespartnership.org> > Subject: Join us for a webinar on Complete Streets in the South > Date: November 17, 2014 11:00:42 AM EST > To: Frank <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Reply-To: Safe Routes to School National Partnership <info(a)saferoutespartnership.org> > > Join us for our first Southern forum webinar, “Complete Streets in the South,” on December 9, 2014 from 2 – 3 PM ET. Is this email not displaying correctly? > View it in your browser. > > > The Safe Routes to School National Partnership invites you to join us for our first Southern forum webinar, “Complete Streets in the South,” on December 9, 2014 from 2 – 3 PM ET. The webinar will explore the process used to create Complete Streets in a variety of southern settings. > > Case studies include: > > Efforts underway in a rural Kentucky county that is laying the groundwork for Complete Streets implementation at the local level. > The story behind the city of Memphis, TN, passing the 500th Complete Streets policy in 2013. With a population of over 650,000 people, Memphis is the largest city in the state of Tennessee and was named twice by Bicycling Magazine as one of America’s worst cities for bicycling. Citizens, planners, and engineers worked together to craft the award-winning policy, and are now working on implementation. > A collaborative project in urban Broward County, FL, where many organizations are working together to implement a county-wide Complete Streets initiative. > > Our panel of speakers will feature: > > Beth Willett, Program Officer for the Built Environment, The Greater Clark Foundation, Clark County, Kentucky > John Paul Shaffer, Program Director, Livable Memphis > Anamarie Garces, Principal, Urban Health Solutions, Executive Director, Urban Health Partnerships, Broward County, Florida > To register for the webinar, please visit: > https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5531337697555079938 > > > After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. > > > > Copyright © 2014 Safe Routes to School National Partnership, All rights reserved. > You're receiving this message because you have expressed interest in improving walking, bicycling, and Safe Routes to School. If you no longer wish to receive emails like these, please unsubscribe. > Our mailing address is: > Safe Routes to School National Partnership > 2323 Broadway Ste 109B > Oakland, CA 94612 > > Add us to your address book > > > > > unsubscribe from this list | update subscription preferences | view email in browser > > >

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Nov. 6th Meeting Follow-Up?
by Derek Springston 12 Nov '14

12 Nov '14

Hey folks, Is there any follow-up or action items required from the last meeting that occurred on November 6th? What there any discussion of my recommended topic below? *I would like to recommend at the meeting that you guys talk about the possibility of applying for another Transportation Alternatives Program grant for FY2015 like we did last year for FY2014.* I recommend you discuss: - whether or not we should pursue it again - who should lead the effort (I could lead it again, unless someone else really wants to) - who would like to help with the application 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**“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy*

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My wife's voice recital next Tuesday (Nov 18)
by Jing Zhang 10 Nov '14

10 Nov '14

Hi, Bicycle Board Members, My wife, Tingting, will hold a voice recital on Nov 18 at WVU Creative Art Center. It is at the Block Hall (on the ground floor). The time is 6:00 PM. You are cordially invited to come:) Thanks:) Jing Jing Zhang Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization <http://www.plantogether.org/> www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 <mailto:tranplan@labyrinth.net> tranplan(a)labyrinth.net <http://www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan> www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan <http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan> http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan

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Re: [Bikeboard] (no subject)
by Gunnar Shogren 06 Nov '14

06 Nov '14

Good day Alex, Kendall, and Bike Board folks. I guess the email contact for the Bike Board is still listed as me. Susan, could you please change the email contact to bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com ? That's the most appropriate one for sure. Alex and Kendall, the Bike Board is meeting tonight at 6:30pm in the Public Safety Building, downtown Morgantown, to discuss the climbing lane. Frank and some others were at a City meeting that had this on the agenda so they would be much more helpful and knowledgeable on this topic. Hopefully you can make the meeting. If not, query the Bike Board. Thanks. Here were questions from Kendall- *********** My name is Kendall Snee and I work for the daily athenaeum and I was hoping I could possibly ask you a couple of questions about the new bike lane on Mon Boulevard. 1. Have people been asking for this new addition? 2.What kind of traffic can be expected? 3. Will it possibly compromise the car lanes? 4.What do you personally see as the benefits of this bike lane? 5. When can it be expected to be finished? Thank you for your time, *********** On Thu, Nov 6, 2014 at 12:53 PM, Alex Lang <alang(a)dominionpost.com> wrote: > Gunnar, > > I am with The Dominion Post and was working on a story about the new bike lane coming to Mon Blvd. If you could give me a call at 304-685-9079 it would be greatly appreciated. > > Thanks > Alex

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane
by Chip Wamsley 05 Nov '14

05 Nov '14

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n That works for me. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Jing Zhang" tranplan(a)labyrinth.net Sent: 10/23/2014 7:47:27 AM To: "'Jennifer'" jselin(a)hotmail.com, "'Derek Springston'" dspringston(a)gmail.com Cc: "'Bike Board - Morgantown'" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com, "'Frank Gmeindl'" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane Lets schedule a time to meet! Propose: the Thursday of the first week in November (Nov. 6th)? Jing From: bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@bikemorgantown.com] On Behalf Of Jennifer Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2014 7:11 PM To: Derek Springston Cc: Bike Board - Morgantown; Frank Gmeindl Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane I appreciate all of the work that has been done over the past several years. Here we are where we are and we have support for bicycle initiatives, we have had changes in administrative staff. It still takes time to put items in place, but if we don't push, we don't make progress. Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 On Oct 22, 2014, at 11:45 AM, "Jennifer" jselin(a)hotmail.com wrote: Somewhere in here we do need some visible projects. Could use bike board help! Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 On Oct 22, 2014, at 11:19 AM, "Derek Springston" dspringston(a)gmail.com wrote: Frank, Thanks for the update. It would be exciting to see a climbing lane there. I would use it just the same or almost the same whether they put a lane in there or not, but I think it would provide some more 'visible' infrastructure to encourage folks to bike. With the time it's taken or taking, it feels like a failed project to me, and I hate to feel like giving up, but at this point, it makes me feel like questioning whether that project was a valuable use of time spent over the last several years. I'm not necessarily talking about my time, but all involved. However, if we're almost to realizing it's implementation, it will be valuable to finish. I know I haven't been super involved with the Bike Board as of late since my priorities are my family and kids right now, especially with a 2 month old, but I'll be back in the loop again, especially IF we land that WVDOH Transportation Alternatives grant. Have a nice day. I appreciate the update. ~Derek On Wed, Oct 22, 2014 at 10:53 AM, Frank Gmeindl fgmeindl(a)gmail.com wrote: Last night, City Council unanimously approved the first reading of the ordinance that will authorize the MOU between the City, WVDOH and WVU to get the climbing lane installed. Considering that it took 2 years from the time we proposed the climbing lane for the City to convene a meeting with all the stakeholders and then 3 more years from the time these 3 parties met and reached a vocal agreement to write the MOU which is substantively identical to that which was agreed, I wouldn't hold my breath waiting for the MOU to actually get signed by the 3 parties and then implemented by them. Jenny Selin raised a good point during the bike lane discussion at last night's meeting. She observed that the surface of the shoulder where the bike lane is supposed to go is poor and needs some real pavement before money's wasted striping, marking and signing it. Jeff Mikorski responded that WVDOH is responsible for paving Mon Blvd. but was not aware that WVDOH has any plans to repave it or the shoulder. He said that he hoped the City could work with WVDOH to get them to repave the shoulder if they had funds for it. Mike Fike also questioned who will keep the climbing lane clean. Jeff responded that both the WVDOH and the City sweep the shoulder. So, you can see that the obstacles this project still needs to overcome are not unlike the glass, rocks, snow, ice and other debris that those of us that ride up Mon Blvd. must get around or over. It would be interesting to compare this project's history with that of the Evansdale Drive relocation and creation of a roadway through the Arboretum. Frank Lead, follow, or get out of the way Begin forwarded message: From: Frank Gmeindl fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Subject: Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane Date: October 21, 2014 2:52:52 PM EDT To: Bike Board - Morgantown bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Tonight's City Council meeting agenda item #10: Consideration of APPROVAL of FIRST READING of AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY OF MORGANTOWN AUTHORIZING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN IT AND THE WV DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS, FOR INSTALLATION OF A BICYCLE LANE ALONG NORTHBOUND U.S. 19(MONONGAHELA BOULEVARD), BETWEEN EIGHTH STREET AND EVANSDALE DRIVE. See p. 60 -61 (approximately half way through the packet) at http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/City-Council-Packet.pdf for the actual MOU. (Sorry, I couldn't cut-and-paste it legibly here.) You could attend the meeting in City Hall or watch it live on TV. Frank _______________________________________________ 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 Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. -John F. Kennedy _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane
by Chip Wamsley 05 Nov '14

05 Nov '14

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Thanks Jing, see you then. ---- Original Message ---- From: "Jing Zhang" tranplan(a)labyrinth.net Sent: 11/5/2014 9:53:53 AM To: "'Jennifer'" jselin(a)hotmail.com, "'Frank Gmeindl'" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Cc: "'Chip Wamsley'" chip(a)wamsleycycles.com, "'Derek Springston'" dspringston(a)gmail.com, "'Bike Board - Morgantown'" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane FYI, the bike board meeting is tomorrow (Thursday, Nov. 6), PSB Training Room, from 6:30-8:30 pm. See you then, Jing From: Jennifer [mailto:jselin@hotmail.com] Sent: Thursday, October 23, 2014 1:55 PM To: Frank Gmeindl Cc: Chip Wamsley; Jing Zhang; Derek Springston; Bike Board - Morgantown Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane What Time? Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 On Oct 23, 2014, at 10:03 AM, "Frank Gmeindl" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com wrote: Works for me. Frank Those that say, "It can't be done" should not stand in the way of those that are doing it On Oct 23, 2014, at 9:07 AM, "Chip Wamsley" chip(a)wamsleycycles.com wrote: That works for me. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Jing Zhang" tranplan(a)labyrinth.net Sent: 10/23/2014 7:47:27 AM To: "'Jennifer'" jselin(a)hotmail.com, "'Derek Springston'" dspringston(a)gmail.com Cc: "'Bike Board - Morgantown'" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com, "'Frank Gmeindl'" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane Lets schedule a time to meet! Propose: the Thursday of the first week in November (Nov. 6th)? Jing From: bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@bikemorgantown.com] On Behalf Of Jennifer Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2014 7:11 PM To: Derek Springston Cc: Bike Board - Morgantown; Frank Gmeindl Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane I appreciate all of the work that has been done over the past several years. Here we are where we are and we have support for bicycle initiatives, we have had changes in administrative staff. It still takes time to put items in place, but if we don't push, we don't make progress. Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 On Oct 22, 2014, at 11:45 AM, "Jennifer" jselin(a)hotmail.com wrote: Somewhere in here we do need some visible projects. Could use bike board help! Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 On Oct 22, 2014, at 11:19 AM, "Derek Springston" dspringston(a)gmail.com wrote: Frank, Thanks for the update. It would be exciting to see a climbing lane there. I would use it just the same or almost the same whether they put a lane in there or not, but I think it would provide some more 'visible' infrastructure to encourage folks to bike. With the time it's taken or taking, it feels like a failed project to me, and I hate to feel like giving up, but at this point, it makes me feel like questioning whether that project was a valuable use of time spent over the last several years. I'm not necessarily talking about my time, but all involved. However, if we're almost to realizing it's implementation, it will be valuable to finish. I know I haven't been super involved with the Bike Board as of late since my priorities are my family and kids right now, especially with a 2 month old, but I'll be back in the loop again, especially IF we land that WVDOH Transportation Alternatives grant. Have a nice day. I appreciate the update. ~Derek On Wed, Oct 22, 2014 at 10:53 AM, Frank Gmeindl fgmeindl(a)gmail.com wrote: Last night, City Council unanimously approved the first reading of the ordinance that will authorize the MOU between the City, WVDOH and WVU to get the climbing lane installed. Considering that it took 2 years from the time we proposed the climbing lane for the City to convene a meeting with all the stakeholders and then 3 more years from the time these 3 parties met and reached a vocal agreement to write the MOU which is substantively identical to that which was agreed, I wouldn't hold my breath waiting for the MOU to actually get signed by the 3 parties and then implemented by them. Jenny Selin raised a good point during the bike lane discussion at last night's meeting. She observed that the surface of the shoulder where the bike lane is supposed to go is poor and needs some real pavement before money's wasted striping, marking and signing it. Jeff Mikorski responded that WVDOH is responsible for paving Mon Blvd. but was not aware that WVDOH has any plans to repave it or the shoulder. He said that he hoped the City could work with WVDOH to get them to repave the shoulder if they had funds for it. Mike Fike also questioned who will keep the climbing lane clean. Jeff responded that both the WVDOH and the City sweep the shoulder. So, you can see that the obstacles this project still needs to overcome are not unlike the glass, rocks, snow, ice and other debris that those of us that ride up Mon Blvd. must get around or over. It would be interesting to compare this project's history with that of the Evansdale Drive relocation and creation of a roadway through the Arboretum. Frank Lead, follow, or get out of the way Begin forwarded message: From: Frank Gmeindl fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Subject: Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane Date: October 21, 2014 2:52:52 PM EDT To: Bike Board - Morgantown bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Tonight's City Council meeting agenda item #10: Consideration of APPROVAL of FIRST READING of AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY OF MORGANTOWN AUTHORIZING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN IT AND THE WV DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS, FOR INSTALLATION OF A BICYCLE LANE ALONG NORTHBOUND U.S. 19(MONONGAHELA BOULEVARD), BETWEEN EIGHTH STREET AND EVANSDALE DRIVE. See p. 60 -61 (approximately half way through the packet) at http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/City-Council-Packet.pdf for the actual MOU. (Sorry, I couldn't cut-and-paste it legibly here.) You could attend the meeting in City Hall or watch it live on TV. Frank _______________________________________________ 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 Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. -John F. Kennedy _______________________________________________ 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

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Mon Blvd. Bicycle Climbing Lane
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Oct '14

27 Oct '14

At 9 am tomorrow, 10/28, I will meet with Morgantown City Engineer Damien Davis to review engineering drawings for the Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane between 8th St. and the top of the hill. Please reply if you have any input on this or want to accompany me. Frank Gmeindl

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Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Oct '14

23 Oct '14

Tonight's City Council meeting agenda item #10: Consideration of APPROVAL of FIRST READING of AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY OF MORGANTOWN AUTHORIZING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN IT AND THE WV DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS, FOR INSTALLATION OF A BICYCLE LANE ALONG NORTHBOUND U.S. 19(MONONGAHELA BOULEVARD), BETWEEN EIGHTH STREET AND EVANSDALE DRIVE. See p. 60 -61 (approximately half way through the packet) at http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/City-Council-Packet.pdf for the actual MOU. (Sorry, I couldn't cut-and-paste it legibly here.) You could attend the meeting in City Hall or watch it live on TV. Frank

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Bicycling History by Chip Wamsley
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Oct '14

11 Oct '14

> Wednesday > October 15, 2014 – Biking in Morgantown, presentation by Chip Wamsley > 7:00 p.m. > Morgantown History Museum > 175 Kirk Street > Morgantown, WV > > Mr. Wamsley will be giving a presentation about bicycling in Morgantown over the years, this coming Wednesday, Oct. 15th, at 7p.m., at the Morgantown History Museum. Those who love bicycles – and bicycling will find this presentation very interesting. One of Chip Wamsley’s early bicycle frames will be on display for this event. A reception will follow the presentation. > > Pamela Ball > Chair, > Morgantown History Museum > > Mr. Wamsley’s presentation will be part of the Speakers Series, attached to the Smithsonian Hometown Teams exhibit which will be on display at the Morgantown History Museum until November 15, 2014. Hometown Teams examines how sports and recreation in the United States have changed society from the late 1800s through current times. The Morgantown History Museum collaborative exhibit, Morgantown and Sports, examines sports and recreation in the Greater Morgantown area, from the early 1900s through current times, both in the area schools, county and city recreation organizations, coal camps, businesses and ethnic organizations.

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Open House for Greenbag Rd Planning Study on Oct 15th (next Wednesday)
by Jing Zhang 09 Oct '14

09 Oct '14

Hi, Bike Board Members, There will be an open house for the Greenbag Rd Planning Study. It will be at the Marilla Park Recreation Center on Oct 15th, (next Wednesday), and the time is 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Please come! we need cyclists' opinions on how to improve Greenbag Rd. Thanks, Jing Jing Zhang Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization <http://www.plantogether.org/> www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 <mailto:tranplan@labyrinth.net> tranplan(a)labyrinth.net <http://www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan> www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan <http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan> http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan

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10/15 Green Bag Road Planning Study Public Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Oct '14

08 Oct '14

Next Wednesday, October 15, 4-7 pm at Marilla Park, the MPO will take public input for Green Bag Road improvements. Those who attend will shape the future. Attached is a flyer for the meeting. The date on the flyer is incorrect. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Fwd: October 9th CAC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Oct '14

06 Oct '14

Please note that the MPO is going to contract out a University Avenue Corridor Study that will likely resulted in changes that will affect bicycling. If you have any comments that you would like me to take to the MPO CAC Thursday, please e-mail me at your earliest convenience before then. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Subject: October 9th CAC Meeting > Date: October 2, 2014 1:58:11 PM EDT > To: <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, "'Chris Azzaro'" <cazzaro(a)johnhowardmotors.com>, <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Rob Moyer'" <Rob.Moyer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Maria Smith'" <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, "'Roy Nutter'" <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, <jegdeg(a)comcast.net> > Cc: "'Jing Zhang'" <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net> > Reply-To: <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > > CAC Members, > > Please find attached the Agenda for the October 9th CAC meeting to be held at the MPO’s Offices at 6 pm. Please let me know if you will be unable to attend the meeting. > > Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions in this matter or if we may be of any assistance. We look forward to seeing you. > > Regards, > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 > Morgantown, WV 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives. It is the one that is the most adaptable to change. > > Charles Darwin > > I have noticed even people who claim everything is predestined, and that we can do nothing to change it, look before they cross the road. > > Stephen Hawking > > > > > > > > > > > This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is active. > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Traffic Commission Agenda For WED, Oct 1
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Sep '14

30 Sep '14

Frank Gmeindl will not attend the 10/1 TC meeting. Frank > On Sep 30, 2014, at 12:26 PM, Roy Nutter <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> wrote: > > Please see the attached and agenda and draft minutes. > > Also note, Damien and I will be discussing Traffic Commission with the City Coucil tonight at their Committee of the Whole meeting. Report tomorrow :-) > > > Roy Nutter, Professor > WVU CSEE Dept > POB 6109 > Morgantown, WV 26506-6109 > Tel: 304-293-9131 > <2014 10 01 Agenda draft.docx> > <2014 09 03 Minutes.docx>

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Re: [Bikeboard] City Services
by Jennifer 19 Sep '14

19 Sep '14

Great idea! Simple graphic style is easy to interpret. Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 On Sep 18, 2014, at 12:34 PM, "Jing Zhang" <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net> wrote: Brilliant! I can do graphics or do a first draft of the flier for the board review if needed. Let's us keep this going! Jing Zhang Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization <http://www.plantogether.org/> www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.381.4363 <mailto:tranplan@labyrinth.net> tranplan(a)labyrinth.net <http://www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan> www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan <http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan> http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan From: bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@bikemorgantown.com] On Behalf Of Frank Gmeindl Sent: Wednesday, September 17, 2014 11:09 AM To: Bike Board - Morgantown Cc: Jeff Mikorski Subject: [Bikeboard] City Services Imagine your next MUB bill containing a flier promoting bicycle safety such as the attached. Last week, all Sunnyvale CA residents received this flier with their sewer and trash bill. Sunnyvale's City Council even passed a law against harassing cyclists. This is definitely a very low cost action to promote bicycling safety but would require the coordination of at least City Council, City Management, MUB and the Police department. Happy cycling! Frank The actual flier is double sided 8/5" x 3-3/4" <image002.jpg> <image004.jpg> <ATT00001>

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City Services
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Sep '14

18 Sep '14

Imagine your next MUB bill containing a flier promoting bicycle safety such as the attached. Last week, all Sunnyvale CA residents received this flier with their sewer and trash bill. Sunnyvale's City Council even passed a law against harassing cyclists. This is definitely a very low cost action to promote bicycling safety but would require the coordination of at least City Council, City Management, MUB and the Police department. Happy cycling! Frank The actual flier is double sided 8/5" x 3-3/4"

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Re: [Bikeboard] City Services
by Chip Wamsley 17 Sep '14

17 Sep '14

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Let's do it ! ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Sent: 9/17/2014 10:10:01 AM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Cc: "Jeff Mikorski" jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org Subject: [Bikeboard] City Services Imagine your next MUB bill containing a flier promoting bicycle safety such as the attached. Last week, all Sunnyvale CA residents received this flier with their sewer and trash bill. Sunnyvale's City Council even passed a law against harassing cyclists. This is definitely a very low cost action to promote bicycling safety but would require the coordination of at least City Council, City Management, MUB and the Police department. Happy cycling! Frank The actual flier is double sided 8/5" x 3-3/4"

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Fwd: FY 2015 Transportation Alternatives Application Process System Opening
by Derek Springston 17 Sep '14

17 Sep '14

Hey folks, We haven't received any word on the the City of Morgantown's FY2014 Transportation Alternatives 'Enhancing Bicycle Signage and Facilities' application, but *the FY2015 WVDOH will begin accepting the Intent-To-Apply for projects is opening. * There is still the possibility that our FY2014 application could be funded, but in the event that it doesn't get funded,* I recommend we review our previous application, improve it, and resubmit.* We now have time to critique our work and hit a home run. *Who would like to be involved in the process again or for the first time this year?* I believe it would be valuable to have a few new eyes on the application, but also have some continuity in the folks from last year as well. If enough folks are interested, I'm in too. Thanks, ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Banks, Rhonda C <Rhonda.C.Banks(a)wv.gov> Date: Tue, Sep 16, 2014 at 2:38 PM Subject: FY 2015 Transportation Alternatives Application Process System Opening To: Everyone – The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) is pleased to announce the opening of our online grant application system to accept applications for FY 2015. For your convenience, a direct link to the page is http://dohgrants.wv.gov/Account/LogOn. As you know, the application process has two phases: an Intent-to-Apply (ITA) phase and an Application phase. A potential applicant must first complete and submit an online ITA for their proposed project. If the ITA is approved by WVDOH grant staff, then the potential applicant is allowed to complete and submit an online application. As in previous years, no paper Intents/Applications will be accepted. The ITA phase will be closed at 11:59 PM on December 16, 2014. The Application Phase will be closed at 11:59 PM on March 16, 2015. Please remember that as soon as your ITA is approved, then you may begin work on your application. It is possible to complete your ITA, have it approved by the WVDOH staff, and be able to start work on your application within the first month of the system being open. Please check your emails and the system concerning your ITA/Application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to track the progress of the applicant’s submission(s). If you have a question about where you are in the process, please call the WVDOH. Please feel free to share this information with any interested, eligible parties. As you may or may not know, the most recent transportation funding bill, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), only covered FY 2013/14. As to how funding will be available in FY 2015 for the grant programs, and how it will be distributed, has not been made clear yet. However, the WVDOH is moving forward with accepting applications, anticipating committing the funding as it becomes available. As always, you can direct any questions to Rhonda Banks at Rhonda.C.Banks(a)wv.gov, or call 304-558-9606. *William C. Robinson* *Grant Administration Unit Leader* *Grant Administration Unit* *Planning Section* *Program Planning and Administration Division* *Division of Highways* *West Virginia Department of Transportation* *1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East* *Building 5, Room 863* *Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430* *(304)558-9615 <%28304%29558-9615> (304) 558-3783 <%28304%29%20558-3783> (fax)* *bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov <bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov>* "Two roads diverged in a wood and I - I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference." - Robert Frost *Rhonda C. Banks* *Ms. Rhonda C. Banks* *Project Manager - Community Development Specialist II* *WV Dept. of Transportation, Division of Highways* *Planning Division, Grants Administration Unit* *Building 5, Room 863* *1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East* *Charleston, WV 25305* *Rhonda.C.Banks(a)wv.gov <Rhonda.C.Banks(a)wv.gov>* *Phone: (304) 558-9606 <%28304%29%20558-9606>* *Fax: (304) 558-3783 <%28304%29%20558-3783>* -- *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**“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy*

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: FY 2015 Transportation Alternatives Application Process System Opening
by Chip Wamsley 16 Sep '14

16 Sep '14

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nDerek, Count me in. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Derek Springston" dspringston(a)gmail.com Sent: 9/16/2014 2:35:40 PM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: FY 2015 Transportation Alternatives Application Process System Opening Hey folks, We haven't received any word on the the City of Morgantown's FY2014 Transportation Alternatives 'Enhancing Bicycle Signage and Facilities' application, but the FY2015 WVDOH will begin accepting the Intent-To-Apply for projects is opening. There is still the possibility that our FY2014 application could be funded, but in the event that it doesn't get funded, I recommend we review our previous application, improve it, and resubmit. We now have time to critique our work and hit a home run. Who would like to be involved in the process again or for the first time this year? I believe it would be valuable to have a few new eyes on the application, but also have some continuity in the folks from last year as well. If enough folks are interested, I'm in too. Thanks, ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Banks, Rhonda C Rhonda.C.Banks(a)wv.gov Date: Tue, Sep 16, 2014 at 2:38 PM Subject: FY 2015 Transportation Alternatives Application Process System Opening To: Everyone The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) is pleased to announce the opening of our online grant application system to accept applications for FY 2015. For your convenience, a direct link to the page is http://dohgrants.wv.gov/Account/LogOn. As you know, the application process has two phases: an Intent-to-Apply (ITA) phase and an Application phase. A potential applicant must first complete and submit an online ITA for their proposed project. If the ITA is approved by WVDOH grant staff, then the potential applicant is allowed to complete and submit an online application. As in previous years, no paper Intents/Applications will be accepted. The ITA phase will be closed at 11:59 PM on December 16, 2014. The Application Phase will be closed at 11:59 PM on March 16, 2015. Please remember that as soon as your ITA is approved, then you may begin work on your application. It is possible to complete your ITA, have it approved by the WVDOH staff, and be able to start work on your application within the first month of the system being open. Please check your emails and the system concerning your ITA/Application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to track the progress of the applicants submission(s). If you have a question about where you are in the process, please call the WVDOH. Please feel free to share this information with any interested, eligible parties. As you may or may not know, the most recent transportation funding bill, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), only covered FY 2013/14. As to how funding will be available in FY 2015 for the grant programs, and how it will be distributed, has not been made clear yet. However, the WVDOH is moving forward with accepting applications, anticipating committing the funding as it becomes available. As always, you can direct any questions to Rhonda Banks at Rhonda.C.Banks(a)wv.gov, or call 304-558-9606. William C. Robinson Grant Administration Unit Leader Grant Administration Unit Planning Section Program Planning and Administration Division Division of Highways West Virginia Department of Transportation 1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East Building 5, Room 863 Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430 (304)558-9615 (304) 558-3783 (fax) bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov "Two roads diverged in a wood and I - I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference." - Robert Frost Rhonda C. Banks Ms. Rhonda C. Banks Project Manager - Community Development Specialist II WV Dept. of Transportation, Division of Highways Planning Division, Grants Administration Unit Building 5, Room 863 1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East Charleston, WV 25305 Rhonda.C.Banks(a)wv.gov Phone: (304) 558-9606 Fax: (304) 558-3783 -- 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 Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. -John F. Kennedy

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Fwd: Bike Board: Mon. Blvd needs swept
by Gunnar Shogren 29 Aug '14

29 Aug '14

Thank you for contacting us Andrew. I'm forwarding your email to the BikeBoard email list AND to the bikemorgantown email. Perhaps we can get that wheel squeaking... ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Andrew Rorabaugh <andrew.rorabaugh(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, Aug 29, 2014 at 10:50 AM Subject: Bike Board: Mon. Blvd needs swept To: gshogren(a)gmail.com Gunnar, As you are the contact person for the Bike Board, I thought I’d request that the board hold the city accountable for maintaining safe road conditions. In particular, I called the city about getting the shoulders of Mon. Blvd. swept, as the gravel and debris are gathering to pose a danger for those of us who need to use that route. I was told that the sweeper has been broken for a long time, and they were not sure if/when it would be fixed. The more the city hears about the need to take care of that, the better. Thanks, Andrew Andrew Rorabaugh andrew.rorabaugh(a)gmail.com 510.604.2901

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Fwd: Upcoming Alliance Calls, Webinars, and Trainings
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Aug '14

12 Aug '14

Anybody interested in getting together to participate in this on Aug. 27? > Apps for Advocacy (Mutual Aid Webinar) > > Several state and local biking and walking advocacy organizations have created mobile apps to create pocket resources for crash reporting and other on-the-go information. On this webinar, learn how advocates around the country have approached advocacy apps. If yes, I'll try to find a convenient location. I think participating together and then discussing after could lead to some synergy and fun. Of course, the webinar is 2-3 pm on a Wednesday which might require some schedule magic for some of us. See thread below for a dialog between Christiaan and me on this. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Abildso, Christiaan" <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > Subject: RE: Upcoming Alliance Calls, Webinars, and Trainings > Date: August 12, 2014 11:27:13 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > > Absolutely, feel free to send it on. I also would like the BB to consider having a public health graduate student work with them in the spring to survey local riders to understand their knowledge, interests, and other areas of interest to the BB. > This could be accomplished through a course called Community Assessment (that the Ped Board worked with in Spring 2014) where a team of students works with a local non-profit or community group and/or through a Practice Based Experience, in which a single student does roughly 120 hours of work with an organization on a specific, time-limited project. > Best, > Christiaan > > Christiaan Abildso, Ph.D., MPH > Assistant Professor, WVU School of Public Health > > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] > Sent: Monday, August 11, 2014 5:56 PM > To: Abildso, Christiaan > Subject: Re: Upcoming Alliance Calls, Webinars, and Trainings > > May I forward this thread to the BB with an invite to participate together? > > On Aug 11, 2014, at 5:36 PM, "Abildso, Christiaan" <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu> wrote: > > > Sadly, I can’t make it to the call on the 27th…my days are much more busy in the faculty world than they were when I was in the Coliseum. Any other BB members interested? > > Christiaan Abildso, Ph.D., MPH > Assistant Professor, WVU School of Public Health > > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] > Sent: Monday, August 11, 2014 5:16 PM > To: Abildso, Christiaan > Subject: Re: Upcoming Alliance Calls, Webinars, and Trainings > > Thanks for showing me that. I registered. I know you've been interested for along time on using smart phones to track bike use and crashes. Could we participate in this together? Damien and I recently participated in a webinar together on managing advisory groups. We had a fruitful discussion following the webinar. > > Frank > > On Aug 11, 2014, at 12:25 PM, "Abildso, Christiaan" <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu> wrote: > > > > Wonder if the Aug 27 call would boost your idea for a crash reporting system… > Christiaan > > Christiaan Abildso, Ph.D., MPH > Assistant Professor, WVU School of Public Health > > From: Alliance for Biking & Walking [mailto:info@bikewalkalliance.org] > Sent: Monday, August 11, 2014 11:42 AM > To: Abildso, Christiaan > Subject: Upcoming Alliance Calls, Webinars, and Trainings > > > August 13: Electric Bikes and the Law | August 19: How federal funds help people who walk and bike access transit > > 2 - 3 PM EDT > > > > Electric Bikes and the Law (Mutual Aid Call) > > E-bikes and electric assist systems are helping more people discover the joy and convenience of cycling. Unfortunately, state and local laws have been slow to catch up with this new technology, leaving electric bikes in legal limbo in some communities while forbidding them outright in others. Join this call to understand the legal implications of electric bikes and learn about the legislative changes other advocacy organizations are working to support. Register online now » > > > > 2 - 3 PM EDT > > > > > > First Mile, Last Mile: How federal funds help people who walk and bike access transit (Advocacy Advance webinar) > > Since 2007, federal transit funding has been used to create at least $95 million in bicycle and pedestrian improvements. Transit-oriented development, non-motorized infrastructure that promotes station access, and bicycle parking at stations and on vehicles can all be paid for with federal transit dollars. Join this webinar to learn about the many transit funding programs that can fund bicycle and pedestrian improvements and how advocates can ensure that bicycling and walking are integrated into transit systems. Register here » > > > > 2 - 3 PM EDT > > > > > > Apps for Advocacy (Mutual Aid Webinar) > > Several state and local biking and walking advocacy organizations have created mobile apps to create pocket resources for crash reporting and other on-the-go information. On this webinar, learn how advocates around the country have approached advocacy apps. Register now » > > > > > > > > 2014 Alliance for Biking & Walking Leadership Retreat > > Join Alliance staff and hundreds of leaders from across North America at this biennial gathering for state and local biking and walking advocates. There are just a handful of spaces left, so snag your spot before the Retreat fills up » > > > > 2 - 3 PM EDT > > > > > Public-Private Partnerships (Advocacy Advance webinar) > > As all levels of government face budget constraints, many are looking to the private sector as a partner in new infrastructure investments. Join this webinar to learn about the ways in which the private sector and public sector are working together to promote active transportation and learn lessons from those collaborations. Register » > > > > 2 - 3 PM EDT > > > > > December Dollars: Spearheading End of Year Appeals (Mutual Aid Webinar) > > The best time to start planning your end-of-year fundraising campaign was last month. The second best time is NOW. Join us for this webinar to learn how to plan your fall campaign without becoming a procrastination horror story! Register now » > > > > If you would like to unsubscribe click here. > © Alliance for Biking and Walking 2014 > > >

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Fwd: WV Connecting Communities Update
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Aug '14

10 Aug '14

Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: WV Connecting Communities Update > Date: August 10, 2014 11:42:21 AM EDT > To: undisclosed-recipients:; > Bcc: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > > Hello WVCC Board Members, Members and others: > > I hope you all have had a great summer (for those of us with school-age children our summers are over). I want to encourage you to put the following events on your calendar: > First, our fall board meeting is October 11th starting at 4 p.m. in Lewisburg. As usual, we will have our business meeting first where we will decide on our Legislative Agenda for the 2015 Session. Then we will have an interesting speaker (John Francis, the pressure is on!), and then dinner. In the morning, we will do a bike ride and a walk. Watch for more details soon. > > Next, our 2nd annual Legislative Bike Ride will be Oct. 19th. Start time will likely be about 2:00 p.m. This is great opportunity to ride (we might do a walk too) with your local delegate(s) and senator and legislative staff. As soon as Gary Zuckett and I have the invites created, it would be great for each of you to send it with a personal note to your local delegation and/or any one you personally know at the Capitol. The more the merrier! > > Other news: > We need board members!! If you are interested in joining our board, please contact me. > We submitted a proposal to the Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation for $10,000 to fund our public awareness campaign on "Give Em 3." We should hear if we are successful next month. > We submitted our special license plate request to the WV DMV -- we should hear about this in the next few weeks. After Patrick Donovan and I received not quite so accurate information from the DMV, we were finally able to talk to right person. Thanks to Richard Eichberger for asking good questions which led me to right person! As soon as we have the green light, we will be asking for your check for the pre-paid Walking/Cycling Plate. > The DMV is adding the new cycling law to its drivers' ed materials. They are also waiting for us to give them additional language regarding ped/bike that they can include in materials and in the test. > > And, finally, thank you so much to all of you who officially joined WVCC. Our income comes from our membership. Without you all we could not lobby our Legislature, or advocate/educate/work with other organizations and government bodies, or have a Walking/Cycling License Plate, or work with the DMV to have Bike/Ped language added to Drivers' Ed materials, or apply for the GKVF grant, or plan the bike ride or our board meetings and much more. > > Please call or email me if you have any questions/concerns/special interests, > Kasey > > Kasey Russell > Executive Director, WVCC > 304.542.1994 > >

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Fwd: [CRC] Fwd: An Event Filled August Along the Mon!
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Aug '14

04 Aug '14

Cool that Morgantown bicycling is exposed to the communities along the Mon River all the way up to Pgh. Begin forwarded message: > From: Country Roads Cyclists <crcyclists.info(a)gmail.com> > Date: August 4, 2014 9:13:34 PM EDT > To: Country Roads Cyclists <crcyclists(a)googlegroups.com> > Subject: [CRC] Fwd: An Event Filled August Along the Mon! > Reply-To: CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: River Town Program <info(a)monrivertowns.com> > Date: Mon, Aug 4, 2014 at 1:39 PM > Subject: An Event Filled August Along the Mon! > To: crcyclists.info(a)gmail.com > > > > > > > Mon River Town Program Newsletter > www.monrivertowns.com > Volume 4, Issue 8 > August, 2014 > In This Issue > Mon Ducky Race, Brownsville PA > News from Charleroi > News from Fredericktown > Ice Plant Strong > News from Morgantown > Other News on the Mon > _______________________ > River Town > Action Team Meetings > > California: Recreation Authority > 2nd Mon-6PM-Borough Bldg > > Fredericktown: Chamber/Action Team > 1st Wed-6PM-Fire Hall > > Greensboro: > Elm Street Advisory Group/Action Team > 2nd Thurs-6:30PM-Log Cabin > > Revive Charleroi > Charleroi Borough Building > Fourth Street and Fallowfield Avenue > 4:30-6:00 p.m. > > Star City Action Team > First Monday of each month > 5-6pm at the Municipal Building at 370 Broadway; > next meeting July 7th > > Morgantown Action Team > Second Wednesday of every month 4:30-6 pm at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Bus Depot > next meeting July 9th > _______________________ > Upcoming Events > > Black Oak Arkansas @ The Aquatorium on July 5th > at 5:00 p.m. > > Greensboro Farmer's Market from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. > > Book Sale at the Morgantown Public Library, from 10:00 a.m. > to 1:00 p.m. > > Charleroi Farners Market July 10th, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. > _______________________ > Town Websites > > Brownsville > Fredericktown - MBRA > Greensboro > Point Marion - Library > Charleroi > Monongahela > Star City > Granville > Morgantown > _______________________ > Regional Websites > > Sheepskin Trail > SWPA Rural Exploration > Lost Monongahela > Ten Mile Creek Blog > Warrior Trail > Rivers of Steel > IWLA, Greene Co. Chap > MonRiver.org > National Road Heritage Corridor > _______________________ > Quick Links > > McCollom Development Strategies > > Pennsylvania Environmental Council > > SCA River Town Outreach Corps > > Mon River Towns > > B.A.R.C. > _______________________ > > > > Mon Ducky Race, Brownsville PA > They're coming and they're ready to race! Hundreds of rubber ducks will be coming to Brownsville, Pennsylvania to compete in the 6th Annual Mon Ducky Race on the Monongahela River on Saturday, August 9th. Adopt a duck and join in the fun as the fastest duck that crosses the finish line is a winner! First place prize is a Weekend Getaway at Nemacolin (valued at $1000) or $500 in cash, second place prize is a Gift Card package worth $100 and the third place price is a BARC gift shop package valued at $50. Tickets cost $5 each. Festivities begin at 3:30 on the Brownsville Riverside Wharf and the ducks will begin their race from the Inter-County Bridge at 5pm. This event is sponsored by the Brownsville Area Revitalization Corporation (BARC). Tickets are on sale now! Stop by the BARC office or call (724) 785-9331 for more information. > > > News from Charleroi > > Enjoy a night out to the movies at the Market House in Charleroi! The first movie will be held on August 13th starting at 7pm and will feature Despicable Me 2. The second movie will be held on August 27th, again at 7pm, and will feature Gnomeo & Juliet. Sounds like a great time for the entire family. > > If you are in the area on Thursday evenings enjoy the farmer's market from 3-6pm at the Market House. > > News from Fredericktown > > > 1.How about some delicious ribs this summer? On August 9th & 10th RT 88 in Fredericktown PA will host the Ribfest II at the Riviera Restaurant. The event starts at noon and will continue until everything is sold out! If ribs aren't your thing, there will also be chicken with all the fixins'. > > > 2. Another great event on August 9th is the BC Wrestling Open 64 Team Cornhole Tournament at the Greene Cove Tiki Hut. Registration begins at noon and the tournament starts at 1 pm. $30 team 1st place - $500. > > 3. Come to the Clambake on August 16th at the Greene Cove Tiki Hut. Food will begin at 1pm and entertainment will start shortly after that! > > 4.August 23 is the day of the East Beth Two Firemens - Strive to Survive Golf Outing at Carmichaels Golf Club. If you would like more information on this even please contact Matt Babko at 724-377-1660. > > 5. Greene Cove Party at the Point plus 64 team cornhole tournament will take place on August 31st. Final registration will be at noon and the tournament starts at 1pm. Entertainment and food will also be provided! This even is sponsored by BeeGraphix and Greene Cove. > > > > News from Morgantown > 1. 1st Annual Motown Mac N' Cheese Cook-off will be held on Saturday August 9th from 2pm-5pm at the Spruce Street Marketplace Pavilion. Ever wonder if your Mac N' Cheese recipe has what it takes to be named best in town? Want to know which of Morgantown's finest restaurants reigns supreme? Join us for the 1st Annual Motown Mac N' Cheese Cook-off! Enjoy activities for the whole family! Taste the best professional and hometown cooks have to offer. Find out the latest on our competitors vendors, entertainment and tickets by visiting our website http://www.motownmacncheese.com/ > > 2. The All American Family Festival, part of The Shack, will be hosting a Ducky Race on August 9th from 11 am-4 pm with the ducks dropping at 3 pm. > The schedule is as follows: The All American Family Festival is a yearly festival that brings together all kinds of FREE fun for the whole family. This year it's happening August 9th from 11 am-4 pm at the Edith Barril Park in Star City. Mark your calendars and don't forget to purchase some ducks for your chance to win some great prizes including a $1500 first prize! > 10 am 5k Race for FUNds > 11 am Festival Opens! > > * LIVE Music * Free Pony Rides * Bounce Houses * Face Painting * Mr. Twister * Splash Pad * Carnival Games & Prizes * Food * *Little Pirate and Mermaid Make-Overs * Performance by Lil' Jammaz Hip Hop Company, LLC. * Arts & Crafts * 3pm Duck Race > > > 3. Family Fun Festivals at BOPARC will continue through August. Gather the family and celebrate summer BOPARC style with an evening of fun family activities. Family Fun Festivals will feature the BOPARC Art Cart and WVU Healthcare Bounce House from 7pm-9pm with a movie on the jumbo screen starting at dusk (approximately 9pm). August 1st - Jack Roberts Park - Movie: Nut Job and August 15th - Paul Preserve - Movie: Lego Movie > > 4. August 17th at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park, The Riverfront Jazz Festival will take place from 4pm-8pm. This event is hosted from Jazz on the River. In case of inclement weather, the event will move to the Metropolitan Theater. > > 5. BOPARC is hosting a Triathlon for Kids on Saturday August 23rd. The details include: Marilla Park at 9am > For children ages 3-12 > Registration is available online, in person and by mail (until August 8th) and closes on August 15th. We will not be accepting race day registrations. > > Early Bird Registration (Before Aug 1) $20 > Regular Registration (Aug 1-15) $25 > > 2014 Updates and Reminders: > - T-shirts are only guaranteed to participants registered by August 1st > - Regular Registration must be done in person or online. NO MAIL IN REGISTRATIONS ACCEPTED AFTER AUGUST 8TH. > - Registration closes August 15th > > > Other News on the Mon > 1. The Country Roads Cyclists' July-August Ride Schedule is now available at: www.crcyclists.org/crc_rides_sched.pdf > > 2. The FALL 2014 MOUNTAINEER AUDUBON BIRD WALKS schedule is now out! > All walks are free and will be on Saturdays except as noted. They will only be canceled for extremely inclement weather. Bring binoculars and dress appropriately for the weather. For more information, contact Terry Bronson, bronsonwv(a)gmail.com or 304-225-0999, except as indicated for the Dec. 6 walk. Some walks to consider are: Aug. 23-Prickett's Fort State Park. 8:00 am at rail trail parking lot next to fort. Terry Bronson, leader and Dec. 20-Morgantown Christmas Bird Count. Contact LeJay Graffious, compiler, to volunteer at lejaygraffious(a)gmail.com. > > > Recurring Events > Wed The Monongahela River, Railroad, and Transportation Museum, Brownsville > > For more information about upcoming events in the > River Town and surrounding communities, please visit our event calendar! > Contact Info > info(a)monrivertowns.com > 412.481.9400 > > The River Town Program is a project of Pennsylvania Environmental Council and supported in part by the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation > > Forward this email > > > > This email was sent to crcyclists.info(a)gmail.com by info(a)monrivertowns.com | > Update Profile/Email Address | Rapid removal with SafeUnsubscribe™ | Privacy Policy. > > > River Town Program | 716 Oden Street | Confluence | PA | 15424 > > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "COUNTRY ROADS CYCLISTS" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to CRcyclists+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. > To post to this group, send email to CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

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New Bike Parking at HSC rear loading dock
by Abildso, Christiaan 04 Aug '14

04 Aug '14

Undercover, brand new, and already being utilized! [Embedded image permalink]

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Re: [Bikeboard] bike sharing
by Gunnar Shogren 01 Aug '14

01 Aug '14

I'm including the Morgantown Bike Board. Best way to find out what the board has and is doing is to simply ask them. Have at it folks! On Fri, Aug 1, 2014 at 9:47 AM, Kelli LaNeve <LaNeve(a)busride.org> wrote: > Good Morning Gunnar, > > > > My name is Kelli LaNeve and I am a Mobility Coordinator with Mountain Line > Transit. I received your contact information from Bill Austin with the > Morgantown Monongalia MPO. I am wanting to talk with you about biking in > our community and your ideas about how to further the process of getting > people out of the personal autos and onto bikes. In a couple of weeks, I > will be attending a meeting to discuss possible funding for mobility options > in our area. Obviously funding is never a guarantee but I would like to be > as informed as I can with what other the Bike Board is doing to encourage > bike use. Basically, I would like to get up to speed with how and what the > Board is doing to promote bike use. > > > > I have done some research on different bike share programs such as Alta and > Capitol Bikeshare and how to implement a bikeshare program. I have also > researched bike trains and some of the barriers on biking. I was wondering > if we could meet to discuss some of your ideas as well. > > > > I look forward to hearing from you. > > > > Regards, > > > > Kelli LaNeve > > Mobility Coordinator > > Mountain Line Transit > > 420 DuPont Road > > Morgantown, WV 26501 > > (304) 296-3680 > > laneve(a)busride.org > >

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South Bike Club
by mwthorne＠access.k12.wv.us 31 Jul '14

31 Jul '14

Dear Mgtn Bike Board, First, I want to thank the Bike Board for donating the bike rack this past school year to our program at South Middle. It was a welcome addition to the single rack that we had. The donated rack helped us manage the large number of bikes dropped off by families in the AM for their children to ride with the club after school. The South Bike Club had 78 active members this past school year. That is slightly over 10% of the entire South student population of about 750. We also have 7 teachers active and a partnership with WVU Science Behind the Sport. We rode at least once a month, except January (too much snow). Rides included South to Star City and back, a few rides on single track in White Park, South to Uffington Bridge and back and our annual field trip during the school day from Reedsville down Deckers and finishing at South (22 miles). Also this past year a former club member worked on an Eagle Scout project to improve South's bike parking. He designed and built a new bike pad behind the shcool installing two new racks and reconditioning the Bike Boards donated rack giving us the capability to park 80 bikes. We feel that we are the most bike friendly school in the county! Along with South, the Alternative Learning Center at Milam Park also has an active bike program. And this year, University High has a new faculty member who is well versed in all things biking--Ryan Stocking. And finally, South Bike Club is always in need. If there are any bikes that the Board knows of that are operable we usually have a few kids needing to borrow from the club. We currently have only two loaner bikes and every ride we must turn away a few kids who do not have a bike or whose bike is not in a operable condition. Also, we are always in need of $. We feed the children after each ride and we need to purchase equipment- tubes, helmets and such. If the Board knows of any businesses and / or indivduals who would care to help support in any way please have them contact me at mwthorne(a)access.k12.wv.us or at 304-777-7567 during school hours (7am to 2:30pm). I am again doing a fund raiser for the club. In October I run the WV Trilogy on Spruce Knob 94.1 miles in three days. I ask for $ per mile, so pass that on to anyone you think would be interested. Again, thank you for the rack and your support. Hope to see you on the trail. Come ride with the club any time. Mark Thorne

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BikeMorgantown.com visits?
by Derek Springston 29 Jul '14

29 Jul '14

Gunnar, Do we know how many people are visiting the BikeMorgantown.com website daily, weekly, month, or yearly? Bike Board, I was realizing that the news section isn't very up to date and wondered if there is any interest from the Bike Board in making this page and the whole website more active if: (1) we currently get alot of traffic on it, or (2) we decide that we could push it out and make it more of a resource to the community. I wouldn't mind posting some stuff from time to time. Thoughts? Volunteers? ~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 **“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” -John F. Kennedy*

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Fwd: Regional Trail Network "WV Link" Meeting Agenda
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Jul '14

26 Jul '14

Those of you interested in trails might want to attend this. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "mary_small6(a)yahoo.com" <mary_small6(a)yahoo.com> > Date: July 26, 2014 12:11:49 PM EDT > To: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com > Subject: Fwd: Regional Trail Network "WV Link" Meeting Agenda > > > Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE DROID > > > -------- Original Message -------- > Subject: Regional Trail Network "WV Link" Meeting Agenda > From: Kelly Pack <kellyp(a)railstotrails.org> > To: dnrallen(a)zoominternet.net," kmabbott(a)suddenlink.net" <kmabbott(a)suddenlink.net>," ksadams(a)zoominternet.net" <ksadams(a)zoominternet.net>," baustin(a)labyrinth.net" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>,"baustin(a)moncpc.org " <baustin(a)moncpc.org>,ella(a)montrails.org," abellotte(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com" <abellotte(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com>," Mara_boggs(a)manchin.senate.gov" <Mara_boggs(a)manchin.senate.gov>," jchristie(a)thrashereng.com" <jchristie(a)thrashereng.com>," dcomer(a)harrisoncountywv.com" <dcomer(a)harrisoncountywv.com>," fpdaniels(a)hughes.net" <fpdaniels(a)hughes.net>,"i79dc.org(a)gmail.com " <i79dc.org(a)gmail.com>,billbikes(a)hotmail.com," TDavidFranklin(a)gmail.com" <TDavidFranklin(a)gmail.com>,"jhall(a)regionvi.com " <jhall(a)regionvi.com>,"Patty_Hawkins(a)rockefeller.senate.gov " <Patty_Hawkins(a)rockefeller.senate.gov>,"tracy.higgins(a)movrc.org " <tracy.higgins(a)movrc.org>,"donnah(a)nationalroadpa.org " <donnah(a)nationalroadpa.org>,"wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net " <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>,Patrick Kirby <Patrick.Kirby(a)mail.wvu.edu>," llkbike(a)yahoo.com" <llkbike(a)yahoo.com>,"knousejohn(a)gmail.com " <knousejohn(a)gmail.com>,"mlewis(a)parkersburgcvb.org " <mlewis(a)parkersburgcvb.org>,tmski44(a)aol.com," planning(a)fairmontwv.gov" <planning(a)fairmontwv.gov>,Eric Oberg <eric(a)railstotrails.org>,Kelly Pack <kellyp(a)railstotrails.org>," Peggy_Pings(a)nps.gov" <Peggy_Pings(a)nps.gov>,"lostinbolivia(a)gmail.com " <lostinbolivia(a)gmail.com>,jselin(a)hotmail.com," sselin(a)wvu.edu" <sselin(a)wvu.edu>,"mary_small6(a)yahoo.com " <mary_small6(a)yahoo.com>,k.spellman(a)wvhub.org," rwatson(a)harrisoncountywv.com" <rwatson(a)harrisoncountywv.com>," JWhitmore(a)Parkersburg-WV.com" <JWhitmore(a)Parkersburg-WV.com>," kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com" <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>," kwyrosdick(a)fairmontwv.gov" <kwyrosdick(a)fairmontwv.gov>," rmyeager(a)Parkersburg-WV.com" <rmyeager(a)Parkersburg-WV.com>," acamp(a)pecpa.org" <acamp(a)pecpa.org> > CC: > > Good evening, > > We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday afternoon in Clarksburg for the "WV Link" regional trail network meeting. So far, nearly 40 people have registered to attend, representing more than 20 organizations and municipalities (see list below). Expect to see old friends and make new ones! > > The meeting agenda is attached for your reference. Please note that our meeting location is 305 Washington Ave. in Clarksburg. The sign on the building says "Uptown Event Center" and there is a hanging sign that says "PWA of Harrison County." On-street and paid parking is immediately adjacent. Light refreshments will be served. > > In the meantime, please don't hesitate to forward the invitation to colleagues or friends who might also contribute to the conversation. And let us know if you have any questions. > > Have a great weekend, > Kelly Pack > > Confirmed representatives from: > City of Fairmont, Planning and Development > City of Morgantown, Council > City of Parkersburg, Development > City of Clarksburg, Public Works Department > Country Roads Cyclists > Country Trails Bikes, LLC/The Cairo Supply Co. > Fayette County (PA) on Sheepskin Trail > Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau > Harrison County Commission > Harrison County Parks and Recreation > I-79 Development Council > Marion County Parks and Recreation Commission (MCPARC) > Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Council > Mon River Trails Conservancy > Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization > North Bend Rails-to-Trails Foundation > Northern WV Brownfields Assistance Center > Office of US Senator Jay Rockefeller > Office of US Senator Joe Manchin > Rails-to-Trails Conservancy > Region VI Planning and Development Council > Thrasher Engineering > WV Community Development Hub > WV Rails-to-Trails Council >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fw: Letter: "We're All in this Together"
by Chip Wamsley 24 Jul '14

24 Jul '14

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Well put Christiaan !!! ---- Original Message ---- From: "Christiaan Abildso" cabildso(a)yahoo.com Sent: 7/23/2014 9:43:49 AM To: "Frank Gmeindl" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com, "Jonathan Rosenbaum" jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org, "Bike Board - Morgantown" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Fw: Letter: "We're All in this Together" FYI...just sent to DP On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 10:43 AM, Christiaan Abildso cabildso(a)yahoo.com wrote: I am your friend, your neighbor, a patron of your business, a volunteer in the community. I am a father, a husband, a son, an uncle, a brother. I live and work in Morgantown, and believe it is a great place with great people. I have chosen to raise my family here. I also ride a bike to get to work. You have probably seen me in town wearing my orange jacket. I am so thankful that my fellow Morgantown residents and WVU students that share our community treat me so well. I don't ride to slow drivers down but I know that waiting to pass me can sometimes be a brief inconvenience. Regardless of what you think about people that ride bicycles, please remember we are humans, we have families, and we are just trying to get somewhere. We know every time we ride that one inattentive driver or one pothole could lead to a potentially fatal situation. Please be patient just like you would be behind a large truck or a friend riding a bike, the 5-10 second potential delay wont kill anyone, but an impulsive, impatient move may kill me or you. It's not "us against you." We're all in this together. We're all residents of this great community and users of the transportation system. The next time we as drivers are deciding whether to pass a bicyclist we should think "I wonder if he or she has kids," it may help us decide how to treat the person on the bike. My family and I thank you. Christiaan Abildso 233 Wagner Road Morgantown

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Fw: Letter: "We're All in this Together"
by Christiaan Abildso 23 Jul '14

23 Jul '14

FYI...just sent to DP On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 10:43 AM, Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> wrote: I am your friend, your neighbor, a patron of your business, a volunteer in the community. I am a father, a husband, a son, an uncle, a brother. I live and work in Morgantown, and believe it is a great place with great people. I have chosen to raise my family here. I also ride a bike to get to work. You have probably seen me in town wearing my orange jacket. I am so thankful that my fellow Morgantown residents and WVU students that share our community treat me so well. I don't ride to slow drivers down but I know that waiting to pass me can sometimes be a brief inconvenience. Regardless of what you think about people that ride bicycles, please remember we are humans, we have families, and we are just trying to get somewhere. We know every time we ride that one inattentive driver or one pothole could lead to a potentially fatal situation. Please be patient just like you would be behind a large truck or a friend riding a bike, the 5-10 second potential delay won’t kill anyone, but an impulsive, impatient move may kill me or you. It's not "us against you." We're all in this together. We're all residents of this great community and users of the transportation system. The next time we as drivers are deciding whether to pass a bicyclist we should think "I wonder if he or she has kids," it may help us decide how to treat the person on the bike. My family and I thank you. Christiaan Abildso 233 Wagner Road Morgantown

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Fwd: Monongalia County Green Space Meeting
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 23 Jul '14

23 Jul '14

Some of you may remember the Green Space Coalition that was founded in 1995 <http://www.greenspacecoalition.org/history.php.html>. The West Virginia Land Trust is inviting interested people to discuss many of the noble goals, including/*connecting together green spaces* /at a meeting on July 31, 5 to 7pm, location TBD. -Jonathan -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Monongalia County Green Space Meeting Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2014 16:38:13 -0400 From: Rick Landenberger <rick(a)wvlandtrust.org> Greetings everyone, The West Virginia Land Trust <http://www.wvlandtrust.org/index.html>, represented by Brent Bailey and Rick Landenberger, would like to invite you to a 'meeting of minds' addressing green space opportunities in Monongalia County next Thursday, July 31 from 5 to 7 PM. The focus will be on the green space system in and around Morgantown, but we will consider other Monongalia County green spaces as well. In particular we would like to discuss opportunities to both /connect/ existing green spaces, and /expand/ the system where opportunities exist. Attached is a draft agenda to guide the discussions. Please feel free to pass it around /and invite like-minded people in your respective circles/. I am searching for an appropriate meeting location, and will email the group when that's finalized. In the meantime, put on your green space hats and consider what a 21^st Century Mon County Green Space System might look like. The possibilities are pretty exciting. Please RSVP and let me know if you have any questions. Best, Rick Rick Landenberger, Ph.D. West Virginia University Dept. of Geology and Geography --and-- The West Virginia Land Trust 304-293-9468 304-692-6172 (cell)

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Re: [Bikeboard] DP Editorial
by Bill Austin 20 Jul '14

20 Jul '14

Thanks for sharing. It seems that the DP is heading in the right direction. We are still working on the decision makers. Sent on the new Sprint Network from my Samsung Galaxy S®4. <div>-------- Original message --------</div><div>From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> </div><div>Date:07/20/2014 9:28 AM (GMT-05:00) </div><div>To: Bike Board - Morgantown <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> </div><div>Subject: [Bikeboard] DP Editorial </div><div> </div>Did you see the editorial in today's (Sunday) Dominion Post? The editor says people must get used to sharing the road with bicycles! See attached. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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DP Editorial
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Jul '14

20 Jul '14

Did you see the editorial in today's (Sunday) Dominion Post? The editor says people must get used to sharing the road with bicycles! See attached. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Letter to Editor
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Jul '14

19 Jul '14

The DP published our letter and a letter from Elaine Wolfe in response to Sam Stone's letter. She says bicyclists who can't keep up with traffic are foolhardy, selfish and rude. See attached copy of today's letter to editor. This may be an auspicious time for someone else to write a letter. Some things another letter might state: Bicyclists travel on roads for the same reasons motorists travel on roads. Motorists do not have a right to speed. Bicyclists are traffic. Bicyclists are motorists too. Collect on Wolfe's bet. Rail trail doesn't go everywhere people need to go. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Fwd: OPEN STREETS PGH - Streetside E-News: July 2014
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Jul '14

17 Jul '14

I just heard an ad on WESA "brought to you by BikePgh" promoting Sunday's Open Streets program in Pgh. Cool, huh! Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: July 8, 2014 2:44:11 PM EDT > To: Jennifer Selin <Jennifer.Selin(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Fwd: OPEN STREETS PGH - Streetside E-News: July 2014 > > This could be fun and a benchmark for us. > > Frank > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From: Gene Slevinski <skisk8r(a)hotmail.com> >> Date: July 8, 2014 1:35:49 PM EDT >> To: Sara Walfoort <swalfoort(a)spcregion.org>, ACTA <lynn.manion(a)actapgh.org>, Allegheny County DPW <dave.wright(a)alleghenycounty.us>, Allegheny County Parks <abaechle(a)alleghenycounty.us>, Allegheny County Planning <cgoswick(a)alleghenycounty.us>, Darla Cravotta <darla.cravotta(a)alleghenycounty.us>, Ann Ogoreuc <ann.ogoreuc(a)alleghenycounty.us>, Armstrong Trail <armtrail(a)windstream.net>, ATA <atamail(a)atatrail.org>, ATA Boxx <lboxx2(a)aol.com>, Beaver County Planning <wevans(a)beavercountypa.gov>, Beaver Rowing <cfalkenste(a)phfa.org>, Bike Pgh Eric <erokore(a)bikepgh.org>, Scott Bricker <scott(a)bikepgh.org>, Blairsville <lsg150(a)yahoo.com>, Butler Freeport Trail <butlerfreeporttrail(a)yahoo.com>, Codes Office <code2(a)zoominternet.net>, COP Brashear <melissa.brashear(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us>, DARCee <m-raney(a)mail.com>, doniele Russell <drussell(a)co.lawrence.pa.us>, Eastgate COG <bkrzys(a)eastgatecog.org>, Fayette County <acappella(a)fayettepa.gov>, Thomas Baxter <thomas(a)friendsoftheriverfront.org>, GASP <jamin(a)gasp-pgh.org>, Greene County <chardie(a)co.greene.pa.us>, Greenesboro <greensboropa(a)atlanticbbn.net>, JCauley at FOTR <jeff(a)friendsoftheriverfront.org>, "Mt. Lebanon" <emilliron(a)mtlebanon.org>, MTC <ned(a)washtool.com>, NorthSide <alida(a)pittsburghnorthside.com>, OPDC <efisher(a)opdc.org>, REI <pgrenin(a)rei.com>, Sustainable Pittsburgh <gvinski(a)sustainablepittsburgh.org>, Swissvale <rapp4swissvale(a)gmail.com>, UPMC <hakasev(a)upmc.edu>, Beaver County PC <fmancini(a)beavercountypa.gov>, Brian Krul new <bakrul(a)transystems.com>, "Stephen Patchan City Ped. Coord." <stephen.patchan(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us>, City of Pittsburgh Roberts <patrick.roberts(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us>, Dudash <robertdudash(a)fullservicenetwork.net>, Green <jerrold.green(a)verizon.net>, Ilyssa Manspeizer <ilyssa(a)mwcdc.org>, Jeff <jsi107(a)hotmail.com>, Laura Dombrowsky <ldombrowsky(a)moontwp.com>, LR Kimball Kaikai <sidney.kaikai(a)lrkimball.com>, Marshall Twp <neilmc(a)twp.marshall.pa.us>, McKees Rocks <tvrcek(a)mckeesrocks.com>, McNally <pgh.hiker(a)gmail.com>, Midland Corp <schultebea(a)comcast.net>, MTC Pfeiffer <dennis.pfeiffer(a)pnc.com>, MTCC <cantonmh1(a)yahoo.com>, North Side too <rjhtest(a)aol.com>, ORTC <drvtroia(a)troiaeye.net>, Anthony Boule <aboule(a)pittsburghparking.com>, Paul Svoboda <psvoboda(a)ura.org>, PEC Statewide <bclemenson(a)pecpa.org>, PennHills <hdavidson(a)pennhills.org>, Pings <peggy.pings(a)gmail.com>, Pitt <jthomas(a)bc.pitt.edu>, Richard Meritzer <richard.meritzer(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us>, Pittsburgh Police <melissa.gutch(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us>, Seven Fields <boroughmanager(a)sevenfields.org>, Shaw <mary.shaw(a)gmail.com>, Robin Kamin <ekamin(a)verizon.net>, Sprout Fund <mac(a)sproutfund.org>, "Upper St. Clair" <brilhart(a)twpusc.org>, URA <snemanistanger(a)ura.org>, Washington Co <theakstj(a)co.washington.pa.us>, Washington County Planning <leithauj(a)co.washington.pa.us>, Weil <roy(a)shaw-weil.com>, Westmoreland Smart Growth <jdt15(a)psu.edu>, Arm Trail Backup <rjsteffy(a)yahoo.com>, Arm Trail Mike <mtsits(a)hotmail.com>, Aspinwall <news(a)aspinwallpa.com>, AVTA <hilton(a)clarion.edu>, Baker <cdietrich(a)mbakercorp.com>, Buffalo Twp <johnhaven(a)zoominternet.net>, Carnegie <sbeuter.carnegieboro(a)comcast.net>, Carnegie Boro <kobistek(a)juno.com>, CDM Smith <deanem(a)cdmsmith.com>, CDMSMith Rhodes <rhodesdp(a)cdmsmith.com>, CMH <cmh140(a)pitt.edu>, Collier Twp Mgr <ssirabella(a)colliertwp.net>, Cranberry Twp <joe.shafer(a)cranberrytownship.org>, Edgewood <manager(a)edgewoodboro.com>, Edgeworth <marty.mcdaniel(a)verizon.net>, Etna Boro <meramage(a)etnaborough.org>, Greenways Frawley <greenways(a)ficda.org>, Haysville <rabenner(a)msn.com>, Indiana Trails <trailsrme(a)hughes.net>, Mackin <awiles(a)mackinengineering.com>, Mackin Genter <rwg(a)mackinengineering.com>, Marshall Twp <phutch(a)twp.marshall.pa.us>, McGinty <petermcginty(a)verizon.net>, Moon Township <mgerkey(a)moontwp.org>, Morgantown <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Morgantown Walks <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com>, NA <n0odi(a)yahoo.com>, Pashek <sthompson(a)pashekla.com>, Riverlife Task Force Addy <addy(a)riverlifepgh.org>, Riverlife Task Force Rhonda <rhonda(a)riverlifepgh.org>, Riverlilfe Task Force Bontranger <stephan(a)riverlifepgh.org>, Ruppert <truppert(a)summa-tech.com>, Shaler Twp <trogers(a)shaler.org>, Swissvale Boro <swisadm2(a)hotmail.com>, Wilkinsburg <wyoung(a)alumni.ksg.harvard.edu>, Wilkinsburg CDC ZumFelde <jakob(a)wilkinsburgcdc.org>, ACHD Alaina <aconner(a)achd.net>, "Adam Marshall, D-10" <admarshall(a)pa.gov>, Amie Matson <amatson(a)aplusschools.org>, Barbara Hauge <bhauge(a)upstreetarchitects.com>, Ben Matthews <bmatthews(a)pa.gov>, Borough of Bellvue PD <sentner(a)bellevueboropolice.com>, Brian Letrick <bletrick(a)pa.gov>, Chaney <leannchaney(a)gmail.com>, Dave Scofield <drscofield(a)heinzhistorycenter.org>, DCNR Mattis <amattis(a)state.pa.us>, Emily DeMarco <edemarco(a)publicsource.org>, FHWA <matt.smoker(a)fhwa.dot.gov>, "Greg Primm, Allegheny Township" <primm(a)alleghenytownship.net>, Ingram Boro <dstecko(a)ingramborough.org>, "James Price, Connect" <jprice(a)gspia.pitt.edu>, Kathy Risko CONNECT <risko(a)pitt.edu>, Kathy Stefani <kstefani(a)spcregion.org>, L Dombrowski <ldombrowski(a)moontwp.com>, Lisa Kay Schweyer <lkschweyer(a)spcregion.org>, Loralyn Fabian <loralyn.fabian(a)eastliberty.org>, Moon Twp Reese <jcreese(a)moontwp.com>, North Westmoreland <sean.bridgen(a)psu.edu>, Pam McCloskey <wedigpa(a)hotmail.com>, Pat Richter <prichter(a)pa.gov>, Penn Future <sage(a)pennfuture.org>, Penn Hills Blackwell <cblackwell(a)pennhills.org>, Pine Twp <cfischer(a)twp.pine.pa.us>, "Ren Steele, Allegheny Township" <renmaru(a)gmail.com>, Richland Twp <rtdean(a)zoominternet.net>, Riverlife Task Force Sukernak <jay(a)riverlifepgh.org>, Robinson Twp <dollyc(a)townshipofrobinson.com>, Ross Twp <wjones(a)ross.pa.us>, Shaler Twp <kcreagh(a)shaler.org>, Westmoreland County Ped <blawrence(a)co.westmoreland.pa.us> >> Subject: OPEN STREETS PGH - Streetside E-News: July 2014 >> >> Sara and fellow SPC region participating trail groups and advocates, >> >> As mentioned in the Streetside E-News that you received from Sara Walfoort there was mention of Open Streets initiative throughout the nation. Now we can count Pittsburgh in as one of them. On Sunday, July 20th, 2014, from 8 am to Noon, Pittsburgh will be closing about a half mile of streets and opening them up to the people. NO CARS, NO VEHICLES of any kind. The closures will run from Market Square, to Sixth Ave, to the Clemente Bridge and to PNC Park. >> >> The streets will hold the first "OPEN STREETS PGH" event for people to walk, run, stroll, ride, skate, scooter, and just enjoy the streets! Festivities, all free, will include yoga, zumba, dancing, spinning, Burghman on skates juggling and spinning plates, music, Roller Derby Ladies, climbing wall, hoola hoops, chalk and fun activities for the kids and much, much more. >> >> This is not a race, no start or finish line, no entry fee, it is all FREE for everyone. Come out for a fun Sunday morning and literally "PLAY IN THE STREETS" of downtown Pittsburgh. >> >> Bring the kids, the folks, the grandparents, your friends, the neighbors and their bikes, trikes, strollers, skates, or just your walking shoes! >> >> For the latest info visit the following sites: >> >> http://www.openstreetspgh.com/ >> >> https://www.facebook.com/openstreetspgh >> >> Gene Slevinski >> National Skate Patrol >> Open Streets PGH Committee >> >> >> >> How to Organize an Open Streets Initiative in Your Community >> >> >> More and more cities are seeing the benefits of Open Streets. In 2007, there were less than 10 Open Streets initiatives around the United States. Now, there are over 100. >> >> On a recent Alliance Mutual Aid Webinar, organizers from Tucson,Atlanta, and Oklahoma City shared what it took to make Open Streets happen in their communities. >> >> Learn how advocates from three cities organized Open Streets » >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >

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Letter to Editor
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Jul '14

16 Jul '14

Dear Editor, Please consider publishing the attached letter in this Sunday's edition of The Dominion Post. It supplements Sam Stone's letter, "Code on bike safety calls for sharing road" published last Sunday. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Dominion Post letter
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Jul '14

14 Jul '14

Dear Bicycle Board members, Sam Stone's letter to the editor in yesterday's (Sun 7/13, p. 1-D) prompted me to write the following. Thoughts? > Byline: New Laws Governing Bicycling > > You must slow down and allow at least 3 feet when passing a bicycle. Bicyclists may ride in the middle of a narrow lane. These WV laws became effective last month. (17C-7-3, 17C-11-5) > > For decades, the law has said that bicyclists have the same rights as motorists and must obey the same laws. (17C-11-2) > > According to the American Association of State Highway Traffic Officials, a road must be at least 15 feet wide for a car to safely pass a bicycle without leaving the lane. None of the lanes around here are that wide. > > When overtaking a cyclist, wait until the road ahead is clear and change lanes to pass. That might cost you a few seconds but could save a life. > > > > Frank Gmeindl > > Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board > Sam's letter is attached. BTW, Sam is the BB's legal counsel. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Pedestrian Bridge
by Traci Knabenshue 10 Jul '14

10 Jul '14

In case you haven't seen this! Does anyone know if this was a result of Ped and/or BB push for MAP-21 funds? http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wvdoh-awards-grant-for-deckers-creek-pedestrian… Traci Knabenshue Conservation Specialist 304.293.9500 traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu<mailto:traci.knabenshue@mail.wvu.edu> www.recycle.wvu.edu<http://www.recycle.wvu.edu/> [FacilitiesManage85]

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(no subject)
by Alice Vernon 06 Jul '14

06 Jul '14

http://www.clegal.ca/libraries/domit/cbhealthninfo.php

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Fwd: Buses, Boots, and Bicycles: Getting Safe Routes to School and Student Transportation Departments to Work Together
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Jul '14

01 Jul '14

This should be an interesting webinar: Buses, Boots, and Bicycles: Getting Safe Routes to School and Student Transportation Departments to Work Together Begin forwarded message: > From: Safe Routes to School National Partnership <info(a)saferoutespartnership.org> > Date: July 1, 2014 1:16:41 PM EDT > To: Frank <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Buses, Boots, and Bicycles: Getting Safe Routes to School and Student Transportation Departments to Work Together > Reply-To: Safe Routes to School National Partnership <info(a)saferoutespartnership.org> > > Working with student transportation departments to support a comprehensive school transportation system. > Is this email not displaying correctly? > View it in your browser. > > > On Thursday July 17th, from 2-3 p.m. Eastern, the Safe Routes to School National Partnership is hosting a free webinar: > > Buses, Boots, and Bicycles: Getting Safe Routes to School and Student Transportation Departments to Work Together > > REGISTER HERE: > https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8034185699447539457 > > > Student transportation departments usually focus on busing children to school, but they have the potential to do much more. This webinar will address how collaboration between Safe Routes to School and student transportation departments can enable children to get to school safely, while supporting a comprehensive school transportation system. Speakers will discuss barriers to collaboration, strategies for overcoming those obstacles, and specific ways to work together. The webinar will also showcase a school transportation department that gets kids to school by foot, bicycle, scooter, school bus, and carpool. > > SPEAKERS: > > Michael Martin, Executive Director, National Association for Pupil Transportation > Bob Young, Director of Transportation, Boulder Valley School District > Sara Zimmerman, Technical Assistance Director, Safe Routes to School National Partnership > > This free webinar is part of a series of monthly National Learning Network webinars on topics related to Safe Routes to School and other policy and program initiatives that can increase walking and bicycling to school and in daily life. > > To register for this free webinar, click on this link: > https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8034185699447539457 > > > > Copyright © 2014 Safe Routes to School National Partnership, All rights reserved. > You're receiving this message because you have expressed interest in improving walking, bicycling, and Safe Routes to School. If you no longer wish to receive emails like these, please unsubscribe. > Our mailing address is: > Safe Routes to School National Partnership > 2323 Broadway Ste 109B > Oakland, CA 94612 > > Add us to your address book > > > > > unsubscribe from this list | update subscription preferences | view email in browser > > >

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Fwd: Heavy Trucks Presentation - TOMORROW, 6:30 pm
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Jun '14

24 Jun '14

Tonight's (Tue. 6/24) the night. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Brian McAllister <mountaineer.law(a)gmail.com> > Date: June 23, 2014 11:49:49 PM EDT > To: Brent Bailey <brent.bailey.wv(a)gmail.com>, Susan Case <susancasewv(a)gmail.com>, Alice Meehan <aew107(a)aol.com>, Barb Howe <bhowe(a)wvu.edu>, Barbara Fleischauer <friendsofbarbara(a)gmail.com>, Bill Byrne <bbyrnewv(a)me.com>, Bill Case <billcasewv(a)hotmail.com>, Carroll Wilkinson <cwilkins(a)wvu.edu>, Charles DiSalvo <crdisalvo(a)gmail.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, Cindy Ashworth <cashvan(a)aol.com>, Connie McCluskey <constance55(a)frontier.com>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, emily vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, John Gaddis <jgaddis(a)gaddisconsulting.com>, John Lozier <jl(a)harpingforharmony.org>, Katherine Payne <paynekw(a)gmail.com>, Kathy Abate <xuaf(a)aol.com>, Kitty Lozier <clozier(a)labs.net>, Marlene Robinson <cobblersbnch(a)gmail.com>, Matthew Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Miranda Miller <miranda.rae.miller(a)gmail.com>, Missy Malarkey <zonkerzebra(a)yahoo.com>, Nancy Abrams <nabrams6(a)comcast.net>, Ruth Donaldson <acdonalds(a)comcast.net>, "sfallon3(a)comcast.net" <sfallon3(a)comcast.net>, "sharonjgoodman(a)comcast.net" <sharonjgoodman(a)comcast.net>, Sophia Peterson <wvusophia(a)gmail.com>, "stephen.mccluskey(a)mail.wvu.edu" <Stephen.McCluskey(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "wvubassoon(a)hotmail.com" <wvubassoon(a)hotmail.com>, Brian McAllister <bmcallister(a)baileyglasser.com> > Subject: Heavy Trucks Presentation - TOMORROW, 6:30 pm > > Friends - > > Tomorrow evening at City Council's Committee of the Whole, Evan Hansen and I will give a presentation on Safe Streets Morgantown's proposal: the Downtown Business District Heavy Truck Limitation. > > Please attend and let the Council know that Morgantown can, and should, reasonably restrict the movement of heavy trucks in our Downtown Business District. > > We are in the news. > > http://www.morgantownmag.com/morgantown/Web-Exclusives-2014/Safer-Streets/ > > http://thecityofmorgantown.com/ > > http://wajr.com/common/more.php?m=15&r=1&item_id=24871 (I appeared on WAJR this morning with Kay and Jim.) > > > We are on Facebook (Safe Streets Morgantown). > > > Tomorrow night we're headed for City Council. Join us at 6:30. Let's do what we can to improve our city. > > Brian

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Fwd: Truck Traffic in Downtown Morgantown - Your Support Requested
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Jun '14

18 Jun '14

June 24 Council Chambers Begin forwarded message: > From: Brian McAllister <mountaineer.law(a)gmail.com> > Date: June 17, 2014 9:48:38 PM EDT > To: Brent Bailey <brent.bailey.wv(a)gmail.com>, Susan Case <susancasewv(a)gmail.com>, Alice Meehan <aew107(a)aol.com>, Barb Howe <bhowe(a)wvu.edu>, Barbara Fleischauer <friendsofbarbara(a)gmail.com>, Bill Byrne <bbyrnewv(a)me.com>, Bill Case <billcasewv(a)hotmail.com>, Carroll Wilkinson <cwilkins(a)wvu.edu>, Charles DiSalvo <crdisalvo(a)gmail.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, Cindy Ashworth <cashvan(a)aol.com>, Connie McCluskey <constance55(a)frontier.com>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, emily vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, John Gaddis <jgaddis(a)gaddisconsulting.com>, John Lozier <jl(a)harpingforharmony.org>, Katherine Payne <paynekw(a)gmail.com>, Kathy Abate <xuaf(a)aol.com>, Kitty Lozier <clozier(a)labs.net>, "lshamber(a)mix.wvu.edu" <lshamber(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Marlene Robinson <cobblersbnch(a)gmail.com>, Matthew Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Miranda Miller <miranda.rae.miller(a)gmail.com>, Missy Malarkey <zonkerzebra(a)yahoo.com>, Nancy Abrams <nabrams6(a)comcast.net>, Ruth Donaldson <acdonalds(a)comcast.net>, "sfallon3(a)comcast.net" <sfallon3(a)comcast.net>, "sharonjgoodman(a)comcast.net" <sharonjgoodman(a)comcast.net>, Sophia Peterson <wvusophia(a)gmail.com>, "stephen.mccluskey(a)mail.wvu.edu" <Stephen.McCluskey(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "wvubassoon(a)hotmail.com" <wvubassoon(a)hotmail.com>, Brian McAllister <bmcallister(a)baileyglasser.com>, Adelheid Schaupp <empire2000llc(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: Truck Traffic in Downtown Morgantown - Your Support Requested > > All - > > Attached please find the proposal of Safe Streets Morgantown, which we submitted to Council today. > > Please spread the word, share the document, like Safe Streets Morgantown on Facebook, encourage your neighborhood associations to support the measure, encourage business owners to support this measure. Attend the Committee of the Whole on June 24. > > Anyone with questions should feel free to contact me. > > Thanks so much. > > Brian > > > > > > On Fri, Jun 13, 2014 at 9:58 PM, Brian McAllister <mountaineer.law(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Friends - > > > We in Morgantown have, for many years, operated under the impression that our City Council is powerless to regulate large truck traffic in and through our downtown. Many of you are intimately familiar with that traffic and its impacts. > > I submit to you that the West Virginia Code does, in fact, afford municipalities authority to reasonably regulate traffic, even on state roads, within city limits. This being the case, and because we in Morgantown concluded within our Comprehensive Plan that the movement of large trucks through our downtown business district is detrimental to the health and vitality of nearby neighborhoods, as well as to the downtown business district itself, I, with a group of others, will submit a proposed ordinance prohibiting heavy trucks from traveling through the downtown business district (subject to exceptions for police, fire, lawful detours, trucks delivering to destination points within the downtown business district, etc.). > > You will recall that we have addressed this issue on a number of occasions. Previous efforts, however, centered mainly on negotiation; we failed to advance the statutory argument referenced above. The same mistake will not be repeated, and I am reasonably confident that the City Council will be persuaded by our presentation, which is grounded in law, our Comprehensive Plan, and common sense. > > My group will submit the written proposal to City Council in the coming days. We will appear before Council at its Committee of the Whole meeting on June 24 to address any and all questions members of Council might have. It is my intention to convince the City Council to place the proposal on the regular agenda at that time. Community debate will follow, which we welcome. > > Rarely in our City are we faced with an issue so clearly justifying a collaborative effort between our neighborhoods (especially Greenmont, South Park, and Jerome Park) and downtown businesses. Here it is. I ask for your support – vocal support – on this issue. I ask for the support of local business as well. > > Should you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch. Please also feel free to pass this message on to other potential supporters. Most importantly, please join me in City Council chambers on June 24 to show your support for this measure. It's time to show our City Council that we remain dissatisfied with the movement of heavy trucks through our neighborhoods and downtown. It's time to solve the problem. Together, I think we can. > > All my best, > > Brian >

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Fwd: Article in Morgantown Magazine
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Jun '14

16 Jun '14

Articles on bicycling in Morgantown quote Marc Glass, Chip and Bill Austin. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: June 16, 2014 4:46:01 PM EDT > To: <jambie1(a)comcast.net>, "'Wesley Nugent'" <wes(a)wnugent.com>, "'GM Mayor'" <GMMayor(a)WVGranville.com>, "'Jennifer Selin'" <jselin(a)hotmail.com>, "'Marti Shamberger'" <martishamberger(a)comcast.net>, "'Eldon Callen'" <eldonc(a)msn.com>, "'Tom Bloom'" <wingsman1(a)aol.com>, "'Mike Kelly'" <dulaneyoil(a)comcast.net>, <jlgkd1970(a)gmail.com>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, <statler4board(a)hotmail.com>, "'Randy Hudak'" <Randy.Hudak(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Carr, Brian E'" <Brian.E.Carr(a)wv.gov> > Cc: <Moncom(a)aol.com>, "'Jeff Mikorski'" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Abildso, Christiaan'" <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, "'Maria Smith'" <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, "'Penn, Elwood C'" <Elwood.C.Penn(a)wv.gov>, <gmmanager(a)wvgranville.com>, <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, <richard.l.warner(a)wv.gov>, "'Rob Moyer'" <Rob.Moyer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Roy Nutter'" <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'John Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, <jegdeg(a)comcast.net>, "'Terry Hough'" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Fouad Shoukry" <fouad.n.shoukry(a)wv.gov>, "'McDonald, Kevin A'" <Kevin.A.McDonald(a)wv.gov>, <Kevin.Burgess(a)dot.gov>, "'Pennington, Robert'" <Robert.Pennington(a)wv.gov>, "'Tim Ball'" <tball(a)mub.org>, "'Urse, Ray A'" <Ray.A.Urse(a)wv.gov>, "'Clement Solomon'" <csolomon(a)wvu.edu>, <director(a)moncpc.org>, "'Daniel Kimble'" <Daniel(a)morgantownchamber.org>, <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Dorcas, Todd M'" <Todd.M.Dorcas(a)wv.gov> > Subject: Article in Morgantown Magazine > Reply-To: <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > > > MPO Committee Members, > > Please find attached a PDF of two portions of an article on improving Morgantown in this month’s Morgantown Magazine. The articles touch on a variety of transportation issues including expansion of the PRT, enhanced transit service, and the MPO’s Bike Plan. > > I hope that you find this to be interesting reading. Please let me know if you have any questions in this matter or if we may be of any assistance. > > Respectfully, > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 > Morgantown, WV 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives. It is the one that is the most adaptable to change. > > Charles Darwin > > I have noticed even people who claim everything is predestined, and that we can do nothing to change it, look before they cross the road. > > Stephen Hawking > > > > > > > > > From: info(a)moncpc.org [mailto:info@moncpc.org] > Sent: Monday, June 16, 2014 5:07 PM > To: Bill Austin; jing > Subject: Attached Image > > > > > > This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is active. > >

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Fwd: Truck Traffic in Downtown Morgantown - Your Support Requested
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Jun '14

13 Jun '14

Please show up at the June 24 City Council meeting to show your support for an ordinance to limit truck traffic downtown. Begin forwarded message: > From: Brian McAllister <mountaineer.law(a)gmail.com> > Date: June 13, 2014 9:58:31 PM EDT > To: Brent Bailey <brent.bailey.wv(a)gmail.com>, Susan Case <susancasewv(a)gmail.com>, Alice Meehan <aew107(a)aol.com>, Barb Howe <bhowe(a)wvu.edu>, Barbara Fleischauer <friendsofbarbara(a)gmail.com>, Bill Byrne <bbyrnewv(a)me.com>, Bill Case <billcasewv(a)hotmail.com>, Carroll Wilkinson <cwilkins(a)wvu.edu>, Charles DiSalvo <crdisalvo(a)gmail.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, Cindy Ashworth <cashvan(a)aol.com>, Connie McCluskey <constance55(a)frontier.com>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, emily vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, John Gaddis <jgaddis(a)gaddisconsulting.com>, John Lozier <jl(a)harpingforharmony.org>, Katherine Payne <paynekw(a)gmail.com>, Kathy Abate <xuaf(a)aol.com>, Kitty Lozier <clozier(a)labs.net>, "lshamber(a)mix.wvu.edu" <lshamber(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Marlene Robinson <cobblersbnch(a)gmail.com>, Matthew Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Miranda Miller <miranda.rae.miller(a)gmail.com>, Missy Malarkey <zonkerzebra(a)yahoo.com>, Nancy Abrams <nabrams6(a)comcast.net>, Ruth Donaldson <acdonalds(a)comcast.net>, "sfallon3(a)comcast.net" <sfallon3(a)comcast.net>, "sharonjgoodman(a)comcast.net" <sharonjgoodman(a)comcast.net>, Sophia Peterson <wvusophia(a)gmail.com>, "stephen.mccluskey(a)mail.wvu.edu" <Stephen.McCluskey(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "wvubassoon(a)hotmail.com" <wvubassoon(a)hotmail.com>, Brian McAllister <bmcallister(a)baileyglasser.com>, empire2000llc(a)gmail.com > Subject: Truck Traffic in Downtown Morgantown - Your Support Requested > > Friends - > > > We in Morgantown have, for many years, operated under the impression that our City Council is powerless to regulate large truck traffic in and through our downtown. Many of you are intimately familiar with that traffic and its impacts. > > I submit to you that the West Virginia Code does, in fact, afford municipalities authority to reasonably regulate traffic, even on state roads, within city limits. This being the case, and because we in Morgantown concluded within our Comprehensive Plan that the movement of large trucks through our downtown business district is detrimental to the health and vitality of nearby neighborhoods, as well as to the downtown business district itself, I, with a group of others, will submit a proposed ordinance prohibiting heavy trucks from traveling through the downtown business district (subject to exceptions for police, fire, lawful detours, trucks delivering to destination points within the downtown business district, etc.). > > You will recall that we have addressed this issue on a number of occasions. Previous efforts, however, centered mainly on negotiation; we failed to advance the statutory argument referenced above. The same mistake will not be repeated, and I am reasonably confident that the City Council will be persuaded by our presentation, which is grounded in law, our Comprehensive Plan, and common sense. > > My group will submit the written proposal to City Council in the coming days. We will appear before Council at its Committee of the Whole meeting on June 24 to address any and all questions members of Council might have. It is my intention to convince the City Council to place the proposal on the regular agenda at that time. Community debate will follow, which we welcome. > > Rarely in our City are we faced with an issue so clearly justifying a collaborative effort between our neighborhoods (especially Greenmont, South Park, and Jerome Park) and downtown businesses. Here it is. I ask for your support – vocal support – on this issue. I ask for the support of local business as well. > > Should you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch. Please also feel free to pass this message on to other potential supporters. Most importantly, please join me in City Council chambers on June 24 to show your support for this measure. It's time to show our City Council that we remain dissatisfied with the movement of heavy trucks through our neighborhoods and downtown. It's time to solve the problem. Together, I think we can. > > All my best, > > Brian

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No Bike Board Meeting Tomorrow
by Emily Vasile 04 Jun '14

04 Jun '14

Hello Bike Board Members, At our meeting last month, we discussed that the bylaws state that we are required to meet once per quarter. Since we met in May, we discussed and agreed that there is no need to meet again until September (the beginning of the next quarter). Just wanted to send a reminder in case anyone had the meeting on their calendar. Emily

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Fwd: Bike Safety Bill becomes law
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Jun '14

04 Jun '14

Good article for a newspaper but it neglected to mention that cyclists do not have to ride far to the right when the lane is too narrow to share ... As is the case for practically all lanes in WV. Begin forwarded message: > From: Dennis Strawn <dennis.a.strawn(a)gmail.com> > Date: June 4, 2014 at 8:52:59 AM PDT > To: Adam Angelona <adam(a)wvcompanybicycle.com>, Adam Flack <aflack(a)wvonthemove.net>, Andrea Salina <andreathompson31(a)gmail.com>, Anita Mayer <anita.mayer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Breanna Shell <shellb(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Brendan Bell <brendanbell.bell(a)gmail.com>, Bruce Curry <Bruce(a)currydesigngroup.com>, Charles Holley <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>, "chip(a)wamsleycycles.com" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Dale Goff <Dale.goff3(a)gmail.com>, Don Spencer <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, Edgar Barrett <nedbarrett(a)bellsouth.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.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>, "harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net" <harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net>, Isaac Forman <formanir(a)gmail.com>, j underhill <Jfunderhill(a)gmail.com>, Jeffrey Lusk <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>, Jenny Totten <jenny.dawn.totten(a)gmail.com>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, Kate Dobson Forman <katedforman(a)gmail.com>, "Laura M. Dice" <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>, Michael Loughney <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>, Michael Plante <mike(a)planteandassociates.com>, Mike Costello <costellowv(a)gmail.com>, Park Ferguson <parkferg2007(a)yahoo.com>, Patricia Clay <trishc1(a)suddenlink.net>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, Rich Harper <johnscyclery(a)frontier.com>, Scott Sudduth <scottsud(a)gmail.com>, "sryder(a)tgkvf.org" <sryder(a)tgkvf.org>, 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>, "townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com" <townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, weber <xvrweber(a)gmail.com>, "wrnott(a)suddenlink.net" <wrnott(a)suddenlink.net> > Cc: Kasey <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Bike Safety Bill becomes law > > FYI - > > http://www.charlestondailymail.com/article/20140603/DM01/140609753/1298 > > Thanks > Dennis

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LCI Nominees
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 27 May '14

27 May '14

Marilyn was explaining to me at the Positive Spin/CRC ride on Sunday that there is now grant money to train news LCIs. There are two people, both dedicated volunteers from Positive Spin who have expressed an interest. Jennifer Previll, who has taken Traffic Skills 101, and another person who also expressed an interest, and recently taught an introductory class at Health Sciences to help orient new cyclists. However, I want to confirm with him once again before providing his name. Everyone is invited to the next ride departing from the Spin this Sunday at 1pm. This is a family oriented ride for all ages/skills to the Opekiska Dam and then back again. -Jonathan

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FW: New Philadelphia Region Data Dissemination Newsletter!
by David Bruffy 19 May '14

19 May '14

Thought you might find this interesting! David Bruffy, CCTM General Manager Mountain Line Transit Authority 420 DuPont Road Morgantown, WV 26501 Bruffy(a)busride.org WWW.BUSRIDE.ORG www.Twitter.com/MountainLine www.Facebook.com/MountainLine http://www.linkedin.com/pub/dave-bruffy/10/137/488 (304) 296-3680 Office (304) 291-7433 Route Information (304) 291-7429 FAX From: U.S. Census Field Division [mailto:field.division@subscriptions.census.gov] Sent: Monday, May 19, 2014 10:26 AM To: David Bruffy Subject: New Philadelphia Region Data Dissemination Newsletter! 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We hope that the new Data Dissemination Newsletter from the Census Bureau's Philadelphia Region will help to make you aware of new and ongoing data releases, and will encourage you to use the various tools available on census.gov. Whether you are interested in national-level data, or you have a specific Census tract in mind, we likely have the data you need. Don't forget, we can also provide trainings and presentations. Please let us know how we can assist you by reaching out to your state's contact ~ we look forward to hearing from you! PA, DE - Whittona Burrell whittona.r.burrell(a)census.gov<mailto:whittona.r.burrell@census.gov>; Noemi Mendez Eliasen noemi.mendez(a)census.gov<mailto:noemi.mendez@census.gov> MD, DC - Nesreen Khashan nesreen.khashan(a)census.gov<mailto:nesreen.khashan@census.gov> VA - Ally Burleson-Gibson allyson.r.burleson.gibson(a)census.gov<mailto:allyson.r.burleson.gibson@census.gov> TN, KY - Erran Persley erran.f.persley(a)census.gov<mailto:erran.f.persley@census.gov> OH, WV - Tim Sarko timothy.a.sarko(a)census.gov<mailto:timothy.a.sarko@census.gov> Biking to Work Increases 60 Percent Over Last Decade <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>[http://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/USCENSUSFD/2014/05/…]<http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIw…><http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> Many U.S. cities are seeing an increase in bicycle commuters, according to a U.S. Census Bureau report<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> released May 8. "Modes Less Traveled — Bicycling and Walking to Work in the United States: 2008-2012<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>," highlights the trends and socio-economic and geographic differences between motorized and nonmotorized commutes. This report — the Census Bureau's first focusing only on biking and walking to work — is one of many that examines specific aspects of commuting, including workplace location, working from home, long commutes and specific travel modes. Biking to Work Highlights The West had the highest rate of biking to work at 1.1 percent, and the South had the lowest rate at 0.3 percent. Men were more likely to bike to work than women were. The rate of bicycle commuting for men was more than double that of women, 0.8 percent compared with 0.3 percent. Those with a graduate or professional degree or higher and those with less than a high school degree had the highest rates of biking to work, at 0.9 and 0.7 percent, respectively. Walking to Work Highlights The Northeast showed the highest rate of walking to work at 4.7 percent of workers. The South had the lowest rate at 1.8 percent. Workers living in core cities walked to work at a rate of 4.3 percent, compared with 2.4 percent for workers in suburbs. Men walked to work at a rate of 2.9 percent compared with 2.8 percent for women. Those with less than a high school degree had the highest rate of walking to work at 3.7 percent, followed by those with graduate or professional degrees at 2.7 percent. ________________________________ Mining, Quarrying, Oil and Gas Extraction Booming, According to First Results from the Census Bureau's 2012 Economic Census The mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector of the economy showed tremendous growth from 2007 to 2012 as the number of establishments rose by 26.4 percent, according to the 2012 Economic Census Advance Report<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> released by the U.S. Census Bureau. Revenue for mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction grew 34.2 percent to $555.2 billion from 2007 to 2012. It also was among the fastest growers in employment as the number of employees rose 23.3 percent to 903,641. The report<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> is the first in a series of industry and geographic area data products. It contains statistics at the national level only for broad industry sectors of the economy, such as energy. New to the 2012 Economic Census, and available later this year, will be information on emerging industries, including solar, wind, geothermal and biomass electric power generation. Among the findings in this report: * The retail trade sector had the most businesses in 2012 (nearly 1.1 million), while the utilities sector had the least (17,804). * The utilities sector achieved the highest average revenue per establishment in 2012 of more than $29 million per establishment. * The health care and social assistance sector continued to have the most employees with more than 18 million in 2012, an increase of more than 10 percent or 1.8 million people from 2007. This is the highest numerical increase of employees in any sector published in the advance report. Economic census statistics will be released over a two-year period, through June 2016. Statistics at the local level, including information for more than 5,000 communities not available from previous economic censuses, will be available starting in February 2015. Reference information about the economic census, including a data release schedule<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>, is available on the 2012 Economic Census home page<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. Users can sign up to receive alerts when particular industry or geographic reports are released via the soon to be available economic census GovDelivery service at business.census.gov<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. ________________________________ Adopted Children More Likely to Live in Highly Educated Home [http://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/USCENSUSFD/2014/05/… percent of adopted children under age 18 lived with a householder with a graduate or professional degree, according to American Community Survey statistics available in a new report released by the U.S. Census Bureau. In comparison, 12 percent of biological children and 6 percent of stepchildren lived with a householder with at least one of these degrees. The report, Adopted Children and Stepchildren: 2010<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>, examines the characteristics of adopted children and stepchildren and the parents they live with using multiyear data from the American Community Survey<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> (2009-2011) in addition to the 2010 Census<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> and the 2012 Current Population Survey<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. In 2010, of the 64.8 million children of the householder under age 18, 93 percent were the biological children of the householder, 4 percent were stepchildren and 2 percent were adopted children. ________________________________ [https://admin.govdelivery.com/system/images/22705/original/Census%20logo%20…] Questions? 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Bike to Work Day Photo
by Emily Vasile 17 May '14

17 May '14

Hi All, Thanks to everyone who showed up to bike to work this morning! Coffee and delicious treats were enjoyed from The Grind, beer tickets from Black Bear were handed out, and one lucky winner will enjoy a $20 gift certificate from Real Juice. Enjoy warm rides ahead this summer! Best, Emily

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Transportation is a significant source of GHG in Morgantown
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 16 May '14

16 May '14

I attended Green Night (May 15) to hear Downstream Strategies report on their initial results of Morgantown’s Greenhouse Gas Inventory (Phase I of the project). The most interesting statistic that I took from the presentation was that transportation (diesel and gas based) is the 2nd most significant source of greenhouse gas emissions in Morgantown, only Morgantown Energy Associates power plant along the rail trail produces more GHG. There are nearly 1 billion vehicle miles travelled (VMT) per year within the City limits! -Jonathan

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Bike to Work Day - Friday, 5/16 @ Hazel Ruby McQuain Park
by Emily Vasile 16 May '14

16 May '14

Bike Board: Bike to Work Day is happening-- next Friday, 5/16! Starting at 7:45am at Hazel Ruby, riders can enjoy coffee and baked goods provided by the Daily Grind, pick up a coupon for a free beer from Black Bear (perhaps to enjoy on the ride home), and enter to win a $20 gift certificate from Real Juice. Mayor Selin and fellow Bike Board members will ride towards Star City on the Rail Trail between 8:15 and 8:30. All levels are welcome. Hope to see many of you there. Please spread the word! Emily

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Re: [Bikeboard] VFW Support Letter - Please review and Comment ASAP.
by Chip Wamsley 12 May '14

12 May '14

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n To all, Since the bike board is part of the Morgantown Traffic Commission and a city entity I think it would be a conflict of interest to write a letter of recommendation for a private party appearing before another city board. I'm sure Lisa Mardis didn't approach the parking commission to get a letter of recommendation based on the number of parking spaces they propose to provide. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Sent: 5/8/2014 8:41:23 PM To: "Derek Springston" dspringston(a)gmail.com Cc: "Bike Board - Morgantown" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] VFW Support Letter - Please review and Comment ASAP. Derek, You are correct, Morgantown Ordinance 1349.08 PARKING AND LOADING STANDARDS. C. Bicycle Storage, http://www.conwaygreene.com/Morgantown/lpext.dll?f=templatesfn=main-hit-h.h… requires One (1) indoor, secured, sheltered bicycle storage space per dwelling unit. I don't know what the BB was thinking when we wrote this but I'm guessing we were thinking a dwelling unit had 2 beds rather than 4. Anyway, providing 101 bicycle parking spaces for 368 residents doesn't excite me enough to personally make any effort to support this project. While your write up is very thorough, I don't think the BB has standing to discuss more than the bicycling-relevant aspects of building projects. I understand that the building is 11 stories and that Morgantown Fire Department is not equipped to reach the top floor(s). There was an article in the Dominion Post recently that stated the number of square feet the building will provide and the number of residents it would house. I did a computation on a napkin and got 70 square feet/resident. I think these are problems. If we're going to write a letter, I think it should be limited to supporting adequate secure bicycle parking. FYI, after Chip and I spent many hours working with Chris Fletcher to define recommendations for secure bicycle parking at Beechview Plaza that ended up being a key card access cage containing inverted U-racks that Chris told us the developer agreed to install now, all I see is a single wavy rack stuck in the corner of the second car parking level. Nevertheless, I personally think Beechview Plaza is an excellent project, much better thought out than what I see from the pdf you provided but yet, I'm glad my name isn't on a letter of support for Beechview Plaza. What does the Bicycle Board think? Frank On May 8, 2014, at 4:11 PM, Derek Springston wrote: Frank, Ok. Thanks for letting me know. Well, the Zoning Code states that there is to be one parking space per unit. There are 92 units, so unless I'm missing something, it looks like they're provided more than they are required. I also heard other concerns about the project, but wanted to provide the BB with the reasons why it would be supported and to gather whether the issues were serious enough to not support it. We'll see what others say. I can see both sides of the coin, and will wait to see if there is enough consensus to support as a Bike Board. Thanks for the reply. ~Derek On Thu, May 8, 2014 at 3:37 PM, Frank Gmeindl frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net wrote: I do not have time right now to give this sufficient review. I don't think 101 bike parking spaces for 368 residents even meets the bicycle parking code that the BB wrote and the city implemented. I understand this project has other serious issues that we should understand before supporting it. Frank On May 8, 2014, at 2:55 PM, Derek Springston dspringston(a)gmail.com wrote: Bike Board Members, At the last meeting I was asked/volunteered to write a support letter on behalf of the BB for the potential Campus Acquisitions development that is being proposed on the VFW Property at 494 Spruce Street. I need you to: 1. Read the letter and determine if it's ok to support the project on behalf of the Bike Board 2. Review for any content issues 3. Since we have no Chairman, who should sign it? 4. Let me know prior to 5pm, if possible. There is a Planning Commission meeting tonight that I'd love to have it sent prior to. If there are serious concerns though, I can hold off as long as we get it there soon. There is also a May 21st meeting, and I plan to deliver a copy prior to that as well. These are being sent to Chris Fletcher, Morgantown Director of Development Services and Stacy Hollar, Executive Secretary. I've also attached a copy of the plans for the project and the 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 VFWSupportLetter_2014_05_08.docx CA_VFW_Plans.pdf _______________________________________________ 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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VFW Support Letter - Please review and Comment ASAP.
by Derek Springston 08 May '14

08 May '14

Bike Board Members, At the last meeting I was asked/volunteered to write a support letter on behalf of the BB for the potential Campus Acquisitions development that is being proposed on the VFW Property at 494 Spruce Street. I need you to: 1. Read the letter and determine if it's ok to support the project on behalf of the Bike Board 2. Review for any content issues 3. Since we have no Chairman, who should sign it? 4. Let me know prior to 5pm, if possible. There is a Planning Commission meeting tonight that I'd love to have it sent prior to. If there are serious concerns though, I can hold off as long as we get it there soon. There is also a May 21st meeting, and I plan to deliver a copy prior to that as well. These are being sent to Chris Fletcher, Morgantown Director of Development Services and Stacy Hollar, Executive Secretary. I've also attached a copy of the plans for the project and the 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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Fwd: May TC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 07 May '14

07 May '14

Who's going to the May 7 TC meeting? The University Av. corridor study (see attached) should be interesting. "A designated share the road on lowe volume streets would be helpful for bicycles". WTF? How about widening the uphill side from Riverviiew to North Av.? Or, restoring the bike route down the Law School hill through the med parking lot and over Oakland St. A bicycle boulevard between Sunnyside and Gilmore would be nice. Oh, and are they really making Evansdale Dr. one-way downhill to Mon Blvd. How do you spell clueless? Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: May 2, 2014 at 10:30:22 PM EDT > To: williameblosser(a)gmail.com, Margaret Stout <margaret.stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, martin dombrowski <martin.dombrowski(a)gmail.com>, Lisa Mardis <6thwardtc(a)gmail.com>, Robert Jones <rjoneswvu(a)gmail.com>, micynster(a)gmail.com, cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu, david.mckain(a)gmail.com, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Susan Sullivan <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Bethany Sypolt <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Linda Little <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org, Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: May TC Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Attached is the agenda for May 7th's Traffic Commission Meeting. We will meet in City Council Chambers at 6:30pm. If you have any questions or comments please feel free to give me a call. Thank you. > > 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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May Bike Board Meeting
by Emily Vasile 02 May '14

02 May '14

Hi All, Who plans to attend the bike board meeting this Thursday? Please send agenda items - upcoming events, progress on grant applications, project updates, etc. Bike to Work Day is Friday, May 16th-- http://bikeleague.org/content/bike-month-dates-events-0! Thanks, Emily

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Fwd: Todd May First Responders Fair
by Frank Gmeindl 01 May '14

01 May '14

Once again, we have an opportunity to enhance our relationship with police, other emergency responders and the community. Fit helmets on kids 10 am - 2 pm Sat. May 17 at Walmart, University Town Center, Granville. Last year, Marilyn Newcome, Steve Harouff and Geoff Fusco helped give away 300 helmets. This year, Ryan Serritella anticipates 1,000. Please contact Kelly Mascola at 304-225.5990 or kamascola(a)fcclaw.net . 4ank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Ryan Serritella" <ryan(a)groupmatrix.com> > Date: April 17, 2014 4:24:06 PM EDT > To: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com> > Cc: <kamascola(a)fcclaw.net>, <ariel(a)groupmatrix.com>, <SBfarmer(a)fcclaw.net> > Subject: Todd May First Responders Fair > > Hi Frank, > > It was good speaking with you yesterday. As discussed, we will be participating in the Todd May First Responders Fair again this year. We welcome all the support we can get fitting helmets. > > It’s in a Walmart parking lot this year so we plan on being very busy. The more Bike Morgantown people the merrier! Please coordinate volunteers through Kelly Mascola at FCC’s Morgantown office. She can be reached at 304-225.5990 or kamascola(a)fcclaw.net. > > Todd May First Responders Fair Info: > > Monongalia County emergency response agencies invite you to join them on… > SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2014 > 10:00am to 2:00pm > University Town Center Walmart, Granville > FREE admission, FREE parking, and lots of FREE material and prizes!!! > Each child will be given a FREE bicycle helmet provided by > Farmer, Cline, and Campbell Law Office > Police cars, Fire trucks, Ambulances, and more! > Event sponsored by: > Monongalia County Homeland Security Emergency Management Agency, Farmer Cline & Campbell Law Office, Walmart, & WV Radio > https://www.facebook.com/events/303306309821993/?ref=22 > > Thanks again! > > Ryan Serritella > GROUP MATRIX > (518) 724-3732 office > (866) 901-8111 fax > ryan(a)groupmatrix.com > www.groupmatrix.com > > GROUP MATRIX is the #1 firm in Personal Injury Advertising and Practice Management. > For nearly 30 years, we have been developing America’s largest and most successful Personal Injury practices. > We currently serve over 50 cities, representing the most visible and dominant names. > CEO Richard Sackett is a CLE and AAJ guest speaker and is often retained as an expert on attorney advertising regulation. > To learn more, visit www.groupmatrix.com or email ryan(a)groupmatrix.com. >

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Fwd: FW: VFW project
by Derek Springston 30 Apr '14

30 Apr '14

BB folks, Lisa Mardis requested that I forward her email below. She is requesting that at least a few BB members show up to a May 8th Planning Commission Meeting and/or May 21st Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting to show support for the VFW project that aims at installing 100+ bicycle parking spots due to B4 zoning in a development on the property. Please place this on the agenda, so we can determine who supports the project and who will attend one or both meetings. Thanks, ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Derek Springston <Charles.Springston(a)mail.wvu.edu> Date: Wed, Apr 30, 2014 at 4:01 PM Subject: FW: VFW project To: "dspringston(a)gmail.com" <dspringston(a)gmail.com> *C. Derek Springston, M.S.* Brownfields Program Associate Northern West Virginia Brownfields Assistance Center West Virginia Water Research Institute 385 Evansdale Drive; PO Box 6064; 201P NRCCE Building Morgantown, WV 26506-6064 Phone: 304-293-7068; Fax: 304-293-7822 Email: Charles.Springston(a)mail.wvu.edu Website: www.wvbrownfields.org *From:* Lisa Mardis [mailto:lisa.k.mardis@gmail.com] *Sent:* Wednesday, April 30, 2014 3:57 PM *To:* Derek Springston *Subject:* VFW project I wanted to let you know that the VFW project is going before the Planning Commission on Thursday, May 8th and the Board of Zoning Appeals Wednesday, May 21st at 6:30 PM. Would you mind sharing this with the Bike Board? There were a couple people that said they may come and support the project. Thank you so much!!! Lisa -- *Lisa K. Mardis* *Project Management Services* *160 Fayette Street, Suite 101* *Morgantown, WV 26505* *304.212.5256 <304.212.5256> office* *304.692.7116 <304.692.7116> Cell* *www.lisamardis.com <http://www.lisamardis.com>* The information contained in this message is privileged and/or confidential information intended only for the use of the individual(s) named above. This communication may contain information that is proprietary, privileged or confidential. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, copying, or printing of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please delete this message from your system. -- *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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Fwd: FW: "My Bike" - Children's charity in-service wed 5/14
by Derek Springston 28 Apr '14

28 Apr '14

Bike Board Members, I vaguely remember Jonathan Rosenbaum mentioning the My Bikes program. Today, Mmy wife recommended that I send this to the Bike Board in case you wish to be involved or are involved in this. Please consider attending the My Bike Program event that creates adaptive bikes for children and adolescents. Thanks, ~Derek *Free adaptive bicycles* for WV children and adolescents. Everyone is welcome to attend an In-service Wed 5/14/14 12:15 HealthSouth - MountainView Main Classroom Hello clinical team, I would like to take a minute to introduce you to an upcoming opportunity that HealthSouth MountainView has been given, in assisting pediatric and adolescents with special needs to receive individually custom/adapted bicycles through a program offered by Variety, the children's charity. The "My Bike" program provides bicycles to qualifying families and information is shared on the attached fact sheet. The program has been so successful in PA, that the "My Bike" program has now been launched in West Virginia. HealthSouth MountainView is looking forward to presenting an in-service about this program at the date/time indicated on the attached flyer. In addition as a recognized local provider of Inpatient and Outpatient Pediatric rehabilitation, we hope to become a local "fitting" location for children who will be receiving these adapted bicycles. PLEASE encourage pediatric team members, out-patient staff and all case managers to attend this in-service to learn more about how easy it is to provide the joy of recreation to children with special needs in West Virginia. *Variety’s “My Bike” Program * *Wheels into West Virginia* *Free adaptive bicycles* for WV children and adolescents. Everyone is welcome to attend an In-service Wed 5/14/14 12:15 Main Classroom *RB* Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail communication and any attachments may contain confidential and privileged information for the use of the designated recipients named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this communication in error and that any review, disclosure, dissemination, distribution or copying of it or its contents is prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify me immediately by replying to this message and deleting it from your computer. Thank you. -- *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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Wednesday - Board of Education Candidate Forum
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 22 Apr '14

22 Apr '14

April 23 – LWVMM Hosts Board of Education Candidate Forum <http://www.lwvwv.org/2014/04/22/lwvmm-hosts-board-of-education-candidate-fo…> The League of Women Voters will host a Candidate Forum for the candidates for the Board of Education in Monongalia County on Wednesday, April 23rd, 7 to 9 pm at the Village at Heritage Point. Robert Core, Michael Kelly, Barbara Parsons, and Clarence Harvey are the four candidates vying for three Board seats. The election on May 13 is the final election for the Board of Education; it is not a primary. The three with the most votes will be on the Board of Education. The public is welcome to come and ask questions during the forum, and then mingle with the candidates over refreshments. The Village at Heritage Point is off Pineview Drive, off the road to Mon General Hospital. pdf iconBoard of Education Candidate Forum Flyer <http://www.lwvwv.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Board-of-Education-Forum-fl…>

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Morgantown LE NSE Safe Community
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 20 Apr '14

20 Apr '14

http://wvutoday.wvu.edu/n/2014/04/14/wvu-city-of-morgantown-begin-process-t… West Virginia University and the greater Morgantown area have submitted a letter of intent to be the first joint National Safety Council “Safe Community.” Morgantown and WVU would join nearly 30 towns in the country by becoming a “Safe Community.” It would the first designated “Safe Community” in West Virginia and the first joint “Safe Community” between a university and a town. Safe Communities America, a program of the National Safety Council, exists to promote safety and well-being in towns across the country. They bring businesses, civic organizations, local government, non-profits and residents together to build a safer community for all to enjoy. WVU President Gordon Gee and city and county officials signed a letter today (April 14), committing to the submission of an official application within the next year. “The value added of a University devoted to the well-being of the town and state where it lives is among the most important callings of a university, particularly one designated by its mission as a land-grant university,” Gee said. “This is another step in West Virginia University and the Morgantown community working more closely together.” According to a study by the National Safety Council, these “Safe Communities” lower fatal injury rates by a significant amount, with an average 10 percent reduction of intentional and unintentional injuries. “We are all working toward the common goal of improving the quality of life for our community members,” said Colleen Harshbarger, director of the WELLWVU Office of Wellness and Health Promotion and co-chair. “The successful ‘Safe Communities’ process will not only result in better outcomes related to safety and well-being, but will also form lasting collaborative relationships. There’s so much talent in Greater Morgantown, I believe we will make great strides in our common goals by bringing people together in a way that will benefit all.” Becoming a “Safe Community” will give Morgantown and WVU access to various benefits, including programs to evaluate and improve current injury prevention, funding opportunities and national recognition, Harshbarger said. As a part of the application process, the group will be collecting injury data that can be used to collaborate and share with others. It will also continue collaboration between the City and University and improve or create programs to address injury patterns and trends in the community. A group of faculty, staff, community members, state and city representatives began to meet last fall to discuss the opportunity of becoming a Safe Community. After completing the application within the next year, a visit to review the greater Morgantown area will take place before it can officially be considered a “Safe Community.” “I believe the ‘Safe Communities’ initiative is a great example of the City and WVU working together on safety issues and solutions in our area,” said Marti Shamberger, deputy mayor of Morgantown and co-chair. “The public will benefit from the preventative measures learned from the information collected.” Morgantown Mayor Jenny Selin said this is another great example of town-gown partnerships at work. “It will benefit all the entities involved by identifying and promoting current best safety practices throughout our area,” Selin said. “We often have expertise in our area, through WVU, one of our hospitals or other public institutions, or private businesses – this certification process allows us to gather and harness these best safety practices for use in our own community.” -WVU- td/04/14/14 CONTACT: Colleen Harshbarger, WELLWVU 304.293.5054, Colleen.Harshbarger(a)mail.wvu.edu - See more at: http://wvutoday.wvu.edu/n/2014/04/14/wvu-city-of-morgantown-begin-process-t…

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Accurate bicycle counts
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Apr '14

19 Apr '14

Who wants to contact Alex Hyde-Wright, Boulder County Assistant Transportation Planner to find out how they are getting accurate bicycle counts by modifying their tube counter system that they've been using to count vehicles? Please see article at : http://www.dailycamera.com/boulder-county-news/ci_25581681/new-count-shows-… I've seen tubes all around town recently and I know they're not counting bikes. The Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan and now the MPO Long Range Transportation Plan both plan bike counts. What are we waiting for? If Boulder can count bikes, so can Morgantown-Monongalia County. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Delaware ditches Share the Road signs
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Apr '14

08 Apr '14

Good article: http://www.bikede.org/2014/04/07/why-share-the-road-is-gone/ > Riding at the right hand edge of a travel lane is an invitation for cars behind to pass. That’s fine. But where a double yellow line also exists, it is very easy for a motorist to interpret the combination of the cyclist at the right hand edge of the lane and the double yellow line separating her lane from the lane of oncoming traffic as an invitation to pass in the travel lane. But on roads where the travel lanes are only 10 or 11 feet, this is a potentially catastrophic misunderstanding. The only way for a motorist to safely pass a cyclist when the travel lane is that narrow is to (at least partially) exit her travel lane (into the lane of oncoming traffic). - See more at: http://www.bikede.org/2014/04/07/why-share-the-road-is-gone/#sthash.o29qkBw…

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Re: [Bikeboard] Last Week's BB meeting?
by Emily Vasile 08 Apr '14

08 Apr '14

Hi All, We did not make progress on selecting a new Chair-person for the Bike Board at our meeting on Thursday. I volunteered to facilitate the meeting next month on 5/1, where that should be the focus of the meeting. Start thinking of nominations and new members! Thanks to Damien for taking notes last week. Please send them out when you have a chance so anyone who was not able to attend can look them over and get caught up. Thanks, Emily On Mon, Apr 7, 2014 at 12:29 PM, Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com>wrote: > Emily, > How'd the rest of the BB meeting go last week? Did we make good progress > on selecting a new Chairman? > > 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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2014 MPO Traffic Count Location
by Jing Zhang 04 Apr '14

04 Apr '14

Bicycle Board Members, As mentioned in meeting last night, the 2014 MPO traffic location map and table are attached for your information. The count will be performed at April 16th and 17th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks, Jing Zhang Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization <http://www.plantogether.org/> www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.413.0297 <mailto:tranplan@labyrinth.net> tranplan(a)labyrinth.net <http://www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan> www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan <http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan> http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan

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February Minutes
by Traci Knabenshue 02 Apr '14

02 Apr '14

?Hi All, Attached are the February minutes. Thanks! Traci

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Fwd: [CRC] HB4304 signed by Gov. March 21; becomes effective June 3, 2014
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Apr '14

02 Apr '14

Begin forwarded message: > From: Bill <billbikes(a)hotmail.com> > Date: April 2, 2014 7:48:37 PM EDT > To: "CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com" <crcyclists(a)googlegroups.com> > Subject: [CRC] HB4304 signed by Gov. March 21; becomes effective June 3, 2014 > Reply-To: CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com > > http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Bill_Status/bills_history.cfm?INPUT=4304&year=… > > House Bill 4304 > > Legislative Session: 2014(RS) > LAST ACTION: > Effective Ninety Days from Passage - (June 3, 2014) > SUMMARY: > Providing rules for motor vehicles passing bicycles on roadways > LEAD SPONSOR: > Wells > SPONSORS: > Guthrie, Skaff, Fleischauer, Skinner, Manypenny, Barill, Smith, R., Walters, Poore, McCuskey > BILL TEXT: > Bill Definitions ? > > > SAME AS: > SB 349 > SB 608 > SUBJECT(S): > Motor Vehicles -- Regulations > ACTIONS: > Description > Date > Journal Page > Effective Ninety Days from Passage - (June 3, 2014) > H > Approved by Governor 3/21/14 - House Journal > 03/14/14 > H > Approved by Governor 3/21/14 > 03/21/14 > S > Approved by Governor 3/21/14 - Senate Journal > 03/14/14 > H > To Governor 3/17/14 - House Journal > 03/14/14 > H > To Governor 3/17/14 > 03/17/14 > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "COUNTRY ROADS CYCLISTS" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to CRcyclists+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. > To post to this group, send email to CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

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March Meeting and Chairperson
by Gunnar Shogren 01 Apr '14

01 Apr '14

Good day folks, It's come to my attention that I'm not going to be able to make it to the March 6th meeting. I'm going to consider this a good time for a new chairperson to be appointed. I suppose this probably isn't the best way for this to be done, but I also guess that it will just have to be. If folks want to meet and discuss this as a group before the meeting or whatever, I'm sure that can be arranged. I'm not resigning from the board, but it is time that we have a real chairperson. Now everyone think a bit, then hopefully get outside to enjoy at least a modicum of this nice weather. Gunnar. Thank you Traci for sending out the latest Action Items. They are being reposted now as a reminder- 223. Traci; Find out if any WVU sustainability interns are interested in serving on the BB 224. Damien; Organize a meeting between city officials and BB to discuss the Law & Order article that will include Damien, someone from the city manager's office, the police chief, Chip, Gunnar, and Traci 230. Damien; Talk to Fred about BFC sign 236. Jing; Send information to BB about October traffic counts and send a list of other suggested intersections for counts 239. Emily; Email BB to ask who is interested in meeting with Clement Solomon at WVU 253. Emily, Marilyn, Gunnar; Review the education components from the Bike Plan to come up with a proposal for Allstate 255. Gunnar, Chip; Volunteered to pull together examples of secure bicycle parking that we can take back to the COW 256. Gunnar; Will check in with Damien to get the label for the secure bicycle parking that's already installed 262. Frank; Send the WV Connecting Communities Powerpoint from the meeting he attended to the BB 263. Combined a few old action items (254., 255., 258.) to make a new one that is 'Collect information COW asked for from Oct 2013 presentation': Emily and Damien are working on pulling together what various data collecting methods we can take back to the COW; APBP guidelines will be used to answer questions about secure bike parking that we recommend for zoning, etc. for the COW and Chris Fletcher 264. Gunnar; Lead development of a concise primer for city police officers that explains why bicyclist lane position is important to record on accident reports that the officers fill out 265. Traci; Look at what entities can apply for TAP funds and let Ryan Stocking know if a Board of Education would be eligible 266. Frank; Resend delegate names and contact information so BB members can call in support for HB 4304 267. BB members who were present; All will contact the various delegates and/or friends to ask for their support of HB 4304 268. Jing; Will send Provis database information so BB members can take a look at it if they like 269. Colin; Will ask Sara Zegre if she'd like to be the BOPARC rep to the BB 270. Colin; Will ask Chris Snider from Wamsley's if he'd like to be on the BB 271. Traci, Gunnar; Will delete projects 6,7, and 8 from individual project list

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Re: [Bikeboard] March Meeting and Chairperson
by Chip Wamsley 31 Mar '14

31 Mar '14

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: "Emily Vasile" emilyvasile(a)gmail.com Sent: 3/30/2014 7:55:37 PM To: "Gunnar Shogren" gshogren(a)gmail.com Cc: "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] March Meeting and Chairperson Hi All, Thanks to Jonathan and Derek for sending agenda items. So far those are the only two who have said they are coming. How about others? Please respond by Tuesday 5pm or I will cancel at that time and give away my Oreos :(. Thanks, Emily Agenda Items Lisa Martis w/ Project Management Services (Derek) Joshua Austin, Manager of "My Bike" West Virginia (Jonathan) Pro Walk/Pro Bike 2013 at Carnegie Mellon University on 9/19/13 Scholarship (Jonathan) Connecting Communities meeting on April 3-4 (Jonathan) Bike Month Activities in May (Gunnar?) Direction of Bike Board New Chair (Emily) On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 3:21 PM, Gunnar Shogren gshogren(a)gmail.com wrote: April meeting is quickly closing in and we have heard nothing, nada, zip, Someone needs to step up and take charge. Bike Month will be here soon. I regret to say that I'm not that person and as such I hereby tender my resignation as Vice Chairman, effective immediately. http://bikemorgantown.com/bikeboard.php * can't get any more official than a web page... Capisce? On Fri, Mar 14, 2014 at 11:40 AM, Gunnar Shogren gshogren(a)gmail.com wrote: On Wed, Mar 5, 2014 at 10:11 PM, Emily Vasile emilyvasile(a)gmail.com wrote: Perhaps folks are still thawing out? I was planning to be there tomorrow (with stale Oreos from the meeting I missed last month). Any kind of Oreo is good. Sounds like finding a new chairperson is top on the list for next meeting. I would say that it needs to be on the top of the list before the meeting! We need to do some rallying of our troops. Indeed. Someone really needs to step up so the BikeBoard can get back on track and move forward. Emily On Wed, Mar 5, 2014 at 8:17 PM, Gunnar Shogren gshogren(a)gmail.com wrote: Looks like we have no real agenda. And no one has stepped up to take the chairperson position. We really need this to happen folks. So since I was only alerted to one agenda item (from Jonathan) I will say that the meeting is not going to happen. It's okay, the TAP folks are having a meeting anyway tomorrow. If anyone wants to join in on that I'm sure they'd be happy to have help. The BB has been thrown under the bus... On Wed, Feb 19, 2014 at 3:36 PM, Gunnar Shogren gshogren(a)gmail.com wrote: Good day folks, It's come to my attention that I'm not going to be able to make it to the March 6th meeting. I'm going to consider this a good time for a new chairperson to be appointed. I suppose this probably isn't the best way for this to be done, but I also guess that it will just have to be. If folks want to meet and discuss this as a group before the meeting or whatever, I'm sure that can be arranged. I'm not resigning from the board, but it is time that we have a real chairperson. Now everyone think a bit, then hopefully get outside to enjoy at least a modicum of this nice weather. Gunnar. Thank you Traci for sending out the latest Action Items. They are being reposted now as a reminder- 223. Traci; Find out if any WVU sustainability interns are interested in serving on the BB 224. Damien; Organize a meeting between city officials and BB to discuss the Law Order article that will include Damien, someone from the city manager's office, the police chief, Chip, Gunnar, and Traci 230. Damien; Talk to Fred about BFC sign 236. Jing; Send information to BB about October traffic counts and send a list of other suggested intersections for counts 239. Emily; Email BB to ask who is interested in meeting with Clement Solomon at WVU 253. Emily, Marilyn, Gunnar; Review the education components from the Bike Plan to come up with a proposal for Allstate 255. Gunnar, Chip; Volunteered to pull together examples of secure bicycle parking that we can take back to the COW 256. Gunnar; Will check in with Damien to get the label for the secure bicycle parking that's already installed 262. Frank; Send the WV Connecting Communities Powerpoint from the meeting he attended to the BB 263. Combined a few old action items (254., 255., 258.) to make a new one that is 'Collect information COW asked for from Oct 2013 presentation': Emily and Damien are working on pulling together what various data collecting methods we can take back to the COW; APBP guidelines will be used to answer questions about secure bike parking that we recommend for zoning, etc. for the COW and Chris Fletcher 264. Gunnar; Lead development of a concise primer for city police officers that explains why bicyclist lane position is important to record on accident reports that the officers fill out 265. Traci; Look at what entities can apply for TAP funds and let Ryan Stocking know if a Board of Education would be eligible 266. Frank; Resend delegate names and contact information so BB members can call in support for HB 4304 267. BB members who were present; All will contact the various delegates and/or friends to ask for their support of HB 4304 268. Jing; Will send Provis database information so BB members can take a look at it if they like 269. Colin; Will ask Sara Zegre if she'd like to be the BOPARC rep to the BB 270. Colin; Will ask Chris Snider from Wamsley's if he'd like to be on the BB 271. Traci, Gunnar; Will delete projects 6,7, and 8 from individual project list _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] April Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 31 Mar '14

31 Mar '14

Damien, Please find attached, the Bicycle Board's report to the Traffic Commission. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On Mar 25, 2014, at 4:42 PM, Damien Davis wrote: > All, > > We will be having our regularly scheduled Traffic Commission meeting next month on April 2, 2014 in City Council Chambers at 6:30pm. The 3rd workshop will be postponed until May 7, 2014. Attached is the agenda, October minute will follow. Also attached is the executive summary of the CBD Downtown Circulation Study and a copy of Dr. Nichols presentation. Below you will find a link to the complete draft study: > https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/23597013/Morgantown_CBD_Study_Full_2014… > > As requested at the last workshop, the Mission Statement spoken of by former Traffic Commissioner Don Spencer is also attached. If you have any questions or comments please feel free to give me a call. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > > <Morgantown_CBD_Study_ExecSummary_20140314.pdf><Morgantown_Presentation_Circulation_MPO_20140320.pdf><Sept 2003 TC Mission Statement.docx><April 2014 TC Agenda.docx>

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Re: [Bikeboard] March Meeting and Chairperson
by Gunnar Shogren 27 Mar '14

27 Mar '14

Sorry Derek, Someone else is gonna have to be in charge of the meeting. Last chance for me putting together a meeting was last month but it was thrown under the bus as the TAP folks had their own instead of getting folks together and finding a new chair. Cause as Robert Zimmerman said "No, No, No, it ain't me babe. / It ain't me you're lookin' for, babe." On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 2:49 PM, Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Also, did you get my email about adding Lisa Martis w/ Project Management > Services to next week's agenda? > > Thanks, > ~Derek > > > On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 3:21 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >> April meeting is quickly closing in and we have heard nothing, nada, zip, >> >> Someone needs to step up and take charge. >> Bike Month will be here soon. >> >> I regret to say that I'm not that person and as such I hereby tender >> my resignation as Vice Chairman, effective immediately. >> http://bikemorgantown.com/bikeboard.php >> * can't get any more official than a web page... >> >> Capisce? >> >> >> On Fri, Mar 14, 2014 at 11:40 AM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> > On Wed, Mar 5, 2014 at 10:11 PM, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com> >> > wrote: >> >> Perhaps folks are still thawing out? >> >> >> >> I was planning to be there tomorrow (with stale Oreos from the meeting >> >> I >> >> missed last month). >> > >> > Any kind of Oreo is good. >> > >> >> Sounds like finding a new chairperson is top on the list >> >> for next meeting. >> > >> > I would say that it needs to be on the top of the list before the >> > meeting! >> > >> >> We need to do some rallying of our troops. >> > >> > Indeed. >> > Someone really needs to step up so the BikeBoard can get back on track >> > and move forward. >> > >> >> >> >> Emily >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> On Wed, Mar 5, 2014 at 8:17 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> >> >> wrote: >> >>> >> >>> Looks like we have no real agenda. >> >>> >> >>> And no one has stepped up to take the chairperson position. >> >>> We really need this to happen folks. >> >>> >> >>> So since I was only alerted to one agenda item (from Jonathan) I will >> >>> say that the meeting is not going to happen. >> >>> It's okay, the TAP folks are having a meeting anyway tomorrow. If >> >>> anyone wants to join in on that I'm sure they'd be happy to have help. >> >>> >> >>> The BB has been thrown under the bus... >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> On Wed, Feb 19, 2014 at 3:36 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> >> >>> wrote: >> >>> > Good day folks, >> >>> > >> >>> > It's come to my attention that I'm not going to be able to make it >> >>> > to >> >>> > the March 6th meeting. >> >>> > I'm going to consider this a good time for a new chairperson to be >> >>> > appointed. >> >>> > >> >>> > I suppose this probably isn't the best way for this to be done, but >> >>> > I >> >>> > also guess that it will just have to be. >> >>> > >> >>> > If folks want to meet and discuss this as a group before the meeting >> >>> > or whatever, I'm sure that can be arranged. >> >>> > >> >>> > I'm not resigning from the board, but it is time that we have a real >> >>> > chairperson. >> >>> > >> >>> > Now everyone think a bit, then hopefully get outside to enjoy at >> >>> > least >> >>> > a modicum of this nice weather. >> >>> > >> >>> > Gunnar. >> >>> > >> >>> > Thank you Traci for sending out the latest Action Items. They are >> >>> > being reposted now as a reminder- >> >>> > >> >>> > 223. Traci; Find out if any WVU sustainability interns are >> >>> > interested >> >>> > in serving on the BB >> >>> > >> >>> > 224. Damien; Organize a meeting between city officials and BB to >> >>> > discuss the Law & Order article that will include Damien, someone >> >>> > from the city manager's office, the police chief, Chip, Gunnar, and >> >>> > Traci >> >>> > >> >>> > 230. Damien; Talk to Fred about BFC sign >> >>> > >> >>> > 236. Jing; Send information to BB about October traffic counts and >> >>> > send a list of other suggested intersections for counts >> >>> > >> >>> > 239. Emily; Email BB to ask who is interested in meeting with >> >>> > Clement >> >>> > Solomon at WVU >> >>> > >> >>> > 253. Emily, Marilyn, Gunnar; Review the education components from >> >>> > the >> >>> > Bike Plan to come up with a proposal for Allstate >> >>> > >> >>> > 255. Gunnar, Chip; Volunteered to pull together examples of secure >> >>> > bicycle parking that we can take back to the COW >> >>> > >> >>> > 256. Gunnar; Will check in with Damien to get the label for the >> >>> > secure >> >>> > bicycle parking that's already installed >> >>> > >> >>> > 262. Frank; Send the WV Connecting Communities Powerpoint from the >> >>> > meeting he attended to the BB >> >>> > >> >>> > 263. Combined a few old action items (254., 255., 258.) to make a >> >>> > new >> >>> > one that is 'Collect information COW asked for from Oct 2013 >> >>> > presentation': Emily and Damien are working on pulling together what >> >>> > various data collecting methods we can take back to the COW; APBP >> >>> > guidelines will be used to answer questions about secure bike >> >>> > parking >> >>> > that we recommend for zoning, etc. for the COW and Chris Fletcher >> >>> > >> >>> > 264. Gunnar; Lead development of a concise primer for city police >> >>> > officers that explains why bicyclist lane position is important to >> >>> > record on accident reports that the officers fill out >> >>> > >> >>> > 265. Traci; Look at what entities can apply for TAP funds and let >> >>> > Ryan >> >>> > Stocking know if a Board of Education would be eligible >> >>> > >> >>> > 266. Frank; Resend delegate names and contact information so BB >> >>> > members can call in support for HB 4304 >> >>> > >> >>> > 267. BB members who were present; All will contact the various >> >>> > delegates and/or friends to ask for their support of HB 4304 >> >>> > >> >>> > 268. Jing; Will send Provis database information so BB members can >> >>> > take a look at it if they like >> >>> > >> >>> > 269. Colin; Will ask Sara Zegre if she'd like to be the BOPARC rep >> >>> > to >> >>> > the BB >> >>> > >> >>> > 270. Colin; Will ask Chris Snider from Wamsley's if he'd like to be >> >>> > on >> >>> > the BB >> >>> > >> >>> > 271. Traci, Gunnar; Will delete projects 6,7, and 8 from individual >> >>> > project list >> >>> >> >>> _______________________________________________ >> >>> 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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Fwd: April Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Mar '14

26 Mar '14

What does the BB have to report to the TC? Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: March 25, 2014 4:42:38 PM EDT > To: williameblosser(a)gmail.com, Margaret Stout <margaret.stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, martin dombrowski <martin.dombrowski(a)gmail.com>, Lisa Mardis <6thwardtc(a)gmail.com>, Robert Jones <rjoneswvu(a)gmail.com>, micynster(a)gmail.com, cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu, david.mckain(a)gmail.com, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Susan Sullivan <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Bethany Sypolt <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Linda Little <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org, Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: April Traffic Commission Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > We will be having our regularly scheduled Traffic Commission meeting next month on April 2, 2014 in City Council Chambers at 6:30pm. The 3rd workshop will be postponed until May 7, 2014. Attached is the agenda, October minute will follow. Also attached is the executive summary of the CBD Downtown Circulation Study and a copy of Dr. Nichols presentation. Below you will find a link to the complete draft study: > https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/23597013/Morgantown_CBD_Study_Full_2014… > > As requested at the last workshop, the Mission Statement spoken of by former Traffic Commissioner Don Spencer is also attached. If you have any questions or comments please feel free to give me a call. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov >

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Pro Walk/Pro Bike/Pro Place News - March 2014
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 25 Mar '14

25 Mar '14

Registration is open for the 2014 Pro Walk/Pro Bike/Pro Place Conference <http://www.pps.org/pwpb2014/> in Pittsburgh! September 8 - 11. https://center.uoregon.edu/NCBW/2014/registration/ -Jonathan

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Potential VFW Property Development w/ Bike Storage, etc...
by Derek Springston 25 Mar '14

25 Mar '14

Bike Board Members, *Lisa Martis, with Project Management Services, is working with a developer to consider a multi-story development on the VFW property at 494 Spruce Street.* She contacted the Bike Board, through Frank Gmeindl last week, *to get the Boards input on bicycle storage required by city code and the abundance of space that the developer currently has in their plans to consider other bicycle-related facilities (bicycle repair business, bike share, bicycle rental business, storage business, etc). * Part 13 of the Morgantown City Code states: *1349.08 Parking and Loading Standards * *(C) Bicycle Storage - For all Developments of Significant Impact and Major Developments of Significant Impact in this district, the following minimum bicycle storage amenities must be provided: * * (1) One (1) indoor, secured, sheltered bicycle storage space per dwelling unit* * (2) Each space shall be a minimum of 3 feet X 6 feet X 4 feet* * (3) Each bicycle shall be individually secured with a lock to a permanent structure* * (4) There should be sufficient space for easy access to each bicycle* Jonathan Rosenbaum and I provided some comments to her, so she met with me today and will meet with Jonathan soon, but would like to meet with the whole Bike Board. She would like to meet with the Bike Board, hopefully as a whole, next week, to get our input and guidance on the bike storage and facility that could be placed at the new development. She will also show us the plans that have been drawn. *Can we please place her on the April 3 Bike Board meeting agenda, preferably earlier in the meeting to save her time? Could those of you who have worked on bicycle parking and have expertise in this area prepare to bring your materials to the April 3rd meeting in case it would be valuable to provide the her and/or the developer? * 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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Re: [Bikeboard] Question
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Mar '14

21 Mar '14

Hi Lisa, I have nothing to contribute with regard to commercial bicycle business. As you know, I am in favor of providing bicycle parking throughout the City including secure indoor parking in residential developments. I've attached the APBP bicycle parking guidelines if they can provide any help. I shared your message with the Bicycle Board. Jonathan Rosenbaum, Director of Positive Spin would like to discuss this opportunity. Derek Springston opined that the WVU Outdoor Recreation Center might be interested in a downtown satellite that would focus on bicycle rental. Jonathan's and Derek's e-mail addresses are included in the cc list of this message. I hope this helps. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On Mar 20, 2014, at 10:00 AM, Lisa Mardis wrote: > Good morning. I am helping with a proposed development downtown in which they will have more bicycle storage than they have people. They have space that could accommodate a small bicycle repair business, bike share, rental of bicycle storage business, ... > > I have the proposed plans and would like to get some feedback from either of you or the Bike Board President. > > If either of you would be interested in talking with me, please let me know. > > Appreciate your help. > > Lisa > > Lisa K. Mardis > Project Management Services > 160 Fayette Street Suite 101 > Morgantown, WV 26505 > 304.692.7116 > 304.212.5256 >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Question
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

Jonathan, Thanks for replying. I'll give the BB the rest of today to reply. If nobody else has any ideas, I'll suggest to Lisa that she talk with Positive Spin. Would that be you? Frank On Mar 20, 2014, at 1:48 PM, Jonathan Rosenbaum wrote: > Positive Spin would be interested in talking with Lisa. > > -Jonathan > > On 03/20/2014 12:57 PM, Frank Gmeindl wrote: >> Lisa is a TC member and former city planner. Any ideas? >> >> Frank >> >> >> Begin forwarded message: >> >>> From: Lisa Mardis <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com> >>> Date: March 20, 2014 at 10:00:43 AM EDT >>> To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> >>> Subject: Question >>> >>> Good morning. I am helping with a proposed development downtown in which they will have more bicycle storage than they have people. They have space that could accommodate a small bicycle repair business, bike share, rental of bicycle storage business, ... >>> >>> I have the proposed plans and would like to get some feedback from either of you or the Bike Board President. >>> >>> If either of you would be interested in talking with me, please let me know. >>> >>> Appreciate your help. >>> >>> Lisa >>> >>> Lisa K. Mardis >>> Project Management Services >>> 160 Fayette Street Suite 101 >>> Morgantown, WV 26505 >>> 304.692.7116 >>> 304.212.5256 >>> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Fwd: Question
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

Lisa is a TC member and former city planner. Any ideas? Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Lisa Mardis <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com> > Date: March 20, 2014 at 10:00:43 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Question > > Good morning. I am helping with a proposed development downtown in which they will have more bicycle storage than they have people. They have space that could accommodate a small bicycle repair business, bike share, rental of bicycle storage business, ... > > I have the proposed plans and would like to get some feedback from either of you or the Bike Board President. > > If either of you would be interested in talking with me, please let me know. > > Appreciate your help. > > Lisa > > Lisa K. Mardis > Project Management Services > 160 Fayette Street Suite 101 > Morgantown, WV 26505 > 304.692.7116 > 304.212.5256

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TAP Grant - Submittal Documents...
by Derek Springston 14 Mar '14

14 Mar '14

Hey folks, The City of Morgantown (Jeff Mikorski) just submitted the Transportation Alternative grant application for our Enhancing Bicycle Signage and Facilities, which, if funded, will be to purchase and install Shared Lane Markings, Bikes May Use Full Lane (R4-11) signs, and Bicycle Parking Shelters around Morgantown. If you would like a copy of the files that were submitted, please let me know. Otherwise, I'm not going to clog your inbox. 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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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Let's Make National Bike Month Great
by Chip Wamsley 11 Mar '14

11 Mar '14

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Bike Month Guide Bike Month Challenge Bike Month Posters The Board needs something to do while waiting for grant money, Bike Month might be just the thing. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl" frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net Sent: 3/11/2014 10:30:30 AM To: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Let's Make National Bike Month Great I could use some help on Question #7: What 3 resources from the League would be most useful to you in organizing and executing successful Bike Month events? Begin forwarded message: From: Bill Nesper billnesper(a)bikeleague.org Date: March 11, 2014 10:56:00 AM EDT To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net Subject: Let's Make National Bike Month Great Hi Frank, As the national sponsor of National Bike Month, the League of American Bicyclists wants to help YOU organize and execute great events that get more people out riding in your community. Please consider filling out this short survey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2014bikemonth This survey is intended to... - Find out what RESOURCES the League could provide that would be most helpful to you - Help us show the collective impact of your efforts by COMPILING DATA on how many people participate in Bike Month events in your community. Thanks for all you are doing to build a Bicycle Friendly America. Best regards, The League frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net

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Fwd: Let's Make National Bike Month Great
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Mar '14

11 Mar '14

I could use some help on Question #7: What 3 resources from the League would be most useful to you in organizing and executing successful Bike Month events? Begin forwarded message: > From: Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> > Date: March 11, 2014 10:56:00 AM EDT > To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > Subject: Let's Make National Bike Month Great > > Hi Frank, > > As the national sponsor of National Bike Month, the League of American Bicyclists wants to help YOU organize and execute great events that get more people out riding in your community. Please consider filling out this short survey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2014bikemonth > > This survey is intended to... > - Find out what RESOURCES the League could provide that would be most helpful to you > - Help us show the collective impact of your efforts by COMPILING DATA on how many people participate in Bike Month events in your community. > > Thanks for all you are doing to build a Bicycle Friendly America. > > Best regards, > > The League > > > > frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net >

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Fwd: Suncrest Elementary School
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 10 Mar '14

10 Mar '14

I just learned about this meeting on the 11th. At a recent SNA meeting it was discovered that the School Board is now considering a distant location to replace Suncrest Primary school, rather than the location across from NETL. Would anyone be able to attend the School Board meeting? Keeping the school close to the neighborhood would be a desirable outcome. -Jonathan -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Suncrest Elementary School Date: Wed, 5 Mar 2014 18:58:52 -0500 From: SNA <suncrestna(a)gmail.com> To: Suncrest Neighbors <SuncrestNA(a)gmail.com> Friends, Today I had a pleasant chat with Monongalia County School Board President Barbara Parsons. From that conversation, it appears that on Tuesday, March 11, the school board may be voting on the location for the new Suncrest Elementary School. The meeting will be held at the School Board administrative offices at 6 p.m. I will be out of town on that date, but I wanted to alert Suncrest neighbors and ask you to consider attending and expressing your views. >From my perspective, it makes sense to choose a site that will keep our children in the neighborhood or nearby, rather than bussing them to a more distant location. I believe a site under consideration on Collins Ferry Road might be ideal. It is central to Suncrest, has infrastructure in place, and transportation would be less costly than bussing many children to a more distant location. The property available is outside the city limits, but it might be possible to annex it into the city for optimal police and fire service. I hope those with an interest in this issue will attend the School Board meeting. Sincerely, Nancy Ganz, City Council Ward 7

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Rail Trail Ruling
by Traci Knabenshue 10 Mar '14

10 Mar '14

http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2014/03/10/supreme-court-railroad… Traci Knabenshue Conservation Specialist 304.293.9500 traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu<mailto:traci.knabenshue@mail.wvu.edu> www.recycle.wvu.edu<http://www.recycle.wvu.edu/> [FacilitiesManage85]

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Re: [Bikeboard] [CRC] H.B. 4304
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Mar '14

08 Mar '14

On Mar 7, 2014, at 6:47 PM, gunnar wrote: > On Fri, Mar 7, 2014 at 3:57 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> The WV Senate unanimously passed H.B. 4304 after they slightly amended the bill that the House amended substantially before they passed it to the Senate. If the governor signs it, it will become law July 1. >> >> The bill that the Senate passed is attached and at http://www.legis.state.wv.us/bill_status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=HB4304%20SU…. >> >> The bill: >> * Requires motorists to allow 3-feet when passing a bicycle; > > Although it is a nice figure for education purposes, it is not very > enforceable. Who has a yard stick while riding or driving? > I have advocated for passing in the next lane. Yes, crossing the > center line completely. > You're crossing over the center partially when passing within 3', why > not cross the whole thing to make things safer for everybody? If > someone knows that they have to pass in the other lane then they will > probably make damn sure that they can, other wise with you gutter > riders the cars will pass with the least amount of movement possible. > Have the rules for when you're allowed to cross the center (double > yellow line) changed? More inconsistency and ambiguity. Bah. As you, I have found that when I ride in the center or even farther left in narrow lanes, virtually every vehicle that passes me changes lanes to pass. I also wave to them after they've passed and many, if not a majority, wave back or toot. I've even had many coal trucks do that. > >> * Requires bicyclists to ride in bike lanes or if no bike lane, as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway... but there are exceptions (read the bill); > > Requires us to ride in bike lane, even if poorly or dangerously > constructed. Sounds great! > How many folks know how to say "practicable" let alone understand what it means? > And the rest is nice and ambiguous, probably not enforceable. The exceptions apply to both riding in bike lanes and in travel lanes. Read exception 3 carefully. See what I put in all caps here: (3) WHEN REASONABLY NECESSARY TO AVOID ANY CONDITION OR POTENTIAL CONFLICT, INCLUDING, but not limited to, a fixed or moving object, parked or moving vehicle, bicycle, pedestrian, animal, surface hazard, turn lane, or substandard-width lane, WHICH MAKES IT UNSAFE TO CONTINUE along the right-hand curb or edge or WITHIN A BICYCLE LANE. For the purposes of this subsection, a “substandard-width lane” is a lane that is too narrow for a bicycle and another vehicle to travel safely side by side within the lane. The bill that was introduced simply repealed 17C-11-3 (c) which required bicyclists to ride as far to the right as practicable. Instead of repealing 17C-11-3 (c), the House amended it to be the current requirement to ride in bike lanes and far to the right with exceptions. From my reading of the current 17C-11-3 (c), I can hardly think of any situation in which you wouldn't be justified for riding outside the bike lane and away from the right edge. According to the American Association of State and Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO), the standard that all states use, for a lane to be wide enough for a bicycle and vehicle to travel safely side-by-side within the lane, it would have to be wider than 14-feet. What roads lanes are wider than 14-feet? I'd guess that the lanes on most of the roads we ride are 9-12 feet wide. The lanes on Mon Blvd. are only 13-feet. > >> * Repeals the requirement for bicyclists to ride on a side path and not the road; > > See above. > >> * Repeals the requirement to have a bell. > > "bling bling" > Neither here nor there in the grand scheme. Some of my bikes have a > bell, some do not. > Other than on the rail trail the bell isn't really that useful. When > I'm on my bikes all of them have a loud mouth. > > And what's up w/ the vehicles having to give audible signal as they > pass? Whose idea was that? The requirement to give an audible signal when passing another vehicle has been in the WV code since at least 1931. In WV, a bicycle is not a vehicle. Note that 17C-7-3 (a) (2) that addresses passing a bicycle, there is no requirement to give an audible signal. > HOOOOONK!!! "Hey I was doing as the law said, sorry if I made you mess > your shorts and crash." > >> >> The exceptions should make interesting discussion on rides, and certainly with motorists and law enforcement officers. For example, where should you ride in a sub-standard width lane? > > I doubt there will be any discussions as the population at large > remains ignorant. > > Today I rode up Rt 100. You folks w/ skinny tires are not gonna like > it there. It's fine though if you know what to expect, have the right > equipment and ride with your head up. > For probably 90% of the time I was smack dab in the middle of the > right hand lane. Any more and it wasn't "practicable" or safe for me. > 100% of the cars and trucks passing me did so completely in the other > lane. Everyone. And they all just did it. No fussing, no beeping, no > swearing. > As every car passed me I gave them a small hand-wave/gesture. Every on > coming car got that wave/gesture as well. I'm doing my best to show > them that we're all out there together. > >> >> 4ank >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "COUNTRY ROADS CYCLISTS" group. >> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to CRcyclists+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. >> To post to this group, send email to CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com. >> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "COUNTRY ROADS CYCLISTS" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to CRcyclists+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. > To post to this group, send email to CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

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Fwd: [CRC] H.B. 4304
by Gunnar Shogren 07 Mar '14

07 Mar '14

For those of you not on the CRC or MBC list. Here's what I wrote. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: gunnar <fiendracer(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, Mar 7, 2014 at 6:49 PM Subject: Fwd: [CRC] H.B. 4304 To: Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: gunnar <fiendracer(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, Mar 7, 2014 at 6:47 PM Subject: Re: [CRC] H.B. 4304 To: "crcyclists(a)googlegroups.com" <CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com> Cc: MonBikeClub <monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com>, Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> On Fri, Mar 7, 2014 at 3:57 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > The WV Senate unanimously passed H.B. 4304 after they slightly amended the bill that the House amended substantially before they passed it to the Senate. If the governor signs it, it will become law July 1. > > The bill that the Senate passed is attached and at http://www.legis.state.wv.us/bill_status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=HB4304%20SU…. > > The bill: > * Requires motorists to allow 3-feet when passing a bicycle; Although it is a nice figure for education purposes, it is not very enforceable. Who has a yard stick while riding or driving? I have advocated for passing in the next lane. Yes, crossing the center line completely. You're crossing over the center partially when passing within 3', why not cross the whole thing to make things safer for everybody? If someone knows that they have to pass in the other lane then they will probably make damn sure that they can, other wise with you gutter riders the cars will pass with the least amount of movement possible. Have the rules for when you're allowed to cross the center (double yellow line) changed? More inconsistency and ambiguity. Bah. > * Requires bicyclists to ride in bike lanes or if no bike lane, as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway... but there are exceptions (read the bill); Requires us to ride in bike lane, even if poorly or dangerously constructed. Sounds great! How many folks know how to say "practicable" let alone understand what it means? And the rest is nice and ambiguous, probably not enforceable. > * Repeals the requirement for bicyclists to ride on a side path and not the road; See above. > * Repeals the requirement to have a bell. "bling bling" Neither here nor there in the grand scheme. Some of my bikes have a bell, some do not. Other than on the rail trail the bell isn't really that useful. When I'm on my bikes all of them have a loud mouth. And what's up w/ the vehicles having to give audible signal as they pass? Whose idea was that? HOOOOONK!!! "Hey I was doing as the law said, sorry if I made you mess your shorts and crash." > > The exceptions should make interesting discussion on rides, and certainly with motorists and law enforcement officers. For example, where should you ride in a sub-standard width lane? I doubt there will be any discussions as the population at large remains ignorant. Today I rode up Rt 100. You folks w/ skinny tires are not gonna like it there. It's fine though if you know what to expect, have the right equipment and ride with your head up. For probably 90% of the time I was smack dab in the middle of the right hand lane. Any more and it wasn't "practicable" or safe for me. 100% of the cars and trucks passing me did so completely in the other lane. Everyone. And they all just did it. No fussing, no beeping, no swearing. As every car passed me I gave them a small hand-wave/gesture. Every on coming car got that wave/gesture as well. I'm doing my best to show them that we're all out there together. > > 4ank > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "COUNTRY ROADS CYCLISTS" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to CRcyclists+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. > To post to this group, send email to CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.

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Action Item: Share DOT PROVIS Link
by Jing Zhang 06 Mar '14

06 Mar '14

Hi, Bicycle Board Members, As mentioned in the meeting last month, following link is the access to the WV DOT PROVIS system. It is still at the initiating stage and projects have not been uploaded to the system yet. http://gis.wvdot.com/provis/ Thanks! Jing From: bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@bikemorgantown.com] On Behalf Of Emily Vasile Sent: Wednesday, March 05, 2014 10:12 PM To: Gunnar Shogren Cc: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] March Meeting and Chairperson Perhaps folks are still thawing out? I was planning to be there tomorrow (with stale Oreos from the meeting I missed last month). Sounds like finding a new chairperson is top on the list for next meeting. We need to do some rallying of our troops. Emily On Wed, Mar 5, 2014 at 8:17 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com <mailto:gshogren@gmail.com> > wrote: Looks like we have no real agenda. And no one has stepped up to take the chairperson position. We really need this to happen folks. So since I was only alerted to one agenda item (from Jonathan) I will say that the meeting is not going to happen. It's okay, the TAP folks are having a meeting anyway tomorrow. If anyone wants to join in on that I'm sure they'd be happy to have help. The BB has been thrown under the bus... On Wed, Feb 19, 2014 at 3:36 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com <mailto:gshogren@gmail.com> > wrote: > Good day folks, > > It's come to my attention that I'm not going to be able to make it to > the March 6th meeting. > I'm going to consider this a good time for a new chairperson to be appointed. > > I suppose this probably isn't the best way for this to be done, but I > also guess that it will just have to be. > > If folks want to meet and discuss this as a group before the meeting > or whatever, I'm sure that can be arranged. > > I'm not resigning from the board, but it is time that we have a real > chairperson. > > Now everyone think a bit, then hopefully get outside to enjoy at least > a modicum of this nice weather. > > Gunnar. > > Thank you Traci for sending out the latest Action Items. They are > being reposted now as a reminder- > > 223. Traci; Find out if any WVU sustainability interns are interested > in serving on the BB > > 224. Damien; Organize a meeting between city officials and BB to > discuss the Law & Order article that will include Damien, someone > from the city manager's office, the police chief, Chip, Gunnar, and > Traci > > 230. Damien; Talk to Fred about BFC sign > > 236. Jing; Send information to BB about October traffic counts and > send a list of other suggested intersections for counts > > 239. Emily; Email BB to ask who is interested in meeting with Clement > Solomon at WVU > > 253. Emily, Marilyn, Gunnar; Review the education components from the > Bike Plan to come up with a proposal for Allstate > > 255. Gunnar, Chip; Volunteered to pull together examples of secure > bicycle parking that we can take back to the COW > > 256. Gunnar; Will check in with Damien to get the label for the secure > bicycle parking that's already installed > > 262. Frank; Send the WV Connecting Communities Powerpoint from the > meeting he attended to the BB > > 263. Combined a few old action items (254., 255., 258.) to make a new > one that is 'Collect information COW asked for from Oct 2013 > presentation': Emily and Damien are working on pulling together what > various data collecting methods we can take back to the COW; APBP > guidelines will be used to answer questions about secure bike parking > that we recommend for zoning, etc. for the COW and Chris Fletcher > > 264. Gunnar; Lead development of a concise primer for city police > officers that explains why bicyclist lane position is important to > record on accident reports that the officers fill out > > 265. Traci; Look at what entities can apply for TAP funds and let Ryan > Stocking know if a Board of Education would be eligible > > 266. Frank; Resend delegate names and contact information so BB > members can call in support for HB 4304 > > 267. BB members who were present; All will contact the various > delegates and/or friends to ask for their support of HB 4304 > > 268. Jing; Will send Provis database information so BB members can > take a look at it if they like > > 269. Colin; Will ask Sara Zegre if she'd like to be the BOPARC rep to the BB > > 270. Colin; Will ask Chris Snider from Wamsley's if he'd like to be on the BB > > 271. Traci, Gunnar; Will delete projects 6,7, and 8 from individual project list _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com <mailto:Bikeboard@bikemorgantown.com> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Bike Safety Bill Passes!!
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: March 5, 2014 12:41:52 PM EST > To: Adam Angelona <adam(a)wvcompanybicycle.com>, Adam Flack <aflack(a)wvonthemove.net>, Adam Flack <aflack1982(a)gmail.com>, Andrea Salina <andreathompson31(a)gmail.com>, Andrea Salina <a.salina(a)wvhub.org>, Anita Mayer <anita.mayer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)moncpc.org>, Breanna Shell <shellb(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Brendan Bell <brendanbell.bell(a)gmail.com>, Bruce Curry <Bruce(a)currydesigngroup.com>, Charles Holley <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>, "chip(a)wamsleycycles.com" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Dale Goff <Dale.goff3(a)gmail.com>, Dennis A Strawn <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, Don Spencer <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, Edgar Barrett <nedbarrett(a)bellsouth.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.edu>, 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>, Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)dishmail.net>, Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)mtparty.org>, Greg Garrett <gagarrett(a)gmail.com>, "harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net" <harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net>, Isaac Forman <formanir(a)gmail.com>, j underhill <Jfunderhill(a)gmail.com>, Jeffrey Lusk <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>, Jenny Totten <jenny.dawn.totten(a)gmail.com>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, Kate Dobson Forman <katedforman(a)gmail.com>, "Laura M. Dice" <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>, Michael Loughney <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>, Michael Plante <mike(a)planteandassociates.com>, Mike Costello <costellowv(a)gmail.com>, Park Ferguson <parkferg2007(a)yahoo.com>, Patricia Clay <trishc1(a)suddenlink.net>, Patricia Clay <trishcgm(a)gmail.com>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, Rich Harper <johnscyclery(a)frontier.com>, Scott Sudduth <scottsud(a)gmail.com>, "sryder(a)tgkvf.org" <sryder(a)tgkvf.org>, 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>, "townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com" <townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, weber <xvrweber(a)gmail.com>, "whitegolf(a)frontier.net" <whitegolf(a)frontier.net>, "wrnott(a)suddenlink.net" <wrnott(a)suddenlink.net> > Subject: Bike Safety Bill Passes!! > > Hi WVCC -- Our Bike Safety Bill (HB4304) just passed the Senate!! With NO NAY votes!!!! 34 Ayes!! Unanimous vote!! > Thank you all so much for your phone calls and email! Your efforts really paid off. > More later, Kasey and Gary

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TIGER Grants?
by Derek Springston 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

Bike Board Members, Would anyone like to pursue even more funding from the TIGER Grants for Sustainable Transportation Projects? It's due April 28, 2014. I'm not going to do it without help, and I even hesitate to get wrapped into more grant writing, but I hate to miss opportunities, too. Thoughts? Here's a little info: The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is making $600 million available for a sixth round of its Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) grants to help fund local and state infrastructure projects. DOT evaluates TIGER proposals on criteria that include environmental sustainability, livability and economic competitiveness. Applicants must request no less than $10 million ($1 million minimum in rural areas) and provide at least 20 percent match. In addition, up to $35 million is available in this round to support transportation planning activities. Sustainable Strategies DC has helped a number of communities win TIGER grants. Contact us for help in preparing your proposal. Click here<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SustainableStrategie/aac3d6c64c/6bbd355d45/30d7fe1c…>for more information. http://www.dot.gov/tiger 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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Fwd: Reminder: Open Surveys for Residents
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Mar '14

03 Mar '14

FYI, Human Rights Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/morgantownhrcsurvey2014 Morgantown Branding Survey: http://ow.ly/ubXzH Begin forwarded message: > From: Bill Kawecki <electbillkawecki(a)gmail.com> > Date: March 3, 2014 3:10:56 PM EST > To: Bill Kawecki <electbillkawecki(a)gmail.com> > Bcc: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com > Subject: Fwd: Reminder: Open Surveys for Residents > > FYI > > From: "Susan Sullivan" <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: "Press Release" <press.release(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Monday, March 3, 2014 2:23:16 PM > Subject: Reminder: Open Surveys for Residents > > Hello: > > Please find attached a release updating our residents on two open surveys: > Human Rights Needs Survey > Branding Survey > Thanks for sharing this with our citizens. > > Susan > > Susan Sullivan, Public Communications Manager > City of Morgantown > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > (304) 284-7426 - C (304) 844-8908 - F (304) 284-7430 > > > > -- > Bill Kawecki > Morgantown City Council Ward 2 > > citycouncilward2(a)cityofmorgantown.org > 304-292-5154

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Fwd: H.B. 4304 and 17C-11-5(a)
by Derek Springston 27 Feb '14

27 Feb '14

Just FYI, here's my version of what Frank sent to Senator Beach! Hope you guys made the cutoff, too. Is there anyone else we should sent this to right now? Thanks, ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, Feb 27, 2014 at 2:27 PM Subject: H.B. 4304 and 17C-11-5(a) To: bob.beach(a)wvsenate.gov Senator Beach, *I have been paying close attention to H.B. 4304 and was pretty content with it and supported it fully until recent changes were made. * As originally introduced, I understand that H.B. 4304 would have repealed the outdated 17C-11-5(a) that requires cyclists to ride far to the right on WV's roadways. *I supported the orginal repeal of 17C-11-5(a) that wouldn't require cyclists to ride far to the right.* However, as far as I can tell from the current bill, it states that any person riding on a roadway must use a bicycle path when available or ride as close to the right-hand edge of the roadway as practicable with exceptions for (1) overtaking or passing, (2) a left turn, or (3) when necessary to avoid potential conflict due to objects objects substandard lane width, etc. * I feel the language is difficult to interpret, enforce, and doesn't improve safety for cyclists. It may even decrease safety. * As we all know, WV roads have many obstacles and dangerous attributes including potholes, narrow roads, curves, etc. Forcing cyclists to ride to the right when no obstacles and closer to the middle of the lane when there are obstacles causes us to become unpredictable and weave in and out of motorists' paths. *So please repeal 17C-11-5 (a) as originally introduced so cyclists in WV will be safer. * *By passing safer cycling laws, which lead to encouraging cycling, WV will realize increased individual health and decreased health costs, decreased pollution, increased economic activity especially for local businesses and the tourism industry, and reduced transportation costs due to wear and tear on road networks. * I have completed a Traffic Skills 101 cycling course that was taught by certified League of American Bicyclist instructors, regularly ride on Morgantown and WV roads for pleasure and transportation to work between 1-5 days per week, and have been a member of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board for several years. As part of my personal experience on WV roadways, riding far to the right doesn't encourage motorists to keep me safer. When I ride far to the right, motorists routinely pass me in blind turns and cut me off and intersections, to name a few issues. I'm less visible to the right. Not forcing cyclists to ride far to the right keeps us all safer. *If there is a way that 17C-11-5 (a) can be repealed so that cyclist can safely choose their position in the lane, I fully support the current version of H.B. 4304. Thanks for your time and work on this bill.* Sincerely, Derek Springston *1412 Buckhannon Ave Morgantown, WV 26508* *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* -- *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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Fwd: Contact Judiciary Committee Members NOW!`
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Feb '14

27 Feb '14

I tried to call Senator Bob Beach the my call was not answered. So, I sent the following e-mail message: > Dear Senator Beach, > > Please simply repeal 17C-11-5 (a) that requires cyclists to ride far to the right. As introduced, H.B. 4304 would have simply repealed it. Unfortunately, the House Judiciary replaced 17C-11-5 (a) with very confusing language that I doubt cyclists, law enforcement officers, traffic court judges, motorists and legislators can understand. Simply repealing 17C-11-5 (a) will make cycling safer. The language in the amended bill will not. > > I am the former Chairman of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board. Under my watch, Morgantown received the Bronze level Bicycle Friendly Community award. I am a certified bicycling instructor and have taught more than 150 people to bicycle safely. I have bicycled more than 150,000 miles in all types of traffic. > > > Frank D. Gmeindl > LCI #1703 > 491 Wilson Avenue > Morgantown, WV 26501 > 304-376-0446 > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: February 27, 2014 11:40:41 AM EST > To: Adam Angelona <adam(a)wvcompanybicycle.com>, Adam Flack <aflack(a)wvonthemove.net>, Andrea Salina <andreathompson31(a)gmail.com>, Anita Mayer <anita.mayer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Breanna Shell <shellb(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Brendan Bell <brendanbell.bell(a)gmail.com>, Bruce Curry <Bruce(a)currydesigngroup.com>, Charles Holley <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>, "chip(a)wamsleycycles.com" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Dale Goff <Dale.goff3(a)gmail.com>, Dennis A Strawn <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, Don Spencer <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, Edgar Barrett <nedbarrett(a)bellsouth.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.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>, "harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net" <harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net>, Isaac Forman <formanir(a)gmail.com>, j underhill <Jfunderhill(a)gmail.com>, Jeffrey Lusk <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>, Jenny Totten <jenny.dawn.totten(a)gmail.com>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, Kate Dobson Forman <katedforman(a)gmail.com>, "Laura M. Dice" <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>, Michael Loughney <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>, Michael Plante <mike(a)planteandassociates.com>, Mike Costello <costellowv(a)gmail.com>, Park Ferguson <parkferg2007(a)yahoo.com>, Patricia Clay <trishc1(a)suddenlink.net>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, Rich Harper <johnscyclery(a)frontier.com>, Scott Sudduth <scottsud(a)gmail.com>, "sryder(a)tgkvf.org" <sryder(a)tgkvf.org>, 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>, "townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com" <townoffayetteville(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, weber <xvrweber(a)gmail.com>, "whitegolf(a)frontier.net" <whitegolf(a)frontier.net>, "wrnott(a)suddenlink.net" <wrnott(a)suddenlink.net> > Subject: Contact Judiciary Committee Members NOW!` > > Hello everyone -- HB4304 is on the Senate Judiciary Committee meeting agenda TODAY, Feb. 27th. If you have time to make a call or send an email before 2:30 p.m. please do so!! Meeting starts at 3. Remember Bikes are Good -- pretty simple. > Kasey

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Fwd: WVCC Legislative Update
by Emily Vasile 26 Feb '14

26 Feb '14

Update on HB 4304 below-- next step is to contact Senator/ Judiciary Committee members to get it on the agenda for early next week. Our Senators are below. The entire Judiciary Committee is listed here<http://www.legis.state.wv.us/committees/senate/SenateCommittee.cfm?Chart=jud> . *Senate District 13* Bob Beach-- http://www.legis.state.wv.us/senate1/lawmaker.cfm?member=Senator%20Beach Roman Prezioso-- http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Senate1/lawmaker.cfm?member=Senator%20Prezioso ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> Date: Wed, Feb 26, 2014 at 2:59 PM Subject: WVCC Legislative Update Hi WVCC -- the amended House Bill, 4304, was single referenced in the Senate to the Judiciary Committee, which gives us more time to work the bill. I think it will run but not until next week. So, now is the time for you all to call or email your Senator and the entire Judiciary Committee and encourage them to support the Cycling Safety Bill. This bill is our first step in making WV a more "Cycling Friendly State." I'm attaching the latest Talking Points to this email. You can use parts of this as you see fit for your email or you can attach it to your email to your Senator/Judiciary Committee Member if you would like. If you copy and paste the below address into your browser, you will land on a page with direct email links to the Judiciary Committee. I find emails to be very effective. http://www.legis.state.wv.us/committees/senate/SenateCommittee.cfm?Chart=jud If you would rather call, that is easy as well by visiting http://www.legis.state.wv.us -- pull down Senate, then Committees, then Judiciary. You can find members, contact info, agendas and more. To be clear, HB4304, has to be placed on the Judiciary Committee's agenda (we have to convince Chairman Palumbo to run the bill), then it has to pass the Committee, then it is reported to the Senate Floor, will have to be read three times and on the third reading, will have to pass the Senate! Thanks to all of you for help and support -- please feel free to circulate this email to your own lists. Kasey and Gary Z. Kasey Russell Executive Director, WV Connecting Communities 304.542.1994

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Fwd: HB4304 Passes House
by Emily Vasile 26 Feb '14

26 Feb '14

Message from Kasey Russell at WV Connecting Communities regarding next steps for HB4304-- no word yet of whether or not it has made the Judiciary Committee agenda. Emily ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> Date: Tue, Feb 25, 2014 at 8:26 AM Subject: HB4304 Passes House Hello WVCC -- Yesterday, HB4304 (as amended by the subcommittee) passed the House floor 70-26. Thanks to all of you who made phone calls and sent emails! Thanks also to Delegates Fleischaer, Skaff, Wells, Manchin, Pino, and all the sponsors (I'll be sending personal notes to all of them after the session). I'll also get the list of nays and yeas. Here's what's next: The bill will be reported to the Senate today (Tuesday). It will go to Judiciary Committee next. Gary and I are working to get Senator Palumbo (Judiciary Chairman) to put in on the agenda later this week. As soon as we know when/if it will be on the agenda, I will let you know when to bombard the Judiciary Committee with your phone calls and emails. If the bill passes Judiciary, it will have to be on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee agenda next Tuesday, March 4th, and PASS out of committee. Then, if all goes according to plan, the bill will be read three times on the Senate Floor, with the final reading and passage on Saturday (the last day of the session). As you can see, there is no room for delay!! Thanks again for all your help. Kasey

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FYI- HB 4304
by Traci Knabenshue 25 Feb '14

25 Feb '14

Hi Bike Board, Just an update from the Bill status tracker on the bicycle bill, HB 4304. It appears the bill passed the house and moved to the senate, where today it was sent to the senate judiciary committee. http://www.legis.state.wv.us/bill_status/bills_history.cfm?INPUT=4304&year=… Here's the link again to the process a bill goes through to become law. Looks like it will get sent to another committee before popping back up again for readings. The clock is ticking on it now since the session ends on March 8th. http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Educational/Bill_Becomes_Law/Bill_Becomes_Law.… If you would still like to support the bill in its amended state (see Frank's email to the BB on 2/19/14), here's a list of senate judiciary members for phone calls. http://www.legis.state.wv.us/committees/senate/SenateCommittee.cfm?Chart=jud Thanks! Traci Traci Knabenshue Conservation Specialist 304.293.9500 traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu<mailto:traci.knabenshue@mail.wvu.edu> www.recycle.wvu.edu<http://www.recycle.wvu.edu/> [FacilitiesManage85]

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Fwd: WVU Board approves pedestrian and vehicular safety projects in Evansdale
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Feb '14

24 Feb '14

FYI: Arboretum. Thanks, Jonathan. Begin forwarded message: > From: Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org> > Date: February 24, 2014 2:42:16 PM EST > To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Cc: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mike Fike <micynster(a)gmail.com>, Kim Hartsell <Kim.Hartsell(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Debbie Cain <sunnybeewv(a)gmail.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Bill Kawecki <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Frank McGhee <femcghee(a)comcast.net>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Maria Brann <Maria.Brann(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Re: WVU Board approves pedestrian and vehicular safety projects in Evansdale > > Keeping things in perspective concerning the "new two-way southern access road from the WVU Coliseum parking lot", below is an article that Jonathan Weems, Arboretum Specialist, wrote in the Core Arboretum Email News: > > High Stakes at the Arboretum > > Maintaining the integrity of urban green space is a challenge. As expansion and improvements tax the capacity of developed spaces, there is a temptation to nibble away at green space. Persons who use and value green space sometimes find stakes that suggest planned development. They become alarmed. They ask questions. > > That happened last week at the Core Arboretum. Visitors since Presidents’ Day have found several stakes in the highest corner of the Arboretum, near the Coliseum parking lot and Monongahela Boulevard. In response to a number of inquiries, this email news item is an attempt to explain what I can about those stakes and what they mean. > > The stakes, labeled “toe,” appear to indicate the bottom of an embankment for a new roadway that will sweep in a broad arc from the southeastern end of the Coliseum parking lot, through the top corner of the Arboretum, to a relocated and redesigned intersection at the bottom of Evansdale Drive. The planned relocation of this intersection, moving it roughly 280 feet closer to the Patteson Drive intersection, is an adjustment (from an earlier roadway proposal) that will spare the Arboretum parking lot. This 24-space lot will continue to be available to Arboretum visitors. > > The roadway proposal, part of the Evansdale Master Plan, may sound familiar. There were several public hearings about the Master Plan two years ago. There was an article in the Dominion-Post about the proposed roadway affecting the Arboretum. An email news item dated 1/18/12 addressed it. > > Goals of the new roadway include improved safety for pedestrians crossing Monongahela Boulevard, and improved vehicular access into and egress from the Coliseum parking lot. All WVU personnel involved in this matter are working sincerely for the betterment of the University. Differences of opinion, when they occur, concern the planning process and the effects of the proposed roadway on the Arboretum. > > Efforts to have input into roadway planning have been frustrating. Like Arboretum visitors, I simply found the stakes last week. I alerted the Arboretum’s management committee and my superiors in the chain of command. We have since been shown engineered drawings of the proposed roadway that are not to be shared with the public until the project goes out to bid, perhaps in March. A brief WVU Enews item today (2/24/14) indicated the WVU Board of Governors approved the new roadway proposal at its meeting of Friday, February 21. > > The area involved is very small. You can look at the stakes and see for yourself. Please do not remove stakes! Soon to be lost are dozens of exotic trees and shrubs planted from the 1950s through the 2000s. Some represent common species, but others are relatively rare. In addition to their intrinsic value for teaching and enjoyment, the trees provide a visual and sound barrier between the most visited part of the Arboretum on one side and a power line tower and area of high vehicular traffic on the other. In addition to causing the removal of these trees and shrubs, construction will force the relocation of heavily used sections of one trail and the top of the Service Road. These relocations will necessitate the removal of more trees, some planted by humans and some by Mother Nature. The new roadway will introduce more noise into the Arboretum. > > On the plus side, planners and engineers believe the roadway will meet the goals of improving pedestrian safety and vehicular traffic flow. These are important and worthwhile goals. I only wish they could be achieved with less impact on the Arboretum. > > The WVU administration, which has been steadfast in its successful defense against a right of way claim that could have led to the construction of a very different roadway in another part of the Arboretum, has an opportunity to further demonstrate its goodwill by working out a conservation easement that would protect the Arboretum against having more bits nibbled off in the future. Such an easement has been suggested. The reception this suggestion may find within parts of the WVU administration is unknown as of this writing. > > Without a conservation easement, it is all too easy to imagine, years or decades into the future, instances when more stakes appear, indicating more construction projects that will nibble away more little bits of the Arboretum, again and again, until the day the Arboretum ceases to be the teaching and service entity we have known. > > With a conservation easement, WVU could enhance its goodwill by ensuring the preservation of a low-cost facility much used by WVU classes for a century (though only acquired by WVU in 1948), a facility beloved by generations of students, alumni, and townspeople, a green space with significant natural assets that are most unusual to find on a University campus. > > At the Core Arboretum, the stakes are high. > > > On 02/24/2014 10:00 AM, Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board wrote: >> Of note: http://shar.es/FjkyH. New Evansdale Drive/Mon Blvd signalized intersection being created in the hopes of alleviating the CAC/Coliseum jaywalking issue - a high priority location in our Plan with high potential for fatality - though we rated the feasibility low because of the expense. >> Christiaan >> >> Walk more, safely >> >> Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board >> Christiaan Abildso, Chair >> Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair >> http://www.morgantownwv.gov/government/advisory-boards/pedestrian-safety-bo… >

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webinar in 20 minutes
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Feb '14

20 Feb '14

Bicycle Safety Education: Implementing the Best Curriculum for your Community https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5744750698782020097

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H.B. 4304
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Feb '14

20 Feb '14

Dear Judiciary Subcommittee Delegates, I understand that an exemption from H.B. 4304 has been requested for the Coalfields Expressway roads. Are the Coalfields Expressway roads exempt from the current 17C-7-3? If not, there's no reason to exempt them from the proposed amended 17C-7-3. They both require a vehicle to "...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". How do coal trucks pass farm tractors, school buses, highway maintenance equipment and other slow moving vehicles on the Coalfields Expressway Roads? Just run them over? Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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TAP Grant - Doodle Poll
by Derek Springston 14 Feb '14

14 Feb '14

Hi folks, This meeting is primarily scheduled for Frank, Chip, Traci, and I to choose locations for the Bike Shelters as part of our application for the Transportation Alternatives Grant which is due March 14th. However, I decided to include all Bike Board Members and a few others in case you would also like to join us and guide the selection of locations. I plan to have a large paper map ready and also have a online map as a backup, should we need more zooming capabilities, etc. I would like to invite you to the Doodle poll "TAP Grant - Facility Location/Mapping Meeting." Please follow the link in order to participate in the poll: http://doodle.com/8yzuxsrbdfh43s8f 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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Pedestrian Struck by Cyclist...
by Traci Knabenshue 13 Feb '14

13 Feb '14

Have you seen this? http://wvutoday.wvu.edu/n/2014/02/12/university-police-offers-safety-tips-f… Traci Traci Knabenshue Conservation Specialist 304.293.9500 traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu<mailto:traci.knabenshue@mail.wvu.edu> www.recycle.wvu.edu<http://www.recycle.wvu.edu/> [FacilitiesManage85]

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Re: [Bikeboard] Pedestrian Struck by Cyclist...
by Chip Wamsley 13 Feb '14

13 Feb '14

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Not surprising, I've heard of (and witnessed one) incidents where pedestrians step off the curb and knock a cyclist over, only to run away. I hear of those because the bikes need repairs. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Graber, Stephen" sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu Sent: 2/13/2014 8:38:29 AM To: "Ryan Post" rpostwvu(a)gmail.com, "Frank Gmeindl" frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net Cc: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Pedestrian Struck by Cyclist... Agree with Ryan's assessment of the downtown campus- I ride through there a lot. I'm with Frank in not understanding how the pedestrian was hit from behind- I mean how does a pedestrian suddenly appear just in front of a cyclist? Also can't believe the jerk just rode on after knocking someone down! ------------------------------------------- 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 Ryan Post rpostwvu(a)gmail.com Sent: Wednesday, February 12, 2014 7:18 PM To: Frank Gmeindl Cc: Bicycle Board Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Pedestrian Struck by Cyclist... Pretty easy to happen. Between classes traffic is usually gridlocked in both directions and people walk between cars. Cyclists often filter the stopped cars and have very poor and very short sight lines. The crosswalk is most likely purely coincidental. Nobody uses crosswalks on the downtown campus. Ryan On Feb 12, 2014, at 5:09 PM, Frank Gmeindl frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net wrote: No, I hadn't seen this. Curious how a pedestrian in a crosswalk would be hit from behind by a bicycle. I would expect the pedestrian to be hit from the side. I hope some witnesses will step up. Regardless, unless the pedestrian stepped right into the path of the cyclist so near to the cyclist that the cyclist could not have sufficient time to avoid colliding, the cyclist is probably at fault since the pedestrian was in a crosswalk. 17C-10-2. Pedestrians' right-of-way in crosswalks. (a) When traffic-control signals are not in place or not in operation the driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way, slowing down or stopping if need be to so yield, to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within a crosswalk when the pedestrian is upon the half of the roadway upon which the vehicle is traveling, or when the pedestrian is approaching so closely from the opposite half of the roadway as to be in danger, but no pedestrian shall suddenly leave a curb or other place of safety and walk or run into the path of a vehicle which is so close that it is impossible for the driver to yield. This provision shall not apply under the conditions stated in section three paragraph (b) of this article. (b) Whenever any vehicle is stopped at a marked crosswalk or at any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection to permit a pedestrian to cross the roadway, the driver of any other vehicle approaching from the rear shall not overtake and pass such stopped vehicle. Of course, in WV a bicycle is not a vehicle (17C-1-2) but bicyclists must obey the same laws as drivers of vehicles (17C-11-2). Frank On Feb 12, 2014, at 4:48 PM, Traci Knabenshue wrote: Have you seen this? http://wvutoday.wvu.edu/n/2014/02/12/university-police-offers-safety-tips-f… Traci Traci Knabenshue Conservation Specialist 304.293.9500 traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu www.recycle.wvu.edu image001.jpg _______________________________________________ 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

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Way finding report
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Feb '14

12 Feb '14

ERROR: in my presentation on rebranding and way finding, I said that Arnett Muldrow created the "Visitor Wayfinding" report. I'm now meeting with them and they say they didn't. Apparently, the report I received is not new. Please be aware when you come to the 6 pm meeting tonite. Frank

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Predicting Better Use of Public Space by Using Snow
by Derek Springston 12 Feb '14

12 Feb '14

Hey folks, Found this interesting. It shows how cities' could use snow to predict areas of public space that isn't being used for better use. I can think of some arguments both ways for using this method, but I think it could one valuable factor to take into account when searching for areas that aren't being utilized. http://thisoldcity.com/advocacy/photos-what-snow-tells-us-about-creating-be… Enjoy, ~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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Action Items and Reminder about City Rebranding Meetings
by Traci Knabenshue 11 Feb '14

11 Feb '14

Hi All! Here are the latest action items. Also, Frank may have been explaining this at Thursday's meeting and I didn't quite catch it, but there are actually two separate public 'rebranding' meetings happening this week. Per Susan Sullivan- 5 p.m. Tuesday - Public for Main Street Morgantown Rebranding-City Hall 6 p.m. Wednesday - Public for City of Morgantown Rebranding-City Hall Please show up and voice your support for branding Morgantown as the 'Bike Friendly Community' that it is! Traci _______________________________________________________________________________________ 223. Traci; Find out if any WVU sustainability interns are interested in serving on the BB 224. Damien; Organize a meeting between city officials and BB to discuss the Law & Order article that will include Damien, someone from the city manager's office, the police chief, Chip, Gunnar, and Traci 230. Damien; Talk to Fred about BFC sign 236. Jing; Send information to BB about October traffic counts and send a list of other suggested intersections for counts 239. Emily; Email BB to ask who is interested in meeting with Clement Solomon at WVU 253. Emily, Marilyn, Gunnar; Review the education components from the Bike Plan to come up with a proposal for Allstate 255. Gunnar, Chip; Volunteered to pull together examples of secure bicycle parking that we can take back to the COW 256. Gunnar; Will check in with Damien to get the label for the secure bicycle parking that's already installed 262. Frank; Send the WV Connecting Communities Powerpoint from the meeting he attended to the BB 263. Combined a few old action items (254., 255., 258.) to make a new one that is 'Collect information COW asked for from Oct 2013 presentation': Emily and Damien are working on pulling together what various data collecting methods we can take back to the COW; APBP guidelines will be used to answer questions about secure bike parking that we recommend for zoning, etc. for the COW and Chris Fletcher 264. Gunnar; Lead development of a concise primer for city police officers that explains why bicyclist lane position is important to record on accident reports that the officers fill out 265. Traci; Look at what entities can apply for TAP funds and let Ryan Stocking know if a Board of Education would be eligible 266. Frank; Resend delegate names and contact information so BB members can call in support for HB 4304 267. BB members who were present; All will contact the various delegates and/or friends to ask for their support of HB 4304 268. Jing; Will send Provis database information so BB members can take a look at it if they like 269. Colin; Will ask Sara Zegre if she'd like to be the BOPARC rep to the BB 270. Colin; Will ask Chris Snider from Wamsley's if he'd like to be on the BB 271. Traci, Gunnar; Will delete projects 6,7, and 8 from individual project list Traci Knabenshue Conservation Specialist 304.293.9500 traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu<mailto:traci.knabenshue@mail.wvu.edu> www.recycle.wvu.edu<http://www.recycle.wvu.edu/> [FacilitiesManage85]

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Action Items #255 & #258
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Feb '14

06 Feb '14

Please go to https://www.dropbox.com/s/gqamph3ccckp1de/APBPparkingGuidelines.pdf and download the APBP Bicycle Parking Guidelines that I believe would satisfy action Items #255 & #258. Frank

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Action Item #261
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Feb '14

06 Feb '14

At tonight's BB meeting, Chip assigned me Action Item #261 which is to "send the WV Connecting Communities Powerpoint from the meeting he attended to the BB". The presentation that Chip delivered to WV Connecting Communities (and that he and I also delivered to the Region VI Planning & Development Council) is too big to attach to an e-mail message. Please go to https://www.dropbox.com/s/ppix4hp5vlfj6l2/BikeEconBeneRegion6.pptx and download it. Frank

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H.B. 4304 bicycle law
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Feb '14

06 Feb '14

On Friday, January 24, 2014, House Bill 4304 was introduced to the WV legislature. H.B. 4304: * requires motorists to pass bicycles not less than three feet at a careful and reduced speed; * allows motorists to cross the double yellow line to pass a bicycle; * repeals the law that requires bicyclists to ride as far to the right as practicable; * repeals the requirement for bicyclists to use a side path and not to use the road; * repeals the requirement for bicycles to have a bell. To read the bill (one page) go to: http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4304%20in… To understand the steps that a bill goes through to become a law, see: http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Educational/Bill_Becomes_Law/Bill_Becomes_Law.… Please call your delegates and encourage them to support this bill. House delegates are listed at http://www.legis.state.wv.us/House/roster.cfm Attached are some talking points and the animation at http://commuteorlando.com/ontheroad/animations/narrowlane/narrowlane.html can help your discussion. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Board Meeting, Feb 6th 2014
by Emily Vasile 06 Feb '14

06 Feb '14

Hi All, I have something last minute that I need to take care of tonight and I won't be able to make it to the meeting afterall. I was supposed to bring the Oreos so hopefully someone else has a stash at home to supply. As far as Allstate, I followed up with them last week with some information they requested but have not heard back since then. I will give Susan a call next week to see if she has an idea of whether or not they are still interested. Apologies for my absence tonight. Emily On Thu, Feb 6, 2014 at 12:58 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Meeting is this evening. > Hope to see you all there! > Bring some coffee or whatever beverage you prefer to have with Oreos... > > ****** > > February Bike Board Meeting > February 6, 2014, 6:30pm- > Morgantown Public Safety Building > > 223. Traci; Find out if any WVU sustainability interns are interested > in serving on the BB > 224. Damien; Organize a meeting between city officials and BB to > discuss the Law & Order article that will include Damien, someone > from the city manager's office, the police chief, Chip, Gunnar, and > Traci > 230. Damien; Talk to Fred about BFC sign > 235. Damien; Pull counts from counters and send to BB > 236. Jing; Send information to BB about October traffic counts and > send a list of other suggested intersections for counts > 239. Emily; Email BB to ask who is interested in meeting with Clement > Solomon at WVU > 253. Emily, Marilyn, Gunnar; Review the education components from the > Bike Plan to come up with a proposal for Allstate > 254. Emily, Damien; Volunteered to be the 'count committee' and pull > together what various data collecting methods we can take back to the > COW > 255. Gunnar, Chip; Volunteered to pull together examples of secure > bicycle parking that we can take back to the COW > 256. Gunnar; Will check in with Damien to get the label for the secure > bicycle parking that's already installed > 257. Damien; Will get an agenda item on the next Traffic Commission > agenda to approve our proposed membership changes > 258. Traci, Andrew, Jing; Will work on parameters for bike parking to > share with Chris Fletcher > 259. Jing; Ask WVU student named Greg if he would like to be on the BB > since he came to one of his bike plan input meetings > 260. Emily, Gunnar, Mayilyn, Frank, Andrew; Will meet as a > subcommittee called "Ways to Spend Allstate's Money" > 261. Derek; Will be the TAP rep from the BB to talk about chosen > projects to Jeff Mikorski > 261. Chip; Send the WV Connecting Communities Powerpoint from the > meeting he attended to the BB > > Agenda- > * Schmooze Time > * Last minute agenda items > * Approve last month's minutes > * Action Items > * Ripe Bananas > * Welcome First Sergeant Matt McCabe our newest ex-officio member and > ask him for his views on the BB and how to implement the enforcement > part of the Bicycle Plan. > Planned Enforcement Actions: > 1. Establish and maintain a plan for traffic enforcement to > improve bicycling safety and to reduce the perceived risk of bicycling > in Morgantown. > 2. Conduct an annual Enforcement for Bicycle Safety workshop with > the Morgantown Police department. > 3. Send rights and duties postcard to motorists that cyclists or > others observed and reported violating bicyclist rights. > 4. Handout rights and duties card along with citation to cyclists > who violate rules of the road. > 5. Cite bicyclists who run stop signs, ride against traffic, make > improper turns or violate other laws. > 6. Cite motorists for improper driving around cyclists with > emphasis on failure to stop for stop signs, failure to yield at > intersections and passing cyclists too closely and too fast. > 7. Measure bicycle use, bicycle crashes, bicycle injuries, and > bicycle-related citations and publish the results quarterly and > yearly. Analyze data to identify opportunities for increasing bicycle > use and reducing crashes. Every year, 2 months before the beginning of > the City's annual budget cycle, conduct an annual review with City > Council, Chief of Police, City Engineer and the Bicycle Board of > trends in bicycle use, bicycle crashes, bicycle injuries and, > bicycle-related citations and identify required changes to the Bicycle > Plan and related plans and operations. > * Transportation Alternative Grants: Updates > * Allstate Proposal: Updates > * H.B. 4304; Frank would like to hear each member say what he or she > will do to get H.B. 4304 passed. Desired outcome: ideas and BB full > court press to get the bill passed. > * MPO Bicyle Plan; Update > * Project reviews > Move, modify, or delete > * Review meeting > * Adjourn > > Ongoing Projects- > 1. Bike racks at schools > Jonathan, Alice, Marilyn > 2. Bicycle safety programs at schools, teaching safety and Safe > Routes to School > Andrew, Frank > 3. Create singletrack trails in city > Colin, Andrew, Alice, Mark Wise, Ella Belling > 4. Complete parking inventory, identify parking gaps > Derek, Jing, Damien > 5. Update SLM and STR sign locations > Derek, Jing, Damien, Emily > 6. Identify signs, markings, facilities on BikeMorgantown.com > Derek, Jing, Damien, Traci > 7. Other GIS ideas > Derek, Jing, Damien > 8. Show WVU bike racks on WVU google map of campus > Traci > 9. Represent BB on Connecting Communities > Frank, Jonathan, Bill (liason) > 10. Morgantown Bicycling & Transit Map > Jing, Colin > 11. White paper to recommend bike friendly elements in Evansdale & > Hospital redevelopment > Traci, Jonathan, Chip > 12. Get all major employers rated Bicycle Friendly Businesses > Chip, Jonathan, Emily > 14. Implement Complete Streets action in Bicycle Plan > Damien, Frank > 15. Write grants (HSIP, etc.) > Jeff Mikorski, Traci > 18. Build Stakeholder involvement > Emily, Jonathan, Frank, Traci > 19. Moving the Bicycle Plan forward > Frank (reluctantly), Emily (but sure...), Traci (no tag line) > > Members- > Gunnar Shogren, Vice Chairman - Fifth Ward > Traci Knabenshue, Secretary - Sixth Ward > Colin Dierman - First Ward > Emily Vasile - Second Ward > Andrew Walker - Fifth Ward > Frank Gmeindl - Sixth Ward > Marilyn Newcome - Seventh Ward > Jonathan Rosenbaum - Seventh Ward > Derek Springston - Greater Morgantown > Chip Wamsley - Greater Morgantown > Jing Zhang - Greater Morgantown > Damien Davis - City Engineering Ex-Officio > David Bruffy - Mountain Line Ex-Officio > Bill Austin - Morgantown Monongalia MPO Ex-Officio > First Sergeant Matt McCabe - Morgantown City Police Ex-Officio > Christiaan Abildso - Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board Ex-Officio > Sam Stone - Legal Ex-Officio > > vacant, Chairman > vacant - Second Ward > vacant - Greater Morgantown > vacant - Greater Morgantown > vacant - Traffic Commission Representative > vacant - WVU Cycling Representative > vacant - Youth Commission Member > vacant - WVU Transportation and Parking Ex-Officio > vacant - BOPARC Ex-Officio > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com > http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Bike Board Meeting, Feb 6th 2014
by Gunnar Shogren 04 Feb '14

04 Feb '14

Okay folks, This meeting needs to happen. And I need minutes/action items from the last meeting. I'm sure Jing will have some updates. Here's what I have so far for an agenda- ********** Welcome First Sergeant Matt McCabe our newest ex-officio member and ask him for his views on the BB and how to implement the enforcement part of the Bicycle Plan. Planned Enforcement Actions: 1. Establish and maintain a plan for traffic enforcement to improve bicycling safety and to reduce the perceived risk of bicycling in Morgantown. 2. Conduct an annual Enforcement for Bicycle Safety workshop with the Morgantown Police department. 3. Send rights and duties postcard to motorists that cyclists or others observed and reported violating bicyclist rights. 4. Handout rights and duties card along with citation to cyclists who violate rules of the road. 5. Cite bicyclists who run stop signs, ride against traffic, make improper turns or violate other laws. 6. Cite motorists for improper driving around cyclists with emphasis on failure to stop for stop signs, failure to yield at intersections and passing cyclists too closely and too fast. 7. Measure bicycle use, bicycle crashes, bicycle injuries, and bicycle-related citations and publish the results quarterly and yearly. Analyze data to identify opportunities for increasing bicycle use and reducing crashes. Every year, 2 months before the beginning of the City's annual budget cycle, conduct an annual review with City Council, Chief of Police, City Engineer and the Bicycle Board of trends in bicycle use, bicycle crashes, bicycle injuries and, bicycle-related citations and identify required changes to the Bicycle Plan and related plans and operations. Transportation Alternative Grants Updates Project reviews Move, modify, or delete ************* Please plan on attending and taking part. The time is now.

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November 2013 Minutes
by Traci Knabenshue 03 Feb '14

03 Feb '14

Hello BB! Attached are the November 2013 minutes. Please see open action items on the first page. Thanks! Traci

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Morgantown Wayfinding
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Feb '14

02 Feb '14

The attached report contains a very detailed plan commissioned by Mainstreet Morgantown to install wayfinding signs around Morgantown. The word "bicycle" is not mentioned once in the 76 pages of the plan. The Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan that the City Council unanimously adopted in May 2012 explicitly says, " Establish way-finding signage and roadway markings to support the bicycle route map http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php " (Encouragement #7). Apparently, Morgantown City Council / Mainstreet Morgantown coordination can be improved. The rebranding meetings on Feb. 12 (9 am for business; 6 pm for non-business) in City Hall may be opportunities to facilitate that. I hope you will attend and give your input, e.g. brand Morgantown as a Bicycle Friendly Community. Morgantown now has an excellent Comprehensive Plan, Long Range Transportation Plan, Bicycle Plan and Pedestrian Plan. Hopefully, this year, the City will be able to integrate them so that development projects will proceed to effectively and efficiently implement the plans and especially not scuttle any of them. Frank

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Tonight: MPO Bike Plan 4-7
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Jan '14

30 Jan '14

Please come to the Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization's Open House tonight 4-7 pm at the Public Safety Center (corner Spruce and Walnut). Examine the Bicycle Plan that the MPO has created for our area. Provide your input. The Open House will probably also be attended by WVDOH people and citizens of our area. The squeaky wheel will get the grease. 4ank

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Fwd: Please support HB 4304
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Jan '14

27 Jan '14

Christiaan's message could be a model for yours. His message to our local delegates provides their e-mail addresses. Phone call would be better. Here are their numbers: Pasdon (304) 340-3153 Fleischauer (304) 340-3169 Frich (304) 340-3125 Marshall (304) 340-3900 Barill (304) 340-3173 Beach (304) 357-7919 Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: January 27, 2014 10:42:52 AM EST > To: Delegate Pasdon <amanda.pasdon(a)wvhouse.gov>, Delegate Fleischauer <barbaraf(a)wvhouse.gov>, Delegate Frich <cindy.frich(a)wvhouse.gov>, Delegate Marshall <charlene.marshall(a)wvhouse.gov>, Delegate Barill <anthony.barill(a)wvhouse.gov> > Cc: Senator Beach <bob.beach(a)wvsenate.gov> > Subject: Please support HB 4304 > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > Friends - > Last Friday, January 24, 2014, House Bill 4304 was introduced to the WV legislature. Thank you Delegates Fleischauer & Barill for sponsoring! > > H.B. 4304: > * requires motorists to pass bicycles not less than three feet at a careful and reduced speed; > * allows motorists to cross the double yellow line to pass a bicycle when it is safe to pass; > * repeals the law that requires bicyclists to ride as far to the right as practicable; > * repeals the requirement for bicyclists to use a side path and not to use the road; > * repeals the requirement for bicycles to have a bell. > > This would provide added protection for those of us that choose to ride for transportation or leisure. People are choosing to live in walkable & bikable communities, bringing with them vitality, economic development and prosperity. > > We greatly appreciate your support of HB 4304. > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantownwv.gov/government/advisory-boards/pedestrian-safety-bo…

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H.B. 4304 bicycle law
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Jan '14

25 Jan '14

On Friday, January 24, 2013, House Bill 4304 was introduced to the WV legislature. H.B. 4304: * requires motorists to pass bicycles not less than three feet at a careful and reduced speed; * allows motorists to cross the double yellow line to pass a bicycle; * repeals the law that requires bicyclists to ride as far to the right as practicable; * repeals the requirement for bicyclists to use a side path and not to use the road; * repeals the requirement for bicycles to have a bell. To read the bill (one page) go to: http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4304%20in… To understand the steps that a bill goes through to become a law, see: http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Educational/Bill_Becomes_Law/Bill_Becomes_Law.… Please call your delegates and encourage them to support this bill. House delegates are listed at http://www.legis.state.wv.us/House/roster.cfm Attached are some talking points and the animation at http://commuteorlando.com/ontheroad/animations/narrowlane/narrowlane.html can help your discussion. Frank

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Fwd: Register for a FREE Webinar: Bicycle Safety Education: Implementing the Best Curriculum for Your Community
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Jan '14

24 Jan '14

Those of us who teach cycling or teach youth might be interested in this. Begin forwarded message: > From: Safe Routes to School National Partnership <info(a)saferoutespartnership.org> > Date: January 24, 2014 1:02:09 PM EST > To: Frank <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Register for a FREE Webinar: Bicycle Safety Education: Implementing the Best Curriculum for Your Community > Reply-To: Safe Routes to School National Partnership <info(a)saferoutespartnership.org> > > Sometimes teaching bicycle safety can feel like rocket science. We can help. > Is this email not displaying correctly? > View it in your browser. > > > On Thursday, February 20th, from 2-3pm Eastern, the Safe Routes to School National Partnership is hosting a free webinar: > > Bicycle Safety Education: Implementing the Best Curriculum for your Community > > REGISTER HERE: > https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5744750698782020097 > > > Sometimes teaching bicycle safety can feel like rocket science. Between balancing the competing needs of scheduling available classroom time, checking off necessary safety skills, training educators and securing a bike fleet and equipment – choosing and implementing the best curriculum for your community can start to feel overwhelming. Join us as we talk about the important components of bicycle safety curricula and help attendees think through what might be best for their programs. Then we’ll chat with Safe Routes to School Education experts as we dive into the various types of bicycle safety that can be taught in the classroom and the tips and tricks for programmatic success. > > BONUS: We’ll be fielding any questions about your bicycle safety programming and related issues during the webinar – please send your questions ahead of time to dave(a)saferoutespartnership.org. > > SPEAKERS: > > LeeAnne Fergason, education director, Bicycle Transportation Alliance > Jenna Berman, education director, Bicycle Colorado > Dave Cowan, program manager, Safe Routes to School National Partnership > This free webinar is part of a series of monthly National Learning Network webinars on topics related to Safe Routes to School and other policy and program initiatives that can increase walking and bicycling to school and in daily life. > > To register for this free webinar, click on this link: > https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5744750698782020097 > > > > Copyright © 2014 Safe Routes Partnership, All rights reserved. > You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website. > Our mailing address is: > Safe Routes Partnership > P.O. Box 663 > Fairfax, CA 94978 > > Add us to your address book > > > > > unsubscribe from this list | update subscription preferences | view email in browser > > >

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Fwd: Rebranding Exercises Rescheduled for February
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Jan '14

23 Jan '14

Meeting to get resident and business input for Morgantown re-branding RESCHEDULED TO Wednesday, February 12, 2014 City Hall Council Chambers 5 pm for residents; 9 am for businesses. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Susan Sullivan" <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: "Press Release" <Press.Release(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Wednesday, January 22, 2014 4:15:51 PM > Subject: Rebranding Exercises Rescheduled for February > > Morgantown, Main Street Rebranding Rescheduled > > > What: The City of Morgantown and Arnett Muldrow & Associates have rescheduled the Rebranding Exercises due to poor travel conditions during the week of January 20-24. > > > Who: Arnett Muldrow & Associates is a municipal planning and branding company from South Carolina that will assist the City of Morgantown and Main Street Morgantown in creating a new brand for both. > > > Where: Council Chambers in City Hall, 389 Spruce Street, Morgantown > > > When: Public Meetings for Rebranding have been moved to Wednesday, February 12, 2014. > > · Businesses are welcome to attend a merchants/commercial/developers session at 9 a.m. > > · Residents are welcome to attend a Public Roundtable at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers. > > > For more information, please contact the City Manager’s Office at 304-284-7405. > > > > Susan Sullivan, Public Communications Manager > City of Morgantown > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > (304) 284-7426 - C (304) 844-8908 - F (304) 284-7430 > > > Bill Kawecki > Morgantown City Council Ward 2 > > citycouncilward2(a)cityofmorgantown.org > 304-292-5154

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Fwd: Release: City of Morgantown to Rebrand; Public invited to Participate
by Frank Gmeindl 22 Jan '14

22 Jan '14

Meeting to get resident and business input for Morgantown re-branding Thursday 1/23 City Hall Council Chambers 5 pm for residents; 9 am for businesses. Begin forwarded message: > > From: "Susan Sullivan" <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: "Press Release (MPD)" <press.release(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Thursday, January 16, 2014 10:17:09 AM > Subject: Release: City of Morgantown to Rebrand; Public invited to Participate > > Hello: > > Please find attached an announcement about an exciting branding opportunity and how residents and others can get involved in shaping the City's new look and focus. > > If any reporters would like to cover this event, please contact me, and I can provide additional times and locations for meetings other than what is provided in the press release. These two meetings can offer public input video and interviews, but if you'd like to be at the final debriefing on Friday, let me know and I'll send you additional information. > > We will be scheduling a Reveal Press Conference at City hall when we receive our new Digital Media Packet containing all our new rebranding. This will be announced when the designs are finalized. > > Susan > > Susan Sullivan, Public Communications Manager > City of Morgantown > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > (304) 284-7426 - C (304) 844-8908 - F (304) 284-7430 > > -- > Bill Kawecki > Morgantown City Council Ward 2 > > citycouncilward2(a)cityofmorgantown.org > 304-292-5154

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Seeking Transporation Alternatives Application volunteers...
by Derek Springston 15 Jan '14

15 Jan '14

Bike Board Members, As of two days ago, we now have access to the WVDOH Grants Application page that will allow us to assist the City of Morgantown with preparing the Transportation Alternatives grant application for the Shared Lane Markings/Bikes May Use Full Lane signs and the Bike/Bus Shelter projects. I've attached a mostly incomplete application (*TA Application PDF 1289.pdf*) for your review. I've also attached a copy of the Letter of Intent (*TA Intent PDF 1289.pdf*) that was submitted by the City to provide you with the initial project descriptions. Please review the application and determine where your skills and expertise can help and let me know what sections you could complete or oversee. Please let me know by January 17th, so I can plan on who is doing what ASAP. The last day to submit our application is March 14, 2014. I'd like to finish it by the end of February. 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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Re: [Bikeboard] Seeking Transporation Alternatives Application volunteers...
by Chip Wamsley 11 Jan '14

11 Jan '14

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nI'm in Derek. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Derek Springston" dspringston(a)gmail.com Sent: 1/9/2014 10:58:06 PM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Seeking Transporation Alternatives Application volunteers... Bike Board Members, As of two days ago, we now have access to the WVDOH Grants Application page that will allow us to assist the City of Morgantown with preparing the Transportation Alternatives grant application for the Shared Lane Markings/Bikes May Use Full Lane signs and the Bike/Bus Shelter projects. I've attached a mostly incomplete application (TA Application PDF 1289.pdf) for your review. I've also attached a copy of the Letter of Intent (TA Intent PDF 1289.pdf) that was submitted by the City to provide you with the initial project descriptions. Please review the application and determine where your skills and expertise can help and let me know what sections you could complete or oversee. Please let me know by January 17th, so I can plan on who is doing what ASAP. The last day to submit our application is March 14, 2014. I'd like to finish it by the end of February. 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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Fwd: Bike Bits Vol. 16, No. 1, January 8, 2014
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Jan '14

09 Jan '14

Dirty Dozen covered in Adventure Cycling on-line mag. > HOW SLOW CAN YOU GO? > The video linked below is of the annual Dirty Dozen race, in which > cyclists tackle Pittsburgh's steepest hills, including one said to > be the steepest street in the entire U.S. Parts of it look like > they're in slow motion, but we're not sure if that's so. In some > cases riders are going so slow that they fall over sideways from > the lack of momentum. > http://urbanvelo.org/31st-dirty-dozen-hill-race 4ank Begin forwarded message: > From: Adventure Cycling <bikebits(a)adventurecycling.org> > Date: January 8, 2014 8:04:47 PM EST > To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > Subject: Bike Bits Vol. 16, No. 1, January 8, 2014 > Reply-To: Adventure Cycling <bikebits(a)adventurecycling.org> > > ------------------------------------------------------------------- > Bike Bits Vol. 16, No. 1, January 8, 2014 > ------------------------------------------------------------------- > This is the 325th issue of Bike Bits, Adventure Cycling's twice-monthly > bicycle bulletin. Bike Bits is delivered to you, and 51,177 other > readers, because you've signed up for it at the Adventure Cycling > Association website, http://www.adventurecycling.org. Bike Bits arrives > in text-only format for quick download and includes links for more > information. We want to inspire you to dream and to live your own > bicycle adventures. > > ************************************************************ > > "People don't take trips, trips take people." > --John Steinbeck > > ******* > > A JOURNEY ACROSS REMOTE LANDS > Thanks to a member from Boise named Dave for sending along the following > link to a post by blogger Nicholas Marino. He's a photographer who, for > the past eight years, has been bicycling to remote regions of the earth > to document landscapes and cultures. In this piece Marino highlights > "two places that truly touched my heart, Tibet and Mongolia." The > photographs may be of this world, but they're also out of this world. > http://bit.ly/1gdQxvZ > > > ******* > > > 2ND ANNUAL VIDEO CONTEST OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS > To celebrate the beauty and spirit of bicycle travel, we invite you > to submit your best bicycle-touring videos to Adventure Cycling's > 2014 Bicycle Travel Video Contest on Vimeo. The judges will name > one winner for each of the three submission categories (Best Long > Distance Tour Video, Best Short Tour Video, and Best Portrait of a > Traveling Cyclist). Winners will each receive a two-year membership > with Adventure Cycling and a $500 gift certificate for Cyclosource, > our gear catalog. Learn more and watch last year's winning videos: > http://bit.ly/1cWf1tT > > > ******* > > > YELLOWSTONE-GRAND TETON RAIL TRAIL > One of the more exciting rail-trail projects we've learned about > recently is one that will ultimately link West Yellowstone, Montana, > and Victor, Idaho. The distance is more than 100 miles and the > scenery is some of the world's most marvelous. Certain segments are > already developed, including the eight miles linking Victor and > Driggs, Idaho (asphalt surface), and the 30 miles between Tetonia > and Ashton, Idaho (gravel). Other sections have yet to be reclaimed > and developed. You can view photo galleries, learn about the railroad > history, and keep up on trail news at this link: > http://tetonrailtrail.tvtap.org > > > ******* > > > JOIN ADVENTURE CYCLING (OR URGE A FRIEND TO) > Are you not a member of Adventure Cycling, but intrigued by the idea > of receiving two-wheeled inspiration and armchair adventure on a > regular basis the year around? Join by January 12 and we'll send you > the 2014 Adventure Cycling Calendar for free; this in addition to > all of the other benefits associated with membership, including nine > annual editions of Adventure Cyclist magazine and discounts on maps > for the Adventure Cycling Route Network. Already a member? Then > please share this offer with your friends. They'll thank you every > time they receive an issue of Adventure Cyclist. > https://www.adventurecycling.org/membership/join/?r=SM-CMD > > > ******* > > > ZIP IT > This posted almost three years ago, but it somehow escaped our > notice until now. These heavy-duty Ziploc Big Bags might be just > the ticket for keeping your gear dry in sustained rains. Tamia > Nelson's site includes ample photos of the creative way she has > used them. > http://www.tamiasoutside.com/2013/08/06/ziplockbigbag > > > ******* > > > TULSA BICYCLE TRAVEL EVENT > Join Adventure Cycling Association and the Tulsa Bicycle Club for a > free event on Thursday, January 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. at McNellie's > Pub, 409 East 1st Street in downtown Tulsa. Enjoy snacks and > refreshments, meet kindred cycling spirits, and learn about the > latest in bike travel and cycling in North America. Adventure > Cycling's travel initiatives coordinator, Saara Snow, will present > on our work to create Bicycle Route 66, which will be the first > section of the Adventure Cycling Route Network to pass through > Oklahoma, our new Idaho Hot Springs Mountain Bike Route, and > provide updates on the U.S. Bicycle Route System and national > advocacy. RSVP by January 10 via email, info(a)adventurecycling.org, > or by calling (406) 532-2751. Learn more: > http://bit.ly/TulsaGathering > > > ******* > > > HOW SLOW CAN YOU GO? > The video linked below is of the annual Dirty Dozen race, in which > cyclists tackle Pittsburgh's steepest hills, including one said to > be the steepest street in the entire U.S. Parts of it look like > they're in slow motion, but we're not sure if that's so. In some > cases riders are going so slow that they fall over sideways from > the lack of momentum. > http://urbanvelo.org/31st-dirty-dozen-hill-race > > > ******* > > > RIDING THE POLITICAL DIVIDE > "Transport is a subtly political business. Left-wingers like trains > (central planning, low fuel consumption, largely egalitarian seating). > Right-wingers like cars (freedom, independence, individualism). Only > the bicycle crosses the political divide: it embodies both liberty > and equality." This is the first paragraph from a short article titled > "The Bicycle is Best" by Emma Duncan, deputy editor of The Economist. > The piece is one in a series by a collection of writers answering the > question, "What's the Best Way to Travel?" You can even express your > own opinion by voting in the online poll linked at the bottom of the > article. > http://bit.ly/1hDPkyN > > > ******* > > > WE COULD'VE BEEN MILLIONAIRES! > "If people say it's impossible we have to prove them wrong." That's > the attitude Dutch design students Anna and Terese assumed when they > took on an impressive challenge as a school project: designing an > "invisible" bicycle helmet. Watch a video explaining it here: > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMAhptqk-4Q > Longtime members may recall that we at Bikecentennial were on to > this idea more than 25 years ago, though in a slightly less > sophisticated fashion. Hail the Bikecentennial Air Bag Helmet, > conceived by Greg Siple, photographed by Gary MacFadden, and > modeled by a somewhat willing Mac McCoy. > http://sheldonbrown.com/airbag-helmet.html > > > ******* > > > Until next time, click on http://www.transcontinentalrace.com to > learn about yet another self-supported bicycle race, this one going > across Europe from London to Istanbul. > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Copyright 2014 Adventure Cycling Association. See what we are doing at: > http://www.adventurecycling.org > > If you like Bike Bits, please forward it to your cycling friends! > > To subscribe, visit: > http://www.adventurecycling.org/resources/bike-bits/ > > To update your subscription or unsubscribe, visit: > http://www.adventurecycling.org/resources/bike-bits/manage-bike-bits-subscr… > > News for Bike Bits? Please email bikebits(a)adventurecycling.org > > Looking for past issues of Bike Bits? Visit the publications archive: > http://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/publications-archive/ > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- > Read our blog: http://www.adventurecycling.org/resources/blog/ > > Find us on: > > Facebook: > http://www.adventurecycling.org/facebook > > Twitter: > http://www.adventurecycling.org/twitter > > Flickr: > http://www.adventurecycling.org/flickr > > YouTube: > http://www.adventurecycling.org/youtube > > Instagram: > https://www.adventurecycling.org/instagram > > Pinterest: > https://www.adventurecycling.org/pinterest > > Tumblr: > http://adventurecycling.tumblr.com > > Adventure Cycling Association is North America's premier nonprofit > organization dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to travel > by bicycle. Membership is open to anyone and includes a one-year > subscription to Adventure Cyclist magazine and discounted pricing > on maps from our Adventure Cycling Route Network, which now includes > 41,420 miles. To join, go to: > http://www.adventurecycling.org/membership/ > -------------------------------------------------------------------- > -------------------------------------------------------------------- >

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Fwd: Register for a Free Webinar: Liability 201 - Thinking Through Your Community's Safe Routes to School Liability Concerns
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jan '14

06 Jan '14

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Safe Routes to School National Partnership" <Safe_Routes_to_School_National_P(a)mail.vresp.com> > Date: January 6, 2014 3:46:31 PM EST > To: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com > Subject: Register for a Free Webinar: Liability 201 - Thinking Through Your Community's Safe Routes to School Liability Concerns > Reply-To: "Safe Routes to School National Partnership" <reply-9afc760923-f68f769cc5-ff2c(a)u.cts.vresp.com> > > > > > > On Thursday, January 16th, from 2-3 p.m. Eastern, the Safe Routes to School National Partnership is hosting a free webinar: > > Liability 201: Thinking Through Your Community's Safe Routes to School Liability Concerns > > REGISTER HERE: > https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/851271943612115969 > > Join us for our upcoming webinar, Liability 201, where we will host experts on the sometimes confusing topics of Safe Routes to School and liability. Our speakers will review basic liability concepts and then delve into the more detailed issues related to the implementation of walking school buses, bike trains and remote drop offs. Additionally, our panelists have agreed to field your questions ahead of time! If you have specific situations you'd like them to discuss during the webinar, email them to dave(a)saferoutespartnership.org before January 14th. > > Note: Our experts will discuss liability situations and provide general legal information, but won’t be able to give legal advice. For legal advice on a specific situation, we recommend that you consult an attorney who is licensed to practice law in your state. > > SPEAKERS: > Sara Zimmerman, Technical Assistance Director, Safe Routes to School National Partnership > Ben Winig, Senior Staff Attorney and Program Director, ChangeLab Solutions > Dave Cowan, Program Manager, Safe Routes to School National Partnership > TBD > This free webinar is part of a series of monthly National Learning Network webinars on topics related to Safe Routes to School and other policy and program initiatives that can increase walking and bicycling to school and in daily life. > > To register for this free webinar, click on this link: > https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/851271943612115969 > > > > > > 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 > > Click here to forward this email to a friend > > Safe Routes to School National Partnership > PO Box 2359 > Boulder, Colorado 80302 > US > Read the VerticalResponse marketing policy. > > >

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First meeting of the New Year! Thursday January 2nd 2014
by Gunnar Shogren 02 Jan '14

02 Jan '14

We need agenda items! And how about last meeting's minutes and action items?! Sorry about the late notice, I've been away and didn't have much 'net connectivity... #thehorror Ready, Set, Go.

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Re: [Bikeboard] First meeting of the New Year! Thursday January 2nd 2014
by Chip Wamsley 02 Jan '14

02 Jan '14

I'll be there if its a go. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Gunnar Shogren" <gshogren(a)gmail.com> Sent: 1/2/2014 1:23:21 PM To: "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] First meeting of the New Year! Thursday January 2nd 2014 No November Minutes or Action Items so this is what I have so far- *********** Welcome First Sergeant Matt McCabe our newest ex-officio member and ask him for his views on the BB and how to implement the enforcement part of the Bicycle Plan. Planned Enforcement Actions: 1. Establish and maintain a plan for traffic enforcement to improve bicycling safety and to reduce the perceived risk of bicycling in Morgantown. 2. Conduct an annual Enforcement for Bicycle Safety workshop with the Morgantown Police department. 3. Send rights and duties postcard to motorists that cyclists or others observed and reported violating bicyclist rights. 4. Handout rights and duties card along with citation to cyclists who violate rules of the road. 5. Cite bicyclists who run stop signs, ride against traffic, make improper turns or violate other laws. 6. Cite motorists for improper driving around cyclists with emphasis on failure to stop for stop signs, failure to yield at intersections and passing cyclists too closely and too fast. 7. Measure bicycle use, bicycle crashes, bicycle injuries, and bicycle-related citations and publish the results quarterly and yearly. Analyze data to identify opportunities for increasing bicycle use and reducing crashes. Every year, 2 months before the beginning of the City's annual budget cycle, conduct an annual review with City Council, Chief of Police, City Engineer and the Bicycle Board of trends in bicycle use, bicycle crashes, bicycle injuries and, bicycle-related citations and identify required changes to the Bicycle Plan and related plans and operations. (This is repeated in the Evaluation section below.) Morgantown Monongalia MPO 2014 Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting, Jan 7 "If the BB doesn't scrutinize it now and get any changes made that they want, they'll probably have missed their chance." Without Jing and copies of the supporting documentation I'm not sure what we would be able to do. Transportation Alternative Grants Derek will give pdates and determine who will assist with writing. Project reviews Move, modify, or delete ********** That's it. I'm about ready to pull the plug... On Wed, Jan 1, 2014 at 8:05 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: > So we have a few things for the agenda, > > But how about folks that are going to show up? Derek has said yes, > Frank has not exactly said yes, but since he added an agenda item I'm > going to assume, and Jing is not going to be able to attend. > Is everyone else avoiding emails during the holidays? > > Let me/us know! > Thanks. > > > On Mon, Dec 30, 2013 at 9:47 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> We need agenda items! >> >> And how about last meeting's minutes and action items?! >> >> Sorry about the late notice, I've been away and didn't have much 'net >> connectivity... #thehorror >> >> Ready, Set, Go. _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] First meeting of the New Year! Thursday January 2nd 2014
by Chip Wamsley 02 Jan '14

02 Jan '14

Has there been any word on the grant proposals? Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Gunnar Shogren" <gshogren(a)gmail.com> Sent: 1/1/2014 8:06:12 PM To: "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] First meeting of the New Year! Thursday January 2nd 2014 So we have a few things for the agenda, But how about folks that are going to show up? Derek has said yes, Frank has not exactly said yes, but since he added an agenda item I'm going to assume, and Jing is not going to be able to attend. Is everyone else avoiding emails during the holidays? Let me/us know! Thanks. On Mon, Dec 30, 2013 at 9:47 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: > We need agenda items! > > And how about last meeting's minutes and action items?! > > Sorry about the late notice, I've been away and didn't have much 'net > connectivity... #thehorror > > Ready, Set, Go. _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Sheetz contact
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Dec '13

20 Dec '13

Hi Chris, Could you please send me contact info for a person in Sheetz who is empowered to discontinue the downtown project? You did a great job last night answering citizen's questions last night. Your role in creating the Comprehensive plan, your knowledge of the code and especially your professionalism under fire are extraordinary. The City if very fortunate to have you on the job. I must say however that installing bike racks is not a traffic study. I would have liked to have seen bicycle counts around the prospective Sheetz property and analyses of the effects of the project on bicyclists as well as pedestrians. How many cyclists travel Foundry St. to use the underpass under Don Knotts Blvd. to get to and from the rail trail? How will the Sheetz project affect them? The Foundry St./underpass intersection is already dangerous because of its proximity to Don Knotts Blvd., the high traffic volume on Don Knotts Blvd. and the steepness of the slope coming up from the underpass. Because that intersection is so close to Don Knotts Blvd. cyclists merging from the underpass onto Foundry frequently conflict with motorists turning onto Foundry since by the time the cyclist can get started on the steep slope the east-bound lane of Foundry that appeared to be clear when the cyclist initiated his or her merge now has a motor vehicle in it bearing down on him or her. With motor vehicles exiting Sheetz onto Foundry, this situation will surely worsen substantially, perhaps to the extent that cyclists will quit using one of the most attractive entrances to the riverfront and trail. How many cyclists use Kirk St.? Before the Don Knotts Blvd./Pleasant St. reconfiguration, many used it to get to and from the Westover Bridge. Now, after the reconfiguration, I suspect bicycle use of Kirk has been quite reduced. Putting a Sheetz there will probably discourage any cyclists from using it. How many cyclists use Chestnut St.? Chestnut St. has always been a safe haven for cyclists particularly those coming from the rail trail through the Don Knotts underpass. The intersection of Foundry and South High has such poor sight lines, such heavier and faster traffic and a steep slope up High to Kirk that many cyclists choose to travel up Chestnut St. until they can use a less dangerous intersection such as Chestnut and Kirk (still awful sight lines at High and Kirk), Chestnut and Pleasant or more likely Chestnut and Chancery Row (illegally going against traffic but perceived as safer), Wall St. or even Fayette. Surely, motorists exiting Sheetz onto Chestnut perhaps being somewaht distracted by eating and drinking will increase the peril for bicyclists. How many vehicles will be going in and out of Sheetz at each of the proposed driveways each hour of the day? Which way will they be headed? While we are diligently striving to reduce motorized and increase non-motorized traffic downtown, the Sheetz could block one of the key gateways from downtown to the rail trail as well as safe access through town and to the Westover Bridge. Was any of this considered in the Sheetz traffic study? I understand that at the Oct. 16 meeting Sheetz' Robert Franks wasn't even aware that the underpass is there. What is Sheetz' position on the Comprehensive Plan? Who will be liable for pedestrian and bicyclist injuries and deaths that result from this unnecessary project? I feel that to some extent I am if I do not bring these concerns to your and Sheetz' attention. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Fwd: Public Forum on Downtown Development set for 12/19
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Dec '13

17 Dec '13

If you care about the future of Morgantown's downtown, you might want to attend this. Frank

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Fwd: TAP Funding for Bicycle Board Projects (UPDATE)
by Derek Springston 16 Dec '13

16 Dec '13

BB Members, Looks like the City of Morgantown has successfully submitted 'Letters of Intent' for these projects: Bike Plan Priorities 7,8,11: Install Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs Bike Plan Priority 47: Covered bike parking at bus stops *If you would like to provide input or help with the grant-writing on either or both of these projects, please let me know.* I'm working on getting access to the WVDOH grants application page. The application won't be available until sometime in January and due in March, but we may be able to do a bit of prep even before then since I've obtained a copy of last year's TE grant (which may be similar). Thanks, ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Date: Fri, Dec 13, 2013 at 8:40 PM Subject: Re: TAP Funding for Bicycle Board Projects (UPDATE) To: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Derek, The intent to apply has been submitted. Sincerely, Jeff Mikorski ICMA-CM City Manager City of Morgantown, West Virginia 304-284-7404 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Derek Springston" <dspringston(a)gmail.com> To: "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Sent: Friday, December 13, 2013 4:56:15 PM Subject: Re: TAP Funding for Bicycle Board Projects (UPDATE) Jeff, Let me know how things went with the Letter of Intents. Thanks Derek On Dec 13, 2013 12:41 PM, "Derek Springston" < dspringston(a)gmail.com > wrote: Jeff, As requested, please find the short narratives for the connection to surface transportation and the categories for the WVDOH Letters of Intent below. Let me know if this works for you. I'm a little limited in my understadning on the surface transportation connection below, but did my best. My day is a bit crazy, so if you need to reach me please call my cell again. I'll have a laptop with me if you need additional input! Cell 304-290-7727 Thanks for your help with this! ~Derek Bike Plan Priorities 7,8,11: Install Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs Surface Transportation Connection: The Shared Lane Markings will be installed on roadways in conjunction with Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs along roadways to empower cyclists on their rights to ride on the roadways and ultimately reduce traffic congestion, improve health, boost economic growth, and improve air quaility in Morgantown, WV. The project was already approved by the City of Morgantown as part of the Morgantown Bicycle Plan drafted by the Bicycle Board, which is a subcommittee of the Traffic Commission. Locations for the new SLMs and BMUFL signs have already been research, selected, and reviewed by the Morgantown Bicycle Board. Category: Jeff, I believe this fits best : Construction, planning and design of on-road and off-road trail facilities for pedestrians, bicyclists and other nonmotorized forms of transportation including sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, pedestrian and bicycle signals, traffic calming techniques, lighting and other safety-related infrastructure and transportation projects to achieve compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Only other category may have been: Construction, planning and design of infrastructure-related projects and systems that will provide safe routes for non-drivers, including children, older adults and individuals with disabilities to access daily needs. Bike Plan Priority 47: Covered bike parking at bus stops Surface Transportation Connection: The covered bike parking will likely be linked to the already existing or already funded and planned new Mountain Line Transit Authority (MLTA) bus stops. The MLTA already has bike racks located on all busses, which provide transportation to WVU students, Morgantown citizens, and city professionals. Adding the bike racks to each bus shelter will create more options for cyclists and commuters in order to reduce traffic congestion, improve health, boost economic growth, and improve air quaility. This project will also fit nicely into existing cycling infrastructure that complements WVU bike racks and downtown bike racks on High Street for a more comprehensive city-wide approach. Category: Again, best category: Construction, planning and design of on-road and off-road trail facilities for pedestrians, bicyclists and other nonmotorized forms of transportation including sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, pedestrian and bicycle signals, traffic calming techniques, lighting and other safety-related infrastructure and transportation projects to achieve compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Maybe: Construction, planning and design of infrastructure-related projects and systems that will provide safe routes for non-drivers, including children, older adults and individuals with disabilities to access daily needs. On Wed, Dec 11, 2013 at 11:31 PM, Derek Springston < dspringston(a)gmail.com> wrote: Jeff , I sincerely apologize, but I must correct a few of my understandings and estimates for a more proper submittal of our Morgantown Bike Plan projects. I wasn't able to actually see the information required for the 'Letter of Intent' until I was approved on the WVDOH system yesterday by another sponsor and didn't get to sit down until this evening to view it in more detail. Also, my understand of the match was a bit off as well. Please review my updated project suggestions below. I previously stated that the TAP projects only needed a $15,000 minimum request. However, I now know that the two TAP projects below have to have a minimum $50,000 amount I removed the BOPARC project from the list below since you won't be dealing with that one. I also removed the Map printing project beause there really isn't a justifable way to spend $50,000 on maps when our higher end estimate was $15,000 previously. So, with our revisions, the two projects below are from our approved 2012 Bicycle Plan which can be viewed here: http://www.bikemorgantown.com/Plan/morgantown_bicycle_plan_v15-1.pdf Bike Plan Priorities 7,8,11: Install Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs on all City and State maintained arterials that meet established criteria for installation Applicant: City of Morgantown Total Project Costs: $50,000 City of Morgantown match: $10,000 WVDOH application priority: #1 Background: Based on 77 Shared Lane Markings (SLMs) and 32 Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs, which were previously planned and mapped throughout Morgantown. The City Manager (Dan Borroff) BUDGETED $35K for SLM & BMUFL signs in 2008. I looked at today's retail values on the SLMs and BMUFL signs and still looks like this number is within the ballpark. Based on my new understanding of the $50,000 minimum, I updated the costs and match above. We will research additional locations and add the appropriate SLM and BMUFL sign numbers to the grant application. Bike Plan Priority 47: Covered bike parking at bus stops Applicant: City of Morgantown Total Project Costs: $80,400 City of Morgantown match: $16,080 WVDOH application priority: #2 Background: Number of locations: 12 Racks per location: 4 at $550/rack (for a total of 8 bikes per location) = $2200 Bike shelter: 4'x12' w/ shelter, concrete pad, and excavation = $4500 Shelter and 4 racks per site: $4500 + $2200 = $6700 $6700 x 12 locations = $80400 Also, are you able to approve me to 'edit' or even 'view' the WVDOH City of Morgantown sponsor applications? I'm guessing you probably received and email notification. Thanks for your understanding and please let us know if you need anything else. My cell phone number is 304-290-7727 . Derek Springston 1412 Buckhannon Avenue Morgantown, WV 26508 -- 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 -- 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 -- *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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TAP Funding for Bicycle Board Projects (UPDATE)
by Derek Springston 12 Dec '13

12 Dec '13

Jeff, I sincerely apologize, but I must correct a few of my understandings and estimates for a more proper submittal of our Morgantown Bike Plan projects. I wasn't able to actually see the information required for the 'Letter of Intent' until I was approved on the WVDOH system yesterday by another sponsor and didn't get to sit down until this evening to view it in more detail. Also, my understand of the match was a bit off as well. Please review my updated project suggestions below. I previously stated that the TAP projects only needed a $15,000 minimum request. However, I now know that the two TAP projects below have to have a minimum $50,000 amount I removed the BOPARC project from the list below since you won't be dealing with that one. I also removed the Map printing project beause there really isn't a justifable way to spend $50,000 on maps when our higher end estimate was $15,000 previously. So, with our revisions, the two projects below are from our approved 2012 Bicycle Plan which can be viewed here: http://www.bikemorgantown.com/Plan/morgantown_bicycle_plan_v15-1.pdf *Bike Plan Priorities 7,8,11: Install Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs* on all City and State maintained arterials that meet established criteria for installation Applicant: City of Morgantown Total Project Costs: $50,000 City of Morgantown match: $10,000 WVDOH application priority: #1 Background: Based on 77 Shared Lane Markings (SLMs) and 32 Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs, which were previously planned and mapped throughout Morgantown. The City Manager (Dan Borroff) BUDGETED $35K for SLM & BMUFL signs in 2008. I looked at today's retail values on the SLMs and BMUFL signs and still looks like this number is within the ballpark. Based on my new understanding of the $50,000 minimum, I updated the costs and match above. We will research additional locations and add the appropriate SLM and BMUFL sign numbers to the grant application. *Bike Plan Priority 47: Covered bike parking at bus stops* Applicant: City of Morgantown Total Project Costs: $80,400 City of Morgantown match: $16,080 WVDOH application priority: #2 Background: Number of locations: 12 Racks per location: 4 at $550/rack (for a total of 8 bikes per location) = $2200 Bike shelter: 4'x12' w/ shelter, concrete pad, and excavation = $4500 Shelter and 4 racks per site: $4500 + $2200 = $6700 $6700 x 12 locations = $80400 Also, are you able to approve me to 'edit' or even 'view' the WVDOH City of Morgantown sponsor applications? I'm guessing you probably received and email notification. Thanks for your understanding and please let us know if you need anything else. My cell phone number is 304-290-7727. Derek Springston 1412 Buckhannon Avenue Morgantown, WV 26508 -- *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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TAP Funding for Bicycle Board Projects...
by Derek Springston 11 Dec '13

11 Dec '13

Jeff, As we've discussed and emailed about over the last few weeks, I have been asked by the Bicycle Board to pursue Transportation Alternatives Program funding for a select few projects within the already approved 2012 Morgantown Bicycle Plan assuming the City can be the sponsor through the WVDOH application process. Last Thursday you requested that I provide you with budget estimates on each project. According to the TAP info, projects had to range from $15,000 to $150,000 for the TAP (MAP-21) funding. I feel we've chosen some small, medium, and large dollar projects to try to maximize our chances of obtaining a grant or grants. If our estimates looks accurate, please submit the Letters of Intent. Given the timeframe I gave significant effort and vetted the values below with folks who had already completed project estimates for the same projects in the past or similar projects. We've also discussed some leveraging opportunities on some of the projects below, so that may be written into the grants as well. The first three listed projects below are directly from our approved 2012 Bicycle Plan which can be viewed here: http://www.bikemorgantown.com/Plan/morgantown_bicycle_plan_v15-1.pdf *Priorities 7,8,11: Install Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs* on all City and State maintained arterials that meet established criteria for installation Applicant: City of Morgantown Total Project Costs: $40,000 Design and Construction Oversight Estimate: $8,000 City of Morgantown match: $1,600 Background: Based on 77 Shared Lane Markings (SLMs) and 32 Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs, which were previously planned and mapped throughout Morgantown. The City Manager (Dan Borroff) BUDGETED $35K for SLM & BMUFL signs in 2008. I looked at today's retail values on the SLMs and BMUFL signs and still looks like this number is appropriate with oversight and construction taken into account. After discussing with the Bike Board, it was recommended to increase the total cost from $35,000 to $40,000 based on construction and labor costs. *Priority 15: Print the established bicycle route map* and classify all streets in terms of their bicycle friendliness Applicant: City of Morgantown Total Project Costs: $15,000 Design and Production Estimate: $3,000 City of Morgantown match: $600 Background: Based on approx. 80,000 maps to be printed at 17"x24". *Priority 47: Covered bike parking at bus stops* Applicant: City of Morgantown Total Project Costs: $80,400 Design and Construction Oversight: $16080 City of Morgantown match: $3216 Background: Number of locations: 12 Racks per location: 4 at $550/rack (for a total of 8 bikes per location) = $2200 Bike shelter: 4'x12' w/ shelter, concrete pad, and excavation = $4500 Shelter and 4 racks per site: $4500 + $2200 = $6700 $6700 x 12 locations = $80400 *New Priority not in plan: Trail project in Marilla Park * Applicant: BOPARC Total Project Costs: $20,000 Design and Construction Oversight: $4,000 BOPARC match: $800 Background: Plans are to build network of bicycle trails for school children. Key facilities nearby include the Rail Trail, Positive Spin, Marilla Park and pool, which will naturally attract younger audience. I understand BOPARC plans to submit this, but wanted it to be on your radar. Thanks and please let us know if you need anything else, ~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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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Board Projects and TAP funding
by Derek Springston 11 Dec '13

11 Dec '13

BB Members... Can you please take a look at my estimates below for our TAP funding requests and give any feedback prior to my submittal to Jeff Mikorski, City Manager, and Mark Wise, BOPARC tomorrow? I plan to submit mid-morning to noon sometime depending on feedback. Projects had to range from $15,000 to $150,000 for the TAP (MAP-21) funding. I feel we've chosen some small, medium, and large dollar projects to try to maximize our chances of getting something funded. If our estimates looks accurate, I'll simply it for Jeff and Mark and send in so Jeff and Mark will have most of 3 business days to submit the Letters of Intent. I did my part while relying heavily on folks who had previously done their homework. Thanks for chiming in and helping Frank, Chip, David Bruffy, Ryan Stocking, Ella Belling, Mark Wise, Traci, Emily, and Damien. Great teamwork! *Priorities 7,8,11: Install Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs* on all City and State maintained arterials that meet established criteria for installation Applicant: City of Morgantown Total Project Costs: $35,000 Design and Construction Oversight Estimate: $7,000 City of Morgantown match: $1,400 Background: Based on 77 SLMs and 32 Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs, which were previously planned and mapped throughout Morgantown. This price was already estimated by the City Manager in 2005(?) I looked at today's retail values on the SLMs and signs and still looks like this number is appropriate with oversight and construction taken into account. If anyone thinks we should estimate a little higher (say $40K) let me know. *Priority 15: Print the established bicycle route map* and classify all streets in terms of their bicycle friendliness Applicant: City of Morgantown Total Project Costs: $15,000 Design and Production Estimate: $3,000 City of Morgantown match: $600 Background: Based on approx. 80,000 maps to be printed at 17"x24". Project actually came in around $13000, but the minimum to apply for under TAP funding is $15,000. I feel like 80,000 maps is an awful lot, but may be the only way to get to the $15,000 based on the price quote I saw. We might be able to print less and make a larger map or fancier design or perhaps a rainproof paper? *Priority 47: Covered bike parking at bus stops* Applicant: City of Morgantown (applicant recommended by David Bruffy, Mountainline Transit Authority) Total Project Costs: $80,400 Design and Construction Oversight: $16080 City of Morgantown match: $3216 Background: Number of locations: 12 Racks per location: 4 at $550/rack (for a total of 8 bikes per location) = $2200 Bike shelter: 4'x12' w/ shelter, concrete pad, and excavation = $4500 Shelter and 4 racks per site: $4500 + $2200 = $6700 $6700 x 12 locations = $80400 or $6700 x 18 locations = $120600 Should we be conservative? Or shoot for the moon with 18 sites? *New Priority not in plan: Trail project in Marilla Park * Applicant: BOPARC Total Project Costs: $20,000 Design and Construction Oversight: $4,000 BOPARC match: $800 Background: Ella Belling states that this project may be difficult or ineligible to obtain funding for due to ADA provisions that may have to be made for the trails to facilitate those with disabilities through gentler slopes, etc. Feasibility may be difficult, but she recommended looking into the Land and Water Conservation Fund for trailbuilding. Thanks, ~Derek

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Board Projects and TAP funding
by Chip Wamsley 11 Dec '13

11 Dec '13

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nDerek, I might be inclined to increase the shared lane markings to $40K. We put those other figures together in a hurried meeting and we may have come up short on some of the markings, plus you never know about labor overages, I wouldn't worry about the seemingly large number of maps, that will last for a few years and they will go more quickly than you wold think. We might even be able to use some money for advertising the map to aid in its distribution and get people interested in commuting. Going to plastic for more durability might be good as well. If you can run the bus stops past Dave Bruffy that might be good, as he has some idea as to the number of covered stops he already has and which might be best to add bike parking to. Is Ryan going to work directly with BOPARC and have them as a sponsor? Make sure so we don't lose an opportunity. Great job, from your emails, it sounds like you have a lot of other info collected which should make doing the final grants much easier when we have to provide more detailed cost info. Thanks for the enormous effort, your boss will probably be happy to get you back full time! Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Derek Springston" dspringston(a)gmail.com Sent: 12/11/2013 1:04:30 AM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com, "Ryan Stocking" Ryan.Stocking(a)mail.wvu.edu, "David Bruffy" bruffy(a)busride.org, "Ella Belling" ella(a)montrails.org Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Board Projects and TAP funding BB Members... Can you please take a look at my estimates below for our TAP funding requests and give any feedback prior to my submittal to Jeff Mikorski, City Manager, and Mark Wise, BOPARC tomorrow? I plan to submit mid-morning to noon sometime depending on feedback. Projects had to range from $15,000 to $150,000 for the TAP (MAP-21) funding. I feel we've chosen some small, medium, and large dollar projects to try to maximize our chances of getting something funded. If our estimates looks accurate, I'll simply it for Jeff and Mark and send in so Jeff and Mark will have most of 3 business days to submit the Letters of Intent. I did my part while relying heavily on folks who had previously done their homework. Thanks for chiming in and helping Frank, Chip, David Bruffy, Ryan Stocking, Ella Belling, Mark Wise, Traci, Emily, and Damien. Great teamwork! Priorities 7,8,11: Install Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs on all City and State maintained arterials that meet established criteria for installation Applicant: City of Morgantown Total Project Costs: $35,000 Design and Construction Oversight Estimate: $7,000 City of Morgantown match: $1,400 Background: Based on 77 SLMs and 32 Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs, which were previously planned and mapped throughout Morgantown. This price was already estimated by the City Manager in 2005(?) I looked at today's retail values on the SLMs and signs and still looks like this number is appropriate with oversight and construction taken into account. If anyone thinks we should estimate a little higher (say $40K) let me know. Priority 15: Print the established bicycle route map and classify all streets in terms of their bicycle friendliness Applicant: City of Morgantown Total Project Costs: $15,000 Design and Production Estimate: $3,000 City of Morgantown match: $600 Background: Based on approx. 80,000 maps to be printed at 17"x24". Project actually came in around $13000, but the minimum to apply for under TAP funding is $15,000. I feel like 80,000 maps is an awful lot, but may be the only way to get to the $15,000 based on the price quote I saw. We might be able to print less and make a larger map or fancier design or perhaps a rainproof paper? Priority 47: Covered bike parking at bus stops Applicant: City of Morgantown (applicant recommended by David Bruffy, Mountainline Transit Authority) Total Project Costs: $80,400 Design and Construction Oversight: $16080 City of Morgantown match: $3216 Background: Number of locations: 12 Racks per location: 4 at $550/rack (for a total of 8 bikes per location) = $2200 Bike shelter: 4'x12' w/ shelter, concrete pad, and excavation = $4500 Shelter and 4 racks per site: $4500 + $2200 = $6700 $6700 x 12 locations = $80400 or $6700 x 18 locations = $120600 Should we be conservative? Or shoot for the moon with 18 sites? New Priority not in plan: Trail project in Marilla Park Applicant: BOPARC Total Project Costs: $20,000 Design and Construction Oversight: $4,000 BOPARC match: $800 Background: Ella Belling states that this project may be difficult or ineligible to obtain funding for due to ADA provisions that may have to be made for the trails to facilitate those with disabilities through gentler slopes, etc. Feasibility may be difficult, but she recommended looking into the Land and Water Conservation Fund for trailbuilding. Thanks, ~Derek

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike rack cost estimates?
by Chip Wamsley 10 Dec '13

10 Dec '13

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Derek, Frank covered it pretty good, four sounds about right. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Sent: 12/10/2013 5:15:02 AM To: "Derek Springston" dspringston(a)gmail.com Cc: "Chip Wamsley" chip(a)wamsleycycles.com, "Chip Wamsley" chipwamsley(a)gmail.com, "Bike Board - Morgantown" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike rack cost estimates? Derek, The cast aluminum rings for the post-and-ring racks that are on the parking meters downtown cost $325/each. They were manufactured by Matthews International in Kingwood. Our contact on those was Terry Feathers. Perhaps you know him. I've heard he no longer works there so we'd have to establish a new contact at Matthews to get more rings. If you want to pursue Matthews, please let me know and I'll contact Terry. We had estimated $425/post-and-ring installed. That would include the ring, post, cap, mounting hardware and labor. Of course, the Morgantown Parking Authority graciously installed the rings on parking meters and did so within their normal cost of doing business so we don't have an as-installed cost. For the sheltered bicycle parking at bus stops, we might consider using the inverted-U racks that WVU is putting all over campus. Originally, they got stainless steel units locally from Wilson Equipment. When I called Wilson a couple years ago, they gave me a $425/rack price uninstalled if the City bought 20. Some of the stainless steel WVU inverted-U racks have a "Bike Arch" label on them, http://www.bikeracks.com/html/arch.html . Approximately 2 years ago, I called them and talked with the owner, Tom. The Bike Arch lists at $550/each but he said he would sell us 20 at $385/each and that included an extra long (12-inches extra) below-ground extension of the tube. He was very cooperative and I would expect that he would give a better price for higher volume, especially if we could link up with WVU. Finally, I noticed that the most recent racks that WVU installed at the Walnut St. PRT station are black and instead of stainless steel, might be powder coated steel which would be less expensive than stainless steel. If they're truly out of the weather at bus stops, these might suffice. I don't know where WVU got these, though. Perhaps also at Bike Arch. Arlie Forman at WVU Transportation and Parking might have more info on the WVU racks. The number of racks required would depend on the location but 4 at each stop seems like a good starting number. OTOH, the Walnut PRT station had 4, added 2 more (behind the building) and bikes still get locked to the fence. David Bruffy knows how many students get on the bus and where so maybe we could use that data to identify bus stops at which sheltered bike parking might get the most use. Thanks for taking on this project and following it through to completion! Frank On Dec 9, 2013, at 11:33 PM, Derek Springston wrote: Chip and Frank, Do either of you have the costs associated with the Bike Racks that we placed downtown on High Street? I'm trying to factor these into our estimate to provide to Jeff Mikorski on placing covered bike parking at the Mountainline bus stops as part of our Letter of Intents for the TAP funding. I was thinking that having 4 racks that hold 8 bikes at each shelter would be plenty. And I thought it would be best to match the racks at the bus stops with the previous sets that were installed downtown. Does anyone have any other thoughts? I will need the price per rack - Associated design and construction oversight costs, if you have it - If I can get the cost of those, I'll have estimated costs for all 4 projects Traci, Chip, and I discussed at the last BB meeting. Hopefully, all of these projects will have Letters of Intent submitted by the City of Morgantown and BOPARC. 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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Bike rack cost estimates?
by Derek Springston 10 Dec '13

10 Dec '13

Chip and Frank, Do either of you have the costs associated with the Bike Racks that we placed downtown on High Street? I'm trying to factor these into our estimate to provide to Jeff Mikorski on placing covered bike parking at the Mountainline bus stops as part of our Letter of Intents for the TAP funding. I was thinking that having 4 racks that hold 8 bikes at each shelter would be plenty. And I thought it would be best to match the racks at the bus stops with the previous sets that were installed downtown. Does anyone have any other thoughts? I will need the price per rack - Associated design and construction oversight costs, if you have it - If I can get the cost of those, I'll have estimated costs for all 4 projects Traci, Chip, and I discussed at the last BB meeting. Hopefully, all of these projects will have Letters of Intent submitted by the City of Morgantown and BOPARC. 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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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Board Projects and TAP funding
by Derek Springston 08 Dec '13

08 Dec '13

David, As I understand it, TAP (or Transportation Alternatives Program) is a new program created from the new MAP-21 Act (signed into law in 2012) under the FHWA umbrella. TAP funding is derived from new MAP-21 programs including NHPP, STP, HSIP, CMAQ, etc which encompasses most activities that were previously funded under Transportation Enhancements, Recreational Trails, and Safe Routes to Schools programs. These funds are then disbursed to the State and 'Letters of Intent' must be submitted to the WVDOH through their online non-traditional grant application process. I am copying the Bike Board to determine if we have a plan or recommendations for the number and locations of bike shelters, or if that is something we can obtain by early next week. Do you already have data on bike shelter material costs, installation/engineering costs, and cost share (if needed) or do we need to dig that up? Is this something that we still need to apply for if the WVDOT already has a contract and you have budgeted money? Or will you just need to understand the scope of what we're asking in order to determine if you need more money? Thanks for your time, ~Derek On Fri, Dec 6, 2013 at 9:22 AM, David Bruffy <Bruffy(a)busride.org> wrote: > Derek, > > > > I had a telephone conversation with Chip about the possibility, but I > don’t have any information on the grant, the program or what might be > needed in terms of the letter. I didn’t realize the deadline was next > Friday, although I do recall Chip saying it was in December. I am out of > town until Wednesday of next week. When I return I have a Board Meeting > Wednesday evening. I will put an item on the Agenda asking for > authorization to file an application, but I will need some basic > information. Who is TAP run through? DOH or FHWA? What are the goals and > how many locations are on the BB plan? The State DOT has a State Contract > for bus shelters, so procurement wouldn’t be that difficult. The Authority > has budgeted funds for bus shelters, so I really just need more detail. It > would be best if we plan to work with the City as there will be need for > ROW or space for the shelters. Anything you can email me would be > helpful. I won’t have much time to work on this. > > > > Thanks, > > > > David Bruffy, CCTM > > General Manager > > Mountain Line Transit Authority > > 420 DuPont Road > > Morgantown, WV 26501 > > Bruffy(a)busride.org > > WWW.BUSRIDE.ORG > > www.Twitter.com/MountainLine > > www.Facebook.com/MountainLine > > http://www.linkedin.com/pub/dave-bruffy/10/137/488 > > (304) 296-3680 Office > > (304) 291-7433 Route Information > > (304) 291-7429 FAX > > > > > > *From:* Derek Springston [mailto:dspringston@gmail.com] > *Sent:* Thursday, December 05, 2013 9:49 PM > *To:* David Bruffy > *Cc:* Chip Wamsley; Chip Wamsley > *Subject:* Fwd: Bike Board Projects and TAP funding > > > > David, > > Please see the email below. I discussed some BB projects with Jeff > Mikorski tonight. Do you have or are you planning on submitting a > Transportation Alternatives Program letter of intent for the Bike Plan's > Priority #47 for covered parking at your bus stops around town? Jeff > requested that we get him the project costs and what the cities' cost share > would be. I understand you guys may be able to submit this on your own, > right without the city? If not, are you planning on providing this to > Jeff? I told him I would get him numbers by early next week since the > deadline is Dec. 13th. > > I'm fairly new at this funding and grant writing stuff, so forgive me if > I'm asking questions that may seem obvious to you! :) > > Anyway, hope things are well. > > ~Derek > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: *Derek Springston* <dspringston(a)gmail.com> > Date: Fri, Nov 22, 2013 at 11:48 AM > Subject: Bike Board Projects and TAP funding > To: Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > > Jeff, > > I am a member of the Morgantown Bicycle Board, but you probably know me > recently from my work with Patrick Kirby at the Brownfields Assistance > Center > > I have been asked by the Bicycle Board to pursue Transportation > Alternatives Program funding for a select few projects within the already > approved 2012 Morgantown Bicycle Plan assuming we can get the right > sponsors and matches. Most of the projects already have been researched > and are ready for implementation, we just need the funding and support. > > Referenced from the Bike Plan, the projects include: > > > > *Priorities 7,8,11:* *Install Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use > Full Lane signs* on all City and State maintained arterials that meet > established criteria for installation > > *Priority 15*: *Print the established bicycle route map* and classify all > streets in terms of their bicycle friendliness > > *Priority 47:* *Covered bike parking at bus stops* - to be submitted by > Mountain Line Transit Authority > > > > *New Priority not in plan:* *Trail project in Marilla Park* to be > submitted by BOPARC > > > > I have more background on these projects and why we believe they will be > successful, but basically wanted know: > > > 1. Who should we interact with in the City and how we can make sure to get > the appropriate support and matches in order to submit Letters of Intent by > December 13th, 2013? > > > 2. Would you like to meet to discuss this and when? I believe Frank > Gmeindl and Emily Vasile are planning on meeting with you soon to discuss > other Bike Board actions. If you'd prefer I could try to piggy back on > that meeting to save you time, or we could just meet separately for > simplicity. > > Thanks for your time. > > > Sincerely, > > > Derek Springston > > Morgantown Bicycle Board > > > > > > > > > > > -- > > *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* > > > > > -- > > *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* > -- *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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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Traffic Partnership
by Chip Wamsley 06 Dec '13

06 Dec '13

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Sounds like a good start. I think you are right Frank, that riding along would be a good way to educate the officers. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Sent: 12/5/2013 12:02:45 PM To: "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Traffic Partnership Bicycle Board Members, Attached is Chief Preston's memo concerning a "Traffic, Pedestrian, Bicycle safety partnership and campaign". For bicycling, he says, 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Bicycle Safety Initiative o Following the end of the educational year for Monongalia County Schools, the Bicycle Unit will be re-constituted for full shift work schedules o Morgantown Bicycle Officers will be assigned specifically to the rails to trails and downtown areas as part of their regular patrol duties and will enforce all violations as observed. o WVU UP will utilize their bike units during the summer months to increase awareness and educational opportunities. o Members of the Morgantown Traffic Commission, Bicycle Board and concerned citizens will be allowed to accompany Officers during designated times and locations and can distribute informational pamphlets Driver Safety Campaign o Traffic Checkpoints are operated in accordance with State Law and Guidelines established through the Governors Highway Safety Campaign. o Members of the Morgantown Traffic Commission along with concerned citizens may be allowed to attend scheduled checkpoints and distribute informational literature as appropriate. WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS? I for one, would like to ride patrol on the City streets with the bicycle police to help educate. Frank Begin forwarded message: From: Damien Davis ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org Date: December 5, 2013 9:03:39 AM EST To: Robert Jones rjoneswvu(a)gmail.com, micynster(a)gmail.com, cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu, david.mckain(a)gmail.com, Frank Gmeindl frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net, lisa k mardis lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com, normawyant(a)comcast.net, William Wyant wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Roy Nutter rnutter(a)wvu.edu Subject: Fwd: Traffic Partnership Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org All, Attached is a memo from Chief Preston for your review and comment regarding the proposed Ped/Bicycle/Motorist Safety Initiative discussed at the November TC meeting. J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM Assistant City Engineer City of Morgantown Public Works Department - Engineering Division 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: 304.284.7398 Fax: 304.284.7409 www.MorgantownWV.gov From: "Ed Preston" epreston(a)cityofmorgantown.org To: "Jeff Mikorski" jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org, "Glen Kelly" ckelly(a)cityofmorgantown.org, "Bob Roberts" bob.roberts(a)mail.wvu.edu, "Damien Davis" ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org Cc: "Kevin Clark" kclark(a)cityofmorgantown.org, "Terry Hough" though(a)cityofmorgantown.org, "Matthew McCabe" mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org Sent: Wednesday, December 4, 2013 10:42:31 AM Subject: Traffic Partnership Attached is a memo regarding a Traffic, Pedestrian, Bicycle safety partnership and campaign that has been discussed and requested by the Town-Gown Board as well as the Morgantown Traffic Commission. Chief Roberts and I have both reviewed this document prior to submission and feel that this is the best and most reasonable starting point for such a collaboration and targeted campaign. Based on the results, the campaign could be extended, expanded or disbanded depending upon the availability of resources and operational necessities. We can begin operational implementation in January after the students return from winter break. Ed Preston Chief of Police Morgantown Police Department (304)284-7496 "Montani Semper Liberi"

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Fwd: Bike Board Projects and TAP funding
by Derek Springston 06 Dec '13

06 Dec '13

Bike Board Members, I need your help ASAP. Please take some initiative to provide me with my requests below. I spoke with Jeff Mikorski in person tonight. I received some relatively positive feedback on the projects below. Jeff stated that if we could get him the cost of the projects below and the cost share that the city would need to match, that he would take a look at them and would like to support this effort if they fit into the city's budget. 1. Who can supply me with the documents or at least project costs for the SLM and BMUFL signs below for *Priorities 7,8,11*? This is the same project that was slated for implementation a few years back when the funding was pulled, so I'm hoping the numbers still exist and can be easily located by those who secured the initial funding. 2. Who can take the time and figure out how much *Priority 15* will cost? Hint, hint: folks who work with the printing companies in town may be able to help with this the quickest. 3. I'll contact Dave Bruffy to see if he has any figures for *Priority 47*. 4. Chip, regarding the trail project in Marilla Park, who can I contact to find these estimates? (Ryan, Colin, and who within BOPARC?) Since the Letters of Intent for these projects is due next Friday, December 13th, I told Jeff we would do our best to get those estimates to him by tomorrow or early next week. Can we do this to potentially push Morgantown cycling ahead even further? He also said that outside of any grant funding, the city is trying really hard to make sure that the Bike Board gets some projects implemented soon. He acknowledged the great work we've done and really seemed to me that they want to put some money toward our priorities. Also, wondering if I should have been including the MPO on these emails? Anyone? Hope you find this as exciting as I did and can provide me with the details for the projects above. If not, we may miss some great opportunities. Thanks again for your time, ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, Nov 22, 2013 at 11:48 AM Subject: Bike Board Projects and TAP funding To: Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Jeff, I am a member of the Morgantown Bicycle Board, but you probably know me recently from my work with Patrick Kirby at the Brownfields Assistance Center I have been asked by the Bicycle Board to pursue Transportation Alternatives Program funding for a select few projects within the already approved 2012 Morgantown Bicycle Plan assuming we can get the right sponsors and matches. Most of the projects already have been researched and are ready for implementation, we just need the funding and support. Referenced from the Bike Plan, the projects include: *Priorities 7,8,11:* *Install Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs* on all City and State maintained arterials that meet established criteria for installation *Priority 15*: *Print the established bicycle route map* and classify all streets in terms of their bicycle friendliness *Priority 47:* *Covered bike parking at bus stops* - to be submitted by Mountain Line Transit Authority *New Priority not in plan:* *Trail project in Marilla Park* to be submitted by BOPARC I have more background on these projects and why we believe they will be successful, but basically wanted know: 1. Who should we interact with in the City and how we can make sure to get the appropriate support and matches in order to submit Letters of Intent by December 13th, 2013? 2. Would you like to meet to discuss this and when? I believe Frank Gmeindl and Emily Vasile are planning on meeting with you soon to discuss other Bike Board actions. If you'd prefer I could try to piggy back on that meeting to save you time, or we could just meet separately for simplicity. Thanks for your time. Sincerely, Derek Springston Morgantown Bicycle Board -- *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* -- *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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Fwd: Traffic Partnership
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Dec '13

05 Dec '13

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is Chief Preston's memo concerning a "Traffic, Pedestrian, Bicycle safety partnership and campaign". For bicycling, he says, · Bicycle Safety Initiative o Following the end of the educational year for Monongalia County Schools, the Bicycle Unit will be re-constituted for full shift work schedules o Morgantown Bicycle Officers will be assigned specifically to the rails to trails and downtown areas as part of their regular patrol duties and will enforce all violations as observed. o WVU UP will utilize their bike units during the summer months to increase awareness and educational opportunities. o Members of the Morgantown Traffic Commission, Bicycle Board and concerned citizens will be allowed to accompany Officers during designated times and locations and can distribute informational pamphlets · Driver Safety Campaign o Traffic Checkpoints are operated in accordance with State Law and Guidelines established through the Governor’s Highway Safety Campaign. o Members of the Morgantown Traffic Commission along with concerned citizens may be allowed to attend scheduled checkpoints and distribute informational literature as appropriate. WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS? I for one, would like to ride patrol on the City streets with the bicycle police to help educate. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: December 5, 2013 9:03:39 AM EST > To: Robert Jones <rjoneswvu(a)gmail.com>, micynster(a)gmail.com, cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu, david.mckain(a)gmail.com, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, lisa k mardis <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com>, normawyant(a)comcast.net, William Wyant <wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu> > Subject: Fwd: Traffic Partnership > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Attached is a memo from Chief Preston for your review and comment regarding the proposed Ped/Bicycle/Motorist Safety Initiative discussed at the November TC meeting. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > > From: "Ed Preston" <epreston(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Glen Kelly" <ckelly(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Bob Roberts" <bob.roberts(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: "Kevin Clark" <kclark(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Terry Hough" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Matthew McCabe" <mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Wednesday, December 4, 2013 10:42:31 AM > Subject: Traffic Partnership > > Attached is a memo regarding a Traffic, Pedestrian, Bicycle safety partnership and campaign that has been discussed and requested by the Town-Gown Board as well as the Morgantown Traffic Commission. Chief Roberts and I have both reviewed this document prior to submission and feel that this is the best and most reasonable starting point for such a collaboration and targeted campaign. Based on the results, the campaign could be extended, expanded or disbanded depending upon the availability of resources and operational necessities. > > We can begin operational implementation in January after the students return from winter break. > > > > Ed Preston > Chief of Police > Morgantown Police Department > > (304)284-7496 > > "Montani Semper Liberi" > > > > > >

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December 5, Bike Board Meeting, Agenda Items
by Gunnar Shogren 04 Dec '13

04 Dec '13

Good morning all, Does it seem that November was a short month or what? I'm betting that December is gonna seem even shorter, bah humbug! But regardless we have a BB meeting this next Thursday, here is first call for agenda items. So stop your shopping for a moment and send me some things! Thankfully yours.

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Fwd: Dec. Traffic Commission Meeting Canceled
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Dec '13

03 Dec '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: December 3, 2013 8:45:59 AM EST > To: Robert Jones <rjoneswvu(a)gmail.com>, micynster(a)gmail.com, cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu, david.mckain(a)gmail.com, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, lisa k mardis <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com>, normawyant(a)comcast.net, Susan Sullivan <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Bethany Sypolt <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Linda Little <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, William Wyant <wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org, Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Dec. Traffic Commission Meeting Canceled > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Due to lack of agenda December's meeting is canceled. Starting January we will begin a series of workshops to discuss the current role of the Traffic Commission as it exists today and a vision for the future. If you have any questions please feel free to give me a call. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > >

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Fwd: WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Nov '13

24 Nov '13

Looks like the WVCC legislative platform for this year will include: Try again for a 3-foot passing law; Repeal 17C-11-5 (a) that requires cyclists to ride as far to the right side of the roadway as practicable OR replace it with language that says, "...far enough to the right as judged safe by the bicyclist to facilitate the movement of overtaking vehicles"; Repeal 17C-11-5 (c) that requires, "Whenever a usable path for bicycles has been provided adjacent to a roadway, bicycle riders shall use such path and shall not use the roadway..."; Repeal 17C-11-7 (b) that requires bicycles to be equipped with a bell or other device capable of giving an signal audible for at least one hundred feet..."; Add a Vulnerable User Law (e.g. http://www.bikeleague.org/content/model-legislation ). Below is the thread of communication among the WVCC legislative committee members. Read from bottom up. The thread spans Nov. 14 - 22. On Nov. 18 at 10 am, the committee had a meeting in Charleston with several members including me dialing in. I am not happy with the outcome. As you can see from the thread below. I tried to get them to focus on repealing 17C-11-5 (a) that requires cyclists to ride far to the right. I'm afraid they'll go to the legislature inadequately prepared and come out with legislation that is more harmful to bicyclists than the laws that we have now. I'm stymied and would appreciate any ideas. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Steve Fowler" <SMF(a)pffwv.com> > Date: November 22, 2013 4:11:07 PM EST > To: "Strawn, Dennis A" <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, "Christiaan Abildso" <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Greg Garrett" <gagarrett(a)gmail.com>, "John Francis" <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, "Craig Slaughter" <Craig.Slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, "Patrick Donovan" <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, "Rahul Gupta" <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, "Don Spencer" <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, "Emmett Pepper" <epepper(a)vt.edu>, "Gary Zuckett" <garyz(a)wvcag.org> > Cc: "Kasey Russell" <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting > > I agree with Dennis, including the 3 foot rule. I think we can sell it as follows: > > We have looked at the statutes of all 50 states, and worked with the leading advocates for bicycle safety and increasing ridership and these changes will bring WV into a leadership position with no cost at all to the State. We can use these statutes as a jumping off point to push tourism in the State as one the best cycling destinations in the country. > > > > From: Strawn, Dennis A [mailto:dennis.strawn@highmark.com] > Sent: Friday, November 22, 2013 2:05 PM > To: Steve Fowler; Christiaan Abildso; Frank Gmeindl; Greg Garrett; John Francis; Craig Slaughter; Patrick Donovan; Rahul Gupta; Don Spencer; Emmett Pepper; Gary Zuckett > Cc: Kasey Russell > Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting > > Hi all, > I have been following the conversation and have been enjoying it. I like that we can share our thoughts openly. I perused the Rutgers 3-foot report and have seen the animation about taking the lane, which I agree would be a fabulous tool to have on continuous loop for anyone at the capitol to see. > > I think we have unanimous thoughts to repeal the 'far right', side path' and 'bike bell' laws. And I think we have a majority in favor of introducing the 3-ft rule again. > > I do not think it is at all too ambitious. It is very doable, revenue neutral and is the very reason we introduced it last year. > > I hope that we all not get to wrapped up in language, because as Gary stated, which I know is true too, what goes in and what comes out at the legislature is different. > > So let's set this agenda and work with our key representatives and their staff to get the best start we can for the upcoming session. > > I really like the vulnerable user law conversation and it looks like Lab does too. They have helped get introduced new legislation concerning this subject, click the link below. > > http://www.bikeleague.org/content/take-action-curb-bikeped-fatalities > > Right now US DOT has refused to set a safety goal for non-motorized transportation. The new law would require US DOT to present one. The law would then direct state DOTs to measure safety and reduce bike/ped incidents. I am sure WVCC will be talking to our local representatives to support this and we hope you will too. > > Thanks > Dennis Strawn > TQO Tech Team > 304-347-7703 > From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Date: November 22, 2013 11:09:15 AM EST > To: Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.edu>, Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcag.org> > Cc: Steve Fowler <SMF(a)pffwv.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Greg Garrett <gagarrett(a)gmail.com>, Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, Dennis A Strawn <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, Craig Slaughter <Craig.Slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting > > I would limit the platform to repealing 17C-11-5(a) which requires bicyclists to ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable because it endangers bicyclists. > > I would like us to give Gary and Emmett whatever support they need to get it repealed. > > IMHO, we should start by understanding why FTR endangers bicyclists. We should test our understanding by trying to enlighten others, e.g. WVDOH. > > Then, we should prepare responses to all possible objections to repealing FTR. For example, some will object, "If bicyclists are allowed to ride in the middle of the lane, I won't be able to pass them and they'll impede traffic". To that, we could respond that besides granting bicyclists the same rights as drivers of vehicles, 17C-11-2 also subjects bicyclists to the same duties as applicable to vehicle drivers and that 17C-7-3 (a) (2) requires, "...the driver of an overtaken vehicle shall give way to the right in favor of the overtaking vehicle..." Of course, we must also know that 17C-7-3 (a) (1) requires, the driver of the overtaking vehicle to "...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." > > Maybe then, after we have a radiation-hardened case for FTR repeal, we can try making sausages. > > > Frank D. Gmeindl > LCI #1703 > 491 Wilson Avenue > Morgantown, WV 26501 > 304-376-0446 > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > From: "Don Spencer" <dspencer36(a)comcast.net> > Date: November 20, 2013 7:55:42 PM EST > To: "'Steve Fowler'" <SMF(a)pffwv.com>, "'Emmett Pepper'" <epepper(a)vt.edu>, "'Gary Zuckett'" <garyz(a)wvcag.org> > Cc: "'Christiaan Abildso'" <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "'Greg Garrett'" <gagarrett(a)gmail.com>, "'Kasey Russell'" <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com>, "'John Francis'" <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, "'Dennis A Strawn'" <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, "'Craig Slaughter'" <Craig.Slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, "'Patrick Donovan'" <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, "'Rahul Gupta'" <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov> > Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting > > Steve – Regardless of where it came from, it still has the weaknesses that I mentioned. In my opinion “far to the right” anything does not constitute model legislation that we should support. > > The value of the video is that it shows the weakness of being at the right for other reasons than “judging movement of overtaking vehicles”. It includes relationships to oncoming vehicles; the danger of holes, grates and debris on the edge of the road; and keeping the bicycle vehicle visible to turning and entering traffic. The tape also demonstrates a positioning on the road surface which enables the cyclist to ‘move’ any overtaking traffic into a passing lane, rather providing any encouragement to the motor vehicle driver(s) to consider estimating a questionable 3 foot squeeze-by measurement while negotiating oncoming traffic at a speed over 35 miles an hour. > > In my opinion, our platform for the “far to the right issue” should be the tape and whatever wording which enables it to be the standards for WV use of road surfaces by bicycle vehicle drivers. With the exception of the “far to the right” and the 3 foot rule, I support the other points that you make in your platform. If necessary, I could support the 3 foot rule if it relates only to a traffic speed zone of 35 miles an hour or less – with the rule being 4 feet in traffic speed zones exceeding 35 miles per hour. > > Don > > From: Steve Fowler [mailto:SMF@pffwv.com] > Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2013 4:13 PM > To: Don Spencer; Emmett Pepper; Gary Zuckett > Cc: Christiaan Abildso; Frank Gmeindl; Greg Garrett; Kasey Russell; John Francis; Strawn, Dennis A; Craig Slaughter; Patrick Donovan; Rahul Gupta > Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting > > The language is from the Colorado Statute that the League holds out as a model. > > From: Don Spencer [mailto:dspencer36@comcast.net] > Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2013 4:08 PM > To: Steve Fowler; 'Emmett Pepper'; 'Gary Zuckett' > Cc: 'Christiaan Abildso'; 'Frank Gmeindl'; 'Greg Garrett'; 'Kasey Russell'; 'John Francis'; 'Dennis A Strawn'; 'Craig Slaughter'; 'Patrick Donovan'; 'Rahul Gupta' > Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting > > Steve – My first reaction to your words, “far enough to the right as judged safe by the bicyclist to facilitate of movement of overtaking vehicles” is that it is 1) a bit cumbersome and too complex – especially for persons taking a DMV driving test, 2) too much like the current “as far to the right as possible”, and 3) unenforceable by law enforcement personnel. I think we have to let go of the dysfunctional “far to the right” mindset and have confidence in the much greater safety for cyclists which comes when cyclists act as legitimate and responsible vehicles on roadways. As the film shows there is no greater assurance of safety which accrues to a cyclist by being as “far to the right”. In fact the vulnerability is usually greater for the numerous reasons carefully presented. > > Don > > From: Steve Fowler [mailto:SMF@pffwv.com] > Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2013 8:49 AM > To: Emmett Pepper; Gary Zuckett > Cc: Christiaan Abildso; Frank Gmeindl; Greg Garrett; Kasey Russell; John Francis; Dennis A Strawn; Craig Slaughter; Patrick Donovan; Rahul Gupta; Don Spencer > Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting > > Here is my draft of the platform to pursue in this legislative session: > > Overhaul our current code to make WV a bicycle friendly state in the WV Code. Repeal the “as far right as practicable” and replace it with “far enough to the right as judged safe by the bicyclist to facilitate of movement of overtaking vehicles”. Adopt a vulnerable user statute. Repeal law that requires bike path use and prohibits use of the adjacent roadway. Repeal the mandatory bicycle bell law. Adopt a three foot passing rule. > > We can prepare packets of info with a copy of the bike video, and materials from the League of American Bicyclists to demonstrate that these are model statutes being adopted in forward thinking states. > > If this agenda is too ambitious for the legislators we meet with, then we will focus on the repeal of the “as far right as practicable” statute. > > > Kasey, the League of American Bicyclists used to be called the League of American Wheelmen. I’m not sure when they changed their name. > > From: Emmett Pepper [mailto:epepper@vt.edu] > Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2013 4:50 AM > To: Gary Zuckett > Cc: Christiaan Abildso; Frank Gmeindl; Greg Garrett; Kasey Russell; John Francis; Steve Fowler; Dennis A Strawn; Craig Slaughter; Patrick Donovan; Rahul Gupta; Don Spencer > Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting > > Playing that video in committee would be great. Also, maybe a table in the hallway with a computer setup for people to watch it? I'm envisioning a big banner that says something like "Forcing bicycles to the right is unsafe" to catch people's eye. You all would know better than I if that is a cost-effective use of resources, but I know I like to stop at tables during the session. > > Also, forgive my ignorance on this, but are there committee staffers who could benefit from educating ahead of the session? Having people behind the scenes who understand where we are coming from might be a good strategy since I think there generally needs to be education on our positions. Until I saw this video, I didn't fully understand why forcing people on bikes to the right was bad. This could also help with getting the video onto the committee agenda. > > -Emmett > > P.S. Is Charleston's newly revised trestle rail-trail plan a finalized document or is commenting ongoing? Put another way, is there an outlet for involvement in these issues at the local level here in Charleston? > > On Nov 19, 2013 6:14 PM, "Gary Zuckett" <garyz(a)wvcag.org> wrote: > This is an excellent educational tool for our campaign. We need to figure how to get the legislators to watch it. Maybe get permission to play it in committee when bill is discussed? > > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] > Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2013 3:49 PM > To: Steve Fowler > Cc: Emmett Pepper; Strawn, Dennis A; John Francis; Kasey Russell; Rahul Gupta; Greg Garrett; Gary Zuckett; bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Board; Patrick Donovan; Christiaan Abildso; Craig Slaughter; Don Spencer > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting > > WVCC Legislative Committee Members, > > This one-minute animation: http://commuteorlando.com/ontheroad/animations/narrowlane/narrowlane.html illustrates many of the hazards of riding far right as required by 17C-11-5 (a). > > The cyclist must be allowed to choose a lane position that avoids these hazards. > > A 3-foot passing law will not mitigate: > * motorists pulling out in front of edge-riding bicyclists; > * right-turning vehicles colliding with edge-riding cyclists (right hook); > * on-coming left-turning vehicles crashing into edge-riding cyclists (left cross); > * overtaking vehicles rear-ending cyclists who make left turns from the right side of the road; > * edge-riding cyclists crashing because of debris, potholes, cracks, animals and pedestrians that are more prevalent at the right edge of the roadway. > > Repealing 17C-11-5 (a) will free cyclists to choose a lane position that minimizes these hazards as well as close passes. > > > Frank D. Gmeindl > LCI #1703 > 491 Wilson Avenue > Morgantown, WV 26501 > 304-376-0446 > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > On Nov 18, 2013, at 9:26 AM, Steve Fowler wrote: > > > I would propose the following; > > 1. Do we focus on the passage of the “three foot rule” or attempt to clean up all the problem statutes? > 2. Current law for passing a bike requires an audible signal, and then passing and returning to the lane of travel only when “safe”. Almost no one follows this law when passing a bicycle. An easy to understand “three foot rule” would be much better. > > Problem statutes/ > > a/ 17C-11-5(a) “as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable” > Fix – Colorado law “far enough to the right as judged safe by the bicyclist to facilitate the movement of overtaking vehicles” > > b/ 17C-11-5(c) Have to use a bike path > Fix – repeal > c/ 17C-11-7(b) have to use a bell > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Fix – repeal. > Date: November 15, 2013 10:11:07 AM EST > To: Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.edu>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcag.org> > Cc: Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, "Strawn, Dennis A" <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org> > Subject: Re: WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting > > All: attached is the bill from last year. It was killed on third reading on Special Calendar on the House Floor. > Obviously, whatever we decide to pursue, we will devise a different strategy :). > kasey > > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: November 15, 2013 9:54:43 AM EST > To: Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.edu> > Cc: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcag.org>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, "Strawn, Dennis A" <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com>, Steve Fowler <smf(a)pffwv.com>, Craig Slaughter <Craig.Slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Greg Garrett <gagarrett(a)gmail.com>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting > > Re: agenda -- I was planning to discuss the "Bike Safety Bill" we introduced last year and to determine if we want to modify it in any way for the upcoming session. I think Frank's email that he just sent is a great place to start with our discussion. > We will also discuss if there are any additional pieces of legislation that we could pursue given our resources. > Things mentioned to date: uniform code on public trails regarding trespass (ATVs mostly); license plate special funding. Please let me know if I'm missing anything. > Thanks, kasey > > > From: Emmett Pepper [mailto:epepper@vt.edu] > Sent: Friday, November 15, 2013 9:42 AM > To: Frank Gmeindl > Cc: Kasey Russell; Don Spencer; Gary Zuckett; Rahul Gupta; Strawn, Dennis A; Patrick Donovan; Christiaan Abildso; bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Board; Steve Fowler; Craig Slaughter; Greg Garrett; John Francis > Subject: Re: WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting > > Is there an agenda for this conference call/meeting? > > > On Fri, Nov 15, 2013 at 9:40 AM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Kasey, > > I would like to encourage WVCC to forget about a 3-foot passing rule and instead concentrate on repealing 17C-11-5 (a) which requires cyclists to ride as far to the right as practicable. > > 3-foot laws are not enforced and may not be enforceable. 3-feet is not enough when a 55 mph tractor trailer passes a 10 mph cyclist. (See attached Rutgers 3-foot final report.) > > Riding far to the right leads to > * Motorists passing bicyclists too closely; > * Motorists intruding into the adjacent lane when there is on-coming traffic; > * Right-turning vehicles crashing into cyclists at intersections and driveways; > * On-coming left-turning vehicles crashing into cyclists; > * Overtaking vehicles crashing into left-turning cyclists; > * Cyclists crashing because of objects, debris; pedestrians; animals and surface hazards that are more prevalent at the right edge of the roadway. > (See attached talking point paper.) > > Bicyclists that control the lane are almost always passed by the overtaking motorist making a full lane change, giving between 6 to 8 feet of passing clearance. If you have ridden this way, you know it is true. Why ask/plead/beg for 3 feet when predominant behavior secures more than twice that much passing margin and better passing behavior (lane changes instead of straddle and in-lane passes)? > > Three foot passing laws are a bad reaction to the consequences of riding too far right. If you want passing space, solve the problem by eliminating the FTR law instead of applying a patch or "fix" such as a three foot passing law that doesn't address or solve the root cause of close passing. > > We should also continue to pursue repeal of 17C-11-5 (c) which requires cyclists to use a side-path when available and not the roadway. > > > > > > > > Frank D. Gmeindl > LCI #1703 > 491 Wilson Avenue > Morgantown, WV 26501 > 304-376-0446 > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > On Nov 14, 2013, at 10:48 AM, Kasey Russell wrote: > > > Thanks everyone for your responses. We will meet at Steve Fowler's office at 901 Quarrier Street, Charleston on Monday, Nov. 18th at 10 am. > Steve, looks like there will only be a few in person but we will need a conference phone as a few will call in. > For those calling in please use our usual number: 641-715-3620; code is 877115#. > Kasey > > > > On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 8:20 AM, Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Hello WVCC Members -- We would like to have a Legislative Committee meeting on Monday, Nov. 18th at 10:00 a.m. Would you all be able to attend either in person or via conference call? We will be meeting in Steve Fowler's office in downtown Charleston and will have access to a conference phone. > Please let me know. 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Re: [Bikeboard] WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Nov '13

19 Nov '13

Kasey, I would like to encourage WVCC to forget about a 3-foot passing rule and instead concentrate on repealing 17C-11-5 (a) which requires cyclists to ride as far to the right as practicable. 3-foot laws are not enforced and may not be enforceable. 3-feet is not enough when a 55 mph tractor trailer passes a 10 mph cyclist. (See attached Rutgers 3-foot final report.) Riding far to the right leads to * Motorists passing bicyclists too closely; * Motorists intruding into the adjacent lane when there is on-coming traffic; * Right-turning vehicles crashing into cyclists at intersections and driveways; * On-coming left-turning vehicles crashing into cyclists; * Overtaking vehicles crashing into left-turning cyclists; * Cyclists crashing because of objects, debris; pedestrians; animals and surface hazards that are more prevalent at the right edge of the roadway. (See attached talking point paper.) Bicyclists that control the lane are almost always passed by the overtaking motorist making a full lane change, giving between 6 to 8 feet of passing clearance. If you have ridden this way, you know it is true. Why ask/plead/beg for 3 feet when predominant behavior secures more than twice that much passing margin and better passing behavior (lane changes instead of straddle and in-lane passes)? Three foot passing laws are a bad reaction to the consequences of riding too far right. If you want passing space, solve the problem by eliminating the FTR law instead of applying a patch or "fix" such as a three foot passing law that doesn't address or solve the root cause of close passing. We should also continue to pursue repeal of 17C-11-5 (c) which requires cyclists to use a side-path when available and not the roadway. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On Nov 14, 2013, at 10:48 AM, Kasey Russell wrote: > Thanks everyone for your responses. We will meet at Steve Fowler's office at 901 Quarrier Street, Charleston on Monday, Nov. 18th at 10 am. > Steve, looks like there will only be a few in person but we will need a conference phone as a few will call in. > For those calling in please use our usual number: 641-715-3620; code is 877115#. > Kasey > > > > On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 8:20 AM, Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Hello WVCC Members -- We would like to have a Legislative Committee meeting on Monday, Nov. 18th at 10:00 a.m. Would you all be able to attend either in person or via conference call? We will be meeting in Steve Fowler's office in downtown Charleston and will have access to a conference phone. > Please let me know. I would expect our meeting to last 1 12/ hours. > Thanks, kasey >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Questions
by Chip Wamsley 19 Nov '13

19 Nov '13

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Frank, I would be willing to help Devin with his project. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "BikeMorgantown" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Sent: 11/16/2013 4:33:17 PM To: "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Questions Anybody want to help Devin? Begin forwarded message: From: Devin Dye ddye2(a)mix.wvu.edu Date: November 16, 2013 3:20:07 PM EST To: bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com Subject: Questions Hello, I'm doing a little multimedia story on biking in Morgantown and I was just wanting to ask you all a couple questions. For one, I've heard that Morgantown has won an award recently because of the efforts the city is making to make it safer to ride bikes around town. If you could tell me more about that and anything else that is happening to make things safer for cyclist, that would be great. Would like to know any new information that you can tell me. Thanks, Devin

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Bicycling Solutions for Hilly Cities
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Nov '13

18 Nov '13

Thanks TO JING for finding and sharing the attached article. It is quite good. If all the Bicycle Board members, MPO members and Traffic Commission members read it, we could increase our understanding of cycling challenges and solution options for hilly areas such as Morgantown. What do you see in the article that we should add to the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan? Following are some section-by-section minor comments. Section heading: comments Prioritize connections and routes without hills: Seems to be a sales pitch for more separated facilities. The advantages are extolled but the dangers, particularly at crossings are ignored. Except for exchanging "tow away" space for bike lane, no other motor vehicle traffic compromises, e.g. reduced motor speeds are presented. Help people avoid hills: The SF Wiggle example is good. It stitched together routes that bicyclists were using and they signed it and provide maps of it. The Morgantown commuter map http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php was a start on that. I wonder if we could "crowd source" further development of the Morgantown commuter map. Build the right facilities for hills: This is good except they show bike lanes in the car door zone. The graphic should show a door zone buffer. The text recognizes this but the graphic doesn't. Again, the discussion ignores issues at crossings: how to avoid cyclists getting right hooked however this becomes less of an issue when cyclists are traveling at walking speeds, say up >6% grades but it still exists. Help people get up hills: Very good. Let's do it! Runnel discussion is excellent. It says since 2007 Seattle DOT includes runnels in their stairway standard. We should find their standard and see if we can adopt it in Morgantown. Hey, checkout the insert about the Oregon University 3,300 feet tram. Let's build a tram from Mountainlair to Law School! Not only would it be a real campus connector, it would be a touri$t attraction. And, hey, Bike Pgh "Celebrates Hills" . Some of us do, too:) Frank

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Fwd: Meeting w/ City Manager
by Derek Springston 18 Nov '13

18 Nov '13

BB Members, I am planning on communicating with City Manager, Jeff Mikorski on our Intent to Apply for TAP funding for the projects below. Any votes, thoughts, or recommendations for doing one of the following: 1. Piggybacking on Emily and Frank's 7 Resolution Items meeting to ask him about the City's blessing on matching funds and interest in applying for TAP Funds to minimize the meetings he has with the Bike Board. 2. Derek to meet with him very individually in a short meeting to ask him about the City's willingness to match and turn in grant application for the TAP funding. 3. Send him a short organized email below to avoid taking his time in a meeting and present the projects below and request funding. If we go this route I could give a preview of what I would send him for BB input or we could just take care of it in our TAP funding committee. I don't know him well, but I have been in communication and meetings with him a few times over the last few weeks through work, so I'm starting to build a relationship with him. He knows who I am now at least! Thanks, ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Traci Knabenshue <Traci.Knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu> Date: Mon, Nov 11, 2013 at 10:28 AM Subject: RE: Meeting w/ City Manager To: Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Derek Springston < dspringston(a)gmail.com> Cc: Chip Wamsley <chipwamsley(a)gmail.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> Hi All, The more I think about this, I wonder if our TAP/Intent to Apply list needs to be a meeting with Jeff at all. Do you think we could just email him the list, making sure that we’ve explained the projects as succinctly and specifically as possible? Damien mentioned after the BB meeting that the Mountain Line does not answer to the city as far as grant applications, so they can submit what they want. Here’s the list of projects as I understand them. 1) SLM and BMUFL markings on city and state arterials in the city as previously identified 2) Printing of bike commuter maps 3) Trail project in Marilla Park-to be submitted by Colin Dierman and Ryan Stocking in conjunction with BOPARC *Shared with Jeff as a courtesy:* 4) Covered bike parking at bus stops-to be submitted by David Bruffy/Mountain Line Thanks, Traci *From:* Emily Vasile [mailto:emilyvasile@gmail.com] *Sent:* Monday, November 11, 2013 10:03 AM *To:* Derek Springston *Cc:* Chip Wamsley; Frank Gmeindl; Traci Knabenshue; Chip Wamsley *Subject:* Re: Meeting w/ City Manager Hi Derek, Thanks for following up! Adding Frank since I think he and I were going to work together on following up with Jeff from the 10/29 COW meeting. In retrospect, it might be best for you all to meet with Jeff separately if you can and Frank and I can discuss the best way to follow up about the previous "list of seven." Since we have not seen any traction on our items, it might be best to start a fresh conversation with your list. Open to other suggestions. Emily On Mon, Nov 11, 2013 at 9:41 AM, Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> wrote: Emily, You are taking the lead on meeting with Jeff Mikorski soon, right? As discussed at the last Bike Board meeting, I am planning on attending that meeting if at all possible to discuss our recommendations on the items in the Bicycle Plan that we would like to pair with writing TAP grant applications and hopefully obtain the city's blessing on matching funds and interest. 1st: Are you planning on emailing contacting him prior to the meeting to give him something to review? Don't want to flood him with details, but if you're planning on sending something, we might consider adding a simple list of projects interested in for future TAP funding. 2nd: Have we established a time for this meeting? 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* -- *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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Re: [Bikeboard] WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting
by Abildso, Christiaan 18 Nov '13

18 Nov '13

Check Oregon state law for a VUL Summary: http://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/hwy/bikeped/Pages/laws_regs.aspx Full details: http://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/HWY/BIKEPED/docs/STATUTES%20PERTAINING%20TO%20PE… (search for "vulnerable") ----------------- HB 3314---Careless Driving Penalties HB 3314 enhances the penalties associated with careless driving when the person convicted of this offense also contributed to the serious physical injury or death of a "vulnerable user of the public way." Under the bill, a "vulnerable user" includes a pedestrian, a highway worker, a person riding an animal, the operator or user of a farm tractor, a skateboard, roller skates, in-line skates, a scooter, or a bicycle. HB 3314 requires a court to sentence a person convicted of this offense to complete a traffic safety course, perform 100 to 200 hours of community service, pay a fine of up to $12,500, and suspension of driving privileges for one year. Payment of the fine and suspension of driving privileges may be waived by the court upon completion of the traffic safety course and community service. This bill resulted in the creation of ORS 801.608 and modifications to ORS 811.135. ORS 801.608 defines a "vulnerable user" and ORS 811.135 describes additional penalties for careless driving when vulnerable users are affected. -Christiaan From: Emmett Pepper [mailto:epepper@vt.edu] Sent: Monday, November 18, 2013 1:47 PM To: Steve Fowler Cc: Frank Gmeindl; Kasey Russell; Don Spencer; Gary Zuckett; Rahul Gupta; Strawn, Dennis A; Patrick Donovan; Abildso, Christiaan; bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Board; Craig Slaughter; Greg Garrett; John Francis Subject: Re: WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting The Vulnerable User concept seems very attractive to me due to how common sense it is and how it touches on a lot of different constituencies. Do we have draft language for a statute? Would it make sense to use this one from Austin as a starting point for discussion, or is there another one we like better? http://austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Public_Works/Vulnerable_Ro… You'll notice this sample incorporates 3 feet as part of an overall scheme, but it could also be easily adapted to include a lane change, when possible. It does not, so far as I can tell, have anything that requires cyclists to treat pedestrians with special care, though, which for some reason I was thinking it would do. It includes horses and buggies (along with motorcycles, etc.), so we could probably get the support of the powerful Amish lobby! This makes me wonder if ATVs should be included in the definition of "vulnerable user." -Emmett P.S. Thanks for being so welcoming and open to the new guy's suggestions and input. As a (nearly) daily bike commuter, I'm looking forward to being as involved as possible with this group. On Mon, Nov 18, 2013 at 9:26 AM, Steve Fowler <SMF(a)pffwv.com<mailto:SMF@pffwv.com>> wrote: I would propose the following; 1. Do we focus on the passage of the "three foot rule" or attempt to clean up all the problem statutes? 2. Current law for passing a bike requires an audible signal, and then passing and returning to the lane of travel only when "safe". Almost no one follows this law when passing a bicycle. An easy to understand "three foot rule" would be much better. Problem statutes/ a/ 17C-11-5(a) "as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable" Fix - Colorado law "far enough to the right as judged safe by the bicyclist to facilitate the movement of overtaking vehicles" b/ 17C-11-5(c) Have to use a bike path Fix - repeal c/ 17C-11-7(b) have to use a bell Fix - repeal. From: Emmett Pepper [mailto:epepper@vt.edu<mailto:epepper@vt.edu>] Sent: Friday, November 15, 2013 9:42 AM To: Frank Gmeindl Cc: Kasey Russell; Don Spencer; Gary Zuckett; Rahul Gupta; Strawn, Dennis A; Patrick Donovan; Christiaan Abildso; bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com<mailto:bikeboard@bikemorgantown.com> Board; Steve Fowler; Craig Slaughter; Greg Garrett; John Francis Subject: Re: WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting Is there an agenda for this conference call/meeting? On Fri, Nov 15, 2013 at 9:40 AM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com<mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com>> wrote: Kasey, I would like to encourage WVCC to forget about a 3-foot passing rule and instead concentrate on repealing 17C-11-5 (a) which requires cyclists to ride as far to the right as practicable. 3-foot laws are not enforced and may not be enforceable. 3-feet is not enough when a 55 mph tractor trailer passes a 10 mph cyclist. (See attached Rutgers 3-foot final report.) Riding far to the right leads to * Motorists passing bicyclists too closely; * Motorists intruding into the adjacent lane when there is on-coming traffic; * Right-turning vehicles crashing into cyclists at intersections and driveways; * On-coming left-turning vehicles crashing into cyclists; * Overtaking vehicles crashing into left-turning cyclists; * Cyclists crashing because of objects, debris; pedestrians; animals and surface hazards that are more prevalent at the right edge of the roadway. (See attached talking point paper.) Bicyclists that control the lane are almost always passed by the overtaking motorist making a full lane change, giving between 6 to 8 feet of passing clearance. If you have ridden this way, you know it is true. Why ask/plead/beg for 3 feet when predominant behavior secures more than twice that much passing margin and better passing behavior (lane changes instead of straddle and in-lane passes)? Three foot passing laws are a bad reaction to the consequences of riding too far right. If you want passing space, solve the problem by eliminating the FTR law instead of applying a patch or "fix" such as a three foot passing law that doesn't address or solve the root cause of close passing. We should also continue to pursue repeal of 17C-11-5 (c) which requires cyclists to use a side-path when available and not the roadway. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446<tel:304-376-0446> Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On Nov 14, 2013, at 10:48 AM, Kasey Russell wrote: Thanks everyone for your responses. We will meet at Steve Fowler's office at 901 Quarrier Street, Charleston on Monday, Nov. 18th at 10 am. Steve, looks like there will only be a few in person but we will need a conference phone as a few will call in. For those calling in please use our usual number: 641-715-3620<tel:641-715-3620>; code is 877115#. Kasey On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 8:20 AM, Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com<mailto:russell.kasey@gmail.com>> wrote: Hello WVCC Members -- We would like to have a Legislative Committee meeting on Monday, Nov. 18th at 10:00 a.m. Would you all be able to attend either in person or via conference call? We will be meeting in Steve Fowler's office in downtown Charleston and will have access to a conference phone. Please let me know. I would expect our meeting to last 1 12/ hours. Thanks, kasey

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Fwd: Questions
by BikeMorgantown 16 Nov '13

16 Nov '13

Anybody want to help Devin? Begin forwarded message: > From: Devin Dye <ddye2(a)mix.wvu.edu> > Date: November 16, 2013 3:20:07 PM EST > To: bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com > Subject: Questions > > Hello, > > I'm doing a little multimedia story on biking in Morgantown and I was just wanting to ask you all a couple questions. For one, I've heard that Morgantown has won an award recently because of the efforts the city is making to make it safer to ride bikes around town. If you could tell me more about that and anything else that is happening to make things safer for cyclist, that would be great. Would like to know any new information that you can tell me. > > Thanks, > > Devin

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Stewart / Stewartstown striping
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Nov '13

15 Nov '13

Damien, Bryan, Fouad, What's the chances of striping the repaved Stewart St. and Stewartstown Rd. so the climbing side is wider than the descending side? This could give cars more room to pass cyclists. I saw in this morning's Dominion Post that WVDOH is repaving these roads now. Thanks for your consideration! Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Fwd: November Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Nov '13

14 Nov '13

Please find attached, a BB monthly report to the TC that I will present Wednesday with your concurrence. I might have overlooked something from our meeting last Thursday or anything else we did in the past month. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: November 11, 2013 3:10:07 PM EST > To: Robert Jones <rjoneswvu(a)gmail.com>, micynster(a)gmail.com, cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu, david mckain <david.mckain(a)gmail.com>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, lisa k mardis <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com>, normawyant(a)comcast.net, Susan Sullivan <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Bethany Sypolt <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Linda Little <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, William Wyant <wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org, Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu> > Subject: Re: November Traffic Commission Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > Sorry, agenda is now attached. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > > From: "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: "Robert Jones" <rjoneswvu(a)gmail.com>, micynster(a)gmail.com, cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu, "david mckain" <david.mckain(a)gmail.com>, "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "lisa k mardis" <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com>,normawyant(a)comcast.net, "Susan Sullivan" <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Bethany Sypolt" <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Linda Little" <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "William Wyant" <wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org, "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, "Barbara Shellito" <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Roy Nutter" <rnutter(a)wvu.edu> > Sent: Monday, November 11, 2013 2:49:56 PM > Subject: November Traffic Commission Meeting > > All, > > Attached is the agenda for this month's meeting. If you have any questions please feel free to give me a call. Thanks. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > >

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Fwd: WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Nov '13

14 Nov '13

WVCC Legislative Committee meeting Monday, Nov. 18th at 10:00 a.m in Charleston. Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: November 14, 2013 8:20:15 AM EST > To: Emmett Pepper <epepper(a)vt.edu>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcag.org> > Cc: Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, "Strawn, Dennis A" <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org> > Subject: WVCC Legislative Committee Meeting > > Hello WVCC Members -- We would like to have a Legislative Committee meeting on Monday, Nov. 18th at 10:00 a.m. Would you all be able to attend either in person or via conference call? We will be meeting in Steve Fowler's office in downtown Charleston and will have access to a conference phone. > Please let me know. I would expect our meeting to last 1 12/ hours. > Thanks, kasey

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Green Night on Thursday
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 12 Nov '13

12 Nov '13

Pam Cubberly wants people to spread the word about Green Night "Energy Savings & Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Morgantown" (attached flyer) that is this Thursday from 6-7:30 pm at the Morgantown Public Library. Downstream Strategies got an ASF grant with the goal of identifying and implementing energy-saving opportunities in Morgantown. I have mentioned the ASF opportunity to the BB in the past. As it turns out Positive Spin will be around the corner holding a bicycle valet service on the parking garage entrance side of the public safety building, so you could attend the Green Team meeting, and then stop by and say "hi"! -Jonathan

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Bicycling Solutions for Hilly Cities
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Nov '13

12 Nov '13

Thanks for finding and sharing the attached article. It is quite good. If all the Bicycle Board members, MPO members and Traffic Commission members read it, we could increase our understanding of cycling challenges and solution options for hilly areas such as Morgantown. What do you see in the article that we should add to the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan? Following are some section-by-section minor comments. Section heading: comments Prioritize connections and routes without hills: Seems to be a sales pitch for more separated facilities. The advantages are extolled but the dangers, particularly at crossings are ignored. Except for exchanging "tow away" space for bike lane, no other motor vehicle traffic compromises, e.g. reduced motor speeds are presented. Help people avoid hills: The SF Wiggle example is good. It stitched together routes that bicyclists were using and they signed it and provide maps of it. The Morgantown commuter map http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php was a start on that. I wonder if we could "crowd source" further development of the Morgantown commuter map. Build the right facilities for hills: This is good except they show bike lanes in the car door zone. The graphic should show a door zone buffer. The text recognizes this but the graphic doesn't. Again, the discussion ignores issues at crossings: how to avoid cyclists getting right hooked however this becomes less of an issue when cyclists are traveling at walking speeds, say up >6% grades but it still exists. Help people get up hills: Very good. Let's do it! Runnel discussion is excellent. It says since 2007 Seattle DOT includes runnels in their stairway standard. We should find their standard and see if we can adopt it in Morgantown. Hey, checkout the insert about the Oregon University 3,300 feet tram. Let's build a tram from Mountainlair to Law School! Not only would it be a real campus connector, it would be a touri$t attraction. And, hey, Bike Pgh "Celebrates Hills" . Some of us do, too:) Frank

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Thursday - PS Bicycle Valet Service
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 12 Nov '13

12 Nov '13

Positive Spin will be providing a free bicycle valet service (donations in the form of tips welcomed) for the showing of Reel Rock 8 at the Morgantown Metropolitan on November 14 from 6:30pm. to 10:15pm. that benefits the Chris Schwer Memorial Scholarship and the Coopers Rock Foundation. All riders will receive an extra raffle ticket! Bicycle valets will meet patrons at the front of the Met, please note that we will be competing with a new car valet service being held in the loading zone in front of the Met., so look for bicycle valet name tags. Your bicycle will be parked on the parking entrance side of the public safety building on the other side of Wall St. under the building canopy and vigilantly monitored. This is the second time a bicycle valet service has been held in Morgantown's history. http://www.showclix.com/event/ReelRockFilmTour -Jonathan

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Fwd: November Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Nov '13

11 Nov '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: November 11, 2013 3:10:07 PM EST > To: Robert Jones <rjoneswvu(a)gmail.com>, micynster(a)gmail.com, cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu, david mckain <david.mckain(a)gmail.com>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, lisa k mardis <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com>, normawyant(a)comcast.net, Susan Sullivan <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Bethany Sypolt <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Linda Little <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, William Wyant <wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org, Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu> > Subject: Re: November Traffic Commission Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > Sorry, agenda is now attached. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > > From: "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: "Robert Jones" <rjoneswvu(a)gmail.com>, micynster(a)gmail.com, cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu, "david mckain" <david.mckain(a)gmail.com>, "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "lisa k mardis" <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com>,normawyant(a)comcast.net, "Susan Sullivan" <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Bethany Sypolt" <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Linda Little" <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "William Wyant" <wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org, "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, "Barbara Shellito" <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Roy Nutter" <rnutter(a)wvu.edu> > Sent: Monday, November 11, 2013 2:49:56 PM > Subject: November Traffic Commission Meeting > > All, > > Attached is the agenda for this month's meeting. If you have any questions please feel free to give me a call. Thanks. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > >

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Fwd: Important Wednesday TC meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Nov '13

11 Nov '13

BB member & cyclist presence could show we care about Enforcement and maybe even get the Chief's attention. Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: November 11, 2013 11:31:21 AM EST > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mike Fike <micynster(a)gmail.com>, Kim Hartsell <Kim.Hartsell(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Debbie Cain <sunnybeewv(a)gmail.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dan Harris <harrisda(a)wvuhealthcare.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Bill Kawecki <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Carol Rotruck <ccrotruck(a)aol.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Maria Brann <Maria.Brann(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Kelly Gurka <kellygurka(a)gmail.com>, Matt Gurka <matthewgurka(a)gmail.com>, Mary Gainer <marygainer(a)yahoo.com>, Peter Wentzel <wentzelp(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Important Wednesday TC meeting > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > All - > It has been confirmed that MPD Chief Preston will attend the TC meeting Wednesday at 6:30 in City Council chambers to discuss enforcement issues. I know a main barrier to enforcement is "limited employees" (ie, other safety priorities). I appreciate that barrier, but we must work around it in some way. Please feel free to attend Wednesday's meeting to mention your concerns and plead for help. We need an effective partnership with the MPD to positively influence driver, pedestrian, and cyclist behavior. > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantownwv.gov/government/advisory-boards/pedestrian-safety-bo…

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ASSHTO Bicycle Facility Type Recommendation
by Jing Zhang 09 Nov '13

09 Nov '13

Bike Board, Please find the attachment of the General Consideration of Bikeway Type. As said, it is standardized nationwide recommendation and our hope is to put it in our local context. Any comments will be appreciated! Thanks, Jing Jing Zhang Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization <http://www.plantogether.org/> www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.413.0297 <mailto:tranplan@labyrinth.net> tranplan(a)labyrinth.net <http://www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan> www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan <http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan> http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan

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Draft Report of Mileground Ped & Bike Count
by Jing Zhang 08 Nov '13

08 Nov '13

As mentioned in the meeting last night, the draft Mileground pedestrian & bicyclist Count report is attached. Thanks! Jing Jing Zhang Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization <http://www.plantogether.org/> www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.413.0297 <mailto:tranplan@labyrinth.net> tranplan(a)labyrinth.net <http://www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan> www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan <http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan> http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan

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Bicycling economics presentation
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Nov '13

07 Nov '13

At tonight's BB meeting, I took an action item to send you the presentation that Chip and I put together on Bicycling Economics. It's too big to attach to an e-mail. You can download it from dropbox at https://www.dropbox.com/s/bsmw43zgpmmj7tb/BikeEconBeneRegion6.pdf . We first delivered this presentation to the Region VI Planning & Development Council in Fairmont and then Chip presented it at the WVCC meeting in Richwood. Frank

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November Bike Board Meeting Agenda
by Gunnar Shogren 07 Nov '13

07 Nov '13

First draft. Please advice on wording and any additions. Thank you. November Bike Board Meeting November 7, 2013, 6:30pm - Morgantown Public Safety Building Open Action Items 223. Traci; Find out if any WVU sustainability interns are interested in serving on the BB 224. Damien; Organize a meeting between city officials and BB to discuss the Law & Order article that will include Damien, someone from the city manager’s office, the police chief, Chip, Gunnar, and Traci 229. Frank; Find sharrow data and send to Jing and Damien 230. Damien; Talk to Fred about BFC sign 235. Damien; Pull counts from his counters and send to BB 236. Jing; Send information to BB about October traffic counts and send a list of other suggested intersections for counts 239. Traci; Email BB to ask who is interested in meeting with Clement Solomon at WVU 245. Frank; Send Law & Order article out as a pdf as the web link is dead 246. Chip; Downsize the 5x7 BFB sticker and send us a photo of it on a door 247. Derek; Contact Dave Bruffy to see if he needs any changes to the bike parking map 248. Traci, Chip, Derek; Look at the ‘Find It, Fund It Table’ TA chart given at the MAP 21 meeting and compare it to projects in the bike plan to find intersections that may be viable for the DOH 'Intent to Apply' 249. Frank; Scan the ‘Find It, Fund It Table’ and send to BB 250. Damien, Chip; Email the traffic count numbers to Emily, Email bike sales data to Emily by Wed, Oct 9th at noon 251. Traci; Send verbiage of her email invitation to legislators for the Oct 20th bike ride to the rest of the BB 252. Frank; Send his Safe Routes to Schools presentation to the BB Agenda- * Schmooze Time * Last minute agenda items * Approve last month's minutes * Action Items * Ripe Bananas * Report from presentation to the COW Desired outcome: * Discuss changes to membership definitions Desired outcome: Accept changes and have them approved * Report from Bike Plan Actions for Zoning meeting Desired outcome: Bring folks up to speed and decide how to proceed * Broadening Bike Board Positions, what positions are open? * Report from Projects- Updates from Project leaders * Bike Board openings. "Advertise w/ CityCouncil" Nominate and vote for a new chair * Review meeting * Adjourn Ongoing Projects- 1. Bike racks at schools Jonathan, Alice, Marilyn 2. Bicycle safety programs at schools, teaching safety and Safe Routes to School Andrew, Frank 3. Create singletrack trails in city Colin, Andrew, Alice, Mark Wise, Ella Belling 4. Complete parking inventory, identify parking gaps Derek, Jing, Damien 5. Update SLM and STR sign locations Derek, Jing, Damien, Emily 6. Identify signs, markings, facilities on BikeMorgantown.com Derek, Jing, Damien, Traci 7. Other GIS ideas Derek, Jing, Damien 8. Show WVU bike racks on WVU google map of campus Traci 9. Represent BB on Connecting Communities Frank, Jonathan, Bill (liason) 10. Morgantown Bicycling & Transit Map Jing, Colin 11. White paper to recommend bike friendly elements in Evansdale & Hospital redevelopment Traci, Jonathan, Chip 12. Get all major employers rated Bicycle Friendly Businesses Chip, Jonathan, Emily 14. Implement Complete Streets action in Bicycle Plan Damien, Frank 15. Write grants (HSIP, etc.) Jeff Mikorski, Traci 18. Build Stakeholder involvement Emily, Jonathan, Frank, Traci 19. Moving the Bicycle Plan forward Frank (reluctantly), Emily (but sure...), Traci (no tag line)

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BFB sticker
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Nov '13

07 Nov '13

On behalf of Chip, I'm sending you two photos. The small one is 3x5 and the next size is 4x6 compared to the small one last time which was 5x7. Frank

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CC COW
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Nov '13

06 Nov '13

You can watch Traci and Emily's presentation to City Council last week at http://morgantown.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=2 . Scroll down to the Archived Videos section and select the Video link at the right of "Committee of the Whole - October 2013" . Their presentation starts approximately 35 minutes into the meeting. After you open the video, you can go directly to their presentation by putting your cursor on the progress bar and sliding it to 35:00. I was extremely impressed with their responses to tough questions asked by Councilors. Frank

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October Minutes
by Traci Knabenshue 06 Nov '13

06 Nov '13

Good Morning All, Attached are the October minutes. If you need a reminder of your action items, they are listed on the very first chart you see in the minutes. Thanks and see you tomorrow! Traci Knabenshue Conservation Specialist Facilities Management West Virginia University 304.293.9500 traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu<mailto:traci.knabenshue@mail.wvu.edu> www.wecan.wvu.edu

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Fwd: Bike Plan Actions for Zoning
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Nov '13

05 Nov '13

Yesterday, I attended a meeting called by Jeff Mikorski and attended by Jenny Selin, Chris Fletcher, Roy Nutter and Christiaan Abildso. The primary purpose of the meeting was to improve communication among the Traffic Commission, City Manager, City Council and boards such as the BB and Ped Board. Another topic on the agenda was, "Discuss the parts of the Bicycle Plan that were accepted into the Comprehensive Plan http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/MCP-Morgantown-Comprehensive… that could be incorporated into the Zoning Ordinance for new and improved developments". In preparation for the meeting, I reviewed the 62 actions in the Bicycle Plan and identified 6 that I thought might be able to be implemented through zoning ordinances. After the meeting, I sent them to Chris and replied as you can see below. He is very positive about moving these forward but may need some help from the BB. Please let Gunnar know if you want to discuss this at this Thursday's BB meeting. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Christopher Fletcher <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: November 5, 2013 9:03:42 AM EST > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Cc: Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Re: Bike Plan Actions for Zoning > > Frank: > > Good morning. Thank you for your time and insight yesterday afternoon. Please see my responses below in bold blue font. > > I look forward to realizing our success in the matters at hand. > > Respectfully, > > Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP > Director of Development Services > > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > To: "Chris Fletcher" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Monday, November 4, 2013 8:14:22 PM > Subject: Bike Plan Actions for Zoning > > Hi Chris, > > As I promised after our meeting tonight, following are the 6 actions from the bicycle plan that could be relevant to zoning. > > Engineering 2. Implement the Complete Streets policy established in 2007: all street resurfacing or other modifications will include a written Complete Street plan that is reviewed and commented on by the Bicycle Board before they can be implemented. The most appropriate City Code location to address this policy objective...in terms of regulating new roadway construction that is privately funded...is in the Subdivision Regulations Ordinance. I fully support this endeavor. However, the entire Subdivision Regulations Ordinance needs to be modernized just as the Zoning Ordinance was in 2006 to address a number of deficiencies and include "new tools" provided in the State's Planning Enabling Law passed in 2004. This will be a very consuming task that, under existing staffing levels, cannot be accomplished in-house. > > Engineering 9. Advocate secure short-term bicycle parking within 100 feet of bicyclist destinations in commercial districts. This can and should be addressed in the Zoning Ordinance...but I would suggest going further than "advocating" by stipulating minimum requirements/standards. I would suggest first revisiting the "100 feet" principle and then look strategically at where these facilities should be developed to maximize visibility, presence, and utilization. > > Engineering 10. Encourage weatherproof and vandal-proof long-term bicycle parking in every City owned or managed parking garage. Public/government entities are exempt from the City's Planning and Zoning Code. However, there are other avenues to accomplish this objective and delivery appears to be heavily dependent upon funding over regulatory policy. What is the level of success/usage of the existing facility at the Public Safety Building? > > Engineering 11. Coordinate with Mountain Line and WVU to establish reasonable bicycle parking at all bus and PRT stops.Public/government entities are exempt from the City's Planning and Zoning Code. However, there are other avenues to accomplish this objective and delivery appears to be heavily dependent upon funding over regulatory policy. > > Encouragement 8. Coordinate with the Morgantown Monongalia MPO to encourage WVU and other employers to provide bicycle parking, lockers and shower facilities for employees who chose to bicycle to work. This is outside the scope of the City's Planning and Zoning Code in terms of public/government employers and existing employers. However, we may be able to include minimum related requirements/standards for new construction/development are larger employment centers. > > Encouragement 14. Review current implementation and consider expansion of the Planning and Zoning Code requiring developers of multi-family dwellings to provide bicycle parking and storage. This can and should be addressed in the Zoning Ordinance by revisiting the existing standards for the B-4 District, revising them to provide greater design flexibility, and expanding them effect multi-family development where such development is permitted within the City. > > > As I said, I passed these through a wide filter selecting any action whose implementation might be facilitated through zoning. > > > > Frank D. Gmeindl > LCI #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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November 7, Bike Board Meeting, Agenda Items
by Gunnar Shogren 01 Nov '13

01 Nov '13

Whew, We got through Halloween and Frank's surgery. Now it's time for another meeting. Items for the agenda please! And let's try and get some of the members that haven't been with us for a while, back in the fray as well. Happy Days.

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Bicycle plan open house and a cyclists form WVU (BB member candidate?)
by Jing Zhang 01 Nov '13

01 Nov '13

Hi, Bicycle Board Members, We will have an open house between 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm on November 6, Wednesday at Marilla Park Recreation Center (the day before the BB Meeting). You are cordially invited to this event. Also, a cyclists representing the WVU student government association contacted us. Maybe, he can be a candidate member representing WVU student on the Bicycle Board. His massage has been copied bellow. Thanks for your attention. And see you soon! Jing Jing Zhang Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia Metropolian Planning Organization <http://www.plantogether.org/> www.plantogether.org 864.207.0749 (cell) 304.413.0297 <mailto:tranplan@labyrinth.net> tranplan(a)labyrinth.net <http://www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan> www.facebook.com/mpobikeplan <http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan> http://jing63.wix.com/mpobikeplan From: Gregory Mulley [mailto:gmulley@mix.wvu.edu] Sent: Monday, October 28, 2013 4:51 PM To: baustin(a)labyrinth.net <mailto:baustin@labyrinth.net> Subject: Regional Bike Proposal Hello, My name is Greg Mulley, and I'm a student at WVU. Last week, I was chosen as the SGA student representative regarding the MMMPO's regional bike plan. I'm an avid biker, and I understand the needs of those who choose cycling for their commute throughout Morgantown. I look forward to working with the organization and learning more about it! That being said - when is the next meeting regarding the proposal? I look forward to hearing from you! Thanks, Greg Mulley

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Point of information about the article "Morgantown looks to become 'bike-friendly city'" in Oct 30th edition
by Traci Knabenshue 30 Oct '13

30 Oct '13

Good afternoon, Just wanted to point out that Morgantown is already a 'Bicycle Friendly Community' at the Bronze level, as designated by the League of American Bicyclists, a national bicycling advocacy group. Morgantown was the first city in the state of West Virginia to receive this designation in August of 2012. http://www.bikeleague.org/bfa Very nice article! Thanks! Traci Knabenshue Conservation Specialist (and member of the Morgantown Municipal Bike Board) Facilities Management West Virginia University 304.293.9500 traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu<mailto:traci.knabenshue@mail.wvu.edu> www.wecan.wvu.edu

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Article in today's DA
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Oct '13

30 Oct '13

Morgantown looks to become ‘bike-friendly’ city http://www.thedaonline.com/news/morgantown/article_a3a920e4-412d-11e3-8b52-…

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October 29th COW Prezi
by Emily Vasile 29 Oct '13

29 Oct '13

Hello All, Traci, Frank, and I wanted to share the Prezi<http://prezi.com/tyx6sfyxy0l9/?utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=copy&rc=ex0sha…>we are using at the Committee of the Whole meeting on *Tuesday, 10/29 at 7pm in Council Chambers*. The purpose of the presentation is to update the COW on the Bike Board's progress to date implementing the Procedural Guidelines (attached) and discuss ways to move the Bike Plan forward. We have selected seven items that can be implemented with little or no delay or cost (also attached) and will use them as a starting point for discussion at the end of the presentation. Please make an effort to be there to show your support and share with others who care about cycling in Morgantown. Thanks, Emily Vasile

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Email to ask for cyclist attendance at City Council tonight...
by Derek Springston 29 Oct '13

29 Oct '13

BB Members, Here's the email I sent out to a few of my friends minutes ago on asking them to come out tonight supporting the Bike Board's presentation to city council. Feel free to copy and paste it and reach out to your contacts who may be interested.... ~Derek -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fellow cyclists, Tonight at 7pm in the Morgantown Council Chambers (389 Spruce Street), the Morgantown Bike Board will present to the City Council regarding the Bike Board's progress on implementing our Procedural Guidelines and to discuss ways to move the Morgantown Bike Plan forward. The Morgantown Bike Plan was already adopted by City Council, so the BB is going to encourage and discuss with the city on how we can get action on some specific items within the plan. To review the Bike Plan visit http://bikemorgantown.com/Plan/morgantown_bicycle_plan_v15.pdf OR visit www.bikemorgantown.com <http://www.BikeMorgantown.com> and click on the 'Morgantown Bicycle Plan' link on the bottom left corner of the page. Please consider attending, and it wouldn't hurt to show up on a bike with a helmet in hand or clipped to your person to make it obvious we're cyclists! Thanks in advance to those who can make it and for Traci, Frank, and Emily on their great work on the Prezi presentation that we will see tonight. Also, big thanks to the Bike Board for developing the plan and the City Council for adopting it. We're making progress. Thanks, -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -- *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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Fwd: Agenda and date change for Traffic Commission meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Oct '13

25 Oct '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Roy Nutter" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: October 22, 2013 at 2:46:35 PM EDT > To: "Paul Steele" <psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "Bill Wyant" <normawyant(a)comcast.net>, "Chris Gluck" <christophergluck(a)gmail.com>, "Lisa Mardis" <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com>, "Mike Fike" <micynster(a)gmail.com>, "Robert Jones" <rjoneswvu(a)gmail.com>, "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "David McKain" <David.McKain(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Roy Nutter, Jr." <rnutter(a)wvu.edu> > Subject: Agenda and date change for Traffic Commission meeting > > Please send any agenda items to me with a copy at least to Damien for our Nov meeting. > > NOTE: TC meeting date is moved to Wed Nov 13. 6:00 pm as usual. > > This is because of a planned MPO meeting related to bicycle plans as I understand it. I expect to receive more on this later. > > thanks....Roy Nutter > >

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Fwd: WVU to hold Evansdale Development Forum
by Damien Davis 25 Oct '13

25 Oct '13

fyi J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM Assistant City Engineer City of Morgantown Public Works Department - Engineering Division 389 Spruce Street Morgantown , WV 26505 Office: 304.284.7398 Fax: 304.284.7409 www.MorgantownWV.gov ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: "Christopher Fletcher" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> To: "Christopher Fletcher" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Sent: Friday, October 25, 2013 9:27:19 AM Subject: WVU to hold Evansdale Development Forum All: Please plan to attend...and share this information with your family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers...encouraging them to attend as well. Thank you. WVU to hold Evansdale Development Forum WVU ConstructionWVU’s office of Facilities and Services will host a public forum starting at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 13th at the Art Museum Education Center (site of the old WVU Alumni Center) on Evansdale Campus. The forum will discuss the current and future Capital Project Summary. Find out more about this upcoming discussion on MorgantownWV.gov. Respectfully, Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP Director of Development Services City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 (o) 304-284-7431 (c) 304-906-7843 cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org

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Fwd: City Colasessano Pepperoni Roll Sale (benefits United Way)
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Oct '13

25 Oct '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: October 23, 2013 at 1:56:24 PM EDT > To: "Lewis, Jamie" <j4im3s(a)gmail.com>, "mckain, david" <david.mckain(a)gmail.com>, "McCabe, Matt" <mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Roberts, Margaret" <Margaretormike(a)aol.com>, "Nugent, Wes" <wes(a)wnugent.com>, "Wyant, William" <wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Thalman, Julie" <Julie.Thalman(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Wolf, Mike" <mwolfe(a)mecca911.org>, Chris Gluck <thorny53(a)verizon.net>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Paul Steel <psteel(a)access.K12.wv.us>, Roy Nutter <rsnutter(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Fwd: City Colasessano Pepperoni Roll Sale (benefits United Way) > > PLEASE help us sell Colasessano Pepperoni Rolls as our main fundraising effort for United Way! We need your help in circulating the attached flier to your friends and family (their workplaces..?) to get the word out so we can sell these rolls! Thanks! > > Barbara Morgan > City of Morgantown > Engineering Department >

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W.Va. Legislators Take New Ideas For a Spin
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 23 Oct '13

23 Oct '13

Barbara Fleischauer is interviewed in the news coverage. http://www.wsaz.com/home/headlines/Legislators-get-education-on-two-wheels-…

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Stop frac waste storage well on Decker's Creek
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Oct '13

21 Oct '13

Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at 6:30 PM at the FODC office (1451 Earl Core Rd, Suite #4, in Sabraton behind the US Cellular store, 304-292-3970). 4ank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Elizabeth Wiles" <liz(a)deckerscreek.org> > Date: October 21, 2013 9:57:17 AM EDT > To: "Ann Payne" <paynestake(a)frontier.com>, "Bev Atkinson" <pierpont5(a)comcast.net>, "Doug Gilbert " <dgilbert11188(a)gmail.com>, "Garth Lindley" <garthlindley(a)yahoo.com>, "Joan McKay" <wvualum76(a)yahoo.com>, "John Bird" <johnbird(a)frontier.com>, "Kitty Lozier" <clozier(a)gmail.com>, "Marcedes Minana" <Marcedes.Minana(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Ron Thompson" <ron_t_13(a)yahoo.com>, "Sunnie Morton" <sonjamorton1(a)netzero.net>, "Tim Terman" <Tim.Terman(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <ella(a)montrails.org>, <almostnixie(a)cs.com>, <jimscon(a)gmail.com>, <jkotcon(a)wvu.edu>, <blittle(a)citynet.net>, <shanda(a)appalachianstewards.org>, <jr(a)wvsierraclub.org>, <ehansen(a)downstreamstrategies.com>, <mglass(a)downstreamstrategies.com>, <citycouncil(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <citycouncilward1(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <citycouncilward2(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <citycouncilward3(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <citycouncilward4(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <citycouncilward5(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <citycouncilward7(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <hbury98(a)hotmail.com>, <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>, <heathermcd12(a)gmail.com>, <lejaygraffious(a)gmail.com>, <edfrohnae(a)aol.com>, <tbelden(a)access.k12.wv.us>, <sblinco(a)access.k12.wv.us>, <mwthorne(a)access.k12.wv.us>, <linda(a)wvbg.org>, <betty(a)DunkardCreek.org>, <amanda(a)cheat.org>, <asutch(a)mountain.org>, <pamela(a)cubberly.net>, <lewbaker(a)wvrwa.org>, <dcsoinks(a)comcast.net>, <anglerbill(a)frontiernet.net>, <mac4(a)mybluelight.com>, <barbaraf(a)wvhouse.gov>, <mike.manypenny(a)wvhouse.gov>, <twinsprucemarina(a)gmail.com>, <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, <bharpool(a)mix.wvu.edu>, <ebell2(a)mix.wvu.edu>, <randrew4(a)mix.wvu.edu>, <jash4(a)mix.wvu.edu>, <pbryant(a)mix.wvu.edu>, <rbay(a)mix.wvu.edu>, "Kristen de Graauw" <kkdegraauw(a)mix.wvu.edu> > Subject: Community Action Group on ECA wastewater injection well > > Dear Friends, > > We are writing to you because we believe you value Deckers Creek, the rail-trail and the natural beauty of this area, and would like to see your investment protected and thrive. As you may have already heard, the Energy Corporation of America is planning to install a wastewater storage injection well for liquid waste from hydraulically fractured gas wells less than 500 feet from the rail-trail and Deckers Creek, just off of the Masontown rail-trail trail head. In response to the threat posed by this wastewater injection well, Friends of Deckers Creek (FODC) is organizing a community-based action group. > > This action group will meet for the first time on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at 6:30 PM. The meeting will take place at the FODC office (1451 Earl Core Rd, Suite #4, in Sabraton behind the US Cellular store, 304-292-3970). We are looking for all individuals who are willing to invest time and work to organize a community-based opposition to this well. We hope you can attend. > > If you cannot make this meeting, please pass the word on to others within your network who may wish to participate. This group will be based in large part on working volunteers. > > Please let us know if you will attend this meeting or have any questions. Also please let us know if you would like to be removed from this list. > > Best regards, > Liz Wiles > > Elizabeth Wiles, Executive Director > Friends of Deckers Creek > PO Box 877 > Dellslow, WV 26531 > Office: 304.292.3970 > Fax: 304.292.5070 > Email: liz(a)deckerscreek.org > Website: www.deckerscreek.org > Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Friends-of-Deckers-Creek/155850824453758 > > A donation to Friends of Deckers Creek is an investment in your local environment AND your local economy. Help support a revitalized Deckers Creek and revitalized economy by visiting FODC’s website and clicking on the “Donate” button! >

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Monday - County-wide LSIC meeting and SRTS
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 20 Oct '13

20 Oct '13

Dear Board, I recently found out that Monongalia County schools will conduct its annual county-wide Local School Improvement Council (LSIC) meeting from 6-8pm. Monday at the University High School auditorium. The meeting will be preceded at 5:30pm by a "Showcase of the Arts" an exhibit of artwork created by county students, and by musical selections performed by the UHS jazz band. By state law, every school in WV is required to have a LSIC. Why is this important to the Bicycle Board? Look no farther than Suncrest Middle School and the successful implementation of the bicycle rack in front of the school. Why it is true that Matt Watson was instrumental in creating a movement of change within his school, it was his father's choice to sit on the schools LSIC that enabled the deal to be closed because the LSIC had to agree to the improvement for it to become a reality. In fact the principal at Suncrest Middle School made it a point that this was a necessary process. Another example is the successful implementation of the SRTS program at Peidmont Elementary School <http://www.saferoutesinfo.org/data-central/success-stories/charleston-west-…> in Charleston, see attached photos. I will not be able to attend this Monday because I am chairing a meeting for another organization. However, this would be potentially a good networking opportunity for bicycle board members to learn more about the LSICs in our county, and how we could get more local citizens involved in joining these boards to realize SRTS initiatives. I believe this annual meeting is also required by state law to ensure productive and safe schools. I hope some Bicycle Board members can attend on such a short notice. See attached LSIC FAQ. -Jonathan

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Fwd: Sheetz & Open Streets ("Streets Alive") updates
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Oct '13

17 Oct '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: October 17, 2013 8:59:11 PM EDT > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mike Fike <micynster(a)gmail.com>, Kim Hartsell <Kim.Hartsell(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Debbie Cain <sunnybeewv(a)gmail.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dan Harris <harrisda(a)wvuhealthcare.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Bill Kawecki <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Carol Rotruck <ccrotruck(a)aol.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Maria Brann <Maria.Brann(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Sheetz & Open Streets ("Streets Alive") updates > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > All - > After an extremely well-attended and expertly led meeting by Bill Reger-Nash about our Open Streets endeavor last night, I attended the Board of Zoning Appeals meeting with Bill Kawecki to hear information about the new Sheetz at South University & Foundry. There was little opposition to the development other than James Giuliani, who spoke eloquently and enthusiastically against it. I did speak under the assumption the development is inevitable, focusing more on what the impact will be on pedestrian flow and safety, noting (as Jimmie mentioned recently) the wonderful underpass to the trail for those afraid of the surface road traffic (which will only increase). > > The City Planner, Chris Fletcher, did speak to my concerns, noting some widening of sidewalks and refuge areas. I left at about 10:30 with the meeting still going on, and the lead engineer/permit manager from Sheetz (Robert Franks) tracked me down to ask what Sheetz could do to improve the area as he was unaware of the underpass for pedestrians and cyclists. I noted that the development in that location is unpopular so anything he could do to help their image would benefit their business. I focused on asking for signage to alert people about the alternate route, upgrading existing sidewalks on their property, and improving lighting to the underpass and in the underpass to improve safety. I hope I represented our concerns well. Mr. Franks seemed genuinely interested and he engaged Bill Kawecki in a discussion about making pedestrian improvements. I will follow-up with him as well. > > Thanks > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantownwv.gov/government/advisory-boards/pedestrian-safety-bo…

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Fwd: Continued disregard for pedestrians
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Oct '13

17 Oct '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: October 17, 2013 8:34:23 PM EDT > To: Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Chris Fletcher <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mike Fike <micynster(a)gmail.com>, Kim Hartsell <Kim.Hartsell(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Debbie Cain <sunnybeewv(a)gmail.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dan Harris <harrisda(a)wvuhealthcare.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Bill Kawecki <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Carol Rotruck <ccrotruck(a)aol.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Maria Brann <Maria.Brann(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Continued disregard for pedestrians > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > Damien, Jeff, Terry, & Chris - > Sorry, but I'm now ticked off (must have been the Sheetz BZA hearing running so late last night). What the heck is going on and who is responsible? Photos attached about 3 different incidents of sidewalks or crosswalks being blocked without any advanced warning or detour. These, plus the ill-advised placement of the fence blocking the sidewalk at the Panera construction show blatant disregard for human beings and movement through our City. I'm sick of it and want someone in the City to take charge. I greatly respect the time you put into city affairs, but our great City must stop acting like a battered spouse that keeps letting their abusive spouse return "because we need 'em"! They need us! They need our City, our people, and our money! We are a great place that has standards that will be enforced - it's time to start acting like it. > > I don't usually get this excited, but I'm sick of it! I'm ready to "divorce" my abusive spouse. > > Please note the entire Pedestrian Safety Board membership and collaborators are cc'd. I expect the development of an action plan involving all city government agencies on the steps we will all take to implement our pedestrian safety plan and the comprehensive bicycle plan, including enforcement, planning, zoning, and engineering. I hope my friends cc'd on this email agree and voice their concerns. We MUST work together NOW or this city will lose even more of its best residents. > > How many have to die or be seriously injured before we take serious, swift action? Would we have this little movement if two people were shot, beaten, or stabbed to death in Morgantown? Would nothing be done if one lane of a road were closed for months without a safe detour for vehicles? We must reverse this pervasive, pernicious disregard for pedestrians at all levels of government and among all segments of our population. > > Thank you, > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantownwv.gov/government/advisory-boards/pedestrian-safety-bo…

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2014 legislative agenda
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Oct '13

16 Oct '13

Hi Kasey, How difficult would it be to get WV Attorney General, Patrick Morrisey to issue a WV law interpretation that requires motorists to change lanes to pass bicyclists? Iowa's Attorney General did it. I will not be able to attend the Oct. 24 WVCC meeting which will discuss the 2014 legislative agenda so I'm writing this message to ask the WVCC to consider adopting Iowa's approach rather than trying to pass 4-foot or 3-foot passing legislation. Just like WV, Iowa law says that bicyclists have the same rights as the driver of a vehicle; that a motorist must pass at a safe distance and not return to the right side of the road until safely clear of the overtaken vehicle; and that bicycles are not vehicles. The Iowa Attorney General said that since bicyclists have the same rights as motorists and that motorists must change lanes to pass other vehicles, they must also change lanes to pass bicycles. For more details see http://iowabicyclecoalition.org/safepassing/ . I've attached a comparison of the relevant WV and IA laws. The fact that the Iowa driver manual instructs motorists to change lanes to pass bicyclists helps inculcate the Attorney General's interpretation. We should also consider working with WVDOT to improve the WV Driver Manual to better guide motorists on how to drive around bicyclists. Perhaps WVDOT would work with us to persuade the Attorney General? After I drafted last year's legislative agenda that included a 4-foot passing law, I obtained "The 3 ft. Law: Lessons Learned from a National Analysis of State Policies and Expert Interviews" by Rutgers University Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy published May 2012. (Attached) The report indicates that: • The greatest benefit of the 3-foot law is educational by increasing motorist awareness of bicyclists but the educational benefit may be short-lived. • The 3-foot law is hardly enforced if enforced at all in 20 states that have adopted it and it might be practically unenforceable. • 3-feet is insufficient when motor vehicles are traveling more than 35 mph. After reading the report, I offer the following to support requiring motorists to change lanes to pass bicycles: • Iowa did it. • Since most travel lanes in WV are not wide enough for a motor vehicle and bicycle to travel safely side-by-side within the lane, motorists must encroach into the adjacent lane to pass bicyclists while allowing more than 3 or 4-feet. If they're going to encroach into the adjacent lane, why not just move into it? • Motorists must change lanes when passing slower moving motor vehicles so changing lanes when passing bicyclists shouldn't be any more difficult or inconvenient. • While motorists and police officers may not be able to accurately judge 3 or 4-feet, they can certainly accurately judge which lane they're in or whether they're straddling two lanes. One caveat: on narrow two lane roads with lanes separated by a double yellow center line, I believe crossing the double yellow center line is prohibited (although everybody does it). Whether we advocate for a 3 or 4-foot passing rule or for motorists to change lanes to pass, motorists would have to be allowed to cross the double yellow line. I don't know how WV code addresses crossing the double yellow line. The Rutgers report says that Arkansas and Maine have modified their law to allow motorists to pass bicycles in no passing zones when it is safe to do so. I understand that PA who passed their 4-foot rule after the Rutgers report was published has done similarly. Finally, I would ask the WVCC to concentrate on repealing 17C-11-5 (a) which requires cyclists to ride as far to the right as practicable. For justification, I've attached again the talking points that I sent you on April 2, 2013. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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] No 1 Cycling City in the World
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Oct '13

16 Oct '13

"Easier by bike than by car, actually" 90,000 population, inc. 50,000 students; 60% trips in city center by bike 1977 traffic circulation plan blocked motorists from city center; they must go around; only cyclists and pedestrians could go through ==> trip by car: 12 minutes; trip by bike: 2 minutes. No sprawl. Central transit stop has 5,000 indoor bike racks, no charge plus 5,000 more with fee. "On weekend, all full." Employers REQUIRED to provide secure parking, showers. Bike share system with stations at every transit stop. New residential and commercial developments extend the bicycling and pedestrian network; even building special bridges. "You're not going to get a cycling revolution by having a few 30 km narrow streets, by building just a few cycle paths or by traffic calming a few streets; you have to do everything and you have to do it everywhere" Quiet, peaceful... but also, flat. Crossings between motor traffic and bicycle traffic not shown: no crash statistics. No mention of cost but savings from not having to build more motorways is evident. Frank On Oct 15, 2013, at 4:51 PM, zhang jing wrote: > > Just excellent > > http://sustainablecitiescollective.com/i-b-i-k-e-l-o-n-d-o-n/185191/whats-i…

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Proposed Language Change to Membership Definitions
by Traci Knabenshue 11 Oct '13

11 Oct '13

Hi BB! I was tasked with an action item at the September meeting to draft a broader membership definition for the board, and we did not have time to discuss the changes at the October meeting. See attached and as you review these proposed changes, keep a few things in mind: 1) I'm not sure if anything I'm proposing is against some sort of procedural rule, so don't yell at me if I did something wrong. 2) I'm not married to the proposed changes I have, just trying to spur some discussion so we can all land where we want to be. 3) The attached document shows the current language on page 1 and everything I changed I have highlighted on page 2. Page 3 shows a breakdown of our current membership for your reference. 4) Can someone tell me what we mean by 'Transit Authority' in this definition? Does that mean Mountain Line? Traci Knabenshue Conservation Specialist Facilities Management West Virginia University 304.293.9500 traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu<mailto:traci.knabenshue@mail.wvu.edu> www.wecan.wvu.edu

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Email to State Legislators
by Traci Knabenshue 11 Oct '13

11 Oct '13

Hi again, I also took an item to forward along the email I drafted to the state legislators in our district to invite them to the Oct 20th ride in Charleston. Here's what I sent. Thanks! Traci ___________________________________________ Good Afternoon, I am a resident of the city of Morgantown, and I am also a member of the Morgantown Municipal Bike Board. Last year, along with the non-profit WV Connecting Communities, our board advocated for HB 3021, which would have repealed the rule requiring bicyclists to use a side path instead of the road when a usable side path is available, and instituted a 4-foot passing rule when motorists overtake a bicyclist on the road. Another goal we have for bicycle safety that was amended out of the bill is to repeal the requirement that bicyclists ride as far to the right of the road as practicable. The bill missed the deadline to move out of the House and into the Senate, but we plan on introducing it again during the next legislative session. While certain bicycle safety measures may seem to make sense on paper, there's no better way to test what works and what doesn't than to experience riding a bicycle on the road yourself. That's why I'd like to invite you to the first ever legislative bicycle ride being hosted by WV Connecting Communities and the Mountain State Wheelers Bicycling Club on Sunday, October 20th. The ride will be a chance for you, as my elected voice in state government, to experience what it is to cycle in our beautiful state and hear from other cyclists about how bike legislation such as HB 3021 can save lives and encourage a strong cycling community. Why do we want a strong cycling community in WV? Because research shows cycling improves tourism, economic development, public health, and safety. I've attached a flier with more details for you, and I hope that you will attend. Regrettably, I will not be able to drive to Charleston that day. Sincerely, Traci Knabenshue Secretary, Morgantown Municipal Bike Board bikemorgantown.com<http://bikemorgantown.com>

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Fwd: WVCC Update
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Oct '13

09 Oct '13

More info on WV Connecting Communities upcoming events. See attachments. Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: October 9, 2013 11:11:01 AM EDT > To: Andrea Salina <andreathompson31(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Breanna Shell <shellb(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Brendan Bell <brendanbell.bell(a)gmail.com>, Charles Holley <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Dennis A Strawn <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, Don Spencer <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, 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>, "harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net" <harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net>, Jeffrey Lusk <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, "Laura M. Dice" <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>, Michael Loughney <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>, Michael Plante <mike(a)planteandassociates.com>, Patricia Clay <trishc1(a)suddenlink.net>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, Rich Harper <johnscyclery(a)frontier.com>, Stacy Bisker <selaineb(a)gmail.com>, Steve Fowler <smf(a)pffwv.com>, Ted Armbrecht <eca3(a)suddenlinkmail.com>, Tom Wood <twood84(a)gmail.com> > Cc: Scott Sudduth <scottsud(a)gmail.com>, Scott Rotruck <fsrotruck(a)aol.com> > Subject: WVCC Update > > Hello WVCC interested folks and Board Members: please find attached an update on our activities. Main points: our next board meeting is Oct. 24th at 4:00 p.m. in Richwood, WV. After our meeting, for those who are interested, we will join the Create WV conference attendees at their dinner (cost $35 for dinner). Dennis and I will be going to the dinner and staying in Richwood Thursday night so we can lead the bike ride and walk on Friday afternoon. Let me know if you can join us by next Wednesday, Oct. 16th. (Create WV day rate is $135, fyi; visit their website to register) > > Also, the first annual Legislative Bike Ride hosted by WVCC and the Mountain State Wheelers is happening on Oct. 20th from 3:30 to 5 starting at the Capitol. I'm attaching the flier to this email. Please send a personal invite to any Delegate or Senator that you know. > > As you will see from the update, there are many ways to get involved in this statewide advocacy organization for cycling and pedestrian access and safety. > > Thanks, kasey > > Kasey Russell, Executive Director, WVCC >

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New MUTCD
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Oct '13

07 Oct '13

Bill, Damien, I've heard that WV has adopted the 2009 MUTCD. Do either of you have an official document announcing that? Today, I learned that FHWA is planning a full new edition of the MUTCD, with rulemaking anticipated for spring 2015 and publication in late 2016. If WV hasn't adopted the 2009 MUTCD yet, I can imagine with dread their using the forthcoming 2016 edition as an excuse to continue using the 2003 edition until then. If the 2009 MUTCD has been adopted, we should proceed with the Bicycle Board's 2007 recommendation (approved by the Traffic Commission, funded by the City Manager and temporarily approved by WVDOH) of Shared Lane Markings and R4-11 Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs. The state seems to have found adequate CMAQ money as demonstrated by the WV state transportation implementation plan amendments that we will consider at this Thursday's MPO Citizen's Advisory Committee meeting. The proposed STIP amendments for FY 2014 cost $1.6M while the SLM & R4-11 signs cost only $13K. I would propose that the Citizens Advisory Committee consider recommending including the SLM & R4-11 sign plan in the STIP amendments. One could argue that installing SLM & R4-11 signs for $13,000 could have a larger impact on congestion mitigation and air quality improvement per dollar spent than widening Chaplin Hill Rd. for $750,000. If WV doesn't intend to adopt the 2009 MUTCD, I would recommend we proceed with an experiment to do the Shared Lane Markings and R4-11 signs. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Fwd: Bike Board Meeting, October 3
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Oct '13

07 Oct '13

Hi Susan, The BB discussed Allstate funding at last Thursday's BB meeting. We'd still like to know how much Allstate is looking to fund and over what time period. One project whose funding could be quite flexible is electronic billboards. The attached document shows a billboard that the BB designed and has displayed. A table in the attached document describes the location of each billboard, the time it was displayed and the vendor that owns the billboard. The total cost for this campaign was approximately $13,000. That could be adjusted by varying the number of locations and the period of display. The BB would have no problem with Allstate adding their logo to the billboard. I've also attached a copy of the art that was put on the billboards. The vendors may still have the art on file. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: September 30, 2013 1:00:21 PM EDT > To: Susan Sullivan <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Board Meeting, October 3 > > Done > > On Sep 30, 2013, at 12:56 PM, Susan Sullivan wrote: > >> Hi Frank! >> >> Could you please work in some discussion at Thursday's meeting about potential Allstate funding? >> Susan >> >> Susan Sullivan, Public Communications Manager >> City of Morgantown >> 389 Spruce Street >> Morgantown, WV 26505 >> (304) 284-7426 - C (304) 844-8908 - F (304) 284-7430 >> >> From: "Gunnar Shogren" <gshogren(a)gmail.com> >> To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >> Sent: Monday, September 30, 2013 8:16:11 AM >> Subject: [Bikeboard] Bike Board Meeting, October 3 >> >> And a fine Monday morning it is. >> >> Who all is going to be there? >> >> Any items that you would like added to the agenda for the meeting this Thursday? >> So far I have- >> Report from MAP 21 Workshop & create list of projects to apply for, >> lead by Traci >> >> I am happy to report that I have a bag of Candy Corn Oreos. They go >> great w/ coffee! >> >> >> >> >

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Action Items and September Minutes
by Traci Knabenshue 04 Oct '13

04 Oct '13

Good Morning! Here are the action items and attached are the September minutes, reflecting changes given at last night's meeting. If I don't hear any feedback on the minutes after a few days, I will send them to the city to add to its website. Traci 223. Find out if any WVU sustainability interns are interested in serving on the BB Damien 224. Organize a meeting between city officials and BB to discuss the Law & Order article that will include Damien, someone from the city manager's office, the police chief, Chip, Gunnar, and Traci Damien 230. Talk to Fred about BFC sign Damien 235. Pull counts from his counters and send to BB Jing 236. Send information to BB about October traffic counts and send a list of other suggested intersections for counts Traci 239. Email BB to ask who is interested in meeting with Clement Solomon at WVU Frank 245. Send Law & Order article out as a pdf as the web link is dead Chip 246. Downsize the 5x7 BFB sticker and send us a photo of it on a door Derek 247. Contact Dave Bruffy to see if he needs any changes to the bike parking map Traci, Chip, Derek 248. Look at the 'Find It, Fund It Table' TA chart given at the MAP 21 meeting and compare it to projects in the bike plan to find intersections that may be viable for the DOH 'Intent to Apply' Frank 249. Scan the 'Find It, Fund It Table' and send to BB Damien, Chip 250. Email the traffic count numbers to Emily, Email bike sales data to Emily by Wed, Oct 9th at noon Traci 251. Send verbiage of her email invitation to legislators for the Oct 20th bike ride to the rest of the BB Frank 252. Send his Safe Routes to Schools presentation to the BB Thanks! Traci

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Last night's action items
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Oct '13

04 Oct '13

Here's the Find it Fund it table on the Advocacy Advance website: http://www.advocacyadvance.org/site_images/content/Find_It_Fund_It_chart.pdf

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Last night's action items
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Oct '13

04 Oct '13

Action items that I took from last night's BB: 1. Send pdf to BB of Law and Order article "Enforcing Bicycle Law". See attached. 2. Scan and send Find It Fund It matrix to BB. See attached. 3. Send Green Team presentation to BB. It's too big to attach so please download it from https://www.dropbox.com/s/i90rbd4j7b2zg94/SRTStoGreenTeam.pdf . Please note that this presentation was designed to facilitate dialog, not to be a one-way proselytism. You may have to discuss it with me to get the gist of some of the slides. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Iowa requires change lane to pass
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

Iowa, one of the few states that does not have a requirement that cyclists ride as far to the right as practicable now requires motorists to change lanes to pass. The Iowa Attorney General has issued an opinion (binding on all county attorneys in the state, and law enforcement as well), that the Iowa Code requires vehicles passing bicyclists to give them the whole lane. The background to this opinion... The Iowa Code spells out what constitutes safe passing when vehicles on public roads pass other vehicles (321.299). Although most people believe that a bicycle is a vehicle, in Iowa this is not the case. Anything that is human-powered cannot, by the definitions in the Iowa Code, be a vehicle. Bicycles are defined as 'devices'. Because of that definition (321.1, 40c), some county attorneys have concluded that bicycles are not vehicles, and therefore, the vehicles that pass them do not have to conform to the Code, which says that when passing you have to give the vehicle you're passing the whole lane (that's obvious for a car passing a car or truck, but it's also what's required when a car passes a motorcycle). Based on this interpretation, in some counties a vehicle can pass close to a bicycle and not be cited. That interpretation is now invalid. The State Attorney has ruled that because bicyclists have "all the rights and duties...applicable to the driver of a vehicle..." (321.213, 2), then the rules of 321 apply to them as well, which includes the rule of passing and giving the device/vehicle being passed the whole lane. Mark Wyatt, Executive Director of the Iowa Bicycle Coalition, has told the Coalition's membership that county attorneys have just received a training notification regarding this opinion, and that subsequently we expect the passing law will be enforced state-wide. There is also buy-in from law enforcement. Already, the Iowa DOT Drivers Manual has been modified to read: "Give bicycle riders the room they deserve and need for safety. When passing a bicycle rider, pass as if the cyclist were a vehicle and move into the other lane." Many states have a 3-foot passing law. Iowa's law is now bigger than that, cyclists there have the full lane. This came about, in part, by the work of Iowa Bicycle Coalition. Consider joining: http://iowabicyclecoalition.org/ If we could move our mountains to Iowa, I might move there:) Frank

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Fwd: WV Connecting Communities Update
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Oct '13

02 Oct '13

Please read Kasey's message below and the attachments. Dennis Strawn's membership letter provides a good concise summary of WVCC's genesis and current status. Kasey's also asking us to invite our state senators and representatives to join the legislative bike ride in Charleston Sunday Oct. 20th 3:30-5:00 pm. It would be good if the senators and representatives were accompanied by competent cyclists who understood and could persuade them to enact the WVCC legislative agenda (repeal FTR & MSP, pass 4-foot passing bill). Do you know who are our state senators and representatives? Will you invite them to the ride and go ride with them? Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: October 2, 2013 10:40:39 AM EDT > To: Andrea Salina <andreathompson31(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Breanna Shell <shellb(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Brendan Bell <brendanbell.bell(a)gmail.com>, Charles Holley <cholley(a)cityofhuntington.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, Dennis A Strawn <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, Don Spencer <DSpencer36(a)comcast.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, 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>, "harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net" <harvey.allen(a)chartersites.net>, Jeffrey Lusk <jlusk(a)trailsheaven.com>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, "Laura M. Dice" <Laura.Dice(a)camc.org>, Michael Loughney <mloughney(a)tioga-resources.com>, Michael Plante <mike(a)planteandassociates.com>, Patricia Clay <trishc1(a)suddenlink.net>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, Rahul Gupta <rahul.gupta(a)wv.gov>, Rich Harper <johnscyclery(a)frontier.com>, 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: WV Connecting Communities Update > > Please find attached three documents: first, a letter from Dennis Strawn, President of the Board, WVCC; second, our most recent membership form; third, the Legislative Bike Ride Invite. > > Action items: Join WVCC!! You can now visit our website, www.wvconnectingcommunities.com and donate via PayPal or credit card. > > Send me events/projects/cool things concerning walking and cycling in your part of the state so we can include them on the WVCC site. > > Send a personal note with the Legislative Bike Ride invite to your Delegate and Senator. Join them on the bike ride on Oct. 20th if you would like. If you plan to join us, please let me know. > > Thanks for your time, attention and action! > Kasey

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BB Report to TC tonight
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Oct '13

02 Oct '13

May I have your concurrence to present the attached report to the Traffic Commission tonight? (Sorry I didn't get it done sooner!) Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] BB Report to TC tonight
by Chip Wamsley 02 Oct '13

02 Oct '13

Looks complete Frank, Thanks. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent: 10/2/2013 6:07:17 AM To: "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: [Bikeboard] BB Report to TC tonight May I have your concurrence to present the attached report to the Traffic Commission tonight? (Sorry I didn't get it done sooner!) Frank _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Regional Bike Plan
by BikeMorgantown 01 Oct '13

01 Oct '13

Anybody want to help Lauren? (Please cc me if you contact her so I'll know this is being addressed.) Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Lauren Caccamo <lcaccamo(a)mix.wvu.edu> > Date: October 1, 2013 8:50:58 AM EDT > To: bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com > Subject: Regional Bike Plan > > Hello, > > My name is Lauren, and I am a journalism student here at WVU. It is my job this semester to cover parking and transportation in Morgantown, and recently I became aware of the Regional Bike Plan the city is currently designing. I was hoping I could speak to somebody on your board to hear information about the project, the project's goals, and more about the citizen-based participatory planning process. If there is any person you could point me in the direction to, that would be greatly appreciated. > > Hope to hear from you soon, and thank you for your time. > -Lauren Caccamo

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Re: [Bikeboard] Evansdale Neighborhood urges council to postpone vote to annul roadway, alley and realignment of segment, or vote no
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Oct '13

01 Oct '13

Hi Bill, Thanks for sharing. In the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan unanimously adopted by the City Council May 2012, Engineering Action 15: "Conduct a comprehensive traffic flow and redesign study of the Sunnyside, Wiles Hill and Evansdale areas to minimize the difficulty and perceived risk of bicycle travel between WVU campuses" covers this. Had there been serious attention to implementing the Bicycle Plan, we could already be addressing the situation raised by Ms. McDonald. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On Sep 30, 2013, at 11:36 PM, Bill wrote: > FYI > > From: "Suzanne McDonald" <suzmcd(a)frontier.com> > To: citycouncilward1(a)cityofmorgantown.org, citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org, citycouncilward3@cityofmorgantown.org,citycouncilward2@cityofmorgantown.org, citycouncilward4(a)cityofmorgantown.org, citycouncilward5@cityofmorgantown.org,citycouncilward7@cityofmorgantown.org > Cc: "Petros Bill" <bkpetros(a)yahoo.com>, "Beth Royall" <bethroyall(a)gmail.com>, "Panaccione Nicole" <npanac(a)gmail.com>, "Suzanne McDonald" <suzmcd(a)frontier.com> > Sent: Monday, September 30, 2013 10:01:24 PM > Subject: Evansdale Neighborhood urges council to postpone vote to annul roadway, alley and realignment of segment, or vote no > > Morgantown City Council, > > Evansdale residents are concerned about the traffic and pedestrian plans for the new student dorms that WVU is building on the north east side of University Avenue. The proposed development will house nearly as many students as the massive tower complex already on Evansdale. Neighbors are afraid that the new development will add to the serious traffic and pedestrian safety problem that already exists in that area on University Avenue. > > Evansdale residents would like council to postpone the final vote to realign and annul roadways within the footprint of the new development until WVU works together with council to provide a study on the traffic and pedestrian impacts of 1,500 additional students crossing University at least twice a day. It is our hope that WVU would then work together with the city to develop traffic and pedestrian plans for the proposed development. In the past WVU has released plans in bits and pieces of new developments without a big picture view of impacts on traffic and pedestrian safety on streets and sidewalks just off campus. The new development is just too large to proceed in this piecemeal process. > > This scale is unacceptable without a plan with the city to route the added traffic in a way that doesn't harm adjacent neighborhoods. > > The Evansdale neighbors suggests that council insist that any new traffic should be routed through the old Medical Center Drive, which should be open again to through traffic. The WVU development needs to route traffic that way and not out Oakland Avenue. In addition, the future closure of Evansdale Drive from the tennis courts to the CAC will add more traffic to 8th street and University. We need WVU to work together with city on traffic and pedestrian safety for Evansdale along University and Patterson before the annulment of roadways for the colossal development of 1500 beds goes any further. > > Attached is a map on which I have highlighted Medical Center Drive and the small segment of Country Club Drive which will need to be used to access the Evansdale Drive/old Medical Center Drive. > > Below the map is a photo the intersection of Country Club Drive with Oakland and you can see that right beside the prt tracks Medical Center Drive which intersects University Drive, and there is already a traffic light there. You can also see where WVU is now using part of that city street (Medical Center Drive) that was closed to through-traffic as paid parking. > > If WVU cannot work with the city to develop a traffic and pedestrian plan for this specific development that is compatible to the Evandale neighborhood, existing businesses, traffic flow and pedestrian safety then perhaps the city should retain the roadways as they are, including alleys and the development should just be on a smaller scale. Please vote 'no' or postpone. > > Sincerely, > Suzanne McDonald > President, Evansdale Neighborhood Association > > 1. Highlighted Evansdale Drive (Medical Center Drive) and small segment of Country Club Drive > <Medical Center Drive.tiff> > > Close up of Intersection of Country Club Drive and Medical Center Drive. > <country club drive.tiff>

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Fwd: WVU Construction & Police enforcement to be discussed Wed!!!
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Sep '13

30 Sep '13

FYI about this Wednesday's Traffic Commission meeting. Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: September 30, 2013 11:06:51 PM EDT > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mike Fike <micynster(a)gmail.com>, Kim Hartsell <Kim.Hartsell(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Debbie Cain <sunnybeewv(a)gmail.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dan Harris <harrisda(a)wvuhealthcare.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Bill Kawecki <wm_a_kawecki(a)comcast.net>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bobbi Sykes <rsykes(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com>, Carol Rotruck <ccrotruck(a)aol.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Maria Brann <Maria.Brann(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net> > Cc: kellygurka(a)gmail.com, Matthew Gurka <matthewgurka(a)gmail.com>, Mary Gainer <marygainer(a)yahoo.com>, Peter Wentzel <wentzelp(a)gmail.com> > Subject: WVU Construction & Police enforcement to be discussed Wed!!! > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > All - > Please find attached this Wednesday's Traffic Commission agenda. There are two items of critical importance to the Pedestrian Safety Board: 1) an update from WVU Construction; and 2) speeding/pedestrian behavior & enforcement. > > I strongly encourage you all to attend and briefly talk about your specific concerns/observations/reasons for interest in the issue. I may stir the pot a bit, but work toward a plan of action of course. We start at 6:30 at City Council chambers on Spruce Street. > > Mike B, Regina, and/or Jan - want to speak about the Willey Street temporary sidewalk closure and ADA issues during public comments at the beginning of the meeting? > Maria - want to send any students to remind folks about some key highlights from their study that may inform enforcement? > Kelly, Matt, Peter, Mary - want to reinforce the powerful message you presented at last month's meeting? > > It's time to speak much more often and much more loudly. Lives are at stake. > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantownwv.gov/government/advisory-boards/pedestrian-safety-bo…

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Board Meeting, October 3
by Chip Wamsley 30 Sep '13

30 Sep '13

I agree with Frank's list and will be there. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent: 9/30/2013 12:00:16 PM To: "Gunnar Shogren" <gshogren(a)gmail.com> Cc: "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Board Meeting, October 3 I plan to attend. Following are topics that I would like to suggest for the agenda in addition to those items that I suppose will be addressed when we review the action items and on-going projects. 1. Dry run of Oct. 29 presentation to CC COW. Desired outcome: ideas for improving the 5-minute presentation. 2. How has BB's work increased bicycle use and how implementing the Bicycle Plan will increase bicycle use (continued from last meeting). Desired outcome: content that shows that we're increasing bicycle use. 3. Allstate funding opportunity. Desired outcome: committee formed to draft proposal(s) 4. Sun. Oct. 20th ride with legislators in Charleston. Desired outcome: BB members participate and show legislators why WVCC wants to repeal FTR and MSP and add 4-foot passing law. 5. Thu. Oct. 24th WVCC Board of Directors meeting in Richwood. Desired outcome: BB members participate and enable WVCC BOD members and lobbyist (Gary Zuckett) to update legislative agenda for 2014. 6. Sep. 19 BikePgh ProWalk/Pro Bike conference (Chip, Jonathan, Christiaan and Jenny went). Desired outcome: actions that we can take to be more effective 7. Sep. 19 presentation to Morgantown Green Team. Desired outcome: understanding what will happen next. 8. Sep. 26 Roadway Safety Audit webinar. Who participated in it? How was it? Desired outcome: plan to conduct RSAs here. 9. Sep. 18 presentation to Region VI Planning and Development Council. Desired outcome: plan to collaborate to obtain grants. Frank On Sep 30, 2013, at 8:16 AM, Gunnar Shogren wrote: > And a fine Monday morning it is. > > Who all is going to be there? > > Any items that you would like added to the agenda for the meeting this Thursday? > So far I have- > Report from MAP 21 Workshop & create list of projects to apply for, > lead by Traci > > I am happy to report that I have a bag of Candy Corn Oreos. They go > great w/ coffee! > > _______________________________________________ > 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

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Bike Board Meeting, October 3
by Gunnar Shogren 30 Sep '13

30 Sep '13

And a fine Monday morning it is. Who all is going to be there? Any items that you would like added to the agenda for the meeting this Thursday? So far I have- Report from MAP 21 Workshop & create list of projects to apply for, lead by Traci I am happy to report that I have a bag of Candy Corn Oreos. They go great w/ coffee!

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Campus cycling
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

This UC Davis cycling education video is entertaining enough (at least for me) to pop a beer and watch after your ride tonight: http://vimeo.com/75059452 . I especially got a kick out of the roundabout at 9:00 minutes in. Would be cool to put on Morgantown public access TV to educate residents how to use a roundabout. It was also fun to see how a bicycle friendly campus works. Frank

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Action Items and Minutes
by Traci Knabenshue 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

Hi All, Action items are here and the minutes from September 5th are attached. As I was quite late this last meeting, my minutes suffered a bit. Can you help me fill in the correct information where I have highlighted information? (Thanks in advance.) Chip, Frank, Gunnar 216. reconvene parking committee to place remaining bike loop Gunnar 222. Add 'Broadening Bike Board Positions' to September agenda Traci 223. Find out if any WVU sustainability interns are interested in serving on the BB Damien 224. Organize a meeting between city officials and BB to discuss the Law & Order article that will include Damien, someone from the city manager's office, the police chief, Chip, Gunnar, and Traci Frank 229. Find sharrow data and send to Jing and Damien Damien 230. Talk to Fred about BFC sign Chip 231. Supply signs for BFB Chip 232. Add web address to the BFB sticker and send to BB Frank 233. Send Chip the code for the Bike PGH conference Frank 234. Send reminder email about MAP 21 event and who is going Damien 235. Pull counts from his counters and send to BB Jing 236. Send information to BB about October traffic counts and send a list of other suggested intersections for counts Frank 237. Ask Tom Arnold if he measures the use of the racks on parking meters Traci 238. Will modify the wording of membership definitions to broaden it and share with BB Traci 239. Email BB to ask who is interested in meeting with Clement Solomon at WVU Frank, Traci, Gunnar 240. Get the unused bike rack by rail trail near the Shell station downtown and donate to South Middle Gunnar 241. Contact Derek to get his parking map for Jing Damien 242. Contact Dave Bruffy to see if he has the parking map as well Traci 243. Send Jing the WVU bike parking map Frank 242. Email the Connecting Communities info to the BB See you next week! Traci Knabenshue Conservation Specialist Facilities Management West Virginia University 304.293.9500 traci.knabenshue(a)mail.wvu.edu<mailto:traci.knabenshue@mail.wvu.edu> www.wecan.wvu.edu

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Action Items and what-not
by Gunnar Shogren 24 Sep '13

24 Sep '13

Good fine Fall day all! Traci did you ever send out the Action Items after the September meeting? Anyone have an update on how our friend Marilyn is doing? Sure is nice out. #brrr

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Fwd: Announcement of the Opening of the FY 2014 WVDOH Non-Traditional Grant Programs Application Process
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Sep '13

23 Sep '13

This was the source of our education grant, our only grant so far. We should apply. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: September 23, 2013, 12:37:03 PM EDT > To: <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, <director(a)moncpc.org>, "'Allen Sharp'" <scmayor(a)comcast.net>, <gvmayor(a)comcast.net>, <mayordave(a)comcast.net> > Subject: FW: Announcement of the Opening of the FY 2014 WVDOH Non-Traditional Grant Programs Application Process > > For your information if you did not receive the email below. > > Subject: Announcement of the Opening of the FY 2014 WVDOH Non-Traditional Grant Programs Application Process > Importance: High > > Everyone – > > This email is to announce the opening of the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) non-traditional grant application process for FY 2014. Intent-to-Apply/Applications will be accepted for the Transportation Alternatives (TA) (formerly the Transportation Enhancement [TE]) and Recreational Trails Programs (RTP) through the on-line application process. As many of you are aware, the Safe Routes to Schools program was discontinued under the new federal transportation bill, MAP-21, but those types of projects are now eligible under the TA program. Please take some time to familiarize yourself with the eligible categories of the TA program (http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/map21/tap.cfm), as they differ from the Transportation Enhancement eligible categories. > > The on-line application process is now accessible for new and returning applicants. The dates of the application process are: > > September 9, 2013 – Official opening of the application system > December 13, 2013 – Last day to submit an Intent-to-Apply > March14, 2014 – Last day to submit an application > > The most important changes in the programs concern the use of consultant architect/engineering services. In reaction to the Federal Highway Administration’s concern about proper consultant selection procedures, the WVDOH has advertised and selected consulting firms to be utilized on non-tradition grant program projects. Using these firms already selected by the WVDOH will take the burden off of sponsors for compliance with the competitive selection process. While there are provisions for the utilization of Force Account engineering services and, in select cases, of the sponsors going through the competitive selection process on their own, the expectation will be that a sponsor needing engineering services will be required to use an engineering firm from the WVDOH listing. > > In addition, the sponsor will be required to supply the twenty percent (20%) cash match for the engineer expenses anticipated from the project. For example, let’s say the total project costs are $100,000. The fee for design and construction oversight is $20,000. The sponsor will be required to submit $4,000 in cash as the 80/20 match for the engineering ($16,000+$4,000=$20,000) whether they choose the cash match option for the construction expenses or not. The reason for this is the consultant, though expected to work with the sponsor, is under contract to and will bill the WVDOH. The WVDOH will pay the consultant out of the grant project funding and will need the 20% match for the engineering on-hand to fully pay the consultant’s fees. > > Please be aware that this is a key element of the process – if your project needs consultant services, the inability to match engineering costs with cash may result in the ineligibility of your FY2014 application or cancellation of a awarded project using FY2014 funding. > > FY 2014 is the first year that the use of the on-call consultants will be required. However, as many of you know from FY2012 scope of work meetings, the on-calls are available and encouraged for sponsor’s usage for FY2012/2013 (and earlier projects if relevant), but they are not required. However, the cash match requirement will apply if the sponsor selects to use the on-call consultants on a pre-2014 project. > > On projects that use Force Account or Youth Corps labor, be aware that a new process is in place where the sponsor must complete a justification, including calculations, that the Force Account/Youth Corp provides a clear cost effective advantage to the project. Forms for developing this justification are available from the WVDOH. > > If you have questions concerning the application process, please contact Rhonda Banks at (304) 558-9606 or Rhonda.C.Banks(a)wv.gov. If you have any question about the usage of on-call consultants, you may contact me at (304) 558-9615 or Bill.C.Robinson(a)wv.gov. > > > William C. Robinson > Grant Administration Unit Leader > State Trail Coordinator > Chairman, West Virginia Recreational Trails Advisory Board > > Grant Administration Unit > Planning Section > Program Planning and Administration Division > Division of Highways > West Virginia Department of Transportation > 1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East > Building 5, Room 863 > Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430 > (304)558-9615 (304) 558-3783 (fax) > bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov > "Two roads diverged in a wood and I - > I took the one less traveled by, > And that has made all the difference." > - Robert Frost > > > Rhonda C. Banks > Ms. Rhonda C. Banks > Project Manager - Community Development Specialist II > WV Dept. of Transportation > Division of Highways > Program Planning and Administration Division > Grants Administration Unit > Building 5, Room 863 > 1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East > Charleston, WV 25305 > Rhonda.C.Banks(a)wv.gov > Phone: (304) 558-9606 > Fax: (304) 558-3783 > >

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Bicycle counter
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Sep '13

21 Sep '13

Iteris enhanced its entire Vantage video detection product line with the SmartCycle™ algorithm in January of this year. This game-changing innovation for bicycle detection (and, yes, counting) differentially detects bicycles apart from all other vehicles approaching the intersection (or, in the case of a dedicated bike path, approaching the sensor). Since the detection is visual, it detects carbon fiber bikes just the same as the "old" bikes that the rest of us use (ha!). If you have a signalized intersection anywhere along the route where you want to count bicycles, installing any one of the Vantage family of video detection systems at that intersection will give you the capability to count bicycles as a secondary benefit of the system. Of course, the primary benefit is safety - the ability to have one or more separate phase call outputs (extend-time if needed to give a last-car-passage type of result) issued by the Vantage detector when it detects a bicycle. Also, the bicycle detection zone (or zones) can be placed anywhere on the approach; bikes no longer need to be corralled into a "special" spot or a special lane. Check the SmartCycle webpage athttp://www.iteris.com/products/processors/smartcycle for more details and FAQs. Claremont, CA is one of our early adopters that now has dozens of intersections equipped with SmartCycle. You could probably reach out to them for operational feedback. ------------------------------------------- Glenn Grayson P.E. Mktg Mgr - ITS Applications Iteris, Inc. ... see our website for SmartCycle, the game-changer for bicycle detection Las Vegas NV geg(a)iteris.com LinkedIn =www.linkedin.com/company/iteris-inc. Twitter = @Iteris (https://twitter.com/Iteris) YouTube = Iteris Transportation Management Solutions (https://www.youtube.com/user/IterisSolutions) Facebook = Iteris Transportation Management Solutions (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Iteris-Transportation-Management-Solutions/2… ------------------------------------------- Iteris | Products www.iteris.com Cyclists are becoming more prevalent across the country and extra phase time is needed to allow them...

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Fwd: PBIC News: Free Webinar on Bicycle Road Safety Audits
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Sep '13

21 Sep '13

Dear BB members, I highly encourage you to attend this webinar next Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013, 2:00 p.m. — 3:30 p.m. In it you will learn the FHWA's method for assessing roadways and other bicycle facilities for safety. Most of the BB's work involves us assessing roadway and other facility safety for bicyclists. This webinar can increase our competence at that. I have registered for it but when it is being conducted, I will be in the Navigating MAP-21 workshop in Charleston. I have missed previous webinars and watched the recordings later but they're not as good. So, I hope some of you will attend and tell us what you learned from it. I found this: http://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/ped_bike/tools_solve/fhwasa12018/ which is a comprehensive and excellent report on Roadway Safety Audits. It could be a valuable read-ahead for the webinar. As I agreed at our last BB meeting, I delivered a presentation on Safe Routes to School to the Green Team last Thursday. You can see the presentation at https://www.dropbox.com/s/i90rbd4j7b2zg94/SRTStoGreenTeam.pdf . I also recommended to the Green Team that they learn how to do roadway safety audits. The RSA webinar offers an opportunity for the BB and Green Team to gain competence together and to collaborate efficiently and effectively to achieve Safe Routes to School. Looks like a week of beautiful weather coming up so maybe you'll tire yourself out riding and need some recovery that attending the webinar can provide:) Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "PBIC News" <PBIC_News(a)mail.vresp.com> > Date: September 17, 2013 1:49:33 PM EDT > To: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com > Subject: PBIC News: Free Webinar on Bicycle Road Safety Audits > Reply-To: "PBIC News" <reply-6ae82389fa-d07fa7ea7a-5474(a)u.cts.vresp.com> > > > > Sept. 17, 2013 > > Free Webinar on Conducting Bicycle Road Safety Audits > > CHAPEL HILL, NC — The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) is pleased to announce the next free Webinar in its Livable Communities Webinar Series: > > Bicycle RSA: How to Counduct Road Safety Audits and How to Use Them to Promote Bicyclist Safety > Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013 > 2:00 p.m. — 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time > > To register, please visit: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/513101490. > > This presentation will cover consideration of bicyclists in the Road Safety Audit process and review some successful applications of this process that lead to improved conditions for cyclists. > > An RSA is a formal safety examination of an existing or future roadway or off-road facility and is conducted by an independent, experienced, multidisciplinary team. The presentation will describe the content of the Federal Highway Administration's Bicycle Road Safety Audit Guidelines and Prompt Lists, which provide transportation agencies and RSA teams with a better understanding of the safety of cyclists in the transportation system when conducting an RSA. > > These guidelines present the RSA team with an overview of basic principles of the safety of cyclists and potential issues affecting cyclists. They also provide information on how to conduct an RSA and effectively assess the safety of cyclists. Prompt lists describe safety considerations when conducting a cyclist-specific RSA. These guidelines will help RSA teams evaluate and suggest a multimodal approach to safety by improving the safety of cyclists and all roadway users. > > Speakers include Dan Nabors, PE, a senior transportation engineer at VHB, and Bill Desantis, PE, corporate director for bicycle transportation planning and design at VHB. > > PBIC offers free, public Webinars approximately every 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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revised bike friendly business door sign with website
by Chip Wamsley 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n Here is the new proof of the bicycle friendly business sticker we chose with the addition of the bicycle board web url, superimposed on the right side of the M. The stickers will be roughly 5x7". Any comments? Chip

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Fwd: October TC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

Please reply by Friday with any items you'd like considered by the Traffic Commission. I'd like to see a on what has been done or is being done to apprehend the motorist that struck a cyclist at the Deckers Creek crossing of Carnegie St in June. I'd also like a report on the Mon Blvd. Bicycle Climbing Lane. At the last TC meeting, I suggested that the TC discuss reorganizing and refocussing so that it actually accomplishes something. A substantive discussion ensued and Chairman Nutter said we would continue the discussion at the October meeting so I will also remind Damien that that should be on the agenda. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: September 18, 2013 1:48:12 PM EDT > To: micynster(a)gmail.com, cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu, david.mckain(a)gmail.com, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, lisa k mardis <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com>, normawyant(a)comcast.net, Susan Sullivan <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Bethany Sypolt <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Linda Little <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, William Wyant <wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org, Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: October TC Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Please send me and Chairman Nutter any items you would like to discuss at next months meeting by the end of the week so that we can begin to work on the agenda. Thank you. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > >

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Fwd: Traffic Commission question
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

FYI. Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Roy Nutter" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: September 18, 2013 11:45:18 AM EDT > To: "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: <psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us>, <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, <normawyant(a)comcast.net>, <christophergluck(a)gmail.com>, <david.mckain(a)gmail.com>, <j4im3s(a)gmail.com>, <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com>, <micynster(a)gmail.com>, <wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Julie Thalman" <Julie.Thalman(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <rnutter(a)wvu.edu> > Subject: Traffic Commission question > > Jeff: > just following up from our last meeting, September. TC asked what is happening on the Bike Lane for Mon Blvd. The answer seems to be that it has been stuck in City Hall for a couple of years! > > I believe this passed Traffic Commission in about 2009, was passed by council, was approved by DoH, was funded by DoH and City. Meetings with DoH were completed maybe in 2011 that ended awaiting the City to finish an agreement with WVU on operation of the lane during basketball games. WVU has agreed in writing several times as I recall but the City apparently has not completed its part of the plan and submitted it to DoH. I think, the City agreed to do the signage for the lane but it has never happened. > > Can we get this off of someone's desk and get it moving? > > Last Fall we were told OK but "it is now too late in the year to do it." > > It is now a year later and agreement is still not done and sent to DoH and the signage has not been installed. > > Please? > > thanks... > Roy Nutter > Chair, Morgantown Traffic Commission > > > > Roy S Nutter, Jr., Ph.D., P.E. > West Virginia University > Dept of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering > POB 6109 > Morgantown, WV 26506-6109 > Tel: 304-293-9131 > Fax: 304-293-8602 > > >

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Changelab Report on Using Policy to Create Bicycle Friendly Communities
by Emily Vasile 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

Hello Bike Board, Thought you all would appreciate this report, Getting the Wheels Rolling: A Guide to Using Policy to Create Bicycle Friendly Communities<http://changelabsolutions.org/sites/default/files/Getting_the_Wheels_Rollin…>. Check out the infographic on pp. 14-15, really puts things in perspective. The resources at the end offer support for things we already have in the bike plan and the need for more data, policy ideas, etc. I haven't taken a super close look but plan to. Emily

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Fwd: Next Week’s Meeting re: Greater PGH Transportation
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Sep '13

12 Sep '13

As I said in the message that I sent you last Friday after our BB meeting, > We can form alliances and learn much from other participants because Pgh has pulled way ahead of us in bicycle friendliness. There are 4 concurrent workshops so it would be good to have 4 BB members attending. > > AFAIK, Jenny Selin is the only person from Mgtn attending. I thank her for getting an invitation sent to me. If I weren't having oral surgery that day, and if I weren't making a SRTS presentation to the Green Team that evening, I'd definitely go. It's free. There will be great free food and a nice ride at the end and attending gets you into the international conference next year. Who's going? Begin forwarded message: > From: Pro Walk/Pro Bike & City of Pittsburgh <mark(a)bikewalk.org> > Date: September 12, 2013 4:59:02 PM EDT > To: <Frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Next Week’s Meeting re: Greater PGH Transportation > Reply-To: Pro Walk/Pro Bike & City of Pittsburgh <mark(a)bikewalk.org> > > An invitation to the 2013 Greater PGH Active Transportation Summit. > View this email in your browser > > Don't Miss Out - Pro Walk/Pro Bike/Pro Place 2013 > We still have room for you to join the over 200 senior representatives of close to 150 jurisdictions, departments, companies, and organizations with a stake in active transportation signed up for the Pro Walk/Pro Place/Pro Place 2013, Moving People Forward Summit. It’s free and it’s next Thursday, September 19 at Carnegie Mellon University. > > It will be a true summit, a day of open exchange, learning, networking, and commitment to improve walking, biking, and public places in the Pittsburgh region. It’s a meeting of people like you who make things happen! But you must register now. > > The nationally renowned, Founder of Streetsblog, Mark Gorton, will keynote. The speaker roster of includes: > Rich Fitzgerald, Allegheny County Executive > Mario Browne, Director for Health Sciences Diversity,U of Pittsburgh > Scott Bricker, Executive Director, Bike Pittsburgh > Linda Boxx, President, Allegheny Trail Alliance > Robert Ogilvie, VP for Strategic Engagement, ChangeLab Solutions > Darren Flusche, Policy Director, League of American Bicyclists > Kim Collins, President, South Side Chamber of Commerce > Gary Toth, Senior Director, Transportation Initiatives, Project for Public Spaces > The morning presentations will set the national and regional context and the afternoon workshops will help you turn ideas into action. Workshops include: > Complete Streets: Working with your DOT > Placemaking: Connecting Trails and Economic Development > Oakland Neighborhood Walking Tour > Planning 101 for Walking and Biking > Show Me the Money: Finding Funding for Active Transportation Projects > Click here for the complete list of afternoon workshops (space limited in some sessions). > > A bonus reason to participate: everyone who attends Pro Walk/Pro Bike/Pro Place 2013 automatically becomes eligible to attend the international conference, Pro Walk/Pro Bike Pro Place, to be held in Pittsburgh, September 8-11, 2014. > > Limited time remains, so register today. Please use code MOVE2013D when prompted. > > For more information: Stephen Patchan, Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator, City of Pittsburgh, Department of City Planning at 412-393-0154 or stephen.patchan(a)pittsburghpa.gov > > Copyright © 2013 Project for Public Spaces, PPS, All rights reserved. > You are receiving this email from PPS on behalf of the Pro Walk/Pro Bike 2014 Local Host Committee. > > Our mailing address is: > Project for Public Spaces, PPS > 419 Lafayette St, 7th Fl > New York, NY 10003 > > Add us to your address book > > > unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences > >

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Green Night flyer
by Barbara 10 Sep '13

10 Sep '13

Hi all, The flyer for the Sept 19 Green Night is attached. Please send to people or groups who might be interested, and post on bulliten boards. Thank you! Barbara Walker 304-614-8050

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Wheelbases
by Gunnar Shogren 09 Sep '13

09 Sep '13

Good day. Wheelbases of various 2 wheeled vehicles I have- 35-37" Most BMX 20" bikes 40" Most CX & Rd bikes 44" 26" cruiser 42-45" 29er MTBs 40" Honda Trail 70 (probably similar size to small scooter and/or mopeds) 50" Honda Trail 90 52" Honda CB200, small street bike 52" Yamaha RD400, street bike 57" Yamaha IT175, dirt bike 58" Suzuki DRZ250, dirt bike Hope this is useful to someone.

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Fwd: September 19: Green Night at the Library:
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Sep '13

09 Sep '13

Here's the info on the Green Team's Safe Routes to School meeting that Barbara Walker described at last week's BB meeting. I hope many BB members will attend because, as we learned in last week's SRTS webinar http://tinyurl.com/nuoably and as Matt Watson clearly demonstrated to us, engaging the middle school students with their parents' support will get SRTS done. At this 9/17 meeting, we will have the opportunity to collaborate with the Green Team and the Pedestrian Safety Board to understand and leverage each other's plans and ideas and increase our momentum to accomplish our SRTS plan. Begin forwarded message: > From: Pamela Cubberly <pamela(a)cubberly.net> > Date: September 8, 2013 6:35:53 PM EDT > To: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, carney(a)netl.doe.gov, mchrist(a)labs.net, Stanley Cohen <scohen(a)wvu.edu>, crossnyc(a)hotmail.com, Susanchris(a)frontier.com, mary ann emery <maryannemery(a)hotmail.com>, jwf24(a)cornell.edu, kfurbee(a)yahoo.com, Evan Hansen <ehansen(a)downstreamstrategies.com>, rosesbloom92(a)gmail.com, squeakums9(a)yahoo.com, kjkauffmanwv(a)hotmail.com, Caroline Keicher <caroline.keicher(a)gmail.com>, Jane.Lefevre(a)mail.wvu.edu, garthlinknley(a)yahoo.com, reilram(a)frontier.com, cedar12(a)live.com, oberhauser.ann(a)gmail.com, pegreesewv(a)gmail.com, PattySlagel(a)yahoo.com, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, gcj2011(a)yahoo.com, annette.tanner(a)gmail.com, liz_wiles(a)comcast.net, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, brian(a)mtvsolar.com, Amanda.Griffith(a)mail.wvu.edu, ahi(a)arthurdaleheritage.org, admin(a)accawv.org, mwise(a)boparc.org, Marissa Travinski <mtravinski(a)boparc.org>, Brooke Oneil <boneil(a)boparc.org>, mail(a)chestnutridgepark.com, ranger_bmiller(a)yahoo.com, Bill Wonderlin <bill.wonderlin(a)gmail.com>, pjhunt(a)xemaps.com, adamzapple88(a)gmail.com, duane330(a)aol.com, achester(a)wvu.edu, donnaweems(a)rocketmail.com, kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com, Elizabeth Wiles <Liz(a)deckerscreek.org>, Martin Christ <Martin(a)DeckersCreek.org>, Doug(a)DeckersCreek.org, Amanda Pitzer <amanda(a)cheat.org>, bpenn(a)citynet.net, crervin(a)assessor.state.wv.us, flipster54(a)comcast.net, Barbara Watkins <barb(a)downtownmorgantown.com>, tmski44(a)aol.com, kaybeamer1(a)aol.com, MNCoordinator(a)wvdnr.gov, jmaple moncoswa <jmaple.moncoswa(a)gmail.com>, moncountyswa(a)gmail.com, cliff.harvey(a)mail.wvu.edu, Lisa Lagana <lisa.lagana2(a)gmail.com>, mmaupin(a)cityofmorgantown.org, Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu, baustin(a)moncpc.org, fgmeindl(a)gmail.com, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, freesource(a)cheat.org, edfrohnae(a)aol.com, john.snodgrass(a)comcast.net, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Terry Bronson <bronsonwv(a)GMAIL.COM>, LeJay Graffious <lejaygraffious(a)gmail.com>, solcott(a)frontiernet.net, Vicky Shears <vshears(a)comcast.net>, Peggy Pings <mpings(a)wvu.edu>, info(a)positivespin.org, info(a)prickettsfort.org, director(a)prickettsfort.org, bpallay(a)comcast.net, wallace.venable(a)mail.wvu.edu, david.weaver(a)aecom.com, frankjernejcic(a)wvdnr.gov, dcsoinks(a)comcast.net, Anne Cumming <anne.cumming.fs(a)gmail.com>, Victoria D -FS Evans <vevans(a)fs.fed.us>, sclark03(a)fs.fed.us, george(a)wvbg.org, Erin.M.Riebe(a)wv.gov, Dave.Saville(a)mail.wvu.edu, patrick.kirby(a)mail.wvu.edu, raptor(a)wvrrc.org, Mary Davis <mdavis(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, James Kotcon <jkotcon(a)wvu.edu>, troutguy2(a)frontier.com, Michael.costello(a)wvwild.org, Jonathan Weems <jweems(a)wvu.edu>, Doug Arbogast <doug(a)travelgreenappalachia.com>, oberhauser.ann(a)gmail.co, suzmcd(a)frontier.com, wvubassoon(a)hotmail.com, Andrea.Soccorsi(a)mail.wvu.edu, harshbargerd(a)wvuhealthcare.com, South Park Association of Neighbors <spanwv(a)yahoo.com>, SuncrestNA(a)gmail.com, president(a)wileshill-highlandpark.org, hartmand(a)comcast.net, devineconstllc(a)gmail.com > Subject: September 19: Green Night at the Library: > > The Morgantown Municipal Green Team announces the first in its 2013-14 series of Green Nights at the Library in the following news release and attached flyer suitable for posting. We appreciate your publicizing this event on Thursday, September 19. For more information, contact Barbara Walker at breadwords(a)yahoo.com. > > From: The Morgantown Municipal GreenTeam > For immediate release > Uphill Both Ways? Safe and Sustainable Student Transportation for Morgantown > A Green Night at the Library, 9/19/13 at the Morgantown Public Library > Tired of sitting in the car-rider line to drop off your child at school? Concerned about the environmental impact of traffic congestion in Morgantown? Or maybe wishing you could do something about the childhood obesity rate in our community? Remember how kids used to get to school? Come to the library on Thursday, September 19, 6:00–7:30 pm for a conversation about how Morgantown students get to and from school. > This month’s Green Night at the Library will address the issue of reducing the environmental and health impacts of student transportation. The event is the first in a fall series of presentations and workshops sponsored by the Morgantown Municipal Green Team at the downtown public library. The Green Team advises the City of Morgantown on matters relating to sustainability in public policy, planning, education, departmental management, development, and environmental and energy-related issues. > Studies have shown that kids who walk or bike to school perform better in school. Getting more kids walking and biking to school will help address a significant community health issue: West Virginia has one of the highest rates of childhood obesity in the country. Creating routes so more students can safely walk or bike to school will reduce traffic congestion and reduce the number of cars idling in lines. > At the September event, representatives from the Pedestrian Safety Board (www.morgantownwv.gov/government/advisory-boards/pedestrian-safety-board) and the Bike Board (bikemorgantown.com) will speak about how the Pedestrian Safety Plan and the Bike Plan, approved by the City Council, will encourage and enable safe walking and biking to Morgantown schools. We’ll discuss what has been done, what is planned, next steps, and opportunities for citizen involvement. > Everyone is welcome to come and learn about the current state of school transportation in Morgantown and the vision for supporting student-powered transport. Students who would like to walk or bike to school are especially encouraged to attend. > The Green Team has planned two other fall workshops: On Saturday, October 12, the Tree Board will hold a Green Morning on native tree selection, pruning, and care as part of Morgantown’s celebration of Arbor Day and the Year of the Tree. On Thursday, November 14, Jeff Simcoe of Downstream Strategies and others will discuss the city-sponsored study to establish a baseline of city carbon emissions to enable the community to find ways to lower its energy use. > The downtown public library is located at 373 Spruce Street. Parking is available across the street and a nearby parking structure. For more information, contact Barbara Walker at breadwords(a)yahoo.com. > > Thank you, > > Pamela S. Cubberly > Cubberly & Associates > 703-218-5417 (tel) > 703-463-7643 (cell) > Pamela(a)Cubberly.net > LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/cubberly > Skype: pam.cubberly

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Fwd: BMX Stunt Show, Family Bike Ride, and more!
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Sep '13

07 Sep '13

Lots of fun stuff at Carnegie Science Center. Begin forwarded message: > From: Carnegie Science Center <membership(a)carnegiemuseums.org> > Date: September 7, 2013 7:00:46 AM EDT > To: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com > Subject: BMX Stunt Show, Family Bike Ride, and more! > Reply-To: Carnegie Science Center <membership(a)carnegiemuseums.org> > > Having trouble viewing this email? View it online. > > > > Panera Bread Family Health Expo and Bike Ride > Sept. 14 & 15 > Last chance to register for the Panera Bread Family Bike Ride (on Sept. 14 only)! And don't miss the Expo (all day Sept. 14 & 15), with more than two dozen vendors, health screenings, even yoga for kids! > > Sponsored by: > > > > > BMX Show > Oct. 5 > Experience a BMX Box Jump show featuring stunts that include 360s, tailwhips, backflip variations, and even front flips! > > > > > Café Sci > Sept. 9 > Dr. Illah Reza Nourbakhsh, director of the Community Robotics, Education, and Technology Empowerment (CREATE) lab, will discuss his new book Robot Futures. > > > > > SkyWatch Stargazing > Beginning Sept. 6 > SkyWatch is FREE on the same evening when you purchase a laser show or Omnimax ticket. SkyWatch tickets sold separately are $2. > > > > > Sponsored by: > > BIKES Food Drive > Sept. 9 – Oct. 4 > In celebration of National Hunger Action Month, 91.3 WYEP and 90.5 WESA are partnering with Carnegie Science Center and Dollar Bank to collect food donations for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank as part of a Bike to Feed Families event. > > > > > Sponsored by: > > 21+ Starry Nights > Oct. 4 > Join us for no-kids nights to explore exhibits, participate in science demos, listen to live music, enjoy a cash bar, and experience the Science Center in an adults-only atmosphere! > > > > > Munchkin Mondays > Select Mondays through October > Packed with themed activities, Munchkin Mondays feature story time, sing-alongs, make-and-takes, and theater shows for pint-sized visitors! > > > > > Special "Undaunted" Screenings > First Saturday of every month > See Dan Handley's hour-long documentary, "Undaunted: The Forgotten Giants of the Allegheny Observatory," at the Buhl Planetarium. > > > > > Book your holiday party! > Our North Shore location offers magnificent city views, convenient parking, awesome exhibits, and cool ideas for truly original events. > > > > > 3-2-1 Ride > Oct. 13 > Cyclists of all skill levels are invited to experience Pittsburgh's beautiful bike trails and scenic routes. All rides will start and end at the Science Center and will offer family-friendly activities, along with music, refreshments, and more! > > > Special Hours & Closings > Carnegie Science Center is closed Sunday, Sept. 22 and Sunday, Oct. 20. > > Miniature Railroad & Village closes on Sept. 30 and reopens Nov. 29. > > > Special Offers & Discounts > > BIKES Food Drive Discount > Sept. 28 > Carnegie Science Center will offer a $2 off general admission discount to each person bringing a food donation for the BIKES Food Drive. > > > > > Sponsored by: > > Lincoln Test Drive > Oct. 5 from 10 am – 5 pm > Get behind the wheel! Lincoln will make a contribution to Carnegie Science Center for every test drive. > > > > Copyright 2013 Carnegie Science Center. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy > One Allegheny Avenue | Pittsburgh, PA 15212 | 412.237.3400 > > > Privacy policy | Change email preferences | Unsubscribe from Carnegie Museums email >

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Fwd: Don’t Miss the Summit: Pro Walk/Pro Bike/Pro Place 2013
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Sep '13

06 Sep '13

At last night's BB meeting, I took an action item to send the BB info on the 9/19 Greater Pgh Active Transportation Summit at Carnegie Mellon University. See http://pwpb2013.eventbrite.com/ for more detailed info. We can form alliances and learn much from other participants because Pgh has pulled way ahead of us in bicycle friendliness. There are 4 concurrent workshops so it would be good to have 4 BB members attending. AFAIK, Jenny Selin is the only person from Mgtn attending. I thank her for getting an invitation sent to me. I think anyone could use the invitation code, MOVE20123C to register. I can't go but I'd love to. I'd especially like to join the after workshop ride! Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Pro Walk/Pro Bike & City of Pittsburgh <mark(a)bikewalk.org> > Date: September 3, 2013 4:43:29 PM EDT > To: <Frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Don’t Miss the Summit: Pro Walk/Pro Bike/Pro Place 2013 > Reply-To: Pro Walk/Pro Bike & City of Pittsburgh <mark(a)bikewalk.org> > > An invitation to the 2013 Greater PGH Active Transportation Summit. > View this email in your browser > > Pro Walk/Pro Bike/Pro Place 2013 – Register before it's too late > We are three weeks away from Pro Walk/Pro Bike/Pro Place 2013 - Moving Pittsburgh Forward– September 19th, at Carnegie Mellon University. This free, invitation only, active transportation summit will be a day of open exchange, learning, networking, and commitment to action. Join us as we plan for more and better walking, biking, and places in the Pittsburgh region. > > Our keynote speaker Mark Gorton, Founder of Streetsblog will inspire you. The speaker roster of regional and national leaders includes: > Rich Fitzgerald, Allegheny County Executive > Mario Browne, U of Pittsburgh, Office of Health Sciences Diversity > Scott Bricker, Bike Pittsburgh > Linda Boxx, Allegheny Trail Alliance > Robert Ogilvie, ChangeLab Solutions > Darren Flusche, League of American Bicyclists > Kim Collins, South Side Chamber of Commerce > Gary Toth, Project for Public Spaces > > The morning presentations will set the national and regional context and the afternoon workshops will help you turn ideas into action. Workshops include: > Complete Streets: Working with your DOT > Placemaking: Connecting Trails and Economic Development > Oakland Neighborhood Walking Tour > Planning 101 for Walking and Biking > Show Me the Money: Finding Funding for Active Transportation Projects > > Click here for the complete list of afternoon workshops. > > A bonus reason to participate: everyone who attends Pro Walk/Pro Bike/Pro Place 2013 automatically becomes eligible to attend the international conference, Pro Walk/Pro Bike Pro Place, to be held in Pittsburgh, September 8-11, 2014. > > Space is limited, so register today. Please use code MOVE2013C when prompted. > > For more information: Stephen Patchan, Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator, City of Pittsburgh, Department of City Planning at 412-393-0154 or stephen.patchan(a)pittsburghpa.gov > > Copyright © 2013 Project for Public Spaces, PPS, All rights reserved. > You are receiving this email from PPS on behalf of the Pro Walk/Pro Bike 2014 Local Host Committee. > > Our mailing address is: > Project for Public Spaces, PPS > 419 Lafayette St, 7th Fl > New York, NY 10003 > > Add us to your address book > > > unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences > >

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WVCC plans
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Sep '13

06 Sep '13

At last night's BB meeting, I took an action item to send you WV Connecting Communities status and plans. Please see message below from Kasey Russell, WVCC Executive Director. Upcoming WVCC activities: Sep. 26: MAP-21 funding workshop in Charleston presented by Advocacy Advance Oct. 20: ride with key WV legislators in Charleston Oct. 24: WVCC board meeting 4 pm in Richwood with bike ride the following day. I have also attached the "Call for Membership" letter mentioned below and a document describing membership levels. (WVVCC hasn't sent these out yet because they're working on enabling on-line joining and paying.) Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: September 2, 2013 11:05:31 AM EDT > To: "Strawn, Dennis A" <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, Gail Pitchford <gail.pitchford(a)camc.org>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, Craig Slaughter <craig.slaughter(a)wvimb.org>, John Francis <johncfrancis13(a)gmail.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Andrea Salina <andreathompson31(a)gmail.com> > Cc: Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcag.org>, Greg Garrett <gagarrett(a)gmail.com>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: update > > WV Connecting Communities > Membership Drive and more, Fall 2013 > > Membership Drive: Last week I met with Dr. Rahul Gupta, Membership Chair. Dr. Gupta and I mostly brainstormed on potential targets here in Charleston. I am hoping that each of you can review this list and pick 5-10 entities in your community that are likely WVCC members. The plan is for each board member (or anyone interested in helping us grow) to make the initial contact and arrange a meeting. I will travel to you and we will attend the meetings together. > > Here are some potential “targets”: bike shops, hospitals, banks, law firms (especially ones that are known to represent cyclists), hotels and bed and breakfasts, and restaurants (on rails-trails, etc.). > We also would like to meet with statewide health advocacy groups, county commissions, the state board of education, medical schools, Center for Rural Health, public health associations, extension services, and municipalities (either Mayor or City Manager). Please let me know if you have good contacts and are willing to arrange a meeting with any of these entities. Or, maybe you have other ideas – send them my way! > > Our goal is to have 115 paying WVCC members by April 2014. > > I have received two membership checks. Greg Garrett and Gail Pitchford are official!! Thanks Greg and Gail for your donations. > > Dennis Strawn has written a great “Call for Membership” letter. I will be sending the letter out tomorrow as soon as I get our PO Box #. Please distribute this letter to anyone you think will join WVCC. > > In other WVCC news: > > I also met with Gail Pitchford, Vice President, last week. We mostly discussed soliciting national businesses that have something to do with cycling, such as Canondale, Huffy, etc. and grant opportunities with local and regional foundations, like Benedum and the Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation. I will be doing the follow up work from our meeting during my regularly scheduled office hours at WV Citizen Action Group every Tuesday from 10-2. > > The Legislative Bike Ride on Sunday, Oct. 20th is a go! Our local bike shops here in Charleston have agreed to let us use some of their bikes. Delegate Tim Manchin, Finance Chair, and Senator Plymale are IN! The Charleston Police are happy to help. I will be developing the invite shortly and hope that each of you can personally send to your representatives. > > Our next Board Meeting is October 24th at 4:00 p.m. in Richwood. We are meeting during the Create WV conference in hopes that some of the attendees will join our effort. Dennis and I really hope you all can join us! Please let me know if you are able to or not. Also, WVCC is leading a bike ride and a walk on Friday at 3:30, also in Richwood. > > Patrick Donovan and Andrea Salina have been researching the WV Cycling License Plate. As of right now, we are waiting for a response on whether or not money collected from the plate can go to a special "Cycling/Ped fund" inside the Road Fund. We will keep you posted. > > I hope you all are enjoying your Labor Day. I’m working J. > Kasey > > > > > > > > >

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Fwd: Please spread the word: Navigating MAP-21 workshop is coming to Charleston, WV on September 26
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Sep '13

06 Sep '13

At last night's BB meeting, I took an action item to send you info on 9/26 workshop in Charleston on getting MAP-21 funds. Below is the info. So far, I think I, Christiaan, Traci and Ella Belling (Director of Mon River Trails Conservancy) will attend so I think you could carpool. I encourage all BB members to attend because this workshop can very efficiently enable us to identify funding sources that offer a high probability of giving us money and will very efficiently show us what we must do to get it. Please register for this event and reply-to-all with your intent to attend so we can coordinate. Also, let me know if you're interested in riding down. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Nicole Wynands <nicole(a)bikeleague.org> > Date: January 15, 2013 12:00:44 PM EST > To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Please spread the word: Navigating MAP-21 workshop is coming to Charleston, WV on September 26 > > Dear Frank, > > Advocacy Advance, a partnership between the League of American Bicyclists and the Alliance for Biking and Walking, is hosting a > > Navigating MAP-21 Workshop > on September 26, 2013 > in Charleston, WV > Hosted by West Virginia Cycling Foundation and Regional Intergovernmental Council > Register for this event » > The workshop is designed to provide the knowledge, skills and resources to access untapped or under-utilized federal funding sources at the state, regional and local level to build bicycling and walking infrastructure and programs. > > With a focus on the new transportation bill, Navigating MAP-21 Workshop participants will learn how to maximize funding in the new Transportation Alternatives program and utilize all MAP-21 funding programs for bicycle and pedestrian projects at the state and local levels. > > Who should attend? > > Navigating MAP-21 Workshops are intended to bring together: > > Bicycle and pedestrian advocates > Government agency staff > Elected officials > How long is the training? > > Navigating MAP-21 Workshops are one day. > > How much does it cost? > > Navigating MAP-21 Workshops are offered for free, thanks to the generous support of SRAM Cycling Fund. > > What are the goals of Navigating MAP-21 Workshops? > > During the workshops, participants will: > > Learn how to maximize funding in the new Transportation Alternatives program > Learn how to utilize all MAP-21 funding programs for bike/ped at the state and local level > Learn the key characteristics, requirements, and opportunities of these programs > Discuss favorable factors for bicycling and walking investments > Understand the important role of advocates, agency staff, and elected officials in securing this funding > Share knowledge and experiences in the local context, working together to develop a list of local priorities and strategies for funding bicycle and pedestrian projects and programs > Why should I attend? > > "What has been the most exciting for me to see is how — just in the course of this morning — people are making connections and trying to answer questions for each other in the audience…One person will bring up an issue they’re having in another part of the state and someone from ADOT will stand up and say, ‘Hey I’m the guy you need to talk to.'" - Emily Yetman, Living Streets Alliance > > "The knowledgeable and approachable workshop instructors introduced topics in a way that the industry’s most inexperienced to most tenured experts could understand and apply to their day-to-day work. I frequently reference the materials and website links that I obtained from that day in my current work." - Chelsea Young, Houston-Galveston Area Council > > "Not only did participants learn about the multiple areas of federal funding, but also learned ways to make bicycles an integral part of planning and maintenance as well as a major input into all decision-making." - Paul SoRelle, BikeHouston > > "This workshop provided excellent resources, and most importantly, empowered the attendees to take action to improve the funding picture." - Sandy Fry, Capital Region Council of Governments (Hartford, CT), Principal Transportation Planner > > "I’m going to be more effective at a base level because I have more knowledge. On another level, I expanded my group of contacts, from the federal down to local levels. I’ve got a lot more tools in the toolbox for our next discussion with GDOT." - Brent Buice, Georgia Bikes > > Where can I find out more about the workshop and Advocacy Advance? > > Visit http://www.advocacyadvance.org/trainings#about for more information. Please contact Brighid O’Keane at Brighid(a)AdvocacyAdvance.org with any questions. > > Best regards, > > Nicole > > > Nicole Wynands > Bicycle Friendly America Program Specialist > League of American Bicyclists > 1612 K St. N.W., Suite #510 > Washington, DC 20006 > P: 202-621-5454 > F: 202-822-1334 > nicole(a)bikeleague.org > www.bikeleague.org > > Bicycling Means Business at the 2013 National Bike Summit: Sign up today! >

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Charlottesville mApp
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

I briefly mentioned the Android/iPhone App that Charlottesville's-Albemarle MPO used to collect data. http://www.tjpdc.org/cvillebikemapp/ They are now following up with a survey <http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/RDPBQHV>. In their progress report <http://www.tjpdc.org/CvilleBikeMapp/pdf/Cville%20Bike%20mApp%20Progress%20R…> they mention that participants may be eligible for prizes if they record 10 trips. I wonder if that skewed results? It’s been a little over two weeks since we launched Cville Bike mApp and a lot has happened. We have collected data, lots of it. As of May 2 and , we have collected 56,576 data points, for 853 trips from 113 users, and those numbers are continuing to climb. We are hoping to have 1,500 total trips recorded by the end of the recording period. Anyways, It may be fruitful to find out how successful their data collection initiative has been up to this point. -Jonathan

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Add BIll Kawecki
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

Hi Jonathan, Could you please add Bill Kawecki to bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com list? His address is citycouncilward2(a)cityofmorgantown.org . After last night's Traffic Commission meeting, I asked Bill if he wanted to be on our mailing list and he said, yes. Thanks. Frank

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Bike Board Meeting, Sept 5, Agenda
by Gunnar Shogren 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

Good day all. Attached and below please find the proposed agenda for tonight's meeting. Hope to see you all there! ************** September Bike Board Meeting September 5, 2013 6:30pm - Morgantown Public Safety Building Open Action Items 197. Reconvene former BB workgroup to look at previous bike map to help Jing in his mapping project. 216. Chip, Frank, Gunnar will reconvene parking committee to place one remaining bike loop. 221. Damien will email the Suncrest sign graphic to the Bike Board (BB) 222. Gunnar will add ‘Broadening Bike Board Positions’ to September agenda 223. Traci will find out if any WVU sustainability interns are interested in serving on the BB 224. Damien will organize a meeting between city officials and BB to discuss the Law & Order article that will include Damien, someone from the city manager’s office, the police chief, Chip, Gunnar, and Traci 225. Damien will double-check that Jeff Mikorski is okay with the BB creating its Bike Friendly Business (BFB)designation 226. Frank will forward his email that includes recommendations about rail trail entry safety issues to Bill Kawecki 227. Chip and Emily will get a revised BFB sticker designed and email it to the BB for comment 228. Frank will convene a meeting for Project 19-Moving the Morgantown Bike Plan Forward, for Frank, Emily and Traci to discuss what the BB will present at a Committee of the Whole City Council meeting Agenda- * Schmooze Time * Last minute agenda items * Approve last month's minutes * Action Items * Ripe Bananas * Broadening Bike Board Positions, * Discuss ways to measure how our work has increased bicycle use and how the plan will increase bicycle use. * Report from Projects Updates from Project leaders * Bike Board openings. Nominate and vote for a new chair * Review meeting * Adjourn Ongoing Projects- 1. Bike racks at schools Jonathan, Alice, Marilyn 2. Bicycle safety programs at schools, teaching safety and Safe Routes to School Andrew, Frank 3. Create singletrack trails in city Colin, Andrew, Alice, Mark Wise, Ella Belling 4. Complete parking inventory, identify parking gaps Derek, Jing, Damien 5. Update SLM and STR sign locations Derek, Jing, Damien, Emily 6. Identify signs, markings, facilities on BikeMorgantown.com Derek, Jing, Damien, Traci 7. Other GIS ideas Derek, Jing, Damien 8. Show WVU bike racks on WVU google map of campus Traci 9. Represent BB on Connecting Communities Frank, Jonathan, Butch, Bill (liason) 10. Morgantown Bicycling & Transit Map Jing, Colin, Butch 11. White paper to recommend bike friendly elements in Evansdale & Hospital redevelopment Traci, Jonathan, Chip 12. Get all major employers rated Bicycle Friendly Businesses Chip, Jonathan, Emily 14. Implement Complete Streets action in Bicycle Plan Damien, Frank 15. Write grants (HSIP, etc.) Jeff Mikorski, Butch, Traci 18. Build Stakeholder involvement Emily, Jonathan, Frank, Traci 19. Moving the Bicycle Plan forward Frank (reluctantly), Emily (but sure...), Traci (no tag line) ************

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SRTS webinar today at 2 pm
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

Successfully engaging middle school youth in Safe Routes to School projects and programs can prove challenging for advocates, facilitators, teachers and after school programs alike. This webinar will provide an overview for working with middle school youth and look at programs and practices that have effectively and authentically engaged youth in active transportation efforts around their schools. https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5040189135894943744

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Bike Board Meeting September 5
by Gunnar Shogren 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

Is Fall upon us? Will we see nicer weather soon? Well none of that matters right now, cause he have a Bike Board meeting this Thursday! Hope you all can attend. Any items for the agenda? Updates on our projects? Thanks.

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Fwd: Sept TC Meeting Agenda
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: September 3, 2013 9:27:28 AM EDT > To: david.mckain(a)gmail.com, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, 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, j4im3s(a)gmail.com, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Mike and Cindy Fike <micynster(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Sept TC Meeting Agenda > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > Attached is the agenda for tomorrows meeting. If you have any questions please feel free to give me a call. Thanks. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov >

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Fwd: PARK(ING) Day- Sept 20
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

It might be productive to set up a parking space or two and teach bike maintenance and perhaps some verbal bicycling training. Anyone interested? Begin forwarded message: > From: Jennifer Selin <jennifer.selin(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: September 3, 2013 8:38:40 AM EDT > To: Jennifer Selin <jennifer.selin(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Cc: Pamela Cubberly <pamela(a)cubberly.net>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Victoria D -FS Evans <vevans(a)fs.fed.us>, Sera Zegre <sera.zegre(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Evan Hansen <ehansen(a)downstreamstrategies.com>, Aaron Sutch <asutch(a)mountain.org>, Nathan Harlan <Nathan.Harlan(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Marissa Travinski <mtravinski(a)boparc.org>, Peggy Pings <mpings(a)wvu.edu>, "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Re: PARK(ING) Day- Sept 20 > > Check out the tweet section of wvu cdt website, for examples from last year. I just put them up to generate interest. > > It is easy to just set up a space rogue and feed the meter as Judy K. did last year. > > It is also great for whoever wants to plan ahead to get in on a designated space. Let me know if you want in on a designated space. One form has been submitted and it could perhaps be amended or another compiled. > > People appreciate the spirit of this in our downtown. > > The more the merrier. > > Jenny Selin > Cell 304-685-6569 > > On Aug 23, 2013, at 7:56 AM, Jennifer Selin <jennifer.selin(a)mail.wvu.edu> wrote: > >> >> We had a nice start on this last year. The idea was to create park spaces. These could fit the theme of any of your groups. >> >> Landscape architecture had a parking and an alley space last year that we had permission for. it was converted into park space with seating and greenery by students and faculty. >> >> The most fun was when we all left one of the spaces and people just stopped in and sat down and got comfortable. >> >> I think seating is what is missing in parts of our downtown and waterfront areas. >> >> The student association of landscape architects is planning this again this year. >> >> Last year, There was also one rogue space up across from the dairy queen that Judy Keirig set up as an art spot with materials and seating. She just set up and kept the meter plugged for about four hours mid-day. She hung up the art in the spot and passers by enjoyed it. She has now moved out of state as many of you know... >> >> Morgantown was registered with an international group who kept track of who was celebrating this day. >> >> City staff and Mainstreet had concerns last year, as well as someone from fire office, a warden? Are trying to vet the permission spaces better this year. >> >> Concerns were Particularly safety of participants and business parking, we used a space in front of an empty storefront. We also looked at angles from side streets and ended up mid-block trying to avoid being hit by cars. >> >> >> >> >> >> >> Jenny Selin >> Cell 304-685-6569 >> >> On Aug 21, 2013, at 8:08 PM, Pamela Cubberly <pamela(a)cubberly.net> wrote: >> >>> Sounds like fun and reminds me of my sister's community, Belfast, ME, which has homemade sculptures like the ones shown in the Parkersburg flyer on every downtown corner! Of course, they don't have hoards of college students roaming the streets at nights, so the sculptures have stayed in pretty good shape!. Still, I love this idea. Would you like it advertised on Green Morgantown in terms of volunteers? If you organize a meeting or gathering to discuss let me know... >>> >>> I am driving out of town for September unfortunately to repair my rental cottage...my winter renter caused a lot of damage...or I would be able to help more. I am in town in October only two weekends but it would be the best month for sure! >>> >>> Pam >>> >>> >>> On Wed, Aug 21, 2013 at 7:57 PM, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org> wrote: >>> Thank-you, Ella! There is real potential in emulating Parkersburg here in Morgantown. If we do it this year, we may need to push it into October, but I will bring it up to the PS Board. In regards to the bike art, we found a person with an art degree recently that may be able to help in this respect. >>> >>> -Jonathan >>> >>> >>> On 08/21/2013 04:27 PM, Ella Belling wrote: >>>> Hi everyone >>>> Just trying to connect a few people in this rebel cause or "occupy" movement. First heard about it from the Pedestrian Board…… >>>> >>>> Positive Spin- check out link or flyer on junk bikes- FYI I have some rusted relics that are waiting to be art. >>>> >>>> Is there an interest in celebrating PARK(ING) DAY on Friday, September 20th, 2013? http://parkingday.org park(ing) day >>>> >>>> News from Parkersburg >>>> We have been doing Parking Day for 3 years in Parkersburg. We are hosting our event September 14th this year. You can see the details at ParkersburgParkDay.com As far as I know we are the only WV community doing it: http://openstreetsproject.org/initiatives/ >>>> >>>> Junk Bike INTO Community Art: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/17322637/parkday/bikeartcontestflyer201… >>>> >>>> >>>> Ella Belling >>>> Executive Director >>>> Mon River Trails Conservancy >>>> P.O. Box 282 >>>> Morgantown, WV 26507 >>>> www.montrails.org >>>> 304-692-6782 >>>> >>>> >>>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> Pamela S. Cubberly >>> Cubberly & Associates >>> 703-218-5417 (tel) >>> 703-463-7643 (cell) >>> Pamela(a)Cubberly.net >>> LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/cubberly >>> Skype: pam.cubberly

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Arpan sails the world
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

Remember Arpan Prabhu, our Youth Commission member a few years ago. Today's DP has an article about his semester a sew that included cycling around the rim of Mt. Kilauea. http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMy8wOS8wMyNBcj… Frank

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Fwd: Sept. Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Aug '13

28 Aug '13

Please reply by tomorrow with any items the BB should take up with the TC. Items I would like to see: 1. Status of the Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane that has been in the TC approved June 2009. (At the last TC meeting, we were told it would be done May 2013.) 2. Report on what has been done to apprehend the pickup truck driver that ran a stop sign on May 22 and struck a cyclist crossing the rail trail at Carnegie St.. 3. Traffic Commission plans to rejuvenate itself now that a new City Council is in office. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: August 26, 2013 8:44:49 AM EDT > To: david.mckain(a)gmail.com, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, 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, Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, j4im3s(a)gmail.com, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Mike and Cindy Fike <micynster(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Sept. Traffic Commission Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Please send me any items you would like to discuss at the Sept. Traffic Commission meeting by Aug. 28th so that I may prepare the agenda. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me a call. Thanks. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Sept. Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Aug '13

27 Aug '13

Damien, The Bicycle Board would like the following items to be on the agenda for the September Traffic Commission meeting. 1. Status of the Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane that the TC approved June 2009. 2. Report on what has been done to apprehend the pickup truck driver that ran a stop sign on May 22 and struck a cyclist crossing the rail trail at Carnegie St.. 3. Traffic Commission plans to rejuvenate itself now that a new City Council is in office. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On Aug 26, 2013, at 8:44 AM, Damien Davis wrote: > All, > > Please send me any items you would like to discuss at the Sept. Traffic Commission meeting by Aug. 28th so that I may prepare the agenda. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me a call. Thanks. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Sept. Traffic Commission Meeting
by Chip Wamsley 27 Aug '13

27 Aug '13

This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n I agree, all of those items are relevant to the TC. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl" fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Sent: 8/26/2013 1:33:46 PM To: "Bicycle Board" bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Sept. Traffic Commission Meeting Please reply by tomorrow with any items the BB should take up with the TC. Items I would like to see: 1. Status of the Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane that has been in the TC approved June 2009. (At the last TC meeting, we were told it would be done May 2013.) 2. Report on what has been done to apprehend the pickup truck driver that ran a stop sign on May 22 and struck a cyclist crossing the rail trail at Carnegie St.. 3. Traffic Commission plans to rejuvenate itself now that a new City Council is in office. Frank Begin forwarded message: From: Damien Davis ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org Date: August 26, 2013 8:44:49 AM EDT To: david.mckain(a)gmail.com, Frank Gmeindl frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net, 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, Jeff Mikorski jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org, j4im3s(a)gmail.com, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Barbara Shellito bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org, Christiaan Abildso Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu, Roy Nutter rnutter(a)wvu.edu, Terry Hough though(a)cityofmorgantown.org, Mike and Cindy Fike micynster(a)gmail.com Subject: Sept. Traffic Commission Meeting Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org All, Please send me any items you would like to discuss at the Sept. Traffic Commission meeting by Aug. 28th so that I may prepare the agenda. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me a call. Thanks. J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM Assistant City Engineer City of Morgantown Public Works Department - Engineering Division 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: 304.284.7398 Fax: 304.284.7409 www.MorgantownWV.gov

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Scotland cycling
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Aug '13

27 Aug '13

This 41 sec video is entertaining and instructive: http://www.thedrum.com/news/2013/08/09/ad-day-cycling-scotland-horse Frank

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Fwd: Pro Walk/ Pro Bike 2013 Pittsburgh Summit Invite
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Aug '13

23 Aug '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Patchan, Stephen" <stephen.patchan(a)pittsburghpa.gov> > Date: August 23, 2013 11:41:34 AM EDT > To: Stephen Patchan <stephen.patchan(a)pittsburghpa.gov> > Bcc: Frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > Subject: Pro Walk/ Pro Bike 2013 Pittsburgh Summit Invite > > Hello- > As you may know, Pittsburgh is hosting the 2014 Pro Walk/Pro Bike Conference. As part of the lead up to the international conference, the City is hosting the first regional bicycle/pedestrian summit, Pro Walk/Pro Bike 2013 at Carnegie Mellon University on 9/19/13. You're cordially invited to attend. Registration is free and participants are eligible for a scholarship to the 2014 conference. Here's the link to the registration page. Use code MOVE2013B. Feel free to forward on to staff and colleagues. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me. > Thanks! > Steve > > -- > Stephen Patchan > Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator > City of Pittsburgh Department of City Planning > 200 Ross Street,4th Fl > Pittsburgh, PA 15219 > 412-393-0150 > stephen.patchan(a)pittsburghpa.gov

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bicycle Board & Allstate
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Aug '13

21 Aug '13

Hi Susan, The Bicycle Board discussed the Allstate offering at the Bicycle Board's August 1 monthly meeting. We had one idea: to continue the bicycling education program but decided that we could not respond unless we had some idea of the order of magnitude of funds that Allstate is planning to provide, the time frame over which they plan to provide the funds and the deadline for a proposal for the funds. Is it possible to get that information? Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On Aug 21, 2013, at 11:19 AM, Susan Sullivan wrote: > Hello! > > Shelva has called to catch up on how we're coming along with Bike Board planning. Has any action been taken yet? I'd like a short update, if I could, and also the email address of anyone in the Bike Board who can help. I haven't gotten a single response, except from Frank, when it comes to emailing the bike board list, so I am forgoing it until I can find a direct email contact. > > Thanks! > Susan > > Susan Sullivan, Public Communications Manager > City of Morgantown > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > (304) 284-7426 - C (304) 844-8908 - F (304) 284-7430 > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: "Shelva Clemons" <Shelva.Clemons(a)allstate.com> > To: "Susan Sullivan" <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Wednesday, August 21, 2013 11:14:56 AM > Subject: RE: Bicycle Board & Allstate > > Hi Susan, > > I hope all is well. I wanted to connect about our next steps for Morgantown. Would you be free to chat on Friday? Maybe around 1 pm? > > -----Original Message----- > From: Clemons, Shelva > Sent: Friday, August 02, 2013 1:31 PM > To: 'Susan Sullivan' > Subject: RE: Bicycle Board & Allstate > > Actually, we do not have a deadline set in stone, but we are very excited to move forward as soon as we can. So, we have no issues with moving along quickly. On our end, we'd like to know your thoughts on the following: > > - What type of materials do you need for the program (e.g. printing of booklets/pamphlets, brochures, etc.) > > - Is there an opportunity to publish a schedule of classes in The Dominion Post or other local media papers to get the word out? If possible, we'd like for the messaging to stay consistent with our overall Allstate Safe & Secure Communities - Morgantown Campaign. The message of "Allstate is bringing this to your local community to keep you safe" is what we would like to continue to promote. > > - What do you envision being the opportunities for branding? > > - What type of donation do you foresee to make this program live in your community and to receive the exposure to boost engagement? Overall, how much do you believe it would cost to run this program? > > -----Original Message----- > From: Susan Sullivan [mailto:ssullivan@cityofmorgantown.org] > Sent: Monday, July 29, 2013 1:08 PM > To: Clemons, Shelva > Cc: Christiaan Abildso > Subject: Fwd: Bicycle Board & Allstate > > Hello Shelva! > > Do you have a deadline or a timeline that we could provide to the Bike Board? They are very excited at the prospect of this partnership! > > Susan > > Susan Sullivan, Public Communications Manager > City of Morgantown > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > (304) 284-7426 - C (304) 844-8908 - F (304) 284-7430 > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: "Christiaan Abildso" <CGABILDSO(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > To: "Susan Sullivan" <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Monday, July 29, 2013 12:53:15 PM > Subject: RE: Bicycle Board & Allstate > > Thanks Susan - > This may take us a week or two to organize...any timeline/deadline from Shelva? > Christiaan > > Christiaan Abildso, Ph.D., MPH > Assistant Professor > WVU School of Public Health, Department of Social & Behavioral Sciences > http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/pages/Personnel/Faculty/Christiaan-Abildso > WVU Health Research Center: http://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/hrc/ > 304.293.5374 > > Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution by anyone other than the intended recipient(s) is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. > > >

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August Minutes
by Traci Knabenshue 13 Aug '13

13 Aug '13

Hello All, Attached are the minutes from the August meeting. Don't forget--Friday is WVU's move-in day. Ride your bike! Thanks! Traci

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Fwd: Grant Opportunity available to WV applicants
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Aug '13

13 Aug '13

Grant opportunity. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Sara Walfoort" <swalfoort(a)spcregion.org> > Date: August 13, 2013 11:46:04 AM EDT > To: "Pings" <Peggy.pings(a)gmail.com>, "Morgantown Walks" <Walkmgw(a)yahoo.com>, "Frank Gmeindl $Morgantown$" <Frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "Mike Paprocki" <mikepap(a)bhjmpc.org> > Subject: Grant Opportunity available to WV applicants > > I caught the reference to WV in this piece, and thought I would send it along to you folks. > > I know nothing more about this. > > > The Plum Creek Foundation > Deadline to Apply: July 31, 2013 – October 31, 2013 > The Plum Creek Foundation provides support for community-based nonprofit organizations that work to improve the general welfare and quality of life in the communities that Plum Creek serves in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, Montana, New Hampshire, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The Foundation’s areas of interest include community services, education, environment, and the arts. Go to the company’s website HERE to review the grant guidelines and download the application form. > > > > Sara Walfoort

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August Action Items
by Traci Knabenshue 12 Aug '13

12 Aug '13

Hello All, Here are the action items from tonight's meeting. Enjoy! -Traci 221. Damien will email the Suncrest sign graphic to the BikeBoard (BB) 222. Gunnar will add ‘Broadening Bike Board Positions’ toSeptember agenda 223. Traci will find out if any WVU sustainability internsare interested in serving on the BB 224. Damien will organize a meeting between city officialsand BB to discuss the Law & Order article that will include Damien, someonefrom the city manager’s office, the police chief, Chip, Gunnar, and Traci 225. Damien will double-check that Jeff Mikorski is okaywith the BB creating its Bike Friendly Business (BFB)designation 226. Frank will forward his email that includes recommendationsabout rail trail entry safety issues to Bill Kawecki 227. Chip and Emily will get a revised BFB sticker designedand email it to the BB for comment 228. Frank will convene a meeting for Project 19-Moving theMorgantown Bike Plan Forward, for Frank, Emily and Traci to discuss what the BBwill present at a Committee of the Whole City Council meeting

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I miss Hugh!
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Aug '13

07 Aug '13

Sometimes you don't appreciate what you've got til its gone. Last week, I learned that Clement Solomon is cutting funding for PE172 Cycling Basics after this school year. Today, I went into Mountaineer Station and saw that the Bicycle Parking Room is now the Parking Maintenance Room. Half of the bike racks have been moved outside. No lockers. I can't tell what happened to the other half of the racks. Any ideas how we can get Clement Solomon on board with us? Frank Take paradise and put up a parking lot

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Help friend with Stolen Bike...
by Derek Springston 06 Aug '13

06 Aug '13

Hey folks, A coworker of mine who just recently purchased a Specialized Tricross (the same as my commuter's make/model) just had it stolen after owning it a few months. She's been commuting to work regularly and had it locked in a shed near her house. I guess she's outside of city limits, so the Morgantown Police (if I remember right) didn't offer her much help. It was stolen last weekend, August 2nd-4th. She's checked with some of the local pawn shops already. I've recommended to her that she keep checking local Craigslist ads, post it on Mon Bike Club, WVU Cycling club page, Country Road Cyclists page, post flyers at the local Bike shops and anywhere she can around town, and perhaps even some facebook avenues could be valuable. I've attached her flyer to this email, which she prefers us to share openly with everyone you can think of. Do you have any other ideas that could help? Would love to see her get this bike back, especially since she's been such an avid bike commuter. She drove today because she didn't have her bike. :( 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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Bike Board meeting, Aug 1, Agenda
by Gunnar Shogren 01 Aug '13

01 Aug '13

This is what I have received so far. If you have any corrections or additions, speak now or forever (or at least until Thursday) hold your peace. :) ***************************** August Bike Board Meeting August 1, 2013 6:30pm - Morgantown Public Safety Building Open Action Items 197. Reconvene former BB workgroup to look at previous bike map to help Jing in his mapping project. 210. Andrew will ask Colin to send a report from the singletrack project if he cannot make the May meeting. 212. Damien will forward the map of BFC sign placements to the BB. 216. Chip, Frank, Gunnar will reconvene parking committee to place one remaining bike loop. 217. Damien will send Traci the electronic copy of the bike card and Frank will find out how many he has left. 218. Traci will find out exactly what WVU is doing for Bike to Work Day and will let BB know how it can help. Event was canceled for this year. Sorry I didn't get word out sooner. -Traci 219. Damien will contact Nancy Ganz to ask to see sign specs for the Suncrest neighborhood signs so that both the BB and DOH can review them. 220. Frank will send BB a list of what BB positions currently need to be filled Agenda- * Schmooze Time * Last minute agenda items * Approve last month's minutes * Action Items * Ripe Bananas * Report from Kid's Day, Emily * Allstate monies & what we could use them for, Frank * Report from Projects Updates from Project leaders * Bike Board openings. Nominate and vote for a new chair * Review meeting * Adjourn Ongoing Projects- 1. Bike racks at schools Jonathan, Alice, Marilyn 2. Bicycle safety programs at schools, teaching safety and Safe Routes to School Andrew, Frank 3. Create singletrack trails in city Colin, Andrew, Alice, Mark Wise, Ella Belling 4. Complete parking inventory, identify parking gaps Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien 5. Update SLM and STR sign locations Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Emily 6. Identify signs, markings, facilities on BikeMorgantown.com Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Traci 7. Other GIS ideas Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien 8. Show WVU bike racks on WVU google map of campus Traci 9. Represent BB on Connecting Communities Frank, Jonathan, Butch, Bill (liason) 10. Morgantown Bicycling & Transit Map Jing, Colin, Butch 11. White paper to recommend bike friendly elements in Evansdale & Hospital redevelopment Traci, Jonathan, Chip 12. Get all major employers rated Bicycle Friendly Businesses Chip, Jonathan, Emily 14. Implement Complete Streets action in Bicycle Plan Damien, Frank 15. Write grants (HSIP, etc.) Jeff Mikorski, Butch, Traci 18. Build Stakeholder involvement Emily, Jonathan, Frank, Traci 19. Moving the Bicycle Plan forward Frank (reluctantly), Emily (but sure...) ***************************

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Law and order
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Aug '13

01 Aug '13

This 3 page article, "Bicycle Law Enforcement - Enforce Laws with Mutual Respect " in the July issue of Law and Order magazine (pp 52-54) could change some biases against cyclists. http://lawandordermag.epubxp.com/title/12194/54 It clearly explains the rights of bicyclists and appropriate and legal riding techniques to maximize safety. This article may offer an opportunity for us to start a dialog with local law enforcement officials to get their support us. Any ideas how we can get them to read it and start a dialog with us? Here's a little tantalizing quote to get you to read the article if you already haven't: "It is safest for bicyclists to stay out of the way: This myth has sadly contributed to the majority of crashes and near-misses cyclists experience. Hugging the edge of the road is actually dangerous for a number of reasons. Most traffic lanes are too narrow to safely accommodate a motor vehicle and cyclists side by side. Cyclists who keep right so motorists can pass them without changing lanes actually encourage close passes and sideswipes. . ." and that was written by a law enforcement officer! 4ank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Law and order
by Chip Wamsley 01 Aug '13

01 Aug '13

Lets bring it to the attention of Steve Bennett at Mgtn PD Danny Camden at WVU Public Safety. They are both cyclists and can bring it to the attention of the chiefs. Chip ---- Original Message ---- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent: 8/1/2013 6:45:35 AM To: monbikeclub(a)yahoogroups.com, CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com, "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: [Bikeboard] Law and order This 3 page article, "Bicycle Law Enforcement - Enforce Laws with Mutual Respect " in the July issue of Law and Order magazine (pp 52-54) could change some biases against cyclists. http://lawandordermag.epubxp.com/title/12194/54 It clearly explains the rights of bicyclists and appropriate and legal riding techniques to maximize safety. This article may offer an opportunity for us to start a dialog with local law enforcement officials to get their support us. Any ideas how we can get them to read it and start a dialog with us? Here's a little tantalizing quote to get you to read the article if you already haven't: "It is safest for bicyclists to stay out of the way: This myth has sadly contributed to the majority of crashes and near-misses cyclists experience. Hugging the edge of the road is actually dangerous for a number of reasons. Most traffic lanes are too narrow to safely accommodate a motor vehicle and cyclists side by side. Cyclists who keep right so motorists can pass them without changing lanes actually encourage close passes and sideswipes. . ." and that was written by a law enforcement officer! 4ank _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Thank you and Reminder
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

Bill, Please find the Bicycle Board's submission. Attached is an Excel workbook. It contains 2 worksheets. The first worksheet contains the Bicycle Board's scores for LRTP Tier 1 project feasibility, mobility, preference and priority. The second worksheet contains the Bicycle Board's scores for the 36 intersections listed in LRTP Project 38 - Intersection Capacity and Safety Improvement Program. The second spreadsheet also includes 3 additional columns: Danger Rating; Signalized?; and Comments to help understand the Bicycle Board's scores as well as to provide intersection improvement recommendations. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On Jul 29, 2013, at 10:54 AM, Bill Austin wrote: > Thanks to those of you who have completed and submitted the prioritization worksheets we requested that you fill out. This is a reminder to those of you who have not submitted the completed forms please get the completed forms to us by July 31st. > > We appreciate your assistance in this matter please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or if we may be of any assistance. > > Thanks, > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > > "Change does not change tradition. It strengthens it. Change is a challenge and an opportunity, not a threat." > - Prince Phillip of Englan > > > "Wherever we are, it is but a stage on the way to somewhere else, and whatever we do, however well we do it, it is only a preparation to do something else that shall be different." > - Robert Louis Stevenson > > “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” -Marilyn Monroe > >

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Bike Board Meeting August 1
by Gunnar Shogren 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

All right folks, We need to have a meeting. Please do plan on attending. Email me if you have things that need to be added to the agenda. Traci will be sending out the June Action Items post-haste. Hope everyone is not letting the spat of wet weather slow you down, nor the heat, and then now the chill... :) Ain't life grand? Get out there and then get back to me. Thanks.

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Fwd: Bike Board Action Items from May 3rd meeting
by Traci Knabenshue 27 Jul '13

27 Jul '13

Here you go!

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I-79 Interchange article
by Traci Knabenshue 26 Jul '13

26 Jul '13

Hi All, Mentions accommodating bicycles. Just wanted to share. http://www.wvusports.com/page.cfm?story=23677 Thanks, Traci

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Invitation to the Steering Committee of the MPO Regional Bike Plan
by Jing Zhang 25 Jul '13

25 Jul '13

Bicycle Board Members, The Morgantown Monongalia MPO is working on the Regional Bike Plan (Plan) as recommended in the recently adopted 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). Morgantown Bike Board members are cordially invited to participate in the steering committee for the Plan. The purpose of this committee is to * Provide guidance and direction for the Plan * Identify the interests of bicyclists in the area * Cultivate visions, goals, and criteria for the Plan * Review reports prepared by MPO staff * Monitor the planning procedure and public outreach process As an integrated part of the LRTP, this Plan promotes a logical and interconnected bikeway system for the greater Morgantown metropolitan area, with shared values and visions originated from the LRTP. The Bike Plan will be building on the work the Bike Board has already done and is recommended for funding with forecasted available state and federal funds in next two decades. MPO technical Advisory Committee and Citizen Advisory Committee are to function as advisory committees to the steering committee, providing technical support and citizen feedback. To extend the scope of the steering committee, MPO is seeking representatives from neighborhoods beyond the Morgantown city limits. Your recommendation will be gratefully received. Please indicate your willingness to serve on this committee by replying this email or call me at 304-413-0297. Thank you in advance for considering working with us on this important and exciting effort. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Jing Zhang Transportation Planner Morgantown Monongalia MPO 82 Hart Field Road Ste.105 Morgantown, WV 26505 (304) 413-0297 tranplan(a)labyrinth.net

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Fwd: Prioritizing Projects in the MPO Long Range Transportation Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Jul '13

24 Jul '13

Bicycle Board, I'm forwarding this and another message to you. The MPO needs Long Range Transportation Plan projects prioritized by July 31. I'm supposed to be representing the Bicycle Board on this effort. I'll give it my best shot and run the results by you before I send them to the MPO. I could use some help. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: July 10, 2013 5:15:09 PM EDT > To: "Clement Solomon" <csolomon(a)wvu.edu>, "'Terry Hough'" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Williams, Donald L'" <Donald.L.Williams(a)wv.gov>, <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <director(a)moncpc.org>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, "'Shoukry, Fouad N'" <Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov>, "'Keller, Perry J'" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, <ischuetz(a)access.k12.wv.us>, "Tim Ball" <tball(a)mub.org>, "'Radabaugh, Bryan L'" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov>, <jegdeg(a)comcast.net>, <rwsnyder301(a)comcast.net>, <butch442(a)comcast.net>, <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, "'John E. Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, <edyoucater58(a)yahoo.com>, "'Slack, Alanna J'" <Alanna.J.Slack(a)wv.gov>, <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Cc: <Kevin.Burgess(a)dot.gov>, "'Warner, Richard L'" <Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov> > Subject: Prioritizing Projects in the MPO Long Range Transportation Plan > > Transportation Technical Advisory Committee Members and Citizens Advisory Committee Members, > > As discussed at the last Committee meetings we will be prioritizing the projects included in the MPO’s LRTP. The process we will be using to prioritize the projects is similar to the process initially used by Burgess and Niple to identify the Tier for the projects. We have prepared information on the Tier One Projects in the LRTP which may assist you in prioritizing these projects. The original information sheet shared with the Committees has been expanded to provide you with more information to consider in this process. We ask that you use the form provided in the enclosed packet to prioritize the Tier One Projects. > > As you may also recall we will also be prioritizing the specific intersections and corridors identified in the LRTP’s Project 38. We will provide these priorities to the Division of Highways for their consideration as well. Due to the size of these files I will be forwarding the informational packet for the Project 38 projects by separate email. > > Please return your ratings sheets by July 31, so we may summarize the results prior to the next Committee meetings. > > Thank you for your consideration in this matter. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or if we may be of any assistance. > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > > "Change does not change tradition. It strengthens it. Change is a challenge and an opportunity, not a threat." > - Prince Phillip of Englan > > > "Wherever we are, it is but a stage on the way to somewhere else, and whatever we do, however well we do it, it is only a preparation to do something else that shall be different." > - Robert Louis Stevenson > > “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” -Marilyn Monroe > >

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Fwd: Save Transportation Alternatives - Contact your Senators!
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Jul '13

24 Jul '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: July 24, 2013 11:04:23 AM EDT > To: "'Christiaan Abildso'" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: FW: Save Transportation Alternatives - Contact your Senators! > > > > From: deb(a)saferoutespartnership.org [mailto:deb_saferoutespartnership.org@mail.vresp.com] > Sent: Wednesday, July 24, 2013 10:41 AM > To: baustin(a)labyrinth.net > Subject: Save Transportation Alternatives - Contact your Senators! > > > > > > > > > Dear Safe Routes to School supporter, > > We need your help! Please contact your Senators today so we can maintain the Transportation Alternatives program and the local control provisions that help build bikeable and walkable cities and towns. > > Just last year Congress passed a new transportation bill, MAP-21, that dismantled dedicated funding for biking and walking by combining Transportation Enhancements, Safe Routes to School and Recreational Trails into one program and cutting the funding by 30%. The saving grace was that the bill included a local control provision to ensure that Mayors and communities could access to these dollars to support local transportation priorities. > > Now Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky wants to wipe out what’s left. > > Senator Paul has introduced an amendment to the Transportation Appropriations bill to prohibit ANY MONEY from being used for Transportation Alternatives, and to redirect that money towards bridge repair. > > While we agree that repairing our bridges are important, both for safety and economic development reasons, so are our local economies and the safety of our children. Dedicating the small amount of Transportation Alternatives funding to bridge repair couldn't fix our country's bridges in 50 years. And, taking that small amount of funding away would dangerously undermine efforts in our cities, towns and counties to provide safe and efficient transportation options for everyone, including our children. With rates of bicycling and walking fatalities on the rise, that is a trade we can’t afford to make. > > Please contact your Senators and ask them to save Transportation Alternatives by voting NO on amendment 1742. > > Thank you so much for your help! > > Deb Hubsmith > Safe Routes to School National Partnership > > > > Click to view this email in a browser > > If you no longer wish to receive any email from us, please reply to this message with "Unsubscribe" in the subject line or simply click on the following link: Unsubscribe > > Click here to forward this email to a friend > > Safe Routes to School National Partnership > PO Box 2359 > Boulder, Colorado 80302 > US > Read the VerticalResponse marketing policy. > > >

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Fwd: August Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Jul '13

23 Jul '13

Any items for the Traffic Commission agenda? Items I would like to see: 1. Status of the Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane that has been in the TC approved June 2009. 2. Report on what has been done to apprehend the pickup truck driver that ran a stop sign on May 22 and struck a cyclist crossing the rail trail at Carnegie St.. 3. Traffic Commission plans to rejuvenate itself now that a new City Council is in office. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: July 22, 2013 11:19:16 AM EDT > To: david.mckain(a)gmail.com, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, 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, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Glen Kelly <gkelly(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: August Traffic Commission Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Please submit any items you would like to discuss at the August Traffic Commission by the end of the week so that I have time to prepare the agenda. Agendas will be emailed out on August 2. If you have any questions please feel free to give me a call. Thanks. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > >

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Fwd: 2013 Transportation Planning Conference
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Jul '13

19 Jul '13

Statewide, Sept. 17-19 in Wierton. Next to last topic on the 3 day agenda: Great Allegheny Passage. After dinner bike ride on the Harmon Creek, Panhandle Trail. Can't tell if any other topics are relevant to cycling; maybe "Combining Grant Projects with Existing Road Projects" breakout session. 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<'hhaas(a)asismail.net'>, "Christine.jones(a)stvinc.com" <'Christine.jones(a)stvinc.com'>, "masoodakhtar(a)wvregion3.org" <'masoodakhtar(a)wvregion3.org'> > Cc: "Murray, Bill R" <Bill.R.Murray(a)wv.gov> > Subject: FW: 2013 Transportation Planning Conference > > > > On behalf of the BHJ MMPO, WVDOH Planning Division, and FHWA, we would like to invite you to the 2013 Transportation Planning Conference. > > Please go to the following link to register and make your hotel reservation. You will need to do both. The main hotel is holding only 60 rooms but there are 2 overflow hotels within walking distance listed as well. > > When filling out registration form, please mark all meals you will be attending. > > There is a $20 registration fee for everyone this year. You may pay by cash or check on day of check in at the registration table or mail it in. > > Please note that the hotels are only holding the rooms until August 8, at which time they will be released to the public as well. > > Also attached is a draft agenda. Hope to see everyone there. > > http://www.transportation.wv.gov/conferences/2013PlanningConf/ > > Lorna Harris > WV Division of Highways > Program Planning and Administration Division > 304-558-9621 > >

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Kid's Day Saturday, 7/20 10-2pm
by Emily Vasile 18 Jul '13

18 Jul '13

Hi All, *Kid's Day is this Saturday from 10-2pm on High Street.* We'll be in the BB&T parking lot (496 High Street) along with the FBI, Police Department, EMS, and Red Cross (Safety Area). The Bike Board and Positive Spin will host an array of fun, pedal-inspiring activities including: - Mobile Repair Shop - Demonstration Bikes from Positive Spin - Helmet Fitting and Tire Pumping - Promo materials from Positive Spin Thanks in advance to Jonathan, Marilyn, Will, Bill, and Jen P. for offering up their time and expertise to help out on Saturday! http://www.downtownmorgantown.com/events/kidsday/ Spread the word and come on out an say hi! The more the merrier. Emily PS- do we have any promo materials about the Bike Board that we can put out on display? If so, let me know.

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Funding workshop
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Jul '13

17 Jul '13

Bicycle Board Members, This is probably our best opportunity to get funding. Who will go to this workshop in Charleston, Sept. 26? I have registered. Our education grant came through these channels. I'm sure people from at least Charleston, Parkersburg and Lewisburg will attend. Besides now being our competitors within the State, they could also become our collaborators if we're there. We could car pool or ride down together. The last week of Sept. is usually one of the best cycling weeks of the year, IMHO. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > Dear Colleague: July 8, 2013 > > > > WV Connecting Communities (WVCC) and the Regional Intergovernmental Council (RIC) are pleased to invite you to a workshop on what the new Federal Highway Transportation Enhancement Program (MAP-21) means to West Virginia and how to successfully utilize the different funding sources for cycling and walking projects. The workshop is FREE and there is a continental breakfast and lunch provided. > > Advocacy Advance is a partnership between the League of American Bicyclists and Alliance for Biking & Walking. AA offers MAP-21 Action 2020 all over the country and will be in Charleston, West Virginia on September 26, 2013. These workshops bring together advocates, agency staff, and elected officials and are designed to ensure that participants have the knowledge, skills and resources to access un- or under-utilized federal funding sources at the state, regional and local level to build bicycling and walking infrastructure and programs. > > With a focus on the new transportation bill, participants will learn how to maximize funding in the new Transportation Alternatives program and utilize all MAP-21 funding programs for bike/ped at the state and local levels. > > > > MAP-21 Action 2020 Workshop attendees will: > · Learn how to maximize funding in the new Transportation Alternatives program > > · Learn how to utilize all MAP-21 funding programs for bike/ped at the state and local level > > · Learn the key characteristics, requirements, and opportunities of these programs > > · Discuss favorable factors for bicycling and walking investments > > · Understand the important role of advocates, agency staff, and elected officials in securing this funding > > · Share knowledge and experiences in the local context, working together to develop a list of local priorities and strategies for funding bicycle and pedestrian projects and programs > > > The workshop also serves as a great way to meet and socialize with other advocates, agency staff, elected officials, and bike/ped professionals. This provides a priceless opportunity to develop relationships and learn from the successes and avoid the mistakes of other leaders. > > Please register directly with AA by going to their website, http://www.advocacyadvance.org/trainings. > > The training will take place at the Holiday Inn & Suites in South Charleston. We are still working on the exact start and end time but this is an all-day training so please plan accordingly. > > We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, September 26th. We would appreciate it if you would distribute this invitation to your networks. The more attendees the better!! > > Sincerely, > > Kasey Russell > WV Connecting Communities – http://wvwww.connectingcommunities.com > 304.542.1994 or Russell.kasey(a)gmail.com

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Re: [Bikeboard] Reminder about Project Prioritization and Link to new MPO Online Traffic Count Map
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Jul '13

16 Jul '13

Hi Bill, Could you please send me operational definitions of Feasibility, Mobility and Preference? I understand Mobility to mean the ease with which any individual can move around given the prevailing physical and social circumstances. Being a representative of bicyclists, I would rate the Mobility of each project according to its effect on the ease it presents to cyclists needing to get to where they're going on their bicycles. I understand Preference to mean how much I personally think each project is worth. Again, representing cyclists, I would prefer those projects that will encourage cycling and make cycling safer. If the intended definitions are different from these, I need to know. Also, if it's readily available, could you please send me the priority evaluation matrices (project rating sheets) in Excel format? I find PDF format good for reading but not so good for working with. Also, I asked Jing to run the FHWA model by changing NOBL (No Bike Lane) from 1 to O. If he can't do that, I wonder if he could send me his model and data file and I'll make the changes and run it. In general, I think the models do not sufficiently recognize the risk to cyclists at unsignalized intersections with high cross traffic volume. The bicycle safety scores in the LRTP Project 38 Priority Evaluation report indicate that. If I could re-run the models, the results would probably give me the priorities that I would assign to the Project 38 intersections. To understand the models, please go to http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/publications/research/safety/pedbike/06130/06130.pdf For example, the model for cyclists going straight through an intersection (Bike ISI = 1.13 + 0.019MAINADT + 0.815MAINHISPD + 0.650TURNVEH + 0.470(RTLANES*BL) + 0.023(CROSSADT*NOBL) + 0.428(SIGNAL*NOBL) + 0.200PARKING) says that if there's a bike lane (NOBL=0), the traffic volume on the cross road (CROSSADT*NOBL) and the presence of a traffic signal (SIGNAL*NOBL) at the intersection is irrelevant to the cyclist's safety. I don't think so. I recognize that I'm the small fry in this ocean. I'll give it my best shot if you don't want to do any of the above but I need to know that. Frank "Change is a challenge and an opportunity, not a threat." On Jul 15, 2013, at 4:21 PM, Bill Austin wrote: > We will be providing you with PDF’s of this information as part of the next Committee meeting agenda packet. Please feel free to let us know how we may improve the presentation of this material.

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Fwd: Prioritizing Projects in Project 38 of the MPO Long Range Transportation Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Jul '13

10 Jul '13

Here's the second message. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: July 10, 2013 5:18:28 PM EDT > To: "Clement Solomon" <csolomon(a)wvu.edu>, "'Terry Hough'" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Williams, Donald L'" <Donald.L.Williams(a)wv.gov>, <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <director(a)moncpc.org>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, "'Shoukry, Fouad N'" <Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov>, "'Keller, Perry J'" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, <ischuetz(a)access.k12.wv.us>, "Tim Ball" <tball(a)mub.org>, "'Radabaugh, Bryan L'" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov>, <jegdeg(a)comcast.net>, <rwsnyder301(a)comcast.net>, <butch442(a)comcast.net>, <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, "'John E. Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, <edyoucater58(a)yahoo.com>, "'Slack, Alanna J'" <Alanna.J.Slack(a)wv.gov>, <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Cc: <Kevin.Burgess(a)dot.gov>, "'Warner, Richard L'" <Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov>, "'Jing Zhang '" <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net> > Subject: Prioritizing Projects in Project 38 of the MPO Long Range Transportation Plan > > Committee Members, > > Please find attached the information on the projects included in Project 38 of the LRTP mentioned in my previous email. > > Please return the project rating sheet to us by July 31 so we may summarize them for the MPO’s Committee meetings. > > Thanks, > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > > "Change does not change tradition. It strengthens it. Change is a challenge and an opportunity, not a threat." > - Prince Phillip of Englan > > > "Wherever we are, it is but a stage on the way to somewhere else, and whatever we do, however well we do it, it is only a preparation to do something else that shall be different." > - Robert Louis Stevenson > > “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” -Marilyn Monroe > > >

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Bicycle Board Meeting for July 4th
by Gunnar Shogren 03 Jul '13

03 Jul '13

Has been cancelled. I will be sending out the Action Items from the last full meeting and hopefully we can try to check off a few of them between now and August 1st, our next planned meeting. Other than that, I hope everyone is able to get outside and spend time with family and friends. And be safe.

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Pedestrians & Bicyclists at Interchanges
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 26 Jun '13

26 Jun '13

ITE Recommended Practices on Accommodating Pedestrians and Bicyclists at Interchanges: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/965985402 This would be great webinar to attend. I can't help but to think about the University Town Center and how we have been told by WVDOH that they can't do anything for bicyclists and pedestrians at this location because it is an Interchange. Meanwhile, 1000's of WVU students now live there. -Jonathan

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Fwd: Fwd: Roundabout Opening
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Jun '13

25 Jun '13

The roundabout will open Wednesday June 26, not Wednesday June 27 but the training is still tomorrow, Tuesday June 25. Begin forwarded message: > From: "baustin(a)labyrinth.net" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: June 24, 2013 8:52:59 PM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Roundabout Opening > Reply-To: "baustin(a)labyrinth.net" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > > Frank > > Please let folks know the roundabout will open Wednesday. > > Thanks > > Bill > > > Sent from my Sprint phone > > > > -------- Original message -------- > From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Date: 06/24/2013 8:11 PM (GMT-05:00) > To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com>,monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com, CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com > Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Roundabout Opening > > > Come to Morgantown airport tomorrow and let WVDOH show you how to use a roundabout. > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> >> Date: June 24, 2013 4:41:21 PM EDT >> To: "'Susan Sullivan'" <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, <rwsnyder301(a)comcast.net>, "'Bob Lloyd'" <starcitywv(a)comcast.net>, <newsroom(a)dominionpost.com>, "'Kay Murray'" <kmurray(a)wvradio.com>, <statler4board(a)hotmail.com>, <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <aforgotch(a)wdtv.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> >> Cc: "'Walker, Brent H'" <Brent.H.Walker(a)wv.gov>, "'Allen Sharp'" <scmayor(a)comcast.net>, <mayordave(a)comcast.net>, "'Jackie R. Marhefka'" <jmarhefka(a)wvdsl.net>, <bill(a)byrnehedges.com>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, <eldonc(a)msn.com>, <gvmayor(a)comcast.net>, <jambie1(a)comcast.net>, "Jim Manilla" <jimmanilla(a)gmail.com>, <jlgoodwi(a)access.k12.wv.us>, "'Joe Fisher'" <Joe.Fisher(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Keller, Perry J'" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "Mike Kelly" <dulaneyoil(a)comcast.net>, <Moncom(a)aol.com>, "Wesley Nugent" <wes(a)wnugent.com> >> Subject: Roundabout Opening >> >> Please be advised that WVDOH will be allowing traffic on the roundabout at the Mileground and WV 705 beginning on Wednesday June 27th. This opening is due to the need to route traffic around the ongoing construction. The operation of the roundabout will not be exactly the same as when the project is completed due to the construction. >> >> WVDOH is holding sessions to inform drivers on how to utilize the roundabout on Tuesday June 25 at the Morgantown Municipal Airport Conference room in the Administration Building. The sessions will be held at 11:15, 1:15, 2:15 and 3:15. The session will include a short video presentation and the opportunity to discuss the operation of roundabouts with a traffic engineer. If you are unable to attend one of the sessions you may learn more about the operation of roundabouts by clicking the roundabout link at the website below: >> >> www.plantogether.org >> >> Or click the roundabout link at: >> >> http://www.transportation.wv.gov/communications/videos/Pages/default.aspx >> >> Please share this information with everyone. >> >> Thank you for your assistance in this matter. >> >> >> Bill Austin, AICP >> Executive Director >> Morgantown Monongalia MPO >> 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 >> Morgantown, WVA 26505 >> 304-291-9571 >> 304-692-7225 Mobile >> >> >> "Change does not change tradition. It strengthens it. Change is a challenge and an opportunity, not a threat." >> - Prince Phillip of Englan >> >> >> "Wherever we are, it is but a stage on the way to somewhere else, and whatever we do, however well we do it, it is only a preparation to do something else that shall be different." >> - Robert Louis Stevenson >> >> “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” -Marilyn Monroe >> >> >

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Fwd: Reminder, July 1 Ped Board meeting re: Open Street idea
by Gunnar Shogren 25 Jun '13

25 Jun '13

Here's a chance to work w/ Ped Board and others. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> Date: June 21, 2013 11:38:25 AM EDT Subject: Reminder, July 1 Ped Board meeting re: Open Street idea Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> All - Please remember to solicit influential/interested people to attend our next Pedestrian Safety Board meeting. I would like to conduct Board business 4:30-5:00, then facilitate a discussion with our invited friends about hosting an Open Street event on High Street from 5:00-6:00. The meetings will take place in the training room on the 1st floor of the Public Safety Building. I foresee inviting a few key downtown business owners to "give" them the idea to take to Main Street Morgantown or other entity to host. As you're inviting people, please guide them to http://openstreetsproject.org/ for information to show how great such an event can be. Please start inviting folks to attend. It may be good to reply all to this email to let everyone know who has agreed to attend. Thanks Christiaan Walk more, safely Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board Christiaan Abildso, Chair Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair http://www.morgantownwv.gov/government/advisory-boards/pedestrian-safety-bo…

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Fwd: Roundabout Opening
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Jun '13

24 Jun '13

Come to Morgantown airport tomorrow and let WVDOH show you how to use a roundabout. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: June 24, 2013 4:41:21 PM EDT > To: "'Susan Sullivan'" <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, <rwsnyder301(a)comcast.net>, "'Bob Lloyd'" <starcitywv(a)comcast.net>, <newsroom(a)dominionpost.com>, "'Kay Murray'" <kmurray(a)wvradio.com>, <statler4board(a)hotmail.com>, <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <aforgotch(a)wdtv.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Cc: "'Walker, Brent H'" <Brent.H.Walker(a)wv.gov>, "'Allen Sharp'" <scmayor(a)comcast.net>, <mayordave(a)comcast.net>, "'Jackie R. Marhefka'" <jmarhefka(a)wvdsl.net>, <bill(a)byrnehedges.com>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, <eldonc(a)msn.com>, <gvmayor(a)comcast.net>, <jambie1(a)comcast.net>, "Jim Manilla" <jimmanilla(a)gmail.com>, <jlgoodwi(a)access.k12.wv.us>, "'Joe Fisher'" <Joe.Fisher(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Keller, Perry J'" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "Mike Kelly" <dulaneyoil(a)comcast.net>, <Moncom(a)aol.com>, "Wesley Nugent" <wes(a)wnugent.com> > Subject: Roundabout Opening > > Please be advised that WVDOH will be allowing traffic on the roundabout at the Mileground and WV 705 beginning on Wednesday June 27th. This opening is due to the need to route traffic around the ongoing construction. The operation of the roundabout will not be exactly the same as when the project is completed due to the construction. > > WVDOH is holding sessions to inform drivers on how to utilize the roundabout on Tuesday June 25 at the Morgantown Municipal Airport Conference room in the Administration Building. The sessions will be held at 11:15, 1:15, 2:15 and 3:15. The session will include a short video presentation and the opportunity to discuss the operation of roundabouts with a traffic engineer. If you are unable to attend one of the sessions you may learn more about the operation of roundabouts by clicking the roundabout link at the website below: > > www.plantogether.org > > Or click the roundabout link at: > > http://www.transportation.wv.gov/communications/videos/Pages/default.aspx > > Please share this information with everyone. > > Thank you for your assistance in this matter. > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > > "Change does not change tradition. It strengthens it. Change is a challenge and an opportunity, not a threat." > - Prince Phillip of Englan > > > "Wherever we are, it is but a stage on the way to somewhere else, and whatever we do, however well we do it, it is only a preparation to do something else that shall be different." > - Robert Louis Stevenson > > “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” -Marilyn Monroe > >

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Bike Science
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Jun '13

18 Jun '13

This seems like fun: http://www.carnegiesciencecenter.org/emarketing/ecards/2013/21-plus-bikes/?… Carnegie Science Center special exhibit on bicycle science and engineering. Learn to ride a unicycle. Cash bar:) Frank

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CitiBike - NYC on Jon Stewart
by Christiaan Abildso 14 Jun '13

14 Jun '13

All - I hope you saw and enjoyed the Full Pedal Racket bit on Jon Stewart last week: http://youtu.be/en2-D76ZbyE. Christiaan

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Fwd: Agenda for the June 13, 2013 CAC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jun '13

06 Jun '13

Besides some fascinating attachments, e.g. traffic counts, crash rates, etc. you might be interested in the LRTP Priority Evaluation Matrix that the various MPO Committees are going to use to prioritize tier 1 projects in the now approved Long Range Transportation Plan. In the public meetings, bicycling projects fared well. Hopefully, they will survive and perhaps even get high priority when evaluated by the Committees. If you have any ideas for achieving such, please share. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: June 6, 2013 5:03:40 PM EDT > To: <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, <jegdeg(a)comcast.net>, "'John E. Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, <edyoucater58(a)yahoo.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Cc: "'Jing Zhang '" <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net> > Subject: Agenda for the June 13, 2013 CAC Meeting > > CAC Members, > > Please find enclosed the Agenda for the June 13, 2013 CAC Meeting. The meeting will be held at 6:00 pm. > > We look forward to seeing you at 6:00 at the MPO’s offices. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions in this matter or if we may be of any assistance. > > Regards, > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it’s time to pause and reflect.” -Mark Twain > “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” -Marilyn Monroe > >

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Bike Board Action Items from May 3rd meeting
by Traci Knabenshue 05 Jun '13

05 Jun '13

Hi All! See below-- 197. Reconvene former BB workgroup to look at previous bike map to help Jing in his mapping project. 210. Andrew will ask Colin to send a report from the singletrack project if he cannot make the May meeting. 212. Damien will forward the map of BFC sign placements to the BB. 216. Chip, Frank, Gunnar will reconvene parking committee to place one remaining bike loop. 217. Damien will send Traci the electronic copy of the bike card and Frank will find out how many he has left. 218. Traci will find out exactly what WVU is doing for Bike to Work Day and will let BB know how it can help. Event was canceled for this year. Sorry I didn't get word out sooner. -Traci 219. Damien will contact Nancy Ganz to ask to see sign specs for the Suncrest neighborhood signs so that both the BB and DOH can review them. 220. Frank will send BB a list of what BB positions currently need to be filled.

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Re: [Bikeboard] June TC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Jun '13

05 Jun '13

Frank Gmeindl will not attend tonight's Traffic Commission meeting. The Bicycle Board has nothing to report. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On Jun 5, 2013, at 9:13 AM, Damien Davis wrote: > All, > > We will be meeting tonight. I apologize for the lateness of the agenda. I was at a conference the last two day and left my computer at home. If you have any questions please feel free to give me a call. Thanks. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > > <June 2013 TC Agenda.docx>

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June Bike Board Meeting Agenda
by Gunnar Shogren 05 Jun '13

05 Jun '13

This Thursday! Who's gonna be attending, not attending, bringing the goodies, and anything to add to the agenda? w00t.

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Board Action Items from May 3rd meeting
by Jennifer Selin 05 Jun '13

05 Jun '13

Yes! People walk and run through the entire area, including Euro Suites, neighbors, North Elementary school, businesses, health care folks and all the way up Van Voorhis from the developments on the other side including students and families who often walk on Van Voorhis because of the steep ditches on both sides. Jenny Selin Cell 304-685-6569 On Jun 5, 2013, at 9:35 AM, "Christiaan Abildso" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > Cycling friends - > You may want to consider writing a letter to the MPO & DOH commenting on the potential redesign of the 705/Burroughs/Van Voorhis intersection. The options were presented to the MPO Policy Board in May. Presentation attached. It could be THE opportunity to make substantial improvements to the 705 corridor (Patteson, Van Voorhis, Chestnut Ridge roads)...maybe shared lane or bicycles may use full lane markings/signs? > > The Pedestrian Safety Board is drafting a letter this week to present at next week's MPO Citizens Advisory Committee meeting (Frank G is a member as well), including the following points: > 1) view the corridor as a project rather than spot improvements; > 2) request > public input on plan options; > 3) take a more critical look at pedestrian > movement & safety, especially at North ES crossing; > 4) link to projects > outlined in our Pedestrian Safety Plan. > > Best, > Christiaan > > > ________________________________ > From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > To: Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> > Cc: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com > Sent: Tuesday, June 4, 2013 9:33 PM > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Board Action Items from May 3rd meeting > > > > To close action item 220 regarding open BB positions: > 2 Greater Morgantown > 1 WVU Cycling > 1 Youth Commission > > 1 BOPARC ex-officio > > The attached Excel file shows current membership status. > > > > On Jun 4, 2013, at 3:18 PM, Traci Knabenshue wrote: > > Hi All! See below-- >> >> >> ________________________________ >> >> >> >> 197. Reconvene former BB workgroup to look at previous bike map to help Jing in his mapping project.210. Andrew will ask Colin to send a report from the singletrack project if he cannot make the May meeting. >> 212. Damien will forward the map of BFC sign placements to the BB. >> 216. Chip, Frank, Gunnar will reconvene parking committee to place one remaining bike loop. >> 217. Damien will send Traci the electronic copy of the bike card and Frank will find out how many he has left. >> 218. Traci will find out exactly what WVU is doing for Bike to Work Day and will let BB know how it can help. Event was canceled for this year. Sorry I didn't get word out sooner. -Traci >> 219. Damien will contact Nancy Ganz to ask to see sign specs for the Suncrest neighborhood signs so that both the BB and DOH can review them. >> 220. Frank will send BB a list of what BB positions currently need to be filled. > _______________________________________________ >> 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 > <705_VanVoorhis_Burroughs_Intersection Analysis_Nichols.pdf> > <ATT00001>

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Re: [Bikeboard] June TC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Jun '13

04 Jun '13

Hi Damien, If we're having a meeting, I'd like an update on the hit-and-run reported in the May 23 Dominion Post in which a large blue or black truck ran a stop sign and hit a cyclist on Carnegie Street: http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMy8wNS8yMyNBcj… "...the truck had damage around the front bumper and left front fender, was carrying a temporary West Virginia tag ending in the numbers 122." Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On May 31, 2013, at 8:00 AM, Damien Davis wrote: > All, > > Please send me items you would like to discuss at next week's meeting. Thank you. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > >

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May Minutes
by Traci Knabenshue 04 Jun '13

04 Jun '13

Hello BB: May minutes attached. Thanks! Traci

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Fwd: June TC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Jun '13

02 Jun '13

Any items for the Traffic Commission? If not, I'm not going to attend. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: May 31, 2013 8:00:58 AM EDT > To: david.mckain(a)gmail.com, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, 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, j4im3s(a)gmail.com, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu> > Subject: June TC Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Please send me items you would like to discuss at next week's meeting. Thank you. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > >

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Small group riding for Bike to Work day tomorrow (Friday)
by Christiaan Abildso 18 May '13

18 May '13

All - For those interested, 3-4 of us that live in South Park and work at Health Sciences are gathering at 8:15 at Hazel Ruby McQuain Amphitheater for a ride over to Health Sciences. Weather looks excellent, about 60 at 8AM. Feel free to join, but please email me so we know to look out for you. Ride on! Christiaan

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SRTS Webinar today 2pm
by Frank Gmeindl 16 May '13

16 May '13

Maximizing District-Wide Impact of Safe Routes to School: Educating Principals and School Boards REGISTER HERE: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2217853838068397056

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Re: [Bikeboard] Sharrows- Bike Arlington
by Frank Gmeindl 13 May '13

13 May '13

Interesting indeed. In October 2007, the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board presented a sharrow plan for Morgantown. We proposed to install sharrows and R4-11 Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs throughout the prevailing bicycling network in Morgantown. The City Manager budgeted and City Council approved $35K for their installation. The WVDOH approved, then in October 2008, disapproved when they discovered that sharrows and R4-11 signs are not in the 2003 MUTCD which I believe they are still using. The 2009 MUTCD includes them. That's one reason we included adoption of the 2009 MUTCD in "WV Connecting Communities Legislative Agenda: Proposed Bicycle Legislation Changes". Did we do anything with that in the 2013 legislature? Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On May 13, 2013, at 3:20 PM, Ella Belling wrote: > Hello cyclists, > Thought this link was interesting enough to share… Ella > > Sharrows > Sharrows were federally approved and adopted after research by the U.S. Department of Transportation revealed that sharrows significantly increase the passing space between motor vehicles and bicyclists and reduce improper bicycle behavior, such as riding on the sidewalk or riding the wrong way on a street. Sharrows are expected to be officially adopted in Virginia by the end of 2010. Arlington however is following the lead of neighboring Washington, D.C. and Alexandria, and other bike-friendly cities such as Portland, Seattle, San Francisco and New York. The County is placing sharrows in locations that are popular with bicyclists and where streets form part of the bicycle network promoted on the County’s official bike map. > > http://www.bikearlington.com/pages/biking-in-arlington/sharrows/ > > > > > Ella Belling > Executive Director > Mon River Trails Conservancy > P.O. Box 282 > Morgantown, WV 26507 > www.montrails.org > 304-692-6782 > > >

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Fwd: Bike to Work Week, May 13-17 (Infographic)
by Frank Gmeindl 12 May '13

12 May '13

Stephanie created an excellent infographic that you might want to post somewhere. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Stephanie Averkamp <stephanie.averkamp(a)gmail.com> > Date: May 12, 2013 9:32:24 PM EDT > To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > Subject: Bike to Work Week, May 13-17 (Infographic) > > I'm a huge advocate of Bike to Work Week, and participate each year. I created an infographic documenting the health (and other) benefits of biking to work. > > Please support Bike to Work Week by embedding the following infographic on your website and sharing the benefits with your readers: > http://www.fitnessforweightloss.com/bike-to-work-week-infographic/ > > I am passionate about helping people get active and healthy. By promoting the health benefits of biking to work, perhaps we can convince a few more people to become bike commuters. > > Thank you, > Stephanie

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City Manager goals
by Frank Gmeindl 10 May '13

10 May '13

Attached are Jeff Mikorski's goals for his first 6 months as City Manager. He has certainly been supportive of the BB. I expect the new City Council should be supportive as well. However, we don't seem to be on their radar screens. Certainly by July when the new Council takes office, we should have a plan for getting Jeff and them behind us. I can imagine that crafting such a plan could also rejuvenate the BB. BTW, did anybody watch yesterday's webinar: "The Bottom Line: How bicycle and pedestrian projects offer economic benefits to communities"? I kept getting a Citrix error when I tried to log in and missed it. Presenting to Jeff and City Council how bicycling could benefit our local economy could include a strategy for achieving Jeff's goal 4, Encourage Economic Development. Also, I've seen claims that cities with substantial bicycling and walking are safer than motor centric cities. Gathering those studies and presenting them to Jeff and Council could them a strategy for achieving Jeff's goal 5 and maybe even shift his and Council's safety paradigm. Thoughts? Frank

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Fwd: Fwd: Bike Month Proclamation
by Frank Gmeindl 08 May '13

08 May '13

Marilyn, Thanks for your insights. Thanks also to Derek. Unless other BB members want me to press on with the Bike Month proclamation, I'm going to drop it. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Marilyn Newcome <mjcycling(a)msn.com> > Date: May 7, 2013 9:08:43 PM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bike Month Proclamation > > Frank, > > Doesn't seem worth the effort after the fact. The city seems like they are very busy. Hopefully we can get the Walgreens business award presented on time. > > Marilyn > > Sent from my Kindle Fire > > > > From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Sent: Tue May 07 12:49:04 EDT 2013 > To: "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> > Cc: Bethany Sypolt <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bike Month Proclamation > > FYI, do you think it's worth proclaiming Bike Month after Bike to School Day (tomorrow, May 8), Bike to Work Week (May 14-17), Bike to Work Day (May 17)? > > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From: Bethany Sypolt <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >> Date: May 7, 2013 11:24:21 AM EDT >> To: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com >> Cc: Linda Little <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Manilla, Jim" <jimmanilla(a)gmail.com> >> Subject: Re: Bike Month Proclamation >> >> Frank, >> >> City Council has 8 additional proclamations for tonight that have been completed more than a month ago; and the Mayor has made the determination to hold the bike month proc. until the May 21st meeting. Thanks for your understanding- as this was the last one submitted for this meeting and we are still completing paperwork from the election, the Clerk's Office would also benefit from the added time to type and format the requested proc. We are still inundated with work, and again, we thank you for understanding the need to push this back one meeting. >> >> Bethany D. Sypolt | Deputy City Clerk | City of Morgantown >> 389 Spruce Street, Room 10 | Morgantown, West Virginia 26505 >> direct 304.284.7439 | fax 304.284.7525 | www.morgantownwv.gov >> >> >> >> From: "Linda Little" <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >> To: "Bethany Sypolt" <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >> Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 11:19:31 AM >> Subject: Fwd: Bike Month Proclamation >> >> Bethany another Proc:) >> >> Linda Little, CMC >> City Clerk >> City of Morgantown >> 389 Spruce St. >> Morgantown WV. 26505 >> 304-284-7434 >> 304-284-7525(fax) >> llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org >> >> >> From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> >> To: "Jim Manilla" <jimmanilla(a)gmail.com> >> Cc: "Linda Little" <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> >> Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 11:10:20 AM >> Subject: Bike Month Proclamation >> >> Mr. Mayor, >> >> Would you please proclaim May as Bike Month in Morgantown? Following is the suggested content for a proclamation. I have copied Linda Little since she usually creates the proclamation document. >> >> Proclamation >> Whereas, Bicycle Friendly Communities attract highly educated residents that create diversified robust local economies; >> Whereas, the City of Morgantown has been recognized by the League of American Bicyclists as a Bicycle Friendly Community; >> Whereas, the City of Morgantown has a vision that all residents can enjoy bicycling safely and fearlessly anytime, anyplace for any reason; >> Whereas, Morgantown has a goal that by 2020, 5% of all trips in and through Morgantown will be made by bicycle; >> Whereas, Morgantown is implementing a Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan to realize its vision and achieve its goal; >> Whereas, May is National Bike Month; >> Now, Therefore, I, Jim Manilla, Mayor of the City of Morgantown do hereby proclaim the month of May 2013 as Bike Month in the City of Morgantown and encourage all citizen's to support bicycling within our community and to enjoy this activity's many benefits. >> >> For the past 3 years, the Mayor has proclaimed May as Bike Month in Morgantown. I hope you will do so again this year and perhaps doing so could re-energize us to return our attention to implementing the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan that City Council unanimously adopted last May. >> >> Frank D. Gmeindl >> LCI #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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Webinar today at 2 pm
by Frank Gmeindl 07 May '13

07 May '13

5/07/2013— "The Bottom Line: How bicycle and pedestrian projects offer economic benefits to communities" Presented by Darren Flusche, policy director, League of American Bicyclists' Ginny Sullivan, director of travel initiative, Adventure Cycling Association; and Mark Wyatt, executive director, Iowa Bicycle Coalition To register: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/833639306

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Fwd: Bike Month Proclamation
by Frank Gmeindl 07 May '13

07 May '13

FYI, do you think it's worth proclaiming Bike Month after Bike to School Day (tomorrow, May 8), Bike to Work Week (May 14-17), Bike to Work Day (May 17)? Begin forwarded message: > From: Bethany Sypolt <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: May 7, 2013 11:24:21 AM EDT > To: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com > Cc: Linda Little <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Manilla, Jim" <jimmanilla(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: Bike Month Proclamation > > Frank, > > City Council has 8 additional proclamations for tonight that have been completed more than a month ago; and the Mayor has made the determination to hold the bike month proc. until the May 21st meeting. Thanks for your understanding- as this was the last one submitted for this meeting and we are still completing paperwork from the election, the Clerk's Office would also benefit from the added time to type and format the requested proc. We are still inundated with work, and again, we thank you for understanding the need to push this back one meeting. > > Bethany D. Sypolt | Deputy City Clerk | City of Morgantown > 389 Spruce Street, Room 10 | Morgantown, West Virginia 26505 > direct 304.284.7439 | fax 304.284.7525 | www.morgantownwv.gov > > > > From: "Linda Little" <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: "Bethany Sypolt" <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 11:19:31 AM > Subject: Fwd: Bike Month Proclamation > > Bethany another Proc:) > > Linda Little, CMC > City Clerk > City of Morgantown > 389 Spruce St. > Morgantown WV. 26505 > 304-284-7434 > 304-284-7525(fax) > llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > To: "Jim Manilla" <jimmanilla(a)gmail.com> > Cc: "Linda Little" <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> > Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 11:10:20 AM > Subject: Bike Month Proclamation > > Mr. Mayor, > > Would you please proclaim May as Bike Month in Morgantown? Following is the suggested content for a proclamation. I have copied Linda Little since she usually creates the proclamation document. > > Proclamation > Whereas, Bicycle Friendly Communities attract highly educated residents that create diversified robust local economies; > Whereas, the City of Morgantown has been recognized by the League of American Bicyclists as a Bicycle Friendly Community; > Whereas, the City of Morgantown has a vision that all residents can enjoy bicycling safely and fearlessly anytime, anyplace for any reason; > Whereas, Morgantown has a goal that by 2020, 5% of all trips in and through Morgantown will be made by bicycle; > Whereas, Morgantown is implementing a Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan to realize its vision and achieve its goal; > Whereas, May is National Bike Month; > Now, Therefore, I, Jim Manilla, Mayor of the City of Morgantown do hereby proclaim the month of May 2013 as Bike Month in the City of Morgantown and encourage all citizen's to support bicycling within our community and to enjoy this activity's many benefits. > > For the past 3 years, the Mayor has proclaimed May as Bike Month in Morgantown. I hope you will do so again this year and perhaps doing so could re-energize us to return our attention to implementing the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan that City Council unanimously adopted last May. > > Frank D. Gmeindl > LCI #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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May Bike Board Meeting Agenda
by Gunnar Shogren 03 May '13

03 May '13

Good day all. Time for another information-filled evening! One important matter- Who is bringing the treats? ! Attached and following is the agenda for the meeting. ***************************** May Bike Board Meeting May 3, 2012 6:30pm - Morgantown Public Safety Building Open Action Items 197. Reconvene former BB workgroup to look at previous bike map to help Jing in his mapping project. 201. Damien Will discuss with DOH the possibility of adding two "Welcome to Suncrest" signs on the same poles as the BFC signs. * 205. Chip and Gunnar will reconvene parking committee to find the best place for two bike loops at the new farmer's market pavilion. * 209. Frank will ask the Spring Spectacular planning committee if they're okay with a state senator attending the event for a photo op. 210. Andrew will ask Colin to send a report from the singletrack project if he cannot make the May meeting. * 211. Frank will send the MAP 21 Webinar information to the entire BB. 212. Damien will forward the map of BFC sign placements to the BB. 213. Frank will follow up with Jim Manila to see if he can schedule his department heads to discuss the bike plan. 214. Traci will contact Than Saffle to find out if we can design a pocket commuter map for Bike to Work Day. 215. Frank will tell Chris Fletcher that the BB is planning recognition for the bike parking at the new Walgreens and that we hope to have it ready when the store opens. Agenda- * Schmooze Time * Last minute agenda items * Approve last month's minutes * Action Items * Ripe Bananas * Report from Projects Updates from Project leaders * Discuss the criteria and program guidelines for Bicycle Friendly Business; lead by Emily * Bike Board openings; Chet, Alice, etc. Nominate and vote for a new chair * Review meeting * Adjourn Ongoing Projects- 1. Bike racks at schools Jonathan, Alice, Marilyn 2. Bicycle safety programs at schools, teaching safety and Safe Routes to School Andrew, Frank 3. Create singletrack trails in city Colin, Andrew, Alice, Mark Wise, Ella Belling 4. Complete parking inventory, identify parking gaps Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien 5. Update SLM and STR sign locations Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Emily 6. Identify signs, markings, facilities on BikeMorgantown.com Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Traci 7. Other GIS ideas Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien 8. Show WVU bike racks on WVU google map of campus Traci 9. Represent BB on Connecting Communities Frank, Jonathan, Butch, Bill (liason) 10. Morgantown Bicycling & Transit Map Jing, Colin, Butch 11. White paper to recommend bike friendly elements in Evansdale & Hospital redevelopment Traci, Jonathan, Chip 12. Get all major employers rated Bicycle Friendly Businesses Chip, Jonathan, Emily 14. Implement Complete Streets action in Bicycle Plan Damien, Frank 15. Write grants (HSIP, etc.) Jeff Mikorski, Butch, Traci 17. Identify locations for installment of Bike Friendly Community Signs Damien, Traci 18. Build Stakeholder involvement Emily, Jonathan, Frank, Traci 19. Moving the Bicycle Plan forward Frank (reluctantly), Emily (but sure...) ********************

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absence last meeting and bike purchasing
by Jing Zhang 03 May '13

03 May '13

Hi, everyone, Sorry I was not able to come to the meeting last night. My driver’s license was expired and I have depended on my pregnant wife for transportation. Yesterday, she was too tired to go out, and so I did not come. I am planning to shop for a bicycle this weekend, preferably a mountain bike. Does anyone has any suggestions or warnings? Thanks, Jing From: bikeboard-bounces(a)bikemorgantown.com [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@bikemorgantown.com] On Behalf Of Damien Davis Sent: Friday, May 03, 2013 8:19 AM To: Gunnar Shogren Cc: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] May Bike Board Meeting Agenda As promised, the BFC sign map is attached. J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM Assistant City Engineer City of Morgantown Public Works Department - Engineering Division 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: 304.284.7398 Fax: 304.284.7409 www.MorgantownWV.gov _____ From: "Gunnar Shogren" <gshogren(a)gmail.com> To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: Thursday, May 2, 2013 9:46:18 PM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] May Bike Board Meeting Agenda Thanks who came to the meeting tonight. Nice that it didn't take all evening and Traci's iPad didn't run out of juice. And thank you Marilyn for bring the yummy treats! On another note, I found out who those bike parts belonged to Damien. Gerald Audet, a fine local rider/racer. He had posted all over the MBC list and facebook about his missing parts. I took full advantage of his situation and forced him to beg and plead. It felt very good. :) He is also very grateful to you. (I didn't take *all* the credit...) Have a nice evening and a good weekend coming up everyone! On Thu, May 2, 2013 at 8:24 AM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Good day all. > Time for another information-filled evening! > > One important matter- Who is bringing the treats? ! > > Attached and following is the agenda for the meeting. > ***************************** > May Bike Board Meeting > May 3, 2012 > 6:30pm - > Morgantown Public Safety Building > > Open Action Items > 197. Reconvene former BB workgroup to look at previous bike map to > help Jing in his mapping project. > 201. Damien Will discuss with DOH the possibility of adding two > "Welcome to Suncrest" signs on the same poles as the BFC signs. > * 205. Chip and Gunnar will reconvene parking committee to find the > best place for two bike loops at the new farmer's market pavilion. > * 209. Frank will ask the Spring Spectacular planning committee if > they're okay with a state senator attending the event for a photo op. > 210. Andrew will ask Colin to send a report from the singletrack > project if he cannot make the May meeting. > * 211. Frank will send the MAP 21 Webinar information to the entire BB. > 212. Damien will forward the map of BFC sign placements to the BB. > 213. Frank will follow up with Jim Manila to see if he can schedule > his department heads to discuss the bike plan. > 214. Traci will contact Than Saffle to find out if we can design a > pocket commuter map for Bike to Work Day. > 215. Frank will tell Chris Fletcher that the BB is planning > recognition for the bike parking at the new Walgreens and that we hope > to have it ready when the store opens. > > Agenda- > * Schmooze Time > * Last minute agenda items > * Approve last month's minutes > * Action Items > * Ripe Bananas > * Report from Projects > Updates from Project leaders > * Discuss the criteria and program guidelines for Bicycle Friendly > Business; lead by Emily > * Bike Board openings; Chet, Alice, etc. Nominate and vote for a new chair > * Review meeting > * Adjourn > > Ongoing Projects- > 1. Bike racks at schools > Jonathan, Alice, Marilyn > 2. Bicycle safety programs at schools, teaching safety and Safe > Routes to School > Andrew, Frank > 3. Create singletrack trails in city > Colin, Andrew, Alice, Mark Wise, Ella Belling > 4. Complete parking inventory, identify parking gaps > Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien > 5. Update SLM and STR sign locations > Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Emily > 6. Identify signs, markings, facilities on BikeMorgantown.com > Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Traci > 7. Other GIS ideas > Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien > 8. Show WVU bike racks on WVU google map of campus > Traci > 9. Represent BB on Connecting Communities > Frank, Jonathan, Butch, Bill (liason) > 10. Morgantown Bicycling & Transit Map > Jing, Colin, Butch > 11. White paper to recommend bike friendly elements in Evansdale & > Hospital redevelopment > Traci, Jonathan, Chip > 12. Get all major employers rated Bicycle Friendly Businesses > Chip, Jonathan, Emily > 14. Implement Complete Streets action in Bicycle Plan > Damien, Frank > 15. Write grants (HSIP, etc.) > Jeff Mikorski, Butch, Traci > 17. Identify locations for installment of Bike Friendly Community Signs > Damien, Traci > 18. Build Stakeholder involvement > Emily, Jonathan, Frank, Traci > 19. Moving the Bicycle Plan forward > Frank (reluctantly), Emily (but sure...) > ******************** _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Corrected Minutes
by Traci Liebig 02 May '13

02 May '13

Hi All, Here are corrections to the April minutes I first sent out on 4/12. Nothing too crazy changed--namely that I didn't know Jing and Emily were official and a few grammar and wording corrections from Frank. I'm also attaching the March minutes again, because I buggered up the attendance chart in the version I sent on 4/12. Think I'm straight now. See you soon! Traci

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Fwd: May E-News: National Bike Month, New Research and More
by Emily Vasile 02 May '13

02 May '13

Check out the featured state (#10)! Would love to see Morgantown added to the list of funded projects. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Safe Routes to School National Partnership < Safe_Routes_to_School_National_P(a)mail.vresp.com> Date: Wed, May 1, 2013 at 11:30 PM Subject: May E-News: National Bike Month, New Research and More To: emily.vasile(a)gmail.com <http://cts.vresp.com/fbl?59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/http%3A%2F%2Fhosted-p0.vresp…> <http://cts.vresp.com/ts?59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/http%3A%2F%2Fapi.addthis.com%…> <http://cts.vresp.com/ls?59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/http%3A%2F%2Fapi.addthis.com%…> ** [image: Safe Routes to School National Partnership eNews]<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/91a4279a…> MAY 2013 | ISSUE 87 Connect with Us [image: Twitter]<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/c3e0c17f…> <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/78939d58…> 1. Three New Studies on Walking and Bicycling to School, Complete Streets and Public Health Use them to strengthen your message Three new research studies contain findings that support Safe Routes to School goals and programs that aim to improve public health and the built environment through physical activity such as bicycling and walking to school. Use this research and data to strengthen your message and to help you show the proven benefits of your program. The resources section<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/7a261a17…>of our website is updated regularly to provide our partners and stakeholders with new studies and research. - Predictors of Children’s Active Commuting to School: An Observational Evaluation in Five US Communities<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/54ca9467…>| Journal of Physical Activity and Health - The Best Complete Streets Policies of 2012<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/beb129cc…>| Smart Growth America - The Long-Term Returns of Obesity Prevention Policies<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/555af71b…>| Robert Wood Johnson Foundation 2. Understanding the Impacts of the Federal Budget on Safe Routes to School Every spring, the President and Congress start the months-long process of setting spending levels for federal agencies and programs. In this month’s federal policy blog<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/7b480ce2…>, learn more about proposed 2014 spending levels for transportation and health programs that affect Safe Routes to School. There is also a short update on implementation of MAP-21, including two state-level successes in Idaho and Michigan! Finally, we congratulate Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx for his nomination as the next Secretary of Transportation. We are hopeful his perspective as mayor and on what communities need to be vibrant and economically competitive will be helpful during implementation of MAP-21 and the next transportation bill. The Senate still has to approve the nomination before Foxx will take office, which could take a few months yet, and until then Secretary LaHood remains at the head of the agency. 3. School Age Kids in California Are Walking 10 Percent More [image: kids-in-uniform-running-small] A new report<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/e459680a…>by travel behavior analyst Nancy McGuckin and the Safe Routes to School National Partnership reveals some impressive trends in how students are traveling to school around the state of California. The accompanying policy brief<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/c582868a…>also shows that safety for children traveling on California's streets has steadily improved since 2001. Safe Routes to School is clearly getting kids moving and keeping them safe in California. Thanks to Active Living Research for generously supporting the research which funded the report! + Read *Travel to School in California: Key Findings from the National Household Travel Survey*<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/da1e44ce…> 4. Registration for the 4th SRTS Conference and National Partnership Annual Meeting Launches May 8 The Safe Routes to School National Conference will be held in Sacramento, CA from August 13-15, 2013 and is the premier Safe Routes to School event for everyone seeking to improve walking and bicycling for school aged children. Organizers are creating an action-packed program offering 60 sessions including plenaries, breakouts, implementation workshops, and mind mixers, as well as seven tours of local model projects. Registration will launch on May 8th with “early bird” registration fees available through June 28th. The conference registration deadline is July 23rd. Register at www.saferoutesconference.org<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/39037f12…> . The Safe Routes to School National Partnership also encourages you to come to Sacramento a day early to attend our free Annual Meeting which will take place on Monday, August 12 from 1-5 PM, followed by a Safe Routes Social from 5-6 PM. Those of you from California can also sign-up for an Advocacy Day on the afternoon of Thursday, August 15 right after the conference ends. Online registration for the conference, our Annual Meeting and the California Advocacy Day will launch in May. 5. Three Reasons to Celebrate National Bike to School Day on May 8 May is National Bike Month, which means there are lots of reasons for kids and adults to get motivated to add physical activity into their daily lives through bicycling to school and around the community. Here are three important reasons to celebrate National Bike to School Day<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/e38c6944…>this year on May 8! - *Promoting Safety*: Encouraging walking and bicycling to school can help build support for infrastructure improvements in the broader community. Download a walkability checklist to evaluate how to improve safety at your school.<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/c6ea77af…> - *Creating Healthier Habits:* Walking and bicycling to school helps kids and adults get daily physical activity that improves heath. Find tips on creating a bicycle and pedestrian safety curriculum at your school.<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/b30131c7…> - *It’s Fun! *Walking school buses and bike trains are fun ways to interact with other families and strengthen community connections. Organize or join a bike train for kids and families at your school<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/f63532aa…> . 6. Upcoming Webinars on Working With Superintendents and Transportation Departments Our monthly technical assistance webinar series<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/b359957f…>features expert speakers, a chat feature for participants, and archived downloadable post-webinar recordings. Join us for these upcoming webinars: *Maximizing District-Wide Impact of Safe Routes to School: Educating Principals and School Boards * *May 16th, 2013 @ 2pm Eastern* – Register here<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/362a0dfa…> Join us for this hour-long webinar where we’ll explore strategies that principals and school boards are currently are employing to encourage more walking and bicycling to school. *Maximizing City Involvement in Safe Routes to School: Educating Municipal Transportation Departments and Practitioners* *June 20th, 2013 @ 2pm Eastern – *Register here<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/94f45fc9…> We’ll discuss how Safe Routes to School advocates can support municipal transportation departments and practitioners in identifying ways to safely get children active commuting to school. 7. New Faces of Advocacy The state network welcomes new advocacy organizers in FL and NJ Welcome aboard to Heather Murphy (our Florida advocacy organizer, who started April 22nd ) and Nora Shepard (our New Jersey advocacy organizer, who will officially join us on May 13th). We are fortunate to have such a robust network of passionate and qualified partners to draw from, enabling a seamless transition in our state advocacy team. We look forward to keeping the momentum going and growing in Florida and New Jersey! Take a look at our blogs to learn more about Heather (through her blog<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/ec203ee3…>) and Nora (in Laura Torchio's blog on "Passing the Torch"<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/3130443b…>) and visit our state pages to learn more about our full seven state network ( CA<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/ed69bbb2…>, FL<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/abd94a26…>, MS<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/4bbb192e…>, NC<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/cdf11e18…>, NJ<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/dc7eddc8…>, OH<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/a41b349b…>, TN<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/a5ffb450…> ). 8. Regional Network Update Growing body of research touts health benefits of active transportation As we end “Public Health Month” and enter “Bike Month,” we continue to highlight the growing body of research and news that touts the health benefits of active transportation. Marty Martinez, Bay Area policy manager, blogged about a recent study<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/7bf862d7…>that looked at how ongoing efforts in the San Francisco Bay Area to reduce reliance on automobiles would produce beneficial side effects for the region’s public health. According to this study, 99 percent of the public health benefits are attributable to increased physical activity levels rather than to decreased air pollution. This type of research is shaping development of regional planning documents, and ultimately leading to improvements in communities across the country. 9. Highlighted Blogs Shared Use Agreements – Advancing Policy in Tennessee<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/22ed1580…> Prioritizing Joint Use Agreements in Large Urban Areas<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/9f29aa2d…> 10. Featured State West Virginia Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin, in conjunction with the Federal Highway Administration and the West Virginia Division of Highways, in January 2013 presented $824,800 in federal funds for seven projects as part of the 2012 Safe Routes to School Grant Program. Safe Routes to School Projects in West Virginia include upgrading current school crossing systems, improving or creating ADA compliant sidewalks in the area of the schools, or creating safer access to a school's walking path and playground equipment. Senate Bill 158 passed unanimously in the West Virginia Senate on March 26, 2013. Previous attempts last year at passing a Complete Streets bill had failed to make it this far because some lawmakers feared that the bill would mandate projects. The current version of the bill does not mandate, but suggests and encourages municipalities to adopt an approach to future transportation designs and planning that would take pedestrians, bicyclists and public transportation into account. The bill would also create a 16-member Complete Streets Advisory Board that would make recommendations for design guidance and to track Complete Streets implementation for state transportation officials. + Read more.<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SafeRoutestoSchoolNa/59447573a8/bb3dcb26b5/0fca1ae4…> In this Issue 1. Three New Studies on Walking and Bicycling to School, Complete Streets and Public Health<#13e634a613c14ca7_Story1> 2. Understanding the Impacts of the Federal Budget on Safe Routes to School<#13e634a613c14ca7_Story2> 3. 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Bike Month/Week/Days Publicity
by Susan Sullivan 02 May '13

02 May '13

Hello! I heard Frank's report at the Traffic Commission last night - does anyone have press releases, or logos, or websites for these that I could put in our Government Access Channel, eNewsletter, website and social media? I'd be happy to share and create a proactive effort from the City to the residents! Susan Sullivan, Public Communications Manager City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 (304) 284-7426 - C (304) 844-8908 - F (304) 284-7430

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Fwd: Draft MMMPO LRTP
by Frank Gmeindl 01 May '13

01 May '13

Bicycle Board Members, As your representative on the MPO Citizens Advisory Committee, I will be happy to take your comments on the Long Range Transportation Plan to the MPO CAC at its meeting May 9. As stated in Bill's message below, you can read the LRTP at http://plantogether.org/Public%20Notices/PublicReview.html . The LRTP is such fun to read. One easy way to do it is to simply search for the word "bicycle" in any of the chapters. Chapter 9 is fun because it has all the great planned bicycle projects. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: April 29, 2013 5:17:05 PM EDT > To: "'Christopher M. Fletcher AICP'" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Terry Hough'" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Damien Davis'" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <rwsnyder301(a)comcast.net>, <jegdeg(a)comcast.net>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, "'Radabaugh, Bryan L'" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov>, "'Keller, Perry J'" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "'Slack, Alanna J'" <Alanna.J.Slack(a)wv.gov>, "'Williams, Donald L'" <Donald.L.Williams(a)wv.gov>, <director(a)moncpc.org>, "Tim Ball" <tball(a)mub.org>, <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Patricia Diederich'" <planner(a)moncpc.org>, <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, "'Michael Clow'" <mclow(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'John E. Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, "'Shoukry, Fouad N'" <Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov> > Subject: Draft MMMPO LRTP > > > MPO Committee Members, > > We will be considering the MPO’s Updated Long Range Transportation Plan during the Committee meetings next week. There are a few details still being finalized in some of the chapters but I wanted to give everyone the opportunity to begin reviewing the draft document now because it is so large. The Chapters that are completed are available at the MPO’s website at the link below. The TIP Amendments under consideration are also available on the same web page. > > http://plantogether.org/Public%20Notices/PublicReview.html > > A complete agenda for the upcoming MPO committee meetings will be sent before the end of the week. I look forward to seeing you at next week’s meetings. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or if I may be of any assistance. > > Regards, > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it’s time to pause and reflect.” -Mark Twain > “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” -Marilyn Monroe > > >

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Rightsizing streets webinar - NEVERMIND, IT'S FULL
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Apr '13

30 Apr '13

I didn't know a Webinar could be full but I tried to register for this one and was rejected because it's full. Sorry! Maybe I'll go ride now instead. 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..

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Rightsizing streets webinar - 2:30 TODAY
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Apr '13

30 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..

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Vote Today
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Apr '13

30 Apr '13

Please remember to vote today if you haven't already.

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Fwd: [MonBikeClub] Fwd: Todd May Event - Farmer Cline and Campbell Bike Helmet giveaway
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Apr '13

27 Apr '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: 4ank <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Date: April 27, 2013 9:27:33 AM EDT > To: monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com > Subject: Re: [MonBikeClub] Fwd: Todd May Event - Farmer Cline and Campbell Bike Helmet giveaway > Reply-To: monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com > > Thanks, Steve! What time do you think you'll be there? > > I've asked Ryan Serritella for specifics about exactly where to meet and who to see at Mylan Park on May 11. I'll let you know when I hear from him. > > This will be a good opportunity to get kids started right and to demonstrate that cyclists are respectable members of the community. > > On Friday, April 26, 2013 8:17:47 PM UTC-4, Steve Harouff wrote: > Frank count me in also. > > On Apr 18, 2013 3:59 PM, "Frank Gmeindl" <fgme...(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Here's an opportunity to enhance our relationship with police and other emergency responders. > > Fit helmets on kids 10 am - 4 pm at Mylan Park Sat. May 11. > > Respond to me or Ryan Serritella <ry...(a)groupmatrix.com> at your earliest convenience. > > 4ank > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From: "Ryan Serritella" <ry...(a)groupmatrix.com> >> Date: April 8, 2013 1:32:42 PM EDT >> To: <bikemor...(a)gmail.com> >> Cc: "Richard Sackett" <sac...(a)groupmatrix.com> >> Subject: Todd May Event - Farmer Cline and Campbell Bike Helmet giveaway >> >> Hi Frank, >> >> It was nice speaking with you today. Below are the details of the event. Any assistance you or your volunteers could provide would be greatly appreciated. >> The law office of Farmer Cline and Campbell will provide all of the helmets and booth space. We’d need your organizations help with fittings, bike safety checks, the road course, etc… We’ll probably need 10-15 volunteers. It will be a great event and well worth their time! >> >> Thanks! >> >> Todd D. May Emergency Responders Fair >> Saturday, May 11 10:00am-4:00pm at expo center at Mylan Park >> >> This is an event that police, fire, ambulance and military organizations have following a day of statewide training on Friday. Last year we had a WKKW promote leading up to the event and then Kovals sponsored a remote broadcast during the event. We had a few dozen fire/EMS vehicles, police cars, military equipment and a helicopter from HealthNet all on display. The objective is to invite families out so kids can get used to being around emergency responders in case they need help in the future. There were displays on fire safety, SWAT stormed a mock house and then they lit it on fire to show how firemen put out a blaze. We had a great turnout with families and lots of kids on site. This would be perfect to have car seats checked, bike helmets, etc since it's geared towards kids to start with. >> >> Event sponsor Farmer Cline and Campbell will be giving away free helmets to children 14 and under, providing bike safety checks and hosting a bike road course with prizes. >> >> Best, >> >> Ryan Serritella >> GROUP MATRIX >> (518) 724-3732 office >> (866) 901-8111 fax >> ryan(a)groupmatrix.com >> www.groupmatrix.com >> >> GROUP MATRIX is the #1 firm in Personal Injury Advertising and Practice Management. >> For nearly 30 years, we have been developing America’s largest and most successful Personal Injury practices. >> We currently serve over 50 cities, representing the most visible and dominant names. >> CEO Richard Sackett is a CLE and AAJ guest speaker and is often retained as an expert on attorney advertising regulation. >> To learn more, visit www.groupmatrix.com or email ryan(a)groupmatrix.com. >> > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Mon Bike Club" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to monbikeclub...(a)googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups "Mon Bike Club" group. > To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/monbikeclub/NZJSNDJSmyw/unsubscribe?hl=en. > To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, send an email to monbikeclub+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > >

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May Bike Board Meeting
by Gunnar Shogren 26 Apr '13

26 Apr '13

It's just around the corner folks! w00t. Thursday May 2nd. Anyone got things that need to be added to the agenda? If you know of folks that would like to help out w/ cycling in Morgantown but don't feel compelled to unless they get a "title", then have them step up now! We have a few openings and would love to get some like-minded folks to join us in making our community more cycling friendly. Thanks y'all and have a swell weekend.

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Fwd: Todd May Event - Farmer Cline and Campbell Bike Helmet giveaway
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Apr '13

26 Apr '13

Here's an opportunity to enhance our relationship with police and other emergency responders. Fit helmets on kids 10 am - 4 pm at Mylan Park Sat. May 11. Respond to me or Ryan Serritella <ryan(a)groupmatrix.com> at your earliest convenience. 4ank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Ryan Serritella" <ryan(a)groupmatrix.com> > Date: April 8, 2013 1:32:42 PM EDT > To: <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com> > Cc: "Richard Sackett" <sackett(a)groupmatrix.com> > Subject: Todd May Event - Farmer Cline and Campbell Bike Helmet giveaway > > Hi Frank, > > It was nice speaking with you today. Below are the details of the event. Any assistance you or your volunteers could provide would be greatly appreciated. > The law office of Farmer Cline and Campbell will provide all of the helmets and booth space. We’d need your organizations help with fittings, bike safety checks, the road course, etc… We’ll probably need 10-15 volunteers. It will be a great event and well worth their time! > > Thanks! > > Todd D. May Emergency Responders Fair > Saturday, May 11 10:00am-4:00pm at expo center at Mylan Park > > This is an event that police, fire, ambulance and military organizations have following a day of statewide training on Friday. Last year we had a WKKW promote leading up to the event and then Kovals sponsored a remote broadcast during the event. We had a few dozen fire/EMS vehicles, police cars, military equipment and a helicopter from HealthNet all on display. The objective is to invite families out so kids can get used to being around emergency responders in case they need help in the future. There were displays on fire safety, SWAT stormed a mock house and then they lit it on fire to show how firemen put out a blaze. We had a great turnout with families and lots of kids on site. This would be perfect to have car seats checked, bike helmets, etc since it's geared towards kids to start with. > > Event sponsor Farmer Cline and Campbell will be giving away free helmets to children 14 and under, providing bike safety checks and hosting a bike road course with prizes. > > Best, > > Ryan Serritella > GROUP MATRIX > (518) 724-3732 office > (866) 901-8111 fax > ryan(a)groupmatrix.com > www.groupmatrix.com > > GROUP MATRIX is the #1 firm in Personal Injury Advertising and Practice Management. > For nearly 30 years, we have been developing America’s largest and most successful Personal Injury practices. > We currently serve over 50 cities, representing the most visible and dominant names. > CEO Richard Sackett is a CLE and AAJ guest speaker and is often retained as an expert on attorney advertising regulation. > To learn more, visit www.groupmatrix.com or email ryan(a)groupmatrix.com. >

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250-mile ride across WV for 4-H....
by Derek Springston 25 Apr '13

25 Apr '13

BB Members, Just saw this in my WVU news feed and thought you might like to read about this or get involved. Have a nice day, ~Derek *Donate now to support cyclists riding to send kids to 4-H camp* Training is underway for a 250-mile bike ride across West Virginia to raise scholarship money to help send youths to 4-H camp programs. The 25 riders participating in “Outspoken for 4-H” hope to raise $20,000 by the event kickoff on June 13. Celebrating its 10th year, the ride has enjoyed much success ensuring campers can attend camp at a low cost. Over the past 10 years, Outspoken cyclists have raised more than $50,000. Many 4-H’ers take part in the event as riders and as volunteers. Twenty-two cyclists crossed the state last year, stopping at county 4-H camps to promote healthy lifestyles and show their 4-H pride. The ride finishes at Older Members Conference State 4-H Camp at WVU Jackson’s Mill near Weston, W.Va. More online: http://wvutoday.wvu.edu/n/2013/04/25/donate-now-to-support-cyclists-riding-… -- *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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Bike Rack @ Morgantown Market Place
by Kathy Evans 25 Apr '13

25 Apr '13

Frank, It is the consensus of the Board Of Directors of the Morgantown Farmers Market Growers Association to agree with Tom Arnold's alternate location for the bike rack rather than under the Market Place Pavilion.? We appreciate your interest in serving our biking customers, however we feel the location that Tom is suggesting a better choice. Thank You, Kathy Evans Pres. MFMGA

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Farmers Market Bicycle Parking
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Apr '13

24 Apr '13

Damien, Could you please reply-all to this message and attach the photos that you took last week that show the bicycle parking locations in the Morgantown Market Place? This morning, I spoke with Tom Arnold. He said that installing one post-and-loop device in each of the cross-hatched triangles as planned could interfere with vendors that occupy those spaces when the Farmers Market is operating. Since each post will be only 18" from the curb that separates the rain gardens from the asphalt, perhaps they won't interfere with the vendors on Farmers Market days. Could someone receiving this message show the photos to the appropriate Farmers association representative and get their take on it? Since we didn't have a post-and-loop rack when we took the photos, I've attached a photo of one for your convenience. Of course, if bicycles are locked to the post-and-loop racks more space would be used. Traditionally, the Farmers association has provided a small portable comb type bicycle rack at the Market entrance on market days. If they could continue doing so, perhaps a solution would be to install the post-and-loop racks as planned; "bag" them Friday night so bicycles will not be parked at them on Saturday morning; and have the Farmers association continue to provide the comb rack when the farmers market is operating. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Complete Streets Act waiting Governor's signature!
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 22 Apr '13

22 Apr '13

Good news for the Complete Street Act! It awaits the Governor's signature. http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Bill_Status/bills_history.cfm?year=2013&sessio… An interesting part of this bill is that is provides §17-4A-3, a Complete Streets Advisory Board. -Jonathan

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Month Proclamation
by Jim Manilla 22 Apr '13

22 Apr '13

Thanks Linda and Frank On Monday, April 22, 2013, Linda Little wrote: > We will get it ready:) > > Linda Little, CMC > City Clerk > City of Morgantown > 389 Spruce St. > Morgantown WV. 26505 > 304-284-7434 > 304-284-7525(fax) > llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org <javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', > 'llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org');> > > > ------------------------------ > *From: *"Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com <javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', > 'fgmeindl(a)gmail.com');>> > *To: *"Jim Manilla" <jimmanilla(a)gmail.com <javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', > 'jimmanilla(a)gmail.com');>> > *Cc: *"Linda Little" <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org <javascript:_e({}, > 'cvml', 'llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org');>>, "Jeff Mikorski" < > jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org <javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', > 'jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org');>>, "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com<javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', 'bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com');>Board" < > bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com <javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', > 'bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com');>> > *Sent: *Monday, April 22, 2013 11:10:20 AM > *Subject: *Bike Month Proclamation > > Mr. Mayor, > > Would you please proclaim May as Bike Month in Morgantown? Following is > the suggested content for a proclamation. I have copied Linda Little since > she usually creates the proclamation document. > > Proclamation > Whereas, Bicycle Friendly Communities attract highly educated residents > that create diversified robust local economies; > Whereas, the City of Morgantown has been recognized by the League of > American Bicyclists as a Bicycle Friendly Community; > Whereas, the City of Morgantown has a vision that all residents can enjoy > bicycling safely and fearlessly anytime, anyplace for any reason; > Whereas, Morgantown has a goal that by 2020, 5% of all trips in and > through Morgantown will be made by bicycle; > Whereas, Morgantown is implementing a Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan to > realize its vision and achieve its goal; > Whereas, May is National Bike Month; > Now, Therefore, I, Jim Manilla, Mayor of the City of Morgantown do hereby > proclaim the month of May 2013 as Bike Month in the City of Morgantown and > encourage all citizen's to support bicycling within our community and to > enjoy this activity's many benefits. > > For the past 3 years, the Mayor has proclaimed May as Bike Month in > Morgantown. I hope you will do so again this year and perhaps doing so > could re-energize us to return our attention to implementing the Greater > Morgantown Bicycle Plan that City Council unanimously adopted last May. > > Frank D. Gmeindl > LCI #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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Bike Month Proclamation
by Frank Gmeindl 22 Apr '13

22 Apr '13

Mr. Mayor, Would you please proclaim May as Bike Month in Morgantown? Following is the suggested content for a proclamation. I have copied Linda Little since she usually creates the proclamation document. Proclamation Whereas, Bicycle Friendly Communities attract highly educated residents that create diversified robust local economies; Whereas, the City of Morgantown has been recognized by the League of American Bicyclists as a Bicycle Friendly Community; Whereas, the City of Morgantown has a vision that all residents can enjoy bicycling safely and fearlessly anytime, anyplace for any reason; Whereas, Morgantown has a goal that by 2020, 5% of all trips in and through Morgantown will be made by bicycle; Whereas, Morgantown is implementing a Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan to realize its vision and achieve its goal; Whereas, May is National Bike Month; Now, Therefore, I, Jim Manilla, Mayor of the City of Morgantown do hereby proclaim the month of May 2013 as Bike Month in the City of Morgantown and encourage all citizen's to support bicycling within our community and to enjoy this activity's many benefits. For the past 3 years, the Mayor has proclaimed May as Bike Month in Morgantown. I hope you will do so again this year and perhaps doing so could re-energize us to return our attention to implementing the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan that City Council unanimously adopted last May. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #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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Fwd: May Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Apr '13

19 Apr '13

Any items for the TC May 1 meeting? Begin forwarded message: > From: "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: April 18, 2013 4:39:53 PM EDT > To: <psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us>, "Margaret Roberts" <Margaretormike(a)aol.com>, "Barbara Shellito" <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Bethany Sypolt" <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Linda Little" <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Susan Sullivan" <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Terry Hough" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, <normawyant(a)comcast.net>, <christophergluck(a)gmail.com>, "Dave McKain" <dave.mckain(a)gmail.com>, <j4im3s(a)gmail.com>, "lisa k mardis" <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com>, "William Wyant" <wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Julie Thalman" <Julie.Thalman(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <wes(a)wnugent.com>, "Roy Nutter" <rnutter(a)wvu.edu> > Subject: Re: May Traffic Commission Meeting > > I will be out of town on May 1, if that's the date of the meeting, but I would like an update on: > 1) letter to Terri Hough re: process of identifying streets to pave each year > 2) request to DOH to study the redesignating route 7 to Green Bag - city taking ownership of Brockway corridor > 3) response from CC re budget request made to City Council for $200,000 > 4) DOH studies of no turn on red & changing ped signals in downtown > 5) letter to City Manager (Terrence) re: process for selecting projects in the CIP > > Thanks > Christiaan > > >>> On 4/18/2013 at 4:20 PM, <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> wrote: > All, > > Please send me any items that you would like to discuss at the May meeting. Thank you. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov >

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BB against bike lanes?
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Apr '13

19 Apr '13

At the last BB meeting, in response to a statement that the BB is opposed to bike lanes, I mentioned presentations that the BB has made to various bodies including City Council and the MPO. For those of you that joined the BB after 2010, you might be interested in the presentation at https://www.dropbox.com/sh/8cmukjrcuqnczuc/0Ej8VsNaZ6 . Slides 13 - 23 discuss bike lanes and where they make sense. This presentation was delivered to the conference of WV MPO's in Oct. 2010. An almost identical earlier version was presented, September 2009 to the Morgantown Monongalia MPO. The whole world is learning how to accommodate bicycles and bike lanes are only one option. Countries such as Germany that had many bike lanes and bike paths has removed many that they have found made cycling less safe. We should all learn from others' experience. Quoting from page 17 of the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan, "Bike lanes are appropriate · on arterials where the speed difference between motor vehicles and bicycles is high (>15 mph) and · there are no or few collectors and · collector traffic volume is low." (A collector is a side street.) But also quoting from page 17 of the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan, "Bike lanes may increase the incidence of crashes at crossings because cyclists are less visible in the bike lane than in the travel lane. Three common causes of crashes at crossings are the “right hook”, “left cross” and “drive out”. Right hook: motorist looks left turns right into cyclist in the bike lane. Left cross: motorist turns left into a cyclist in the bike lane who was obscured by the motor vehicles in the travel lane. Drive out: motorist pulls out in front of the cyclist in the bike lane because the motorist’s view of the cyclist was obscured by parked cars to the right of the bike lane or trees, shrubs and other obstacles in the sight line between the motorist and the cyclist in the bike lane. With more motorists talking on cell phones, texting, looking at their GPS and other distractions, it becomes ever more imperative that cyclist visibility not be compromised by positioning the cyclist where he or she can’t be seen. Bike lanes can lead both motorists and cyclists to believe that bicyclists belong in the bike lanes and not on the roadway. When a bicyclist chooses to move from the bike lane into the travel lane, the belief that the bicyclist belongs in the bike lane can lead to conflicts, crashes and injury. When bike lanes are installed the following actions should be considered to preclude these conflicts: Terminating the bike lane sufficient distance from intersection to enable the cyclist to safely merge into travel lane in advance of the intersection; Appropriate signage warning motorists that cyclists may merge at probable merge points, signage informing motorists that cyclists may use the travel lane, enforcement including citing motorists that do not yield to cyclists where appropriate and education campaigns including billboards, TV spots, radio PSAs and newspaper articles to educate motorists and bicyclists that it is lawful and indeed safer sometimes to merge from the bike lane or bike trail onto the roadway." Frank

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Fwd: Greene County Safety Day
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Apr '13

19 Apr '13

What are we doing for youth development? In at least one past year, Nick Hein supported this activity. This seems to be an opportunity to support youth development as well as to enhance cyclists' relationship with Greene County residents. What do you want to do? 4ank Begin forwarded message: > From: jeff wright <jrpswright(a)yahoo.com> > Date: April 18, 2013 9:50:54 PM EDT > To: "bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com" <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Greene County Safety Day > Reply-To: jeff wright <jrpswright(a)yahoo.com> > > Hello, > > This e-mail is regarding our phone conversation on April 18th I spoke with you regarding Safety Day in Greene County, PA. Safety Day will be held Friday, May 10, 2013 at the Greene County Fairgrounds. If you have a bicycle safety program appropriate for 3rd and 4th graders we would love to have you present at Safety Day. We are expecting approximately 185 children and their teachers from Carmichaels Elementary. We are hoping to have 10-12 stations that the students will rotate through related to safety. Presenters will be ask to set up at the fairgrounds that morning between 8:00 and 8:30 AM. The students should arrive around 9:00 and spend the day visiting the presenters until 2:00. > > Please e-mail me or call, 724-833-3619 or 724-324-2954, to let me know if you will be able to join us for Safety Day. > > Thank you, > Pam Wright

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Fwd: Greene County Safety Day
by BikeMorgantown 19 Apr '13

19 Apr '13

What are we doing for youth development? In at least one past year, Nick Hein supported this activity. This seems to be an opportunity to support youth development as well as to enhance cyclists' relationship with Greene County residents. What do you want to do? 4ank Begin forwarded message: > From: jeff wright <jrpswright(a)yahoo.com> > Date: April 18, 2013 9:50:54 PM EDT > To: "bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com" <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Greene County Safety Day > Reply-To: jeff wright <jrpswright(a)yahoo.com> > > Hello, > > This e-mail is regarding our phone conversation on April 18th I spoke with you regarding Safety Day in Greene County, PA. Safety Day will be held Friday, May 10, 2013 at the Greene County Fairgrounds. If you have a bicycle safety program appropriate for 3rd and 4th graders we would love to have you present at Safety Day. We are expecting approximately 185 children and their teachers from Carmichaels Elementary. We are hoping to have 10-12 stations that the students will rotate through related to safety. Presenters will be ask to set up at the fairgrounds that morning between 8:00 and 8:30 AM. The students should arrive around 9:00 and spend the day visiting the presenters until 2:00. > > Please e-mail me or call, 724-833-3619 or 724-324-2954, to let me know if you will be able to join us for Safety Day. > > Thank you, > Pam Wright

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Bike Month Proclamation
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Apr '13

19 Apr '13

What do you think of this? Whereas, Bicycle Friendly Communities attract highly educated residents that create diversified robust local economies; Whereas, the City of Morgantown has been recognized by the League of American Bicyclists as a Bicycle Friendly Community; Whereas, the City of Morgantown has a vision that all residents can enjoy bicycling safely and fearlessly anytime, anyplace for any reason; Whereas, Morgantown has a goal that by 2020, 5% of all trips in and through Morgantown will be made by bicycle; Whereas, Morgantown is implementing a Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan to realize its vision and achieve its goal; Whereas, May is National Bike Month; Now, Therefore, I, Jim Manilla, Mayor of the City of Morgantown do hereby proclaim the month of May 2013 as Bike Month in the City of Morgantown and encourage all citizen's to support bicycling within our community and to enjoy this activity's many benefits. For at least the past 3 years, the Mayor has proclaimed May Bike Month in Morgantown (see attached). Should we make that happen again this year? Frank

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Fwd: Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Apr '13

18 Apr '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: April 18, 2013 5:27:34 PM EDT > To: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Jim Manilla <jimmanilla(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Mon Blvd Bicycle Climbing Lane > > Damien, > > I think I can speak on behalf of all the cyclists that ride up Mon Blvd. between Eighth St. and Evansdale Dr. when I ask you to extend our gratitude to the WVDOH for the excellent job they did this morning sweeping and then washing the uphill shoulder. Through the winter, a fair amount of gravel and other debris collected there making the ascent more difficult than it already is and presented increased risk of flat tires and weaving to avoid debris. Hopefully, it will stay clean for a while and encourage more people to ride their bikes between Evansdale and Downtown instead of using their cars. > > Frank

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Fwd: Join the Excitement: Join the National Bike Challenge!
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Apr '13

17 Apr '13

Any interest in this? Begin forwarded message: > From: Katie Omberg <Katie(a)bikeleague.org> > Date: April 12, 2013 2:41:12 PM EDT > To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Join the Excitement: Join the National Bike Challenge! > > Dear Frank, > > > > As a Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community, we know that Morgantown is invested in cycling. Because of your community’s passion for cycling, we invite you to join us in the 2013 National Bike Challenge! The Challenge is a free and fun program to help people across the country improve their health, save on transportation, and protect the environment. The Challenge also provides a way to promote teamwork within local businesses, create a healthier community, and get people excited about bicycling. > > > > To learn more about the Challenge, visit www.nationalbikechallenge.org and watch this welcome video. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask, and we’ll see you on the road! > > > > Best, > > > > Katie > > > > > > > > KATIE OMBERG, Outreach and Events Manager > KATIE(a)BIKELEAGUE.ORG | 202-621-5455 > > THE LEAGUE OF AMERICAN BICYCLISTS > WWW.BIKELEAGUE.ORG > > TWITTER | FACEBOOK | YOUTUBE > > May is National Bike Month; Learn more here! > > >

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April Minutes (and corrected March Minutes)
by Traci Liebig 12 Apr '13

12 Apr '13

Hi All! Attached are the April minutes and addenda, as well as the March minutes, which have been corrected to include the attendance chart as requested. Also, I'd like to make a plug for a WVU event at which bike ideas could be shared-- please join the WVU sustainability committee for an interactive town hall meeting to introduce the university’s sustainability strategic plan. Learn what WVU is already doing, tell us what you’re doing, and tell us what you’d like to see in sustainability in the following strategic objective areas: education, research, and innovation; institutional stewardship; student engagement; public service and civic engagement; and communication. Where: Shenandoah Room, Mountainlair Time: 2:30– 5 PM Date: Thursday, April 18th Light refreshments will be served. Thanks! Mrs. K

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Re: [Bikeboard] Contemplated Bike Board Recognition - Walgreens
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Apr '13

10 Apr '13

Thanks, Chris! I'm copying the Bicycle Board. As I mentioned, we haven't defined the recognition yet. I'm hoping we'll have it defined by May, National Bike Month and be able to present it to Mr. Sanders then. Do you think we should give him a heads up or just wait until we actually have something to present? Frank On Apr 10, 2013, at 2:57 PM, Christopher Fletcher wrote: > Mr. Gmeindl: > > Good afternoon. My development/construction contact with the Walgreens project in Sabraton provided me a contact concerning the contemplated Bike Board recognition...Mr. James Sanders, Store Manager, 304-826-6897. > > Please advise how you wish to proceed. > > Thank you. > > Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP > Director of Development Services > City of Morgantown > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > (o) 304-284-7431 > (c) 304-906-7843 > cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org > >

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Fwd: PBIC News: Free Webinar on MAP-21 funding options
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Apr '13

09 Apr '13

At tonight's BB meeting, I took an action item to copy the Board on a MAP-21 funding webinar that Jeff Mikorski is hosting in Council Chambers next Tuesday Apr. 9 at 2 pm. The more of us that attend the better synergy we'll achieve. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: April 2, 2013 9:31:56 AM EDT > To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Cc: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Re: PBIC News: Free Webinar on MAP-21 funding options > > Christiaan, > > Thanks for the notice. I would like see the webinar but I have a meeting at 3:00 pm, so I can only be a part of the first hour. If your interested, we can host the webinar in the Council Chambers room, then have a followup meeting on strategy for grant applications. > > Sincerely, > > Jeff Mikorski ICMA-CM > Interim City Manager > City of Morgantown, West Virginia > 304-284-7404 > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board" <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > To: "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Sent: Monday, April 1, 2013 9:57:45 AM > Subject: Fw: PBIC News: Free Webinar on MAP-21 funding options > > > > Jeff & Damien - > I strongly urge you to sit in on this webinar next Tuesday at 2:00. Darren & Peter are excellent at what they do. Instead of the meeting I asked for to simply discuss the project funding estimates that I requested of Damien, maybe we could sit-in together on this webinar to help us understand the big picture to fund some pedestrian & bicycle infrastructure this year (the 20% local match I proposed during the budget process). This could actually be a great meeting to include Frank of the Bicycle Board (cc'd) and maybe even Bill Austin from the MPO (also cc'd). > > I'd be happy to come to your offices or we could meet in mine in the Coliseum. If the time & date of the webinar don't work we could watch it together later when it is posted on the web. Thank you both for your great work! > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantownwv.gov/government/advisory-boards/pedestrian-safety-bo… > > > > > > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: PBIC News <PBIC_News(a)mail.vresp.com> > To: walkmgw(a)yahoo.com > Sent: Tuesday, March 26, 2013 9:07 AM > Subject: PBIC News: Free Webinar on MAP-21 funding options - Corrected > > > > PBIC News Brief -- News from the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center > > 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: http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/5dd821312f/3dca12abfc/5e98774b…. > > The Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21 st 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 > http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/5dd821312f/3dca12abfc/e09c6429… > http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/5dd821312f/3dca12abfc/3830a4d3… > 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. Non-Profits Email Free with VerticalResponse!

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Fwd: Walgreen Bicycle Parking
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Apr '13

08 Apr '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Jennifer Selin <jselin(a)hotmail.com> > Date: April 6, 2013, 10:27:48 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Walgreen Bicycle Parking > > I like the idea of the decal!!! > > Connector between Suncrest Middle and Panera Bread? I'm not sure of its status in your plan. Urban Landscape has a plan for it. Kara would have it. > > Jenny Selin > Cell 304-685-6569 > > On Apr 5, 2013, at 5:39 PM, "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Today, Chris Fletcher and I discussed Walgreen recognition. Chris did not have any preconceived notions about how it should be done. >> >> I explained that the Bicycle Board would like to use this opportunity to inspire other businesses to provide bicycle parking as well as to become bicycle friendly businesses. I said that I didn't think recognition from the BB would be as valuable to businesses as recognition from the City Manager, the Mayor or the Chamber of Commerce. Chris felt that the Mayor would be most appropriate to present the recognition. Chris took an action item to ask the Walgreen developer how they would like to receive the recognition. Chris also recognized the value of Walgreen stating that they installed bicycle parking because it is good for business as well as because the City encouraged them to do so. >> >> I told Chris that the BB is developing a local Bicycle Friendly Business decal that the Mayor could present to Walgreen so they could display it on their entrance. It would be nice if we could get all this done before the end of May, National Bike Month. >> >> We also discussed other opportunities for improving bicycle connectivity throughout the City. We discussed First St. between Jones Av. and Jones place. Recall that the Jones Place developer agreed to replace the stairs that go up there and to install a bicycle tray alongside the sidewalk so cyclists could walk their bikes up it alongside the steps. Chris showed me some wonderful drawings of a bike/ped connector through that corridor from Jones to Lorentz. I agreed to send Chris the photos of various bike trays that we provided several months ago to the Traffic Commission to pass on to the Jones Place developer. There are many at http://tinyurl.com/bl8zgpk and a few selected from there at https://www.dropbox.com/sh/xquc4lbloa8r91n/OPyjZOafkO . >> >> We also discussed the opportunity to install a bicycle tray alongside the stairway that leads from the Law School Dr. up to the asphalt path that goes to the Law School adjacent to the section of Jones Av. that terminates behind Terrace Heights apartments. Chris meets monthly with WVU and will present this idea to them .Hugh Kierig is one of the WVU staff with whom he meets. >> >> Am I missing any bicycling connector opportunities that aren't already in the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan, https://www.dropbox.com/s/2qudksezy7cl4et/Morgantown_Bicycle_Plan_v15.docx ? >> >> Frank >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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March Minutes . . . at the last minute
by Traci Liebig 06 Apr '13

06 Apr '13

Hello BB, March minutes are attached. I just got married, so you'll forgive me for my extreme lateness, right? I printed a few copies. Also, I promised at the last meeting to send the BB instructions to see bike rack locations on the WVU beta map. Here's the link: http://beta.campusmap.wvu.edu/ Here's the instructions: 1) Click the link and look for the buildings listed in blue on the lefthand side of the map. 2) Click 'Student Recreation Center' 3) An 'A' and 'B' show up on the lefthand side. Underneath 'A-Student Recreation Center' click 'What's near here?' 3) Look over at the map. Bike racks are denoted on the map with a gray box that has a P and a little bike person on it. 4) Not too many clicks, but how would you really know to do that? See you in a bit, Traci Traci Liebig Conservation Specialist Facilities Management West Virginia University P.O. Box 6570 Morgantown, WV 26506 304.293.9500 wecan.wvu.edu Think before you print. Thanks!

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Walgreen Bicycle Parking
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Apr '13

05 Apr '13

Today, Chris Fletcher and I discussed Walgreen recognition. Chris did not have any preconceived notions about how it should be done. I explained that the Bicycle Board would like to use this opportunity to inspire other businesses to provide bicycle parking as well as to become bicycle friendly businesses. I said that I didn't think recognition from the BB would be as valuable to businesses as recognition from the City Manager, the Mayor or the Chamber of Commerce. Chris felt that the Mayor would be most appropriate to present the recognition. Chris took an action item to ask the Walgreen developer how they would like to receive the recognition. Chris also recognized the value of Walgreen stating that they installed bicycle parking because it is good for business as well as because the City encouraged them to do so. I told Chris that the BB is developing a local Bicycle Friendly Business decal that the Mayor could present to Walgreen so they could display it on their entrance. It would be nice if we could get all this done before the end of May, National Bike Month. We also discussed other opportunities for improving bicycle connectivity throughout the City. We discussed First St. between Jones Av. and Jones place. Recall that the Jones Place developer agreed to replace the stairs that go up there and to install a bicycle tray alongside the sidewalk so cyclists could walk their bikes up it alongside the steps. Chris showed me some wonderful drawings of a bike/ped connector through that corridor from Jones to Lorentz. I agreed to send Chris the photos of various bike trays that we provided several months ago to the Traffic Commission to pass on to the Jones Place developer. There are many at http://tinyurl.com/bl8zgpk and a few selected from there at https://www.dropbox.com/sh/xquc4lbloa8r91n/OPyjZOafkO . We also discussed the opportunity to install a bicycle tray alongside the stairway that leads from the Law School Dr. up to the asphalt path that goes to the Law School adjacent to the section of Jones Av. that terminates behind Terrace Heights apartments. Chris meets monthly with WVU and will present this idea to them .Hugh Kierig is one of the WVU staff with whom he meets. Am I missing any bicycling connector opportunities that aren't already in the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan, https://www.dropbox.com/s/2qudksezy7cl4et/Morgantown_Bicycle_Plan_v15.docx ? Frank

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Photos from 3/19 Bicycle Valet
by Emily Vasile 05 Apr '13

05 Apr '13

Hi All, Last night Gunnar asked about photos from the Bicycle Valet at the showing of Switch last month. Here's a link to the album<https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10151362000856938&type=1>in case you missed it. Great work Jonathan, Traci, and Damien in making it happen! Emily

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bikeboard Digest, Vol 78, Issue 13
by Susan Sullivan 05 Apr '13

05 Apr '13

Hello! Could Frank also let me know when the recognition for Walgreens will be? I'll announce it, and if pictures are taken (or need to be!), I can share those, too! Susan Susan Sullivan, Public Communications Manager City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 (304) 284-7426 - C (304) 844-8908 - F (304) 284-7430 ----- Original Message ----- From: bikeboard-request(a)bikemorgantown.com To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: Friday, April 5, 2013 12:00:04 PM Subject: Bikeboard Digest, Vol 78, Issue 13 Send Bikeboard mailing list submissions to bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to bikeboard-request(a)bikemorgantown.com You can reach the person managing the list at bikeboard-owner(a)bikemorgantown.com When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of Bikeboard digest..." Today's Topics: 1. Action Items from April Meeting (Traci Liebig) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Fri, 05 Apr 2013 09:10:32 -0400 From: "Traci Liebig" <Traci.Liebig(a)mail.wvu.edu> To: <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: [Bikeboard] Action Items from April Meeting Message-ID: <515E95080200003F000C945C(a)WVUGW01.wvu.edu> Content-Type: multipart/mixed; boundary="=__PartF2C2F058.0__=" This is a MIME message. If you are reading this text, you may want to consider changing to a mail reader or gateway that understands how to properly handle MIME multipart messages. --=__PartF2C2F058.0__= Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="=__PartF2C2F058.1__=" --=__PartF2C2F058.1__= Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Good Morning BB! =20 Here are this month's action items. See you at the Banff circus. =20 Traci =20 =20 209. Frank will ask the Spring Spectacular planning committee if they're = okay with a state senator attending the event for a photo op. 210. Andrew will ask Colin to send a report from the singletrack project = if he cannot make the May meeting. 211. Frank will send the MAP 21 Webinar information to the entire BB. = Done! 212. Damien will forward the map of BFC sign placements to the BB. 213. Frank will follow up with Jim Manila to see if he's schedule his = department heads to discuss the bike plan. 214. Traci will contact Than Saffle to find out if we can design a pocket = commuter map for Bike to Work Day. 215. Frank will tell Chris Fletcher that the BB is planning recognition = for the bike parking at the new Walgreens and that we hope to have it = ready when the store opens. --=__PartF2C2F058.1__= Content-Type: text/html; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Content-Description: HTML <HTML><HEAD> <META content=3D"text/html; charset=3Dutf-8" http-equiv=3DContent-Type> <META name=3DGENERATOR content=3D"MSHTML 9.00.8112.16470"></HEAD> <BODY style=3D"MARGIN: 4px 4px 1px; FONT: 10pt Segoe UI"> <DIV>Good Morning BB!</DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV>Here are this month's action items. See you at the Banff circus.</DIV>= <DIV> </DIV> <DIV>Traci</DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV> <HR> </DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV>209. Frank will ask the Spring Spectacular planning committee if = they're okay with a state senator attending the event for a photo = op.</DIV> <DIV>210. Andrew will ask Colin to send a report from the singletrack = project if he cannot make the May meeting.</DIV> <DIV>211. Frank will send the MAP 21 Webinar information to the entire BB. = <STRONG>Done!</STRONG></DIV> <DIV>212. Damien will forward the map of BFC sign placements to the = BB.</DIV> <DIV>213. Frank will follow up with Jim Manila to see if he's schedule his = department heads to discuss the bike plan.</DIV> <DIV>214. Traci will contact Than Saffle to find out if we can design a = pocket commuter map for Bike to Work Day.</DIV> <DIV>215. Frank will tell Chris Fletcher that the BB is planning recognitio= n for the bike parking at the new Walgreens and that we hope to have it = ready when the store opens.</DIV></BODY></HTML> --=__PartF2C2F058.1__=-- --=__PartF2C2F058.0__=-- ------------------------------ _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard End of Bikeboard Digest, Vol 78, Issue 13 *****************************************

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Action Items from April Meeting
by Traci Liebig 05 Apr '13

05 Apr '13

Good Morning BB! Here are this month's action items. See you at the Banff circus. Traci 209. Frank will ask the Spring Spectacular planning committee if they're okay with a state senator attending the event for a photo op. 210. Andrew will ask Colin to send a report from the singletrack project if he cannot make the May meeting. 211. Frank will send the MAP 21 Webinar information to the entire BB. Done! 212. Damien will forward the map of BFC sign placements to the BB. 213. Frank will follow up with Jim Manila to see if he's schedule his department heads to discuss the bike plan. 214. Traci will contact Than Saffle to find out if we can design a pocket commuter map for Bike to Work Day. 215. Frank will tell Chris Fletcher that the BB is planning recognition for the bike parking at the new Walgreens and that we hope to have it ready when the store opens.

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April Bike Board Meeting Agenda
by Gunnar Shogren 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

Here is the agenda. Please review, let me know if I goofed up in some way. Attached as well. Only lie/fib on there is that I'm gonna let Christiaan give his talk straight away after schmooze time. Attached find his report as a pdf. ******* April Bike Board Meeting April 4, 2012 6:30pm - Morgantown Public Safety Building Open Action Items 197. Gunnar will reconvene the group who is working on the Walk/Bike Transit Map referred to in action item 194. 198. Andrew will seek out a first year WVU cycling student to get involved with the bike board. Gunnar "will hound" WVU cycling as well. :) 199. Damien will request a parking space and/or loading space on street in front of the Met once Traci gets event details about the Festival of Ideas (FOI) event on March 19th at the Met 200. Traci will find out if there will be a bus in front of the met and what exactly the plans are for the FOI event 201. Damien will ask Fred (with DOH?) if it's possible to put 'Welcome to Suncrest' signs on the same poles as the two BFC signs that were erected in Suncrest 202. Jonathan will photograph and send specs of the rack that's sitting at Positive Spin that's meant for Suncrest Middle/Matt Watson 203. Damien will find out if the city can transport the rack from PS to Suncrest Middle. 204. Frank will send someone Matt Watson's phone number (but we never decided who he would give it to) 205. Chip and Gunnar will reconvene parking committee to find the best place for two bike loops at the new farmer's market pavilion 206. Derek will email BB to see who will help him get photos at Suncrest Middle for the Saris bike corral opportunity 207. Frank will let Butch know if he needs him to provide information on informal group rides for the LAB 'success stories' application 208. Traci will scan the activities suggested by LAB for Bike to Work Day and email the bike board with the ones she thinks are most attainable and are a good fit for Morgantown Agenda- * Schmooze Time * Last minute agenda items * Approve last month's minutes * Action Items * Ripe Bananas * Report from Bike Summit; lead by Christaan * Report from Projects Updates from Project leaders * Bike locker graphics, bike parking in the Farmers Market; lead by Frank * Cycling-related info on the Trip Advisor Morgantown site; lead by Derek * Saris Rack Corral Contest follow-up; lead by Derek or Emily * Kid's Day; lead by Emily * Bike to Work Day May 17th; lead by Traci * Nominate and vote for a new chair * Review meeting * Adjourn Ongoing Projects- 1. Bike racks at schools Jonathan, Alice, Marilyn 2. Bicycle safety programs at schools, teaching safety and Safe Routes to School Andrew, Frank 3. Create singletrack trails in city Colin, Andrew, Alice, Mark Wise, Ella Belling 4. Complete parking inventory, identify parking gaps Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien 5. Update SLM and STR sign locations Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Emily 6. Identify signs, markings, facilities on BikeMorgantown.com Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Traci 7. Other GIS ideas Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien 8. Show WVU bike racks on WVU google map of campus Traci 9. Represent BB on Connecting Communities Frank, Jonathan, Butch, Bill (liason) 10. Morgantown Bicycling & Transit Map Jing, Colin, Butch 11. White paper to recommend bike friendly elements in Evansdale & Hospital redevelopment Traci, Jonathan, Chip 12. Get all major employers rated Bicycle Friendly Businesses Chip, Jonathan, Emily 14. Implement Complete Streets action in Bicycle Plan Damien, Frank 15. Write grants (HSIP, etc.) Jeff Mikorski, Butch, Traci 17. Identify locations for installment of Bike Friendly Community Signs Damien, Traci 18. Build Stakeholder involvement Emily, Jonathan, Frank, Traci 19. Moving the Bicycle Plan forward ?? ********

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Fwd: HB 3021 Bicycle Saftey not passed by House today :(
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: April 4, 2013 9:34:47 AM 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: Fwd: HB 3021 Bicycle Saftey not passed by House today :( > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcag.org> > Date: Wed, Apr 3, 2013 at 5:20 PM > Subject: HB 3021 Bicycle Saftey not passed by House today :( > To: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > > > WV Connecting Communities (this report is from Gary who was in the House gallery last night) -- > Bad news: > > Our HB3021 did not make the cut today. It was on the agenda and brought up for a passage vote when Rep Cadle (R) Mason got up and ranted and raved about how he was a truck driver and it takes 1,000 feet to stop a tractor trailer going 60 MPH and what’s he going to do crash into the oncoming car, run over the cyclist or run off the road? Of course none of this makes any sense but sense and reason sometimes takes a hike in the Chamber. It was enough to spook leadership… > > At that point Del Fleischauer got up and gave a good defense but Speaker Thompson had our bill moved to the “foot of the bills” and then when it came back up had it laid over a day, effectively killing it because today is the last day to move bills out of the House to the Senate. I was told the Speaker was concerned that they didn’t know if they had the votes to pass the bill so rather than letting it go down with a no vote they put it off the calendar for today. > > I’ll be looking for a “horse” - a bill that is already still alive and running that we can insert (amend) some or all of our bill into. This is a tricky maneuver and needs a lot of help from committee chairs and leadership so it’s a longshot but worth a try. > > Gary Zuckett, for WV Connecting Communities > > > > > > From: Christiaan Abildso [mailto:Christiaan.Abildso@mail.wvu.edu] > Sent: Wednesday, April 03, 2013 2:21 PM > To: Tom Heywood; Gail Pitchford; Charles Holley; Don Spencer; Frank Gmeindl; Andrea Salina; 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; Craig Slaughter > Cc: Susie K Salisbury; Tom Lane; Jodi Urbanic; Rod Watkins > Subject: Re: HB3021 > > > All - > Update: Senate Bill 158 (Compete Streets Act) is scheduled to be taken up in the House Committee on Government Organization tomorrow, Thursday, April 4 at 9:30 a.m. > Christiaan > > >>> On 4/2/2013 at 3:58 PM, <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> 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 > >

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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..

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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. > > >

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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 >> >

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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 >

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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.

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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> >>

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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

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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*

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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

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New Bike Rack
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Apr '13

01 Apr '13

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

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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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Re: [Bikeboard] Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Mar '13

18 Mar '13

Did they read the rationales provided in WV Connecting Communities Legislative Agenda: Proposed Bicycle Legislation Changes or just the draft bill? On Mar 18, 2013, at 2:46 PM, Kasey Russell wrote: > Thoughts? > Thanks, kasey > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Webster, Brent <brent.webster(a)charlestonwvpolice.org> > Date: Mon, Mar 18, 2013 at 10:54 AM > Subject: FW: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > To: "Russell, Kasey" <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > > > Kasey, > > Please review Lt. Williams’ response and opinion. I agree with him. Pay particular attention to his thoughts in yellow. I never thought about that when I first read the strike throughs. Thanks > > > > > > > > > > Brent L .Webster > > Chief of Police > > City of Charleston > > (304) 348-6460 > > > > From: Williams, Shawn > Sent: Monday, March 18, 2013 10:47 AM > To: Webster, Brent > Subject: RE: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > > > > My only concern is someone like ***** who expects us to measure 4 feet or less on all vehicles passing a bicyclist. Also, if you take Washington Street for example, at four feet you will be forced to cross the double yellow line in the opposing lane. I think the words safe and reasonable are better than an actual distance. > > > > Under 17C-11-5, taking the “a” and “c” out, undercut safety for cyclist in my opinion. > > > > Shawn > > > > From: Webster, Brent > Sent: Monday, March 18, 2013 10:36 > To: Williams, Shawn > Subject: FW: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > > > > > > > > Do you have any thoughts on this? She wants an honest opinion so don’t hold back. Thanks > > > > > > Brent L .Webster > > Chief of Police > > City of Charleston > > (304) 348-6460 > > > > From: Kasey [mailto:russell.kasey@gmail.com] > Sent: Sunday, March 17, 2013 3:22 PM > To: Webster, Brent > Subject: Fwd: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > > > > Chief Webster, would you be able to offer me your opinion on a proposed state law requiring motorists to pass cyclists at a four foot distance. My new nonprofit is behind this legislation. We would be willing to drop the four to three. > > I would love to hear your perspective. > > Thanks, kasey > > Sent from my iPhone > > > Begin forwarded message: > > From: "Gary Zuckett" <garyz(a)wvcag.org> > Date: March 15, 2013, 6:32:01 PM EDT > To: "Kasey Russell" <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > > > Kasey, > > Here is the draft 2 of the bill. Can you look it over too? > > Thanks > > G > > Your message is ready to be sent with the following file or link > attachments: > > 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > > > Note: To protect against computer viruses, e-mail programs may prevent > sending or receiving certain types of file attachments. Check your e-mail > security settings to determine how attachments are handled. > > CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE: This e-mail and any attachments are confidential and may be protected by legal privilege. If you are not the recipient, be aware that any disclosure, copying, distribution or use of this e-mail or any attachment is prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify us immediately by returning it to the sender and delete this copy from your system. Thank you for your cooperation. > >

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Fwd: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Mar '13

18 Mar '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: March 18, 2013 3:22:36 PM EDT > To: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > > Thanks, Kasey. > > Frank > > On Mar 18, 2013, at 3:15 PM, Kasey Russell wrote: > >> Just the bill. I have city council tonight and will bring the package. Another great idea :)! >> >> On Mon, Mar 18, 2013 at 3:06 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: >> Did they read the rationales provided in WV Connecting Communities Legislative Agenda: Proposed Bicycle Legislation Changes or just the draft bill? >> >> >> On Mar 18, 2013, at 2:46 PM, Kasey Russell wrote: >> >>> Thoughts? >>> Thanks, kasey >>> >>> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >>> From: Webster, Brent <brent.webster(a)charlestonwvpolice.org> >>> Date: Mon, Mar 18, 2013 at 10:54 AM >>> Subject: FW: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc >>> To: "Russell, Kasey" <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> >>> >>> >>> Kasey, >>> >>> Please review Lt. Williams’ response and opinion. I agree with him. Pay particular attention to his thoughts in yellow. I never thought about that when I first read the strike throughs. Thanks >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Brent L .Webster >>> >>> Chief of Police >>> >>> City of Charleston >>> >>> (304) 348-6460 >>> >>> >>> >>> From: Williams, Shawn >>> Sent: Monday, March 18, 2013 10:47 AM >>> To: Webster, Brent >>> Subject: RE: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc >>> >>> >>> >>> My only concern is someone like ***** who expects us to measure 4 feet or less on all vehicles passing a bicyclist. Also, if you take Washington Street for example, at four feet you will be forced to cross the double yellow line in the opposing lane. I think the words safe and reasonable are better than an actual distance. >>> >>> >>> >>> Under 17C-11-5, taking the “a” and “c” out, undercut safety for cyclist in my opinion. >>> >>> >>> >>> Shawn >>> >>> >>> >>> From: Webster, Brent >>> Sent: Monday, March 18, 2013 10:36 >>> To: Williams, Shawn >>> Subject: FW: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Do you have any thoughts on this? She wants an honest opinion so don’t hold back. Thanks >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Brent L .Webster >>> >>> Chief of Police >>> >>> City of Charleston >>> >>> (304) 348-6460 >>> >>> >>> >>> From: Kasey [mailto:russell.kasey@gmail.com] >>> Sent: Sunday, March 17, 2013 3:22 PM >>> To: Webster, Brent >>> Subject: Fwd: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc >>> >>> >>> >>> Chief Webster, would you be able to offer me your opinion on a proposed state law requiring motorists to pass cyclists at a four foot distance. My new nonprofit is behind this legislation. We would be willing to drop the four to three. >>> >>> I would love to hear your perspective. >>> >>> Thanks, kasey >>> >>> Sent from my iPhone >>> >>> >>> Begin forwarded message: >>> >>> From: "Gary Zuckett" <garyz(a)wvcag.org> >>> Date: March 15, 2013, 6:32:01 PM EDT >>> To: "Kasey Russell" <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> >>> Subject: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc >>> >>> >>> Kasey, >>> >>> Here is the draft 2 of the bill. Can you look it over too? >>> >>> Thanks >>> >>> G >>> >>> Your message is ready to be sent with the following file or link >>> attachments: >>> >>> 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc >>> >>> >>> Note: To protect against computer viruses, e-mail programs may prevent >>> sending or receiving certain types of file attachments. Check your e-mail >>> security settings to determine how attachments are handled. >>> >>> CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE: This e-mail and any attachments are confidential and may be protected by legal privilege. If you are not the recipient, be aware that any disclosure, copying, distribution or use of this e-mail or any attachment is prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify us immediately by returning it to the sender and delete this copy from your system. Thank you for your cooperation. >>> >>> >> >> >

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Fwd: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Mar '13

18 Mar '13

Here we go! Any suggested response? Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: March 18, 2013 2:46:06 PM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Steve Fowler <smf(a)pffwv.com>, Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcag.org> > Subject: Fwd: FW: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > > Thoughts? > Thanks, kasey > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Webster, Brent <brent.webster(a)charlestonwvpolice.org> > Date: Mon, Mar 18, 2013 at 10:54 AM > Subject: FW: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > To: "Russell, Kasey" <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > > > Kasey, > > Please review Lt. Williams’ response and opinion. I agree with him. Pay particular attention to his thoughts in yellow. I never thought about that when I first read the strike throughs. Thanks > > > > > > > > > > Brent L .Webster > > Chief of Police > > City of Charleston > > (304) 348-6460 > > > > From: Williams, Shawn > Sent: Monday, March 18, 2013 10:47 AM > To: Webster, Brent > Subject: RE: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > > > > My only concern is someone like ***** who expects us to measure 4 feet or less on all vehicles passing a bicyclist. Also, if you take Washington Street for example, at four feet you will be forced to cross the double yellow line in the opposing lane. I think the words safe and reasonable are better than an actual distance. > > > > Under 17C-11-5, taking the “a” and “c” out, undercut safety for cyclist in my opinion. > > > > Shawn > > > > From: Webster, Brent > Sent: Monday, March 18, 2013 10:36 > To: Williams, Shawn > Subject: FW: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > > > > > > > > Do you have any thoughts on this? She wants an honest opinion so don’t hold back. Thanks > > > > > > Brent L .Webster > > Chief of Police > > City of Charleston > > (304) 348-6460 > > > > From: Kasey [mailto:russell.kasey@gmail.com] > Sent: Sunday, March 17, 2013 3:22 PM > To: Webster, Brent > Subject: Fwd: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > > > > Chief Webster, would you be able to offer me your opinion on a proposed state law requiring motorists to pass cyclists at a four foot distance. My new nonprofit is behind this legislation. We would be willing to drop the four to three. > > I would love to hear your perspective. > > Thanks, kasey > > Sent from my iPhone > > > Begin forwarded message: > > From: "Gary Zuckett" <garyz(a)wvcag.org> > Date: March 15, 2013, 6:32:01 PM EDT > To: "Kasey Russell" <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > > > Kasey, > > Here is the draft 2 of the bill. Can you look it over too? > > Thanks > > G > > Your message is ready to be sent with the following file or link > attachments: > > 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > > > Note: To protect against computer viruses, e-mail programs may prevent > sending or receiving certain types of file attachments. Check your e-mail > security settings to determine how attachments are handled. > > CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE: This e-mail and any attachments are confidential and may be protected by legal privilege. If you are not the recipient, be aware that any disclosure, copying, distribution or use of this e-mail or any attachment is prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify us immediately by returning it to the sender and delete this copy from your system. Thank you for your cooperation. > >

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Fwd: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Mar '13

18 Mar '13

Attached is the draft bill resulting from the legislative agenda that the BB recommended to West Virginia Connecting Communities. Any comments? The attached draft bill does not include our recommendation for the state to adopt the 2009 MUTCD. That will be addressed in a separate bill. Please give me your comments ASAP as I would like to respond to Kasey no later than Tuesday. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: March 15, 2013 7:20:45 PM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Steve Fowler <SMF(a)pffwv.com> > Subject: Fwd: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc > > Frank and Steve, please review this legislation. We finally got something! > Kasey > > Sent from my iPhone > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From: "Gary Zuckett" <garyz(a)wvcag.org> >> Date: March 15, 2013, 6:32:01 PM EDT >> To: "Kasey Russell" <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> >> Subject: Emailing: 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc >> >> >> Kasey, >> >> Here is the draft 2 of the bill. Can you look it over too? >> >> Thanks >> >> G >> >> Your message is ready to be sent with the following file or link >> attachments: >> >> 2013R2708.wpd 1A AREDRAFT OF 2708.doc >> >> >> Note: To protect against computer viruses, e-mail programs may prevent >> sending or receiving certain types of file attachments. Check your e-mail >> security settings to determine how attachments are handled. >> >

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WVU Festival of Ideas at Met
by Susan Sullivan 15 Mar '13

15 Mar '13

Hello: I asked to be added to a distribution list for when the completed release for the Switch film screening was complete so that I could publicize the bike valet and the work by the Bike Board, but I have not received it. Can someone please forward that to me? Susan Susan Sullivan, Public Communications Manager City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 (304) 284-7426 - C (304) 844-8908 - F (304) 284-7430

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Pgh gets Bike Share
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Mar '13

14 Mar '13

Pgh. will have bike share Spring 2014. http://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2013/03/11/mayor-announces-new-bike-share-pi… They got $1.6M federal funding. Pgh. that started installing Shared Lane Markings a year after we proposed to do so in 2007 is now 16th highest bicycle commuting city in the nation and named one of the nation's top 30 bicycle friendly cities. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Win a Saris Bike Corral
by Derek Springston 13 Mar '13

13 Mar '13

Bike Board Members, As promised, here are my task recommendations to proceed with sending a photo for the SARIS rack contest. So far Jonathan, Emily, and I are working on this. *Would anyone else like to help? *It has to be submitted by the 29th of March, so we don't have much time to act. I'd like folks to *volunteer for the tasks below today and tomorrow*. Then we'll proceed. *Tasks* 1. *Derek - *Contact Black Bear owners to see if they mind us asking Mr. Sellaro about the bike rack as we had considered last year. I don't want to spend a whole lot of time on this since we did last year, but if Mr. Sellaro is ok with it, then we'll proceed. 2. *Any BB Member or SARIS committee* *member* - Submit locations you think would be appropriate for Saris rack in order to Develop list of possible businesses and locations around town that would provide greatest need for a rack. 3. *Volunteer?* - Email BB for vote on top 5 locations (or so) to pursue contacting. 4. *Volunteer?* - Develop list of contact information and call for permission to take photo of their location with a group of staged cyclists and/or students, others. Establish time to take photo with each business. Would be best to schedule these photos perhaps as part of a small group ride on Saturday or Sunday so we can get them all done at once, but would be nice not to have the same exact people in each one! 5. *Volunteer?* - Round up group of volunteer cyclists for scheduled times. Could use Mon Bike Club, Bike Board, or WVU Cycling Club, etc to round folks up. 6. *Emily and volunteer cyclists* - Take photos at locations 7. *Volunteer?* - Submit Photos to Saris 8. *Volunteers?* - Post article on Morgantownbike.com, Facebook, talk to friends about voting for our picture(s) after March 29th on the Saris website. *Please volunteer to help today or tomorrow! * ~Derek On Mon, Mar 4, 2013 at 1:59 PM, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Cool, thanks Derek. See you Thursday! > > Emily > > > On Sun, Mar 3, 2013 at 8:20 AM, Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com>wrote: > >> Gunnar and Emily, >> In prep for Thursday and this opportunity, I can dig up the old emails to >> the Black Bear folks in case we wish to try with them again. >> Thanks Jonathan. I can be part of the team to help with this again. >> Derek >> >> "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 >> On Mar 1, 2013 7:03 PM, "Gunnar Shogren" <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> On Fri, Mar 1, 2013 at 5:22 PM, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com> >>> wrote: >>> > >>> > Thanks for sending this out, Jonathan. Can we add this to our agenda >>> for >>> > this week, Gunnar? >>> >>> You bet we can! >>> Who wants to take charge of this? Emily? Jonathan? Bueller? >>> (Emily might not know that we half tried this last year...) >>> >>> > >>> > >>> > On Fri, Mar 1, 2013 at 1:13 PM, Jonathan Rosenbaum >>> > <director(a)positivespin.org> wrote: >>> >>> Woah! >>> I just now saw your new email Jonathan! Congrats. >>> Oh do tell!! >>> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> Enter the Saris Bike Corral Photo Contest >>> >> >>> >> 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 and upload your picture and >>> description >>> >> using the form by March 29 >>> >> >>> >> Option 2: >>> >> >>> >> Email your photo to Heather at hfortune(a)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 >>> >> >>> >> 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. >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> _______________________________________________ >>> >> 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 >>> >> > -- *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 contest...
by Derek Springston 12 Mar '13

12 Mar '13

Jonathan, I am writing on behalf of the Morgantown, WV Bicycle Board. We are planning to submit to the SARIS Bike Corral program. Can you provide us with the rack's specs, installation recommendations, and any other documents you might have which could help us convince folks in our area that they want this rack? How many locations are we allowed to submit? :) 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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Listen 10am to Senate CTI discuss Complete Streets
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 12 Mar '13

12 Mar '13

Thanks to Christiaan for the heads up. This morning, you can listen <http://www.legis.state.wv.us/live.cfm> to the Senate Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure discuss Senate Bill 158 <http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb158%20int…> which concerns the creation of the Complete Streets Act, beginning at 10:00 a.m. It is sure to be interesting. -Jonathan

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Bike Racks at Schools
by Andrew Pathfinder 11 Mar '13

11 Mar '13

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

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Fwd: WVCC Annual Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Mar '13

11 Mar '13

FYI. WVCC meeting May 1, 10-11:30 am in Charleston. Begin forwarded message: > From: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Date: March 11, 2013 11:14:06 AM 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: "Kirk, Lolita" <Lolita.Kirk(a)wv.gov>, gary.rhineheart(a)wv.gov, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> > Subject: WVCC Annual Meeting > > Hello WVCC Members -- our annual meeting will be held Wednesday, May 1 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. If anyone is interested in lunch following the meeting, please let me know. We will meet at the Kanawha-Charleston Health Dept. at 108 Lee Street, East, in downtown Charleston. We will have access to teleconferencing and other fancy technology. If there are items you would like to see on the agenda, please let me know. > > Also, Gary Zuckett has been able to get our cycling legislation down to bill drafting in the House thanks to Delegate Danny Wells, Kanawha County. I will send the bill draft out as soon as I have a copy. We hope to have Senator McCabe do the same in the Senate but we are waiting on his final approval. > > Senate Bill 158 - the Complete Streets Act - is on the agenda of the Senate Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on Tuesday, March 12 at 10:00 a.m. If anyone is in Charleston and can attend this meeting, please let me know. > > > Thanks, Kasey > Kasey Russell > 304.542.1994 >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike valet ?
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Mar '13

09 Mar '13

Hi Mark, On March 19; 6:30 pm at the Met Theatre, the WVU Festival of Ideas is presenting Switch, http://festivalofideas.wvu.edu/archive/scott-tinker - a movie at 6:30 followed by a lecture. I would guess the valets would be needed 6-9:30. Jonathan Rosenbaum, the current Director of Positive Spin announced at last Thursday's regular monthly Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board meeting that Positive Spin is going to provide bicycle parking and bicycle valet service for Switch attendees that arrive on bicycles. Some Bicycle Board members, including Traci Liebig volunteered to try to provide a bike rack. Nobody volunteered to be valets. I expect Jonathan Rosenbaum is the Point of Contact. I copied him as well as some of the others that volunteered to help; as well as the whole Bicycle Board. Jonathan's phone number is 304-599-2370. Frank On Mar 9, 2013, at 4:43 PM, mwthorne(a)access.k12.wv.us wrote: > Frank, The South Bike Club is curious! What and when is the event needing bike valets? We might very well be interested if the date and time are good. I e-mailed Traci ? who was addressed in the e-mail you forwarded, but have yet to hear from her. Mark

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Switch Film Screening
by Traci Liebig 08 Mar '13

08 Mar '13

Hi BB, WVU Events likes our idea and is happy to have us there. The speaker does not have a bus or anything, so the area in front of the Met should be clear if Damien wants to ask for that space for bike valet parking. The press release is slated to go out on March 13th, so we need to have our details firmed up by then to get them included. They are willing to give us a small table in the foyer as well to promote what we want to promote (I would suggest Bike Month type stuff and/or the GIS map that shows road ratings). Once we have details, I can vet a little write up through the BB and then get it to University News. So--- the next step would be for me to ask my facilities group if we can borrow the comb racks we have. Is that what you want me to do or do you want to talk to this person with the contraption? We will also need a volunteer to babysit the bikes because WVU will not what to be liable for any potential theft. Our final task should be personally encouraging folks to ride their bikes to the screening so we don't have a bunch of empty racks in the street! Thanks! Traci Traci Liebig Conservation Specialist Facilities Management West Virginia University P.O. Box 6570 Morgantown, WV 26506 304.293.9500 wecan.wvu.edu Think before you print. Thanks!

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MET Theatre
by Susan Sullivan 08 Mar '13

08 Mar '13

Hello! Since this is a MET Theatre event, I could publicize it for you guys! Traci, could you add me to your distribution list for this information? Thanks so much! Susan Susan Sullivan, Public Communications Manager City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 (304) 284-7426 - C (304) 844-8908 - F (304) 284-7430 ----- Original Message ----- From: bikeboard-request(a)bikemorgantown.com To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: Friday, March 8, 2013 12:00:12 PM Subject: Bikeboard Digest, Vol 77, Issue 21 Send Bikeboard mailing list submissions to bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to bikeboard-request(a)bikemorgantown.com You can reach the person managing the list at bikeboard-owner(a)bikemorgantown.com When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of Bikeboard digest..." Today's Topics: 1. Switch Film Screening (Traci Liebig) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:06:16 -0500 From: "Traci Liebig" <Traci.Liebig(a)mail.wvu.edu> To: <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: [Bikeboard] Switch Film Screening Message-ID: <5139B8180200003F000C77A6(a)WVUGW01.wvu.edu> Content-Type: multipart/mixed; boundary="=__Part86B6E378.0__=" This is a MIME message. If you are reading this text, you may want to consider changing to a mail reader or gateway that understands how to properly handle MIME multipart messages. --=__Part86B6E378.0__= Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="=__Part86B6E378.1__=" --=__Part86B6E378.1__= Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Hi BB, =20 WVU Events likes our idea and is happy to have us there. The speaker does = not have a bus or anything, so the area in front of the Met should be = clear if Damien wants to ask for that space for bike valet parking. =20 The press release is slated to go out on March 13th, so we need to have = our details firmed up by then to get them included. They are willing to = give us a small table in the foyer as well to promote what we want to = promote (I would suggest Bike Month type stuff and/or the GIS map that = shows road ratings). =20 Once we have details, I can vet a little write up through the BB and then = get it to University News. So--- the next step would be for me to ask my = facilities group if we can borrow the comb racks we have. Is that what you = want me to do or do you want to talk to this person with the contraption? = We will also need a volunteer to babysit the bikes because WVU will not = what to be liable for any potential theft. =20 Our final task should be personally encouraging folks to ride their bikes = to the screening so we don't have a bunch of empty racks in the street! =20 Thanks! =20 Traci =20 =20 Traci Liebig Conservation Specialist Facilities Management West Virginia University P.O. Box 6570 Morgantown, WV 26506 304.293.9500 wecan.wvu.edu =20 Think before you print. Thanks! --=__Part86B6E378.1__= Content-Type: text/html; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Content-Description: HTML <HTML><HEAD> <META content=3D"text/html; charset=3Dutf-8" http-equiv=3DContent-Type> <META name=3DGENERATOR content=3D"MSHTML 9.00.8112.16464"></HEAD> <BODY style=3D"MARGIN: 4px 4px 1px; FONT: 10pt Segoe UI"> <DIV>Hi BB,</DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV>WVU Events likes our idea and is happy to have us there. The speaker = does not have a bus or anything, so the area in front of the Met should be = clear if Damien wants to ask for that space for bike valet parking.</DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV>The press release is slated to go out on March 13th, so we need to = have our details firmed up by then to get them included. They are willing = to give us a small table in the foyer as well to promote what we want to = promote (I would suggest Bike Month type stuff and/or the GIS map that = shows road ratings).</DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV>Once we have details, I can vet a little write up through the BB and = then get it to University News. So--- the next step would be for me to ask = my facilities group if we can borrow the comb racks we have. Is that what = you want me to do or do you want to talk to this person with the contraptio= n? We will also need a volunteer to babysit the bikes because WVU will not = what to be liable for any potential theft.</DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV>Our final task should be <EM>personally</EM> encouraging folks to = ride their bikes to the screening so we don't have a bunch of empty racks = in the street!</DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV>Thanks!</DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV>Traci</DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV>Traci Liebig</DIV> <DIV>Conservation Specialist</DIV> <DIV>Facilities Management</DIV> <DIV>West Virginia University</DIV> <DIV>P.O. Box 6570</DIV> <DIV>Morgantown, WV  26506</DIV> <DIV>304.293.9500</DIV> <DIV>wecan.wvu.edu</DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV>Think before you print. Thanks!</DIV></BODY></HTML> --=__Part86B6E378.1__=-- --=__Part86B6E378.0__=-- ------------------------------ _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard End of Bikeboard Digest, Vol 77, Issue 21 *****************************************

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Racks at Schools
by Chip Wamsley 08 Mar '13

08 Mar '13

To all, The rack that Frank showed is called a "J' rack, and it holds smaller wheeled bikes better than a rack that has the front bar on the ground. A lot of companies that make park furniture supply that style as the "J" parts are a similar component of their picnic benches. Prices should be about $470-$500. They could be anchored with auger screws, or bolts in concrete. The cheap Graber racks are made out of trunk rack sized tubing and probably too light duty for outside in a school yard. Mark Wise might have a source for the "J" style racks from a supplier he already deals with. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Sent 3/8/2013 7:21:35 AM To: "Ryan Post" <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> Cc: "Bike Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com>, "Andrew Pathfinder" <andrew.pathfinder(a)gmail.com> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Racks at Schools The attached comb rack similar to those in front of Terra Cafe offer the advantage of being able to string a cable lock through the bicycle frame, both wheels and under the horizontal bar on the rack that keeps the wheel from rolling out of the rack. The other comb racks have that bar setting flat on the ground so you can't get a cable around it. The biggest disadvantage of comb racks is that it's difficult to lock both wheels and frame to them. Wave racks damage bikes and do not provide sufficient support to keep the bike from getting dinged unless you treat it as an inverted-U rack and lock your bike along the longitudinal axis of the rack but then that limits the capacity to probably 2-4. On Mar 8, 2013, at 12:19 AM, Ryan Post wrote: I was on the advisory committee when WVU installed the new racks, and Jonathan had a lot of information on different racks then. At the time WVU had 2 types: some simple comb deal with a lot of slots closely together, and a really bad design that held the lower portion of just one wheel. I never had much issue with the comb racks, either putting my rear wheel in, or putting my front wheel over (the bike then rested on the underside of the downtube and fork. The combs could hold a lot of bikes closely together. My MTB with fenders wouldn't fit in the smaller combs, but I could lock it on the side of the rack. The new WVU U shaped racks work well, but they consume A LOT of space and were overly expensive. The useful ones were always full (less capacity than the combs had). The serpentine ones like at the rec center are pretty good, though awkward to overfill so still not able to store say 8bikes on the rack. In terms of locking both wheels and frame, the comb would require a 6' lock, but I was never that worried about locking more than the frame, and maybe a wheel in Morgantown. On Thu, Mar 7, 2013 at 11:20 PM, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org> wrote: 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 : 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.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

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Action Items
by Traci Liebig 08 Mar '13

08 Mar '13

Hi Everyone, Ipad is back in business. Here are the action items: 197. Gunnar will reconvene the group who is working on the Walk/Bike Transit Map referred to in action item 194. 198. Andrew will seek out a first year WVU cycling student to get involved with the bike board. Gunnar "will hound" WVU cycling as well. :) 199. Damien will request a parking space and/or loading space on street in front of the Met once Traci gets event details about the Festival of Ideas (FOI) event on March 19th at the Met 200. Traci will find out if there will be a bus in front of the met and what exactly the plans are for the FOI event 201. Damien will ask Fred (with DOH?) if it's possible to put 'Welcome to Suncrest' signs on the same poles as the two BFC signs that were erected in Suncrest 202. Jonathan will photograph and send specs of the rack that's sitting at Positive Spin that's meant for Suncrest Middle/Matt Watson 203. Damien will find out if the city can transport the rack from PS to Suncrest Middle. 204. Frank will send someone Matt Watson's phone number (but we never decided who he would give it to) 205. Chip and Gunnar will reconvene parking committee to find the best place for two bike loops at the new farmer's market pavilion 206. Derek will email BB to see who will help him get photos at Suncrest Middle for the Saris bike corral opportunity 207. Frank will let Butch know if he needs him to provide information on informal group rides for the LAB 'success stories' application 208. Traci will scan the activities suggested by LAB for Bike to Work Day and email the bike board with the ones she thinks are most attainable and are a good fit for Morgantown Lots of action to be taken. Go forth! Traci

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Re: [Bikeboard] March Bike Board Meeting
by Gunnar Shogren 08 Mar '13

08 Mar '13

Okay folks, Hope to see everyone tonight! Attached please find the January meeting minutes. If you need to have them printed out for whatever reason then do so. Everyone has had a chance to review them, we just need to accept them at the meeting. Below please find the agenda for tonight's meeting, I've also attached the file as well. ******************************* March Bike Board Meeting March 7, 2012 6:30pm - Morgantown Public Safety Building Open Action Items 124 - Andrew: Discuss the possibility of WVU becoming a Bicycle Friendly University with the SGA president and talk to WVU Cycling about serving on BB. 190 - Gunnar: Follow up with Jing and members involved in projects six & seven (GIS) about incorporating Vision 2000 into the MPO’s long range transportation plan. 194 - Jing: Follow up with mapping committee and Emily regarding next steps for the Walk Bike Transit Map. 195 - Frank: Will go back to the cost estimates calculated with Damien and add costs to items (on the Bicycle Plan) up to $100k for FY 2013-’14 and circulate to Damien for a sanity check. 196 - Gunnar: Follow up with Sean re. need for WVU cycling team liaison. Agenda- * Schmooze Time * Last minute agenda items * Approve last month's minutes * Action Items * Ripe Bananas * Report from Projects Updates from Project leaders * Local Cycling Events discussion?; lead by Andrew - a "a few quotes about the future of bicycling in Morgantown or any upcoming events" for Chelsea Hensley from WV Living Magazine - bike month success stories for LAB by 03/13; so far- Don's ride, last year's Bike to Work Day ride and the A.S.S. * Saris Rack Corral Contest; lead by Jonathan, Derek or Emily * Kid's Day; lead by Emily * Bike to Work Day May 17th; lead by Traci * Report from Bike Board's recommendations on the DOH work on Mon. Blvd.; lead by Frank * Nominate and vote for a new chair * Review meeting * Adjourn Ongoing Projects- 1. Bike racks at schools Jonathan, Alice, Marilyn 2. Bicycle safety programs at schools, teaching safety and Safe Routes to School Andrew, Frank 3. Create singletrack trails in city Colin, Andrew, Alice, Mark Wise, Ella Belling 4. Complete parking inventory, identify parking gaps Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien 5. Update SLM and STR sign locations Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Emily 6. Identify signs, markings, facilities on BikeMorgantown.com Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Traci 7. Other GIS ideas Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien 8. Show WVU bike racks on WVU google map of campus Traci 9. Represent BB on Connecting Communities Butch, Jonathan, Bill (liason) 10. Outreach to International community on bicycling Jing, Colin, Butch 11. White paper to recommend bike friendly elements in Evansdale & Hospital redevelopment Traci, Jonathan, Chip 12. Get all major employers rated Bicycle Friendly Businesses Chip, Jonathan, Emily 13. Keep Positive Spin open Jonathan, Butch, Emily, Colin 14. Implement Complete Streets action in Bicycle Plan Damien, Frank 15. Write grants (HSIP, etc.) Jeff Mikorski, Butch, Traci 17. Identify locations for installment of Bike Friendly Community Signs Damien, Traci 18. Build Stakeholder involvement Emily *********************

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Fwd: Fwd: Re: New location opening date?
by Derek Springston 07 Mar '13

07 Mar '13

All BB Members, *Can someone please take the lead on organizing the Black Bear photo for the Sarris contest?* I just need to move that off of my plate at least until after Wednesday. I would still be be open to actually taking the photo or bringing some props perhaps on Thursday or Friday, but I just don't have time until then. Jason from Black Bear requested that we *contact Mr. Sellaro* who owns/leases the property by asking: Can somebody from your board contact Jim Sellaro for permission? I will contact Jim and let him know to expect a call. He runs Sellaro Overhead Door service in Star City. Also, Damien Davis asked yesterday: Are you taking the lead on getting the photo taken at Black Bear? If so, will you *contact Aaron Stout* (412-287-1512). He is going to be managing the new location and is willing to help. He is working till 4:30, 5:00pm. Please call him after this time. Please let me know if you're acting on this to help us out! Thanks, ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: <blackbearburrito(a)comcast.net> Date: Fri, May 18, 2012 at 10:27 AM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Re: New location opening date? To: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Derek, Do Iwe understand correctly that you are trying to enter a contest to win a free bike "rack" for our new location? If so, we need the permission of the property owners before we do anything. While Matt and I would love to have bike parking over there getting permission from the group of owners may find opposition (we speak from experience thus far). We are waiting on permission on several other requests made to the Sellaro family and don't wish to personally poke the hornet's nest further. Can somebody from your board contact Jim Sellaro for permission? I will contact Jim and let him know to expect a call. He runs Sellaro Overhead Door service in Star City. With permission granted, you may take photos when you wish but we do know that contractors are in and out all weekend and therefore trucks and equipment abound. Please keep us posted. Jason ------------------------------ *From: *"Derek Springston" <dspringston(a)gmail.com> *To: *blackbearburrito(a)comcast.net *Cc: *"Bike Board - Morgantown" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> *Sent: *Friday, May 18, 2012 9:49:08 AM *Subject: *Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Re: New location opening date? Jason, After discussing with a few folks on the Bike Board, we still have alot of interest to enter the Saris Corral contest. Assuming we have your blessing, could we still take a photo for this location, try to make it look appealing for the photo using cyclists and maybe props, and submit it for the contest? If so, what day and time can we do so? We have to submit by the 25th, so I propose that we do it this weekend or early next week. Thanks, ~Derek On Fri, May 18, 2012 at 8:48 AM, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>wrote: > I agree, plus Sarris will get lots of free promo when they open which may > lead to other eateries putting inm bike parking. > > Chip > > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Traci Liebig" <Traci.Liebig(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Sent 5/18/2012 7:20:37 AM > To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Re: New location opening date? > > Hi Bike Board, > > Could we just take a photo of the BB building (with Jason Coffman's > permission of course) from the right side from across the street and > explain that this is a popular Morgantown restaurant and it will be opening > soon? Isn't it worth a shot? > > Just my two cents. > > Traci > > >>> Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> 5/17/2012 10:49 PM >>> > > All BB members, > Doesn't look too promising from the Black Bear folks for the Saris corral. > Derek > > "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 > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: <blackbearburrito(a)comcast.net> > Date: May 17, 2012 9:50 AM > Subject: Re: New location opening date? > To: "Derek Springston" <dspringston(a)gmail.com> > > Hi Derek. Not sure that we have been contacted by anyone else so this is > our only response so far.... we will definitely NOT be open by the 25th, > sorry. Our contractors will still be doing work at that point (inside and > outside). Coincidentally we also will NOT be offering outdoor seating when > we initially open. We appreciate your interest but it doesn't sound like we > are in a position to offer much in your time frame. Let us know if we can > be of further assistance. > > Jason Coffman > > Co-owner > > Black Bear Burritos > > > ------------------------------ > > > > *From: *"Derek Springston" <dspringston(a)gmail.com> > *To: *blackbearburrito(a)comcast.net > *Sent: *Wednesday, May 16, 2012 10:31:14 PM > *Subject: *New location opening date? > > > Hey guys, > When is the new location on University Avenue opening? I'm a member of the > Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board, and we were hoping to enter the Saris > Bike Corral contest to try to get you convenient place for bikes to be > parked outside of your new location. I understand that you've already been > contacted by another member and don't want to duplicate that much. *Is > there any chance you'll be opening before May 25th?* If you're > interested, we'd love to take a photo outside of the new location, but we'd > have a better shot at winning if the storefront looked finished and there > were people outside enjoying lunch, etc. If you're not opening by the 25th, > we likely won't use the location unless we can stage something that makes > it look lively without much effort. > > Let us know your thoughts! > > The contest website is located here: > http://www.saris.com/bike-corral-contest > > I love your food so much.. . > ~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 listBikeboard@cheat.orghttp://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.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* -- *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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Can I share Agenda?
by Susan Sullivan 07 Mar '13

07 Mar '13

Hey! :) Can I share this agenda through our website news? Susan Susan Sullivan, Public Communications Manager City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 (304) 284-7426 - C (304) 844-8908 - F (304) 284-7430 ----- Original Message ----- From: bikeboard-request(a)bikemorgantown.com To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: Thursday, March 7, 2013 1:01:54 PM Subject: Bikeboard Digest, Vol 77, Issue 11 Send Bikeboard mailing list submissions to bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to bikeboard-request(a)bikemorgantown.com You can reach the person managing the list at bikeboard-owner(a)bikemorgantown.com When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of Bikeboard digest..." Today's Topics: 1. Re: March Bike Board Meeting (Gunnar Shogren) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2013 13:01:16 -0500 From: Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] March Bike Board Meeting Message-ID: <CAOV7LK-Wsikf0qRz4AYfpWvD-CgU7BNFujkiERfMiLvhT+ateA(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: multipart/mixed; boundary=089e013c6c0ee4f89704d7597fdf --089e013c6c0ee4f89704d7597fdf Content-Type: text/plain; charset=windows-1252 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Okay folks, Hope to see everyone tonight! Attached please find the January meeting minutes. If you need to have them printed out for whatever reason then do so. Everyone has had a chance to review them, we just need to accept them at the meeting. Below please find the agenda for tonight's meeting, I've also attached the file as well. ******************************* March Bike Board Meeting March 7, 2012 6:30pm - Morgantown Public Safety Building Open Action Items 124 - Andrew: Discuss the possibility of WVU becoming a Bicycle Friendly University with the SGA president and talk to WVU Cycling about serving on BB. 190 - Gunnar: Follow up with Jing and members involved in projects six & seven (GIS) about incorporating Vision 2000 into the MPO=92s long range transportation plan. 194 - Jing: Follow up with mapping committee and Emily regarding next steps for the Walk Bike Transit Map. 195 - Frank: Will go back to the cost estimates calculated with Damien and add costs to items (on the Bicycle Plan) up to $100k for FY 2013-=9214 and circulate to Damien for a sanity check. 196 - Gunnar: Follow up with Sean re. need for WVU cycling team liaison. Agenda- * Schmooze Time * Last minute agenda items * Approve last month's minutes * Action Items * Ripe Bananas * Report from Projects Updates from Project leaders * Local Cycling Events discussion?; lead by Andrew - a "a few quotes about the future of bicycling in Morgantown or any upcoming events" for Chelsea Hensley from WV Living Magazine - bike month success stories for LAB by 03/13; so far- Don's ride, last year's Bike to Work Day ride and the A.S.S. * Saris Rack Corral Contest; lead by Jonathan, Derek or Emily * Kid's Day; lead by Emily * Bike to Work Day May 17th; lead by Traci * Report from Bike Board's recommendations on the DOH work on Mon. Blvd.; lead by Frank * Nominate and vote for a new chair * Review meeting * Adjourn Ongoing Projects- 1. Bike racks at schools Jonathan, Alice, Marilyn 2. Bicycle safety programs at schools, teaching safety and Safe Routes to School Andrew, Frank 3. Create singletrack trails in city Colin, Andrew, Alice, Mark Wise, Ella Belling 4. Complete parking inventory, identify parking gaps Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien 5. Update SLM and STR sign locations Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Emily 6. Identify signs, markings, facilities on BikeMorgantown.com Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Traci 7. Other GIS ideas Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien 8. Show WVU bike racks on WVU google map of campus Traci 9. Represent BB on Connecting Communities Butch, Jonathan, Bill (liason) 10. Outreach to International community on bicycling Jing, Colin, Butch 11. White paper to recommend bike friendly elements in Evansdale & Hospital redevelopment Traci, Jonathan, Chip 12. Get all major employers rated Bicycle Friendly Businesses Chip, Jonathan, Emily 13. Keep Positive Spin open Jonathan, Butch, Emily, Colin 14. Implement Complete Streets action in Bicycle Plan Damien, Frank 15. Write grants (HSIP, etc.) Jeff Mikorski, Butch, Traci 17. Identify locations for installment of Bike Friendly Community Signs Damien, Traci 18. 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Re: [Bikeboard] March Bike Board Meeting
by Gunnar Shogren 06 Mar '13

06 Mar '13

Okay folks, Everyone enjoying the #snowquester? Well do try... Meeting is still on. So far for agenda items I have- Saris Rack Lead by Jonathan, Derek or Emily Kid's Day Lead by Emily Bike to Work Day May 17th Lead by Traci Local Cycling Events discussion? Lead by Andrew Not looking for resolution on any of those items, more some folks will decide to get together, work on them and report back on the outstanding progress they've made. Anything else, besides the reports from the major projects? Attached please find the January minutes revised again. Please review them so we can accept them or make changes as necessary. Thanks heaps.

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New standards for USDOT
by Chet Parsons 04 Mar '13

04 Mar '13

Looks like Secretary LaHood is ditching AASHTO before leaving his post. From DC Streetsblog U.S. DOT to Challenge AASHTO Supremacy on Bike/Ped Safety Standards by Tanya Snyder <http://dc.streetsblog.org/author/tanya-snyder/> For years, the federal government has adopted roadway guidelines that fall far short of what’s needed — and what’s possible — to protect cyclists and pedestrians. By “playing it safe” and sticking with old-school engineering, U.S. DOT allowed streets to be unsafe for these vulnerable road users. But that could be changing. The bike-friendliest transportation secretary the country has ever seen told state transportation officials yesterday at AASHTO’s annual Washington conference that U.S. DOT was getting into the business of issuing its own design standards, instead of simply accepting the AASHTO guidelines. <http://dc.streetsblog.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/ray-aashto.jpg> LaHood told an audience of state transportation officials that the FHWA is getting into the roadway design business. Normally, the Federal Highway Administration points people<http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/programadmin/standards.cfm>to AASHTO’s Green Book<https://bookstore.transportation.org/collection_detail.aspx?id=110>, the organization’s design guide for highways and streets — and indeed, the agency is still directing people to the *2001 edition* of the Green Book. Cycling advocates have long criticized<http://dc.streetsblog.org/2012/06/19/aashto-adds-designs-to-bikeway-guide-b…> the AASHTO guide, and the FHWA’s adherence to it, since even the most recent version doesn’t incorporate the latest thinking in bicycle and pedestrian safety treatments. In FHWA’s new round of rule-making, DOT will set its own bicycle and pedestrian safety standards for the first time. The agency will “highlight bicycle and pedestrian safety as a priority,” LaHood said. (You can watch his entire speech on AASHTO’s online TV channel<http://www.transportationtv.org/Pages/default.aspx?VideoId=306> .) FHWA will rely heavily on input from AASHTO but also signaled that it would work with others to incorporate the full spectrum of bike/ped design best practices. The National Association of City Transportation Officials publishes its own, much more cutting-edge, design guide<http://dc.streetsblog.org/2011/03/09/new-bikeway-design-guide-could-bring-s…> for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure. No one at U.S. DOT reached out to NACTO in advance of the AASHTO speech, but NACTO spokesperson Ron Thaniel said they have a “close working relationship with Secretary LaHood” and “look forward to working with him” on the new standards. LaHood noted that he would be meeting with cyclists next week at the National Bike Summit here in Washington and that he would work with them on ways to improve infrastructure “to make biking and walking opportunities as safe as they possibly can be.” But it was wise of him to make his announcement at AASHTO, not at the Bike Summit. He seems to be trying to bring AASHTO into the fold of a movement to embrace more innovative bikeway designs. “I’m asking [the cycling community] for their help but I’m asking you to be helpful also,” he told the state officials. “I know that most of you want to build the 21st century infrastructure that your communities need to be competitive. The problem is we don’t have modern-day roadway standards to help us bring these ideas to life.” It’s a big step for U.S. DOT to craft its own bicycle and pedestrian safety standards, and it’s especially positive that the move started under a secretary that sees biking and walking as equal to driving<http://dc.streetsblog.org/2010/05/28/cyclists-laud-lahoods-bike-ped-advocac…> in the transportation world. “We know that people are cycling more and walking more, and that pedestrian and cycling safety has to be a priority,” he told the audience at AASHTO yesterday. “We must ensure that our streets, bridges and highways are safe whether we’re in a car or on a bike.” Below are LaHood’s remarks, in full: Our job is never done. We can always do better, and that’s especially true when it comes to bicyclist and pedestrian safety. I’m going to meet with cyclists — their meeting is here in Washington next week, and we’re going to continue to work with the cycling community on promoting bicycle and pedestrian safety through public education, such as encouraging bike riders to wear a helmet, and through improved infrastructure in more livable communities that make biking and walking opportunities as safe as they possibly can be. We need your help in this. We know that people are cycling more and walking more and that pedestrian and cycling safety has to be a priority. We must ensure that our streets, bridges and highways are safe, whether we’re in a car or on a bike. So I’m asking them for their help but I’m asking you to be helpful also. I know that most of you want to build the 21st century infrastructure that your communities need to be competitive. The problem is we don’t have modern-day roadway standards to help us bring these ideas to life. Today, I’m proud to tell you that DOT is looking to create a standard guide for how we will build modern streets that work for everyone who depends on them. As we begin work on this, we’re going to look at the AASHTO bike guide — and other, similar types of assistance — to help us build streets, bridges and highways that keep all travelers as safe as possible. We’re going to build from your ideas in order to highlight bicycle and pedestrian safety as a priority. And we’re going to work with you as we create this critical safety resource. Businesses and travelers alike are looking to us to build modern infrastructure that not only meets their changing demands, but is safe as well. We must work together to meet the growing demand for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure and to make these transportation options safe for more Americans.

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Fwd: March TC Meeting Cancelled
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Mar '13

04 Mar '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: March 4, 2013 9:35:44 AM EST > 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, david.mckain(a)gmail.com, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, 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: March TC Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > The Traffic Commission Meeting has been canceled for Wednesday, March 6th, 2013, due to lack of an agenda. The next meeting will take place on Wednesday April 3rd, at 6:30pm in Council Chambers. Please mark your calendars accordingly. > > 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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Tonight! Bikeboard] Woodburn Visioning
by Jennifer Selin 04 Mar '13

04 Mar '13

Bike Board: from yesterday's meeting, ideas included Boys and Girls Club, educational uses, other non-profits, youth-oriented uses, sure sounds like a possibility for the positive spin bike repair, provision and education group. Tonight! Monday. Tour the school building from 5:30-6:00, then participate in small groups working in teams--visioning from 6-8. All are invited! Jenny Selin Sent from my iPhone On Mar 4, 2013, at 8:51 AM, "Traci Liebig" <Traci.Liebig(a)mail.wvu.edu> wrote: > Good Morning, > > I was asked to pass this along to the bike board. Some interested community members are having a 'Woodburn Visioning' discussion tonight at the school. see attached flyer. Possible opportunity for a Positive Spin locale? > > Traci > <Woodburn Visioning Flyer_1.pdf> > <ATT00001>

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Woodburn Visioning
by Traci Liebig 04 Mar '13

04 Mar '13

Good Morning, I was asked to pass this along to the bike board. Some interested community members are having a 'Woodburn Visioning' discussion tonight at the school. see attached flyer. Possible opportunity for a Positive Spin locale? Traci

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Re: [Bikeboard] event discussion
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Mar '13

01 Mar '13

Thanks, Colin. By copy of this message, I'm asking the BB members to reply if they will join you in a discussion about local cycling and events. I will join you. Frank On Feb 22, 2013, at 11:31 AM, Colin Dierman wrote: > Frank, > I'd be happy to be part of a discussion group about local cycling and events.

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Fwd: Please tell us your bike month success stories
by BikeMorgantown 28 Feb '13

28 Feb '13

Besides Bike To Work Week and the Appalachian Spring Spectacular can you think of any other past May events that we've had that we can share with LAB? Do we have any photos or write-ups on them. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: League of American Bicyclists <scott(a)bikeleague.org> > Date: February 28, 2013 2:20:12 PM EST > To: bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com > Subject: Please tell us your bike month success stories > Reply-To: scott(a)bikeleague.org > > > Hi -- > > We are writing to ask for your help. > > We are showcasing '50 Great Ideas for Bike Month' in an upcoming issue of American Bicyclist. Since you've let us know about your events in the past, we are writing today to ask you to share your success stories. > > Click the link below to fill out a short form with info about your past events. It should take less than 5 minutes of your time, and we need to hear from you by March 13. > > Share your notable bike month events now > > Thank you so much! > > Sincerely, > > > The Bike Month team > League of American Bicyclists > Forward email > > This email was sent to bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com by scott(a)bikeleague.org | > Update Profile/Email Address | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe™ | Privacy Policy. > League of American Bicyclists | 1612 K Street NW | Suite 800 | Washington | DC | 20006

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: AARP WV Legislative Update
by Gunnar Shogren 27 Feb '13

27 Feb '13

On Wed, Feb 27, 2013 at 9:11 PM, Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > > I've been helping them with statewide crash data..."aging in place" is > very important for seniors, as is providing transportation options when you > old fogies give up your keys. Wait, do you drive Gunnar? See you at IHOP, at > 4:30 pm for dinner. I loves me some pancakes! I don't drive much or very often, but I do have a lot of vehicles. Now if you consider that, then the amount of bicycles we have is probably almost staggering. Transportation options? I'd best start working on a hot walker... > Christiaan > > From: Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> > To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com > Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 11:35 AM > Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: AARP WV Legislative Update > Interesting that Complete Streets is on their radar. > > Yes I belong to AARP... (mainly for the IHoP discount) > ---------- Forwarded message ----------From: AARP West Virginia > <aarpwebact(a)action.aarp.org> Date: Tue, Feb 26, 2013 at 12:00 PMSubject: > AARP WV Legislative UpdateTo: gshogren(a)gmail.com > > AARP West Virginia > State Legislative Update > > F E B R U A R Y 2 6 , 2 0 1 3 > > AARP West Virginia leaders outline advocacy agenda for 2013 West Virginia > Legislature > > “Complete Streets,” enhancing retirement security and financial > exploitation protections among session goals > AARP West Virginia state leaders today detailed the organization’s > legislative agenda for the first session of the 81st West Virginia > Legislature, with a focus on legislative action in the areas of community > development, retirement security, financial exploitation issues, and home > energy affordability. > AARP West Virginia staff and volunteers are maintaining a very active > presence at the State Capitol throughout the 60-day regular session (which > concludes April 13), working on behalf of nearly 300,000 members across the > Mountain State. AARP is working closely with state leaders on the passage of > legislation impacting West Virginians 50-plus, which includes: > > Adoption of “Complete Streets” legislation: AARP supports “Complete > Streets” legislation that formally adopts state policies that promote > effective transportation planning, coordination and community development. > “Complete Streets” is a transportation development concept that incorporates > features in transportation design and planning that enhance safety, mobility > and accessibility for all transportation users: pedestrians, bicyclists, > motorists and public transportation users. > > During the past decade, nearly 300 pedestrians and cyclists have died on > West Virginia roadways as a result of injuries sustained in motor-vehicle > related traffic accidents, according to data from the National Highway > Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Between 2000 and 2006, the total > human capital costs associated with these types of motor vehicle accidents > on West Virginia roadways was approximately $565 million ($80.7 million per > year), based on a West Virginia University study that determined costs borne > by individuals and corporations in medical costs, emergency services, > property damage and lost productivity. > > Helping People Stay in Their Own Homes and Communities: AARP supports > efforts to take advantage of new and existing opportunities to improve > access to Home and Community Based Services (HCBS); and to protect and > expand the Medicaid Aged and Disabled Waiver (ADW) program, State respite > funding for the Family Alzheimer’s In-Home Respite (FAIR) program, and the > Lighthouse program. > > Protecting Older West Virginians Against Fraud and Financial Exploitation: > Working with the West Virginia Financial Exploitation Task Force, AARP > supports state laws that strengthen protections against fraud, deception, > and unfair practices; and equip consumers with the tools needed to make > informed choices and to protect themselves. > > Enhancing Retirement Security: AARP supports efforts by the West Virginia > Association of Retired School Employees (WVARSE) to protect retirees from > reduction or elimination of promised benefits, preserve access to defined > benefit plans and cost of living adjustments, and limit taxation of > retirement income. > > Fighting for the West Virginia Utility Consumer: AARP will continue its > utility advocacy, with an emphasis on defeating or mitigating unfair rate > increases for utility ratepayers; opposing legislation that would require > advanced payments for multibillion dollar power plants; and, ensuring that > providers of electricity, gas, landline, wireless and broadband internet > offer services customers can depend on. > > “For more than 50 years, AARP has been dedicated to enhancing the quality > of life for all as we age. We’re actively engaging our members for their > input on the issues that are most important to them, and our advocacy agenda > for this session reflects the feedback we’ve received from West Virginians > 50-plus,” said Gaylene Miller, AARP West Virginia state director. > Older West Virginians want to remain in their homes and communities for as > long as possible, and many of the issues AARP is focusing on this > legislative session address home and community issues important to those > 50-plus. > “Livable communities provide safety and security for individuals who wish > to remain in their homes and communities as they age. Complete Streets > policy represents a mindset that encourages common sense planning for new > infrastructure development, where state transportation planners would > consider all transportation users as they relate to the unique > transportation needs of growing communities in the Mountain State,” said > Randy Myers, AARP West Virginia state president. > Home energy affordability continues to be a major issue for low- to > moderate-income West Virginians of all ages. AARP West Virginia has heard > from thousands of the state’s utility customers about the challenges they’re > facing in paying their monthly bills. > “There are many challenges that lie ahead for West Virginia utility > ratepayers. Billion dollar acquisition deals associated with electric > generating capacity and a focus on improved reliability in the wake of last > year’s severe storms would likely result in higher future costs for state > ratepayers. Additionally, thousands of West Virginians could face a > significant increase in water rates by the end of 2013,” said Miller. “For > thousands of older West Virginians, many of whom live on fixed incomes, any > increase in home energy costs has a significant impact. We remain focused on > these important pocket-book issues and the potential impact any rate > increases would have on West Virginia families.” > For the latest developments on AARP West Virginia's advocacy work at the > West Virginia State Capitol, connect with us online: > Facebook: http://action.aarp.org/site/R?i=DGsuCAqp1Rr9YroaiWLdfQ > Twitter: http://action.aarp.org/site/R?i=-cBbHxfJYDZtzULrZtoz_Q > This email was sent to you by AARP. > To ensure delivery to your inbox (not bulk or junk folders), > please add aarpwv(a)aarp.org to your address book. > This e-mail is being sent by the AARP West Virginia State Office, > 300 Summers Street, Suite 400, Charleston, WV 25301. > Visit us at http://action.aarp.org/site/R?i=Bw-U_uE3LE0vbjwf5-clwQ. > AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people 50 and > over ~ > http://action.aarp.org/site/R?i=h47AKK1WVhV-28tLDwju7w. > Join or renew your membership at > http://action.aarp.org/site/R?i=3_mBamH4jCLSKZtjdmdO2w. > AARP Privacy Policy | (c)1995-2009, AARP. All rights reserved. > Unsubscribe Or visit the email preferences page to manage the types of > email you receive from AARP. > nonprofit software > _______________________________________________Bikeboard mailing > listBikeboard@bikemorgantown.comhttp://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Re: [Bikeboard] 3-foot passing law
by Chip Wamsley 27 Feb '13

27 Feb '13

Frank et al, I agree that it would be good to have the law include #7 on your list; however, whether it is legal or not probably won't affect motorists behavior. I think motorists in general would be apt to go over the dbl yellow line without thinking if it was legal or not. We might as well follow PA's lead and make #1 4 feet. A dimensional requirement like that seems to be more tangible to the average person than stating that it is OK to cross the dbl yellow line, as well as being easier to advertise in PSA's. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 2/27/2013 1:15:34 PM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: [Bikeboard] 3-foot passing law PLEASE DISREGARD THE MESSAGE I JUST SENT. I SENT IT BEFORE I FINISHED IT. Dear Bicycle Board Members, I'm thinking of changing my advocacy for a 3-foot passing law to advocacy for a law that would require motorists to change lanes when passing bicycles. I would like your thoughts and guidance. Attached is a report, "The 3 ft. Law: Lessons Learned from a National Analysis of State Policies and Expert Interviews" by Rutgers University Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy. My reading of the report leads me to the following: The greatest benefit of the 3-foot law is educational by increasing motorist awareness of bicyclists but the educational benefit may be short-lived. The 3-foot law is hardly enforced if enforced at all in 20 states that have adopted it and it might be practically unenforceable. 3-feet is insufficient when motor vehicles are passing while traveling more than 25 mph faster than bicyclists. Motorists must change lanes when passing slower moving motor vehicles so changing lanes when passing bicyclists shouldn't be any more difficult or inconvenient. In WV, there are hardly any travel lanes wide enough that a motorist can pass without encroaching into the adjacent lane. While motorists and police officers may not be able to accurately judge 3-feet, they can all accurately judge which lane they're in or whether they're straddling two lanes. Since crossing the double yellow center line is common practice, the law should be modified to recognize such, particularly to permit crossing the center line when it is safe to do so. The WV Connecting Communities Legislative Agenda that we recommended includes a recommendation for a 4-foot rule. I think WVCC is trying to get legislation introduced in the session that is happening now. So, this would probably not be a good time to say, "Hey, wait. We changed our mind." However, quite commonly, legislation gets recycled through multiple sessions before it finally passes. The legislative process of getting a 3-foot law passed can have undesirable consequences such as requiring cyclists to ride on shoulders and banning bicycles from roadways that don't have shoulders. _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Forks of the Ohio Trails Symposium- March 8
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Feb '13

27 Feb '13

FYI. Would be nice if some road cyclists attended. Begin forwarded message: > From: Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> > Date: February 20, 2013 11:42:03 AM EST > To: Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Steve Selin <sselin(a)wvu.edu>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)moncpc.org>, Katy Moran <Katy.Moran(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, "Vicky Evans (mamasita1955(a)yahoo.com)" <mamasita1955(a)yahoo.com> > Subject: Forks of the Ohio Trails Symposium- March 8 > > Hi everyone, > Casting a wide net in case some of you would be interested in this one-day trails conference. For some of us the interest is in the trails, for others it might be the workshops on the on-road and pedestrian improvements…. but I will say that I expect a good deal will focus on big picture, long-distance trail planning that may include some on-road linkages. > >> Trails symposium in Pittsburgh on Friday, March 8. Cost is $30 and includes lunch. The area of focus is Northern Panhandle and north-central WV (down to Harrison County- and North Bend folks?) to connect with neighboring states. This is an opportunity to hear and talk to some big funders and focus on big picture planning and marketing as we try to link across state lines and create more long-distance trails. Looks like Perry Keller will be speaking on behalf of WV in this picture. It would be great to get more WV in attendance to show our support and desire to be in these plans. Please share this and try to attend! Thanks, Ella >> >> TO REGISTER >> http://www.pecpa.org/event/2013-forks-ohio-regional-trail-symposium >> >> Ella Belling >> Executive Director >> Mon River Trails Conservancy >> P.O. Box 282 >> Morgantown, WV 26507 >> www.montrails.org >> 304-692-6782 >> >> > > > > Ella Belling > Executive Director > Mon River Trails Conservancy > P.O. Box 282 > Morgantown, WV 26507 > www.montrails.org > 304-692-6782 > > >

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3-foot passing law
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Feb '13

27 Feb '13

PLEASE DISREGARD THE MESSAGE I JUST SENT. I SENT IT BEFORE I FINISHED IT. Dear Bicycle Board Members, I'm thinking of changing my advocacy for a 3-foot passing law to advocacy for a law that would require motorists to change lanes when passing bicycles. I would like your thoughts and guidance. Attached is a report, "The 3 ft. Law: Lessons Learned from a National Analysis of State Policies and Expert Interviews" by Rutgers University Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy. My reading of the report leads me to the following: The greatest benefit of the 3-foot law is educational by increasing motorist awareness of bicyclists but the educational benefit may be short-lived. The 3-foot law is hardly enforced if enforced at all in 20 states that have adopted it and it might be practically unenforceable. 3-feet is insufficient when motor vehicles are passing while traveling more than 25 mph faster than bicyclists. Motorists must change lanes when passing slower moving motor vehicles so changing lanes when passing bicyclists shouldn't be any more difficult or inconvenient. In WV, there are hardly any travel lanes wide enough that a motorist can pass without encroaching into the adjacent lane. While motorists and police officers may not be able to accurately judge 3-feet, they can all accurately judge which lane they're in or whether they're straddling two lanes. Since crossing the double yellow center line is common practice, the law should be modified to recognize such, particularly to permit crossing the center line when it is safe to do so. The WV Connecting Communities Legislative Agenda that we recommended includes a recommendation for a 4-foot rule. I think WVCC is trying to get legislation introduced in the session that is happening now. So, this would probably not be a good time to say, "Hey, wait. We changed our mind." However, quite commonly, legislation gets recycled through multiple sessions before it finally passes. The legislative process of getting a 3-foot law passed can have undesirable consequences such as requiring cyclists to ride on shoulders and banning bicycles from roadways that don't have shoulders.

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March Bike Board Meeting
by Gunnar Shogren 27 Feb '13

27 Feb '13

It's that time again! Let's get ready. Who is planning on attending? Any submissions for the agenda (besides the project reports)? Attached are the revised meeting minutes from the January meeting. Please review once more so we can accept it at the March meeting. Thanks and stay warm and dry.

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2 pm TODAY Webinar on Promoting Walking & Biking
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Feb '13

27 Feb '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: "PBIC News" <PBIC_News(a)mail.vresp.com> > Date: February 26, 2013 8:41:10 AM EST > To: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com > Subject: PBIC News: Reminder--Webinar on Promoting Walking & Biking > Reply-To: "PBIC News" <reply-23652972f4-d07fa7ea7a-9bf0(a)u.cts.vresp.com> > > > > February 26, 2013 > > REMINDER: PBIC to hold Free Webinar on Promoting Walking and Cycling on Wednesday > > CHAPEL HILL, NC — The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announces the next free Webinar in its Livable Communities Webinar Series: > > Promoting Cycling and Walking for Sustainable and Healthy Cities: Lessons from Europe and North America > Wednesday, February 27, 2013 > 2:00 p.m. — 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time > > To register, please visit https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/958583714. > > Promoting Cycling and Walking for Sustainable and Healthy Cities: Lessons from Europe and North America” examines ways in which communities can better encourage walking and bicycling. > > John Pucher, a professor in the School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University in New Jersey and visiting professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, has spent more than three decades studying the difference in travel behavior and transport systems and policies in Europe, Canada, the USA, and Australia. > > Pucher’s presentation will discuss policies and programs needed to make cycling and walking safe and convenient; how Dutch, Danish and German cities get nearly everyone, including women, children and seniors, on bikes for a wide range of trop purposes; and what communities in the United States can do to increase walking and bicycling while also making them safer and more convenient for everyday travel to work, school and shopping. > > 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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3-foot passing law
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Feb '13

27 Feb '13

Dear Bicycle Board Members, I'm thinking of changing my advocacy for a 3-foot passing law to advocacy for a law that would require motorists to change lanes when passing bicycles. I would like your thoughts and guidance. Attached is a report, "The 3 ft. Law: Lessons Learned from a National Analysis of State Policies and Expert Interviews" by Rutgers University Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy. My reading of the report leads me to the following: The greatest benefit of the 3-foot law is educational by increasing motorist awareness of bicyclists but the educational benefit may be short-lived. The 3-foot law is hardly enforced if enforced at all in 20 states that have adopted it and it might be practically unenforceable. 3-feet is insufficient when motor vehicles are passing while traveling more than 25 mph faster than bicyclists. Motorists must change lanes when passing slower moving motor vehicles so changing lanes when passing bicyclists shouldn't be any more difficult or inconvenient. In WV, there are hardly any travel lanes wide enough that a motorist can pass without encroaching into the adjacent lane. While motorists and police officers may not be able to accurately judge 3-feet, they can all accurately judge which lane they're in or whether they're straddling two lanes. Since crossing the double yellow center line is common practice, the law should be modified to recognize such, particularly to permit crossing the center line when it is safe to do so. The WV Connecting Communities Legislative Agenda that we recommended includes a recommendation for a 4-foot rule. I think WVCC is trying to get legislation introduced in the session that is happening now. So, this would probably not be a good time to say, "Hey, wait. We changed our mind." However, quite commonly, legislation gets recycled through multiple sessions before it finally passes. The legislative process of getting a 3-foot law passed can have undesirable consequences such as requiring cyclists to ride on shoulders and banning bicycles from roadways that don't have shoulders.

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Fwd: AARP WV Legislative Update
by Gunnar Shogren 27 Feb '13

27 Feb '13

Interesting that Complete Streets is on their radar. Yes I belong to AARP... (mainly for the IHoP discount) ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: AARP West Virginia <aarpwebact(a)action.aarp.org> Date: Tue, Feb 26, 2013 at 12:00 PM Subject: AARP WV Legislative Update To: gshogren(a)gmail.com AARP West Virginia State Legislative Update F E B R U A R Y 2 6 , 2 0 1 3 ------------------------------ *[image: WV State Capitol (Photo: AARP West Virginia)]* *AARP West Virginia leaders **outline advocacy agenda **for 2013 West Virginia Legislature * *“Complete Streets,” enhancing retirement security and financial exploitation protections among session goals* *AARP West Virginia state leaders today detailed the organization’s legislative agenda for the first session of the 81st West Virginia Legislature, with a focus on legislative action in the areas of community development, retirement security, financial exploitation issues, and home energy affordability.* *AARP West Virginia staff and volunteers are maintaining a very active presence at the State Capitol throughout the 60-day regular session (which concludes April 13)*, working on behalf of nearly 300,000 members across the Mountain State. AARP is working closely with state leaders on the passage of legislation impacting West Virginians 50-plus, which includes: - *Adoption of “Complete Streets” legislation: AARP supports “Complete Streets” legislation that formally adopts state policies that promote effective transportation planning, coordination and community development. *“Complete Streets” is a transportation development concept that incorporates features in transportation design and planning that enhance safety, mobility and accessibility for all transportation users: pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and public transportation users. *During the past decade, nearly 300 pedestrians and cyclists have died on West Virginia roadways as a result of injuries sustained in motor-vehicle related traffic accidents,* according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). *Between 2000 and 2006, the total human capital costs associated with these types of motor vehicle accidents on West Virginia roadways was approximately $565 million ($80.7 million per year), based on a West Virginia University study *that determined costs borne by individuals and corporations in medical costs, emergency services, property damage and lost productivity. - *Helping People Stay in Their Own Homes and Communities:* AARP supports efforts to take advantage of new and existing opportunities to improve access to Home and Community Based Services (HCBS); and to protect and expand the Medicaid Aged and Disabled Waiver (ADW) program, State respite funding for the Family Alzheimer’s In-Home Respite (FAIR) program, and the Lighthouse program.* * - *Protecting Older West Virginians Against Fraud and Financial Exploitation:* Working with the *West Virginia Financial Exploitation Task Force*, AARP supports state laws that strengthen protections against fraud, deception, and unfair practices; and equip consumers with the tools needed to make informed choices and to protect themselves. - *Enhancing Retirement Security:* AARP supports efforts by the *West Virginia Association of Retired School Employees (WVARSE)* to protect retirees from reduction or elimination of promised benefits, preserve access to defined benefit plans and cost of living adjustments, and limit taxation of retirement income. - *Fighting for the West Virginia Utility Consumer: AARP will continue its utility advocacy*, with an emphasis on defeating or mitigating unfair rate increases for utility ratepayers; opposing legislation that would require advanced payments for multibillion dollar power plants; and, ensuring that providers of electricity, gas, landline, wireless and broadband internet offer services customers can depend on. “For more than 50 years, AARP has been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all as we age. We’re actively engaging our members for their input on the issues that are most important to them, and our advocacy agenda for this session reflects the feedback we’ve received from West Virginians 50-plus,” said *Gaylene Miller, AARP West Virginia state director *. *Older West Virginians want to remain in their homes and communities for as long as possible*, and many of the issues AARP is focusing on this legislative session address home and community issues important to those 50-plus. “Livable communities provide safety and security for individuals who wish to remain in their homes and communities as they age. Complete Streets policy represents a mindset that encourages common sense planning for new infrastructure development, where state transportation planners would consider all transportation users as they relate to the unique transportation needs of growing communities in the Mountain State,” said *Randy Myers, AARP West Virginia state president*. *Home energy affordability continues to be a major issue for low- to moderate-income West Virginians of all ages.* AARP West Virginia has heard from thousands of the state’s utility customers about the challenges they’re facing in paying their monthly bills. “*There are many challenges that lie ahead for West Virginia utility ratepayers.* Billion dollar acquisition deals associated with electric generating capacity and a focus on improved reliability in the wake of last year’s severe storms would likely result in higher future costs for state ratepayers. 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Fwd: Register by March 4 for Forks of the Ohio Regional Trails Symposium
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Feb '13

26 Feb '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> > Date: February 26, 2013 1:48:47 PM EST > To: Steve Selin <sselin(a)wvu.edu>, Tom Pinto <Tom.Pinto(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "dwayt(a)frontier.com" <dwayt(a)frontier.com>, Katy Moran <Katy.Moran(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Victoria Evans <mamasita1955(a)yahoo.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Fwd: Register by March 4 for Forks of the Ohio Regional Trails Symposium > > In case you had trouble accessing the registration from my last email and are interested: > Doug- please send this on to Michael Kinter (sp?) or have him call Amy Camp or Susan Gold at 412-481-9400. > >> >> Having trouble viewing this email? Click herehttp://www.pecpa.org/event/2013-forks-oh >> Hi, you're receiving this email because you've expressed an interest in the projects of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council. >> >> You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our emails. >> >> >> Register by March 4 for Forks of the Ohio Regional Trails Symposium >> >> REGISTER NOW! >> >> The Forks of the Ohio Regional Trails Symposium is fast approaching and we're excited for an interactive day that focuses on advancing the regional trails agenda. >> >> The 2013 Forks of the Ohio Regional Trail Symposium builds on the Western PA Trail Symposia held in 2006 and 2010, as well as the Power of 32 Regional Trails Meeting in 2011. Attendees will continue the dialog to make our trail system the strongest, most connected and best managed system. Stakeholders from Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio, Northern West Virginia and Western Maryland are encouraged to attend. >> >> The 2013 event will bring together trail stakeholders for a thought-provoking keynote address by Earl F. Gohl, Federal Co-Chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission; informative educational sessions; interactive working sessions; and networking opportunities. Symposium topics will include: completion of mega greenways, connecting to communities, developing healthy communities, planning tools and more. >> >> More Information and Registration >> >> Please register online by Monday, March 4. Read more about the event and the day's agenda, and direct any questions to Amy Camp at acamp(a)pecpa.org. >> >> Space will be provided for organizations to display and share information with attendees. Display tables are offered at no cost to non-profit organizations that request a table in advance. >> >> >> Forward email >> >> This email was sent to ella(a)montrails.org by jkarns(a)pecpa.org | >> Update Profile/Email Address | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe™ | Privacy Policy. >> Pennsylvania Environmental Council | 800 N. 3rd St. | Suite 304 | Harrisburg | PA | 17102 > > Ella Belling > Executive Director > Mon River Trails Conservancy > P.O. Box 282 > Morgantown, WV 26507 > www.montrails.org > 304-692-6782 > > >

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Fwd: March Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Feb '13

26 Feb '13

Anything for the Traffic Commission? I've heard some more Bicycle Friendly Community signs have been erected. Anybody see any? I've heard School Zone signs have been erected around Suncrest Elementary that should clear the way for Matt Watson's bike rack installation. Anybody seen the signs? I'd like to know the status of the Mon Blvd. Bicycle Climbing lane and the plan to keep it clean throughout the year. Anybody ridden up there lately? WVU's building a housing complex taking up the whole block bounded by Univ. Av., 3rd St., Grant St. and Huston St.. In the middle of it, they're going to have a "grand staircase" that connects Grand to University. I'd like to advocate for a bicycle ramp to enable cyclists to roll their bikes up the steps rather than having to carry them. I wonder what became of our recommendation to put such a ramp along the stairs that the builder of those apartments was supposed to reconstruct by the orphaned 1st St. from Jones to Lorentz? Traffic Commission meetings are such fun. I don't understand why the whole BB doesn't attend! Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: February 25, 2013 10:20:56 PM EST > 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, 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: March Traffic Commission Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Please send any items you might like to discuss at the upcoming TC meeting. Thank you. > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > >

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Fwd: Sheepskin Trail Community Kick-off- March 7
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Feb '13

25 Feb '13

See any humor in this? Begin forwarded message: > From: Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> > Date: February 22, 2013 4:26:57 PM EST > To: Ella Belling <ellabelling(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Sheepskin Trail Community Kick-off- March 7 > > Please join in the Sheepskin Trail Community Kick-Off in Point Marion, PA on March 7th at 4:30PM. The more the merrier! > > The Sheepskin Trail, which will connect Point Marion to Morgantown and eventually to the Great Allegheny Passage, is one step closer. For many years trail advocates and organizations in both WV and PA have been working to move rail-trail boundaries past the WV State Line, where the Mon River Trail currently ends. Please join us and our friends in Point Marion, PA for a community gathering to hear more about this effort and to celebrate some good news. > > 4:30PM Gather for walking tour- Penn and Railroad Street > 5-6PM Refreshments and Speakers-Jordan Building- corner of Main and Penn Street > 6PM Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant > > Please RSVP 724.437.9877 > > The invitation to the Sheepskin Trail Kick-Off is attached. I hope to see you there! Spread the word, Ella > > Directions from Morgantown > Follow US 119 North approximately 10 miles > After you enter Point Marion 119N will curve to the left > One block down on left is parking lot > across from United Bank and adjacent to post office. > > > Ella Belling > Executive Director > Mon River Trails Conservancy > P.O. Box 282 > Morgantown, WV 26507 > www.montrails.org > 304-692-6782 > > > > > > > > >

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Fwd: Save the Date: Woodburn Visioning Sessions info attached
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Feb '13

23 Feb '13

> >>> On 2/20/2013 at 2:47 PM, <chrishaddox(a)frontier.com> wrote: > Hi folks, > > The Woodburn Elementary Reuse Study group will be hosting two visioning sessions and your participation is needed at one of the events (or both if you like)! > > Sunday, March 3 2:30 – 5:00 > Monday, March 4 5:30 – 8:00 > > These will be short, intense and fun . Both sessions will be held at Woodburn Elementary School and you need not attend both (unless you want to). > > The purpose of the sessions is to engage the public in exploration and development of viable re-use concepts for the Woodburn Elementary School property. > > As you are aware, the City finances are tight, but the investment in and reuse of this property for the public benefit represents a once in a lifetime opportunity to add value back to our city core. Please come and make your ideas heard. > > Please share this with your friends and groups! (flyer attached) > > The City desires to purchase this site, but needs our help in making the case to do so! > > As always, please contact me should you have questions. > > Thanks, folks! > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Morgantown Magazine Statistics/Events
by Frank Gmeindl 22 Feb '13

22 Feb '13

Emily, Thanks for replying! I think a discussion among BB members on the future of bicycling in Morgantown would reveal a range of perspectives and I don't think mine would be any better than others. I certainly don't know much about events. Thanks for telling us about Kid's Day on July 20th. I know the annual Appalachian Spring Spectacular is the first weekend in May: May 4-5 with May 4 being the long, hard "Bonus Ride" and May 5 being the 20, 40 or 60 mile easy rides. But, I expect at least gunnar, Colin, Andrew, Chip and Alice would know more about events and even the future of bicycling in Morgantown that I. However, if they all chime in with events and perhaps even a little perspective on the future of bicycling in Morgantown, I'd be willing to roll it up and deliver it to Chelsea after the BB reviews and approves it. Frank On Feb 21, 2013, at 3:45 PM, Emily Vasile wrote: > Frank, you'd probably be the best person to speak to the future of cycling in Morgantown. You know it best, have the historical context, and relationships. Just my two cents! > > We are going to participate in Kid's Day on July 20th! I have a list of interested folks I'm going to get together in March to start planning. I'd be happy to give a quote about that. > > Emily > > > > > On Thu, Feb 21, 2013 at 2:35 PM, BikeMorgantown <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Anybody want to take this on? > > Frank > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From: Chelse Hensley <chelse(a)wvlivingmagazine.com> >> Date: February 21, 2013 2:31:44 PM EST >> To: bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com >> Subject: Morgantown Magazine Statistics/Events >> >> Hi, >> >> I am with Morgantown magazine and we are doing a page about bicycling in Morgantown. Is there somebody I can contact that can possibly give me a few quotes about the future of bicycling in Morgantown or any upcoming events? >> >> Thanks! >> Chelse Hensley > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com > http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Fwd: Morgantown Magazine Statistics/Events
by BikeMorgantown 21 Feb '13

21 Feb '13

Anybody want to take this on? Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles Begin forwarded message: > From: Chelse Hensley <chelse(a)wvlivingmagazine.com> > Date: February 21, 2013 2:31:44 PM EST > To: bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com > Subject: Morgantown Magazine Statistics/Events > > Hi, > > I am with Morgantown magazine and we are doing a page about bicycling in Morgantown. Is there somebody I can contact that can possibly give me a few quotes about the future of bicycling in Morgantown or any upcoming events? > > Thanks! > Chelse Hensley

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Reception for Terrence Moore
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Feb '13

08 Feb '13

A reception for former city manager Terrence Moore will be this Sunday (February 10, 2013) from 5-7 pm at the Aull Center, next to the public library on Spruce Street. This will be a "finger foods" reception - several people have already volunteered to provide some food, but how many people will come is unknown so please bring something if you can. There isn't going to be any formal program or gifts or whatever unless someone wants to take that on. Terrence doesn't want a big event. The event is being organized by a group of people who want to have a chance to see Terrence before he leaves.

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The Science Behind Cycling
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 07 Feb '13

07 Feb '13

Everyone, Pasted below, and attached is a file from Ryan Stocking who teaches "The Science Behind Cycling". He wants help ranking the titles for a a tent layout as explained below, thank-you! -Jonathan: In our effort to develop the curriculum to be delivered at the 2013 National Boy Scout Jamboree, we are in the process of designing the layout for a 20’x20’ tent. This tent will contain a number of hands-on activities to engage scouts in the science behind various aspects of cycling. At this time, we envision dividing the tent into 4 subsections (safety, gears, Monark/Cycleops Test, and tire pressure) each of which will showcase a particular set of activities/labs and the scientific principles related to each. For each section, a banner will be hung to distinguish one from the other. With that being said, we would appreciate your participation in helping us decide on the titles for each section within the tent. Please put yourself in the mindset of a scout (age range 12-18) visiting our tent and rank the following (with 1 being the highest) and/or feel free to write in any suggestions you may have. Thank you for your help! *Safety: Monark Cycleops Test:* Spin Doctor ___________ Pedal Power ___________ Cycle Safety ___________ Got Power? ___________ Safety Center ___________ Human Performance ___________ Other ______________ ___ Other _________________ *Gears: Tire Pressure:* Get into Gear ___________ Tire Tips ___________ Changing Gears ___________ Pump it up ___________ Gear Up ___________ Tire Talk ___________ Gear Guide ___________ Other ___________________ Other _________________

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Feb 7th, monthly Bike Board meeting
by Gunnar Shogren 07 Feb '13

07 Feb '13

Good snowy day. Bike board meeting this Thursday, 6:30 at Public Safety building. Attached please find the minutes from the January meeting. Problems or addendums? Please review now and comment. Who is planning on being there? Anybody have anything to add to the agenda besides Project Reports? I noticed that there was a "moving" van at Positive Spin a few weeks ago. My breath is still baited and waiting on news from the meeting. Just getting back to town from my adventure in Louisville, so pardon the tardiness, Gunnar Shogren Acting Chair. Woke up w/ a slight scratchy throat and sniffles. :(

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Re: [Bikeboard] Feb TC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Feb '13

04 Feb '13

Damien, Please find attached, the Bicycle Board January report to the Traffic Commission. This is a draft that has not been reviewed and approved by the Bicycle Board. By copy of this message, I request Bicycle Board members to reply-all with any suggested changes. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 491 WilsonAvenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On Jan 31, 2013, at 2:19 PM, Damien Davis wrote: > All, > > Please send me any items you would like to add to the agenda for next week's meeting by noon tomorrow. Thanks. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.MorgantownWV.gov > >

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Terrence FYI
by Traci Liebig 28 Jan '13

28 Jan '13

For those of you not on the city's FB feed. http://www.morgantownwv.gov/morgantown-city-manager-in-final-discussions-fo…

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bike lanes
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Jan '13

23 Jan '13

At, http://iamtraffic.org/resources/infographics/ , click on the image to see 7 other very instructive graphics. Sorry I didn't mention that before. > The fascinating graphics at http://iamtraffic.org/resources/infographics/ show lane width that should be provided for bike lanes. What's the alternative? > > Frank

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bike lanes
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Jan '13

23 Jan '13

The fascinating graphics at http://iamtraffic.org/resources/infographics/ show lane width that should be provided for bike lanes. What's the alternative? Frank

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Fwd: Register for a FREE Webinar: Matching Funds for MAP-21
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Jan '13

17 Jan '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Deb Hubsmith" <Deb_Hubsmith(a)mail.vresp.com> > Date: January 17, 2013 12:14:05 PM EST > To: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com > Subject: Register for a FREE Webinar: Matching Funds for MAP-21 > Reply-To: "Deb Hubsmith" <reply-4b278b018a-f68f769cc5-bdf8(a)u.cts.vresp.com> > > > > > > On Thursday, February 7, from 2-3pm Eastern, the Safe Routes to School National Partnership is hosting a free webinar: > > MATCHING FUNDS FOR MAP-21 > How states and communities are pulling together > match funding for MAP-21 grant applications > > REGISTER HERE: > https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9202646589050172672 > > > Since 2005 Safe Routes to School projects have been fully funded by federal transportation dollars. With MAP-21, the new federal transportation law, Safe Routes to School applicants now have to raise at least 20% of project costs to match the federal dollars. This can be a substantial barrier for local applicants, especially those in lower-income communities. > Do you want to understand the new rules on matching funds so you can get prepared for future funding cycles? > Have you wondered how to raise matching funds locally? > Do you want to learn how other states and communities have managed to find matching funds, especially in this austere climate? > Find out the answers to these and other questions, and ask your own, at this free webinar! > > Speakers: > Margo Pedroso, Safe Routes to School National Partnership, deputy director > Julie Walcoff, Ohio Department of Transportation, Safe Routes to School coordinator > Jenna Berman, Bicycle Colorado, education director > TBD > Highlights include: > A brief explanation of what kind of funds are eligible to be a match, and how it works > Learn about how and why the Ohio Department of Transportation decided to cover the match for local applicants > Learn how communities in Colorado found creative ways to fund their match requirement > A Q&A session via a chat function with webinar attendees > This free webinar is part of a series of monthly National Learning Network webinars on topics related to Safe Routes to School and other policy and program initiatives that can increase walking and bicycling to school and in daily life. > > To register for this free webinar, click on this link: > https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9202646589050172672 > > > > > 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 > > Click here to forward this email to a friend > > Safe Routes to School National Partnership > PO Box 2359 > Boulder, Colorado 80302 > US > Read the VerticalResponse marketing policy. > > >

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January BB Minutes
by Emily Vasile 17 Jan '13

17 Jan '13

Hello All, Minutes from January's meeting are attached. I highlighted a part of the notes from the discussion on the Proposed DOH work on Mon Blvd that I wasn't sure about if anyone has clarifications on that note or any others. Thanks, Emily

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Fwd: PBIC Messenger: Winter 2013
by Emily Vasile 17 Jan '13

17 Jan '13

Lots of great resources here. Also, it would be fun to add some Morgantown ped/bike images (see below). PBIC is looking for new ped/bike images Did you know that PBIC has a website dedicated to cataloging bicycling and pedestrian images and videos? Be sure to upload any pictures or videos you have to our site, www.pedbikeimages.org. We want photos of your bike lanes, multi-use trails, ciclovia/open streets events or upgrades to existing infrastructure. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: UNC Highway Safety Research Center < UNC_Highway_Safety_Research_Cent(a)mail.vresp.com> Date: Thu, Jan 17, 2013 at 11:10 AM Subject: PBIC Messenger: Winter 2013 To: emilyvasile(a)gmail.com <http://cts.vresp.com/fbl?3224560524/92abd2cd53/http%3A%2F%2Fhosted-p0.vresp…> <http://cts.vresp.com/ts?3224560524/92abd2cd53/http%3A%2F%2Fapi.addthis.com%…> <http://cts.vresp.com/ls?3224560524/92abd2cd53/http%3A%2F%2Fapi.addthis.com%…> ** [image: The PBIC Messenger: The e-Newsletter of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center] Winter 2013 In this Issue: - PBIC hosts NHTSA administrator for pedestrian enforcement event in North Carolina <#13c496744f9b8885_13c49467896d0f5f_1> - APBP names Charlie Zegeer its 2012 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient <#13c496744f9b8885_13c49467896d0f5f_2> - Walk Friendly Communities releases new guide book <#13c496744f9b8885_13c49467896d0f5f_3> - PBIC releases summary report on annual activities<#13c496744f9b8885_13c49467896d0f5f_4> - PBIC creates new YouTube Channel <#13c496744f9b8885_13c49467896d0f5f_5> - Study links how public health can be used in transportation planning<#13c496744f9b8885_13c49467896d0f5f_6> - Complete AASHTO Bike Guide webinar series available online<#13c496744f9b8885_13c49467896d0f5f_7> - Featured Case Study <#13c496744f9b8885_13c49467896d0f5f_8> - New Resources <#13c496744f9b8885_13c49467896d0f5f_9> - Announcements <#13c496744f9b8885_13c49467896d0f5f_10> - Pedestrian and Bicycle Issues in the News<#13c496744f9b8885_13c49467896d0f5f_11> - Upcoming Events <#13c496744f9b8885_13c49467896d0f5f_12> [image: header image] PBIC hosts NHTSA administrator for pedestrian enforcement event in North Carolina [image: Strickland] Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center staff along with local agency partners hosted National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Administrator David Strickland for a pedestrian safety press conference and enforcement event. The event, held in November, was part of North Carolina’s Watch for Me NC campaign, which is working to reduce pedestrian crashes in North Carolina through enhanced education and enforcement of pedestrian laws. The campaign, which targets drivers and pedestrians, is one of several NHTSA focus projects on pedestrian safety. Strickland joined Durham, N.C. Mayor Pro Tem Cora Cole McFadden, Durham Police Chief Jose Lopez and Lauren Blackburn, director of N.C. Department of Transportation’s Pedestrian and Bicycle Division, for a press conference about the need for reducing pedestrian crashes. Several area news organizations attended the event. Following the press event, Strickland observed Durham police officers as they held a pedestrian enforcement operation, pulling over drivers who failed to yield to officers trying to cross the street. PBIC staff members have been actively involved in the Watch for Me NC campaign, identifying high-crash intersections for targeted enforcement, working with state and local officials to help craft educational messages, and tracking the success of those efforts. To learn more about the campaign, visit www.WatchForMeNC.org<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/b5505818…> . ------------------------------ APBP names Charlie Zegeer its 2012 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Charlie Zegeer, the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center’s director, was recognized by the Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals for his continued work in improving pedestrian and bicycle safety in the United States. APBP named Zegeer its 2012 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient during the ProWalk/ProBike conference in September. The award “recognizes individuals who have made a substantial commitment to the profession and who have shown excellence in the field of bicycle and pedestrian planning, design, advocacy, or education.” Zegeer joined the UNC Highway Safety Research Center in 1986 and has served as director of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center since 1999. He has produced more than 150 reports and publications and is a “highly respected author in the field of transportation research, a leader in pedestrian and bicycle safety, and a strong mentor to young professionals,” the APBP noted. ------------------------------ Walk Friendly Communities releases new guide book [image: bike to school day] The Walk Friendly Communities program has created a new guide for helping communities become more pedestrian friendly. “Giving Cities Legs: Ideas and Inspirations from Walk Friendly Communities” highlights many of the efforts from the communities to earn Walk Friendly Community status during the program’s first three rounds. Download a copy of the guide at www.walkfriendly.org/about.cfm<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/289891ab…> . ------------------------------ PBIC releases summary report on annual activities [image: PBICAnnualReport] The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center has released report on the center’s activities and the state of walking and bicycling within the United States. “Fostering Livable Communities through Resources, Training, and Research” highlights much of the work PBIC staff and the organizations partners have completed during the last two years, such as case studies, webinars, research reports, and on-site training. The report also details the increase in the number of pedestrian and bicyclists on the road as well as federal funding for pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. Download the report at: www.pedbikeinfo.org/collateral/PBIC_AnnualReport.pdf<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/aa683bb4…> . ------------------------------ PBIC creates new YouTube Channel [image: YouTubeLogo] The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center has created a new YouTube Channel for hosting and promoting its archived webinars, as well as other relevant PBIC videos. The site, www.youtube.com/pedbikeinfo<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/f578a7d7…>, features many of the center’s recent webinars including all webinars from the series on the American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials newly updated “Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities” and from the series on the intersection of public health and transportation co-hosted with the American Public Health Association. Webinar recordings also remain available on the PBIC website, www.walkinginfo.org/webinars<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/61a803c1…> . ------------------------------ Study links how public health can be considered in transportation planning “Promoting Active Transportation: An Opportunity for Public Health” is a new study co-authored by the Safe Routes to School National Partnership and the American Public Health Association that identifies links between public health officials and transportation planners. The report explains how public health officials can better understand how transportation facilities are built into communities, regions and states and clarifies the role public health officials can play in altering that process to improve public health through increased physical activity. The report can be downloaded at http://action.apha.org/site/R?i=QBucbniGjg8Uz4_jUYD64w<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/81239e5b…> . ------------------------------ Complete AASHTO Bike Guide webinar series available online [image: AASHTO] The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center and Toole Design Group’s seven-part webinar series on the updated American Association of State Highway Transportation Official’s *Guide for the Design of Bicycle Facilities* can now be viewed online. The webinar series covers changes to the fourth edition of the guide, which was released in June 2012. The webinars are: - Overview of Revised AASHTO Guide for Development of Bicycle Facilities - Bicycle Planning - On- Road Facilities Part 1: Bike Lane - On-Road Facilities Part 2: Shared Lanes, Paved Shoulders, Bicycle Boulevards and Traffic Signals - Off Road Facilities: Shared Use Path Design - Off Road Facilities: Share Use Path - Roadway Intersection Design - Maintenance and Operations Recordings of the webinars as well as presentation slides are available at http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/aashto<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/e3aca42c…> . ------------------------------ Featured Case Study: Allen and Pike Streets Corridor Improvements [image: AllenandPikeCorridor] Background Allen and Pike Streets, located in the Lower East Side and Chinatown communities, had a wide concrete center mall that was a remnant of the 2nd Avenue elevated train line. As a result of many community-initiated workshops, members of the surrounding communities thought that Allen and Pike Streets presented an excellent opportunity to transform the streets into a pedestrian boulevard. In 2009, the New York City Department of Transportation responded to the requests and developed a plan that was well-received by the Manhattan Community Board 3 Transportation Committee and included the community's suggested modifications. Problem The Allen-Pike Streets corridor connects the Lower East Side with the new waterfront East River Greenway. It suffered from high-speed and weaving traffic in off-peak hours. The corridor had three travel lanes in each direction, a bicycle lane located between a parking lane and a travel lane, and a central 24-foot concrete median that had two rows of aged trees. Crossing the roadway as a pedestrian meant walking more than 110 ft. The median did not provide welcoming public space and there was no safe way to cross between the median malls because turning vehicles blocked access. Additionally, on-street bike lanes were often blocked by double-parked vehicles, which forced cyclists to move into traffic lanes. Solution The Allen-Pike Streets corridor was narrowed from three travel lanes to two travel lanes with left-turn bays and an occasional right-turn curbside bay in each direction. Left turns were banned from northbound and southbound movements for all vehicles except southbound buses. The bike lanes were moved to the inner curb next to the pedestrian mall. Flexible delineators were added to a striped buffer zone to further protect cyclists. Left-turn signal phases were added to the left-turn bays to provide a conflict-free crossing between the malls for both pedestrians and bicyclists. Four malls were connected and closed to cross-traffic with roadbed plazas defined by color-coating, planters and fixed seating. These were cross-streets with little utility to the traffic network, but their elimination improved the usefulness of the protected bike lanes and eliminated multiple conflicts from the crosswalks at each of the four intersections. Results By using relatively inexpensive pedestrian infrastructure improvements, eliminating conflicts and reconfiguring the street, this project achieved better pedestrian and bicycle connectivity, improved safety and enhanced the quality of life along the Allen-Pike Streets corridor in a short implementation period. The total number of crashes within the project area decreased by 9 percent since implementation, and there were 12 percent fewer injuries for all users. The success of the project has led to a the permanent build out of the malls with lush buffering plantings and seating areas that place pedestrians farther from traffic. The project will have raised unidirectional bike lanes on each side of the malls that will themselves be buffered from traffic by a ribbon of landscaping on both sides. The path will dip down adjacent to each left-turn bay, bringing the cyclists back onto the road. More Information For additional information on pedestrian projects in New York City, visit the following sites: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/home/home.shtml<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/f78bf61e…> http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/sidewalks/pedestrian_projects.shtml<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/56c3ecbc…> ------------------------------ New Resources The following resources have been recently added to the PBIC Online Library, a centralized, Web-based collection of pedestrian- and bicycling-related materials. To search the library, please visit www.walkinginfo.org/library<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/a3776ce0…>or www.bicyclinginfo.org/library<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/b4167064…> . Creating Walkable and Bikeable Communities: http://www.walkinginfo.org/library/details.cfm?id=4773<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/cb038cd3…> Steps to a Walkable Community: http://www.walkinginfo.org/library/details.cfm?id=4774<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/c70ff513…> Cycle-Rail Toolkit: http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/library/details.cfm?id=4775<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/b7a5f67e…> ------------------------------ Announcements New report examines impact of NMT on travel behavior The Transit Cooperative Research Program Report 95, Chapter 16 provides an enhanced look into how travelers use non-motorized transportation options in a variety of contexts. The report examines travel behavior, as well as recreation and public health outcomes, from creating or changing non-motorized travel options, such as sidewalks, bicycle lanes, street crossings, bicycle storage and showers. The analyses are done in both urban and non-urban contexts for a more complete understanding of the impact of non-motorized travel facilities on individuals. To read the report, go to http://www.walkinginfo.org/library/details.cfm?id=4772<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/da11f28c…> .** PBIC is looking for new ped/bike images Did you know that PBIC has a website dedicated to cataloging bicycling and pedestrian images and videos? Be sure to upload any pictures or videos you have to our site, www.pedbikeimages.org. We want photos of your bike lanes, multi-use trails, ciclovia/open streets events or upgrades to existing infrastructure. Like us on Facebook Be sure to follow us at www.facebook.com/pedbike<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/195d6a77…>for the latest PBIC news and updates. Ped/bike deaths rise, injuries fall in 2011 According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 4,432 pedestrians and 677 bicyclists were killed in crashes with motor vehicles in 2011. That’s an increase of 3 percent and 8.7 percent, respectively, compared to 2010. Despite those deaths, the number of bicyclists and pedestrians killed in accidents has been trending downward since 2004. At the same time, the number of reported injuries fell, with 69,000 pedestrian and 48,000 bicyclists injured in collisions with motor vehicles. Those numbers are down 1.4 and 7.7 percent, respectively, compared to 2010. Federal funding for ped/bike facilities rebounded in 2012 Federal-Aid Highway Program funding for pedestrian and bicycle facilities and programs climbed to $853.8 million in 2012, a nearly 8 percent increase over 2011, according to the Federal Highway Administration. The program funded 2,248 projects this year. Funding peaked at $1,188.6 million in 2009 due to a large increase in funding through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Easter Seals creates new wayfinding guide Easter Seals' Project Action has created a new pocket guide for improving how people travel to stores, restaurants, work and other locations. The guide was developed in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Health Aging Research Network. To download the assessment, click here<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/e17b07a7…> . Study uses GPS to track cyclist routes A new study out of Portland State University used GPS units to record the routes cyclists take. The study offers new insight into the attractiveness of bike lanes, paths and bicycle boulevards to cyclists as well as how other factors, such as intersection designs and road slopes, impacted routes cyclist chose. The study, which was supported by Active Living Research and the Oregon Transportation Research and Education Consortium, can be found at http://otrec.us/news/entry/bike_research_leading_to_smarter_regional_invest…<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/5ba4f9bb…> . NHTSA turns to YouTube to talk about safety The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has created a new safety character, Sergio Silbato, to reach out to Spanish speakers about pedestrian safety. Sergio is the Spanish language version of Willie Whistle. You can see the new safety public service announcement at http://youtu.be/4_OpiD2axCM<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/75d4cb3f…>. APHA puts out call for abstracts on public health issues The American Public Health Association is seeking presentations for its 141st annual meeting and exposition to be held Nov. 2-6, 2013 in Boston. The organization is seeking abstracts in all areas of public health as well as those that focus on the annual meeting’s theme: Think Global, Act Local, with a focus on best practices around the world. The deadlines for submitting abstracts range from Feb. 4 to Feb. 8. Find out more about the annual meeting at http://www.apha.org/meetings/AnnualMeeting<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/8aebac21…>or submit your abstract at https://apha.confex.com/apha/141am/oasys.epl<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/b9da99d3…> . International Bicycle Urbanism Symposium is seeking abstracts The International Bicycle Urbanism Symposium, which will take place from June 19-22, 2013 at the College of Built Environments, University of Washington is seeking abstracts on papers dealing with: - Ways that cities can best encourage and accommodate bicycle use 20-30 years in the future - Leading research that addresses bicycle use and effects of innovation in infrastructure and programs - Best practices and how these can inform long-term planning for bicycle use. More information can be found at: www.be.washington.edu/bicycleurbanism<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/2da583d1…> . TLUPAQ Conference k papers on transportation and air quality The Transportation/Land Use Planning and Air Quality Conference is seeking 20 papers for its 2013 conference in Charlotte, NC. The conference theme is “Developing Healthy and Livable Communities” and papers should focus on research and strategies regarding the integration of transportation planning, land use and air quality. Specific topics of interest include: smart growth implementation and evaluation, scenario planning and livability design strategies, intelligent transportation strategies and implementation, climate change, pricing strategies, information systems, MOVES model evaluations and data, technological innovations, and health impacts of land use and transportation decisions. Papers are due to Srinivas Pulugurtha at SSPulugurtha(a)uncc.edu by Feb. 8, 2013. Guidelines for submitting papers can be found at: http://pubs.asce.org/authors/book/proceedingssub/ConfProcAuthorGuideCamRead…<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/401b62e5…>. Bike League launches new program to promote women bicyclists The League of American Bicyclists has created Women Bike to encourage more women to bicycle and become active in promoting bicycling. More information about the program can be found at: http://blog.bikeleague.org/blog/2012/09/league-launches-women-bike/<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/d557cc97…>. [image: LAB] Bike League expands its Bicycle Friendly Cities program with Diamond Level The League of American Bicyclists has added a new top tier to its Bicycle Friendly Cities program: Diamond Level. The new level, which exceeds the current top tier Platinum, will be based on “The number of people riding and citizen satisfaction. Cities will delve into a more detail evaluation of ridership and level of service, using standard methods of measure like the American Community Survey and National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Project, but also more challenging and broader tools such as Copenhagen’s Bicycle Account.” More information can be found at: http://blog.bikeleague.org/blog/2012/09/beyond-platinum-creating-world-clas…<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/f45a4803…>. The German Marshal Fund is looking to host international bike share conference The German Marshal Fund’s Urban and Regional Policy Program is seeking partners for an international conference on bike share programs. The event, scheduled to be held in the spring 2013 in New York City, will cover a variety of topics regarding bike share programs internationally, including funding programs, locating bike share stations and promoting cycling culture. For more information on the conference, contact Brent Riddle at the German Marshall Fund, briddle(a)gmfus.org <+briddle(a)gmfus.org>. ------------------------------ Pedestrian and Bicycle Issues in the News The following is a brief compilation of pedestrian- and bicycle-related news stories from around the world. Web links to the following news stories are time sensitive, so some stories might not be accessible after the initial publication date without required registration. Drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians can take the high road to safety<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/76554c5e…><http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/d84afb37…> Pittsburgh Post-Gazette November 15, 2012 City should speed ahead with bike-share plans<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/aabae179…> Philadelphia Inquirer November 26, 2012 LBPD, Bike Long Beach Encourage Cyclists to "Walk It or Lock It" On Sidewalks<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/19bbc363…> Long Beach Post November 22, 2012 Rethinking Willamette Street<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/7c2db6da…> The Register-Guard November 25, 2012 Fairfield to create first bike route<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/1c90373b…> Ctpost.com November 25, 2012 Sebastopol supports ordinance adding protection for bicyclists, walkers and joggers<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/35b3e524…> Press Democrat November 20, 2012 Bike-friendly changes could alter El Camino Real in San Clemente<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/a067a4c8…> The Orange County Register November 13, 2012 City's plan will implement alternative cycling routes around streetcar<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/dc38a877…> Daily Wildcat November 21, 2012 Does the city budget create a policy for safer cycling?<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/b6f558e7…> The Coloradoan November 19, 2012 Bike-pedestrian trail plan coming together: Bike lanes among possibilities<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/4f04918d…> The Shawano Leader November 14, 2012 Street, bike concept betters communities<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/4d03e31d…> News-press.com November 21, 2012 Local Officials Help Bicyclists Peddle Their Cause<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/799dcfb1…> Roll Call November 14, 2012 Traffic safety measures take effect on Cayuga County streets<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/aa55bedb…> Auburn Citizen November 6, 2012 Kirksville Police launch bicycle safety, awareness campaign<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/ab5da2d3…> Lakenewsonline.com November 20, 2012 Council to take up bike-ped safety tonight<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/f39db0f7…> Mountain View Voice November 20, 2012 Parking fears put brakes on Provincetown bike lane proposal<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/d6b1fe30…> Wicked Local Wellfeet November 20, 2012 ‘Town Hall’ Upcoming for Bicyclists<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/f2b09868…> Baltimore Magazine November 1, 2012 Medina, Milan gets Safe Routes to School grants<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/913c0e4e…> Jackson Sun November, 19, 2012 Bicycle lanes reduce traffic woes<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/c11be995…> Deccan Chronicle November 17, 2012 Sidewalk bicycle law is rarely enforced<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/041c9bef…> Glendale News-Press November 13, 2012 ------------------------------ Upcoming Events *Transportation Research Board 92nd annual meeting* http://www.trb.org/AnnualMeeting2013/AnnualMeeting2013.aspx<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/d666ee46…> *Active Living Research Conference* http://www.activelivingresearch.org/conference2013<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/7b2b51d0…> * * *New Partners for Smart Growth* *http://www.newpartners.org/<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/4bd8587a…> * *National Planning Conference* http://www.planning.org/conference/<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/96396a20…> *International Trails Symposium* http://www.americantrails.org/2013/<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/f9d88a2f…> *Lifesavers Conference 2013* http://www.lifesaversconference.org/<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/3224560524/92abd2cd53/25a23ca1…> ------------------------------ The PBIC Messenger is a free, online publication of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center. 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Moore eyes job in Texas
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Jan '13

16 Jan '13

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Re: [Bikeboard] mapping assets
by Derek Springston 15 Jan '13

15 Jan '13

Gunnar, I attempted it at work before i left, but it didn't finish. I'm going to try in a minute here at home after i get Simon in bed. Will send an update soon. 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 fire the future of the human race." -H.G. Wells On Jan 15, 2013 6:42 PM, "Gunnar Shogren" <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Derek. > > Why don't you upload that baby to Dropbox (if you have the space), > then share it w/ me. > I will then do something w/ it, unshare myself from it (I don't want > it chewing up all my space forever), and it will have been > transferred. > It should fit on a DVD, but certainly not on a regular CD unless you > have some really cool compression algorithms... > > On Tue, Jan 15, 2013 at 4:34 PM, Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > > Hey guys, > > I will sit down later tonight after a meeting I have and get my son to > bed > > to view what Chet emailed and add anything else I may have. We should > try > > to get the Bike Board's GIS data transferred to Jing or whoever else. > I'm > > stuck at the house after 7:30 tonight with my son, so if anyone would > like > > to volunteer to come get it, we could work on a transfer. I live at 1412 > > Buckhannon Avenue outside of Sabraton in Brookhaven. The whole folder is > > less than 3GB, so I may be able to upload it to Dropbox. If not, I could > > burn a CD or someone could swing by my house with an external hard > drive. I > > feel it would be beneficial to have the data for your meeting, but I > could > > be wrong. Sorry I can't attend the meeting during the day. I just can't > > sacrifice that much time during my work day this week. It may be that > way > > for a few weeks. I'd be willing to meet outside of normal work hours, if > > need be though. My cell number is 304-290-7727. I'll try to answer in > > between work, traveling to my meeting, etc... > > > > Thanks again for everything you guys do. I'm excited that the data may > have > > another great opportunity to be useful and less static than it's been > for a > > few months. And I look forward to working with Jing and the rest of you > > guys on this. > > > > Thanks... > > ~Derek > > > > > > On Tue, Jan 15, 2013 at 3:49 PM, Chet Parsons <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> > >> I apologize for not being available tomorrow. I am fairly certain that > I > >> don't have anything that Derek does not have, since he was the impetus > for > >> most of the work. I went and pulled up the GIS data that I have > available > >> and took a screenshot (attached). This is the bulk of what I have, and > >> includes: > >> > >> routes with difficulty > >> BFC sign locations > >> service centers > >> bike parking as of 10/2009 > >> destinations as of 04/2010 > >> trailheads > >> share the road signs > >> proposed hospital through route > >> r4-11 signs > >> > >> There are obviously also all the background data that is necessary to > >> provide context, like streets, parks, water bodies, etc but I assume > Jing > >> has that data at his disposal. > >> > >> We also used this data to create the KMZ routes that are currently on > >> bikemorgantown.com > >> > >> Hope this helps! > >> > >> Chet > >> > >> On Tue, Jan 15, 2013 at 3:31 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >>> > >>> Derek, Chet, > >>> > >>> By tomorrow noon, could you please reply with a list of assets that you > >>> developed and have as a result of working on the Bicycle Board Mapping > Team? > >>> We had great hopes when Danielle was here that we could get everything > >>> together in one place. Now, Jing is on board and can probably do that. > >>> Jing tried to set up a Mapping Team meeting tomorrow but only gunnar, > I and > >>> Jing will be there. Would it be possible for you to at least reply > with a > >>> list of assets that you have so we can know what we're trying to > manage? > >>> > >>> > >>> Frank D. Gmeindl > >>> LCI #1703 > >>> 491 WilsonAvenue > >>> Morgantown, WV 26501 > >>> 304-376-0446 > >>> Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > >>> > >>> > >>> > >> > > > > > > > > -- > > 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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Fwd: Now Hiring: Full-Time Operations Manager for the Safe Routes to School National Partnership
by Derek Springston 15 Jan '13

15 Jan '13

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Crossroads 1/14 7-9 pm
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Jan '13

14 Jan '13

Please see attached flier for the subject public meeting. Crossroads is the comprehensive plan that will determine the future direction of Morgantown's land use and transportation.

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PBIC - New White Papers available
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 12 Jan '13

12 Jan '13

“An Overview of Automated Enforcement Systems and Their Potential for Improving Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety” http://katana.hsrc.unc.edu/cms/download/WhitePaper_AutomatedSafetyEnforceme… <http://katana.hsrc.unc.edu/cms/downloads/WhitePaper_AutomatedSafetyEnforcem…> “Using Health Impact Assessments to Evaluate Bicycle and Pedestrian Plans.” http://katana.hsrc.unc.edu/cms/downloads/WhitePaper_HIA_PBIC.pdf PBIC News Brief -- News from the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center /Jan. 11, 2013/ PBIC Launches New White Paper Series** CHAPEL HILL, NC — The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announces the creation of a new white paper series to expand access to the latest pedestrian- and bicycle-related research, resources and tools. The white paper series is intended to provide a broad array of information about some of the most commonly requested topics of interest among engineers, public health officials, planners and advocates. The papers feature the most up-to-date research, resources and tools on a variety of topics. PBIC already has completed the first two papers in the series: “An Overview of Automated Enforcement Systems and Their Potential for Improving Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety” and “Using Health Impact Assessments to Evaluate Bicycle and Pedestrian Plans.” Those papers can be found at www.walkinginfo.org/library, and copies of the papers also will be available for review during the Transportation Research Board’s annual conference. Future topics include high visibility crosswalks, road diets and cycle tracks. *About PBIC* 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. *Media Contact:* James Gallagher, PBIC, 919.843.7007, james(a)hsrc.unc.edu <mailto:james@hsrc.unc.edu>. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 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

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MAP 21 money for Mon County
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Jan '13

09 Jan '13

This morning's DP reported that the state granted $200,409 for the rail trail. See http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMy8wMS8wOSNBcj… http://www.statejournal.com/story/20523389/tomblin-announces-millions-in-tr… lists MAP 21 projects around the state. Looking at the list shows the kinds of projects getting the funding and levels of funding. Three of them are those reported in today's DP. Monongalia County: Decker's Creek Trail Resurfacing, $80,000; Westover Park Loop, $28,800 Monongalia/Marion/Preston counties: Mon River Trails Dump Truck, $56,000 Monongalia/Preston counties: Decker's Creek Trail Undercut Repair, $115,609.33 More MAP 21 $ could come to Morgantown/Monongalia Co. if someone applied for the grants. Frank

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Toward Zero Deaths Webinar 1/31 2-3:30 pm
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Jan '13

09 Jan '13

We might learn something from this. PBIC Announces Free Webinar on Toward Zero Deaths Strategies CHAPEL HILL, NC — The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announces the next free Webinar in its Livable Communities Webinar Series: Toward Zero Deaths: Strategies for Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals Thursday, January 31, 2013 2:00 p.m. — 3:30 p.m. EDT To register, please visithttps://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/860927866. The vision of "Toward Zero Deaths" (TZD) is predicated on the assumption that no traffic death or serious injury should be considered to be acceptable. Launched as a plan for highway safety in Europe, the principle has gained popularity in the U.S. in recent years, and some state and local agencies have adopted TZD language among their agencies' safety goals. Researchers at the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center have developed a list of key TZD strategies that are considered to be among the most effective in reducing pedestrian- and bicycle-related deaths and serious injuries on our nation's streets and highways. Presenters Charlie Zegeer, PBIC director, and Carl Sundstrom, PBIC program manager, will discuss a wide range of engineering, education, enforcement, policy, and funding strategies that are the most promising in in reaching TZD successes for non-motorized travelers. 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 ---

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FY2013-2014 budget
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Jan '13

09 Jan '13

Attached is the budget that I propose to discuss with City Councilors and Terrence. Damien reviewed an earlier version and made comments and adjusted cost estimates. The attached includes his revised cost estimates but the amounts to include in the budget and the comments are mine. Frank

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WVDOH proposed Two-Way Left Turn Lane (TWLTL) on Mon Blvd. between Boyers Av. and Patteson Dr.
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Jan '13

09 Jan '13

Dear Mr. Austin: The Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board is disappointed that the WVDOH apparently did not consider bicyclists in their proposed Mon Blvd. TWLTL and recommends that the MPO encourage the WVDOH to amend their proposal to include (in accordance with the 2009 MUTCD and the 2011 AASHTO Guidelines for the Development of Bicycle Facilities) · a minimum 8-foot wide bicycle-climbing lane on the uphill side of Mon Blvd. between Boyers Av. and Patteson Dr.; · R4-11 Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs every 250 feet on the downhill side, and · an 8-foot wide smooth paved shoulder on the downhill side. The WVDOH proposed Mon Blvd. TWLTL conflicts with the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan that the WVDOH helped to create. WVDOH proposes to narrow the shoulders to 4-feet. Narrowing the uphill shoulder to 4-feet will preclude making it a bicycle-climbing lane. The Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan Engineering Action #17 is to install a bicycle-climbing lane on Monongahela Boulevard between Boyers Avenue and Patteson Drive. AASHTO recommends a minimum 5-foot width for bike lanes or wider when the bicycle lane is adjacent to high-speed motor traffic. The proposed TWLTL will likely increase average motor vehicle speed. Narrowing the shoulders and increasing the speed in the travel lanes will increase risk to bicyclists and pedestrians who still choose to use the shoulders. Many will avoid this route altogether due to safety concerns. The proposed TWLTL will increase safety for Type A[i] cyclists if motor vehicle speed remains the same or decreases. The proposed TWLTL will increase Type A cyclist safety and convenience for the same reasons that the TWLTL would increase safety for motorists. Unfortunately, most Morgantown area cyclists are Type B[ii] cyclists that use the shoulders rather than the travel lanes. Narrowing the shoulders on either side of Mon Blvd. can be expected to discourage the few Type B cyclists that use them now. Knowing that they have the same right to the travel lanes as motorists, Type A cyclists ride in the rightmost travel lane that serves their destination. However, even among Type A cyclists, few will ride the travel lane up the hill on Mon Blvd. because they are scared by motor vehicles passing them closely at high speeds. Even Type A cyclists can be expected to prefer a bicycle-climbing lane on the uphill side of Mon Blvd. More Type A cyclists and perhaps even some Type B cyclists could be expected to use the downhill travel lanes if R4-11 Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs were erected in the corridor but most Type B cyclists would still prefer a wide smooth paved shoulder despite the increased risks of right hook, left cross and drive out crashes (especially at Chipps Hollow where a cyclist could easily be travelling in excess of 40 mph) at crossings. Therefore, the Bicycle Board recommends that the downhill shoulder of Mon Blvd. be smoothly paved to a width of 8-feet but NOT marked as a bike lane and that R4-11 signs be erected every 250-feet along the downhill side of Mon Blvd. Last year, the wide uphill shoulder was smoothly paved. All that remains is to stripe it as a bike lane. A bicycle-climbing lane on the uphill shoulder: · would provide an attractive bicycle route from Star City to Evansdale, a destination for many Morgantown area students and cyclists; · would provide an important connection from the Mon River Trail to Evansdale; · could be part of an important bicycle corridor connecting the 916-bed Domain and the 336-bed University Commons student apartment complexes to Morgantown so some of those 1,200 students could ride their bikes instead of driving their cars; · would be an essential part of a bicycle corridor from the University Town Centre to Mileground when Bicycle Plan Action Engineering #18 bicycle lane on both sides of WV 705 from Willowdale Road to Mileground Road is completed so some of the tens of thousands of cars that travel that corridor most days could be left at home when their users choose to bike. Bicycle lanes are appropriate on roadways with speeds in excess of 25 mph and with few driveways and intersections. Bicyclists traveling in the travel lanes are more visible to motorists merging onto the roadway from businesses such as the Texas Roadhouse and from intersections including Canfield Av. and Saratoga Av. however since Type B and C cyclists will not use the roadway, the bicycle-climbing lane must maximize cyclist’s visibility. Current sightlines are excellent however at a minimum, signage should be placed at these crossings to alert merging motorists that they’re crossing a bike lane and to watch for bicyclists. In addition to contradicting the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan, the WVDOH proposed Mon Blvd. TWLTL conflicts with the 2040 LRTP that WVDOH also helped to create. Tier 1 project #40 Regional Bikeway Plan Implementation Program includes projects from the Greater Morgantown Bicycle plan. The WVDOH proposed Mon Blvd. TWLTL violates the Monongalia County and Morgantown Complete Streets Policies. The proposed TWLTL will make Mon Blvd. more dangerous to pedestrians and Type B cyclists. In summary, Monongalia County and the City of Morgantown are striving to achieve a modern multi-modal transportation system. The proposed TWLTL project fails to consider the needs of bicyclists and pedestrians. The Bicycle Board requests you to encourage the WVDOH to amend their proposal to include (in accordance with the 2009 MUTCD and the 2011 AASHTO Guidelines for the Development of Bicycle Facilities) · a minimum 8-foot wide bicycle-climbing lane on the uphill side of Mon Blvd. between Boyers Av. and Patteson Dr. and · R4-11 Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs every 250 feet on the downhill side · an 8-foot wide smooth paved shoulder on the downhill side. If the WVDOH will not make these amendments to their proposal, the Bicycle Board requests that the MPO deny the WVDOH proposal to amend the TIP to add the proposed TWLTL project. As you know, Morgantown achieved Bronze Level recognition as a Bicycle Friendly Community last year. The City intends to retain the award and even try for a Silver award in 2015 (see Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan Encouragement Action #16). The WVDOH TWLTL as proposed is a step backward for a bicycle friendly community. Frank Gmeindl Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as vehicles [i] Type A cyclists, according to AASHTO are “advanced or experienced riders that are generally using their bicycles as they would a motor vehicle. They are riding for convenience and speed and want direct access to destinations with a minimum of detour or delay. They are typically comfortable riding with motor vehicle traffic however, they need sufficient operating space on the traveled way or shoulder to eliminate the need for either themselves or a passing motor vehicle to shift position”. [ii] Type B cyclists, according to AASHTO are “basic or less confident adult riders that may also be using their bicycles for transportation purposes, e.g., to get to the store or to visit friends, but prefer to avoid roads with fast and busy motor vehicle traffic unless there is ample roadway width to allow easy overtaking by faster motor vehicles. Thus, basic riders are comfortable riding on neighborhood streets and shared use paths and prefer designated facilities such as bike lanes of wide shoulder lanes on busier streets”.

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Mon Blvd. turn lane
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Jan '13

08 Jan '13

Bicycle Board Members, At Thursday's BB meeting, I said I'd write a letter to WVDOH through Bill Austin on the WVDOH proposed TWLTL on Mon Blvd. between Boyers Av. and Patteson Dr. Attached is that letter. So that I will have your input in time to do something with it before next Thursday's MPO CAC meeting, by Wednesday, please tell me what you think of the letter or use Track Changes and Comments to change it and return it to me. Frank

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Fwd: Agenda for today's Pedestrian Safety Board meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Jan '13

08 Jan '13

FYI, attached is the Pedestrian Safety Board's letter regarding the Mon Blvd. turn lane. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: January 7, 2013 11:00:51 PM EST > To: "Maria Smith" <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Don Spencer" <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, "Mary Gutmann" <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, "Mike Breiding" <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, "George Lilley" <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, "Dwight Harshbarger" <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Michael Simms" <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, "Michael Graham" <mwgraham11(a)gmail.com>, "Sarah Bias" <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, "Angela Wiley" <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, "Matt Cross" <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, "James Welty" <jameswelty(a)hotmail.com>, "Debbie Cain" <dcain(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Ilana Chertok" <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Martha Summers" <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Bob Anderson" <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Tom Bias" <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Bill Reger-Nash" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Jeremy Harris" <jeremy(a)itmindshare.com>, "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, "Angela Campbell" <Angela.Campbell(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Jim Rye" <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Joshua Woods" <Joshua.Woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Margaret Stout" <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Maria Brann" <Maria.Brann(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Mark Tinsley" <Mark.Tinsley(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Roy Nutter" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Stanley Cohen" <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Courtney Pawlak" <cpawlak(a)mix.wvu.edu>, "David Small" <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, "Melody Thomas" <mthoma29(a)mix.wvu.edu>, "Ella Belling" <ella(a)montrails.org>, "Claire Chantler" <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, "Jan Derry" <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, "Lauren Frederick" <volunteer(a)nwvcil.org>, "Nick Hein" <director(a)positivespin.org>, "Regina Mayolo" <reginam(a)verizon.net>, "Jonathan Rosenbaum" <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, "Kevin Leyden" <kleyden(a)wvu.edu>, "Dan Harris" <harrisda(a)wvuhealthcare.com>, "Jimmie Simmons" <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, "Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board" <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Subject: Re: Agenda for today's Pedestrian Safety Board meeting > > All - > Please find attached a draft letter regarding the Mon Blvd project. Please provide comments/edits to me by Thursday morning so that I may present the letter at the MPO CAC meeting that evening. > Best, > Christiaan > > >>> On 1/7/2013 at 10:54 AM, <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > All - > Please find the agenda for today's meeting and supporting material (information about upcoming Crossroads meeting and the proposed project on Mon Blvd) attached. See you at 4:30 at the public safety building. Looking forward to a lively discussion. > See you soon. > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantownwv.gov/government/advisory-boards/pedestrian-safety-bo…

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Meeting and aftermath
by Gunnar Shogren 08 Jan '13

08 Jan '13

Good day everyone and welcome to another week! Thanks to everyone that came to the meeting. I thought it went well. Was quite pleased that we could accommodate Bill's time constraint and have him talk to us about the proposed DOH project on Mon Blvd, most enlightening it was. Please do take the time if you can and offer Frank some advise/critique/help on his letter. Jing certainly is enthusiastic and I'm sure we'll be seeing more from his mapping project and if anyone wants to be on the mapping committee please contact myself, Jing or Frank. Hopefully Frank and others can get a budget request together in time. I'm fairly certain it's already happening, but again, any help that you'd like to give to Frank and that group would be appreciated. I do know that Frank, myself and Jeff Mikorski chatted regarding that some last Friday and it was well received. So how are those projects coming along? Just try and tick a few things off here and there so that you'll have something to report for the February meeting. That would be swell. :) And speaking of that, Jonathan, care to share w/ us what happened at the Positive Spin meeting Friday? I'm sure I'm not the only one waiting to hear how that went down. Okay, I think that's enough for now. Take care and thanks for being involved w/ the Morgantown Bike Board, gunnar. #actingchair Strange letter huh? Well I just wanting to get something out, touch base, etc., so here it is...

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The SRTS Call-In Show Webinar
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 07 Jan '13

07 Jan '13

Does anyone have questions they want submitted to this webinar? "Here’s how it works. You register for the Webinar in advance. You submit a question about your most formidable SRTS obstacles and barriers through the registration page, or by emailing mgulley(a)americawalks.org. You attend the Webinar and listen as the experts grapple with the unique problems facing your SRTS program and others around the country. You ask questions, you get answers. Simple." https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/519304625 -Jonathan

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Fwd: January 10 CAC Meeting Agenda
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Jan '13

04 Jan '13

The attached agenda contains more info about the Mon Blvd TWLTL. If you have any thoughts that you'd like me to include in the letter that Bill Austin suggested we write to the WVDOH thru him on this, please send them to me. I hope to get the letter done and sent to your for review and approval by next Wednesday in time to deliver it to the MPO CAC at next Thursday's CAC meeting. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: January 4, 2013 11:37:02 AM EST > To: <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, "'Maria Smith'" <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, <jegdeg(a)comcast.net>, <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <edyoucater58(a)yahoo.com>, "'John E. Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com> > Cc: "'Jing Zhang '" <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net> > Subject: January 10 CAC Meeting Agenda > > CAC Members, > > Happy New Year! Please find attached the agenda for the January 10th CAC Meeting. > > I look forward to seeing you. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or if I may be of assistance. > > Sincerely, > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it’s time to pause and reflect.” -Mark Twain > “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” -Marilyn Monroe > >

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January meeting. Agenda for your consideration
by Gunnar Shogren 03 Jan '13

03 Jan '13

Good night all. If there's something wrong or missing let me know and I'll change it before the meeting. Attached are the files for the Proposed Budget, December minutes and the agenda, though it is also right here as well. And you should take a look at the somewhat recent thread with the subject "Proposed DOH work on Mon Boulevard". Agenda follows- ***************** January Bike Board Meeting January 3, 2012 6:30pm - Morgantown Public Safety Building, Training room Open Action Items 124 - Andrew: Discuss the possibility of WVU becoming a Bicycle Friendly University with the SGA president and talk to WVU Cycling about serving on BB. 186 - Frank: Check with Damien on outcome of the DOH mtg about BFC signs 188 - Chip: Send BFB application to Gunnar for posting on website 189 - Gunnar: Talk to Colin and Christiaan to figure out what helpers should be listed on ‘singletrack’ project #3 190 - Frank and Jing: Let Gunnar know if they can present Vision 2000 information at the January meeting 191 - Traci: Invite someone from the Morgantown Municipal Green Team to a BB meeting and find out if they’re interested in having an ex-officio position on the BB 192 - Frank: Compile exit plan, list of contacts that are important for BB chair, which contacts he would still like to communicate with Agenda- * Schmooze Time * Last minute agenda items * Approve last month's minutes * Action Items * Ripe Bananas * Report from Projects Updates from Project leaders * Walk/Bike/Transit Map Ideas and suggestions on the bike part of the map Route classification, bike rack locations * Proposed Budget Calendar Plan to get a FY2013-2014 budget request to Terrence ASAP before Jan. 31 * Proposed DOH Work on Mon Boulevard Can we do better and what else could $$ be spent on? * Nominate and vote for a new chair * Review meeting * Adjourn Ongoing Projects- 1. Bike racks at schools Jonathan, Alice, Marilyn 2. Bicycle safety programs at schools, teaching safety and Safe Routes to School Andrew, Frank 3. Create singletrack trails in city Colin, Andrew, Alice, Mark Wise, Ella Belling 4. Complete parking inventory, identify parking gaps Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien 5. Update SLM and STR sign locations Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Emily 6. Identify signs, markings, facilities on BikeMorgantown.com Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien, Traci 7. Other GIS ideas Derek, Chet, Jing, Damien 8. Show WVU bike racks on WVU google map of campus Traci 9. Represent BB on Connecting Communities Butch, Jonathan, Bill (liason) 10. Outreach to International community on bicycling Jing, Colin, Butch 11. White paper to recommend bike friendly elements in Evansdale & Hospital redevelopment Traci, Jonathan, Chip 12. Get all major employers rated Bicycle Friendly Businesses Chip, Jonathan, Emily 13. Keep Positive Spin open Jonathan, Butch, Emily, Colin 14. Implement Complete Streets action in Bicycle Plan Damien, Frank 15. Write grants (HISP, etc.) Jeff Mikorski, Butch, Traci 17. Identify locations for installment of Bike Friendly Community Signs Damien, Traci 18. Build Stakeholder involvement Emily ********************

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Re: [Bikeboard] Jan. meeting!
by Derek Springston 03 Jan '13

03 Jan '13

Gunnar and all, My wife's family just found out late last night that they're going to take her grandfather off of life support today, so she's traveling to Beckley today and won't be back in town until late, which means I need to pick Simon up from daycare and watch him tonight. I could still come to the meeting with him, but have a feeling we'd be more distracting than beneficial. Should I still attend? ~Derek On Wed, Jan 2, 2013 at 2:14 PM, Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com>wrote: > Gunnar, > I'll be at the meeting tomorrow night. > ~Derek > > > On Fri, Dec 28, 2012 at 1:57 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com>wrote: > >> Another month, >> >> Another meeting! >> Next Thursday, Jan. 3rd. >> >> Who's planning on coming? Who's definitely not going to be there? >> Who wants something added to the agenda? >> >> There. >> >> _______________________________________________ >> 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* > -- *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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Jan. meeting!
by Gunnar Shogren 02 Jan '13

02 Jan '13

Another month, Another meeting! Next Thursday, Jan. 3rd. Who's planning on coming? Who's definitely not going to be there? Who wants something added to the agenda? There.

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December Minutes
by Traci Liebig 31 Dec '12

31 Dec '12

Hi All, December minutes attached. Andrew Walker-- please review Agenda Item 6 Project #2. I had so many notes on this that I can't decipher which project it was you wanted to work with. If you clarify, I can update prior to the meeting. Thanks and Happy New Year! Traci

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Fwd: Fiscal Year 2013-2014 Proposed Budget Calendar
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Dec '12

28 Dec '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: December 28, 2012 10:30:59 AM EST > To: Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Christiaan Abildso <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Roy Nutter <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Fiscal Year 2013-2014 Proposed Budget Calendar > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Attached is the Fiscal Year 2013-2014 Proposed Budget Calendar. Council will vote on the proposed schedule at there next meeting, Jan. 2. Please note in the proposed schedule that any budget request must be submitted by Jan 31, 2013. If you have any questions please let me know. Thanks. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.morgantown.com >

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Proposed DOH Work on Mon Boulevard
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 25 Dec '12

25 Dec '12

Dear Bicycle Board, I am forwarding this message on behalf of David Bruffy. It sounds like the DOH is intending to put a turning lane through the Krepps Park region, and that they are moving quickly to implement the project with their own design plans. This is the same area that Gregg Good was building a bicycle/pedestrian corridor; he had completed half the project when DOT suddenly pulled the funding away. You can still visit the unfinished bridge in the valley of Chipps Hollow: Ladies and Gentlemen, I am writing to make sure you are informed of planned safety improvements along the lower end (Star City side) of Mon Boulevard. The MPO met on Monday evening for their regular, December Meeting. As frequently happens, the State DOH asked us to consider amendments to the local Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP). This TIP Amendment is a requirement of Federal Highways that must be met before spending Federal Department of Highways dollars and it is obviously intended to insure local, public input. As often happens, the requests were not provided in time for the MPO’s Citizen’s Advisory Committee or the Technical Advisory Committee to meet and discuss the requests. Additionally, very little information is typically provided with these requests such as project design drawings and the reasoning and data supporting proposed road improvement projects. Highways often uses Highway Safety Improvement Funds for these projects (may not be the exact, correct name), and these funds and projects are not included in the regular MPO planning process, nor is the local community typically given opportunity for prioritization of projects, as was the case for this proposed improvement to Mon Boulevard. The DOH was requesting an amendment to the TIP to allow a $1.7 million dollar safety improvement project to add a turning lane to Mon Boulevard from the Patteson intersection all the way through to Star City. No description or information was provided as to pedestrian crossing accommodations at areas like the WVU Soccer Field, Canfield Street or Chipps Hollow Road, nor was any information provided to show how the roadway edges would be treated for sidewalks or bike lanes. The MPO did not approve this request, but it will be considered again at the January MPO meeting, after the MPO Citizen’s Advisory and Technical Advisory Committees have reviewed the proposal. Since this is a “safety” project, I expect there to be a hard push by DOH for quick approval of this proposal. I encourage you to look into the matter as it affects your interests for bicyclist, pedestrians and our community in general. I wouldn’t want to see another roadway without shoulders like the 705 “repaving” project between Stewartstown Road and the Mileground, and I doubt you would either. Thanks you for your efforts to make our community a better place to live. Sincerely, David Bruffy, CCTM General Manager Mountain Line Transit Authority 420 DuPont Road Morgantown, WV 26501 Bruffy(a)busride.org WWW.BUSRIDE.ORG www.Twitter.com/MountainLine www.Facebook.com/MountainLine http://www.linkedin.com/pub/dave-bruffy/10/137/488 (304) 296-3680 Office (304) 291-7433 Route Information (304) 291-7429 FAX

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BFC sign ride
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Dec '12

17 Dec '12

Bicycle Board Members, Anybody want to ride around with me on Saturday and set GPS coordinates for 7 Bicycle Friendly Community signs? I met with Damien Tuesday. We have 12 Bicycle Friendly Community signs. 3 of them are already up: 1. Mon Blvd. coming up from Star City near Coliseum 2. South University Av. coming into town at the bridge that crosses Deckers Creek just before the traffic light for Sargasso, Aldi, etc. 3. Westover Bridge coming into Morgantown We're planning to propose the following (all heading in-bound towards town): 4. Rt. 705 between Mileground and Stewartstown Rd. 5. Earl Core Road (Rt. 7 Sabraton) somewhere between the I-68 interchange and the Hogback turn. 6. Willey St. after Hampton. 7. Stewart St. below Willowdale (tentatively 39.6419, -79.9503) 8. VanVoorhis before Burroughs (e.g. 39.658606, -79.963425) 9. Dorsey Av. just before Oak Grove Cemetery. 10.University Av. at city line coming from Star City. These are tentative. We thought we should put them where there is a high traffic volume and a high likelihood that motorists would see them and increase their awareness of bicyclists and that bicyclists or potential bicyclists would see them and be inspired to ride more. Thanks to Damien for making the attached map that shows the general locations. Riding to each of these locations, deciding exactly where the sign should be placed and taking the GPS coordinates should be fun but the cycling may be challenging. If we see or think of better locations along the way, we can add them. (If Traci shows up, we might even ride around WVU.) Saturday's weather is supposed to be nice but cool. Inevitably, we'll probably want to stop for some refreshments along the way and/or at the end. I'm suggesting that we start at the Blue Moose at 11 am. Who's in? Frank

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Fwd: Dec. TC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Dec '12

10 Dec '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: December 10, 2012 5:04:06 PM EST > To: 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>, lisa k mardis <lisa.k.mardis(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Dec. TC Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Due to lack of agenda this month Traffic Commission meeting is canceled. Next month meeting will be on January 9th due to City Council meeting on the 2nd. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > > Assistant City Engineer > > City of Morgantown > > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > > 389 Spruce Street > > Morgantown, WV 26505 > > Office: 304.284.7398 > > Fax: 304.284.7409 > > www.morgantown.com > >

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Revised Minutes
by Traci Liebig 07 Dec '12

07 Dec '12

Good Morning All, Revised minutes from the November meeting attached. Colin, please review Agenda Item 8 and offer any corrections if I have mis-characterized that portion in the meeting. Thanks! Traci

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Re: [Bikeboard] December Meeting
by Gunnar Shogren 06 Dec '12

06 Dec '12

Attached please find the November meeting minutes. If you can review them before the meeting that would be swell as we will only have so many copies being made. See you soon.

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December Meeting
by Gunnar Shogren 06 Dec '12

06 Dec '12

Good day all. Meeting is scheduled for this Thursday, 6:30 pm at the Public Safety Building. Looking for items to be put on the agenda. One large and important item is to find a person to become the new chair of the Bike Board. Also checking to see who is planning on coming to the meeting. Last of 2012! Plain and simple, but do let me know. Thanks so much and have a nice day further, gunnar. Vice-Chair, acting Chair.

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Emily makes news
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Dec '12

06 Dec '12

Emily Vasile attended the whole transportation plan public comments meeting, talked to everyone and even got quoted in Dominion Post: http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMi8xMi8wNiNBcj… . Thanks, Emily! Frank

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SRTS Webinar Today, 2:00 PM
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Dec '12

06 Dec '12

New Funding, New Players, New Game 101: Why Build Safe Routes to School into Regional Governments https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5280674318114370560

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Tonight 5-8: Transportation Plan Public Input
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Dec '12

05 Dec '12

Reminder: Tonight, 5-8 pm, Public Safety Center. Show up and sustain support for bicycling! Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: November 29, 2012 2:24:33 PM EST > To: "'Jing Zhang '" <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net> > Cc: <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Draft Morgantown Monongalia MPO Long Range Transportation Plan > > Friends of the Morgantown Monongalia MPO, > > Please find attached a copy of the basic information for the MPO’s 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan. This information is to be presented to the Public at the MPO’s December 5th Public Meeting to be held at: > > City of Morgantown’s Public Safety Building > 300 Spruce Street > Morgantown WV > > Please share this information with others in our community. This information is also available at the MPO’s website. > > www.plantogether.org > > Comments may be submitted to me at my email address or at the meeting. The MPO’s Policy Board will consider the draft Plan at a specially called meeting on December 17, 2012 at 7 PM at Morgantown City Hall, 389 Spruce Street. The public is welcome at this meeting. > > Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions concerning the draft Plan or if I may be of any assistance. > > Respectfully, > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it’s time to pause and reflect.” -Mark Twain > “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” -Marilyn Monroe > > >

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Fwd: Draft Morgantown Monongalia MPO Long Range Transportation Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Nov '12

29 Nov '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: November 29, 2012 2:24:33 PM EST > To: "'Jing Zhang '" <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net> > Cc: <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Draft Morgantown Monongalia MPO Long Range Transportation Plan > > Friends of the Morgantown Monongalia MPO, > > Please find attached a copy of the basic information for the MPO’s 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan. This information is to be presented to the Public at the MPO’s December 5th Public Meeting to be held at: > > City of Morgantown’s Public Safety Building > 300 Spruce Street > Morgantown WV > > Please share this information with others in our community. This information is also available at the MPO’s website. > > www.plantogether.org > > Comments may be submitted to me at my email address or at the meeting. The MPO’s Policy Board will consider the draft Plan at a specially called meeting on December 17, 2012 at 7 PM at Morgantown City Hall, 389 Spruce Street. The public is welcome at this meeting. > > Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions concerning the draft Plan or if I may be of any assistance. > > Respectfully, > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it’s time to pause and reflect.” -Mark Twain > “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” -Marilyn Monroe > > >

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SRTS Webinar Today, 2:00 PM
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Nov '12

29 Nov '12

New Funding, New Players, New Game 101: Why Build Safe Routes to School into Regional Governments https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5280674318114370560

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Fwd: Updated Project LRTP Project List
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Nov '12

28 Nov '12

In the attached version of the list of LRTP projects the Technical Advisory Group's scoring has been added, the projects have been re-prioritzed (from the list I sent you Nov. 13), and some projects have changed. Overall, bicycling is doing very well but this could change in response to public comments at the Dec. 5, 5-8 pm meeting at the Public Safety Center Training Room. As I said in my Nov. 16 report of the TAG meeting, "Because of the small number of cyclists in Morgantown, it is imperative that we be represented at this meeting. This may also give us the opportunity to elevate attention to smaller, less expensive, near term projects." Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: November 26, 2012 5:12:13 PM EST > Cc: "'Thieken, Steve'" <steve.thieken(a)burgessniple.com> > Subject: FW: Updated Project LRTP Project List > > Transportation Advisory Group Members, > > Please find attached the final draft LRTP projects for the upcoming December 5th public meeting. Please review these drafts and let me know if you have any comments or corrections that need to be made by the close of business Wednesday. We anticipate posting this list along with the Strategies document on the MPO website Thursday for public comment. > > Thank you for your assistance in this matter. Please do not hesitate to contact me if I may be of any assistance or if you have any questions or concerns. > > Respectfully, > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it’s time to pause and reflect.” -Mark Twain > “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” -Marilyn Monroe > > >

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Tonight: CC Bicycle Plan Progress Review
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Nov '12

27 Nov '12

Reminder: Tonight, City Council is scheduled to review progress on the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan. Time: 7 pm. Location: Council Chambers, 389 Spruce St. Frank

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Article in Morgantown Times
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Nov '12

26 Nov '12

Attached. Nice article. Picture of BFC sign on Mon Blvd. and tale of other BB accomplishments. Frank

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Fwd: December 5th Public Meeting Notice
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Nov '12

16 Nov '12

Please note that the time for the LRTP meeting has changed to 5 - 8 pm. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: November 16, 2012 5:03:06 PM EST > To: "'Jing Zhang '" <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net> > Subject: December 5th Public Meeting Notice > > The MPO will be presenting the draft 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan for our area on December 5th from 5 until 8 PM at the City of Morgantown Public Safety Building 300 Spruce Street. The meeting will be an informal walk through presentation. Please share this information with everyone so we may have the best attendance possible. Both a black and white and color flyers for this meeting are attached for your use. > > Thank you for your assistance in advertising this public meeting. Please do not hesitate to contact me if I may be of assistance. > > Regards, > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it’s time to pause and reflect.” -Mark Twain > “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” -Marilyn Monroe > >

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Fwd: Draft MPO Long Range Transportation Plan for November 15th Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Nov '12

16 Nov '12

Bicycle Board Members, We've been working on a Morgantown-Monongalia Long Range Transportation Plan for more than a year and we're one step away from releasing it to the public for comment. Please review the attached draft and give me any comments you wish me to take to the Transportation Advisory Group Nov. 15. The draft LRTP is pretty large. One way you might review it is to search for "bicycle" and look carefully at the maps. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: November 8, 2012 3:12:23 PM EST > To: <bill(a)byrnehedges.com>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, <eldonc(a)msn.com>, <gvmayor(a)comcast.net>, <jambie1(a)comcast.net>, "Jim Manilla" <jimmanilla(a)gmail.com>, <jlgoodwi(a)access.k12.wv.us>, "'Joe Fisher'" <Joe.Fisher(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Keller, Perry J'" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "Mike Kelly" <dulaneyoil(a)comcast.net>, <Moncom(a)aol.com>, "Wesley Nugent" <wes(a)wnugent.com>, "Terry Hough" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Christopher Fletcher'" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Hugh Kierig'" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Radabaugh, Bryan L'" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov>, "'Irv Schuetzner'" <ischuetz(a)access.k12.wv.us>, "'Maria Smith'" <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, "'Williams, Donald L'" <Donald.L.Williams(a)wv.gov>, "'Slack, Alanna J'" <Alanna.J.Slack(a)wv.gov>, <director(a)moncpc.org>, "'Warner, Richard L'" <Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov>, <info(a)morgantown.org>, "'Development Center'" <infoadc(a)alleghenydevelopment.com>, <butch442(a)comcast.net>, <rwsnyder301(a)comcast.net>, <jegdeg(a)comcast.net>, <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, "Tim Ball" <tball(a)mub.org>, "'ExDirector'" <director(a)downtownmorgantown.com>, <exdirector(a)downtownmorgantown.com>, "'John E. Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, <Joseph.Kanosky(a)NETL.DOE.GOV>, <James.Dotson(a)mylanlabs.com>, "'Ken Busz'" <ken(a)morgantownchamber.org>, "'Michael Clow'" <mclow(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Murdock, Gary'" <murdockg(a)wvuhealthcare.com>, <mcclymondsb(a)wvuh.com>, "'Peggy J. Myers-Smith'" <pmyerssmith(a)tourmorgantown.com>, "'Russ Lorince'" <Russ.Lorince(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <robertsond(a)monhealth.sys.org>, <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, <brad.greathouse(a)mylan.com>, "'Rob Moyer'" <Rob.Moyer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Michael Clow'" <mclow(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <mrenner123(a)gmail.com>, <mayordave(a)comcast.net>, "'Janel Nye'" <janel(a)bedardconsulting.com>, "Tim Ball" <tball(a)mub.org>, "Shoukry, Fouad N" <Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov>, <statler4board(a)hotmail.com> > Cc: <scmayor(a)comcast.net>, "'Thieken, Steve'" <steve.thieken(a)burgessniple.com>, "'Snow, Jamie'" <jamie.snow(a)burgessniple.com>, "'Jeff Mikorski'" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <andrew.nichols(a)marshall.edu>, "'Jing Zhang '" <tranplan(a)labyrinth.net> > Subject: Draft MPO Long Range Transportation Plan for November 15th Meeting > > Transportation Advisory Group Members, > > Please find attached the Draft Long Range Transportation Plan for your review at the November 15th TAG meeting to be held at 6:30 PM at the Airport Training Room in the Airport Managers Office Building. Please review this information prior to attending the meeting. Your comments will be reflected in the draft plan to be presented to the public prior to adoption by the MPO Policy Board. Please plan to attend this important meeting. > > I would also like to let you know the MPO has updated our website the updated website includes a new look and interactive mapping of the MPO’s TIP priority projects. You may see our website at: > > www.plantogether.org. > > We look forward to seeing you at the November 15th meeting. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or if I may be of any assistance. > > Respectfully, > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it’s time to pause and reflect.” -Mark Twain > “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” -Marilyn Monroe > > >

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WV Connecting Communities Nov. 10 Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Nov '12

14 Nov '12

Please find attached minutes of subject meeting. Participants unanimously agreed to send forward to the WV legislature, the legislative agenda that the Bicycle Board recommended, also attached. Frank

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Bicycle Crashes in Pittsburgh
by Christiaan Abildso 14 Nov '12

14 Nov '12

Recent activity in the Burgh...is it an outbreak or just better police reporting? http://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2012/11/14/bicyclist-hit-by-truck-injured-in…

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Resignation
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Nov '12

09 Nov '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please accept my resignation as Chairman of the Bicycle Board. Thanks for tolerating my somewhat dictatorial meeting management methods. Thanks to all of you present and past members for contributing your valuable time and energy to try to make Morgantown a community in which all citizens can enjoy bicycling safely and fearlessly anywhere, anytime for any reason. Over the more than 6 years that the BB has existed, we've made some significant achievements but not nearly as much as I think we need to make a significant improvement in cycling here. The Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan provides the City sufficient guidance to make significant improvements. I hope you will show up to support it at the Nov. 27 City Council meeting. During my time as Chairman, my interests have narrowed, I've lost my enthusiasm and effectiveness as Chairman and I believe that someone else can do a better job. With your permission, I will represent the Bicycle Board at November Traffic Commission, MPO, City Council and WV Connecting Communities planned activities including next Wednesday's TC meeting, next Thursday's MPO Citizens Advisory Committee meeting, the Nov. 17 MPO Long Range Transportation Plan Technical Advisory Group meeting, the Nov. 27 City Council meeting and the Nov. 10 WV Connecting Communities meeting unless the BB provides a substitute or the heads of those agencies shut me out. Frank

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Active School Neighborhood Checklist
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Nov '12

08 Nov '12

Bicycle Board Members, In last week's Safe Routes To School webinar, Brian Fellows from the Arizona DOT, presented "Can A School's Location Make A Kid Fat?". Here's his 19-slide show: http://www.saferoutespartnership.org/sites/default/files/pdf/FELLOWS_2012SR… AZDOT developed an Active School Neighborhood Checklist to gauge a school's physical activity potential. The checklist gathers data in the following dimensions: Supportive Programs and Policies Walking/Bicycling Zone School and Property Street Profile Pedestrian and Bike Facilities and Safety Remedial Pedestrian and Bike Facilities Connectivity and Convenience and then gives a score. DO YOU THINK THIS COULD HELP US MAKE ANY HEADWAY ON OUR SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INITIATIVE? Just for fun, I completed the checklist for Suncrest Middle School. See attached PDF. Here's a PDF that explains every detail of the checklist process (just skim this): https://activeschoolchecklist.com/Content/Documents/ASNC_Assessment.pdf Frank

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Fwd: November Traffic Commission Meeting Canceled
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Nov '12

07 Nov '12

No TC meeting tonight. Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: November 5, 2012 2:20:39 PM EST > To: normawyant(a)comcast.net, Mike Wolfe <mwolfe(a)mecca911.org>, 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: November Traffic Commission Meeting Canceled > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > The City's building maintenance personnel will be conducting roof inspections Wednesday Nov. 7. City Council chamber will not be available for use. Therefore the Traffic Commission meeting scheduled is canceled and will meet again next month Dec. 5, 2012. If you have any questions please feel free to give me a call. Thanks. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > > Assistant City Engineer > > City of Morgantown > > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > > 389 Spruce Street > > Morgantown, WV 26505 > > Office: 304.284.7398 > > Fax: 304.284.7409 > > www.morgantown.com > >

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Fwd: volunteers needed- SUNDAY- rail-trail project
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Nov '12

07 Nov '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> > Date: November 7, 2012 12:58:54 PM EST > To: Martin Christ <mchrist(a)labs.net>, kelly r williams <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>, Sam Muncy <sam.muncy(a)msesinc.com>, Steven Rios <StevenRios69(a)GMail.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, colin dierman <colin(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Trevor Lloyd <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Steve Selin <sselin(a)wvu.edu>, Dave Smaldone <David.Smaldone(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Chad Pierskalla <cpierska(a)wvu.edu> > Cc: Randy Moore <rmoore(a)boparc.org> > Subject: volunteers needed- SUNDAY- rail-trail project > > Hi everyone > Putting out a wide net ask for help. > > MRTC has been offered a donation of a barn-full of roofing slate (~3000 pieces) for the Elkins Coal and Coke Building in Masontown. The catch is that we need to move it from Charleston, WV to Morgantown. I am searching for volunteers to help on a haul away day that will require some heavy lifting and a long travel day. Please let me know if you would like to volunteer, know of some strong able people to ask, or have any questions. > > Also looking for crates to haul it in- if anyone has any suggestions- please call or email 304-692-6782 > > Tentatively set for Sunday, November 11. The day: 7AM meet Randy Moore who has truck and trailer, carpool, meet owner in Charleston around 10AM, Load up and travel back to Morgantown 3PM+ We are not planning to unload that day. It will require hand lifting slate into the trailer. > > The access road to the property is a steep dirt road. Weather will be an issue so this will be canceled if we have rain or a wet week before hand. Ella > > Ella Belling > Executive Director > Mon River Trails Conservancy > P.O. Box 282 > Morgantown, WV 26507 > www.montrails.org > 304-692-6782 > > > > >

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Fwd: Safe Routes to School E-News: November 2012
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Nov '12

06 Nov '12

Lots of good info for SRTS. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Deb Hubsmith" <Deb_Hubsmith(a)mail.vresp.com> > Date: November 5, 2012 12:51:52 PM EST > To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > Subject: Safe Routes to School E-News: November 2012 > Reply-To: "Deb Hubsmith" <reply-6aa7707e7b-ba6c4ec446-3fce(a)u.cts.vresp.com> > > > > > NOVEMBER 2012 | ISSUE 82 > Connect with Us > > > > > 1. Implementing MAP-21 – the New Transportation Law > Updates on guidance, matching funds and state spending > > In late October, the US Department of Transportation released the new interim guidance on the Transportation Alternatives program under MAP-21. Specific to Safe Routes to School, the guidance rules that Safe Routes to School projects (like all other Transportation Alternatives projects) require a 20 percent local match for funded projects. The guidance also rules that Safe Routes to School coordinators can be paid from Transportation Alternatives funds, which should help ensure that these important staff positions are retained. > > Specific to the match, this change only applies to new projects funded under Transportation Alternatives; projects funded using leftover Safe Routes to School dollars will continue to be 100 percent federally funded. Many states still have Safe Routes to School funding remaining – see our latest state of the states to see how your state rates. > > As competitions begin for Transportation Alternatives dollars, we know it will be a challenge for Safe Routes to School advocates to identify matching funds. While we continue to work with Congress to try and reverse the match policy, it is smart for advocates to familiarize themselves with what types of dollars can count towards the match. Our latest blog post gives you all the details you need to get started. > > > > 2. Three New Research Briefs on Walking/Bicycling to School > Use them to strengthen your message > > Active Living Research recently released three new research briefs featuring evidence on policies, programs and practices that support walking and bicycling to school. When children can safely and easily walk or bicycle to school, they get more physical activity - something that can help prevent obesity and promote good health. Research can help make the case for Safe Routes to School to legislators, funders, school officials, city officials and parents, so share the info you find in these three briefs to strengthen your message: > The Impact of State Safe Routes to School-related Laws on Active Travel to School Policies and Practices in U.S. Elementary Schools > Program Practices and Demographic Factors Associated with Federal Funding for the Safe Routes to School Program in the United States > Impact of a Pilot Walking School Bus Intervention on Children's Pedestrian Safety Behaviors: A Pilot Study > > > > 3. Registration Now Open for Two Must Attend 2013 Conferences > New Partners for Smart Growth and the National Bike Summit > > If you don’t already have these two 2013 conferences on your radar, check this out. First off, New Partners for Smart Growth is taking place February 7-9 in Kansas City, Missouri, with nearly 100 dynamic and exciting sessions, plenaries and local tours. This is going to be a landmark event. Secondly, the National Bike Summit is the premiere bicycle advocacy event of the year taking place March 4-7 in Washington, DC. Click here to learn more about these conferences and to register today! > > > > 4. Steps to a Walkable Community: Guide for Citizens, Planners and Engineers > More than 1700 copies have been downloaded already > > Steps to a Walkable Community: Guide for Citizens, Planners and Engineers, released by America Walks in partnership with Sam Schwartz Engineering, is a collection of innovative, multidisciplinary tactics that have successfully improved and encouraged walking in communities around the country. Over the past month, 1700 copies have been downloaded. Spread the word and download your free copy today! > > > > 5. Partnership for a Healthier America's End Childhood Obesity Innovation Challenge > Submit your idea by November 16 > > On March 7, 2013, the Partnership for a Healthier America will bring together more than 1,000 leaders from public, private and non-profit organizations, all committed to solving the childhood obesity crisis in America. This year's agenda will feature a new program - the End Childhood Obesity Innovation Challenge - and they need your ideas. The End Childhood Obesity Innovation Challenge is an online contest that is asking everyone to submit unique ideas that could help in the fight against childhood obesity. Three finalists will be flown to DC to pitch the Summit attendees and a panel of judges – live – during the opening plenary. Want to learn more? Click here for all the details – and to submit an idea of your own. The submission deadline is November 16, 2012. > > > > 6. NARC Releases New Report: A Synthesis of Current Livability Practice > Seeking case studies; submit a Safe Routes to School study > > The National Association of Regional Councils (NARC) released their latest livability resource last month, Livability Literature Review: A Synthesis of Current Practice. This comprehensive report describes how livability is understood, provides examples of livable communities in practice and adds clarity to several concepts. This new report will help local governments and their regional planning organizations, both urban and rural, better understand the resources available to create more livable communities. In order for regions to build stronger, more livable communities, NARC is seeking additional case studies of regional planning organizations and their communities. These case studies will showcase the important work in which your community is engaged and help future communities create more livable communities. Click here to share your Safe Routes to School case study. > > > > 7. State Network Project News > NJ and You – Perfect Together! > > And perfect it was for the National Partnership’s first state network project retreat October 9 – 12 in Morristown, NJ which included our team of seven state advocacy organizers (from CA, FL, MS, NC, NJ, OH and TN), National Partnership staff directors and our Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) program officer, Jamie Bussel. Our objectives focused on enhancing the National Partnership strategies for achieving our RWJF grant-funded policy priorities to reverse childhood obesity including: award and obligation of Safe Routes to School funding, advancement of Complete Street polices and advancement of joint/shared use policies (all with a focus on lower-income communities and schools). Read more about the event, our accomplishments and continuing priorities, and the NJ partners who joined us. > > > > 8. Regional Network Project News > Pointing to the TIP for infrastructure changes > > Through our work with the regional network project, we have highlighted the important role of Regional Transportation Plans (RTPs), but we are also realizing that Transportation Improvement Programs (TIPs) are an important tool in furthering bicycle and pedestrian projects. A region’s project evaluation criteria shape the types of projects that get added to the TIP. We are finding that influencing the elements on the evaluation criteria impacts the types of projects added to the TIP. Despite fiscal constraints, this approach gives life to bicycle and pedestrian projects + READ MORE > > > > 9. Highlighted Blogs > Check out some recent blogs from National Partnership staff > > Complete Streets -The Name Says It All > > Southern Leaders Gather to Fight Obesity > > > > 10. Featured States > Highlighting Louisiana and South Carolina > > Louisiana > The Louisiana Department of Transportation Safe Routes to School program (LASRTS) will open the 7th cycle of funding January 2, 2013. Throughout the first six application cycles, LASRTS has funded 65 applicants; providing improvements to 88 schools around the state. Louisiana expects to fund more than $2 million in projects in the 2013 application cycle. Applications are due March 1, 2013. + READ MORE > > South Carolina > To date, South Carolina Safe Routes to School has awarded 24 projects (totaling a little more than $3.7 million). Some examples of the various types of infrastructure projects are sidewalk improvements, curb and gutter, crosswalks, raised crosswalks, multi-use paths, signage, bicycle storage sheds and bike racks. South Carolina created a Safe Routes to School Resource Center to handle all of the non-infrastructure components. The Safe Routes to School Resource Center helps schools, school districts and communities throughout South Carolina to build and sustain Safe Routes to School programs. Partners of the Resource Center receive technical assistance and program support at no cost. + READ MORE > > > > > In this Issue > > > 1. Implementing MAP-21 –the New Transportation Law > 2. Three New Research Briefs on Walking/Bicycling to School > 3. Registration Now Open for Two Must Attend 2013 Conferences > 4. Steps to a Walkable Community: Guide for Citizens, Planners and Engineers > 5. Partnership for a Healthier America's End Childhood Obesity Innovation Challenge > 6. NARC Releases New Report: A Synthesis of Current Livability Practice > 7. State Network Project News > 8. Regional Network Project News > 9. Highlighted Blogs > 10. Featured States > > > > > > > > Safe Routes to School In the News > > > Duluth, MN: $4 Million Up for Grabs to Create Safer Routes to School in Minnesota > Lumberton, NC: Taking Steps Toward Better Health > Ocean Shores, WA: Receives Grant for Traffic Enforcement > > > > > Safe Routes to School National Partnership > Creating safer streets, improving communities, and promoting physical activity for children and their families. > > ABOUT US > > DONATE > > JOIN > > MEDIA > > SUBSCRIBE TO E-NEWS > > > > > > saferoutespartnership.org • Contact us • Subscribe to e-News > > > > > Special thanks to our supporters for their commitment to the mission of the Safe Routes to School National Partnership. > > > © Copyright Safe Routes to School National Partnership. All rights reserved. > > > > > > > > > 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 80306 > US > Read the VerticalResponse marketing policy. > > >

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Fwd: Pedestrian Safety Board 11/5 Agenda
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Nov '12

02 Nov '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: November 2, 2012 10:46:58 AM EDT > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Michael Graham <mwgraham11(a)gmail.com>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Debbie Cain <dcain(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dan Harris <harrisda(a)wvuhealthcare.com>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Nick Hein <director(a)positivespin.org>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Courtney Pawlak <cpawlak(a)mix.wvu.edu>, James Welty <jameswelty(a)hotmail.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Maria Brann <Maria.Brann(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Melody Thomas <mthoma29(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Jeremy Harris <jeremy(a)itmindshare.com> > Subject: Pedestrian Safety Board 11/5 Agenda > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > All - > Please find the agenda for Monday's meeting attached. We will spend a big chunk of time discussing What kind of project would be of interest to you. > So, please do some thinking about that topic and be prepared to discuss. > Have a great weekend! I will send June & October minutes when I'm able to access a different computer at home. > Thanks > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantownwv.gov/government/advisory-boards/pedestrian-safety-bo…

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Fwd: Health is a Calling Card: Tools to Build Health Into Safe Routes to School Confirmation
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Nov '12

01 Nov '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: SRTS National Partnership <customercare(a)gotowebinar.com> > Date: November 1, 2012 1:58:38 PM EDT > To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > Subject: Health is a Calling Card: Tools to Build Health Into Safe Routes to School Confirmation > Reply-To: kathy(a)saferoutespartnership.org > > > Dear Frank, > Thank you for registering for "Health is a Calling Card: Tools to Build Health Into Safe Routes to School ". > Please send your questions, comments and feedback to:kathy@saferoutespartnership.org > How To Join The Webinar > Thu, Nov 1, 2012 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT > Add to Calendar > 1. Click the link to join the webinar at the specified time and date: > https://global.gotowebinar.com/join/3974616131758645248/329458792 > > Note: This link should not be shared with others; it is unique to you. > 2. Choose one of the following audio options: > TO USE YOUR COMPUTER'S AUDIO: > When the webinar begins, you will be connected to audio using your computer's microphone and speakers (VoIP). A headset is recommended. > --OR-- > TO USE YOUR TELEPHONE: > If you prefer to use your phone, you must select "Use Telephone" after joining the webinar and call in using the numbers below. > United States > Toll: +1 (909) 259-0025 > Access Code: 143-076-199 > Audio PIN: Shown after joining the webinar > Webinar ID: 134-023-387 > View System Requirements > > > You are receiving this email because you registered for this webinar. You can also opt-out from receiving further emails from this webinar's organizers. Privacy Policy. > Citrix Online, LLC | 7414 Hollister Avenue | Goleta, CA 93117 > © 2012 Citrix Online, LLC. All rights reserved. Citrix, GoToAssist, GoToMeeting, GoToMyPC, GoToTraining, GoToWebinar, Podio and Sharefile are trademarks of Citrix Systems, Inc., or a subsidiary thereof, and are or may be registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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New Projects Matrix
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Nov '12

01 Nov '12

Bicycle Board Members, The attached file may make it easier for you to see which projects you signed up for and whether you signed up to Lead or Help. Frank

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Rec Trails Grant changes
by Chet Parsons 01 Nov '12

01 Nov '12

FYI. Note the change in submission dates from November 15 to December 15 for all grants. Chet Everyone – The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) has received guidance from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) concerning interpretation of MAP-21 that affects the on-going application cycle for FY 2013. FHWA has informed the WVDOH that non-profit organizations are eligible to apply to the Recreational Trails Program (RTP). The WVDOH *will immediately begin* accepting ITAs from non-profits for the RTP. Note, however, that non-profits have never been eligible for the old Transportation Enhancement Program (TE), nor are they eligible for the new Transportation Alternatives program (TA). FHWA also clarified that TA funding awarded in the TA category “safe routes for non-drivers”, or any version of TA funding resembling the older Safe Routes to Schools Program (SRTS), will be funded at the 80/20 ratio similar to the TE/TA projects. To re-state: any organization applying for TA funds involving any variation of the SRTS deemed eligible by FHWA will be responsible for a 20% local match. Because of the inclusion of the non-profits into the FY 2013 application cycle after the initial start date, the WVDOH has moved the end date for submission of the ITAs for all applications to December 15, 2012. The WVDOH feels this date change from November 15, 2012 to December 15, 2012 will assist potential applicants among the non-profit community and general applicants that have experienced problems with the application system. As with last year, Rhonda Banks will be assisting applicants with all aspects of the application process. You may contact her at (304) 558-9606, or email her at Rhonda.C.Banks(a)wv.gov. *William C. Robinson* *Grant Administration Unit Leader* *State Trail Coordinator* *Chairman, West Virginia Recreational Trails Advisory Board* * * *Grant Administration Unit* *Planning Section* *Program Planning and Administration Division* *Division of Highways* *West Virginia Department of Transportation* *1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East* *Building 5, Room 863* *Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430* *(304)558-9615 (304) 558-3783 (fax)*** *bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov*

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Tonight's meeting
by Graber, Stephen 01 Nov '12

01 Nov '12

Hi all, I plan to be at the meeting tonight but wanted to everyone to know that I'm heading down to look at our farm this morning. If I'm absent or late it's because I ran into unexpected difficulties. Cheers, Butch ------------------------------------------- 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 Frank Gmeindl [fgmeindl(a)gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 8:58 AM To: Bicycle Board Subject: [Bikeboard] SRTS Webinar 2 pm Today Health is a Calling Card: Tools to Build Health Into Safe Routes to School https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3974616131758645248<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?2ejjpsuuodK6zAQsLf9EL6OsVHkiPdDfU8v_4qPG…>

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SRTS Webinar 2 pm Today
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Nov '12

01 Nov '12

Health is a Calling Card: Tools to Build Health Into Safe Routes to School https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3974616131758645248

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Fwd: November TC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Oct '12

29 Oct '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached a draft monthly report to the Traffic Commission and a draft agenda for next week's BB meeting. Please review these documents and give me your concurrence or your recommendations for changes. One item in the report to TC is that the City Manager is planning to review Bicycle Plan progress at the November 27 City Council Committee of the Whole. Do you think we should attend? In the agenda, I've allocated 75 minutes to topic #7 which is for leaders to get help from the BB on the projects that we listed on the flip charts at the last two meetings. To proceed on topic #7 in an orderly fashion, if you're one of the leaders that wants to talk with the BB about your project, please let me know by Monday how much time you want and the desired outcome. I will then issue a revised agenda with topic #7 divided up to give each of you a defined slot. You'll also notice that topic #6 is selection of new BB members. We have 5 vacancies: 1 City; 2 Greater Morgantown; 1 WVU Cycling; 1 Youth Commission. It would be nice if all candidates for membership attended the meeting. Frank D. Gmeindl Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board LCI #1703 491 WilsonAvenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: October 22, 2012 4:07:58 PM EDT > To: normawyant(a)comcast.net, Mike Wolfe <mwolfe(a)mecca911.org>, 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: November TC Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Please send me your agenda items so that I can begin working on November's meeting. Thanks. > > J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM > Assistant City Engineer > City of Morgantown > Public Works Department - Engineering Division > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304.284.7398 > Fax: 304.284.7409 > www.morgantown.com > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Fwd: November TC Meeting
by Chip Wamsley 28 Oct '12

28 Oct '12

I think it would be good to have some of the bike board present at the council meeting to be able to answer questions should they arise. Our prescence might inspire more thoughtful discussion from the council. I can be there. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 10/25/2012 1:00:46 PM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Cc: "Eric Henrickson" <moxiemeister(a)hotmail.com> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Fwd: November TC Meeting Please ignore the Excel spreadsheet that I attached to the message below. Begin forwarded message: From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Date: October 25, 2012 12:58:44 PM EDT To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Cc: Eric Henrickson <moxiemeister(a)hotmail.com> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: November TC Meeting Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached a draft monthly report to the Traffic Commission and a draft agenda for next week's BB meeting. Please review these documents and give me your concurrence or your recommendations for changes. One item in the report to TC is that the City Manager is planning to review Bicycle Plan progress at the November 27 City Council Committee of the Whole. Do you think we should attend? In the agenda, I've allocated 75 minutes to topic #7 which is for leaders to get help from the BB on the projects that we listed on the flip charts at the last two meetings. To proceed on topic #7 in an orderly fashion, if you're one of the leaders that wants to talk with the BB about your project, please let me know by Monday how much time you want and the desired outcome. I will then issue a revised agenda with topic #7 divided up to give each of you a defined slot. You'll also notice that topic #6 is selection of new BB members. We have 5 vacancies: 1 City; 2 Greater Morgantown; 1 WVU Cycling; 1 Youth Commission. It would be nice if all candidates for membership attended the meeting. Frank D. Gmeindl Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board LCI #1703 491 WilsonAvenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles Begin forwarded message: From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Date: October 22, 2012 4:07:58 PM EDT To: normawyant(a)comcast.net, Mike Wolfe <mwolfe(a)mecca911.org>, 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: November TC Meeting Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org All, Please send me your agenda items so that I can begin working on November's meeting. Thanks. J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM Assistant City Engineer City of Morgantown Public Works Department - Engineering Division 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: 304.284.7398 Fax: 304.284.7409 www.morgantown.com _______________________________________________ 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

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New BB members
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Oct '12

28 Oct '12

Bicycle Board Members, As far as I know, we have the following candidates for new BB members: Emily Vasile Eric Henrickson Aaron Stout Jing Zhang. Am I missing anyone? This Thursday, we'll be deciding new members to recommend to the Traffic Commission for them appoint. If you are a candidate, please attend the meeting Thursday, 6:30 pm Conference Room Public Safety Center. If you have a possible candidate or if you suggested one of the above, please invite them to attend the meeting. Candidates should be prepared to say why they want to join the BB and what they want to do on it. They should also be familiar with the BB procedural guidelines: http://bikemorgantown.com/bikeboard.php . Attached is a spreadsheet that shows our current membership and the gaps. Frank D. Gmeindl Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board LCI #1703 491 WilsonAvenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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WVU working on alternatives for Monongahela Boulevard Parking
by Derek Springston 26 Oct '12

26 Oct '12

BB Members, Does this mean our climbing lane is getting ready to be installed? http://wvutoday.wvu.edu/n/2012/10/26/wvu-working-on-alternatives-for-monong… ~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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Fwd: Fwd: November TC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Oct '12

26 Oct '12

Congratulations on Colin's single track building team for getting rolling. Here's a short progress report from Christiaan. Thanks, Christiaan! Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> > Date: October 25, 2012 3:36:59 PM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: November TC Meeting > Reply-To: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> > > Frank - > The meeting last night with Damien, Bill A, Mark Wise, Colin, Ella (MRTC), and a couple of Colin's MTB friends went quite well. We've decided to pursue two projects: > 1) Skills park for young riders - Colin & Mark will look at BOPARC/Positive Spin space as an option and pursue funding from Specialized > 2) Connecting White Park with the Mon River trail by improving & extending the trail section from White Park trails with switchbacks down to Don Knotts Blvd at the intersection in front of Med Express/Sargasso. We are going to submit a letter of intent Nov 15th for MAP-21 Transportation Alternatives money (minimum $50,000) and partner with the DOH to install a user-actuated push button signal on the east side of Don Knotts to stop traffic on Don Knotts. Final proposal has to go in Feb 15, 2013. > > Further, Bill Austin is going to have the new MPO employee create an up to date map of all formal/informal off-road trails in the Morgantown area based on existing maps that Ella, Greg Good, Nick, and others have and by hosting discussions with MTB riders. We hope to use this mapping & project #2, above, to apply for a much larger grant in early 2014 to do some building to connect all trails, potentially all the way out to Coopers! > > Some great potential for those that love mountain biking and hiking/trail running. > Colin, Damien, or Bill A could describe some of this activity if they'll be in attendance at the BB meeting. Is it scheduled for Thurs, Nov 1? I may be able to sneak out to attend and provide this update. > Christiaan > > > From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> > Cc: Eric Henrickson <moxiemeister(a)hotmail.com> > Sent: Thursday, October 25, 2012 12:58 PM > Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: November TC Meeting > > Bicycle Board Members, > > Please find attached a draft monthly report to the Traffic Commission and a draft agenda for next week's BB meeting. Please review these documents and give me your concurrence or your recommendations for changes. > > One item in the report to TC is that the City Manager is planning to review Bicycle Plan progress at the November 27 City Council Committee of the Whole. Do you think we should attend? > > In the agenda, I've allocated 75 minutes to topic #7 which is for leaders to get help from the BB on the projects that we listed on the flip charts at the last two meetings. To proceed on topic #7 in an orderly fashion, if you're one of the leaders that wants to talk with the BB about your project, please let me know by Monday how much time you want and the desired outcome. I will then issue a revised agenda with topic #7 divided up to give each of you a defined slot. > > You'll also notice that topic #6 is selection of new BB members. We have 5 vacancies: 1 City; 2 Greater Morgantown; 1 WVU Cycling; 1 Youth Commission. It would be nice if all candidates for membership attended the meeting. > > Frank D. Gmeindl > Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board > LCI #1703 > 491 WilsonAvenue > Morgantown, WV 26501 > 304-376-0446 > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >> Date: October 22, 2012 4:07:58 PM EDT >> To: normawyant(a)comcast.net, Mike Wolfe <mwolfe(a)mecca911.org>, 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: November TC Meeting >> Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org >> >> All, >> >> Please send me your agenda items so that I can begin working on November's meeting. Thanks. >> >> J. Damien Davis, PE, CFM >> Assistant City Engineer >> City of Morgantown >> Public Works Department - Engineering Division >> 389 Spruce Street >> Morgantown, WV 26505 >> Office: 304.284.7398 >> Fax: 304.284.7409 >> http://www.morgantown.com/ >> >> > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com > http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Fwd: FW: DOH Grant Application Website
by Chet Parsons 19 Oct '12

19 Oct '12

FYI ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: "Parsons, Chet" <chet.parsons(a)urs.com> Date: Sep 28, 2012 3:26 PM Subject: FW: DOH Grant Application Website To: "chetparsons(a)gmail.com" <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> * * * * *Chet Parsons, AICP* URS Corporation *Senior Planner* 304.212.5752 Office 304.276.4165 Mobile chet.parsons(a)urs.com 3592 Collins Ferry Road Suite 160 Morgantown, WV 26505 *From:* Banks, Rhonda C [mailto:Rhonda.C.Banks@wv.gov] *Sent:* Friday, September 28, 2012 3:17 PM *To:* marshall(a)berkeleysprings.com; michelle.l.adkins2(a)wv.gov; jpratt24(a)yahoo.com; PVASmail(a)aol.com; dj.allen(a)lkrcd.com; dnrallen(a)zoominternet.net; parksrec(a)mountain.net; jarnold.buckhannon(a)gmail.com; brenda.ashworth(a)wvcfia.com; cbailey(a)coalheritage.org; markbaldwin17(a)aol.com; barbbanister(a)frontier.com; kelly.banton(a)greenbriercounty.net; abarger(a)oglebay-resort.com; nancy(a)rcdawv.org; djbarnett(a)cebridge.net; zachbeckett21(a)gmail.com; ella(a)montrails.org; abellotte(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com; 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grantcountycvb(a)frontiernet.net; jonathan_schafler(a)fws.gov; dschiefe(a)access.k12.wv.us; tschoolcraft(a)mbakercorp.com; Scoular, R Mark; shickmommy(a)msn.com; bonita(a)lewisburg-wv.com; ksimon(a)kcs.kana.k12.wv.us; mayorsimonetti(a)comcast.net; ksomers(a)rchawv.org; mayorjulia26452(a)aol.com; rspurlock(a)wvncc.edu; krewehouse(a)yahoo.com; mick(a)caplink.com; cstirling(a)civilwar.org; bens(a)wju.edu; astroud(a)access.k12.wv.us; cstump(a)reg4wv.org; jdsutphi(a)access.k12.wv.us; mannmain(a)citynet.net; Teets, Jonathan S; cheryl.thomas25177(a)yahoo.com; louthompson1(a)comcast.net; hardyrda(a)hardynet.com; bopeep311(a)frontier.com; amberviars(a)gmail.com; townofhillsboro(a)frontiernet.net; chls_walker(a)yahoo.com; mwalker(a)wvccc.com; rwalton(a)marioncountywv.com; dwayt(a)frontier.com; amyw304(a)gmail.com; wcda(a)websterwv.com; cityofwestover(a)comcast.net; Williams, Liz A; seedsoflove76(a)yahoo.com; scott(a)putnamcountyparks.com; gil(a)ertc.com; jwimer(a)cityofclarksburgwv.com; kwyrosdick(a)fairmontwv.gov; cemyork(a)gmail.com; bzimnox(a)bhjmpc.org; cwhite2(a)clerk.state.wv.us; hcda_eva(a)yahoo.com *Cc:* Harpold, Jeffrey L; McCutcheon, Perry J; Banks, Rhonda C; Burns, Ryan C; Robinson, Bill C; Warner, Richard L; Pennington, Robert; Brisendine, Rhonda K; Davison, Rebecca A; Dougherty, Cindy A; Carr, Brian A *Subject:* DOH Grant Application Website The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) is pleased to announce the opening of its electronic application system for the submission of FY2013 grant applications, a two-phase process consisting first of an Intent-to-Apply and, upon WVDOH acceptance of the Intent-to-Apply, a more detailed Application package. At this time you will only be able to complete and submit your Intent-to-Apply. The Application package is still under development, but will become available later in the fall as organizations complete and submit their Intent-to-Apply forms and receive authorization to complete and submit an Application package. As some of you may be aware, a new transportation bill (Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century, or MAP-21) was enacted this summer resulted in deep changes to the WVDOH’s non-traditional grant programs. While WVDOH staff has read and attempted to interpret MAP-21, guidance has not yet been distributed by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). This has required the WVDOH to take a very conservative approach to the new bill; please be aware that future state and federal interpretations of MAP-21 may require revisions be made to WVDOH policies and procedures that are presently reflected in the Intent-to-Apply form. The important changes that an organization needs to be aware of before beginning the application process are: The Safe Routes to Schools Program (SRTS), which was a 100% federal program requiring no local funds, has been eliminated. A new eligible category under the Transportation Alternatives Program (more on that later) has replaced the SRTS program. Be aware that this now means, if you apply under the Transportation Alternative category similar to the former SRTS Program, a grant award must be matched at an 80/20 ratio, requiring a local match. The Transportation Enhancement Program (TE) has been replaced by the Transportation Alternative (TA) Program. TE-eligible categories have changed as well. “Funding for Bicycle and Pedestrian Education”, “Acquisition of Scenic or Historic sites” and “Transportation Museums” are no longer eligible categories. The MAP-21 TA eligible categories include: ‘‘(A) Construction, planning, and design of on-road and off-road trail facilities for pedestrians, bicyclists, and other non-motorized forms of transportation, including sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, pedestrian and bicycle signals, traffic calming techniques, lighting and other safety-related infrastructure, and transportation projects to achieve compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. ‘‘(B) Construction, planning, and design of infrastructure-related projects and systems that will provide safe routes for non-drivers, including children, older adults, and individuals with disabilities to access daily needs. ‘‘(C) Conversion and use of abandoned railroad corridors for trails for pedestrians, bicyclists, or other non-motorized transportation users. ‘‘(D) Construction of turnouts, overlooks, and viewing areas. ‘(E) Community improvement activities, including— ‘‘(i) inventory, control, or removal of outdoor advertising; ‘‘(ii) historic preservation and rehabilitation of historic transportation facilities; ‘‘(iii) vegetation management practices in transportation rights-of-way to improve roadway safety, prevent against invasive species, and provide erosion control; and ‘‘(iv) archaeological activities relating to impacts from implementation of a transportation project eligible under this title. ‘‘(F) Any environmental mitigation activity, including pollution prevention and pollution abatement activities and mitigation to— ‘‘(i) address stormwater management, control, and water pollution prevention or abatement related to highway construction or due to highway runoff; or ‘‘(ii) reduce vehicle-caused wildlife mortality or to restore and maintain connectivity among terrestrial or aquatic habitats.’’ The Recreational Trails Program is the least changed of the WVDOH non-traditional grant programs. The major changes are that all grant funding is now lumped together under the TA Program when apportioned by the Federal Highway Administration; a portion is then set aside for the Recreational Trails Program (while the remaining Transportation Alternative Program funding goes to the other types of Transportation Alternative projects). The application process itself has also changed. There is now one Intent-to-Apply format and one Application format. You will be asked if you are applying for Recreational Trails Program funding; if that box is checked, then a set of questions relating only to that program will appear. If you do not check the box, the application is recognized as a Transportation Alternative project. In addition, the eligibility of organizations that have applied to the WVDOH non-traditional grant programs in the past has changed considerably. Eligible organizations include: local governments; regional transportation authorities; transit agencies; natural resource or public land agencies; school districts, local education agencies, or schools; tribal governments; any other local or regional governmental entities with responsibility for or oversight of transportation or recreational trails (other than a metropolitan planning organization or a state agency) that the state determines to be eligible. The most significant change is that the State DOT, state agencies in general and non-profits may no longer be eligible sponsors. The WVDOH encourages organizations that now find themselves ineligible under MAP-21 to partner with organizations that are eligible; this is the only way that ineligible organizations under MAP-21 can continue to participate in the non-traditional grant programs. There is only one set of dates for the submission of the Intent-to-Apply and the Application package: all Intent-to-Applies will be due by November 15, 2012, and all Application packages will be due by February 15, 2013. As with last year, Rhonda Banks will be assisting applicants with all aspects of the application process. You may contact her at (304) 558 - 9606, or email her at Rhonda.C.Banks(a)wv.gov. *William C. Robinson* *Grant Administration Unit Leader* *State Trail Coordinator* *Chairman, West Virginia Recreational Trails Advisory Board* This e-mail and any attachments contain URS Corporation confidential information that may be proprietary or privileged. If you receive this message in error or are not the intended recipient, you should not retain, distribute, disclose or use any of this information and you should destroy the e-mail and any attachments or copies.

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Fwd: Smart Growth for Morgantown... We request your support!
by Derek Springston 18 Oct '12

18 Oct '12

Bike Board Members, We received very little interest in the Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities bikeshare program. Our intent was to get community, city, stakeholders to sign our Letter of Interest to the EPA to show support and willingness to attend a 1-2 day EPA-hosted workshop on planning a bikeshare program for Morgantown. Only Nick Hein said he would like to be included. Thanks Nick! After discussion with Traci, Butch, and Emily, we decided to skip calling folks to convince them to support us since we had already emailed them twice. I really want to thank Traci, Butch, Damien, Emily, Nick, and Frank for their help with this. We plan on gathering more data and filling out a significant portion of the questions we'll need to answer for the Letter of Interest, assuming we opt to try again next year or have the same opportunity next year. If we do some of the legwork now, it will be ready for folks next year, and we can use our gathered knowledge to educate our stakeholders first before sending them a request to sign the Letter of Interest. Any other ideas? Any other volunteers to help with this project? Oh well, ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, Oct 12, 2012 at 5:16 PM Subject: Smart Growth for Morgantown... We request your support! To: hugh.kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu, tarnold(a)cityofmorgantown.org, tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org, jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org, Chip Wamsley < chipwamsley(a)gmail.com>, andrew(a)pathfinderwv.com, Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov, bruffy(a)busride.org, Morgantown Monongalia MPO <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, director(a)downtownmorgantown.com, mwise(a)boparc.org, director < director(a)positivespin.org> Hi all, The Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board (“Bicycle Board”) is writing to let you know about an exciting opportunity to participate in an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) funded Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities program and to request your willingness to attend a one or two day workshop designed to explore the potential for creating a bikeshare program here in Morgantown. We are drafting a two-page Letter of Interest due to the EPA on October 26th upon which we'd like your signature. To be included on this letter, simply reply to this email stating you would like us to include your name on the Letter of Interest. First of all, what is a bikeshare program? According to the Federal Highway Administration, it is an “innovative transportation program, ideal for short distance point-to-point trips providing users the ability to pick up a bicycle at any self-serve bike station and return it to any bike station located within the system’s service area.”[1]<#13a56d5c15bfa34b__ftn1> As you may know, the Bicycle Board is actively working to reduce automobile congestion, improve air quality, and increase overall public health and quality of life. Due to our efforts, Morgantown was named in March 2012 as a Bronze-Level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists. To continue with that momentum, we feel the now is the best time to consider a bikeshare program in Morgantown. The technical assistance we plan to apply for with your support is offered through the EPA’s Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities Program. It will provide quick, targeted technical assistance to selected local governments and communities by using a variety of tools developed by the EPA. These tools have shown positive results in communities across the country to reach development goals, improve quality of life, and become more economically and environmentally sustainable.[2]<#13a56d5c15bfa34b__ftn2> The specific tool we are requesting is technical assistance in planning a bikeshare program. If we are one of the 44 communities selected, we will receive technical assistance in early 2013 including: - · A one day workshop with an evening session open to the public and morning/ afternoon sessions with local government and other key stakeholders, - · Direct consultation with relevant decision-makers, - · A memo outlining specific steps to implement the ideas generated during the site visit. A key component to the success of our application is the support of local stakeholders and decision makers, such as yourself, with a commitment to attend the workshop and planning sessions. It’s important to emphasize that we are not asking for you to support a particular bikeshare program. However, we are asking you to support the opportunity to explore the feasibility and options for such a program in Morgantown with members of the Bicycle Board and EPA during a one to two day workshop. Further information about the program can be found at: http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/buildingblocks.htm The application deadline is Friday, October 26th so we would greatly appreciate a response by Wednesday, October 17th. Simply reply to this email stating that you would like us to place your name on the Letter of Interest. Then, for your review, we will email a copy of the Letter of Interest with your name on it prior to getting your actual signature. Thanks for your attention and consideration of this request. We look forward to working with you! Sincerely, Derek Springston Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board - EPA Building Blocks Program Committee ------------------------------ [1] <#13a56d5c15bfa34b__ftnref1> DOT- FHA, *Bicycle Sharing in the United States: State of the Practice and Guide to Implementation*, http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/promote/bikeshareintheus.pdf [2] <#13a56d5c15bfa34b__ftnref2> EPA, epa.gov/smartgrowth/buildingblocks.htm

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Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Oct '12

15 Oct '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please give me your thoughts on this by Monday. DOH is probably ready to stripe the bridge so I'd like to respond no later than Monday. Basically, they're not going to do anything different than they originally planned. Except perhaps that they've decided on 11-foot travel lanes with 4-foot shoulders whereas what Bryan said a first was 11-12 foot travel lanes and 3-4 foot shoulders. Since 4-feet is narrower than the AASHTO recommended minimum for a bike lane and since an 11-foot travel lane is not wide enough for a bicycle and motor vehicle to travel safely side-by-side, I'm inclined to ask them to install R4-11 (Bicycles May Use Full Lane) signs as recommended in the 2009 MUTCD on the bridge and along the roadway all the way to the traffic light at I-68. I'm sure they expect bicyclists to ride on the shoulder and I expect most of you think that's fine. If so, I will simply respond to Bryan with thanks for consideration. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Radabaugh, Bryan L" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> > Date: October 12, 2012 11:43:53 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Cc: Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, "Keller, Perry J" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "Nelson, Jason W" <Jason.W.Nelson(a)wv.gov>, "Harris, Stephen R" <Stephen.R.Harris(a)wv.gov>, "Shoukry, Fouad N" <Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov> > Subject: RE: New Ice's Ferry Bridge > > Frank, > After further reviewing this situation, we have determined we can stripe the structure for 2-11’ lanes and 2 -4’ shoulders. We are concerned that if we try to shift the centerline to one side or the other of the structure that it will create a few issues with tying in on each end and having the motorists driving on the crown between the two lanes. We are also concerned that if we stripe this for one wide lane going uphill that it will encourage motorists to drive faster and we will not be able to delineate them to the edge of their travel lane. If you would like to discuss further, please email me or call. > > Thanks, > > Bryan Radabaugh > > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] > Sent: Thursday, September 13, 2012 3:25 PM > To: Radabaugh, Bryan L > Cc: Bill Austin; Keller, Perry J; Nelson, Jason W; Harris, Stephen R > Subject: Re: New Ice's Ferry Bridge > > Bryan, > > Thanks for responding and for considering my requests. > > I would feel more comfortable if the climbing lane were 15-feet wide and the other dimensions adjusted accordingly. I could also be comfortable with an 10-12 foot uphill travel lane and a minimum 5-foot shoulder if the shoulder were always sound and free of debris, snow and ice. However, if the travel lane were 15-feet, extraordinary measures to keep the shoulder clean would not be necessary. Also, the transition from the bridge would be less abrupt for the cyclist than if he or she were segregated onto the shoulder on the bridge and then confronted with the narrow lane and no shoulder up the hill from the bridge. > > If you're thinking that cyclists would ride on the shoulder with the currently planned configuration, you're probably correct. Travel lanes that are too narrow for bicycles and motor vehicles to safely travel side-by-side within the lane give cyclists 3 choices: 1) to control the lane, i.e. ride far enough out in the lane to discourage overtaking motorists from passing until the oncoming lane is clear; 2) to ride as near as possible to the right edge of the travel lane and risk motorists passing them too closely, especially when there is traffic in the on-coming lane; 3) to ride on the shoulder if there is one. > > Choice 1 is actually the safest choice in a narrow lane but most cyclists won't take it because they don't want to hold up traffic and they fear getting hit from behind. Choice 2 is probably the least safe but frequently chosen by cyclists when there is no shoulder or when the shoulder is deteriorated or contains debris that could cause loss of control. (In my personal experience riding more than 150,000 miles, lanes wider than 10-feet but less than 15-feet are particularly dangerous because cyclists are reluctant to move far enough away from the right edge to control the lane and motorists are more likely to pass too closely because there is enough room to get by but not enough to pass safely.) Choice 3 would probably be chosen by cyclists and be reasonably safe If the shoulder is wide enough and continuously maintained sound and free of debris, snow and ice. > > AASHTO says that lane width of at least 15-foot is required for a bicycle and motor vehicle to travel safely side-by-side within the lane. AASHTO also recommends 5-feet as minimum bike lane width. > > It is my understanding that the only 2 cyclists that have been killed by a motor vehicle in WV were riding on the shoulder. > > I understand that the bridge will have a sidewalk on one side. Adding a bicycle climbing lane by simply adjusting the striping could create a Complete Street at practically no additional cost. > > Frank > > On Sep 12, 2012, at 3:41 PM, Radabaugh, Bryan L wrote: > > > Frank, > I apologize for the delay in responding. I did not go back and discuss the design particulars with the individual who managed this project, but Jason Nelson and I reviewed the plans and it appears we will have two 11 to 12’ lanes and 3 to 4’ shoulders in both directions on the structure. Do you feel comfortable this configuration would address your concern across the bridge? > I do not believe we already have a name established for this structure, I would recommend prepare a letter of request to have the bridge named to the gentleman’s name as well as the background information and send the request to your local legislative members. These name changes must pass through legislature to be made effective. > > Jason/Randy, > If I have misspoke about any of this, please copy everyone and address. > > Thanks, > > Bryan Radabaugh > WVDOT - Division of Highways > District 4 Design Engineer > 304-842-1579 (O) > 304-669-0599 (C) > > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] > Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2012 1:47 PM > To: Bill Austin > Cc: Radabaugh, Bryan L; Keller, Perry J > Subject: Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge > > Hi Bill, > > Below is the message that I mentioned to you that I sent to Bryan Radabaugh asking for a bike lane or wide travel lane on the uphill side of the new Ice's Ferry Bridge. This could be accomplished by moving the center line. > > This request is especially appropriate since that bridge is part of WVDOT's prospective West Virginia Bicycle Route 7 (see Table 2.1.7 in the attached "Establishing West Virginia Bicycle Transportation Routes" sent to me by Perry Keller). > > What will the bridge be named? Cheat Lake Bridge or Ice's Ferry Bridge seem most appropriate. However, there seems to be a recent trend to name bridges after people for example Edit B. Barrill Bridge = Star City Bridge. > > If the new bridge is going to get a new name, how do we go about getting it named the Edward Kean Bird Bridge? Kean died last year at the age of 52 of pancreatic cancer. He was one of the strongest and most loved cyclists in our community and frequently rode on both sides of the lake. He held the record for the fastest climb up Mud Pike. As head of social services at Ruby Memorial Hospital, he was also loved by the non-cycling community. The day after his funeral in Morgantown last September, we rode to the top of Mud Pike to conduct a service and to install a memorial. (Photo: 299976_10150296383661029_764441598_n.jpg ) We would have ridden across the Ice's Ferry Bridge to get there but WVDOH refused us permission. We rode through Pt. Marion adding 20-miles to our planned route; making it a 75-mile ride that probably discouraged some from attending. We plan to have an annual ride up to Kean's memorial at the top of Mud Pike. I know cyclists won't be able to cross Cheat Lake this September but it would be nice if in future years, we could ride safely over the Edward Kean Bird memorial bridge to get there and back. > > Frank > > Begin forwarded message: > > > > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: July 20, 2012 3:38:54 PM EDT > To: Bryan L Radabaugh <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> > Subject: New Ice's Ferry Bridge > > Hi Bryan, > > I hope all the work you have going this summer is progressing smoothly. I rode out by the new Ice's Ferry Bridge Tuesday. It's beautiful. With so many men working on it, I expect it will be done soon. > > Has any consideration been given to the fact that bicyclists heading west (uphill) on the bridge will probably be moving slower than motor traffic? A bike lane in that direction or at least a wide lane that could make passing safer would be appreciated. I don't know what the speed limit will be on the bridge but I would expect eastbound cyclists could probably keep up with motor traffic and not need a bike lane or wide lane on the descending side. > > > Frank D. Gmeindl > 491 WilsonAvenue > Morgantown, WV 26501 > 304-376-0446 > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > > > > > >

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Mon Blvd.
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Oct '12

15 Oct '12

Good morning Terrence, This would seem to be a most opportune time to install the Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane along with the no parking signs. Since the no parking signs will not extend below the PRT track, we are concerned that now cars will park on the the shoulder below the PRT track and block the bike lane. For bicyclist safety, the most critical segment of the bicycle climbing lane is from the curve to the top of the hill. One item that has been delaying installation of the bike lane has been a traffic operations plan that now seems superfluous. "DOH signing off on safety" http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMi8xMC8xNSNBcj… Frank D. Gmeindl Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board LCI #1703 491 WilsonAvenue 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] Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge
by Ryan Post 14 Oct '12

14 Oct '12

If I were given 11' with 4' shoulder, I would ride 6" to left of white line, still enough room to pass at 25mph (I'm guessing that's the speed limit?). Some drivers will expect me to have been on the shoulder, but nothing to do there. I rather disagree that 14' would encourage higher speeds, as 11' is already a "super highway" IMO when I'm driving in WV. A quick google search yielded this document, which I noted a couple things. http://www.arlingtonva.us/Departments/CPHD/forums/columbia/pdf/lane_width.p… 2nd to last para on page 3 says "A traffic lane used by buses should be no narrower than 12 feet in width." Multiple studies cited in the article show around a 1mph reduction in speed per 1' of land width reduction, with studies centered around 13' lane width. I interpret that as fairly inconsequential. Given these factors, with the aspect of the crown preventing off centering, I would suggest the uphill side to be striped to 13' with 2' shoulder. The downhill side can match, or be as was proposed. 13' is certainly shareable in practicality, whether AASHTO says its 14' or not. I should measure these roads up here. There're wide but not 14' and I have very few issues sharing them with traffic speeds at 25-35mph during 'rush hours' (7:30am, noon, 4pm) On Fri, Oct 12, 2012 at 3:10 PM, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>wrote: > Frank, > > The suggestion of using the share the lane signs is good, experienced > riders will take the lane and slower more timid riders may be inclined to > use the shoulder--everyone wins. > > Chip > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Sent 10/12/2012 2:47:27 PM > To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> > Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge > > Bicycle Board Members, > > Please give me your thoughts on this by Monday. DOH is probably ready > to stripe the bridge so I'd like to respond no later than Monday. > > Basically, they're not going to do anything different than they > originally planned. Except perhaps that they've decided on 11-foot travel > lanes with 4-foot shoulders whereas what Bryan said a first was 11-12 foot > travel lanes and 3-4 foot shoulders. > > Since 4-feet is narrower than the AASHTO recommended minimum for a bike > lane and since an 11-foot travel lane is not wide enough for a bicycle and > motor vehicle to travel safely side-by-side, I'm inclined to ask them to > install R4-11 (Bicycles May Use Full Lane) signs as recommended in the 2009 > MUTCD on the bridge and along the roadway all the way to the traffic light > at I-68. > > I'm sure they expect bicyclists to ride on the shoulder and I expect > most of you think that's fine. If so, I will simply respond to Bryan with > thanks for consideration. > > Frank > > Begin forwarded message: > > *From: *"Radabaugh, Bryan L" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> > *Date: *October 12, 2012 11:43:53 AM EDT > *To: *Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > *Cc: *Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, "Keller, Perry J" < > Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "Nelson, Jason W" <Jason.W.Nelson(a)wv.gov>, > "Harris, Stephen R" <Stephen.R.Harris(a)wv.gov>, "Shoukry, Fouad N" < > Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov> > *Subject: **RE: New Ice's Ferry Bridge* > > Frank,**** > After further reviewing this situation, we have determined > we can stripe the structure for 2-11’ lanes and 2 -4’ shoulders. We are > concerned that if we try to shift the centerline to one side or the other > of the structure that it will create a few issues with tying in on each end > and having the motorists driving on the crown between the two lanes. We > are also concerned that if we stripe this for one wide lane going uphill > that it will encourage motorists to drive faster and we will not be able to > delineate them to the edge of their travel lane. If you would like to > discuss further, please email me or call.**** > ** ** > Thanks,**** > ** ** > *Bryan Radabaugh* > ** ** > *From:* Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] > *Sent:* Thursday, September 13, 2012 3:25 PM > *To:* Radabaugh, Bryan L > *Cc:* Bill Austin; Keller, Perry J; Nelson, Jason W; Harris, Stephen R > *Subject:* Re: New Ice's Ferry Bridge**** > ** ** > Bryan,**** > ** ** > Thanks for responding and for considering my requests.**** > ** ** > I would feel more comfortable if the climbing lane were 15-feet wide and > the other dimensions adjusted accordingly. I could also be comfortable > with an 10-12 foot uphill travel lane and a minimum 5-foot shoulder if the > shoulder were always sound and free of debris, snow and ice. However, if > the travel lane were 15-feet, extraordinary measures to keep the shoulder > clean would not be necessary. Also, the transition from the bridge would > be less abrupt for the cyclist than if he or she were segregated onto the > shoulder on the bridge and then confronted with the narrow lane and no > shoulder up the hill from the bridge. **** > ** ** > If you're thinking that cyclists would ride on the shoulder with the > currently planned configuration, you're probably correct. Travel lanes > that are too narrow for bicycles and motor vehicles to safely travel > side-by-side within the lane give cyclists 3 choices: 1) to control the > lane, i.e. ride far enough out in the lane to discourage overtaking > motorists from passing until the oncoming lane is clear; 2) to ride as near > as possible to the right edge of the travel lane and risk motorists passing > them too closely, especially when there is traffic in the on-coming lane; > 3) to ride on the shoulder if there is one. **** > ** ** > Choice 1 is actually the safest choice in a narrow lane but most > cyclists won't take it because they don't want to hold up traffic and they > fear getting hit from behind. Choice 2 is probably the least safe but > frequently chosen by cyclists when there is no shoulder or when the > shoulder is deteriorated or contains debris that could cause loss of > control. (In my personal experience riding more than 150,000 miles, lanes > wider than 10-feet but less than 15-feet are particularly dangerous because > cyclists are reluctant to move far enough away from the right edge to > control the lane and motorists are more likely to pass too closely because > there is enough room to get by but not enough to pass safely.) Choice 3 > would probably be chosen by cyclists and be reasonably safe If the shoulder > is wide enough and continuously maintained sound and free of debris, snow > and ice. **** > ** ** > AASHTO says that lane width of at least 15-foot is required for a > bicycle and motor vehicle to travel safely side-by-side within the lane. > AASHTO also recommends 5-feet as minimum bike lane width.**** > ** ** > It is my understanding that the only 2 cyclists that have been killed by > a motor vehicle in WV were riding on the shoulder. **** > ** ** > I understand that the bridge will have a sidewalk on one side. Adding a > bicycle climbing lane by simply adjusting the striping could create a > Complete Street at practically no additional cost.**** > ** ** > Frank**** > ** ** > On Sep 12, 2012, at 3:41 PM, Radabaugh, Bryan L wrote:**** > > > **** > Frank,**** > I apologize for the delay in responding. I did not go > back and discuss the design particulars with the individual who managed > this project, but Jason Nelson and I reviewed the plans and it appears we > will have two 11 to 12’ lanes and 3 to 4’ shoulders in both directions on > the structure. Do you feel comfortable this configuration would address > your concern across the bridge?**** > I do not believe we already have a name established for > this structure, I would recommend prepare a letter of request to have the > bridge named to the gentleman’s name as well as the background information > and send the request to your local legislative members. These name changes > must pass through legislature to be made effective.**** > **** > Jason/Randy,**** > If I have misspoke about any of this, please copy > everyone and address.**** > **** > Thanks,**** > **** > *Bryan Radabaugh***** > *WVDOT - Division of Highways***** > *District 4 Design Engineer***** > *304-842-1579 (O)***** > *304-669-0599 (C)***** > **** > *From:* Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>] > *Sent:* Wednesday, August 29, 2012 1:47 PM > *To:* Bill Austin > *Cc:* Radabaugh, Bryan L; Keller, Perry J > *Subject:* Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge**** > **** > Hi Bill,**** > **** > Below is the message that I mentioned to you that I sent to Bryan > Radabaugh asking for a bike lane or wide travel lane on the uphill side of > the new Ice's Ferry Bridge. This could be accomplished by moving the > center line.**** > **** > This request is especially appropriate since that bridge is part of > WVDOT's prospective West Virginia Bicycle Route 7 (see Table 2.1.7 in the > attached "Establishing West Virginia Bicycle Transportation Routes" sent to > me by Perry Keller).**** > **** > What will the bridge be named? Cheat Lake Bridge or Ice's Ferry > Bridge seem most appropriate. However, there seems to be a recent trend to > name bridges after people for example Edit B. Barrill Bridge = Star City > Bridge. **** > **** > If the new bridge is going to get a new name, how do we go about > getting it named the Edward Kean Bird Bridge? Kean died last year at the > age of 52 of pancreatic cancer. He was one of the strongest and most loved > cyclists in our community and frequently rode on both sides of the lake. > He held the record for the fastest climb up Mud Pike. As head of social > services at Ruby Memorial Hospital, he was also loved by the non-cycling > community. The day after his funeral in Morgantown last September, we rode > to the top of Mud Pike to conduct a service and to install a memorial. > (Photo: 299976_10150296383661029_764441598_n.jpg<https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/s720x720/299976_101502963836610…> ) > We would have ridden across the Ice's Ferry Bridge to get there but WVDOH > refused us permission. We rode through Pt. Marion adding 20-miles to our > planned route; making it a 75-mile ride that probably discouraged some from > attending. We plan to have an annual ride up to Kean's memorial at the top > of Mud Pike. I know cyclists won't be able to cross Cheat Lake this > September but it would be nice if in future years, we could ride safely > over the Edward Kean Bird memorial bridge to get there and back.**** > **** > Frank**** > **** > Begin forwarded message:**** > > > > **** > *From: *Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>**** > *Date: *July 20, 2012 3:38:54 PM EDT**** > *To: *Bryan L Radabaugh <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov>**** > *Subject: New Ice's Ferry Bridge***** > **** > Hi Bryan,**** > **** > I hope all the work you have going this summer is progressing smoothly. > I rode out by the new Ice's Ferry Bridge Tuesday. It's beautiful. With > so many men working on it, I expect it will be done soon.**** > **** > Has any consideration been given to the fact that bicyclists heading > west (uphill) on the bridge will probably be moving slower than motor > traffic? A bike lane in that direction or at least a wide lane that could > make passing safer would be appreciated. I don't know what the speed limit > will be on the bridge but I would expect eastbound cyclists could probably > keep up with motor traffic and not need a bike lane or wide lane on the > descending side.**** > **** > **** > > Frank D. Gmeindl > 491 WilsonAvenue > Morgantown, WV 26501 > 304-376-0446 > *Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles* > > > **** > **** > **** > > **** > ** ** > ** ** > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing listBikeboard@bikemorgantown.comhttp://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com > http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Sustainable Communities grant email/attachment review and approval...
by Derek Springston 13 Oct '12

13 Oct '12

Dear BB Members, Either late on Friday or early Monday morning, I would like to send the email text below and the letter attachment out to our identified stakeholders. Please review and give your approval as early as possible, but no later than Sunday. Also BIG THANKS to Butch and Emily for their drafts of the letter. They did most of the work! Here is the list of stakeholders we've identified: Hugh Kierig - hugh.kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu - 304-293-9095, Tom Arnold - tarnold(a)cityofmorgantown.org - 304-284-7435, Terrence Moore - tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org - 304-284-7405 Jeff Mikorski - jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org - 304-284-7405 Chip Wamsley - chipwamsley(a)gmail.com Pathfinder - andrew(a)pathfinderwv.com - 304-296-0076 Perry Keller - Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov - 304-558-9591 Dave Bruffy - bruffy(a)busride.org - 304-296-3680 Bill Austin - baustin(a)labyrinth.net - 304-291-9571 University Health Associates- ??? Terry Cutright - MainStreet - director(a)downtownmorgantown.com - 304-292-0168 BOPARC - Mark Wise - mwise(a)boparc.org - 304-296-8356 Marjorie Gardens - ??? We also have two options for sending out via email... We can address by name each email and attachment letter to send each out individually OR make generic address and send out all together copying everyone in the TO: field so they can each see who else we're asking. Votes anyone? Will place the attached letter on the attache BB letterhead when I have access to scanners, printers! Review this email and comment: ------------------------------------------------------ Dear [insert stakeholder name], As a member of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board, I am requesting that you please review the attached letter. We are asking you to *support our request to the EPA to host a bikeshare program workshop* in Morgantown in Spring 2013. If Morgantown is selected as one of the communities to receive this technical assistance, *we also need your commitment to attend a one to two day workshop*. Please read the attached letter and reply to this email by Tuesday, October 16th with your response. Sincerely, Derek Springston Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board - EPA Building Blocks Program Committee ------------------------------------------------------- Thanks, ~Derek

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge
by director 12 Oct '12

12 Oct '12

Thanks for following through on this Frank. I agree with everyone else who said the "share" signs should extend all the way to I68. Ryan assumed the speed limit would be 25mph on the bridge, probably not. It's 35 on the rest of the road - and often ignored. Been riding on I68 this week, it's really not much different than 857 in overall risk and unpleasantness. Kind of a bugger having to cross private property in 2 places though. So far no complaints from owners. They just poured the approach on the Mtown side this week so I should be able to ride all the way across after the workday. They've been turning me away when I try to cross during work times. Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Chet Parsons" <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> Sent 10/12/2012 3:18:54 PM To: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Cc: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge I agree with Chip's comments. Having the signage all the way to I-68 is a big component of this idea. That would be wonderful to have. Chet On Fri, Oct 12, 2012 at 2:47 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: Bicycle Board Members, Please give me your thoughts on this by Monday. DOH is probably ready to stripe the bridge so I'd like to respond no later than Monday. Basically, they're not going to do anything different than they originally planned. Except perhaps that they've decided on 11-foot travel lanes with 4-foot shoulders whereas what Bryan said a first was 11-12 foot travel lanes and 3-4 foot shoulders. Since 4-feet is narrower than the AASHTO recommended minimum for a bike lane and since an 11-foot travel lane is not wide enough for a bicycle and motor vehicle to travel safely side-by-side, I'm inclined to ask them to install R4-11 (Bicycles May Use Full Lane) signs as recommended in the 2009 MUTCD on the bridge and along the roadway all the way to the traffic light at I-68. I'm sure they expect bicyclists to ride on the shoulder and I expect most of you think that's fine. If so, I will simply respond to Bryan with thanks for consideration. Frank Begin forwarded message: From: "Radabaugh, Bryan L" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> Date: October 12, 2012 11:43:53 AM EDT To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Cc: Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, "Keller, Perry J" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "Nelson, Jason W" <Jason.W.Nelson(a)wv.gov>, "Harris, Stephen R" <Stephen.R.Harris(a)wv.gov>, "Shoukry, Fouad N" <Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov> Subject: RE: New Ice's Ferry Bridge Frank, After further reviewing this situation, we have determined we can stripe the structure for 2-11’ lanes and 2 -4’ shoulders. We are concerned that if we try to shift the centerline to one side or the other of the structure that it will create a few issues with tying in on each end and having the motorists driving on the crown between the two lanes. We are also concerned that if we stripe this for one wide lane going uphill that it will encourage motorists to drive faster and we will not be able to delineate them to the edge of their travel lane. If you would like to discuss further, please email me or call. Thanks, Bryan Radabaugh From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, September 13, 2012 3:25 PM To: Radabaugh, Bryan L Cc: Bill Austin; Keller, Perry J; Nelson, Jason W; Harris, Stephen R Subject: Re: New Ice's Ferry Bridge Bryan, Thanks for responding and for considering my requests. I would feel more comfortable if the climbing lane were 15-feet wide and the other dimensions adjusted accordingly. I could also be comfortable with an 10-12 foot uphill travel lane and a minimum 5-foot shoulder if the shoulder were always sound and free of debris, snow and ice. However, if the travel lane were 15-feet, extraordinary measures to keep the shoulder clean would not be necessary. Also, the transition from the bridge would be less abrupt for the cyclist than if he or she were segregated onto the shoulder on the bridge and then confronted with the narrow lane and no shoulder up the hill from the bridge. If you're thinking that cyclists would ride on the shoulder with the currently planned configuration, you're probably correct. Travel lanes that are too narrow for bicycles and motor vehicles to safely travel side-by-side within the lane give cyclists 3 choices: 1) to control the lane, i.e. ride far enough out in the lane to discourage overtaking motorists from passing until the oncoming lane is clear; 2) to ride as near as possible to the right edge of the travel lane and risk motorists passing them too closely, especially when there is traffic in the on-coming lane; 3) to ride on the shoulder if there is one. Choice 1 is actually the safest choice in a narrow lane but most cyclists won't take it because they don't want to hold up traffic and they fear getting hit from behind. Choice 2 is probably the least safe but frequently chosen by cyclists when there is no shoulder or when the shoulder is deteriorated or contains debris that could cause loss of control. (In my personal experience riding more than 150,000 miles, lanes wider than 10-feet but less than 15-feet are particularly dangerous because cyclists are reluctant to move far enough away from the right edge to control the lane and motorists are more likely to pass too closely because there is enough room to get by but not enough to pass safely.) Choice 3 would probably be chosen by cyclists and be reasonably safe If the shoulder is wide enough and continuously maintained sound and free of debris, snow and ice. AASHTO says that lane width of at least 15-foot is required for a bicycle and motor vehicle to travel safely side-by-side within the lane. AASHTO also recommends 5-feet as minimum bike lane width. It is my understanding that the only 2 cyclists that have been killed by a motor vehicle in WV were riding on the shoulder. I understand that the bridge will have a sidewalk on one side. Adding a bicycle climbing lane by simply adjusting the striping could create a Complete Street at practically no additional cost. Frank On Sep 12, 2012, at 3:41 PM, Radabaugh, Bryan L wrote: Frank, I apologize for the delay in responding. I did not go back and discuss the design particulars with the individual who managed this project, but Jason Nelson and I reviewed the plans and it appears we will have two 11 to 12’ lanes and 3 to 4’ shoulders in both directions on the structure. Do you feel comfortable this configuration would address your concern across the bridge? I do not believe we already have a name established for this structure, I would recommend prepare a letter of request to have the bridge named to the gentleman’s name as well as the background information and send the request to your local legislative members. These name changes must pass through legislature to be made effective. Jason/Randy, If I have misspoke about any of this, please copy everyone and address. Thanks, Bryan Radabaugh WVDOT - Division of Highways District 4 Design Engineer 304-842-1579 (O) 304-669-0599 (C) From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2012 1:47 PM To: Bill Austin Cc: Radabaugh, Bryan L; Keller, Perry J Subject: Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge Hi Bill, Below is the message that I mentioned to you that I sent to Bryan Radabaugh asking for a bike lane or wide travel lane on the uphill side of the new Ice's Ferry Bridge. This could be accomplished by moving the center line. This request is especially appropriate since that bridge is part of WVDOT's prospective West Virginia Bicycle Route 7 (see Table 2.1.7 in the attached "Establishing West Virginia Bicycle Transportation Routes" sent to me by Perry Keller). What will the bridge be named? Cheat Lake Bridge or Ice's Ferry Bridge seem most appropriate. However, there seems to be a recent trend to name bridges after people for example Edit B. Barrill Bridge = Star City Bridge. If the new bridge is going to get a new name, how do we go about getting it named the Edward Kean Bird Bridge? Kean died last year at the age of 52 of pancreatic cancer. He was one of the strongest and most loved cyclists in our community and frequently rode on both sides of the lake. He held the record for the fastest climb up Mud Pike. As head of social services at Ruby Memorial Hospital, he was also loved by the non-cycling community. The day after his funeral in Morgantown last September, we rode to the top of Mud Pike to conduct a service and to install a memorial. (Photo: 299976_10150296383661029_764441598_n.jpg ) We would have ridden across the Ice's Ferry Bridge to get there but WVDOH refused us permission. We rode through Pt. Marion adding 20-miles to our planned route; making it a 75-mile ride that probably discouraged some from attending. We plan to have an annual ride up to Kean's memorial at the top of Mud Pike. I know cyclists won't be able to cross Cheat Lake this September but it would be nice if in future years, we could ride safely over the Edward Kean Bird memorial bridge to get there and back. Frank Begin forwarded message: From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: July 20, 2012 3:38:54 PM EDT To: Bryan L Radabaugh <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> Subject: New Ice's Ferry Bridge Hi Bryan, I hope all the work you have going this summer is progressing smoothly. I rode out by the new Ice's Ferry Bridge Tuesday. It's beautiful. With so many men working on it, I expect it will be done soon. Has any consideration been given to the fact that bicyclists heading west (uphill) on the bridge will probably be moving slower than motor traffic? A bike lane in that direction or at least a wide lane that could make passing safer would be appreciated. I don't know what the speed limit will be on the bridge but I would expect eastbound cyclists could probably keep up with motor traffic and not need a bike lane or wide lane on the descending side. Frank D. Gmeindl 491 WilsonAvenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles _______________________________________________ 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

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Fwd: Re: Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge
by Chet Parsons 12 Oct '12

12 Oct '12

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: "director" <director(a)positivespin.org> Date: Oct 12, 2012 7:00 PM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge To: "Chet Parsons" <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> Thanks for following through on this Frank. I agree with everyone else who said the "share" signs should extend all the way to I68. Ryan assumed the speed limit would be 25mph on the bridge, probably not. It's 35 on the rest of the road - and often ignored. Been riding on I68 this week, it's really not much different than 857 in overall risk and unpleasantness. Kind of a bugger having to cross private property in 2 places though. So far no complaints from owners. Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Chet Parsons" <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> Sent 10/12/2012 3:18:54 PM To: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Cc: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge I agree with Chip's comments. Having the signage all the way to I-68 is a big component of this idea. That would be wonderful to have. Chet On Fri, Oct 12, 2012 at 2:47 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Bicycle Board Members, > > Please give me your thoughts on this by Monday. DOH is probably ready > to stripe the bridge so I'd like to respond no later than Monday. > > Basically, they're not going to do anything different than they > originally planned. Except perhaps that they've decided on 11-foot travel > lanes with 4-foot shoulders whereas what Bryan said a first was 11-12 foot > travel lanes and 3-4 foot shoulders. > > Since 4-feet is narrower than the AASHTO recommended minimum for a bike > lane and since an 11-foot travel lane is not wide enough for a bicycle and > motor vehicle to travel safely side-by-side, I'm inclined to ask them to > install R4-11 (Bicycles May Use Full Lane) signs as recommended in the 2009 > MUTCD on the bridge and along the roadway all the way to the traffic light > at I-68. > > I'm sure they expect bicyclists to ride on the shoulder and I expect > most of you think that's fine. If so, I will simply respond to Bryan with > thanks for consideration. > > Frank > > Begin forwarded message: > > *From: *"Radabaugh, Bryan L" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> > *Date: *October 12, 2012 11:43:53 AM EDT > *To: *Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > *Cc: *Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, "Keller, Perry J" < > Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "Nelson, Jason W" <Jason.W.Nelson(a)wv.gov>, > "Harris, Stephen R" <Stephen.R.Harris(a)wv.gov>, "Shoukry, Fouad N" < > Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov> > *Subject: **RE: New Ice's Ferry Bridge* > > Frank, > After further reviewing this situation, we have determined > we can stripe the structure for 2-11’ lanes and 2 -4’ shoulders. We are > concerned that if we try to shift the centerline to one side or the other > of the structure that it will create a few issues with tying in on each end > and having the motorists driving on the crown between the two lanes. We > are also concerned that if we stripe this for one wide lane going uphill > that it will encourage motorists to drive faster and we will not be able to > delineate them to the edge of their travel lane. If you would like to > discuss further, please email me or call. > > Thanks, > > *Bryan Radabaugh* > > *From:* Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] > *Sent:* Thursday, September 13, 2012 3:25 PM > *To:* Radabaugh, Bryan L > *Cc:* Bill Austin; Keller, Perry J; Nelson, Jason W; Harris, Stephen R > *Subject:* Re: New Ice's Ferry Bridge > > Bryan, > > Thanks for responding and for considering my requests. > > I would feel more comfortable if the climbing lane were 15-feet wide and > the other dimensions adjusted accordingly. I could also be comfortable > with an 10-12 foot uphill travel lane and a minimum 5-foot shoulder if the > shoulder were always sound and free of debris, snow and ice. However, if > the travel lane were 15-feet, extraordinary measures to keep the shoulder > clean would not be necessary. Also, the transition from the bridge would > be less abrupt for the cyclist than if he or she were segregated onto the > shoulder on the bridge and then confronted with the narrow lane and no > shoulder up the hill from the bridge. > > If you're thinking that cyclists would ride on the shoulder with the > currently planned configuration, you're probably correct. Travel lanes > that are too narrow for bicycles and motor vehicles to safely travel > side-by-side within the lane give cyclists 3 choices: 1) to control the > lane, i.e. ride far enough out in the lane to discourage overtaking > motorists from passing until the oncoming lane is clear; 2) to ride as near > as possible to the right edge of the travel lane and risk motorists passing > them too closely, especially when there is traffic in the on-coming lane; > 3) to ride on the shoulder if there is one. > > Choice 1 is actually the safest choice in a narrow lane but most > cyclists won't take it because they don't want to hold up traffic and they > fear getting hit from behind. Choice 2 is probably the least safe but > frequently chosen by cyclists when there is no shoulder or when the > shoulder is deteriorated or contains debris that could cause loss of > control. (In my personal experience riding more than 150,000 miles, lanes > wider than 10-feet but less than 15-feet are particularly dangerous because > cyclists are reluctant to move far enough away from the right edge to > control the lane and motorists are more likely to pass too closely because > there is enough room to get by but not enough to pass safely.) Choice 3 > would probably be chosen by cyclists and be reasonably safe If the shoulder > is wide enough and continuously maintained sound and free of debris, snow > and ice. > > AASHTO says that lane width of at least 15-foot is required for a > bicycle and motor vehicle to travel safely side-by-side within the lane. > AASHTO also recommends 5-feet as minimum bike lane width. > > It is my understanding that the only 2 cyclists that have been killed > by a motor vehicle in WV were riding on the shoulder. > > I understand that the bridge will have a sidewalk on one side. Adding a > bicycle climbing lane by simply adjusting the striping could create a > Complete Street at practically no additional cost. > > Frank > > On Sep 12, 2012, at 3:41 PM, Radabaugh, Bryan L wrote: > > > Frank, > I apologize for the delay in responding. I did not go > back and discuss the design particulars with the individual who managed > this project, but Jason Nelson and I reviewed the plans and it appears we > will have two 11 to 12’ lanes and 3 to 4’ shoulders in both directions on > the structure. Do you feel comfortable this configuration would address > your concern across the bridge? > I do not believe we already have a name established for > this structure, I would recommend prepare a letter of request to have the > bridge named to the gentleman’s name as well as the background information > and send the request to your local legislative members. These name changes > must pass through legislature to be made effective. > > Jason/Randy, > If I have misspoke about any of this, please copy > everyone and address. > > Thanks, > > *Bryan Radabaugh* > *WVDOT - Division of Highways* > *District 4 Design Engineer* > *304-842-1579 (O)* > *304-669-0599 (C)* > > *From:* Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>] > *Sent:* Wednesday, August 29, 2012 1:47 PM > *To:* Bill Austin > *Cc:* Radabaugh, Bryan L; Keller, Perry J > *Subject:* Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge > > Hi Bill, > > Below is the message that I mentioned to you that I sent to Bryan > Radabaugh asking for a bike lane or wide travel lane on the uphill side of > the new Ice's Ferry Bridge. This could be accomplished by moving the > center line. > > This request is especially appropriate since that bridge is part of > WVDOT's prospective West Virginia Bicycle Route 7 (see Table 2.1.7 in the > attached "Establishing West Virginia Bicycle Transportation Routes" sent to > me by Perry Keller). > > What will the bridge be named? Cheat Lake Bridge or Ice's Ferry > Bridge seem most appropriate. However, there seems to be a recent trend to > name bridges after people for example Edit B. Barrill Bridge = Star City > Bridge. > > If the new bridge is going to get a new name, how do we go about > getting it named the Edward Kean Bird Bridge? Kean died last year at the > age of 52 of pancreatic cancer. He was one of the strongest and most loved > cyclists in our community and frequently rode on both sides of the lake. > He held the record for the fastest climb up Mud Pike. As head of social > services at Ruby Memorial Hospital, he was also loved by the non-cycling > community. The day after his funeral in Morgantown last September, we rode > to the top of Mud Pike to conduct a service and to install a memorial. > (Photo: 299976_10150296383661029_764441598_n.jpg<https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/s720x720/299976_101502963836610…> ) > We would have ridden across the Ice's Ferry Bridge to get there but WVDOH > refused us permission. We rode through Pt. Marion adding 20-miles to our > planned route; making it a 75-mile ride that probably discouraged some from > attending. We plan to have an annual ride up to Kean's memorial at the top > of Mud Pike. I know cyclists won't be able to cross Cheat Lake this > September but it would be nice if in future years, we could ride safely > over the Edward Kean Bird memorial bridge to get there and back. > > Frank > > Begin forwarded message: > > > > *From: *Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > *Date: *July 20, 2012 3:38:54 PM EDT > *To: *Bryan L Radabaugh <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> > *Subject: New Ice's Ferry Bridge* > > Hi Bryan, > > I hope all the work you have going this summer is progressing smoothly. > I rode out by the new Ice's Ferry Bridge Tuesday. It's beautiful. With > so many men working on it, I expect it will be done soon. > > Has any consideration been given to the fact that bicyclists heading > west (uphill) on the bridge will probably be moving slower than motor > traffic? A bike lane in that direction or at least a wide lane that could > make passing safer would be appreciated. I don't know what the speed limit > will be on the bridge but I would expect eastbound cyclists could probably > keep up with motor traffic and not need a bike lane or wide lane on the > descending side. > > > > Frank D. Gmeindl > 491 WilsonAvenue > Morgantown, WV 26501 > 304-376-0446 > *Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles* > > > > > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com > http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing listBikeboard@bikemorgantown.comhttp://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Smart Growth for Morgantown... We request your support!
by Derek Springston 12 Oct '12

12 Oct '12

BB Members, Below is the Smart Growth interest email I just sent out! Hope it works well for you, because it's out and about now! Thanks to Butch, Traci, Emily, Frank, Chip, Damien, and Christiaan for your help with this. We'll have more to do soon if we gather a few stakeholders! ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, Oct 12, 2012 at 5:16 PM Subject: Smart Growth for Morgantown... We request your support! To: hugh.kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu, tarnold(a)cityofmorgantown.org, tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org, jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org, Chip Wamsley < chipwamsley(a)gmail.com>, andrew(a)pathfinderwv.com, Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov, bruffy(a)busride.org, Morgantown Monongalia MPO <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, director(a)downtownmorgantown.com, mwise(a)boparc.org, director < director(a)positivespin.org> Hi all, The Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board (“Bicycle Board”) is writing to let you know about an exciting opportunity to participate in an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) funded Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities program and to request your willingness to attend a one or two day workshop designed to explore the potential for creating a bikeshare program here in Morgantown. We are drafting a two-page Letter of Interest due to the EPA on October 26th upon which we'd like your signature. To be included on this letter, simply reply to this email stating you would like us to include your name on the Letter of Interest. First of all, what is a bikeshare program? According to the Federal Highway Administration, it is an “innovative transportation program, ideal for short distance point-to-point trips providing users the ability to pick up a bicycle at any self-serve bike station and return it to any bike station located within the system’s service area.”[1]<#13a56d5c15bfa34b__ftn1> As you may know, the Bicycle Board is actively working to reduce automobile congestion, improve air quality, and increase overall public health and quality of life. Due to our efforts, Morgantown was named in March 2012 as a Bronze-Level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists. To continue with that momentum, we feel the now is the best time to consider a bikeshare program in Morgantown. The technical assistance we plan to apply for with your support is offered through the EPA’s Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities Program. It will provide quick, targeted technical assistance to selected local governments and communities by using a variety of tools developed by the EPA. These tools have shown positive results in communities across the country to reach development goals, improve quality of life, and become more economically and environmentally sustainable.[2]<#13a56d5c15bfa34b__ftn2> The specific tool we are requesting is technical assistance in planning a bikeshare program. If we are one of the 44 communities selected, we will receive technical assistance in early 2013 including: - · A one day workshop with an evening session open to the public and morning/ afternoon sessions with local government and other key stakeholders, - · Direct consultation with relevant decision-makers, - · A memo outlining specific steps to implement the ideas generated during the site visit. A key component to the success of our application is the support of local stakeholders and decision makers, such as yourself, with a commitment to attend the workshop and planning sessions. It’s important to emphasize that we are not asking for you to support a particular bikeshare program. However, we are asking you to support the opportunity to explore the feasibility and options for such a program in Morgantown with members of the Bicycle Board and EPA during a one to two day workshop. Further information about the program can be found at: http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/buildingblocks.htm The application deadline is Friday, October 26th so we would greatly appreciate a response by Wednesday, October 17th. Simply reply to this email stating that you would like us to place your name on the Letter of Interest. Then, for your review, we will email a copy of the Letter of Interest with your name on it prior to getting your actual signature. Thanks for your attention and consideration of this request. We look forward to working with you! Sincerely, Derek Springston Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board - EPA Building Blocks Program Committee ------------------------------ [1] <#13a56d5c15bfa34b__ftnref1> DOT- FHA, *Bicycle Sharing in the United States: State of the Practice and Guide to Implementation*, http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/promote/bikeshareintheus.pdf [2] <#13a56d5c15bfa34b__ftnref2> EPA, epa.gov/smartgrowth/buildingblocks.htm -- *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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Fwd: Certif. of Appreciation for Matt Watson
by Emily Vasile 12 Oct '12

12 Oct '12

Hi All, Matt Watson of Suncrest Middle will be presented with a certificate of appreciation at the next City Council meeting on 10/16. The certificate is attached. Please take a look and let me know if you have any objections by the end of the day tomorrow, Friday, and I will pass them along. I think it looks great! Thanks, Emily ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Bethany Sypolt <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Date: Thu, Oct 11, 2012 at 8:27 AM Subject: Re: Certif. of Appreciation for Matt Watson To: emilyvasile(a)gmail.com Cc: Linda Little <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Emily- Attached. Bethany D. Sypolt | Deputy City Clerk | City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street, Room 10 | Morgantown, West Virginia 26505 direct 304.284.7439 | fax 304.284.7525 | www.morgantownwv.gov<http://www.morgantown.com/> ------------------------------ *From: *"Linda Little" <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org> *To: *"Bethany Sypolt" <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org> *Sent: *Wednesday, October 10, 2012 3:59:30 PM *Subject: *Fwd: Certif. of Appreciation for Matt Watson Linda Little, CMC City Clerk City of Morgantown 389 Spruce St. Morgantown WV. 26505 304-284-7434 304-284-7525(fax) llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org ------------------------------ *From: *"Emily Vasile" <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com> *To: *"Linda Little" <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org> *Cc: *"Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> *Sent: *Wednesday, October 10, 2012 3:56:14 PM *Subject: *Re: Certif. of Appreciation for Matt Watson Hello Linda, This is fantastic! We let Matt know about the certificate and are waiting to hear back from him to make sure he will be able to attend the meeting. Could you please send a copy of the certificate (the computer file) so that I may circulate it to the Bike Board for their approval? Thank you, Emily Vasile On Wed, Oct 10, 2012 at 10:41 AM, Linda Little <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org > wrote: > Emily, the City will present a Certificate to Matt on October 16, 2012 at > it's Regular Meeting at 7pm during Correspondence. City Hall is on 389 > Spruce Street, beside the City Library. If you have any questions feel free > to contact me. Thank you. > > Linda Little, CMC > City Clerk > City of Morgantown > 389 Spruce St. > Morgantown WV. 26505 > 304-284-7434 > 304-284-7525(fax) > llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge
by Chip Wamsley 12 Oct '12

12 Oct '12

Frank, The suggestion of using the share the lane signs is good, experienced riders will take the lane and slower more timid riders may be inclined to use the shoulder--everyone wins. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 10/12/2012 2:47:27 PM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge Bicycle Board Members, Please give me your thoughts on this by Monday. DOH is probably ready to stripe the bridge so I'd like to respond no later than Monday. Basically, they're not going to do anything different than they originally planned. Except perhaps that they've decided on 11-foot travel lanes with 4-foot shoulders whereas what Bryan said a first was 11-12 foot travel lanes and 3-4 foot shoulders. Since 4-feet is narrower than the AASHTO recommended minimum for a bike lane and since an 11-foot travel lane is not wide enough for a bicycle and motor vehicle to travel safely side-by-side, I'm inclined to ask them to install R4-11 (Bicycles May Use Full Lane) signs as recommended in the 2009 MUTCD on the bridge and along the roadway all the way to the traffic light at I-68. I'm sure they expect bicyclists to ride on the shoulder and I expect most of you think that's fine. If so, I will simply respond to Bryan with thanks for consideration. Frank Begin forwarded message: From: "Radabaugh, Bryan L" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> Date: October 12, 2012 11:43:53 AM EDT To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Cc: Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, "Keller, Perry J" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "Nelson, Jason W" <Jason.W.Nelson(a)wv.gov>, "Harris, Stephen R" <Stephen.R.Harris(a)wv.gov>, "Shoukry, Fouad N" <Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov> Subject: RE: New Ice's Ferry Bridge Frank, After further reviewing this situation, we have determined we can stripe the structure for 2-11’ lanes and 2 -4’ shoulders. We are concerned that if we try to shift the centerline to one side or the other of the structure that it will create a few issues with tying in on each end and having the motorists driving on the crown between the two lanes. We are also concerned that if we stripe this for one wide lane going uphill that it will encourage motorists to drive faster and we will not be able to delineate them to the edge of their travel lane. If you would like to discuss further, please email me or call. Thanks, Bryan Radabaugh From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, September 13, 2012 3:25 PM To: Radabaugh, Bryan L Cc: Bill Austin; Keller, Perry J; Nelson, Jason W; Harris, Stephen R Subject: Re: New Ice's Ferry Bridge Bryan, Thanks for responding and for considering my requests. I would feel more comfortable if the climbing lane were 15-feet wide and the other dimensions adjusted accordingly. I could also be comfortable with an 10-12 foot uphill travel lane and a minimum 5-foot shoulder if the shoulder were always sound and free of debris, snow and ice. However, if the travel lane were 15-feet, extraordinary measures to keep the shoulder clean would not be necessary. Also, the transition from the bridge would be less abrupt for the cyclist than if he or she were segregated onto the shoulder on the bridge and then confronted with the narrow lane and no shoulder up the hill from the bridge. If you're thinking that cyclists would ride on the shoulder with the currently planned configuration, you're probably correct. Travel lanes that are too narrow for bicycles and motor vehicles to safely travel side-by-side within the lane give cyclists 3 choices: 1) to control the lane, i.e. ride far enough out in the lane to discourage overtaking motorists from passing until the oncoming lane is clear; 2) to ride as near as possible to the right edge of the travel lane and risk motorists passing them too closely, especially when there is traffic in the on-coming lane; 3) to ride on the shoulder if there is one. Choice 1 is actually the safest choice in a narrow lane but most cyclists won't take it because they don't want to hold up traffic and they fear getting hit from behind. Choice 2 is probably the least safe but frequently chosen by cyclists when there is no shoulder or when the shoulder is deteriorated or contains debris that could cause loss of control. (In my personal experience riding more than 150,000 miles, lanes wider than 10-feet but less than 15-feet are particularly dangerous because cyclists are reluctant to move far enough away from the right edge to control the lane and motorists are more likely to pass too closely because there is enough room to get by but not enough to pass safely.) Choice 3 would probably be chosen by cyclists and be reasonably safe If the shoulder is wide enough and continuously maintained sound and free of debris, snow and ice. AASHTO says that lane width of at least 15-foot is required for a bicycle and motor vehicle to travel safely side-by-side within the lane. AASHTO also recommends 5-feet as minimum bike lane width. It is my understanding that the only 2 cyclists that have been killed by a motor vehicle in WV were riding on the shoulder. I understand that the bridge will have a sidewalk on one side. Adding a bicycle climbing lane by simply adjusting the striping could create a Complete Street at practically no additional cost. Frank On Sep 12, 2012, at 3:41 PM, Radabaugh, Bryan L wrote: Frank, I apologize for the delay in responding. I did not go back and discuss the design particulars with the individual who managed this project, but Jason Nelson and I reviewed the plans and it appears we will have two 11 to 12’ lanes and 3 to 4’ shoulders in both directions on the structure. Do you feel comfortable this configuration would address your concern across the bridge? I do not believe we already have a name established for this structure, I would recommend prepare a letter of request to have the bridge named to the gentleman’s name as well as the background information and send the request to your local legislative members. These name changes must pass through legislature to be made effective. Jason/Randy, If I have misspoke about any of this, please copy everyone and address. Thanks, Bryan Radabaugh WVDOT - Division of Highways District 4 Design Engineer 304-842-1579 (O) 304-669-0599 (C) From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2012 1:47 PM To: Bill Austin Cc: Radabaugh, Bryan L; Keller, Perry J Subject: Fwd: New Ice's Ferry Bridge Hi Bill, Below is the message that I mentioned to you that I sent to Bryan Radabaugh asking for a bike lane or wide travel lane on the uphill side of the new Ice's Ferry Bridge. This could be accomplished by moving the center line. This request is especially appropriate since that bridge is part of WVDOT's prospective West Virginia Bicycle Route 7 (see Table 2.1.7 in the attached "Establishing West Virginia Bicycle Transportation Routes" sent to me by Perry Keller). What will the bridge be named? Cheat Lake Bridge or Ice's Ferry Bridge seem most appropriate. However, there seems to be a recent trend to name bridges after people for example Edit B. Barrill Bridge = Star City Bridge. If the new bridge is going to get a new name, how do we go about getting it named the Edward Kean Bird Bridge? Kean died last year at the age of 52 of pancreatic cancer. He was one of the strongest and most loved cyclists in our community and frequently rode on both sides of the lake. He held the record for the fastest climb up Mud Pike. As head of social services at Ruby Memorial Hospital, he was also loved by the non-cycling community. The day after his funeral in Morgantown last September, we rode to the top of Mud Pike to conduct a service and to install a memorial. (Photo: 299976_10150296383661029_764441598_n.jpg ) We would have ridden across the Ice's Ferry Bridge to get there but WVDOH refused us permission. We rode through Pt. Marion adding 20-miles to our planned route; making it a 75-mile ride that probably discouraged some from attending. We plan to have an annual ride up to Kean's memorial at the top of Mud Pike. I know cyclists won't be able to cross Cheat Lake this September but it would be nice if in future years, we could ride safely over the Edward Kean Bird memorial bridge to get there and back. Frank Begin forwarded message: From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: July 20, 2012 3:38:54 PM EDT To: Bryan L Radabaugh <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> Subject: New Ice's Ferry Bridge Hi Bryan, I hope all the work you have going this summer is progressing smoothly. I rode out by the new Ice's Ferry Bridge Tuesday. It's beautiful. With so many men working on it, I expect it will be done soon. Has any consideration been given to the fact that bicyclists heading west (uphill) on the bridge will probably be moving slower than motor traffic? A bike lane in that direction or at least a wide lane that could make passing safer would be appreciated. I don't know what the speed limit will be on the bridge but I would expect eastbound cyclists could probably keep up with motor traffic and not need a bike lane or wide lane on the descending side. Frank D. Gmeindl 491 WilsonAvenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Register today for free webinar on tools for building health into SRTS
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Oct '12

12 Oct '12

Considering that WV has the third highest incidence of obesity in the nation, this webinar may be particularly useful for us to get SRTS funding. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Deb Hubsmith" <Deb_Hubsmith(a)mail.vresp.com> > Date: October 12, 2012 12:12:23 PM EDT > To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > Subject: Register today for free webinar on tools for building health into SRTS > Reply-To: "Deb Hubsmith" <reply-783495a15c-ba6c4ec446-fd79(a)u.cts.vresp.com> > > > > > > The Safe Routes to School National Partnership is hosting a free webinar: > > Health is a Calling Card: > Tools to Build Health into Safe Routes to School > Thursday, November 1 > 2-3pm eastern/1-2pm central/12-1pm mountain/11am-12pm pacific > > > Register today! > > Safe Routes to School started with traffic safety, but health is now a stronger calling card for Safe Routes to School. Health champions are becoming strong partners for Safe Routes to School at federal, state and local levels. Learn about how to involve health champions in your programs and how to include health in all policies related to Safe Routes to School. > > We'll hear from the following speakers on how health champions and Safe Routes to School advocates are working together to get kids more physically active and improve our communities: > > Robert Ping, Technical Assistance Director, Safe Routes to School National Partnership -- Robert will explain why we should all have health policies in our communities and the importance of including health in your Safe Routes to School planning. > > Candace Rutt, Ph.D., Health Psychologist, Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity at the Centers for Disease Control -- Learn what a Health Impact Assessment (HIA) is and why it's a good tool. Candace will also explain the different levels of HIAs and how to conduct one. > > Fred Boykin, President of Bicycle South, and Decatur City Commissioner -- Fred will share the story about a Rapid Response HIA, and explain the process he undertook. Learn about HIA planning steps and the follow-through that resulted in changes for the city of Decatur. > > Brian Fellows, Safe Routes to School Coordinator at the Arizona Department of Transportation -- Hear an overview of the Active School Neighborhood Checklist (ASNC) and how it differs from a standard walkabout. Brian will share the process he used in his efforts to create an ASNC. > > This webinar is the 7th in a series of monthly webinars on topics related to Safe Routes to School and other policy and program initiatives that can increase walking and bicycling to school and in daily life. > > We encourage you to forward this announcement to your networks and listserves. > > > > > > 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 80306 > US > Read the VerticalResponse marketing policy. > > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Sustainable Communities grant email/attachment review and approval...
by Chip Wamsley 12 Oct '12

12 Oct '12

I agree with Butch's recommendations. Great job guys! Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Derek Springston" <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Sent 10/12/2012 10:00:59 AM To: "Emily Vasile" <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com> Cc: "Bike Board - Morgantown" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Sustainable Communities grant email/attachment review and approval... Emily, I share your concern about email getting buried on a late Friday afternoon, but Frank recommended (and I agree) that we give the BB at least one day to preview what we're sending out, so I'd like to give everyone else a chance to chime in through the end of the day today. Sorry this took me a day longer to get out than I'd planned. Let's just send it out at the end of the day, hope folks reply to it by Wednesday, the 17th, and if not you can follow-up. Thanks for offering to do that. It will be a big help! Big thanks to you and Butch for drafting most of the text. I wanted to include all of the text from both letters, but couldn't due to length! :) Take care, ~Derek On Fri, Oct 12, 2012 at 9:48 AM, Emily Vasile <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com> wrote: Agree on getting it out today and extending to 10/17. The earlier we send it out today, the better. I think e-mails tend to get lost on Fridays. I'm happy to set aside some time next week to help follow up with folks we haven't heard from, as well. Nice work! On Fri, Oct 12, 2012 at 9:34 AM, Graber, Stephen <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> wrote: Very welcome! I say today, by all means today! But I'd give them until the 17th just the same :) ------------------------------------------- Stephen G. Graber Biochem & Mol Pharmacology PO Box 9142, HSN-3122 West Virginia University Morgantown, WV 26506-9142 phone: 304-293-2305 ------ _0 ------ _ \<,_ ---- (*)/ (*) From: Derek Springston [dspringston(a)gmail.com] Sent: Friday, October 12, 2012 9:01 AM To: Graber, Stephen Cc: Bike Board - Morgantown Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Sustainable Communities grant email/attachment review and approval... Butch, Thanks so much for your quick response. You must have been eating your Wheaties while typing! We'll see what others say today, and finish it up. Do you think we should send out at the end of the day today or earlier Monday? I vote today since we're requesting a reply by the 16th. I've bought in to the single email with no attachment now. In just a few weeks we'll be sending them a letter on letter head with our signatures and requesting theirs, so I think skipping the formal letter is ok initially, too. Also, we ask for their support and reply by email, but we need to make it clear that we must have their signature(s) on the our application to, "...represent the community's support and commitment..." to the bikeshare program as the Letter of Interest, so I'll make sure to add that clarification in the opening and closing of the letter. Thanks again, ~Derek On Fri, Oct 12, 2012 at 8:02 AM, Graber, Stephen <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> wrote: Here's my three cents...... I strongly favor the email that shows all the addressees in the "To:" field. I think it's important that the stakeholders can see who's been included. I remain ambivalent about attaching the letter- personally I hate the extra steps involved in having to click and wait for the attachment to open, however, some may prefer the appearance and weight of a more official document. The attached letter also creates a two step process- busy people may decide to wait and open it later when they have "more time". There is never more time so this may lead to fewer responses than an immediate all in one process. If I were doing it I'd probably skip the attachment and make the email the letter addressed to Dear Stakeholder, or Hi All, Two short suggestions for editing the letter- I like the combination you've created of our two letters- it balances the greater informational content of Emily's and the quicker informailty of mine nicely. So consider these suggestions and move on! I think the first sentence in both email and document (assuming you decide to keep both) should not use the pronoun "I". Something like "The Morgantown Bike Board is requesting....." carries more weight in my view. The Word document is good but has several overly lengthy sentences that have a staccato like feel and too many commas! For example: "The technical assistance we plan to apply for with your support is offered through the EPA’s Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities Program, which provides quick, targeted technical assistance to selected local governments and communities using a variety of tools developed by the EPA and contracted consultants, which have shown positive results." I'd suggest breaking them up into two or three individual sentences. Cheers, Butch ------------------------------------------- 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 Derek Springston [dspringston(a)gmail.com] Sent: Friday, October 12, 2012 12:14 AM To: Bike Board - Morgantown Subject: [Bikeboard] Sustainable Communities grant email/attachment review and approval... Dear BB Members, Either late on Friday or early Monday morning, I would like to send the email text below and the letter attachment out to our identified stakeholders. Please review and give your approval as early as possible, but no later than Sunday. Also BIG THANKS to Butch and Emily for their drafts of the letter. They did most of the work! Here is the list of stakeholders we've identified: Hugh Kierig - hugh.kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu - 304-293-9095, Tom Arnold - tarnold(a)cityofmorgantown.org - 304-284-7435, Terrence Moore - tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org - 304-284-7405 Jeff Mikorski - jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org - 304-284-7405 Chip Wamsley - chipwamsley(a)gmail.com Pathfinder - andrew(a)pathfinderwv.com - 304-296-0076 Perry Keller - Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov - 304-558-9591 Dave Bruffy - bruffy(a)busride.org - 304-296-3680 Bill Austin - baustin(a)labyrinth.net - 304-291-9571 University Health Associates- ??? Terry Cutright - MainStreet - director(a)downtownmorgantown.com - 304-292-0168 BOPARC - Mark Wise - mwise(a)boparc.org - 304-296-8356 Marjorie Gardens - ??? We also have two options for sending out via email... We can address by name each email and attachment letter to send each out individually OR make generic address and send out all together copying everyone in the TO: field so they can each see who else we're asking. Votes anyone? Will place the attached letter on the attache BB letterhead when I have access to scanners, printers! Review this email and comment: ------------------------------------------------------ Dear [insert stakeholder name], As a member of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board, I am requesting that you please review the attached letter. We are asking you to support our request to the EPA to host a bikeshare program workshop in Morgantown in Spring 2013. If Morgantown is selected as one of the communities to receive this technical assistance, we also need your commitment to attend a one to two day workshop. Please read the attached letter and reply to this email by Tuesday, October 16th with your response. Sincerely, Derek Springston Chair, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board - EPA Building Blocks Program Committee ------------------------------------------------------- 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 -- 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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Minutes from 10/4 Mtg
by Traci Liebig 11 Oct '12

11 Oct '12

Good Morning All, Attached are the minutes from the October Bike Board meeting. Thanks! Traci Traci Liebig Conservation Specialist Facilities Management West Virginia University P.O. Box 6570 Morgantown, WV 26506 304.293.9500 wecan.wvu.edu Think before you print. Thanks!

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Instead Of Surgery, Man Pedals Off The Pounds
by Christiaan Abildso 10 Oct '12

10 Oct '12

An inspiring story of the power of cycling in the pursuit of a healthy life: http://www.npr.org/2012/10/09/162586325/instead-of-surgery-man-pedals-off-t… Christiaan

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Re: [Bikeboard] MUB work / Deckers Creek Trail
by Terrence Moore 10 Oct '12

10 Oct '12

Very well, Tim. Thanks! Terrence Terrence R. Moore, ICMA-CM City Manager City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, West Virginia 26505 PH: (304) 284-7405 CELL: (304)288-2770 Email: tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tim Ball" <tball(a)mub.org> To: "Terrence Moore (tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org)" <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, jselin(a)hotmail.com Cc: director(a)positivespin.org, bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com, "Terry Hough" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Mark Wise" <mwise(a)boparc.org>, "Nicolas P. Webb" <nwebb(a)mub.org>, "Doug Smith" <drsmith(a)mub.org> Sent: Wednesday, October 10, 2012 11:26:58 AM Subject: FW: MUB work / Deckers Creek Trail Terrence and Jenny We are aware of the high public priority given to trail use, and we support and respect it. Yes – the signs placed today are in preparation for our Sabraton Stormwater Project. As I write, we are already adjusting the placement of the signs to allow more passage space for trail users. The immediate purpose of the signs is to urge caution in this area while we relocate water and gas lines in preparation for the stormwater project. The water/gas line work will NOT disrupt the trail, nor will it require detour of any trail traffic. Any new pipelines crossing the trail will be installed by boring beneath the trail. Proper precautions will be taken at all times to ensure public safety. The above preparatory phase of the work will take place now through mid November. Again, this immediate phase of the work will NOT disrupt the trail, nor will it require detour of any trail traffic. The actual work on the contracted Sabraton Stormwater Project is scheduled to begin in mid November, and will last approximately 1 year. Its impact on the Trail will be much shorter. The work will install a new box culvert along side of the Hartman Run stream, from Deckers Creek Blvd (Old Rt 7) to the point where the Hartman Run stream flows under Rt 7 at/near Hartman Run Rd. The contracted work WILL require an open excavation crossing Old Rt 7 and the Trail, and will utilize a short detour of the Trail. The exact schedule for that detour is not known at this time, but it will probably be used for less than a month, and will probably occur early in the project. The detour will loop the trail temporarily to the South, toward Deckers Creek, across Old Rt 7, and away from the work zone. The detour will be well marked, and in my opinion, due to the added caution signs will actually be safer than the existing permanent crossing at Old Rt 7. This subject work will be relatively small scale, from a trail users perspective, compared to other recent construction activities. But I hope that the above info demonstrates that we take Trail considerations seriously. As the emails below indicate, we have already begun coordination with the Trails Conservancy. We are also coordinating with City Engineer Terry Hough and BOPARC Director Mark Wise. Each of these folks will receive complete sets of our construction plans and a coordination briefing. In addition we are working today on a drawing to summarize the project, which we will post to our website. I will provide you a copy and a link as soon as they become available. Thanks and Best Regards, Tim From: Tim Ball Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2012 9:57 AM To: Nicolas P. Webb; Ella Belling Subject: RE: MUB work / Deckers Creek Trail Nick – please give Ella a copy of the project plans and make yourself available to go over them with her. Also, please provide her dates for each phase. Ella – thanks for your cooperation. This job won’t be nearly as disruptive as the recent jobs along the Mon. From the perspective of impacts on the Trail, it is a small project. Thanks and Best Regards, Tim From: Nicolas P. Webb Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2012 9:49 AM To: Ella Belling; Tim Ball Subject: RE: MUB work / Deckers Creek Trail Ella, There will be a description of the Sabraton Storm Improvement Project available on our website in the coming days, but it basically consists of the construction of a large culvert from near the intersection of Hartman Run Road and WV Rt. 7 to Deckers Creek. The work will involve crossing the Trail, but the Trail will not be closed. That is a stipulation in our project scope with the Contractor and they must adhere to it. At some point, when the culvert is being constructed through the trail’s path, we will have a small detour around the work area that must be properly delineated, marked and maintained by the contractor. It should also be noted that you might see us working on a waterline project in the area near the trail right now to prepare for the culvert construction, but we will not be excavating across the trail. We will be installing the waterline by boring/drilling horizontally beneath the trail to keep it open. We apologize for any inconvenience and encourage you to let us know if there are any issues during construction. Nick Webb From: Ella Belling [mailto:ella@montrails.org] Sent: Monday, October 01, 2012 6:28 PM To: Nicolas P. Webb; Scott Copen; Tim Ball Subject: MUB work / Deckers Creek Trail Hi Nick, Scott, and Tim I am hoping to get a description of the MUB project that may be impacting the Deckers Creek Trail. When, where, how long, etc. I am starting to get questions about it and have not heard any of the plan. Thanks, Ella Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 www.montrails.org 304-692-6782

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Deckers Creek Trail construction in Sabraton
by director 09 Oct '12

09 Oct '12

Good evening, This morning when I rode on the trail MUB workers were putting up signs to mark construction. The worked I talked to said this will be a major project to improve storm drainage. The 2 concerns I have are: 1) The warning signs being placed on the trail are about head-level and only 6inches away when you ride near the edge of the trail. Is there a standard for the distance they should be from the trail edge? 2) I hadn't heard anything or seen anything on the MRTCA website about this. The worker indicated that the trail will be closed during part of the construction. Does anyone know for how long, and if there is a detour? Thanks, Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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(no subject)
by director 09 Oct '12

09 Oct '12

Good evening, This article was on TreeHugger today - it points out that kids in the current generation can expect to die 5 years younger because of less physical activity, and bicycling can be a key way to get physical activity into their lives every day to help get that 5 years back . http://www.treehugger.com/bikes/bikes-key-tool-give-todays-kids-longer-live… The website designedtomove.org gives ways to take action. Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Bridgemont Comm. & Tech. College offering bike safety courses!
by Derek Springston 09 Oct '12

09 Oct '12

BB Members, Thought this was an interesting piece of news from Bridgemont in Montgomery, WV. Looks like they are offering Pedestrian and Bike Safety courses! Excellent! ~Derek *Bridgemont Community & Technical College Safety Series* Instructor: CAMC Tuesday evenings, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. for 2 weeks Davis Hall, Room 307 Class 1: Distracted Driver Ed (using an interactive computer simulator) Class 2: Pedestrian & Bike Safety Cost: FREE CLICK HERE<http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=plxkoikab&oeidk=a07e6b…>to register http://www.bridgemont.edu/ -- *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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Bicycle Sharing links
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 08 Oct '12

08 Oct '12

Bike Sharing in the United States: State of the Practice and Guide to Implementation:http://www.walkinginfo.org/training/pbic/lc_webinar_04-26-20… (I recommend downloading the webinar, then watching it.) In this same webinar, R.J. Eldridge, Director of Planning for Toole Design Group and Mauricio Hernandez, Transportation Planner with Toole Design Group discuss the results from a guide they were in the process of preparing along with PBIC through a cooperative agreement with the Federal Highway Administration. Recently, the completed comprehensive guide was released to the public: http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/promote/bikeshareintheus.pdf . Additionally, several Bike Sharing resources can be discovered at http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/bikeshare . One of my favorite bike sharing links is http://www.cycleushare.com/ - "CycleUshare is the country's first electric bicycle sharing system. It merges two technologies, e-bikes and bicycle sharing, making shared electric bicycles available to students, faculty and staff at the University of Tennessee." Here is a link for a infographic for Capital Bikeshare that the Recreation Division of the National Park Service put in their recent newsletter: http://library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1103573720641-160/Cabi… -Jonathan

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Free Donuts - not kidding!
by Christiaan Abildso 08 Oct '12

08 Oct '12

Free donuts while they last...they were still making more when I stopped by at 8:20. At Wild Mountain Bakery on High Street (the old Tutto Gelato, old Dairy Queen hut at the top of High Street)!!! Go get 'em...I have a maple pecan bar...yummmmm!!!! Christiaan

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SRTS Webinar
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Oct '12

04 Oct '12

Bicycle Board Members, Tomorrow, Thu. 10/4 at 2-3 pm there's a Safe Routes to School Webinar at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8033167537065525248 This is probably the most important one. It's title is, Show Me the Money: Finding Local Funding Sources for Safe Routes to School. Frank D. Gmeindl Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board LCI #1703 491 WilsonAvenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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