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Cyclists, walkers, transit users spend more money at local businesses
by director 02 Oct '12

02 Oct '12

This just in from TreeHugger... http://www.treehugger.com/bikes/there-bicycle-economy-two-cities-find.html Summary: "Portland, Oregon and New York City, two very different cities, are finding something similar about cyclists and pedestrians - they tend to spend a bit more money in local economies." Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Agenda for this Thursday's meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Oct '12

02 Oct '12

Bicycle Board Members, Betsy has resigned from the BB. Traci has agreed to takeover as Secretary. Best wishes to Betsy in balancing her many ongoing and recently started endeavors. Thanks to Traci for consenting to expand her role to include BB Secretary. Please find attached a suggested agenda for this week's Thursday (10/4) BB meeting. Last month, we had an informal meeting at which those in attendance listed what they want to do in the next 12 months to accomplish the BB's mission and then other participants signed up to help them accomplish their objectives (see minutes). Since we didn't have a quorum last month's we'll continue to do that exercise. So... please come prepared to say what you want to do in the next 12 months to accomplish the BB's mission. (See procedural guidelines at http://bikemorgantown.com/Docs/2011.07.12_Bicycle_Board_Procedural_Guidelin… ) I'll bring the flip charts that we recorded last month and we can add to them. If you want to add anything to the agenda, please reply-to-all with your topic, the desired outcome of addressing it and the amount of time you'll need. Following are some things that will need to be done in the next 12 months. Conduct annual Bicycle Plan progress review (I'm meeting w/Terrence, Terry Hough, Jeff Mkorski & Damien Oct. 17) Get money to implement the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan Review current placement of 2 Bicycle Friendly Community road signs and arrange installation of the remaining 10 signs Replace 2 departed League Cycling Instructors Fill BB membership vacancies Continue to improve the bike route (http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php) Establish bicycling education program and bicycle club at Suncrest Middle School The meeting will start promptly at 6:30 pm. If we do not have a quorum at 6:30 pm, I will cancel the meeting. If you will not be there at 6:30 pm, please reply ASAP so I can inform the Board in advance if we're not going to have a quorum. 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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Change BB status on TC
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Oct '12

01 Oct '12

Bicycle Board Members, At next Wednesday's Traffic Commission meeting, Christiaan Abildso, Pedestrian Safety Board Chariman will propose to the Traffic Commission to change it to the Transportation Commission and to make the Pedestrian representative (Christiaan) and Bicycling representative (me) voting members. We are currently ex-officio. Attached are a memorandum that he wrote explaining this and an ordinance that defines the Transportation Commission that should replace the ordinance that defines the Traffic Commission. We can discuss this at next week's BB meeting if you like. If I receive no response from BB members about this message or the attachment, we will assume that the BB concurs. 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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Bike rack approved
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Sep '12

28 Sep '12

Bicycle Board Members, Jack Watson, Matt's dad called me tonight to say that Suncrest Middle School principal Napolillo agreed to install a bike rack at the school once the City erects appropriate School Zone signs around the school. A few weeks ago, Damien informed me that the City will do that. Napolillo agreed to put the rack in front of the school but not until the School Zone signs are up. Until then, the rack must be stored in back of the school. Jack will pick up the rack from Positive Spin in a couple weeks. Recently, the principal invited Matt to present his proposal to the school's LSIC (Local School Improvement Council, http://wvde.state.wv.us/lsic/ ). Matt won them over. Next, Napolillo took the proposal to Mon County Schools Superintendent, Frank Devono. Devono took it to a lawyer. The lawyer is drafting a waiver for parents to sign if they allow their kids to ride to school. (Jack will send me the waiver when he gets it. Since this is coming from Devono, it should work for all the schools!) Also, Napolillo will require that each bike parked in the rack have a permit to park in it. The details on this still need to be worked out. Thanks to the initiative, diligence, persuasiveness and perseverance of eighth grader Matt Watson, barriers to kids riding to school that apparently have been up since Jonathan Rosenbaum was a boy are being relentlessly broken down. A cause for celebration, I'd say! Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities
by Derek Springston 28 Sep '12

28 Sep '12

All, We're going to meet at the BB Evansdale from 12-1pm on Monday, October 1st to discuss our plans for completing the Sustainable Growth Assistance Grant. Please join us! ~Derek On Fri, Sep 28, 2012 at 9:39 AM, Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com>wrote: > Hey guys, > I'll take the lead on the Sustainable Growth Assistance Grant unless > someone else has already done so or objects. We can have a brief > discussion at the meeting on Monday if anyone else would like to be the > lead. > > In the interest of getting the ball rolling, we now have at least three of > us (Butch, Traci, and I) available to meet from Noon to 1pm on Monday, > October 1st. I suggest we meet at: Zen Clay Cafe, Kenyan Cafe, or Black > Bear (either one). Taking votes on the location! Where would you like to > meet? :) > > For Monday's meeting: > > - Please read the application instructions, guidelines, and info on > the webinar (I've provided the links again below) > > > - Be prepared to discuss what you'd like to work on which suits your > skills and background > > > This will be good prep to report to the Bike Board on Thursday, Oct. 4th > and let them know what we've decided and how we're going to accomplish the > task. > > Thanks, > ~Derek > > > > More information and application instructions for the Building Blocks for > Sustainable Communities program: > http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/buildingblocks.htm > > More information on the webinar: > http://www.epa.gov/dced/webinars/index.html > > > On Thu, Sep 27, 2012 at 4:27 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>wrote: > >> I watched the webinar to which Jonathan gave us a link: >> http://www.walkinginfo.org/training/pbic/lc_webinar_04-26-2012.cfm . It >> provides excellent explanation of bike share and in-depth examples. >> >> On Sep 27, 2012, at 4:21 PM, Graber, Stephen wrote: >> >> Did the doodle poll- though I share the same reservation about trying to >> get this done by 10/26. Still don't have a clear idea of what constitutes >> a Bikeshare program but assume it's something other than the Stockholm >> white bicycles of years gone by! >> >> ------------------------------------------- >> 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:* Thursday, September 27, 2012 3:09 PM >> *To:* Liebig, Traci; Frank Gmeindl; Graber, Stephen; Jonathan Rosenbaum; >> Christiaan Abildso; Jeff Mikorski >> *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: EPA Offering Sustainable Growth >> Assistance to Communities >> >> Hey guys, >> So far, I'm the only one who has submitted my Doodle times to meet to >> discuss Grant-Writing before the next BB meeting. Can you please submit >> your available times using the Doodle poll link below? Can someone with >> grant-writing experience please speak up and take the lead? :) >> >> Are we motivated enough as a group to get this done? >> >> Thanks, >> ~Derek >> >> On Mon, Sep 24, 2012 at 9:44 AM, Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >>> Hey folks, >>> I'd definitely like to help, but feel someone else would be a better >>> leader since I'm not extremely well-versed with grant writing. I have some >>> experience reviewing and commenting on them and have seen a few, but >>> outside of that, I don't believe I'd be the best to guide this ship. *We >>> only have until October 26th to submit,* so we should nail down a >>> gameplan ASAP. >>> >>> 1. Let's pick a leader. >>> 2. Decide on when to meet by filling out this Doodle poll: >>> http://www.doodle.com/npr4px3xe6tbuicz<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?zAQSn7DC3rxEVd7bPOqbNI04xmG1_YLA5EIb1X8v…> >>> 3. Meet to discuss before the next BB Meeting on October 4th. >>> >>> Unfortunately several of my evenings are already booked this week, but I >>> may be able to do some lunch times as you'll see in the poll. >>> >>> Thanks, >>> ~Derek >>> >>> >>> On Mon, Sep 24, 2012 at 8:01 AM, Traci Liebig <Traci.Liebig(a)mail.wvu.edu >>> > wrote: >>> >>>> Happy to be assigned parts of the grant, but can't commit to the lead. >>>> I consider myself a proficient writer, but I have no grant experience. >>>> >>>> Traci >>>> >>>> >>> Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> 9/22/2012 8:39 PM >>> >>>> >>>> Jonathan, Butch, Derek, Traci, Christiaan, >>>> >>>> Each of you have expressed interest in applying for grants. Which one >>>> of you will take the lead to get one written? By taking the lead, I don't >>>> mean doing all the work yourself. I mean leading the group that has >>>> expressed an interest in applying for grants. >>>> >>>> Frank >>>> >>>> >>>> On Sep 21, 2012, at 10:13 PM, Christiaan Abildso wrote: >>>> >>>> I'm in. Let me know what I can do. >>>> Christiaan >>>> >>>> *From:* Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>>> *To:* Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Bill Austin < >>>> baustin(a)labyrinth.net>; Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>; >>>> Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> >>>> *Sent:* Friday, September 21, 2012 2:40 PM >>>> *Subject:* [Bikeboard] Fwd: EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance >>>> to Communities >>>> >>>> Here's an opportunity to get fed $ for bike sharing in which many of >>>> you have expressed interest. Also, for walkability. Please reply if you >>>> want to pursue. >>>> >>>> >>>> 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: *Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> >>>> *Date: *September 21, 2012 2:26:21 PM EDT >>>> *To: *"frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>>> *Subject: **EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities* >>>> >>>> Hi Frank, >>>> I am passing along some information on the EPA’s latest Sustainable >>>> Growth Assistance program application release. This year’s program includes >>>> bikesharing assistance and a lot more. Definitely worth checking out for >>>> your community and passing along to others. Thanks! >>>> ++++ >>>> *EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities* >>>> Release Date: 09/19/2012 >>>> Contact Information: Latisha Petteway (News Media Only), >>>> petteway.latisha(a)epa.gov, 202-564-3191, 202-564-4355 >>>> * >>>> >>>> WASHINGTON* – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today >>>> invited communities to apply for technical assistance to foster sustainable >>>> growth in their area. Communities that adopt sustainable growth strategies >>>> have been shown to expand economic opportunity and protect people’s health >>>> and the environment. EPA is offering assistance through the Building Blocks >>>> for Sustainable Communities program, which offers tools that can be applied >>>> in rural, suburban, and urban areas, including: >>>> >>>> • Smart growth and economic development to help communities get better >>>> financial results from public and private investments >>>> • Green street strategies for managing polluted stormwater >>>> • Land use strategies to protect water quality >>>> • Parking audits to make the best use of parking for existing and >>>> planned land uses >>>> • *Bikeshare system planning to create alternative commuting options* >>>> • Community design for aging populations to ensure residents can live >>>> at home as long as possible >>>> • Green building toolkit to overcome common barriers >>>> • Strategies to help small cities and rural areas develop in ways that >>>> retain unique community characteristics >>>> >>>> Communities apply for assistance with one of the specific tools and, if >>>> selected, work with an EPA-supported team of experts on applying those >>>> tools during a two-day workshop. Along with the policies and practices >>>> highlighted in each tool, participants will learn more about smart growth >>>> development strategies. >>>> >>>> EPA will select up to 44 communities through a competitive process for >>>> this latest round of assistance. The selections will be made in >>>> collaboration with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and >>>> the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Partnership for >>>> Sustainable Communities. This interagency collaboration coordinates federal >>>> investments in infrastructure, facilities, and services to get better >>>> results for communities and use taxpayer money more efficiently. >>>> >>>> Applications will be accepted between September 26 and October 26. EPA >>>> will host a webinar to discuss the program and the application process on >>>> September 21 from 1:00 to 2:30 Eastern time. >>>> >>>> EPA is working to make all the Building Blocks tools available online >>>> so that communities can use them on their own. The first online tool, the >>>> Walkability Workbook, can help communities determine how smart growth >>>> changes can be beneficial. >>>> >>>> Since the Building Blocks program launched in 2010, EPA has received >>>> requests for assistance from more than 600 communities across the country >>>> and provided assistance to 140. For example, in the Chicago area, EPA >>>> worked with three suburbs to develop strategies communities can use to >>>> better link their land use strategies with local and regional water quality >>>> goals. >>>> >>>> More information and application instructions for the Building Blocks >>>> for Sustainable Communities program: >>>> http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/buildingblocks.htm<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?zAQSn7DC3rxEVd7bPOqbNI05WSYhGpOyKNChzkNc…> >>>> >>>> More information on the webinar: >>>> http://www.epa.gov/dced/webinars/index.html<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?zAQSn7DC3rxEVd7bPOqbNI05WSYhGpN2TEo0akdz…> >>>> >>>> More information on the Walkability Workbook: >>>> http://www.walklive.org/project/walkability-workbook/<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?179FIKffc6T3hOqenDAQnzo08NFVk-hD-00UJ6Ez…> >>>> >>>> More information on the Partnership for Sustainable Communities: >>>> http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/partnership/index.html<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?179FIKffc6T3hOqenDAQnzo0bRJUzkPB5tzcz6Fy…> >>>> ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ >>>> __________________________ >>>> Bill Nesper >>>> Vice President, Programs >>>> League of American Bicyclists >>>> 1612 K St. N.W., Suite #510 >>>> Washington, DC 20006 >>>> D: 202-621-5444 >>>> F: 202-822-1334 >>>> bill(a)bikeleague.org >>>> http://www.bikeleague.org/<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?8VddBNVVwSUqejhOYYCyYr01495vf_ibvY01MTvC…> >>>> >>>> Lost with the new transportation law? *Join us in **Navigating MAP-21*<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?2ejjpsuuodK6zAQsLf9EL6M0mE6qSSNrk3eMJ_00…> to >>>> bring bike funding to your community! >>>> >>>> frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>>> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?179FIKffc6T3hOqenDAQnzo0cMpnmf-vQD7_Djw0…> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> *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* > > -- *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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Support South Middle School Bicycle Club
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Sep '12

28 Sep '12

Don't you think this is worth a donation of at least one race entry fee? 4ank Dominion Post, Sept. 28, 2012 p. 7-A Teacher running so students can ride BY CHELSEA FULLER The Dominion Post For Mark Thorne, a special education teacher at South Middle School, the work doesn’t end when the bell rings at 2:20 p.m. As the sponsor of the school’s bike club, Thorne has decided to run so that his students can ride. To raise funds for the bike club, Thorne started a pledge drive as he prepares to run in the West Virginia Trilogy, Oct. 12-14, at Spruce Knob in Seneca Rocks Recreation Area, he said. “The fundraiser is being done this way so that kids don’t have to go door-to-door and raise money for their club,” Thorne said. “I am going to run all three days of the trilogy, totaling 94.1 miles. I am asking for people to sponsor me, and all proceeds will go toward our bike club.” The first day of the Trilogy is a 50-kilometer run, Thorne said. The second day is 50 miles and the final day winds down with a 13.1-mile run. “We cross over the highest point in the state right about daybreak. The fast runners finish the runs in the daylight, but I will finish with a headlamp on,” Thorne said with a laugh. There is no set pledge amount. People are welcome to pledge cents-permile or single monetary donations, Thorne said. Pledges are due before Monday, but donations can also be made after the race. “All funds raised from the pledge drive will be used to purchase helmets, T-shirts and equipment needed to repair bikes,” Thorne said. “We have had several people even donate bikes.” The South Middle School Bike Club, now in its third year, meets every two weeks rain or shine, and has 42 student members, officials said. “We’ve grown in popularity. Several of the students don’t have the opportunity to do other extracurricular activities,” Thorne said. Club member Shyan Weaver, 12, has used a wheelchair since she was a young child. The sixth-grader rides a custom-made bike with three wheels and a hand crank that propels the bike instead of pedals, she said. “Riding isn’t hard for me. The hills can be tough sometimes, but it’s not that big of a problem.” Weaver said being in the bike club has been a great experience for her. “I have only had one ride so far, but I am looking forward to the next one.” Bike club members are scheduled to take their next ride at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 4. They will ride from the school to Star City and back, Thorne said. TO DONATE to the South Middle School Bike Club or to sponsor Mark Thorne in the West Virginia Trilogy, send money to South Middle School, Attention: Bike Club, 500 East Parkway, Morgantown, WV 26501.

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Fwd: Fwd: EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities
by Derek Springston 28 Sep '12

28 Sep '12

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, Sep 28, 2012 at 9:39 AM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities To: "Graber, Stephen" <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Liebig, Traci" < Traci.Liebig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org>, Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, Jeff Mikorski < jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Cc: Chet Parson <chetparsons(a)gmail.com>, Chip Wamsley <chipwamsley(a)gmail.com > Hey guys, I'll take the lead on the Sustainable Growth Assistance Grant unless someone else has already done so or objects. We can have a brief discussion at the meeting on Monday if anyone else would like to be the lead. In the interest of getting the ball rolling, we now have at least three of us (Butch, Traci, and I) available to meet from Noon to 1pm on Monday, October 1st. I suggest we meet at: Zen Clay Cafe, Kenyan Cafe, or Black Bear (either one). Taking votes on the location! Where would you like to meet? :) For Monday's meeting: - Please read the application instructions, guidelines, and info on the webinar (I've provided the links again below) - Be prepared to discuss what you'd like to work on which suits your skills and background This will be good prep to report to the Bike Board on Thursday, Oct. 4th and let them know what we've decided and how we're going to accomplish the task. Thanks, ~Derek More information and application instructions for the Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities program: http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/buildingblocks.htm More information on the webinar: http://www.epa.gov/dced/webinars/index.html On Thu, Sep 27, 2012 at 4:27 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>wrote: > I watched the webinar to which Jonathan gave us a link: > http://www.walkinginfo.org/training/pbic/lc_webinar_04-26-2012.cfm . It > provides excellent explanation of bike share and in-depth examples. > > On Sep 27, 2012, at 4:21 PM, Graber, Stephen wrote: > > Did the doodle poll- though I share the same reservation about trying to > get this done by 10/26. Still don't have a clear idea of what constitutes > a Bikeshare program but assume it's something other than the Stockholm > white bicycles of years gone by! > > ------------------------------------------- > 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:* Thursday, September 27, 2012 3:09 PM > *To:* Liebig, Traci; Frank Gmeindl; Graber, Stephen; Jonathan Rosenbaum; > Christiaan Abildso; Jeff Mikorski > *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: EPA Offering Sustainable Growth > Assistance to Communities > > Hey guys, > So far, I'm the only one who has submitted my Doodle times to meet to > discuss Grant-Writing before the next BB meeting. Can you please submit > your available times using the Doodle poll link below? Can someone with > grant-writing experience please speak up and take the lead? :) > > Are we motivated enough as a group to get this done? > > Thanks, > ~Derek > > On Mon, Sep 24, 2012 at 9:44 AM, Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> Hey folks, >> I'd definitely like to help, but feel someone else would be a better >> leader since I'm not extremely well-versed with grant writing. I have some >> experience reviewing and commenting on them and have seen a few, but >> outside of that, I don't believe I'd be the best to guide this ship. *We >> only have until October 26th to submit,* so we should nail down a >> gameplan ASAP. >> >> 1. Let's pick a leader. >> 2. Decide on when to meet by filling out this Doodle poll: >> http://www.doodle.com/npr4px3xe6tbuicz<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?zAQSn7DC3rxEVd7bPOqbNI04xmG1_YLA5EIb1X8v…> >> 3. Meet to discuss before the next BB Meeting on October 4th. >> >> Unfortunately several of my evenings are already booked this week, but I >> may be able to do some lunch times as you'll see in the poll. >> >> Thanks, >> ~Derek >> >> >> On Mon, Sep 24, 2012 at 8:01 AM, Traci Liebig <Traci.Liebig(a)mail.wvu.edu> >> wrote: >> >>> Happy to be assigned parts of the grant, but can't commit to the lead. I >>> consider myself a proficient writer, but I have no grant experience. >>> >>> Traci >>> >>> >>> Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> 9/22/2012 8:39 PM >>> >>> >>> Jonathan, Butch, Derek, Traci, Christiaan, >>> >>> Each of you have expressed interest in applying for grants. Which one >>> of you will take the lead to get one written? By taking the lead, I don't >>> mean doing all the work yourself. I mean leading the group that has >>> expressed an interest in applying for grants. >>> >>> Frank >>> >>> >>> On Sep 21, 2012, at 10:13 PM, Christiaan Abildso wrote: >>> >>> I'm in. Let me know what I can do. >>> Christiaan >>> >>> *From:* Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>> *To:* Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Bill Austin < >>> baustin(a)labyrinth.net>; Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>; >>> Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> >>> *Sent:* Friday, September 21, 2012 2:40 PM >>> *Subject:* [Bikeboard] Fwd: EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance >>> to Communities >>> >>> Here's an opportunity to get fed $ for bike sharing in which many of you >>> have expressed interest. Also, for walkability. Please reply if you want >>> to pursue. >>> >>> >>> 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: *Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> >>> *Date: *September 21, 2012 2:26:21 PM EDT >>> *To: *"frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>> *Subject: **EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities* >>> >>> Hi Frank, >>> I am passing along some information on the EPA’s latest Sustainable >>> Growth Assistance program application release. This year’s program includes >>> bikesharing assistance and a lot more. Definitely worth checking out for >>> your community and passing along to others. Thanks! >>> ++++ >>> *EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities* >>> Release Date: 09/19/2012 >>> Contact Information: Latisha Petteway (News Media Only), >>> petteway.latisha(a)epa.gov, 202-564-3191, 202-564-4355 >>> * >>> >>> WASHINGTON* – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today >>> invited communities to apply for technical assistance to foster sustainable >>> growth in their area. Communities that adopt sustainable growth strategies >>> have been shown to expand economic opportunity and protect people’s health >>> and the environment. EPA is offering assistance through the Building Blocks >>> for Sustainable Communities program, which offers tools that can be applied >>> in rural, suburban, and urban areas, including: >>> >>> • Smart growth and economic development to help communities get better >>> financial results from public and private investments >>> • Green street strategies for managing polluted stormwater >>> • Land use strategies to protect water quality >>> • Parking audits to make the best use of parking for existing and >>> planned land uses >>> • *Bikeshare system planning to create alternative commuting options* >>> • Community design for aging populations to ensure residents can live at >>> home as long as possible >>> • Green building toolkit to overcome common barriers >>> • Strategies to help small cities and rural areas develop in ways that >>> retain unique community characteristics >>> >>> Communities apply for assistance with one of the specific tools and, if >>> selected, work with an EPA-supported team of experts on applying those >>> tools during a two-day workshop. Along with the policies and practices >>> highlighted in each tool, participants will learn more about smart growth >>> development strategies. >>> >>> EPA will select up to 44 communities through a competitive process for >>> this latest round of assistance. The selections will be made in >>> collaboration with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and >>> the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Partnership for >>> Sustainable Communities. This interagency collaboration coordinates federal >>> investments in infrastructure, facilities, and services to get better >>> results for communities and use taxpayer money more efficiently. >>> >>> Applications will be accepted between September 26 and October 26. EPA >>> will host a webinar to discuss the program and the application process on >>> September 21 from 1:00 to 2:30 Eastern time. >>> >>> EPA is working to make all the Building Blocks tools available online so >>> that communities can use them on their own. The first online tool, the >>> Walkability Workbook, can help communities determine how smart growth >>> changes can be beneficial. >>> >>> Since the Building Blocks program launched in 2010, EPA has received >>> requests for assistance from more than 600 communities across the country >>> and provided assistance to 140. For example, in the Chicago area, EPA >>> worked with three suburbs to develop strategies communities can use to >>> better link their land use strategies with local and regional water quality >>> goals. >>> >>> More information and application instructions for the Building Blocks >>> for Sustainable Communities program: >>> http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/buildingblocks.htm<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?zAQSn7DC3rxEVd7bPOqbNI05WSYhGpOyKNChzkNc…> >>> >>> More information on the webinar: >>> http://www.epa.gov/dced/webinars/index.html<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?zAQSn7DC3rxEVd7bPOqbNI05WSYhGpN2TEo0akdz…> >>> >>> More information on the Walkability Workbook: >>> http://www.walklive.org/project/walkability-workbook/<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?179FIKffc6T3hOqenDAQnzo08NFVk-hD-00UJ6Ez…> >>> >>> More information on the Partnership for Sustainable Communities: >>> http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/partnership/index.html<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?179FIKffc6T3hOqenDAQnzo0bRJUzkPB5tzcz6Fy…> >>> ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ >>> __________________________ >>> Bill Nesper >>> Vice President, Programs >>> League of American Bicyclists >>> 1612 K St. N.W., Suite #510 >>> Washington, DC 20006 >>> D: 202-621-5444 >>> F: 202-822-1334 >>> bill(a)bikeleague.org >>> http://www.bikeleague.org/<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?8VddBNVVwSUqejhOYYCyYr01495vf_ibvY01MTvC…> >>> >>> Lost with the new transportation law? *Join us in **Navigating MAP-21*<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?2ejjpsuuodK6zAQsLf9EL6M0mE6qSSNrk3eMJ_00…> to >>> bring bike funding to your community! >>> >>> frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Bikeboard mailing list >>> Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com >>> http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard<https://console.mxlogic.com/redir/?179FIKffc6T3hOqenDAQnzo0cMpnmf-vQD7_Djw0…> >>> >>> >>> >> >> >> -- >> *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* -- *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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Help with bike trail network project
by Christiaan Abildso 27 Sep '12

27 Sep '12

I believe Colin expressed interest in creating a network of off-road bike trails in the area. Having just returned from a little slice of Utopia - Park City - I am inspired to make Morgantown much more mountain bike friendly. I am friends with an accountant with Bikes Belong in Colorado who formerly worked with IMBA. I contacted him to ask for some contacts/consultants to assist. I think we may be able to get some funds through the MPO to pay for such a consultant to come in to help. I'd like to offer to help by making these connections if there is interest. What a great network of singletrack riding/running/hiking we could have...damn Park City! Ride on, Christiaan

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input for next TC meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Sep '12

27 Sep '12

Bicycle Board Members, I sent the message below to Damien but with attachments, it was too big to get to you. So, I deleted 2 attachments and abridged the report to the TC by removing graphics, a table and a bunch of reference text so now, you have just the text that I plan to read to the TC. Frank > Damien, > > In response to your request after last night's MPO TAG LRTP meeting, attached is a preliminary Bicycle Board Monthly Report to the Traffic Commission for next Wednesday's Traffic Commission meeting. By copy of this message, I ask any BB members that want any changes to the reply ASAP with cc to you. > > Damien, in the report I mention the Connecting Communities formation white paper and the legislative agenda recommendations that we provided. To this message, I also attached those documents. I think it would be good for the TC to have the electronic files but I don't know if it would be worth all the paper to make hard copies for all members. Whether you decide to make hard copies or not is OK with me. > > > 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: Bicycling class for girls
by BikeMorgantown 26 Sep '12

26 Sep '12

Thanks, Marilyn! Would you please contact Ashley and cc me so I'll know we closed the loop? 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 On Sep 25, 2012, at 10:04 PM, Marilyn wrote: > I could do it nut 45 minutes doesn't give much time to teach much. > > Marilyn > > Sent from my Kindle Fire > > > > From: BikeMorgantown <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com> > Sent: Tue Sep 25 11:34:17 EDT 2012 > To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> > Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bicycling class for girls > > Anybody interested in doing this? Please reply ASAP since they're planning if for Oct. 3, a week from today! > > 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: "Harman, Ashley" <aharman(a)jacksonkelly.com> >> Date: September 25, 2012 11:24:14 AM EDT >> To: "bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com" <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com> >> Subject: Bicycling class for girls >> >> Good morning! >> >> My name is Ashley Harman, and a friend referred me to your website. I teach a class of second and third grade girls on Wednesday evenings at our church (we have a Christian scouting program called Caravan), and we are looking for a special speaker on bicycle riding safety and maintenance. >> >> Would someone in your organization be interested or available for such a thing? It would be Wednesday, October 3 from about 6:30 to 7:15 at the Pierpont Church on Harner Run Road. >> >> Thank you so much for your consideration, >> >> Ashley Harman >> >> >> >> >> >> Ashley M. Harman >> Member >> Jackson Kelly PLLC >> Phone: (304)284-4116 >> Fax: (304)284-4156 >> Cell: (304)216-3916 >> aharman(a)jacksonkelly.com >> V-card • BIO. >> Click here for the mailing address >> >> >> >> >> >> CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE: This email message from the law office of Jackson Kelly PLLC is for the sole use of the intended recipient or recipients and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, distribution, or other dissemination of this e-mail message and/or the information contained therein is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail message, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. >> >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Long Range Transportation Plan - September 26th Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Sep '12

25 Sep '12

Bill, Steve, Please find attached, my responses to the questionnaire. I'm providing this to you so I don't blindside you tonight as well as to hopefully enlist your support. 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 On Sep 20, 2012, at 11:49 AM, Bill Austin wrote: > > > Transportation Advisory Group, > > Please find attached the agenda and accompanying information for the September 26th meeting to be held at the Airport Managers Conference Room on the lower level of the Airport Managers Building at 6 PM. > > In preparation and to maximize the value of our meeting time, we recommend that you: > > 1. Review the attached PDF maps for two potential transportation scenarios that we will discuss at the meeting. We have also attached a comparison of the proposed projects in each scenario prepared by MPO staff. > 2. Review the attached survey related to the scenarios. Please jot down your thoughts if you have time to “jump start” the conversation at the meeting. > 3. Review the attached non-mapped ideas and strategies and come prepared to provide us your feedback. > > We have hard copies of this information at the MPO’s office available if you need them. > > If you know of an area that needs transportation improvements now is the time to be heard. > > Thank you for your interest. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or if we may be of 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 > "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 > "The dogmas of the quiet past, are inadequate to the stormy present. The occasion is piled high with difficulty, and we must rise -- with the occasion. As our case is new, so we must think anew, and act anew." -Abraham Lincoln > > > > > > > > > <Scenario1D-Half.pdf><Scenario2D-Half.pdf><MPO Staff Summary of 2012 LRTP Scenarios.pdf><Non-mapped strategies and improvements.pdf><Questionaire - Scenarios Review.pdf><Agenda - Scenarios Review Workshop.pdf>

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Fwd: Bicycling class for girls
by BikeMorgantown 25 Sep '12

25 Sep '12

Anybody interested in doing this? Please reply ASAP since they're planning if for Oct. 3, a week from today! 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: "Harman, Ashley" <aharman(a)jacksonkelly.com> > Date: September 25, 2012 11:24:14 AM EDT > To: "bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com" <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Bicycling class for girls > > Good morning! > > My name is Ashley Harman, and a friend referred me to your website. I teach a class of second and third grade girls on Wednesday evenings at our church (we have a Christian scouting program called Caravan), and we are looking for a special speaker on bicycle riding safety and maintenance. > > Would someone in your organization be interested or available for such a thing? It would be Wednesday, October 3 from about 6:30 to 7:15 at the Pierpont Church on Harner Run Road. > > Thank you so much for your consideration, > > Ashley Harman > > > > > > Ashley M. Harman > Member > Jackson Kelly PLLC > Phone: (304)284-4116 > Fax: (304)284-4156 > Cell: (304)216-3916 > aharman(a)jacksonkelly.com > V-card • BIO. > Click here for the mailing address > > > > > > CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE: This email message from the law office of Jackson Kelly PLLC is for the sole use of the intended recipient or recipients and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, distribution, or other dissemination of this e-mail message and/or the information contained therein is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail message, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. >

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Fwd: Long Range Transportation Plan - September 26th Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Sep '12

24 Sep '12

Bicycle Board Members, As you know, I am representing you on the Long Range Transportation Plan Transportation Advisory Group. We've had several workshops and are now narrowing down the options. You might at least find the attached maps interesting as they show many bicycle "improvements". If you have any comments you'd like me to take to the TAG meeting tomorrow night, please send them to me at your earliest convenience. To guide your thinking, you might also give me some input on the attached survey. 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: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: September 20, 2012 11:49:42 AM EDT > 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>, <mayordave(a)comcast.net>, <brad.greathouse(a)mylan.com>, "'Rob Moyer'" <Rob.Moyer(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Michael Clow'" <mclow(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Janel Nye'" <janel(a)bedardconsulting.com>, <jlgoodwi(a)access.k12.wv.us> > Cc: <scmayor(a)comcast.net>, "'Thieken, Steve'" <steve.thieken(a)burgessniple.com>, "'Jeff Mikorski'" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <andrew.nichols(a)marshall.edu> > Subject: Long Range Transportation Plan - September 26th Meeting > > > > Transportation Advisory Group, > > Please find attached the agenda and accompanying information for the September 26th meeting to be held at the Airport Managers Conference Room on the lower level of the Airport Managers Building at 6 PM. > > In preparation and to maximize the value of our meeting time, we recommend that you: > > 1. Review the attached PDF maps for two potential transportation scenarios that we will discuss at the meeting. We have also attached a comparison of the proposed projects in each scenario prepared by MPO staff. > 2. Review the attached survey related to the scenarios. Please jot down your thoughts if you have time to “jump start” the conversation at the meeting. > 3. Review the attached non-mapped ideas and strategies and come prepared to provide us your feedback. > > We have hard copies of this information at the MPO’s office available if you need them. > > If you know of an area that needs transportation improvements now is the time to be heard. > > Thank you for your interest. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or if we may be of 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 > "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 > "The dogmas of the quiet past, are inadequate to the stormy present. The occasion is piled high with difficulty, and we must rise -- with the occasion. As our case is new, so we must think anew, and act anew." -Abraham Lincoln > > > > > > > >

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September Minutes
by Traci Liebig 24 Sep '12

24 Sep '12

Hello Bike Board, Attached are the minutes from September's meeting. Thanks, Traci

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Fwd: EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Sep '12

21 Sep '12

Here's an opportunity to get fed $ for bike sharing in which many of you have expressed interest. Also, for walkability. Please reply if you want to pursue. 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: Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> > Date: September 21, 2012 2:26:21 PM EDT > To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities > > Hi Frank, > > I am passing along some information on the EPA’s latest Sustainable Growth Assistance program application release. This year’s program includes bikesharing assistance and a lot more. Definitely worth checking out for your community and passing along to others. Thanks! > > ++++ > > EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities > Release Date: 09/19/2012 > Contact Information: Latisha Petteway (News Media Only), petteway.latisha(a)epa.gov, 202-564-3191, 202-564-4355 > > > WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today invited communities to apply for technical assistance to foster sustainable growth in their area. Communities that adopt sustainable growth strategies have been shown to expand economic opportunity and protect people’s health and the environment. EPA is offering assistance through the Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities program, which offers tools that can be applied in rural, suburban, and urban areas, including: > > • Smart growth and economic development to help communities get better financial results from public and private investments > • Green street strategies for managing polluted stormwater > • Land use strategies to protect water quality > • Parking audits to make the best use of parking for existing and planned land uses > • Bikeshare system planning to create alternative commuting options > • Community design for aging populations to ensure residents can live at home as long as possible > • Green building toolkit to overcome common barriers > • Strategies to help small cities and rural areas develop in ways that retain unique community characteristics > > Communities apply for assistance with one of the specific tools and, if selected, work with an EPA-supported team of experts on applying those tools during a two-day workshop. Along with the policies and practices highlighted in each tool, participants will learn more about smart growth development strategies. > > EPA will select up to 44 communities through a competitive process for this latest round of assistance. The selections will be made in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Partnership for Sustainable Communities. This interagency collaboration coordinates federal investments in infrastructure, facilities, and services to get better results for communities and use taxpayer money more efficiently. > > Applications will be accepted between September 26 and October 26. EPA will host a webinar to discuss the program and the application process on September 21 from 1:00 to 2:30 Eastern time. > > EPA is working to make all the Building Blocks tools available online so that communities can use them on their own. The first online tool, the Walkability Workbook, can help communities determine how smart growth changes can be beneficial. > > Since the Building Blocks program launched in 2010, EPA has received requests for assistance from more than 600 communities across the country and provided assistance to 140. For example, in the Chicago area, EPA worked with three suburbs to develop strategies communities can use to better link their land use strategies with local and regional water quality goals. > > More information and application instructions for the Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities program:http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/buildingblocks.htm > > More information on the webinar: http://www.epa.gov/dced/webinars/index.html > > More information on the Walkability Workbook: http://www.walklive.org/project/walkability-workbook/ > > More information on the Partnership for Sustainable Communities:http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/partnership/index.html > > ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ > > __________________________ > Bill Nesper > Vice President, Programs > League of American Bicyclists > 1612 K St. N.W., Suite #510 > Washington, DC 20006 > D: 202-621-5444 > F: 202-822-1334 > bill(a)bikeleague.org > www.bikeleague.org > > Lost with the new transportation law? Join us in Navigating MAP-21 to bring bike funding to your community! > > > frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net >

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Fwd: Fwd: EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities
by Derek Springston 21 Sep '12

21 Sep '12

Hey guys, I'm interested in helping with the Sustainable Growth grant, especially if we develop a team of at least 3-5 people. Thanks, ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Fri, Sep 21, 2012 at 2:51 PM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities To: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Derek, Thanks for your positive response! Please send your message to the BB so they know somebody's interested. Jonathan has expressed an interest in leading grant applications and Butch Graber who has much experience at successfully getting grants also said he would support grant application writing. Frank On Sep 21, 2012, at 2:46 PM, Derek Springston wrote: Frank, I'm interested and would like to help some, but I'm hoping we'll get at least 4-5 of us working on it. If we can get a small team, I'd like to help. I'm a little unclear on how much will be involved as I've never completed one, but would love to help assuming we go after it. Keep me informed. ~Derek On Fri, Sep 21, 2012 at 2:40 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>wrote: > Here's an opportunity to get fed $ for bike sharing in which many of you > have expressed interest. Also, for walkability. Please reply if you want > to pursue. > > > 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: *Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> > *Date: *September 21, 2012 2:26:21 PM EDT > *To: *"frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > *Subject: **EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities* > > Hi Frank,**** > > I am passing along some information on the EPA’s latest Sustainable Growth > Assistance program application release. This year’s program includes > bikesharing assistance and a lot more. Definitely worth checking out for > your community and passing along to others. Thanks!**** > > ++++**** > > *EPA Offering Sustainable Growth Assistance to Communities* > Release Date: 09/19/2012 > Contact Information: Latisha Petteway (News Media Only), > petteway.latisha(a)epa.gov, 202-564-3191, 202-564-4355 > * > > WASHINGTON* – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today > invited communities to apply for technical assistance to foster sustainable > growth in their area. Communities that adopt sustainable growth strategies > have been shown to expand economic opportunity and protect people’s health > and the environment. EPA is offering assistance through the Building Blocks > for Sustainable Communities program, which offers tools that can be applied > in rural, suburban, and urban areas, including: > > • Smart growth and economic development to help communities get better > financial results from public and private investments > • Green street strategies for managing polluted stormwater > • Land use strategies to protect water quality > • Parking audits to make the best use of parking for existing and planned > land uses > • *Bikeshare system planning to create alternative commuting options* > • Community design for aging populations to ensure residents can live at > home as long as possible > • Green building toolkit to overcome common barriers > • Strategies to help small cities and rural areas develop in ways that > retain unique community characteristics > > Communities apply for assistance with one of the specific tools and, if > selected, work with an EPA-supported team of experts on applying those > tools during a two-day workshop. Along with the policies and practices > highlighted in each tool, participants will learn more about smart growth > development strategies. > > EPA will select up to 44 communities through a competitive process for > this latest round of assistance. The selections will be made in > collaboration with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and > the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Partnership for > Sustainable Communities. This interagency collaboration coordinates federal > investments in infrastructure, facilities, and services to get better > results for communities and use taxpayer money more efficiently. > > Applications will be accepted between September 26 and October 26. EPA > will host a webinar to discuss the program and the application process on > September 21 from 1:00 to 2:30 Eastern time. > > EPA is working to make all the Building Blocks tools available online so > that communities can use them on their own. The first online tool, the > Walkability Workbook, can help communities determine how smart growth > changes can be beneficial. > > Since the Building Blocks program launched in 2010, EPA has received > requests for assistance from more than 600 communities across the country > and provided assistance to 140. For example, in the Chicago area, EPA > worked with three suburbs to develop strategies communities can use to > better link their land use strategies with local and regional water quality > goals. > > More information and application instructions for the Building Blocks for > Sustainable Communities program: > http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/buildingblocks.htm > > More information on the webinar: > http://www.epa.gov/dced/webinars/index.html > > More information on the Walkability Workbook: > http://www.walklive.org/project/walkability-workbook/ > > More information on the Partnership for Sustainable Communities: > http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/partnership/index.html > > ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ > __________________________ > Bill Nesper > Vice President, Programs > League of American Bicyclists > 1612 K St. N.W., Suite #510 > Washington, DC 20006 > D: 202-621-5444 > F: 202-822-1334 > bill(a)bikeleague.org > www.bikeleague.org > ** ** > Lost with the new transportation law? *Join us in **Navigating MAP-21*<http://www.advocacyadvance.org/map21> to > bring bike funding to your community! > > ** ** > > frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > > > > _______________________________________________ > 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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Fwd: Register today for free webinar on finding local funding sources for SRTS
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Sep '12

21 Sep '12

Thursday, Oct. 4. The Nashville MPO presentation will probably be interesting. Since SRTS is one of our top priority projects in the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan, this is an opportunity to learn how to get funding for it. F Begin forwarded message: > From: "Deb Hubsmith" <Deb_Hubsmith(a)mail.vresp.com> > Date: September 21, 2012 11:51:24 AM EDT > To: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com > Subject: Register today for free webinar on finding local funding sources for SRTS > Reply-To: "Deb Hubsmith" <reply-41bddb4151-2c9c52606c-2f81(a)u.cts.vresp.com> > > > > > > The Safe Routes to School National Partnership is hosting a free webinar: > > Show Me the Money > Finding Local Funding Sources for Safe Routes to School > Thursday, October 4 > 2-3pm eastern/1-2pm central/12-1pm mountain/11am-12pm pacific > > > Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8033167537065525248 > > There are many ways to fund community and state-wide Safe Routes to School programs. From traffic fines to sales taxes to government and private grants, learn how to sustain your program, and about the new funding opportunities in the federal transportation act: MAP-21. > > We are pleased to feature the following presenters: > > Bev Brody, Get Fit Kauai Health and Built Environment Facilitator: Bev will share how Hawaii advocates worked with elected officials to fund Safe Routes to School in every Hawaii county through traffic fines legislation. > > Wendi Kallins, Founder and Program Director, Safe Routes to School in Marin County, CA: Learn about Marin County, California's sales tax and how it's funding Safe Routes to School in dozens of schools. > > Leslie Meehan, Director of Healthy Communities, Nashville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization: Learn how the Nashville, TN area regional government has prioritized Safe Routes to School and is providing funding to local communities. > > Robert Ping, Technical Assistance Director, Safe Routes to School National Partnership: Hear how Arizona, Illinois, Washington and Portland, Oregon are using fines to calm traffic, and to fund Safe Routes to School and other safety measures. > > This webinar is the fifth 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. > > > > > > 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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New news to MorgantownBike.com?
by Derek Springston 21 Sep '12

21 Sep '12

BB Members, Looks like the news items on our BikeMorgantown.com website haven't been updated since May. Are we able to add the news items below? Can we also add a link to Mon Bike club? Forgive me if I've missed where it is if it's on there. Just did a quick glance. http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/bicyclefriendlyamerica/communities/bfc_m… http://www.thedaonline.com/news/university-promotes-alternative-methods-of-… 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 racks
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Sep '12

19 Sep '12

FYI Begin forwarded message: > From: Trevor Lloyd <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: September 19, 2012 8:26:52 AM EDT > To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net, jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org > Cc: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: bike racks > > I don't know exactly when the racks will be installed. There are still punch list items with the general contractor for the main structure that are top priority at the moment. Once the GC is finished we can focus on additional items like the map kiosk, pay machine, big belly trash receptacles, outdoor kitchen, bike racks, fence around rain garden, etc... Not necessarily in that order though. Rest assured, the bike racks have not fallen by the wayside. I will keep Damien in the loop on this subject. > > Trevor Lloyd, P.E., CFM > Staff Engineer > City of Morgantown > 304-284-7412

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Farmer's Market Place Bicycle Parking
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 18 Sep '12

18 Sep '12

Does anyone know if the Bicycle Parking we requested will be installed at the new Market Place? Looking at the cam at http://axis-724d19.axiscam.net/view/index.shtml it is clear there is no parking at the front of the facility where one would have expected it. I am making the assumption that given that the facility was just built that parking hasn't been installed, yet. Correct? -Jonathan

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Connecting Communities
by Chip Wamsley 17 Sep '12

17 Sep '12

I like the New Hampshire version, I agree with Butch that it most likely won't be enforced but would be good to have on the books when a driver does hit a cyclis and then maybe it would be enforced. -----Original Message----- From: "Graber, Stephen" <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> Sent 9/10/2012 11:37:28 AM To: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com" <bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com> Cc: "Eric Henrickson" <moxiemeister(a)hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Connecting Communities I favor repeal of 17C-11-(a) and 17C-11- 5 (c) (Far to the Right and Mandatory Side Path) as both limit cyclists rights to use reasonable roadways safely and completely. As for 17C-7-3 I favor the amendment in the original document rather than the New Hampshire version. I doubt the legislature would reject it because they feel 3 ft is enough so we might as well go for 4 ft. Hard to believe it would be enforced, regardless. ------------------------------------------- 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: Sunday, September 09, 2012 10:29 PM To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Cc: Eric Henrickson Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Connecting Communities Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Chet and Traci for responding to my message below. Nobody said anything about the proposal to add a 4-foot passing law and I've been giving it some more thought. The main reason I proposed a 4-foot law is that PA recently passed one and 4-feet seemed to be better than 3-feet which most states have. Then, I wondered if since most states have a 3-foot law and only PA has a 4-foot law, would the legislature reject the 4-foot law but maybe look more favorably on a 3-foot law. In my opinion, practically speaking, a fixed distance for passing doesn't make much sense. Wouldn't you want a vehicle that's traveling 65 mph faster than you to give you a little more space than a vehicle traveling 10 mph faster than you? So, instead or a 4-foot law, I would like to propose a law such as New Hampshire's that says, "... at least 3 feet when the vehicle is traveling at 30 miles per hour or less, with one additional foot of clearance required for every 10 miles per hour above 30 miles per hour". What do you think? Frank Begin forwarded message: From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: September 4, 2012 1:00:49 PM EDT To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Fwd: Connecting Communities Bicycle Board Members, At last week's meeting with Kasey Russell, Bill Austin and Christiaan Abildso, Kasey asked me to think about a legislative agenda for Connecting Communities. (Recall that in her white paper, she gave two examples: 3 foot passing law and a self-imposed tax on biking community.) Well, I've given it some thought and wrote the attached document. Please read it and tell me what you think. Feel free to mark it up using track changes and comments and return it to me. Also, check In it, I am recommending 4 legislative changes: Repeal 17C-11-5 (a) which requires bicyclists to ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable. Or, if not repeal, add exceptions such as when preparing to make a left turn, to avoid hazards such as debris, glass, holes, dogs, etc. and when the road is too narrow for a bicycle and vehicle to travel safely side-by-side within the lane. Repeal 17C-11-5 (c) which says, 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. Amend 17C-7-3 which addresses overtaking and passing to require motorists to allow 4-feet when passing a bicyclist and to pass at a prudent reduced speed. Adopt the 2009 MUTCD. As you know, I have always resisted messing with legislation because I think most people and perhaps especially legislators hate bicyclists so once they turn their attention on us, we can only but lose out; especially competent bicyclists that operate their bicycles as vehicles. All 50 states have a law that says every person operating a bicycle upon a roadway shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle. Considering the level of bicycle friendliness that WV government has demonstrated, I wouldn't be surprised if WV were the first state to repeal that law or modify it so that we're not allowed on the roads anymore. Nevertheless, there seem to be more and more well-meaning people who are not competent bicyclists promoting new laws and changes to existing laws so I feel compelled to be proactive rather than reactive. Kasey is a Charleston City Councilor and an experienced lobbyist. I think she's capable of getting something good done for WV bicyclists. She told me that she was 5 years old when she last rode a bike and she's afraid of bicycles. I'm sure she's getting legislation recommendations from all over the state. Since we're one of the few places in WV that has an organized body of bicycling experts, i.e. the BB, our recommendations might get attention. If you're interested, http://bikemorgantown.com/bikelaw.php has links to relevant law. I look forward to your responses. 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Last BB meeting?
by Derek Springston 17 Sep '12

17 Sep '12

Hey guys, I was just curious to know what was decided on my mapping and GIS work over the next year. Have meeting minutes been sent out? Did I miss something? 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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Connecting Communities
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Sep '12

11 Sep '12

Bicycle Board Members, Tomorrow at 8 am, Christiaan, Bill Austin and I will meet with Kasey Russell at Waterfront Place to discuss her new organization, Connecting Communities. Kasey is a Charleston City Councilor. From the attached, " Connecting Communities will provide a unifying voice for citizens, elected officials, and policy leaders to address smart growth and a complete transportation system for our state." What do you think? 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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Fwd: new white paper
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Sep '12

10 Sep '12

FYI, legislation recommendations sent to Connecting Communities Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Date: September 10, 2012 7:47:14 PM EDT > To: Kasey Russell <russell.kasey(a)gmail.com> > Cc: Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Dennis A Strawn <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, Gary Zuckett <garyz(a)wvcag.org>, John Manchester <jmanchester(a)lewisburg-wv.com>, Patrick Donovan <pdonovan(a)njrati.org>, Patrick Donovan <Pdonovan(a)dot.state.wv.us>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Re: new white paper > > Hi Kasey, > > When we met in Morgantown on September 28, you asked me to think about a legislative agenda. Attached, please find CClegislationV06.docx: "WV Connecting Communities Legislative Agenda: > Proposed Bicycle Legislation Changes". This represents the consensus of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board. In it, we recommend that Connecting Communities work to: > Repeal WV 17C-11-5 (a) which requires bicyclists to ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable. > Repeal WV 17C-11-5 (c) which prohibits bicyclists from riding on the roadway whenever a usable path is provided adjacent to the roadway and requires bicyclists to ride on the path. > Amend WV 17C-7-3 to require motorists to pass bicyclists at a distance not less than 4-feet at a careful and prudent reduced speed. > Adopt the 2009 Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices > > The document contains rationale and substantiating data for the recommendations. > > Also, please find attached, Connecting Communities-MgtnBB.docx. This is your white paper marked up by the Morgantown Bicycle Board. Please see the changes and comments made using track changes and comments in MS Word. Mostly they make it more exact, clear and correct. Also, we suggest that the vision statement should create a clear image of the future state that we want to achieve. For example, "Our vision is people walking and bicycling to their neighborhood grocery store and kids walking and bicycling safely to school". > > We look forward to discussing these two documents with Connecting Communities members at the October 13 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 > > > > > > On Sep 10, 2012, at 11:19 AM, Kasey Russell wrote: > >> Hi Don (I cc'd everyone so that you all can see where we are with the group and get the latest Connecting Communities White Paper (attached). Today (monday, sept 10), I am meeting with Senator Plymale. Tomorrow, Gary and I are meeting with Dennis Strawn to draft the motion to approve turning WVCA into Connecting Communities.) >> Now back to Don -- I added your suggested wording to the funding line. The self-imposed tax would obviously need a lot more thought and planning before we initiated something like that. We can discuss legislative agenda at length on Oct. 13th. >> I don't really have contacts for all the folks that need to be at the meeting on the 13th. I'm hoping that people like you (and everyone on this list) will help spread the word to make sure we get the right folks there. Who are the right folks: biking, pedestrian, safe routes to schools, wellness, rails to trails, mainstreet, other???? >> I am still working on location for meeting. Any ideas? Kent Spellman with the WVHUB is looking into the Caperton Center in Bridgeport (I think). >> Thanks, kasey >> >> On Mon, Aug 27, 2012 at 12:32 AM, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net> wrote: >> Hi, Kasey – Thanks for including me in the feedback group. >> >> >> >> I appreciate the work that you have done and I would suggest adding the words …” to supplement use of federal and state transportation funds” at the end of the third bullet from the end. I fear that by talking about going after other funds that it will release the DOH from responsibility of using core funds for in-city ped-bike projects. >> >> >> >> Also, on the last bullet, I personally do not think that it strengthens the paper by suggesting the idea of a self-imposed tax on bicyclists. If you believe that some kind of tax is essential, I think that it would be better to suggest outright that there could be a graduated excise tax on the sale of each bicycle everywhere in the state. The tax would need to be dedicated specifically to support and maintain cycling related infrastructure. Then having specific examples in each locality would seem to be important. People probably would not grumble in Morgantown if there were rail trails, signage and climbing lanes to be maintained (if the funds collected would be returned to Morgantown), but I am not sure that it would sell in a lot of communities where there is no identified “bicycle-related infrastructure” unless the funds were, again, being returned to the communities with identified “bicycle benefits” to be maintained. In Morgantown our problem with our trails is that we have to continuously repair slides and slumps – which we cannot always afford to do without state and federal support. >> >> >> >> Do you anticipate envisioning the taxing of pedestrians for sidewalks, shoulders and trails? Sidewalks are essential but so is having a funding stream dedicated to maintain the sidewalks. Would the legislation need to address some state-local partnership issues? >> >> >> >> One key issue that you mention, of course, is the state bicycle plan. What would be the state bicycle plan look like? Who would put it together? What resources and references would be used? >> >> >> >> I look forward to the next meeting. Will other specialists on bicycle/ped policy and planning be able to join us? Thanks so much for your leadership. >> >> >> >> Don >> >> >> >> >> >> >> <Connecting Communities.docx> >

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Arlington bike/walk infographic
by Chet Parsons 07 Sep '12

07 Sep '12

>From their Bike Arlington / Walk Arlington group. Wonder what it would take to get them to allow us to use it? Chet

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Quorum for tonight
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Sep '12

06 Sep '12

Bicycle Board Members, Six members have notified me that they won't attend tonight's meeting. We'll still have 7, a quorum if the following show up Gmeindl, Graber, Liebig, Newcome, Rosenbaum, Walker, Wamsley. Derek submitted several ideas of things he wants to work on so here's an updated list of what will be on the flip charts at the start of tonight's meeting. Leader Item Helpers Bike racks at schools Alice Bicycle safety programs at schools Alice Colin Create single track trails in the City Derek Update our BikeMorgantown.com website to an ArcGIS Explorer Online platform. Can show benefits at next meeting or through sharing link, if interested. Derek Compete bike parking site location data collection along with photos Derek With bike parking data, complete analysis of parking gaps in Morgantown Derek Revisit SLMs and Share the road sign mapping to make sure still current and available. Derek BB to Consider placing proposed bike facilities (SLMs, signs, bike lanes, bike parking, trails, etc) on bikeMorgantown.com. Could come from existing bike plan GIS files or new identified wants Derek Request for other BB members to suggest what they'd like to see the GIS team to consider. Chet said he'd help on any GIS work. See you tonight! Frank

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SRTS webinar today at 2
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Sep '12

06 Sep '12

Engaging Policymakers: How Site Visits and Events Can Inspire Policy Change to Support Your Program Registation: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5053583384676796928

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Matt Watson presents tonight 6:30 Suncrest Middle School
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Sep '12

05 Sep '12

Bicycle Board Members, This is a reminder that Matthew Watson will be presenting tonight at 6:30 pm to the Suncrest Middle School Parent Teacher Group his petition to have a bicycle rack installed at the school. It would be good if some BB members were there... and very cool if they showed up on bikes and locked them to appropriate facilities:) Frank

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Fwd: Webinar recording and slides now available: "Navigating MAP-21: The Safe Routes to School Edition".
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Aug '12

30 Aug '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Kathy Cooke <kathy(a)saferoutespartnership.org> > Date: August 30, 2012 12:09:38 PM EDT > To: Kathy Cooke <kathy(a)saferoutespartnership.org>, Robert Ping <robert(a)saferoutespartnership.org>, Margo Pedroso <margo(a)saferoutespartnership.org> > Bcc: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com > Subject: Webinar recording and slides now available: "Navigating MAP-21: The Safe Routes to School Edition". > > Greetings, > > Thank you for attending our webinar this past Monday, August 27, 2012 on "Navigating MAP-21: The Safe Routes to School Edition". > > You can now access a recording and 2 sets of slides by our presenters, Margo Pedroso and Robert Ping, here. > > > Please remember to join us next Thursday, September 6, at 2pm ET for another free webinar: > > "Engaging Policymakers: How Site Visits and Events Can Inspire Policy Change to Support Your Program". > > Register here. > > > Best regards, > Kathy Cooke > -- > > > > Kathy Cooke > Network Coordinator > Safe Routes to School National Partnership > ______________________ > > 503/281-4930 > kathy(a)saferoutespartnership.org > www.saferoutespartnership.org > Portland, Oregon > ______________________ > > Become our fan on Facebook > Follow us on Twitter > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] BB meeting Thursday next week
by Colin Dierman 29 Aug '12

29 Aug '12

Hey Frank, I'll be on vaca next week and won't be at the meeting. In the Bicycle Friendly City application there was question as to what we may have as far as singletrack trails. I would like to put on the agenda; Creating trails in the city. There are a number of grants that are available for this to happen and the outcome i would like to see is that the bike board supports this. I know that this can help encourage younger people to ride bicycles and develop riding skills. I am interested in leading this process and have been told by other members that they would be willing to help as they can. Thanks, colin -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 8/28/2012 4:35:20 PM To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Cc: "Eric Henrickson" <moxiemeister(a)hotmail.com>, "Emily Vasile" <emilyvasile(a)gmail.com> Subject: [Bikeboard] BB meeting Thursday next week Bicycle Board Members, Since we have a holiday weekend coming up, I thought I'd get an early start on this. Please find attached a suggested agenda for next week's Thursday (9/6) BB meeting. Please come prepared to say what you want to do in the next 12 months to accomplish the BB's mission. (See procedural guidelines at http://bikemorgantown.com/Docs/2011.07.12_Bicycle_Board_Procedural_Guidelin… ) I'll bring flip charts and record what you say you want to do. Then, you can ask for help and I'll record on the flip chart names of members that say they'll help you. If you want to add anything to the agenda, please reply-to-all with your topic, the desired outcome of addressing it and the amount of time you'll need. Off the top of my head, following are some things that will need to be done in the next 12 months. Conduct annual Bicycle Plan progress review (October) Get money to implement the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan Review current placement of 2 Bicycle Friendly Community road signs and arrange installation of the remaining 10 signs Replace 2 departed League Cycling Instructors Fill BB membership vacancies Continue to improve the bike route (http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php) Establish bicycling education program and bicycle club at Suncrest Middle School Represent the BB on the nascent Connecting Communities coalition The meeting will start promptly at 6:30 pm. If we do not have a quorum at 6:30 pm, I will cancel the meeting. If you will not be there at 6:30 pm, please reply ASAP so I can inform the Board in advance if we're not going to have a quorum. Enjoy the long weekend! 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.org http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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BB meeting Thursday next week
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Aug '12

28 Aug '12

Bicycle Board Members, Since we have a holiday weekend coming up, I thought I'd get an early start on this. Please find attached a suggested agenda for next week's Thursday (9/6) BB meeting. Please come prepared to say what you want to do in the next 12 months to accomplish the BB's mission. (See procedural guidelines at http://bikemorgantown.com/Docs/2011.07.12_Bicycle_Board_Procedural_Guidelin… ) I'll bring flip charts and record what you say you want to do. Then, you can ask for help and I'll record on the flip chart names of members that say they'll help you. If you want to add anything to the agenda, please reply-to-all with your topic, the desired outcome of addressing it and the amount of time you'll need. Off the top of my head, following are some things that will need to be done in the next 12 months. Conduct annual Bicycle Plan progress review (October) Get money to implement the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan Review current placement of 2 Bicycle Friendly Community road signs and arrange installation of the remaining 10 signs Replace 2 departed League Cycling Instructors Fill BB membership vacancies Continue to improve the bike route (http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php) Establish bicycling education program and bicycle club at Suncrest Middle School Represent the BB on the nascent Connecting Communities coalition The meeting will start promptly at 6:30 pm. If we do not have a quorum at 6:30 pm, I will cancel the meeting. If you will not be there at 6:30 pm, please reply ASAP so I can inform the Board in advance if we're not going to have a quorum. Enjoy the long weekend! 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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SRTS MAP-21 $ webinar at 2
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Aug '12

27 Aug '12

Bicycle Board Members, Today at 2 pm, there's a webinar on getting MAP-21 funding for Safe Routes To Schools. Since this is a top priority BB project, I highly encourage us to learn about how to get this money and then to follow-up with action. Info: http://www.advocacyadvance.org/MAP21#webinars Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/930589602532147968 Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Rack at Suncrest Middle School
by director 24 Aug '12

24 Aug '12

Mr. Watson, Positive Spin has a bike rack that we can donate if you have a way to come pick it up at Marilla Park. Please call me at the nuimber below if you are interested. My daughter attended school at Suncrest, I would very much like to see that be a leading school for bringing back biking and walking. Mr. Napolio was very receptive to the idea when we approached him back then as long as we could provide some assurance of better safety education. I would suggest getting him and maybe some of your other teachers to ride to work as a start. Thank you, Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 8/23/2012 9:02:29 AM To: "Matthew Watson" <mwlittlejeter2(a)yahoo.com> Cc: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Rack at Suncrest Middle School Mr. Watson, Thank you for contacting me about obtaining a bicycle rack for Suncrest Middle School. I am chairman of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board and our program is called Bike Morgantown. The Bicycle Board does not have a budget so we can't provide you funding for the bicycle rack. However, the following businesses which are Partners in Education with Suncrest Middle School may be able to help: • Mylan • Dynamic Physical Therapy • Centra Bank • Dan Ryan Builders. If you can't get help from your school's Partners in Education, the National Center for Safe Routes to School has a grant program that might provide a mini-grant for your bike rack. You can find information on the program at http://www.saferoutesinfo.org/funding-portal/mini-grants/previous-recipient… . Getting a SRTS mini-grant will probably take many months, though. If your Parent-Teacher-Group favors getting a bike rack, I'd also suggest that they contact Morgantown City Council for support. Last May, the Morgantown City Council unanimously adopted the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan, http://bikemorgantown.com/Plan/morgantown_bicycle_plan_v15.pdf . Establishing Safe Routes to School in Morgantown is one of the City's highest priority actions in the plan and having a secure place to store your bike when you've ridden safely to school is a logical part of that action. I've attached Bicycle Parking Guidelines that might help you select an appropriate rack. All the racks shown in the attached guidelines are for short-term outdoor parking. To protect your bikes from weather, they should be placed under a roof. The following links from the Safe Routes To Schools program in the United Kingdom also offer some good ideas: http://www.sustrans.org.uk/assets/files/Safe%20Routes/resources/infosheets/… http://www.sustrans.org.uk/assets/files/Safe%20Routes/resources/toolkit/srs… Is your presentation to your PTG at the September 4, 6:30 pm meeting? If so, a representative of the Bicycle Board will attend to support you. 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 On Aug 19, 2012, at 10:25 PM, Matthew Watson wrote: Dear Mr. Gmeindle, My name is Matthew Watson. I am an 8th grader at Suncrest Middle School here in Morgantown, WV. I have a strong interest in riding my bike to school, but my school does not have a bicycle rack for me to lock my bicycle to when I get there. I have already written a petition to have my classmates sign to show their interest in getting this bicycle rack at our school, and hope that this will show the administration the interest in getting one. To this point, my petition has approximately 70 signatures, but I am sure that I will have many more in the days to come. In fact, many students and their parents have approached me to say that they are really excited about the idea of getting a bicycle rack so that they can ride to school. I have also approached the school Parent-Teacher-Group to ask that I be allowed to talk at their next meeting about getting this bicycle rack. I have been placed on the agenda for the next meeting in early September. My father works at the Coliseum with Dr. Christiaan Abildso and was talking with him about my push to get a bicycle rack at my school. Dr. Abildso mentioned your name and the Bike Morgantown initiative. He also indicated that you might have a budget or grant program that might allow me to secure the funds to purchase a bicycle rack for my school. I would love to talk with you more about this opportunity. I am very excited about this possibility given the mission of your group as I read more about it on your website ("....advocate for the provision of bicycle travel opportunities to and from locations such as residential, employment, commercial, education, recreation and transit centers; promote the development of safe bicycle routes to schools;"). Based upon what I have read, I feel as if your group is the perfect group for me to ask for help from. If you are unable to help me, do you have any ideas where I might go for help? Thank you very much for any help that you might be able to give me. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future. You may contact me at this e-mail address, or call my father on his cell phone at 304-692-1454 Sincerely, Matthew Watson _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.org http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Rack at Suncrest Middle School
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Aug '12

23 Aug '12

Mr. Watson, Thank you for contacting me about obtaining a bicycle rack for Suncrest Middle School. I am chairman of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board and our program is called Bike Morgantown. The Bicycle Board does not have a budget so we can't provide you funding for the bicycle rack. However, the following businesses which are Partners in Education with Suncrest Middle School may be able to help: • Mylan • Dynamic Physical Therapy • Centra Bank • Dan Ryan Builders. If you can't get help from your school's Partners in Education, the National Center for Safe Routes to School has a grant program that might provide a mini-grant for your bike rack. You can find information on the program at http://www.saferoutesinfo.org/funding-portal/mini-grants/previous-recipient… . Getting a SRTS mini-grant will probably take many months, though. If your Parent-Teacher-Group favors getting a bike rack, I'd also suggest that they contact Morgantown City Council for support. Last May, the Morgantown City Council unanimously adopted the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan, http://bikemorgantown.com/Plan/morgantown_bicycle_plan_v15.pdf . Establishing Safe Routes to School in Morgantown is one of the City's highest priority actions in the plan and having a secure place to store your bike when you've ridden safely to school is a logical part of that action. I've attached Bicycle Parking Guidelines that might help you select an appropriate rack. All the racks shown in the attached guidelines are for short-term outdoor parking. To protect your bikes from weather, they should be placed under a roof. The following links from the Safe Routes To Schools program in the United Kingdom also offer some good ideas: http://www.sustrans.org.uk/assets/files/Safe%20Routes/resources/infosheets/… http://www.sustrans.org.uk/assets/files/Safe%20Routes/resources/toolkit/srs… Is your presentation to your PTG at the September 4, 6:30 pm meeting? If so, a representative of the Bicycle Board will attend to support you. 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 On Aug 19, 2012, at 10:25 PM, Matthew Watson wrote: > Dear Mr. Gmeindle, > > My name is Matthew Watson. I am an 8th grader at Suncrest Middle School here in Morgantown, WV. I have a strong interest in riding my bike to school, but my school does not have a bicycle rack for me to lock my bicycle to when I get there. I have already written a petition to have my classmates sign to show their interest in getting this bicycle rack at our school, and hope that this will show the administration the interest in getting one. To this point, my petition has approximately 70 signatures, but I am sure that I will have many more in the days to come. In fact, many students and their parents have approached me to say that they are really excited about the idea of getting a bicycle rack so that they can ride to school. I have also approached the school Parent-Teacher-Group to ask that I be allowed to talk at their next meeting about getting this bicycle rack. I have been placed on the agenda for the next meeting in early September. > > My father works at the Coliseum with Dr. Christiaan Abildso and was talking with him about my push to get a bicycle rack at my school. Dr. Abildso mentioned your name and the Bike Morgantown initiative. He also indicated that you might have a budget or grant program that might allow me to secure the funds to purchase a bicycle rack for my school. I would love to talk with you more about this opportunity. I am very excited about this possibility given the mission of your group as I read more about it on your website ("....advocate for the provision of bicycle travel opportunities to and from locations such as residential, employment, commercial, education, recreation and transit centers; promote the development of safe bicycle routes to schools;"). Based upon what I have read, I feel as if your group is the perfect group for me to ask for help from. If you are unable to help me, do you have any ideas where I might go for help? > > Thank you very much for any help that you might be able to give me. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future. You may contact me at this e-mail address, or call my father on his cell phone at 304-692-1454 > > Sincerely, > > Matthew Watson

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bike Rack at Suncrest Middle School
by Chip Wamsley 23 Aug '12

23 Aug '12

To All, Don't the schools have larger companies that partner with that specific school. They might want to do a bike rack as part of their partnership. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Sent 8/20/2012 9:16:45 AM To: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Cc: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bike Rack at Suncrest Middle School Frank, Maybe the Bike Board could partner with the School or the School Board and apply for a Bikes Belong grant to get bike rack for more than one school. 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 From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> To: bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com Sent: Monday, August 20, 2012 7:31:28 AM Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bike Rack at Suncrest Middle School What shall I tell Mr. Watson? Begin forwarded message: From: Matthew Watson <mwlittlejeter2(a)yahoo.com> Date: August 19, 2012 10:25:07 PM EDT To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Subject: Bike Rack at Suncrest Middle School Reply-To: Matthew Watson <mwlittlejeter2(a)yahoo.com> Dear Mr. Gmeindle, My name is Matthew Watson. I am an 8th grader at Suncrest Middle School here in Morgantown, WV. I have a strong interest in riding my bike to school, but my school does not have a bicycle rack for me to lock my bicycle to when I get there. I have already written a petition to have my classmates sign to show their interest in getting this bicycle rack at our school, and hope that this will show the administration the interest in getting one. To this point, my petition has approximately 70 signatures, but I am sure that I will have many more in the days to come. In fact, many students and their parents have approached me to say that they are really excited about the idea of getting a bicycle rack so that they can ride to school. I have also approached the school Parent-Teacher-Group to ask that I be allowed to talk at their next meeting about getting this bicycle rack. I have been placed on the agenda for the next meeting in early September. My father works at the Coliseum with Dr. Christiaan Abildso and was talking with him about my push to get a bicycle rack at my school. Dr. Abildso mentioned your name and the Bike Morgantown initiative. He also indicated that you might have a budget or grant program that might allow me to secure the funds to purchase a bicycle rack for my school. I would love to talk with you more about this opportunity. I am very excited about this possibility given the mission of your group as I read more about it on your website ("....advocate for the provision of bicycle travel opportunities to and from locations such as residential, employment, commercial, education, recreation and transit centers; promote the development of safe bicycle routes to schools;"). Based upon what I have read, I feel as if your group is the perfect group for me to ask for help from. If you are unable to help me, do you have any ideas where I might go for help? Thank you very much for any help that you might be able to give me. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future. You may contact me at this e-mail address, or call my father on his cell phone at 304-692-1454 Sincerely, Matthew Watson _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.org http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.org http://wvcompletestreets.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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AASHTO Webinar starts at 2 pm
by Frank Gmeindl 22 Aug '12

22 Aug '12

http://www.planning.org/calendar/event.htm?EventID=21072 This is part 2 of the 7 part webinar on the new AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities. It begins at 2 pm today. Frank

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Fwd: Bike Rack at Suncrest Middle School
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Aug '12

20 Aug '12

What shall I tell Mr. Watson? Begin forwarded message: > From: Matthew Watson <mwlittlejeter2(a)yahoo.com> > Date: August 19, 2012 10:25:07 PM EDT > To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Bike Rack at Suncrest Middle School > Reply-To: Matthew Watson <mwlittlejeter2(a)yahoo.com> > > Dear Mr. Gmeindle, > > My name is Matthew Watson. I am an 8th grader at Suncrest Middle School here in Morgantown, WV. I have a strong interest in riding my bike to school, but my school does not have a bicycle rack for me to lock my bicycle to when I get there. I have already written a petition to have my classmates sign to show their interest in getting this bicycle rack at our school, and hope that this will show the administration the interest in getting one. To this point, my petition has approximately 70 signatures, but I am sure that I will have many more in the days to come. In fact, many students and their parents have approached me to say that they are really excited about the idea of getting a bicycle rack so that they can ride to school. I have also approached the school Parent-Teacher-Group to ask that I be allowed to talk at their next meeting about getting this bicycle rack. I have been placed on the agenda for the next meeting in early September. > > My father works at the Coliseum with Dr. Christiaan Abildso and was talking with him about my push to get a bicycle rack at my school. Dr. Abildso mentioned your name and the Bike Morgantown initiative. He also indicated that you might have a budget or grant program that might allow me to secure the funds to purchase a bicycle rack for my school. I would love to talk with you more about this opportunity. I am very excited about this possibility given the mission of your group as I read more about it on your website ("....advocate for the provision of bicycle travel opportunities to and from locations such as residential, employment, commercial, education, recreation and transit centers; promote the development of safe bicycle routes to schools;"). Based upon what I have read, I feel as if your group is the perfect group for me to ask for help from. If you are unable to help me, do you have any ideas where I might go for help? > > Thank you very much for any help that you might be able to give me. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future. You may contact me at this e-mail address, or call my father on his cell phone at 304-692-1454 > > Sincerely, > > Matthew Watson

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IMPORTANT: Domain change BikeBoard list
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 17 Aug '12

17 Aug '12

Everyone, Good news! The domain name for the Bicycle Board email list is changing to bikemorgantown.com. This change will occur Friday morning between 12:00 a.m - 6:00 a.m. I will send another message to this list to alert you when the change is complete. Until Friday morning you may continue to send emails to bikeboard(a)cheat.org, but after the change you will need to send emails to bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com . Again, bikeboard(a)cheat.org is changing to bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com! Also, I am phasing out my freesource(a)cheat.org address. Please remove it from your address book and change it to Jonathan Rosenbaum <jr(a)wvcompletestreets.org> . Thanks! -Jonathan p.s. I count the word "change" 7 times in the body of this message. That's a lot of change. 8 times! :)

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IMPORTANT: Domain change implemented
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 17 Aug '12

17 Aug '12

The domain change has been implemented for this email list. To send email to the BikeBoard email list, you must now send it to bikeboard(a)bikemorgantown.com . -Jonathan

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AASHTO webinar
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 10 Aug '12

10 Aug '12

Emily Vasile wants to share with the Bicycle Board an upcoming AASHTO webinar on August 22, 2 - 3 PM: http://www.planning.org/calendar/event.htm?EventID=21072 -Jonathan

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Fwd: Pedestrian & Cyclist-Motor Vehicle crashes, WV 2000-2006
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Aug '12

08 Aug '12

Some interesting stats: Mon County ranks 5th in the state in ped-MV crashes but 24th in bicycle-MV crashes. You can see and hear the presentation at the next Traffic Commission meeting. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: August 8, 2012 3:04:12 PM EDT > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dan Harris <harrisda(a)wvuhealthcare.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Debbie Cain <dcain(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Michael Graham <mwgraham11(a)gmail.com>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Courtney Pawlak <cpawlak(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Danielle Williams <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Maria Brann <Maria.Brann(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Melody Thomas <mthoma29(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <director(a)positivespin.org>, Ron Bane <citycouncilward1(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Pedestrian & Cyclist-Motor Vehicle crashes, WV 2000-2006 > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > There was some interest expressed in the final product of Courtney Pawlak's MPH internship. Please find attached a PDF of the poster she presented re: statewide crash data and an excel table with county-specific rates of pedestrian-motor vehicle crashes, cyclist-motor vehicle crashes, and combined - all per 100,000 residents. > > Nugget: estimated $1.07 BILLION in costs related to ped/cyclist-vehicle crash injuries & fatalities in the 7 years of data statewide (~$150 million per year on average). > For data heads: statewide - roughly 20.6 crashes per 100,000 residents using a 5 year moving average from 2000-2005 (5.5 cyclist & 15.1 pedestrian) > For morbid types: there were 206 fatalities over the 7 years (~30 per year) > For senior citizens: 47 of the 206 fatalities were aged 60+ > For parents: 32 of the 206 fatalities were <16 years old > For Mon County residents: 5th highest ped-bike rate of 40.7 crashes per 100,000 residents (5.2 cyclist & 35.5 ped- per 100,000 residents) > > Courtney is preparing a final report that we anticipate sharing with the WV AARP for those with interest. > > Because the Pedestrian Safety Board will NOT likely meet in September (Bill & I will both be traveling), I have asked Courtney to present to the Traffic Commission directly and encourage our members to attend that meeting. We could fairly easily drill down to Morgantown specific numbers, including corridors, fatality rates, etc. > > Damien - please add a presentation by Courtney to the September TC agenda and confirm to all that the meeting will be 6:30 on Sept 5th in Council chambers. > Thank you, > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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Last night's BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Aug '12

03 Aug '12

Bill Austin, Damien Davis, Nick Hein, Emily Vasil, Frank Gmeindl, Marilyn Newcome, Chet Parsons, Jonathan Rosenbaum, Derek Springston and Chip Wamsley arranged their day and managed their time yesterday to attend the Bicycle Board meeting which began at 6:30 pm. Several days prior to the meeting, Alice Vernon and Traci Liebig notified the chairman that they would not be attending. At 6:36 pm, I cancelled the meeting because we did not have a quorum, i.e. we had less than 50% of the voting members. 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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BB members ride
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Aug '12

02 Aug '12

Roy, At last night's TC meeting, I stated that most BB members don't ride bicycles. I was wrong. Of the current 13 active members, 11 ride regularly. At tonight's meeting, I will follow up on your suggestion that we all go for a ride together. Thanks. 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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News
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Aug '12

01 Aug '12

Last night, gunnar presented the unicycle report to City Council. They seemed to agree with it but because it hadn't been run by the Traffic Commission yet, they sent it back to the TC. Tonight I presented it to the TC and they voted to accept it and to recommend to City Council that they take no action on unicycles. The Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan requires quarterly progress reports. Since Council adopted the plan May 1, this first report is due today. At tonight's TC meeting, I reminded the TC of this and requested that the TC take appropriate action to get it. The TC chair, Roy Nutter agreed to write a message to the City Manager reminding him that the report is due. I also requested that the police include in the report the number of motorist-bicyclist rights and duties cards they've distributed to motorists and to bicyclists and why they gave them. The City Engineer's office (Damien) reported; 1. The Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane won't be installed until October at the earliest. 2. Two bicycle friendly community signs have been erected: one on Mon Blvd. by the Coliseum and one on South University Av. by Aldi's. He has 10 more signs. While we recommended 6 locations, the two signs erected are not at the exact locations that we recommended. WVDOH didn't like 3 of our locations and will not put signs there. 3. Walgreen's and WVDOH will install additional signs to keep motorists who are exiting Walgreen's onto Green Bag Rd. from running over bicyclists and pedestrians who are in the crosswalk on the Decker's Creek trail. See you tomorrow night. Please remember to come prepared to say what you want to do in the next 12 months to accomplish the BB's mission. Frank P.S. Enforcement action #7 and Evaluation action #2 state: “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.”

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BB meeting this Thursday
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Jul '12

29 Jul '12

Bicycle Board Members, For this Thursday's meeting, please come prepared to say what you want to do in the next 12 months to accomplish the BB's mission. (See procedural guidelines at http://bikemorgantown.com/Docs/2011.07.12_Bicycle_Board_Procedural_Guidelin… ) I'll bring flip charts and record what you say you want to do. Then, you can ask for help and I'll record names of members that say they'll help you. This will probably take up the whole meeting so I'm not sending the usual agenda. If we have time, here are some other things you might want to discuss: Bicycle Friendly Community road signs Grants for bicycle plan implementation Bicycle Plan annual review Bicyclist-Motorists rights and duties cards Unicycles The future of Positive Spin If you have any other items to discuss, please reply-all with them. The meeting begins at 6:30 pm in the Public Safety Center Conference Room. Frank Lead, follow or get out of the way - Thomas Paine

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Unicycles (was July Traffic Commission Meeting)
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Jul '12

28 Jul '12

Roy, FYI, Terrence has forwarded the Bicycle Board Unicycle Committee's draft unicycle report to City Council and Council will discuss it at next Tuesday's Committee of the Whole meeting. (See agenda at http://www.morgantownwv.gov/wp-content/uploads/07-31-12_COW.pdf. The unicycle report is part of the agenda packet.) As you know, the Traffic Commission requested the Bicycle Board to review the unicycle issue and to provide recommendations to the Traffic Commission. Since the Bicycle Board has not met since May and the Traffic Commission did not meet in July while Terrence had promised Council in June that the Bicycle Board's recommendation would be presented at the July 31 COW, we are assuming (hoping) that the Bicycle Board and Traffic Commission would have approved the report as submitted to Terrence. Frank On Jun 29, 2012, at 7:40 PM, Roy Nutter wrote: > e-mail a DRAFT to the city manager. Explain that a final report will be submitted to the TC at its August meeting because of no meeting scheduled in July....Roy > > >>>> Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> 6/29/2012 4:59 PM >>> > Roy, > > The City Manager promised City Council that at the July 31 COW meeting, the Bicycle Board would provide recommendations on the unicycle issue. (See http://www.morgantown.com/manager-weekly-newsletters/2012/06-08-12-City_Cou…) > > Since the Traffic Commission will not meet until August, how would you recommend we handle this? > > > 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 > > > > On Jun 29, 2012, at 8:47 AM, Damien Davis wrote: > >> All, >> >> The July Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for the 4th is canceled. We will meeting again August 1st. Enjoy your holiday. >> >> 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: Fwd: Positive Spin
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Jul '12

27 Jul '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Alice Vernon <vernon.mail(a)gmail.com> > Date: July 27, 2012 11:31:48 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Positive Spin > > Sounds like a good idea to me. > Alice > > On Fri, Jul 27, 2012 at 5:09 AM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> Bicycle Board Members, >> >> A local bicyclist who wishes to remain anonymous observed to me that >> regarding Positive Spin, he thinks Mark Wise has someone who is willing to >> do bicycle mechanical work, but there still needs to be some administrative >> oversight of the PS center. He suggests that the Bicycle Board establish a >> committee of three persons to run the center, communicate with the public >> and BOPARC, supervise the work of the mechanic and have the center generally >> overseen as an education and resource center of the BB. Perhaps the >> committee of three could be non-BB members recruited for that purpose. >> Perhaps the BB could ask the city for an extra $5 grand to operate the >> structure and to pay the rent to BOPARC. He believes that BOPARC might >> support you on that. The “rent” is $200 a month. The rest of the cash could >> be used for operation expenses, education of school kids, etc. The Positive >> Spin has made unique significant contributions doing some bike education and >> bike distribution in the area, and it would be unfortunate to let its >> marketing and reputation for success completely die. Even if the PS center >> could just be open for sales and swaps on Saturday mornings but hold >> periodic classes and special events after school and on weekday evenings. >> Perhaps the BB could even install a black board and hold a couple of its >> meetings each year at the center. >> >> Frank >> >> >> On Jul 16, 2012, at 10:33 PM, director wrote: >> >> Butch, Frank, Marc et al, >> Positive Spin has always netted some income at the end each year, primarily >> from the sale of recycled bikes. This is only because our overhead is quite >> low. I'll be happy to give a financial summary if interested parties can >> get together as group so I only have to do it once. This year, which is our >> best ever, we have grossed about $16000 up to now - as much as we have ever >> made in an entire year. I'm in the process of getting together monthly >> reports for this year but an average month has about $1000 expenses. We do >> a lot of unpaid activities like Toy Drive, Bikes for the World (overseas) >> that serve to clear out our otherwise unusable inventory. If you advertised >> through the Bike League or Alliance for Biking and Walking I'm sure you >> could find someone much better trained and experienced for the job. If they >> could add kids' "cycling skills" classes, mechanic training, camps, etc. >> they could bring in additional net income - probably enough to pay them a >> living wage. >> >> Currently I plan to close the doors Aug. 1 but if there is enough interest >> in keeping things going I'll hold off the fire sale until someone has been >> appointed to pay the bills. There are several volunteers who are not in >> this social circle who would like to continue volunteering in non-leadership >> roles. Jen Previll - data entry, showroom help. Ken Rice, Bill Jones - >> repair, freakbikes, showroom help. Joe Sallmen-repair, shop help. Danielle >> Williams and Derek Springston have expressed keen interest in keeping things >> going in some way. My suggestion to Marc was that the mission be scaled >> back from sustainable transportation to bike recycling/bike-ped education. >> This would drop the advocacy and infrastructure aspects, as well as >> transit/carpool travel modes. >> >> It's late and I'm tired, so that's all the coherent stuff I can contribute >> at the moment. I'm anxious to see new leadership emerge to continue filling >> this important niche of getting bikes that wouldn't get used otherwise to >> people who wouldn't be able to get one otherwise. And training them to use >> them safely and enjoyably. Thanks to all of you, for all you've done so far >> and for the kind words of grattitude. The best thanks, though, will be to >> see what I've started continue after I'm gone. >> Nick >> >> Nick Hein LCI# 1705 >> Director, Positive Spin >> 803 East Brockway Ave >> Morgantown, WV >> ph 304-276-0213 >> >> >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: "Graber, Stephen" <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> >> Sent 7/16/2012 9:57:26 PM >> To: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Bicycle Board" >> <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> >> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Positive Spin >> >> Was Nick able to derive any income at all from Positive Spin? If so perhaps >> it could be "sold" (I know it's a non-profit) to some like-minded individual >> and perhaps the BB could help BoParc advertise and interview candidates. >> With the right person and possibly help from the City and/or BoParc I would >> think the operation might continue almost as is while providing just enough >> income to support a "director" that would manage things and oversee whatever >> volunteers are manning the place now. Doubtful anyone will ever give quite >> as much as Nick but perhaps they could come close enough to keep Positive >> Spin spinning. >> 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)cheat.org [bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org] On Behalf Of >> Frank Gmeindl [fgmeindl(a)gmail.com] >> Sent: Monday, July 16, 2012 6:35 PM >> To: Bicycle Board >> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Positive Spin >> >> Bicycle Board Members, >> >> Please reply-to-all at your earliest convenience with your thoughts or >> recommendations for a response to Mark. He is director of BOPARC. >> >> 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: "Mark Wise" <mwise(a)boparc.org> >> Date: July 16, 2012 3:05:47 PM EDT >> To: <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> >> >> Frank, I was hoping to speak to the Bike Board about a concern I have >> related to Bike activities in our community. As you may know Nick Hein of >> Positive Spin is leaving the area. He has been a vital part of the Positive >> Spin operation. He has approached BOPARC about continuing the services that >> Positive Spin provided. We do not have the staffing or expertise to do this >> but think that it is an important service to offer our community. Do you >> have any thoughts on how we could integrate the Positive Spin operation >> under the Bike Board and BOPARC’s umbrella of responsibility? I know we >> cannot do this alone. Any thoughts? Mark Wise mwise(a)boparc.org >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Positive Spin
by director 27 Jul '12

27 Jul '12

Butch, Frank, Marc et al, Positive Spin has always netted some income at the end each year, primarily from the sale of recycled bikes. This is only because our overhead is quite low. I'll be happy to give a financial summary if interested parties can get together as group so I only have to do it once. This year, which is our best ever, we have grossed about $16000 up to now - as much as we have ever made in an entire year. I'm in the process of getting together monthly reports for this year but an average month has about $1000 expenses. We do a lot of unpaid activities like Toy Drive, Bikes for the World (overseas) that serve to clear out our otherwise unusable inventory. If you advertised through the Bike League or Alliance for Biking and Walking I'm sure you could find someone much better trained and experienced for the job. If they could add kids' "cycling skills" classes, mechanic training, camps, etc. they could bring in additional net income - probably enough to pay them a living wage. Currently I plan to close the doors Aug. 1 but if there is enough interest in keeping things going I'll hold off the fire sale until someone has been appointed to pay the bills. There are several volunteers who are not in this social circle who would like to continue volunteering in non-leadership roles. Jen Previll - data entry, showroom help. Ken Rice, Bill Jones - repair, freakbikes, showroom help. Joe Sallmen-repair, shop help. Danielle Williams and Derek Springston have expressed keen interest in keeping things going in some way. My suggestion to Marc was that the mission be scaled back from sustainable transportation to bike recycling/bike-ped education. This would drop the advocacy and infrastructure aspects, as well as transit/carpool travel modes. It's late and I'm tired, so that's all the coherent stuff I can contribute at the moment. I'm anxious to see new leadership emerge to continue filling this important niche of getting bikes that wouldn't get used otherwise to people who wouldn't be able to get one otherwise. And training them to use them safely and enjoyably. Thanks to all of you, for all you've done so far and for the kind words of grattitude. The best thanks, though, will be to see what I've started continue after I'm gone. Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Graber, Stephen" <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> Sent 7/16/2012 9:57:26 PM To: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Positive Spin Was Nick able to derive any income at all from Positive Spin? If so perhaps it could be "sold" (I know it's a non-profit) to some like-minded individual and perhaps the BB could help BoParc advertise and interview candidates. With the right person and possibly help from the City and/or BoParc I would think the operation might continue almost as is while providing just enough income to support a "director" that would manage things and oversee whatever volunteers are manning the place now. Doubtful anyone will ever give quite as much as Nick but perhaps they could come close enough to keep Positive Spin spinning. 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)cheat.org [bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org] On Behalf Of Frank Gmeindl [fgmeindl(a)gmail.com] Sent: Monday, July 16, 2012 6:35 PM To: Bicycle Board Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Positive Spin Bicycle Board Members, Please reply-to-all at your earliest convenience with your thoughts or recommendations for a response to Mark. He is director of BOPARC. 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: "Mark Wise" <mwise(a)boparc.org> Date: July 16, 2012 3:05:47 PM EDT To: <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Frank, I was hoping to speak to the Bike Board about a concern I have related to Bike activities in our community. As you may know Nick Hein of Positive Spin is leaving the area. He has been a vital part of the Positive Spin operation. He has approached BOPARC about continuing the services that Positive Spin provided. We do not have the staffing or expertise to do this but think that it is an important service to offer our community. Do you have any thoughts on how we could integrate the Positive Spin operation under the Bike Board and BOPARC’s umbrella of responsibility? I know we cannot do this alone. Any thoughts? Mark Wise mwise(a)boparc.org _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Could we do something like this?
by director 26 Jul '12

26 Jul '12

How about putting "Welcome to Bike Friendly Morgantown" on the old Whitetail rooftop sign?? http://www.treehugger.com/bikes/4-story-portland-mural-welcomes-you-america… Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Re: [Bikeboard] August TC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Jul '12

25 Jul '12

Damien, Please find the Bicycle Board report to the Traffic Commission at https://www.dropbox.com/s/3h7i1jy6cermyve/20120801Report_to_TC.doc. Could you please also arrange to have the appropriate individuals answer the following questions at the meeting? Police: How many rights and duties information cards have been distributed to motorists and to bicyclists by month. If possible, include circumstances in which cards were distributed, e.g. given to motorist for passing a cyclist too close; given to bicyclist for failure to stop at a stop sign, etc.? City Engineer: What are the status and plans for Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane? City Engineer: What are the status and plans for Bicycle Friendly Community road signs? For signs that have been erected, please include location and if convenient, latitude and longitude in addition to roadway name and nearest crossroad. City Engineer: What are the status and plans for Walgreen's Sabraton egress and protection of cyclists crossing Green Bag Rd.? City Engineer: What has the City done to implement the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan since City Council adopted it May 1? 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 On Jul 24, 2012, at 9:23 AM, Damien Davis wrote: > All, > > Please send me your agenda items for the August meeting by the end of the day tomorrow. I'll will be sending it out on Friday. 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: August TC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Jul '12

25 Jul '12

Derek, Thanks for the feedback. Please see my responses in-line below. Frank On Jul 24, 2012, at 1:49 PM, Derek Springston wrote: > Frank, > For the question below about the BFC Signs, if we provided the recommended locations map, can we more specifically ask for what locations were installed. Will do although I won't be surprised if WVDOH didn't record lat long when they installed them. > > In the TC report, I glanced over it and it looked fine to me with these exceptions: > Can we format the table so it's all on one page? Thanks for prompting me to look at it again. Apparently, viewing it in Dropbox without downloading it somewhat corrupts it. I'll remind Damien to download it when he preps it for distribution to the TC. The table may still run over multiple pages though. > > The Cyclist Police Information Card might be a little better if we: > -included a qualifier about kids being allowed to ride on sidewalks > -use an effective white front headlight and red rear reflector.... (is the red rear reflector, just a reflector and not a light?) §17C-11-7. Lamps and other equipment on bicycles. (a) Every bicycle when in use at nighttime shall be equipped with a lamp on the front which shall emit a white light visible from a distance of at least five hundred feet to the front and with a red reflector on the rear of a type approved by the department which shall be visible from all distances from fifty feet to three hundred feet to the rear when directly in front of lawful upper beams of head lamps on a motor vehicle. A lamp emitting a red light visible from a distance of five hundred feet to the rear may be used in addition to the red reflector.) > - I realize this doesn't necessarily affect this email and that comments for this are waaaaay past due, but noticed it and thought I'd go ahead and put it on record even if it doesn't get added or changed later. This is also assuming they are valuable comments! :) Man, you're sure right there. We worked this over quite a bit on the BB to come to what we have and I don't want to change it now that the TC and CC have reviewed it. I know at least Councilman Wes Nugent wants to make some changes to it so I propose we go with the flow. (Actually, I have a problem with the card saying motorists must leave 3-feet when they pass. That's not the law in WV.) > > > That's all I saw... > ~Derek > > > On Tue, Jul 24, 2012 at 11:12 AM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Bicycle Board Members, > > Please reply before noon tomorrow (Wednesday). > > Please find the Traffic Commission at https://www.dropbox.com/s/3h7i1jy6cermyve/20120801Report_to_TC.doc. Let me know if you want any changes. > > When I submit the report to Damien, I plan to ask him to include in the TC agenda the following requests: > > Police: How many rights and duties information cards have been distributed to motorists and to bicyclists by month. If possible, include circumstances in which cards were distributed, e.g. given to motorist for passing a cyclist too close; given to bicyclist for failure to stop at a stop sign? > City Engineer: What are the status and plans for Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane? (I thought this was going to be installed in July.) > City Engineer: What are the status and plans for Bicycle Friendly Community road signs? (I think they're up but I don't know how many or where.) > City Engineer: What are the status and plans Walgreen's Sabraton egress and protection of cyclists crossing Green Bag Rd.? > City Engineer: What has the City done to implement the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan since City Council adopted it May 1? > > > 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: July 24, 2012 9:23:14 AM EDT >> To: 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>, Andrea Soccorsi <Andrea.Soccorsi(a)Mail.WVU.edu>, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ken Martis <kmartis(a)wvu.edu>, Margaret Roberts <Margaretormike(a)aol.com>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >> Subject: August TC Meeting >> Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org >> >> All, >> >> Please send me your agenda items for the August meeting by the end of the day tomorrow. I'll will be sending it out on Friday. 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)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 >

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Fwd: August TC Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Jul '12

25 Jul '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please reply before noon tomorrow (Wednesday). Please find the Traffic Commission at https://www.dropbox.com/s/3h7i1jy6cermyve/20120801Report_to_TC.doc. Let me know if you want any changes. When I submit the report to Damien, I plan to ask him to include in the TC agenda the following requests: Police: How many rights and duties information cards have been distributed to motorists and to bicyclists by month. If possible, include circumstances in which cards were distributed, e.g. given to motorist for passing a cyclist too close; given to bicyclist for failure to stop at a stop sign? City Engineer: What are the status and plans for Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane? (I thought this was going to be installed in July.) City Engineer: What are the status and plans for Bicycle Friendly Community road signs? (I think they're up but I don't know how many or where.) City Engineer: What are the status and plans Walgreen's Sabraton egress and protection of cyclists crossing Green Bag Rd.? City Engineer: What has the City done to implement the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan since City Council adopted it May 1? 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: July 24, 2012 9:23:14 AM EDT > To: 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>, Andrea Soccorsi <Andrea.Soccorsi(a)Mail.WVU.edu>, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ken Martis <kmartis(a)wvu.edu>, Margaret Roberts <Margaretormike(a)aol.com>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: August TC Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Please send me your agenda items for the August meeting by the end of the day tomorrow. I'll will be sending it out on Friday. 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] Question about Bike Trails
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Jul '12

17 Jul '12

Hi Matt, I don't think I'll be able to show you any intersections in Morgantown that are extraordinarily bicycle friendly. With our hilly terrain and no money, we've chosen to educate people to ride safely and confidently in the current situation and to educate public officials on cyclists' needs. This year, the League of American Bicyclists gave Morgantown bronze level recognition as a bicycle-friendly community primarily for our education program and secondarily for our planning. Most of the main streets in Morgantown are controlled by the state. For most of the years that LAB has been evaluating states for bicycle friendliness, WV has ranked 50. This year, it's 48. Getting the state to do anything primarily for cyclists is extremely difficult. I expect you're familiar with the 6 Es: Education, Enforcement, Engineering, Encouragement, Evaluation and Equity that LAB uses to evaluate communities. We chose to start off emphasizing education because we felt we could realize the most benefit by educating cyclists how to ride safely and confidently given the present infrastructure. We also chose to emphasize education to help City and State officials to learn how to make our community more bicycle friendly. Those of us that teach believe that if cyclists operated their bicycles as vehicles and if both cyclists and motorists obeyed traffic rules some costly infrastructure "improvements" could be unnecessary. That said, we can't expect 5-14 year olds to be competent drivers and so we must identify reasonable solutions to protect them. Our community has chosen to bus them all and/or have adults drive them to school. Creating Safe Routes to Schools is one of the top priority projects in the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan that City Council approved last May (attached). Many streets in Morgantown do not have sidewalks and so they also don't have crosswalks. We also have a Pedestrian Safety Board that has a prioritized plan for installing sidewalks and crosswalks as well as more multi-modal traffic control. However, whether children ride on sidewalks and in crosswalks or on the streets, their safety still depends on motorists paying attention, driving at appropriate speeds and not running them over: enforcement. Both local bicycling and pedestrian advocates face the same problem: a state that's motor-vehicle focused and a State and City that have little money. So far, nobody locally that I know has done a complete life-cycle economics study of bussing & driving children versus investing in infrastructure to enable them to walk or bike safely. Just getting started on that will take a major culture shift that we're just starting to talk about in our long range transportation planning (30 year horizon). Discussing such with you would probably be more pleasant on the trails but we could also discuss such on the roads accepting that we might have some distractions. Frank On Jul 17, 2012, at 2:00 PM, Matthew Boggs wrote: > Hi Frank, > > Thanks for the quick reply and great info!! We are excited to hear our road bikes should handle the nice rail trail system there. Can't wait to get pedaling there! > > We live in a town about half the size of Morgantown which is trying to take some steps to making the community more cycling friendly so we will be looking for ideas to take back home as well regarding making intersections safer for cyclists, especially children who elect to bike to school from nearby neighborhoods. Do you know of some good intersections in town we should check out for ideas to take back to our City Council? Possibly examples of signage, crosswalk markers, special stoplight programming, etc, with cyclists in mind. > > Thanks again! > > -matt > Rubber Side Down > > On Tue, Jul 17, 2012 at 12:22 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Hi Matt! > > I ride 700x 23 GP 4000's on the crushed limestone sections of the rail trail with no problem. The Monongahela River Trail, Caperton Trail and Deckers Creek Trail as well as the trail all the way to Shinnston WV is fine for our tires. The crushed limestone is small and well-packed; a little slower rolling than asphalt and a bit dustier on dry days. Approximately 10 miles of the trail within the City are asphalt and several miles of the trail in and near Fairmont are asphalt. > > We also have great road rides around here that I'd be glad to show you. > > Other bike related items: > > Morgantown has 2 excellent bike shops: Wamsley Cycles, http://www.wamsleycycles.com/ located right on the trail and Pathfinder, http://www.pathfinderwv.com/ located right in the heart of downtown. > > The local bicycles clubs, Monongalia Bicycle Club and Country Roads cyclists have regularly scheduled rides. See the Monongalia Bicycle Club calendar at https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=64i6hoaouqrdmetaeu7o1en6a0@group.… and the Country Roads Cyclists' ride list at http://www.crcyclists.org/CurrentRideSch.html . > > Both clubs have Google groups that list races and impromptu rides. See https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/monbikeclub for the Monongalia Bicycle Clubs group and https://groups.google.com/forum/?hl=en&fromgroups#!forum/CRcyclists for the Country Roads Cyclists google group. The google groups sometimes have post ride reports that might provide you more specific insights into the rides. > > Morgantown offers some great eats for bicyclists including Terra Cafe, Black Bear Burritos, Chaan Thai, Mother India, Sargasso ($$), Kenyan Cafe, Puglioni's, Rio Grande, Mountain State Brewery, Morgantown Brewing Co. > > I'm copying this message to the monbikeclub and the CRC so members can share with you other opportunities of which they may know. > > 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 > > > On Jul 17, 2012, at 10:13 AM, Matthew Boggs wrote: > >> Hi, >> >> We will be coming to Morgantown for a biking vacation from Illinois in a few weeks. I see that Morgantown has a lot of constructed bike paths of which most is defined as "crushed limestone". We were planning to bring road bikes but were not sure how they would do on the crushed limestone part of the trail system. Currently have Conti 4000S 700x23 tires installed. >> >> Do you think using road tires on the crushed limestone part of the trails is a bad idea? Do you have any advice on how to make a road bike more suitable for the crushed limestone part of the trail system, if possible? >> >> PS> We are very excited about coming to bike in Morgantown. We have been looking at the bikemorgantown.com website and have been impressed with the momentum cycling has gotten in Morgantown. We will be in town August 9-12 and staying in the downtown area. Can you recommend any other bike related items special to Morgantown you feel we should checkout while in town? >> >> Thanks! >> >> -matt >> > >

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Fwd: Question about Bike Trails
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Jul '12

17 Jul '12

Here's a thread I think you'll find interesting. A guy from Illinois contacted me through BikeMorgantown.com about bicycle-vacationing in Morgantown. He was attracted by the website and the work we've done. Now, he wants us to show him examples of intersections that we've made bicycle friendly safe routes to schools. Working on a reply... Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Date: July 17, 2012 2:09:50 PM EDT > To: Terrence Moore <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Jeff Mikorski <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Re: Question about Bike Trails > > Terrence, > > Ha! But then, he issued me this challenge. Not sure how to respond. While Safe Routes to School is our top priority, I wish I could show him some progress. > > Frank > >> From: Matthew Boggs <mistergadgett(a)gmail.com> >> Date: July 17, 2012 2:00:26 PM EDT >> To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> >> Subject: Re: Question about Bike Trails >> >> Hi Frank, >> >> Thanks for the quick reply and great info!! We are excited to hear our road bikes should handle the nice rail trail system there. Can't wait to get pedaling there! >> >> We live in a town about half the size of Morgantown which is trying to take some steps to making the community more cycling friendly so we will be looking for ideas to take back home as well regarding making intersections safer for cyclists, especially children who elect to bike to school from nearby neighborhoods. Do you know of some good intersections in town we should check out for ideas to take back to our City Council? Possibly examples of signage, crosswalk markers, special stoplight programming, etc, with cyclists in mind. >> >> Thanks again! >> >> -matt >> Rubber Side Down > > Frank > > On Jul 17, 2012, at 1:52 PM, Terrence Moore wrote: > >> Cool! Thanks for sharing!! >> >> 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: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> >> To: "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >> Cc: "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Terrence Moore" <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >> Sent: Tuesday, July 17, 2012 1:24:42 PM >> Subject: Fwd: Question about Bike Trails >> >> Jeff, >> >> >> BikeMorgantown.com seems to be an effective tourist outreach tool. It attracted Matt Boggs and his group from Illiinois. >> >> >> Frank >> >> >> >> Begin forwarded message: >> >> >> >> From: Frank Gmeindl < fgmeindl(a)gmail.com > >> >> Date: July 17, 2012 1:22:39 PM EDT >> >> To: Matthew Boggs < mistergadgett(a)gmail.com > >> >> Cc: monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com , CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com >> >> Subject: Re: Question about Bike Trails >> >> >> Hi Matt! >> >> >> I ride 700x 23 GP 4000's on the crushed limestone sections of the rail trail with no problem. The Monongahela River Trail, Caperton Trail and Deckers Creek Trail as well as the trail all the way to Shinnston WV is fine for our tires. The crushed limestone is small and well-packed; a little slower rolling than asphalt and a bit dustier on dry days. Approximately 10 miles of the trail within the City are asphalt and several miles of the trail in and near Fairmont are asphalt. >> >> >> We also have great road rides around here that I'd be glad to show you. >> >> >> Other bike related items: >> >> >> Morgantown has 2 excellent bike shops: Wamsley Cycles, http://www.wamsleycycles.com/ located right on the trail and Pathfinder, http://www.pathfinderwv.com/ located right in the heart of downtown. >> >> >> The local bicycles clubs, Monongalia Bicycle Club and Country Roads cyclists have regularly scheduled rides. See the Monongalia Bicycle Club calendar at https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=64i6hoaouqrdmetaeu7o1en6a0@group.… and the Country Roads Cyclists' ride list at http://www.crcyclists.org/CurrentRideSch.html . >> >> >> Both clubs have Google groups that list races and impromptu rides. See https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/monbikeclub for the Monongalia Bicycle Clubs group and https://groups.google.com/forum/?hl=en&fromgroups#!forum/CRcyclists for the Country Roads Cyclists google group. The google groups sometimes have post ride reports that might provide you more specific insights into the rides. >> >> >> Morgantown offers some great eats for bicyclists including Terra Cafe, Black Bear Burritos, Chaan Thai, Mother India, Sargasso ($$), Kenyan Cafe, Puglioni's, Rio Grande, Mountain State Brewery, Morgantown Brewing Co. >> >> >> I'm copying this message to the monbikeclub and the CRC so members can share with you other opportunities of which they may know. >> >> >> 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 >> >> >> >> On Jul 17, 2012, at 10:13 AM, Matthew Boggs wrote: >> >> >> >> >> Hi, >> >> We will be coming to Morgantown for a biking vacation from Illinois in a few weeks. I see that Morgantown has a lot of constructed bike paths of which most is defined as "crushed limestone". We were planning to bring road bikes but were not sure how they would do on the crushed limestone part of the trail system. Currently have Conti 4000S 700x23 tires installed. >> >> Do you think using road tires on the crushed limestone part of the trails is a bad idea? Do you have any advice on how to make a road bike more suitable for the crushed limestone part of the trail system, if possible? >> PS> We are very excited about coming to bike in Morgantown. We have been looking at the bikemorgantown.com website and have been impressed with the momentum cycling has gotten in Morgantown. We will be in town August 9-12 and staying in the downtown area. Can you recommend any other bike related items special to Morgantown you feel we should checkout while in town? >> >> >> Thanks! >> >> -matt >

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Re: [Bikeboard] City Council Information Newsletter
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Jul '12

17 Jul '12

In 2007, the Bicycle Board recommended and the Traffic Commission approved putting Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs (see attached) on Spruce Street. The City budgeted for them. The WVDOH first approved our recommendations but then rescinded their approval when they realized that the shared lane markings and BMUFL signs weren't in the 2003 version of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices that they're using. We're still waiting for the WVDOH to adopt the 2009 MUTCD which has them. One reason (besides being afraid of motor traffic) that people bicycle on the sidewalks in Morgantown is the totally MV-centric traffic layout of downtown. Say you rode your bike to the Morgantown library and then decided you wanted to go to the Blue Moose, 2 blocks away for a coffee. You'd have to ride your bike 10 blocks, including a slight uphill from Fayette to Willey and perhaps wait for 7 red lights to get there if your drove your bicycle on the streets as a vehicle. I've heard that there has been some discussion about converting some downtown streets from one-way to two-way. The Bicycle Board hasn't been invited to these but would be happy to participate. For travel within downtown and from a mile or three into town, walking and bicycling are certainly the most appropriate transportation. Wouldn't it be nice if some of the people who control the infrastructure realized that? Frank On Jul 14, 2012, at 11:38 AM, Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board wrote: > One sentence of Chief Preston's email highlights the approach that we need to flip: "It would be much safer to remove/move the benches to someplace where they are not in close proximity to motor vehicles." > Why do we not "move the vehicles so they are not in close proximity to the benches (pedestrians)" by widening sidewalks & adding a green space buffer? > > *Spruce Street improvements are on our Pedestrian Safety Plan...many ped-vehicle crashes occur on Spruce. Frank, is Spruce on the Bicycle Board's Plan for improvement? > > Thus, Bill - why not use this to suggest that Spruce Street, a very common pedestrian arterial, is designed inapropriately. That is, rather than a 3 lane, high speed design, with EXTREMELY narrow sidewalks (esp on Library/Health Right side), it is my recommendation to have the City & DOH study reducing it to 2 lanes and widening the sidewalk...I'd suggest adding a bike lane, but my instinct is that a bike lane would not make riding any more safe...Frank, you know better than I. > > Thank you for looping me in. > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > To: Bill Byrne <bbyrnewv(a)me.com> > Cc: Christiaan Abildso <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Sent: Friday, July 13, 2012 3:51 PM > Subject: Fwd: City Council Information Newsletter > > Hi Bill, > > I do not agree with removing the benches from Wall Street (Sadie Crow park) as described in the attached City Manager's weekly newsletter. > > We have too little public space for citizens to sit in downtown Morgantown. Citing the presence of motor vehicles is a weak argument since the only cars driving through Sadie Crow park are entering and leaving the parking lot behind the former Morgan's. If necessary, I would advocate for eliminating motor vehicles from Sadie Crow park. > > I recognize that the Sadie Crow park benches are predominantly occupied by people that may not appeal to the downtown merchants, i.e. people that probably don't spend much money downtown. Is poverty a reason to discriminate against them; to deny them a place to sit? Where will they go next? I would rather see the City recognize that we have such people and treat them with respect. The Public Safety Center parking garage is right across the street. Why not expand Sadie Crow park to encompass the lot behind Morgan's and provide sufficient space for all the non-motorized people that use that area. When will the City start to give equal respect to pedestrians as it does to motorists? > > Frank Gmeindl > 491 Wilson Av. > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From: Carol Allen <callen(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >> Date: July 13, 2012 3:19:29 PM EDT >> To: cdale(a)mub.org, frank gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, afrizze1(a)mix.wvu.edu, wvubassoon(a)hotmail.com, wwetzel(a)wdtv.com, cfitzge4(a)mix.wvu.edu, akoscevi(a)mix.wvu.edu, john kirkhoff <john.kirkhoff(a)wvradio.com>, bmg532(a)comcast.net, david mckain <david.mckain(a)gmail.com>, kfreda(a)wboy.com, lisacarolmoore(a)frontier.com, jeffhhr(a)frontier.com, news(a)wdtv.com, krippin(a)wboy.com, btolle(a)wdtv.com, vsmith(a)ap.org, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, fas4(a)labs.net, edelon(a)mix.wvu.edu, ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org, amarra(a)wdtv.com, dspencer36(a)comcast.net, emokay(a)mix.wvu.edu, aforgotch(a)wdtv.com, dt2078(a)aol.com, lcobb1(a)mix.wvu.edu, nelsonfrance27(a)gmail.com, emily vennare <emily.vennare(a)gmail.com>, lammer(a)mix.wvu.edu, jlemieux(a)mix.wvu.edu, aclay(a)wboy.com, lydia nuzum <lydia.nuzum(a)mail.wvu.edu>, pqueen(a)dominionpost.com, bchambers(a)herald-dispatch.com, smoniot(a)wboy.com, gpapandreas(a)gmail.com, teddy(a)dominionpost.com, bkatko(a)wdtv.com, Hgentile(a)jacksonkelly.com, lneff(a)wvradio.com, cshaner(a)dominionpost.com, danewsroom(a)mail.wvu.edu, shawn(a)wvradio.com, badducchio(a)wvpubcast.org, kmurray(a)wvradio.com, kplum(a)dominionpost.com, exdirector(a)downtownmorgantown.com, chofmann(a)mix.wvu.edu, capessos(a)mix.wvu.edu, darquilla(a)wboy.com, editor(a)dominionpost.com, Brent Burton <bburton(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Department Heads Group <departmenthead(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >> Subject: City Council Information Newsletter >> >> Attached is the weekly information newsletter. >> >> As Mr. Moore will be briefly away from Morgantown Thursday, July 19th and Friday, July 20th to tend to various family matters, please note that no information letter report will be issued next week. >> >> Carol Allen >> City Managers Office >> City of Morgantown > > > >

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Fwd: Positive Spin
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Jul '12

16 Jul '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please reply-to-all at your earliest convenience with your thoughts or recommendations for a response to Mark. He is director of BOPARC. 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: "Mark Wise" <mwise(a)boparc.org> > Date: July 16, 2012 3:05:47 PM EDT > To: <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > > Frank, I was hoping to speak to the Bike Board about a concern I have related to Bike activities in our community. As you may know Nick Hein of Positive Spin is leaving the area. He has been a vital part of the Positive Spin operation. He has approached BOPARC about continuing the services that Positive Spin provided. We do not have the staffing or expertise to do this but think that it is an important service to offer our community. Do you have any thoughts on how we could integrate the Positive Spin operation under the Bike Board and BOPARC’s umbrella of responsibility? I know we cannot do this alone. Any thoughts? Mark Wise mwise(a)boparc.org

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good article
by director 12 Jul '12

12 Jul '12

Good morning, I came across this letter to the editor in an Arizona newspaper. It's in response to an angry, uninformed motorist (apparently) but I thought it was an excellent collection of points expressed very clearly and kindly without being condescending. http://www.ahwatukee.com/search/?t=article&q=bicyclists+do+have+rights Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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(no subject)
by Donald Dickerson 10 Jul '12

10 Jul '12

http://mucharadio.com/efkcnsd.html?anp=zggwkjz

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Bicycle Board's Unicycle recommendation
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jul '12

06 Jul '12

Terrence, Please find attached, a draft Bicycle Board report on the issue of unicyclists riding on sidewalks. I am providing this to you so that you can decide whether it is suitable for presentation to the City Council Committee of the Whole on July 31 as you had promised Council members. The attached document is a draft because neither the Bicycle Board nor the Traffic Commission have reviewed and approved it. The Bicycle Board hasn't met since May and the Traffic Commission did not meet this month. The earliest either body will consider it is the first week of August. The Bicycle Board committee that worked on this issue is essentially recommending that the City forego additional ordinances or modifications to existing ordinances to address unicycles. The committee concluded that unicyclists on sidewalks present no more risk to business owners or pedestrians than runners and that existing ordinances that pertain to runners should probably apply to unicyclists. In my April 30 message to Carol Allen, I asked her what ordinances are pertinent to runners. I understand she passed that request on to the City Attorney but I have not heard from him. Please let me know how you want to proceed. If you would like to meet to discuss the attached, I will convoke the unicycle committee. 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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July BB Meeting
by Gunnar Shogren 05 Jul '12

05 Jul '12

Anyone got something for the agenda? Right now we are still somewhat hopeful for a write up from the Unicycle Committee that will be presented. Jonathan (who will not be present) has requested that Damien give us an update on the Deckers Creek trail crossing around the Greenbag area. Have not heard yay or nay on that. Any other items? Who is going to be there? Thanks for a reply and have a nice day further, gunnar.

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Benefits of cycling infographic
by Chet Parsons 27 Jun '12

27 Jun '12

I especially like the cost data comparisons. These could really be used well in discussions on funding priorities with WVDOH [image: Inline image 1]

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Cheat lake bridge
by Hein 25 Jun '12

25 Jun '12

Good morning, It looks like the new bridge deck probably WILL be passable for bikes and pedestrians by the time the old bridge is torn down, this is from unofficial sources but make sense since the construction crews need access too. The state's official position is that it won't and they won't make other accommodation. When I asked if passage on I68 would be allowed they said definitely NOT. So I assume they expect bikers/peds to cross clandestinely on the new bridge, however it would have been nice to get an official statement about that since I will have to move if it's not the case. I also assume that the WVDOT doesn't want this information made public. If it gets blabbed too much, the construction company's insurance company might find out and make a fuss - leaving us only the interstate bridge. I'm moving away in Sept. but I would warn everyone that once the new bridge is open it will probably get as much traffic as the freeway and 857 won't be an inviting bike route. It certainly wasn't before the bridge was closed. I would suggest actively campaigning for a bike crossing to be put on I68 under the car deck, and a dedicated trail on the other side continuing beside the freeway to Sabraton to hook up with the Deckers creek trail. This would give a great through-route for bike commuters coming from the Lakeview side. I realize that I'm the probably the only one of those now, but if you ever expect that to be different, you'll have to make this change. It would also be attractive for through-touring cyclists, and would showcase bike transportation to motorists on the freeway. This could do a lot to present a bike-friendly image or our area, I've seen it happen in other areas where something similar was done. Have a great day, Nick

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Top recommendation for obesity: Improve community design
by Kevin Leyden 21 Jun '12

21 Jun '12

Top recommendation for obesity: Improve community design BETTER! CITIES & TOWNS The Institute of Medicine of the National Academies of Sciences recently published Accelerating Progress in Obesity Prevention, a major study. The recommendations are wide ranging, but the top one focuses on the built environment. “Communities, organizations, community planners, and public health professionals should encourage physical activity by enhancing the physical and built environment, rethinking community design, and ensuring access to places for such activity.” One third of US adults are now obese, and more disturbingly, the prevalence of obesity among children has risen from 5 to 17 percent in the last 30 years. Estimated annual cost of obesity-related illness for 2000-2005 is $190.2 billion (in 2005 dollars), or nearly 21 percent of annual medical spending in the US. See the June BCT issue. GO TO WEBSITE/COMMENT Kevin M. Leyden, Ph.D. Director, Institute for Public Affairs Professor, Department of Political Science West Virginia University Eberly College of Arts & Sciences 301-B Woodburn Hall Morgantown, WV 26506-6317 Phone: 304-293-5432 email: kleyden(a)wvu.edu

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Fw: Opinion letter (response to June 14th letter)
by Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board 21 Jun '12

21 Jun '12

Pedestrian advocates and colleagues on the bicycle board- The following is a letter I've composed in response to a June 14th letter to the editor I've pasted at the very bottom of this message...facts, not anecdotes should rule the day...I removed text from my letter about NJ residents not being allowed to pump their own gas or being required to turn right to go left ("jughandle" intersections). Too much haterade in recent DP letters unfortunately. Best to all, Christiaan Walk more, safely Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board Christiaan Abildso, Chair Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm ----- Forwarded Message ----- >From: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> >To: "opinion(a)dominionpost.com" <opinion(a)dominionpost.com> >Sent: Wednesday, June 20, 2012 9:42 PM >Subject: Opinion letter (response to June 14th letter) > > > >Title: "Facts About Modern Roundabouts" >Unfortunately, a letter was published on June 14th that contained no evidence about modern roundabouts (or "circles" as the author called them), only second-hand anecdotes from an anonymous New Jersey resident. I suggest readers learn more facts about modern roundabouts at the Federal Highways Administration website: http://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/intersection/roundabouts/ before they accept the unsubstantiated claims of one person. > >Recent independent research findings about the safety, performance, and cost of roundabouts to consider: 1) they typically reduce the number of crashes at an intersection by roughly 35%; 2) they typically reduce injury crashes by about 75%; 3) they reduce traffic delays; and 4) they are less costly to maintain than intersections with traffic signals. (Source: http://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/intersection/roundabouts/fhwasa10006/ppt/) > >I'm glad the author of the letter mentioned pedestrians. Modern roundabouts can actually improve conditions for pedestrians in multiple ways. When compared to signalized intersections between two, 2-lane roads, the number of potential pedestrian-vehicle conflicts are reduced from 24 locations with the traffic signals to 8 locations with roundabouts. Roundabouts decrease vehicular approach speed, and provide a median to serve as refuge for pedestrians crossing the road. Even though the average speed for a road with a roundabout is lower, cars travel through the roundabouts faster because they don’t have to stop at red lights. > >One local example of how a roundabout would benefit our community would be in front of the Coliseum. The length of time you sit at the Patteson/Mon Boulevard intersection can be frustrating and many people have witnessed a collision at the right turn from Patteson onto Mon Blvd. If a roundabout were installed at that intersection it could reduce the number of traffic lanes on Mon Boulevard from 6 to 4, and there could be a dedicated right turn lane from Patteson to Mon Boulevard (eliminating the nearly daily crashes there). The roundabout could also eliminate the thousands of jaywalkers from the CAC to Coliseum by creating a median refuge at the approach (or an underpass as is done at Western Michigan University and Ohio University) to the roundabout with warning signals that would allow pedestrians to cross 2 lanes of traffic at a time rather than 6 or 7 as is the current situation. This roundabout could still easily accommodate large truck traffic, and football, basketball, and other event day traffic without a police officer (rather than the 2 or more currently required for basketball games). > >The author's fears are common in communities without roundabouts. In multiple studies resident acceptance of roundabouts is greatly improved after they are completed and users see the benefits. Get to know roundabouts - they could be good for all of us > >Christiaan Abildso >Morgantown >---------------------------- >TEXT FROM ORIGINAL 6/14 LETTER: > >Traffic circles bode ill for intersections > >I was talking with a neighbor who used to live in several counties of New Jersey where there were traffic circles. She said that there always were accidents and bottlenecks at the traffic circles, with traffic coming to an unintended complete stop, so the locals avoided them when possible. > >Three or four of those circles have been taken out, because they were absolutely hated. The worst one, in Summer Point, N.J., was just removed. Imagine our football traffic going through a traffic circle on W.Va. 705. The police won’t be able to direct traffic through it unless an officer is placed at each entry point — not an effective use of personnel. > >At a circle, it’s intended that everyone keeps moving, forcing you to pull out in front of cars already in the circle, whose drivers are looking across the circle for their exit, rather than for new arrivals. > >Depending on the relative caution or aggression of the two parties involved, one of them will slow down. Now you have an uncontrolled or freefor-all intersection, which is a worse condition than before the traffic “improvement.” > >Another point to consider: If the traffic is constantly moving how does a pedestrian cross at a traffic circle? We can’t even accommodate pedestrians at conventional intersections like Boyers Avenue and Monongahela Boulevard, Burroughs Street and Van Voorhis Road, or Pleasant Street and the Westover Bridge. > >The busiest and most dangerous intersection in town, University Avenue and Patteson Drive, doesn’t even have a street light. Apparently, God’s chosen people own cars. > >Something different isn’t always better. If traffic circles are superior, why don’t we have more of them? Have you even seen one? > >Although the traffic circle proponents insist on using a cutesy British term like “roundabout,” I think that travelers will make better time in getting to their proverbial point B by going on a “walkabout.” > >Now if they can just get across the streets ... > >Dave Ornick Morgantown

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Re: [Bikeboard] Morgantown Bridge Issue
by BikeMorgantown 20 Jun '12

20 Jun '12

Matt, Thanks for contacting us about this. We've given up on the issue. Last November, we got 125 signatures on a petition asking the WVDOT to keep the old bridge open to bicyclists. We sent it to Paul Mattox, Secretary of WVDOT with copies to Ray LaHood, WV Governor, County Commission President and MPO. We only got one response, from our MPO sympathizing. The new bridge will be done in a few months and I believe the state will just stall until then anyway. 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 On Jun 20, 2012, at 10:07 AM, Matt Wempe wrote: > Hello, > > The League has been hearing some rumblings about a bridge project that may potentially cut off anything other than car access to Morgantown. I haven’t gotten the full story on this, but wanted to learn a bit more. Could someone give me a call to discuss this issue? > > Thanks, > Matt > > Matt Wempe > State & Local Advocacy Coordinator > League of American Bicyclists > matt(a)bikeleague.org > 202.822.1333 > 1612 K Street NW, Suite 510 > Washington, DC 20006 > www.bikeleague.org > > Have fun, make friends and win prizes: Sign up for the National Bike Challenge! >

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Director of Positive Spin Resigning
by director 20 Jun '12

20 Jun '12

Good morning, I have decided to accept a new position in Ashland OR and will be resigning as director of Positive Spin effective August 1. Positive Spin is seeking a new director, as well as board members and executive committee members to continue our service to the community. During the transition I will be available to train and orient new volunteers and staff, but someone else will have to take the lead as I will be busy with packing and moving. You can follow (or lead) developments on our Facebook page. Thank you for all the support and encouragement you have given, both to the organization and to the people we help. Sincerely, Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Good bike accident analysis from Ontario CA Coroner
by director 19 Jun '12

19 Jun '12

For your reading enjoyment. http://www.treehugger.com/bikes/ontario-coroners-report-bike-safety-has-les… Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Re: [Bikeboard] Steps with bike ramp
by Gunnar Shogren 15 Jun '12

15 Jun '12

That is probably the steepest road in Morgantown and awfully narrow. Not all that long, but steep. So when would cyclists use it? Jones is 1-way, down, or is the end of Jones 2-way now w/ that big Apt complex and parking lot there? Just want to keep us from having an "oh-shit" moment... On Thu, Jun 14, 2012 at 3:35 PM, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>wrote: > I know that place and it is really steep, as steep as any place in town > and will be a challenge to build steps. A ramp would be great, still a > tough push up. > > Chip > > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Sent 6/14/2012 2:48:08 PM > To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > Subject: [Bikeboard] Steps with bike ramp > > Sorry, now photos are attached. > > > > > > > > Bike Board Members, > > What's the best design for steps with a bike ramp to enable cyclists to > push their bikes up? > > The developer of the new condominiums on the uphill side of Jones Av. > between First St. and Overhill St. wants to close First St. between Jones > and the condos. The developer said he would upgrade the steps there. (See > attached photo.) > > Last night, the Traffic Commission approved. I suggested that the > developer also install a bike ramp adjacent to the steps to facilitate > cyclists walking their bikes up the steps. A search of google images for > "steps with bicycle ramp" reveals many interesting designs. If any strike > you as being particularly worth recommending, please reply with the link to > the image, e.g. steps with wheel ramps manningham st parkville.JPG<http://www.google.com/imgres?q=steps+with+bicycle+ramp&hl=en&gbv=2&biw=1280…> and > a short explanation of why you think it's a good design, e.g. "the bicycle > can be rolled onto the ramp without lifting it; there are ramps on both > sides of the steps making it easy for righties as well as lefties; the > ramps are narrow enough and bounded by a wall to discourage cyclists from > attempting to ride down them; there's a hand rail up the middle of the > steps to make it easier for both pedestrians and bicyclists to haul > themselves up as well as to stabilize them". > > Your reply is not crucial. Just pointing the developer at the search > results might be sufficient. I thought you might have some fun with this. > If the BB favors a particular design, I'll pass that on to the developer. > > Frank > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing listBikeboard@cheat.orghttp://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Host Sue Hersman
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Jun '12

14 Jun '12

Sue Hersman of Dallas TX is looking for a woman or family to host her 1 or 2 nights, June 30 and July 1 while she's cycling around Morgantown. She contacted me because we are both members of WarmShowers.org. If you would consider hosting her, please contact her at suehersman(a)gmail.com. Following is her profile from WarmShowers and some excerpts from our e-mail dialog. Profile: "I have ridden the Southern Tier and half of the Northern tier, ND to ME, and am on a mission to ride at least 50 miles in all 50 states. I have four grown children, and an empty house. I do have a 2 cats and a dog; just wanted to warn you in case you have allergies. I am a non-smoker. Lots of privacy, if you want it. Private bedroom, private bathroom, pool, spa. Easy going. Can provide transportation if you need to get to the bike shop, (we have great bike shops around here) or airport. You must clean up after yourself....." Excerpts from e-mail dialog: "I am riding all 50 states; I have my final 16 to finish this summer. To finish these final 16 states, I am only riding 50 miles in each. I have done the southern tier, and half of the norhtern; those were supported rides. I am solo on this one.... As I have not been able to find SAG support, I am driving, then riding, usually loops or out and backs, then driving on to the next state. I want to ride the Decker Creek trail; my mother's family hails from Preston county, so this area holds a special meaning to me. (She was a Fairfax). My family is from Reedsville, and it looks like the old family farm is very close to the trail termination. I plan to do a bit of exploration of the area, visiting the farm, cemetery, etc. My great uncles owned the McVIckers drug store that once stood at 210 High St in Morgantown. It will be fun to visit the area. I plan to come in on June 30 after I ride VA. I would guess I would be there early evening. My plan is to perhaps ride with your bike group on Sunday morning. If we don't go 50 miles, no big deal; I'll just make up the mileage the next day. I am not as stuck on the 'data' as I used to be and have learned, (or am learning) to just enjoy the ride regardless of how it looks. (Dallas tends to be all about speed, and quite frankly, all I ever see on those rides is the wheel in front of me and the rider beside me. It's taken me some time to learn to just 'enjoy' the ride instead of always pushing) I don't expect someone to put me up for two nights--that is too much of an imposition. Staying with hosts, though, is what makes this trip so magnificent--it is the people! I am excited to visit Morgantown and the area. It's been a very long time since I was last there....40+ years...., and I am looking forward to exploring where my parents met and where my mother grew up." 4ank

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Sharrows article - is the use of them in Miami a cop-out?
by Chet Parsons 14 Jun '12

14 Jun '12

Interesting points raised. Of course a lot of the nitty-gritty depends on how much political will there is to actually create change. Chet http://www.transitmiami.com/bicycles/miamis-sharrow-boom-needs-to-evolve-or…

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Steps with bike ramp
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Jun '12

14 Jun '12

Sorry, now photos are attached. Bike Board Members, What's the best design for steps with a bike ramp to enable cyclists to push their bikes up? The developer of the new condominiums on the uphill side of Jones Av. between First St. and Overhill St. wants to close First St. between Jones and the condos. The developer said he would upgrade the steps there. (See attached photo.) Last night, the Traffic Commission approved. I suggested that the developer also install a bike ramp adjacent to the steps to facilitate cyclists walking their bikes up the steps. A search of google images for "steps with bicycle ramp" reveals many interesting designs. If any strike you as being particularly worth recommending, please reply with the link to the image, e.g. steps with wheel ramps manningham st parkville.JPG and a short explanation of why you think it's a good design, e.g. "the bicycle can be rolled onto the ramp without lifting it; there are ramps on both sides of the steps making it easy for righties as well as lefties; the ramps are narrow enough and bounded by a wall to discourage cyclists from attempting to ride down them; there's a hand rail up the middle of the steps to make it easier for both pedestrians and bicyclists to haul themselves up as well as to stabilize them". Your reply is not crucial. Just pointing the developer at the search results might be sufficient. I thought you might have some fun with this. If the BB favors a particular design, I'll pass that on to the developer. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Steps with bike ramp
by Chip Wamsley 14 Jun '12

14 Jun '12

I know that place and it is really steep, as steep as any place in town and will be a challenge to build steps. A ramp would be great, still a tough push up. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Sent 6/14/2012 2:48:08 PM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Steps with bike ramp Sorry, now photos are attached. Bike Board Members, What's the best design for steps with a bike ramp to enable cyclists to push their bikes up? The developer of the new condominiums on the uphill side of Jones Av. between First St. and Overhill St. wants to close First St. between Jones and the condos. The developer said he would upgrade the steps there. (See attached photo.) Last night, the Traffic Commission approved. I suggested that the developer also install a bike ramp adjacent to the steps to facilitate cyclists walking their bikes up the steps. A search of google images for "steps with bicycle ramp" reveals many interesting designs. If any strike you as being particularly worth recommending, please reply with the link to the image, e.g. steps with wheel ramps manningham st parkville.JPG and a short explanation of why you think it's a good design, e.g. "the bicycle can be rolled onto the ramp without lifting it; there are ramps on both sides of the steps making it easy for righties as well as lefties; the ramps are narrow enough and bounded by a wall to discourage cyclists from attempting to ride down them; there's a hand rail up the middle of the steps to make it easier for both pedestrians and bicyclists to haul themselves up as well as to stabilize them". Your reply is not crucial. Just pointing the developer at the search results might be sufficient. I thought you might have some fun with this. If the BB favors a particular design, I'll pass that on to the developer. Frank _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Steps with bike ramp
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Jun '12

14 Jun '12

Bike Board Members, What's the best design for steps with a bike ramp to enable cyclists to push their bikes up? The developer of the new condominiums on the uphill side of Jones Av. between First St. and Overhill St. wants to close First St. between Jones and the condos. The developer said he would upgrade the steps there. (See attached photo.) Last night, the Traffic Commission approved. I suggested that the developer also install a bike ramp adjacent to the steps to facilitate cyclists walking their bikes up the steps. A search of google images for "steps with bicycle ramp" reveals many interesting designs. If any strike you as being particularly worth recommending, please reply with the link to the image, e.g. steps with wheel ramps manningham st parkville.JPG and a short explanation of why you think it's a good design, e.g. "the bicycle can be rolled onto the ramp without lifting it; there are ramps on both sides of the steps making it easy for righties as well as lefties; the ramps are narrow enough and bounded by a wall to discourage cyclists from attempting to ride down them; there's a hand rail up the middle of the steps to make it easier for both pedestrians and bicyclists to haul themselves up as well as to stabilize them". Your reply is not crucial. Just pointing the developer at the search results might be sufficient. I thought you might have some fun with this. If the BB favors a particular design, I'll pass that on to the developer. Frank

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Bicycle Safety Cards
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Jun '12

14 Jun '12

Wes, At last night's Traffic Commission meeting, First Sargent McCabe reported that Morgantown Police are not distributing the bicycle safety cards (see attached) but are rather issuing warnings and citations. As I mentioned last night, the Bicycle Board discourages sidewalk bicycling but recognizes that most bicyclists as well as motorists do not recognize that bicyclists have the same rights to the road as motorists and are subject to the same duties. The Bicycle Board would like the police to encourage bicyclists to ride on the road and provide them information with which they can learn how to do so legally and safely. I would like to suggest that you and I meet with Terrence and Chief Preston to determine what it would take to get the police to distribute these cards. Attached are some talking points that Damien, on behalf of the Bicycle Board, discussed with Chief Preston last October 14. Perhaps we could begin our meeting reviewing these points. 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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Shift paradigm
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Jun '12

13 Jun '12

Please watch the narrated slideshow at https://vimeo.com/43603867. It explains how we managed to transform bicycling: the most efficient, healthful and safe mode of personal short-trip transportation into an activity most people are afraid to do. It also explains how to turn that around. I look forward to discussing your reactions. The slideshow is long: 36 minutes, however one person that I asked to review it said, “I thought I’d watch the first few minutes but watched it all because it’s so concise and lively”. 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] Walgreens Development in Sabraton
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Jun '12

13 Jun '12

I thought today's meeting was about access from Walgreen's directly to the trail. Had I known that you were going to discuss the trail crossing Green Bag Rd. (or is it Decker Creek Blvd.?) and exits and entrances from Walgreen's onto the roadway, I'd have been there. I call your attention to the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan that has been unanimously approved by Morgantown City Council: https://www.dropbox.com/s/2qudksezy7cl4et/Morgantown_Bicycle_Plan_v15.docx . Specifically, the Engineering section entitled Bike Paths says: "Crossings between trails and roadways can be more dangerous than crossings between roadways because trails crossings may not have good sight lines and may not have sufficient traffic control. To reduce crossing conflicts, the following measures should be considered · grade separated crossings; · signalized crossings · raised intersections; · cyclist activated crossing controls; · signage." Also, Engineering Action #20: "Take the lead and work with appropriate entities to improve alignment and sight lines at Deckers Creek trail crossings of Deckers Creek Blvd. and consider enhanced traffic control measures." The Bicycle Board has discussed the Decker Creek Trail crossing of Decker Creek Blvd. (Green Bag Rd.) and recommended removing the site line obstruction that Southern States currently presents and cyclist activated crossing controls. Were these discussed? What was the outcome? 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 On Jun 12, 2012, at 6:29 PM, Ella Belling wrote: > Hi all, > This is what I had in mind. Let me know the time and place to approach the DOH with this idea. Though not sure this one actually has traffic stop when ped/cyclists are near. I would like a red light for traffic as an option. > <http://www.crossalert.com/oursystem.html> > > Also Plan A is much better than plan B. Please try hard for Plan A. And then when the time comes, we discuss adding this traffic cross alert. Thanks for including us at the table. Ella > > > > On Jun 12, 2012, at 3:29 PM, Trevor Lloyd wrote: > >> Not necessarily. It is a DOH road and signage must be approved through them. We will try and work Plan "A" first. >> >> From: "Jonathan Rosenbaum" <freesource(a)cheat.org> >> To: "Trevor Lloyd" <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >> Cc: "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)moncpc.org>, "Mark Wise" <mwise(a)boparc.org>, "Ella Belling" <ella(a)montrails.org> >> Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2012 2:55:18 PM >> Subject: Re: Walgreens Development in Sabraton >> >> Thanks. This will apply to Plan A, too. Correct? >> >> -Jonathan >> >> On 6/12/2012 2:27 PM, Trevor Lloyd wrote: >> > signage with strobe lights in order to demand attention. >> > >> > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ >> > *From: *"Jonathan Rosenbaum" <freesource(a)cheat.org> >> > *To: *"Ella Belling" <ella(a)montrails.org> >> > *Cc: *"Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Damien >> > Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Bill Austin" >> > <baustin(a)moncpc.org>, "Trevor Lloyd" <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, >> > "Mark Wise" <mwise(a)boparc.org> >> > *Sent: *Tuesday, June 12, 2012 1:57:30 PM >> > *Subject: *Re: Walgreens Development in Sabraton >> > >> > Could someone re-clarify to me what we discussed concerning Plan B? >> > Thanks. >> > >> > -Jonathan >> > >> > On 6/6/2012 9:55 AM, Ella Belling wrote: >> > > Hi all, >> > > I have added me, Mark Wise, and Bill Austin to your email on this. >> > > Thank you for some time on this. I appreciate that there is increased >> > > sight line visibility but am most concerned about the plan for a >> > > Walgreens exit (right turn only) onto Greenbag Road. This is very >> > > close to the trail crossing and drivers will only be looking to left >> > > for oncoming traffic. >> > > >> > > I would like to make a plea for a pedestrian / bike crossing stop >> > > light at the trail, especially if this is to become a truck route in >> > > the future. We have thousands of trail users each year and this is >> > > one of our most popular areas. It is an important and well used >> > > crossing for cyclists and pedestrians. If it is a matter of cost, >> > > then I would like to open the door to partnering to fund it and will >> > > include MRTC as a possibility in that mix. Thanks, Ella >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > All: >> > > >> > > The meeting with the Walgreen's developer is tentatively scheduled for >> > > Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at 12:00 PM in the Engineering Conference Room >> > > at City Hall. We are awaiting confirmation from the developer. I >> > > will email the group to confirm the final date and time as soon as we >> > > hear back from the developer. >> > > >> > > Respectfully, >> > > >> > > Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP >> > > Director of Development Services >> > > Ella Belling >> > > Executive Director >> > > Mon River Trails Conservancy >> > > P.O. Box 282 >> > > Morgantown, WV 26507 >> > > www.montrails.org <http://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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BB report to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Jun '12

12 Jun '12

Bicycle Board Members, I only learned today that the Traffic Commission is meeting this Wednesday. Attached is the report that I will present. Please reply at your earliest convenience with your concurrence or suggested changes. (I think I might have omitted some plans for next month.) 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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Action: House Aims to Eliminate Local Funds for Biking and Walking
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 11 Jun '12

11 Jun '12

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Westminster-Boulder Interactive Bike Map... thoughts?
by Derek Springston 07 Jun '12

07 Jun '12

To All BB Members, (Especially the Mapping Committee) Any comments thoughts on this map? http://www.denverpost.com/breakingnews/ci_20795484/u-s-36-group-develops-we… If you guys have any ideas or comments on future mapping, let me know. I think the map on our bikemorgantown.com website could take one, if not two steps forward in the near future. Perhaps we should get together to discuss sometime soon. I've been trying some new things with mapping at work, and I'm excited to share. Later, ~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: Walgreens Development in Sabraton
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jun '12

06 Jun '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Christopher Fletcher <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: June 6, 2012 11:15:11 AM EDT > To: Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> > Cc: Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)moncpc.org>, Trevor Lloyd <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Mark Wise <mwise(a)boparc.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Hough, Terry" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Re: Walgreens Development in Sabraton > > All: > > Good morning. As it appears there have been additional invitations extended to this meeting by Christiaan Abildso and Frank Gmeindl, I want to be sure that all know that this meeting with Bob Abramovich, Walgreens developer, has been scheduled for Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at 12:30 PM in the Engineering Conference Room at City Hall. > > To restate my message that was included in my email yesterday morning to the smaller group, Damien Davis and I have a meeting at the Airport at 1:30 PM and we have other development matters that must be discussed with Mr. Abramovich while he is in town. Please plan to start our meeting promptly at 12:30 PM allowing for a fifteen to twenty minute discussion of the adjacent rail-trail crossing so that Staff can meet with Mr. Abramovich separately on other development matters. My apologies for having to limit our time devoted to the rail-trail. We are trying to coordinate a number of schedules and Mr. Abramovich's trip into Morgantown, but I am confident we can efficiently and effectively discuss the proposed improvements around the rail-trail crossing. > > Respectfully, > > Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP > Director of Development Services > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > (o) 304-284-7413 > (f) 304-284-7534 > (c) 304-906-7843 > cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > > From: "Ella Belling" <ella(a)montrails.org> > To: "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Jonathan Rosenbaum" <freesource(a)cheat.org>, "Christopher Fletcher" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)moncpc.org>, "Trevor Lloyd" <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Mark Wise" <mwise(a)boparc.org> > Sent: Wednesday, June 6, 2012 9:55:10 AM > Subject: Walgreens Development in Sabraton > > Hi all, > I have added me, Mark Wise, and Bill Austin to your email on this. Thank you for some time on this. I appreciate that there is increased sight line visibility but am most concerned about the plan for a Walgreens exit (right turn only) onto Greenbag Road. This is very close to the trail crossing and drivers will only be looking to left for oncoming traffic. > > I would like to make a plea for a pedestrian / bike crossing stop light at the trail, especially if this is to become a truck route in the future. We have thousands of trail users each year and this is one of our most popular areas. It is an important and well used crossing for cyclists and pedestrians. If it is a matter of cost, then I would like to open the door to partnering to fund it and will include MRTC as a possibility in that mix. 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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June Meeting
by Gunnar Shogren 06 Jun '12

06 Jun '12

No agenda. Nothing too pressing. Many on vacation or unable to attend. Meeting is cancelled. Let's see if we can get something for the July meeting though for sure!

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Fwd: Walgreens Development in Sabraton
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Jun '12

05 Jun '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Christopher Fletcher <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: June 4, 2012 5:05:08 PM EDT > To: Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org> > Cc: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Christiaan Abildso <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Trevor Loyd <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Re: Walgreens Development in Sabraton > > All: > > The meeting with the Walgreen's developer is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at 12:00 PM in the Engineering Conference Room at City Hall. We are awaiting confirmation from the developer. I will email the group to confirm the final date and time as soon as we hear back from the developer. > > Respectfully, > > Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP > Director of Development Services > > > From: "Jonathan Rosenbaum" <freesource(a)cheat.org> > To: "Christopher Fletcher" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Christiaan Abildso" <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Trevor Loyd" <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Friday, June 1, 2012 11:59:35 PM > Subject: Re: Fwd: Walgreens Development in Sabraton > > Noon on the 12th works for me. Will this meeting be at the airport? > > -Jonathan >

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Fwd: Interesting Paper
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Jun '12

01 Jun '12

Perry Keller sent an interesting paper on classifying streets by the stress that cyclists experience on them and then assessing the inter connectivity of low stress streets. I think this is similar to our approach on the Morgantown bike route classification and supports our intent to improve inter connectivity by lowering stress level of high stress streets. I've only read the summary and hope we will all read the complete paper and discuss and apply its wisdom. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Keller, Perry J" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov> > Date: June 1, 2012 2:03:53 PM EDT > To: <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com> > Subject: Interesting Paper > > Thought this might be an interesting read for you guys. > > http://transweb.sjsu.edu/project/1005.html > > Perry J. Keller > Statewide Planning > Program Planning and Administration Division > Building 5, 8th Floor > 1900 Kanawha Blvd., E. > Charleston, WV 25305 > 304.558.9591 (o) > 304.558.3783 (f) >

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Fwd: Walgreens Development in Sabraton
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Jun '12

01 Jun '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: June 1, 2012 2:25:11 PM EDT > To: Christopher Fletcher <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: christiaan abildso <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, fgmeindl(a)gmail.com, tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org > Subject: Re: Walgreens Development in Sabraton > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > Works for me. > > 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 > > From: "Christopher Fletcher" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org > Cc: "christiaan abildso" <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, fgmeindl(a)gmail.com, ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > Sent: Friday, June 1, 2012 2:12:01 PM > Subject: Re: Walgreens Development in Sabraton > > We only have one agenda item right now on the Tech Review Team agenda but the agenda will not be "locked" until next Wednesday. > > How does noon on June 12th work for everyone? > > Christopher M. Fletcher > > Sent from Blackberry; please excuse typos. > > From: Trevor Lloyd [mailto:tlloyd@cityofmorgantown.org] > Sent: Friday, June 01, 2012 01:54 PM > To: Christopher Fletcher <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: christiaan abildso <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>; fgmeindl(a)gmail.com <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>; ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Re: Walgreens Development in Sabraton > > I figured as much, but how about 11:00? Whats on the agenda for Tech review? > > From: "Christopher Fletcher" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org > Cc: "christiaan abildso" <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, fgmeindl(a)gmail.com, ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > Sent: Friday, June 1, 2012 1:53:33 PM > Subject: Re: Walgreens Development in Sabraton > > We have a Technical Review Team meeting at that time and an MPO Technical > Advisory Committee meeting at 1:30 PM that afternoon. > Christopher M. Fletcher > > Sent from Blackberry; please excuse typos. > > > From: Trevor Lloyd [mailto:tlloyd@cityofmorgantown.org] > Sent: Friday, June 01, 2012 01:46 PM > To: Christopher Fletcher <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Frank Gmeindl > <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>; ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Re: Walgreens Development in Sabraton > > > Does 10:00 on the 12th work for everyone? > > > _____ > > From: "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: "Christopher Fletcher" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: "Trevor Lloyd" <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Christiaan Abildso" > <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Sent: Friday, June 1, 2012 1:38:15 PM > Subject: Re: Walgreens Development in Sabraton > > I am available anytime on the 7th. > > > > 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 > ----- Original Message ----- > > From: "Christopher Fletcher" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Frank Gmeindl" > <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Cc: "Trevor Lloyd" <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Damien Davis" > <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Friday, June 1, 2012 12:27:58 PM > Subject: Walgreens Development in Sabraton > > > Gents: > > Good afternoon. We are working to schedule a meeting with the Walgreens > developer next Thursday, June 7th and would like to know if ya'll would be > available that day to review their site plan in relation to the rail-trail > crossing and discuss proposed grading and visibility improvements. We have > not finalized the date or time...just wanted to see if June 7th would work. > > The developer is traveling into to Morgantown, so we may challenged in > coordinating schedules. > > Thank you and have a safe and enjoyable weekend. > > Respectfully, > > > Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP > Director of Development Services > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > (o) 304-284-7413 > (f) 304-284-7534 > (c) 304-906-7843 > cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > > > >

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Fwd: Walgreens Development in Sabraton
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Jun '12

01 Jun '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Christopher Fletcher <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: June 1, 2012 12:27:58 PM EDT > To: Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Cc: Trevor Lloyd <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Walgreens Development in Sabraton > > Gents: > > Good afternoon. We are working to schedule a meeting with the Walgreens developer next Thursday, June 7th and would like to know if ya'll would be available that day to review their site plan in relation to the rail-trail crossing and discuss proposed grading and visibility improvements. We have not finalized the date or time...just wanted to see if June 7th would work. > > The developer is traveling into to Morgantown, so we may challenged in coordinating schedules. > > Thank you and have a safe and enjoyable weekend. > > Respectfully, > > Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP > Director of Development Services > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > (o) 304-284-7413 > (f) 304-284-7534 > (c) 304-906-7843 > cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org >

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Reminder to log miles TODAY for Nat'l Bike Challenge prizes
by Christiaan Abildso 31 May '12

31 May '12

All - Many thanks to Nick, Derek, & Traci for logging miles...we are now in 1st place in WV in points w/Clarksburg & Parkersburg nipping at our back wheels. Just a quick reminder to log your miles today (May 31) for May if you want to be eligible for prizes for this month...prizes? What prizes you ask...check the attached for prize list and see below for point accumulation. Ride on! Christiaan HOW IT WORKS: * All Challenge participants that reside in the United States are automatically entered into the Prize Program. * You accumulate Challenge Points each day you ride. * You become eligible for prizes as soon as you reach the Bronze award level. Prizes improve as you achieve higher levels. * Prizes will be awarded based upon the total number of Challenge points you have accumulated by the end of each month. * To ensure you receive all of your points for the month, all of your rides for each month must be entered by 11:59 pm of the last day of each month. * No more than 1 prize per participant per month * All you need to do is ride and enter your miles! HOW CHALLENGE POINTS WORK: * Challenge Points accumulate based upon miles ridden with an additional 20 bonus points for each day that you ride. Scoring: 1 mile = 1 challenge point 20 bonus points for each day that you ride Example: You live 5 miles from work and bike to and from work for total of 10 miles. Each day you bike to work you will receive 10 points for miles plus 20 bonus points for a daily total of 30points. HOW PRIZE LEVELS WORK: * As you accumulate Challenge Points, you will achieve prize levels. This will automatically enter you in the prize drawing at that level. Prize Level Challenge Points to Achieve Level Prize Drawing to be held Bronze 50 At end of each month Silver 150 At end of each month Gold 500 At end of each month Platinum 1500 At end of Challenge It’s much easier than you think! Assume you ride 10 miles per day 3 days per week: * You will achieve Bronze level in the 1stweek (May 5, 2012) * You will achieve Silver level in the 2ndweek (May 12, 2012) * You will achieve Gold level in the 6thweek (June 9, 2012) * You will achieve Platinum level in the 17thweek (August 23, 2012)

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Crossroads Public Meeting - Morgantown and Star City Comprehensive Plans
by Christopher Fletcher 29 May '12

29 May '12

All: Good afternoon. The next Crossroads Public Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 6 , 2012 at 6:00 PM at West Virginia University's Mountaineer Station at 1112 Van Voorhis Road. I have attached the announcement flyer that includes answers to frequently asked questions about the Crossroads project. This public meeting is titled "Community Choices" and will involve an assembly and small group work. The assembly will focus on the public input received so far and present a draft vision for the region. Participants will be asked to indicate their level of support for various aspects of the vision and specific policy choices that will affect the region. In the small groups, participants will focus on critical questions related specifically to either Morgantown or the Town of Star City. These small group discussions will help inform the comprehensive planning work for both communities. The Crossroads joint planning project can be followed at www.CrossroadsMon.com or at facebook.com/ Crossroads Mon. Successful participation hinges on getting the word out . Please take a moment to forward this email to your friends, family, neighbors, and associates. More often than not, folks attend public workshops when asked or informed by folks they know. Thank you in advance for your assistance and participation. We look forward to seeing you on June 6th . Respectfully, Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP Director of Development Services 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 (o) 304-284-7413 (f) 304-284-7534 (c) 304-906-7843 cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org

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May Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 25 May '12

25 May '12

Attached are the minutes of the May Bicycle Board meeting. Have a great weekend! Sincerely, Betsy Shogren

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Trail closure May 29-31
by Christiaan Abildso 25 May '12

25 May '12

MUB TO CLOSE RAIL TRAIL MAY 29 TO 31 MORGANTOWN, W.Va., May 25, 2012— The Caperton Trail, from the Seneca Center to the Arboretum, will be closed Tuesday, May 29; Wednesday, May 30; and Thursday, May 31. The closure is necessary to allow the installation of culverts across the Caperton Trail in conjunction with the Morgantown Utility Board’s (MUB) remediation/stabilization of a land slide affecting a MUB Interceptor Sewer Pipeline near Sixth Street. No detour will be available during the three-day closure. MUB management appreciates the public’s patience.

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How a conference works
by Chet Parsons 22 May '12

22 May '12

For all you policy wonks out there, here is a good flowchart from America Bikes explaining how conferencing works in Congress. Say, for example, there was a major piece of legislation being worked on relating to transportation across this great land of ours, this is how the legislation would be discussed and worked through before becoming law. Enjoy! http://www.americabikes.org/how_conference_works

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How to Not Kill a Cyclist
by Chet Parsons 21 May '12

21 May '12

http://www.themorningnews.org/article/how-to-not-kill-a-cyclist

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Bicycle Friendly Community
by Frank Gmeindl 20 May '12

20 May '12

Morgantown City Council, Traffic Commission and City Manager. Attached, please find the League of American Bicyclists' feedback on Morgantown's application for Bicycle Friendly Community recognition. As you know, the LAB has recognized Morgantown as a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community. While remarkable in itself, this recognition is also significant when one recognizes that Morgantown is the first and only bronze level BFC in WV while LAB had ranked WV 50th among bicycle friendly states. I'm happy to say that this year, LAB scored WV higher in bicycling education and encouragement increasing WV from 50th to 48th. I think Morgantown can take some credit for that. Attached is the LAB feedback on our application. Fortunately, the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan that you unanimously adopted already addresses much of the feedback. Now, the City's challenge is to implement the plan. We are due for renewal in February 2016. As many of you expressed at the May 1 City Council meeting, you want to go for Silver. To do so, or even to retain our Bronze status, we can't stand still. Also attached is the press release that announces our recognition. 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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Bike Friendly Fairmont
by director 19 May '12

19 May '12

Good morning, I was skimming the League's review of Morgantown's BFC application and I was really feeling good about all the things that you've all accomplished in educating cyclists and motorists about sharing the road. At the same time, I was troubled by a phone call I got last nite from a Fairmont cyclist (she prefers not to use her name) last nite after she rode from her home on Fairmont Ave. to the MAC trail saying that she had been harassed by drivers and passengers shouting arrogant, agressive and sexist remarks. She has taken the Confident City Cyclist class, was riding vehicularly and was behaving safely in every way. She was in tears talking about how it felt, and rightly expressed that someone who is exercising their legal right to the road shouldn't have to put up with being treated badly. She was also rightly concerned for her safety, as this treatment is distracting and in one case occurred while she was crossing the 3rd St high bridge. I suggested that she do the following: Write a letter to the editor of the local paper (Times West-Virginian) or see if an article can be submitted Contact riders with the Fairmont Fliers and see if they would be interested in adding their experiences Contact Joe Sallmen, a regular Fairmont commuter to South Fairmont Is there anything we can offer to riders in Fairmont to help spread some of the driver and rider awareness we've created here? I appreciate any help and will pass it on. I really like this particular volunteer but nobody should have to put up with this kind of treatment - and this might be an opportunity to change attitudes city-wide. Especially during bike week. Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Re: [Bikeboard] BFC feedback to Council and TC
by Chet Parsons 19 May '12

19 May '12

Heck yes. Council needs prodding and this is a good start. Thanks Frank. Chet On May 19, 2012 10:10 AM, "Chip Wamsley" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> wrote: > Frank, > > Good points. It makes it clear that we need their partnership to move on. > Thanks for the great work. > > Chip > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Sent 5/19/2012 8:29:56 AM > To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > Subject: [Bikeboard] BFC feedback to Council and TC > > Bicycle Board Members, > > Before I stick our collective feet in our collective mouths by sending > the following message to the City Manager, all City Council members and all > Traffic Commissioners, please let me know if you see any way to improve it. > I plan to send it Monday. > > Frank > > Morgantown City Council, Traffic Commission and City Manager. > > Attached, please find the League of American Bicyclists' feedback on > Morgantown's application for Bicycle Friendly Community recognition. > > As you know, the LAB has recognized Morgantown as a Bronze Level Bicycle > Friendly Community. While remarkable in itself, this recognition is also > significant when one recognizes that Morgantown is the first and only > bronze level BFC in WV while LAB had ranked WV 50th among bicycle friendly > states. I'm happy to say that this year, LAB scored WV higher in bicycling > education and encouragement increasing WV from 50th to 48th. I think we > can take some credit for that. > > Attached is the LAB feedback on our application. Fortunately, the > Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan that you unanimously adopted already > addresses much of the feedback. Now, the City's challenge is to implement > the plan. We are due for renewal in February 2016. As many of you > expressed at the May 1 City Council meeting, you want to go for Silver. To > do so, or even to retain our Bronze status, we can't stand still. > > Also attached is the press release that announces our recognition. > > 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* > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing listBikeboard@cheat.orghttp://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Re: [Bikeboard] BFC feedback to Council and TC
by Chip Wamsley 19 May '12

19 May '12

Frank, Good points. It makes it clear that we need their partnership to move on. Thanks for the great work. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 5/19/2012 8:29:56 AM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] BFC feedback to Council and TC Bicycle Board Members, Before I stick our collective feet in our collective mouths by sending the following message to the City Manager, all City Council members and all Traffic Commissioners, please let me know if you see any way to improve it. I plan to send it Monday. Frank Morgantown City Council, Traffic Commission and City Manager. Attached, please find the League of American Bicyclists' feedback on Morgantown's application for Bicycle Friendly Community recognition. As you know, the LAB has recognized Morgantown as a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community. While remarkable in itself, this recognition is also significant when one recognizes that Morgantown is the first and only bronze level BFC in WV while LAB had ranked WV 50th among bicycle friendly states. I'm happy to say that this year, LAB scored WV higher in bicycling education and encouragement increasing WV from 50th to 48th. I think we can take some credit for that. Attached is the LAB feedback on our application. Fortunately, the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan that you unanimously adopted already addresses much of the feedback. Now, the City's challenge is to implement the plan. We are due for renewal in February 2016. As many of you expressed at the May 1 City Council meeting, you want to go for Silver. To do so, or even to retain our Bronze status, we can't stand still. Also attached is the press release that announces our recognition. 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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BFC feedback to Council and TC
by Frank Gmeindl 19 May '12

19 May '12

Bicycle Board Members, Before I stick our collective feet in our collective mouths by sending the following message to the City Manager, all City Council members and all Traffic Commissioners, please let me know if you see any way to improve it. I plan to send it Monday. Frank > Morgantown City Council, Traffic Commission and City Manager. > > Attached, please find the League of American Bicyclists' feedback on Morgantown's application for Bicycle Friendly Community recognition. > > As you know, the LAB has recognized Morgantown as a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community. While remarkable in itself, this recognition is also significant when one recognizes that Morgantown is the first and only bronze level BFC in WV while LAB had ranked WV 50th among bicycle friendly states. I'm happy to say that this year, LAB scored WV higher in bicycling education and encouragement increasing WV from 50th to 48th. I think we can take some credit for that. > > Attached is the LAB feedback on our application. Fortunately, the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan that you unanimously adopted already addresses much of the feedback. Now, the City's challenge is to implement the plan. We are due for renewal in February 2016. As many of you expressed at the May 1 City Council meeting, you want to go for Silver. To do so, or even to retain our Bronze status, we can't stand still. > > Also attached is the press release that announces our recognition. > > 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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Fwd: Saris Bike Corral Contest
by Frank Gmeindl 18 May '12

18 May '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Chip Wamsley" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> > Date: May 18, 2012 4:08:30 PM EDT > To: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Fw: Saris Bike Corral Contest > > Frank, > > Could you please forward this to the rest of the bike board to give them an idea of some of the entries. Deadline is May 25th. > Thanks > > Chip > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Saris" <sarissource(a)saris.com> > Sent 5/18/2012 10:00:00 AM > To: CHIP(a)WAMSLEYCYCLES.COM > Subject: Saris Bike Corral Contest > > If you have trouble reading this email, please visit the online version. > > > > Win a Saris Bike Corral > Enter your photo by May 25th > > WOW!!! We have received FANTASTIC entries into the Saris Bike Corral contest. > > There is still time to enter. Don’t miss out on the chance to win a Saris Bike Corral! Entries due by Friday, May 25. > > We will pick the 3 entries that we feel show the greatest need, location or use for a Bike Corral. These 3 entries will be posted on our website for online voting from May 29 – May 30. The winner will be announced May 31. > > For more information and official rules, www.saris.com/bike-corral-contest > > Check out some of our recent entries: > > > NY Bagel Cafe and Deli - "A virtual cyclists’s paradise... no bike racks!" > > Calistoga - "A bike friendly hotel…although there are a few bike racks around town, there is not enough to handle the demand!" > > Lincoln Elementary School - "Lincoln School students are locking their bikes to the fence. Not enough bike racks!" > > Historic Downtown Nampa, Idaho - Rolling H Cycles - "This business owner is excited to create a space for multiple bicycles to park instead of just one car." > > To submit a photo or vote online, visit www.saris.com/bike-corral-contest > > > > This email was published by Saris Cycling Group. To be removed from our mailing list, simply visit here to opt out. > > Forward to a friend > > This email was sent by: > Saris Cycling Group > 5253 Verona Rd > Madison, WI 53711, United States > > Update your profile > > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bikes Belong grant application
by Frank Gmeindl 18 May '12

18 May '12

Thanks, Jeff. Please let us know if you identify any other possible funding sources to which we could apply. 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 On May 18, 2012, at 3:02 PM, Jeff Mikorski wrote: > Frank, > See below message. > > > Sincerely, > > Jeff Mikorski ICMA-CM > Deputy City Manager > City of Morgantown, West Virginia > 304-284-7404 > > > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: "Zoe Kircos" <zoe(a)bikesbelong.org> > To: "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Friday, May 18, 2012 2:38:53 PM > Subject: Bikes Belong grant application > > Dear Jeff, > I am sorry we were unable to fund your project during this grant round. We received many high quality applications, and were able to fund fewer than 10% of them. Good luck with your efforts to improve bicycling in your community. > Best, > Zoe > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Zoe Kircos - Grants Manager > Bikes Belong > P.O. Box 2359 > Boulder, CO 80306 > p/303/449.4893 x5 > f/303/442-2936 > > > > > Bikes Belong: Putting More People on Bicycles More Often > www.bikesbelong.org > > > Sign the pledge to unite one million voices for better bicycling in America at www.peopleforbikes.org >

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Fwd: Bike Safety Cards
by Frank Gmeindl 18 May '12

18 May '12

Oh, oh Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Date: May 18, 2012 3:32:55 PM EDT > To: Carol Allen <callen(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Re: Bike Safety Cards > > Carol, > > The police should have some. More are stored at Mountaineer Station. How many does he want? I can get some. > > Frank > > > > On May 18, 2012, at 3:09 PM, Carol Allen <callen(a)cityofmorgantown.org> wrote: > >> Hi Frank, >> >> Since Damien is out of the office today (Friday), I thought I would touch base with you regarding this first - to make sure he (and the Traffic Commission) is the right place to be directing this request. >> >> Today, Wes Nugent visited Terrence and he was asking if we had any more of the bicycle safety cards (contains rules, I guess? I can't recall what they look like). We cannot find any here - I guess the ones that were out have all been picked up. Jeff had some stickers in his office, but Wes was specifically asking for the cards. >> >> Terrence then asked that I request to Damien that on the next TC Agenda (which would be June 6th, if there is going to be a meeting), that there an item be entitled: "Review and Update Bicycle Safety Rules Cards". I guess what they are asking is, not only for more cards, but for them to be reviewed and any necessary changes made to them. Is the Traffic Commission the right direction to be going with this, or would it be the Bike Board? I'm a little confused, and I think Terrence is thinking because the Bike Board is a sub-committee of the TC, this would be the correct protocol......etc. >> >> Sorry to ramble on....I hope this makes sense! :) >> >> Thanks! >> >> Carol Allen >> City Managers Office >> City of Morgantown

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Re: New location opening date?
by Derek Springston 18 May '12

18 May '12

BB Members, See Black Bear's reply below concerning the bike rack. Does anyone know Jim Sellaro and could volunteer to contact him? 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 May 18, 2012 10:27 AM, <blackbearburrito(a)comcast.net> wrote: > 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* > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Re: New location opening date?
by Derek Springston 18 May '12

18 May '12

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*

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Re: New location opening date?
by Chip Wamsley 18 May '12

18 May '12

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 list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Re: New location opening date?
by Derek Springston 18 May '12

18 May '12

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*

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Fwd: 2012 Bike Friendly State Rankings (Embargoed)
by Frank Gmeindl 17 May '12

17 May '12

Bicycle Board Members, WV has been upgraded from 50 to 48 among Bicycle Friendly States. See attached feedback. The criteria for states are slightly different from the criteria for communities. WV improved from F to D in education and encouragement criterion. I wonder if Morgantown was a contributing factor for that. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Keller, Perry J" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov> > Date: May 17, 2012 5:49:05 PM EDT > To: <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Fw: 2012 Bike Friendly State Rankings (Embargoed) > > > > From: Matt Wempe [mailto:matt@bikeleague.org] > Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2012 12:38 PM > To: Keller, Perry J; director(a)positivespin.org <director(a)positivespin.org> > Subject: 2012 Bike Friendly State Rankings (Embargoed) > > Good afternoon, > > The League of American Bicyclists is happy to announce the 2012 Bicycle Friendly States rankings and feedback. This information will be publically announced onTuesday, May 22 at 9:00am EST as part of Bike Month. Feel free to share this information internally leading up to the public announcement. > > The attached press kit contains several documents that will help spread the word in your state and answer questions that come up. > > · National Press Release > · Local Press Release Template > · State Report Card (ranking, feedback, etc.) > · State Ranking Chart (quick comparisons between all states) > > Please contact me if you have any questions or comments. The League’s BFS website will be updated shortly and is a good resource as well. Over the next few months, I’ll be blogging additional analysis and resources for each of the five categories. > > Thank you as always for participating in the Bicycle Friendly States program. I look forward to working together to continue to improve bicycling in West Virginia. > > Thanks, > Matt > > Matt Wempe, AICP > State and Local Advocacy Coordinator > League of American Bicyclists > 1612 K Street NW, Suite 510 > Washington, DC 20006 > matt(a)bikeleague.org > P: (202) 822-1333 > > May is National Bike Month! Find and post events here, and don’t forget to sign up for the National Bike Challenge! >

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Re: [Bikeboard] B2WD Final Push
by Christiaan Abildso 17 May '12

17 May '12

Troops - 1) I have a folding table if needed, call me at work 304-293-0860 until 4:00 or at home, 304-292-2249, between 6 & 8 tonight 2) I have a couple of vests I'll bring 3) I'll bring some dough for the doughnut/donut fund 4) I've contacted Ben Adducchio from WV Public Broadcasting, who will be meeting me at 4:00 in the lobby of Mountaineer Station - I'm hoping he'll get a chance to speak with all of you who have done such a great job organizing & promoting the event! Should be a great day! Christiaan ________________________________ From: Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> To: dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net Cc: "graber, stephen" <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; frank gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>; Traci Liebig <tliebig(a)gmail.com>; Andrew Walker <andrew(a)pathfinderwv.com>; Colin Dierman <colin(a)wamsleycycles.com>; Betsy Shogren <bunny(a)fiendnet.net>; Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>; "baustin(a)labyrinth.net" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>; "cabildso(a)yahoo.com" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>; Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu; harshbargerd(a)wvuhealthcare.com; MariaSmith(a)busride.org; Kitty Blackwood <kitty(a)wvarchitects.com>; director <director(a)positivespin.org> Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2012 11:17 AM Subject: B2WD Final Push Good morning all! This is it. Or real close to it... In a few moments I'll have the spread sheet finalized, but regardless, here are some last moment things and all that. *** B2WD Morning *** We have routes starting- 6:50 Richwood Dairy Mart in Sabraton. Ride leader Frank. 7:01 Ray's Pastries along rail trail in Sabraton. Ride leader Frank. 7:05 Mario's Fish Bowl Parking lot, Woodburn. Ride leader Gunnar. 7:05 Jack Robert's Park, First Ward. Ride leader Colin. 7:10 MHS, corner of Wilson and Allison, South Park. Ride leader Butch. and ending up at Rail Trail Amphitheater. Are we missing anyone? Do we have confirmation of table and volunteers from Postive Spin at the Rail Trail? Frank you still bringing donuts? Pathfinder and Wamsley folks, you guys got the "Rail Trail Patrol" thing going on with tubes, wrenches (SAE adjustable wrenches too!) and help in case riders need it, correct? Depart from Rail Trail Amphitheater at 7:30 am tomorrow, May 18, following this route to Mountaineer Station- http://connect.garmin.com/activity/178928752 Arrive at Mountaineer Station- Traci, I'm going to assume that the bike parking area is going to be real visible to us. Are we doing anything else while we're there? Survey, tour the bicycle facilities at Mountaineer Station? *** B2WD End of Day *** Leaving Mountaineer Station 4:30 or 4:45? Haven't heard confirmation of either. Route going back will be very similar to the morning route, unless our participants (or we) find the need to do otherwise. We can discuss this after we arrive at Mountaineer Station in the morning and again when we gather folks or the End of Day ride. Back to Amphitheater and... anything besides ride leaders taking folks back from whence they came? Am I missing anything?

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Bike Drivers' Ed
by director 17 May '12

17 May '12

Good afternoon, Any chance we could start this program for Morgantown Drivers' Ed students? Nick http://vimeo.com/41026340 Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Re: [Bikeboard] (no subject)
by Gunnar Shogren 17 May '12

17 May '12

Done that, he's up to speed. Just some of the attachments and such weren't working for him. We are still a go! One of these days perhaps we can get you to put a subject in your emails Nick... :) On Thu, May 17, 2012 at 7:13 AM, director <director(a)positivespin.org> wrote: > Good morning,I was at Wamsley's yesterday getting a few last minute things for my trip from Colin and he happened to mention that he's been unable to find anything in his email inbox with a schedule of events for Bike to Work day on Friday. Could someone call or stop by and provide him with the info? I'm in Phillippi on my way to Iowa today and New Mexico tomorrow. where I'll be starting my ride. This is gonna look great on my Endomondo.NickNick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin803 East Brockway AveMorgantown, WVph 304-276-0213 > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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(no subject)
by director 17 May '12

17 May '12

Good morning,I was at Wamsley's yesterday getting a few last minute things for my trip from Colin and he happened to mention that he's been unable to find anything in his email inbox with a schedule of events for Bike to Work day on Friday. Could someone call or stop by and provide him with the info? I'm in Phillippi on my way to Iowa today and New Mexico tomorrow. where I'll be starting my ride. This is gonna look great on my Endomondo.NickNick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin803 East Brockway AveMorgantown, WVph 304-276-0213

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Fwd: Saris Bike Corral Contest
by Frank Gmeindl 16 May '12

16 May '12

Here's a ripe banana! Where will we put this bike corral? All we need to do is submit a photo that illustrates a great need, location or use for it. Anybody have such a photo or have one in mind? I'm thinking the rack beside Towers but we'd have to get the photo before students depart. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Chip Wamsley" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> > Date: May 1, 2012 6:21:08 PM EDT > To: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Fw: Saris Bike Corral Contest > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Saris" <sarissource(a)saris.com> > Sent 5/1/2012 1:47:27 PM > To: CHIP(a)WAMSLEYCYCLES.COM > Subject: Saris Bike Corral Contest > > If you have trouble reading this email, please visit the online version. > > > > Win a Saris Bike Corral > And Encourage Cycling in your Community > > Saris will give one bike corral to the entry that shows the greatest need, location or use of a bike corral. Simply submit a photo of where you would like to see a Saris Bike Corral on our Bike Corral Contest Tab on Facebook and include a brief description of why you would like to see a Saris Bike Corral in that location. > > It's simple to enter > Option 1: > Visit our Facebook Contest Page and upload your picture and description using the form before May 25, 2012 > Option 2: > Email your photo and brief description to Heather at hfortune(a)saris.com before May 25, 2012 > Include your name and a phone number where you can be reached > Contest Timeline > Entries must be submitted between May 1 - May 25, 2012 > > Three finalists will be selected and posted on our website for online voting from May 29 - May 30, 2012 > > The Winner will be announced on May 31, 2012 > > Saris Parking Representatives are available to assist with product specs., installation recommendations and other details needed for public approval. Contact Jonathon at jtupper(a)saris.com > > For more information and official rules, www.saris.com/bike-corral-contest > > > > > From Benelux Cafe Cycling: > Pictured is the temporary "bike corral" stacked with bikes at Benelux Cafe in Raleigh, NC. It is brought out once a week for rides and for special events and it’s always brimming with bicycles. Coming soon is a permanent Saris Bike Corral, NC’s first ever! (Photo by Swift-Bennet Photography) > > > > This email was published by Saris Cycling Group. To be removed from our mailing list, simply visit here to opt out. > > Forward to a friend > > This email was sent by: > Saris Cycling Group > 5253 Verona Rd > Madison, WI 53711, United States > > Update your profile > > >

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DP article, "Morgantown among the 'bicycle friendly'
by Frank Gmeindl 16 May '12

16 May '12

Thanks to Derek, Traci, NIck and Chip for participating in last night's WVDOT statewide bicycling interconnectivity workshops. Article in today's Dominion Post, Morgantown among the 'bicycle friendly' on page 2-D: http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMi8wNS8xNiNBcj… Attached are the comments that I read at the first workshop and then sent to WVDOT after the workshop. Frank

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Bicycling Education in Netherlands
by Frank Gmeindl 16 May '12

16 May '12

The article, "Why There's No War Between Drivers and Cyclists in the Netherlands" at http://www.theatlanticcities.com/commute/2012/05/why-theres-no-war-between-… , especially the first video in it, encourages me that achieving Safe Routes to Schools and establishing Safe Routes to Schools education in all the schools is the project in our plan that can have the most impace. What do you think? 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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Signs
by Frank Gmeindl 15 May '12

15 May '12

Bicycle Board Members, See attached photo. I got 2 of these signs in the mail today. What should I do with them? I'd like to get a picture of all of us putting one up somewhere. Any ideas where and when? I'm sure we'll have to ask the Public Works Dept. for permission and help. Frank

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Derek Springston has invited you to join a team on Endomondo...
by Endomondo 15 May '12

15 May '12

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WVU Bike to Work Press Release
by Traci Liebig 15 May '12

15 May '12

Hi Bike Board, Just wanted to pass along the link to WVU's release about BTWW. http://wvutoday.wvu.edu/n/2012/05/14/wvu-celebrates-bike-to-work-day-with-p… Thanks! Traci

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Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Feedback Report
by Frank Gmeindl 15 May '12

15 May '12

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is LAB's feedback on our BFC application. I'm encouraged to see that the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan includes most of what they're saying we should do. What do you think we should do with this feedback and with whom do you think we should share it? 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: Nicole Wynands <nicole(a)bikeleague.org> > Date: May 14, 2012 4:42:16 PM EDT > To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Bicycle Friendly Community Feedback Report > > Dear Frank, > > Thank you again for submitting your Bicycle Friendly Community application. Please find the feedback on how to improve the community for cycling attached. Please share this document with your partners and local bike advocacy groups. > > We would like to send a copy of the feedback to the local reviewers that participated in the judging process of your application. Please let us know by May 18 if you would prefer that we do not share the feedback with the local reviewers. > > The award will be current for four years so your designation will be up for renewal in 2016. At that point your community will be reevaluated so we urge you to make as many improvements as possible in the meantime! BFC staff will continue to work with you to encourage continual improvements. > > Once again, congratulations on receiving the Bicycle Friendly Community designation. > > 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 > > May is Bike Month! Find and post events here, and don’t forget to sign up for the National Bike Challenge! > > >

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Fw: Attention West Virginia: Input Needed on Regional Bike Plans
by Christiaan Abildso 15 May '12

15 May '12

FYI... ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Rails-to-Trails Conservancy <railtrails(a)railstotrails.org> To: cabildso(a)yahoo.com Sent: Thursday, May 3, 2012 10:00 PM Subject: Attention West Virginia: Input Needed on Regional Bike Plans West Virginia Residents: Your Input Needed! Great news for the residents and businesses of West Virginia, with the Department of Transportation (WVDOT) announcing that it will be gathering public input for a series of regional bicycle plans in population centers across the state. The study is being funded by a federal Transportation and Community System Preservation Grant, and will identify opportunities to improve interstate and regional connectivity for bicycling. All interested parties are encouraged to attend the meeting in their area, or submit written comments. The public meeting will focus on the geographic region where the meeting will be held, but will also present and receive comments on the other regions of the state. All meetings will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. There will be brief presentations at 4, 5 and 6 p.m., followed by an opportunity to give comments in a workshop style setting. Public meetings will be held at the following locations: May 3, 2012 Ranson City Hall Council Chambers 312 South Mildred Street Ranson, WV 25438 May 14, 2012 West Virginia Independence Hall 1528 Market Street Wheeling, WV 26003 May 7, 2012 City Service Center 915 Quarrier Street Charleston, WV 25301 May 15, 2012 City Building Council Chambers 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 May 8, 2012 Tri-State Transit Authority 1251 4th Avenue Huntington, WV 25701 May 21, 2012 City Hall Council Chambers 942 Washington Street, West Lewisburg, WV 24901 May 10, 2012 Municipal Building 2nd Floor Executive Conference Room 1 Government Square Parkersburg, WV 26101 May 22, 2012 City Building Council Chambers 401 Davis Avenue Elkins, WV 26241 Written comments can be dropped in a comment box at the workshop, or mailed to: Robert Pennington, P.E. Director, Program Planning and Administration Division West Virginia Department of Transportation Capital Complex Building Five, 8th Floor 1900 Kanawha Boulevard East Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430 If you would like to be added to the West Virginia Rails-to-Trails Council list for future statewide messages about trails, please email Ella Belling at ella(a)montrails.org. The Council is not affiliated with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, but works within the state to advocate for trails. Photo courtsey of WVLiving.com || home|| forward to a friend|| unsubscribe|| view in browser Rails-to-Trails Conservancy 2121 Ward Ct., NW 5th Floor Washington, DC 20037 202.331.9696

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Re: [Bikeboard] [MonBikeClub] Fwd: Attention West Virginia: Input Needed on Regional Bike Plans
by Frank Gmeindl 14 May '12

14 May '12

Reminder: Statewide interconnectivity workshops tomorrow, Tuesday, May 15, 4 pm - 6:30 pm Morgantown City Hall, 389 Spruce St., Council Chambers. You don't have to come for the full 2.5 hours. I understand they will have 3 sessions, each beginning on the hour with a short presentation and then work for the rest of the hour. Please come and improve road cycling! 4ank On May 13, 2012, at 9:05 AM, Gerald Audet wrote: > Not sure I can make the meeting, but I wanted to just say that the roads that you highlight below are all the same that I think of when I think of cycling routes that need to be improved- it's a very good short list. ESPECIALLY 857. I would use it a lot more if it was more bike friendly (I still use it some now). > > This is a great thing; I hope that we can all make a difference and get some or all of these proposed improvements. > > On Sun, May 13, 2012 at 8:15 AM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Reminder: Attend Tuesday's (May 15, 4 pm - 6:30 pm) WVDOT statewide bicycle plan meeting in Morgantown City Council chambers (389 Spruce St.) > > In preparation for next Tuesday's meeting, Peggy Pings organized a pre-meeting as I related to you in my last meesage (below) on this subject. Five people attended: 2 cyclists, 3 trails advocates. > > The meeting was productive. The trails advocates were very attentive to my explaining how improving just a few road routes, e.g. Rts. 100, 857, 7, 19 and 73 could enable local cyclists to safely and fearlessly get to some of the best riding in the world in addition to getting to PA and MD. I attached to this message a photo of a Morgantown map that I marked up to illustrate how much marvelous riding there is around here and how the aforementioned corridors can be gateways to that riding if they were a bit more bicycle-friendly, e.g. by signing them with Share the Road signs, or better, Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs and widening uphill climbing lanes and blind curves so motor vehicles can safely pass bicycles without crossing the center line. > > We all reached consensus for Tuesday to support improvements on those corridors with Rts. 100 and 857 being the highest priorities. > > Of course, the trail advocates were primarily interested in developing more trails and that's fine too. Peggy brought a very nice map that showed the existing trails and the gaps that need to be filled. Looking at the maps, I was impressed at how close we are to having a seamless network. > > <IMG_0454.jpg> > > > 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: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >> Date: May 4, 2012 11:04:44 AM EDT >> To: monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com, CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com, Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> >> Subject: Attention West Virginia: Input Needed on Regional Bike Plans >> >> I've posted two messages to these groups passing on WVDOT's invitation to participate in the May 15 statewide interconnectivity workshop at Morgantown City Hall 4-6:30 pm or any of the other dozen or so workshops around the state this month. >> >> Yesterday, I learned that some politicians have been phoning people to ensure that "knowledgeable people" show up to give their input. Any of you get a call? Do you think road-cyclists will be adequately represented? Do you think the outcome of these workshops will be improved road routes? If there's any money available, do you think it will go to making the road cycling better? >> >> Not if you don't show up. >> >> BTW, the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan, http://db.tt/WbRG4WzL was unanimously adopted by Morgantown City Council Tuesday and the Mayor proclaimed May Bike Month in Morgantown. May 9: Bike to School Day; May 14-18: Bike to Work Week; May 18: Bike to Work Day... need roads for that, got 'em, use 'em. >> >> 4ank >> >> >> Begin forwarded message: >> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> ----- Forwarded Message ----- >>> From: Rails-to-Trails Conservancy <railtrails(a)railstotrails.org> >>> Sent: Thursday, May 3, 2012 10:00 PM >>> Subject: Attention West Virginia: Input Needed on Regional Bike Plans >>> >>> >>> West Virginia Residents: Your Input Needed! >>> >>> Great news for the residents and businesses of West Virginia, with the Department of Transportation (WVDOT) announcing that it will be gathering public input for a series of regional bicycle plans in population centers across the state. >>> The study is being funded by a federal Transportation and Community System Preservation Grant, and will identify opportunities to improve interstate and regional connectivity for bicycling. >>> All interested parties are encouraged to attend the meeting in their area, or submit written comments. The public meeting will focus on the geographic region where the meeting will be held, but will also present and receive comments on the other regions of the state. >>> All meetings will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. There will be brief presentations at 4, 5 and 6 p.m., followed by an opportunity to give comments in a workshop style setting. >>> >>> >>> Public meetings will be held at the following locations: >>> May 3, 2012 >>> Ranson City Hall >>> Council Chambers >>> 312 South Mildred Street >>> Ranson, WV 25438 >>> May 14, 2012 >>> West Virginia Independence Hall >>> 1528 Market Street >>> Wheeling, WV 26003 >>> May 7, 2012 >>> City Service Center >>> 915 Quarrier Street >>> Charleston, WV 25301 >>> May 15, 2012 >>> City Building >>> Council Chambers >>> 389 Spruce Street >>> Morgantown, WV 26505 >>> May 8, 2012 >>> Tri-State Transit Authority >>> 1251 4th Avenue >>> Huntington, WV 25701 >>> May 21, 2012 >>> City Hall >>> Council Chambers >>> 942 Washington Street, West >>> Lewisburg, WV 24901 >>> May 10, 2012 >>> Municipal Building >>> 2nd Floor >>> Executive Conference Room >>> 1 Government Square >>> Parkersburg, WV 26101 >>> May 22, 2012 >>> City Building >>> Council Chambers >>> 401 Davis Avenue >>> Elkins, WV 26241 >>> Written comments can be dropped in a comment box at the workshop, or mailed to: >>> Robert Pennington, P.E. >>> Director, Program Planning and Administration Division >>> West Virginia Department of Transportation >>> Capital Complex Building Five, 8th Floor >>> 1900 Kanawha Boulevard East >>> Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430 >>> If you would like to be added to the West Virginia Rails-to-Trails Council list for future statewide messages about trails, please email Ella Belling at ella(a)montrails.org. The Council is not affiliated with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, but works within the state to advocate for trails. >>> Photo courtsey of WVLiving.com >>> >>> >>> || home|| forward to a friend|| unsubscribe|| view in browser >>> Rails-to-Trails Conservancy >>> 2121 Ward Ct., NW >>> 5th Floor >>> Washington, DC 20037 >>> 202.331.9696 >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Bikeboard mailing list >>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> > > > > > -- > -Jerry > Bid me run, and I will strive with things impossible. > ~ Shakespeare, Julius Caesar > > Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail

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PRESS RELEASE: Morgantown Receives Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community Recognition
by Susan Sullivan 14 May '12

14 May '12

Please find attached a press release regarding Morgantown being named the first Bicycle Friendly Community in West Virginia. Feel free to email me with any questions you may have! Susan Sullivan, Public Communications Manager City of Morgantown 389 Spruce Street, Office 16 Morgantown, WV 26505 ( 304) 284-7426 - C (304) 290-5274 - F (304) 284-7430 Facebook | Twitter | Google+ | YouTube | iTunes

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Bicycle Friendly Award Certificate
by Frank Gmeindl 14 May '12

14 May '12

Misters Mayor and City Manager, I have received the Bicycle Friendly Award Certificate (scan attached) from the League of American Bicyclists. Would you like to display it somewhere? If so, please let me know to whom to give it. FYI, we have also received road signs and a seal (images attached). We are developing recommendations for their use. Nominally, we may recommend a sign entering Morgantown at each gateway on routes 19, 7, 119, 857 and 705. The seal is on a press release that will be published tomorrow. 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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Bike Friendly Community list released
by Christiaan Abildso 14 May '12

14 May '12

The cat's out of the bag in the blogosphere: http://blog.bikeleague.org/blog/2012/05/congratulations-to-new-and-renewed-… Full list at: http://blog.bikeleague.org/blog//blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Spring12BF… Again, congrats on the recognition for your hard work! Christiaan

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Re: [Bikeboard] BFC questions from the League of American Bicyclists
by Frank Gmeindl 14 May '12

14 May '12

Thanks, Lindsay! Frank On May 14, 2012, at 1:28 PM, Lindsay Plante wrote: > The post will appear in our blog (found here- http://blog.bikeleague.org/blog/) with in the next week or so. > > On Mon, May 14, 2012 at 12:13 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > My pleasure! Can you tell me where it will appear? I'd like to send a link to public officials. > > Frank > > On May 14, 2012, at 12:06 PM, Lindsay Plante wrote: > >> Thank you so much for your help, this is great information! >> >> On Mon, May 14, 2012 at 12:02 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> Lindsay, >> >> Following are answers to your questions. >> >> -Why did Morgantown decide to apply for BFC status? >> >> We first applied in 2007 to establish a structure for making Morgantown more bicycle-friendly. We applied again in 2012 to gauge our progress. >> >> -What is Morgantown's eventual goal? >> >> Morgantown's vision is that all residents ride their bicycles safely and fearlessly anytime, anywhere for any reason. Our goal is by 2020 to have bicycles be 5% of all vehicles on Morgantown streets. Our mission is to get the everyday commuter, student or employee, to look beyond Morgantown’s hilly terrain and see the potential cycling holds for him or her individually and our community. Our city has seen unprecedented growth in the past few decades and a result of that is traffic congestion in popular university and commercial areas. Cycling offers congestion relief as well as personal benefits to body, mind, and pocketbook! >> >> -How has cycle culture developed in Morgantown? How have community members responded? >> >> More people have started using bicycles for commuting. The bike culture among existing cyclists seems to have grown as well. At any time of day, at least on nice days, you're likely to see people cycling wherever you look around town. >> >> -Have any challenges arisen in becoming more bike friendly? how can communities overcome such challenges? How can communities overcome such challenges? >> >> Morgantown's biggest challenges are the narrow, twisty, hilly streets that have little room for cars let alone bicycles and the lack of money in the city budget to implement infrastructure improvements. Morgantown is not different from other locales in which politics, lack of resources, and general resistance to change play a role. We’ve worked hard to garner small wins in Morgantown—bike rack loops in our downtown area, a successful cycling education course funded with a grant and city funds, and now our designation as a BFC. There’s no switch you flip to become bike-friendly. We want our citizens to see the sum of all of these activities, and eventually draw their own conclusion that seeing cyclists on the road is the norm. Overcoming challenges requires continuous cooperative effort among all stakeholders in the success of becoming a bicycle-friendly community. >> >> -Why do you believe cycling is important in your community? >> >> It will ease the traffic burden that increases when the student population is in town as well as the obvious health and economic benefits. For individuals, cycling improves health and fitness, saves money, makes better use of time and reduces stress. Community-wide it increases social interaction, makes a quieter and cleaner city and reduces the cost of maintaining roads and traffic services. Other cities in WV could really benefit from Morgantown's example. >> >> -Why should other communities work to become more bike-friendly? >> >> They would achieve similar benefits as mentioned above and make for a more bicycle-friendly nation. >> >> -What is next on the horizon for bike-friendly Morgantown? for cycling advocacy? >> >> To obtain funding to implement our comprehensive bicycle plan. >> >> (Any personal or community anecdotes you might have would be perfect; we'd love for the entire BFA community to get excited about Morgantown's progress and find inspiration for their own communities!) >> >> One local cyclist started commuting and used a tag-a-long to take his daughters to day care. One afternoon he overheard the other kids talking about how cool it was that her Dad brought to school on a bike! >> >> I hope these answers are useful! Thanks again for recognizing Morgantown! >> >> 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 >> >> >> On May 11, 2012, at 11:52 AM, Lindsay Plante wrote: >> >>> Not to worry, that's definitely something we understand. >>> >>> On Fri, May 11, 2012 at 11:50 AM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: >>> Lindsay, >>> >>> Thanks for the prompt feedback. We'll do our best but we're all pretty occupied right now preparing for Bike Week. I'll definitely contact you again Monday. >>> >>> Frank >>> >>> On May 11, 2012, at 11:46 AM, Lindsay Plante wrote: >>> >>>> We'd love to begin posting in the first few days of next week, so at your earliest convenience, but responses that come after that will still be featured. In the end we're definitely more concerned with collecting good stories than posting what we have first thing on Monday. Thank you! >>>> >>>> On Fri, May 11, 2012 at 11:40 AM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: >>>> Lindsay, >>>> >>>> Thanks for contacting me. We would be delighted to answer your questions. How much time do we have? >>>> >>>> >>>> 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 >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> On May 11, 2012, at 10:23 AM, Lindsay Plante wrote: >>>> >>>>> Hi Frank, >>>>> >>>>> I'm contacting you from the League of American Bicyclists. We're so excited about Morgantown's progress in becoming a more bike friendly community! As we get ready to release the Bike Friendly Community awards next week, we're looking to have a few blog posts featuring different BFCs. We would love to highlight Morgantown becoming the first BFC in West Virginia. Any insight you could give on the following questions would be great! >>>>> >>>>> -Why did Morgantown decide to apply for BFC status? >>>>> -What is Morgantown's eventual goal? >>>>> -How has cycle culture developed in Morgantown? How have community members responded? >>>>> -Have any challenges arisen in becoming more bike friendly? how can communities overcome such challenges? >>>>> -Why do you believe cycling is important in your community? Why should other communities work to become more bike-friendly? >>>>> -What is next on the horizon for bike-friendly Morgantown? for cycling advocacy? >>>>> >>>>> (Any personal or community anecdotes you might have would be perfect; we'd love for the entire BFA community to get excited about Morgantown's progress and find inspiration for their own communities!) >>>>> >>>>> Thank you so much for your help and let me know if you have any questions about the feature! >>>>> >>>>> Best, >>>>> >>>>> Lindsay Plante >>>>> >>>>> --- >>>>> Communications Intern >>>>> Bike Friendly America >>>>> League of American Bicyclists >>>> >>>> >>> >>> >> >> > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] BFC questions from the League of American Bicyclists
by Frank Gmeindl 14 May '12

14 May '12

Lindsay, Following are answers to your questions. -Why did Morgantown decide to apply for BFC status? We first applied in 2007 to establish a structure for making Morgantown more bicycle-friendly. We applied again in 2012 to gauge our progress. -What is Morgantown's eventual goal? Morgantown's vision is that all residents ride their bicycles safely and fearlessly anytime, anywhere for any reason. Our goal is by 2020 to have bicycles be 5% of all vehicles on Morgantown streets. Our mission is to get the everyday commuter, student or employee, to look beyond Morgantown’s hilly terrain and see the potential cycling holds for him or her individually and our community. Our city has seen unprecedented growth in the past few decades and a result of that is traffic congestion in popular university and commercial areas. Cycling offers congestion relief as well as personal benefits to body, mind, and pocketbook! -How has cycle culture developed in Morgantown? How have community members responded? More people have started using bicycles for commuting. The bike culture among existing cyclists seems to have grown as well. At any time of day, at least on nice days, you're likely to see people cycling wherever you look around town. -Have any challenges arisen in becoming more bike friendly? how can communities overcome such challenges? How can communities overcome such challenges? Morgantown's biggest challenges are the narrow, twisty, hilly streets that have little room for cars let alone bicycles and the lack of money in the city budget to implement infrastructure improvements. Morgantown is not different from other locales in which politics, lack of resources, and general resistance to change play a role. We’ve worked hard to garner small wins in Morgantown—bike rack loops in our downtown area, a successful cycling education course funded with a grant and city funds, and now our designation as a BFC. There’s no switch you flip to become bike-friendly. We want our citizens to see the sum of all of these activities, and eventually draw their own conclusion that seeing cyclists on the road is the norm. Overcoming challenges requires continuous cooperative effort among all stakeholders in the success of becoming a bicycle-friendly community. -Why do you believe cycling is important in your community? It will ease the traffic burden that increases when the student population is in town as well as the obvious health and economic benefits. For individuals, cycling improves health and fitness, saves money, makes better use of time and reduces stress. Community-wide it increases social interaction, makes a quieter and cleaner city and reduces the cost of maintaining roads and traffic services. Other cities in WV could really benefit from Morgantown's example. -Why should other communities work to become more bike-friendly? They would achieve similar benefits as mentioned above and make for a more bicycle-friendly nation. -What is next on the horizon for bike-friendly Morgantown? for cycling advocacy? To obtain funding to implement our comprehensive bicycle plan. (Any personal or community anecdotes you might have would be perfect; we'd love for the entire BFA community to get excited about Morgantown's progress and find inspiration for their own communities!) One local cyclist started commuting and used a tag-a-long to take his daughters to day care. One afternoon he overheard the other kids talking about how cool it was that her Dad brought to school on a bike! I hope these answers are useful! Thanks again for recognizing Morgantown! 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 On May 11, 2012, at 11:52 AM, Lindsay Plante wrote: > Not to worry, that's definitely something we understand. > > On Fri, May 11, 2012 at 11:50 AM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: > Lindsay, > > Thanks for the prompt feedback. We'll do our best but we're all pretty occupied right now preparing for Bike Week. I'll definitely contact you again Monday. > > Frank > > On May 11, 2012, at 11:46 AM, Lindsay Plante wrote: > >> We'd love to begin posting in the first few days of next week, so at your earliest convenience, but responses that come after that will still be featured. In the end we're definitely more concerned with collecting good stories than posting what we have first thing on Monday. Thank you! >> >> On Fri, May 11, 2012 at 11:40 AM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: >> Lindsay, >> >> Thanks for contacting me. We would be delighted to answer your questions. How much time do we have? >> >> >> 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 >> >> >> >> On May 11, 2012, at 10:23 AM, Lindsay Plante wrote: >> >>> Hi Frank, >>> >>> I'm contacting you from the League of American Bicyclists. We're so excited about Morgantown's progress in becoming a more bike friendly community! As we get ready to release the Bike Friendly Community awards next week, we're looking to have a few blog posts featuring different BFCs. We would love to highlight Morgantown becoming the first BFC in West Virginia. Any insight you could give on the following questions would be great! >>> >>> -Why did Morgantown decide to apply for BFC status? >>> -What is Morgantown's eventual goal? >>> -How has cycle culture developed in Morgantown? How have community members responded? >>> -Have any challenges arisen in becoming more bike friendly? how can communities overcome such challenges? >>> -Why do you believe cycling is important in your community? Why should other communities work to become more bike-friendly? >>> -What is next on the horizon for bike-friendly Morgantown? for cycling advocacy? >>> >>> (Any personal or community anecdotes you might have would be perfect; we'd love for the entire BFA community to get excited about Morgantown's progress and find inspiration for their own communities!) >>> >>> Thank you so much for your help and let me know if you have any questions about the feature! >>> >>> Best, >>> >>> Lindsay Plante >>> >>> --- >>> Communications Intern >>> Bike Friendly America >>> League of American Bicyclists >> >> > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Friendly WV Cities
by Chet Parsons 14 May '12

14 May '12

Yep On May 14, 2012 11:04 AM, "director" <director(a)positivespin.org> wrote: > Good morning, > I congratulated Stacy Bisker in Huntington on getting BFC status, however > they're at "Honorable Mention" level. Are we Bronze? > Nick > > Nick Hein LCI# 1705 > Director, Positive Spin > 803 East Brockway Ave > Morgantown, WV > ph 304-276-0213 > > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Christiaan Abildso" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> > Sent 5/13/2012 3:52:12 PM > To: "Ryan Post" <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com>, "'Derek Springston'" < > dspringston(a)gmail.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Cc: "'Bike Board - Morgantown'" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Signs > > Building upon the state bike route connectivity idea, maybe the signs > should go on the routes that would connect cyclists from around the state > (and out of state) - per Frank's recent email: "We all reached consensus > for Tuesday to support improvements on those corridors with Rts. 100 and > 857 being the highest priorities" > > Thus, my recommendation would be to sign those two routes as they may be > the most trafficked, or whichever routes the state DOH agrees to designate > as "bike routes" (or whatever other designation they choose). That said, > I'm not sure the best place that would welcome people to Morgantown on rte > 100 (crossing Westover bridge?) or 857 (705 from Mileground as > recommended?). > Just my 2 cents. Such great momentum for cycling - thanks to all for the > hard work! > Christiaan > > *From:* Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> > *To:* 'Derek Springston' <dspringston(a)gmail.com>; 'Frank Gmeindl' < > fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > *Cc:* 'Bike Board - Morgantown' <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > *Sent:* Saturday, May 12, 2012 3:51 PM > *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] Signs > > I would think there’s 3 main entrys. From Star City, Mileground, and > Don Knotts. > > Don Knotts has RT in view, and also has STR signage. 705 from Mileground > has signage, does Mileground? Going to Coll from Star City would be a top > pick for me, but would happen to be on one of the worst places to ride for > most; there is a WVU Cycling Adopt a Highway sign at the Corner in front of > Sheetz in Granville. > > *From:* bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] > *On Behalf Of *Derek Springston > *Sent:* Saturday, May 12, 2012 1:33 PM > *To:* Frank Gmeindl > *Cc:* Bike Board - Morgantown > *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] Signs > > BB Members, > Similar, but not exact to what Chip stated, I think the best locations to > place our new signs are near the Coliseum on Mon Blvd and near the Westover > Bridge on University Ave. One other option may be at the 705 and Van > Voorhis intersection. > Derek > On Fri, May 11, 2012 at 8:01 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > Bicycle Board Members, > > See attached photo. I got 2 of these signs in the mail today. What > should I do with them? I'd like to get a picture of all of us putting one > up somewhere. Any ideas where and when? I'm sure we'll have to ask the > Public Works Dept. for permission and help. > > Frank > > _______________________________________________ > 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* > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing listBikeboard@cheat.orghttp://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Bike Friendly WV Cities
by director 14 May '12

14 May '12

Good morning, I congratulated Stacy Bisker in Huntington on getting BFC status, however they're at "Honorable Mention" level. Are we Bronze? Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Christiaan Abildso" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> Sent 5/13/2012 3:52:12 PM To: "Ryan Post" <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com>, "'Derek Springston'" <dspringston(a)gmail.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Cc: "'Bike Board - Morgantown'" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Signs Building upon the state bike route connectivity idea, maybe the signs should go on the routes that would connect cyclists from around the state (and out of state) - per Frank's recent email: "We all reached consensus for Tuesday to support improvements on those corridors with Rts. 100 and 857 being the highest priorities" Thus, my recommendation would be to sign those two routes as they may be the most trafficked, or whichever routes the state DOH agrees to designate as "bike routes" (or whatever other designation they choose). That said, I'm not sure the best place that would welcome people to Morgantown on rte 100 (crossing Westover bridge?) or 857 (705 from Mileground as recommended?). Just my 2 cents. Such great momentum for cycling - thanks to all for the hard work! Christiaan From: Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> To: 'Derek Springston' <dspringston(a)gmail.com>; 'Frank Gmeindl' <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Cc: 'Bike Board - Morgantown' <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Sent: Saturday, May 12, 2012 3:51 PM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Signs I would think there’s 3 main entrys. From Star City, Mileground, and Don Knotts. Don Knotts has RT in view, and also has STR signage. 705 from Mileground has signage, does Mileground? Going to Coll from Star City would be a top pick for me, but would happen to be on one of the worst places to ride for most; there is a WVU Cycling Adopt a Highway sign at the Corner in front of Sheetz in Granville. From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On Behalf Of Derek Springston Sent: Saturday, May 12, 2012 1:33 PM To: Frank Gmeindl Cc: Bike Board - Morgantown Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Signs BB Members, Similar, but not exact to what Chip stated, I think the best locations to place our new signs are near the Coliseum on Mon Blvd and near the Westover Bridge on University Ave. One other option may be at the 705 and Van Voorhis intersection. Derek On Fri, May 11, 2012 at 8:01 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: Bicycle Board Members, See attached photo. I got 2 of these signs in the mail today. What should I do with them? I'd like to get a picture of all of us putting one up somewhere. Any ideas where and when? I'm sure we'll have to ask the Public Works Dept. for permission and help. Frank _______________________________________________ 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Teachable moments in May
by director 13 May '12

13 May '12

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Re: [Bikeboard] Thanks to Nick
by director 13 May '12

13 May '12

Frank, Thanks for the thanks. However, no one showed up to take the class(?!) About 10:30 John Gaddis came to take pictures, so we talked for a bit about rescheduling but I won't do it until I get back in June. I don't believe that anyone responded to Paul Steele's announcement for the class so it wasn't totally unexpected, but I missed the planning meeting for the DOT meeting - which I regret. How did that go? Had a great afternoon at the shop, working with community service volunteers, helping members get project bikes finished and completing a bike for a Mother's Day present for a customer. Seems I've been having the best effect at the grass roots. Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 5/12/2012 7:32:32 AM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Thanks to Nick Thanks to Nick Hein for spending this gorgeous Saturday when we'd all rather be riding conducting a safety workshop on behalf of the Bicycle Board for the South Park Association of Neighbors and the Greenmont Neighborhood Association. See newspaper announcement at http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMi8wNS8xMiNBcj… As you will recall, at the February Traffic Commission meeting the Second Ward Traffic Commissioner asked the Bicycle Board for guidance on conducting a bicycling event in South Park. Thanks to Nick, not only is South Park but also Greenmont getting their kids educated (for free) to ride their bikes safely in Morgantown. Thanks, Nick! 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Signs
by Chip Wamsley 12 May '12

12 May '12

To all, With only two signs, I would say somewherre on South University Ave and coming in from the North in the area of the Coliseum. I agree with Christian's idea for a good "press" moment, but Nick's idea is pretty good too! Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 5/11/2012 8:01:01 PM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Signs Bicycle Board Members, See attached photo. I got 2 of these signs in the mail today. What should I do with them? I'd like to get a picture of all of us putting one up somewhere. Any ideas where and when? I'm sure we'll have to ask the Public Works Dept. for permission and help. Frank _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Signs
by director 12 May '12

12 May '12

Frank, I suggest that we all get together and run through the streets together carrying you on our shoulders holding up the sign and cheering joyfully and fearlessly. I'm open to other suggestions of course. Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 5/11/2012 8:01:01 PM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Signs Bicycle Board Members, See attached photo. I got 2 of these signs in the mail today. What should I do with them? I'd like to get a picture of all of us putting one up somewhere. Any ideas where and when? I'm sure we'll have to ask the Public Works Dept. for permission and help. Frank _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Thanks to Nick
by Frank Gmeindl 12 May '12

12 May '12

Thanks to Nick Hein for spending this gorgeous Saturday when we'd all rather be riding conducting a safety workshop on behalf of the Bicycle Board for the South Park Association of Neighbors and the Greenmont Neighborhood Association. See newspaper announcement at http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMi8wNS8xMiNBcj… As you will recall, at the February Traffic Commission meeting the Second Ward Traffic Commissioner asked the Bicycle Board for guidance on conducting a bicycling event in South Park. Thanks to Nick, not only is South Park but also Greenmont getting their kids educated (for free) to ride their bikes safely in Morgantown. Thanks, Nick! 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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Bike Month Proclamation
by Frank Gmeindl 12 May '12

12 May '12

Bicycle Board Members, The original Bike Month Proclamation with pretty gold seal and all is setting on my desk. Would someone please take on the task of getting it posted somewhere better than my desk before Bike Month is over? 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: BFC questions from the League of American Bicyclists
by Frank Gmeindl 11 May '12

11 May '12

Nick, Thanks for the suggestions! I wonder if they'll trigger any additional inputs from other BB members. Frank On May 11, 2012, at 12:39 PM, director wrote: > Frank, > I've got a few answers, I realize they may be different from the Bike Board's > > -Why did Morgantown decide to apply for BFC status? > > -What is Morgantown's eventual goal?-How has cycle culture developed in Morgantown? How have community members responded? > Reduction in motor vehicle traffic of 80% by the year 2040 - this is necessary worldwide to avoid global climate disaster. We can do it here. > > -Have any challenges arisen in becoming more bike friendly? how can communities overcome such challenges? > Fossil fuel industries (particularly gas fracking) have stepped up their activities in the area with large and heavy trucks, in addition to the coal and gravel trucks that have long crowded and crumbled our local roads. These commercial trucks are allowed on city roads that would provide the best biking routes. > > -Why do you believe cycling is important in your community? > Individually it improves health and fitness, saves money, makes better use of time and reduces stress. Community-wide it increases social interaction, makes a quieter and cleaner city and reduces the cost of maintaining roads and traffic services. > > Why should other communities work to become more bike-friendly? > For the reason above, and because we need to reduce motor vehicle traffic WORLDWIDE by 80%. Every community needs to accomplish this. > > -What is next on the horizon for bike-friendly Morgantown? for cycling advocacy? > More bike events to get new cyclists started. Better education and facilities to keep new cyclists riding - safely and enjoyably. A bike-pedestrian coordinator (paid) position shared between the city and university. > > (Any personal or community anecdotes you might have would be perfect; we'd love for the entire BFA community to get excited about Morgantown's progress and find inspiration for their own communities!) > I wouldn't know where to start, but Roger Dotson could give a good personal testimonial about how he came to be a full-time bike commuter. > > Nick Hein LCI# 1705 > Director, Positive Spin > 803 East Brockway Ave > Morgantown, WV > ph 304-276-0213 >

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Huntington also BFC
by Frank Gmeindl 11 May '12

11 May '12

Terrence and Bicycle Board Members, Perry Keller just informed me that Huntington was also recognized by LAB a a Bicycle Friendly Community. 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] BFC questions from the League of American Bicyclists
by Frank Gmeindl 11 May '12

11 May '12

Lindsay, Thanks for contacting me. We would be delighted to answer your questions. How much time do we have? 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 On May 11, 2012, at 10:23 AM, Lindsay Plante wrote: > Hi Frank, > > I'm contacting you from the League of American Bicyclists. We're so excited about Morgantown's progress in becoming a more bike friendly community! As we get ready to release the Bike Friendly Community awards next week, we're looking to have a few blog posts featuring different BFCs. We would love to highlight Morgantown becoming the first BFC in West Virginia. Any insight you could give on the following questions would be great! > > -Why did Morgantown decide to apply for BFC status? > -What is Morgantown's eventual goal? > -How has cycle culture developed in Morgantown? How have community members responded? > -Have any challenges arisen in becoming more bike friendly? how can communities overcome such challenges? > -Why do you believe cycling is important in your community? Why should other communities work to become more bike-friendly? > -What is next on the horizon for bike-friendly Morgantown? for cycling advocacy? > > (Any personal or community anecdotes you might have would be perfect; we'd love for the entire BFA community to get excited about Morgantown's progress and find inspiration for their own communities!) > > Thank you so much for your help and let me know if you have any questions about the feature! > > Best, > > Lindsay Plante > > --- > Communications Intern > Bike Friendly America > League of American Bicyclists

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Re: [Bikeboard] BFC - Morgantown, WV Profile...
by Derek Springston 11 May '12

11 May '12

Nicole, After careful consideration by members of the Morgantown Bike Board, we submit these photos for inclusion on our LAB BFC Community profile website. If you need better quality or any changes with the photos, please let me know. Thanks! ~Derek On Thu, May 10, 2012 at 10:23 AM, Nicole Wynands <nicole(a)bikeleague.org>wrote: > All,**** > > ** ** > > I would hate for Traci’s work to go to waste, so I am happy to integrate > what I can. Most community profiles should have pictures, but unfortunately > we do not receive photos from all communities. We are usually looking for > photos of your bike infrastructure (preferably with (helmet-wearing) > cyclists in it, photos of community bike events, etc. Resolution >1 MB > would be best.**** > > ** ** > > Nicole**** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > *From:* Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] > *Sent:* Thursday, May 10, 2012 10:20 AM > *To:* Nicole Wynands > *Cc:* Derek Springston; Traci Liebig > *Subject:* Re: BFC - Morgantown, WV Profile...**** > > ** ** > > All,**** > > ** ** > > I did not understand that the LAB did the profile. The info that Nicole > quotes is directly from our application. It is fine. Looking at other > city's profile on the LAB website, I don't see any photos. Bill Nesper > requested photos for the profile. Now, I'm wondering if we could get some > more guidance on the photos that LAB needs and where they will be used. > Since Traci spent so much effort drafting community profile, I'll defer to > her judgement on what we think should be in Morgantown's community profile > but I also understand that LAB has a standard "look and feel" and if Nicole > chooses to go with the info that she sent us, I'm OK with that.**** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > 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* > > **** > > ** ** > > On May 10, 2012, at 9:54 AM, Nicole Wynands wrote:**** > > > > **** > > Derek,**** > > **** > > Actually, I was told today that the profiles need to be done by tonight. > If you like, you can send me what you have and I make it work for our > format. We can always make further edits later, as the profiles do not need > to be static. And yes, please send the photos as well!**** > > **** > > Best,**** > > **** > > 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 <bill(a)bikeleague.org>**** > > www.bikeleague.org**** > > **** > > May is Bike Month <http://www.bikeleague.org/bikemonth>! Find and post > events here <http://www.bikeleague.org/bikemonth>, and don’t forget to > sign up for the National Bike Challenge<http://www.nationalbikechallenge.org> > !**** > > **** > > *From:* Derek Springston [mailto:dspringston@gmail.com] > *Sent:* Thursday, May 10, 2012 9:49 AM > *To:* Traci Liebig; Frank Gmeindl > *Cc:* Nicole Wynands > *Subject:* Fwd: BFC - Morgantown, WV Profile...**** > > **** > > Traci and Frank,**** > > Please see the email below from Nicole with the LAB. I know several folks > have already commented on the draft you've put together. Are we at a point > that we can forward her what we've typed up?**** > > **** > > Nicole,**** > > What would be the cut-off for delivery of the profile we're preparing? > We've also put considerable energy into photos for the profile and are > selecting them right now. **** > > **** > > Thanks,**** > > ~Derek**** > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: *Nicole Wynands* <nicole(a)bikeleague.org> > Date: Thu, May 10, 2012 at 8:07 AM > Subject: RE: BFC - Morgantown, WV Profile... > To: "dspringston(a)gmail.com" <dspringston(a)gmail.com> > > > **** > > Hi Derek,**** > > **** > > Thank you for your offer to help with the community profile. Usually we > develop the profiles, but you are welcome to do the profile for Morgantown > if you so chose. We would need a fairly quick turnaround though, as we are > hoping to post the profiles early next week, preferably on Monday.**** > > **** > > Usually we start out with a couple facts and answers directly pulled from > the application. Then we edit it for content, flow, grammar, spelling and > third person speak. Here is what we pulled for Morgantown (unedited):**** > > **** > > *Community: Morgantown, WV***** > > Type: New**** > > Pop: 29660**** > > Area: 10.2**** > > Pop density: 2736 per / sq mi**** > > *Percentage of workforce bicycle commuting:* 1%**** > > *Recent bicycling investment: *Thousands of hours of effort and > approximately $30,000 (20% City, 80% State) in the Confident City Cycling > education program.**** > > *Three bicycling highlights:***** > > The number one reason Morgantown deserves to be designated a bicycle > friendly community is to keep the momentum going that our Bicycle Board has > created. The last few years have shown improvements in infrastructure and > education. Our new city manager is dedicated to implementing our > comprehensive bicycle plan. We are at the tipping point for big changes and > success breeds success.**** > > it is already serving as a model for the rest of the state (twice > achieving bicycle friendly state rank of 50). WV is almost always last in > polls for positive state attributes, but Morgantown 's Bicycle Board has > already established relationships with the state Department of > Transportation that may change that. We need to show the state that making > not only Morgantown but also other communities and the state bicycle > friendly will yield benefits to the health of the population as well as > drive its economy.**** > > The third reason Morgantown deserves to be designated a bicycle friendly > community is to provide an example for other communities nationally that > are challenged by extreme geography and outdated infrastructure. It 's easy > to get people on bikes in flat areas that have wide roads and room to build > dedicated trails but a practically impossible task in an area like ours > that also lacks a larger tax base. The out-of-the-box and creative ideas we > implement can help communities with problems similar to ours.**** > > *Percentage of arterial streets with dedicated bicycle facilities:* %**** > > *Bicycling education in* % of elementary schools and % of middle schools** > ** > > *Signature cycling events*: Appalachian Spring Spectacular has been held > almost every year since the early 70s. Approximately 100 cyclists usually > participate. It usually consists of 20-, 40- and 60-mile road tours but has > also included mountain bike trail and back road rides. In recent years, the > event has been the first Sunday in May and has been expanded to a 2-day > event with the Saturday bonus ride a very challenging long road ride.*** > * > > *Some coming bicycling improvements: *The Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan, > http://db.tt/2NaSlSZ4 lists more than 60 improvements for bicycling. The > schedule for implementing the improvements depends on the annual City > budget, which is variable, and on winning grant funding.**** > > **** > > 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 <bill(a)bikeleague.org>**** > > www.bikeleague.org**** > > **** > > May is Bike Month <http://www.bikeleague.org/bikemonth>! Find and post > events here <http://www.bikeleague.org/bikemonth>, and don’t forget to > sign up for the National Bike Challenge<http://www.nationalbikechallenge.org> > !**** > > **** > > **** > > **** > > **** > > **** > > **** > > **** > > ________________________________________**** > > From: Derek Springston [dspringston(a)gmail.com]**** > > Sent: Monday, April 30, 2012 1:07 PM**** > > To: BikeLeague**** > > Cc: Frank Gmeindl**** > > Subject: BFC - Morgantown, WV Profile...**** > > **** > > To Whom It May Concern,**** > > Morgantown, WV recently received the Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly > Community award. I am a Member of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board > and may help with creating the Community Profile. Do you have guidance > either online or something you could send us that would or may include > templates, examples, data needed, guidance docs, etc for us to be able to > understand what you like to see in a Community Profile... I suspect we > already have most of this info, but would like to format it similarly to > what other communities have submitted, if you'd like.**** > > **** > > Thanks,**** > > ~Derek Springston**** > > **** > > --**** > > 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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Vote for BFC Photos Now! :)
by Derek Springston 10 May '12

10 May '12

To All Bike Board Members, We need to pic photos for our BFC Community Award. Can you please take a look and vote ASAP!! I just got word today that our profile with pictures need to be delivered by today, so they can finalize what they'll put on our website. I'm not very available today due to being in a conference, but I should be able to check email somewhat regularly. I've copied Frank and Traci on another email to make sure that they're well aware the profile and photos need to be finalized and forwarded today... Please vote for your top 3 pictures... 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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Monongalia County Comprehensive Plan
by Chet Parsons 10 May '12

10 May '12

Folks - the first public meeting is scheduled for the development of the Mon County Comp Plan. I'd love it if the Bike Board could be in attendance to share some ideas on non-motorized activity outside of city limits. Right now, the only areas that the County Commission has approved for the plan are the four planning districts - Cheat Lake, Cheat Neck, West Run, and Stewartstown, but we're hoping to show that the entire county would benefit from a plan. As far as transportation, we're creating this plan to complement what the MPO, City of Morgantown, and Star City are doing with * Crossroads*, so a lot of the transportation direction will benefit from some consistency across the board between the two plans. All the information can be found on our blog at planmoncounty.com Let me know if you have any questions! Chet

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Thank You & National Bike Challenge
by Christiaan Abildso 10 May '12

10 May '12

Ladies & gents - First, thank you to all of those that organized and rode on the Spring Spectacular last weekend...as a first time group road rider, I felt very welcomed and encouraged to ride along with others. I learned quite a bit on proper group riding/communication, and greatly enjoyed my first time on the 100/19 loop. What a great community of riders we have! Secondly, I've been trying to rustle up a few folks to register for the National Bike Challenge (track milage for points, prizes, and prideful boasting)...the results display by individual, community, workplace, and/or team. I see that Gunnar started a Bike Morgantown team - fantastic! I started a WVU CPASS team and there is a Mylan team as well. Just thought I'd post some of the WV leaderboard so far... Community: 1st: Charleston 2nd: Morgantown 3rd: Clarksburg Teams: only 9 in WV so far WVU CPASS - 4th Bike Morgantown...no miles/points logged yet (though I nearly wiped out & hit Gunnar this morning, so I know he's riding) Workplaces: Mylan - 5th WVU - 7th I hope you'll all consider signing up, recruiting other riders, & logging your miles (online or using smartphone app) to help show just how strong the bicycling community is in Morgantown, building upon recent momentum in promoting cycling in the area. Thank you all Christiaan You think you have to want more than you need. Until you have it all you won't be free. Society you're a crazy breed -Eddie Vedder

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DRAFT Community Profile for LAB website
by Traci Liebig 09 May '12

09 May '12

Hi all, Here's a draft community profile for the LAB's website. Also, here's a link to Pittsburgh's profile as an example. Most profiles I viewed had 200-300 ish words, so I tried to stay with that. The stats under the profile paragraph are also listed on each city's page, so I took Morgantown's numbers directly from the LAB application. http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/bicyclefriendlyamerica/communities/bfc_p… A few things to consider: 1) Can someone tell me how many people we've graduated through the cycling course? 2) Things I don't mention, but you can give feedback if you think they're critical to add-- bike racks on front of buses, complete streets policy 3) Some community profiles have an extra little section entitled "Most significant bicycle-related statistic" while others had one that read "Recent Accomplishments." Anyone have anything they want to draw particular attention to as a separate paragraph? 4) Anything else? Let me know. Draft press release coming soon. Thanks! Traci

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Re: [Bikeboard] DRAFT Community Profile for LAB website
by director 09 May '12

09 May '12

I read it, I like it. Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Ryan Post" <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> Sent 5/9/2012 5:42:06 PM To: "'Graber, Stephen'" <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "'Liebig, Traci'" <Traci.Liebig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, bikeboard(a)cheat.org Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] DRAFT Community Profile for LAB website I’m still a contributing member right? Anyhow, I made some minor grammar changes and a couple wording changes, feel free to ignore any or all since I ditched you all. Ryan From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On Behalf Of Graber, Stephen Sent: Wednesday, May 09, 2012 4:20 PM To: Liebig, Traci; bikeboard(a)cheat.org Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] DRAFT Community Profile for LAB website Homerun! ------------------------------------------- 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)cheat.org [bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org] On Behalf Of Traci Liebig [Traci.Liebig(a)mail.wvu.edu] Sent: Wednesday, May 09, 2012 12:34 AM To: bikeboard(a)cheat.org Subject: [Bikeboard] DRAFT Community Profile for LAB website Hi all, Here's a draft community profile for the LAB's website. Also, here's a link to Pittsburgh's profile as an example. Most profiles I viewed had 200-300 ish words, so I tried to stay with that. The stats under the profile paragraph are also listed on each city's page, so I took Morgantown's numbers directly from the LAB application. http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/bicyclefriendlyamerica/communities/bfc_p… A few things to consider: 1) Can someone tell me how many people we've graduated through the cycling course? 2) Things I don't mention, but you can give feedback if you think they're critical to add-- bike racks on front of buses, complete streets policy 3) Some community profiles have an extra little section entitled "Most significant bicycle-related statistic" while others had one that read "Recent Accomplishments." Anyone have anything they want to draw particular attention to as a separate paragraph? 4) Anything else? Let me know. Draft press release coming soon. Thanks! Traci _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] DOH State Bike Plan /Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 09 May '12

09 May '12

The Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan can be found at http://db.tt/WbRG4WzL . It does not extend much beyond the Morgantown city limits and bike routes are a small part of it. See http://bikemorgantown.com/route_map.php for the Morgantown bike route. My understanding is that the May 15 workshop's objective is to define bike routes to connect WV population centers to neighboring states. At a minimum, I strongly suggest that we all advocate for making Rt. 100 a bike route from Monongahela Ave. in Westover to Rt. 19. At least smooth it and sign it. I would suggest that we try to make any road a bike route that would provide a good cycling connection to PA if only sufficient improvement were made to enable all cyclists, not just top level cyclists to ride it safely and fearlessly. At a minimum, these roads should be signed with Share the Road signs, or better, R4-11 signs (Bicycles May Use Full Lane) and/or climbing lanes widened to a minimum of 14 feet. Bike Route signs should be considered with great care because they may indicate that a route signed with them is an exceptionally pleasant route to bicycle. Roads that I would suggest considering at your meeting: Fort Martin Rd. (CR 53) from PA state line to Maidsville. Rt. 857 from the PA line to Pierpont Rd.. Rt. 19 from Mt. Morris to Morgantown. Rt. 73 from Coopers Rock to Bruceton Mills. Kingwood Pike. Rt. 7 from Reedsville to Rt. 26, then Rt. 26 to the PA line. Rt. 72 from Parsons to Kingwood. Rt. 7 from Morgantown to Blacksville and then Rt. 218 to the PA line. Rt. 19 between Fairmont and Morgantown. Rt. 73 between Fairmont and Morgantown. I may not be there Saturday because I like to go to the Farmer's Market and then ride on Saturdays. 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 On May 8, 2012, at 1:36 PM, Ella Belling wrote: > Hi all, > I am hoping you might have an interest in sharing ideas, brain storming and prioritizing bike routes, cycling issues, trail connections, etc. to bring to the DOH bike plan meeting on Tuesday, May 15. I would like us to meet at 9:30AM on Saturday at the Morgantown Library to come up with a strategy. If any of you have maps or a list of priorities already then PLEASE bring them to share with the group. Feel free to invite others. > > Morgantown Bike Board folks- do you have a plan already with priorities? It seemed like you worked hard on mapping it all out at one time. > > Bill- does the MPO already have a map with the list of priorities for the region? Do you have thoughts on what the DOH is wanting to pull from these meetings? > > I can only speak to possible rail-trail connections and extensions and feel weak on bike routes and road biking. Or issues that need to be addressed on prioritizing cycling with DOH projects. > > I will reserve a library room if I hear back from a few of you. Flexible on the meeting time but library closes at 1PM. Look forward to hearing from you, 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: DOH State Bike Plan /Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 09 May '12

09 May '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Peggy Pings" <mpings(a)wvu.edu> > Date: May 8, 2012 1:44:21 PM EDT > To: "Jonathan Rosenbaum" <freesource(a)cheat.org>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Bill Reger-Nash" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Ella Belling" <ella(a)montrails.org>, "kelly r williams" <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>, "Nick Hein" <nick.hein(a)verizon.net>, "Chip Wamsley" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, "Peggy Pings" <mpings(a)wvu.edu> > Subject: Re: DOH State Bike Plan /Meeting > > I can join you all on Saturday - the earlier in the day the better. 9:30am is fine. > > I have the WV State Trail Plan map that I can bring - from 2002. > And some laminated 100K scale topo maps all marked up with lines. > > Peggy > > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ > RIVERS, TRAILS AND CONSERVATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM > "The Community Assistance Arm of the National Park Service" > > Peggy Pings, WV Field Office, Morgantown, WV > WVU Office: 304-293-7528, Cell: 304-282-7464, Home Office: 304-879-5622, Fax: 304-293-2441 > mpings(a)wvu.edu > http://www.nps.gov/rtca > > The Rivers & Trails Program works with community groups and municipalities to conserve rivers, preserve open space and develop trails and greenways. > > Come visit our facebook pages! > http://www.facebook.com/RTCANPS > http://www.facebook.com/PeggyPings.NpsRtca > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ > >>> Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> 5/8/2012 1:36 PM >>> > Hi all, > I am hoping you might have an interest in sharing ideas, brain storming and prioritizing bike routes, cycling issues, trail connections, etc. to bring to the DOH bike plan meeting on Tuesday, May 15. I would like us to meet at 9:30AM on Saturday at the Morgantown Library to come up with a strategy. If any of you have maps or a list of priorities already then PLEASE bring them to share with the group. Feel free to invite others. > > Morgantown Bike Board folks- do you have a plan already with priorities? It seemed like you worked hard on mapping it all out at one time. > > Bill- does the MPO already have a map with the list of priorities for the region? Do you have thoughts on what the DOH is wanting to pull from these meetings? > > I can only speak to possible rail-trail connections and extensions and feel weak on bike routes and road biking. Or issues that need to be addressed on prioritizing cycling with DOH projects. > > I will reserve a library room if I hear back from a few of you. Flexible on the meeting time but library closes at 1PM. Look forward to hearing from you, 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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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: DOH State Bike Plan /Meeting
by Traci Liebig 09 May '12

09 May '12

Hi all, FYI- I can't attend the brainstorming meeting, but I do plan to attend to give input to the DOH on the 15th. Thanks, Traci >>> Frank Gmeindl 05/08/12 10:06 PM >>> Begin forwarded message: From: Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> Date: May 8, 2012 1:36:47 PM EDT To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Peggy Pings <mpings(a)wvu.edu>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Nick Hein <nick.hein(a)verizon.net>, kelly r williams <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org> Subject: DOH State Bike Plan /Meeting Hi all, I am hoping you might have an interest in sharing ideas, brain storming and prioritizing bike routes, cycling issues, trail connections, etc. to bring to the DOH bike plan meeting on Tuesday, May 15. I would like us to meet at 9:30AM on Saturday at the Morgantown Library to come up with a strategy. If any of you have maps or a list of priorities already then PLEASE bring them to share with the group. Feel free to invite others. Morgantown Bike Board folks- do you have a plan already with priorities? It seemed like you worked hard on mapping it all out at one time. Bill- does the MPO already have a map with the list of priorities for the region? Do you have thoughts on what the DOH is wanting to pull from these meetings? I can only speak to possible rail-trail connections and extensions and feel weak on bike routes and road biking. Or issues that need to be addressed on prioritizing cycling with DOH projects. I will reserve a library room if I hear back from a few of you. Flexible on the meeting time but library closes at 1PM. Look forward to hearing from you, 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: DOH State Bike Plan /Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 08 May '12

08 May '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> > Date: May 8, 2012 1:36:47 PM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com>, Peggy Pings <mpings(a)wvu.edu>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Nick Hein <nick.hein(a)verizon.net>, kelly r williams <kellyrwilliams(a)msn.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org> > Subject: DOH State Bike Plan /Meeting > > Hi all, > I am hoping you might have an interest in sharing ideas, brain storming and prioritizing bike routes, cycling issues, trail connections, etc. to bring to the DOH bike plan meeting on Tuesday, May 15. I would like us to meet at 9:30AM on Saturday at the Morgantown Library to come up with a strategy. If any of you have maps or a list of priorities already then PLEASE bring them to share with the group. Feel free to invite others. > > Morgantown Bike Board folks- do you have a plan already with priorities? It seemed like you worked hard on mapping it all out at one time. > > Bill- does the MPO already have a map with the list of priorities for the region? Do you have thoughts on what the DOH is wanting to pull from these meetings? > > I can only speak to possible rail-trail connections and extensions and feel weak on bike routes and road biking. Or issues that need to be addressed on prioritizing cycling with DOH projects. > > I will reserve a library room if I hear back from a few of you. Flexible on the meeting time but library closes at 1PM. Look forward to hearing from you, 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: DOH State Bike Plan /Meeting
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 08 May '12

08 May '12

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: DOH State Bike Plan /Meeting Date: Tue, 8 May 2012 13:36:47 -0400 From: Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org> Hi all, I am hoping you might have an interest in sharing ideas, brain storming and prioritizing bike routes, cycling issues, trail connections, etc. to bring to the DOH bike plan meeting on Tuesday, May 15. I would like us to *meet at 9:30AM on Saturday at the Morgantown Library* to come up with a strategy. If any of you have maps or a list of priorities already then PLEASE bring them to share with the group. Feel free to invite others. Morgantown Bike Board folks- do you have a plan already with priorities? It seemed like you worked hard on mapping it all out at one time. Bill- does the MPO already have a map with the list of priorities for the region? Do you have thoughts on what the DOH is wanting to pull from these meetings? I can only speak to possible rail-trail connections and extensions and feel weak on bike routes and road biking. Or issues that need to be addressed on prioritizing cycling with DOH projects. I will reserve a library room if I hear back from a few of you. Flexible on the meeting time but library closes at 1PM. Look forward to hearing from you, Ella Ella Belling Executive Director Mon River Trails Conservancy P.O. Box 282 Morgantown, WV 26507 www.montrails.org <http://www.montrails.org> 304-692-6782

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Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community - Local Release and Seal
by Frank Gmeindl 08 May '12

08 May '12

FYI. Attached is the LAB BFC press release template and Morgantown's BFC award seal. I have sent these to Susan Sullivan and Traci Liebig who are developing the press release for the BFC award (in addition to Bike Month). 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: Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> > Date: May 4, 2012 5:26:51 PM EDT > To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Bicycle Friendly Community - Local Release and Seal > > Dear Frank, > > Congratulations again! Attached you will find a press release template for you to use in crafting your own local release. Also attached is your BFC award seal to proudly display where you see fit. > > The League will be publicizing this nationally Monday, May 14th to coincide with National Bike to Work Week. Please hold your announcement of the award until then. > > You will also be receiving an award certificate, BFC road sign and feedback next week. > > Best regards, > > Bill > > __________________________ > Bill Nesper > Vice President, Programs > League of American Bicyclists > 1612 K St. N.W., Suite #510 > Washington, DC 20006 > D: 202-621-5444 > F: 202-822-1334 > bill(a)bikeleague.org > www.bikeleague.org > > Bike Month is here! Find and post events here, and don’t forget to sign up for the National Bike Challenge! >

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Fwd: Bike Month Press Release
by Frank Gmeindl 07 May '12

07 May '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: May 7, 2012 6:15:21 AM EDT > To: "" <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net> > Cc: "Susan Sullivan" <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Christiaan Abildso" <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Traci Liebig" <traci.liebig(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Bcc: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > Subject: Re: Bike Month Press Release > > Danielle, > > Putting http://www.commuterchoices.com in Susan's press release about Bike Month works for me. Especially with Bike Month getting top billing on http://www.commuterchoices.com ! > > What's the chances you could put a link to http://bikemorgantown.com/ on http://www.commuterchoices.com . I notice you also have a direct link to "Let's Start Biking" there. Nice. I think the 7 videos at http://bikemorgantown.com/articles.php?str=2010/08/psas-complete.html may be more applicable to adult commuting. (Since they're quite difficult to find on the bikemorgantown website, a direct link to them might be worthwhile but I certainly understand real estate limits.) > > > 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 > > > > On May 6, 2012, at 10:57 PM, "" <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net> wrote: > >> Hello Everyone, >> >> After review, I was wondering if we should include the Commuter Choices website as a resource too. It is http://www.commuterchoices.com >> >> I am working to get it updated with cycling events. Please let me know if you think this would be a useful addition. >> >> Thank you. >> >> Danielle Williams >> TDM Coordinator >> Morgantown MPO >> >> >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> >> Sent 5/4/2012 9:30:11 AM >> To: "Susan Sullivan" <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >> Cc: "Christiaan Abildso" <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Danielle Williams" <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net>, "Traci Liebig" <traci.liebig(a)mail.wvu.edu> >> Subject: Re: Bike Month Press Release >> >> Susan, >> >> Thanks for the opportunity to review the press release! Please see my Tracked Changes and Comments in the attached. >> >> Overall, the release is excellent. Reading it however made me realize that we're too much emphasizing bicycling as a fun and healthy activity and not enough as a means of practical transportation which is what the bicycle plan is primarily intended to accomplish. The resolution to adopt the bicycle plan (attached) that Council read before voting on the plan summarizes this pretty well. >> >> Traci Liebig will be contacting you about a press release to announce after May 14, the League of American Bicyclists recognition of Morgantown as a bronze level Bicycle Friendly Community. >> >> It's so good to have you working with the Bicycle Board! >> >> 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 >> >> >> >> On May 4, 2012, at 9:00 AM, Susan Sullivan wrote: >> >>> Hello Frank! I hope Bike Month is treating you well! >>> >>> I plan to send a press release today regarding the city's efforts in May, and I mentioned you in it, as you were in attendance to accept the proclamation Tuesday evening. I wanted to run the final draft past you just to see if you wanted to change anything or if you had anything to add. Feel free to change this document up and send it back, or just note changes in a reply email. >>> >>> Thanks for your work with the Bike Board! >>> >>> Susan >>> >>> Susan Sullivan, Public Communications Manager >>> City of Morgantown >>> 389 Spruce Street, Office 16 >>> Morgantown, WV 26505 >>> (304) 284-7426 - C (304) 290-5274 - F (304) 284-7430 >>> Facebook | Twitter | Google+ | YouTube | iTunes >>> >>> <050412 City Celebrates Bike Month.docx> >> >

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Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award
by Frank Gmeindl 07 May '12

07 May '12

Bicycle Board Members, FYI, this is the message that I mentioned at last week's BB meeting that I sent to LAB's Bill Nesper. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: May 1, 2012 8:54:56 AM EDT > To: Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> > Subject: Re: Bicycle Friendly Community Award > > Dear Bill, > > Thank you for the advance notice. A wonderful kick off to Bike Month! > > Thank you also for directly sending the message below to City Council and the City Manager. We are meeting tonight for the Mayor to issue the Bike Month proclamation and to work on budgeting for our Bicycle Plan. Thanks to you and LAB, I think my job just got a bit easier:) > > Can you tell me how many communities applied and how many were awarded in this round? > > Also, is there a standard package describing benefits communities realize as BFCs? (I expect tonight, certain Councilors may ask, "OK. Now we have this recognition. So what?) In our Bicycle Plan, we reference, Flusche, Darren, The Economic Benefits of Bicycle Infrastructure Investments, League of American Bicyclists, June 2009, http://www.bikeleague.org/resources/reports/report_economics.php . A concise quantitative summary of benefits that BFCs have realized would be quite helpful. > > We look forward to receiving the feedback and adjusting our plan accordingly as we move forward. We also look forward to receiving the press release template as we are already working on one. We've also started working on the photos and community profile. When do you need these? > > Concerning the award ceremony, what's involved? I expect we would like to do one but knowing who does what would be helpful in deciding. > > As you know, WV is the lowest ranked Bicycle Friendly State. Also, most of the roads in Morgantown are controlled by the State. Over the years, I have been working with several people in the WVDOT. It gave me great pleasure to share your message below with them. So far, I've received one response that indicates that this may also leverage WV to become a more bicycle friendly state. > > > 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 > > > > On Apr 27, 2012, at 5:47 PM, Bill Nesper wrote: > >> Dear Frank, >> >> Congratulations! The League of American Bicyclists has decided to designate Morgantown as a Bicycle Friendly Community at the Bronze level. This decision involved careful review of your application and consultation with local cyclists. >> >> As you know, this award is presented only to communities with remarkable commitments to bicycling. You should be very proud of this accomplishment. Please share this with your partners in the city and advocacy community. The League will be publicizing this nationally Monday, May 14th to coincide with National Bike to Work Week. We look to working with you to help promote this accomplishment and will be sending you a template for a local press release next week. We encourage you to create your own for local & regional media. Please hold your announcement of the award until May 14th. >> >> You will also be receiving an award certificate, BFC road sign and feedback on what you can do to make Morgantown more bicycle-friendly in the next two weeks. >> >> Your designation will be due for renewal in February 2016. At that point your community will be reevaluated so we urge you to make as many improvements as possible in the meantime! Of course, if you wish to renew sooner than that please do. We look forward to seeing the community’s progress. >> >> If you would like to do an award ceremony, please let us know. We would love to work together to promote this great achievement. Also, we would like to promote the community on our website. We are asking you to provide a few new photographs that we can use to produce your community profile page onwww.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org. Please email those to nicole(a)bikeleague.org >> >> Once again, accept our congratulations on your tremendous efforts to create a truly Bicycle Friendly Community. >> >> Sincerely, >> >> Bill Nesper >> VP, Programs >> League of American Bicyclists >> P: 202-822-1333 >> bill(a)bikeleague.org >> >> __________ >> frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net >

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Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award
by Frank Gmeindl 05 May '12

05 May '12

FYI Begin forwarded message: > From: Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> > Date: April 27, 2012 5:47:57 PM EDT > To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Bicycle Friendly Community Award > > Dear Frank, > > Congratulations! The League of American Bicyclists has decided to designate Morgantown as a Bicycle Friendly Community at the Bronze level. This decision involved careful review of your application and consultation with local cyclists. > > As you know, this award is presented only to communities with remarkable commitments to bicycling. You should be very proud of this accomplishment. Please share this with your partners in the city and advocacy community. The League will be publicizing this nationally Monday, May 14th to coincide with National Bike to Work Week. We look to working with you to help promote this accomplishment and will be sending you a template for a local press release next week. We encourage you to create your own for local & regional media. Please hold your announcement of the award until May 14th. > > You will also be receiving an award certificate, BFC road sign and feedback on what you can do to make Morgantown more bicycle-friendly in the next two weeks. > > Your designation will be due for renewal in February 2016. At that point your community will be reevaluated so we urge you to make as many improvements as possible in the meantime! Of course, if you wish to renew sooner than that please do. We look forward to seeing the community’s progress. > > If you would like to do an award ceremony, please let us know. We would love to work together to promote this great achievement. Also, we would like to promote the community on our website. We are asking you to provide a few new photographs that we can use to produce your community profile page onwww.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org. Please email those to nicole(a)bikeleague.org > > Once again, accept our congratulations on your tremendous efforts to create a truly Bicycle Friendly Community. > > Sincerely, > > Bill Nesper > VP, Programs > League of American Bicyclists > P: 202-822-1333 > bill(a)bikeleague.org > > __________ > frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award
by Chip Wamsley 05 May '12

05 May '12

One good place for a photo might be several commuter types in the multi modal center. -----Original Message----- From: "Derek Springston" <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Sent 5/4/2012 10:12:02 AM To: "Bike Board - Morgantown" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award To All BB Members, From Frank's April 28th email, he expressed the need to complete 5 items below in order to prepare for our Bicycle Friendly Community Award. Traci Liebig and I have agreed to tackle the Community Profile in Item #3. However, my piece will be to get some photos for that profile. This will be your chance to build your 'reputation' as you'll go on the LAB's BFC website! :) As Traci pointed out, here's a link to what we'll need to create for Morgantown. http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/bicyclefriendlyamerica/communities/bfc_b… 1. I'm asking for at least 3 Bike Board members to volunteer for a photo shoot at one to three locations around Morgantown. Will likely take 1-2 hours (by bike hopefully). 2. Then, I need those volunteers to fill out this Doodle poll, so we can schedule a time before Wednesday next week. http://www.doodle.com/rs5zsnf68bfm2v2r 3. Last, I need BB members to recommend 3 locations they'd like to see us take photos at for this community profile. I can pick them, but I'd like input. 4. Can someone else recommend a backup camera? I have a good one from work, but if it's being used I won't be able to get it, so we should have a backup. Purpose of this is to obtain 3 photos of cyclists in Morgantown at key locations that show we're a Bicycle Friendly community. We need at least one photo showing several cyclists at one location. Would be nice to have 2 or 3 photos with cyclist in them depending on folks availability. I've got a nice work camera available for use, assuming it's not out for work. If you plan on helping out, please volunteer and fill out the Doodle poll ASAP, so we can coordinate and plan according to weather. Thanks, ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Date: Sat, Apr 28, 2012 at 2:08 PM Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> So, we've earned a celebration of LAB's recognizing us as a BFC. I'll bring the Kool Aid. Then, we need to: 1. Create a press release. 2. Decide if we want to do an award ceremony and if so, plan it. 3. Get/make photos and draft a community profile for www.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org . 4. Review LAB feedback and update the Bicycle Plan. 5. Get money to implement the Plan. PLEASE REPLY-TO-ALL AND WRITE YOUR NAME ABOVE BESIDE THOSE ITEMS WHOSE ACCOMPLISHMENT YOU WILL LEAD. 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: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: April 27, 2012 6:00:22 PM EDT To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award FYI Begin forwarded message: From: Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> Date: April 27, 2012 5:47:57 PM EDT To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Subject: Bicycle Friendly Community Award Dear Frank, Congratulations! The League of American Bicyclists has decided to designate Morgantown as a Bicycle Friendly Community at the Bronze level. This decision involved careful review of your application and consultation with local cyclists. As you know, this award is presented only to communities with remarkable commitments to bicycling. You should be very proud of this accomplishment. Please share this with your partners in the city and advocacy community. The League will be publicizing this nationally Monday, May 14th to coincide with National Bike to Work Week. We look to working with you to help promote this accomplishment and will be sending you a template for a local press release next week. We encourage you to create your own for local & regional media. Please hold your announcement of the award until May 14th. You will also be receiving an award certificate, BFC road sign and feedback on what you can do to make Morgantown more bicycle-friendly in the next two weeks. Your designation will be due for renewal in February 2016. At that point your community will be reevaluated so we urge you to make as many improvements as possible in the meantime! Of course, if you wish to renew sooner than that please do. We look forward to seeing the community’s progress. If you would like to do an award ceremony, please let us know. We would love to work together to promote this great achievement. Also, we would like to promote the community on our website. We are asking you to provide a few new photographs that we can use to produce your community profile page onwww.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org. Please email those to nicole(a)bikeleague.org Once again, accept our congratulations on your tremendous efforts to create a truly Bicycle Friendly Community. Sincerely, Bill Nesper VP, Programs League of American Bicyclists P: 202-822-1333 bill(a)bikeleague.org __________ frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net _______________________________________________ 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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BB Participation
by Frank Gmeindl 03 May '12

03 May '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, the statement that I read tonight during topic 2, agenda. Frank

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Bicycle Plan Funding
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 02 May '12

02 May '12

Unfortunately, tomorrow I won't be able to attend our most exciting meeting ever. However, I want to add to the discussion about funding. Since the last meeting I have watched 3 webinars that I encourage everyone to watch because they provide great funding training as well as an overview of successful programs: Building a SRTS Bike Brigade: Tips on Getting Started and Spreading the Success:http://www.saferoutesinfo.org/events-and-training/srts-webinars/bbr… Leaving No Stone Unturned: Tips and Tricks for Funding Your SRTS Program: http://www.saferoutesinfo.org/events-and-training/srts-webinars/funding-tips 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… Some of the important lessons I gleaned from watching these webinars were that these programs are funded from multiple sources, not just grants. Grants are not necessarily considered until a program has established enough support. Grants writing is often farmed out to supportive organizations that have grant writers on staff. What the Bicycle Board requires is a *strategic funding team/committee* as a prerequisite to grant-writing. Each objective has its own peculiarities and granularities. A grant request without a realistic plan and budget for an organization's objective is almost guaranteed not to be accepted. But objectives like a SRTS bike brigade are messy because they first require strong support from the target audience, and without this support it is futile to seek funding sources. So a strategic team would examine each objective and recognize what conditions are required to exist before the doors can be opened for funding, and then target a spectrum of funding sources based on the requirements. There is a significant difference between funding a SRTS program and funding a bike sharing program. With a small SRTS program, funding from foundations, organizations, PTA efforts, and a few supportive local businesses would probably suffice (see list below), but with a bicycle sharing program the funding requirements would be more acute, and therefor require a broader range of support and funding. Page 14 of the pdf presentation <http://www.walkinginfo.org/training/pbic/collateral/04_26_12_Bike_Share_Web…> provides an overview of these funding sources on the Bike Sharing page. Here is a list of funding sources and strategies from "Leaving no stone overturned" which discusses walking programs, but the same logic can be applied to bicycling programs: Parent Teacher Associations (PTA) Business sponsorship School District Foundation Hospital Foundation (good advocacy for them) Public Health (city or county) - if not grants may provide in-kind support (printing, mailing) State Department of Health grants. Local Health Department could help write the grants SRTS has a mini-grant program of about $1,000 Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Foundation (lots of money) Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (reverse child obesity) Appalachian Stewardship Foundation (Added by Jonathan Rosenbaum) After a smaller grant record has been established and your program is growing, funding could be sought from these foundations: Kaiser Pemanente W.K. Kellogg Foundation Complex grants for a much larger program: Federal SRTS Funding (Need highly experienced grant writers. Could partner with City Planning or Public planning) Get media involvement because it establishes the programs reputation with foundations: Local Celebrities Policy Makers Questions that should be constantly revisited throughout the program: Where are you now? Where do you want to go? How will you get there? Grant related questions: Does your project fit in with a foundations mission? What is a typical grant size they give? What should be in your grant application? Realistic budget, include in-kind or partner support. Reasons why you will you succeed. Foundations want to be good stewards and have success and good stories to tell. Letter of support to show how previous funding led to current request. What happens when your organization actually gets a grant? Always give recognition and media spotlight to foundations that have provided grants. Share the success with your partner. Establish a method to measure your success. Show enthusiasm for all grants regardless of size. I didn't discuss everything, but I hope you will watch these webinars especially, "Leaving No Stone Unturned" and "Bike Sharing in the United States". I think you will agree with me that a strategic funding team would make the funding process more obvious, easier and less time intensive for everyone involved. -Jonathan

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Agenda for next Thursday's Monthly BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 02 May '12

02 May '12

Bicycle Board Members, I usually send you a draft agenda the week before our regular monthly meeting but this month, I'd like to try something different. I've been thinking that the draft agenda is essentially a "box" and my transmission of it asks you to respond to what's in the box. Recently, I have observed declining member responses to communications and declining participation in board activities. So, today, no box. Please reply-to-all and say what you would like the board to accomplish at next Thursday's meeting. Feel free to include any other information that might help the board to succeed in accomplishing your objective, e.g. how much time you'll need, members and resources you'll need, your approach, etc.. Hopefully, this approach will give you an opportunity to "think outside the box" and increase BB member participation. The meeting will still start at 6:30 PM in the PSC Conference Room and I'd like to reserve about 10 minutes at the end for us to evaluate this approach. 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] Coming Soon from AASHTO: Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities, 4th Edition
by Frank Gmeindl 02 May '12

02 May '12

Damien, Thank you for notifying us of the availability of the new AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities. The link in your message enables ordering the paper book but do you know if the City can get an electronic version to which the BB can have unfettered access? I reviewed the draft Guide approximately a year ago. Unlike the 1999 Guide, it is now very well aligned with the 2009 MUTCD. These two documents provide a sound foundation for transportation infrastructure development. Every transportation official, traffic engineer and self-styled "advocate" should know these guides. Personally, I find them not perfect, for example putting the shared lane marking somewhat in the door zone but at least they serve as a somewhat responsible reference unlike the NACTO guide which contains several recommendations for "facilities" such as contra-flow bike lanes whose merits are unproven and that appear simply dangerous to any knowledgeable experienced cyclist. In the case of all these guides, there seems to be a paucity of objective empirical data to verify the safety most of the innovative recommendations. Nevertheless, I would like to have ready access to them, perhaps even through BikeMorgantown.com. 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 On May 1, 2012, at 11:37 PM, Damien Davis wrote: > 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.morgantown.com > > > > > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: "AASHTO Bookstore" <mailer(a)list.transportation.org> > To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > Sent: Tuesday, May 1, 2012 7:40:00 PM > Subject: Coming Soon from AASHTO: Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities, 4th Edition > > > > Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities, 4th Edition > > Pre Order now for June delivery > Your link to this publication: https://bookstore.transportation.org/item_details.aspx?ID=1943 > > This guide provides information on how to accommodate bicycle travel and operations in most riding environments. It is intended to present sound guidelines that result in facilities that meet the needs of bicyclists and other highway users. Sufficient flexibility is permitted to encourage designs that are sensitive to local context and incorporate the needs of bicyclists, pedestrians, and motorists. However, in some sections of this guide, suggested minimum dimensions are provided. These are recommended only where further deviation from desirable values could increase crash frequency or severity. > > This guide has been updated from the previous guide published in 1999. The fact that new guidance is presented herein does not imply that existing bicycle facilities are inadequate or unsafe, nor does it mandate the initiation of improvement projects. The intent of this document is to provide guidance to designers and planners by referencing a recommended range of design values and describing alternative design approaches. > > This item is currently available for pre-order. It will ship in June. The new edition will also be available as an online download; however, that format cannot be pre-ordered. > > Copyright 2009 AASHTO > 444 North Capitol Street, NW Suite 249 Washington, D.C. , 20001, USA > > > Go here to leave this mailing list: https://bookstore.transportation.org/unsubscribe_mailing_lists.aspx > >

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Fwd: Human Powered Vehicle Presentation Invitation
by Jim Rye 01 May '12

01 May '12

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Tonight's City Council meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 01 May '12

01 May '12

Thanks to Bill Austin for having my back at tonight's City Council meeting. Sorry no other BB members attended. It was a fun show. Mayor Jim Manilla read the Bike Month proclamation but it was somewhat different from the proclamation I wrote and that you reviewed and approved. The one he read omitted the Bike Month activities and dates that we had in there. In the acceptance speech that I'd written beforehand, I encouraged them to participate in Bike to Work week and Bike to Work day. I laughed when then Mayor Manilla asked me for the dates of those. I read them from the original proclamation that I'd submitted. Encouragingly, he wrote them down. After the City Clerk read the resolution to adopt the Bike Plan, Mayor Manilla thanked the Bicycle Board for writing the plan and said that it was excellent. Terrence acknowledged Bill Austin's presence and reminded Council that they'd received a message from Bill saying that the MPO would use the Bicycle Plan in its planning process. Jenny Selin said that she visits high schools and tells high school students that if they want to see how boards conduct meetings and accomplish tasks, the BB is a good example. With no further discussion, the Council voted unanimously to adopt the plan. Near the end of the meeting the Councilors give individual reports from their wards. Bill Byrne, Sixth Ward councilman and former mayor said that Brian Mollohan is a cyclist that called him to thank the City or WVDOH for cleaning the shoulder on Rt. 119 up the hill to WalMart. 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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Fwd: Unicycle Ordinance
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Apr '12

30 Apr '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Carol Allen <callen(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: April 30, 2012 3:37:28 PM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: Unicycle Ordinance > > OK, I have passed all of this on to the City Attorney and he can respond if he chooses to do so, as these are not questions for me to answer. I don't think there are any ordinances that apply to runners, although I could be wrong.... I was just asked to find out what the status of the review was. You have answered that for now, so thank you! > > Carol > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > To: "Carol Allen" <callen(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: "Ryan Post" <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com>, "Gunnar Shogren" <gshogren(a)gmail.com>, "Colin Dierman" <colin(a)wamsleycycles.com>, "Jonathan Rosenbaum" <freesource(a)cheat.org>, "Danielle Williams" <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net> > Sent: Monday, April 30, 2012 1:56:27 PM > Subject: Re: Unicycle Ordinance > > Carol, > > The committee hasn't finished it's report yet. Perhaps they'll complete it in May. Then, the Bicycle Board must review and approve it. Sometimes that can be done via e-mail. Then, the Bicycle Board must present the recommendations to the Traffic Commission. If the Traffic Commission accepts the recommendations without changes, then the Traffic Commission may take them to the City Council. Following established procedures, I would estimate that the City Council will receive the recommendations by July at the earliest. > > Perhaps you can help me out on something. If a runner, or a runner pushing a baby carriage collides with a pedestrian on the sidewalk in the business district, what ordinance is pertinent? The reason I ask is that unicycles are quite different from skateboards. Unicycles only go as fast as the unicyclist can pedal. There are no gears so the only speed multiplier is the size of the tire and it doesn't provide much speed multiplication. Unlike skateboards, unicycles do not coast. Also, if a unicyclist gets separated from his or her unicycle (i.e. falls off) the unicycle comes to an immediate stop unlike a skateboard which usually continues to roll on without its skateboarder. Therefore, the reason I ask what ordinance(s) apply to runners is that a unicyclist is more like a runner than a skateboarder. (I'm copying the BB unicycle committee because they have struggled with this question.) > > Frank > On Apr 30, 2012, at 1:23 PM, Carol Allen wrote: > >> Frank, >> >> The intent of the ordinance is to prohibit unicycles on the sidewalk. The attorney(s) and various members of the PD are concerned that unicycles can be dangerous to pedestrians. Since we currently prohibit skateboarding on the sidewalks in the downtown business district and also bicycles (downtown and otherwise, if over a certain age), it would seem to be consistent to move forward with the unicycle ordinance. So I guess that is the "driver" prompting the attorney, because I think the PD has been asking......if all this makes sense. >> >> Any idea when the recommendation might be finalized? >> >> Thanks! >> >> Carol >> >> >> ----- Original Message ----- >> From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> >> To: "Carol Allen" <callen(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >> Cc: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org>, "Scott Ferris" <scott.r.ferris(a)gmail.com>, "Roy Nutter" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Terrence Moore" <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org> >> Sent: Monday, April 30, 2012 1:03:35 PM >> Subject: Re: Unicycle Ordinance >> >> Carol, >> >> In response to direction from the Traffic Commission, the Bicycle Board has been reporting status of this activity to the Traffic Commission at the monthly Traffic Commission meeting. A committee was formed. It reviewed the draft ordinance. It reviewed other relevant city and state ordinances. It met with Chief Preston to identify the issues. It researched the subject including surveying unicyclists in other communities to learn how they address unicycling. It drafted a recommendation. It is still working on finalizing the recommendation. >> >> What is the driver prompting the attorney to say that we need to proceed with action on an ordinance? This morning, I learned that at least 4 people have fallen from their bicycles and been injured while trying to navigate the temporary gravel detour on the rail trail. After spending $130M tearing up the rail trail and after more than two years, much of which major sections of the trail has been closed, the job is still not done. Last week, I read in the Dominion Post that WVDOH will complete in 2 weeks and for $180K a repair job on Rt. 100 near the Osage turn-off that is very similar to the repair on the rail trail. There are approximately 4 unicyclists in Morgantown. An unicyclist-caused injury has never been reported. I don't see the urgency. >> >> >> 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 >> >> >> >> On Apr 30, 2012, at 10:47 AM, Carol Allen wrote: >> >>> Hi Frank, >>> >>> I believe that Terrence may have asked the Bicycle Board to review a proposed ordinance regarding unicycles on sidewalks. That was awhile ago, and we have not heard anything since. Do you have the ordinance and if so, did the Bike Board review it? Our attorney said we need to proceed with action on this ordinance. >>> >>> Thanks! >>> >>> Carol Allen >>> City Managers Office >>> City of Morgantown >> >

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Fwd: BFC - Morgantown, WV Profile...
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Apr '12

30 Apr '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> > Date: April 30, 2012 1:07:21 PM EDT > To: bikeleague(a)bikeleague.org > Cc: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: BFC - Morgantown, WV Profile... > > To Whom It May Concern, > Morgantown, WV recently received the Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community award. I am a Member of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board and may help with creating the Community Profile. Do you have guidance either online or something you could send us that would or may include templates, examples, data needed, guidance docs, etc for us to be able to understand what you like to see in a Community Profile... I suspect we already have most of this info, but would like to format it similarly to what other communities have submitted, if you'd like. > > Thanks, > ~Derek Springston > > -- > 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] Unicycle Ordinance
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Apr '12

30 Apr '12

Carol, In response to direction from the Traffic Commission, the Bicycle Board has been reporting status of this activity to the Traffic Commission at the monthly Traffic Commission meeting. A committee was formed. It reviewed the draft ordinance. It reviewed other relevant city and state ordinances. It met with Chief Preston to identify the issues. It researched the subject including surveying unicyclists in other communities to learn how they address unicycling. It drafted a recommendation. It is still working on finalizing the recommendation. What is the driver prompting the attorney to say that we need to proceed with action on an ordinance? This morning, I learned that at least 4 people have fallen from their bicycles and been injured while trying to navigate the temporary gravel detour on the rail trail. After spending $130M tearing up the rail trail and after more than two years, much of which major sections of the trail has been closed, the job is still not done. Last week, I read in the Dominion Post that WVDOH will complete in 2 weeks and for $180K a repair job on Rt. 100 near the Osage turn-off that is very similar to the repair on the rail trail. There are approximately 4 unicyclists in Morgantown. An unicyclist-caused injury has never been reported. I don't see the urgency. 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 On Apr 30, 2012, at 10:47 AM, Carol Allen wrote: > Hi Frank, > > I believe that Terrence may have asked the Bicycle Board to review a proposed ordinance regarding unicycles on sidewalks. That was awhile ago, and we have not heard anything since. Do you have the ordinance and if so, did the Bike Board review it? Our attorney said we need to proceed with action on this ordinance. > > Thanks! > > Carol Allen > City Managers Office > City of Morgantown

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Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Apr '12

30 Apr '12

Response from Richard Warner, WVDOT. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Warner, Richard L" <Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov> > Date: April 30, 2012 10:15:32 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Cc: "Robinson, Bill C" <Bill.C.Robinson(a)wv.gov> > Subject: RE: Bicycle Friendly Community Award > > Great news, Frank! Congratulations, and thanks for the note. It isn’t always easy to get recognition for bicycling efforts in West Virginia. I’ll be sure that Bill Robinson lets Becky Davison know; Becky is the former Safe Routes to School coordinator in this office and presently heads the Transportation Enhancement program. Your grant predated Becky’s TE responsibility but she’ll be glad to know about the award, as will the rest of the Grant Administration staff. Perry Keller is the current state bicycle/pedestrian coordinator and I’m sure he’s pleased as well. He’ll be in Morgantown soon for a public meeting on the statewide bike routing study. > > We’ll honor the May 14 announcement date. > > Richard > > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] > Sent: Saturday, April 28, 2012 9:11 AM > To: Pennington, Robert > Cc: Keller, Perry J; Warner, Richard L; Robinson, Bill C; Radabaugh, Bryan L; Shoukry, Fouad N > Subject: Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award > > Dear Rob, > > The message below informs Morgantown that the League of American Bicyclists recognizes Morgantown as a Bicycle Friendly Community at the Bronze level. The message also requests withholding announcement until May 14 so I ask you to do so until Morgantown officially releases an announcement. > > I expect that LAB considered Morgantown's Effective Bicycling Education Program to be a major factor in deciding to give us the award. The Transportation Enhancement grant that you awarded Morgantown enabled us to develop and deliver that program. Please accept my personal gratitude for that. > > As you know, to be recognized as a BFC, a community must demonstrate achievement in all the E's: Education, Enforcement, Engineering, Encouragement, Evaluation and Equity. I'm also sending you this now to express my gratitude to you, Perry Keller, Richard Warner, Bill Robinson, Jim Hudson, Bryan Radabaugh, Fouad Shakry, Ray Lewis and other WVDOT employees whose names I am embarrassed to have forgotten for the cooperation and assistance we have received in striving for recognition in all the E's. > > As soon as we have an announcement crafted, I will send it to you. > > > 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: Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> > Date: April 27, 2012 5:47:57 PM EDT > To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Bicycle Friendly Community Award > > > Dear Frank, > > Congratulations! The League of American Bicyclists has decided to designate Morgantown as a Bicycle Friendly Community at the Bronze level. This decision involved careful review of your application and consultation with local cyclists. > > As you know, this award is presented only to communities with remarkable commitments to bicycling. You should be very proud of this accomplishment. Please share this with your partners in the city and advocacy community. The League will be publicizing this nationally Monday, May 14th to coincide with National Bike to Work Week. We look to working with you to help promote this accomplishment and will be sending you a template for a local press release next week. We encourage you to create your own for local & regional media. Please hold your announcement of the award until May 14th. > > You will also be receiving an award certificate, BFC road sign and feedback on what you can do to make Morgantown more bicycle-friendly in the next two weeks. > > Your designation will be due for renewal in February 2016. At that point your community will be reevaluated so we urge you to make as many improvements as possible in the meantime! Of course, if you wish to renew sooner than that please do. We look forward to seeing the community’s progress. > > If you would like to do an award ceremony, please let us know. We would love to work together to promote this great achievement. Also, we would like to promote the community on our website. We are asking you to provide a few new photographs that we can use to produce your community profile page onwww.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org. Please email those to nicole(a)bikeleague.org > > Once again, accept our congratulations on your tremendous efforts to create a truly Bicycle Friendly Community. > > Sincerely, > > Bill Nesper > VP, Programs > League of American Bicyclists > P: 202-822-1333 > bill(a)bikeleague.org > > __________ > frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award
by director 30 Apr '12

30 Apr '12

Good morning, Congratulations to everyone on the board who herded this application through the process, and to the people who are riding bikes more often - the most effective bike advocacy. I apologize for not being able to help in the application process, but for the upcoming task list I am available to help in whatever way you need. Thanks again. Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 4/28/2012 2:08:35 PM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award So, we've earned a celebration of LAB's recognizing us as a BFC. I'll bring the Kool Aid. Then, we need to: 1. Create a press release. 2. Decide if we want to do an award ceremony and if so, plan it. 3. Get/make photos and draft a community profile for www.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org . 4. Review LAB feedback and update the Bicycle Plan. 5. Get money to implement the Plan. PLEASE REPLY-TO-ALL AND WRITE YOUR NAME ABOVE BESIDE THOSE ITEMS WHOSE ACCOMPLISHMENT YOU WILL LEAD. 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: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: April 27, 2012 6:00:22 PM EDT To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award FYI Begin forwarded message: From: Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> Date: April 27, 2012 5:47:57 PM EDT To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Subject: Bicycle Friendly Community Award Dear Frank, Congratulations! The League of American Bicyclists has decided to designate Morgantown as a Bicycle Friendly Community at the Bronze level. This decision involved careful review of your application and consultation with local cyclists. As you know, this award is presented only to communities with remarkable commitments to bicycling. You should be very proud of this accomplishment. Please share this with your partners in the city and advocacy community. The League will be publicizing this nationally Monday, May 14th to coincide with National Bike to Work Week. We look to working with you to help promote this accomplishment and will be sending you a template for a local press release next week. We encourage you to create your own for local & regional media. Please hold your announcement of the award until May 14th. You will also be receiving an award certificate, BFC road sign and feedback on what you can do to make Morgantown more bicycle-friendly in the next two weeks. Your designation will be due for renewal in February 2016. At that point your community will be reevaluated so we urge you to make as many improvements as possible in the meantime! Of course, if you wish to renew sooner than that please do. We look forward to seeing the community’s progress. If you would like to do an award ceremony, please let us know. We would love to work together to promote this great achievement. Also, we would like to promote the community on our website. We are asking you to provide a few new photographs that we can use to produce your community profile page onwww.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org. Please email those to nicole(a)bikeleague.org Once again, accept our congratulations on your tremendous efforts to create a truly Bicycle Friendly Community. Sincerely, Bill Nesper VP, Programs League of American Bicyclists P: 202-822-1333 bill(a)bikeleague.org __________ frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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(no subject)
by director 30 Apr '12

30 Apr '12

Good morning, I've got some exciting news that DOES NOT have to be kept secret, in fact I hope you'll blab this to everyone you know because this team of WVU engineering students deserve immediate and enthusiastic recognition for what they've done, which is this. In last week's American Society of Mechanical Engineers' (ASME) Human Powered Vehicle Challenge (HPVC) they competed with a trike of their own design and construction and finished 7th among 32 schools. How they did so well is impressive too, they focused on getting the basics - wheels, drivetrain, steering - working well. In the endurance event their vehicle kept running while faster and more exotic ones were breaking down and crashing. This was a major factor in their final score - which was determined by a combination of design, safety, practicality and speed criteria. I'm not sure if there's a place for things like this on BFC applications, but to everyone at the competition it put Morgantown on the map as a place for bicycling. There will be a team presentation tomorrow at the Engineering Campus. I'll post details on the Facebook page for Positive Spin when I get them. Thanks. Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award
by bill austin 28 Apr '12

28 Apr '12

Congratulations! A well deserved award. Please express my congratulations to everyone on the BB. -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 4/27/2012 6:00:22 PM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award FYI Begin forwarded message: From: Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> Date: April 27, 2012 5:47:57 PM EDT To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Subject: Bicycle Friendly Community Award Dear Frank, Congratulations! The League of American Bicyclists has decided to designate Morgantown as a Bicycle Friendly Community at the Bronze level. This decision involved careful review of your application and consultation with local cyclists. As you know, this award is presented only to communities with remarkable commitments to bicycling. You should be very proud of this accomplishment. Please share this with your partners in the city and advocacy community. The League will be publicizing this nationally Monday, May 14th to coincide with National Bike to Work Week. We look to working with you to help promote this accomplishment and will be sending you a template for a local press release next week. We encourage you to create your own for local & regional media. Please hold your announcement of the award until May 14th. You will also be receiving an award certificate, BFC road sign and feedback on what you can do to make Morgantown more bicycle-friendly in the next two weeks. Your designation will be due for renewal in February 2016. At that point your community will be reevaluated so we urge you to make as many improvements as possible in the meantime! Of course, if you wish to renew sooner than that please do. We look forward to seeing the community’s progress. If you would like to do an award ceremony, please let us know. We would love to work together to promote this great achievement. Also, we would like to promote the community on our website. We are asking you to provide a few new photographs that we can use to produce your community profile page onwww.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org. Please email those to nicole(a)bikeleague.org Once again, accept our congratulations on your tremendous efforts to create a truly Bicycle Friendly Community. Sincerely, Bill Nesper VP, Programs League of American Bicyclists P: 202-822-1333 bill(a)bikeleague.org __________ frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Apr '12

28 Apr '12

FYI, here's a message I sent to Rob Pennington at WVDOT about Morgantown's Bicycle Friendly Community award. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: April 28, 2012 9:10:44 AM EDT > To: Rob Pennington <Robert.Pennington(a)wv.gov> > Cc: Perry J Keller <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, Richard Warner <Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov>, Bill C Robinson <Bill.C.Robinson(a)wv.gov>, Bryan L Radabaugh <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov>, Fouad N Shoukry <fouad.n.shoukry(a)wv.gov> > Subject: Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award > > Dear Rob, > > The message below informs Morgantown that the League of American Bicyclists recognizes Morgantown as a Bicycle Friendly Community at the Bronze level. The message also requests withholding announcement until May 14 so I ask you to do so until Morgantown officially releases an announcement. > > I expect that LAB considered Morgantown's Effective Bicycling Education Program to be a major factor in deciding to give us the award. The Transportation Enhancement grant that you awarded Morgantown enabled us to develop and deliver that program. Please accept my personal gratitude for that. > > As you know, to be recognized as a BFC, a community must demonstrate achievement in all the E's: Education, Enforcement, Engineering, Encouragement, Evaluation and Equity. I'm also sending you this now to express my gratitude to you, Perry Keller, Richard Warner, Bill Robinson, Jim Hudson, Bryan Radabaugh, Fouad Shakry, Ray Lewis and other WVDOT employees whose names I am embarrassed to have forgotten for the cooperation and assistance we have received in striving for recognition in all the E's. > > As soon as we have an announcement crafted, I will send it to you. > > > 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: Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> >> Date: April 27, 2012 5:47:57 PM EDT >> To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >> Subject: Bicycle Friendly Community Award >> >> Dear Frank, >> >> Congratulations! The League of American Bicyclists has decided to designate Morgantown as a Bicycle Friendly Community at the Bronze level. This decision involved careful review of your application and consultation with local cyclists. >> >> As you know, this award is presented only to communities with remarkable commitments to bicycling. You should be very proud of this accomplishment. Please share this with your partners in the city and advocacy community. The League will be publicizing this nationally Monday, May 14th to coincide with National Bike to Work Week. We look to working with you to help promote this accomplishment and will be sending you a template for a local press release next week. We encourage you to create your own for local & regional media. Please hold your announcement of the award until May 14th. >> >> You will also be receiving an award certificate, BFC road sign and feedback on what you can do to make Morgantown more bicycle-friendly in the next two weeks. >> >> Your designation will be due for renewal in February 2016. At that point your community will be reevaluated so we urge you to make as many improvements as possible in the meantime! Of course, if you wish to renew sooner than that please do. We look forward to seeing the community’s progress. >> >> If you would like to do an award ceremony, please let us know. We would love to work together to promote this great achievement. Also, we would like to promote the community on our website. We are asking you to provide a few new photographs that we can use to produce your community profile page onwww.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org. Please email those to nicole(a)bikeleague.org >> >> Once again, accept our congratulations on your tremendous efforts to create a truly Bicycle Friendly Community. >> >> Sincerely, >> >> Bill Nesper >> VP, Programs >> League of American Bicyclists >> P: 202-822-1333 >> bill(a)bikeleague.org >> >> __________ >> frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net >

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Fwd: Re: Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award
by Chet Parsons 28 Apr '12

28 Apr '12

Alice responded to me ;) ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: "Alice Vernon" <vernon.mail(a)gmail.com> Date: Apr 27, 2012 10:33 PM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award To: "Chet Parsons" <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> Forgot to say great job Frank for keeping the Board on task with this! On Fri, Apr 27, 2012 at 10:32 PM, Alice Vernon <vernon.mail(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Finally:) > Alice > > On Fri, Apr 27, 2012 at 10:16 PM, Chet Parsons <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> Awesome! >> >> On Apr 27, 2012 6:00 PM, "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> >>> FYI >>> >>> Begin forwarded message: >>> >>> From: Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> >>> Date: April 27, 2012 5:47:57 PM EDT >>> To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>> Subject: Bicycle Friendly Community Award >>> >>> Dear Frank, >>> >>> Congratulations! The League of American Bicyclists has decided to >>> designate Morgantown as a Bicycle Friendly Community at the Bronze level. >>> This decision involved careful review of your application and consultation >>> with local cyclists. >>> >>> As you know, this award is presented only to communities with remarkable >>> commitments to bicycling. You should be very proud of this accomplishment. >>> Please share this with your partners in the city and advocacy community. The >>> League will be publicizing this nationally Monday, May 14th to coincide with >>> National Bike to Work Week. We look to working with you to help promote this >>> accomplishment and will be sending you a template for a local press release >>> next week. We encourage you to create your own for local & regional >>> media. Please hold your announcement of the award until May 14th. >>> >>> You will also be receiving an award certificate, BFC road sign and >>> feedback on what you can do to make Morgantown more bicycle-friendly in the >>> next two weeks. >>> >>> Your designation will be due for renewal in February 2016. At that point >>> your community will be reevaluated so we urge you to make as many >>> improvements as possible in the meantime! Of course, if you wish to renew >>> sooner than that please do. We look forward to seeing the community’s >>> progress. >>> >>> If you would like to do an award ceremony, please let us know. We would >>> love to work together to promote this great achievement. Also, we would like >>> to promote the community on our website. We are asking you to provide a few >>> new photographs that we can use to produce your community profile page >>> onwww.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org. Please email those >>> to nicole(a)bikeleague.org >>> >>> Once again, accept our congratulations on your tremendous efforts to >>> create a truly Bicycle Friendly Community. >>> >>> Sincerely, >>> >>> Bill Nesper >>> VP, Programs >>> League of American Bicyclists >>> P: 202-822-1333 >>> bill(a)bikeleague.org >>> >>> __________ >>> frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Bikeboard mailing list >>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award
by Chip Wamsley 27 Apr '12

27 Apr '12

Great job, now lets all keep the momentum going! -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 4/27/2012 6:00:22 PM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Community Award FYI Begin forwarded message: From: Bill Nesper <billnesper(a)bikeleague.org> Date: April 27, 2012 5:47:57 PM EDT To: "frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Subject: Bicycle Friendly Community Award Dear Frank, Congratulations! The League of American Bicyclists has decided to designate Morgantown as a Bicycle Friendly Community at the Bronze level. This decision involved careful review of your application and consultation with local cyclists. As you know, this award is presented only to communities with remarkable commitments to bicycling. You should be very proud of this accomplishment. Please share this with your partners in the city and advocacy community. The League will be publicizing this nationally Monday, May 14th to coincide with National Bike to Work Week. We look to working with you to help promote this accomplishment and will be sending you a template for a local press release next week. We encourage you to create your own for local & regional media. Please hold your announcement of the award until May 14th. You will also be receiving an award certificate, BFC road sign and feedback on what you can do to make Morgantown more bicycle-friendly in the next two weeks. Your designation will be due for renewal in February 2016. At that point your community will be reevaluated so we urge you to make as many improvements as possible in the meantime! Of course, if you wish to renew sooner than that please do. We look forward to seeing the community’s progress. If you would like to do an award ceremony, please let us know. We would love to work together to promote this great achievement. Also, we would like to promote the community on our website. We are asking you to provide a few new photographs that we can use to produce your community profile page onwww.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org. Please email those to nicole(a)bikeleague.org Once again, accept our congratulations on your tremendous efforts to create a truly Bicycle Friendly Community. Sincerely, Bill Nesper VP, Programs League of American Bicyclists P: 202-822-1333 bill(a)bikeleague.org __________ frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Agenda for next Thursday's Monthly BB meeting
by dwilliams＠labyrinth.net 27 Apr '12

27 Apr '12

Good Evening, I would like to discuss the Bike Month events, promotions, outcomes and other topics finalized at the Bike Month Event meeting on May 2. I would like to give a general update, potentially provide links to data and flyers, and for comments and additional participation and sponsorship. (15 min) And potentially discuss or mention to the members that the Bike Board should work in conjunction with the Pedestrian Safety Board to recommend 1 segment of road and 1 alternative segment to have a test study for video ped. and bicycle counts. (Bill may have already discussed this in my absence though. I will have to follow-up.) 2-3 minutes unless discussion If I can think of anything else, I will let you know. Thank you, Danielle Williams TDM Coordinator Morgantown MPO -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 4/27/2012 9:06:59 AM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Agenda for next Thursday's Monthly BB meeting Bicycle Board Members, I usually send you a draft agenda the week before our regular monthly meeting but this month, I'd like to try something different. I've been thinking that the draft agenda is essentially a "box" and my transmission of it asks you to respond to what's in the box. Recently, I have observed declining member responses to communications and declining participation in board activities. So, today, no box. Please reply-to-all and say what you would like the board to accomplish at next Thursday's meeting. Feel free to include any other information that might help the board to succeed in accomplishing your objective, e.g. how much time you'll need, members and resources you'll need, your approach, etc.. Hopefully, this approach will give you an opportunity to "think outside the box" and increase BB member participation. The meeting will still start at 6:30 PM in the PSC Conference Room and I'd like to reserve about 10 minutes at the end for us to evaluate this approach. 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Decker's Creek Trail
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Apr '12

24 Apr '12

Have you seen the new left turn lane and intersection widening WVDOH is installing at the western crossing of the rail trail with Deckers Creek Blvd? On October 18, I copied you on a message to Chris Fletcher, Roy Nutter and Bill Austin suggesting that this was an opportunity to make that crossing safer for cyclists. Does it look safer to you? The subject of my October 18 message was Walgreen's new store that will replace Southern States. The salient point of my message was that this was an opportunity to improve the terrible sight line where the trail heading east crosses the road. On Dec. 26, a 10-year old bicyclist crossing there was hit by a pickup truck. Recently, I learned from WVDOH that they're considering transforming the signalized intersection there to a roundabout. Walgreen has asked Damien to recommend bike racks and they're considering making a direct connection from their business to the trail. Obviously, this is an opportunity for knowledgeable cyclists to get involved to improve the situation for cyclists or at least prevent increased endangerment. We already have recommendations in the Bicycle Plan for cyclist activated crossing signals and a raised intersection. (Wanna bet nobody thought of such at the other crossing?) Several Bicycle Board members have expressed interest in the rail trail there (don't make me name you;) NOW, WHO'S GOING TO REPRESENT THE BICYCLE BOARD IN THESE PROCEEDINGS? Please reply-to-all ASAP and contact Christiaan about the Thursday 4/19 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: "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: April 17, 2012 3:40:23 PM EDT > To: <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Ella Belling" <ella(a)montrails.org> > Cc: "Mark Wise" <mwise(a)boparc.org>, "Christopher Fletcher" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Sam Zizzi" <Sam.Zizzi(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Re: Decker's Creek Trail > > Troops - > Let's go with a 2:30 meeting in my office on Thursday (the 19th). I'm in room 132 of the Coliseum. Enter at the Blue Gate, turn right, my office is the first door on the right. Ella - feel free to invite others. > It appears the agenda will include > 1) identifying how we can help the Walgreens development > 2) checking out the infrared sensors Christiaan has & if/where to use them > 3) discussing the project MRTC is planning w/the Nat'l RTC > 4) identifying potential supplementary research to incorporate in the MRTC project > 5) discussing next steps, including funding to pursue > > Sound about right? > See you all at 2:30 on Thursday. > Christiaan > > > Christiaan Abildso, Ph.D., MPH > Weight Management Research and Evaluation Coordinator > WVU Health Performance Services > 304.293.0860 > http://healthperformance.wordpress.com/

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Resolution to adopt Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Apr '12

24 Apr '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please review and approve or comment on the attached resolution by Noon tomorrow, Wednesday, April 25. This morning, the City Manager's office asked me to draft a resolution that the City Council will use to adopt the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan. They asked for it by the end of the day tomorrow. 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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Fwd: Reminder: Dr. Brann's students presenting to CC tomorrow (4/24)
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Apr '12

24 Apr '12

Dr. Maria Brann's Communications students have been researching ways to make Morgantown safer for pedestrians. They will present their findings and recommendations tonight at 7 pm in Council Chambers to the CC COW. Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: April 23, 2012 9:32:29 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)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>, 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 <freesource(a)cheat.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>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Danielle Williams <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net>, Maria Brann <Maria.Brann(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Melody Thomas <mthoma29(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Reminder: Dr. Brann's students presenting to CC tomorrow (4/24) > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > Dr. Brann's students will be presenting their research to city council at the committee of the whole meeting tomorrow (4/24) - they are first on the agenda for the meeting beginning at 7:00. They will also be discussing an ordinance establishing an Inclusive City Commission. Please consider attending to show support. > > Next week (May 1st) the Bicycle Board's plan will be discussed by City Council. Please consider attending to show solidarity with our friends on the bicycle board. > Best to all, > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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May 1 Bike Plan Presentation to CC
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is Terrence's weekly information letter to City Council dated April 20. In it, he highlights our plan and its upcoming presentation to City Council at its regular May 1 meeting. It was exciting to have BB members outnumber CC members at the last presentation. I hope we can repeat that at this meeting to show support for the plan as well as to help me remember what happens. 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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Fwd: May 2nd Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is the report that I propose to present to the Traffic Commission at it's May 2 meeting. Please respond with your concurrence or recommended changes by Tuesday, April 24. The TC didn't meet last month so the attached report contains much of the same info as the report that I proposed to present last month with some items updated. 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: April 23, 2012 2:59:57 PM EDT > To: 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>, "Henry, Adam" <Adam.Henry(a)mail.wvu.edu>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, "Gmeindl, Frank" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Andrea Soccorsi <Andrea.Soccorsi(a)Mail.WVU.edu>, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ken Martis <kmartis(a)wvu.edu>, Margaret Roberts <Margaretormike(a)aol.com>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: May 2nd Traffic Commission Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Please send me your agenda items for May's Traffic Commission meeting by Wednesday April 25th so that I can prepare the agenda. 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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Ice's Ferry Bridge closure
by director 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

Perry, I'm writing again in regard to bike/pedestrian access at WV857 on the Ice's Ferry Bridge during construction of the replacement bridge. First I want to thank you for permitting cyclists to cross during the Winter while construction was stopped. I've used the bridge just about every day, and have seen other cyclists and pedestrians using it as well. However, as I understand that construction will begin again on May 1 I would like to know if I can count on continued access across the bridge after that time. I would also like to know that if you give that assurance, it won't be rescinded or blocked by someone else in the department - as has happened in the past. I am particularly concerned because in the last Dominion Post article about the bridge closure the person speaking on behalf of the department appeared to be unaware that anyone had requested access. I am concerned about this issue for myself, as I depend on this route to get to work and other activities in Morgantown every day. However, as a sustainable transportation advocate I am also concerned that bike/ped access to the bridge be maintained for everyone who needs it - as is required by law (unless a practical alternative route has been established). I have cc'ed this message to the Morgantown Bike Board as many of them also use this route regularly. Thank you. Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Fwd: cycling
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Apr '12

20 Apr '12

Bicycle Board Members, Who wants to lend your ideas/expertise on bicycles and cycling to help the public library make a visual display on bicycles and cycling for May? We could at least provide them bumper stickers and police information cards. We could lend them the Same Roads, Same Rights, Same Rules banner if nobody's planning to use it for anything else. Perhaps the BikeMorgantown.com website including the Morgantown bike route, etc. could be worked into it as well. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Reger-Nash, Bill" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > Date: April 16, 2012 12:22:58 PM EDT > To: Sarah Grant <sarahbgrant(a)gmail.com> > Cc: "chip(a)walmsleycycles.com" <chip(a)walmsleycycles.com>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "fgmendl(a)frontier.net" <fgmendl(a)frontier.net> > Subject: RE: cycling > > SarahBeth, > > Always nice to bump into you. > > Thank you for promoting bicycling through the Library. There are two outstanding resources, who will be able to be much more helpful than I might. As you know, Chip Walmsley (296-CHIP) is a mountain of a man and a wonderful resource. Another person who is very qualified is my good friend Frank Gmeindl. Frank is the chair of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board. Both of these folks are copied on this communication. > > Be well. > > Bill > > Bill Reger-Nash, EdD > West Virginia University Department of Community Medicine > One Medical Center Drive, Suite 3812E > Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 > > Office Phone: 304-293-0763 > Cell Phone: 304-685-6740 > Fax: 304-293-6685 > > Email: wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu > > Departmental webpage: www.hsc.wvu.edu/cmed > Bill Reger-Nash webpage: www.hsc.wvu.edu/cmed/wreger/index.asp > > Wheeling Walks > Walk 30 to 60 minutes daily. > Out the door for 30 or more! gn2001 > > > From: Sarah Grant [mailto:sarahbgrant@gmail.com] > Sent: Monday, April 16, 2012 11:57 AM > To: Reger-Nash, Bill > Subject: cycling > > Hello, Bill-- > > It was nice to run into you the other day. > > I'm writing to solicit some ideas/ expertise from you on the subject of bikes and cycling. I'm putting together a visual display on the subject for the public library for the month of May. I know that you know the owners of Wamsley, and my supervisor knows them as well, so I will be contacting them soon to see what information, materials, pamphlets, etc. they might have. I thought of you immediately, though, when I learned that this would be the theme of our display. I have a couple of ideas already, but I know that you are very knowledgeable about cycling, so I thought I'd ask you the favor: If you have a moment and something occurs to you that might be important to include on a display about bikes, could you drop me a line (no need to put an enormous amount of thought into this)? > Thanks in advance, if you can! In the meantime. . . .enjoy the lovely weather on your bike! > > Best, > > Sarah Beth

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Statewide Bicycle Connectivity Plan - Public Meeting Announcement
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Apr '12

19 Apr '12

Please remember to attend the meeting May 15 in Council Chambers 4-7 pm. and be prepared to show WVDOT good bike routes. I asked Perry Keller to give me a better version of the statewide bike route maps that they've already produced. In response, he sent me the attached cue sheet. Below is my response. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Date: April 18, 2012 9:09:35 AM EDT > To: "Keller, Perry J" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov> > Subject: Re: maps > > Thanks, Perry! The cue sheet is much more informative. > > At first glance, I see a somewhat major error in it. The cue sheet says WV Bike Route 7 connects to "the Pennsylvania Bicycle Route "A" which appears to follow the Monongalia-Fayette Expressway." The PA A-Route is far from the Mon-Fayette expressway. The PA A-Route basically follows US 19 and is considerably west of the Mon-Fayette expressway. > > The WV Bike Route 7 is a good rail trail route but if is going to connect to PA, it shouldn't follow the Deckers Creek trail as described in the cue sheet. Just staying on the Monongahela River Trail takes you right into PA at Pt. Marion. From Pt. Marion, there are several alternative routes to the Great Allegheny Passage which goes to Pittsburgh or Washington, DC. > > The Morgantown area routes on the map at Potential connections to other States (http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/programplanning/planning/statewid…) seem to be different than the routes on the cue sheet. To the extent that I can resolve it, the map correctly shows the PA A-Route and connection to the PA A-Route via WV 100 but that route is not on the cue sheet. Making WV 100 part of a bike route connection to the PA A-Route would provide a tremendous benefit to Morgantown area cyclists. It's the flattest road route out of Morgantown and connects to the PA A-Route (as well as the popular Rising Creek Bakery in Mt. Morris. Let's ride there next time you're in Morgantown!) > > No need to do anything about these points at this time. I'll reiterate them at the May 15 workshop in Morgantown and hopefully be able to offer some help on other parts of our great state. Correcting the error in the cue sheet might save some work though. > > I'm still wondering if those map files at http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/programplanning/planning/statewid… could be made available in some more flexible format than PDF. > > Perry, thanks for everything you do to promote bicycling in WV. I recognize that it's like juggling lions and tigers and bears. > > Frank > > > > On Apr 16, 2012, at 10:39 AM, Keller, Perry J wrote: > >> See if this helps. >> >> From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] >> Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2012 9:23 PM >> To: Keller, Perry J >> Subject: maps >> >> Hi Perry, >> >> I'm very excited about the workshops that WVDOT is conducting to define bike routes and connections to neighboring states. I will definitely attend at least the May 15 workshop in Morgantown. I see at http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/programplanning/planning/statewid… that some work has already been done. Unfortunately, I can't tell from the pdf maps what roads the already recommended routes are on. Are those maps available in some other format, e.g. google maps that I could zoom in and see more detail; at least the route numbers? >> >> Best wishes, >> >> >> 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 >> >> >> >> <Previously Proposed WV Bike Routes.pdf> >

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Bicycle Plan Budget
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Apr '12

17 Apr '12

Bicycle Board Members, On April 4, Damien, Chip and Frank met to develop cost estimates for the recommended projects in the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan. This effort is in preparation for an April 17 meeting with Terrence for which he requested the Bicycle Board's recommendation of a set of affordable projects and cost estimates for them. We developed estimates for the plan's 16 top priority projects. The attached worksheet, Apr4Est.xlsx shows those estimates. With your concurrence, we will present the attached to Terrence on April 17. Please reply at your earliest convenience. 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] Bicycle Plan Budget
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Apr '12

15 Apr '12

Derek, We just went down the list of recommendations and developed cost estimates. We didn't discriminate on the basis of affordability. The attendees at Terrence's meeting have already seen the priorities. Now, we're providing cost estimates. Frankly, I was hoping we could have rough order of magnitude cost estimates for all the projects but we did the best we could in the time we had. Anyway, when we get to widening University Ave. from Falling Run to Patteson, we'll recognize that it may cost millions and move on. An alternative could be to breakdown that project, e.g. into design and build and perhaps go for the design phase but that too will require somebody to do the design cost estimate. Frank On Apr 13, 2012, at 8:52 AM, Derek Springston wrote: > Frank, > I glanced at the cost estimates spreadsheet. I concur, but wonder if Priority 5, Engineering 14 will cause any headache/discussion since the city's column says 'millions'. I'd love to see that happen, too, but don't think 'millions' could be considered 'affordable'? Perhaps you guys can discuss it and decide what to do with that section. I'll concur with whatever you decide. Try to let me know what you decide on that one, but I don't necessarily have to know at this point. Also think that it will be a difficult sell to re-engineer that, although I'd love to see it happen and figure it's far better to ask than assume it can't be done. > Thanks for creating that and good luck on the 17th. > ~Derek > > On Thu, Apr 12, 2012 at 6:40 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Bicycle Board Members, > > On April 4, Damien, Chip and Frank met to develop cost estimates for the recommended projects in the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan. This effort is in preparation for an April 17 meeting with Terrence for which he requested the Bicycle Board's recommendation of a set of affordable projects and cost estimates for them. We developed estimates for the plan's 16 top priority projects. The attached worksheet, Apr4Est.xlsx shows those estimates. > > With your concurrence, we will present the attached to Terrence on April 17. Please reply at your earliest convenience. > > > 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 > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > 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 >

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Fwd: Decker's Creek Trail
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Apr '12

13 Apr '12

fyi: Walgreens, rail-trail Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: April 13, 2012 4:29:54 PM EDT > To: Christopher Fletcher <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: Mark Wise <mwise(a)boparc.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Christiaan Abildso <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Re: Decker's Creek Trail > > Chris, > > Thanks for remember the Bicycle Board. I do not have any trail use data. Ella Belling, MRTC Chair or Christiaan Abildso, Pedestrian Safety Board Chair might. I copied them on this message. > > 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 > > > > On Apr 13, 2012, at 4:26 PM, Christopher Fletcher wrote: > >> Gents: >> >> Good afternoon. Damien and I met with the developer for the Walgreens site in Sabraton this afternoon. They agreed to meet with representatives from the Bicycle Board, Pedestrian Safety Board, and BOPARC so they can show and discuss improvements they are planning for the general area of the Decker's Creek Trail crossing at Green Bag Road. Damien or I will let you know when that meeting is scheduled in the coming weeks. >> >> One question they asked was whether or not any data is available to illustrate the amount of pedestrian and bicycle traffic going through this area. The developer wants to demonstrate to Walgreens the significance and opportunity of potentially providing a connection from the development site to the trail. Do you have or know who may have this type of data or even trail utilization statistics? >> >> Thank you in advance for your assistance. Have a safe and enjoyable weekend. >> >> Respectfully, >> >> Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP >> Director of Development Services >> 389 Spruce Street >> Morgantown, WV 26505 >> (o) 304-284-7413 >> (f) 304-284-7534 >> (c) 304-906-7843 >> cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org >> >> >

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Fwd: Bicycle Plan Budget
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Apr '12

13 Apr '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> > Date: April 13, 2012 8:52:54 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bicycle Plan Budget > > Frank, > I glanced at the cost estimates spreadsheet. I concur, but wonder if Priority 5, Engineering 14 will cause any headache/discussion since the city's column says 'millions'. I'd love to see that happen, too, but don't think 'millions' could be considered 'affordable'? Perhaps you guys can discuss it and decide what to do with that section. I'll concur with whatever you decide. Try to let me know what you decide on that one, but I don't necessarily have to know at this point. Also think that it will be a difficult sell to re-engineer that, although I'd love to see it happen and figure it's far better to ask than assume it can't be done. > Thanks for creating that and good luck on the 17th. > ~Derek > > On Thu, Apr 12, 2012 at 6:40 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Bicycle Board Members, > > On April 4, Damien, Chip and Frank met to develop cost estimates for the recommended projects in the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan. This effort is in preparation for an April 17 meeting with Terrence for which he requested the Bicycle Board's recommendation of a set of affordable projects and cost estimates for them. We developed estimates for the plan's 16 top priority projects. The attached worksheet, Apr4Est.xlsx shows those estimates. > > With your concurrence, we will present the attached to Terrence on April 17. Please reply at your earliest convenience. > > > 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 > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > 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 >

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bikeboard@cheat.org addition
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Apr '12

10 Apr '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please reply by April 17 with your concurrence to add Eric Henrickson [mailto:moxiemeister@hotmail.com] to bikeboard(a)cheat.org or your objection to doing so. See explanation below. 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: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> > Date: April 10, 2012 9:56:43 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Cc: Eric Henrickson <moxiemeister(a)hotmail.com> > Subject: Fwd: Route 705, Morgantown > > Frank, > A good friend of mine and frequent road cyclist, Eric has been concerned and taking some action over the last few years concerning Rt. 705's lack of being bicycle friendly. After seeing his email and being impressed that he's being proactive, I've discussed with him about attending the Bike Board meetings, being copied on one of our lists so he's more aware of what we're working on, and eventually considering becoming a member of the Bike Board. I told him that the current bike plan does have recommendations to include Bike Lanes on 705 and Mon Blvd, with several other improvements around town. Eric is an intelligent, motivated, and fun person who I'd love to see involved with more of our decision-making, if he chooses, and I wanted to try to minimize multiple different emails/proposals/requests to the WVDOH on our individual views. We obviously don't all think the same and often with cycling there are many options. I just thought it would be great to have our discussions here locally, come to consensus, and make sure we're not presenting too many differing opinions at the state level to minimize confusion. On the other hand, do you think the DOH handles this well and can differentiate and organize between citizen, Bike Board, or Traffic Commission recommendations and decide what's best for Morgantown? > > Let me know if I should or could: > include him on our Bike Board email list > Different email list? > Present him with a link for the Bicycle Plan > Consider him for a Bike Board position (if there are any open soon) > Other ideas? > Thanks, > ~Derek

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Free cycling-skills classes in LA, Free peer-to-peer bike rental using social networks
by director 09 Apr '12

09 Apr '12

A couple of interesting links from this morning's news. Free cycling-skills classes in LA http://www.sierraclubgreenhome.com/homepage/classes-make-bicycling-in-los-a… http://sustainablestreets.org/education/ http://beverlyhills.patch.com/articles/without-a-car-in-the-world Free peer-to-peer bike rental with spinlister http://mashable.com/2012/04/02/spinlister-bike-rentals-in-ny-sf/ Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Statewide Bicycle Connectivity Plan - Public Meeting Announcement
by director 05 Apr '12

05 Apr '12

Frank, Sorry to be a pest, but the announcement/attachment didn't make it through. Would it be possible to send the text of the announcement in an email? Is there another place I could get it from? I didn't see anything about the meetings in a quick web search, other than generalities. Thanks, Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 4/3/2012 3:29:41 PM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Statewide Bicycle Connectivity Plan - Public Meeting Announcement Here's an opportunity to tell the State where to designate bicycle routes. Begin forwarded message: From: "Slack, Alanna J" <Alanna.J.Slack(a)wv.gov> Date: April 3, 2012 1:03:18 PM EDT To: "Keller, Perry J" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, <staffordwo(a)cdmsmith.com>, <gagarrett(a)gmail.com>, <kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com>, <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, <dennis.strawn(a)msbcbs.com>, <rmyeager(a)Parkersburg-WV.com> Cc: <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, <bphipps(a)belomar.org>, <mikepap(a)bhjmpc.org>, Randy Durst <randy.durst(a)movrc.org>, <ssalameh(a)ntelos.net>, <scottferry(a)wvregion3.org>, <rgordon(a)washco-md.net> Subject: Statewide Bicycle Connectivity Plan - Public Meeting Announcement Please find attached the Public Meeting Announcement for the WVDOH’s Statewide Bicycle Connectivity Plan. Public Meetings will be held at the following locations: Wheeling, WV Morgantown, WV Ranson, WV Elkins, WV Lewisburg, WV Parkersburg, WV Charleston, WV Huntington, WV We would greatly appreciate it if you could forward this announcement on to individuals in your bicycle community. We look forward to seeing you. Thanks Alanna J. Slack, PE West Virginia Department of Transportation - Division of Highways Program Planning and Administration Division 624 Depot Street Parkersburg, WV 26101-5127 (304)420-4629 (Parkersburg - District 3) Direct Line (304)420-4595 (Parkersburg - District 3) Main Line (304)558-9245 (Charleston - Building 5) (304)420-4716 (fax) Alanna.J.Slack(a)wv.gov _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Bike Month Proclamation
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Apr '12

05 Apr '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Linda Little <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: April 5, 2012 10:39:12 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Cc: "Sypolt, Bethany" <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Jim Manilla <jimmanilla(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: Bike Month Proclamation > > Frank, we will get this ready for the first meeting in May. Thank you. > > Linda Little > City Clerk > City of Morgantown > 389 Spruce St. > Morgantown WV. 26505 > 304-284-7434 > cityclerk(a)morgantown.com > *please note beginning in March 2012 my new e-mail will be llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > To: llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org > Cc: citycouncilward2(a)cityofmorgantown.org, "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > Sent: Thursday, April 5, 2012 10:36:16 AM > Subject: Bike Month Proclamation > > Hi Linda, > > Attached, please find a draft proclamation that the Bicycle Board would like the Mayor to proclaim no later than May 1. The proclamation is of May as Morgantown Bike Month. > > In each of the last 3 years, the Mayor has proclaimed May as Bike Month in Morgantown. This year, it is even more appropriate than in past years because Morgantown has made such great strides in becoming a bicycle friendly community and has some substantive plans for continuing to move vigorously forward. > > As in the past years, we would appreciate your putting the attached into the appropriate format for a proclamation. > > We are copying Mayor Manilla on this message to ask his concurrence on the proclamation and his commitment to present it at the earliest convenient City Council 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 > > > >

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Bike Month Proclamation
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Apr '12

05 Apr '12

Hi Linda, Attached, please find a draft proclamation that the Bicycle Board would like the Mayor to proclaim no later than May 1. The proclamation is of May as Morgantown Bike Month. In each of the last 3 years, the Mayor has proclaimed May as Bike Month in Morgantown. This year, it is even more appropriate than in past years because Morgantown has made such great strides in becoming a bicycle friendly community and has some substantive plans for continuing to move vigorously forward. As in the past years, we would appreciate your putting the attached into the appropriate format for a proclamation. We are copying Mayor Manilla on this message to ask his concurrence on the proclamation and his commitment to present it at the earliest convenient City Council 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

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Fwd: PBIC News: Free Webinar on US Bike Sharing Programs
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Apr '12

04 Apr '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: April 4, 2012 8:28:41 PM EDT > To: Nick Hein <director(a)positivespin.org>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Fw: PBIC News: Free Webinar on US Bike Sharing Programs > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > FYI... > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: PBIC News <PBIC_News(a)mail.vresp.com> > To: walkmgw(a)yahoo.com > Sent: Tuesday, April 3, 2012 2:19 PM > Subject: PBIC News: Free Webinar on US Bike Sharing Programs > > > April 3, 2012 > > PBIC Announces Free Webinar on Bike Sharing Programs in the U.S. > > CHAPEL HILL, NC — The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announces the next free Webinar in its Livable Communities Webinar Series: Bike Sharing in the United States: State of the Practice and Guide to Implementation > Thursday, April 26, 2012 > 3:00 p.m. — 4:30 p.m. EDT > To register for the webinar, visit http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/b71e6789b5/3dca12abfc/5cbff9f6…. > Since 2008, more than 20 jurisdictions have been able to implement bike sharing in their communities. As bike sharing continues to gain popularity throughout the US, guidance on how to plan and implement is necessary to achieve a successful program. > This webinar will share highlights from a national study of existing bike share programs in large and small communities across the US- providing an overview of important considerations such as: > Operating costs; > Varying business models; > And metrics of success > The presenters also will explain different funding sources used to implement bike share programs, with a focus on federal discretionary and non-discretionary programs and associated eligibility requirements. To complement the findings of this research, Nicole Freedman with the city of Boston and Julia Diana with the city of San Antonio will share insights and lessons learned from starting bike sharing programs in their respective jurisdictions. They will also describe the planning and procurement process, as well as successes unexpected challenges encountered along the way. > Presenters for this session include: > Nicole Freedman, Director of Bicycle Programs for the city of Boston > Julia Diana, manager of the San Antonio Bikes Program > R.J. Eldridge, Director of Planning for Toole Design Group > Mauricio Hernandez, Transportation Planner with Toole Design Group > 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. Content from the PBIC Livable Communities Webinar series is drawn from the PBIC’s in-person trainings focused on pedestrian safety and creating livable communities. The trainings provide in-depth technical assistance, allow hands-on work with the experts, and generate detailed action plans. Complete information on these trainings can be found on the PBIC training Web site at www.walkinginfo.org/training. > 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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SRTS Bike Brigade Seminar now online!
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 04 Apr '12

04 Apr '12

The "Building a SRTS Bike Brigade: Tips on Getting Started and Spreading the Success" webinar from Safe Routes to School that was held March 13 is now available as a download at http://www.saferoutesinfo.org/events-and-training/srts-webinars/bbrigade . They have flowplayer, but I have to download the video at http://www.saferoutesinfo.org/sites/default/files/webinar/SRTSMarch2012_0.m… in order to watch it. It's about 283 MB in size. I highly recommend this webinar! -Jonathan

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(no subject)
by director 04 Apr '12

04 Apr '12

Good morning, Did anyone listen to the League's Bike Month web meeting last nite? Couldn't find a mention of a recording on the website, anyone know if there will be one? Thanks, Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Bike Month Proclamation
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Apr '12

04 Apr '12

Bicycle Board Members, For at least the past 3 years, the Bicycle Board has arranged for the Mayor to proclaim May as Bike Month in Morgantown. Attached is last year's proclamation. Since we are not meeting this month, are we going to drop the proclamation? If not, I think this is an opportunity to have the Mayor publicize the things that we are going to do for bike month. I thinking we could add them to the Whereas clauses. PLEASE ADVISE. e.g. what are we actually doing for bike month? 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] Bike Month Proclamation
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Apr '12

04 Apr '12

Thanks, Traci. Please see attached revision. Frank On Apr 4, 2012, at 7:49 AM, Traci Liebig wrote: > Chang eht word 'sustainable' to 'alternative' > > >>> Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> 4/3/2012 9:46 PM >>> > Thanks, Traci. How should I change the proclamation? > > Frank > > On Apr 3, 2012, at 5:27 PM, Traci Liebig wrote: > >> Hi Frank, >> >> One clarification, the WVU day in April is part of an Earth Week schedule that hasn't yet been publicly released and is dubbed 'Alternative Transportation Day.' >> >> Thanks! >> >> Traci >> >> >>> Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> 4/3/2012 5:02 PM >>> >> Thanks to Danielle and Butch for stepping up to make something happen. >> >> Please find attached draft proclamation. With BB concurrence, I will send this to the Mayor unless you provide recommendations for its improvement. >> >> Frank >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Fwd: Fwd: Budget
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Apr '12

03 Apr '12

Damien, Chip, When can you meet to develop a budget for the bicycle plan? Say, 2 hours. It has to be before 4/17 because Damien, I and others are scheduled to meet with Terrence to present the budget recommendations. BTW, the Bicycle Plan is not on tonight's City Council agenda as the CC members requested at last week's COW meeting. Terrence decided to wait until we have some budget estimates for an affordable set of priority projects. Since only Chip replied to my March 8, 2012 message Subject: Fwd: Budget asking, "PLEASE REPLY IF YOU WILL HELP DEVELOP THESE RECOMMENDATIONS." I guess once again, we're the stuckees. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Chip Wamsley" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> > Date: March 8, 2012 6:01:35 PM EST > To: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Budget > > Frank, > > I can help with budget recommendations. The $164 (parking) might be needed for locker signage. Let me know when you want to get togethet. > > Chip > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Sent 3/8/2012 4:30:10 PM > To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Budget > > Bicycle Board Members, > > Currently, we're scheduled to present the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan to the City Council at its March 27 Committee of the Whole meeting. The conclusion of our presentation is a recommendation that they direct the City Manager to implement the plan. > > Tuesday, Damien and I met with Terrence and J.R. Sabatelli (City Finance Director) to discuss budget. Assuming that the CC directs Terrence to implement the Bicycle Plan, Terrence said there may be opportunity in the mid-year budget adjustment to add to the current capital escrow budget for bicycle projects. This will probably be less than a few tens of thousands of dollars but we need to provide a prioritized set of recommendations, hopefully from our plan. PLEASE REPLY IF YOU WILL HELP DEVELOP THESE RECOMMENDATIONS. > > Terrence has scheduled a follow-up meeting April 7, 4:00-4:30 pm with me, Terrence, Terry Hough and Bill Austin so waiting until our April 5 BB meeting is too late. > > Currently, the 2012-2013 Capital Escrow budget includes $12.5K for the Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane; $164 for bicycle parking and $960 for education. We also need to recommend what to do with the $164 and $960. We have latitude. > > > 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: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >> Date: February 29, 2012 10:30:01 AM EST >> To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> >> Subject: Fwd: Budget >> >> Bicycle Board Members, >> >> I don't really understand how the City's budgeting process works but it might help if you encouraged your councilor to support our request rather than the proposed budget. Specifically, the proposed budget does not include Shared Lane Markings ($35K) or Bike Route signs ($10K) that we requested. >> >> Four years ago, we had $35K in the budget for Shared Lane Markings that got reassigned in subsequent years because the City and State sat on their hands. >> >> The proposed budget for education ($960) and parking ($164) is just carryover from prior years. >> >> The only new money is the $12.5K for " Bike Lanes". That's probably the Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane and would be the 50% cost share in a deal Terrence made with WVDOH to fund the other half. (We also submitted to Bikes Belong a grant for $10K to make up part of the $12.5K but we can't count that until we get the grant.) >> >> If we get the Bikes Belong grant, the City will only be spending $2.5K for bicycling of FY2013 money. >> >> Frank >> >> "For the equivalent cost of a single mile of freeway, we have a bike infrastructure" - John Adams, Mayor, Portland OR >> >> >> >> Begin forwarded message: >> >>> From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>> Date: February 28, 2012 11:15:06 AM EST >>> To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> >>> Subject: Budget >>> >>> Bicycle Board Members, >>> >>> If you're interested, the attached file compares a request that I gave Terrence and what was proposed to City Council. >>> >>> Frank > >> > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Statewide Bicycle Connectivity Plan - Public Meeting Announcement
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Apr '12

03 Apr '12

Here's an opportunity to tell the State where to designate bicycle routes. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Slack, Alanna J" <Alanna.J.Slack(a)wv.gov> > Date: April 3, 2012 1:03:18 PM EDT > To: "Keller, Perry J" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, <staffordwo(a)cdmsmith.com>, <gagarrett(a)gmail.com>, <kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com>, <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, <dennis.strawn(a)msbcbs.com>, <rmyeager(a)Parkersburg-WV.com> > Cc: <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, <bphipps(a)belomar.org>, <mikepap(a)bhjmpc.org>, Randy Durst <randy.durst(a)movrc.org>, <ssalameh(a)ntelos.net>, <scottferry(a)wvregion3.org>, <rgordon(a)washco-md.net> > Subject: Statewide Bicycle Connectivity Plan - Public Meeting Announcement > > Please find attached the Public Meeting Announcement for the WVDOH’s Statewide Bicycle Connectivity Plan. > > Public Meetings will be held at the following locations: > Wheeling, WV > Morgantown, WV > Ranson, WV > Elkins, WV > Lewisburg, WV > Parkersburg, WV > Charleston, WV > Huntington, WV > > We would greatly appreciate it if you could forward this announcement on to individuals in your bicycle community. > > We look forward to seeing you. > > Thanks > > Alanna J. Slack, PE > > West Virginia Department of Transportation - Division of Highways > Program Planning and Administration Division > 624 Depot Street > Parkersburg, WV 26101-5127 > > (304)420-4629 (Parkersburg - District 3) Direct Line > (304)420-4595 (Parkersburg - District 3) Main Line > (304)558-9245 (Charleston - Building 5) > > (304)420-4716 (fax) > > Alanna.J.Slack(a)wv.gov > > >

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Fwd: Saris Poster Contest-West Virginia State Winners and National Level Voting Information
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Apr '12

03 Apr '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Stacy Bisker <selaineb(a)gmail.com> > Date: April 2, 2012 9:57:46 PM EDT > To: mpurkey(a)access.k12.wv.us, mweikle(a)access.k12.wv.us, dchapman(a)access.k12.wv.us, "Strawn, Dennis A" <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com>, director <director(a)positivespin.org>, dennis.strawn(a)msbcbs.com, blchbrown(a)yahoo.com, ryan.c.burns(a)wv.gov, frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net, klconrad(a)access.k12.wv.us, smillirones(a)access.k12.wv.us, ddlonganacre(a)yahoo.com, hgorby(a)access.k12.wv.us, Kathy Vallance <kathyvallance(a)gmail.com>, Grace Gooding <grace25701(a)yahoo.com>, Teresa Blake <tblake(a)access.k12.wv.us> > Subject: Saris Poster Contest-West Virginia State Winners and National Level Voting Information > > Thank you for assisting me with spreading the word about the poster contest at the state and local levels. I was very excited to receive entries from 10 different schools state wide. Below are the three place winners for the state of WV with an attachment of the first place poster (not a great photo, the original watercolor is most impressive). > > Heather Fortune at Saris will be in touch, by mail, with each winner at the end of April about their prizes. > > In the mean time, please celebrate with me, as this was West Virginia's first year of competition! > > The first place poster is now in the running for a national award. Please spread the word that national Saris voting is currently in session, and closes Friday April 6 at noon. Go to this link: http://www.sariscyclinggroup.com/poster-contest.html One vote per email. You may vote for your favorite, but I think you will find #9 to be the WV entry, and it is a lovely representation of cycling along the New River Gorge Bridge. > > I can be reached by phone for the remainder of the week, 304-526-3357, but not available by email (my apologies). > > First Place: > Kelly Longanacre at Kenna Elementary > > Second Place: > McKenna Stavely at Tomahawk Intermediate School > > Third Place: > Samuel Ferris at Lenore K-8 > > All the entries were a great representation of the student body with in West Virginia. It has been a pleasures to coordinate this contest for the state. > > Please feel welcome and encouraged to send out school, administration press releases about your local winners or national voting. If you need any assistance with this, I am happy to help. > > -- > Stacy Bisker > A Simple Six >

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(no subject)
by director 02 Apr '12

02 Apr '12

Good evening, We can learn from the past, at least from cities that have already become more bike-friendly. This is a video I came across when I should have been doing more important stuff. What we can learn from this is what's funny about the conflict between cyclists and motorists. Almost Live! 1991 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaygzvNMOCo Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Bicyclists get riding space under new Pa. law
by Christiaan Abildso 02 Apr '12

02 Apr '12

http://www.wpxi.com/news/news/local/bicyclists-get-riding-space-under-new-p… PITTSBURGH (AP) — A new state law that took effect Monday requires motorists to give bicyclists at least four feet of buffer space when they pass. If they can't do so safely, they must wait. The law also allows drivers on two-lane roads to cross the center line when they pass a bicycle if there is no oncoming traffic. Gov. Tom Corbett signed the law in February. Violations are summary offenses that carry a $25 fine. Pennsylvania is the 19th state to enact such a law.

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Behind the Big Wheels -- Bike/Pedestrian/Truck-Bus Safety Demo
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 02 Apr '12

02 Apr '12

With truck issues back in the public mind again, I was wondering whether this would be a good opportunity to organize an event similar to what was held in Minneapolis? *Behind the Big Wheels* During the 2011 Fall Bike Walk Week, the Public Works Department partnered with the City's Bicycle Advisory Committee, the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota, Minneapolis Public Schools, Metro Transit and the Minnesota Trucking Association to hold the first-ever Behind the Big Wheels safety event. The event was an opportunity for bicyclists and pedestrians to get behind the wheel of a full-sized semi truck, a Metro Transit bus and a school bus to better understand the visibility and blind spot difficulties that large vehicles frequently have. Public Works also created an educational brochure for drivers and bicyclists on this issue and created a presentation for drivers of commercial vehicles. This event was created in response to several fatal bicycle crashes in recent years involving large commercial vehicles making turns. The Bicycle Advisory Committee is interested in making Behind the Big Wheels a regular event and moving it around the city for more residents to see. -Jonathan

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"National Walk to Work" day this Friday
by director 02 Apr '12

02 Apr '12

Good morning, I had gotten some incorrect info that today was "Walk to Work" day, it's actually this Friday. Walked in to Sabraton from Lakeview (8 mi) anyway, and I'm glad I did. Great day for it. (see photo) Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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April BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Mar '12

30 Mar '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please reply by Friday, March 30 if you plan to attend the next regular monthly BB meeting, Thursday, April 5. If fewer than 8 of you plan on attending, I will cancel the meeting. Some members have indicated that they'd rather attend the Banff film festival and suggested meeting a different week. Meeting a different week would require coordinating everyone's schedule to find a day and time that we could have a quorum and then getting a room somewhere to hold us all. If anyone is willing to do that, please reply ASAP. Someone also suggested we meet earlier on the regular meeting day, April 5. Since the film festival starts at 7, we'd probably have to meet no later than 6 to get anything done. If you reply, please indicate if you'd be able to meet at 6. Apparently, the Banff film festival always occurs on the first Thursday of April. Checking the April meeting minutes of the past few years, following is the number of participants that didn't show: 2011: 7 2010: 8 2009: 6 2008: 7 Although attendance was low in each of those meetings, we had a quorum and had a meeting. Some topics that we could address at the April meeting include the following: Planning for May: National Bike Month, Bike Week, Bike to Work Day Next steps with the Bicycle Plan Grant application writing, especially for SRTS Coordinate with Pedestrian Board to improve select corridors Bike route map maintenance Unicycle recommendations to Traffic Commission Eat treats that Walker will bring What do you want to do at our next 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

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bicycle lockers at new CPASS building
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Mar '12

30 Mar '12

Please see, http://bikemorgantown.com/articles.php?str=2012/03/morgantown-provides-bike… about Morgantown's first bicycle lockers. The vendor is CycleSafe, http://www.cycle-safe.com 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 On Mar 30, 2012, at 1:37 PM, Christiaan Abildso wrote: > Thank you Hugh. > That is great information, and great progress all around campus! > I would be happy to assist with the administrative side of the locker program as much as possible - and may be able to rope in a couple of facility as well. I think a few of us would also be happy to work with the design team if appropriate, to provide feedback from a user's perspective. > I appreciate your continued work in promoting and supporting active transportation. > See you on the PRT! > Christiaan > > >>> On 3/30/2012 at 1:33 PM, <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu> wrote: > Christiaan > > Please let me know what we can do to assist Dean Housner in the promotion of the bicycle parking. I think there is a belief at this time that additional interior parking or secured parking for bicycles should be a part of the project. I believe that additional conventional outdoor bicycle parking for the CPASS / Student Health can be easily added should the demand exceed the number of spaces available. > > I was in Columbus, OH on Tuesday and Wednesday and did get to see some covered parking that the Campus Partners organization (similar to Sunnyside Up) installed along the commercial district adjacent to the campus. Very nice but on campus we would need to deal with aesthetic considerations to the campus architecture. > > Additionally, we are in the process of reviewing bicycle parking on the downtown campus and adding some more parking downtown. We will be adding about 40 new outside parking "loops" downtown to accommodate the expressed needs. However, the internal committee dealing with bicycle and pedestrian improvements has made the decision to not do any extensive improvements on the Evansdale campus until the construction flushes out a little better. Finally, having dealt with the administration of secured bicycle locker parking, it is an administrative nightmare on leasing and access. Who is administering the locker program needs to identified early so that there is a clear understanding on how it managed. > > Hugh E. Kierig, AICP, Director > Department of Transportation and Parking > West Virginia University > Post Office Box 6561 > 1112 Van Voorhis > Morgantown, West Virginia 26506 > 304-293-9095 (o) > 304-293-3939 (f) > > > > >>> Christiaan Abildso 3/26/2012 11:48 AM >>> > Hugh & Clem - > I hope you're both doing well. I've engaged Lynn Housner, our Associate Dean, in discussions in the hope of having secure, long-term bicycle parking installed at the new CPASS building. I understand the plans currently only provide for one rack for a building that will be home to hundreds, even thousands of students, staff, and faculty daily. One rack will be insufficient, short-term, not secure, and not sheltered from the weather. I have asked that Dr. Housner look to include a bike locker or gated, covered bike rack for those of us that commute by bike frequently (and have multiple hundreds or thousands of dollars in our bikes). Most of us currently bring our bikes into our offices, which will no longer be an option in the new building - not that it's currently even an encouraged practice in the Coliseum. > > Let's please work together to support sustainable, healthy, physically active transportation for the new building for a college of physical activity (ironic, indeed). > > Thank you for your attention, and I hope to talk with you more soon. > Christiaan > > > Christiaan Abildso, Ph.D., MPH > Weight Management Research and Evaluation Coordinator > WVU Health Performance Services > 304.293.0860 > http://healthperformance.wordpress.com/

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Metrics to put to use!
by Chet Parsons 29 Mar '12

29 Mar '12

Check it out. I haven't looked at the full report, but the numbers look good from this article. We've been looking for something to show economic benefit. Chet http://grist.org/list/one-mile-on-a-bike-is-a-42-economic-gain-to-society-o…

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Fwd: Pedestrian Safety Board meeting Monday, April 2, 4:30-6:00
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Mar '12

29 Mar '12

FYI, next Monday's Pedestrian Safety Board agenda attached. Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: March 28, 2012 5:19:04 PM EDT > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dan Harris <harrisda(a)wvuhealthcare.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Michael Graham <mwgraham11(a)gmail.com>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Danielle Williams <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Maria Brann <Maria.Brann(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Melody Thomas <mthoma29(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Pedestrian Safety Board meeting Monday, April 2, 4:30-6:00 > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > All - > Please find attached the agenda for Monday's meeting and March minutes. Also, Monday is walk to work day so please make it a priority to walk/ride transit to Monday's meeting! > Also, please note we are now budgeting for 90 minute meetings, but hope to keep them as crisp as possible. > Thanks > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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Re: [Bikeboard] New Canadian school opens with car free zone (From Saferoutestoschool)
by director 29 Mar '12

29 Mar '12

Good morning, Some things to discuss and think about for Bike to School day on May 9 More info about the region at this link... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milton,_Ontario Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "YIP Julie A" <Julie.A.YIP(a)odot.state.or.us> Sent 3/28/2012 8:12:36 PM To: "Safe Routes to School" <saferoutestoschool(a)saferoutes.listserve.us> Subject: [saferoutestoschool] RE: Canadian school with car free zone http://www.hdsb.ca/Newsroom/Pages/PLRobertsonPublicSchool.aspx -- Halton School District opened P.L. Robertson PS in Milton as a walking only school... http://www.walktoschool.org.uk/free-stuff/campaign-packs/car-free-zone/ Walk to School site promoting Car Free Zone Julie Yip Oregon Safe Routes to School Program ODOT Transportation Safety Division 235 Union St. NE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 986-4196 (direct) (503) 986-3143 (fax) julie.a.yip(a)odot.state.or.us From: Wendi Kallins [mailto:wkallins@igc.org] Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2012 4:50 PM To: Safe Routes to School Subject: [saferoutestoschool] Canadian school with car free zone I remember hearing about a New Canadian school that created a car free zone around the school. Does this ring a bell to anyone? I?d like the name and location of the school Wendi Kallins Program Director Safe Routes to Schools wendi(a)marinbike.org www.saferoutestoschools.org --- Note: If you want to send an email to the entire list serve of more than 300 subscribers, please send your message to saferoutestoschool(a)saferoutes.listserve.us. To UNSUBSCRIBE from this list serve or UPDATE your account, please visit http://saferoutes.listserve.us/cgi-bin/lyris.pl Please send questions or comments regarding your list serve subscription to info(a)saferoutespartnership.org. --- Note: If you want to send an email to the entire list serve of more than 300 subscribers, please send your message to saferoutestoschool(a)saferoutes.listserve.us. To UNSUBSCRIBE from this list serve or UPDATE your account, please visit http://saferoutes.listserve.us/cgi-bin/lyris.pl Please send questions or comments regarding your list serve subscription to info(a)saferoutespartnership.org.

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Fwd: April Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Mar '12

28 Mar '12

Bicycle Board Members, By Thursday afternoon, please review this month's BB report to the TC at http://db.tt/9q8P3LL0 and let me know if you want to make any changes. (If anybody can download the file, reduce it's size from the current 15 MB to something in the KB range and send it to me or put it somewhere that I can get it, I'd appreciate it.) 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: March 27, 2012 10:03:04 PM EDT > To: 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>, "Henry, Adam" <Adam.Henry(a)mail.wvu.edu>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, "Gmeindl, Frank" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Andrea Soccorsi <Andrea.Soccorsi(a)Mail.WVU.edu>, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ken Martis <kmartis(a)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 your agenda request by Friday morning so that I can prepare the agenda. Thanks 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.morgantown.com > > > > >

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CC COW
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Mar '12

28 Mar '12

Don, Chip, Jonathan and Nick, Thank you all for attending tonight's City Council Committee of the Whole meeting. I felt quite confident getting up to present the Bicycle Plan knowing that we BB members outnumbered the CC members! I was only hoping to get acceptance of the Plan from Council but was delighted when Ron Bane speaking from the Chairman's seat said, "We have to support this!" Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] AP article on commuting in Morgantown
by Christiaan Abildso 26 Mar '12

26 Mar '12

I took a look at this: http://www.bestworkplaces.org/ As far as I can tell, the designation is about quantity of benefits not quality, thus, by sheer number it appears that WVU offers many things (free PRT & bus service, for example). I continue to advocate that the administration to offer the $20/month bicycle commuter tax provision, but it was not included in the recent parking and transportation plan, unfortunately. Just have to keep trying, I suppose. ________________________________ From: Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> To: 'Gunnar Shogren' <gshogren(a)gmail.com> Cc: 'Bicycle Board' <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2012 2:14 PM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] AP article on commuting in Morgantown I had my bikes in my dorm room, which was permitted. When I visited St Marys College of Maryland, which was making a HUGE push for bikes including a college bike share program. They had indoor parking areas, but didn't permit bikes in the dorms. I put mine back in the car instead of in those public spaces. My point is, just as the PRT looks great on paper, in actual usage there are significant flaws. Yes, DC and NYC are "bike friendly", if you don't mind stoplights and having your bike stolen. -----Original Message----- From: Gunnar Shogren [mailto:gshogren@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2012 11:13 AM To: Ryan Post Cc: Chet Parsons; Bicycle Board Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] AP article on commuting in Morgantown Or lack of indoor or sheltered bike parking at dorms and such. I would say bike racks at the PRT too, think Walnut st. Station... On Thu, Mar 22, 2012 at 9:54 AM, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> wrote: > I can’t say I disagree, honestly. As a student, it really wasn’t at > all impractical to not drive. Takes a bit more time waiting on things, > but I think any public transit has that issue. Certainly I wouldn’t > credit much of the bicycle related existing stuff, but there has been > efforts made for cycling (new racks at most dorms and buildings), bikes on busses. > > > > It’s when you get down to the details it gets ugly, like the PRT being > unreliable, and busses often being full during peak times (esp when > the PRT goes down). > > > > From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] > On Behalf Of Chet Parsons > Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2012 10:10 AM > To: Bicycle Board > Subject: [Bikeboard] AP article on commuting in Morgantown > > > > This is kind of surprising, don't you think? I guess since it is > strictly WVU the designation is easier to apply > > > > Chet > > > > Feds say WVU good workplace for commuters > > by The Associated Press > > The Associated Press > > > MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) - West Virginia University is getting federal > recognition for its efforts to improve commuting for employees and > reduce traffic-related pollution. > > The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of > Transportation have designated WVU as one of the nation's Best > Workplaces for Commuters. > > University officials announced the designation Wednesday in a news release. > > The university's commuter benefits program includes free access to the > Personal Rapid Transit system and Mountain Line transit, bicycle > storage facilities and carpool and vanpool programs. > > The EPA and the Department of Transportation created the > public-private Best Workplaces for Commuters partnership to reduce > traffic congestion and traffic-related air pollution . > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fw: AP article on commuting in Morgantown
by director 26 Mar '12

26 Mar '12

I forgot to use "reply all" when I sent this message to Hugh.... Hugh, Since we're all trying to be on the same side, let's talk about how to get better results. I appreciate that you're working hard and you're just as frustrated as the rest of us that in spite of all our hard work (and rising gas prices) it seems that people are driving cars as much they always did. What we need is a motivation for students and residents to make better transportation choices. At the Bike Summit last week, Kimberly-Clark unveiled this nationwide competition to do just that - and they've got a category for colleges to compete in. I rode with the organizer, Rob Gusky, on Friday and he said that since WV has a relatively small population and the results are based on per-capita trips, we have an advantage. http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/start-your-pedals-america---the-get… Does this sound like something we can all get behind? The Challenge runs from May 1 to August 31, 2012, but the public is invited to sign up now and get warmed up. Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu> Sent 3/26/2012 10:19:17 AM To: "'Gunnar Shogren'" <gshogren(a)gmail.com>, "Ryan Post" <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com>, "Christiaan Abildso" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> Cc: "'Bicycle Board'" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] AP article on commuting in Morgantown I am very disappointed by the responses that have been coming from the bike and ped board groups. You seem to believe that if you don't get your way on every suggestion then the deep pocket university is not responsive. If you think that WVU sucks in providing commuter services to our employees and students, I suggest that you go to most other university and compare our services to what they offer. In the past six years we have - instituted and expanded free bus service for employees and students; brought zip car to campus and the community; initiated a free on-line carpool matching service; continued to provide quality and free service for the PRT, completed a first ever master plan for the PRT and begun a very expensive replacement of key components; Worked with other area employers on a subsidized vanpool program; Worked with the city on a Ped Plan and Bike plan; Developed alternative transportation programs and awareness through We GO and participation in every major community promotion of alternative transportation; Offered to university students and employees free bike training classes and now are underwriting the CCC classes through the University; Worked with City staff in community improvements to walking and biking in our community. The point is that we cannot provide everything for everybody, including a very expensive commuter tax provision. Hugh E. Kierig, AICP, Director Department of Transportation and Parking West Virginia University Post Office Box 6561 1112 Van Voorhis Morgantown, West Virginia 26506 304-293-9095 (o) 304-293-3939 (f) >>> Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> 3/23/2012 2:02 PM >>> I took a look at this: http://www.bestworkplaces.org/ As far as I can tell, the designation is about quantity of benefits not quality, thus, by sheer number it appears that WVU offers many things (free PRT & bus service, for example). I continue to advocate that the administration to offer the $20/month bicycle commuter tax provision, but it was not included in the recent parking and transportation plan, unfortunately. Just have to keep trying, I suppose. From: Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> To: 'Gunnar Shogren' <gshogren(a)gmail.com> Cc: 'Bicycle Board' <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2012 2:14 PM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] AP article on commuting in Morgantown I had my bikes in my dorm room, which was permitted. When I visited St Marys College of Maryland, which was making a HUGE push for bikes including a college bike share program. They had indoor parking areas, but didn't permit bikes in the dorms. I put mine back in the car instead of in those public spaces. My point is, just as the PRT looks great on paper, in actual usage there are significant flaws. Yes, DC and NYC are "bike friendly", if you don't mind stoplights and having your bike stolen. -----Original Message----- From: Gunnar Shogren [mailto:gshogren@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2012 11:13 AM To: Ryan Post Cc: Chet Parsons; Bicycle Board Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] AP article on commuting in Morgantown Or lack of indoor or sheltered bike parking at dorms and such. I would say bike racks at the PRT too, think Walnut st. Station... On Thu, Mar 22, 2012 at 9:54 AM, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> wrote: > I can’t say I disagree, honestly. As a student, it really wasn’t at > all impractical to not drive. Takes a bit more time waiting on things, > but I think any public transit has that issue. Certainly I wouldn’t > credit much of the bicycle related existing stuff, but there has been > efforts made for cycling (new racks at most dorms and buildings), bikes on busses. > > > > It’s when you get down to the details it gets ugly, like the PRT being > unreliable, and busses often being full during peak times (esp when > the PRT goes down). > > > > From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] > On Behalf Of Chet Parsons > Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2012 10:10 AM > To: Bicycle Board > Subject: [Bikeboard] AP article on commuting in Morgantown > > > > This is kind of surprising, don't you think? I guess since it is > strictly WVU the designation is easier to apply > > > > Chet > > > > Feds say WVU good workplace for commuters > > by The Associated Press > > The Associated Press > > > MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) - West Virginia University is getting federal > recognition for its efforts to improve commuting for employees and > reduce traffic-related pollution. > > The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of > Transportation have designated WVU as one of the nation's Best > Workplaces for Commuters. > > University officials announced the designation Wednesday in a news release. > > The university's commuter benefits program includes free access to the > Personal Rapid Transit system and Mountain Line transit, bicycle > storage facilities and carpool and vanpool programs. > > The EPA and the Department of Transportation created the > public-private Best Workplaces for Commuters partnership to reduce > traffic congestion and traffic-related air pollution . > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Truck Traffic Survey
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Mar '12

26 Mar '12

Truck Traffic Survey: > https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/trucktrafficsurvey Begin forwarded message: > From: "Andrea Soccorsi" <Andrea.Soccorsi(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: March 26, 2012 9:25:07 AM EDT > To: <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Fwd: Truck Traffic Survey > > > > From: "Andrea Soccorsi" <Andrea.Soccorsi(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: March 22, 2012 2:28:16 PM EDT > To: <psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us>, <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <christophergluck(a)gmail.com>, "David McKain" <david.mckain(a)gmail.com>, <j4im3s(a)gmail.com>, "William Wyant" <wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Adam Henry" <Adam.Henry(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Andrea Soccorsi" <Andrea.Soccorsi(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Frank Gmeindl" <Frank.Gmeindl(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Ken Martis" <Ken.Martis(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Roy Nutter" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <wes(a)wnugent.com> > Subject: Truck Traffic Survey > > > Dear Traffic Commission Members: > > Below is the link to the survey I created. Please feel free to submit your responses if you like. > > If any of you serve on other boards and commissions, please feel free to send the link on to your other email lists. > > https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/trucktrafficsurvey > > > Thanks for your time, > Andrea > > > >

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Plan Presentation to City Council Tuesday
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Mar '12

25 Mar '12

Bicycle Board Members, Next Tuesday, March 27, I will present the Bicycle Plan to City Council at their Committee of the Whole meeting. Attached is their agenda. Carol Allen, City Manager's Admin Assistant said I have 5-10 minutes. Seeing so many items on the agenda with no times allotted to them, it's hard to say when I'll be up. I would like to have at least one BB member there to help me gauge Council's reaction and especially to remember any discussion that ensues. (It would also be nice to see a friendly face!) If you would be that person, please reply to all so other BB members will know who's going to attend. 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] April BB meeting
by Alice Vernon 24 Mar '12

24 Mar '12

I will not make the April- August meetings. Thanks Alice On Sat, Mar 24, 2012 at 4:28 PM, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> wrote: > Frank et al, > > I can make the April 5th meeting, or the Wednesday before (the 4th). Other > wise the following Thursday the 12th is a no go. > > Chip > > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Sent 3/23/2012 8:29:50 PM > To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > Subject: [Bikeboard] April BB meeting > > Bicycle Board Members, > > Please reply by Friday, March 30 if you plan to attend the next regular > monthly BB meeting, Thursday, April 5. If fewer than 8 of you plan on > attending, I will cancel the meeting. > > Some members have indicated that they'd rather attend the Banff film > festival and suggested meeting a different week. Meeting a different week > would require coordinating everyone's schedule to find a day and time that > we could have a quorum and then getting a room somewhere to hold us all. If > anyone is willing to do that, please reply ASAP. > > Someone also suggested we meet earlier on the regular meeting day, April 5. > Since the film festival starts at 7, we'd probably have to meet no later > than 6 to get anything done. If you reply, please indicate if you'd be able > to meet at 6. > > Apparently, the Banff film festival always occurs on the first Thursday of > April. Checking the April meeting minutes of the past few years, following > is the number of participants that didn't show: > 2011: 7 > 2010: 8 > 2009: 6 > 2008: 7 > > Although attendance was low in each of those meetings, we had a quorum and > had a meeting. > > Some topics that we could address at the April meeting include the > following: > > Planning for May: National Bike Month, Bike Week, Bike to Work Day > Next steps with the Bicycle Plan > Grant application writing, especially for SRTS > Coordinate with Pedestrian Board to improve select corridors > Bike route map maintenance > Unicycle recommendations to Traffic Commission > Eat treats that Walker will bring > > > What do you want to do at our next 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 > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] April BB meeting
by Chip Wamsley 24 Mar '12

24 Mar '12

Frank et al, I can make the April 5th meeting, or the Wednesday before (the 4th). Other wise the following Thursday the 12th is a no go. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 3/23/2012 8:29:50 PM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] April BB meeting Bicycle Board Members, Please reply by Friday, March 30 if you plan to attend the next regular monthly BB meeting, Thursday, April 5. If fewer than 8 of you plan on attending, I will cancel the meeting. Some members have indicated that they'd rather attend the Banff film festival and suggested meeting a different week. Meeting a different week would require coordinating everyone's schedule to find a day and time that we could have a quorum and then getting a room somewhere to hold us all. If anyone is willing to do that, please reply ASAP. Someone also suggested we meet earlier on the regular meeting day, April 5. Since the film festival starts at 7, we'd probably have to meet no later than 6 to get anything done. If you reply, please indicate if you'd be able to meet at 6. Apparently, the Banff film festival always occurs on the first Thursday of April. Checking the April meeting minutes of the past few years, following is the number of participants that didn't show: 2011: 7 2010: 8 2009: 6 2008: 7 Although attendance was low in each of those meetings, we had a quorum and had a meeting. Some topics that we could address at the April meeting include the following: Planning for May: National Bike Month, Bike Week, Bike to Work Day Next steps with the Bicycle Plan Grant application writing, especially for SRTS Coordinate with Pedestrian Board to improve select corridors Bike route map maintenance Unicycle recommendations to Traffic Commission Eat treats that Walker will bring What do you want to do at our next 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Truck Traffic Survey
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 22 Mar '12

22 Mar '12

This survey includes questions for bicyclists and pedestrians: Below is a link to a survey that the Morgantown Traffic Commission has been developing to assess truck traffic in the Morgantown area. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey. All responses are confidential, of course. If you would, please send the link on to your respective association email lists. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Andrea 6th Ward Representative, Morgantown Traffic Commission https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/trucktrafficsurvey

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AP article on commuting in Morgantown
by Chet Parsons 22 Mar '12

22 Mar '12

This is kind of surprising, don't you think? I guess since it is strictly WVU the designation is easier to apply Chet Feds say WVU good workplace for commuters by The Associated Press<http://www.dailymail.com/News/statenews/contact/jroznfgre+nc+bet+return=/Ne…> The Associated Press MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) - West Virginia University is getting federal recognition for its efforts to improve commuting for employees and reduce traffic-related pollution. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Transportation have designated WVU as one of the nation's Best Workplaces for Commuters. University officials announced the designation Wednesday in a news release. The university's commuter benefits program includes free access to the Personal Rapid Transit system and Mountain Line transit, bicycle storage facilities and carpool and vanpool programs. The EPA and the Department of Transportation created the public-private Best Workplaces for Commuters partnership to reduce traffic congestion and traffic-related air pollution .

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Safe Routes Coaching Action Network Webinar - April 24th
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 21 Mar '12

21 Mar '12

https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/918436065 Leaving No Stone Unturned: Tips and Tricks for Funding Your SRTS Program. Speakers: Scott Bricker, Executive Director, America Walks, Portland, OR Ian Thomas, Executive Director, PedNet Coalition, Columbia, MO Kathy Smith, Program Officer, Partners for Health Foundation, NJ One of the greatest challenges that Safe Routes to School organizers face is obtaining funding for their programs. Whether it is for small incentives for the students, healthy snacks for walk or bike to school days, flyers and advertisements for events, or eventually hiring a staff member, finding funding is an important part growing your program. Unfortunately, it can often seem like a daunting task. In this sixty minute webinar, we will help make fundraising for your SRTS program less intimidating by providing tips and tricks on where to find funding an how to go about obtaining it. First, Scott Bricker, Executive Director of America Walks will provide an overview of the issues surrounding fundraising and advice on how to hash out your goals and objectives. Next, Ian Thomas, Executive Director of the PedNet Coalition, will go into an in-depth discussion of what type of budget your program may need, potential sources of funds, and tips for successfully raising money from those sources. Finally, Kathy Smith, a Program Officer from the Partners for Health Foundation, will provide a Foundation's perspective on grant applicants and provide tips on how you can "look" ready for funding. Don't miss this opportunity to learn the "ins and outs" of fundraising for your SRTS program. This webinar is part of the Safe Routes to School Coaching Action Network Webinar Series, developed by America Walks and the National Center for Safe Routes to School. For more information please contact Michelle Gulley at mgulley(a)americawalks.org

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State wide info for Bike Summit
by director 19 Mar '12

19 Mar '12

Good afternoon, Just received this information from the Bike Summit to help with lobbying on Thursday. This is the first time it's been available before the show, so I'm sharing it with all of you. Info for all states is posted publicly on the league's website at: http://www.bikeleague.org/conferences/summit12/index.php I leave tomorrow and still don't have a place to stay. All my previous hosts are unavailable this year. If anyone knows someone in DC or less than a 45mn Metro ride away, who might consider giving me a place to stay Tues-Thurs nite please contact me at the phone number below. Thank you, Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Fwd: REMINDER: Crossroads Public Meeting - March 28, 2012
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Mar '12

19 Mar '12

Please attend stage 2 of the Crossroads project to help plan future growth. Since it is impossible to safely walk to University High School after dark and dangerous to bicycle there after dark, please reply-to-all to arrange safe, economical, ecological transportation to and from there. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: March 19, 2012 9:35:19 AM EDT > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dan Harris <harrisda(a)wvuhealthcare.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Michael Graham <mwgraham11(a)gmail.com>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Maria Brann <Maria.Brann(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Melody Thomas <mthoma29(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Cc: Ben Adducchio <badducchio(a)wvpubcast.org> > Subject: REMINDER: Crossroads Public Meeting - March 28, 2012 > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > All - please make every effort to attend. > Christiaan > ------------------- > From: "Christopher Fletcher" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: "Christopher Fletcher" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2012 6:04:44 PM > Subject: Crossroads Public Meeting - March 28, 2012 > > All: > > The next Crossroads - It's Time to Chart our Future public meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 7:00 PM at University High School. I have attached the announcement flyer that includes answers to frequently asked questions about the Crossroads project. > > This public meeting is titled "Understanding Future Growth". > > This meeting will start with a review of what our consultants have learned listening to the community and of the draft goals for the comprehensive plans for the City of Morgantown and Town of Star City and the MPO's long-range transportation plan. Following the review, participants will be randomly assigned to a small group and work for the remainder of the time with a trained facilitator. While in the small group, participants will develop input and strategies around the themes of "Where should we grow" and "How should we grow". This will include reviewing open space conservation options, allocating projected growth/development throughout the region, and expressing preferences regarding the characteristics of such growth/development. > > The Crossroads joint planning project can be followed at www.CrossroadsMon.com or at facebook.com/CrossroadsMon. > > Successful participation hinges on getting the word out. We would greatly appreciate your assistance in this regard by forwarding this email to your friends, family, neighbors, and associates. > > Thank you in advance for your assistance and participation. We look forward to seeing you on March 28th. > > Respectfully, > > Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP > Director of Development Services > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > (o) 304-284-7413 > (f) 304-284-7534 > (c) 304-906-7843 > cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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Fwd: WVU Broadcast Journalism Student -- Interview Request
by BikeMorgantown 16 Mar '12

16 Mar '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please reply by Monday morning if you would like to interview with Milda. The Tuesday interview date is tentative and could be adjusted to fit your schedule. 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: Milda Mullins <mildamullins(a)hotmail.com> > Date: March 16, 2012 5:55:33 PM EDT > To: <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com> > Subject: WVU Broadcast Journalism Student -- Interview Request > > Salutations, > > > My name is Milda Mullins and I'm a broadcast Journalism major at WVU. I'm doing a consumer package on cycling and how it benefits individuals both on a health aspect and a financial aspect. > > > I'm emailing to request an interview. I spoke with Mr. Frank Gmeindl (Chairperson, correct?) and we spoke about the possibility of an interview for this coming Tuesday (March 20th) at around 2:30 or 3:00pm. > > > For your information, if I were granted an interview, I would be filming it on camera for my package. > > > Any help would be greatly appreciated and I'd like to take this moment to thank you for your time! > > > Take care, > > > Milda Marie Mullins

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Rail Trail Speed Limit Signage...
by Derek Springston 16 Mar '12

16 Mar '12

Hey guys, There's a discussion on Mon Bike Club concerning cyclists riding way too fast on the Rail Trails. Does anyone know if there's signage on speed limit anywhere on the trail? I ride it regularly, and I haven't noticed signs. Has this issue been visited before with the Bike Board? If not, should we for our next meeting? If we want folks to clearly follow it, visible and obvious signage would be important. I also briefly looked at the Mon River Trails site here http://www.montrails.org/trail-tips.shtmland didn't see anything about speed limit. 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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Interesting article from Treehugger: How to make a city bike-theft-proof
by director 15 Mar '12

15 Mar '12

http://www.treehugger.com/bikes/building-city-where-no-one-steals-bikes-vid… Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Senate passes transportation bill
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 14 Mar '12

14 Mar '12

The House has only 8 days left to vote in favor of the Senate transportation bill. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/14/senate-transportation-bill-wall-st… -Jonathan

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Nominations needed for West Virginia - only three days left
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 13 Mar '12

13 Mar '12

The Sierra Club is desperately looking for nominations for the best/worst transportation projects in WV. Submissions must be in before the end of this Friday. History: 10 years ago the Sierra Club produced this map at http://www.sierraclub.org/sprawl/report02/images/sprawlmap2.pdf that received lots of media attention. However, there were no transportation projects identified for WV. The Club recently sent these specifications to me: We are planning on highlighting a broad range of transportation projects, from small pedestrian projects done with community donations to multi-billion dollar projects building mega highways. We are primarily focused on projects in their planning or constructions phases, the projects of the future, but we are also considering some recently completed projects. Here's a list of project types to give you a better idea: * Highway Construction and De-construction * Complete Streets and Safe Routes to School projects * Transit- Rail, bus, streetcar- you name it! * Bridges * Transit-oriented development and Smart Growth * Repair on existing infrastructure Are there any projects that come to mind? If so, please fill out this form at http://action.sierraclub.org/site/PageNavigator/survey_NAT_GreenTransportat… for the project you have identified. Thank-you! -Jonathan

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Fwd: Bikes Belong Foundation video
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Mar '12

13 Mar '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Maria Smith <MariaSmith(a)busride.org> > Date: March 13, 2012 1:50:13 PM EDT > To: Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: FW: Bikes Belong Foundation video > > Frank/Christiaan, > I thought you both would enjoy this. Almost makes me want to live there. > Maria > > > 13 minute video about Netherland's conversion to bike use based on design, policy, and education. bike makes up 25% all trips in netherlands. 50% of all trips in Amsterdam. What caused the switch? Oil shortage of the 1970s and uproar over vehicle deaths.....charts shows they peaked at about 3,700 deaths a year, a far cry from US auto deaths. It's a different world. > > Only one helmet on a child in entire video. > > > http://vimeo.com/38043563 > > > >

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SRTS webinar
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 13 Mar '12

13 Mar '12

Inspiring SRTS webinar. I will send the recording link when it is available. Here are two links that you can study showing successful approaches to getting children to ride to school. Organizers and a participant from the respective organizations spoke: http://pednet.org/ http://www.biketrainpdx.org/ -Jonathan

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Fwd: Bicycle Friendly Business
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 13 Mar '12

13 Mar '12

Great information from Chip about how a business can qualify to become Bicycle Friendly. -Jonathan -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Re: Bicycle Friendly Business Date: Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:51:09 GMT From: Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> To: Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org> CC: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Jonathan, On the League web site under FAQ's is a scorecard for businesses to check to see if they are ready to apply. Here is a direct link: http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/bicyclefriendlyamerica/bicyclefriendlybu… Note that one point is what business do to compensate their employees for riding. I think that is in direct reference to the IRS allowing business's to comp their employees who ride regularly $20/month as a bike allowance. It is up to the business to determine who rides "enough" to be eligible and for them to pay the allowed amount. It is not considered taxable income for either the employer or the employee. I've also attached the application, as you can't see it in its entirety until you start filling it out. Could you also please post this to the board so all of our members can see what's involved and possibly identify possible candidates Thanks, Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Jonathan Rosenbaum" <freesource(a)cheat.org> Sent 2/28/2012 9:17:42 PM To: "Chip Wamsley" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> Subject: Bicycle Friendly Business Hi Chip, I think I may have found a business that qualifies as a BFB. According to Anne-Marie Borbely-Bartis who works there as a program manager it offers showers and a bike rack. Ofcourse, we can work with them to bring it up to standards as required. * o Hi Anne, At our last Bicycle Board meeting we talked about identifying and creating agents to facilitate Bicycle Friendly Businesses. These are businesses that provide facilities that encourage people to choose bicycling as a form of transportation to get to work. Such businesses may choose to provide showers, secure/sheltered parking for bicycles and incentives. Would you have an interest in helping to realizing this at Keylogic or is something already in the works? Thanks! -Jonathan * Anne-Marie Borbely-Bartis <http://www.facebook.com/aborbelybartis> 2 hours ago *Anne-Marie Borbely-Bartis <http://www.facebook.com/aborbelybartis>* o Hi Jonathan! KeyLogic already offers showers and I think they have a bike rack--I'll check. Do let me know about the next Bicycle board meeting, I'd love to attend. -Jonathan

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Open Streets
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Mar '12

09 Mar '12

Bicycle Board Members, The following posted in the Adventure Cycling bi-weekly newsletter might be fun to do for some day in May, National Bike Month. Note the link to a guide. OPENING STREETS BY CLOSING THEM The Alliance for Biking and Walking has joined forces with the Streets Plan Collaborative to launch the Open Streets Project, which collects best practices on open streets from across the continent. Open streets initiatives temporarily close streets to trucks and automobiles, allowing residents to walk, bike, skate, and utilize car-free roadways in other active ways. According to the Alliance, "from Los Angeles to Ottawa, and Missoula to Miami, open streets have become a way for cities to build community, promote active transportation, and reconnect neighborhoods divided by traffic." The Open Streets Guide features examples from 67 initiatives across North America, and serves as a tool for cities looking to start or grow an open streets initiative of their own. Read all about it here: http://www.openstreetsproject.org 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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TC highlights
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Mar '12

08 Mar '12

Bicycle Board Members, At last night's Traffic Commission meeting: The TC unanimously appointed Traci Liebig to replace Hugh Kierig. No TC members volunteered to replace Adam Henry. TC Chairman Roy Nutter directed me to explore with TC members. After the meeting, David McKain expressed interest but not commitment. Christiaan Abildso presented the following list of corridors that the Pedestrian Safety Board is focusing on to get Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) grant money to make them Complete Streets. SR 705 SR705 from Coliseum along Patteson, Van Voorhis, & Chestnut Ridge Rd to city limit US 19/SR 7 US 19/SR 7 from Coliseum along Mon Blvd, Beechurst, & South University to Univ/Pleasant intersection SR 7 SR7 from city limit in Sabraton, on Brockway, & Walnut to intersection w/S University Univ Ave University Ave from city limits w/Star City to intersection of Willey & High US 119 US 119 from city limit on Don Knotts, S Univ up Pleasant, to Spruce, & Willey a) b/w Spruce & High, & b) up to city limit at Mileground Downtown City streets downtown, including Fayette & Chestnut HSIP was one of the funding sources that I shared with you two BB meetings ago. To get HSIP money, we must have corridors. We should join them in this effort. At Monday's Pedestrian Safety Board meeting, a PSB member, Matthew Cross presented a matching he did of projects in the PSB's sidewalk plan with the City's paving plan to prod the City into including sidewalk installation/upgrade when it paves those streets. It would be nice if some BB member compared the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan proposed projects with the PSB corridors to identify possible synergies. For example, in the SR705 corridor, we proposed bike lanes on both sides of 705 between Willowdale and Mileground. PLEASE REPLY-ALL IF YOU WOULD WORK ON THIS. 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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Budget
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Mar '12

08 Mar '12

Bicycle Board Members, If you're interested, the attached file compares a request that I gave Terrence and what was proposed to City Council. Frank

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TC rep on BB
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Mar '12

08 Mar '12

Wes, In September, when I asked you to be the Traffic Commission member on the Bicycle Board, you said that Thursday nights (the BB meets first Thursday of month 6:30-8:30 pm) were not good for you because you were working on the Mainstreet Economic Restructuring Committee on Thursday nights. If that situation has changed, I would like you to reconsider joining the BB. In the past, having our Traffic Commission member also be a City Councilor resulted in BB efficiency and good alignment with Council. David McKain has expressed interest in joining the BB. You and he seem to be well connected. Perhaps his being the TC member on the BB might also serve to optimize our alignment with Council. No other TC member has expressed interest in joining the BB. You can review the BB's procedural guidelines at http://bikemorgantown.com/bikeboard.php . I appreciate your consideration and thoughts. 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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March BB Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 06 Mar '12

06 Mar '12

Please enjoy the attached BB minutes. Betsy

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Safe Routes Coaching Action Network Webinar - March 13th
by director 05 Mar '12

05 Mar '12

Frank, Thanks for passing that on. I'm in too. Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 3/5/2012 9:17:46 AM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Safe Routes Coaching Action Network Webinar - March 13th Thanks to Christian for forwarding this to me. SRTS is one of the top priority actions in our bicycle plan. This webinar might also be interesting and applicable to the plans we discussed last week for Bike to Work week, i.e. the Bike Train/Bike Brigade. I registered for the webinar. It took 1 minute. 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: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> Date: March 5, 2012 8:59:33 AM EST To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org> Subject: Fw: Safe Routes Coaching Action Network Webinar - March 13th Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> Gents - some information re SRTS & bicycling if interested. Christiaan Walk more, safely Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board Christiaan Abildso, Chair Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: America Walks <mgulley(a)americawalks.org> To: walkmgw(a)yahoo.com Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2012 2:40 PM Subject: Safe Routes Coaching Action Network Webinar - March 13th Safe Routes Coaching Action Network Webinar - March 13th (1pm ET) Building a SRTS Bike Brigade: Tips on Getting Started and Spreading the Success Presenters: Lauren Marchetti, Director, National Center for Safe Routes to School Kiel Johnson, Founder of Bike Train PDX Gina Overshiner, Bike Program Manager, PedNet Coalition, Columbia, Missouri When most people think of Safe Routes to School, walking is the first thing that comes to mind. However, cycling is another healthy, fun, and efficient way for children to travel to and from school and is a growing part of Safe Routes to School Programs across the country. Developing ways to encourage people to bike to school is a crucial component of expanding the reach of these Programs. By including bicycling in our Safe Routes to School toolkits we are able to potentially reach those living further away from their school. In this sixty-minute webinar, we will discuss two successful Bike Train/Bike Brigade programs and provide insight into how you can replicate their success within your own SRTS programs. Lauren Marchetti, Director of the National Center for Safe Routes to School, will begin the presentation with a brief introduction and discussion of National Bike to School Day. Next, Kiel Johnson, Founder of Bike Train PDX, will share invaluable tips on how to get a bike train running from the ground up. Kiel helped organize a successful bike train from Beach School in Portland, Oregon. Using that as a model, Kiel has spread bike trains to schools throughout the City. And finally, Gina Overshiner, Bike Program Manager for PedNet Coalition in Columbia Missouri, will discuss how she built a Middle School Bike Brigade which rides every day, in conjunction with a school Bike Club and Bicycle Safety Education classes. Gina will be joined by one of the seventh-grade girls, who bikes to school daily. This webinar is part of the Safe Routes to School Coaching Action Network Webinar Series, developed by America Walks and the National Center for Safe Routes to School. For more information please contact Michelle Gulley at mgulley(a)americawalks.org REGISTER NOW America Walks l Support our work with a donation l Sign our vision statement Connect on facebook Follow us on twitter America Walks PO Box 10581 Portland OR 97296 703.738.4889 Forward email This email was sent to walkmgw(a)yahoo.com by mgulley(a)americawalks.org | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe™ | Privacy Policy. America Walks | PO Box 10581 | Portland | OR | 97296 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Safe Routes Coaching Action Network Webinar - March 13th
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Mar '12

05 Mar '12

Thanks to Christian for forwarding this to me. SRTS is one of the top priority actions in our bicycle plan. This webinar might also be interesting and applicable to the plans we discussed last week for Bike to Work week, i.e. the Bike Train/Bike Brigade. I registered for the webinar. It took 1 minute. 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: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: March 5, 2012 8:59:33 AM EST > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org> > Subject: Fw: Safe Routes Coaching Action Network Webinar - March 13th > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > Gents - some information re SRTS & bicycling if interested. > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: America Walks <mgulley(a)americawalks.org> > To: walkmgw(a)yahoo.com > Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2012 2:40 PM > Subject: Safe Routes Coaching Action Network Webinar - March 13th > > Safe Routes Coaching Action Network > Webinar - March 13th (1pm ET) > Building a SRTS Bike Brigade: Tips on Getting Started and Spreading the Success > > > Presenters: > Lauren Marchetti, Director, National Center for Safe Routes to School > Kiel Johnson, Founder of Bike Train PDX > Gina Overshiner, Bike Program Manager, PedNet Coalition, Columbia, Missouri > > When most people think of Safe Routes to School, walking is the first thing that comes to mind. However, cycling is another healthy, fun, and efficient way for children to travel to and from school and is a growing part of Safe Routes to School Programs across the country. Developing ways to encourage people to bike to school is a crucial component of expanding the reach of these Programs. By including bicycling in our Safe Routes to School toolkits we are able to potentially reach those living further away from their school. > > In this sixty-minute webinar, we will discuss two successful Bike Train/Bike Brigade programs and provide insight into how you can replicate their success within your own SRTS programs. Lauren Marchetti, Director of the National Center for Safe Routes to School, will begin the presentation with a brief introduction and discussion of National Bike to School Day. Next, Kiel Johnson, Founder of Bike Train PDX, will share invaluable tips on how to get a bike train running from the ground up. Kiel helped organize a successful bike train from Beach School in Portland, Oregon. Using that as a model, Kiel has spread bike trains to schools throughout the City. And finally, Gina Overshiner, Bike Program Manager for PedNet Coalition in Columbia Missouri, will discuss how she built a Middle School Bike Brigade which rides every day, in conjunction with a school Bike Club and Bicycle Safety Education classes. Gina will be joined by one of the seventh-grade girls, who bikes to school daily. > > This webinar is part of the Safe Routes to School Coaching Action Network Webinar Series, developed by America Walks and the National Center for Safe Routes to School. > > For more information please contact Michelle Gulley at mgulley(a)americawalks.org > > > > REGISTER NOW > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > America Walks l Support our work with a donation l Sign our vision statement > > > Connect on facebook Follow us on twitter > > > America Walks PO Box 10581 Portland OR 97296 703.738.4889 > > > Forward email > > This email was sent to walkmgw(a)yahoo.com by mgulley(a)americawalks.org | > Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe™ | Privacy Policy. > America Walks | PO Box 10581 | Portland | OR | 97296 > > >

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BB Sub-comm on Unicycle Minutes
by Ryan Post 02 Mar '12

02 Mar '12

Attached are the minutes from the meeting with regards to unicycles. Ryan Post

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Fwd: Road
by Derek Springston 02 Mar '12

02 Mar '12

Bike Board Members, I strongly encourage all of you to start or continue writing letters to our representatives, governor, politicians, etc. I've been taking the time to do so from forwards and encouragement from other Bike Board members and often get responses back like the one below. I hope it's making a difference. ~Derek ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Barbara Fleischauer <barbaraf(a)wvhouse.gov> Date: Thu, Mar 1, 2012 at 5:51 PM Subject: Re: Road To: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> ** Thanks for writing. I have been constantly in meetings. Am printing this with the hopes I have time to digest it this evening. Sincerely, Barbara Evans Fleischauer ----- Original Message ----- *From:* Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> *To:* barbaraf(a)wvhouse.gov *Sent:* Thursday, March 01, 2012 8:55 AM *Subject:* Road Delegate Fleischauer, I would like to also support Christiaan Abildso's recommendations below to you. Christiaan works for the Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board. *Christiaan stated that, "In reading the press release below from WVBT about the road bond amendment hearing for tomorrow I had a thought: if a road bond is passed could language be added to require a minimum percentage of any road bond-funded project be spent on pedestrian/bicycle facilities on/along that road that is a) located in a municipality and b) where desired by that municipality? Often, road projects are undertaken by the DOH without a broader understanding that walking and bicycling are healthy, traffic reducing, road-wear reducing, cost-saving, non-motorized transportation options. If such a stipulation can be added, I recommend a 5% minimum, based on the data that show 5.2% of all traffic fatalities in West Virginia are pedestrians.* ** *Further, West Virginia spends a woeful 0.6% ($1.55 per capita) of federal money on pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure (4th lowest, nationally), only 2.9% and 0.2% of state residents, respectively, walk or bike to work, and obesity and physical inactivity related costs average $208 annually per taxpayer (6th highest nationally). Interestingly, a case study of infrastructure improvements in Baltimore, Maryland showed that for each $1 million spent creating on-street bike lanes, pedestrian projects, or roads, 14, 11, and 7 jobs were directly or indirectly created, respectively. Thus pedestrian/bike infrastructure projects provided a bigger bang for the buck in job creation! For these reasons I ask the state invest in its residents and taxpayers, who have borne the burden of unwisely spent transportation dollars for far too long." * ** I strongly feel that accommodations for cyclists, pedestrians, and alternative forms of transportation will benefit WV. As a cyclist, pedestrian, user of public transportation, and an automobile driver, I fully understand the multiple modes and how having more options is valuable. Cycling promotes health, reduces road wear, increases air quality, reduces traffic congestion among many other benefits. Generally, cyclists who are commuting to work tend to be well educated. A young, motivated, educated, and healthy workforce has also been known to attract some large positive businesses to communities. If I remember correctly, I believe that a large reason that Dell Computers located near Austin, TX had alot to do with bicycle commuting, health, and active workforce. Imagine if this could begin happening in WV! We've got that choice to market ourselves how we choose. Why don't we start allocating more resources for cycling and pedestrian options? Christiaan's suggestion of a minimum of 5% from the Road Bond would go a long way. Thanks for your time and have a wonderful day, ~Derek Springston Morgantown Municipal Bike 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*

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Re: [Bikeboard] Budget
by Chip Wamsley 01 Mar '12

01 Mar '12

Wow, even if we could get the $10K for signs we would be one third of our original request and I'm sure a minute fraction of what they propose for sidewalks. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Sent 2/28/2012 11:15:06 AM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Budget Bicycle Board Members, If you're interested, the attached file compares a request that I gave Terrence and what was proposed to City Council. Frank _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Complete Streets on NPR
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Mar '12

01 Mar '12

> Christiaan Abildso is interviewed about Complete Streets on NPR: > > http://www.wvpubcast.org/newsarticle.aspx?id=24218 Begin forwarded message: > From: "Reger-Nash, Bill" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > Date: March 1, 2012 11:21:21 AM EST > To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com>, "Anderson, Robert" <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Harshbarger, Dave" <harshbargerd(a)wvuhealthcare.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, "Chertok, Ilana" <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, "Summers, Martha" <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Graham, Michael" <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, "Cohen, Stanley" <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Bias, Thomas" <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Kierig, Hugh" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Rye, Jim" <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Woods, Joshua" <Joshua.Woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Leyden, Kevin" <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)epicroadtrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, "Nutter, Roy" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Sera Janson Zegre <sera(a)downstreamstrategies.com> > Cc: "Reger-Nash, Bill" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > Subject: Complete Streets on NPR > > Christiaan Abildso is interviewed about Complete Streets on NPR: > > http://www.wvpubcast.org/newsarticle.aspx?id=24218 > > > Bill Reger-Nash, EdD > West Virginia University Department of Community Medicine > One Medical Center Drive, Suite 3812E > Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 > > Office Phone: 304-293-0763 > Cell Phone: 304-685-6740 > Fax: 304-293-6685 > > Email: wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu > > Departmental webpage: www.hsc.wvu.edu/cmed > Bill Reger-Nash webpage: www.hsc.wvu.edu/cmed/wreger/index.asp > > Wheeling Walks > Walk 30 to 60 minutes daily. > Out the door for 30 or more! gn2001 > > > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board [mailto:walkmgw@yahoo.com] > Sent: Tuesday, November 08, 2011 9:56 AM > To: Reger-Nash, Bill; Anderson, Robert; Christiaan Abildso; Harshbarger, Dave; David Small; Dwight Harshbarger; George Lilley; Chertok, Ilana; Jan Derry; Jimmie Simmons; Jonathan Rosenbaum; Maria Smith; Summers, Martha; Graham, Michael; Regina Mayolo; Sarah Bias; Cohen, Stanley; Bias, Thomas; Angela Wiley; Bill Austin; Claire Chantler; Damien Davis; Ella Belling; Frank Gmeindl; Kierig, Hugh; Rye, Jim; Woods, Joshua; Leyden, Kevin; Mary Gutmann; Matt Cross; Michael Simms; Mike Breiding; Nick Hein; Nutter, Roy; Sera Janson Zegre > Subject: October Pedestrian Board walk presentation > > All - > Please find attached a PDF of the presentation Claire Chantler graciously made to the Traffic Commission last week. I know it was mentioned last night that this would be good to view...voila! I counted ~25 people in attendance. > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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Fwd: NOTICE: Hearing Tomorrow Afternoon at W.Va. Capitol on Road Bond Amendment
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Feb '12

29 Feb '12

FYI Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: February 29, 2012 8:22:01 PM EST > To: Delegate Fleischauer <barbaraf(a)wvhouse.gov> > Subject: NOTICE: Hearing Tomorrow Afternoon at W.Va. Capitol on Road Bond Amendment > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > Delegate Fleischauer - > I hope all is well as the session nears its close. My wife, Laurie, and I greatly appreciated the letter you sent us a few years back in recognition of our dual-nomination to the DP's 100 Most Influential list. In reading the press release below from WVBT about the road bond amendment hearing for tomorrow I had a thought: if a road bond is passed could language be added to require a minimum percentage of any road bond-funded project be spent on pedestrian/bicycle facilities on/along that road that is a) located in a municipality and b) where desired by that municipality? Often, road projects are undertaken by the DOH without a broader understanding that walking and bicycling are healthy, traffic reducing, road-wear reducing, cost-saving, non-motorized transportation options. If such a stipulation can be added, I recommend a 5% minimum, based on the data that show 5.2% of all traffic fatalities in West Virginia are pedestrians. > > Further, West Virginia spends a woeful 0.6% ($1.55 per capita) of federal money on pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure (4th lowest, nationally), only 2.9% and 0.2% of state residents, respectively, walk or bike to work, and obesity and physical inactivity related costs average $208 annually per taxpayer (6th highest nationally). Interestingly, a case study of infrastructure improvements in Baltimore, Maryland showed that for each $1 million spent creating on-street bike lanes, pedestrian projects, or roads, 14, 11, and 7 jobs were directly or indirectly created, respectively. Thus pedestrian/bike infrastructure projects provided a bigger bang for the buck in job creation! For these reasons I ask the state invest in its residents and taxpayers, who have borne the burden of unwisely spent transportation dollars for far too long. > > I appreciate consideration of this request. > Christiaan > > *Please note, much of the data for this email were taken from the Alliance for Bicycling & Walking 2012 Benchmarking Report which provides a summary of national and state-data, including the FARS (Fatality Analysis Reporting System) and the ACS (American Community Survey) - two legitimate, well-respected, unbiased sources. > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: WVBT <info(a)keepwvmoving.org> > To: info(a)keepwvmoving.org > Sent: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 3:04 PM > Subject: NOTICE: Hearing Tomorrow Afternoon at W.Va. Capitol on Road Bond Amendment > > > > > TO: WVBT Partners > > RE: W.Va. House Committee To Hold Hearing on Road Bond Amendment > Thursday, March 1 at 3:00 p.m. > > DATE: February 29, 2012 > > There will be a hearing on the proposed $1 billion road bond amendment on Thursday, March 1, at 3:00 p.m. in the chamber of the W.Va. House of Delegates. The hearing has been called by Delegate Barbara Fleischauer, chair of the House Constitutional Revision Committee. > > W.Va. Transportation Secretary Paul Mattox, along with industry and labor representatives, will talk about highway funding needs. > > ACTION NEEDED: > WVBT supporters are encouraged to attend the hearing to show industry support for highway funding. Members can park at Laidley Field and ride a shuttle to the Capitol. > > Directions to Laidley Field > I-79 S towards Charleston become I-77S (portions toll) > or > I-64 E towards Charleston (portions toll) > > Take the US-114/Greenbrier St. exit (EXIT 99) toward State Capitol > Merge right into Greenbrier St./WV-114 toward State Capitol > At the traffic light, turn right onto Washington Street….go to next traffic light and turn right onto Elizabeth Street. > End at Laidley Field > > > Delegate Fleischauer - > I hope all is well as the session nears its close. In reading the press release about the road bond amendment hearing for tomorrow I had a thought: if a road bond is passed could an amendment be attached to require a certain percentage of any road bond-fund > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: WVBT <info(a)keepwvmoving.org> > To: info(a)keepwvmoving.org > Sent: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 3:04 PM > Subject: NOTICE: Hearing Tomorrow Afternoon at W.Va. Capitol on Road Bond Amendment > > > > > TO: WVBT Partners > > RE: W.Va. House Committee To Hold Hearing on Road Bond Amendment > Thursday, March 1 at 3:00 p.m. > > DATE: February 29, 2012 > > There will be a hearing on the proposed $1 billion road bond amendment on Thursday, March 1, at 3:00 p.m. in the chamber of the W.Va. House of Delegates. The hearing has been called by Delegate Barbara Fleischauer, chair of the House Constitutional Revision Committee. > > W.Va. Transportation Secretary Paul Mattox, along with industry and labor representatives, will talk about highway funding needs. > > ACTION NEEDED: > WVBT supporters are encouraged to attend the hearing to show industry support for highway funding. Members can park at Laidley Field and ride a shuttle to the Capitol. > > Directions to Laidley Field > I-79 S towards Charleston become I-77S (portions toll) > or > I-64 E towards Charleston (portions toll) > > Take the US-114/Greenbrier St. exit (EXIT 99) toward State Capitol > Merge right into Greenbrier St./WV-114 toward State Capitol > At the traffic light, turn right onto Washington Street….go to next traffic light and turn right onto Elizabeth Street. > End at Laidley Field > >

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Agenda for Thursday's BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Feb '12

24 Feb '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, a suggested agenda for our Thursday, March 1 meeting. Please reply if you want any changes. One topic on the agenda is Hugh's replacement. If you know anyone that would like to serve on the BB, please point them to our Procedural Guidelines at http://bikemorgantown.com/bikeboard.php and invite them to come to the meeting to meet everyone and to explain why they would like to be a member. So far, I think Billy Yahner and Traci Liebig are candidates. 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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Fwd: Last day to comment re: Mileground project
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Feb '12

24 Feb '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: February 24, 2012 8:52:54 AM EST > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dan Harris <harrisda(a)wvuhealthcare.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Michael Graham <mwgraham11(a)gmail.com>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Maria Brann <Maria.Brann(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Melody Thomas <mthoma29(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Last day to comment re: Mileground project > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > Just a reminder, please comment at: > http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/engineering/comment/wv705connecto… > > Support for many of my points comes from the consultant's report (Entran) about the Mileground: http://www.plantogether.org/documents/plan/MilegroundRoadReport.pdf > Spread the word. > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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Bicycle Plan presentation postponed
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Feb '12

23 Feb '12

Bicycle Board Members, Terrence just called me to inform me that City Council has directed him to restrict the agenda for next Tuesday's meeting of the Committee of the Whole to budget matters only so he's moving the Bicycle Plan presentation to the March 27 COW 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

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Re: [Bikeboard] March 7th Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 22 Feb '12

22 Feb '12

Damien, Please find attached, the Bicycle Board's report to the Traffic Commission. Nothing else to discuss. Thanks to Chip, Danielle and Derek for reviewing the report and for their concurrence and recommendations for its improvement. 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 On Feb 20, 2012, at 1:45 PM, Damien Davis wrote: > All, > > I will be preparing the agenda for March's Traffic Commission meeting this week. If you have an item you would like to discuss please let me know by Wednesday. Thanks 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.morgantown.com > >

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Fwd: safety program
by Frank Gmeindl 22 Feb '12

22 Feb '12

Bicycle Board Members, At the February Traffic Commission meeting, Commissioner Paul Steele who represents second ward said the South Park Association of Neighbors (SPAN) would like to conduct a "bicycle safety program". As you can see by the dialog below, he has invited me to attend their March meeting to discuss it. WHAT DO YOU RECOMMEND? As you can also see from the dialog below, I have asked Paul for more info. I will forward any response to you. 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: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: February 13, 2012 10:08:19 AM EST > To: psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us > Subject: Re: safety program > > Paul, > > As I mentioned when we discussed this, I will take it up with the Bicycle Board. > > When is the March SPAN meeting? > > Can you provide any more info about requirements? For example, what does SPAN expect to be the outcome(s)? Is this for kids and/or adults? Do you have any idea how many participants - kids under 14, adults - we can expect? How much time is SPAN allocating for the event? Does SPAN have a location in mind? > > > 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 > > > > On Feb 12, 2012, at 9:45 PM, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us wrote: > >> Frank, >> We spoke briefly about doing some type of bicycle safety program for S.P.A.N. in the spring.I was going to invite you to the February S.P.A.N. meeting but we already have two speakers attending that meeting so how about the March meeting instead? >> Paul >

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Re: [Bikeboard] BB report to TC
by Chip Wamsley 21 Feb '12

21 Feb '12

Frank, Looks complete to me. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 2/21/2012 2:08:20 PM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] BB report to TC Bicycle Board Members, Please review that attached Bicycle Board report to the Traffic Commission and reply with your concurrence or recommended changes ASAP. The report is due to be submitted tomorrow, Wednesday, 2/22. 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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BB report to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Feb '12

21 Feb '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please review that attached Bicycle Board report to the Traffic Commission and reply with your concurrence or recommended changes ASAP. The report is due to be submitted tomorrow, Wednesday, 2/22. 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] BB plan at the COW
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Feb '12

21 Feb '12

Jonathan, Do you think I should e-mail the link, http://db.tt/2NaSlSZ4 to all the Councilors? That wasn't my plan because Terrence didn't want to do that. I was hoping each of the BB members would contact their Councilor and provide and discuss the plan. I did so with my Councilor, Bill Byrne. I don't know if it's scheduled. Terrence told me it was scheduled for the 2/28 COW but the schedule is not published at http://www.morgantown.com/council-docs.htm for that meeting. I spoke with City Clerk Linda Little this morning and she told me that the agenda for next Tuesday won't be finalized until this Thursday afternoon. The reason I mention this is that I had understood that I was on the agenda for the 1/31 COW and only found out 1/26 when I requested the City Manager's Administrative Assistant to make copies of my presentation that I wasn't on the agenda. Frank On Feb 20, 2012, at 9:06 PM, Jonathan Rosenbaum wrote: > Hi Frank, > > I talked to Jennifer Selin today, and she hasn't received the plan, yet, but she will support it. She doesn't always monitor her email so that may be the reason. It is still scheduled, isn't it? > > -Jonathan

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Fwd: Board Resignation
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Feb '12

20 Feb '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please see below, Hugh's resignation from the Bicycle Board. Hugh has made many great contributions including bike parking around WVU campus, Share the Road signs around campus, Mountaineer Station, bike parking around town, acting on the BB's behalf for the Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane, advocating for cyclists as a member of the MPO Citizens Advisory Committee, establishing bicycling education at WVU (we currently have 31 people enrolled for this semester's cycling classes) and as WVU Director of Transportation and Parking, advocating bicycling to both the University and the City. I personally am very grateful for his contributions and am especially thankful that he will continue to support us. I have e-mailed Traci info about the BB and asking if she wants to join us. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: February 16, 2012 3:30:23 PM EST > To: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Board Resignation > > Frank > > After four years of membership on the Morgantown Bicycle Board, it is time for me to step down. I have appreciated my time with the Board and the various characters that comprise it. I have also learned a great deal about the challenges and opportunities for biking in our community. > > I would suggest that Traci Liebig, Conservation Specialist for the WVU Recycling Services and a bicycling enthusiast be considered as my replacement. Traci is a Morgantown resident and I believe would not only have some new insight into the advancement of bicycling in our region but also, because of her cycling experience offer a new WVU perspective. I have talked with Traci about this possible appointment and she has expressed some interest. > > Please understand that this does not minimize the Department of Transportation and Parking's commitment to the development of bicycling as part of the overall transportation picture. Please call on me should there be anything that I or the Department can do to further your interests. Also, you are more than welcome to continue to store the bicycle publications and promotional materials at Mountaineer Station. > > Sincerely, > > > Hugh E. Kierig, AICP, Director > Department of Transportation and Parking > West Virginia University > Post Office Box 6561 > 1112 Van Voorhis > Morgantown, West Virginia 26506 > 304-293-9095 (o) > 304-293-3939 (f) >

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Fwd: Complete Streets now in the WV Senate, please advocate
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Feb '12

18 Feb '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: February 18, 2012 1:23:27 PM 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)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 <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(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 <freesource(a)cheat.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 <info(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>, 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> > Cc: Ben Adducchio <badducchio(a)wvpubcast.org>, Eloise Elliott <eloise.elliott(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Angela Vance <avance(a)aarp.org>, "ntompkins(a)hsc.wvu.edu" <ntompkins(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > Subject: Complete Streets now in the WV Senate, please advocate > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > Fellow advocates. I have been alerted to SB 609 introduced on Thursday by Senator Unger (D- Majority Leader, Berkeley Co) with 5 co-sponsors: Senators Minard (D-Harrison), D. Facemire (D-Braxton), Stollings (D-Boone), Klempa (D-Ohio) and Foster (D-Kanawha) > http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb609%20int… > > I understand it will be discussed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on Tuesday. I encourage you to contact the committee directly and encourage others throughout the state to contact their local senators. Feel free to use the attached text, which I will email to the committee momentarily. > > Committee membership includes: > Bob Beach (chair, D-Monongalia) > Capitol Phone: (304) 357-7919 > Business Phone: > bob.beach(a)wvsenate.gov > > Orphy Klempa (D-Ohio) > Capitol Phone: (304) 357-7918 > Business Phone: (304) 233-2500 > orphy.klempa(a)wvsenate.gov > > Douglas Facemire (D-Braxton) > Capitol Phone: (304) 357-7845 > Business Phone: (304) 364-9903 > douglas.facemire(a)wvsenate.gov > > John Fanning (D-McDowell) > Capitol Phone: (304) 357-7867 > Business Phone: (304) 938-5331 > john.fanning(a)wvsenate.gov > > Art Kirkendoll (D - Logan) > Capitol Phone: (304) 357-7857 > Business Phone: (304) 855-7418 > art.kirkendoll(a)wvsenate.gov > > Robert H. Plymale (D - Wayne) > Capitol Phone: (304) 357-7937 > Business Phone: (304) 696-7098 > robert.plymale(a)wvsenate.gov > > Gregory A. Tucker (D - Nicholas) > Capitol Phone: (304) 357-7906 > Business Phone: (304) 872-2500 > greg.tucker(a)wvsenate.gov > > Clark S. Barnes (R - Randolph) > Capitol Phone: (304) 357-7973 > Business Phone: (304) 636-5146 > clark.barnes(a)wvsenate.gov > > Karen L. Facemyer (R - Jackson) > Minority Whip > Capitol Phone: (304) 357-7855 > Business Phone: (304) 428-1622 > karen.facemyer(a)wvsenate.gov > Enjoy this wonderful sunny day before the snow hits tomorrow! > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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Fwd: Legislation on the Senate Side
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Feb '12

17 Feb '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: February 17, 2012 10:47:18 AM EST > To: "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "'Christopher Fletcher'" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> > Subject: FW: Legislation on the Senate Side > > FYI > > From: David Bruffy [mailto:Bruffy@busride.org] > Sent: Friday, February 17, 2012 10:42 AM > To: Bill Austin > Cc: Maria Smith > Subject: FW: Legislation on the Senate Side > > FYI – Complete Streets Introduced > > David Bruffy > 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: Suzanne Park [mailto:park@wvtransit.com] > Sent: Friday, February 17, 2012 10:19 AM > To: Bill Mauzy; BJ Rollins; Brenda Wilmoth; Buckwheat Express; Darlene Harris; David Bruffy; David Clawson; Dennis Dawson; Doug Hartley; George Levitsky; J Carter; Jennifer Woodall; Jim Ryan; John Aman; Kevin Beynon; Patrick McKinney; Paul E. Davis; Paula Smith; Rebecca Poe; Rose Meredith; Susan O'Connell; Tim Thomas; Wayne Pifer > Cc: Maria Smith > Subject: Legislation on the Senate Side > > Member's Press Release > Release Date: 02/17/2012 > Contact: enator John Unger II at (304) 357-7933 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Majority Leader John R. Unger II > > > Senator Unger Introduces Bill To Increase Safety, Sense of Community > > Senate Majority Leader John Unger II (D-Berkeley) introduced a bill today aimed at using transportation projects as opportunities to improve the quality of life for West Virginians. > > Senate Bill 609 requires that incorporating complete streets features, such as sidewalks, crosswalks, bicycle lanes, and accessible curb ramps, be considered when designing transportation projects. > > A complete streets policy aims to increase the safety and accessibility of roads for all users, from ensuring persons in wheelchairs have sidewalks that are wide and flat enough to use to protecting bicyclists who share the road with motorists. > > “Increasing mobility, especially for pedestrians, fosters an inviting environment that improves the sense of community and helps local businesses,” Senator Unger said. “We’ve seen the benefits a policy like this has on communities here in West Virginia and this bill ensures towns throughout the state can enjoy the same positive outcomes.” > > Planning ahead for future use of roads by including complete streets features in new projects can also save municipalities or the state from costly retrofitting expenditures later. > > Senate Bill 609 was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. > > > > Suzanne Park > Director of Communications > PO Box 1312 > Bridgeport, WV > 304-844-0123 > www.wvtransit.com > > West Virginia Public Transit....There's a LOT Riding on It! > > > > > > > > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 10.0.1424 / Virus Database: 2112/4815 - Release Date: 02/17/12 >

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Fwd: A Car that Tweets
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Feb '12

16 Feb '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Derek Springston <dspringston(a)gmail.com> > Date: February 14, 2012 8:51:12 AM EST > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] A Car that Tweets > > Frank, > I think it's perhaps slightly better than folks trying to use their phones, but not much. I've been in a rental car that had some of those features. I tried using them while in my driveway to see if they were easier to use, but I really think they were just as distracting. I suspect most folks will still work on connecting and setting it up after they get on the road. Not convinced at all. Nothing like good 'ol fashioned driving. Out of the 4 folks that sit closest to me here in the office, 3 and maybe 4 of us have been hit in our cars by people using their phones, and that's just since I started work here in the last 6 months. Unbelievable. > ~Derek > > On Mon, Feb 13, 2012 at 12:53 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: > What do you make of the attached 2/10/12 Wall Street Journal article, "Don't Look Now: A Car That Tweets"? > > Toyota: buy movie tickets, book a table, check stock, search on Bing. > General Motors: Play videos and slide shows. > Tesla: Wireless Internet with 17-inch screen, USB plugs. > Mercedes-Benz: Check Facebook, read Twitter posts, use Google Local Search and Yelp. > > Frank > > _______________________________________________ > 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 >

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A Car that Tweets
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Feb '12

16 Feb '12

What do you make of the attached 2/10/12 Wall Street Journal article, "Don't Look Now: A Car That Tweets"? Toyota: buy movie tickets, book a table, check stock, search on Bing. General Motors: Play videos and slide shows. Tesla: Wireless Internet with 17-inch screen, USB plugs. Mercedes-Benz: Check Facebook, read Twitter posts, use Google Local Search and Yelp. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] safety program
by director 15 Feb '12

15 Feb '12

Frank, et al, I'd be happy to offer any help I can from Positive Spin which would include video presentation, class presentation, practice bikes and riding course materials (markers, signs, etc). We could structure it like we've done our Safe Routes classes where we set up a practice course for the kids to ride in the main area of the parking lot and have an area to the side for first-time riders who are learning to balance on 2 wheels. I have this described in a proposal that we usually send out to the schools where we do the classes. I would recommend that if it's for grade school ages (7-10 years) we do it inside the gym. If there's adequate interest and volunteers we could have a skills course outdoors for older kids. The video and class material are pretty much the same for all ages up to high school, since most kids haven't had it. If anyone else on the board is interested in working together on this I'd be happy to go to SPAN with you on it. My goal for Positive Spin is to get this material into all schools eventually and this would be a good way to start. Btw Who is Paul (from SPAN)? Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Sent 2/15/2012 9:49:02 AM To: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Cc: "Scott Ferris" <scott.r.ferris(a)gmail.com>, "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org>, "Christiaan Abildso" <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] safety program Bicycle Board Members, More info on SPAN's request of the Bicycle Board. Who will attend the March 28 SPAN meeting? Frank On Feb 13, 2012, at 6:52 PM, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us wrote: The March meeting should be the 28th at 7:30 at the church on the corner of Cobun and Grand.We have never done this before so we were looking to you for advice.We're mainly try to get the community involved in a neighborhood event.If we only need outdoor space we can use the parking lot at M.H.S. If we need indoor and outdoor space we can either use M.H.S. or the church.Our turnout for events like this has not been very good in the past.If you think it would be best we could have a sign up deadline and cancel if there's not enough interest.We can do whatever you want. Paul On Feb 13, 2012, at 10:22 AM, Frank Gmeindl wrote: Bicycle Board Members, At the February Traffic Commission meeting, Commissioner Paul Steele who represents second ward said the South Park Association of Neighbors (SPAN) would like to conduct a "bicycle safety program". As you can see by the dialog below, he has invited me to attend their March meeting to discuss it. WHAT DO YOU RECOMMEND? As you can also see from the dialog below, I have asked Paul for more info. I will forward any response to you. 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: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: February 13, 2012 10:08:19 AM EST To: psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us Subject: Re: safety program Paul, As I mentioned when we discussed this, I will take it up with the Bicycle Board. When is the March SPAN meeting? Can you provide any more info about requirements? For example, what does SPAN expect to be the outcome(s)? Is this for kids and/or adults? Do you have any idea how many participants - kids under 14, adults - we can expect? How much time is SPAN allocating for the event? Does SPAN have a location in mind? 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 On Feb 12, 2012, at 9:45 PM, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us wrote: Frank, We spoke briefly about doing some type of bicycle safety program for S.P.A.N. in the spring.I was going to invite you to the February S.P.A.N. meeting but we already have two speakers attending that meeting so how about the March meeting instead? Paul _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Update on House Transportation Bill
by Chet Parsons 15 Feb '12

15 Feb '12

Hugh may want to weigh in here as well, but I think this may be a good move on the part of the White House. The House proposal is severely lacking, especially on the bike/ped front http://thehill.com/blogs/e2-wire/e2-wire/210691-white-house-threatens-to-ve… Chet

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PBIC Image Library
by Chet Parsons 15 Feb '12

15 Feb '12

I wasn't sure if everyone knew about this resource or not. I kinda forgot it was around until I saw a linked photo recently. Enjoy! Chet http://www.pedbikeimages.org/

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Fwd: A Car that Tweets
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Feb '12

15 Feb '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Chip Wamsley" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> > Date: February 13, 2012 1:06:38 PM EST > To: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] A Car that Tweets > > Pretty scary. My question to its supporters would be: "Would you want similar devices in the cockpits of a commercial airliner in which you are a passenger?" > I've found that the world won't end if i don't get a tweet or post in a timely manner, gen y'rs might disagree. > > chip > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Sent 2/13/2012 12:53:35 PM > To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > Subject: [Bikeboard] A Car that Tweets > > What do you make of the attached 2/10/12 Wall Street Journal article, "Don't Look Now: A Car That Tweets"? > > Toyota: buy movie tickets, book a table, check stock, search on Bing. > General Motors: Play videos and slide shows. > Tesla: Wireless Internet with 17-inch screen, USB plugs. > Mercedes-Benz: Check Facebook, read Twitter posts, use Google Local Search and Yelp. > > Frank > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Crossroads Mon Visioning meeting results posted!
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 14 Feb '12

14 Feb '12

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Crossroads Mon Visioning meeting results posted! Date: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:58:56 -0800 (PST) From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> To: All - A great summary of the recent community visioning meetings was posted today...transportation - alternatives (including complete streets) was the most frequently discussed idea at the meetings. See http://crossroadsmon.com/?page_id=29 for a link to the report ("Download Idea Gathering Meetings Summary Memo <http://crossroadsmon.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/MGTN_IGM_memo_120213.pdf>") I commend all entities involved and the quick, excellentsummary report. Christiaan /*Walk more, safely*/ /Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board/ /Christiaan Abildso, Chair/ /Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair/ /http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm/

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Re: [Bikeboard] Add Christiaan Abildso to bikeboard@cheat.org?
by Chip Wamsley 13 Feb '12

13 Feb '12

Ok with me, good idea. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Sent 2/13/2012 2:41:31 PM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Cc: "Christiaan Abildso" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> Subject: [Bikeboard] Add Christiaan Abildso to bikeboard(a)cheat.org? Bicycle Board Members, I would like to add Christiaan Abildso to bikeboard(a)cheat.org. Currently, bikeboard(a)cheat.org only includes all past and present Bicycle Board members. Christiaan is Chairman of the Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board. The PSB and BB have many common interests and collaboration opportunities. By including Christiaan in our e-mail communications, we can maintain a continuous link to the PSB. Unless anybody objects by the end of tomorrow, 2/14, I ask Jonathan to add Christiaan to bikeboard(a)cheat.org. 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Add Christiaan Abildso to bikeboard@cheat.org?
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Feb '12

13 Feb '12

Bicycle Board Members, I would like to add Christiaan Abildso to bikeboard(a)cheat.org. Currently, bikeboard(a)cheat.org only includes all past and present Bicycle Board members. Christiaan is Chairman of the Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board. The PSB and BB have many common interests and collaboration opportunities. By including Christiaan in our e-mail communications, we can maintain a continuous link to the PSB. Unless anybody objects by the end of tomorrow, 2/14, I ask Jonathan to add Christiaan to bikeboard(a)cheat.org. 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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Fwd: HB4074
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Feb '12

13 Feb '12

Bicycle Board Members, I sent the message below to our delegates. Tony Barrill called me today to tell me he would support the bill. I received e-mails today from Amanda Pasdon saying, "You have my support" and from Barbara Fleischauer saying, "I will keep an eye out for it and try to find out how it may fare. Thanks for writing." Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: February 4, 2012 4:43:51 PM EST > To: anthony.barill(a)wvhouse.gov, barbaraf(a)wvhouse.gov, charlene.marshall(a)wvhouse.gov, amanda.pasdon(a)wvhouse.gov > Subject: HB4074 > > Dear Tony, Barbara, Charlene and Amanda, > > Most of you know me and know that I am an avid bicyclist. I am also the Chairman of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board. For the past 5 years, I've been working with the WVDOT on several projects that involve bicycling. Five years ago, everyone I talked with there acted as if bicycles didn't belong on the roads. Today, many of the WVDOT people with whom I'm working see that Complete Streets could reduce congestion, improve our environment, improve our health and, most of all create a better environment for our children. The City of Morgantown and Monongalia County via the Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization have adopted Complete Streets resolutions in 2007 and 2008 respectively. Since WVDOT controls so many of our local roads, I ask you to support HB4074 so that we can also have a Complete Streets policy at the state level so we can all work together to improve our local roadways for bicyclists, pedestrians and transit users. > > > 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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Fwd: House R&T subcommittee contact re: HB 4074
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Feb '12

12 Feb '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please read Christiaan's attached message to delegates if only to see what a persuasive argument he makes but hopefully also to inspire you to act. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: February 12, 2012 10:05:24 PM 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)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 <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(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 <freesource(a)cheat.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 <info(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>, 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> > Cc: Terrence Moore <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: House R&T subcommittee contact re: HB 4074 > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > All - > Please find attached a copy of an email I sent to the members of a subcommittee that was formed by the House Roads & Transportation committee to review HB 4074. If you feel so inspired, feel free to contact the subcommittee BY CLOSE OF BUSINESS MONDAY. They meet Tuesday & report to the R&T committee on Wednesday. THis is a critical first step. > Feel free to use any of the attached text and please contact friends in counties of those on the subcommittee. > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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February BB Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 12 Feb '12

12 Feb '12

Please enjoy the attached minutes of the February BB meeting. And stay warm! Betsy

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Fwd: Please take action TODAY to save walking and biking! This is a urgent.
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Feb '12

10 Feb '12

Have you acted to keep congress from eliminating funding for Safe Routes to School, Transportation Enhancements, etc.? Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: February 10, 2012 9:49:43 AM EST > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dan Harris <harrisda(a)wvuhealthcare.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Michael Graham <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Maria Brann <Maria.Brann(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Melody Thomas <mthoma29(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Fw: Please take action TODAY to save walking and biking! This is a urgent. > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > All - > I added a paragraph at the beginning of the form text that I hope helped it hit home, feel free to use in whole or in part: > "A quick piece of local data: 20% of roadway miles in Morgantown are state or federally-maintained and funded. Roughly 66% of all pedestrian-vehicle accidents in Morgantown occurred on or along these roads. They are dangerous by design, making hazardous the daily commute for the roughly 20% of Morgantown residents that walk or bike as their primary mode of transportation. We MUST support non-motorized transportation. West Virginia is among the 5 lowest states in proportion of federal highway funding spent on pedestrian and bicycle facilities (roughly 0.6% - yes just more than half of one percent)!!! Please help support active transportation, a critical component to make the WV Physical Activity Plan a reality in saving our state's health." > For facebookers...please find a way to post. > Thanks > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: "America Walks - Scott Bricker, Executive Director" <sbricker(a)americawalks.org> > To: walkmgw(a)yahoo.com > Sent: Thursday, February 9, 2012 2:00 PM > Subject: Please take action TODAY to save walking and biking! This is a urgent. > > > Please TAKE ACTION and contact your Representative and Senator TODAY to Protect funding for Walking and Biking! > Dear Christiaan, > > Some are calling the draft multiyear transportation bill being considered in the U.S. House of Representatives "the worst bill ever." > > We are asking Representatives to oppose the House transportation bill. Despite the fact that walking and bicycling infrastructure is a low-cost investment that creates more jobs per dollar than any other kind of highway spending, the House bill eliminates dedicated funding for walking and bicycling and repeals the Safe Routes to School program. > > The current Senate transportation bill dilutes walking and bicycling funding and programs like Safe Routes to School. It gives your state DOT the power to decide whether or not to make any funding available for these critical programs. > > To improve the bill, we are asking Senators to vote for the bi-partisan Cardin-Cochran amendment on the floor to guarantee local governments a voice in transportation decisions, allowing them to build sidewalks, crosswalks, and bikeways that keep people safe. This vote will take place early next week, so please take action now! > > By clicking the "Take Action" button, you can easily contact both your Senators and Representative in one simple step. > > Help spread the word! Forward this email. > Supporting walking and biking infrastructure and programs like Safe Routes to School have numerous benefits. Public Health organizations, community members, and businesses also benefit from the success of walking and biking initiatives. Contact your local county commissioners, public health organizations and local business leaders and ask them to call or write Senators and Representatives. > > Thank you for supporting walking and biking. > > Sincerely, > > Scott Bricker, Executive Director > America Walks > > Support our work with a donation > > Home l Endorse our vision statement > > Connect on facebook Follow us on twitter > > America Walks PO Box 10581 Portland OR 97296 703.738.4889 > > > Forward email > > This email was sent to walkmgw(a)yahoo.com by sbricker(a)americawalks.org | > Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe™ | Privacy Policy. > America Walks | PO Box 10581 | Portland | OR | 97296 >

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Re: [Bikeboard] BB mapping team
by Derek Springston 10 Feb '12

10 Feb '12

Frank and others, - I definitely agree with including: Chet, Danielle, Ryan, Gunnar, Frank, Derek. - Alice, do you still want to be on the committee? - Others that have attended in the past or have been copied on emails include: Damien, Hugh, Don Spencer, Chip, and Nick. I've copied them in order to get their input on whether they'd still like to help us out. - I also copied the entire Bike Board (which may cause a duplicate email for some of you) and would like to request that anyone who is interested in helping or would like to receive the Mapping Team emails, let us know! - Anyone else need to be included? I just prefer not to flood other folks emails if they don't want them. Thanks Frank for starting this email to get our team roster updated! :) ~Derek On Fri, Feb 10, 2012 at 8:16 AM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>wrote: > Mapping Team Members, > > Please copy all Mapping Team members on correspondence concerning the > Mapping Team. (When in doubt, copy the Team.) This will reduce confusion. > AFAIK, following are the Mapping Team Members. Please correct me if I'm > wrong. > Chet Parsons <chetparsons(a)gmail.com>, Derek Springston < > dspringston(a)gmail.com>, Danielle Williams <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net> (Team > Leader), Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com>, Gunnar Shogren < > gshogren(a)gmail.com>, Alice Vernon <vernon.mail(a)gmail.com>,Frank Gmeindl < > frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> . > > > 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* > > > > -- *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] Mileground/705 comments
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Feb '12

08 Feb '12

Christiaan, Superlative comments! You've included all the relevant objective evidence that is so convincing that 4L(B) is the better alternative. I am also grateful for your including our recent discussions about lane width but don't think 10-foot inner lanes and 11-foot outer lanes is a good idea. (Your point #6.) First, for bicyclists and motorists to travel safely side-by-side within the lane, the lane must be 14-feet wide or wider (8-feet for MV + 3-feet space between MV and bicycle + 3-feet for bicycle = 14-feet). An 11-foot outside lane will only encourage motorists to try to squeeze by cyclists who hug the right edge. In discussions with you and the Pedestrian Safety Board, I've advocated for all travel lanes to be 10-feet wide to slow traffic and to discourage motorists from squeezing by cyclists but we don't have consensus on that. Another part of my rationale for 10-foot travel lanes is that they would free up 4-feet for an additional sidewalk within the current ROW. Since you're advocating for sidewalks on both sides with a green space buffer between the sidewalk and the travel lane (with which I strongly agree), advocating for two different lane widths can call your competence into question. If you're not going to advocate for all 10-foot travel lanes with firm justification, I'd leave it alone. Also, the sign is R4-11, Bicycles May Use FULL Lane. This is specified in the 2009 MUTCD. Section 9B.06 Bicycles May Use Full Lane Sign (R4-11) http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/htm/2009/part9/part9b.htm > Section 9B.06 Bicycles May Use Full Lane Sign (R4-11) > Option: > 01 The Bicycles May Use Full Lane (R4-11) sign (see Figure 9B-2) may be used on roadways where no bicycle lanes or adjacent shoulders usable by bicyclists are present and where travel lanes are too narrow for bicyclists and motor vehicles to operate side by side. > 02 The Bicycles May Use Full Lane sign may be used in locations where it is important to inform road users that bicyclists might occupy the travel lane. > 03 Section 9C.07 describes a Shared Lane Marking that may be used in addition to or instead of the Bicycles May Use Full Lane sign to inform road users that bicyclists might occupy the travel lane. > Support: > 04 The Uniform Vehicle Code (UVC) defines a "substandard width lane" as a "lane that is too narrow for a bicycle and a vehicle to travel safely side by side within the same lane." 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 On Feb 8, 2012, at 9:00 AM, Christiaan Abildso wrote: > Transportation Commission colleagues - > I had the pleasure of encountering David making a Pop Tart run this morning as I was loading up on caffeinated treats. The encounter reminded me that I wanted to share with all of you the comments I made re: Mileground/705 project via the DOT website. I would also like to make a clarification re: my letter to the editor from yesterday. I did NOT send it as the PSB chairman, simply from my personal account without any identification of my PSB role...the letter was not vetted or approved by the PSB. > > Please find attached a long list of points from which I picked a few for the DOT submission...enjoy! Two resources used were > 1) the consultant's report (Entran) about the Mileground:http://www.plantogether.org/documents/plan/MilegroundRoadReport.… > 2) DOT page for comment: > http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/engineering/comment/wv705connecto… > > Thank you all for making the TC an enjoyable experience. > Christiaan > <mileground comments.txt>

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Re: [Bikeboard] Mileground comment points
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Feb '12

08 Feb '12

Christiaan, Superlative comments! You've included all the relevant objective evidence that is so convincing that 4L(B) is the better alternative. I am also grateful for your including our recent discussions about lane width but don't think 10-foot inner lanes and 11-foot outer lanes is a good idea. (Your point #6.) First, for bicyclists and motorists to travel safely side-by-side within the lane, the lane must be 14-feet wide or wider (8-feet for MV + 3-feet space between MV and bicycle + 3-feet for bicycle = 14-feet). An 11-foot outside lane will only encourage motorists to try to squeeze by cyclists who hug the right edge. I've advocated for all travel lanes to be 10-feet wide to slow traffic and to discourage motorists from squeezing by cyclists but we don't have consensus on that. Another part of my rationale for 10-foot travel lanes is that they would free up 4-feet for an additional sidewalk within the current ROW. Since you're advocating for sidewalks on both sides with a green space buffer between the sidewalk and the travel lane (with which I strongly agree), advocating for two different lane widths can call your competence into question. If you're not going to advocate for all 10-foot travel lanes with firm justification, I'd leave it alone. Also, the sign is R4-11, Bicycles May Use FULL Lane. This is specified in the 2009 MUTCD. Section 9B.06 Bicycles May Use Full Lane Sign (R4-11) http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/htm/2009/part9/part9b.htm > Section 9B.06 Bicycles May Use Full Lane Sign (R4-11) > Option: > 01 The Bicycles May Use Full Lane (R4-11) sign (see Figure 9B-2) may be used on roadways where no bicycle lanes or adjacent shoulders usable by bicyclists are present and where travel lanes are too narrow for bicyclists and motor vehicles to operate side by side. > 02 The Bicycles May Use Full Lane sign may be used in locations where it is important to inform road users that bicyclists might occupy the travel lane. > 03 Section 9C.07 describes a Shared Lane Marking that may be used in addition to or instead of the Bicycles May Use Full Lane sign to inform road users that bicyclists might occupy the travel lane. > Support: > 04 The Uniform Vehicle Code (UVC) defines a "substandard width lane" as a "lane that is too narrow for a bicycle and a vehicle to travel safely side by side within the same lane." 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 On Feb 7, 2012, at 10:24 PM, Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board wrote: > Troops - > Please find attached some comments - some of which I've submitted - about the Mileground, and a link to the consultant's report (Entran) about the Mileground: http://www.plantogether.org/documents/plan/MilegroundRoadReport.pdf > > The attached file is in .txt format for easy copy & paste into the online form without formatting issues. Please let me know if there is a problem with the file. Comments are due by Feb 24th. > > I used some - not all - of the points in the attached, feel free to reword, mix/match. As you all may imagine, I used the points supported by data and/or the consultant's report. Please click here to comment at the DOH's website or, if that doesn't work, copy & paste the following URL: > http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/engineering/comment/wv705connecto… > > Enjoy my comments. Please provide input and feel free to forward my attached comments to friends/neighbors/interested fellow citizens. > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > <mileground comments.txt>

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Bicycle Friendly Community Application
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Feb '12

07 Feb '12

Sorry, I didn't realize the link required a log in. Now, I attached the PDF. Frank Bicycle Board Members, The Bicycle Friendly Community application is practically ready to submit. A PDF version is available at http://applications.bikeleague.org/application/bfc/Community_pdf.cfm?id=1323 I would appreciate your inspecting it for any errors or omissions. I would like to submit it this Wednesday, Feb. 8. (Please don't comment on format. The PDF version seems to ignore line breaks.) 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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Fwd: Time sensitive opinion piece, must be in by Tuesday, Feb 7 (if fit to print) - thank you
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Feb '12

04 Feb '12

A provocative article by Christiaan Abildso about a Complete Streets bill, HB 4074 that the WV House of Delegates will vote on Wednesday Feb. 8. You could just say, "Please support HB4074". How hard is that? Our delegates are anthony.barill(a)wvhouse.gov barbaraf(a)wvhouse.gov charlene.marshall(a)wvhouse.gov amanda.pasdon(a)wvhouse.gov Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> > Date: February 4, 2012 4:08:20 PM EST > To: "opinion(a)dominionpost.com" <opinion(a)dominionpost.com> > Subject: Time sensitive opinion piece, must be in by Tuesday, Feb 7 (if fit to print) - thank you > Reply-To: Christiaan Abildso <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> > > TITLE: Act Now to Provide Transportation Options > > The default is powerful. Ask grocery store owners who influence your purchase by stocking certain items at eye level and at the end of aisles. Ask software companies, who encourage downloading add-ons by defaulting the settings to automatically download such add-ons unless you “uncheck” a box. Ask large employers, who default employees into a 401k plan to encourage retirement savings, rather than asking employees if they want a 401k. Ask city planners, highway engineers, and zoning officials, who can influence default health behavior options every day by designing our cities and streets to encourage or discourage active transportation. What is your default transportation “choice” every day? > According to national data, half of the 4 trips taken in an average household are 3 miles or less. This trip is very comfortable on a bike – in fact 85% of all bike trips are 3 miles or less - can burn up to 300 calories even at a modest pace, and cost up to $3.75 to drive in an SUV according to AAA. However, only 1.8% of these trips are ridden on a bike! Trips 1 mile or less encompass 27% of all daily trips yet 62% are taken in a vehicle. One mile is a very comfortable distance to walk, can burn up to 100 calories, and costs roughly $.75 in an SUV according to AAA. I save over $1,000 annually in transportation costs (not to mention the health care cost savings) by walking, riding, and using transit rather than driving my 7 mile round-trip daily. > Time is a common barrier to being more active. With so many commitments, most of us have very little time to devote to exercising. But, what do most of us do every day? Commute to work or school. This is a great captive moment where we must change the default option. What influences our commuting decision? A major factor is how our streets are designed. Bicycles have the same rights as vehicles on the road. Does the design of our roadways make you feel comfortable or uncomfortable riding on the road? Pedestrians have facilities to accommodate them – sidewalks and crosswalks. Does the design of our pedestrian infrastructure provide a continuous, well lit, safe route for you to commute on foot? Public transportation users walk 70 minutes more per week than non-users. Does the design of our transportation system encourage you to walk or bike to public transportation (happily, all Morgantown PRT stations and Mountain Line buses are equipped with bicycle racks)? > We live in an urban area that is ripe to become a national model for active commuting. However, our state maintained roads are dangerous by design limiting such beneficial activity. Roughly 20% of the road mileage in Morgantown is managed by the state, yet 66% of all pedestrian-vehicle accidents in the last six years have occurred on these roads! Unfortunately many roads managed by the state, such as South University Avenue, have been designed to make driving the default option. We must change this. Ask your local WV Legislative Delegates to support HB 4074 which would encourage the West Virginia Division of Highways to design our streets so that users of all ages and abilities have safe transportation options. Hurry, HB 4074 is set for House Roads and Transportation Committee (on which our own Delegate Pasdon serves) vote on Wednesday, February 8th! This is our chance to change the default!

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Fwd: Amendment to Preserve Dedicated Funding for Walk/Bike Voted Down!
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Feb '12

04 Feb '12

Bicycle Board Members, The message below provides some links to good info about the status and outlook on recent bike/ped funding legislation. I'm glad I contacted our representatives. At least Rahall voted for it. I couldn't contact Capito and she voted against it. I contacted McKinley but apparently he didn't vote. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: February 3, 2012 9:22:07 PM 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)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 <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.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 <info(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>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Sera Janson Zegre <sera(a)downstreamstrategies.com> > Subject: Fw: Amendment to Preserve Dedicated Funding for Walk/Bike Voted Down! > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > OUCH! > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: "America Walks - Scott Bricker, Executive Director" <sbricker(a)americawalks.org> > To: walkmgw(a)yahoo.com > Sent: Friday, February 3, 2012 12:50 PM > Subject: Amendment to Preserve Dedicated Funding for Walk/Bike Voted Down! > > We're down, but not out! Stay tuned for our follow-up strategy to save walking and biking. > > Dear Christiaan, > > Yesterday, the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee voted down (27 to 29) an amendment to preserve dedicated funding for walking and biking in the proposed transportation bill. The bipartisan amendment was introduced by Representatives Petri (R-WI), Johnson (R-IL) and Lipinski (D-IL). Thank you to these Reps. and to the thousands of pedestrian and bicycling champions who contact their Representatives on the Committee. > > Find out how your Representative on the Transportation Committee voted. > > As the House transportation bill moves through other Committees and eventually onto the House floor, and as the Senate continues to finalize their version of the bill, we still have much work to do. > > So, lace up your walking shoes and hold onto your handlebars. We're in for a long fight. > Stay tuned for more updates about next steps. > > Click here to learn the top 10 reasons why the House's proposed transportation bill is terrible for walking and biking. > > Sincerely, > > Scott Bricker, Executive Director > America Walks > > Support our work with a donation > > Home l Endorse our vision statement > > Connect on facebook Follow us on twitter > > America Walks PO Box 10581 Portland OR 97296 703.738.4889 > > > Forward email > > This email was sent to walkmgw(a)yahoo.com by sbricker(a)americawalks.org | > Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe™ | Privacy Policy. > America Walks | PO Box 10581 | Portland | OR | 97296 >

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Bicycle Friendly Community Application
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Feb '12

04 Feb '12

Bicycle Board Members, The Bicycle Friendly Community application is practically ready to submit. A PDF version is available at http://applications.bikeleague.org/application/bfc/Community_pdf.cfm?id=1323 I would appreciate your inspecting it for any errors or omissions. I would like to submit it this Wednesday, Feb. 8. (Please don't comment on format. The PDF version seems to ignore line breaks.) 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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Light at Mntr Station is actuated by bicycle
by Ryan Post 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

After tonight's meeting I checked if the light at Mountaineer Station was actuated by bicycle. In short, I believe it is actuated by a bicycle. It looks like the wait time is around 1:15 for an approach "mid-cycle", with a maximum wait of 2mins if you arrive at the yellow light. The light does not seem to cycle at all if no vehicles are present. Here is the data I collected for every vehicle that made a left hand turn. I think some right hand turning cars initiated the timer before a left hand approached. I think bike times are higher than avg because I approached very quickly after the cycle. I collected this on 2/2/12 between 8:25 and 9:00pm. I positioned myself at the center of the stop bar for a left hand turn, wearing a red jacket, blue jeans and helmet light. Car 0:55 Applebees Car 0:06 Applebees Van 2:00 Mtnr Station (Approached immediately after light cycled) Bike 1:15 Mtnr Station (Car approached from Applebees at 0:20) Bus 1:14 Mtnr Station SUV 1:44 Mtnr Station Multi cars 1:12 Both (May have been triggered early by car turning right) Car 1:11 Applebees SUV 1:55 Applebees Bike 1:50 Mtnr Station (Car approached from Applebees at 0:10) Bike 0:48 Mtnr Station (Already triggered by car?) Bike 1:50 Mtnr Station

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House Transportation Bill summary
by Chet Parsons 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

All - if you have been tracking these types of things, this should come as no surprise to you. The House released their version of a bill to reauthorize transportation funding and it is not kind at all to bike/ped funding, transit, safe routes to school, or Amtrak. Plus the Speaker has pledged to tie in approval for the Keystone XL pipeline to this bill. If you want to see a quick summary with links to the more detailed text, see below. We could possibly get into this tonight since it may impact future grant opportunities (or lack thereof) Chet http://blogs.planning.org/policy/2012/02/01/house-transportation-bill-would…

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Fwd: Sidewalk cycling
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

Excellent idea! Seems like there's also a place for article 374. Alternative Transportation within 372. Pedestrians, 373. Bicycles and 375. Motorcycles. We'll need to study these to understand what goes in these articles. On Feb 2, 2012, at 11:10 AM, Scott Ferris wrote: > Although I am unfamiliar with the procedure, it seems that adding an article in CHAPTER 9 - Pedestrians and Bicycles to handle alternate modes of transportation would be beneficial. This could allow each mode of transportation to be defined more specifically and dealt with individually instead of attempting to classify skateboards and unicycles under a bicycle issue. > > Thanks for the opportunity to discuss and help resolve this issue, > scott ferris > > > On Wed, Feb 1, 2012 at 10:26 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: > In my last point below, I meant, I'm advocating for DELETING section 303.99 (b) > ************ > In the file, Morgantown Code pertaining to Bicycling- edited.doc that I attached to my message, the revision I am advocating for 373.05 RIDING ON ROADWAYS AND BICYCLE PATHS is straight out of the UVC Section 11-1205 Position on the Roadway copied from p. 57 of Bicycling & The Law by Bob Mionske. > > I'm advocating for deleting 373.05 (c) mandatory side path because "side path" is undefined, "usable" is undefined and "adjacent" is moot. > > I'm advocating for deleting 373.08 (d) because it is about skateboards and roller skates which are irrelevant to bicycles and therefore irrelevant to article 373 which is on bicycles. > > I'm advocating for section 303.99 (b) which is referred to in 373.99 PENALTY because 303.99 (b) addresses the requirement for motorists to have insurance which is irrelevant to bicycle. > > On Feb 1, 2012, at 9:22 AM, director wrote: > >> Good morning, >> I'd think we'll have better success if we propose legislation that's been researched, enacted and shown to be successful - rather than trying to do something original. I've found (what I think is) the full UVC text on the subject at this link: (search for § 11-1209 Bicycles and human powered vehicles on sidewalks) >> >> http://bikelaws.org/laws/UVC-model-bike.pdf >> >> It legislates behavior (ie "act like a pedestrian", rather than specifying vehicle type) so it is a simple, enforcable and effective way to let everyone know what they should do to be safe. It also fits with the League mantra of acting predictably. >> >> In a quick search I found this article with links to laws in all states, and some discussion including a partial citation of the UVC text which forms the basis for Florida law. >> http://azbikelaw.org/blog/sidewalk-cycling-in-arizona/ >> >> Here's the Florida statute that I believe addresses all of the concerns that have been expressed so far. >> http://www.dot.state.fl.us/safety/ped_bike/laws/ped_bike_bikeLaws1.shtm#Sid… >> >> Sidewalk riding >> (Section 316.2065(10) and (11), F.S.) >> A person propelling a vehicle by human power upon and along a sidewalk, or across a roadway upon and along a crosswalk, has all the rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian under the same circumstances. >> >> Comment: Sidewalks are not designed for bicycle speeds, but a bicycle propelled by human power may be used except where prohibited by local ordinance (e.g. in the central business districts of many cities). No bicycle may be propelled by other than human power on a sidewalk. Although a cyclist riding on a sidewalk has the rights and duties of a pedestrian, he is still a "bicycle rider" and his bicycle is still a "bicycle". Consequently, laws that pertain to required equipment and to carriage of passengers (see above) are still applicable. >> >> Since a cyclist riding on a sidewalk does not have the duties (or rights) of a driver, he may ride in either direction. (However, it is safer to ride in the direction of traffic, since drivers do not expect cyclists to come from the other direction at driveways and crosswalks. Crash risk is 3 to 4 times as great for sidewalk riders who ride facing roadway traffic as for sidewalk riders who ride in the direction of traffic.) >> >> At a signalized intersection, a sidewalk rider must obey the instructions of any applicable pedestrian control signal. That is, he may start to cross a roadway in a crosswalk only during a steady Walk phase, if one is displayed. If no pedestrian signal is provided, the cyclist may proceed in accordance with the signal indications for the parallel roadway traffic flow (Section 316.075, F.S.). >> >> A person propelling a bicycle upon and along a sidewalk, or across a roadway upon and along a crosswalk, shall yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian and shall give an audible signal before overtaking and passing such pedestrian. >> >> >> Nick Hein LCI# 1705 >> Director, Positive Spin >> 803 East Brockway Ave >> Morgantown, WV >> ph 304-276-0213 >> >> >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >> Sent 2/1/2012 7:55:16 AM >> To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> >> Cc: scott.r.ferris(a)gmail.com, "Christiaan Abildso" <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> >> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Fwd: Sidewalk cycling >> >> Bicycle Board Members, >> >> I preparation for our discussion of the unicycle issue, the following link is to the agenda for last night's CC COW meeting. It contains the proposed ordinance amendments: http://www.morgantown.com/agendas/2012/Council-packet-1-31-12.pdf >> >> Attached to this message are proposed amendments to Morgantown Code article 373. Bicycles. I have proposed these changes more than once to the BB. We've had some discussion but didn't do anything. Perhaps this is the right time to do something. >> >> Frank >> >> >> Begin forwarded message: >> >>> From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>> Date: January 31, 2012 5:44:07 PM EST >>> To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> >>> Cc: Christiaan Abildso <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> >>> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Sidewalk cycling >>> >>> Bicycle Board Members, >>> >>> I met with Terrence at 4 pm today to discuss the city code amendments that were supposed to undergo their first reading at tonight's City Council Committee Of the Whole meeting. Those amendments would essentially ban unicycles from City sidewalks and streets. When Council comes to that item on the agenda, Terrence will tell them that he is not ready to read the amendments because he needs more time to meet with relevant stakeholders on the topic. (Curious: I just went to the City's website to review the proposed amendments that were in the agenda and the agenda's not there anymore.) Terrence asked the Bicycle Board to discuss the issue and to prepare to participate in a meeting with him, Chief Preston, legal counsel and others that have an interest in the topic. He will contact me Friday to set up that meeting. I pointed out that unicycles are not in the Bicycle Board's scope but agreed to take up the subject with the BB and establish recommendations. I guess this could be a ripe banana issue for tomorrow's BB meeting. >>> >>> During our discussion, I emphasized that we need the police to enforce laws that endanger cyclists and to get on board with our effort to educate cyclists as summarized on the police info cards and the CCC business cards. Next week, at 3 pm on Feb. 8, Terrence has a meeting scheduled with Chief Preston to discuss police performance goals and objectives and their budget for the coming year. Terrence invited me to participate in that meeting. On Monday, Feb. 13, Terrence will present his departments' budgets, goals and objectives to a special meeting of City Council. It would be nice if that presentation included goals and objectives that were aligned with ours. What do you think they should be? >>> >>> >>> 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 >>> >>> >>> >>> On Jan 31, 2012, at 4:14 PM, Frank Gmeindl wrote: >>> >>>> The unicycle ordinance revisions will not be read tonight. More later. >>>> Frank >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> On Jan 31, 2012, at 12:53 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>> >>>>> What's the Bike League's view on what exactly a Unicycle is? >>>>> A toy? Sidewalk toy? >>>>> >>>>> On Tue, Jan 31, 2012 at 12:42 PM, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org> wrote: >>>>> I have been doing a little research, and according to this article, http://stason.org/TULARC/sports/unicycling/1-6-What-is-a-unicycle-under-the… in California, unicycles are considered pedestrians. In WV, as many of you know, bicycles are defined differently: >>>>> §17C-1-8. Bicycle. >>>>> "Bicycle" means every device which does not have a motor attached and which is propelled by human power upon which any person may ride, having two tandem wheels either of which is more than twenty inches in diameter. >>>>> >>>>> §17C-1-30. Pedestrian. >>>>> "Pedestrian" means any person afoot or any person using a wheelchair. >>>>> >>>>> However, according to WV's definition, a unicycle isn't a bicycle nor is it a pedestrian. Ofcourse, an adult tricycle isn't a bicycle either .. hmm. >>>>> >>>>> However, Ames, Iowa, does allows unicycles everywhere: http://www.cityofames.org/modules/showdocument.aspx?documentid=282 >>>>> >>>>> So how should we define Unicycles? I strongly advise that the City not rush to a decision. >>>>> >>>>> -Jonathan >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On 1/31/2012 12:24 PM, Ryan Post wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> I did reply, first just to Frank then I sent a personal email to the city, asking them to reconsider. I didn’t think opinion on Unicycles pertained to the BB, so I didn’t include the BB. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> I got a reply back from Preston implying that he thought they should already be banned, and they were merely clarifying the law. To that response, Nutter, who was my advisor and instructor at WVU and who saw me with my unicycle with me a lot, backed me up, asking them to reconsider the ban. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> I can see Frank’s point about this leading towards enforcement of bicycle on sidewalks, but I don’t think that’s where Preston is going with this, but honestly, I don’t see his point at all. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> In the event that Terrence is still on our side, and to keep from wasting both of your time, I’d just have you ask Terrance if there’s any new ideas he has that could help us meet our goals better. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On Behalf Of Gunnar Shogren >>>>>> Sent: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 11:10 AM >>>>>> To: Frank Gmeindl >>>>>> Cc: Bicycle Board >>>>>> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Sidewalk cycling >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> I'll be interested in hearing what becomes of the meeting. >>>>>> >>>>>> And though I didn't say so earlier, why the sudden "attacks" or "interest" in unicycles? (I thought Ryan would have replied to this...) >>>>>> But having said that, I will note that we saw a Uni on High St.(sidewalk), Thursday (?) evening, I think he was delivering something, and just yesterday I saw a Uni locked outside the new entrance to White Hall. >>>>>> Are these events related? >>>>>> >>>>>> On Tue, Jan 31, 2012 at 9:44 AM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> FYI, I have a meeting with Terrence today at 4 pm (Think of me while you're riding!) >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> For those of us who have short memories, attached is a list of talking points that we developed and provided to Chief Preston in a >>>>>> >>>>>> meeting the week of September 11. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> I'm sending this because some of you have responded with recommendations that were already in the attached. Namely, >>>>>> >>>>>> Cyclists may perceive that riding on sidewalks is safer that riding on streets. Citing them may cause them to stop riding their bikes and use their cars instead. Before citing sidewalk cyclists, instruct them that they have the same rights to the road as drivers of vehicles and that they must obey the same rules. Direct them to Morgantown’s Confident City Cycling Traffic Skills 101 course to learn to drive their bicycles as vehicles. Distribute the Police Information Cards that the Bicycle Board produced and the Confident City Cycling business cards that have the Five Steps for Better Riding on the back. >>>>>> >>>>>> I thought Chief Preston agreed with this. Perhaps his memory is short, too. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Frank >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Begin forwarded message: >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>>>>> >>>>>> Date: January 30, 2012 10:09:10 AM EST >>>>>> >>>>>> To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> >>>>>> >>>>>> Cc: Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> >>>>>> >>>>>> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Sidewalk cycling >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> I tried to schedule a meeting with Terrence but he's out of town today and tomorrow. I propose to send the following message to him by 1 pm today unless you object. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Dear Terrence, >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> The proposed amendments of the City code to control unicycles on sidewalks and streets could damage our efforts to reduce traffic congestion and to make Morgantown a Bicycle Friendly Community. Our concern is that those who are bicycling on the sidewalks and get tickets will end up driving cars. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> The Bicycle Board recognizes that sidewalk bicycling is dangerous to bicyclists as well as to pedestrians. Our approach to getting bicyclists off the sidewalks and onto the streets is to educate them that the law gives them same rights to the road as motorists and subjects them to the same duties. We produced 5,000 police information cards (http://bikemorgantown.com/articles.php?str=2012/01/ticketing-cyclists.html) and gave them to Chief Preston and WVU police for this purpose. We encourage police to give these cards to bicyclists as well as motorists that violate laws that jeopardize bicyclists' safety. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Now, I recognize that the subject for Tuesday's Committee of the Whole is unicycles but since one of the code amendments is to article 373. Bicycles, specifically 373.08 Riding on Sidewalks, the discussion is likely to stray from unicycles to bicycling on sidewalks. I explicitly request that you consider our points above if discussion does stray to sidewalk bicycling. Perhaps you could even distribute some police information cards. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> One element of the procedural guidelines under which the City chartered the Bicycle Board is "review and support the implementation of Article 373 on Bicycles of the Morgantown Municipal Code." We have been working on this for years and have preliminary recommendations for updates but we are not yet ready to propose them to the Traffic Commission. One of those recommendations is to remove 373.08 (d) from 373 since 373.08 (d) has nothing to do with bicycles. Another reason for removing the language of 373.08 (d) from 373 is that doing so would diminish the grouping of bicycles with skateboards, roller skates, and soon, unicycles. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> We need to recognize that one reason Morgantown residents may choose to bicycle on the sidewalks rather than on the streets is that they perceive the streets to be more dangerous. Until we can educate them that they can ride safely on the streets and until we can make the streets safer for bicycling, e.g. by enforcing laws whose violation endangers cyclists, we could consider amending the 373.08 Riding on Sidewalks to make riding on sidewalks safer for bicyclists and pedestrians. One such measure could be to amend 373.08 to permit bicycling on the sidewalks at a speed no greater than the prevailing speed of pedestrian traffic. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> I hope that we will discuss this matter before Tuesday Committee of the Whole 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 >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> What say youy? >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Frank >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> On Jan 30, 2012, at 9:06 AM, Christiaan Abildso wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> A great idea. I, too, cringe when I see those on sidewalks and fear for their safety, especially if they are novice cyclists. >>>>>> >>>>>> Thanks for including me on the discussion. >>>>>> >>>>>> Christiaan >>>>>> >>>>>> >>> On 1/30/2012 at 8:52 AM, <dspringston(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> Hey guys, >>>>>> I cringe when I see cyclists riding on the sidewalks, but at the same time I see a potential teaching opportunity to those riding on sidewalks. Is there any way we could allocate some financial resources to make the Traffic Skills 101 class free for those folks we see riding on the sidewalks and encourage the police to recommend the course? What about giving them a ticket or warning with the understanding that attending a Traffic Skills 101 course could release the fee for the ticket? This could create an influx of educated cyclists in a best case scenario! I imagine many folks riding on the sidewalks just aren't aware of the law, and I'd hate to be too harsh on them, even though it is dangerous. After all, they are just as motivated to be out riding as we are. >>>>>> Thanks, >>>>>> ~Derek >>>>>> >>>>>> On Sun, Jan 29, 2012 at 7:49 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> Hugh, >>>>>> >>>>>> I'm certainly not suggesting that we advocate for sidewalk cycling. Cycling on the sidewalk is more dangerous for the cyclist than riding on the roadway. Anyone who's taken Traffic Skills 101 understands why. Our strategy has been to guide sidewalk cyclists from the sidewalks onto the roadway through education. I'm concerned that the extended outcome of Tuesday's meeting could be that those who are bicycling on the sidewalks and get tickets will drive cars. >>>>>> >>>>>> The police information cards that we developed and distributed to both Morgantown and WVU police tell people not to ride on the sidewalk. But, the cards also say that cyclists have the same rights to the roads as motorists and instructs them to drive their bicycles as they would drive vehicles. I wonder how many of those cards the police have given out? I wonder how many citations the police wrote to motorists that pulled out in front of cyclists, passed cyclists when it was unsafe to do so. >>>>>> >>>>>> If you could show me how, I'd like to direct any discussion Tuesday from penalizing sidewalk cyclists to getting more people out of the cars and on bikes on the streets. What do you recommend? >>>>>> >>>>>> Frank >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> On Jan 29, 2012, at 7:03 PM, Hugh Kierig wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> > Bicycles should not be allowed to be riden on sidewalks in commercial areas. In these instances the present a pedestrian hazard. >>>>>> > Hugh E. Kierig >>>>>> > -----Original Message----- >>>>>> > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>>>>> > Cc: Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> >>>>>> > To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Sent: 1/29/2012 6:57:09 PM >>>>>> > Subject: [Bikeboard] Sidewalk cycling >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Bicycle Board Members, >>>>>> > >>>>>> > At this Tuesday's meeting, City Council will discuss riding on sidewalks. See Agenda. >>>>>> > >>>>>> > WHAT SHOULD WE DO? We have 2 days to decide. >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Primarily, in response to a request from Chief Preston, they're banning unicycles from sidewalks and streets, effectively banning unicycles. I imagine this will lead to discussing bicycling on sidewalks which I imagine could lead to police ticketing bicyclists who ride on sidewalks. IMO, that won't exactly help us realize our vision of every resident being able to bicycle safely and fearlessly anywhere, anytime for any reason or to achieve our goal of having 1 or every 20 vehicles on Morgantown streets be a bicycle by 2020. >>>>>> > >>>>>> > I would like to turn this around from being negative to some kind of positive action to support our vision, goal, objectives and recommended action but I don't know how. Ideas? >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Specifically, they're going to revise two parts of the code: 311.02 TOY VEHICLES ON STREETS and 373.08 RIDING ON SIDEWALKS, specifically 373.08 (d). Personally, I've always had a problem with 373.08 (d) because 373 is entitled "Bicycles" but 373.08 (d) is about skateboards and roller skates and soon to include unicycles. If they had asked me about this ordinance change, I would first have recommended that they remove part (d) from 373. (See Bicycle Law .) >>>>>> > >>>>>> > 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 >>>>>> > >>>>>> > >>>>>> > >>>>>> > >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> 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 >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>> >>>>> >>> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >

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Fwd: Pedestrian Safety Board, Feb 6 meeting materials
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

I'm forwarding to you the Pedestrian Safety Board's agenda for their meeting next Monday, 2/6. Please look at VI. a. They're going to try to leverage on-going and planned projects by others to include pedestrian features. They have invited us to join them on this regarding bicycling features. We can discuss this under the grants topic at tonight's meeting. They are going to form groups to review the following (based on our training in PGH, do the Find for "bicycle" or "pedestrian"): 1) the WV Strategic Highway Safety Plan:http://www.transportation.wv.gov/communications/Documents/WestVirginia… 2) capital improvement plans of a) MUB, Verizon, Comcast b) Dominion Hope c) Mon Power d) others? Especially re: street lighting 3) Using the Ped/Bike Benchmarking report to get some media attention:http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberse… 4) Lastly, identify members to serve on (ie, inflitrate) as many boards & commissions as possible. 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: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: February 2, 2012 12:54:45 PM EST > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Michael Graham <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Sera Janson Zegre <sera(a)downstreamstrategies.com> > Subject: Pedestrian Safety Board, Feb 6 meeting materials > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > Fellow advocates...we are on schedule for a Monday, Feb 6th meeting at 4:30 in the public safety building. I look forward to seeing you all! > Agenda & Jan minutes attached for your review prior to the meeting. > Hard copies will be provided. As usual, lots to discuss! > Thanks > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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Fwd: U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood Announces Fourth Round of Funding Under Highly Successful TIGER Program
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

Here's a grant opportunity we can discuss tonight. TIGER IV Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Sara Walfoort" <swalfoort(a)spcregion.org> > Date: February 1, 2012 2:24:17 PM EST > To: <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com>, "Lena Andrews" <LAndrews(a)URA.ORG>, <lbeattie(a)downtownpittsburgh.com>, "Jamin Bogi" <jamin(a)gasp-pgh.org>, <Stephan(a)Riverlifepgh.org>, "Scott Bricker" <scott(a)bike-pgh.org>, <brilhart(a)twpusc.org>, <darla.cravotta(a)alleghenycounty.us>, <deanem(a)cdmsmith.com>, <andrew.dewitt(a)pittsburghpa.gov>, "Dietrich, Carla" <CDietrich(a)mbakercorp.com>, <kayclarke(a)comcast.net>, <greenways(a)ficda.org>, <dandrus(a)beavercountypa.gov>, <rwg(a)mackinengineering.com>, <mgerkey(a)moontwp.com>, <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, <Cgould(a)sustainablepittsburgh.org>, <n0di(a)Yahoo.com>, <Jgrim(a)ceo.co.indiana.pa.us>, "Hannah Hardy" <hhardy(a)pecpa.org>, "Kim Harris" <kharris(a)oilregion.org>, "John Haven" <johnhaven(a)zoominternet.net>, "Heckman, Lynn" <Lynn.Heckman(a)AlleghenyCounty.US>, <hilton(a)clarion.edu>, <cmh140(a)pitt.edu>, <Tkravits(a)state.pa.us>, "Laurie Lafontaine" <trailsrme(a)hughes.net>, <bletrick(a)state.pa.us>, "Rhonda Madden" <Rhonda(a)riverlifepgh.org>, <petermcginty(a)verizon.net>, "Cheryl Moon Sirianni" <Csirriani(a)state.pa.us>, "Stephen Patchan" <Stephen.Patchan(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us>, <Kpower(a)pa.gov>, <Mrainey(a)otma-pgh.org>, <rapp4swissvale(a)gmail.com>, <rhodesdp(a)cdmsmith.com>, "Saunders, Angela" <ansaunders(a)state.pa.us>, <rs2(a)comcast.net>, <joe.shafer(a)cranberrytownship.org>, <james.snow(a)pittsburghpa.gov>, <Kstefani(a)atwic.org>, <theakstj(a)co.washington.pa.us>, <sthompson(a)pashekla.com>, <awiles(a)mackingengineering.com>, "Jakob zumFelde" <jakob(a)wilkinsburgcdc.org> > Cc: "Darren Flusche" <Darren(a)bikeleague.org>, "Brighid O'Keane" <brighid(a)peoplepoweredmovement.org>, "Matt Wempe" <matt(a)bikeleague.org> > Subject: FW: U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood Announces Fourth Round of Funding Under Highly Successful TIGER Program > > Dear Pedestrian-Bicycle Planner, Advocate or Friend; > > First of all, please let me express my thanks for your participation at the Action 2020 pedestrian and bicycle funding event we co-hosted with Bike Pittsburgh a week or so ago. The diversity of participants, viewpoints and priorities made the exercise interesting, and the results meaningful for the entire region. We look forward to building toward implementation of some of the ideas that we heard at that event. > > One of the items I took away from that event was an understanding that SPC could do a better job of letting people know when funding opportunities become available. This sounds like an easy task, but in reality is somewhat challenging, as we don’t always have a full understanding of WHEN an existing program might next be accepting applications for funding; when a new program might emerge; or even whether any given program is relevant to your particular needs, or interests. > > In this context, I send you the following NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY (NOFA) for the TIGER IV Program. In the past, TIGER program funds have been used to fund sustainable, livable projects, many of which include pedestrian and bicycle specific program elements. They have also been used to fund lots of other project types (double stack clearance of the CSX line in western Pennsylvania, for example.) > > My point is, you MIGHT have a project that is eligible under the TIGER IV program. Therefore, I am sending this to you for your review and consideration. However, you should understand that this is a very competitive program, with a very tight application window (pre-applications are due in just a couple of weeks.) > > We received this NOFA late yesterday, or this morning. It was released by the US Department of Transportation yesterday. We are getting this information out to you as quickly as we possibly can, to give you as much time as possible to consider whether you might have a project that could compete under the TIGER IV program. I encourage you to look the information over promptly, due to the tight application deadline. Please also be advised that some projects have, in the past, been “bundled” and have been awarded funding under the TIGER program. So, think in larger terms than just a small stand alone project. Can you combine a local sidewalk project with an economic development initiative? Assemble several communities to tackle a trail connection project? Otherwise think bigger, better, more competitive? > > In the event that I learn anything more about this program, I’ll be sure to pass it on to each of you. > > P.S. My apologies to any of you who may receive this notice more than once. I have not yet fully integrated all my email distribution lists, and there are some folks that I would rather annoy with a second email than risk not sending information to at all. > > Sara > > > Sara Walfoort > Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission > 425 Sixth Avenue, Suite 2500 > Pittsburgh, PA 15219 > (412) 391-5590, ext. 339 > > > ****************************************************************************************************** > DOT 13-12 > Tuesday, January 31, 2012 > Contact: Justin Nisly > Tel.: (202) 366-4570 > > U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood Announces Fourth Round of Funding Under Highly Successful TIGER Program > > Following President Obama's call in his State of the Union address for greater infrastructure investment as part of “An America Built to Last,” U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced the availability of funding for transportation projects under a fourth round of the popular TIGER (Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery) Discretionary Grant program. TIGER 2012 will make $500 million available for surface transportation projects having a significant impact on the nation, a metropolitan area, or region. > > The previous three rounds of the TIGER program provided $2.6 billion to 172 projects in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Demand for the program has been overwhelming, and during the previous three rounds, the Department of Transportation received more than 3,348 applications requesting more than $95 billion for transportation projects across the country. > > “President Obama made clear in his State of the Union address that investing in transportation means putting people back to work, and that’s just what our TIGER program is doing in communities across the country,” said Secretary LaHood. “Americans are demanding investments in highways, ports, commuter rail, streetcars, buses, and high-speed rail. These kinds of projects not only mean a stronger economic future for the U.S., but jobs for Americans today.” > > As in previous rounds, high-speed rail and intercity passenger rail projects remain eligible for funding. TIGER 2012 provides for the possibility of up to $100 million being used toward these projects. TIGER 2012 will also continue to encourage the development of transportation projects in rural areas, providing $120 million for rural transportation projects. > > On November 18, 2011, the President signed the FY 2012 Appropriations Act, which provided $500 million for Department of Transportation infrastructure investments. Like the first three rounds, TIGER 2012 grants are for capital investments in surface transportation infrastructure and are to be awarded on a competitive basis. > > Projects will be evaluated on primary criteria that include safety, economic competitiveness, livability, environmental sustainability, state of repair and short-term job creation. > > Pre-applications are due February 20 and applications are due March 19. You can click here to view the Notice of Funding Availability. > > ### > > > > You are subscribed to DOT News for Department of Transportation. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. > > > > > A Message from Ray LaHood - Every single time someone takes their eyes or their focus off the road – even for just a few seconds – they put their lives and the lives of others in danger. Distracted driving is unsafe, irresponsible and in a split second, its consequences can be devastating. > > > Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please contact support(a)govdelivery.com. All other inquires can be directed todot.comments(a)ost.dot.gov. > > This service is provided to you at no charge by the U.S. Department of Transportation. > > > U.S. Department of Transportation · 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE · Washington DC 20590 · 202-385-HELP (4357) > >

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Fwd: 2012 Fifth Grade National Cycling Poster Contest
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

Saris bike rack company is sponsoring a poster contest for 5th grade students. The poster must contain the words "Bicycling takes me places". This could be an opportunity to get 5th graders interested in cycling or at least aware of it. If you want to pursue this, please contact Stacy Bisker, "A Simple Six" <asimplesix(a)gmail.com> Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "director" <director(a)positivespin.org> > Date: February 1, 2012 4:57:29 PM EST > To: <asimplesix(a)gmail.com>, "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Fw: 2012 Fifth Grade National Cycling Poster Contest > > cc: Frank Gmeindl - chairman Morgantown Bicycle Board > > Ms. Bisker, > Thank you for contacting us about the poster contest. Here in Morgantown, in addition to Positive Spin we have a very active and effective Municipal Bike Board and I am forwarding this to them to see if they are interested in helping distribute it through the school system. At least one of the board members is a teacher. Between us we'll see that this gets distributed in our area. > > Dennis may have also referred you to Kimberly Jo Koram in Parkersburg who is very active in educating and advocating youth cyclists. I'm only able to find her on facebook at the moment, but let me know if you need email or phone no. and I'll look for them. > Thanks again. > Nick > > Nick Hein LCI# 1705 > Director, Positive Spin > 803 East Brockway Ave > Morgantown, WV > ph 304-276-0213 > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: "A Simple Six" <asimplesix(a)gmail.com> > Sent 2/1/2012 11:10:34 AM > To: director(a)POSITIVESPIN.ORG > Subject: 2012 Fifth Grade National Cycling Poster Contest > > Mr. Hein, > > Dennis Strawn forward your contact information to me as part of my efforts to get the word out about the Saris Poster Contest. It seems your organization is the only pedestrian and cycling advocacy group I can find in the state. I am currently researching our options here in Huntington and have been reviewing information on Positive Spin's website. Thank you for all you do, the influence goes beyond Morgantown. > > I was certain you would like to know about this National Contest for Fifth Graders, Bicycling Takes Me Places. I am coordinating the efforts here in WV and would like to ask your assistance in forwarding the attached information and images below to schools, groups and individuals as you see appropriate. I feel this is a great opportunities to educate students and submit for entries that lead to more bicycle racks, bikes and advocacy relationships. > > Thank you for your consideration and assistance. If you have further questions, please feel welcome to contact me. State deadline is March 1. > > Stacy Bisker > > > > > > Fifth Grade National Poster Contest > "Bicycling takes me places" > With spring around the corner it is a great opportunity to get our fifth grade students thinking about the bicycle as a way of getting places (for fun or for transportation). > > > Ask each student to create a poster that reveals his or her understanding of the many different values of bicycling (it is fun, healthy and green). Students should make sure their poster follows the contest rules by using the checklist below. The winners will be selected by a panel of individuals from the Bicycling Industry. > > Contest Rules > 1. Only one winner from each school will be eligible to compete in the State contest. > > 2. Entry must be original artwork created by a student who is currently in the fifth grade. A student may enter the contest only once. > > 3. The student's first and last name must be written or signed in the lower right-hand corner on the back of the poster. > > 4. Design: > > a. Poster may be done in marker, crayon, paint pens, watercolor, ink, acrylic, colored pencil, and/or tempera paint. > > b. Collages are not acceptable. (Do not glue anything on your poster). > > c. Computer or photo generated art and/or printing is not acceptable. > > d. Entries should not display the names of commercial products, companies or organizations. > > 5. Entry must be no smaller than 8Â½ x 11" and no larger than 14 x 18". > > 6. Entry must be done on paper that will allow for duplication, display and framing. > > 7. The poster must be related to the contest theme in some way. The theme "Bicycling takes me places." must be on the poster. All words must be spelled correctly. > > 8. Entry should not be matted, mounted, laminated, framed or folded. Poster may be rolled and mailed in a mailing tube. > > 9. Submit entry by March 1st to your state coordinator. > > 10. A completed entry form must be attached to the back of the winning poster. > > Prizes: > One National Winner > In addition to a bike, light and a helmet one National winner will receive a three day/two night trip for two (parent or guardian and child) to Washington DC during the 2013 National Bike Summit (airfare and lodging included). > > > National winning school will receive bike parking for 20 bikes and The Hub System. The Hub is an active transportation tracking system. The Hub makes it easy, fun, and educational for a school to implement a walking & biking incentive program. Hardware, technology and a web-site gives students an easy way to count their trips; a place to watch the total participation of students; and a piece of cake way to administer the incentives to give to students. > > > thehub.saris.com > > Contest Coordinator will receive $250 > > State Winners > Each state will have the following winners: > > First Place > • Bicycle > • Helmet > • Light > > Second Place > • Helmet > • Light > > Third Place > • Helmet > > > As a result of this activity, students should develop an understanding of: > · Designing a product in light of information given. > > · Explore the causes, consequences and possible solutions to persistent, contemporary and emerging issues. > > · How to act on personal and social issues, develop decision-making skills, and provide them with a foundation on which to base decisions they will face as citizens. > > > Resources for teachers: > www.saferoutesinfo.org > www.bikeleague.org > www.peopleforbikes.org > www.bikesbelong.org > > Submit entry by March 1st. We will accept one poster per school. Please send the winning poster to your state contest coordinator. Find your coordinator here or contact Heather Fortune at hfortune(a)saris.com. > > > Event Sponsors > > > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Fwd: Sidewalk cycling
by director 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

Good morning, I'd think we'll have better success if we propose legislation that's been researched, enacted and shown to be successful - rather than trying to do something original. I've found (what I think is) the full UVC text on the subject at this link: (search for § 11-1209 Bicycles and human powered vehicles on sidewalks) http://bikelaws.org/laws/UVC-model-bike.pdf It legislates behavior (ie "act like a pedestrian", rather than specifying vehicle type) so it is a simple, enforcable and effective way to let everyone know what they should do to be safe. It also fits with the League mantra of acting predictably. In a quick search I found this article with links to laws in all states, and some discussion including a partial citation of the UVC text which forms the basis for Florida law. http://azbikelaw.org/blog/sidewalk-cycling-in-arizona/ Here's the Florida statute that I believe addresses all of the concerns that have been expressed so far. http://www.dot.state.fl.us/safety/ped_bike/laws/ped_bike_bikeLaws1.shtm#Sid… Sidewalk riding (Section 316.2065(10) and (11), F.S.) A person propelling a vehicle by human power upon and along a sidewalk, or across a roadway upon and along a crosswalk, has all the rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian under the same circumstances. Comment: Sidewalks are not designed for bicycle speeds, but a bicycle propelled by human power may be used except where prohibited by local ordinance (e.g. in the central business districts of many cities). No bicycle may be propelled by other than human power on a sidewalk. Although a cyclist riding on a sidewalk has the rights and duties of a pedestrian, he is still a "bicycle rider" and his bicycle is still a "bicycle". Consequently, laws that pertain to required equipment and to carriage of passengers (see above) are still applicable. Since a cyclist riding on a sidewalk does not have the duties (or rights) of a driver, he may ride in either direction. (However, it is safer to ride in the direction of traffic, since drivers do not expect cyclists to come from the other direction at driveways and crosswalks. Crash risk is 3 to 4 times as great for sidewalk riders who ride facing roadway traffic as for sidewalk riders who ride in the direction of traffic.) At a signalized intersection, a sidewalk rider must obey the instructions of any applicable pedestrian control signal. That is, he may start to cross a roadway in a crosswalk only during a steady Walk phase, if one is displayed. If no pedestrian signal is provided, the cyclist may proceed in accordance with the signal indications for the parallel roadway traffic flow (Section 316.075, F.S.). A person propelling a bicycle upon and along a sidewalk, or across a roadway upon and along a crosswalk, shall yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian and shall give an audible signal before overtaking and passing such pedestrian. Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Sent 2/1/2012 7:55:16 AM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Cc: scott.r.ferris(a)gmail.com, "Christiaan Abildso" <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Fwd: Sidewalk cycling Bicycle Board Members, I preparation for our discussion of the unicycle issue, the following link is to the agenda for last night's CC COW meeting. It contains the proposed ordinance amendments: http://www.morgantown.com/agendas/2012/Council-packet-1-31-12.pdf Attached to this message are proposed amendments to Morgantown Code article 373. Bicycles. I have proposed these changes more than once to the BB. We've had some discussion but didn't do anything. Perhaps this is the right time to do something. Frank Begin forwarded message: From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: January 31, 2012 5:44:07 PM EST To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Cc: Christiaan Abildso <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Sidewalk cycling Bicycle Board Members, I met with Terrence at 4 pm today to discuss the city code amendments that were supposed to undergo their first reading at tonight's City Council Committee Of the Whole meeting. Those amendments would essentially ban unicycles from City sidewalks and streets. When Council comes to that item on the agenda, Terrence will tell them that he is not ready to read the amendments because he needs more time to meet with relevant stakeholders on the topic. (Curious: I just went to the City's website to review the proposed amendments that were in the agenda and the agenda's not there anymore.) Terrence asked the Bicycle Board to discuss the issue and to prepare to participate in a meeting with him, Chief Preston, legal counsel and others that have an interest in the topic. He will contact me Friday to set up that meeting. I pointed out that unicycles are not in the Bicycle Board's scope but agreed to take up the subject with the BB and establish recommendations. I guess this could be a ripe banana issue for tomorrow's BB meeting. During our discussion, I emphasized that we need the police to enforce laws that endanger cyclists and to get on board with our effort to educate cyclists as summarized on the police info cards and the CCC business cards. Next week, at 3 pm on Feb. 8, Terrence has a meeting scheduled with Chief Preston to discuss police performance goals and objectives and their budget for the coming year. Terrence invited me to participate in that meeting. On Monday, Feb. 13, Terrence will present his departments' budgets, goals and objectives to a special meeting of City Council. It would be nice if that presentation included goals and objectives that were aligned with ours. What do you think they should be? 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 On Jan 31, 2012, at 4:14 PM, Frank Gmeindl wrote: The unicycle ordinance revisions will not be read tonight. More later. Frank On Jan 31, 2012, at 12:53 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: What's the Bike League's view on what exactly a Unicycle is? A toy? Sidewalk toy? On Tue, Jan 31, 2012 at 12:42 PM, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org> wrote: I have been doing a little research, and according to this article, http://stason.org/TULARC/sports/unicycling/1-6-What-is-a-unicycle-under-the… in California, unicycles are considered pedestrians. In WV, as many of you know, bicycles are defined differently: §17C-1-8. Bicycle. "Bicycle" means every device which does not have a motor attached and which is propelled by human power upon which any person may ride, having two tandem wheels either of which is more than twenty inches in diameter. §17C-1-30. Pedestrian. "Pedestrian" means any person afoot or any person using a wheelchair. However, according to WV's definition, a unicycle isn't a bicycle nor is it a pedestrian. Ofcourse, an adult tricycle isn't a bicycle either .. hmm. However, Ames, Iowa, does allows unicycles everywhere: http://www.cityofames.org/modules/showdocument.aspx?documentid=282 So how should we define Unicycles? I strongly advise that the City not rush to a decision. -Jonathan On 1/31/2012 12:24 PM, Ryan Post wrote: I did reply, first just to Frank then I sent a personal email to the city, asking them to reconsider. I didn’t think opinion on Unicycles pertained to the BB, so I didn’t include the BB. I got a reply back from Preston implying that he thought they should already be banned, and they were merely clarifying the law. To that response, Nutter, who was my advisor and instructor at WVU and who saw me with my unicycle with me a lot, backed me up, asking them to reconsider the ban. I can see Frank’s point about this leading towards enforcement of bicycle on sidewalks, but I don’t think that’s where Preston is going with this, but honestly, I don’t see his point at all. In the event that Terrence is still on our side, and to keep from wasting both of your time, I’d just have you ask Terrance if there’s any new ideas he has that could help us meet our goals better. From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On Behalf Of Gunnar Shogren Sent: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 11:10 AM To: Frank Gmeindl Cc: Bicycle Board Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Sidewalk cycling I'll be interested in hearing what becomes of the meeting. And though I didn't say so earlier, why the sudden "attacks" or "interest" in unicycles? (I thought Ryan would have replied to this...) But having said that, I will note that we saw a Uni on High St.(sidewalk), Thursday (?) evening, I think he was delivering something, and just yesterday I saw a Uni locked outside the new entrance to White Hall. Are these events related? On Tue, Jan 31, 2012 at 9:44 AM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: FYI, I have a meeting with Terrence today at 4 pm (Think of me while you're riding!) For those of us who have short memories, attached is a list of talking points that we developed and provided to Chief Preston in a meeting the week of September 11. I'm sending this because some of you have responded with recommendations that were already in the attached. Namely, Cyclists may perceive that riding on sidewalks is safer that riding on streets. Citing them may cause them to stop riding their bikes and use their cars instead. Before citing sidewalk cyclists, instruct them that they have the same rights to the road as drivers of vehicles and that they must obey the same rules. Direct them to Morgantown’s Confident City Cycling Traffic Skills 101 course to learn to drive their bicycles as vehicles. Distribute the Police Information Cards that the Bicycle Board produced and the Confident City Cycling business cards that have the Five Steps for Better Riding on the back. I thought Chief Preston agreed with this. Perhaps his memory is short, too. Frank Begin forwarded message: From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: January 30, 2012 10:09:10 AM EST To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Cc: Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Sidewalk cycling I tried to schedule a meeting with Terrence but he's out of town today and tomorrow. I propose to send the following message to him by 1 pm today unless you object. Dear Terrence, The proposed amendments of the City code to control unicycles on sidewalks and streets could damage our efforts to reduce traffic congestion and to make Morgantown a Bicycle Friendly Community. Our concern is that those who are bicycling on the sidewalks and get tickets will end up driving cars. The Bicycle Board recognizes that sidewalk bicycling is dangerous to bicyclists as well as to pedestrians. Our approach to getting bicyclists off the sidewalks and onto the streets is to educate them that the law gives them same rights to the road as motorists and subjects them to the same duties. We produced 5,000 police information cards (http://bikemorgantown.com/articles.php?str=2012/01/ticketing-cyclists.html) and gave them to Chief Preston and WVU police for this purpose. We encourage police to give these cards to bicyclists as well as motorists that violate laws that jeopardize bicyclists' safety. Now, I recognize that the subject for Tuesday's Committee of the Whole is unicycles but since one of the code amendments is to article 373. Bicycles, specifically 373.08 Riding on Sidewalks, the discussion is likely to stray from unicycles to bicycling on sidewalks. I explicitly request that you consider our points above if discussion does stray to sidewalk bicycling. Perhaps you could even distribute some police information cards. One element of the procedural guidelines under which the City chartered the Bicycle Board is "review and support the implementation of Article 373 on Bicycles of the Morgantown Municipal Code." We have been working on this for years and have preliminary recommendations for updates but we are not yet ready to propose them to the Traffic Commission. One of those recommendations is to remove 373.08 (d) from 373 since 373.08 (d) has nothing to do with bicycles. Another reason for removing the language of 373.08 (d) from 373 is that doing so would diminish the grouping of bicycles with skateboards, roller skates, and soon, unicycles. We need to recognize that one reason Morgantown residents may choose to bicycle on the sidewalks rather than on the streets is that they perceive the streets to be more dangerous. Until we can educate them that they can ride safely on the streets and until we can make the streets safer for bicycling, e.g. by enforcing laws whose violation endangers cyclists, we could consider amending the 373.08 Riding on Sidewalks to make riding on sidewalks safer for bicyclists and pedestrians. One such measure could be to amend 373.08 to permit bicycling on the sidewalks at a speed no greater than the prevailing speed of pedestrian traffic. I hope that we will discuss this matter before Tuesday Committee of the Whole 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 What say youy? Frank On Jan 30, 2012, at 9:06 AM, Christiaan Abildso wrote: A great idea. I, too, cringe when I see those on sidewalks and fear for their safety, especially if they are novice cyclists. Thanks for including me on the discussion. Christiaan >>> On 1/30/2012 at 8:52 AM, <dspringston(a)gmail.com> wrote: Hey guys, I cringe when I see cyclists riding on the sidewalks, but at the same time I see a potential teaching opportunity to those riding on sidewalks. Is there any way we could allocate some financial resources to make the Traffic Skills 101 class free for those folks we see riding on the sidewalks and encourage the police to recommend the course? What about giving them a ticket or warning with the understanding that attending a Traffic Skills 101 course could release the fee for the ticket? This could create an influx of educated cyclists in a best case scenario! I imagine many folks riding on the sidewalks just aren't aware of the law, and I'd hate to be too harsh on them, even though it is dangerous. After all, they are just as motivated to be out riding as we are. Thanks, ~Derek On Sun, Jan 29, 2012 at 7:49 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: Hugh, I'm certainly not suggesting that we advocate for sidewalk cycling. Cycling on the sidewalk is more dangerous for the cyclist than riding on the roadway. Anyone who's taken Traffic Skills 101 understands why. Our strategy has been to guide sidewalk cyclists from the sidewalks onto the roadway through education. I'm concerned that the extended outcome of Tuesday's meeting could be that those who are bicycling on the sidewalks and get tickets will drive cars. The police information cards that we developed and distributed to both Morgantown and WVU police tell people not to ride on the sidewalk. But, the cards also say that cyclists have the same rights to the roads as motorists and instructs them to drive their bicycles as they would drive vehicles. I wonder how many of those cards the police have given out? I wonder how many citations the police wrote to motorists that pulled out in front of cyclists, passed cyclists when it was unsafe to do so. If you could show me how, I'd like to direct any discussion Tuesday from penalizing sidewalk cyclists to getting more people out of the cars and on bikes on the streets. What do you recommend? Frank On Jan 29, 2012, at 7:03 PM, Hugh Kierig wrote: > Bicycles should not be allowed to be riden on sidewalks in commercial areas. In these instances the present a pedestrian hazard. > Hugh E. Kierig > -----Original Message----- > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Cc: Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > > Sent: 1/29/2012 6:57:09 PM > Subject: [Bikeboard] Sidewalk cycling > > Bicycle Board Members, > > At this Tuesday's meeting, City Council will discuss riding on sidewalks. See Agenda. > > WHAT SHOULD WE DO? We have 2 days to decide. > > Primarily, in response to a request from Chief Preston, they're banning unicycles from sidewalks and streets, effectively banning unicycles. I imagine this will lead to discussing bicycling on sidewalks which I imagine could lead to police ticketing bicyclists who ride on sidewalks. IMO, that won't exactly help us realize our vision of every resident being able to bicycle safely and fearlessly anywhere, anytime for any reason or to achieve our goal of having 1 or every 20 vehicles on Morgantown streets be a bicycle by 2020. > > I would like to turn this around from being negative to some kind of positive action to support our vision, goal, objectives and recommended action but I don't know how. Ideas? > > Specifically, they're going to revise two parts of the code: 311.02 TOY VEHICLES ON STREETS and 373.08 RIDING ON SIDEWALKS, specifically 373.08 (d). Personally, I've always had a problem with 373.08 (d) because 373 is entitled "Bicycles" but 373.08 (d) is about skateboards and roller skates and soon to include unicycles. If they had asked me about this ordinance change, I would first have recommended that they remove part (d) from 373. (See Bicycle Law .) > > 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 > > > > _______________________________________________ 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. 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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Fwd: Sidewalk cycling
by Aira Loren Burkhart 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

I really like Nick's suggestion to change the law to allow vehicles "behaving as pedestrians" etc in accordance with other cities. This change would leave a lot of interpretation to the police officers, but I'm sure they can handle it with some training and possibly pointing the radar gun at cyclists who appear to be cycling at faster than walking pace on the sidewalk. aira

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Re: [Bikeboard] Sidewalk cycling
by Hugh Kierig 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

Bicycles should not be allowed to be riden on sidewalks in commercial areas. In these instances the present a pedestrian hazard. Hugh E. Kierig -----Original Message----- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Cc: Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Sent: 1/29/2012 6:57:09 PM Subject: [Bikeboard] Sidewalk cycling Bicycle Board Members, At this Tuesday's meeting, City Council will discuss riding on sidewalks. See Agenda. WHAT SHOULD WE DO? We have 2 days to decide. Primarily, in response to a request from Chief Preston, they're banning unicycles from sidewalks and streets, effectively banning unicycles. I imagine this will lead to discussing bicycling on sidewalks which I imagine could lead to police ticketing bicyclists who ride on sidewalks. IMO, that won't exactly help us realize our vision of every resident being able to bicycle safely and fearlessly anywhere, anytime for any reason or to achieve our goal of having 1 or every 20 vehicles on Morgantown streets be a bicycle by 2020. I would like to turn this around from being negative to some kind of positive action to support our vision, goal, objectives and recommended action but I don't know how. Ideas? Specifically, they're going to revise two parts of the code: 311.02 TOY VEHICLES ON STREETS and 373.08 RIDING ON SIDEWALKS, specifically 373.08 (d). Personally, I've always had a problem with 373.08 (d) because 373 is entitled "Bicycles" but 373.08 (d) is about skateboards and roller skates and soon to include unicycles. If they had asked me about this ordinance change, I would first have recommended that they remove part (d) from 373. (See Bicycle Law .) 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] Unicycles on sidewalks/streets
by Frank Gmeindl 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

Dear Mr. Ferris, I know this is short notice but if you can, please attend the Bicycle Board's regular monthly meeting tomorrow (Thursday) night at 6:30 pm in the Public Safety Center Conference Room. Attached is the agenda. Since the attached agenda was created a week ago, you won't see the unicycle topic on it. However, we will address the unicycle issue under topic #5, ripe bananas at 6:48 pm. 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 On Jan 31, 2012, at 8:13 PM, Wesley Nugent wrote: > Dear Roy and Frank, > > At the Committee of the Whole meeting on January 31, the issue of unicycles riding on streets and sidewalks was referred with Council consensus to the Bike Board for further investigation. Once the Bike Board has explored the issue, It's requested that recommendations be presented to the Traffic Commission for consideration and afterward have the Traffic Commission forward recommendations to Council for full consideration. > > Mr. Scott Ferris, whom I've included on this correspondence, is interested in working with the Bike Board on this issue. > > Please work with the City Manager's office to receive additional information and direction in this regard. > > Thanks in advance for your assistance. > > Sincerely, > Wes > > -- > Wesley "Wes" Nugent > Morgantown City Councilor > Connect online @ WNugent.com > > Confidentiality Notice: This email, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is 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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Fwd: Unicycles on sidewalks/streets
by Frank Gmeindl 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

Anyone know who Scott Ferris is? Begin forwarded message: > From: Wesley Nugent <wes(a)wnugent.com> > Date: January 31, 2012 8:13:01 PM EST > To: Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Cc: scott.r.ferris(a)gmail.com, "Terrence R. Moore ICMA-CM" <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, City Council <CityCouncil(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Unicycles on sidewalks/streets > > Dear Roy and Frank, > > At the Committee of the Whole meeting on January 31, the issue of unicycles riding on streets and sidewalks was referred with Council consensus to the Bike Board for further investigation. Once the Bike Board has explored the issue, It's requested that recommendations be presented to the Traffic Commission for consideration and afterward have the Traffic Commission forward recommendations to Council for full consideration. > > Mr. Scott Ferris, whom I've included on this correspondence, is interested in working with the Bike Board on this issue. > > Please work with the City Manager's office to receive additional information and direction in this regard. > > Thanks in advance for your assistance. > > Sincerely, > Wes > > -- > Wesley "Wes" Nugent > Morgantown City Councilor > Connect online @ WNugent.com > > Confidentiality Notice: This email, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is 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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Unicycles
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Jan '12

30 Jan '12

Dear Terrence, The proposed amendments of the City code to control unicycles on sidewalks and streets could damage our efforts to reduce traffic congestion and to make Morgantown a Bicycle Friendly Community. Our concern is that those who are bicycling on the sidewalks and get tickets will end up driving cars. The Bicycle Board recognizes that sidewalk bicycling is dangerous to bicyclists as well as to pedestrians. Our approach to getting bicyclists off the sidewalks and onto the streets is to educate them that the law gives them same rights to the road as motorists and subjects them to the same duties. We produced 5,000 police information cards (http://bikemorgantown.com/articles.php?str=2012/01/ticketing-cyclists.html) and gave them to Chief Preston and WVU police for this purpose. We encourage police to give these cards to bicyclists as well as motorists that violate laws that jeopardize bicyclists' safety. Now, I recognize that the subject for Tuesday's Committee of the Whole is unicycles but since one of the code amendments is to article 373. Bicycles, specifically 373.08 Riding on Sidewalks, the discussion is likely to stray from unicycles to bicycling on sidewalks. I explicitly request that you consider our points above if discussion does stray to sidewalk bicycling. Perhaps you could even distribute some police information cards. One element of the procedural guidelines under which the City chartered the Bicycle Board is "review and support the implementation of Article 373 on Bicycles of the Morgantown Municipal Code." We have been working on this for years and have preliminary recommendations for code updates but we are not yet ready to propose them to the Traffic Commission. One of those recommendations is to remove 373.08 (d) from 373 since 373.08 (d) has nothing to do with bicycles. Another reason for removing the language of 373.08 (d) from 373 is that doing so would diminish the grouping of bicycles with skateboards, roller skates, and soon, unicycles. We need to recognize that one reason residents may choose to bicycle on the sidewalks rather than on the streets is that they perceive the streets to be more dangerous. Until we can educate them that they can ride safely on the streets and until we can make the streets safer for bicycling, e.g. by enforcing laws whose violation endangers cyclists, we could consider amending the 373.08 Riding on Sidewalks to make riding on sidewalks safer for bicyclists and pedestrians. One such measure could be to amend 373.08 to permit bicycling on the sidewalks at a speed no greater than the prevailing speed of pedestrian traffic. I hope that we will discuss this matter before Tuesday's Committee of the Whole 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

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Re: [Bikeboard] Sidewalk cycling
by director 30 Jan '12

30 Jan '12

Frank, et al, At one time it was possible to find the Uniform Vehicle Code (UVC) online and as near as I can remember it had language to the effect of... Safety is determined by operator behavior rather than conveyance. If a cyclist rides on the sidewalk at pedestrian speeds, aware of and yielding to pedestrians, then there will be no difference in safety than if he were a pedestrian. I thought that seemed pretty sensible, and it agreed with my experience. If one of our transportation professionals has access to the UVC please look this up and verify it. If that language is still in there I recommend that any new law be modeled on this language for these 2 reasons... - It will guide cyclists and pedestrians in safe behavior - It is enforcable and justifiable - It is based on a national criteria that might be followed by other municipalities, instead of the current nutty patchwork of vigilante sidewalk laws that are impractical to know and often selectively enforced. Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Sent 1/29/2012 6:57:09 PM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Cc: "Christiaan Abildso" <christiaan.abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> Subject: [Bikeboard] Sidewalk cycling Bicycle Board Members, At this Tuesday's meeting, City Council will discuss riding on sidewalks. See Agenda. WHAT SHOULD WE DO? We have 2 days to decide. Primarily, in response to a request from Chief Preston, they're banning unicycles from sidewalks and streets, effectively banning unicycles. I imagine this will lead to discussing bicycling on sidewalks which I imagine could lead to police ticketing bicyclists who ride on sidewalks. IMO, that won't exactly help us realize our vision of every resident being able to bicycle safely and fearlessly anywhere, anytime for any reason or to achieve our goal of having 1 or every 20 vehicles on Morgantown streets be a bicycle by 2020. I would like to turn this around from being negative to some kind of positive action to support our vision, goal, objectives and recommended action but I don't know how. Ideas? Specifically, they're going to revise two parts of the code: 311.02 TOY VEHICLES ON STREETS and 373.08 RIDING ON SIDEWALKS, specifically 373.08 (d). Personally, I've always had a problem with 373.08 (d) because 373 is entitled "Bicycles" but 373.08 (d) is about skateboards and roller skates and soon to include unicycles. If they had asked me about this ordinance change, I would first have recommended that they remove part (d) from 373. (See Bicycle Law .) 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Sidewalk cycling
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Jan '12

29 Jan '12

Bicycle Board Members, At this Tuesday's meeting, City Council will discuss riding on sidewalks. See Agenda. WHAT SHOULD WE DO? We have 2 days to decide. Primarily, in response to a request from Chief Preston, they're banning unicycles from sidewalks and streets, effectively banning unicycles. I imagine this will lead to discussing bicycling on sidewalks which I imagine could lead to police ticketing bicyclists who ride on sidewalks. IMO, that won't exactly help us realize our vision of every resident being able to bicycle safely and fearlessly anywhere, anytime for any reason or to achieve our goal of having 1 or every 20 vehicles on Morgantown streets be a bicycle by 2020. I would like to turn this around from being negative to some kind of positive action to support our vision, goal, objectives and recommended action but I don't know how. Ideas? Specifically, they're going to revise two parts of the code: 311.02 TOY VEHICLES ON STREETS and 373.08 RIDING ON SIDEWALKS, specifically 373.08 (d). Personally, I've always had a problem with 373.08 (d) because 373 is entitled "Bicycles" but 373.08 (d) is about skateboards and roller skates and soon to include unicycles. If they had asked me about this ordinance change, I would first have recommended that they remove part (d) from 373. (See Bicycle Law .) 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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Critical vote for West Virginia's representatives
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Jan '12

29 Jan '12

Please urge our representative, David McKinley to support the amendment which will protect Transportation Enhancements and Safe Routes to School. Take Action here: http://capwiz.com/lab/issues/alert/?alertid=60787356&PROCESS=Take+Action TE is the fund that supported our education program. SRTS is a high priority SRTS recommendation in our Bicycle Plan. On Thursday, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is going to vote on an amendment to preserve Transportation Enhancements and Safe Routes to School. Please see this blog post for more background http://blog.bikeleague.org/blog/2012/01/house-bill-threatens-to-eliminate-b…. In addition, Rep. Rahall, http://www.rahall.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=91 is the ranking member of the T&I committee and his vote could make or break the outcome of the amendment vote (it could also sway others’ votes). It is very, very important that he hears from his constituents. Help spread the word to people living in Rep. Rahall’s district 3 or, as I did, write him. (I just copied the message that LAB has at the link ahead.) Congresswoman Capito (WV-2) also has an important vote (but I couldn't figure out how to send her an e-mail). If you have any questions, please follow up with Darren Flusche at LAB Darren Flusche <Darren(a)bikeleague.org> or Caron Whitaker at America Bikes Caron Whitaker <caron(a)americabikes.org>. This is an issue that has wide ranging impacts for safety, health, transportation, and beyond. Frank

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Complete Streets legislation
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Jan '12

29 Jan '12

This is a WV bill that would require municipalities and the WVDOH to create Complete Streets. http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4074%20in… Frank

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Agenda for this Thursday's BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Jan '12

28 Jan '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, a suggested agenda for this Thursday's BB meeting. If you'd like any changes, please reply-to-all. 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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Fwd: Take action now - save funding for bicycle programs
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Jan '12

28 Jan '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Colin Dierman" <colin(a)wamsleycycles.com> > Date: January 28, 2012 9:59:25 AM EST > To: <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Fw: Take action now - save funding for bicycle programs > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: "John Burke - Trek Bicycle" <john_burke(a)trekbikes.com> > Sent 1/27/2012 5:00:00 PM > To: colin(a)wamsleycycles.com > Subject: Take action now - save funding for bicycle programs > > Contact your state representative today to help save funding > > Login to dexdealer.com > View this email in your browser > Trek Retailers, > > Over the past ten years many Trek retailers have made a difference in helping to make America a bicycle friendly country. We’ve made a lot of progress, but we have a long way to go. Unfortunately, as a movement, we are facing some real challenges in Washington. Next Thursday, the House Transportation Committee is voting on the American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act, a bill that eliminates crucial funding for biking and walking. We stand to lose $1.2 billion and over 3000 potential bike and pedestrian projects, including Safe Routes to School programs. > > I need your help to preserve these dedicated biking and walking infrastructure funds. > > What should you do? > > 1. Pick up the phone and contact your elected official. Find their number here. > 2. Send an email to your elected official. Find their email here. > 3. Send your customers an email asking them to also contact their representative. > 4. Ask your fans and followers on Facebook and Twitter to take action. > > Your message can be as simple as this… > > My name is Jim Smith and I am the owner of Jim’s Bike Shop in Madison Wisconsin. I’m contacting you today to asking you to protect the dedicated pedestrian and bicycle funding in the new American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act. > > This bill is expected to eliminate the two largest programs that fund bicycling and walking infrastructure—Transportation Enhancements and Safe Routes to School. Without these programs, communities in our district and all over the country will lose access to resources to build the facilities that keep people safe. > > Bicycling and walking are critical to keeping our communities moving with healthy, safe, and accessible transportation options. > > As a small business owner in your district the success of my business is directly affected by the quality and the amount of safe bicycle infrastructure. > > Biking and walking make up 12 percent of all trips, but only 1.5 percent of federal funding. > > And bicycling is good for health and the environment. > > Thank you for your support. > Jim from Jims Bike Shop > Madison, WI > > A call will only take five minutes out of your day, but it could be the difference between no funding and a billion dollars in funding. > > When you call your representative’s office, you will most likely get voicemail or talk to the representative’s staff member. That is okay. Still leave the message. Every call counts. It is vital that every Trek Retailer step up and make a call. > > Your phone call matters. Last year, when the Transportation extension was at risk, Bikes Belong called upon 20,000 California residents through the peopleforbikes.org campaign. They were each asked to contact Senator Pelosi and ask for her support of dedicated bicycle infrastructure funding. Within 48 hours they had over 2,000 calls to her office. 48 hours later Senator Pelosi called press conference and publicly announced her support of the bicycle funding. This new multi-year bill is critical. We need every representative to hear from their constituents. > > After you call, please send me a note. I am a firm believer in what gets measured gets done. We have 1500 Trek retailers across the country. My goal is to get 500 business owners to make the call by next Tuesday. > > Thank you, > John Burke > > Click here for more information regarding the American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act. > Update your preferences for Trek Bicycle emails. > This email was sent to: colin(a)wamsleycycles.com > Trek Bicycle | 801 W. Madison St. | Waterloo, WI 53594 | United States > ©1995-2011 Trek Bicycle Corporation. All rights reserved. > > > >

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Fwd: Transportation plan
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Jan '12

27 Jan '12

Bicycle Board Members, FYI. I sent the message below to Mon Bike Club and Country Roads Cyclists. Please attend the meetings and advocate for the Bicycle Plan. I'm planning to at least attend the Wednesday meeting at South Middle School since it's close to my house. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: January 23, 2012 10:14:23 AM EST > To: monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com, CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com > Subject: Fwd: Transportation plan > > Wednesday, Jan. 25 South Middle School, 7-9 pm > Thursday, Jan. 26 North Elementary School, 7-9 pm > > Please attend one or both of these meetings and tell planners what bicyclists need. > > In City, County and State government, we now have officials that are more receptive to bicycling than we've had in my 38 years here. If we show up and tell them what we need, they will put it in the transportation and land use plans. To be sure, they will get plenty of input from non-cyclists. Like racing, we can't win if we don't show up. > > If you don't know what to say, tell them to implement the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan, http://db.tt/2NaSlSZ4 . Or, choose something you like from it and advocate for that. > > Today's Dominion Post had this editorial about it: http://tinyurl.com/7yr5qku . > And, this article about it (note, two pages): http://tinyurl.com/7grzq2k AND http://tinyurl.com/7pcg28e . > > 4ank > > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >> Date: January 11, 2012 10:53:29 PM EST >> To: monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com, CRcyclists(a)googlegroups.com >> Subject: Transportation plan >> >> The Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization is developing a transportation plan for our area. The attached flier describes meetings that they've scheduled for Jan. 25 and 26 to get public input. This is a chance for cyclists to tell planners how to make our transportation system good for bicyclists. >> >> 4ank >> > >

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Bicycle Plan presentation to Council postponed to 2/28
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

Bicycle Board Members, The presentation of the Bicycle Plan to City Council at its committee of the whole meeting will be February 28 instead of January 31. I'm not sure why the date change but it could be that I misunderstood Terrence when we set it up Jan. 4. Here's the current plan: Feb. 13: The City Manager's office will send advance copies of the plan and presentation to Council Feb. 17: Submit Bicycle Friendly Community award application to LAB stating that the bicycle plan will be reviewed by Council 2/28. (I'm going to press to submit it ASAP now.) Feb. 28: Deliver presentation to City Council at committee of the whole. If you've contacted your councilor, please continue working with him or her but let him or her know that the presentation will be Feb. 28, not Jan. 31. I'm sorry for the confusion. 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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Fwd: WV 705 Connector (Mileground Widening Project)
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

Bicycle Board Members, FYI, I submitted the following (not on behalf of the BB but just myself): > Comments submitted to Greg Bailey, WVDOH January 24, 2012 > > I'm writing on the WV 705 Connector project as a Morgantown bicyclist and pedestrian. After having attended the January 24, 2012 public meeting at Easton Elementary School as well as previous meetings on this project, I offer the following recommendations. > > 1. Install roundabout at Mileground/Airport Blvd. intersection. This roundabout will enable continuous flow on Mileground between and around the roundabouts. > > 2.Install mountable median instead of currently preferred center turn lane. Center turn lane (suicide lane) crash statistics prove that center turn lanes are extremely dangerous and unjustifiable in any modern design. > > 3. Post speed limit at 35 mph or less. > > 4. Install R4-11 Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs throughout the corridor. > > 5. Install sidewalk on the north side of Easton Hill to enable pedestrians from the West Run Valley to walk to Mileground. > > 6. Install sidewalk on east side of 705 between Mileground and Chestnut Ridge Rd. to enable pedestrians to walk between Mileground and Suncrest Town Center. (Rudimentary bicyclist and pedestrian connections between Suncrest Town Center and WVU Research Park, Monongalia General Hospital and businesses in Suncrest currently exist and justify pedestrian connection of Mileground to the Chestnut Ridge Rd. area.) > > I appreciate your fair consideration of these recommendations. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: January 25, 2012 8:46:15 AM EST > To: 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>, "Henry, Adam" <Adam.Henry(a)mail.wvu.edu>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, "Gmeindl, Frank" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Andrea Soccorsi <Andrea.Soccorsi(a)Mail.WVU.edu>, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ken Martis <kmartis(a)wvu.edu>, Margaret Roberts <Margaretormike(a)aol.com>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Trevor Lloyd <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: WV 705 Connector (Mileground Widening Project) > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > Attached is the handout from DOH's public meeting concerning the 705 Connector project. At the back of the handout is a form for comments. Comments can also be made by visiting the link below: > > http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/engineering/comment/wv705connecto… > > The DOH will be accepting comments until Friday, February 24, 2012. > > 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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Morgantown Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, a draft presentation of the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan to the City Council that is schedule for January 31. Please review it and reply to all with comments to improve it or your concurrence with it. I currently contains 9 short slides that I think I can present in the 5-minutes I expect to have to present it. The attached is in ppt format. Please let me know if you have any trouble opening it. I'll work with you to get it to you in a format that you can view it. 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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League of American Bicyclists Bike Summit coming March
by director 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

Good morning, Just a reminder that the early registration deadline for the League's Bike Summit is coming soon. This is a great opportunity to learn from other cyclists who are having success in their cities - find out what works and who can help. You'll also get to meet your lawmakers, connect with great people and get yourself charged up for the coming year of advocacy. I really can't say enough good things about this, and if there's any way you can make it you should. Hope to see you there. Nick http://www.bikeleague.org/conferences/summit12/index.php Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Fwd: Feb. Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please review the attached BB report to the TC and reply if you see any opportunities for improvement. I have already submitted it since it is due today but I could change it when I present it next Wednesday. 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: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: January 25, 2012 11:49:52 AM EST > To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > Subject: Re: Feb. Traffic Commission Meeting > > Damien, > > Please find attached, 2 files: 20120201Report_to_TC.doc and MBPpresToCC20120131v02.pdf . The .doc is the BB report to the TC. The .pdf is the presentation of the Bicycle Plan to the City Council. (I made the presentation a pdf showing 6 slides/page to save paper.) > > Frank > > > On Jan 24, 2012, at 12:19 AM, Damien Davis wrote: > >> All, >> >> It's that time of the month again. If you have any items for the agenda please email me by close of business Wednesday. 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: For Mileground Meeting-Comparison w/Patteson
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: January 24, 2012 12:30:57 PM EST > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Michael Graham <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Sera Janson Zegre <sera(a)downstreamstrategies.com> > Subject: For Mileground Meeting-Comparison w/Patteson > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > Many thanks to Damien in the City Engineer's office for information about Patteson Drive, see below and attached. 17% of City accidents on that 1.6 mile stretch of road > The Mileground could very easily become the Patteson/Chestnut Ridge corridor...4 lanes & turn lane, many access points and many conflicts. > > Additionally, there were 12 pedestrian-vehicle accidents on that corridor from mid 2005 to mid 2010; that represents 13% of the 95 accidents in the City during that time frame. > Thanks to Michael Graham for putting together the map which we can reference quickly: http://www.communitywalk.com/accidents/map/942917 > > Is that the type of road we want...dangerous by design? > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > To: walkmgw(a)yahoo.com > Sent: Tuesday, January 24, 2012 10:25 AM > Subject: Fwd: Re: Feb. Traffic Commission Meeting > >>> On 1/24/2012 at 9:36 AM, <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> wrote: > Christiaan,I was going to present this at the meeting tonight but since you're offering here is the info. Between 6-19-2008 and 12-11-2011 the crashes on Patteson, Van Voohis and Chestnut Ridge Rd (1.6 miles, all of it 5 lanes) between Mon Blvd to the City Limits (by Sheetz) represent 17% of all the accidents in the City. > Head on collisions - 13 > Angle (Front to Side) Opposite Direction - 57 > Angle (Front to Side) Same Direction - 28 > Angle - Direction Not Specified - 17 > Right Angle - 108 > Sideswipe, Opposite Direction - 13 > Sideswipe, Same Direction - 47 > Rear End - 381 > Single Vehicle Crash - 20 > Rear-to-Side - 1 > Grand Total of Accidents - 685 > > I've attached a map also. > > 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 > From: "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.orgSent: Tuesday, January 24, 2012 9:13:15 AMSubject: Re: Feb. Traffic Commission Meeting > Damien - > Do you have a quick summary list of vehicle accidents in Morgantown? I'd like to recommend at the Mileground meeting this evening that they not turn the MG into Patteson/Chestnut Ridge Road because that is one of the most dangerous designs...but I would like to have some data. > Thanks > Christiaan >

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Fwd: Complete Streets legislation, AARP, DOH
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Terrence, Roy, The Bicycle Board thanks the Pedestrian Safety Board for composing such a compelling, comprehensive and concise letter urging our legislature to enact Complete Streets legislation. We strongly encourage the City's sending it to our delegates. As you know, Complete Streets is a high priority recommended action in the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan. 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 > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > To: Terrence Moore <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org>; Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Cc: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Bill Byrne <citycouncilward6(a)cityofmorgantown.org>; Jennifer Selin <citycouncilward4(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Tuesday, January 24, 2012 9:41 AM > Subject: Re: Complete Streets legislation, AARP, DOH > > All - > To follow-up on last night's email. Please find attached some text for a letter that I would like to see the TC, City Mgr, and Coucil or Mayor sign and send to our delegates and senators (and/or the leadership of the committees that will make or break the bill), especially our Delegate Pasdon, who serves on the House Roads & Transportation Committee (http://www.legis.state.wv.us/committees/house/HouseCommittee.cfm?Chart=rt); leadership on that committee includes > Delegate Staggers - Chair > Delegate Phillips, L. - Vice-Chair (***She is a co-sponsor of the bill) > Delegate Cowles - Minority Chair > Delegate Evans - Minority Vice-Chair > > Finance Committee includes Delegate Guthrie (sponsor of the bill) and our Delegate Marshall (co-sponsor of the bill); (http://www.legis.state.wv.us/committees/house/HouseCommittee.cfm?Chart=fin); leadership includes > Delegate White - Chair > Delegate Campbell, T. - Vice-Chair > Delegate Anderson - Minority Chair > Delegate Carmichael - Minority Vice-Chair > Feel free to contact me with any questions. This is time sensitive, though I don't have an exact date. I'll find out. > Could it be taken up at next week's committee of the whole meeting? > Remember, the state AARP is lobbying hard for this bill as well. > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > To: Terrence Moore <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org>; Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Cc: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > Sent: Monday, January 23, 2012 9:07 PM > Subject: Complete Streets legislation, AARP, DOH > > Roy & Terrence - > Bill Reger-Nash and I had an excellent conversation Thursday with Delegates Guthrie (Kanawha), Marshall (our own), Poore (Kanawha), and Phillips (Wyoming); and the director, associate director, and lobbyists for the state AARP. The AARP folks were happily surprised that DOT Sec Mattox was positive about the CS legislation (HB 2316, very brief, see URL below): > http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Bill_Status/bills_history.cfm?year=2012&sessio… > > We may be asked to return for a dinner meeting with some Roads & Transportation and Finance committee members the day prior to the bill being voted on in Charleston. The AARP folks believe that all support to legislators will help. Further, a DOH employee indicated that one of the DOH's potential barriers to CS legislation is that it will "cost more" (hooey because of costly rebuilds, accidents, etc add to direct and indirect costs). Thus, letters of support from the City Manager, Traffic Commission, and/or City Council/Mayor would help. > > Please let me know how we may all proceed together or separately. > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > > >

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Bike Sharing systems get people biking in cities
by director 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

For your reading enjoyment. http://www.treehugger.com/bikes/bike-sharing-its-global-city-cyclings-gatew… Nick, aka Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Fwd: Long range Transportation Plan Meetings
by Hugh Kierig 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

All: There was an error in the locations of the meetings that is corrected below. I apologize for any confusion. Hugh E. Kierig, AICP, Director Department of Transportation and Parking West Virginia University Post Office Box 6561 1112 Van Voorhis Morgantown, West Virginia 26506 304-293-9095 (o) 304-293-3939 (f) >>> Hugh Kierig 1/17/2012 2:19 PM >>> Dear Morgantown Bicycle Board Member: In the next few months Morgantown, Star City, and Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization will engage in an unprecedented effort to develop a shared vision for the future of the region. The vision will become the foundation for Morgantown and Star City’s comprehensive plans and for the region’s Long Range Transportation Plan. The first step in building that vision consists of two Idea Gathering meetings. this is a perfect opportunity to interject into the plan many of the recommendations of the recently concluded Bicycle Plan. The purpose of these meetings is to identify the ideas, principles, and goals that will mold the area’s future. The best way to make sure that the issues and ideas you care about are part of the vision is to participate in one of these meetings. The meetings will be held January 25th at South Middle School and January 26th at North Elementary School. Both meetings begin at 7 PM. Share this email and the invitation flyer with your friends, co-workers, and with members of any organization you may belong to. I hope to see you at the meetings. Sincerely, Hugh E. Kierig, AICP, Director Department of Transportation and Parking West Virginia University Post Office Box 6561 1112 Van Voorhis Morgantown, West Virginia 26506 304-293-9095 (o) 304-293-3939 (f)

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Re: [Bikeboard] Long range Transportation Plan Meetings
by Chip Wamsley 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

To all, I hope everyone on the bike board attends one of these meetings--we might be more effective in getting our message heard, if we split up into different focus groups and don't stick together. Keep this in mind. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Jonathan Rosenbaum" <freesource(a)cheat.org> Sent 1/17/2012 3:22:01 PM To: "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu> Cc: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Long range Transportation Plan Meetings Hugh, just so there is no confusion, you wrote the names of the schools backwards, by exchanging North for South, therefor providing different dates, but the flyer does have the correct names as "North Elementary School" and "South Middle School", and it provides the date of the 25th for South Middle School, and the 26th for North Elementary School. -Jonathan On 1/17/2012 2:19 PM, Hugh Kierig wrote: Dear Morgantown Bicycle Board Member: In the next few months Morgantown, Star City, and Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization will engage in an unprecedented effort to develop a shared vision for the future of the region. The vision will become the foundation for Morgantown and Star City’s comprehensive plans and for the region’s Long Range Transportation Plan. The first step in building that vision consists of two Idea Gathering meetings. this is a perfect opportunity to interject into the plan many of the recommendations of the recently concluded Bicycle Plan. The purpose of these meetings is to identify the ideas, principles, and goals that will mold the area’s future. The best way to make sure that the issues and ideas you care about are part of the vision is to participate in one of these meetings. The meetings will be held January 25th at North Middle School and January 26th at South Elementary School. Both meetings begin at 7 PM. Share this email and the invitation flyer with your friends, co-workers, and with members of any organization you may belong to. I hope to see you at the meetings. Sincerely, Hugh E. Kierig, AICP, Director Department of Transportation and Parking West Virginia University Post Office Box 6561 1112 Van Voorhis Morgantown, West Virginia 26506 304-293-9095 (o) 304-293-3939 (f) _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Morgantown Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

Colin, Thanks for your encouraging response. Sometimes limited exposure enables a unique perspective. I'm glad you joined the Bicycle Boar and value your participation. If city council denies the Bicycle Plan, we will find out why and make adjustments until we can move forward. We can always accomplish something positive for cycling even if it's not exactly what we have in the plan now. Frank On Jan 13, 2012, at 10:45 AM, Colin Dierman wrote: > Good Morning Frank, i reviewed your presentation and with the limited exposure i have to this process, it looks good. What happens if council denies the plan? Not that i think they would, just curious...colin > > > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Sent 1/12/2012 2:58:43 PM > To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > Subject: [Bikeboard] Morgantown Bicycle Plan > > Bicycle Board Members, > > Please find attached, a draft presentation of the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan to the City Council that is schedule for January 31. Please review it and reply to all with comments to improve it or your concurrence with it. I currently contains 9 short slides that I think I can present in the 5-minutes I expect to have to present it. > > The attached is in ppt format. Please let me know if you have any trouble opening it. I'll work with you to get it to you in a format that you can view it. > > 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 > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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January Bicycle Board Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 16 Jan '12

16 Jan '12

Attached, please find the January BB minutes. Hope you all had a pleasant Martin Luther King Day. Betsy Shogren

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MEBEP Final Report
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Jan '12

16 Jan '12

BB Education Team members, Please make the MEBEP final report compelling to funding agencies to give us more money. In Dropbox at http://db.tt/GECf1Z5D, please find a first draft of the Morgantown Effective Bicycling Education Program final report. I think I've done a fair job of documenting what we've done but I need your help to make the report compel granting agencies to give us more money to continue the education component of our bicycle plan. Don't let the size of the document scare you. It's mostly pictures. I would appreciate your reviewing the whole report and indicating anything I missed or anything to make it better. I think the Executive Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations sections are particularly weak. I especially need your help in those sections. Please reply to all. The sooner, the better. It would be nice to have this finalized before we go before City Council January 31. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Morgantown Bicycle Plan
by Chip Wamsley 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

Frank, It looks good. Leaving the cost estimates open is good, as we can waste too much time developing cost estimates that will most likely be outdated by the time council is ready to implement them. I don't think that will hinder getting future funding. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 1/12/2012 10:01:00 PM To: "Chet Parsons" <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> Cc: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Morgantown Bicycle Plan On Jan 12, 2012, at 9:54 PM, Chet Parsons wrote: I approve doing things however Terrence wants to proceed. Thanks, Chet! Terrence is very receptive and rational. If the BB recommends an alternative approach, on behalf of the BB, I would present it to him as long as I had a good rationale and BB consensus. Thanks for all the hard work Frank! You're so welcome! Thanks for the acknowledgement! Chet On Thu, Jan 12, 2012 at 9:48 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: On Jan 12, 2012, at 3:46 PM, Graber, Stephen wrote: I will try to find time to consider this in more detail but the thing I wondered about right off the bat is whether or not Council would want a list of what's been implemented and what still needs to be implemented. None of the proposed actions have been implemented. Have all Council members seen the plan? Wes Nugent by virtue of his being the City Council member on the Traffic Commission received the Plan. I have not sent it to any other councilors. When I discussed the presentation with Terrence, who agreed to join me in delivering the presentation, he said that we would hand out hard copies of the plan to the councilors during the presentation. DOES THE BICYCLE BOARD RECOMMEND OTHERWISE? Getting money to do these things is going to be the problem so giving them some idea of the scope of the initiatives might be useful from their perspective. As stated in the presentation, the Plan classifies the actions as Policy/Administration and Construction and classifies the Construction actions as Large and Small. The presentation also states that cost estimates still have to be developed. ------------------------------------------- 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)cheat.org [bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org] On Behalf Of Frank Gmeindl [fgmeindl(a)gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2012 2:58 PM To: Bicycle Board Subject: [Bikeboard] Morgantown Bicycle Plan Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, a draft presentation of the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan to the City Council that is schedule for January 31. Please review it and reply to all with comments to improve it or your concurrence with it. I currently contains 9 short slides that I think I can present in the 5-minutes I expect to have to present it. The attached is in ppt format. Please let me know if you have any trouble opening it. I'll work with you to get it to you in a format that you can view it. 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Crossroads for Morgantown Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety-public health issue
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

Perhaps someone with an in at NIOSH could introduce Cammie to Confident City Cycling? Any volunteers? Begin forwarded message: > From: "Reger-Nash, Bill" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > Date: January 13, 2012 1:32:49 PM EST > To: "Menendez, Cammie Chaumont (CDC/NIOSH/DSR)" <fxf8(a)cdc.gov> > Cc: Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com>, "Reger-Nash, Bill" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Nutter, Roy" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Crossroads for Morgantown Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety-public health issue > > Cammie, > > Thank you for your response. Indeed bicycle safety is a major concern. This is critical. > > Pls send an email to MPO Director Bill Austin (copied), the Morgantown City Council (see below), Chair of the Morgantown Traffic Commission Roy Nutter (copied), the Chair of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board Frank Gmeindl (copied), and the Monongalia County Commission (see below) expressing your concerns. > > You can send information to the commission at http://www.co.monongalia.wv.us/cont.html. > > The Morgantown City Council addresses are: citycouncilward1@cityofmorgantown.org;citycouncilward2@cityofmorgantown.org; citycouncilward3(a)cityofmorgantown.org; citycouncilward4@cityofmorgantown.org;citycouncilward5@cityofmorgantown.org; citycouncilward7(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > Be well. > > Bill Reger-Nash, EdD > West Virginia University Department of Community Medicine > One Medical Center Drive, Suite 3812E > Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 > > Office Phone: 304-293-0763 > Cell Phone: 304-685-6740 > Fax: 304-293-6685 > > Email: wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu > > Departmental webpage: www.hsc.wvu.edu/cmed > Bill Reger-Nash webpage: www.hsc.wvu.edu/cmed/wreger/index.asp > > Wheeling Walks > Walk 30 to 60 minutes daily. > Out the door for 30 or more! gn2001 > > > From: Menendez, Cammie Chaumont (CDC/NIOSH/DSR) [mailto:fxf8@cdc.gov] > Sent: Friday, January 13, 2012 1:11 PM > To: Reger-Nash, Bill > Subject: RE: Crossroads for Morgantown Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety-public health issue > > Hi, Bill – this is something I feel strongly about as I have recently become a bike rider on the rail trail and would like to commute to work by bike but am currently too scared. Unfortunately, I am out of town on the 23rd and 24th. Is there anything I can do to help you? > > Cammie Chaumont Menendez, PhD, MPH, MS > Epidemiologist > Centers for Disease Control and Prevention > National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health > 1095 Willowdale Road, MS 1811 > Morgantown, West Virginia, 26505 > phone: 304.285.6233 > fax: 304.285.6235 > CMenendez(a)cdc.gov > From: CMED Faculty Listserv [mailto:CMED-FACULTY@LISTS.HSC.WVU.EDU] On Behalf Of Reger-Nash, Bill > Sent: Friday, January 13, 2012 1:05 PM > To: CMED-FACULTY(a)LISTS.HSC.WVU.EDU > Subject: Crossroads for Morgantown Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety-public health issue > > Students, faculty, staff, and friends of public health: > > We are at a crossroads for transportation and public health. The Morgantown area traffic congestion continues to increase, our air quality is borderline non compliant, and walking/bicycling are not always safe or easy. > > There are critical upcoming meetings concerning walking and bicycle safety for the Morgantown area. The community needs to make walking and bicycle safety a priority because of the public health implications. An extra 15 minutes of daily physical activity for a year represents approximately 5 lbs of fat burned for the average American adult. Let’s do what we can to make our community less car dependent for the long term. We will all breathe easier, enjoy better health, and have more prosperity. > > 1) MILE GROUND PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE SAFETY: Jan 24th 4-7 pm Easton Elementary School cafeteria – West Virginia Department of Highways presentation of preferred redesign of our infamous Mile Ground. My understanding is that their preferred alternative is NOT friendly to bicycles and pedestrians. PLEASE attend and express your concerns. > > 2) REGIONAL LONG RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN: Jan 25th 7-9 pm South Middle School & Jan 26th 7-9 North Elementary School. These are opportunities for community input on the long-range transportation plan (LRTP). I have attached a two-page flyer. You can also visit http://www.crossroadsmon.com/. This is CRITICAL. WHY? As I've come to learn, all transportation projects using FEDERAL dollars must be approved by the local Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). This is our chance to help make the Morgantown and Mon County environment more pedestrian and bicycle friendly, and less car dependent. As a community, we can place emphasis on pedestrian and bicycle projects in the long range plan. If we succeed, then all projects should be completed in accordance with our wishes. With the support of the Greater Morgantown MPO, we have conducted preliminary pedestrian and bicycle counts and have begun to develop a data base to identify critical areas. Mr. Bill Austin, the executive director of the MPO, is a great ally to our efforts. He needs our support at these meetings. > > Let me know if you have any questions. > > Be well. > > Bill Reger-Nash, EdD > West Virginia University Department of Community Medicine > One Medical Center Drive, Suite 3812E > Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 > > Office Phone: 304-293-0763 > Cell Phone: 304-685-6740 > Fax: 304-293-6685 > > Email: wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu > > Departmental webpage: www.hsc.wvu.edu/cmed > Bill Reger-Nash webpage: www.hsc.wvu.edu/cmed/wreger/index.asp > > Wheeling Walks > Walk 30 to 60 minutes daily. > Out the door for 30 or more! gn2001 > >

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Fwd: Extremely important upcoming meetings + other updates
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: January 13, 2012 12:07:07 PM EST > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Margaret Stout <Margaret.Stout(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Michael Graham <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Sera Janson Zegre <sera(a)downstreamstrategies.com> > Subject: Extremely important upcoming meetings + other updates > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > All - Please devote some time to digesting this message and strongly consider attending some upcoming meetings... > > First - there are some critical upcoming meetings re: transportation infrastructure at which the pedestrian and bicycle communities should have a strong force and loud voice. > 1) Jan 24th 4-7 pm Easton ES cafeteria - WVDOH presentation of preferred redesign of Mileground. My understanding is that their preferred alternative is NOT our preferred alternative. PLEASE attend and express any concern via the format they use. > 2) Jan 25th 7-9pm South MS & Jan 26th 7-9 North ES - MPO, City, and Star City community input on long-range transportation plan (LRTP) - 2 pg flyer attached and visit http://www.crossroadsmon.com/. This is CRITICAL. Why? As I've come to learn, all transportation projects using FEDERAL dollars must be approved by the MPO (upon which I serve on the Citizens Advisory Committe) using, as the main factor, whether the project fits into the LRTP. If we, as a community, put a MAJOR influence on pedestrian and bicycle projects in the LRTP, then all projects should be completed in accordance with our wishes. With the MPO's support, we've already been able to work into the LRTP money/time to conduct pedestrian and bicycle counts. The process works, let's voice our opinions. Bill Austin, the executive director of the MPO, is a great ally > > Second - I have found out that Delegate Guthrie (Kanawha) is again sponsoring Complete Streets legislation, with our own Del Fleischauer as co-sponsor. I am going to meeting with Angela Vance of the WV AARP in Charleston on the 19th during the launch event for the WV Physical Activity Plan (http://www.wvphysicalactivity.org/) to marshal support for the legislation. This may be a great time to make use of any contacts with state legislators, lobbyists for children (or the state superintendant, Jorea Marple, who is speaking at the event on the 19th) or those with disabilities that you have. Attached is a brief list of benefits of CS from the web, where there are a host of fact sheets related to benefits for specific demographic segments (eg, children, people w/disabilities), econ, etc (eg, econ benefits, gas prices, public transit, health): http://www.completestreets.org/complete-streets-fundamentals/factsheets/ > > Who's on Third - the flyer re: snow removal that has gone out in recent weeks is attached (thank you Damien) > > Fourth - enjoy the snow (Toboggan Festival at Chestnut Ridge Park tomorrow) > This is what happens when I attend 3, 2+ hour meetings in a week - all very beneficial and positive meetings, by the way. > Shovel away! > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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Re: [Bikeboard] Morgantown Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Jan '12

12 Jan '12

Damien, I received your voicemail suggesting that I delete the lines about achieving the BFC award. In v02 attached, they are deleted. Thanks for your prompt response! Frank

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Fwd: Crossroads - It's Time to Chart our Future
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Jan '12

12 Jan '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: January 12, 2012 10:48:33 AM EST > To: 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>, "Henry, Adam" <Adam.Henry(a)mail.wvu.edu>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, "Gmeindl, Frank" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Andrea Soccorsi <Andrea.Soccorsi(a)Mail.WVU.edu>, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ken Martis <kmartis(a)wvu.edu>, Margaret Roberts <Margaretormike(a)aol.com>, Mike Lantz <mlantz(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, wwyant(a)hsc.wvu.edu > Cc: Christopher Fletcher <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Crossroads - It's Time to Chart our Future > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > Traffic Commission Members: > > The City of Morgantown is in the process of performing an update of the Comprehensive Plan in coordination with Star City’s preparation of a Comprehensive Plan and the MPO’s Long-Range Transportation Plan update. This joint planning project is called“Crossroads”. > > In order to ensure that our region is working with the same vision, "Crossroads" is developing a “Regional Vision” that will include a number of community participation opportunities. Several focused stakeholder group interviews with community leaders are being scheduled to obtain key perspectives including business, development, education, neighborhoods, real estate, etc. > > Additionally, two public "Crossroads Idea Gathering Meetings" are scheduled for Wednesday, January 25 at South Middle School and Thursday, January 26 at North Elementary. Both meetings begin at 7:00 PM. These public meetings will provide all interested parties an opportunity to participate in small group facilitated discussions concerning our region's "Strong Places, Weak Places". > > I have attached a flyer announcing the public "Crossroads Idea Gathering Meetings" and have two requests of our Traffic Commission members: > > 1) Please make every effort to attend one of these public "Crossroads Idea Gather Meetings". > > 2) Please circulate the attached flyer widely to friends, neighbors, and associates. > > A public awareness campaign will be launched in the coming days, but the most successful means of getting folks to attend is word-of-mouth and emails. > > Thank you in advance for your assistance. > > Respectfully, > > Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP > Director of Development Services > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > (o) 304-284-7413 > (f) 304-284-7534 > (c) 304-906-7843 > cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org > >

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Bicycle Friendly Community application
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Jan '12

12 Jan '12

Jeff, Please find attached a MS Word version of the Bicycle Board's proposed application to the League of American Bicyclists for recognition of Morgantown as a Bicycle Friendly Community. The Bicycle Board thoroughly reviewed and approved this application. Last night, I presented the application to the Traffic Commission and asked the commissioners to send me comments or changes at their convenience. The deadline for submission to LAB is February 17 but I'd like to submit it no later than Feb. 10 to ensure that they receive it. I respectfully request that you review the attached, mark it up using Comments and Track Changes and return it to me at your earliest convenience. I would especially request that you carefully review and update pages 1-3 that provide the community profile. As we've discussed, the actual application must be submitted to an on-line form. Click here to see a pdf version. At, http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/bicyclefriendlyamerica/communities/apply… I have already created an account under the name of MorgantownWV. I am planning to transcribe the data from your approved version of the attached to the on-line form but if you want to do it, please call me and I'll tell you the password or, you could create another account. If and when I receive any comments or suggested changes from Traffic Commissioners, I will send them to you immediately upon receipt. Thanks for working with us to make Morgantown a Bicycle Friendly Community! 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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MPO visioning meetings
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Jan '12

11 Jan '12

Bicycle Board Members, Tonight, the Traffic Commission unanimously approved the Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan. Attached is a flier describing public information gathering meetings the MPO has scheduled for Jan. 25 and 26. It would be good if people knowledgeable about bicycling attended. This could be an opportunity to interact with the community about making Greater Morgantown a community whose residents can enjoy bicycling safely and fearlessly anywhere, anytime for any reason. Also, remember the Mileground Public Meeting January 24th at Easton School from 4 until 7. . 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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College Cycling Course
by Ryan Post 11 Jan '12

11 Jan '12

We're excited to be able to offer a combined TS101 and Commuter class for 1 credit hour this Spring 2012 semester as PE172-Cycling Basics. It is also available to the public as a Lifetime Activities class. The classes are being offered Tuesdays and Thursdays 12-1:15PM March 19- April 28 at the Coliseum (CRN 18713), and a weekend course March 10-11 at the Coliseum 9am-~5pm (CRN 18714). Information for Public registration via Lifetime Activities can be found <http://cpass.wvu.edu/r/download/117329> HERE, course is listed on page 24. Since this just got finalized, and most students are done registering, we could use some help getting the word out to anyone who might be interested in taking the course. Learn riding skills and crash avoidance maneuvers; how to control situations in traffic and ride more confidently; bicycle maintenance including shifting and braking adjustments and changing a tire; proper clothing and equipment selection. Completion earns two League of American Bicyclists certificates: Traffic Skills 101 and Commuter. Bicycle required.

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Input from cyclists on Route 7
by D. Williams 09 Jan '12

09 Jan '12

Hello Everyone, I am presenting next week on the truck traffic impacts on Route 7 through downtown. Do any of you take this route regularly and have a comment? Do you have any images or assessments that you would like mentioned? I have some data from cyclists on Brockway, but that is not the focus of this presentation. I do think it is important to mention however as I counted 4 cyclists during my last field survey. This is not a full impact study, but I want to reach out to you for accounts and occurrences that you have witnessed on this commuting route. Thank you for your input and additions to this research. Have a nice day. Danielle N. Williams Assistant to the Director TDM Coordinator Morgantown Monongalia MPO 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: 304-413-0297 FAX: 304-291-9573 Mobile: 571-213-1336 Commuterchoices(a)gmail.com http://plantogether.org/commuterchoices.html "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." -Margaret Mead "Planning is about leading, innovating and inspiring the next generation." -APA, Communication Bootcamp

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Re: [Bikeboard] FW: Bikes Belong Coalition
by Chip Wamsley 09 Jan '12

09 Jan '12

Derek. Thanks for the heads up. MRTC has already gotten a grant (the largest awarded in 2010) for some erosion control maintenance. I believe the bike board applied for one for the climbing lane. A lot of the money comes from suppliers and dealers in the bike industry. We donate a percentage of our helmet sales and certain bike sales to bikes belong for these grants, so its good to see some of the money come back to Morgantown. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Derek Springston" <dspringston(a)gmail.com> Sent 1/9/2012 9:58:34 AM To: Martin(a)DeckersCreek.org, bikeboard(a)cheat.org Cc: ella(a)montrails.org, Sarah(a)DeckersCreek.org, Amanda(a)Cheat.org, Pamela(a)DeckersCreek.org Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] FW: Bikes Belong Coalition Martin, Thanks for sending this! Since I am on the Bike Board, I am forwarding this on to the rest of the group. I've also replied all to find out if anyone else you've emailed is pursuing this Grant in our area. Bike Board members, Are you familiar with the Bike Belong Grants Program? Have we ever pursued this in the past? Thanks, ~Derek On Mon, Jan 9, 2012 at 8:58 AM, Derek Springston <guitardeek(a)hotmail.com> wrote: “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells Date: Sun, 8 Jan 2012 18:50:35 -0500 To: ella(a)montrails.org; Amanda(a)Cheat.org; Sarah(a)DeckersCreek.org; Pamela(a)DeckersCreek.org; guitardeek(a)hotmail.com From: Martin(a)DeckersCreek.org Subject: FYI Bicycle Advocacy and Facilities Supported Bikes Belong Coalition The goal of the Bikes Belong Coalition, sponsored by the American bicycle industry, is putting more people on bicycles more often. The Bikes Belong Grants Program provides support for projects that leverage federal funding and build momentum for bicycling in communities across the U.S. Funded projects can include bike paths and rail trails, as well as bike parks, mountain bike trails, BMX facilities, and bicycle advocacy initiatives. The focus of the facility grant category is to connect existing facilities or create new biking opportunities. The advocacy grant category seeks to support large-scale, innovative, replicable advocacy initiatives that significantly increase ridership and improve conditions for bicycling in big U.S. cities. The application deadline is February 29, 2012. Visit the Coalition';s website to submit an online application. Martin Christ Water remediation director Friends of Deckers Creek PO Box 877 Dellslow, WV 26531 Tel. (304) 292-3970 Cell (304) 692-6278 Fax (304) 292-5070 Email Martin(a)DeckersCreek.org _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] FW: Bikes Belong Coalition
by Derek Springston 09 Jan '12

09 Jan '12

Martin, Thanks for sending this! Since I am on the Bike Board, I am forwarding this on to the rest of the group. I've also replied all to find out if anyone else you've emailed is pursuing this Grant in our area. Bike Board members, Are you familiar with the Bike Belong Grants Program? Have we ever pursued this in the past? Thanks, ~Derek On Mon, Jan 9, 2012 at 8:58 AM, Derek Springston <guitardeek(a)hotmail.com>wrote: > > > *“Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the > future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells > * > > ------------------------------ > Date: Sun, 8 Jan 2012 18:50:35 -0500 > To: ella(a)montrails.org; Amanda(a)Cheat.org; Sarah(a)DeckersCreek.org; > Pamela(a)DeckersCreek.org; guitardeek(a)hotmail.com > From: Martin(a)DeckersCreek.org > Subject: > > FYI > > > Bicycle Advocacy and Facilities Supported > *Bikes Belong Coalition > <http://www.bikesbelong.org/grants/apply-for-a-grant/>*The goal of the > Bikes Belong Coalition, sponsored by the American bicycle industry, is > putting more people on bicycles more often. The Bikes Belong Grants Program > provides support for projects that leverage federal funding and build > momentum for bicycling in communities across the U.S. Funded projects can > include bike paths and rail trails, as well as bike parks, mountain bike > trails, BMX facilities, and bicycle advocacy initiatives. The focus of the > facility grant category is to connect existing facilities or create new > biking opportunities. The advocacy grant category seeks to support > large-scale, innovative, replicable advocacy initiatives that significantly > increase ridership and improve conditions for bicycling in big U.S. cities. > The application deadline is February 29, 2012. Visit the Coalition';s > website to submit an online application. > > > Martin Christ > Water remediation director > Friends of Deckers Creek > PO Box 877 > Dellslow, WV 26531 > > Tel. (304) 292-3970 > Cell (304) 692-6278 > Fax (304) 292-5070 > Email Martin(a)DeckersCreek.org >

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Fwd: WVU EmployeeFest 2012
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jan '12

06 Jan '12

Here's a ripe banana for Thursday:) Begin forwarded message: > From: "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: January 3, 2012 3:13:36 PM EST > To: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Fwd: WVU EmployeeFest 2012 > > Frank / Christiaan > > I have ben contacted regarding the 2012 Employee Fest to be held on Wednesday, April 12th. They are taking reservations for booths for this event. Please let me know if the Bike Board or Ped Board would be interested in being involved with this event. > > > Hugh E. Kierig, AICP, Director > Department of Transportation and Parking > West Virginia University > Post Office Box 6561 > 1112 Van Voorhis > Morgantown, West Virginia 26506 > 304-293-9095 (o) > 304-293-3939 (f) > > > From: "Toni Christian" <Toni.Christian(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: December 22, 2011 11:29:45 AM EST > To: "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Cc: "Debra Stevens" <Debra.Stevens(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: WVU EmployeeFest 2012 > > > Dear Hugh, > > As a participant in last year’s event, the West Virginia University Division of Human Resources would like to offer your unit/department the opportunity to be an exhibitor for WVU EmployeeFest 2012: Benefits & Wellness Expo in advance of opening up registration to the community. As you are aware, this all-day event will be held at the Erickson Alumni Center on the WVU Evansdale Campus in Morgantown, WV on Thursday, April 12, 2012. It is our goal to make the Benefits and Wellness Expo a valuable service to WVU employees by educating participants about WVU benefits and health/wellness opportunities through a variety of health screenings, demonstrations, exhibitor’s tables, informational lectures and workshops. > > This will be a wonderful opportunity for the WVU Transportation & Parking Office and the Morgantown Bicycle Board to connect with many WVU faculty and staff in a positive environment focused on health and wellness. West Virginia University employs over 5,000 benefits eligible employees on the Morgantown campus and we are expecting over 1,500 employees to attend the Expo. This year’s event will coincide with WVU Employee Benefits Open Enrollment (scheduled for the month of April) and will focus on several areas of wellness including mind, physical, and financial wellness. > > The WVU Transportation & Parking Office and the Morgantown Bicycle Board will be wonderful additions to this event and we are looking forward to working with you to make the WVU EmployeeFest 2012: Benefits & Wellness Expo an outstanding experience for WVU employees. > > Please feel free to contact me or Debra Stevens (Debra.Stevens(a)mail.wvu.edu) if you have any questions. > > RSVP requested by January 10, 2012. Registration information will be forwarded after RSVP. > > Look forward to hearing from you soon. > > Happy Holidays!!!! > > Toni > > >

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BFC application
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Jan '12

05 Jan '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please join me in extending gratitude to Damien, Butch, gunnar, Hugh, Marilyn, Betsy and Ryan for what must have been many hours of challenging work completing their sections of the Bicycle Friendly Community award application. Please find attached, Bicycle Friendly Community Application_2011V01.doc. This document integrates all the inputs. Please review it in preparation for our meeting this Thursday when we will finalize it for submission to Jeff Mikorski. There are still some rough areas in it that are easy to find by looking for red text and comments in the margin. If you have solutions to any of those issues, please reply-all to this message with them. Also, please indicate anything that can be improved. The attached file is also in Dropbox at http://db.tt/epAJBA0V . If you accepted the invitation to share the folder, http://db.tt/72JvIyum in which the attached file resides, you can download it, modify it and upload it. If you do so, please use Track Changes and Comments so we can easily find the changes that you make. Printing 17 copies of the attached 37 page document will consume 629 sheets of paper and toner so I don't plan to ask Barbara to make 17 copies as usual. If you want a paper copy of the application on Thursday, please reply before noon tomorrow. Keep warm and see you Thursday! 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] (Nearly) Final version of "Let's Start Biking"
by director 05 Jan '12

05 Jan '12

Good afternoon, In case this message was buried in your email during the holiday break, I would ask you to please review the video at the YouTube link given and return comments to me by tomorrow. I've only received one comment so far (Thanks Danielle) I will try and work with Robby to get them incorporated and deliver the final video sometime next week. Thank you, Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "director" <director(a)positivespin.org> Sent 12/27/2011 12:00:37 PM To: "Bike Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org>, "Robert Rexroad" <robrexroad(a)gmail.com>, "arathy" <arathyn(a)gmail.com>, jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org Subject: [Bikeboard] (Nearly) Final version of "Let's Start Biking" Good morning, Robby sent me the link to the latest video of "Let's Start Biking" yesterday and I've previewed it and am passing it on for review by the Bicycle Board. I've found 2 minor corrections to be made, but would like to get everybody's inputs and send them all to Rob at once to make the best use of his time. If possible please make the edits in the YouTube comments so everyone can see them and avoid duplicates (150character limit - one edit/comment please) - this requires that you have an account (your Google sign-in). Note that this video is posted so it doesn't show up in a search, you can only view it if you type in the link. Otherwise feel free to email me with your edits and I'll put them on the YouTube page with your name for credit. You can follow up with a call at 304-276-0213 if you think it needs discussion. I'll leave it open for comments for about 2 weeks (until Jan 10) to give everyone a chance to get back from holiday break. Then we should finally be able to release it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNlCoHGZqBI Total running time is 10:09 min Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Input from cyclists on Route 7
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Jan '12

03 Jan '12

Danielle, I didn't see that anybody replied to your request. I've held back because as Chairman of the Bicycle Board, I didn't want to influence anybody else's response but now I will respond. I ride Rt. 7 through downtown on average several times each week. In general, I find the cars more trouble than the trucks. While the trucks seem a lot scarier, they'll usually just trundle along behind me while cars will occasionally pass me closely even when I'm in the middle of my lane. Going out or in Beechurst, the going is easy when the traffic is heavy because everyone is going at or below bicycle speed. (I wonder if the WVDOT traffic study down there considered flow if the speed limit were enforced at 10 mph and all the red lights removed or set to truly balance intersection demand in real time. It would sure make cycling smoother through there.) When the Beechurst traffic is lighter, motorists seem to be less patient and when they see there's maybe enough room to squeeze around, they'll do it. Again, since I always ride near the middle of the lane, the trucks almost never try to pass me but the cars more frequently do. Occasionally, a truck driver will blow his horn at me but I ignore it since I'm doing exactly what any other slow moving vehicle would do there. I think some motor vehicle drivers think bicyclists should be on the sidewalk since so many do ride the sidewalk down there despite its illegality. I can usually go 15-20 mph through there but again, if the speed limit were 10 mph and enforced, cycling would be fine, trucks or no trucks. I know you said that you're not interested in Brockway but IMHO, that's worse than going through town. Either climbing up from Studio 101 (at Decker Avenue) to around Hackney St. where Brockway levels off, or climbing the Hogback turn and then keeping the hammer down where the cars and trucks can go faster is more likely to elicit horn blows and epithets than downtown. Despite the 25 mph speed limit there, this old guy can hardly get up either of those hills at more than about 10 mph. Again, if the speed limit were 10 mph or even 15 mph AND ENFORCED cycling there would be no problem, trucks or no trucks. I would also suggest you acknowledge the damage that the trucks do to the road which in some cases can present a bigger hazard to the cyclist than the vehicle itself. For a long time, the right turn at Walnut and Don Knotts had such holes and humps that an inattentive cyclist could end up on his or her head. Sure, now it's been repaved but how long will that last? I also drive my car along these same routes and find most offensive trucks taking up more than one lane and driving to the left of the center lane. Last week, as I was descending Brockway from Overdale, as I was about to enter the right hand curve in front of Studio 101, a truck came around the bend approximately 3 feet in my lane forcing me to jam on the breaks. I look forward to your presentation to the Traffic Commission on Jan. 11. Frank On Jan 3, 2012, at 11:27 AM, D. Williams wrote: > Thanks, Frank. See you then. > > D. Williams > > Commuterchoices(a)gmail.com > > http://commuterchoices.com > > “Planning is about leading, innovating and inspiring the next generation.” –APA, Communication Bootcamp > > > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] > Sent: Thursday, December 29, 2011 6:02 PM > To: D. Williams > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Input from cyclists on Route 7 > > Danielle, > > It is my understanding that the next Traffic Commission meeting is January 11. I am a member of the Traffic Commission. While the TC normally meets the first Wednesday of each month, at the December meeting, the Commissioners decided to postpone the January 4 meeting one week because of the Orange Bowl that occurs January 4 and I suppose they want to watch it. > > Frank > > On Dec 29, 2011, at 3:55 PM, D. Williams wrote: > > > Traffic Commission and then briefing the Ped. Safety the following week. > > D. Williams > > Commuterchoices(a)gmail.com > > http://commuterchoices.com > > “Planning is about leading, innovating and inspiring the next generation.” –APA, Communication Bootcamp > > > From: Chet Parsons [mailto:chetparsons@gmail.com] > Sent: Thursday, December 29, 2011 3:48 PM > To: D. Williams > Cc: bikeboard(a)cheat.org > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Input from cyclists on Route 7 > > Danielle - Who are you presenting to? This might help as people can shape their comments to fit the audience. Thanks and good luck > > Chet > > On Thu, Dec 29, 2011 at 3:42 PM, D. Williams <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net> wrote: > Hello Everyone, > > I am presenting next week on the truck traffic impacts on Route 7 through downtown. Do any of you take this route regularly and have a comment? Do you have any images or assessments that you would like mentioned? I have some data from cyclists on Brockway, but that is not the focus of this presentation. I do think it is important to mention however as I counted 4 cyclists during my last field survey. This is not a full impact study, but I want to reach out to you for accounts and occurrences that you have witnessed on this commuting route. > > Thank you for your input and additions to this research. > > Have a nice day. > > Danielle N. Williams > Assistant to the Director > TDM Coordinator > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304-413-0297 FAX: 304-291-9573 Mobile: 571-213-1336 > Commuterchoices(a)gmail.com > http://plantogether.org/commuterchoices.html > “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” -Margaret Mead > “Planning is about leading, innovating and inspiring the next generation.” > –APA, Communication Bootcamp > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Agenda for this Thursday
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Jan '12

01 Jan '12

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached a suggested agenda for this Thursday's meeting. Please reply if you would like any changes. 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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Morgantown Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Dec '11

29 Dec '11

Dear Public Officials, I have added Perry Keller and Wes Stafford to the list of recipients of this message and am resending it to everyone so that you all know who's getting it. There are no other changes. Frank Dear Public Officials, Please find attached, the first preliminary Morgantown Bicycle Plan developed by the Bicycle Board. Within the next few days, you will also receive a paper copy. Please review the plan and give me your comments by December 7. We would like to include the plan in a February application to the League of American Bicyclists' for the Bicycle Friendly Community award. Since you are a key stakeholder in the plan, we want you to make it your plan. We will revise it to address your comments. We will ask you to approve the revision before we release it to the public. Please provide me your comments in whatever way is most convenient for you. You could open the attached MS Word document and mark it up using track changes and comments, or you could mark up the hard copy with pen and ink, or you could write your comments in an e-mail message, or you could simply tell me what you think. If you would like to discuss the plan, please contact me at your earliest convenience. 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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Fwd: BFC application
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Dec '11

28 Dec '11

Damien, Thanks for the update. I have uploaded your file to the BFCapplication folder in Dropbox at http://db.tt/72JvIyum with filename EngineeringV02.doc. Thank you for the exemplary completion of the engineering section of the application. I'm amazed at the data you have found and entered! I can't imagine how the engineering section could be more complete. 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: December 26, 2011 10:14:28 PM EST > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Re: BFC application > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > Frank, > > Sorry I did not get this out on Friday. I left work Thursday without my final info and haven't had a chance until tonight to get over there and get it. Attached is the final engineering section. If you have any questions 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.morgantown.com

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Re: [Bikeboard] updated E&E file
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Dec '11

27 Dec '11

Butch, I uploaded it to the BFCapplication folder in Dropbox at http://db.tt/72JvIyum . I renamed it, Encouragement&EvaluationV02. I also renamed the previous version, Encouragement&EvaluationV01. I don't understand why you can't add a file to the folder. Is anyone else having this problem? 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 On Dec 27, 2011, at 12:07 PM, Graber, Stephen wrote: > Hi Frank, > Can you upload our most recent file to the dropbox folder? I can view the folder but not add to it. > Thanks, > Sutch > > > ------------------------------------------- > Stephen G. Graber > Biochem & Mol Pharmacology > PO Box 9142, HSN-3122 > West Virginia University > Morgantown, WV 26506-9142 > phone: 304-293-2305 > > ------ _0 > ------ _ \<,_ > ---- (*)/ (*)<SGnewEncouragement&Evaluation_2011.doc>

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(Nearly) Final version of "Let's Start Biking"
by director 27 Dec '11

27 Dec '11

Good morning, Robby sent me the link to the latest video of "Let's Start Biking" yesterday and I've previewed it and am passing it on for review by the Bicycle Board. I've found 2 minor corrections to be made, but would like to get everybody's inputs and send them all to Rob at once to make the best use of his time. If possible please make the edits in the YouTube comments so everyone can see them and avoid duplicates (150character limit - one edit/comment please) - this requires that you have an account (your Google sign-in). Note that this video is posted so it doesn't show up in a search, you can only view it if you type in the link. Otherwise feel free to email me with your edits and I'll put them on the YouTube page with your name for credit. You can follow up with a call at 304-276-0213 if you think it needs discussion. I'll leave it open for comments for about 2 weeks (until Jan 10) to give everyone a chance to get back from holiday break. Then we should finally be able to release it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNlCoHGZqBI Total running time is 10:09 min Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Bike share becoming more popular
by director 27 Dec '11

27 Dec '11

Good morning, Saw this on Treehugger this morning and thought I'd share it. http://www.treehugger.com/slideshows/bikes/bike-share-bikes-around-the-worl… Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Cyclist injured at trail & Green Bag Rd.
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Dec '11

27 Dec '11

Sergeant McCabe, This morning's Dominion Post reported that a pick-up truck struck a 10-year old cyclist riding the Deckers Creek Trail when the cyclist was crossing Green Bag Rd. Can you tell us the direction that the cyclist was heading and the direction that the truck was heading when the truck hit the cyclist? We have pointed out in the past that crossings of paths with roadways are dangerous and that one in particular is blind for the cyclist heading upstream. The article said that the cyclist failed to stop but if he was headed upstream, he would have had to proceed out onto the roadway before he could see if a motor vehicle was coming from his left. As you know, the Bicycle Board has provided several recommendations for improving that crossing including realigning the intersection, installing cyclist activated crossing controls, installing a speed table and improving the signage. You may also be aware that the Bicycle Board has suggested that the pending replacement of Southern States by Walgreens presents an opportunity to implement some of the these recommendations. Here's a link to the article in the Dominion Post: http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMS8xMi8yNyNBcj… 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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BFC Info (Not received)
by Ryan Post 25 Dec '11

25 Dec '11

At the last meeting I offered to draft my knowledge on the questions for the BFC application if I was sent the work that was already done. I did not get anything from which to start. I just read EVERY email sent last night, nope not there. If I can get that in the next couple days, I can have it done before the next meeting, Jan 5. I'm getting old. I might forget things. Ryan Post

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Untapped gold mine???
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 24 Dec '11

24 Dec '11

Butch's other email: Subject: Untapped gold mine??? From: "Graber, Stephen" <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> Date: Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:14:32 -0500 To: "bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org" <bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org> Do any of you know this person? She's been here since 2006 and has an incredible cycling CV. Getting her involved would likely add a lot to our efforts, especially in the youth development area! http://cpass.wvu.edu/faculty_staff/kristen_dieffenbach Happy Holidays to all- can't believe our next meeting is right around the corner! Butch ------------------------------------------- Stephen G. Graber Biochem& Mol Pharmacology PO Box 9142, HSN-3122 West Virginia University Morgantown, WV 26506-9142 phone: 304-293-2305 ------ _0 ------ _ \<,_ ---- (*)/ (*)

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What the heck?
by Gunnar Shogren 24 Dec '11

24 Dec '11

Is it just me or did most of you just receive a complete wrath of BB messages? Some about a month old. Were the emails sent *just* to the BB sitting in some obtuse queue or where they circling the globe waiting for a port to be opened? Whatever it is, I would have to say it's not good, specially considering what most of the discussion was about. Harrumph. Oh yeah, and Happy Holidays! (Hope you get this before the start of the New Year)

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Morgantown Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Dec '11

24 Dec '11

Bicycle Board Members, Over the past several weeks, I have had several dialogues with various stakeholders in the bicycle plan. I have produced 4 revisions since v09 that you signed. Keeping up with the various reviewers comments, 'our' responses and the revisions is a bit of work. You can see it all at http://db.tt/Bse1rpGr . I think we're getting close to having all the stakeholders on board. To do so, I softened the plan considerably by removing all the "shalls" and most of the "wills" and even deleting the responsible individuals for the various Es but the essence of the actions that we've identified that need to be taken to make Morgantown a bicycle friendly community are still in there. Attached, please find MBPv13wchanges.docx . This version only shows the changes from v12. (To see all the changes from v09, the version you signed, forward, go to http://db.tt/Bse1rpGr and review MBPv12wchanges.docx . To see the reviewer comments and 'our' responses to their comments, go to http://db.tt/Bse1rpGr and review the various files that have their names in the the filename.) I plan to send the attached to all the stakeholders and the TC Monday. If you could review it and give me your concurrence, I wouldn't feel so out on a limb. Also, if you could indicate any improvements, that would even be better. Merry Christmas! Frank

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TC meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Dec '11

24 Dec '11

Bicycle Board Members, The Traffic Commission unanimously appointed Colin Dierman to replace Jim Rye. Welcome Colin! Chairman Nutter recommended that the TC "go with the BB to take the Morgantown Bicycle Plan to City Council". The TC members agreed to read the plan and e-mail comments to me. The version they reviewed included changes in response to comment from Terrence Moore, Ed Preston, Bill Austin and Perry Keller. I told them that after we sent it to them, we received comments from Terry Hough and Chris Fletcher. I told them that none of the comments were show-stoppers and summarized them all as follows: 1. Prioritize projects 2. Include project budgetary cost estimates 3. Soften wording from directive to guiding 4. Limit scope to within Morgantown or separate within City from Greater Morgantown 5. Don’t allocate projects to people that are not empowered to implement them 6. Include maps to show engineering project locations 7. Provide more citations for statements I promised to send them within 1 week (by Dec. 14), a revision that addresses all the comments received so far. Each of the above could be addressed separately and in parallel with the others by separate individuals/teams and could even be fun. Some of them could even be fun. Please let me know ASAP if you'll work on any of them. Other TC outcomes: In the BB monthly report to TC (attached), we reported accomplishment: Completed bicycling education video for children aged 5-10 years. Commissioner Paul Steel who represents 2nd ward and who works at North Elementary asked if he could use the video. I promised to send him the YouTube link when we have it. First Sergeant Matt McCabe will not be an ex-officio member of the BB. He discussed it with Chief Preston and they decided that McCabe's ex-officio position on the TC is adequate since the BB is an advisory board to the TC. But, he also said that he would advise the BB and attend BB meetings whose agenda includes specific enforcement topics. 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] Morgantown Bicycle Plan
by MARGARETorMIKE＠aol.com 20 Dec '11

20 Dec '11

Frank, The language is vastly improved in the new document. This document plus the added attention being afforded the "campus connector" through the Sunnyside Up initiative should go a long way in promoting the Traffic Commission agenda. Thanks for all the hard work, Margaret Roberts In a message dated 12/19/2011 9:32:16 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net writes: Traffic Commission Members, Please find attached, version 12 of the Morgantown Bicycle Plan. This version is a revision of the version that I distributed at the the December 8, 2011 Traffic Commission meeting. Version 12 contains changes in response to comments from Ed Preston, Perry Keller, Bill Austin, Terrence Moore received before our Dec. 12 meeting and from Terry Hough and Chris Fletcher received after our Dec. 12 meeting. Since we canceled the Jan. 4 Traffic Commission meeting, we will not be able to discuss the plan again before we present it to City Council on January 31. Therefore, we ask you to review the attached and reply with comments at your earliest convenience but soon enough for us to incorporate any changes before Jan. 31. Say, Jan. 17? (please) To make the plan as good as possible, we will remain open to comments and suggestions as long as we can. The versions of the plan, the comments that we receive and our responses to the comments can all be found at _http://db.tt/Bse1rpGr_ (http://db.tt/Bse1rpGr) . (When we received comments in MS Word or other editable format, our response to each comment appears within the document adjacent to the comment.) Merry Christmas! 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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Morgantown Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Dec '11

19 Dec '11

Traffic Commission Members, Please find attached, version 12 of the Morgantown Bicycle Plan. This version is a revision of the version that I distributed at the the December 8, 2011 Traffic Commission meeting. Version 12 contains changes in response to comments from Ed Preston, Perry Keller, Bill Austin, Terrence Moore received before our Dec. 12 meeting and from Terry Hough and Chris Fletcher received after our Dec. 12 meeting. Since we canceled the Jan. 4 Traffic Commission meeting, we will not be able to discuss the plan again before we present it to City Council on January 31. Therefore, we ask you to review the attached and reply with comments at your earliest convenience but soon enough for us to incorporate any changes before Jan. 31. Say, Jan. 17? (please) To make the plan as good as possible, we will remain open to comments and suggestions as long as we can. The versions of the plan, the comments that we receive and our responses to the comments can all be found at http://db.tt/Bse1rpGr . (When we received comments in MS Word or other editable format, our response to each comment appears within the document adjacent to the comment.) Merry Christmas! 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] Youth Cycling Video "Let's Start Biking" Final Edits
by director 13 Dec '11

13 Dec '11

Good evening, Sorry I've been delayed in following through on the bike video since the last Bike Board meeting. I met with Robby on Friday, Dec 1 and discussed the required changes. Specifically the following: - He'll make the requested changes as agreed at the meeting: * Correct spelling in Jonathan Suite's name * Make changes to "Funded by" credits as requested by Frank * Correct of re-shoot the Hand Signal scenes * Make an annotation in the sidewalk riding scene to the effect "Sidewalk riding may not be permitted in your city, check local laws." - He'll put the video up on youtube (and provide the link) so you can only see it by linking. Earlier versions will be removed. We'll leave it up for a week to collect any additional comments (this is where you can ask us to spend up to 2 hours for more edits) before finalizing and delivery. He's started a new job that is keeping him busy, but he expected to get to it tonite as of the last time I heard from him. I've sent an invoice to Jeff Mikorski for the full contracted amount. Haven't heard from Jeff as to when payment will be received. Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Fwd: Notice of Public Meeting (Mileground Improvement Project)
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Dec '11

09 Dec '11

FYI. This may be an opportunity to make 705 more bicycle-friendly. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: December 9, 2011 9:51:47 AM EST > To: 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>, "Henry, Adam" <Adam.Henry(a)mail.wvu.edu>, christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, "Gmeindl, Frank" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Andrea Soccorsi <Andrea.Soccorsi(a)Mail.WVU.edu>, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Ken Martis <kmartis(a)wvu.edu>, Margaret Roberts <Margaretormike(a)aol.com>, Mike Lantz <mlantz(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christopher Fletcher <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Notice of Public Meeting (Mileground Improvement Project) > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > The West Virginia Division of Highways will hold an informational public meeting on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm in the cafeteria at Easton Elementary School. The project consist of improving WV 705 to either a 4 lane or 5 lane facility or a combination of the two for approximately two miles from Stewartstown Rd to Hartman Run Rd. The public meeting will update information from the last meeting on September 30, 2010. Highway officials will provide details, including a handout on the project. > > http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMS8xMi8wOSNBcj… > > > J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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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Bicycle Plan Revision
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Bicycle Board Members, By the end of the day tomorrow, Thursday, Dec. 8, please let me know if you want to work on revising the Morgantown Bicycle Plan and what you want to do. After I present the plan to the Traffic Commission tonight, I would like to get working on a revision ASAP so we'll have plenty of time to perfect it before we present it to City Council January 31. One thing is clear to me already: we will have to prioritize the projects and, if possible, have some kind of budgetary cost estimates when we present the plan to City Council. So far, we have received comments and/or marked up copies of v09 of the plan from: - Terrence Moore, City Manager; - Terry Hough, City Engineer; - Ed Preston, Police Chief; - Chris Fletcher, City Director of Development Projects; - Bill Austin, MPO Executive Directo,r and - Perry Keller, WVDOT Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator. Except for Terrence's, you can see their comments at http://db.tt/Bse1rpGr . (Terrence just asked us to change "City Manager" to "City Manager and/or his or her designee".) I admit that I was dreading getting comments from these stakeholders but having read their comments, I find them very positive, insightful and constructive. If you took 15 minutes to scan through all their comments, I think they will energize you as they did me. Tonight, I will present the plan to the Traffic Commission at 6:30 pm in Council Chambers. (It would be nice if some BB members were there to help me remember what they say about the plan.) I don't plan to walk through the plan. I plan to tell them that it has been reviewed by the key stakeholders, summarize the comments and say that we will revise the plan in response to their and the TC's comments in preparation for presentation to City Council January 31. I don't know how much of the plan they will have read in preparation for the meeting. I don't expect they'll have much to say. I hope they will read it and send us comments. 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] Morgantown Bicycle Plan
by Christopher Fletcher 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Mr. Gmeindl: First, I want to thank you for the opportunity to participate in the reviewing the document. It is quite evident that a great deal of time and energy has been invested. Second, I want to thank you for your commitment and leadership. Third, I want to apologize for not keeping to my commitment in sharing my input with you by last Friday. As the hour of this email indicates, my time has been stretched pretty thin. I have attached the document with my suggested revisions and comments provided within using the track changes function in Word. Please note that I added "FLETCHER COMMENTS" to the file name to aid in organizing the several responses you are receiving. A few fundamental observations: - The planning document should set a positive tone throughout by eliminating confrontational and opinion statements. I noted a number of items that may require citation to demonstrate fact from opinion. - The planning document should be recommendation-based by eliminating "shall" statements. - It seems that the document is lacking in terms of prioritized infrastructure and programming objectives and tasks; a "punch list" is needed for ongoing quantitative and qualitative implementation evaluation purposes. - The planning document should include cost estimates for infrastructure and programming investments to inform budget and capital improvement planning and implementation as well as ongoing quantitative and qualitative implementation evaluation purposes. - The recommended action items towards the end of the document may be better organized by using a table format that includes information noted in my previous two points. Again, thank you for your dedication, work, and the opportunity to vet the document. Respectfully, Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP Director of Development Services ----- Original Message ----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> To: "Christopher Fletcher" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Sent: Thursday, December 1, 2011 11:03:25 AM Subject: Re: Morgantown Bicycle Plan Thanks, Chris! I'm glad to hear that you've taken a decent vacation. You deserve it! Frank On Nov 29, 2011, at 7:08 PM, Christopher Fletcher wrote: Mr. Gmeindl: Good evening. Thank you for the reminder. I am back in the office today following week plus vacation out-of-state. I will review the document and comment by the end of this week. Respectfully, Christopher M. Fletcher, AICP Director of Development Services 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 (o) 304-284-7413 (f) 304-284-7534 (c) 304-906-7843 cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org ----- Original Message ----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" < frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > To: tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org , "Jeff Mikorski" < jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org >, "Terry Hough" < though(a)cityofmorgantown.org >, "Ed Preston" < epreston(a)cityofmorgantown.org >, "Christopher Fletcher" < cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org >, mwise(a)boparc.org , "Bill Austin" < baustin(a)labyrinth.net >, "Fouad N Shoukry" < fouad.n.shoukry(a)wv.gov >, "Richard Warner" < Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov >, "Perry J Keller" < Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov >, WSTAFFORD(a)wilbursmith.com , tarnold(a)cityofmorgantown.org Cc: "Bicycle Board" < bikeboard(a)cheat.org >, "Barbara Shellito" < bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org > Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2011 5:20:16 PM Subject: Morgantown Bicycle Plan Dear Public Officials, Thanks to Chief Preston, Perry Keller and Bill Austin for their timely comments on the Morgantown Bicycle Plan v09. We are hoping to have all your comments by December 7 so we can: 1. Summarize your comments for the Traffic Commission at its December 8 meeting; 2. Produce a version of the plan that we can present with your support to City Council in January; 3. Include the Plan in our February application to the League of American Bicyclists for the Bicycle Friendly Community award. For your convenience, you can read the plan and stakeholder comments at http://db.tt/Bse1rpGr . Please contact me if you have any questions. 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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Morgantown Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Dec '11

06 Dec '11

Dear Public Officials, I have added Tom Arnold, Director Morgantown Parking Authority to the list of recipients of the Morgantown Bicycle Plan. I'm copying you all so you know who got it and so you may communicate among each other about it. 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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Fwd: Agenda for December Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Dec '11

06 Dec '11

FYI, Pedestrian Board 2011 accomplishments and 2012 goals. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: December 6, 2011 11:36:42 AM EST > To: <psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us>, "Margaret Roberts" <Margaretormike(a)aol.com>, "Barbara Shellito" <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Mike Lantz" <mlantz(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <mmccabe(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Terry Hough" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, <christophergluck(a)gmail.com>, "david mckain" <david.mckain(a)gmail.com>, <j4im3s(a)gmail.com>, "Adam Henry" <Adam.Henry(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Andrea Soccorsi" <Andrea.Soccorsi(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Ken Martis" <Ken.Martis(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <wes(a)wnugent.com>, "Roy Nutter" <rnutter(a)wvu.edu> > Subject: Re: Agenda for December Traffic Commission Meeting > > All - > I did not submit the attached to Damien in time for the agenda as I wanted it reviewed by the Pedestrian Safety Board at our meeting last night. Please find attached a PDF summary of PSB accomplishments to date and goals for 2012. I hope it will be included in our minutes, but wanted to provide it ahead of time for your enjoyment. > See you tomorrow. > Christiaan > > >>> On 12/5/2011 at 4:54 PM, <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> wrote: > All, > > I apologize for the delay in getting this out. I have been waiting to here back from the Rahall Institute to see if they would be available before I set the agenda. Attached is the agenda and attachments. If you have any question please give me a call. Thanks. > > J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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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20111201_Bike_Board_Meeting_Minutes.doc
by Elizabeth Shogren 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

Happy Holidays and Season's Greetings! Betsy

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Terrence accepts Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

Bicycle Board Members, I met with City Manager, Terrence Moore and Damien Davis today. Terrence said he looked over the Bicycle Plan and accepts it. He put a presentation of it on the agenda for the January 31 City Council meeting of the whole, He understands that the plan is an essential element of our LAB Bicycle Friendly Community award application and shares our determination to get the plan and application done by the February 17 application deadline. At the meeting, I used the attached outline to guide our discussion. 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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Bike lane
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Dec '11

03 Dec '11

Today's DP article, "Bike Lane along U.S. 60 complete", says WVDOH spent $1.6M on an 11-mile bike lane from St. Albans to Charleston. http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMS8xMi8wMyNBcj… I wonder if they're getting a 50% cost share from the communities through which it passes. They wanted Morgantown to pay the full $25K for the Mon Blvd. climbing lane and then Terrence negotiated a 50-50 cost share. Do you think we should try to get them to stripe a climbing lane on the other side of the hill with their funds? (BTW, I think it's cool that a couple of WVDOT administrators ride and live in St. Albans.) F

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Re: [Bikeboard] Dec. Traffic Commission Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Dec '11

01 Dec '11

Damien, At http://db.tt/eNc5RBYL , there are 2 files: 1) Bicycle Board Report to TC for next Wednesday's meeting, and 2) v10 of the Morgantown Bicycle Plan. v10 of the plan contains changes made in response to comments by Chief Preston, Perry Keller and Bill Austin on v09. As we discussed at tonight's BB meeting, we would like the TC to review v10 in preparation for next week's TC meeting and to give us comments at the meeting. Thanks for supporting the TC and the BB! 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 On Nov 30, 2011, at 8:31 AM, Damien Davis wrote: > All, > > I am putting together the agenda for next weeks meeting, if you have something you would like to discuss please let me know by Friday morning. Thanks you. > > J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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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Plan revised for TC
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Dec '11

01 Dec '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached v10 or the Morgantown Bicycle Plan. It shows changes that I made to v09 in response to comments received from Chief Preston, Perry Keller and Bill Austin. I will also send this file to the TC through Damien with the changes accepted. If you find any changes with which you disagree, please let me know and I'll revert them but I'll need your response before the TC meeting at 6:30 pm tomorrow. Frank

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Dec. 1 BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Dec '11

01 Dec '11

Bicycle Board Members, I usually create and send the agenda for the monthly BB meeting the weekend before the meeting. With this weekend being Thanksgiving weekend, I would like to complete and send the agenda this Wednesday. Two items we probably should discuss are Jim Rye's replacement and the Bicycle Friendly Community award application. To save meeting time, please identify potential candidates to replace Jim Rye, confirm with them that they'd want to serve and reply-to-all to this message with their names and invite them to the meeting. I'm suggesting we discuss the Bicycle Friendly Community award application to help the teams that volunteered to write the application. Following is status of on-going activities. Let me know which, if any, you want me to put on the agenda for discussion at the meeting. If I missed something, let me know. Distributed preliminary first draft of Morgantown Bicycling Plan to key stakeholders: Terrence Moore, Jeff Mikorski, Terry Hough, Ed Preston, Chris Fletcher, Mark Wise, Tom Arnold, Bill Austin, Fouad Shoukry, Perry Keller and Wes Stafford. I requested their comments and changes by December 8. So far, I haven't heard from any of them. We need to get on the City Council's agenda to present. Thanks to Chet, he and I met with Damien and Jeff to discuss a joint Morgantown-Star City TEP grant application for a bicycle climbing lane from Star City Bridge to WVU Coliseum. Subsequently, Chet met with Star City Mayor Sharp. Unfortunately, Jeff later informed me that Morgantown will not apply for this funding because they're afraid it will jeopardize their application for street scape funding. We may still pursue it with Star City. Nick asked for $500 more to complete the video for 12-year old and younger cyclists. Two BB members replied to me and one replied to all with their agreement so I told Nick and Jeff that we're OK with it. Ryan taught 3 WVU students CCC TS101 class Nov. 3, 11, 13. Thanks, Ryan! Thanks to Hugh, we're just about complete establishing a 1-credit hour CCC course at WVU CPASS to be taught for the first time in Spring 2012. Participants will be able to take it for credit or through the Lifetime Activities program. Price is TBD. On Nov. 9, the Parking Authority approved bicycle lockers for 2 city garages. Chip is working on specifications to enable Tom Arnold to submit a purchase order. The City's 2012 budget has $5,500 for bicycle parking. The lockers will cost about $4,000. Trying to determine status of grant application that we submitted to Jeff Mikorski in September for him to submit to Bikes Belong for $10K to fund Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane from Eighth St. to Evansdale Dr.. Brandon Crawford, WVU Cycling Club rep has resigned. I've asked him to find/recommend a replacement. WVDOH replaced in-line drainage grates by Coliseum with bicycle-friendly grates. Remaining in-line grates to be replaced are on Westover Bridge, Walnut St. Bridge, South University Ave. northbound between Pleasant and Walnut. (We need to inventory in-line grates on campus.) Delivered to Paul Mattox, Ray LaHood, Earl Ray Tomblin, Joe Fisher, Asel Kennedy and Brent Walker, petition with 125 signatures to enable cyclists to cross Cheat Lake at Ice’s Ferry during bridge replacement. MPO Policy Board chaired by Joe Fisher planned to discuss the application and may write a support letter to DOH. I'm working on the education grant final report. In his completion of the Enforcement section of the BFA application, Chief Preston said that First Sergeant Matt McCabe "is an active member of the bicycle Advisory Committee". May I have your concurrence to invite Sergeant McCabe to join us as an ex-officio representing the MPD? Welcome Adam Henry! I would appreciate your replies to this message before the holiday. 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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LAB feedback to 2007 BFC application
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Dec '11

01 Dec '11

Bicycle Board Members, At tonight's meeting, Butch mentioned the feedback that LAB gave us in response to our 2007 BFC application. That reminded me that last January, I made a spreadsheet in which I listed their feedback in column A and then in column B, what we have done since 2007 to address their feedback. I just uploaded that file to Dropbox at http://db.tt/QgsuwTnb . (I haven't updated it since January.) It may be helpful in completing your sections of the new application. Frank

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Tonight's BB meeting in Training Room
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Dec '11

01 Dec '11

Tonight, we will meet in the PSC Training Room. Boys & Girls Club is meeting in Conf. Room. RDVIC is meeting in Training Room until 6:30. Look sharp. Frank

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Walgreen
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Dec '11

01 Dec '11

Chris, Roy, Bill, I read in this morning's Dominion Post that Walgreens is going to replace Southern States in Sabraton. How is that going to effect the Deckers Creek trail and bicycle traffic? As you know, the Deckers Creek trail currently runs adjacent to the Southern States site. Behind Southern States, the crossing of Deckers Creek Blvd. heading upstream is quite dangerous due to the poor sight line. Looking to the left, Deckers Creek Blvd. curves out of the sight line and the fence and stuff in the Southern States lot blocks visibility. Permitting the Walgreens project should consider mitigating this disaster waiting to happen. Certainly,we can't let it be worsened. If Walgreens is permitted to have a traffic exit/entrance onto Deckers Creek Blvd., that crossing will become an even bigger disaster. With the WVDOH also planning to install a westbound left turn lane from Rt. 7 at the other end of Deckers Creek Blvd. do we have an opportunity to improve the dangers presented by the misalignments of the Deckers Creek trail with Deckers Creek Blvd. at both crossings? The Walgreens project, the Rt. 7 left turn lane project, the Hogback turn project, and the perpetual uproar about truck traffic through downtown, seems to present us with an opportunity to take an overall systems view of living, business and traffic INCLUDING bicycle and pedestrian between the Mon River and the Sabraton I-68 interchange. Chris, please don't let the Walgreen's project proceed without considering the impact on bicycle traffic in that area. 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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Education section of BFC
by Marilyn Newcome 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

Hello All, Second try of sending the Education section of the Bike Friendly Community application. Please read the Education section to see what I have so far. If you have anything to add, please let me know so I can change or add. Marilyn

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Fwd: Pedestrian Safety Board Monday 12/5 agenda
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

FYI, attached is agenda for next Monday's Pedestrian Safety Board meeting for those of you that walk. Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: November 30, 2011 5:00:54 PM EST > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dave Harshbarger <harshbargerd(a)wvuh.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Michael Graham <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Sera Janson Zegre <sera(a)downstreamstrategies.com> > Subject: Pedestrian Safety Board Monday 12/5 agenda > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > Troops - > Please find attached Monday's agenda, and note the updated meeting format. Please bring ideas re: Evansdale plan to put into a letter for WVU. See you all Monday. Lots to discuss as usual. > Best, > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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Morgantown Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Nov '11

29 Nov '11

Dear Public Officials, Thanks to Chief Preston, Perry Keller and Bill Austin for their timely comments on the Morgantown Bicycle Plan v09. We are hoping to have all your comments by December 7 so we can: Summarize your comments for the Traffic Commission at its December 8 meeting; Produce a version of the plan that we can present with your support to City Council in January; Include the Plan in our February application to the League of American Bicyclists for the Bicycle Friendly Community award. For your convenience, you can read the plan and stakeholder comments at http://db.tt/Bse1rpGr . Please contact me if you have any questions. 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] Dec. 1 BB meeting
by Chip Wamsley 29 Nov '11

29 Nov '11

With regard to Jim Rye's replacement: we had previously considered Colin Dierman and now he would be able to join the board. Chip Wamsley -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Sent 11/21/2011 3:19:12 PM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Dec. 1 BB meeting Bicycle Board Members, I usually create and send the agenda for the monthly BB meeting the weekend before the meeting. With this weekend being Thanksgiving weekend, I would like to complete and send the agenda this Wednesday. Two items we probably should discuss are Jim Rye's replacement and the Bicycle Friendly Community award application. To save meeting time, please identify potential candidates to replace Jim Rye, confirm with them that they'd want to serve and reply-to-all to this message with their names and invite them to the meeting. I'm suggesting we discuss the Bicycle Friendly Community award application to help the teams that volunteered to write the application. Following is status of on-going activities. Let me know which, if any, you want me to put on the agenda for discussion at the meeting. If I missed something, let me know. Distributed preliminary first draft of Morgantown Bicycling Plan to key stakeholders: Terrence Moore, Jeff Mikorski, Terry Hough, Ed Preston, Chris Fletcher, Mark Wise, Tom Arnold, Bill Austin, Fouad Shoukry, Perry Keller and Wes Stafford. I requested their comments and changes by December 8. So far, I haven't heard from any of them. We need to get on the City Council's agenda to present. Thanks to Chet, he and I met with Damien and Jeff to discuss a joint Morgantown-Star City TEP grant application for a bicycle climbing lane from Star City Bridge to WVU Coliseum. Subsequently, Chet met with Star City Mayor Sharp. Unfortunately, Jeff later informed me that Morgantown will not apply for this funding because they're afraid it will jeopardize their application for street scape funding. We may still pursue it with Star City. Nick asked for $500 more to complete the video for 12-year old and younger cyclists. Two BB members replied to me and one replied to all with their agreement so I told Nick and Jeff that we're OK with it. Ryan taught 3 WVU students CCC TS101 class Nov. 3, 11, 13. Thanks, Ryan! Thanks to Hugh, we're just about complete establishing a 1-credit hour CCC course at WVU CPASS to be taught for the first time in Spring 2012. Participants will be able to take it for credit or through the Lifetime Activities program. Price is TBD. On Nov. 9, the Parking Authority approved bicycle lockers for 2 city garages. Chip is working on specifications to enable Tom Arnold to submit a purchase order. The City's 2012 budget has $5,500 for bicycle parking. The lockers will cost about $4,000. Trying to determine status of grant application that we submitted to Jeff Mikorski in September for him to submit to Bikes Belong for $10K to fund Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane from Eighth St. to Evansdale Dr.. Brandon Crawford, WVU Cycling Club rep has resigned. I've asked him to find/recommend a replacement. WVDOH replaced in-line drainage grates by Coliseum with bicycle-friendly grates. Remaining in-line grates to be replaced are on Westover Bridge, Walnut St. Bridge, South University Ave. northbound between Pleasant and Walnut. (We need to inventory in-line grates on campus.) Delivered to Paul Mattox, Ray LaHood, Earl Ray Tomblin, Joe Fisher, Asel Kennedy and Brent Walker, petition with 125 signatures to enable cyclists to cross Cheat Lake at Ice’s Ferry during bridge replacement. MPO Policy Board chaired by Joe Fisher planned to discuss the application and may write a support letter to DOH. I'm working on the education grant final report. In his completion of the Enforcement section of the BFA application, Chief Preston said that First Sergeant Matt McCabe "is an active member of the bicycle Advisory Committee". May I have your concurrence to invite Sergeant McCabe to join us as an ex-officio representing the MPD? Welcome Adam Henry! I would appreciate your replies to this message before the holiday. 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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In-line drainage grates
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Nov '11

28 Nov '11

Bryan, I rode up Mon Blvd. today from Star City Bridge to the Coliseum and observed that the former in-line drainage grates have been replaced with bicycle friendly grates. (See attached Before and After photos). On behalf of Morgantown area bicyclists, I give you thanks! Replacing those grates corrects a significant dangerous situation especially since the now nicely repaved shoulder eases the climb from the bridge to the Coliseum. Thank you for considering bicyclists in all WVDOH projects! 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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Petition: Keep Ice's Ferry Bridge Open to Bicyclists
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Nov '11

23 Nov '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please go to http://www.PetitionOnline.com/IcesFrry/petition.html and sign the petition to WVDOT Secretary Paul Mattox. When it gets enough signatures, I'll download, print and send it to him as well as to the cc list. Here's what the petition says: Dear Secretary Mattox: We, the undersigned Morgantown area bicyclists hereby petition the State of West Virginia to provide means for bicyclists to cross Cheat Lake at Ice’s Ferry during the replacement of Ice’s Ferry Bridge. Ice’s Ferry Bridge provides the only practical means for bicycles to cross Cheat Lake. Many local area cyclists as well as visitors to the Morgantown area frequently used Ice’s Ferry Bridge to travel between the Morgantown area to points east of Cheat Lake. The recent closing of Ice’s Ferry Bridge makes it impossible for us to cross the lake for work and recreation. cc: Ray LaHood, Secretary, US Department of Transportation Earl Ray Tomblin, Governor of West Virginia Asel Kennedy, President Monongalia County Commission Joe Fisher, Chairman Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization

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Fwd: Bike Comments
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Nov '11

23 Nov '11

Bicycle Board Members, Perry Keller submitted comments on the bicycle plan. They are attached file, Morgantown Bicycle Comments.docx. I read them and wrote responses in the attached file: Morgantown Bicycle Comments-WVDOT.docx . Please review Perry's comments and my responses and let me know if you agree with my responses or what you think the responses should be. Also, please not that some of my comments say, "Who wants to do this?". If you would, please let me know that, too:) The plan and associated documents such as stakeholder comments will be stored in Dropbox at http://db.tt/Bse1rpGr 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 Morgantown Bicycle Comments-WVDOT.docx Begin forwarded message: > From: "Keller, Perry J" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov> > Date: November 22, 2011 3:44:10 PM EST > To: <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Bike Comments > > Per our conversation. > > Perry J. Keller > Statewide and Urban Planning > Program Planning and Administration Division > Building 5, 8th Floor > 1900 Kanawha Blvd., E. > Charleston, WV 25305 > 304.558.9591 (o) > 304.558.3783 (f) >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Comments
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Nov '11

23 Nov '11

Perry, I enjoyed our conversation yesterday. I read your attached file. Thank you and please give my thanks to the other reviewers for very thoughtful, insightful, proactive and professional comments. I will share them with the Bicycle Board and send you a response. In my first reading of WVDOT comments, I had the following questions: "Page 4: More Prosperous Local Economy – Any new census information that would identify specific characteristics to Greater Morgantown area i.e. younger population that might be more prone to be a distracted driver using smart phones, etc." could you please elaborate on what you are looking for here? It doesn't seem to fit in the context of the “More Prosperous Local Economy” topic of this paragraph. "Page 12: Stakeholder input from WVU, County Commissioners and DOT Secretary does not appear under their headings. Were these stakeholders interviewed?" From whom besides you in the WVDOT should we be getting input for the Morgantown Bicycle Plan? "Page 20: #7 This is not consistent with our signage directives." What are WVDOT signage directives with regard to Share the Road signs? (I agree with your earlier comment that we need to avoid saturation. We need guidelines. Certainly, dangerous segments of roadways that already have significant bicycling may need such signs.) Looking forward to continuing to work with you! 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 On Nov 22, 2011, at 3:44 PM, Keller, Perry J wrote: > Per our conversation. > > Perry J. Keller > Statewide and Urban Planning > Program Planning and Administration Division > Building 5, 8th Floor > 1900 Kanawha Blvd., E. > Charleston, WV 25305 > 304.558.9591 (o) > 304.558.3783 (f) > > <Morgantown Bicycle Comments.docx>

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Re: [Bikeboard] Youth Bike Skills video - Addendum to original contract
by Frank Gmeindl 22 Nov '11

22 Nov '11

Please see attached. On Nov 22, 2011, at 3:56 PM, Gunnar Shogren wrote: > I don't see an attachment. > > On Tue, Nov 22, 2011 at 3:38 PM, Frank Gmeindl > <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: >> Jeff, Nick, >> The proposal looks OK to me. >> 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 >> >> >> >> On Nov 22, 2011, at 3:34 PM, director wrote: >> >> Jeff, Frank, >> Positive Spin is pleased to provide the City of Morgantown (in cooperation >> with the Bicycle Board/Education Committee) this addendum proposal to >> complete production of the youth bicycling skills video "- Let's Start >> Biking!". Please let me know if this is satisfactory, our timeline is short >> so we are proceeding with completion as discussed previously. I will be >> working tomorrow and can come by to sign when it's convenient for you. >> Thanks. >> >> Nick Hein LCI# 1705 >> >> Director, Positive Spin >> 803 East Brockway Ave >> Morgantown, WV >> ph 304-276-0213 >> >> <2011_1122_BBKidsVideoContractAdd.pdf> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>

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Re: [Bikeboard] Youth Bike Skills video - Addendum to original contract
by Chip Wamsley 22 Nov '11

22 Nov '11

Looks good, Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Sent 11/22/2011 4:48:37 PM To: "Gunnar Shogren" <gshogren(a)gmail.com> Cc: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Youth Bike Skills video - Addendum to original contract Please see attached. On Nov 22, 2011, at 3:56 PM, Gunnar Shogren wrote: > I don't see an attachment. > > On Tue, Nov 22, 2011 at 3:38 PM, Frank Gmeindl > <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: >> Jeff, Nick, >> The proposal looks OK to me. >> 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 >> >> >> >> On Nov 22, 2011, at 3:34 PM, director wrote: >> >> Jeff, Frank, >> Positive Spin is pleased to provide the City of Morgantown (in cooperation >> with the Bicycle Board/Education Committee) this addendum proposal to >> complete production of the youth bicycling skills video "- Let's Start >> Biking!". Please let me know if this is satisfactory, our timeline is short >> so we are proceeding with completion as discussed previously. I will be >> working tomorrow and can come by to sign when it's convenient for you. >> Thanks. >> >> Nick Hein LCI# 1705 >> >> Director, Positive Spin >> 803 East Brockway Ave >> Morgantown, WV >> ph 304-276-0213 >> >> <2011_1122_BBKidsVideoContractAdd.pdf> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Youth Bike Skills video - Addendum to original contract
by Frank Gmeindl 22 Nov '11

22 Nov '11

Jeff, Nick, The proposal looks OK to me. 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 On Nov 22, 2011, at 3:34 PM, director wrote: > Jeff, Frank, > Positive Spin is pleased to provide the City of Morgantown (in cooperation with the Bicycle Board/Education Committee) this addendum proposal to complete production of the youth bicycling skills video "- Let's Start Biking!". Please let me know if this is satisfactory, our timeline is short so we are proceeding with completion as discussed previously. I will be working tomorrow and can come by to sign when it's convenient for you. > Thanks. > Nick Hein LCI# 1705 > Director, Positive Spin > 803 East Brockway Ave > Morgantown, WV > ph 304-276-0213 > > <2011_1122_BBKidsVideoContractAdd.pdf>

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Re: [Bikeboard] Dec. 1 BB meeting
by director 21 Nov '11

21 Nov '11

Frank, With Robby back in town we plan to have the Kids' Video done by Thursday. I know it will be a busy meeting, but if we could have 20 minutes to show the video and get comments I think it would be good - rather than waiting til January. Robby, Arathy and I met today to plan the filming and editing to get it done. I'll have a supplemental statement of work to Jeff Mikorski tomorrow showing the work and expense planned for completion. It will be good to see this done. In the meantime, Robby is preparing a short version of the video with the best material we have to date (demonstration scenes that showed less-than-ideal riding will be removed) so we have something deliverable just in case everything falls through between now and Thursday. We plan to film Friday and have started lining up actors so don't expect any problems. Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Sent 11/21/2011 3:19:12 PM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Dec. 1 BB meeting Bicycle Board Members, I usually create and send the agenda for the monthly BB meeting the weekend before the meeting. With this weekend being Thanksgiving weekend, I would like to complete and send the agenda this Wednesday. Two items we probably should discuss are Jim Rye's replacement and the Bicycle Friendly Community award application. To save meeting time, please identify potential candidates to replace Jim Rye, confirm with them that they'd want to serve and reply-to-all to this message with their names and invite them to the meeting. I'm suggesting we discuss the Bicycle Friendly Community award application to help the teams that volunteered to write the application. Following is status of on-going activities. Let me know which, if any, you want me to put on the agenda for discussion at the meeting. If I missed something, let me know. Distributed preliminary first draft of Morgantown Bicycling Plan to key stakeholders: Terrence Moore, Jeff Mikorski, Terry Hough, Ed Preston, Chris Fletcher, Mark Wise, Tom Arnold, Bill Austin, Fouad Shoukry, Perry Keller and Wes Stafford. I requested their comments and changes by December 8. So far, I haven't heard from any of them. We need to get on the City Council's agenda to present. Thanks to Chet, he and I met with Damien and Jeff to discuss a joint Morgantown-Star City TEP grant application for a bicycle climbing lane from Star City Bridge to WVU Coliseum. Subsequently, Chet met with Star City Mayor Sharp. Unfortunately, Jeff later informed me that Morgantown will not apply for this funding because they're afraid it will jeopardize their application for street scape funding. We may still pursue it with Star City. Nick asked for $500 more to complete the video for 12-year old and younger cyclists. Two BB members replied to me and one replied to all with their agreement so I told Nick and Jeff that we're OK with it. Ryan taught 3 WVU students CCC TS101 class Nov. 3, 11, 13. Thanks, Ryan! Thanks to Hugh, we're just about complete establishing a 1-credit hour CCC course at WVU CPASS to be taught for the first time in Spring 2012. Participants will be able to take it for credit or through the Lifetime Activities program. Price is TBD. On Nov. 9, the Parking Authority approved bicycle lockers for 2 city garages. Chip is working on specifications to enable Tom Arnold to submit a purchase order. The City's 2012 budget has $5,500 for bicycle parking. The lockers will cost about $4,000. Trying to determine status of grant application that we submitted to Jeff Mikorski in September for him to submit to Bikes Belong for $10K to fund Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane from Eighth St. to Evansdale Dr.. Brandon Crawford, WVU Cycling Club rep has resigned. I've asked him to find/recommend a replacement. WVDOH replaced in-line drainage grates by Coliseum with bicycle-friendly grates. Remaining in-line grates to be replaced are on Westover Bridge, Walnut St. Bridge, South University Ave. northbound between Pleasant and Walnut. (We need to inventory in-line grates on campus.) Delivered to Paul Mattox, Ray LaHood, Earl Ray Tomblin, Joe Fisher, Asel Kennedy and Brent Walker, petition with 125 signatures to enable cyclists to cross Cheat Lake at Ice’s Ferry during bridge replacement. MPO Policy Board chaired by Joe Fisher planned to discuss the application and may write a support letter to DOH. I'm working on the education grant final report. In his completion of the Enforcement section of the BFA application, Chief Preston said that First Sergeant Matt McCabe "is an active member of the bicycle Advisory Committee". May I have your concurrence to invite Sergeant McCabe to join us as an ex-officio representing the MPD? Welcome Adam Henry! I would appreciate your replies to this message before the holiday. 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd:
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Nov '11

18 Nov '11

Please reply ASAP if you have any objection to Nick's proposal to spend $500 more to complete his video. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "director" <director(a)positivespin.org> > Date: November 18, 2011 2:50:56 PM EST > To: "Mikorski, Jeff" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > > Frank, Jeff, > We got some good news yesterday. Rob Rexroad, our original videographer, will be back in town Sunday nite and expects to be able to help us complete the video next week. I've drafted an estimate of completion time/cost for his review and will pass it on to you as soon as I hear back from him. SendI talked to Jeff Monday and he said there may still be some funds left in the grant to cover it if Frank agrees that this is the best use of it. Hope to hear back from Rob this morning and will pass on the estimate as soon as I do. My rough guess was 20hrs@$25/hr for $500 total cost. > > Nick Hein LCI# 1705 > Director, Positive Spin > 803 East Brockway Ave > Morgantown, WV > ph 304-276-0213

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Bicycling Education Materials
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Nov '11

16 Nov '11

Bicycle Board Members, Confident City Cycling materials are now available to you at Mountaineer Station, the new multi-modal transportation facility underneath the Medical PRT station. To collect any materials, please call Mary Ann Barrill at 304-293-5915. She will take you to the storeroom and let you in. To ensure that we restock materials before they run out and to track were they're going, Mary Ann will ask you to record on a spreadsheet your name, date and the numbers and types of materials that you took. The materials consist of the following: * Street Smarts books * I Share the Road with Bicycles bumper stickers * Police information cards (business card size tri-fold with bicyclist rules on one side and motorist rules on the other) * Confident City Cycling business cards with contact info on the front and 5 steps to riding better on the back * Banner: 3' x 8' Same Roads, Same Rights, Same Rules with photo of gunnar, Betsy and Ryan riding proudly down High St. * LAB Traffic Skills 101 text books and course administration forms Those materials aren't doing anybody any good in the storeroom so please get them and use them. If it's not convenient for you to get them, let me know and I'll get them for you. If Mary Ann is not available, her back-up is Barbara at 304-293-8857. 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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Fwd: November BB minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

Attached, please find the November BB minutes. Thank you! Betsy ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: "Shogren, Elizabeth (CDC/NIOSH/DRDS)" <edz4(a)cdc.gov> Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2011 14:04:35 +0000 Subject: November BB minutes To: "Elizabeth Shogren (elizabeth.schauer(a)gmail.com)" <elizabeth.schauer(a)gmail.com>

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e-mail addresses
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

Does anybody have the e-mail addresses of any of the following? Ray LaHood, Secretary, US Department of Transportation Earl Ray Tomblin, Governor of West Virginia Asel Kennedy, President Monongalia County Commission Joe Fisher, Chairman Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization I want to sent the Ice's Ferry Bridge petition to them but I can't find their e-mail addresses. BTW, the petition now has 288 signatures. If you haven't signed, you still can at http://www.PetitionOnline.com/IcesFrry/petition.html Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Draft WVU Transportation and Parking Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

Nancy, Thank you for giving the Morgantown Bicycle Board the opportunity to comment on the WVU Transportation and Parking Plan. Following are the Board's comments. We encourage the implementation of park-and-rides as described in sections 4f, 7, 14 and 19. We also encourage close coordination with the Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization as they update the Greater Morgantown Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). The current LRTP includes park-and-ride facilities. The Bicycle Board recommends that park-and-rides optimize the utilization of bicycles in addition to the shuttles mentioned in the WVU plan. Specifically, utilizing the rail trails from Star City (traffic coming in from I-79), and Sabraton (traffic coming in from I-68), could yield commute times comparable to motoring and would compensate for the hassles of parking downtown. Establishing bus stops at the same locations could provide travelers with true multi-modal alternatives. A park-and-ride on the north side of the Star City bridge would help even more with traffic. The City of Morgantown and Star City are currently developing a plan to make a bicycle climbing lane on Mon Blvd. from the Star City Bridge to the Coliseum and to extend the rail trail to meet the bottom of the climbing lane. The Bicycle Board encourages WVU to support this Morgantown-Star City project. With the current development of student apartments at University Town Center, enhanced bicycle access between the apartments and Star City could also connect more students to campus by bicycle. The Bicycle Board recommends deleting section 10 c. "A registration system for bicycles on campus should be explored. Many campuses make use of such a registration system." We see no benefit of such a system for bicyclists and it may discourage cycling. Bicyclists have the same rights to the roads as drivers of vehicles and are subject to the same duties. The Bicycle Board recommends that WVU establish an education program for students, faculty and staff to learn to bicycle effectively and make the program attractive to the community. The Bicycle Board encourages WVU to include an electric bike sharing system in the plan. Nearly 90 American universities, from New York University to the University of Alaska-Anchorage, offer some form of campus bike program. Morgantown's hills and traffic discourage bicycling. Electric bikes can effectively flatten the hills. Since more than 6 bicycles can occupy the same space as a car, electric bikes could drastically reduce traffic congestion. Being hilly with narrow streets and skyrocketing property values but covering a small area, WVU electric bike sharing could be an attractive while economical alternative to any of the current or planned WVU transportation systems. In closing, we observe that making it easy for people to drive motor vehicles and park them in and around campus sustains our traffic congestion problems and discourages alternatives. 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 On Oct 19, 2011, at 8:11 AM, Nancy Lohmann wrote: > Good morning. > > West Virginia University is in the process of revising its Transportation > and Parking Plan, which was last revised in 2007. I wanted to share a copy > of the draft plan with you and also invite your comments on it. A copy is > enclosed. Today or tomorrow the Plan will also be accesible through > http://transportation.wvu.edu/ <http://transportation.wvu.edu/> > > We are inviting comments until NOVEMBER 18. After that date, the > Transportation and Parking Advisory Committee will begin to modify the plan > considering the feedback received. > > Comments may be forwarded to TransParkPlan(a)mail.WVU.edu > <mailto:TransParkPlan@mail.WVU.edu> or TransPark Plan, P. O. Box 6205, WVU, > Morgantown, WV 26506-6205. > > I know this is a busy time of the year but we would welcome any advice that > you may be able to offer. Thanks. > > Nancy > > Nancy Lohmann, Ph.D. > Senior Advisor to the Vice President > for Administration and Finance > Professor of Social Work > 101 Stewart Hall > P.O. Box 6205 > West Virginia University > Morgantown, WV 26506-6205 > Phone: 304-293-9200 > Fax: 304-293-3493 > > > > > <TransParkPlan-10-19-11.pdf>

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Fwd: Wiles Hill zoning appeal
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Nov '11

14 Nov '11

BB members, Who will go to the BZA hearing Wednesday, 6:30 pm? Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: November 14, 2011 10:13:59 AM EST > To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org>, "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Cc: "Maria Smith" <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, "Jonathan Rosenbaum" <freesource(a)cheat.org>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Mary Gutmann" <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, "Sera Janson Zegre" <sera(a)downstreamstrategies.com>, "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>, "Sarah Bias" <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, "Angela Wiley" <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, "Matt Cross" <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, "Ilana Chertok" <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Michael Graham" <migraham(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>, "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Jim Rye" <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Joshua Woods" <Joshua.Woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Roy Nutter" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Stanley Cohen" <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "David Small" <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, "Ella Belling" <ella(a)montrails.org>, "Claire Chantler" <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, "Jan Derry" <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, "Nick Hein" <info(a)positivespin.org>, "Regina Mayolo" <reginam(a)verizon.net>, "Kevin Leyden" <kleyden(a)wvu.edu>, "Dave Harshbarger" <harshbargerd(a)wvuh.com>, "Jimmie Simmons" <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com> > Subject: Re: Fwd: Wiles Hill zoning appeal > > I believe there was an error about the Board of Zoning Appeals meeting. It is the 3rd Wednesday of each month per Morgantown web site, which places it this Wed (11/16). A quick review of this group's minutes makes me think the bicycle & pedestrian communities need a stronger voice on this board to encourage more responsible development. > My meeting mojo is about tapped out...any volunteers to attend to hold feet to the fire? > Christiaan > > >>> On 11/14/2011 at 10:05 AM, <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: > Bicycle Board Members, > > Stewart Street is part of the nascent Morgantown Bike Route and I know that some of us use Wellen and Lorentz to get from Stewart to Jones. > > Looking at the "progress" on Wiles Hill, in a few years, all it will be huge apartment complexes, 2 or more cars for every apartment and no space left to do anything with the streets. As far as I know, pedestrians and bicyclists are ignored. > > What do you want to do about this? (I only just received the message below. Apparently, their was a public hearing on November 10 that we missed.) > > 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: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> >> Date: November 14, 2011 9:25:01 AM EST >> To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dave Harshbarger <harshbargerd(a)wvuh.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Michael Graham <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Sera Janson Zegre <sera(a)downstreamstrategies.com> >> Subject: Wiles Hill zoning appeal >> Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> >> >> All - >> Please find below information re: the zoning variance on Stewart Street. Has pedestrian traffic flow from these properties been addressed? >> I suggest contacting your council person. >> Christiaan >> ------------- >> Folks: We just received a notice from the City's Planning Division for a proposed "Development of Significant Impact Site Plan" petition in our R-2 neighborhood for a proposed 20 two-bedroom dwelling on upper Stewart Street between Wellen and Lorenze Avenue (lower side of Stewart St. of which construction is now under way). The Planning Commission Hearing for this petition is scheduled for Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 6:30 pm to decide on the conditional use and discuss the two variances. >> >> Under R-2 zoning 11 units are allowed. The BZA will have to approve the request for two variances which request a 2.5-foot set-back (10 feet is the minimum front setback standard) and also a variance to exceed the maximum building height requirement of 2.5 stories - the petition is for a 4 story building. >> >> I would suggest that our neighborhood oppose this plan (petition) on the basis of: 1) it is outside the character of existing dwellings on upper Stewart Street, 2) it will have a major impact on one of the major gateways to our Wiles Hill - Highland Park Neighborhood, 3) it appears that satellite parking is already underway on the upper side of Stewart Street for this large dwelling (s), and 4) this will set a precedent for further consideration of petitioners requesting conditional uses and variances in an established R-2 neighborhood, 5) with the high level of traffic on Stewart Street a 2.5 front set-back is a safety issue (most dwellings are at least 6-10 feet from the sidewalk on Stewart Street. >> ------------ >> >> Walk more, safely >> >> Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board >> Christiaan Abildso, Chair >> Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair >> http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm >

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Fwd: Wiles Hill zoning appeal
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Nov '11

14 Nov '11

Bicycle Board Members, Stewart Street is part of the nascent Morgantown Bike Route and I know that some of us use Wellen and Lorentz to get from Stewart to Jones. Looking at the "progress" on Wiles Hill, in a few years, all it will be huge apartment complexes, 2 or more cars for every apartment and no space left to do anything with the streets. As far as I know, pedestrians and bicyclists are ignored. What do you want to do about this? (I only just received the message below. Apparently, their was a public hearing on November 10 that we missed.) 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: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: November 14, 2011 9:25:01 AM EST > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dave Harshbarger <harshbargerd(a)wvuh.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Michael Graham <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Mary Gutmann <maryg1010(a)comcast.net>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Sera Janson Zegre <sera(a)downstreamstrategies.com> > Subject: Wiles Hill zoning appeal > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > All - > Please find below information re: the zoning variance on Stewart Street. Has pedestrian traffic flow from these properties been addressed? > I suggest contacting your council person. > Christiaan > ------------- > Folks: We just received a notice from the City's Planning Division for a proposed "Development of Significant Impact Site Plan" petition in our R-2 neighborhood for a proposed 20 two-bedroom dwelling on upper Stewart Street between Wellen and Lorenze Avenue (lower side of Stewart St. of which construction is now under way). The Planning Commission Hearing for this petition is scheduled for Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 6:30 pm to decide on the conditional use and discuss the two variances. > > Under R-2 zoning 11 units are allowed. The BZA will have to approve the request for two variances which request a 2.5-foot set-back (10 feet is the minimum front setback standard) and also a variance to exceed the maximum building height requirement of 2.5 stories - the petition is for a 4 story building. > > I would suggest that our neighborhood oppose this plan (petition) on the basis of: 1) it is outside the character of existing dwellings on upper Stewart Street, 2) it will have a major impact on one of the major gateways to our Wiles Hill - Highland Park Neighborhood, 3) it appears that satellite parking is already underway on the upper side of Stewart Street for this large dwelling (s), and 4) this will set a precedent for further consideration of petitioners requesting conditional uses and variances in an established R-2 neighborhood, 5) with the high level of traffic on Stewart Street a 2.5 front set-back is a safety issue (most dwellings are at least 6-10 feet from the sidewalk on Stewart Street. > ------------ > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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Look into the Crystal Ball
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Nov '11

11 Nov '11

I found most fascinating: http://bikeportland.org/2011/11/08/guest-dispatch-from-munich-where-cycle-t… Written by Portland OR (bicycle mode share 2-8%) transportation planner on his visit to Munich and how they're dealing with bicycle mode share increase to 17%. Is this like seeing 30 years into the future? Frank

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Fwd: PBIC News: New Study of US Bike Sharing Programs to Begin
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Nov '11

11 Nov '11

FYI Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: November 11, 2011 12:54:25 PM EST > To: Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Danielle Williams <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Fw: PBIC News: New Study of US Bike Sharing Programs to Begin > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > FYI... > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: PBIC News <PBIC_News(a)mail.vresp.com> > To: walkmgw(a)yahoo.com > Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2011 3:50 PM > Subject: PBIC News: New Study of US Bike Sharing Programs to Begin > > > November 10, 2011 > > New Study of US Bike Sharing Programs to Begin > > CHAPEL HILL, NC — The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) and Toole Design Group announced today that they will be conducting an independent, national study of current bike sharing programs in the United States. The PBIC is funded through a cooperative agreement with the Federal Highway Administration. The final report with an anticipated release timeframe of approximately eight months will be a resource of information about the implementation of the different bike sharing schemes and provide a guide for cities that are considering investments in bike sharing infrastructure. > > The study will explore the evolution of bike sharing in the US, define success factors, explore funding models, explain demographic and geographic trends affecting the implementation of programs, recommend a step-by-step approach for implementation in cities in the start-up phase and will discuss measures to increase demand and expansion of existing programs. > > The research team will solicit information on bike share program implementation from State, County and City Departments of Transportation (DOT) charged with implementing bike sharing programs in their localities. The project will be guided by a National Bike Sharing Committee comprised of experts from implementing agencies. The Committee will help facilitate the exchange of best practices and ideas on different program goals, infrastructure requirements, funding programs and system sustainability, vendor selection and management, and community engagement which are necessary for development and expansion of a bike sharing system. > > For more information please contact Mauricio Hernandez, Toole Design at (301) 927-1900 or via email at mhernandez(a)tooledesign.com, or Carl Sundstrom, PBIC at (919) 843-4963 or via email at sundstrom(a)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 > > 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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Bicycle Plan to Perry Keller?
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Nov '11

11 Nov '11

Bicycle Board Members, May I have your concurrence to send our preliminary Bicycle Plan to Perry Kelly, WVDOT Bike/Ped Coordinator? If I do not hear from you by Monday, I'll take that as your concurrence. Perry has always been intimately involved with the MPO. I must say that at the big meeting at which we presented the Mon Blvd. climbing lane to WVDOT/H, he was the WVDOT rep that said the state wouldn't pay for it. OTOH, he rode with us at the MPO conference last year. Frankly, until I read the WVDOT web page quoted below, did I know that within the WVDOT, he had a role in bicycling. I thought that was Bill Robinson's job but I also know that Bill has moved on. Tonight, before the MPO CAC meeting, Bill Austin told me that Perry asked him for a copy of our Bicycle Plan. If you concur, I will simply forward to him the same message that I sent to the other stakeholders. Here's the WVDOT web page on bike/ped: > Bike/Ped > The ISTEA (Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act) of 1991 began a new perception of transportation in the United States. For the first time, alternative transportation was written into legislation that had previously focused exclusively on motor vehicles and their role in the nation’s transportation network. United States Code 23 – 217 states: > > “Each State …shall… fund in the State department of transportation a position > of bicycle and pedestrian coordinator for promoting and facilitating the increased > use of non-motorized modes of transportation, including developing facilities for > the use of pedestrians and bicyclists and public education, promotional, and safety > programsor using such facilities.” > > This position would be tasked to: > > Plan and manage new programs in the areas of non-motorized accommodations, safety, educational materials, enforcement materials, courses, and recreation. > Assist in development of State and MPO level bicycle and pedestrian facility plans. > Develop safety and promotional information through printed materials, videos, TV spots, press releases, interviews, and promotional activities. > Develop (or prepare)… …, maps showing bicycle and pedestrian routes, safety information, and answer inquiries from citizens. > Arrange for... …events, including conferences, workshops, and other public and technical information presentations. > Develop, review, and update State's Comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan. > Serve as principal contact with Federal, state and local agencies, the press, citizen organizations, and individuals on matters relating to bicycles and pedestrians. > Review projects for conformity with design standards…” > > (FHWA Policy Memorandums "Designation of Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinators within State Departments of Transportation) > > Within the West Virginia Division of Highways, the emphasis has been on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator to serve as a principle contact for citizens seeking information and the opportunity to express themselves on bicycle pedestrian issues. > > Another area receiving emphasis is cooperating with Engineering Division to ensure West Virginia Division of Highways Design Directives areas are followed when determining whether to incorporate bicycle/pedestrian elements into WVDOH projects. > > The WVDOH is also working on the organization of signed bike routes in West Virginia. The first step of this effort is to develop a map of these routes. Preliminary work has been completed on the initial routes and the first edition of the map of these routes should be posted to this site soon. > > The WVDOH bicycle/pedestrian coordinator has also worked closely with various organizations and local jurisdictions to develop facilities in conformity with design standards. > > With the constantly evolving nature of transportation in West Virginia, the WVDOH is aware that alternative transportation, particularly the bicycle/pedestrian mode, is increasing and we are determined to maintain a leadership position in this dynamic transportation mode. > > > > Bike/Ped Program > Perry Keller, Program Coordinator > Phone: 304 558-9591 > Fax: 304 558-3783 > Email: Perry Keller Frank

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Retain cyclists' right to the road
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Nov '11

09 Nov '11

Today, I sent a message to Senator Manchin http://manchin.senate.gov/contact_form.cfm asking him to vote against a bill http://tinyurl.com/3fd336k UP FOR VOTE TODAY that contains a provision that would prohibit bicyclists from riding on the road. If you want to continue to ride on the roads, I recommend that you also take action. Frank Here's what I sent: Concerning: A BILL To reauthorize Federal-aid highway and highway safety construction programs, and for other purposes. I urge you to vote against this bill because it eliminates bicyclists' access to public roads. With today's traffic congestion, obesity and poor air quality, we should be promoting bicycling, not discouraging or even prohibiting it. The bill has adverse effects on funding and contains a mandatory sidepath provision that prohibits bicyclists from using the road. Get-bikes-off-the road provisions like this one were deleted from the laws of most states which had them in the 1970s. This is on Page 226 of the bill: (d) BICYCLE SAFETY.The Secretary of the appropriate Federal land management agency shall prohibit the use of bicycles on each federally owned road that has a speed limit of 30 miles per hour or greater and an adjacent paved path for use by bicycles within 100 yards of the road. Even if the trail is in very bad shape, and the road is perfectly safe, the Secretary will have no leeway to allow cyclists to continue to use the road if a trail is available. This is very bad policy. Among other things it would end biking on portions of the Rock Creek Parkway where the speed limit is 35 mph. Note that this applies not only to roads in parks but to any Federally-owned road. If there’s a trail within 100 years of a road, then to get to a destination on the other side of the road this law would require you to lug your bicycle through some environmentally-sensitive area in a National Park, or through private property, or swim across a river. If the trail is covered with snow but the road is clear, you would still have to use the trail. The legislation does not even state that the trail has to serve the same destinations as the road, or refer to any standards for design, etc. The conclusion the states reached in the 1970s is based on a simple principle: let bicyclists decide. If the trail is better than the road, they will use it. Furthermore, the Federal Government does not have jurisdiction over traffic laws. The states do. The predictable outcome is dozens of court battles which will be an embarrassment to the Congress. There also is liability exposure in restricting bicyclists to a substandard path.

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Racks
by Gunnar Shogren 09 Nov '11

09 Nov '11

We have a hard enough time just getting nice simple racks- http://dcist.com/2011/11/artistic_bike_racks.php#photo-1 Their sidewalks sure do look wide though too.

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Morgantown Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Nov '11

08 Nov '11

Dear Public Officials, Please find attached, the first preliminary Morgantown Bicycle Plan developed by the Bicycle Board. Within the next few days, you will also receive a paper copy. Please review the plan and give me your comments by December 7. We would like to include the plan in a February application to the League of American Bicyclists' for the Bicycle Friendly Community award. Since you are a key stakeholder in the plan, we want you to make it your plan. We will revise it to address your comments. We will ask you to approve the revision before we release it to the public. Please provide me your comments in whatever way is most convenient for you. You could open the attached MS Word document and mark it up using track changes and comments, or you could mark up the hard copy with pen and ink, or you could write your comments in an e-mail message, or you could simply tell me what you think. If you would like to discuss the plan, please contact me at your earliest convenience. 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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BB October minutes
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Nov '11

02 Nov '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, the minutes of our last meeting. Frank

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Agenda for tomorrow's BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Nov '11

02 Nov '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, a suggested agenda for tomorrow's meeting. Frank

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Fwd: Reminder: SGA safety walk today (Nov 1) at 5:00
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Nov '11

01 Nov '11

FYI: Safety walk today. 5 pm Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: November 1, 2011 9:37:57 AM EDT > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dave Harshbarger <harshbargerd(a)wvuh.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Michael Graham <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Hunt <jimhunt(a)sunnysideupwv.org>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Reminder: SGA safety walk today (Nov 1) at 5:00 > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > All- Please make every attempt to attend the SGA walk today at 5:00. They will be meeting in the Bluestone Room in the Mountianlair and could use as many people as possible to cover a large area of Morgantown! > If my children cooperate I will be there. I'm on daddy day care duty this evening. > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu> > To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com>; Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Dave Harshbarger <harshbargerd(a)wvuh.com>; Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>; George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>; Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>; Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>; Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>; Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>; Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Michael Graham <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>; Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>; Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > Sent: Monday, October 31, 2011 5:09 PM > Subject: Re: Pedestrian Safety Board - another letter in the works > Hey Everyone: > > I know that I sent an invite out to everyone concerning the Student Government Safety walk that I will be hosting tomorrow at 5 pm. I wanted to get in contact withEVERYONE on the PSB for their help. As my position within Student Government I represent the safety concerns that affect the student body of WVU but I truly don't look at that as my position. I look at it as I represent the safety concerns of every citizen who lives, works, or just simply goes to school here in Morgantown. > > In the next few weeks I will be submitting a report to almost every major Representative here in Morgantown. The WVU Board of Govanors, the Presidents office, City Council, City and County Sheriff offices..... and the list goes on if you get my point! > > The report is going to be prob 40-60 pages worth of safety concerns within Morgantown. The issue that I have that there is no WAY that I can cover all of Mon County in 1 safety walk. So for those of you who live out in Saberton, Suncrest, Cheat Lake (I'm not even sure if that's considered Mon County) please I need help on this report because I don't have a car and it would be difficult for me to go out in those area. > > I receive all your emails back and forth about issues that I simply have no idea about because I live in the downtown area. Jan the University Av area is a complete mess! So what ever you guys may have that could help me in my report PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE send it to me. We can't get anything done unless we are extremely active!! > > Before I submit anything to anyone the draft copy of the report will be sent to everyone on the Morgantown Pedestrian. Safety Board. I look forward from hearing from everyone soon. > > Dave Small > WVU SGA Director of Safety > 304-276-6806 > dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu

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FW: "Share the Road" signs for Mileground and Easton Hill Roads
by Bill Austin 31 Oct '11

31 Oct '11

Jim, Thank you for forwarding the request to me. By copy of this email I am forwarding your concern to DOH. I will let you know that the DOH is in the process of developing a policy for the installation of Share the Road signs. This should make responding to this type of request easier. 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 "Things alter for the worse spontaneously, if they be not altered for the better designedly." ~Francis Bacon "Faced with the choice between changing one's mind and proving that there is no need to do so, almost everyone gets busy on the proof." ~John Kenneth Galbraith From: jimrye_adelphia1(a)comcast.net [mailto:jimrye_adelphia1@comcast.net] Sent: Saturday, October 29, 2011 2:10 PM To: baustin(a)labyrinth.net Cc: bikeboard(a)cheat.org Subject: "Share the Road" signs for Mileground and Easton Hill Roads Hi Bill, I would like WVDOH to place "share the road" signs on the Mileground and Easton Hill Roads (Highway 119). I provide below a brief rationale for my request, which I make as a Morgantown citizen and not as a member of the Morgantown Bike Board. Could I make that request through you to the DOH, and if not, could you please send me the email of an individual at DOH who would be the best recipient for such request? Thank you. Rationale: Currently, “share the road” signs are on Highway 705. However, bicycle commuters who travel 705 find that these signs "dead end" when 705 intersects 119. The addition of these signs along 119 may not result in fewer bicyclist-automobile accidents, however, this reminder to motorists may reduce the hostility (including verbal) displayed by some motorists towards bicyclists. While I realize that motorists are supposed to have learned in Drivers Training that they are required by law to share the road with bicyclists, my experience as a bicycle commuter traveling the above mentioned roads is that some motorists need a reminder. When bicyclists are hollered at or passed too closely (and so on) by motorists, the bicyclist is frightened and less likely to continue commuting. This discourages the use of alternative transportation, which, in turn, contributes to rather than lessens traffic congestion. Another reason to extend the network of these signs is that a consolidated “green school” (Eastwood) is being constructed in the immediate vicinity. jimrye_adelphia1(a)comcast.net "The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson _____ No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1411 / Virus Database: 2092/3980 - Release Date: 10/28/11

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Fwd: comments on WVU parking and transportation plan
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Oct '11

29 Oct '11

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Jim Rye" <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: October 29, 2011 4:36:55 PM EDT > To: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Cc: "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] comments on WVU parking and transportation plan > > Oops, sorry Frank. They are pasted below. I already sent them directly to the email provided.. > > I am so pleased to see the incorporation of bicycling for transportation in your plan, which is available for comment at http://transportation.wvu.edu/trans_and_park_plan. Bicycling represents not only a means to reduce motor vehicle congestion and concomitant emissions (e..g, carbon dioxide), but it helps to prevent and mitigate obesity (WVU often is #1 or "close" among all states on the rate of obesity). As a state leader in medicine and as an institution that offers the doctorate degree in public health, WVU should be a major player in reducing air pollution and mitigating the obesity epidemic. > > As a WVU employee who regularly commutes via bicycle to work (Evansdale campus), I believe the single most important action you can take to enhance bicycling as an alternative form of transportation is under assumption 10, item b. (pasted at the end of this message). The last sentence in item b. needs clarification and elaboration. It is critical that "spokes" be established that connect the Caperton/Deckers Creek trails with the WVU campuses. Tremendous progress can be made on this endeavor without laying more asphalt for new trails/infrastructure. It would, however, necessitate signage that would designate certain existing roads as bike routes, and ideally, these roads would also have Sharrow signs on the road surface ( http://tp.osu.edu/sharrows/ ) and "share the road" and "bike route to _______" signs along the roads. Additionally, although motorists are required by law to share the road with cyclists, many novice cyclists will not perceive that they are safe in using bicycles for transportation without some type of physical separation from motorists. Accordingly, where space allows (e.g., Mon Blvd between Coliseum and Seneca Center), bike lanes should be established and maintained. Finally, for any infrastructure that attempts to increase bicycle use for transportation, every effort should be made to make such infrastructure safe for the bicyclist, e.g., removing such obstacles as road indentations from sewer grates and sewer grates running parallel to the roadway, and providing adequate space between parking and a designated bike lane to prevent bicyclists from getting "doored" (http://www.labreform.org/pretending.html). > > Additionally, as part of Assumption 11, once the bicyclist is on a WVU campus, the above mentioned signage needs to continue, and one campus needs to be connected to another (e.g., Evansdale and Health Sciences--especially Mountaineer station) with such signage. In reference to connecting Evansdale campus to Mountaineer station, the sidewalk that runs between the Alumni Center and Mountaineer Station is one place that some additional asphalt could be used: It could be widened and converted to a trail/route that accommodates cyclists and pedestrians. > > Thank you for the opportunity to comment. > PASTED FROM ASSUMPTION 10 IN THE 2011 PLAN: > > b. Bike trails begin and end at several accessible locations around > Morgantown. Particular attention should be paid to creating accessible > locations that will lead between the Caperton Trail, Decker's Creek Trail > and campus. Additional transit may be required between those locations > and campus to encourage bike use. > > > > > James A. Rye, Professor > West Virginia University > Department of Curriculum & Instruction/Literacy Studies > PO Box 6122 > 604 Allen Hall > Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 > jim.rye(a)mail.wvu.edu > Phone: (304) 293-4416 > Fax: (304) 293-3802 > Web: > http://depts.hre.wvu.edu/c&ils/currinst/rye.html > "The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson > >>> Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> 10/29/2011 4:29 PM >>> > Jim, > > Please see my October 19 message to the BB: > >> From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >> Date: October 19, 2011 9:43:04 AM EDT >> To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> >> Subject: Fwd: Draft WVU Transportation and Parking Plan >> >> Bicycle Board Members, >> >> By November 16, please send your comments on the WVU Transportation and Parking Plan to me w/cc to Hugh. I will compile them and send them to Nancy Lohman. >> >> 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: Nancy Lohmann <nlohmann(a)wvu.edu> >> Date: October 19, 2011 8:11:39 AM EDT >> To: Tom Arnold <tarnold(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Morgantown Parking Authority <parking(a)morgantown.com>, Morgantown City Council <citycouncil(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Terrence Moore <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Chris Fletcher <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Asel Kennedy <MonCom(a)aol.com>, Bill Austin <info(a)plantogether.org>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, David Bruffy <bruffy(a)busride.org> >> Cc: Narvel Weese <narvel.weese(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Randal Hudak <randy.hudak(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.WVU.edu> >> Subject: Draft WVU Transportation and Parking Plan >> >> Good morning. >> >> West Virginia University is in the process of revising its Transportation >> and Parking Plan, which was last revised in 2007. I wanted to share a copy >> of the draft plan with you and also invite your comments on it. A copy is >> enclosed. Today or tomorrow the Plan will also be accesible through >> http://transportation.wvu.edu/ <http://transportation.wvu.edu/> >> >> We are inviting comments until NOVEMBER 18. After that date, the >> Transportation and Parking Advisory Committee will begin to modify the plan >> considering the feedback received. >> >> Comments may be forwarded to TransParkPlan(a)mail.WVU.edu >> <mailto:TransParkPlan@mail.WVU.edu> or TransPark Plan, P. O. Box 6205, WVU, >> Morgantown, WV 26506-6205. >> >> I know this is a busy time of the year but we would welcome any advice that >> you may be able to offer. Thanks. >> >> Nancy >> >> Nancy Lohmann, Ph.D. >> Senior Advisor to the Vice President >> for Administration and Finance >> Professor of Social Work >> 101 Stewart Hall >> P.O. Box 6205 >> West Virginia University >> Morgantown, WV 26506-6205 >> Phone: 304-293-9200 >> Fax: 304-293-3493 > > > So far, Ryan Post has submitted comments that you should have received. Are you not receiving messages to bikeboard(a)cheat.org mailing list? > > Thanks for the reminder! > > Frank > > On Oct 29, 2011, at 4:02 PM, Jim Rye wrote: > >> Hi Jeffrey, Bill, and Morgantown Bike Board Members, >> >> You likely know that a draft transportation plan that would cover transportation and parking efforts by WVU between July 1, 2012 and June 30, 2017 is now available through Nov 18 for public comment at http://transportation.wvu.edu/trans_and_park_plan. >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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comments on WVU parking and transportation plan
by Jim Rye 29 Oct '11

29 Oct '11

Hi Jeffrey, Bill, and Morgantown Bike Board Members, You likely know that a draft transportation plan that would cover transportation and parking efforts by WVU between July 1, 2012 and June 30, 2017 is now available through Nov 18 for public comment at http://transportation.wvu.edu/trans_and_park_plan.

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"Share the Road" signs for Mileground and Easton Hill Roads
by jimrye_adelphia1＠comcast.net 29 Oct '11

29 Oct '11

Hi Bill, I would like WVDOH to place "share the road" signs on the Mileground and Easton Hill Roads (Highway 119). I provide below a brief rationale for my request, which I make as a Morgantown citizen and not as a member of the Morgantown Bike Board. Could I make that request through you to the DOH, and if not, could you please send me the email of an individual at DOH who would be the best recipient for such request? Thank you. Rationale: Currently, “share the road” signs are on Highway 705. However, bicycle commuters who travel 705 find that these signs "dead end" when 705 intersects 119. The addition of these signs along 119 may not result in fewer bicyclist-automobile accidents, however, this reminder to motorists may reduce the hostility (including verbal) displayed by some motorists towards bicyclists. While I realize that motorists are supposed to have learned in Drivers Training that they are required by law to share the road with bicyclists, my experience as a bicycle commuter traveling the above mentioned roads is that some motorists need a reminder. When bicyclists are hollered at or passed too closely (and so on) by motorists, the bicyclist is frightened and less likely to continue commuting. This discourages the use of alternative transportation, which, in turn, contributes to rather than lessens traffic congestion. Another reason to extend the network of these signs is that a consolidated “green school” (Eastwood) is being constructed in the immediate vicinity. jimrye_adelphia1(a)comcast.net "The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Fwd: SGA Safety Walk (Nov 1st)
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Oct '11

27 Oct '11

Bicycle Board Members, Since so many college age people ride bicycles on sidewalks, it seems appropriate that the BB should be aware of the WVU SGA (Student Government Association?) "safety walk" planned for Nov. 1. Maybe even somebody from the BB might want to participate. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: October 27, 2011 12:19:12 PM EDT > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dave Harshbarger <harshbargerd(a)wvuh.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Michael Graham <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Hunt <jimhunt(a)sunnysideupwv.org>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Fw: SGA Safety Walk (Nov 1st) > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > All - > Please see note from SGA representative on our board, David Small...a very worthwhile project being undertaken by SGA on Nov 1st. Please do all that you can to attend, and bring a camera (ahem, Mike B - our professional photographer!) > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > ----- Forwarded Message ----- > From: David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu> > To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Sent: Wednesday, October 26, 2011 8:19 PM > Subject: SGA Safety Walk > Christiaan: > Sorry for taking a week to get back in contact with you. I was in DC all last week for a Model UN conference and I had to put SGA on the side for a week! I wanted to get dates and times cleared up before I sent a final email on the logistics. > > The Safety walk will be Tuesday November 1st at 5 pm. We will meet up in a room to be determined in the next day or two and have a quick power point presentation on what we are looking for. Then will we split up into small groups covering 5-6 key areas either on or off campus surrounding the downtown area. Another group will go to Evansdale, but there seems to not be to many safety concerns on that side of town. Everyone going will be required to try there best to take pictures so I can get a report to WVU officials before thanksgiving break. Please invite as many people as possible. The more people we have the more ground we can cover in an hour and 1/2. Around 6:45 we will return to the Mountianlair for a quick wrap up! If you have any questions or ideas to add to the walk please let me know! Dave Smalldsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu 304-276-6806

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Pedestrian Safety Board - another letter in the works
by Chip Wamsley 27 Oct '11

27 Oct '11

As a former board member of Main Street Morgantown, I can say that this is not the first time this has been discussed. When WVU redid the downtown campus curbing over 15 years ago it was also discussed making the area in front of Woodburn and the Mtn Lair into a ped mall. Both that and blocking the downtown were opposed in favor of keeping traffic flowing through the downtown. One reason Morgantown's downtown is not like Fairmont's or Clarksburg's is that the traffic flow keeps those businesses alive. There are many issues to consider such as state routes and truck deliveries to merchants which usually aren't problems in areas with proper sized alleys behind businesses. Bike access is also going to be affected, so we should be in the loop, but I don't see us endorsing the plan without specifics. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Gunnar Shogren" <gshogren(a)gmail.com> Sent 10/27/2011 11:26:33 AM To: "Graber, Stephen" <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> Cc: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org>, "Abildso, Christiaan" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Pedestrian Safety Board - another letter in the works While I like the idea of a ped Mall, and I thought that the way Charlotesville, VA was nice (not allowing bikes, which wasn't a deal breaker for me), I hadn't thought about the lack of parade space and that sort of thing. I've lived here a while and it's quite the common place thing for me, but Betsy is still astounded that there are so many parades and such downtown. It would be bad to not have that. I think we really need a diversion for truck traffic through dahntawn and no traffic through the main WVU campus. But I guess that's for another topic... On Thu, Oct 27, 2011 at 11:16 AM, Graber, Stephen <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> wrote: > I'm not sure I think a pedestrian mall is a good idea for Morgantown. We > would lose much of our character and become less distinguishable from the > many other small university towns with pedestrian malls. Charlottesville, > VA and Burlington, VT are two with which I've had some experience as I've > lived in both those places. One immediate effect is to send a lot of > shopping traffic away from the downtowns to the outlying "malls". That > might be even worse here considering the dirth of access our downtown > faces. And where would we have all those wonderful parades? > > I'm sure in the end many better heads than mine will be needed to sort > through the impact of the various options and as long as enough time is > devoted to careful planning and study I'm sure it will work out for the > best. Let's just not rush headlong into a solution that's been applied > elsewhere and hope it works well for us. > 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)cheat.org [bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org] On Behalf Of > Ryan Post [rpostwvu(a)gmail.com] > Sent: Thursday, October 27, 2011 11:03 AM > To: 'Frank Gmeindl'; 'Bicycle Board' > Cc: Abildso, Christiaan > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Pedestrian Safety Board - another letter in > the works > > Wow. There’s some aggressive ideas being thrown around now-a-days. I’ve > spent some time at the Charlottesville mall, and it’s a unique kind of > place, with lots of outdoor dining area right there in the open corridor. > > > > I would think it would fit the college night time scene quite nicely, when > often the sidewalks are totally jammed up. > > > > High St seems to obvious location, but there would be a lot of parking > eliminated, as well as traffic shifted down to an already busy US19 > (whatever name it has), and the Stores are already designed around High > being “Main St”. > > > > Chestnut street would have less impact on traffic, although I wonder how the > stores that currently face High Street would feel. Chestnut is quite narrow, > and I don’t think would feel as open. Nor would there be much space for > seating outside on the mall. > > > > The Charlottesville mall does not allow you to ride a bike on it, you have > to dismount. This presents an issue to cyclists if Chestnut and Spruce stay > the same, since you now have to go down to an even busier US19, or push your > bike for 4 blocks downhill. > > > > Ryan > > > > From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On > Behalf Of Frank Gmeindl > Sent: Thursday, October 27, 2011 10:23 AM > To: Bicycle Board > Cc: Christiaan Abildso > Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Pedestrian Safety Board - another letter in the > works > > > > Bicycle Board Members, > > > > Let me know if you would support converting downtown to a pedestrian mall. > If a majority does, I'll suggest adding the Bicycle Board to the signatory > list. > > > > Frank > > > > Begin forwarded message: > > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > Date: October 27, 2011 8:21:57 AM EDT > > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson > <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dave > Harshbarger <harshbargerd(a)wvuh.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, > Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley > <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry > <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Jonathan > Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, > Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Michael Graham > <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias > <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias > <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > > Cc: Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, > Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis > <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank > Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim > Hunt <jimhunt(a)sunnysideupwv.org>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Josh Woods > <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Matt > Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, > Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, > Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > > Subject: Pedestrian Safety Board - another letter in the works > > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > > > All - > > In the interest of full disclosure, I've drafted a letter (attached) and > floated it to some potential partners (listed a co-signers of the letter) > including SPAN, GNA, Main St Morgantown, Urban Landscape Commission, etc. > re: studying the impact on downtown vehicular traffic of closing 1) Chestnut > from Willey to Pleasant or 2) High St from Willey to Pleasant (with > simultaneous restructuring of Spruce to be 2-way) to vehicles. The goal > would be a pedestrian street or mall downtown. We may spend some time on > this at our next PSB meeting, Nov 7th, to edit/approvie it depending on > discussions with potential partners on this idea. If others aren't > interested and the PSB is not we will not ask the city to ask the state to > study the traffic implications. > > Some explanation of why the letter came about in the text of email I've sent > to potential coalition below. > > Christiaan > > ----------------------- > > I have had separate conversations with each of you, or identified you as > logical partners with interest in developing a pedestrian mall to further > improve our downtown for downtown businesses, residents, nearby neighbors, > and visitors. During a recent presentation of the downtown traffic study by > Andrew Nichols of the Rahall Transportation Institute (as a WVDOT > consultant) discussion focused almost exclusively on pedestrian flow and > improving downtown to better support pedestrians. Andrew indicated that, > with the data he and his group collected about trip origins, destinations, > and time, they could model the impact of any change to traffic flow or > signalization on vehicular traffic time and congestion. Many informal > discussions with my colleagues - easily a biased sample - tells me that > young people and young parents would welcome a downtown pedestrian mall. > > > > With that backdrop I ask if now may be the most appropriate time to better > understand what impact creating a downtown pedestrian only access for High > Street (with simultaneous change to make Spruce a two-way street) or > Chestnut Street may have. I'm sure one of the major concerns of downtown > businesses is that store traffic would decrease because fewer vehicles > (thus, shoppers) would come through downtown. Well, there's only one way to > find out...we have to ask. > > > > I would like, therefore, to assemble a coalition of the many stakeholders to > ask the City via the City Manager to request the modeling be done by the > WVDOT consultant and presented to the City (via Traffic Commission or in a > small meeting of the coalition. I've drafted a letter I'd ask that each of > you review, consider the request and ways to improve upon it, and consider > any additional parties/boards/commissions that should be included. Then, if > you're all on board, can we meet to discuss at an upcoming MSM, SPAN, Tree > Board, Green Team, or GNA meeting in early November? We may be able to host > a discussion during our 1st Monday-of-the-month Pedestrian Safety Board > meeting if so desired. > > > > WVDOT will only ask the consultant to perform the modeling if the City has > interest. Thus, as the multiple interested parties we have to band together > to show the City that businesses and residents are interested. They'll only > act if they know they have our support. > > > > This could be a great first step toward determining, using quantitative > data, the potential impacts of a downtown pedestrian street. > > I look forward to hearing from each of you, > > > > Walk more, safely > > > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Pedestrian Safety Board - another letter in the works
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Oct '11

27 Oct '11

Bicycle Board Members, Let me know if you would support converting downtown to a pedestrian mall. If a majority does, I'll suggest adding the Bicycle Board to the signatory list. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: October 27, 2011 8:21:57 AM EDT > To: Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Dave Harshbarger <harshbargerd(a)wvuh.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)frontier.com>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Michael Graham <migraham(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Tom Bias <tbias(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > Cc: Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Claire Chantler <cchantler(a)nwvcil.org>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Jim Hunt <jimhunt(a)sunnysideupwv.org>, Jim Rye <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Josh Woods <joshua.woods(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Kevin Leyden <Kevin.Leyden(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>, Michael Simms <michael.d.simms(a)gmail.com>, Mike Breiding <mike(a)EpicRoadTrips.us>, Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>, Roy Nutter <roy.nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Pedestrian Safety Board - another letter in the works > Reply-To: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > > All - > In the interest of full disclosure, I've drafted a letter (attached) and floated it to some potential partners (listed a co-signers of the letter) including SPAN, GNA, Main St Morgantown, Urban Landscape Commission, etc. re: studying the impact on downtown vehicular traffic of closing 1) Chestnut from Willey to Pleasant or 2) High St from Willey to Pleasant (with simultaneous restructuring of Spruce to be 2-way) to vehicles. The goal would be a pedestrian street or mall downtown. We may spend some time on this at our next PSB meeting, Nov 7th, to edit/approvie it depending on discussions with potential partners on this idea. If others aren't interested and the PSB is not we will not ask the city to ask the state to study the traffic implications. > Some explanation of why the letter came about in the text of email I've sent to potential coalition below. > Christiaan > ----------------------- > I have had separate conversations with each of you, or identified you as logical partners with interest in developing a pedestrian mall to further improve our downtown for downtown businesses, residents, nearby neighbors, and visitors. During a recent presentation of the downtown traffic study by Andrew Nichols of the Rahall Transportation Institute (as a WVDOT consultant) discussion focused almost exclusively on pedestrian flow and improving downtown to better support pedestrians. Andrew indicated that, with the data he and his group collected about trip origins, destinations, and time, they could model the impact of any change to traffic flow or signalization on vehicular traffic time and congestion. Many informal discussions with my colleagues - easily a biased sample - tells me that young people and young parents would welcome a downtown pedestrian mall. > > With that backdrop I ask if now may be the most appropriate time to better understand what impact creating a downtown pedestrian only access for High Street (with simultaneous change to make Spruce a two-way street) or Chestnut Street may have. I'm sure one of the major concerns of downtown businesses is that store traffic would decrease because fewer vehicles (thus, shoppers) would come through downtown. Well, there's only one way to find out...we have to ask. > > I would like, therefore, to assemble a coalition of the many stakeholders to ask the City via the City Manager to request the modeling be done by the WVDOT consultant and presented to the City (via Traffic Commission or in a small meeting of the coalition. I've drafted a letter I'd ask that each of you review, consider the request and ways to improve upon it, and consider any additional parties/boards/commissions that should be included. Then, if you're all on board, can we meet to discuss at an upcoming MSM, SPAN, Tree Board, Green Team, or GNA meeting in early November? We may be able to host a discussion during our 1st Monday-of-the-month Pedestrian Safety Board meeting if so desired. > > WVDOT will only ask the consultant to perform the modeling if the City has interest. Thus, as the multiple interested parties we have to band together to show the City that businesses and residents are interested. They'll only act if they know they have our support. > > This could be a great first step toward determining, using quantitative data, the potential impacts of a downtown pedestrian street. > I look forward to hearing from each of you, > > Walk more, safely > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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Fwd: Draft WVU Transportation and Parking Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Oct '11

26 Oct '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please see below, comments by Bill Austin as MMMPO Executive Director on the WVU Transportation and Parking Plan. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: October 24, 2011 3:23:06 PM EDT > To: "'Nancy Lohmann'" <nlohmann(a)wvu.edu>, "'Tom Arnold'" <tarnold(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Morgantown Parking Authority'" <parking(a)morgantown.com>, "'Morgantown City Council'" <citycouncil(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Terrence Moore'" <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Chris Fletcher'" <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Asel Kennedy'" <MonCom(a)aol.com>, "'Roy Nutter'" <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'David Bruffy'" <bruffy(a)busride.org> > Cc: "'Narvel Weese'" <narvel.weese(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Randal Hudak'" <randy.hudak(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Hugh Kierig'" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Joe Fisher'" <Joe.Fisher(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Keller, Perry J'" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov> > Subject: RE: Draft WVU Transportation and Parking Plan > > Nancy, > > Thank you for offering the Metropolitan Planning Organization staff the > opportunity to comment on the University's Transportation and Parking Plan. > In general we would comment that the Plan demonstrates a strong commitment > to alternative forms of transportation which is in agreement with the MPO's > goals in the Long Range Transportation Plan. We would however, note that the > provision of a subsidy to those in single occupant vehicles is > counterproductive to the goals expressed by our organization and in the Plan > itself. > > In general the Plan moves to create more mobility throughout the area by > maximizing the alternatives available to the University's population. The > MPO's Long Range Transportation Plan strongly supports this effort. As you > may be aware, the MPO is committed to improving the highway network and > encouraging alternative transportation. We have been developing a > Transportation Demand Management Program including an effort to create van > pools in cooperation with the University, Mountain Line and other major > employers in the area. We look forward to expanding those efforts. > > It is opportune that this plan is being reviewed as the University is > presenting the planned redevelopment of the Evansdale campus to the > Community. In general the Evansdale Plan's goal of creating a walk-able > campus appears to be in agreement with the WVU Transportation and Parking > Plan and with the goals of the MPO's Long Range Transportation Plan. It > should be noted that designing proposed development and the transportation > facilities that serve them together can lead to cost savings for the > proposed buildings, the transportation facilities, and for those working at > and providing services to the facilities. This comprehensive approach would > also benefit the general public. Unfortunately, it appears that this > approach was not taken during the development of the Evansdale plan and we > cannot positively comment on the transportation impacts of the proposal. We > do have a concern that the proposed signal and closing of Evansdale Drive > may have a negative impact on the area. We are also concerned that the large > scale of the Campus may encourage persons to drive from one parking lot to > another to attend classes rather than walking across campus. Assessing > pedestrian access issues in the area is also a concern. The MPO's regional > traffic model as well as the work being performed by the Division of > Highway's consultant looking at traffic operations on the 705 Corridor can > provide an assessment of the Evansdale Plan. We would be happy to assist in > this matter. > > Thank you for the opportunity to comment on these matters. We will provide > some very minor comments on some of the wording of the Transportation and > Parking Plan shortly. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we may be of > any 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 > > "Things alter for the worse spontaneously, if they be not altered for the > better designedly." ~Francis Bacon > > "Faced with the choice between changing one's mind and proving that there is > no need to do so, almost everyone gets busy on the proof." ~John Kenneth > Galbraith > > > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Nancy Lohmann [mailto:nlohmann@wvu.edu] > Sent: Wednesday, October 19, 2011 8:12 AM > To: Tom Arnold; Morgantown Parking Authority; Morgantown City Council; > Terrence Moore; Chris Fletcher; Asel Kennedy; Bill Austin; Roy Nutter; Frank > Gmeindl; Christiaan Abildso; David Bruffy > Cc: Narvel Weese; Randal Hudak; Hugh Kierig > Subject: Draft WVU Transportation and Parking Plan > > Good morning. > > West Virginia University is in the process of revising its Transportation > and Parking Plan, which was last revised in 2007. I wanted to share a copy > of the draft plan with you and also invite your comments on it. A copy is > enclosed. Today or tomorrow the Plan will also be accesible through > http://transportation.wvu.edu/ <http://transportation.wvu.edu/> > > We are inviting comments until NOVEMBER 18. After that date, the > Transportation and Parking Advisory Committee will begin to modify the plan > considering the feedback received. > > Comments may be forwarded to TransParkPlan(a)mail.WVU.edu > <mailto:TransParkPlan@mail.WVU.edu> or TransPark Plan, P. O. Box 6205, WVU, > Morgantown, WV 26506-6205. > > I know this is a busy time of the year but we would welcome any advice that > you may be able to offer. Thanks. > > Nancy > > Nancy Lohmann, Ph.D. > Senior Advisor to the Vice President > for Administration and Finance > Professor of Social Work > 101 Stewart Hall > P.O. Box 6205 > West Virginia University > Morgantown, WV 26506-6205 > Phone: 304-293-9200 > Fax: 304-293-3493 > > > > > > ----- > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 10.0.1411 / Virus Database: 1522/3960 - Release Date: 10/18/11 >

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(no subject)
by director 25 Oct '11

25 Oct '11

For your mind-expanding and reading enjoyment.... http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/10/mo-is-multi-modal-car-bike-and-publ… Nick Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Re: [Bikeboard] Videography and Editing for Positive Spin
by director 25 Oct '11

25 Oct '11

Susan, As long as it's OK with Jeff Mikorski it's OK with me but we'll have to negotiate with him to find another way to finish the movie. I'm meeting with someone from the WVU Center for Civic Engagement this afternoon. She may be able to provide us with a student that can do the work, but this will mean Positive Spin having to spend more time. It seems fair that we should be compensated for this, I'll talk to Jeff about it though. Please feel free to stop by today as scheduled if you can. Thanks! btw Just as a suggestion, is it possible for the city to hire you to do the filming as an independent contractor since they don't see it as being in your job description as an employee? Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -----Original Message----- From: "Susan Sullivan" <ssullivan(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Sent 10/25/2011 9:10:22 AM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Videography and Editing for Positive Spin I regret to inform the bike board that I will not be permitted to help complete the video for Positive Spin. Because my position is part time, my supervisor said this type of job is not within the scope of my responsibilities as a Public Communications Director. I apologize for the inconvenience. I know what it's like to be excited to finish such a big project, and a well-organized one at that. Again, my sincerest apologies. Susan Sullivan Public Communications Manager City of Morgantown (304) 284-7426 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Videography and Editing for Positive Spin
by Susan Sullivan 25 Oct '11

25 Oct '11

I regret to inform the bike board that I will not be permitted to help complete the video for Positive Spin. Because my position is part time, my supervisor said this type of job is not within the scope of my responsibilities as a Public Communications Director. I apologize for the inconvenience. I know what it's like to be excited to finish such a big project, and a well-organized one at that. Again, my sincerest apologies. Susan Sullivan Public Communications Manager City of Morgantown (304) 284-7426

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Re: [Bikeboard] Monthly report to TC
by Chip Wamsley 24 Oct '11

24 Oct '11

Frank, Change #5 (accomplishments) to past tense to match other items in that heading. Was the meeting with Terrence and the WVDOH where both parties agreed to split costs of the climbing lane this month or the previous month? Do you want to mention meeting with Tom Arnold concerning bike locker placement? Was the proposed parking for the Farmers Market mentioned last month? Thanks for doing such a great job. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Sent 10/24/2011 10:50:45 AM To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: [Bikeboard] Monthly report to TC Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a preliminary report to the Traffic Commission that I'd like your concurrence to present at next Wednesday's TC meeting. I wrote the attached in a hurry and probably made some mistakes and left some things out so please help me. Also, the TC hasn't met since September so I might have omitted something that we've done since then. 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 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Evansdale campus plan
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Oct '11

24 Oct '11

Bicycle Board Members, Scrolling halfway down http://assets.slate.wvu.edu/resources/358/1315316197.pdf you'll see a map and a list of changes WVU plans to make to the Evansdale campus to make it more pedestrian friendly. For example, closing Evansdale Drive and Rawley Lane to motor vehicle traffic and consolidating parking lots. If you have any comments, please reply all. This plan was cursorily discussed by the MPO Citizens Advisory Committee of which I am a member. It may come up again so if there's any bicycle-relevant input, we should probably give it. 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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Monthly report to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Oct '11

24 Oct '11

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a preliminary report to the Traffic Commission that I'd like your concurrence to present at next Wednesday's TC meeting. I wrote the attached in a hurry and probably made some mistakes and left some things out so please help me. Also, the TC hasn't met since September so I might have omitted something that we've done since then. 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: Confident City Cycling Interview
by Chip Wamsley 19 Oct '11

19 Oct '11

I would agree, one of the instructors should do the interview. Chip -----Original Message----- From: "Graber, Stephen" <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> Sent 10/19/2011 2:48:51 PM To: "Ryan Post" <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com>, "'Bicycle Board'" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Confident City Cycling Interview Go for it............ I can't do it because I haven't yet taken the course! ------------------------------------------- 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)cheat.org [bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org] On Behalf Of Ryan Post [rpostwvu(a)gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, October 19, 2011 2:47 PM To: 'Frank Gmeindl'; 'Bicycle Board' Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Confident City Cycling Interview I presume if it involves CCC then one of the Instructors should do it? Given that I’ve become the face on the billboards AND the commercials, it only seems fitting I do the interviews too, right? Or am I hogging all the stardom? From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On Behalf Of Frank Gmeindl Sent: Wednesday, October 19, 2011 2:44 PM To: Bicycle Board Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Confident City Cycling Interview Anybody want to take this on? Please reply by tomorrow evening. Frank Begin forwarded message: From: Shannon Nicholson <shannonpauline23(a)gmail.com> Date: October 19, 2011 12:02:29 PM EDT To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net Subject: Confident City Cycling Interview My name is Shannon Nicholson and I am a journalism major at WVU. I am writing an article about alternative transportation in Morgantown. I would like to interview someone who has a major role with the Confident City Cycling program here in Morgantown. I would really appreciate if you could either pass along my information or let me know who I can contact for an interview. Please let me know as soon as you can. You can reach me through e-mail, shannonpauline23(a)gmail.com, or on my cell phone (708) 921-2648. Thank you Shannon Nicholson shannonpauline23(a)gmail.com (708) 921-2648 _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Fwd: Confident City Cycling Interview
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Oct '11

19 Oct '11

Anybody want to take this on? Please reply by tomorrow evening. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Shannon Nicholson <shannonpauline23(a)gmail.com> > Date: October 19, 2011 12:02:29 PM EDT > To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > Subject: Confident City Cycling Interview > > My name is Shannon Nicholson and I am a journalism major at WVU. I am > writing an article about alternative transportation in Morgantown. > I would like to interview someone who has a major role with the > Confident City Cycling program here in Morgantown. > I would really appreciate if you could either pass along my > information or let me know who I can contact for an interview. Please > let me know as soon as you can. > You can reach me through e-mail, shannonpauline23(a)gmail.com, or on my > cell phone (708) 921-2648. > > Thank you > > Shannon Nicholson > shannonpauline23(a)gmail.com > (708) 921-2648

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Fwd: Draft WVU Transportation and Parking Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Oct '11

19 Oct '11

Bicycle Board Members, By November 16, please send your comments on the WVU Transportation and Parking Plan to me w/cc to Hugh. I will compile them and send them to Nancy Lohman. 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: Nancy Lohmann <nlohmann(a)wvu.edu> > Date: October 19, 2011 8:11:39 AM EDT > To: Tom Arnold <tarnold(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Morgantown Parking Authority <parking(a)morgantown.com>, Morgantown City Council <citycouncil(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Terrence Moore <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Chris Fletcher <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Asel Kennedy <MonCom(a)aol.com>, Bill Austin <info(a)plantogether.org>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, David Bruffy <bruffy(a)busride.org> > Cc: Narvel Weese <narvel.weese(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Randal Hudak <randy.hudak(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.WVU.edu> > Subject: Draft WVU Transportation and Parking Plan > > Good morning. > > West Virginia University is in the process of revising its Transportation > and Parking Plan, which was last revised in 2007. I wanted to share a copy > of the draft plan with you and also invite your comments on it. A copy is > enclosed. Today or tomorrow the Plan will also be accesible through > http://transportation.wvu.edu/ <http://transportation.wvu.edu/> > > We are inviting comments until NOVEMBER 18. After that date, the > Transportation and Parking Advisory Committee will begin to modify the plan > considering the feedback received. > > Comments may be forwarded to TransParkPlan(a)mail.WVU.edu > <mailto:TransParkPlan@mail.WVU.edu> or TransPark Plan, P. O. Box 6205, WVU, > Morgantown, WV 26506-6205. > > I know this is a busy time of the year but we would welcome any advice that > you may be able to offer. Thanks. > > Nancy > > Nancy Lohmann, Ph.D. > Senior Advisor to the Vice President > for Administration and Finance > Professor of Social Work > 101 Stewart Hall > P.O. Box 6205 > West Virginia University > Morgantown, WV 26506-6205 > Phone: 304-293-9200 > Fax: 304-293-3493 > > > >

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Fwd: MPO Conference Presentations
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Oct '11

18 Oct '11

Thanks to Danielle for sending us the link to the presentations made at the WV MPO conference. You might find the Complete Streets and Statewide Bicycle Study - WVDOT interesting. The Complete Streets one seems a little bike lane heavy to me. Wes Stafford's Statewide Bicycle Study presentation looks encouraging as long as competent cyclists are in the drivers seat or at least not in the back of the bus. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "D. Williams" <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: October 18, 2011 3:32:58 PM EDT > To: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: MPO Conference Presentations > > Hi Frank: Here is the link that the state sent me for the conference presentations. > For your reference, they have downloaded a majority of the presentations from the conference to our website for your convenience. You can find them at the following link: > > http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/programplanning/plan_conf/Pages/d… > > Have a nice day! > > Danielle N. Williams > Assistant to the Director > TDM Coordinator > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > Commuterchoices(a)gmail.com > http://plantogether.org/commuterchoices.html > > >

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Fwd: Survey - Public Transit in Morgantown
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Oct '11

18 Oct '11

Bicycle Board Members, I strongly encourage you to complete the survey at the link provided in Maria Smith's message below. It will help Mountain Line improve its service to us. The survey only takes a few minutes. BTW, Ryan, it says annual car operating costs are $9,000. That works out to $0.75/mile, more than the $0.51/mile that GSA allows government employees that we've been quibbling over. 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: Maria Smith <MariaSmith(a)busride.org> > Date: October 18, 2011 2:25:45 PM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Survey - Public Transit in Morgantown > > Hi Frank, > Would you mind forwarding this on to the members of the bicycle board for us? > Best, > Maria > Maria Smith > Marketing Officer > Mountain Line Transit Authority > 420 DuPont Road • Morgantown • WV • 26501 > Marketing(a)busride.org • Ph: 304.296.3680 • Fx: 304.291.7429 > > Plan your trip with Mountain > Line using Google Maps. > > > > > Dear Community Member, > Mountain Line Transit Authority is seeking public input about service expansion and how to possibly pay for such an expansion. Please take a few moments to take our survey by clicking on the link below. Your feedback will provide critical input to help Mountain Line plan for future services. The survey will take less than 15 minutes to complete. > > Your responses are anonymous and will be analyzed by a third party so please be candid with your input. > > To participate, simply click the link below or copy and paste the address into your web browser: > http://research.zarca.com/k/SsUPVXsYXsPsPsP > > Thank you for your participation and input. Mountain Line is committed to ensuring that our customers and residents have input into our services. If you know someone else who may be interested in participating in this survey please feel free to forward the link to them. > > Regards, > Mountain Line Transit Authority

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Morgantown Bicycle Plan v09
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Oct '11

18 Oct '11

Bicycle Board Members, A new version of the Morgantown Bicycle Plan that incorporates all the changes that we've made over the past several months is available at http://db.tt/JUlExT6Z . Please review it in preparation for our next meeting. At that meeting, I will bring a paper copy and ask you to sign it. Then, we will discuss how to roll it out to the key stakeholders to get their feedback and hopefully approval. Congratulations on reaching this milestone! At the next meeting, I would also like to discuss an item that we didn't address from last meeting's agenda: the LAB Bicycle Friendly Community award application. I sent you all a copy of it in preparation for our last meeting. You can get it at http://db.tt/Ii2ZUfWU . Next meeting, I would like to have a plan for getting it completed and submitted to LAB by the February deadline. This means we'll need people to work on it. Frank

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Bike Lockers
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Oct '11

12 Oct '11

Bicycle Board Members, Today, Chip and I met with Tom Arnold, Morgantown Parking Authority Director. We agreed to pursue 2 parking locker units that hold 2 bikes each. Action Items: 1. Tom Arnold will put the bike lockers on the agenda for the November 9 Parking Authority meeting. 2. Chip will provide Tom with a recommendation for locker material of construction before the November 9 meeting. Discussion: The current City budget has $5,500 for bicycle parking. The cost of 2 bike locker units is approximately $5,000. One unit will be located outside of the north side of the PSC parking garage adjacent to the entrance to the garage and on the west side of the entrance. (Currently, that space is occupied by a non-functioning gas light. The space is bounded by the driveway on the east, the garage railing on the south, a picnic table on the west and grass on the north.) The other unit will be located in the Wharf Street parking garage inside the automobile entrance. That's at the other end of the garage from the rail trail. The locker will be near the back wall and adjacent to a ticket agent booth that is not being used. Lockers will be rented on a monthly basis. The parking authority will provide the renter with a lock and key that the renter will use as long as he or she is paying the rent. Rental rate is tentatively $20/month or $50/quarter or $180/year. Chip has been working primarily with two vendors. They offer fiberglass units and powder-coated steel units. We discussed several pros and cons of each material. Chip will provide a recommended vendor and material to Tom. The next step is to for the Parking Authority to consider this proposal at its next regular meeting scheduled for November 9 at 3:00 pm in the PSC Conference Room. If you would like to change anything in this proposal, please reply to all with your recommendations and we'll try to resolve them and report to Tom before the November 9 meeting. If the Parking Authority agrees with the proposal, the next step will be for the Bicycle Board to provide a purchase recommendation to Jeff Mikorski. FYI, Parking Authority members are: Charlie McEwuen, Chairman; Jeanne Hagan, Vice-Chair; Linda Herbst, City Council Rep.; Tom Arnold, Director; Dennis Bidwell and Shane Mardis. In other business, Frank informed Tom of the Bicycle Board's recent meeting with Trevor Lloyd of the City Engineering Dept. in which we walked the parking lot that is the site for the new Farmers Market pavilion and recommended that one post-and-loop bike rack be placed in each of the two dead zones that will exist at the Spruce St. entrance to the pavilion. Tom agreed to discuss that with the Parking Authority as well. Apparently, City Engineering cannot make that decision without Parking Authority concurrence. 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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Police Chief Talking Points
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Oct '11

11 Oct '11

Bicycle Board Members, Damien will be meeting with Chief Preston Friday to discuss enforcement. I will meet with Damien tomorrow to discuss the attached talking points that I am recommending. I would appreciate your comments and recommendations for improving these talking points. 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] Police Chief Talking Points
by Gunnar Shogren 10 Oct '11

10 Oct '11

Butch can't find the "reply to all" button... On Mon, Oct 10, 2011 at 2:32 PM, Graber, Stephen <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> wrote: > Basically I agree with Gunnar, more often than not I do the full foot down stop thing too, it's just that I don't think the "momentary stop then > roll-through" (what I refered to as a track stand, mine aren't good enough to be longer than momentary!) should constitute failing to stop at the stop sign- the point is the law says you need to stop and look both ways, not that you must put your foot down (or stop your engine!). I will defer to Frank on what some places are calling these. I don't call them track stands, more of the "rolling stop" thing. > > Guess we might discuss what one should do when faced with a long line of cars at a traffic light than can be safely passed on the left! But let's not, and let's not notice what we each do then either! Don't want to go there right now... nope. > > > ------ _0 > ------ _ \<,_ > ---- (*)/ (*) > ________________________________________ > From: Gunnar Shogren [gshogren(a)gmail.com] > Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 2:23 PM > To: Graber, Stephen > Cc: Frank Gmeindl; bikeboard Board > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Police Chief Talking Points > > Good list. > I too ride on the occasional sidewalk, but not really downtown, more > in short instances like what you're talking about Butch. But perhaps > we're not going to be able to have that cake and eat it too... time > will tell. > > I'll have to disagree w/ you on "track stands", though I will recant a > little at the end... > Track stands are not good for the following reasons- > * Track stands are ambiguous. "What's he doing? Where's he going? > Is he going to fall? Is he trying to impress someone?" > * Putting a foot down sends a clear signal to other motorists. I > have stopped. I am abiding, Dude. > * Although it looks like being in a track stand would make you > quicker out of the gate, a lot of times this is not true. Depending > on where you are in your "balance sway", which way your wheel is > pointed at that moment, which way you're looking at that moment, etc. > At a full stop I can react quicker and more predictably w/ one foot on > the ground and pedal and body in the ready position. I can also > signal w/ my hands to others if need be, most folks won't try that > whilst in the track stand. > > Since taking the TS101 course, then thinking about the way I ride, I > have pretty much stopped doing the track stand, and bark at others > when they do as well, especially when they come out of the stand and > they're all over the place. > Try the real stop in a few places that you normally track stand (in a > turning lane, turning at a intersection) and I think you'll find that > most others (cars and peds) treat you differently. More positively I > would say. > > I will say that I do go through intersection in a "momentary stop then > roll-through", but technically I don't call this a track stand. > > On Mon, Oct 10, 2011 at 12:32 PM, Graber, Stephen <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> wrote: >> Looks like a good list to me. I assume there will also be encouragement to >> cite motorists for violations that endanger cyclists. I'd encourage Damien >> to describe "track stands" to Chief Preston. Many cyclists can use that >> technique to lawfully stop at stop signs etc. I once received a ticket for >> "running" a stop sign- in fact I had ceased all forward motion and looked >> bothways (Wilson & Grand, a dangerous intersection) but the officer told the >> judge I never put my foot down and that was that! (The judge liked it even >> less when I grumbled that motorists don't have to turn their engines off at >> stop signs............). I'm glad to see restraint suggested for riding on >> side walks. Some places that's our safest option. On my commute to Health >> Sciences I ride up the side- walk along the main entrance by the Alumni >> Center rather than risk the high speed traffic in the dual lane approach. >> >> That's my 2 cents! >> 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)cheat.org [bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org] On Behalf Of >> Frank Gmeindl [frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net] >> Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 12:05 PM >> To: bikeboard Board >> Subject: [Bikeboard] Police Chief Talking Points >> >> Bicycle Board Members, >> Damien will be meeting with Chief Preston Friday to discuss enforcement. I >> will meet with Damien tomorrow to discuss the attached talking points that I >> am recommending. I would appreciate your comments and recommendations for >> improving these talking points. >> >> 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 >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>

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Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Oct '11

08 Oct '11

Bicycle Board Members, Attached, please find the Morgantown Bicycle Plan Evaluation and Equity sections with the changes marked at last Thursday's meeting. Since we didn't have a quorum we decided to try to get concurrence on-line. By Oct. 14, please review the attached document and reply with your concurrence or with recommended changes. If you recommend changes, please copy bikeboard(a)cheat.org on your reply so we can all know what changes you're recommending and perhaps be able to resolve them before our next meeting. At our November meeting, I will bring a hard copy of the plan and ask you all to sign it. We will plan the roll out of the plan to key stakeholders: Traffic Commission, City Manager, Police Chief, City Engineer, City Council. You can see the current complete plan with tracked changes and comments at http://db.tt/sD5opLrn . 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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Regroup?
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Oct '11

07 Oct '11

Education Committee Members, What do you think about getting together to regroup now that the bicycling education grant is drawing to a close? There are several things that I think we need to resolve: 1. Whether to continue offering courses and if so, which ones, who will teach them, when, where, how much to charge and how to market them. 2. What to do with all the promotional materials that we now have including the seven video spots, Nick's video, remaining newspaper articles, WVU info kiosks, 3' x 8' banner, bumper stickers, business cards, billboard designs, poster designs, newspaper ad designs, Mountaineer Yellow Pages community page, police info cards, Street Smarts books, TS101 student packets. 3. The future of the website, BikeMorgantown.com and the facebook page, BikeMorgantown. 4. The bike route map. 5. What to say in the final report on the grant. Frank

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Fwd: Bicyclists Find Their Place at the Gas Station
by Chet Parsons 05 Oct '11

05 Oct '11

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Youth Cycling Video "Let's Start Biking" - Viewing at Thursday's meeting
by director 04 Oct '11

04 Oct '11

Good Morning, At Thursday's meeting I'll be showing the kids' video in its current form. You can see it before then on YouTube at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muuiL4QRs8U or at the link on the PositiveSpin website. Due to a combination of factors we have been unable to complete the video to a state we are satisfied with within the contract time. We've actually put in a substantial amount of time beyond the contract hours in getting this far. The remaining work is to create the opening scenes/titles and re-shoot the kids' demonstration of riding skills. We've got actors lined up. Our videographer is no longer available to us, however if a new videographer can be found Positive Spin will continue to help in an advisory and support capacity. Jeff Mikorski told me that the city has hired a communications specialists who may be able to complete the shooting and editing work. If the city can't supply a videographer, we would suggest going to a commercial vendor and try to get the skills donated. See you Thursday. Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213

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Agenda for this Thursday's BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Oct '11

03 Oct '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached a suggested agenda for this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting. Please let me know if you want to add, subtract or change anything. Since the Traffic Commission is not meeting this month, I didn't have to write a monthly report to them but I wrote the attached report (20111006StatusForBB.doc) to remind you of what's going on and that we might want to discuss at Thursday's meeting. Also, attached are the minutes of our last meeting. Thanks again to reliable Betsy! Riding in the rain? Frank

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application format
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Oct '11

03 Oct '11

Dear LAB, The City of Morgantown, WV is preparing to submit it's second BFC application in February. Thanks for posting a PDF of the application at http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/bicyclefriendlyamerica/pdfs/bfc_applicat… . Can you provide a format that we can populate? For example, an MS Word template. We recognize that the final application must be submitted on-line but we need a format on which we can collaboratively build our application. Also, if you have experience with other communities whose members have collaborated on the application, could you please share with us what worked? When we last applied in 2007, several people including the City Manager, Public Works Director, Chief of Police, Parks and Recreation Director, etc. input to the application. At that time, we worked with a shared MS Word document. We are excited to get rolling on this application. Since our last application, we have implemented most of the recommendations that you gave us and we're looking forward to a re-evaluation. How does one include photographs in the on-line application and reference documents such as our comprehensive Bicycle Plan to the on-line application? 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] WV Statewide Bike Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Sep '11

30 Sep '11

Please send us your plan for making the statewide bicycle plan. Frank Bicycle Board Chairman On Sep 28, 2011, at 11:15 AM, "D. Williams" <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net> wrote: > Good Morning Bike Board, > > > > As you may have heard, the state is working on a bike plan and would like your input. Please see the email below and let me know what you would like for me to send to Wilbur-Smith. If you would like to directly reply, please cc: me on the correspondence. > > > > Thank you for your hard work to make our streets safe for all. > > > > Best, > > > > > > Danielle N. Williams > > Assistant to the Director/ TDM Coordinator > > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > > 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 > > Morgantown, WV 26505 > > Office: 304-413-0297 Mobile: 571-213-1336 > > > > Commuterchoices(a)gmail.com > > > > http://plantogether.org/commuterchoices.html > > > > “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” -Margaret Mead > > > > > > From: Stafford, Wesley O [mailto:WSTAFFORD@wilbursmith.com] > Sent: Friday, September 23, 2011 10:03 AM > To: dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net > Subject: WV Statewide Bike Plan > > > > Danielle, > > > > It was a pleasure meeting you at this week’s planning conference. You mentioned that some work had already been completed in Morgantown and entered in GIS layers. We would be very interested in acquiring that information to include with our plan. Additionally, if there are any activities or meetings planned by the Morgantown group I would be interested in attending. > > > > Thanks for your help and interest. > > > > Wes > > > > Wes Stafford, PE, AICP > > Principal > > Wilbur Smith Associates > > 700 Washington Street, East > > Geary Plaza, Suite 210 > > Charleston WV, 25301 > > w 304.345.2339 > > m 304.549.7498 > > f 304.345.2343 > > P Please consider the environment before printing this email.ü > > > > <image001.jpg> > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] WV Statewide Bike Plan
by Chet Parsons 28 Sep '11

28 Sep '11

Thanks D - I'll wait for the go-ahead from the Board to send Mr. Stafford our latest GIS layers. Chet On Wed, Sep 28, 2011 at 11:15 AM, D. Williams <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net>wrote: > Good Morning Bike Board,**** > > ** ** > > As you may have heard, the state is working on a bike plan and would like > your input. Please see the email below and let me know what you would like > for me to send to Wilbur-Smith. If you would like to directly reply, please > cc: me on the correspondence.**** > > ** ** > > Thank you for your hard work to make our streets safe for all.**** > > ** ** > > Best,**** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > *Danielle N. Williams* > > Assistant to the Director/ TDM Coordinator**** > > *Morgantown Monongalia MPO ***** > > 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105**** > > Morgantown, WV 26505**** > > Office: 304-413-0297 Mobile: 571-213-1336**** > > ** ** > > Commuterchoices(a)gmail.com**** > > ** ** > > http://plantogether.org/commuterchoices.html **** > > ** ** > > *“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can > change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” -Margaret > Mead* > > ** ** > > ** ** > > *From:* Stafford, Wesley O [mailto:WSTAFFORD@wilbursmith.com] > *Sent:* Friday, September 23, 2011 10:03 AM > *To:* dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net > *Subject:* WV Statewide Bike Plan**** > > ** ** > > Danielle,**** > > ** ** > > It was a pleasure meeting you at this week’s planning conference. You > mentioned that some work had already been completed in Morgantown and > entered in GIS layers. We would be very interested in acquiring that > information to include with our plan. Additionally, if there are any > activities or meetings planned by the Morgantown group I would be interested > in attending.**** > > ** ** > > Thanks for your help and interest.**** > > ** ** > > Wes**** > > ** ** > > *Wes Stafford, PE, AICP* > > Principal**** > > Wilbur Smith Associates** > > 700 Washington Street, East** > > Geary Plaza, Suite 210**** > > Charleston WV, 25301** > > w 304.345.2339** > > m 304.549.7498** > > f 304.345.2343** > > *P** **Please consider the environment before printing this email.**ü*** > > ** ** > > *[image: cid:image003.jpg@01CC0055.8223B4A0]***** > > ** ** > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Statewide bicycle plan
by Chet Parsons 21 Sep '11

21 Sep '11

Frank and everyone, I am at the wvdot statewide planning conference and they just had a presentation about a statewide bike plan that is getting started. They have not made contact with anyone yet about this but plan to begin the process this fall. I wil make sure that they have out contact info and that we will be included. Chet

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Fwd: September BB Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 13 Sep '11

13 Sep '11

Enjoy these BB minutes.

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Re: [Bikeboard] Mountaineer Week
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Sep '11

08 Sep '11

Mary Ann, Thank you for making a Mountaineer Week booth available to the Bicycle Board. I regret that we will not have sufficient resources to staff the booth so I am withdrawing our request for it. I apologize for wasting the time and effort that you, Hugh and Sonya invested in this on our behalf. 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 On Sep 7, 2011, at 10:27 AM, MaryAnn Barill wrote: > Hi Frank, > > Mountaineer Week begins Oct. 31- Nov. 4th. Let me know what wording you want on the schedule and I will forward the info to Sonja Wilson. Let me know if you have any other questions or request and I will forward those as well. > > Mary Ann > > > Mary Ann Barill > Administrative Associate > Department of Transportation and Parking > PO Box 6561 > Morgantown, WV 26506 > 304-293-5915 > <MaryAnn Barill.vcf>

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Thanks!
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Sep '11

08 Sep '11

Trevor, Thanks for meeting with the Bicycle Board today! Your laying out the plans, explaining them and discussing them with the Board members led to viable bicycle parking solutions that probably would not have been identified by any of us working alone. We are excited to see a solution come to fruition. 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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Adam Henry joins BB
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Sep '11

07 Sep '11

Bicycle Board Members, Tonight, the Traffic Commission unanimously appointed Adam Henry to be the Commission's representative on the Bicycle Board beginning in November. Please welcome Adam. Frank

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Bicycle Storage
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Sep '11

07 Sep '11

Chris, Could the Bicycle Board get on the Planning Commission's October agenda to present a summary of community bicycle ordinances and a recommendation? 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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Bicycle Storage ordinances
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Sep '11

06 Sep '11

Bicycle Board Members, I have moved the bicycle storage ordinances and summary to http://db.tt/CyEygNX to make it accessible to those who said they couldn't get it in the public folder. Please let me know if you have trouble with http://db.tt/CyEygNX . If you know of a city similar to Morgantown that has a bicycle storage ordinance or guidelines or if you'd just like to try to find some, please add to the folder at http://db.tt/CyEygNX and update the Summary document. I will schedule us to meet with the Planning Commission in October. So far, we don't have a sufficient case to submit to them. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Mon Blvd. Bike Lane Grant
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Sep '11

06 Sep '11

Jeff, Please find the updated grant application at http://db.tt/L7J1A8K . You should find 7 files there. Of the files at http://db.tt/L7J1A8K, only BikeLaneGrantAppToBBv06.doc is different from the package that I sent you in March. The changes are tracked so you can see them. Please accept the tracked changes before you submit the application. (Damien may want to update the cost estimate (files Cost Estimate for Monongahela Blvd-2.doc and TotalCost.xlsx) based on recent discussions about using paint rather than retro-reflective vinyl.) The application is due February 29, 2012 for a May 2012 award. In the application document, BikeLaneGrantAppToBBv06.doc, you will see comments. These comments are of two types. One type of comment is instructions from the application form that I cut from the form and pasted into comment bubbles. Practically every section has these instructions. The other type of comment identifies information that the application requires or that I think it needs but that I don't have. I hope you can easily read through the application to, 1) see that I've completed most of the requirements and then delete the relevant comments, and 2) complete the parts that I couldn't and then delete those comments, and 3) roll all files up into one PDF and submit it. Christiaan Abildso is personally acquainted with Bikes Belong CFO and agreed to alert him to our application once we've submitted it so could you please notify me when the application is sent? If you have any questions or need any help, please do not hesitate to contact me. Please also note at the end of the application, before the appendix is contact info for Zoe Kircos, Grants Manager, zoe(a)bikesbelong.org, 303-449-4893 x5. I spoke with her while completing the application in March and she was expecting it. She's also very pleasant and helpful. Frank On Sep 1, 2011, at 1:54 PM, Jeff Mikorski wrote: > Frank, > > I do not recall making any changes, so you can use you last version. > > Sincerely, > > Jeff Mikorski ICMA-CM > Deputy City Manager > City of Morgantown, West Virginia > 304-284-7404 > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > To: "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Thursday, September 1, 2011 9:39:37 AM > Subject: Re: Mon Blvd. Bike Lane Grant > > Jeff, > > > If you made any changes to the application that I sent you > > From: Frank Gmeindl < frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > > > Subject: Bike Lane Grant Application > > Date: March 30, 2011 4:22:04 PM EDT > To: Jeff Mikorski < jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > Cc: Damien Davis < ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > > > please send me your version so I can work from it. > > > Otherwise, I'll update the version that I sent you. > > > Frank > > > > On Aug 30, 2011, at 11:37 PM, Jeff Mikorski wrote: > > > > Frank, > Yes, please revise the grant and re-apply > > Jeff Mikorski > Deputy City Manager > City of Morgantown > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] > Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 05:47 PM > To: Jeff Mikorski < jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > Subject: Mon Blvd. Bike Lane Grant > > Jeff, > > Today, Terrence Moore and WVDOH vocally agreed to split 50/50 the cost of > the Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane. They talked as if the cost was $25K. > So, the split would be $12.5K City; $12.5K State. Would you like me to > update the grant application that I wrote for the City to submit to Bikes > Belong? > > I think the bike lane can be done for considerably less than $25K. If > Bikes Belong provides $10K, I think the City could do it without spending > any money. > > Frank

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Fwd: Booth at Mountaineer Week
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Sep '11

06 Sep '11

Bicycle Board Members, Looks like we'll have a booth at Mountaineer week. Who wants to follow up with Mary Ann and make it happen? (My action item for our last meeting was to contact Hugh about getting a booth.) Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: September 6, 2011 8:35:28 AM EDT > To: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "MaryAnn Barill" <MaryAnn.Barill(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: Re: Fwd: Booth at Mountaineer Week > > Mary Ann > > Please work with Frank on arranging this booth. I am including him on this email so that you can forward to him the information that he needs to provide. > > Hugh E. Kierig, AICP, Director > Department of Transportation and Parking > West Virginia University > Post Office Box 6561 > 1112 Van Voorhis > Morgantown, West Virginia 26506 > 304-293-9095 (o) > 304-293-3939 (f) > > > > >>> MaryAnn Barill 9/6/2011 8:33 AM >>> > I just talked to Sonja and that will be fine. She just needs to know how you want it worded on the schedule. The dates are Oct. 31- Nov. 4th. > > >>> Hugh Kierig 9/6/2011 8:26 AM >>> > Mary Ann > > Can you please check on how the Bike Board can get a booth for Mountaineer Week? We can register it under the Department of Transportation and Parking if they need a University organization to sponsor it. > > Hugh E. Kierig, AICP, Director > Department of Transportation and Parking > West Virginia University > Post Office Box 6561 > 1112 Van Voorhis > Morgantown, West Virginia 26506 > 304-293-9095 (o) > 304-293-3939 (f) > > > > >>> Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> 9/5/2011 7:00 PM >>> > Hi Hugh, > > Can you tell me how the Bicycle Board can get a booth at Mountaineer Week to display our banner, bumper stickers, etc.? > > Frank

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"Let's Start Biking" youth cycling skills video - Script and Video edits
by director 05 Sep '11

05 Sep '11

Good morning, I've just finished making script and video edits, they are attached. The script should now conform to the video exactly for all of the scenes that have been completed. The video edits reflect all of the things I could find. If you have additional comments on the video please send them to me in a format similar to the one I've used that gives the sequence time at which the comment applies. I'll collect them and send them to Bobby tomorrow nite. Both of us have used up all of the hours we committed to on the contract but we still want this to be a finished product that presents well and gets the message across effectively. Bobby thinks he's got about 6 hours of work left to get to that point, and he expects to have that time while on the road this weekend. For final delivery, Bobby will send a DVD on Tuesday and I'll provide an invoice for payment. Once the video is accepted we'll provide 5 copies in HD resolution with boxes and printed labels. Chip asked if Bobby will edit a PSA out of this. I assume the answer is "yes" since we've talked about it before, just let us know which scenes you want. Thanks and have a great weekend. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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"Let's Start Biking" youth cycling skills video
by director 03 Sep '11

03 Sep '11

Good evening, I received the video in rough draft form from Robby at about 6pm today. We viewed it on his computer and since that time I've been figuring out how to upload it to YouTube. It now available at this link. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ic1XlJKZVM I apologize for this additional delay, due entirely to my unfamiliarity with the process. I'd like to make the following disclaimers about the video in its current form: - The whole thing is in rough draft form. This is as much as Bobby could get done in the time available. He's spending the rest of his time before leaving getting ready for his trip. He thinks he has about 6hrs work left to get it in final polished form. That will include finishing the Title Page, Intro, musical soundtrack, graphics and concluding scene/credits. - He expects to have time over this weekend after he gets to Orlando to complete the work. He'll send us a DVD Tuesday, and final copies with cases and graphics following our final approval. He has already exceeded the number of hours he forecast on the contract, but is willing to put in the additional time necessary to make it look polished. - I've reviewed it myself and am making some comments, which I will post tomorrow morning. I welcome your additional comments. Thanks again for your patience, and guidance. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Re: [Bikeboard] Wes Nugent declines
by Chip Wamsley 03 Sep '11

03 Sep '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Fri, 2 Sep 2011 16:23:07 -0400 Frank et al. It sounds like Adam and Ken would be the front runners from the TC. Adam may be more helpful with his grad students and work on evaluations and I think our dealings with the planning commision might be limited, making Ken second choice. I think Jenny is very interested in what we do and would be good to get on board in a more official capacity to have the link with city council. Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > >In a telecon with me, Wes Nugent declined to be the TC's rep on the BB because he's committed to work on a Mainstreet Morgantown Economic Restructuring committee that also meets Thursday nights albeit somewhat before us but perhaps would sometimes overlap. He suggested Adam Henry from 5th Ward or David McKain from 3rd Ward. At past TC meetings, Adam has expressed both to the TC and personally to me that he is interested in what we're doing. He is a professor at WVU and has graduate students that could really help us out in Evaluation activities. I don't know much about McKain except that he said I was arguing over semantics when I tried to point out to him that riding as far to the right as practicable is not the same as riding as far to the right as possible that he was saying cyclists are required to do. Jim Rye had recommended we ask Ken Martis since Ken represents the Monongalia County Planning Commission on the TC. Ken has also been a vocal supporter of BB recomme ndations and mission. > >Whether we get Adam Henry, David McKain or Ken Martis, that still leaves us with a disconnect from City Council. I know Jenny Selin is on the BB mailing list and I would ask her if she would consider becoming a little more active on the BB as say ex-officio representing City Councilor or even BB voting member representing City Council. > >I don't know if this is all appropriate but it seems it might accomplish filling the huge gap left by Don's leaving. > >What do you think? If we don't go into next Wednesday TC meeting with a recommendation and a justification for the recommendation, we'll get who they give us. > >Frank >_______________________________________________ >Bikeboard mailing list >Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Re: [Bikeboard] "Let's Start Biking" youth cycling skills video
by Chip Wamsley 03 Sep '11

03 Sep '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "director" <director(a)positivespin.org> Reply-To: director(a)positivespin.org Date: Fri, 2 Sep 2011 22:45:28 -0400 >Good evening, >I received the video in rough draft form from Robby at about 6pm today. We viewed it on his computer and since that time I've been figuring out how to upload it to YouTube. It now available at this link. >http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ic1XlJKZVM > >I apologize for this additional delay, due entirely to my unfamiliarity with the process. >I'd like to make the following disclaimers about the video in its current form: >- The whole thing is in rough draft form. This is as much as Bobby could get done in the time available. He's spending the rest of his time before leaving getting ready for his trip. He thinks he has about 6hrs work left to get it in final polished form. That will include finishing the Title Page, Intro, musical soundtrack, graphics and concluding scene/credits. > >- He expects to have time over this weekend after he gets to Orlando to complete the work. He'll send us a DVD Tuesday, and final copies with cases and graphics following our final approval. He has already exceeded the number of hours he forecast on the contract, but is willing to put in the additional time necessary to make it look polished. >- I've reviewed it myself and am making some comments, which I will post tomorrow morning. I welcome your additional comments. >Thanks again for your patience, and guidance. >Nick > > > >-- >Nick Hein LCI# 1705 >Director, Positive Spin >803 East Brockway Ave >Morgantown, WV >ph 304-276-0213 >-- > >_______________________________________________ >Bikeboard mailing list >Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > Looks great so far. Is Bobby still going to edit a 30-60 second spot to e used as a psa? Chip

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Wes Nugent declines
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Sep '11

02 Sep '11

Bicycle Board Members, In a telecon with me, Wes Nugent declined to be the TC's rep on the BB because he's committed to work on a Mainstreet Morgantown Economic Restructuring committee that also meets Thursday nights albeit somewhat before us but perhaps would sometimes overlap. He suggested Adam Henry from 5th Ward or David McKain from 3rd Ward. At past TC meetings, Adam has expressed both to the TC and personally to me that he is interested in what we're doing. He is a professor at WVU and has graduate students that could really help us out in Evaluation activities. I don't know much about McKain except that he said I was arguing over semantics when I tried to point out to him that riding as far to the right as practicable is not the same as riding as far to the right as possible that he was saying cyclists are required to do. Jim Rye had recommended we ask Ken Martis since Ken represents the Monongalia County Planning Commission on the TC. Ken has also been a vocal supporter of BB recommendations and mission. Whether we get Adam Henry, David McKain or Ken Martis, that still leaves us with a disconnect from City Council. I know Jenny Selin is on the BB mailing list and I would ask her if she would consider becoming a little more active on the BB as say ex-officio representing City Councilor or even BB voting member representing City Council. I don't know if this is all appropriate but it seems it might accomplish filling the huge gap left by Don's leaving. What do you think? If we don't go into next Wednesday TC meeting with a recommendation and a justification for the recommendation, we'll get who they give us. Frank

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Let's Start Biking!
by director 02 Sep '11

02 Sep '11

Good afternoon, I talked to Bobby about noon today and he's nearing completion of the video editing - he's through scene 4 of 6 and expects to be done by 5pm today. I told him that seems to be the consensus of the Bike Board that the State will probably allow us to turn it in on the 6th, and he said that although he flies to Orlando, FL tomorrow his workdays will typically be over by 3pm so he'll have more time to work on it this weekend. We agreed that it would be best if he have a complete edit done by 5pm today, and we put it up for the Board to comment on via YouTube or similar format (I'll provide the link at that time). I'll email him any comments I receive for him to make revisions. Sorry for another delay, but it seemed that everyone would be served best if we use the available time to make this the best possible final product. Thanks for your patience. I am, of course, taking it somewhat on faith that turning the video in on Tuesday won't disqualify us from payment. Please let me know immediately if that's the case and we'll get something there today. Thanks, Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Street Smarts
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Sep '11

02 Sep '11

Butch, Street Smarts Here's a link to Bicycling Street Smarts, the booklet that the Bicycle Board recommended the City buy and distribute to bike shops to include with every new bike they sell: http://www.bikexprt.com/streetsmarts/usa/index.htm As shown at, http://www.bikexprt.com/streetsmarts/index.htm state-specific Street Smarts are available. I have a paper copy of the PA version is you'd like to see it. It includes PA's specific bicycle laws. The Bicycle Board discussed years ago making one for WV but I think those members may have moved on. Frank

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Youth cycling skills video - Final Script
by director 01 Sep '11

01 Sep '11

Good afternoon, I've attached the final (almost) script of the video for your review, along with the sample scenes I'll be showing at the meeting tonite. I realize this is coming to most of you too late to read for tonite's meeting so I'll have copies of it when I come. The final video will be delivered tomorrow about noon. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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BB monthly report to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Sep '11

01 Sep '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please review the Bicycle Board's draft August monthly report to the Traffic Commission at http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9979830/20110907Report_to_TC.doc I would have attached it to this message but it contains several photos that make it too big for my ISP to let me send it. With your concurrence, I will submit it to the Traffic Commission by Friday morning when it is due. 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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Fwd: Mon Blvd. Bike Lane progresses
by Frank Gmeindl 31 Aug '11

31 Aug '11

Correction: WVU Director of Facilities and Planning is Randy Hudak, not Randy Dunlap. Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: August 31, 2011 11:33:03 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Mon Blvd. Bike Lane progresses > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > Frank, > > Sounds good. I only have one change. WVU's Director of Facilities and Planning is Randy Hudak not Randy Dunlap. > > J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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 > > > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > To: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 6:22:36 PM > Subject: [Bikeboard] Mon Blvd. Bike Lane progresses > > Bicycle Board Members, > > Today, the City of Morgantown and WVDOH verbally agreed to split the cost of the Monongahela Boulevard bicycle climbing lane 50/50. Looks like the lane will be installed July 2012. > > On July 27 of this year, Roy Nutter, Traffic Commission Chairman and I met with Terrence Moore, City Manager to try to get some forward progress on the bike lane. The outcome of that meeting was Terrence setting up today's meeting. > > At today's meeting, the participants agreed to draft an MOU that specifies the cost share based on a $25K total cost estimate. Terrence stated that he will budget $12.5K for the bike lane as a priority capital improvement project in the FY2012-2013 budget which the City Council must approve next March. > > Bill Austin agreed to take responsibility for getting the MOU done. I suppose it won't be in effect until Paul Mattox, Secretary WVDOT signs it. I guess Terrence will sign it. I don't know what WVU's role will be in it. Bill also agreed to expedite any Transportation Improvement Plan amendments necessary to get the bike lane into the WVDOH transportation plan. > > Today's meeting was attended by: > Rob Pennington, WVDOT (by phone) > Perry Keller, WVDOH (by phone) (Rob and Perry rode with us to the foot of the bike lane at last year's MPO conference) > > Terrence Moore, City Manager > Terry Hough, City Engineer > Damien Davis, Assistant City Engineer > > Randy Dunlap, WVU Director of Facilities and Planning > Joe Fisher, MMPO Chairman and former WVU Director of Facilities and Planning > Hugh Kierig, WVU Director of Parking and Transportation > > Bill Austin, Executive Director MMPO > > Roy Nutter, Chairman, Morgantown Traffic Commission > Frank Gmeindl, Fly on the Wall > > On December 8, 2010, Paul Mattox, Secretary WVDOT wrote a letter to Narvel Weese, WVU VP Finance and Administration saying that he agreed with the bike lane but needed a traffic management plan for closing the bike lane when WVU needs to park cars on it. This was discussed at today's meeting and it seemed like everybody was in agreement about what would be done but I didn't hear anybody taking the responsibility to document it so I don't know what's going to happen with that. > > Frank > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Mon Blvd. Bike Lane progresses
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Aug '11

30 Aug '11

Bicycle Board Members, Today, the City of Morgantown and WVDOH verbally agreed to split the cost of the Monongahela Boulevard bicycle climbing lane 50/50. Looks like the lane will be installed July 2012. On July 27 of this year, Roy Nutter, Traffic Commission Chairman and I met with Terrence Moore, City Manager to try to get some forward progress on the bike lane. The outcome of that meeting was Terrence setting up today's meeting. At today's meeting, the participants agreed to draft an MOU that specifies the cost share based on a $25K total cost estimate. Terrence stated that he will budget $12.5K for the bike lane as a priority capital improvement project in the FY2012-2013 budget which the City Council must approve next March. Bill Austin agreed to take responsibility for getting the MOU done. I suppose it won't be in effect until Paul Mattox, Secretary WVDOT signs it. I guess Terrence will sign it. I don't know what WVU's role will be in it. Bill also agreed to expedite any Transportation Improvement Plan amendments necessary to get the bike lane into the WVDOH transportation plan. Today's meeting was attended by: Rob Pennington, WVDOT (by phone) Perry Keller, WVDOH (by phone) (Rob and Perry rode with us to the foot of the bike lane at last year's MPO conference) Terrence Moore, City Manager Terry Hough, City Engineer Damien Davis, Assistant City Engineer Randy Dunlap, WVU Director of Facilities and Planning Joe Fisher, MMPO Chairman and former WVU Director of Facilities and Planning Hugh Kierig, WVU Director of Parking and Transportation Bill Austin, Executive Director MMPO Roy Nutter, Chairman, Morgantown Traffic Commission Frank Gmeindl, Fly on the Wall On December 8, 2010, Paul Mattox, Secretary WVDOT wrote a letter to Narvel Weese, WVU VP Finance and Administration saying that he agreed with the bike lane but needed a traffic management plan for closing the bike lane when WVU needs to park cars on it. This was discussed at today's meeting and it seemed like everybody was in agreement about what would be done but I didn't hear anybody taking the responsibility to document it so I don't know what's going to happen with that. Frank

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Fwd: August BB minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 30 Aug '11

30 Aug '11

I can't recall if I actually sent these out. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Shogren, Elizabeth (CDC/NIOSH/DRDS) <edz4(a)cdc.gov> Date: Thu, Aug 11, 2011 at 9:30 AM Subject: August BB minutes To: Elizabeth Shogren <elizabeth.schauer(a)gmail.com>

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Re: [Bikeboard] Agenda for next Thursday's meeting
by director 29 Aug '11

29 Aug '11

Frank, et al, Just some notes about the video that we'll be showing on Thursday so there are no surprises. Due to difficulty in getting child actors, particularly males, we weren't able to have it narrated by kids as we planned. At Bobby's suggestion I've been doing the voice/narration, although we still have kids doing the demonstrations - mostly non-speaking. Our intended title is "Let's Start Biking!" We have about 75% of the video filmed, Bobby has started working on the editing and we intend to do the rest of the filming tomorrow nite. We expect everything to be finished by Thursday, but there may be some finishing touches remaining. Bobby has to leave town on Saturday so Friday will be our last day to work on it, which is essentially the Official deadline anyway. Other than what's mentioned above, the script hasn't been changed substantially from what we presented after getting input at the last bike board meeting. Hope you all like it, we're pretty excited about what we've accomplished with limited resources and a short time. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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I believed this for a while, now transportation planners are saying it
by director 28 Aug '11

28 Aug '11

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/opinions/opinion/drivers-want-more-spac… -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Don Spencer replacement
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Aug '11

27 Aug '11

Bicycle Board Members, I only learned this week that Don Spencer is no longer a member of the Bicycle Board because he is no longer a member of the Traffic Commission. The Bicycle Board's procedural guidelines, Word version of the document membership sectionrequire that at least one voting member also be a Traffic Commission voting member. I guess the TC will eventually appoint one of their voting members to the BB. I don't know if we have anything to say about who they appoint. If they ask, I would like to have a recommendation with a justification for the recommendation. The current Traffic Commission membership is on the City website at http://www.morgantown.com/traffic.htm but I think it is incorrect. My best guess at the voting members and who/what they represent is: Roy Nutter, Chairman, Member at Large Ken Martis, Planning Commission Wes Nugent, City Council Margaret Roberts, 1st ward Paul Steel, 2nd ward David McKain, 3rd ward Chris Gluck, 4th ward Adam Henry, 5th ward Andrea Soccorsi, 6th ward Jamie Lewis, 7th ward Don Spencer was the City Council representative on the Traffic Commission so he is no longer a member of the Traffic Commission because he lost the City Council election. Bummer. Frank

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Agenda for next Thursday's meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Aug '11

27 Aug '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, a suggested agenda for our meeting next Thursday. If you would like to make any changes to the agenda, including additions, please reply ASAP. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Henry Clay 30K
by Chip Wamsley 24 Aug '11

24 Aug '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 17:31:33 -0400 Sounds like a good idea. Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > >gunnar's putting on the 24th annual Henry Clay 30K race this weekend at Cooper's Rock SP. Betsy suggested giving away the new I Share the Road bumper stickers and gunnar plans to put the BikeMorgantown logo on the race announcement: http://gshogren.freeshell.org/Coops/2011_race.html . I'm OK with that but if any of you have any objection, please reply ASAP. > > > >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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Henry Clay 30K
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Aug '11

24 Aug '11

Bicycle Board Members, gunnar's putting on the 24th annual Henry Clay 30K race this weekend at Cooper's Rock SP. Betsy suggested giving away the new I Share the Road bumper stickers and gunnar plans to put the BikeMorgantown logo on the race announcement: http://gshogren.freeshell.org/Coops/2011_race.html . I'm OK with that but if any of you have any objection, please reply ASAP. 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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Bike/ped language in the new Maryland Driver Ed Handbook
by director 24 Aug '11

24 Aug '11

Good morning, Yesterday Chet Parsons forwarded a link to the new MD handbook. The complete document is huge, but I cut out the section on bikes and pedestrians. It looks like good model language. Enjoy. Expect Bicyclists on the Road Expect to find a bicyclist on all types of roads (except interstate highways and toll facilities), at all intersections and roundabouts, in all types of weather, and at all times of the day and night. Bicyclists may ride out in the travel lane for their own safety due to narrow roads, or to avoid obstacles or pavement hazards. On roads without shoulders, or with cars parked along the right side, often the safest place for a bicyclist to ride is in the center of the lane. In Maryland, a bicyclist may use the full lane even while traveling substantially below the speed of traffic if the lane is too narrow for a car to safely pass a bicycle within the lane). Before opening a car door, check for bicyclists who may be approaching from behind. Following a Bicyclist As you approach a bicyclist, slow down. Avoid honking your horn. Bicyclists can usually hear an approaching vehicle and loud noises can startle bicyclists, causing a crash. Bicycles do not have turn signals so bicyclists use hand and arm signals to alert you of their intentions. Do not follow a bicycle too closely. Remember that small holes, glass, and other hazards can be particularly dangerous to bicyclists. Bicycles can stop and maneuver quickly so a bicyclist may swerve or change speed to avoid a road hazard that a motorist cannot see. Pass with Care -- Give Bikes at Least 3 Feet Pass a bicyclist as you would any slowly moving vehicle. Be prepared to slow down, wait until oncoming traffic is clear and then allow at least 3 feet of clearance between your car and the bicyclist when passing. The same 3-foot clearance applies if you are passing a bicyclist in a bike lane, on the shoulder, or in the same lane as your car. After passing a bicyclist, check your mirror to ensure that you have completely passed the bicycle with enough room before you move back to the right. Use Caution at Intersections, Bridges and Driveways Always assume that bicyclists are traveling straight through an intersection unless they signal otherwise, and yield to bicycles just as you would to any other vehicle. Bicyclists often ride on sidewalks and trails, so look both ways before crossing a sidewalk or trail. A bicycle may come from an unexpected direction. Never make a right turn from a through lane immediately after passing a bike on a shoulder or bike lane. Try to avoid any chance that a bicycle will be to your right or in your right blind spot when you turn right. Before starting a right turn, move as far to the right as practicable within the bike lane, shoulder, or right turn lane. Yield to bicycles as to any other vehicle proceeding straight. Do not turn left immediately in front of a bicycle. Experienced bicyclists often ride very fast (as fast as 35 mph!) and may be closer than you think. If you are passing a left-turning vehicle by moving right, first look closely for bicycles. Wherever a travel way narrows for a bridge, parked cars, or other obstructions on the right, be prepared for a bicyclist riding on the shoulder to merge left into the main traffic lane. Driving at Night If you see a dim reflective object at night do not assume that it is outside of the roadway. It could be a bicycle in the main travel lane. Bicyclists sometimes avoid shoulders at night when cars are not present because tree branches, potholes, debris, and even the edge of the pavement are difficult to see. Your headlights may provide enough light for the bicyclist to safely move into the shoulder for you to pass, but it takes longer at night. When approaching a bicycle, use your low beam headlights. Watch for Children Children on bicycles are sometimes unpredictable. Expect the unexpected and remember they are small in stature and may be hard to see. Young bicyclists are especially likely to make surprising changes in direction. Be aware of bicyclists entering the roadway from driveways or near parked cars. Strictly observe speed limits in school zones and in residential areas to allow time to see, and safely share the road with, young bicyclists. -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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New MVA manual out
by Chet Parsons 23 Aug '11

23 Aug '11

Maryland has a new driver's manual out - bicycle section starts on page 29 - goes into effect this fall. The pdf is almost 9 MB so I just included the link to the page. http://www.mva.maryland.gov/Resources/DL-002A.pdf Chet

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Treehugger article today: Curing car vs. cyclist wars...
by director 18 Aug '11

18 Aug '11

Good morning, This article has some interesting and useful statistics to confront motorists with. http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/08/curing-car-versus-cyclist-wars-with… I particularly like this line... "Though the idea of withholding funding to a system until all users agree to strictly follow the rules is a new line of logic (imagine canceling road improvements until car drivers were caught speeding), bashing scofflaw cyclists, or course, isn't unique to Portland or Commissioner Fritz" My takeaway from the article is this. Everyone behaves about equally badly on the roads, not surprising since there is probably a lot of overlap between the groups polled. Equally unsurprising is that the recommended solution is to just "Yield the right of Way" - already a law that applies to motorist, bicyclists and pedestrians. What's missing in traffic education is an explanation of what "Yield" means and an understanding of who has the right of way. We've addressed that in the youth cycling video we're working on. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Fwd: 2011 PLANNING CONFERENCE
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Aug '11

16 Aug '11

Bicycle Board Members, This is an invitation to the annual WVDOT/MPO/FHWA Transportation Planning Conference Sep. 20-22. Last year, we made a good showing with a good presentation and an evening bike ride on which several BB members hosted several WVDOT employees on a bike ride followed by a picnic. Several months ago, I already committed to another activity the last 2 weeks of September so will not be attending the Transportation Planning Conference. I think the BB should be represented and am asking you to send someone. I am willing to help out however I can but I cannot go. Since this is clearly a ripe banana, I would like us to discuss it by e-mail and hopefully have someone identified to go and have a plan before our Sep. 4 BB meeting. Even if we can't get on the agenda, we should go to continue to nurture the relationships we established last year. 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Everyone, > > I would like to invite you to this year’s WVDOT/MPO/FHWA Transportation Planning Conference which will be held on September 20-22 at the Resort at Glade Springs in Daniels, WV. Attached is the official announcement along with the tentative agenda. Here is the link to the website to register http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/wvdiv/2011plancon/ > > Please make reservations no later than September 6. Also attached is a tentative agenda. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Please accept my apologies if you receive this email more than once and for the late notice. > > One change from the website….the conference will begin at 12:30 pm now instead of 1 pm. > > > William R. Murray, P.E. > Regional Planning Engineer > Freight Coordinator > WVDOT-DOH > Program Planning & Administration Division > (304) 558-9741 > Bill.R.Murray(a)wv.gov > > > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Route signs
by Chip Wamsley 15 Aug '11

15 Aug '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 14:46:37 -0400 >Bike Route Mapping Team, > >We will have approximately $3,000 left in the education grant budget that must be spent before Sep. 4. I met with Jeff Mikorski today to discuss options. One is to purchase Bike Route signs. Another is to print the Bike Route Map. > >Purchasing signs is probably more straightforward. There are standard bike route signs defined in the MUTCD (see attached). We may also want to purchase directional arrows to go with the signs but this would necessitate knowing where the signs will be located. The City both makes and purchases signs. For this task, we probably want to purchase them from a vendor. Damien may be able to give us contact info for a sign vendor that the City has used. Alice, will you take the lead on this? If not, please persuade someone else on the team do take the lead. > >Printing the bike route map will probably be more work. Decisions will have to be made on size, format etc. in addition to getting a vendor to do it. Chet, will you take the lead on this? If not, please persuade someone else on the team do take the lead. One possible outcome is a decision that it can't be done on time. > >Whatever we do, the products will have to be delivered before Sep. 4. > >Let's copy at least the other members of the mapping team on our discussion of these options at least until we make a decision whether to pursue one, the other or some combination of both. Obviously, one factor in our decision will be that we have approximately $3,000 to work with. > >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 > > > > > > >To all, I'm in favor of the signs as we have the map on the web site and the signs will be more visible initially an dmaybe get that program kick started. Chip

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Fwd: Complaint - Rule Breaking Bikers
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Aug '11

15 Aug '11

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Chip, Ryan and gunnar for helping me craft the following response to Mr. Smith. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: BikeMorgantown <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com> > Date: August 15, 2011 3:57:00 PM EDT > To: <Bryan_C_Smith(a)nerdshack.com> <Bryan_C_Smith(a)nerdshack.com> > Subject: Re: Complaint - Rule Breaking Bikers > > Dear Mr. Smith, > > Thank you for your message. I'm delighted that you have seen the ads and appreciate your comments. > > You are correct, the ads do not show cyclists disobeying rules. We chose to show cyclists obeying rules. The purpose of the ads is to educate. > > The first three spots: "Always Ride with the Flow of Traffic", "Obey Intersection Rules" and "Always Scan, Signal and Negotiate" are aimed directly at cyclists and are intended to show cyclists proper behavior to avoid the most common cyclist errors that cause crashes. Spots 4-7: "Treat Bicycles the Same as Other Vehicles", "Passing Cyclists Safely", "Yield to Traffic that has the Right of Way" and "Watch for Cyclists" address key motorist errors that cause crashes with bicycles. In each of these cases, first the motorist error is shown and then the correct motorist action is shown. In these spots, the intention is to show each error from a cyclist's eye view to make both cyclists and motorists aware of the jeopardy in which these movements put the cyclist and then to show the proper movement. If you're interested in viewing these video spots at your leisure, you can see them at > http://bikemorgantown.com/articles.php?str=2010/08/psas-complete.html > > I too have observed bicyclists violating the rules of the road. Teaching the rules of the road is the primary emphasis of the Confident City Cycling Traffic Skills 101 classes that we teach every Monday night and one weekend each month. Please check the calendar at http://bikemorgantown.com/calendar.php for the schedule and more complete course descriptions. > > Your statement, "Since this campaign kicked off, I’ve seen no real world examples of such behavior." prompts me to ask how much you ride and where. As both a bicyclist and a motorcyclist, I have frequently observed the shown motorist errors. Talk with a seasoned cyclist or go into any bike shop and I'm sure you'll hear plentiful tales of motorists pulling out in front of cyclists, passing them too closely and cutting in front of them. Federal Highway Administration studies have shown such errors to be major causes of crashes between bicycles and motor vehicles. In addition to the rules of the road, in Traffic Skills 101 we also teach bicycle handling skills to prevent motorists making these errors and to avoid crashes caused by them. > > If you ride a bike or are considering riding a bike, I hope you will scan the BikeMorgantown.com website and perhaps register for one or our classes. If you send me your surface mail address, I'll send you some hard copies of other educational materials that we are distributing. Perhaps you could help us convert some of those rule breaking jerks into model cyclists. > > In any case, I am grateful for your interest and hope you will tell others about Morgantown's Confident City Cycling program. > > > 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 > > > > On Aug 9, 2011, at 5:06 PM, <Bryan_C_Smith(a)nerdshack.com> <Bryan_C_Smith(a)nerdshack.com> wrote: > >> Dear sir or ma’am, >> >> Pardon me for disturbing you, but I have a complaint about your ad campaign. In the “Same Roads, Same Rules, Same Rights” ads, all of the examples of carelessness/malfeasance involve the drivers of automobiles disrespecting (or putting at risk) bicyclists – but none showing the reverse. Since this campaign kicked off, I’ve seen no real world examples of such behavior. >> >> However, I have seen bikers flagrantly disrespecting the rules of the road. For example, at the 4-way stop by the WVU Business School, I recently saw a man on a bicycle mixed in with a line of cars stopped at the red light. Rather than wait, he got out of line, passed the five cars in front of him, and then turned left on the red light. Luckily, there wasn’t any oncoming traffic at the moment – but that’s pretty flagrant, dangerous, and hardly an example of the “same rules” applying to both vehicle types. >> >> Now, I respect the goal your trying to reach. But please try for a slightly more balanced tone – bikers can be every bit the rule breaking jerks that automobile drivers can be. And if you could remind the local bicyclists that they have to follow the rules of the road too, it would be nice. >> >> Thank you for your time. >> >> Sincerely, >> Bryan Smith >> >> >

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Thank you for bicycling in our city!
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Aug '11

13 Aug '11

Bicycle Board Members, What do you think of the attached? If you like it and we can get a design for a sticker for here, we could probably use some of the remaining grant money for it. Let me know if you want to take this on. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Route signs
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Aug '11

11 Aug '11

Damien, Thanks for being so pro-active on supporting the BB, especially as an ex-officio! Apparently, you're the only member willing to work on the bike route signs so if you're willingly to do everything to get them ordered and delivered, go for it. Otherwise, your work would be to no avail for our Sep 4 sign delivery deadline. You can now access the bike route map on bikemorgantown.com. Frank On Aug 11, 2011, at 11:05 AM, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> wrote: > Frank, > > I spoke with Jeff about this the other day and I am working on getting cost for "Bike Route" and "Share the Road" signs from a couple different vendors. Do you still what this Info? > > J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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 > > > From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > To: "Chet Parsons" <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> > Cc: "Jim Rye" <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 8:15:15 PM > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Route signs > > Chet, > > Thanks for taking the lead on getting the bike route map printed. Apparently nobody wants to work on getting the signs so it looks like we'll apply our remaining resources to printing the bike route map. Besides determining the sizes, identifying vendors and estimating costs, what else has to be done? On what will you need help? I hope some other members will chip in. > > Frank > > On Aug 8, 2011, at 7:00 PM, Chet Parsons wrote: > > Chip makes a good argument. What does everyone else think? > > I can still spec out the printing costs for a couple different sizes. > > On Aug 8, 2011 6:35 PM, "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: > > I meant to provide this link to the section of the MUTCD that addresses bike route signs: http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/pdfs/2009/part9.pdf . I've also attached figure 9B-4 from that section that shows the signs. We probably need a bunch of D11-1 and M5's and M6's. That section at the link also specifies sign size, where they must be located, etc. > > > > Frank > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Do we have the right mayor?
by Graber, Stephen 10 Aug '11

10 Aug '11

Thought most of you would enjoy this! Fed up with illegal parking, the Mayor of Vilnius used a tank to crush a Mercedes that was illegally parked in a bike lane. http://thelede.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/08/02/vilnius-mayor-crushes-car-in-bi… ------------------------------------------- Stephen G. Graber Biochem & Mol Pharmacology PO Box 9142, HSN-3122 West Virginia University Morgantown, WV 26506-9142 phone: 304-293-2305 ------ _0 ------ _ \<,_ ---- (*)/ (*) ________________________________

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Bike Route signs
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Aug '11

08 Aug '11

Bike Route Mapping Team, We will have approximately $3,000 left in the education grant budget that must be spent before Sep. 4. I met with Jeff Mikorski today to discuss options. One is to purchase Bike Route signs. Another is to print the Bike Route Map. Purchasing signs is probably more straightforward. There are standard bike route signs defined in the MUTCD (see attached). We may also want to purchase directional arrows to go with the signs but this would necessitate knowing where the signs will be located. The City both makes and purchases signs. For this task, we probably want to purchase them from a vendor. Damien may be able to give us contact info for a sign vendor that the City has used. Alice, will you take the lead on this? If not, please persuade someone else on the team do take the lead. Printing the bike route map will probably be more work. Decisions will have to be made on size, format etc. in addition to getting a vendor to do it. Chet, will you take the lead on this? If not, please persuade someone else on the team do take the lead. One possible outcome is a decision that it can't be done on time. Whatever we do, the products will have to be delivered before Sep. 4. Let's copy at least the other members of the mapping team on our discussion of these options at least until we make a decision whether to pursue one, the other or some combination of both. Obviously, one factor in our decision will be that we have approximately $3,000 to work with. 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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(no subject)
by director 08 Aug '11

08 Aug '11

Good morning, I received 2 comments from bike board members after last Thursday's presentation at the meeting. Today is the day I'll be finalizing the script. The 2 comments related to the sequence of subjects. I'll take that under advisement, but be aware that we can still change sequencing of scenes after they are shot. Naturally we want to get it as right as possible in the script though to save time. Thanks for your comments and support. Nick. -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Fwd: Stripe Mon Blvd. shoulder
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Aug '11

07 Aug '11

Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: August 7, 2011 2:10:49 PM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Cc: "Radabaugh, Bryan L" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov>, "Roy Nutter" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Re: Stripe Mon Blvd. shoulder > > Bryan, > > I hope you read this message before you take any action on the Mon Blvd. striping. I rode up there yesterday and it's already been re-striped with the standard 4-inch wide stripe. So, please ignore my request to stripe it with a 6-inch wide stripe. Hopefully, we'll soon get all the ducks in all the ducks in a row to mark the climbing shoulder as a bike lane and then we can widen the edge stripe to 6-inches. > > Thanks for your positive response and cooperation! > > > 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 > > > > On Aug 4, 2011, at 2:54 PM, Frank Gmeindl wrote: > >> Thanks, Bryan! >> >> Frank >> >> On Aug 4, 2011, at 1:23 PM, Radabaugh, Bryan L wrote: >> >>> We will look into it and let you know. >>> >>> Bryan Radabaugh >>> >>> From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] >>> Sent: Tuesday, August 02, 2011 12:03 PM >>> To: Radabaugh, Bryan L >>> Cc: Roy Nutter; Bill Austin; Damien Davis >>> Subject: Stripe Mon Blvd. shoulder >>> >>> Bryan, >>> >>> Can you paint a 6-inch wide stripe between the roadway and shoulder northbound on Monongahela Blvd. between Eighth St. and Evansdale Drive? >>> >>> Yesterday, I noticed that new asphalt has been applied to that shoulder. Please accept the gratitude of many cyclists for repairing the shoulder which has been crumbling lately. >>> >>> The new asphalt has covered the roadway edge line so I assume you will re-stripe it as soon as possible. Instead of the standard 4-inch white edge line, I'm wondering if you could apply a 6-inch wide stripe. 6-inch is the standard stripe width for demarcating a bike lane. As you know, WVDOH, the City of Morgantown, the Morgantown Monongalia MPO and WVU have been negotiating for a bicycle climbing lane on that shoulder and we continue to progress toward realizing it. Painting a 6-inch wide stripe could be another small step in that direction. >>> >>> See page Page 23 of 1999 AASHTO Guide to the Development of Bicycle Facilities (http://www.sccrtc.org/bikes/AASHTO_1999_BikeBook.pdf ) for stripe width guidance. >>> >>> I've attached the bike lane plans for your convenience. >>> >>> >>> 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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Fwd: Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda August 11, 2011 6:30 PM
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Aug '11

06 Aug '11

Bicycle Board Members, Attached are the agenda and attachments for this week's MPO "Citizen's Acvisory Committee meeting. If you have comments, please send to me before Thursday. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: August 5, 2011 5:53:25 PM EDT > To: "'Bill Austin'" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, "'Roy Nutter'" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'John E. Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, "'Maria Smith'" <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, "Jim & Dottie Gaston" <jegdeg(a)westco.net>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Cc: "'D. Williams'" <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net> > Subject: Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda August 11, 2011 6:30 PM > > > > CAC Members, > > Please find attached the agenda and information items for the upcoming meeting. Please let me know if you will be unable to attend the meeting. > > Thank you, > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > "The key to change is to let go of fear." Roseanne Cash > "Never forget only dead fish swim with the stream" Malcolm Muggeridge > > > > >

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Tonight's product
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Aug '11

04 Aug '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached the result of our work on the Education and Encouragement sections of the Morgantown Bicycle Plan. It's also in Dropbox at http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9979830/EducationEncouragement.doc Perhaps we can complete this and the Enforcement section next meeting? Frank

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In-line grates
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Aug '11

04 Aug '11

Thanks to help from gunnar and Ryan, I managed to put a news item on in-line grates at http://bikemorgantown.com/articles.php?str=2011/08/wvdoh-replaces-in-line-g… Enjoy! Frank

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Youth Cycling Skills video project - < 10yo - Preliminary Script
by director 04 Aug '11

04 Aug '11

Good evening, Attached you'll find the preliminary script for the <10 video. It's been through several iterations already, but Robby is out of town until Monday so I'm presenting this to all of you to make comments before then. Please send me your comments external to the document, referring to section topic and what your suggested change is. At this point the video reads in about 9 minutes, the longest we expect it to be in final production. If you have sections for topics to add or remove please don't hesitate to say so. If we have extra content after finalizing the video, we will probably deliver it separately so it might be used for PSA and such. Thank you for your time and comments. See you at the meeting. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Parking tonight
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Aug '11

04 Aug '11

Bicycle Board Members, For those of you driving a motor vehicle to tonight's BB meeting park in Lot F. That's the parking lot behind the church that is beside the lot in which we used to park and that is now being reconstructed for the farmers market. According to the Parking Authority, you won't get a ticket tonight. Frank

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Parking tonight
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Aug '11

04 Aug '11

Bicycle Board Members, For those of you driving a motor vehicle to tonight's BB meeting park in Lot F. That's the parking lot behind the church that is beside the lot in which we used to park and that is now being reconstructed for the farmers market. According to the Parking Authority, you won't get a ticket tonight. Frank

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Better late than never
by Chet Parsons 03 Aug '11

03 Aug '11

Here's a slogan I saw on the interwebz today. [image: biketraffic.jpg]

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Success!
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Aug '11

03 Aug '11

WVDOH has replaced the in-line grates on Beechurst Av. with bicycle-friendly grates. See attached before and after pics. Thanks to Bryan Radabaugh, WVDOH District 4 Design Engineer for making it happen. Thanks to Betsy Shogren for first identifying the issue way back in 2007 when the BB brainstormed a list of improvements for bicyclists. Frank Never, never, never, never give up - Winston Churchill

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Agenda & read-aheads for Thursday
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Aug '11

02 Aug '11

Bicycle Board Members, Attached, please find the final agenda for this Thursday's BB meeting. Also attached, are the minutes of the last meeting and the Education and Encouragement sections of the draft Morgantown Bicycle plan. Please note that there are some other read-aheads to which links are provided at the bottom of the agenda. Frank

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FW: Ice's Ferry Bridge closure
by director 02 Aug '11

02 Aug '11

Good afternoon, This is the most recent response to my inquiry about the status of bike access on the Ice's Ferry Bridge on Cheat Lake at Lakeview (SR857). Note that the message makes no mention of bicycles, in spite of the fact that I specifically asked about them. Sheesh. As I've mentioned before, the contractors have let me cross every time I've asked when I've had to get across during working hours. As mentioned below, they've been leaving the road open at the end of every workday to give dockowners access and this makes it passable for bikes as well. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Estel, Tracy L" <Tracy.L.Estel(a)wv.gov> Date: Fri, 29 Jul 2011 14:02:02 -0400 Mr. Hein, At this time, the roadway and bridge are not open to traffic. However, the bridge may be used for access by those who own the docks on the Morgantown side. We are working with the contractor to try to open the roadway and bridge sooner than the contract completion date of October 31, 2012. Thank you, Tracy Estel Acting Construction Engineer -----Original Message----- From: director [mailto:director@positivespin.org] Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2011 10:42 AM To: Radabaugh, Bryan L Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] Ice's Ferry Bridge closure Bryan, About 2 months ago Frank Gmeindl and I met with Fred Shoukry, at which time Fred indicated that the Ices Ferry bridge would re-open in 3-4 weeks to one-lane traffic. I've seen no indication that this is going to happen and construction workers at the site are unaware of any plans to reopen to traffic. Has this changed? I am still riding the bridge daily, having to get permission to cross each time from the site workers. I'm concerned, particularly today since seeing more activity on the Morgantown side, that there may be days when the route is blocked. Thank you for your attention to this matter. My job really does depend on me having a safe and reliable route to get to Morgantown. Other cyclists depend on it as well. Nick Hein. -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -- -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Fwd: Stripe Mon Blvd. shoulder
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Aug '11

02 Aug '11

FYI Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: August 2, 2011 12:02:46 PM EDT > To: Bryan L Radabaugh <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> > Cc: Roy Nutter <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)labyrinth.net>, Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Stripe Mon Blvd. shoulder > > Bryan, > > Can you paint a 6-inch wide stripe between the roadway and shoulder northbound on Monongahela Blvd. between Eighth St. and Evansdale Drive? > > Yesterday, I noticed that new asphalt has been applied to that shoulder. Please accept the gratitude of many cyclists for repairing the shoulder which has been crumbling lately. > > The new asphalt has covered the roadway edge line so I assume you will re-stripe it as soon as possible. Instead of the standard 4-inch white edge line, I'm wondering if you could apply a 6-inch wide stripe. 6-inch is the standard stripe width for demarcating a bike lane. As you know, WVDOH, the City of Morgantown, the Morgantown Monongalia MPO and WVU have been negotiating for a bicycle climbing lane on that shoulder and we continue to progress toward realizing it. Painting a 6-inch wide stripe could be another small step in that direction. > > See page Page 23 of 1999 AASHTO Guide to the Development of Bicycle Facilities (http://www.sccrtc.org/bikes/AASHTO_1999_BikeBook.pdf ) for stripe width guidance. > > I've attached the bike lane plans for your convenience. > > > 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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Fwd: Invitation to Meeting On Human Services Transportation
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Aug '11

01 Aug '11

FYI Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: August 1, 2011 5:32:43 PM EDT > To: <bill(a)byrnehedges.com>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, <eldonc(a)msn.com>, <gvmayor(a)comcast.net>, <jambie1(a)comcast.net>, <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>, <statler4board(a)hotmail.com>, <mayordave(a)comcast.net> > Cc: "'Hugh Kierig'" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'D. Williams'" <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net>, <rwsnyder301(a)comcast.net>, "'Butch Renner'", <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Jim & Dottie Gaston" <jegdeg(a)westco.net>, "'Keller, Perry J'" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "Radabaugh, Bryan L" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov>, "Shoukry, Fouad N" <Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov>, "Terry Hough" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Tim Ball" <tball(a)mub.org>, "Warner, Richard L" <Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov>, <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, "'Maria Smith'" <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, "'Roy Nutter'" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'John E. Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, "Jim & Dottie Gaston" <jegdeg(a)westco.net>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Invitation to Meeting On Human Services Transportation > > MPO Committee Members, > > The WVA Division of Public Transit has hired a consultant to develop a Human Services Transportation Plan for Doddridge, Harrison, Marion, Monongalia, Preston and Taylor counties. They are holding a meeting to identify the needs for this type of transportation on August 9th at the Marion County Senior Center. I am planning to attend this meeting but other interested parties are welcome to attend as well. Please pass this information on to those you know who may be interested in attending the meeting. > > If you would like to ride with me please let me know. I am attaching an invitation for your information. > > Thank you, > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > "The key to change is to let go of fear." Roseanne Cash > "Never forget only dead fish swim with the stream" Malcolm Muggeridge > > > >

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Agenda for next Thursday's BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Jul '11

28 Jul '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, a suggested agenda for next Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting. Please reply at your earliest convenience with any changes you'd like to make. Frank

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Fwd: Draft ADA Priority List
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Jul '11

27 Jul '11

FYI. Action, if any, due before this Friday. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: July 27, 2011 9:07:06 PM EDT > To: <bill(a)byrnehedges.com>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, <eldonc(a)msn.com>, <gvmayor(a)comcast.net>, <jambie1(a)comcast.net>, <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>, <statler4board(a)hotmail.com>, <mayordave(a)comcast.net> > Cc: "'Hugh Kierig'" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'D. Williams'" <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net>, <rwsnyder301(a)comcast.net>, "'Butch Renner'", <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Jim & Dottie Gaston" <jegdeg(a)westco.net>, "'Keller, Perry J'" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "Radabaugh, Bryan L" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov>, "Shoukry, Fouad N" <Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov>, "Terry Hough" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Tim Ball" <tball(a)mub.org>, "Warner, Richard L" <Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov>, <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, "'Maria Smith'" <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, "'Roy Nutter'" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'John E. Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, "Jim & Dottie Gaston" <jegdeg(a)westco.net>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Draft ADA Priority List > > MPO Committee Members, > > As you may or may not be aware we were contacted by DOH approximately two weeks ago and asked to prepare a list of projects that would address American with Disabilities Acts issues within the area. We forwarded a request to all of the MPO’s member jurisdictions and agencies for projects that would address these concerns. We need to submit the list preferably prioritized to DOH for their analyses on Friday. We received responses from two of our member organizations the City of Morgantown and Mountain Line. The responses indicated that the MPO should look at many corridors for sidewalk improvements as part of the development of our long range plan. > > However, it is my estimation that the funding that will be available from DOH for these projects will be relatively limited and that it should be focused on addressing pressing issues. For this reason I am recommending that the MPO recommend no more than five projects. The list below is three projects. Please feel free to suggest projects in addition to those listed below. A summary of the recommended projects provided by the responding agencies is attached for your review. Please note that the highlighted projects in the list were the priority projects of the recommending agency. > > In reviewing the project proposed by the responding agencies it is staff’s recommendation that at a minimum the following list be provided to DOH on Friday. > > 1) Intersection of Spruce and Willey Street-Curb cut correction, removal of obstructions, and other improvements. Recommended by Morgantown Pedestrian Board and Northern WV Center for Independent Living > > 2) 119 (Grafton Road) at Scott’s Road-Installation of landing area, pedestrian signal. Recommended by Mountain Line-One known pedestrian fatality at this location > > 3) Provide Sidewalk and crossing and ramp to Caperton Trail on Earl Core Road at Powell Avenue. In driving the WV 7 corridor it could be argued that the stretch between I-68 and the Hogback turn could all use sidewalk and that the sidewalk from the Hogback to the Walnut Street Bridge needs to be upgraded. In fact that is the recommendation of both Mountain Line and the City of Morgantown. While we concur the entire corridor needs sidewalk we are recommending the proposed project because it would allow the Caperton trail to fill the missing link between the Brookhaven residential area and the commercial area along Earl Core Road. Recommended by Mountain Line and Morgantown Pedestrian Board. > > It should be noted that staff concurs that there should be sidewalk/transit facility accommodations along 19 in Westover. However, right of way limitations as well as an incomplete knowledge of pedestrian/transit use along the corridor does not permit the selection of one single site above the several sites recommended. > > Please let me know of any concerns with submitting this list to DOH by 3 PM on Friday. If there are no concerns this list will be submitted then. > > Thank you for your consideration in this matter. Please do not hesitate to contact me 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 > "The key to change is to let go of fear." Roseanne Cash > "Never forget only dead fish swim with the stream" Malcolm Muggeridge > > > >

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Report to Traffic Commission
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Jul '11

27 Jul '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please review and comment on attached draft Bicycle Board Report to Traffic Commission that I would like to present at next Wednesday's Traffic Commission meeting. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Police Info Card
by Chip Wamsley 21 Jul '11

21 Jul '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org Date: Thu, 21 Jul 2011 17:01:35 -0400 (EDT) All, I like the ticket size (with fold option) because in unfolded form it has more impact like a ticket but folded it can be tucked in a wallet. The whole idea of a smaller format was to eliminate cruiser clutter, but has anyone asked officers on the force what they think? Chip >Frank, Gunnar; > >Here are a couple quick ideas for the Police informational card. One is a ticket size handout ( 6in. x 3.5in.) that would be print front and back (motorist on one side and cyclist on the other). It could be left ticket size or folded twice to be the size of a business card. The other is business card sized. There would have to be two different cards, one for motorist and one for cyclist. I did this real quick so let me know if you like any of them and I will develop them further. Thanks > > >J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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: Bike Video - Contracts, budgets and description
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Jul '11

21 Jul '11

Begin forwarded message: > From: "director" <director(a)positivespin.org> > Date: July 18, 2011 12:41:37 PM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Bike Video - Contracts, budgets and description > Reply-To: <director(a)positivespin.org> > > Jeff, Frank, > Positive Spin is pleased to provide the City of Morgantown (in cooperation with the Bicycle Board/Education Committee) with this proposal to produce a video of youth bicycling skills. Frank Gmeindl has seen an earlier version and recommended changes, which I've incorporated as best I can. As of this writing I hadn't received a sample contract to guide the draft format so I've prepared it as best I can. Please let me know if this is satisfactory, our timeline is short and we need to be under contract before any work can proceed. > > Thank you, > Nick > > -- > Nick Hein LCI# 1705 > Director, Positive Spin > 803 East Brockway Ave > Morgantown, WV > ph 304-276-0213 > --

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July BB Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 18 Jul '11

18 Jul '11

Happy Summer! Enjoy the attached BB minutes! Betsy

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Handout
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Jul '11

16 Jul '11

Chris, Thank you very much for creating the opportunity for the Bicycle Board to work with the Planning Commission on bicycle storage. Thanks also for keeping us on topic and for driving to a consensus. The electronic file for the presentation that Chip delivered is in Dropbox at http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9979830/BicycleStorage/BICYCLE%20PARKING%20REPORT.d… . You should be able to just click on the link and download it. (It's too big for me to attach to an e-mail.) After Thursday's meeting, we took an action item to collect city bicycle storage ordinances, summarize them and share them with you. It may take a month or so for us to complete this. 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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Fwd: Storage
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Jul '11

15 Jul '11

Bicycle Board Members, Chris Fletcher contacted me today to schedule for July 14, the workshop that the BB will conduct with the Planning Commission on bicycle parking and storage. I originally only copied the BB Parking Committee on the message at the bottom of this thread. Only Chip responded. While he provided valuable input, he did not volunteer to take the lead on this. IF YOU ARE WILLING TO LEAD OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE REPLY ASAP, If someone doesn't step up by Friday to lead this, I will tell Chris then that it ain't gonna happen. He has already discussed this with the Planning Commission and they want to do it. They are also willing to make it the second part of their July 14 meeting which begins at 6:30 pm. The workshop would tentatively begin at 7:30 pm and would best be kept short: say 30 minutes to an hour. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: chip wamsley <chipwamsley(a)gmail.com> > Date: May 17, 2011 6:17:17 AM EDT > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Cc: Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Alice Vernon <vernon.mail(a)gmail.com>, Elizabeth Shogren <elizabeth.schauer(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: Storage > > Frank, > > Chris is partly right--we should educate him, but the developers will only act if there is an ordinance. There has been at least one case where the fire marshall forced an apartment complex in Star City along the trail to make provisions for bike parking because residents were locking bikes to interior railings, thereby blocking access. I can come to a meeting with Chris, let me know when. I don't think we should wait until our June meeting, the sooner we get the wheels rolling the better. > > Chip > > > > On Mon, May 16, 2011 at 10:05 AM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: > Parking Committee Members, > > On August 6, 2007, we sent to Chris Fletcher (then City Planner) the attached recommendation for bicycle storage in multi-family dwellings. That recommendation became Morgantown ordinance 1349.08 PARKING AND LOADING STANDARDS. > > Unfortunately, our recommendation was for multi-family dwellings in areas zoned B-4 and we recently learned that only downtown is zoned B-4. So, that ordinance does not apply to multi-family dwellings such as the new BeechView and any other buildings around town that aren't in areas zoned B-4. > > Don Spencer has met with Chris Fletcher to try to get the areas expanded. Chris doesn't want to do it. He does not like the standards in B-4 and does not feel that he has adequate justification to address changing standards for bike “parking” in multi-family construction outside of B-4 in a facility like Beech View. Don explained to him that the issue is not just parking but also bike storage. It is not safe to leave a $500 bike in an open garage night after night, week after week. There needs to be other lock-up storage provided or else hooks in bed rooms, etc. > > Chris also feels that his office is being put in the middle between the Bike Board and the developers. He says that the Bicycle Board should be doing the education of the Planning Commission members and for the developers on the matter if the Bicycle Board feels strongly about the importance of the parking. > > Personally, I think that being in the middle between the BB and developers is exactly where Chris should be. The BB advises the TC and the TC advises the City Manager who is Chris' boss. I agree that we should educate Chris but not that we should get between him and the developers. > > I would like to arrange for the Parking Committee to meet with Chris Fletcher. I will set up a Doodle to find a date. Maybe waiting for the June BB meeting would be a better idea. You tell me. > > I will meet with Chris this week. My desired outcome for our meeting is that we have an agreement that the BB will educate him and the Planning Commission on bicycle storage by presenting a compelling case based on successes in other cities. I think this could be quite fun because Ken Martis and Jenny Selin are Planning Commission members. From working with Ken on the TC, I expect he would be very enthusiastic about our presentation and we already know that Jenny is on our side since she worked so hard with us to get the downtown parking rings done. > > ASAP, I would like to get prepared for the education meeting with the Planning Commission. if you have any bicycle storage standards, best practices, examples, case studies, etc. that would substantiate our recommendation, could you please send it to me? I will upload them to the Dropbox, https://www.dropbox.com/home#/Public/BicycleStorage::: I remember that we had good stuff when we made the attached recommendation but I no longer have any of that stuff. I only remember that I found some stuff on Pgh. I will search for that again and put it in the Dropbox as well. > > 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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bike lane
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Jul '11

10 Jul '11

Bicycle Board Members, Does anybody know of any WV bike lanes that were funded by the State? As you know, one reason the Mon Blvd. climbing lane is stalled is that the City doesn't have funding for it. In my opinion, the WVDOH snookered the City into even discussing funding it. Since Mon Blvd. is a State highway, the State should be funding it. If we can show them that they've funded bike lanes elsewhere in the state, we'd have a basis to argue that they should fund this one. Frank

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Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Jul '11

08 Jul '11

Bicycle Board Members, To prepare for our next BB meeting, please review the Education and Encouragement sections of the Bicycle Plan at http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9979830/Morgantown%20Bicycle%20Plan%20v08.doc . The name of the file is Morgantown Bicycle Plan v08.doc . Frank

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Fwd: June BB minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 01 Jul '11

01 Jul '11

Have a great weekend while enjoying these BB minutes! Betsy

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Agenda for next Thursday's BB meeeting
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Jun '11

30 Jun '11

Bicycle Board Members, Attached, please find a preliminary draft of an agenda for next Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting. Please reply if you want any changes. Frank

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FYI Fwd: bike projects
by Jim Rye 30 Jun '11

30 Jun '11

James A. Rye, Professor West Virginia University Department of Curriculum & Instruction/Literacy Studies PO Box 6122 604 Allen Hall Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 jim.rye(a)mail.wvu.edu Phone: (304) 293-4416 Fax: (304) 293-3802 Web: http://depts.hre.wvu.edu/c&ils/currinst/rye.html "The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson >>> Rick Landenberger 6/30/2011 6:34 AM >>> Jim, see below. http://thinkprogress.org/romm/2011/06/28/255298/cycling-lanes-create-more-j… By Energy Interns on Jun 28, 2011 at 9:10 am Cycling isn't just good for your personal health, it's also good for economic health. A new report by the University of Massachusetts Political Economy Research Institute finds that cycling projects create 11.4 jobs for every $1 million invested - 46% more the 7.8 jobs than car-only road projects.

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Fwd: Transportation Education Events
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Jun '11

29 Jun '11

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: June 29, 2011 4:02:30 PM EDT > To: <bill(a)byrnehedges.com>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, <eldonc(a)msn.com>, <gvmayor(a)comcast.net>, <jambie1(a)comcast.net>, <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>, <statler4board(a)hotmail.com>, <butch442(a)comcast.net>, <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Jim & Dottie Gaston" <jegdeg(a)westco.net>, "'Keller, Perry J'" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "Radabaugh, Bryan L" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov>, "Shoukry, Fouad N" <Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov>, "Terry Hough" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Tim Ball" <tball(a)mub.org>, "Warner, Richard L" <Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov>, <sawdustinc(a)comcast.net>, "'Christiaan Abildso'" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, "'Roy Nutter'" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "'John E. Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, "'Charlie Byrer'" <charliebyrer(a)gmail.com> > Subject: FW: Transportation Education Events > > MPO Committee Members, > > > > Please find attached informational materials for a transportation fair the MPO is sponsoring with Boparc on July 1st from 11:30 to 2:30 pm. The event is being conducted by student participants in Boparc's summer youth program. It will include food and gifts for attendees, Other participants in the Fair include WVU, Mountain Line, and Positive Spin. Please distribute this information so we may have a good turnout at this exciting event. > > > > Thank you, > > > > > > Bill Austin, AICP > > Executive Director > > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > > 304-291-9571 > > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > "The key to change is to let go of fear." Roseanne Cash > > "Never forget only dead fish swim with the stream" Malcolm Muggeridge > > > > > > > > > > > > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Monthly report to TC
by Chip Wamsley 29 Jun '11

29 Jun '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Wed, 29 Jun 2011 08:07:15 -0400 Frank, Exemplary job as usual. I don't remember who our contact was at the city, but just the other day I had some commuters asking about cleaning the climbing shoulder of Beechurst, that it was getting nasty again. Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > >Please review and comment on the attached report to the Traffic Commission ASAP. (I think this is due to the TC today.) > >The next Traffic Commission meeting is next Wednesday and I plan to present the attached report. The Traffic Commission secretary sends out one week in advance, a package of read-aheads to the TC members and the attached should be in it. > >Frank > >

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Monthly report to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Jun '11

29 Jun '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please review and comment on the attached report to the Traffic Commission ASAP. (I think this is due to the TC today.) The next Traffic Commission meeting is next Wednesday and I plan to present the attached report. The Traffic Commission secretary sends out one week in advance, a package of read-aheads to the TC members and the attached should be in it. Frank

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Bike Fixation
by director 27 Jun '11

27 Jun '11

Good morning, Saw this on Treehugger, thought it would be a great addition to the bike commuter center at WVU Mountaineer Station. I've seen this done on a homebuilt basis before, this one is complete and polished-looking. Nick http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/06/above-minneapolis-bike-highway-a-se… -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Re: [Bikeboard] Transportation Fair 2011
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Jun '11

27 Jun '11

Nick, Even though you're no longer a regular member of the Bicycle Board, you continue to be on the mailing list. Former members continue to be on the e-mail list. I was hoping one or more Bicycle Board members would reply to my message. I know that some responded positively to Danielle's initial request. However, if that doesn't happen, unless a Board member objects, as far as I'm concerned, you can have the banner, business cards and bumper stickers. I'll get them to you. When are you at Positive Spin? Frank On Jun 27, 2011, at 7:52 AM, director wrote: > > Frank, > Not sure if I got this as a direct recipient or cc but Positive Spin would be happy to exhibit the banner and hand out the cards and bumper stickers. We'll have a booth at the fair and be conducting kids' riding clinics in the shop since we'll be just across the parking lot. > Nick > > ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: Fri, 24 Jun 2011 20:27:11 -0400 > >> I did not see any responses by Bicycle Board members to this. Perhaps you responded to Danielle one-on-one. >> >> FYI, we made the 8-foot wide Same Roads, Same Rights, Same Rules banner for just such occasions We also have a good supply of the business cards that have on the back the 5 tips for riding better that aren't doing much good on my bookshelf. I don't know the status of the new bumper stickers but I still have about 75 of the current version. Let me know if you can use any of those when you staff the Transportation Fair and I'll get them to you. >> >> Frank >> >> >> >> On Jun 22, 2011, at 1:54 PM, "D. Williams" <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net> wrote: >> >>> Good Afternoon, >>> >>> >>> >>> I would like to extend the invitation to both the bicycle and the pedestrian boards for the inclusion in the Transportation Fair 2011: Commuter Choice. I have previously mentioned the fair during the normal meetings. However, I wanted to invite you to participate in the fair and represent your board(s) by setting up a table or other education session the day of the fair. The fair will be July 1 11:30-2:30. It will be at Marilla park. If your board would like to distribute information and/or other materials or make donations, we would enjoy having you represented. If anyone would like to help out in another way, please let me know. >>> >>> >>> >>> Thank you again for your help to make this fair a success. >>> >>> >>> >>> Best, >>> >>> >>> >>> Danielle N. Williams >>> >>> Assistant to the Director/ TDM Coordinator >>> >>> Morgantown Monongalia MPO >>> >>> 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 >>> >>> Morgantown, WV 26505 >>> >>> Office: 304-413-0297 Mobile: 571-213-1336 >>> >>> >>> >>> Commuterchoices(a)gmail.com >>> >>> >>> >>> http://plantogether.org/commuterchoices.html >>> >>> >>> >>> “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” -Margaret Mead >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Bikeboard mailing list >>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> >> >> >> > > -- > Nick Hein LCI# 1705 > Director, Positive Spin > 803 East Brockway Ave > Morgantown, WV > ph 304-276-0213 > -- >

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Transportation Fair 2011
by D. Williams 24 Jun '11

24 Jun '11

Good Afternoon, I would like to extend the invitation to both the bicycle and the pedestrian boards for the inclusion in the Transportation Fair 2011: Commuter Choice. I have previously mentioned the fair during the normal meetings. However, I wanted to invite you to participate in the fair and represent your board(s) by setting up a table or other education session the day of the fair. The fair will be July 1 11:30-2:30. It will be at Marilla park. If your board would like to distribute information and/or other materials or make donations, we would enjoy having you represented. If anyone would like to help out in another way, please let me know. Thank you again for your help to make this fair a success. Best, Danielle N. Williams Assistant to the Director/ TDM Coordinator Morgantown Monongalia MPO 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: 304-413-0297 Mobile: 571-213-1336 Commuterchoices(a)gmail.com http://plantogether.org/commuterchoices.html "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." -Margaret Mead

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NYC ticketing cyclists for riding outside the bikelane (riding in the regular lanes)
by Aira Loren Burkhart 10 Jun '11

10 Jun '11

http://consumerist.com/2011/06/test.html :P aira

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Bike Board Meeting tonight!
by Gunnar Shogren 09 Jun '11

09 Jun '11

Meeting tonight, 6:30 pm at the PSC but NOT the conference room, we'll be in the Training room down the hall. It's looking to be close for the quorum and all that so if you had previously replied to me that you WERE going to be there and now CAN'T make it, please let me know. Really don't want to get on down there and then cancel the meeting cause enough folks aren't there. I know I'd probably rather be eating icee pops and chillin' somewhere cool. So here's the list of non-ex-officio folks that said they were going to be able to make it- Chip- yes Hugh- yes Brandon- yes Ryan- yes Alice- yes Betsy- yes Gunnar- yes If you *are* on this list and aren't going to be able to make it please let me know ASAP, and if you aren't on this list and *can* make it please let me know ASAP. Thank you. Agenda and such will be following shortly. gunnar.

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Meeting tonight
by Heidi Hockenberry 09 Jun '11

09 Jun '11

Hi everyone, I will be unable to attend the meeting tonight because I will not be in town. Sincerely, Heidi Hockenberry

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Aira's resignation from Bike Board
by Aira Loren Burkhart 09 Jun '11

09 Jun '11

Hey everybody, Please accept my resignation from the Bike Board. The bumper sticker is attached. Thanks, aira

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Meeting is next Thursday
by Ryan Post 02 Jun '11

02 Jun '11

Gunnar asked me to clarify that the BB meeting is next Thursday. I suspect that's the date change Aira was referring to, but I had forgotten myself. So, now everyone can do the social ride at White Park this evening at 6:30, or hangout with Aira. Ryan

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Re: [Bikeboard] aira absent tonight
by Aira Loren Burkhart 02 Jun '11

02 Jun '11

Nevermind, folks. I forgot about the date change. aira On Thu, Jun 2, 2011 at 12:47 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>wrote: > I believe the BB meeting is next Thursday, June 9. > > > > On Jun 2, 2011, at 5:52 PM, Aira Loren Burkhart <airaloren(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > > > I will be absent tonight. I will be attending the Marcellus Meeting > tonight at Skyview Elementary. > > > > aira > > _______________________________________________ > > Bikeboard mailing list > > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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aira absent tonight
by Aira Loren Burkhart 02 Jun '11

02 Jun '11

I will be absent tonight. I will be attending the Marcellus Meeting tonight at Skyview Elementary. aira

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Fwd: Re: FWD: RE: Ice's Ferry Bridge closure
by Director 27 May '11

27 May '11

Good morning, Just realized that I sent this message to Butch, and meant to send it to the entire board. Nick -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] FWD: RE: Ice's Ferry Bridge closure Date: Thu, 26 May 2011 10:01:20 -0400 From: Director <director(a)positivespin.org> Organization: Positive Spin, Inc To: Graber, Stephen <sggraber(a)hsc.wvu.edu> Butch, Actually the situation may be better than it would have been but it isn't nearly as good as you infer. My livelihood depends on being able to get back and forth across the lake during the day on an irregular schedule. I've had to adapt by means that put me in legal jeopardy. There's no guarantee that the 3 weeks is accurate, or that there won't be other closures in the future. The fact that DOH wouldn't even consider allowing bikes on I68 and that they weren't aware of their obligation to accommodate cyclists are further indications that WV will retain its ranking as the 50th most bike friendly state. The fact that so few local riders were aware (or cared) about our rights was discouraging to me. My interest is in making bikes effective transportation for everyone, and protecting the rights of everyone to equal road access. If this is all the effectiveness, encouragement or support I can get, it may be time for me to move to a different state where I can get better results for the time and effort I put in. If you think I should stay then I'd like to see a little more activism from all of you who use the roads for cycling. I know you're all busy and biking is mostly just your way to blow off steam, but if you want your rights to the road to continue or improve it's going to take some effort. If this didn't get you up in arms, what will it take? Nick On 5/25/2011 11:01 AM, Graber, Stephen wrote: > You should all feel good about the work you've been doing. I'll bet just 3 - 5 years ago there would have been no accomodation. Three weeks will be painful, but liveable. Look how long the trail's going to be 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)cheat.org [bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org] On Behalf Of director [director(a)positivespin.org] > Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2011 10:59 AM > To: Bike Board > Subject: [Bikeboard] FWD: RE: Ice's Ferry Bridge closure > > Good morning, > After meeting with the DOH (Fred Shoukry) to discuss bike alternatives while 857 is under construction, I sent this message to Bryan Radabaugh summarizing the results of the meeting. Long story short, the old bridge will stay open until the new one is up (one-lane only) as soon as they are done removing the utilities from the old bridge - in about 3 weeks. They won't allow bikes on I68 so I don't have a practical way to get to work until then. I'll continue using an impractical one, which I won't discuss on the grounds that it may incriminate me. Thought you might be interested in the DOT link that specifies the DOH's responsibilities to accommodate cyclists. > Nick > > ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- > From: "director"<director(a)positivespin.org> > Reply-To:<director(a)positivespin.org> > Date: Wed, 25 May 2011 10:53:36 -0400 > > Bryan, > Thanks for following up on this. Yes, Frank Gmeindl and I met yesterday at 2pm with Fred at the Marilla Park office and we talked for about an hour. Fred informed us that the construction contractor has promised to re-open the bridge to one-lane traffic for the duration of the project (expected to be about a year) after they complete the current work of moving the utilities from the old bridge. > > This is obviously good news and I appreciate the efforts of all parties to bring it about, however it still left me with the question of what I do until then. As I've stated before, I run a Morgantown non-profit business (Positive Spin, a sustainable transportation advocacy) that depends on my ability to get from home to work on an irregular and unpredictable schedule. Fred's best suggested alternative was for me to use the Mountain Line bus, which runs at 90 min intervals from 7am to 5pm. I was already aware of this alternative, and have been using it when possible but it rarely is. He offered to see if they can extend their schedule to run later, but I responded that I don't think that will offer any advantage in my situation. > > Fred stated that the WVDOH will not allow bicycles on I68, so it is evident to me that there is no alternative that can be put in place before the old bridge re-opens. I apologize if expressing my transportation needs has led to any hard feelings. I will continue to commute as I have been. However, in future situations I hope that the WVDOH will honor their statutory obligation to accommodate bicyclists as cited in the following DOT link: > http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bikeped/freeways.htm > (During the meeting Fred indicated that he was unaware of these statutes and asked me to send them to him > When these statutes are followed bicycle accommodation can be put in place before construction begins. It is my sincere hope that they will be in the future. Please let Fred know that I appreciate the sincere effort and substantial time he put into finding a workable solution. The fact that none was possible is not a reflection on him or me personally, but rather the fact that bicycles were not considered early enough in the planning process. I hope that will be different in the future. > > I don't have an email address for Mr. Shoukry so that I could cc him directly. Please pass this on to him if possible. > Thank you > Nick Hein > > ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- > From: "Radabaugh, Bryan L"<Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> > Date: Tue, 24 May 2011 15:05:37 -0400 > >> I believe Fred was meeting with you and/or Frank Gmeindl today, please >> let me know if this was the case. >> >> Bryan Radabaugh >> >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: director [mailto:director@positivespin.org] >> Sent: Monday, May 16, 2011 12:24 PM >> To: Radabaugh, Bryan L >> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Ice's Ferry Bridge closure >> >> Bryan, >> Just wanted to check in to see when I can expect to be able to bike from >> my home in Lakeview to Morgantown again since 857 is closed. I don't >> own a car and commute on an irregular schedule that doesn't lend itself >> to bus or carpooling. It's been 3 weeks since I first asked for an >> alternative route, which should have been taken care of before >> construction began. I apologize if I seem impatient, but this isn't >> really something I can wait for. There is currently no practical >> alternative but to use I68. Although it is technically legal for me to >> bike on the Interstate if there is no practical alternative, I'm >> reluctant to do so until I know that law enforcement is aware of this >> technicality. What should I do while I wait for your decision? >> >> Thanks for all you're doing, >> Nick Hein >> >> >> >> ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- >> From: "Radabaugh, Bryan L"<Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> >> Date: Thu, 12 May 2011 11:16:33 -0400 >> >>> Fred Shoukry is going to contact some other individuals that have >>> contacted us about this situation and will contact Mr. Gmeindl as well >>> prior to setting up a meeting to look at potential solutions to this >>> problem. >>> >>> >>> >>> Bryan Radabaugh >>> >>> >>> >>> From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] >>> Sent: Monday, May 09, 2011 7:15 AM >>> To: Bill Austin; Radabaugh, Bryan L; Damien Davis; >>> tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org; Roy Nutter >>> Cc: Bicycle Board >>> Subject: Ice's Ferry Bridge closure >>> >>> >>> >>> Gentlemen, >>> >>> >>> >>> What provision is being made for bicyclists to drive from Cheat Lake to >>> Morgantown during the closure and replacement of Ice's Ferry Bridge? >>> According to this morning's Dominion Post, the detour route is I-68 >> from >>> which bicycles are prohibited. >>> >>> >>> >>> 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 >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >> -- >> Nick Hein LCI# 1705 >> Director, Positive Spin >> 803 East Brockway Ave >> Morgantown, WV >> ph 304-276-0213 >> -- >> > > -- > Nick Hein LCI# 1705 > Director, Positive Spin > 803 East Brockway Ave > Morgantown, WV > ph 304-276-0213 > -- > > > -- > Nick Hein LCI# 1705 > Director, Positive Spin > 803 East Brockway Ave > Morgantown, WV > ph 304-276-0213 > -- > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > ----- > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 10.0.1375 / Virus Database: 1509/3659 - Release Date: 05/25/11 > -- Nick Hein Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV 265605 ----- No virus found in this message. 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Breaking the "deal" between motorists and bicyclists
by Frank Gmeindl 27 May '11

27 May '11

Bob Shanteau, PhD, PE has decades of traffic engineering experience and accomplishments crafting the traffic laws that we have today. In the somewhat lengthy essay below, he explains much better than I have how cyclists have come to have to battle for our right to the road and how some bicycling advocates can be unwittingly working to lose that right. In the essay below, he is responding to 5 questions asked by another member of a group to which I belong, bicycledriving(a)googlegroups.com. Frank > 1) Bob, is it fair to say that you think cyclists should never share the road when it is safe to do so, or are you okay with sharing the lane and road when it is safe for you to do so? By "share the road", I assume you mean moving to the right edge of the roadway or on a paved shoulder to allow faster traffic to pass. In general terms, I believe that bicyclists should "share the road" whenever a driver of a vehicle in similar circumstances should. The problem is that, for all practical purposes, there are no drivers of vehicles in circumstances that are similar to what a bicyclist faces. The dominant vehicle on the roads today is the motor vehicle, virtually all of which can travel at freeway speeds. As a result, people treat every road as though it were a freeway, where the rule is, "if you can't keep up, you don't belong." Since bicyclists usually can't keep up, they are expected to stay out of the way. Bicyclists are narrow enough that they can sulk along at the edge of the road, out of the way of faster traffic. It's as bicyclists had a "deal" with motorists: Motorists will tolerate bicyclists on the roads as long as bicyclists stay out of their way. I recall a conversation with a CHP Lieutenant a few years ago who said that he would stop anyone going slower than other traffic for impeding, and anyone going faster than the speed limit for speeding. It is a common belief that the roads are safer and more orderly if everyone goes at about the same speed. And a few months ago, during a meeting of the California Statewide Bicycle Task Force, a CHP Captain said that he was not willing to accept revising California's impeding traffic law, which now applies to all drivers (including bicyclists), so that it applied only to drivers of motor vehicles, as in the Uniform Vehicle Code and the traffic laws of about 44 other states. So it should come as no surprise that almost no one knows how to treat a vehicle that is traveling slower than other traffic, and almost everyone believes that bicyclists acting as drivers of vehicles would disrupt the safe and orderly flow of traffic. When I asked Beck about how the rules of the road apply to a slow motorcyclist, he answered: > motorcycle and have little concern for the rights of motorcyclists. i > suspect smv, low cc motor vehicles have fairly strict road use > requirements in CA far stricter than the cyclist allowances, Actually, the provision granting motorcyclists to use of a full lane is in the Uniform Vehicle Code, but not the California Vehicle Code. The CHP FAQ <http://www.chp.ca.gov/html/answers.html> says that motorcyclists can split lanes to pass slower traffic, but says nothing about whether slower motorcyclists must move to the right edge of the right lane to allow faster traffic to pass. (A shoulder is not part of the roadway, and vehicles are allowed only on roadways in California.) Beck's comment about slow moving low cc motor vehicles having stricter road use requirements in CA than bicycles is true. That is but one more symptom of freeway thinking carried over to conventional streets and highways. It is one more manifestation of the belief, "if you can't keep up, you don't belong." Bicycles are just about the only slow moving vehicles (devices in CA) on the roads today. That is because bicycles were originally recognized as vehicles and organizations such as the LAW have, for the most part, been able to fight off challenges to the right of bicyclists to use the roads. But now that status is being challenged by well intentioned people who believe that, for their own good, bicyclists should be treated as something other than drivers of vehicles. If these people get their way, we may very well see bicyclists deprived of the right to use the roads as drivers of vehicles. With that introduction and the proviso that I am not a lawyer, I will now attempt to answer your questions. In your questions, you do not specify whether the road in question has lanes or not. Originally, all roads were unlaned, and on such roads the law is that drivers of slow moving vehicles, including bicyclists, must drive as close as practicable to the right-hand edge or curb, except when overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction or when preparing for a left turn at an intersection or into a private road or driveway. (CVC 21654(a) and UVC 11-301(b)) On a laned road, it has been the law since the 1930's that drivers (and bicyclists) proceeding upon a highway at a speed less than the normal speed of traffic moving in the same direction at such time shall be driven in the right-hand lane for traffic, except when overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction or when preparing for a left turn at an intersection or into a private road or driveway. (CVC 21654(a) and UVC 11-301(b)) California has a law requiring drivers of slow moving vehicles on two-lane roads to take the next safe turnout when 5 or more vehicles are following. (CVC 21656) > 2) Should mature, adult cyclists ride safely right to share the road if safe when faster traffic is present? At the start of a recent meeting of the Statewide Bicycle Task Force, the same CHP Lieutenant talked about how everyone on the road needs to be courteous. And the same CHP Captain complained about a group of bicyclists on a two lane road in the Napa Valley were delaying him and a bunch of other motorists. Alan Wachtel, Jim Baross and I explained that if there were 5 or more vehicles following, those bicyclists were required to take the next safe turnout to allow faster traffic to pass. Apparently that was news to the CHP Captain, and if we had been able to ask the bicyclists, it probably would have been news to them, too. To answer your question, I believe that a bicyclist on a two lane road has the same duty as the driver of a vehicle to take the next safe turnout when 5 or more vehicles are following. On a multilane road, I believe that a bicyclist has the same duty as the driver of a vehicle to use the right lane. Consider someone driving a fully loaded truck, a recreational vehicle or an old VW bus slowly climbing a steep upgrade. On a two lane road, that driver is required to use the next safe turnout when 5 or more vehicles are following (although that law is honored more in the breach than in the observance). On a multilane road, that driver is required to use the right lane. In fact, there is even an exception in the impeding traffic law for grades. (CVC 22400) As a courtesy, some drivers of slow moving vehicles, particularly on two lane roads, will drive on a shoulder to allow faster traffic to pass (if the shoulder is paved and the pavement is in good shape). In California, bicyclists are explicitly allowed to operate on shoulders (CVC 21650(g)), and as a courtesy, that is generally where bicyclists ride if the shoulder is paved and the pavement is in good shape, even on multilane roads. But the law does not require bicyclists to use, in Andy Clarke's words, "a perfectly rideable shoulder." Otherwise, courts would be in the position of second guessing bicyclists about when the shoulder was perfectly rideable. It would also be a denial of the right of bicyclists to use the roadway as drivers of vehicles, which is something that groups like the LAW have been defending since the 1880's. > 3) is the notion of road sharing somehow beneath vehicular cyclists? You didn't say, but I will assume that you mean sharing a lane side by side with faster traffic. Drivers of slow moving vehicles are required to use the right lane. As a courtesy, I may decide to ride my bicycle on a shoulder if it is wide enough and the pavement is in good shape. Particularly on two lane roads, turning out every so often to allow faster traffic to pass is an expected action of the driver of any slow moving vehicle, including a bicycle. > 4) is your operating mantra One bike, the entire lane, no matter how wide, always? If we have a "mantra," it is that bicyclists should have the same rights and duties as drivers of vehicles (CVC 21200 and UVC 11-1202) We object to laws that micromanage the position of bicyclists on the road (CVC 21202 and UVC 11-1205) or that require bicyclists to use bike lanes (CVC 21208) or sidepaths. We believe such bicyclist-specific laws were enacted not for the safety of bicyclists, but to facilitate the movement of faster traffic. As such, we believe such laws discriminate against bicyclists. I helped write the exceptions contained in CVC 21202 and CVC 21208 in the early 1970's. At the time, there were no exceptions in CVC 21202 and there was no state law at all regarding bike lanes. I recall a meeting with the aide to the state senator who was authoring the legislation, and he said that the legislature would not go along with a bill without bicyclist-specific restrictions, and including the exceptions was the only way to prevent more onerous bicyclist-specific restrictions. I have since come to realize that the reason the legislature would not have gone along with having no bicycle-specific restrictions was the common lack of understanding among the public about how drivers of slow moving vehicles in general (and bicyclists in particular) should act and be treated. Most people believe that because it is usually physically possible for bicyclists to share the right hand lane side by side with passing vehicles of typical width (5 or 6 feet), that, out of common courtesy, bicyclists should always share the lane, even with vehicles of maximum legal width (8 1/2 feet by CVC 35100). If you watch how bicyclists behave on the roads, you will see that most of them engage in "edge riding" behavior. They ride in door zones, pass right turning vehicles on the right, and weave in and out of parked cars. They are staying out of the way, just as the "deal" with motorists dictates. And the penalty for bicyclists who violate that "deal" by getting in the way? They must be taught their place, of course. Thus the honking and shouting and other aggressive behavior that a minority of motorists subject on bicyclists who dare to violate the "deal" by operating their bicycles as drivers of vehicles. On the other hand, it's amazing to experience how most drivers respond to bicyclists acting as drivers. They simply treat such bicyclists as fellow drivers. Based on viewing old films of traffic, the "deal" between motorists and bicyclists apparently existed from the time when motor vehicles started to dominate the roads. It was formalized in 1944 when the original version of UVC 11-1205 was incorporated into the Uniform Vehicle Code and subsequently into the vehicle codes of most states. It required bicyclists to ride as far right as practicable on the roadway, without exception, as though bicycles were always slow moving and all roads were unlaned. At the same time, though, lane lines were being painted on more and more roads. Apparently the authors of UVC 11-1205 wanted bicyclists not to have the same lane use rights as drivers of vehicles. That is still the common belief today, despite the exceptions that were added in the 1970's. Things did not work out the way that we who wrote the exceptions hoped it would. Almost all bicyclists still engage in edge behavior or ride on sidewalks, and almost all motorists still expect bicyclists to stay out of their way. When faced with a narrow right hand lane with no shoulder, most people still say that there is no room on the road for bicyclists and that there is a need to create room with a bike lane or sidepath. Without special facilities, we see that bicyclists ride at the right edge, even if it means riding in the gutter or in the door zone. Most people behave as if they are still going along with the "deal" between motorists and bicyclists. Advocates of bicycle driving, on the other hand, want to break that "deal". We see a future when once again bicyclists act and are treated as drivers of vehicles. We want it to be OK for bicyclists to get in the way of cars. And the first step toward that future is repeal of the laws that discriminate against bicyclists so that legally, bicyclists have the same rights and duties as drivers of vehicles. Not more, not less. That will require educating legislators that bicyclists can and should be treated as drivers of vehicles. Subsequent action includes changes in highway design standards so that freeway style features are eliminated from streets and highways on which bicycles are allowed. And bicycles are detected at all traffic actuated signals. And changes are made in driver education so that motorists learn to deal with bicyclists using the full lane. And youngsters are taught how to operate their bicycles as drivers of vehicles with full lane use rights. And law enforcement officers and judges are educated about when bicyclists and motorists are operating within the law. Our biggest hurdle is getting other people to recognize that the world would be a better place if the "deal" were broken. We believe that bicyclists would be better off, but a lot of bicycle advocates disagree. They think that bicyclists would be better off instead of breaking the "deal", bicyclists were provided with segregated facilities. Most other people see nothing wrong with the "deal", so they go along with the segregated facilities. Who will prevail? Well, there are a lot more people who want to keep the "deal" in place than not. But that does not prevent us from pointing out the advantages to bicyclists of breaking the "deal". Bob Shanteau P.S. by Frank Gmeindl: CHP = California Highway Control (Bob is in CA) CVC = California Vehicle Code UVC = Uniform Vehicle Code: a national guide. States may choose parts to implement. WV has chosen not to include the exceptions to the "Far to the Right" provision that the UVC offers but PA and MD have. In WV, bicycles are not considered to be vehicles. LAW = League of American Wheelmen (now LAB, League of American Bicyclists)

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Fwd: Additional information on the 2011 Bicycle Friendly State ranking and grades
by Frank Gmeindl 25 May '11

25 May '11

Bicycle Board, This year, WV ranked 50th again in the LAB Bicycle Friendly State competition. We got F's in all categories. Apparently, LAB gets their info from the State Bicycling coordinator. As far as I know, that was Bill Robinson but "Bicycle Coordinator" was never his real job (he was state "Trails Coordinator") and last I heard he's not doing that anymore. I don't know if anything about Morgantown was considered. (I would have expected to get the message below from Bill or maybe directly from Jeff Peel but instead, Dennis Strawn from Charleston forwarded it to me.) I can't help but wonder what rank WV would have received if Morgantown had submitted a Bicycle Friendly Community award application last year. The attached workbook has several worksheets. I found the last one most interesting as it shows many $millions were available to WV but not used. This is an opportunity that Morgantown should pursue. Frank > From: Jeff Peel [mailto:Jeff@bikeleague.org] > Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2011 10:14 AM > To: Jeff Peel > Cc: Andy Clarke; Bill Nesper > Subject: Additional information on the 2011 Bicycle Friendly State ranking and grades > > Many of you have asked to learn more about the process behind the League’s Bicycle Friendly State annual Rankings and the associated grades in each of the six categories. Please find the attached spreadsheet with each state’s ranking for the last 4 years, the 2011 ranking and category grades for each state, scores and grades per category for each state, obligation rates for key federal aid funding programs based on state DOT’s FMIS reports to FHWA and information on each state’s contribution to the 2010 transportation rescissions authorized by Congress. > > For some, this information should answer your questions on your state’s good or poor performance in a given area, particularly under the Infrastructure category which houses many funding related questions. For others, it may bring up new questions which the League is happy to answer, or at the very least create dialogue around. This in fact is the underlying reason for the Bicycle Friendly State program- to shine a light on the states’ role in creating a more bicycle-friendly America, and work collaboratively to improve any shortcomings. > > Also creating some confusion is whom this process evaluates- state agencies, state bike coordinators, law enforcement, advocates or legislators. The answer is all of them, but none of them individually. Each of these groups plays a significant role in accommodating and encouraging better bicycling within a state. States that consistently perform well and rank highly have each of these groups working together. This should not be seen simply as an evaluation of a state’s bicycle coordinator despite their role in completing our questionnaire (or State DOT for that matter). These hard-working professionals are too often under-appreciated within their own departments or are the first to be cut in department down-sizing. Poor marks should draw attention to the need for further support of state coordinators, not less. > > The generally poor grade for infrastructure (very few states got anything better than a F) is disappointing to everyone, including us at the League. The bottom line is that states didn’t have high obligation rates for core bicycle funding programs such as Transportation Enhancements and Safe Routes; they spent virtually nothing out of their STP, HSIP and CMAQ programs. Also, states sent a disproportionate percentage of TE and CMAQ funds back to Washington DC as part of the 2010 rescission. That’s not good enough, especially now. With cycling rates higher than ever and gas prices continuing to rise, states should be spending more, not less on bicycling. Despite shrinking transportation budgets, the cost-effectivenessand job creation record of bicycling projects means states can’t afford not to invest in bicycling. > > The League is not content to just give states failing grades for poor spending records. Through our partnership with the Alliance for Biking and Walking, the Advocacy Advance program has released best practice reports on many under-utilized funding programs and will be conduction Action 2020 workshops throughout the country, training advocates, agency staff and elected leaders alike how to maximize the federal transportation dollars and the state, regional and local level. If you are interested in hosting one of these workshops, please visit AdvocacyAdvance.org for more information. > > > __________________________ > Jeff Peel > State & Local Advocacy Coordinator > League of American Bicyclists > 1612 K St. N.W., Suite #510 > Washington, DC 20006 > 202-621-5445 > www.bikeleague.org > > > This e-mail and any attachments to it are confidential and are intended solely for use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately and then delete it. If you are not the intended recipient, you must not keep, use, disclose, copy or distribute this e-mail without the author's prior permission. The views expressed in this e-mail message do not necessarily represent the views of Highmark Inc., its subsidiaries, or affiliates.

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FWD: RE: Ice's Ferry Bridge closure
by director 25 May '11

25 May '11

Good morning, After meeting with the DOH (Fred Shoukry) to discuss bike alternatives while 857 is under construction, I sent this message to Bryan Radabaugh summarizing the results of the meeting. Long story short, the old bridge will stay open until the new one is up (one-lane only) as soon as they are done removing the utilities from the old bridge - in about 3 weeks. They won't allow bikes on I68 so I don't have a practical way to get to work until then. I'll continue using an impractical one, which I won't discuss on the grounds that it may incriminate me. Thought you might be interested in the DOT link that specifies the DOH's responsibilities to accommodate cyclists. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "director" <director(a)positivespin.org> Reply-To: <director(a)positivespin.org> Date: Wed, 25 May 2011 10:53:36 -0400 Bryan, Thanks for following up on this. Yes, Frank Gmeindl and I met yesterday at 2pm with Fred at the Marilla Park office and we talked for about an hour. Fred informed us that the construction contractor has promised to re-open the bridge to one-lane traffic for the duration of the project (expected to be about a year) after they complete the current work of moving the utilities from the old bridge. This is obviously good news and I appreciate the efforts of all parties to bring it about, however it still left me with the question of what I do until then. As I've stated before, I run a Morgantown non-profit business (Positive Spin, a sustainable transportation advocacy) that depends on my ability to get from home to work on an irregular and unpredictable schedule. Fred's best suggested alternative was for me to use the Mountain Line bus, which runs at 90 min intervals from 7am to 5pm. I was already aware of this alternative, and have been using it when possible but it rarely is. He offered to see if they can extend their schedule to run later, but I responded that I don't think that will offer any advantage in my situation. Fred stated that the WVDOH will not allow bicycles on I68, so it is evident to me that there is no alternative that can be put in place before the old bridge re-opens. I apologize if expressing my transportation needs has led to any hard feelings. I will continue to commute as I have been. However, in future situations I hope that the WVDOH will honor their statutory obligation to accommodate bicyclists as cited in the following DOT link: http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bikeped/freeways.htm (During the meeting Fred indicated that he was unaware of these statutes and asked me to send them to him When these statutes are followed bicycle accommodation can be put in place before construction begins. It is my sincere hope that they will be in the future. Please let Fred know that I appreciate the sincere effort and substantial time he put into finding a workable solution. The fact that none was possible is not a reflection on him or me personally, but rather the fact that bicycles were not considered early enough in the planning process. I hope that will be different in the future. I don't have an email address for Mr. Shoukry so that I could cc him directly. Please pass this on to him if possible. Thank you Nick Hein ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Radabaugh, Bryan L" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> Date: Tue, 24 May 2011 15:05:37 -0400 >I believe Fred was meeting with you and/or Frank Gmeindl today, please >let me know if this was the case. > >Bryan Radabaugh > > >-----Original Message----- >From: director [mailto:director@positivespin.org] >Sent: Monday, May 16, 2011 12:24 PM >To: Radabaugh, Bryan L >Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Ice's Ferry Bridge closure > >Bryan, >Just wanted to check in to see when I can expect to be able to bike from >my home in Lakeview to Morgantown again since 857 is closed. I don't >own a car and commute on an irregular schedule that doesn't lend itself >to bus or carpooling. It's been 3 weeks since I first asked for an >alternative route, which should have been taken care of before >construction began. I apologize if I seem impatient, but this isn't >really something I can wait for. There is currently no practical >alternative but to use I68. Although it is technically legal for me to >bike on the Interstate if there is no practical alternative, I'm >reluctant to do so until I know that law enforcement is aware of this >technicality. What should I do while I wait for your decision? > >Thanks for all you're doing, >Nick Hein > > > >---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- >From: "Radabaugh, Bryan L" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> >Date: Thu, 12 May 2011 11:16:33 -0400 > >>Fred Shoukry is going to contact some other individuals that have >>contacted us about this situation and will contact Mr. Gmeindl as well >>prior to setting up a meeting to look at potential solutions to this >>problem. >> >> >> >>Bryan Radabaugh >> >> >> >>From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] >>Sent: Monday, May 09, 2011 7:15 AM >>To: Bill Austin; Radabaugh, Bryan L; Damien Davis; >>tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org; Roy Nutter >>Cc: Bicycle Board >>Subject: Ice's Ferry Bridge closure >> >> >> >>Gentlemen, >> >> >> >>What provision is being made for bicyclists to drive from Cheat Lake to >>Morgantown during the closure and replacement of Ice's Ferry Bridge? >>According to this morning's Dominion Post, the detour route is I-68 >from >>which bicycles are prohibited. >> >> >> >>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 >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > >-- >Nick Hein LCI# 1705 >Director, Positive Spin >803 East Brockway Ave >Morgantown, WV >ph 304-276-0213 >-- > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 -- -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Ice's Ferry Bridge
by Frank Gmeindl 20 May '11

20 May '11

Bicycle Board Members, At his invitation, Fouad Shakry of WVDOH and I will drive out to Ice's Ferry Bridge tomorrow morning to discuss solutions to the current problem of its being closed to bicycles from now through Oct. 2012. I don't have any solutions so if you have some, please give them to me ASAP. 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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Fwd: Storage
by Frank Gmeindl 20 May '11

20 May '11

Parking Committee Members, I met today with Chris Fletcher, Morgantown Director Planning and Development to discuss expanding 1349.08 PARKING AND LOADING STANDARDS. to apply beyond the B-4 district. He will arrange for the Bicycle Board to conduct an interactive workshop with the Planning Commission tentatively July 14. The purpose of the workshop will be to educate the Planning Commission on bicycle storage and to craft an approach to achieving it efficiently and effectively that will be acceptable to all stakeholders including real estate developers. Who will take the lead in this? FYI, we discussed Beech View and looked at the building plans. The plans include a couple multi-bike bike racks in the parking garage. I suggested that something like the Mountaineer Station bike storage room would be preferable. We agreed that a chain link fence surrounding each bike rack with a lock that residents could open with their apartment card swipe key could reduce the likelihood of vandalism of the bikes. We did not settle on how or if this idea would be presented to the builder however, Chris said they have been very easy to work with. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: May 16, 2011 10:05:15 AM EDT > To: Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, chip wamsley <chipwamsley(a)gmail.com>, Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Alice Vernon <vernon.mail(a)gmail.com> > Cc: Elizabeth Shogren <elizabeth.schauer(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Storage > > Parking Committee Members, > > On August 6, 2007, we sent to Chris Fletcher (then City Planner) the attached recommendation for bicycle storage in multi-family dwellings. That recommendation became Morgantown ordinance 1349.08 PARKING AND LOADING STANDARDS. > > Unfortunately, our recommendation was for multi-family dwellings in areas zoned B-4 and we recently learned that only downtown is zoned B-4. So, that ordinance does not apply to multi-family dwellings such as the new BeechView and any other buildings around town that aren't in areas zoned B-4. > > Don Spencer has met with Chris Fletcher to try to get the areas expanded. Chris doesn't want to do it. He does not like the standards in B-4 and does not feel that he has adequate justification to address changing standards for bike “parking” in multi-family construction outside of B-4 in a facility like Beech View. Don explained to him that the issue is not just parking but also bike storage. It is not safe to leave a $500 bike in an open garage night after night, week after week. There needs to be other lock-up storage provided or else hooks in bed rooms, etc. > > Chris also feels that his office is being put in the middle between the Bike Board and the developers. He says that the Bicycle Board should be doing the education of the Planning Commission members and for the developers on the matter if the Bicycle Board feels strongly about the importance of the parking. > > Personally, I think that being in the middle between the BB and developers is exactly where Chris should be. The BB advises the TC and the TC advises the City Manager who is Chris' boss. I agree that we should educate Chris but not that we should get between him and the developers. > > I would like to arrange for the Parking Committee to meet with Chris Fletcher. I will set up a Doodle to find a date. Maybe waiting for the June BB meeting would be a better idea. You tell me. > > I will meet with Chris this week. My desired outcome for our meeting is that we have an agreement that the BB will educate him and the Planning Commission on bicycle storage by presenting a compelling case based on successes in other cities. I think this could be quite fun because Ken Martis and Jenny Selin are Planning Commission members. From working with Ken on the TC, I expect he would be very enthusiastic about our presentation and we already know that Jenny is on our side since she worked so hard with us to get the downtown parking rings done. > > ASAP, I would like to get prepared for the education meeting with the Planning Commission. if you have any bicycle storage standards, best practices, examples, case studies, etc. that would substantiate our recommendation, could you please send it to me? I will upload them to the Dropbox, https://www.dropbox.com/home#/Public/BicycleStorage::: I remember that we had good stuff when we made the attached recommendation but I no longer have any of that stuff. I only remember that I found some stuff on Pgh. I will search for that again and put it in the Dropbox as well. > > 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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June Meeting
by Gunnar Shogren 20 May '11

20 May '11

Good morning Bicycle Board members. Frank will be on vacation during June, more specifically for the June 2nd meeting. I will also not be in town June 2nd. Betsy and I will be making our way out to Kansas for a 200 mile gravel-grinder race. We will however be back by the following Thursday, the 9th. If we can get a quorum (8) of members that can attend a Bicycle Board meeting on June 9, then I will chair it, otherwise we will have to cancel the meeting, something I would rather not do. Please reply to me/us as soon as you can. Thanks, and have a nice day further, gunnar.

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Fwd: June 6th Hogback Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 19 May '11

19 May '11

Begin forwarded message: > From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: May 19, 2011 10:45:37 AM EDT > To: christophergluck(a)gmail.com, psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us, "Gmeindl, Frank" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Andrea Soccorsi <Andrea.Soccorsi(a)Mail.WVU.edu>, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Ken Martis <kmartis(a)wvu.edu>, Margaret Roberts <Margaretormike(a)aol.com>, Mike Lantz <mlantz(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Roy Nutter <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Adam.Henry(a)mail.wvu.edu > Subject: Fwd: June 6th Hogback Meeting > Reply-To: ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > All, > > June 6th the City will be hosting a public meeting to discuss the DOH's plan to widen the road at the Hogback Turn to accommodate large trucks currently using Rt. 7 (E. Brockway Ave.). The meeting will be held in City Council Chambers at 6:00pm. Please join us if you can to discuss this issue. Thanks. > > J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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 > > > From: "Terrence Moore" <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: "Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board" <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Cc: "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Carol Allen" <callen(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 10:03:17 AM > Subject: Re: June 6th Hogback Meeting > > Good call regarding the Traffic Commission, Chris. As such, either of us can advise membership that this is a public meeting, whereby their attendance would be welcomed. 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: "Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board" <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > To: "Terrence Moore" <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 9:11:58 AM > Subject: Re: June 6th Hogback Meeting > > > > > Thank you Terrence. I will try to juggle the child care schedule so I may attend. Have you considered inviting Roy Nutter, chair, and/or other members of Traffic Commission? > Christiaan > > > Walk more, safely > > > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > > > > > From: Terrence Moore <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > To: walkmgw(a)yahoo.com > Sent: Tue, May 17, 2011 3:22:32 PM > Subject: Re: June 6th Hogback Meeting > > Yes, Chris. Please feel free to join us. Looking forward. Thanks. > > Terrence > > Terrence Moore > City Manager > City of Morgantown > 389 Spruce St. > Morgantown WV. 26505 > Sent from my Blackberry wireless device > > > From : Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board [mailto:walkmgw@yahoo.com] > Sent : Tuesday, May 17, 2011 03:13 PM > To : Terrence Moore <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject : June 6th Hogback Meeting > > > > > Mr. Moore - > Good afternoon. I am writing to ask if the June 6th Hogback Turn widening meeting will be open to members of boards and commissions, to the public, etc.? Thank you for hosting that meeting, and for putting the information in your weekly newsletter. Even though I cannot attend the CC meetings I watch and read "from afar". > Keep up the great work. > Christiaan > > > Walk more, safely > > > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm

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WVU offers bike incentives
by Frank Gmeindl 19 May '11

19 May '11

Hugh, I'm sure you had much to do with the fantastic article in today's Dominion Post: WVU offers bike-to-work incentives on Page 1-D of Thursday, May 19, 2011 issue of The Dominion Post A few days ago, I was walking across the Walnut St. bridge and two cyclists were crossing. One was this smart looking woman riding with a fine cadence, looking very confident and cycling right down the middle of the lane. The other was a fearful looking guy turning about 25 rpm on a mountain bike riding just clear of the in-line grates and not looking confident at all. I looked hard at the woman to see if I could recognize her thinking, surely she's one of the CCC grads. Not so. But, today, she shows up in full regalia in the DP. Wonder where she learned to ride like that. Thanks for plugging CCC! 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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Bikeboard Safe Cycling Commercial
by Brandon Crawford 17 May '11

17 May '11

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Fwd: Upcoming Meeting on the Mileground
by Frank Gmeindl 17 May '11

17 May '11

Bicycle Board Members, FYI, Mileground information meeting at Easton School, June 13, 4-7 pm. Issues to be discussed: 4 lane or 5 lane; median or center turn lane; lane width; perhaps sidewalk. 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: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: May 17, 2011 12:10:29 PM EDT > To: "'Christiaan Abildso'" <cabildso(a)yahoo.com>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "'Edward Delaney'" <edyoucater58(a)yahoo.com>, "'Maria Smith'" <MariaSmith(a)busride.org>, "'Roy Nutter'" <Roy.Nutter(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'John E. Sneckenberger'" <jsnecken(a)yahoo.com>, <rwsnyder301(a)comcast.net>, "'Russ Lorince'" <Russ.Lorince(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Donald Reinke'" <info(a)morgantown.org>, "'Peggy J. Myers-Smith'" <pmyerssmith(a)tourmorgantown.com>, <mcclymondsb(a)wvuh.com>, <infoadc(a)alleghenydevelopment.com>, "'Darryl Duncan'" <DuncanD(a)monhealthsys.org>, <tball(a)mub.org>, <exdirector(a)downtownmorgantown.com>, "'Ken Busz'" <ken(a)morgantownchamber.org>, <c.glen.kelly(a)wvdsl.net>, <bill(a)byrnehedges.com>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, <eldonc(a)msn.com>, <gvmayor(a)comcast.net>, <jambie1(a)comcast.net>, <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>, <statler4board(a)hotmail.com>, "'Butch Renner'", <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Jim & Dottie Gaston" <jegdeg(a)westco.net>, "Radabaugh, Bryan L" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov>, "Shoukry, Fouad N" <Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov>, "Terry Hough" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Warner, Richard L" <Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov> > Cc: "'D. Williams'" <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net> > Subject: Upcoming Meeting on the Mileground > > MPO Committee Members, > > This email is to confirm that the West Virginia Department of Transportation Division of Highways will be holding a public meeting to receive additional comments on more refined versions of the Mileground alternatives. Staff has not had a chance to review these alternatives. A copy of the meeting announcement run in Saturday’s Dominion Post is attached. > > The meeting will be June 13, from 4 until 7 at Easton School. There will be no presentation the meeting will be a walk through session. > > > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself. > ANDY WARHOL, > > > > >

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May BB minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 14 May '11

14 May '11

Please enjoy the attached BB minutes. Thank you, BETSY SHOGREN

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Ice's Ferry Bridge closure
by Frank Gmeindl 12 May '11

12 May '11

Gentlemen, What provision is being made for bicyclists to drive from Cheat Lake to Morgantown during the closure and replacement of Ice's Ferry Bridge? According to this morning's Dominion Post, the detour route is I-68 from which bicycles are prohibited. 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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Engineering
by Frank Gmeindl 05 May '11

05 May '11

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is the Engineering section of the Morgantown Bicycling Plan as we revised it at tonight's Bicycle Board meeting. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide
by Frank Gmeindl 05 May '11

05 May '11

Morgantown as well as the Morgantown Monongalia MPO adopted Complete Streets policies a couple years ago. I question the competence of NACTO. Certainly the cities they represent have installed attention-getting bicycle facilities but the safety and sustainability of those facilities remain to be assessed or proven. I'll stick with the AASHTO Guide for the Planning, Design and Operation of Bicycle Facilities, http://design.transportation.org/Documents/DraftBikeGuideFeb2010.pdf . It's not great but at least it's withstood some test of time being around since at least 1999 and now revised with input of real traffic engineers. 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 On May 4, 2011, at 2:16 PM, Kimberly Jo Coram wrote: > AND I cannot believe I forgot this: we are asking all communities we > are giving grant funds to to adopt complete streets policies! I think > we have 2 cities on board for sure! How cool is that! The CDC grant > covers 6 counties so the potential to get complete streets adopted > over the entire region very promising! > > On Wed, May 4, 2011 at 2:13 PM, Strawn, Dennis A > <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com> wrote: >> You go girl. Great news. >> Thanks >> Dennis >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: Kimberly Jo Coram [mailto:kimberlyjocoram@gmail.com] >> Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2011 2:12 PM >> To: Strawn, Dennis A >> Cc: Frank Gmeindl; John C Francis >> Subject: Re: FW: NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide >> >> Thanks Dennis! >> Yes, they announced it at the bike summit and I sent it instantly to >> our transportation planners. Thanks for sharing this! Too much going >> on here to list. I am meeting with the CDC tomorrow to go over the >> progress of our alternative transportation system across 6 counties. >> Our grant for signage for our first cross town bikeway has been >> approved and we are forming the five E committees at the Mayor's bike >> board to focus on the roll out. Our first cyclovia is tentatively >> scheduled for September. Great stuff for sure! >> >> On Wed, May 4, 2011 at 1:51 PM, Strawn, Dennis A >> <dennis.strawn(a)highmark.com> wrote: >>> I have been talking to this guy a little about using the design guide for >>> our improvements in town and thought you guys might like to see it too. ( If >>> you haven't already seen it). Feel free to contact him directly, he's easy >>> to work with. I am putting this document in front of as many dept heads as >>> I can. >>> >>> >>> >>> Kim- I think you first heard about this at the national bike summit. >>> >>> >>> >>> Two updates from here - the city is on the Kanawha Trestle and a line item >>> has been created in the city budget titled "Rail Trail". South Charleston >>> starts their ped/bike study next week. >>> >>> >>> >>> Stay safe and keep up the good work. >>> >>> >>> >>> Thanks >>> >>> Dennis Strawn >>> >>> Application Developer II >>> >>> 304-347-7703 >>> >>> >>> >>> "New ideas pass through three periods: 1) It can't be done. 2) It probably >>> can be done, but it's not worth doing. 3) I knew it was a good idea all >>> along!" (Arthur C. Clarke's dictum on intellectual progress) >>> >>> >>> >>> _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ >>> >>> >>> >>> My name is David Vega-Barachowitz and I am a fellow at the National >>> Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO). Last month, as part of >>> its Cities for Cycling campaign, NACTO officially released its Urban Bikeway >>> Design Guide (http://nacto.org/cities-for-cycling/design-guide/). The guide >>> is an interactive, online tool which provides technical guidance on the >>> most-up-to-date and innovative bicycle facilities in the United States. (A >>> print and PDF companion to the guide will be released late summer/early fall >>> 2011) >>> >>> Following the guide's initial release, I have been leading the promotional >>> effort for the guide and reaching out to advocacy groups that specialize in >>> bicycling and walking issues at both the state, city, and local level. NACTO >>> believes that the guide is an important tool that can help with the >>> implementation of Complete Streets policies, and, as a reference, builds on >>> the best practices in the USA and internationally. >>> >>> I am trying to get more information about how West Virginia might go about >>> adopting, using, and implementing this resource-whether the process is >>> partly legislative, administrative, an internal policy, or otherwise. >>> >>> You can reach me at (212) 839-6421. >>> >>> Thanks for your help! >>> >>> Best regards, >>> >>> David >>> >>> David Vega-Barachowitz >>> >>> National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) >>> >>> david(a)nacto.org >>> >>> (212) 839-6421 >>> >>> >>> >>> ________________________________ >>> This e-mail and any attachments to it are confidential and are intended >>> solely for use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If >>> you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately >>> and then delete it. If you are not the intended recipient, you must not >>> keep, use, disclose, copy or distribute this e-mail without the author's >>> prior permission. The views expressed in this e-mail message do not >>> necessarily represent the views of Highmark Inc., its subsidiaries, or >>> affiliates. >>> >> >> >> >> -- >> Kimberly Jo Coram >> > > > > -- > Kimberly Jo Coram

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On-going BB projects
by Frank Gmeindl 04 May '11

04 May '11

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a list off the top of my head of Bicycle Board projects that are incomplete but on-going. I have been trying to manage many of these projects to completion with unsatisfactory success. If I overlooked any on-going projects, please let me know and I'll add them to the list. When you see one or more of the projects on the list, you might say, "Hey, I've been doing all the work on that!" If so, I'd like to put your name in the column labeled Project Leader and let you take the project to completion without interference from me. If there are any projects on the list that you'd like to lead, please reply so we can discuss your taking the lead on it/them. I anticipate that my involvement with your projects will be limited to putting them on the agenda for our regular monthly meetings and consulting with you as you require (as I'm required to do by our procedural guidelines). Any projects that don't have a leader will probably get dropped. Frank Lead, follow, or get out of the way

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Closure of 857 starting next Monday
by director 04 May '11

04 May '11

Good evening, A few months ago I posted information about the closures due to construction of the new Cheat River Bridge at Ices Ferry. This morning I found out that the plans have changed radically and catastrophically (for me at least). When bids were requested the DOH required that the contractor keep 857 and the old bridge open for as long as possible. After the bid was awarded the contractor stated that this isn't possible, the road must be closed immediately so construction of the West approach can begin. Currently the date for closure is next Monday, May 9. I am not aware of any alternate route for bikes and pedestrians. My only choice, because this is my daily commute, will be to take the freeway from Glenmark to Cheat Lake. But at the same time, due to opening of the new freeway the current exit will be closed, and the new one 1/2 mile East will open. When the freeway (I43 I believe) opens, it will draw MUCH more traffic. There will also be all of the traffic that was using 857 (primarily Greystone parents driving their kids to Cheat Middle School, but others as well). Add to that the fact that I often ride home in the dark after meetings (bike board for instance). This means there is no safe route for me to bike home. Taking the bus will work sometimes, but often my schedule doesn't fit with the buses. It only runs every 90 min and the last one leaves town at 5:30. Who would be the best person for me to contact about finding (or getting DOH to provide) a safe, bikeable (even walkable) alternative route. I'm thinking there may be room for a trail from the Old Cheat Rd overpass along the freeway to the road at the West end of the Ices Ferry Bridge. Note that the bridge won't be closed, just the section of 857 on the West side allowing access to it. Thanks for any suggestions or contacts. Nick Hein -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Bumper Sticker
by Frank Gmeindl 03 May '11

03 May '11

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks yet again to Aira for responding to member comments and producing the attached revision of the bumper sticker that she produced for the last BB meeting. (Let's not forget to thank Aira for our previous bumper sticker as well!) Please reply with your concurrence with the attached or with comments for its improvement. If you promptly concur, we may be able to get this printed in time for the upcoming Appalachian Spring Spectacular April 30- May 1 and for the WVU Employee Fest May 9. 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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Calling all artists!
by Frank Gmeindl 03 May '11

03 May '11

All, We are slipping behind schedule at getting the Billboards up to meet our mid-April through May target for display. Electronic billboards with our messages will be located at 5 locations: 1) North end Star City Bridge heading out of town (In-Sight); 2) Mileground near 705 heading into town (Lamar); 3) Easton Hill heading out of town (Lamar); 4) Mileground heading out of town near Paw Prints (In-Sight); 5) 119 coming into town from I-68 exit 1 (Lamar). We have a quote from InSite their 2 billboards and we're still working with Lamar for a quote on their 3. So far we only have one display (attached). We had planned on having this and 5 other messages rotating through at short intervals. Problem is, we don't have any graphics to go with the messages. If you have any ideas, or better can design the billboard, please reply all. Here are the messages: 4 Wheels, 2 Wheels, 1 Road: Let’s Roll Together • Drive Nice, Bike Nice • A Bicycle Friendly Morgantown is a (changing adjective) Community Changing adjective: Healthier, Greener, Smarter · For Confident City Cycling CLICK (downward pointing arrow) BikeMorgantown.com The billboards will be repeated mid-August through September. Then, we're probably done with the education program! Frank

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Engineering
by Frank Gmeindl 03 May '11

03 May '11

Bicycle Board Members, One item on the agenda for this Thursday's meeting is to finalize the Engineering section of the Morgantown Bicycling Plan. For your convenience in preparing for the meeting, I've attached just the Engineering section. (All you need to do is click on the file name to be reading it! :) It's 5 pages long. Of course, you can read the whole plan at http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9979830/Morgantown%20Bicycle%20Plan%20v08.doc . I recommend you do read it as some of the initiatives that you might think should be in Engineering might be in one of the other sections., Also, here's a link: http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/11122/1143160-114-0.stm to an article in today's Pgh. Post Gazette about what Pgh., especially Bike Pittsburgh is doing for Bike Month. Considering the size of the city and all the people they have involved in promoting bicycling, I think we're doing a respectable job in comparison. To kick off Bike Month, we had a 105 mile ride on Saturday that had 21 participants and yesterday, the somewhat rainy Spring Spectacular had 53 riders. Frank

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MD sets belligerent motorist straight
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Apr '11

29 Apr '11

http://bike.risingsea.net/docs/MDOT/Jackson_right_to_road.pdf is a letter from Michael Jackson, MD bicycle coordinator to a motorist that complained about the presence of cyclists on a "dangerous" road. Exemplary! You may recall that I worked with Michael in Cumberland and recently obtained Maryland's complete streets guide from him. I sure wish we had a Michael Jackson in WV. Frank

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Report to Traffic Commission
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Apr '11

29 Apr '11

Damien, Barbara, Please find attached the Bicycle Board report to the Traffic Commission for next Wednesday's Traffic Commission 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

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Report to Traffic Commission
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Apr '11

28 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please review and comment on the attached BB report to the TC ASAP. I think this report was due yesterday. 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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Agenda for BB meeting next week
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Apr '11

28 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, a suggested agenda for our meeting next Thursday. Please let me know at your earliest convenience any changes you wish made to it. 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] Transportation Fair and Bike Board
by Graber, Stephen 28 Apr '11

28 Apr '11

Hi Danielle, Monday and Tuesday of next week are the best days for me. It's finals week and busier than usual. How long a meeting should I plan for and where will it be held? With that information it will be easier to slot into my schedule. In general my time is pretty flexible though there's still not enough of it to get everything done! 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: D. Williams [dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net] Sent: Thursday, April 28, 2011 12:42 PM To: Graber, Stephen; 'Frank Gmeindl'; 'Bicycle Board' Cc: heidinico(a)yahoo.com Subject: [Bikeboard] Transportation Fair and Bike Board Good Afternoon Butch, Thank you for your enthusiasm and willingness to participate. We would like to have a face-to-face meeting with you sometime next week to discuss the tentative agenda and calendar. We would also like to establish the who, what, when, where, why, and how of the event. I will be presenting these findings to my TDM stakeholders on May 13. What is your availability for next week? Thank you, Danielle N. Williams Assistant to the Director TDM Coordinator Morgantown Monongalia MPO 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: 304-291-9570 FAX: 304-291-9573 Mobile: 571-213-1336 “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” -Margaret Mead From: Graber, Stephen [mailto:sggraber@hsc.wvu.edu] Sent: Sunday, April 24, 2011 11:59 AM To: D. Williams; 'Frank Gmeindl'; 'Bicycle Board' Cc: heidinico(a)yahoo.com; Bill Austin Subject: RE: [Bikeboard] Transportation Fair and Bike Board I have a lot of enthusiasm for projects like this. I'd be happy to help with planning and if the dates work out can help with the doing. Butch ------ _0 ------ _ \<,_ ---- (*)/ (*) ________________________________ From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org] On Behalf Of D. Williams [dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net] Sent: Friday, April 22, 2011 2:17 PM To: 'Frank Gmeindl'; 'Bicycle Board' Cc: heidinico(a)yahoo.com; Bill Austin Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Transportation Fair and Bike Board Good Afternoon, I would also be interested in coordinating with the Ped Board to educate the students on the full range of transportation options. We are in the preliminary planning phases and hope to have a firm schedule by mid-May. We are hoping to use the bike maps to get the students out on the roads and trails. This will be part of the mapping and GIS day. We also wanted to know if the Bike Board would be interested in hosting the students for a cycling safety and information class during the fair. This could be a full day. We would need to coordinate the availability of bikes if the students do not own one. The students would then be able use the information they have learned through using the various forms of transit (Ped, cycle, bus, PRT) in the actual Transportation Fair. We are hoping to have the fair for two days at a few locations. If you have any further suggestions, please send them my way. Thank you for your feedback. Please do not hesitate to contact me with questions. Danielle N. Williams Assistant to the Director TDM Coordinator Morgantown Monongalia MPO 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: 304-291-9570 FAX: 304-291-9573 Mobile: 571-213-1336 “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” -Margaret Mead From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] Sent: Friday, April 22, 2011 1:45 PM To: Bicycle Board Cc: Danielle Williams; Bill Austin Subject: Fwd: Transportation Fair and Bike Board Bicycle Board Members, Please reply if you are interested in participating in the opportunity that Danielle describes in her message below. Frank Begin forwarded message: From: "D. Williams" <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net<mailto:dwilliams@labyrinth.net>> Date: April 22, 2011 1:42:25 PM EDT To: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net<mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net>> Cc: <heidinico(a)yahoo.com<mailto:heidinico@yahoo.com>> Subject: Transportation Fair and Bike Board Hi Frank, I wanted to follow-up with you with a little more information regarding the Transportation Fair with MMMPO and BOPARC. This summer we are putting together a program around the end of June and the first of July for teens focusing on service learning projects. We are working with the BOPARC to put together a transportation fair and would like to include the Bike Board and Mountain Line on this project. Please let me know if you would be interested in doing this and when we could set up a meeting. Thank you. Regards, Danielle N. Williams Assistant to the Director TDM Coordinator Morgantown Monongalia MPO 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 Morgantown, WV 26505 Office: 304-291-9570 Mobile: 571-213-1336 “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” -Margaret Mead

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20110427EdComMinutes
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Apr '11

27 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Chip, Nick, Andrew Walker and gunnar for attending today's Education Committee meeting. The desired outcome of the meeting was a plan of activities for the approximate $9,500 education grant money that has been unplanned. Action Items: Frank will contact Aaron Shelton about making videos. Andrew will contact Ryan Flesher about making videos. Once we identify a videographer, Nick, in collaboration with the videographer will develop a proposal for a bicycling education video targeted at children under 12 years of age. Frank will determine price and delivery date for 1,000 copies of Street Smarts to be purchased and distributed to bike shops to provide with bike sales. Discussion We decided that children up to 12 years old and children 12-15.5 years old will be the target audiences of two videos. The videos will adhere to the LAB Smart Cycling curricula. The video for 12-15.5 year olds will feature the attractions of transportation cycling in Morgantown for young people. As much as possible, the video for 12-15.5 year olds will feature local 12-15.5 year old cyclists who are already doing it right. One of these videos could consume our whole currently unplanned budget. Nick accepted the responsibility to manage the video for children up to 12 years old. No one specifically took responsibility to manage the video for 12-15.5 year olds. Videos that convey the messages we intend are already available but don't feature Morgantown. We discussed reviewing these for ideas of features to include in our videos. We discussed videos that feature the pleasure and practicality of Morgantown commuting cycling featuring the Burkharts, the Shogrens and Butch Graber. If after scoping out the videos, the budget will support it, we will order 1,000 copies of Street Smarts http://www.bikexprt.com/streetsmarts/usa/index.htm for distribution through local bike shops as well as other venues whose customers will read them. Frank

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Bike Safe, Bike Smart youth bike video from NHTSA
by Director 27 Apr '11

27 Apr '11

Good morning, In this morning's Ed meeting we discussed making videos for youth and I promised to provide the link for the video we've been using in Positive Spin classes. http://www.nhtsa.gov/Driving+Safety/Bicycles/Bike+Safe+-+Bike+Smart+%2825MB… Nick -- Nick Hein Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV 265605

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Reminder
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Apr '11

27 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, This is a reminder that we will meet tomorrow, Wednesday, April 27, 8-10 am in the PSC Training Room to decide what to do with the approximately $9,500 grant money that we don't have planned. This message is primarily addressed to the Education Committee but all are welcome. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike rider in hospital after being hit by car
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Apr '11

26 Apr '11

The article misses two or perhaps three key pieces of information that would be useful to cyclists in avoiding similar occurrences. 1) What was the cyclist's position in the lane? 2) Which direction was the car going across High at Foundry? 3) At what speed was the cyclist traveling? With those pieces of information, one could determine how visible and predictable the cyclist was. For example, if the cyclist was traveling out in the lane instead of the extreme right, the motorist might have seen him earlier. Traveling at the extreme right blocks a merging motorist's view of the cyclist for the longest time. If the motorist was traveling east (away from the river), this lack of visibility would have been aggravated by shorter sight line than if the motorist was traveling west. Of course, if the cyclists was exceeding the speed limit (quite possible on that hill) and in the extreme right, he would have minimized the time he was visible to the motorist. Finally, there are fine points that we teach in Confident City Cycling that communicate to the motorist the intentions of the cyclist and reduce the likelihood that the motorist will mistake what the cyclist is planning to do, for example pedaling at a high cadence with head facing forward rather than coasting and looking around. Advertising this article is likely only to reinforce the popular myth that bicycling is dangerous and provides little information that can be used to prevent future occurrences except to discourage people from bicycling on the roads. 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 On Apr 26, 2011, at 8:19 AM, Mike Breiding - Morgantown WV wrote: > > Bike rider in hospital after being hit by car > A Morgantown man riding a bicycle down High Street was struck by a vehicle on Monday. > Seth Mitchell, 19, of Morgantown, was taken to Ruby Memorial Hospital by Monongalia EMS. He was evaluated by emergency room staff in the early afternoon. He was listed in fair condition at press time. > Lt. Mike Lantz, of the Morgantown Police Department, said Mitchell was traveling south on High Street when Lasharon Smith, 59, tried to cross the roadway at Foundry Street, striking Mitchell with her Hyundai Tucson. > Lantz said Smith was cited for failure to yield right-of-way. > The accident was reported to MECCA 911 at noon. The Morgantown Fire Department also responded. > >

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Fwd: Transportation Fair and Bike Board
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Apr '11

24 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please reply if you are interested in participating in the opportunity that Danielle describes in her message below. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "D. Williams" <dwilliams(a)labyrinth.net> > Date: April 22, 2011 1:42:25 PM EDT > To: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Cc: <heidinico(a)yahoo.com> > Subject: Transportation Fair and Bike Board > > Hi Frank, > > I wanted to follow-up with you with a little more information regarding the Transportation Fair with MMMPO and BOPARC. This summer we are putting together a program around the end of June and the first of July for teens focusing on service learning projects. We are working with the BOPARC to put together a transportation fair and would like to include the Bike Board and Mountain Line on this project. Please let me know if you would be interested in doing this and when we could set up a meeting. Thank you. > > Regards, > > > Danielle N. Williams > Assistant to the Director > TDM Coordinator > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 82 Hart Field Road Suite 105 > Morgantown, WV 26505 > Office: 304-291-9570 Mobile: 571-213-1336 > > “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” -Margaret Mead >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Police Info Card
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Apr '11

21 Apr '11

Butch, Thanks for the feedback! It was my attention that the "Police Info Card" would not be on the final production. I only put it there so we'd know what it was. Did you also see the comment inserted at that heading? The comment said, "This will be a two-sided card approximately the size of a typical traffic ticket." What would you think of the card without the header? Frank On Apr 20, 2011, at 1:34 PM, Graber, Stephen wrote: > I like it, it's short and to the point. In the title, I think "Information" should be spelled out, and that the title should appear on both sides of the card. If the police hand some of these out it should have an impact. It will be interesting to share stories once we begin handing them out ourselves. I think it's important that the Morgantown Police logo remain on the card! > 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)cheat.org [bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org] On Behalf Of Frank Gmeindl [frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net] > Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2011 10:38 AM > To: bikeboard(a)cheat.org Board > Subject: [Bikeboard] Police Info Card > > Bicycle Board Members, > > May I have your concurrence on the attached police info card or your recommendations for its improvement? The intention is that this will be printed on a two-sided card similar in size and appearance to a traffic citation. The idea is that police (or anyone that has the cards, e.g. us) give one to a motorist or bicyclist observed disobeying laws whose violation particularly jeopardizes cyclists. > > Initiative #3 in the Morgantown Bicycling Plan Enforcement section is, "Send rights and duties postcard to motorists that cyclists or others observed and reported violating bicyclist rights". Initiative #4 in the Enforcement section of the plan is, " Handout rights and duties card along with citation to cyclists who violate rules of the road". > > Attached is version 2 of the police info card. It is a result of the Education Committee's work on version 1. I will maintain changes to the document in Dropbox at http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9979830/Police%20Info%20Cardv02.docx . You can change it there, too but please use track changes. > > After we finalize it, I'll present it to the Traffic Commission with a recommendation that they concur with giving it to the police department. I think education grant money can be used to pay for producing the cards. > > > > > <bgPolice_Info_Cardv02[1].docx>

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Fwd: Take Three Actions Today for Safe Routes to School
by Director 21 Apr '11

21 Apr '11

Good morning, Frank, any indication whether our unspent money may get rescinded? Thanks, Nick -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Take Three Actions Today for Safe Routes to School Date: Wed, 20 Apr 2011 18:15:14 -0400 (EDT) From: Deb Hubsmith <info(a)saferoutespartnership.org> Reply-To: info(a)saferoutespartnership.org To: director(a)positivespin.org SRTS National Partnership logo <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=vrki7zaab&et=1105233508208&s=2741&e=001CyvAPS…> *Take Three Actions Today for Safe Routes to School* It is a busy time in Washington D.C. - with decisions being made about funding for this year and next. We need help from Safe Routes to School advocates on three actions - doing all three could take you a total of 10 minutes - and you would be making a big difference: 1. *Tell your Governor <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=vrki7zaab&et=1105233508208&s=2741&e=001CyvAPS…> not to return bike/ped funding to Washington:*The FY2011 appropriations deal requires state DOTs to return $2.5 billion in transportation funding to Washington.Based on past "rescissions" like this, many state DOTs will take most of the cuts from bike/ped programs.While Safe Routes to School is not eligible for these rescissions, it could devastate Transportation Enhancements. Contact your Governor <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=vrki7zaab&et=1105233508208&s=2741&e=001CyvAPS…> and ask them to minimize rescission cuts on programs that fund sidewalks, bike lanes, trails and education programs. Take action today! 2. *Sign your organization <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=vrki7zaab&et=1105233508208&s=2741&e=001CyvAPS…> on to a CDC built environment funding letter <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=vrki7zaab&et=1105233508208&s=2741&e=001CyvAPS…>:*The President's proposed FY12 budget would eliminate funding for built environment activities and the Healthy Communities program at the CDC. These two programs total just $25 million and provide critical funding sources that promote health and reduce obesity in communities across the country. Local, state and national organizations are being asked to join a sign-on letter to Congressional leaders <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=vrki7zaab&et=1105233508208&s=2741&e=001CyvAPS…> to ask for continued funding for these two important programs. To sign on to the letter, please visit http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/FTQJJZN <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=vrki7zaab&et=1105233508208&s=2741&e=001CyvAPS…> and fill out your organization's information no later than May 3, 2011. 3. *Contact your Senators <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=vrki7zaab&et=1105233508208&s=2741&e=001CyvAPS…> to support Safe Routes to School: *Ask your Senators <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=vrki7zaab&et=1105233508208&s=2741&e=001CyvAPS…> to co-sponsor S. 800 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=vrki7zaab&et=1105233508208&s=2741&e=001CyvAPS…>, the Safe Routes to School bill.Growing the number of cosponsors will help protect the Safe Routes to School program as Congress debates the transportation bill.Take action today! Thank you for your attention to these federal action alerts. While the Safe Routes to School National Partnership is your eyes and ears on Capitol Hill - we can only be successful with the active engagement of local advocates and organizations like you! Please take action today, to help tomorrow's children have safer routes, lanes and paths. ** Forward email <http://ui.constantcontact.com/sa/fwtf.jsp?llr=vrki7zaab&m=1100380121653&ea=…> <http://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=un&m=001_5RUzikK1TfQrKQX8Www0Q%3D%3…> <http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=TEM_BusLet_003> This email was sent to director(a)positivespin.org by info(a)saferoutespartnership.org <mailto:info@saferoutespartnership.org> | Update Profile/Email Address <http://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=oo&m=001_5RUzikK1TfQrKQX8Www0Q%3D%3…> | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe <http://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=un&m=001_5RUzikK1TfQrKQX8Www0Q%3D%3…>^(TM) | Privacy Policy <http://ui.constantcontact.com/roving/CCPrivacyPolicy.jsp>. Bikes Belong Coalition| P.O. Box 2359| Boulder| CO| 80306 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com> Version: 10.0.1209 / Virus Database: 1500/3586 - Release Date: 04/20/11

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Education Budget
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Apr '11

20 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, Any grant money that we don't spend by Sep. 4, 2011 will be lost. Currently, we do not have a plan for approximately $9,500. What are your ideas for spending this money on bicycling education? Remember, the money must be spent and the work completed by Sep. 4. Also, if you have an idea, would you be willing to manage it to completion? If not you, then who? Here are some ideas that the Education Committee identified: Put together some graphics that can be used for future marketing, education, signs, banners for the bridges, tables, Bike Month. Make a video. Make a video of the CCC course. Make a video of cycling for kids in Motown with Positive Spin or other stuff that will have both state level appeal and local benefits. (A 7 minute film could be useful to the CVB, bike sales, or primers for getting kids interested in taking bike ed at schools or elsewhere.) Make a Motown DVD on learning how to ride a bike and have the local bike shops give one to every person that buys a bike in Motown. Buy 1,000 copies of Street Smarts and have the local bike shops give one to every person that buys a bike in Motown. If one of these appeals to you, would you be willing to manage it to fruition? FYI, following are the objects or events that we already have planned: Ads in the Dominion Post and Daily Athenaeum now through Sep. 4. Our 7 TV spots run on Comcast now through Sep. 4. Two InSite billboards (Star City Bridge & outbound Mileground) now through Sep. 4. Three Lamar billboards (119 inbound from South, Mileground inbound and Mileground outbound) now through Sep. 4. Eight foot banner identical to billboard to be used at May 9 WVU Employee Fest and any other event. New bumper sticker. Continue website development. Continue delivering CCC TS101 and Commuter classes. Your earliest reply could help us not lose this money. 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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Police Info Card
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Apr '11

20 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, May I have your concurrence on the attached police info card or your recommendations for its improvement? The intention is that this will be printed on a two-sided card similar in size and appearance to a traffic citation. The idea is that police (or anyone that has the cards, e.g. us) give one to a motorist or bicyclist observed disobeying laws whose violation particularly jeopardizes cyclists. Initiative #3 in the Morgantown Bicycling Plan Enforcement section is, "Send rights and duties postcard to motorists that cyclists or others observed and reported violating bicyclist rights". Initiative #4 in the Enforcement section of the plan is, " Handout rights and duties card along with citation to cyclists who violate rules of the road". Attached is version 2 of the police info card. It is a result of the Education Committee's work on version 1. I will maintain changes to the document in Dropbox at http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9979830/Police%20Info%20Cardv02.docx . You can change it there, too but please use track changes. After we finalize it, I'll present it to the Traffic Commission with a recommendation that they concur with giving it to the police department. I think education grant money can be used to pay for producing the cards. 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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Bike Month Proclamation
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Apr '11

19 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members and Traffic Commission Chairman, Attached is a scan of the Mayor's proclamation at tonight's City Council meeting of May as Bike Month. Also attached is the acceptance presentation that I gave. I am grateful to all of you that helped me perfect it, especially Don who suggested that I shorten it by 25%. Mayor Byrne was visibly impatient with my reading it even at its final 1.5 page length. Terrence Moore is vocally in support of making Morgantown a Bicycle Friendly Community. I'm wondering if the Mayor is. What would be the best location to post the original signed copy of the proclamation? What about copies of it? BTW, Council Chambers were packed to capacity tonight and the applause from the public gallery after I finished accepting the proclamation was resounding. Frank

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Please reply by 5 pm
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Apr '11

19 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members and Traffic Commission Chairman, I expect to receive at tonight's City Council meeting, Mayor Byrne's proclamation of May as Bike Month. Attached is my planned response. Since I'm speaking on behalf of the BB and TC, I'd appreciate your critique or concurrence. 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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Procedural guidelines revision
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Apr '11

19 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, Following up on an action item that I took from the April BB meeting, attached, please find a suggested revision to our procedural guidelines. I tried to clarify Section 2.1 Membership. Please reply if you agree with the revision then I will be able to recommend it to the TC for approval at their May meeting. Otherwise, we will have to finalize the revision at our May meeting (which occurs the day after the TC meeting) and then propose it to the TC in June. 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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Fwd: April BB minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 18 Apr '11

18 Apr '11

Attached are the April Bicycle Board minutes.

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Article in Sunday Paper
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Apr '11

17 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Member, Thanks to Jim Rye for writing the article, "Ride a bike, make a change" that appeared in today's Dominion Post on page 4-E. Thanks to Hugh Kierig for getting the DP to publish it. If you don't get the paper, you can read the article at the following link, http://tinyurl.com/3zr2kwc . 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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Tonight's BB meeting
by Graber, Stephen 08 Apr '11

08 Apr '11

Hello all, Looking forward to meeting everyone this evening. I'm wondering if it might be possible to move the Paul Becker replacement item to right after the approval of last meetings minutes so that those not selected to serve might move on with their evenings. Thanks, Steve ------------------------------------------- Stephen G. Graber Biochem & Mol Pharmacology PO Box 9142, HSN-3122 West Virginia University Morgantown, WV 26506-9142 phone: 304-293-2305 ------ _0 ------ _ \<,_ ---- (*)/ (*)

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Bicycle plan in Dropbox
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Apr '11

07 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, As we discussed at tonight's BB meeting, I put the Morgantown Bicycle Plan v08 in a Dropbox public folder so you shouldn't have to do anything but click on the following link and then download the file. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9979830/Morgantown%20Bicycle%20Plan%20v08.doc When you click on the link, a file icon with the filename should appear in a download window. Double clicking on the file name should open the document. Of course, if you change the document and want to put it back in Dropbox, you'll need a dropbox account. If you don't want to deal with that, just send me your marked up copy, preferably as an attachment to an e-mail. I look forward to discussing the Engineering section with you at our May 5 meeting. Frank

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MPO Unified Planning Work Program
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Apr '11

07 Apr '11

Bill, In response to your request for suggested changes to the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), the Bicycle Board offers the following recommendations: In general, for the revised plan, we recommend more specific commitment to integrating bicycling into the transportation system. Some examples; 1. The UPWP section entitled, Focus for Fiscal Year 2011, 4th paragraph, of the plan says, "Other major projects for the MPO will be the development of an ongoing traffic count database." Recommendation: Count bicycles and include them in the database. (Traditionally traffic counts have ignored bicycles.) 2. The same paragraph also says, "It is anticipated that both the traffic counts and the travel time studies will be performed at a limited set of locations...". Recommendation: Include bicycles in the studies. Focus on locations that could have significantly increased bicycle use and reduced motor use. For example, the roads between Campuses including University Av., Beechurst Av., Monongahela Blvd., Willowdale Rd., Stewart St. Jones Av. and the rail-trail. Count the bikes. Create a baseline. Design experiments. Take data to see how experiments change bicycle use. (This recommendation also applies to UPWP section II-A-1 Traffic Counts.) 3. The section entitled, SAFETEA-LU Planning Factors, subsection 2. Increase the safety of the transportation system for motorized and non-motorized users, first paragraph says, "...working with local emergency service providers on transportation safety education when applicable." Recommendation: Get commitment from Morgantown Police to complete International Police Mountain Bike Association (IPMBA) training as currently taken annually by WVU bicycle police or get them to take one of the 7 other police training courses that the Bicycle Board recommended to the Morgantown police at the December 2, 2009 Traffic Commission meeting. 4. The section entitled, II-A-10 Mapping Recommendation: Incorporate and continue to develop the Morgantown Bike Route map and develop greater Morgantown Bike Route maps. Classify all Morgantown area roads in terms of bicycling level of service. 5. The section entitled, II-B-17 Congestion Management Strategies Recommendation: Seriously develop strategies that get people out of cars and onto bikes and their feet, especially where the congestion is highest: between and near campuses. Understand origins and destinations within that area. Identify obstacles to bicycling and walking. Identify attractions to driving. Make walking bicycling and walking more attractive. Make driving less attractive. (IMHO, we have always been doing the opposite.) Since the MPO was created, it has always treated "bike-ped" separately from motorized transportation and transit. Consequently, most if not all of the built projects make cycling worse. Integrating bicycling and walking with other transportation modes, especially in the 5-mile cross section that constitutes Morgantown could optimize the transportation system for all users and make Morgantown a better place to live as well as a better place to bicycle. Finally, at a Bicycle Board Mapping Team meeting we discussed improving Collins Ferry Rd. from the rail trail to the pavement near Mylan. The improvement we discussed is just to make the surface rideable by the average cyclists. This could be done by improving drainage in one or two spots that are currently quagmires, filling the gullies in the road bed and rolling it so that it's surface would be similar to the gravel parts of the rail trail. We also suggested that this could be a joint NETL, Mylan, City project using volunteer labor from NETL and Mylan. Danielle suggested that we submit this recommendation to you along with the above recommendations. We stand ready to discuss any of these with you. 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] Mileground
by Brandon Crawford 07 Apr '11

07 Apr '11

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Bumper Sticker Update
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Apr '11

05 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is an update of the bumper sticker file that I sent Sunday. The colors are different on this one. Frank

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Morgantown Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Apr '11

05 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, I admit that this is a ploy to get you to read and comment on the Morgantown Bicycle Plan. At our next Bicycle Board meeting April 7, I will bring a hard copy of the plan and ask you to sign it. Between now and then, you can read it at https://www.dropbox.com/home#:::29108896 . If you see something you don't like, change it. (Please do not turn Track Changes off.) Or, if you don't want to change it but wish to express your thoughts about it, click the New Comment button right above the text and enter your thoughts. On the Monday, April 4 before our next meeting, I will finalize the plan and send you a notification that the final is available to view. That's the version I'll bring to the April 7 meeting for your signature. If a majority of you sign the plan at our next meeting, I will send the plan to the stakeholders identified in it to get their comments and hopefully their commitment to implement it. Frank

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Agenda for next Thu BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Apr '11

03 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached a draft agenda for next Thursday's meeting. If you'd like to make any changes, please reply. I will send out the final by Sunday night. Please note that there's nothing on the agenda about the following: April 4 meeting between Chief Ed Preston and BB Chairman Aprll 6 TC meeting outcome Resolution on traffic signal bicycle detection Education program status Website Articles Billboards TV spots Courses WVU Employee Fest Parking status Bike route map Signage plan Mon Blvd bike lane status West Run Road, Van Voorhis Rd., Rt. 100 upgrades/repairs In-line drainage grate replacement Frank

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Mon Blvd Climbing Lane grant application
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Apr '11

01 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, Wednesday, I submitted to Jeff Mikorski w/cc to Damien Davis a grant application to Bikes Belong for $10K to support the Monongahela Blvd. Bicycle Climbing Lane. The submittal consists of 7 files that you can view in Dropbox at https://www.dropbox.com/home#/BikeLaneGrant::: . The City must submit the application to Bikes Belong by April 29. Frank

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Report to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Apr '11

01 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, a draft report of BB March accomplishments and future plans that I will present to the Traffic Commission next Wednesday with your concurrence. I need to submit this early tomorrow, so your prompt review is appreciated. Frank

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Thank you letter to Fouad Shakry
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Apr '11

01 Apr '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please reply with your concurrence on the attached letter expressing BB gratitude to WVDOH Fred Shakry for installing Share the Road signs on South University Avenue. I've also attached photos of the signs. If you have any recommendations for making the letter better, I would appreciate them. I'd like to send the letter within the next few days. I also attached a .doc version in case you can't open the .docx version. The only difference is that you might not see the BikeMorgantown logo if you open the .doc version. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Thank you letter to Fouad Shakry
by Chip Wamsley 01 Apr '11

01 Apr '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:11:00 -0400 Frank, I concur, we need to give positive reinforcement to keep things moving forward. I assume that Fred is how he is commonly addressed, hence the different name on the address. Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > >Please reply with your concurrence on the attached letter expressing BB gratitude to WVDOH Fred Shakry for installing Share the Road signs on South University Avenue. I've also attached photos of the signs. If you have any recommendations for making the letter better, I would appreciate them. I'd like to send the letter within the next few days. > >I also attached a .doc version in case you can't open the .docx version. The only difference is that you might not see the BikeMorgantown logo if you open the .doc version. > >Frank > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Report to TC
by Chip Wamsley 31 Mar '11

31 Mar '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Thu, 31 Mar 2011 17:20:37 -0400 Frank, Looks good, should TBS under the Comcast section be all caps? Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > >Please find attached, a draft report of BB March accomplishments and future plans that I will present to the Traffic Commission next Wednesday with your concurrence. I need to submit this early tomorrow, so your prompt review is appreciated. > >Frank > >

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Resolution on bicycle detection
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Mar '11

30 Mar '11

All, Thanks to gunnar for showing me that I sent you an earlier version of the resolution. The most recent version is now attached. Frank Councilor Selin, Chairman Nutter, Director Austin, Bicycle Board Members, I have learned that WVDOH has purchased a control system for the new traffic signal to be installed on WV 705 at Mountaineer Station that definitely will not detect bicycles. I do not know what action to take except to propose a City resolution requiring all Morgantown traffic signals to detect bicycles. Since the Traffic Commission meets the day before we do, I request your review and comment on the attached draft resolution. I also request your concurrence to formally present it to the Traffic Commission at the Traffic Commission's April 6 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

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Resolution on bicycle detection
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Mar '11

30 Mar '11

Councilor Selin, Chairman Nutter, Director Austin, Bicycle Board Members, I have learned that WVDOH has purchased a control system for the new traffic signal to be installed on WV 705 at Mountaineer Station that definitely will not detect bicycles. I do not know what action to take except to propose a City resolution requiring all Morgantown traffic signals to detect bicycles. Since the Traffic Commission meets the day before we do, I request your review and comment on the attached draft resolution. I also request your concurrence to formally present it to the Traffic Commission at the Traffic Commission's April 6 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

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Article Revisions
by Ryan Post 26 Mar '11

26 Mar '11

I have drafted a number of articles intended to be posted on the website blog. I would like to get some additional input/editing and possibly also photos to go along with them. I would like to have them all finished by 4/7 (next meeting), as some are somewhat time sensitive (riding season has begun!). Frank has also asked that Hugh consider some for the Dominion Post articles as well. They can be found at https://www.dropbox.com/home#/Articles:::36393417 Topics: Bikes on Busses Bike Shops Impeding Traffic Default Lane Position "Car Back!" Pace Line Etiquette Riding Predictably Tire Pressure What to Carry Why WV is a Great place to ride

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Afterthoughts
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Mar '11

24 Mar '11

Bill, Bryan, 1. After our meeting yesterday, I wish we had turned right instead of left at West Run and Stewartstown on our way back so we could view first hand the challenge cyclists face in climbing the stretch of Stewartstown in front of Glenmark Centre and Bon Vista Apartments up to 705. If the climbing lane were widened just a couple feet, a significant bottleneck for cyclists could be removed. Currently, the narrow lane, sharp curve and steep hill make climbing that stretch quite daunting. If the West Run bike path materialized, that stretch of Stewartstown Rd. would be an obvious route for cyclists to take from the West Run path to town. I also wonder if the grade wouldn't be much easier than the grade from West Run up to the WVU Research Park http://bit.ly/e9pmVu. 2. How much trouble would it be to get a bicycle count on routes that we recommend for improvement and/or signage? The section of Rt. 100 that we discussed from Granville to Rt. 19 would be a good first location. Bicycle counts could give us a baseline against which to measure the impact of surface improvements and to aid in deciding whether Share the Road or Bike Route signs would be justified. Thanks again for the great meeting yesterday and for considering the cyclists' view. 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] West Run, etc.
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Mar '11

24 Mar '11

Alice, Thanks! Counting cyclists on Rt. 100 is an excellent idea. I'll ask Bryan if WVDOH could do that. I know from Damien that technology exists to automatically count bicycles just as there is to count motor vehicles. I think we'd all be curious to know how many cyclists use Rt. 100 and to have a good baseline against which to measure any roadway improvements. I believe WVDOH recognizes that the stretch of West Run between Stewartstown Rd. and Point Marion Rd. is also very much in need of improvement. I don't think they have the budget to do it yet. I'd guess they put higher priority on the other end because of the current traffic volume and number of housing units there. Frank On Mar 24, 2011, at 11:26 AM, Alice Vernon wrote: > Great job Frank > Wonder if we tried having someone count the cyclist on Route 100 on a beautiful weekend to give them some numbers. Kind of like the car counters on roads. > Also are there any plans to improve the other part of West Run? It seems to be the worst. > Thanks for all you do! > Alice > > On Wed, Mar 23, 2011 at 7:51 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Bicycle Board Members, > > I had an excellent meeting with Bill Austin and Brian Radabaugh, WVDOH today. We cruised West Run and discussed West Run Rd., Van Voorhis Rd., Rt. 100, in-line grates and Share the Road signs. Following is a summary. > > In-line grates > The in-line grates that we have identified on Walnut Street Bridge, Beechurst Av. and Mon Blvd. should all be replaced with bicycle friendly grates by this fall. The Walnut St. bridge grates will probably be replaced first and soon. We did not discuss the Westover Bridge grates whose cross pieces are falling out. > > Rt. 100 > I explained to Brian that: > Rt. 100 is a main route out of town because it is flat and connects to good rides in Green County, PA as well as the PA A-Bike Route. > The annual Appalachian Spring Spectacular is the first Sunday in May and always uses Rt. 100 and has had up to 138 participants from local as well as afar. > Rt. 100 from Granville to Rt. 19 is riddled with cracks and potholes. > Brian agreed to get Rt. 100 patched before May 1 and to put it on a schedule for regular maintenance every year before May. > We also discussed putting Share the Road signs or Bike Route signs on Rt. 100. See signage discussion below. > > Signage > Brian and Fouad "Fred" Shakry are developing a standard to use for deciding where to put Share the Road signs. Brian thinks we already have too many signs of all kinds on our roads. He also thinks that putting Share the Road signs where bicyclists won't ride dilutes the effectiveness of the sign. He invites input from us on routes to be signed. Our recommendations must include credible explanation that significant bicycling use increase will result. > > West Run Road > Before we cruised West Run Rd., we discussed the message that I had sent January 20 addressing the plan to widen the roadway to 11-foot lanes. Then, we cruised the road while discussing options. When we returned to the meeting room, Brian stated that his current thinking is to widen the lanes to 12-feet center-line-to-edge; stripe the travel lane to 10-feet width leaving a 2-foot paved shoulder; use any remaining budget to improve sight lines, e.g. cutting back steep banks in curves. Brian observed that wider travel lanes can encourage speeding, especially in the absence of enforcement. > > We also discussed the West Run segregated bike path that would run from Van Voorhis to Easton. Brian favored the bike path over further widening West Run Rd. beyond the total 24-feet that we discussed because he felt that acquiring right of way and building roadway would cost more than acquiring right of way for the path and building the path. > > We also drove a short distance along West Run from Van Voorhis toward the river where I explained to Brian and Bill how the West Run path could extend down to the Mon River Trail. > > We also cursorily discussed the bike path from the WVU Research Park down to West Run but didn't get into much detail. > > BTW, currently planned West Run Rd. improvement is only between Stewartstown Rd. and Van Voorhis Rd., and does not include the segment from Stewartstown Rd. to Pt. Marion Rd. (119) as we had thought. > > Van Voorhis Rd. > We drove up Van Voorhis from West Run to Windwood Village where I led us up through the development to show Bill and Brian how cyclists will wind our way up through there and across the grass to Wedgewood Dr. to avoid climbing the north side of Van Voorhis. We also discussed how it's practically the same coming up the south side. Brian said that he would look into widening the climbing side of each side of the hill when they do the drainage improvement on both sides of the hill and the sidewalk on the south side of the hill. > > Wrap Up > I exchanged many e-mails with Brian while we were working on the in-line grates and I was impressed with his open-mindedness, technical competence and dedication to safety and doing the job right. Meeting him, my opinion is doubly reinforced. We are indeed very fortunate to have him working for WVDOH in our district. I hope he stays for a while! > > We also owe gratitude to Bill Austin for facilitating these discussions with Brian and in general showing WVDOH that bicyclists have a right to the roadways. > > Frank > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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West Run, etc.
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Mar '11

24 Mar '11

Bicycle Board Members, I had an excellent meeting with Bill Austin and Brian Radabaugh, WVDOH today. We cruised West Run and discussed West Run Rd., Van Voorhis Rd., Rt. 100, in-line grates and Share the Road signs. Following is a summary. In-line grates The in-line grates that we have identified on Walnut Street Bridge, Beechurst Av. and Mon Blvd. should all be replaced with bicycle friendly grates by this fall. The Walnut St. bridge grates will probably be replaced first and soon. We did not discuss the Westover Bridge grates whose cross pieces are falling out. Rt. 100 I explained to Brian that: Rt. 100 is a main route out of town because it is flat and connects to good rides in Green County, PA as well as the PA A-Bike Route. The annual Appalachian Spring Spectacular is the first Sunday in May and always uses Rt. 100 and has had up to 138 participants from local as well as afar. Rt. 100 from Granville to Rt. 19 is riddled with cracks and potholes. Brian agreed to get Rt. 100 patched before May 1 and to put it on a schedule for regular maintenance every year before May. We also discussed putting Share the Road signs or Bike Route signs on Rt. 100. See signage discussion below. Signage Brian and Fouad "Fred" Shakry are developing a standard to use for deciding where to put Share the Road signs. Brian thinks we already have too many signs of all kinds on our roads. He also thinks that putting Share the Road signs where bicyclists won't ride dilutes the effectiveness of the sign. He invites input from us on routes to be signed. Our recommendations must include credible explanation that significant bicycling use increase will result. West Run Road Before we cruised West Run Rd., we discussed the message that I had sent January 20 addressing the plan to widen the roadway to 11-foot lanes. Then, we cruised the road while discussing options. When we returned to the meeting room, Brian stated that his current thinking is to widen the lanes to 12-feet center-line-to-edge; stripe the travel lane to 10-feet width leaving a 2-foot paved shoulder; use any remaining budget to improve sight lines, e.g. cutting back steep banks in curves. Brian observed that wider travel lanes can encourage speeding, especially in the absence of enforcement. We also discussed the West Run segregated bike path that would run from Van Voorhis to Easton. Brian favored the bike path over further widening West Run Rd. beyond the total 24-feet that we discussed because he felt that acquiring right of way and building roadway would cost more than acquiring right of way for the path and building the path. We also drove a short distance along West Run from Van Voorhis toward the river where I explained to Brian and Bill how the West Run path could extend down to the Mon River Trail. We also cursorily discussed the bike path from the WVU Research Park down to West Run but didn't get into much detail. BTW, currently planned West Run Rd. improvement is only between Stewartstown Rd. and Van Voorhis Rd., and does not include the segment from Stewartstown Rd. to Pt. Marion Rd. (119) as we had thought. Van Voorhis Rd. We drove up Van Voorhis from West Run to Windwood Village where I led us up through the development to show Bill and Brian how cyclists will wind our way up through there and across the grass to Wedgewood Dr. to avoid climbing the north side of Van Voorhis. We also discussed how it's practically the same coming up the south side. Brian said that he would look into widening the climbing side of each side of the hill when they do the drainage improvement on both sides of the hill and the sidewalk on the south side of the hill. Wrap Up I exchanged many e-mails with Brian while we were working on the in-line grates and I was impressed with his open-mindedness, technical competence and dedication to safety and doing the job right. Meeting him, my opinion is doubly reinforced. We are indeed very fortunate to have him working for WVDOH in our district. I hope he stays for a while! We also owe gratitude to Bill Austin for facilitating these discussions with Brian and in general showing WVDOH that bicyclists have a right to the roadways. Frank

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Changed phone number
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Mar '11

23 Mar '11

Dear Friends, Family and Associates, I hope this message finds you well and happy! I am writing to inform you that I have discontinued 304-284-8094, my land-line telephone service. You can still reach me on my cell phone: 304-376-0446. I look forward to chatting with you soon! Best wishes! Frank Gmeindl

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Re: [Bikeboard] WVU EmployeeFest
by Frank Gmeindl 22 Mar '11

22 Mar '11

Kim, Thanks for the invitation! I forwarded it to the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board. Two members expressed interest. They are also the two members that plan to staff a booth that Hugh said the Board would be provided at the Employee Fest. Following are some things we thought of demonstrating: Repairing a flat tire; Proper hand signals; Communicating with body language; Scanning, signaling & negotiating; Proper helmet adjustment; Adjusting derailleurs; Adjusting brakes; Fitting a bicycle. Demonstrating these things on a stage to a large audience that is distant from the demonstrator would probably be ineffective. What is the maximum number of people you would expect in the audience? Would it be possible to have them move close to the demonstrator(s) and perhaps even surround him/her/them so they could see? We haven't yet planned what we will have or do in our booth; perhaps demonstrating some or all the things in the above list. What do you think? Also, could you please confirm that Employee Fest is May 9? 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 On Mar 21, 2011, at 10:21 AM, Kimberly Zaph wrote: > Hi Frank, > > At a recent EmployeeFest committee meeting, Hugh Kierig suggested I contact you to see if your group would be interested in providing some demonstrations. I am working on a schedule of events for these demos, and I'd love to add you to the list. > > The plan is for all wellness-related activities/resource tables etc. to be located in the Mountainlair Ballrooms, and the wellness demonstrations will be performed on the stage. > > EmployeeFest will be heavily advertised soon, and a website has been created just for this event. > > If you'd like to participate in the demos, please provide the following information as soon as possible. > > 1. The name of the demonstration > 2. Description of what's being demonstrated > 3. Name of demonstrator/s > 4. Bio of demonstrator/s > 5. List of equipment you will be bringing for the demonstration/s > 6. Time/s that the demo can be performed. We hope to have demos repeated, since the crowd will vary throughout the day. (I'm guessing that some who will perform demos will also be manning the resource booth.) Demonstrations are needed between 11:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The demos can vary in length. > > > Please call me at your convenience for more information. > > > Thanks, > > Kimberly A. B. Zaph > EmployeeFest Committee Member > > > > > > > Kimberly A. B. Zaph, MS, CSCS, ACSM HFS > Wellness Program Manager > WVU Division of Human Resources > P. O. Box 6640 > One Waterfront Place > Morgantown, WV 26506 > (304) 293-8405 > (304) 293-7532 (fax) > Kimberly.Zaph(a)mail.wvu.edu > http://employeewellness.wvu.edu/ >

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Fwd: WVU EmployeeFest
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Mar '11

21 Mar '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please contact me if you have any interest in doing a demo at WVU Employee Festival. I think this is in addition to the booth that we're going to have. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Kimberly Zaph" <Kimberly.Zaph(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: March 21, 2011 10:21:10 AM GMT-04:00 > To: <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Cc: "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Subject: WVU EmployeeFest > > Hi Frank, > > At a recent EmployeeFest committee meeting, Hugh Kierig suggested I contact you to see if your group would be interested in providing some demonstrations. I am working on a schedule of events for these demos, and I'd love to add you to the list. > > The plan is for all wellness-related activities/resource tables etc. to be located in the Mountainlair Ballrooms, and the wellness demonstrations will be performed on the stage. > > EmployeeFest will be heavily advertised soon, and a website has been created just for this event. > > If you'd like to participate in the demos, please provide the following information as soon as possible. > > 1. The name of the demonstration > 2. Description of what's being demonstrated > 3. Name of demonstrator/s > 4. Bio of demonstrator/s > 5. List of equipment you will be bringing for the demonstration/s > 6. Time/s that the demo can be performed. We hope to have demos repeated, since the crowd will vary throughout the day. (I'm guessing that some who will perform demos will also be manning the resource booth.) Demonstrations are needed between 11:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The demos can vary in length. > > > Please call me at your convenience for more information. > > > Thanks, > > Kimberly A. B. Zaph > EmployeeFest Committee Member > > > > > > > Kimberly A. B. Zaph, MS, CSCS, ACSM HFS > Wellness Program Manager > WVU Division of Human Resources > P. O. Box 6640 > One Waterfront Place > Morgantown, WV 26506 > (304) 293-8405 > (304) 293-7532 (fax) > Kimberly.Zaph(a)mail.wvu.edu > http://employeewellness.wvu.edu/ >

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Bike Lanes vs. Wide Outside Lanes
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Mar '11

20 Mar '11

Bicycle Board Members, The article at http://www.bicyclinglife.com/effectiveadvocacy/blvswol.htm is one of the most comprehensive yet easy to read that I've seen that explains the pros and cons of bike lanes and wide outside lanes. Frank

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Mileground
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Mar '11

20 Mar '11

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a flyer that describes the proposed Mileground improvement that the MPO and WVDOH settled on. You'll see that it is 4 lanes with a a sidewalk on one side, "mountable" divider and roundabouts at 705 and Airport Blvd.. Mileground property owners are campaigning to eliminate the sidewalk and for a center turn lane instead of a mountable divider. Please communicate with Bill Austin for questions or comments. FYI, a mountable divider enables emergency vehicles to cross it but discourages most motor vehicles from crossing it. Bill Austin, AICP Executive Director Morgantown Monongalia MPO 82 Hart Field Road Ste. 105 Morgantown, WVA 26505 304-291-9571 304-692-7225 Mobile Frank

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Mapping Team meeting minutes
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Mar '11

16 Mar '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, minutes of today's meeting of the BB bike route mapping team. Welcome Danielle Williams to the team! Frank

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Outdoor bike repair station from DERO
by Director 15 Mar '11

15 Mar '11

Good Evening, I must still be on some mailing list from back when I was researching bike parking. This interesting item just came my way. It's an outdoor bike repair stand with tools and pump attached by heavy duty stainless steel cables. Looks like it might be pretty student-proof. http://www.dero.com/products/fixit/ - Nick Hein Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV 265605

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bluetooth headset
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Mar '11

14 Mar '11

Bicycle Board Members, Tomorrow afternoon, I'm going to drive along West Run Rd. with Brian Radabaugh our WVDOH district engineer and Bill Austin. Does anybody have a bluetooth headset that I could use with my iPhone to talk with Brian and Bill while I ride ahead of them on my bicycle? The plan is that we'll all ride in somebody's car but I think I could give them a better explanation of bicyclist needs on that road if I were actually on a bicycle and could talk with them. Frank

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March BB Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 14 Mar '11

14 Mar '11

Attached, please find the March BB minutes. Thank you, Betsy --

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MPO Unified Planning Work Program
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Mar '11

12 Mar '11

Bicycle Board Members, By April 8, we need to provide Bill Austin specific recommended projects to be included in subject plan. Please reply-all with your suggestions. I will roll them up and send them to Bill and the MPO Citizens Advisory Committee of which I am a member. Attached is the current Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) that will be revised in the coming months. Please at least scan the first 5 pages. You will see that bicycling is mentioned throughout. In general, for the revised plan, I would recommend more specific commitment to integrating bicycling into the transportation system. Some examples; 1. The UPWP section entitled, Focus for Fiscal Year 2011, 4th paragraph, of the plan says, "Other major projects for the MPO will be the development of an ongoing traffic count database." Recommendation: Count bicycles and include them in the database. (Traditionally traffic counts have ignored bicycles.) 2. The same paragraph also says, "It is anticipated that both the traffic counts and the travel time studies will be performed at a limited set of locations...". Recommendation: Include bicycles in the studies. Focus on locations that could have significantly increased bicycle use and reduced motor use. For example, the roads between Campuses including University Av., Beechurst, Mon Blvd., Willowdale, Stewart St. Jones Av. and the rail-trail. Count the bikes. Create a baseline. Design experiments. Take data to see how experiments change bicycle use. (This recommendation also applies to UPWP section II-A-1 Traffic Counts.) 3. The section entitled, SAFETEA-LU Planning Factors, subsection 2. Increase the safety of the transportation system for motorized and non-motorized users, first paragraph says, "...working with local emergency service providers on transportation safety education when applicable." Recommendation: Get commitment from Morgantown Police to complete International Police Mountain Bike Association (IPMBA) training as currently taken annually by WVU bicycle police or get them to take one of the 7 other police training courses that the Bicycle Board recommended to the Morgantown police at the December 2, 2009 Traffic Commission meeting. 4. The section entitled, II-A-10 Mapping Recommendation: Incorporate and continue to develop the Morgantown Bike Route map and develop greater Morgantown Bike Route maps. Classify all Morgantown area roads in terms of bicycling level of service. 5. The section entitled, II-B-17 Congestion Management Strategies Recommendation: Seriously develop strategies that get people out of cars and onto bikes and their feet, especially where the congestion is highest: between and near campuses. Understand origins and destinations within that area. Identify obstacles to bicycling and walking. Identify attractions to driving. Make walking bicycling and walking more attractive. Make driving less attractive. (IMHO, we have always been doing the opposite.) Since the MPO was created, it has always treated "bike-ped" separately from motorized transportation and transit. Consequently, most if not all of the built projects make cycling worse. Integrating bicycling and walking with other transportation modes, especially in the 5-mile cross section that constitutes Morgantown could optimize the transportation system for all users and make Morgantown a better place to live as well as a better place to bicycle. Please send me your recommendations for the UPWP by April 6. 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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BB scope expansion
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Mar '11

11 Mar '11

Bicycle Board Members, Bill Austin, Chris Fletcher (City Director of Planning and Development) and Terrence Moore recently met and decided to create a memorandum of understanding between the City and the MPO that expands the Bicycle Board's scope to include both the City and the greater Morgantown area (basically Mon County). As you know, we are currently an advisory board to the City Traffic Commission. I suppose under the new agreement, we will also be an advisory board to the MPO. The expanded scope will enable us to have standing with the MPO which will be particularly useful to the MPO in the upcoming updating of the Long-Range Transportation Plan. Some details will have to be worked out. First will probably be to get Traffic Commission concurrence on the idea and then to propose a revision to our Procedural Guidelines to redefine our mission, roles and responsibilities, membership, duties & responsibilities, goals, objectives, and hopefully add a budget. This is just FYI but I'd appreciate your thoughts. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] BB scope expansion
by Chip Wamsley 11 Mar '11

11 Mar '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Fri, 11 Mar 2011 09:57:29 -0500 Frank et al, It sounds like the logical direction to proceed as all streets and roads are connected and sometimes fall under multiple jurisdictions, not to mention maintaining a unified approach to fulfilling our goals. Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > >Bill Austin, Chris Fletcher (City Director of Planning and Development) and Terrence Moore recently met and decided to create a memorandum of understanding between the City and the MPO that expands the Bicycle Board's scope to include both the City and the greater Morgantown area (basically Mon County). As you know, we are currently an advisory board to the City Traffic Commission. I suppose under the new agreement, we will also be an advisory board to the MPO. The expanded scope will enable us to have standing with the MPO which will be particularly useful to the MPO in the upcoming updating of the Long-Range Transportation Plan. Some details will have to be worked out. First will probably be to get Traffic Commission concurrence on the idea and then to propose a revision to our Procedural Guidelines to redefine our mission, roles and responsibilities, membership, duties & responsibilities, goals, objectives, and hopefully add a budget. > >This is just FYI but I'd appreciate your thoughts. > >Frank >_______________________________________________ >Bikeboard mailing list >Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Resolution on Traffic Controls Detecting Bicycles
by Chip Wamsley 10 Mar '11

10 Mar '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Thu, 10 Mar 2011 07:35:55 -0500 Both documents are succinct and to the point, great job as always. Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > >I would like your concurrence to propose the attached resolution to the Traffic Commission and the City Council. > >To review, comment and revise the resolution please work on the file, "LightsDetectBIkes" in Dropbox at https://www.dropbox.com/home#/ControlDevices:::36393417 . > >As you know, WVDOH has decided that the new traffic light on 705 at the WVU multi-modal transportation facility will not be activated by bicycles. This means that if you ride your bicycle out of the facility, you will have to wait until a motor vehicle comes to trigger the light or run it. > >One purpose of the resolution is to get the traffic signals to treat bicycles as any other vehicle. Another purpose is to get recognition that bicycles are valid means of transportation, that bicyclists are equals to motorists, and to remove barriers to bicycling. > >Since WVDOH is already installing equipment for traffic lights in the 705 corridor, this resolution may be too late. I'm hoping that they might get wind of its coming and maybe give some more consideration to their decision to discriminate against bicyclists at the Mountaineer Station. > > > > >Frank >Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > > > >

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What you're missing
by director 10 Mar '11

10 Mar '11

Good morning, I just finished typing my notes from yesterdays keynote and seminar presentations and thought I would share them. You can read them at this link: www.positivespin.org/PublicFiles/2011_LABpresentationNotes.pdf I'll be in town tonite and will probably collect notes from the congressional meetings today, starting in 90 min. I'll post those as well. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Dropbox
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Mar '11

10 Mar '11

Bicycle Board Members, I have created a folder named "BikeBoard" in Dropbox. I have shared it with all current active Bicycle Board members. I would like to see how useful this folder and its subfolders will be for us to share documents and collaborate on them. Google docs may be a better alternative but I found for Word documents, Dropbox is easier to track changes. The BikeBoard folder is at https://www.dropbox.com/home#:::36393417 Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Resolution on Traffic Controls Detecting Bicycles
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Mar '11

10 Mar '11

Bicycle Board Members, I would like your concurrence to propose the attached resolution to the Traffic Commission and the City Council. To review, comment and revise the resolution please work on the file, "LightsDetectBIkes" in Dropbox at https://www.dropbox.com/home#/ControlDevices:::36393417 . As you know, WVDOH has decided that the new traffic light on 705 at the WVU multi-modal transportation facility will not be activated by bicycles. This means that if you ride your bicycle out of the facility, you will have to wait until a motor vehicle comes to trigger the light or run it. One purpose of the resolution is to get the traffic signals to treat bicycles as any other vehicle. Another purpose is to get recognition that bicycles are valid means of transportation, that bicyclists are equals to motorists, and to remove barriers to bicycling. Since WVDOH is already installing equipment for traffic lights in the 705 corridor, this resolution may be too late. I'm hoping that they might get wind of its coming and maybe give some more consideration to their decision to discriminate against bicyclists at the Mountaineer Station. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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From the Bike Summit
by director 09 Mar '11

09 Mar '11

Good afternoon, Just taking a break before our state delegation meeting. This is your last chance to pass on any issues affected by federal legislation before I lobby to lawmakers on capitol hill tomorrow. Our major "ask" is that, under current hostile budget cutting, that our bike related initiatives retain or increase their funding. Safe Routes Recreational Trails Transportation Enhancements I'll have printed images representing what we've done with our TE money. Are there any issues affecting Morgantown that you think should be mentioned to the lawmakers? If you don't think what I'm doing is important I'd like to request that you buy me dinner when I get back so I can explain it to you :-) Thanks, Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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DA Article
by BikeMorgantown 09 Mar '11

09 Mar '11

William, As Chairman of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board and an instructor of the Confident City Cycling courses, as well as a local cyclist, please accept my gratitude for writing, "Bicycling is healthy, efficient and a good alternative to driving" that was published in the DA Sunday March 6, 2011: http://www.thedaonline.com/opinion/bicycling-is-healthy-efficient-and-a-goo… . I'm surprised we haven't actually met since your perspective is so in sync with mine. I especially want to thank you for calling attention to the Confident City Cycling courses. Where did you learn of them? The ad in the DA? Participation in the courses is much less than we would like. The Bicycle Board would appreciate any ideas for getting more people to take the courses. Please e-mail me or call me at the number below with your ideas. I'd also like to invite you to attend the Bicycle Board's regular monthly meetings. We meet the first Thursday of the month 6:30 - 8:30 pm in the Public Safety Center (corner Spruce & Walnut) Conference Room. I looked up your address in the WVU directory. I hope I got the right one. Another bond we may have is that I also have a Physics degree:) 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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Fwd: MD State Highway Administration ~ Your request for information re: "When Main Street is a State Highway"
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Mar '11

06 Mar '11

Roy, Bill, Damien, Maryland has a nice handbook, "When Main Street is a State Highway" that might make our job of realizing complete streets more efficient and effective. Attached is a PDF and I'll have a few paper copies. 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: Philip Troll <PTroll(a)sha.state.md.us> > Date: March 4, 2011 1:58:04 PM EST > To: "'frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Cc: Kirk McClelland <KMcClelland(a)sha.state.md.us>, Dennis German <DGerman(a)sha.state.md.us>, Lisa Choplin <LChoplin(a)sha.state.md.us>, Victor Barreira <VBarreira(a)sha.state.md.us>, Michael Jackson <mjackson3(a)mdot.state.md.us> > Subject: MD State Highway Administration ~ Your request for information re: "When Main Street is a State Highway" > > Good afternoon Mr. Gmeindl, > > Thank you for your kind words about the article in American Cyclist and your interest in the Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) publication, “When Main Street is a State Highway – Blending Function, Beauty and Identity – A Handbook for Communities and Designers.” It is a pleasure to share a copy with you and your colleagues on the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board for use and discussions with the Morgantown City Council, City Engineering, Traffic Commission, and WVDOH. > > The approach outlined in this handbook results from numerous case studies and several years of experimentation with community-oriented projects, extensive SHA staff give-and-take, and the contributions of many local communities and citizens' groups. As you requested, please consider three complimentary copies to be on their way to you, at the address listed below. Please confirm that this is the mailing address to use, or if you would like the other two copies sent to other addresses: > > Mr. Frank D. Gmeindl > Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board > LCI #1703 > 491 Wilson Avenue > Morgantown WV 26501 > > To ensure that the valuable information contained in the handbook is as accessible as possible, a PDF version is available on our website for immediate viewing and sharing. I’ve attached a copy of that PDF to this note for your use till the hard copies arrive and here is the link to where it is posted on SHA’s website: > > http://www.marylandroads.com/index.aspx?PageId=244. > > Thank you again for your interest in our publication. If you have any additional questions, comments or requests, please do not hesitate to contact me, or Mr. Dennis German, SHA's Division Chief for the Community Design Division at 1.888.228.5092, 410.545.8900 or, by email, at dgerman(a)sha.state.md.us . > > Ms. Lisa B. Choplin, SHA’s Division Chief for the Innovative Contracting Division, oversees SHA’s companion programs that define, advance and implement bicyclist and pedestrian safety and access initiatives. Ms. Choplin, can be reached at 1.888.228.5092, 410.545.8824 or, by email, at lchoplin(a)sha.state.md.us > > Best of luck and success with your discussions and efforts to enhance safety, > Philip Troll > Community Design Division > Maryland State Highway Administration > ptroll(a)sha.state.md.us > 410.545.8575 > > P Please consider the environment before printing this email > > LEGAL DISCLAIMER - The information contained in this communication (including any attachments) may be confidential and legally privileged. This email may not serve as a contractual agreement unless explicit written agreement for this purpose has been made. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, or copying of this communication or any of its contents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please re-send this communication to the sender indicating that it was received in error and delete the original message and any copy of it from your computer system.

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American Cyclist
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Mar '11

04 Mar '11

Bicycle Board Members, The most recent issue of LAB's bimonthly American Bicyclist magazine is all about bicycle friendly communities. It contains a wealth of information about states, cities, universities and business that have won bicycle friendly awards. Since some of you are not LAB members and so don't get the magazine, I got 10 additional copies from LAB. I wanted to distribute them at last night's meeting but they didn't arrive until today. I strongly encourage you to pick one up and read it. At a minimum, it will show you what can be done to improve the bicycle friendliness of our community. Please go to Wamsley cycles and tell Colin or Chip that you are a Bicycle Board member and they'll give you your copy of the American Bicyclist. 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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Getting a peak oil resolution for the city
by director 03 Mar '11

03 Mar '11

Good morning, Saw this article via Treehugger this morning, thought it had good suggestions for raising issues that will give bicycling more of the importance (and potentially funding) that it deserves for the upcoming problems it can solve and prevent. http://transitionculture.org/2011/02/28/ingredients-of-transition- peak-oil-resolutions/ -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Fear
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Mar '11

03 Mar '11

This interesting British paper, http://thinkingaboutcycling.wordpress.com/article-fear-of-cycling/ shows how fear may be the major obstacle that we must overcome but ironically, some of the things we're doing can actually create fear. Here are a couple quotations to whet your whistle. " three ways in which cycling is constructed as dangerous, and thus a contemporary fear of cycling is produced; road safety education, helmet promotion campaigns, and the increasing separation of cycling from motorised traffic. The irony, of course, is that these interventions are responses to a fear of cycling, clearly aimed at increasing cycling’s safety. But I will demonstrate how, contrary to intentions, each intervention actually tends to exacerbate fear of cycling, and sometimes literally invokes it in order to promote the ‘solution’. On education: "The transformation of streets for people into roads for cars, perhaps inevitably, produced death and injury. By 1936 concerns about the alarming rise in cyclist casualties had led to the idea of a cycling proficiency scheme, eventually adopted nationally in 1948 (CTC 2005). To stem the carnage, cyclists must be trained to deal with the new, dangerous conditions. But things could have been otherwise. A 1947 book by J. S. Dean, former Chairman of the Pedestrians’ Association, is instructive here. In his ‘study of the road deaths problem’, Murder Most Foul, Dean’s basic tenet is that, ‘as roads are only “dangerous” by virtue of being filled with heavy fast moving motor vehicles, by far the greatest burden of responsibility for avoiding crashes, deaths and injury on the roads should lie with the motorist’ (Peel n.d., 3). Yet road safety education concentrates not on the drivers of vehicles, but on those who they have the capacity to kill. Dean saw how placing responsibility for road danger on those outside of motorised vehicles might lead, by stealth, to placing of culpability on those groups, and Murder Most Foul is a tirade against the placing of responsibility for road accidents on children." Anybody want to discuss this or other related topics over beer at Jay's Thursday after the BB meeting? Frank

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bumper stickers
by Aira Loren Burkhart 03 Mar '11

03 Mar '11

Bumper Sticker slogan proposals: 1. "I share the road with bicycles." 2. "My other car is a bicycle." 3. "Please share the road." 4. Other?? Thanks, aira

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Fwd: Course participation
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Mar '11

03 Mar '11

Begin forwarded message: > From: Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org> > Date: March 3, 2011 12:41:20 AM EST > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Course participation > > See my response below each of your embedded questions and comments. > > On 2/10/2011 10:21 AM, Frank Gmeindl wrote: >> >> Jonathan, >> >> Your suggestion is innovative, rational and practicable. Please see my questions and comments embedded below. >> >> On Feb 10, 2011, at 4:54 AM, Jonathan Rosenbaum wrote: >> >>> I have read through this whole thread, and while I observe some good thinking going on, there really isn't anything earth-shattering about the approaches being discussed. Targeting businesses has been discussed in the past, but what I mostly hear being suggested is that we change our jingle. >>> >>> News alert. I don't think that we have failed in our marketing efforts at all. In fact, I think the results we are getting are typical for the particular media approaches we are employing. >>> >>> In general, it is pretty common for media marketing to produce very small percentage returns. While it's a great approach for large companies who are targeting large populations, it is probably not in the BB's best interest. I am sure all of you receive spam mail, and I suspect that 100% of you absolutely hate it or completely ignore it, but alas, probably about 0.00001% of people who do receive it become repeat customers which makes it a very lucrative business for its proprietors. But ironically, it also means none of you probably become the customers. These stats tend to be true with many types of media marketing. >>> >>> Lets do some numbers. Let's say we have a $70k budget and we spent about $25,000 last year, and Morgantown's MSA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) population is 118,506. Let's say 40 people took our course last year. That means, our costs were $625.00 per each individual, and our market penetration was 0.00034%. Note: I am guesstimating some of these numbers. >>> >>> Just for demonstration, let's say that after everything is said and done, we are paying $525.00 in marketing costs for each person we are bringing into our program What's wrong with this picture? A lot. >>> >>> Here is the solution I suggest. Let's employ a traditional sales approach. Initially, we will find people who are interested in marketing our program. >> >> What approach do you recommend to "find people who are interested in marketing our program" and who would implement your approach? From your writing below, it seems people that have completed TS101 or that have demonstrated that they know the material would qualify as marketers. I ask who would implement your approach because it won't happen unless somebody does it so the first job would seem to be to find somebody(s) that will take this on. > > A person who took the course should in theory be the best marketer if they can share their excitement, and inspiration with other people; we should reward them for making an effort in bringing new folks to the program. However, sales do take skills, and we shouldn't rely only on people who have taken the course to accomplish this task, but rather on people who have expressed an interest in marketing the program. These people could be located via help wanted ads, job agencies, WVU, etc. People who have responded to our marketing opportunity could be required to take the course to understand our product and/or they could be provided with a marketing kit. Ideally, we should find a sales manager who could establish what the best practices would be. The sales manager in turn would find and train sales associates. The sales manager would be commiserated for their work by receiving a percentage for each successful sale completed by a sales associate. It would behoove the Bicycle Board to initially find a person who would serve as a sales manager. A sales manager could be located via help wanted ads, job agencies, WVU, etc. First, I would suggest going to WVU, because a student may want to do this as part of a project or one of WVU's work-learning programs. Contracts will need to be drawn up. In the case of a Sales Manager contract I would recommend that they be required to train an assistant sales manager who would take over the Sales Manager's duties if the Sales Manger can't continue their duties. > >> >>> This is the fun part because we wouldn't have to pay them $525 for each person they successfully get to enroll in our program, we could pay them $50 or $35 or maybe even $25 for their effort. I could see this approach being really successful at WVU. First we would ditch offering free courses to WVU students. If you were a WVU student and you could make $600 by convincing 12 of your friends to enroll and successfully complete the course, wouldn't that motivate you to market our program? Yes! >> >> Do you mean that the City would pay our "marketers" $25 for each person that they got to sign up for the course? > > This payment would be a commission to the marketer for every person they bring into the program who successfully completes the course. The amount that a sales person would make per commission should be determined based on a cost analysis along with the expert advice of a sales manager (see earlier response). > >> >>> >>> Now here's a creative approach building on Aira's concept of raising our price. Let's raise the price to $100, but lets give our marketers coupons with their sales ID written on it. If their friend brings the coupon when they enroll, they will receive a 60% discount or maybe even a 100% discount! Once they complete the course we will offer them a sales ID which they can use to invite all their friends and associates. But, because good marketers aren't necessarily people who have taken our course, we could open up the marketing program to anyone who is a good marketer, i.e., we would interview them first, and if approved, hire them as an independent contractor and provide them with instructions on how we want our program presented to the public. >> >> Are you personally willing to manage this? >> > > No. > >>> >>> I say, let's get a good paid sales force because that's how the Bicycle Boards Education's 7,000,000 pennies from its Grant will be most effectively utilized to successfully build a large program that will produce a nice population of enthusiastic bicyclists. >>> >>> -Jonathan >>> >>> >>> Gunnar Shogren wrote: >>>> >>>> On Wed, Feb 9, 2011 at 8:46 PM, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Ya, we got Old, Young, Woman and Cantankerous. Frank and Gunnar can fight >>>>> over which 2 persona they are. >>>>> >>>>> I'm really liking the idea of getting word out to businesses. I'm thinking >>>>> it'll be a better bang for the buck, and also is probably less time spent by >>>>> BB members than working up a new commercial. As much as I'd love to be in a >>>>> 4th cycling commercial! >>>>> >>>>> I'm expecting that word of mouth will be the most powerful advertising once >>>>> a bunch of people have taken it. >>>>> >>>> >>>> Oh, and how do we get to this "bunch of people"? >>>> >>>> >>>>> -----Original Message----- >>>>> From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On >>>>> Behalf Of Elizabeth Shogren >>>>> Sent: Wednesday, February 09, 2011 8:15 PM >>>>> To: Alice Vernon >>>>> Cc: Jim Rye; chip wamsley; Elizabeth Shogren; Bicycle Board; Frank Gmeindl >>>>> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Course participation >>>>> >>>>> Thanks, Alice! >>>>> >>>>> I am thinking the commercial could "introduce" our LCI instructors. >>>>> Sometimes people are more apt to sign up for something if they can see >>>>> that it is not taught by some scary hard-core freak. Establish a >>>>> connection and all that... >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On second thought, this idea could backfire. HAHA!! Just kidding!!! >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On Wed, Feb 9, 2011 at 6:52 PM, Alice Vernon <vernon.mail(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> I think Betsy is right about the commercial and people not reading the >>>>>> paper. >>>>>> Alice >>>>>> >>>>>> On Wed, Feb 9, 2011 at 6:08 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> On Wed, Feb 9, 2011 at 5:59 PM, Elizabeth Shogren >>>>>>> <elizabeth.schauer(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> I say let's make another commercial! Tons of people saw our PSAs, >>>>>>>> while I am not so sure that many people actually read the newspaper >>>>>>>> that often (especially students and other active types). >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> And the commercial that Betsy is talking about is one that promotes >>>>>>> the CLASS and not just safe riding in general. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>> >>>>> >>>> >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>> >>> >> >

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poster quotes from mpb -- attached
by Aira Loren Burkhart 02 Mar '11

02 Mar '11

4 color front, one color back = $1950.00 per 2000 copies at 24" by 24" aira

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Agenda for this Thursday's BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Feb '11

28 Feb '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached a suggested agenda and read-aheads for our meeting this Thursday. Our agenda is very full so please come prepared. Frank

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American Bicyclist, Jan-Feb. issue
by Gunnar Shogren 28 Feb '11

28 Feb '11

Everyone should be reading a copy of this. Now. It's got gobs and gobs of useful information in it and for all aspects or our Es as well.

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Bicycle Facilities
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Feb '11

28 Feb '11

I love this video about bicycle facilities: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZwXlDNQa3c&feature=player_embedded . Thanks to John Allen for making it available in English. (It was made in Spain. The music is cool, too.) Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] Report to Traffic Commission
by Chip Wamsley 28 Feb '11

28 Feb '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2011 20:02:21 -0500 Frank, Looks good, the parking group needs to address the time limit issue, as we have only touched upon that and we also need to check with Tom Arnold about the stickers on the post with bike parking rules. Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > >Attached is a draft report that I propose to present to the Traffic Commission at next Wednesday's Traffic Commission meeting. Please reply if you wish any changes. > >Frank > >

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Morgantown Bicycling Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Feb '11

27 Feb '11

Current Bicycle Board Members, Thanks so much to Jim Rye for a tremendous effort reviewing version 06 of subject plan and conducting impressive research to correct errors in the plan and to provide better substantiation. I will maintain the plan in Dropbox at https://www.dropbox.com/home#:::29108896 . Frank

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Posters
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Feb '11

26 Feb '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please reply-all ASAP if you know some place that we should put a poster (attached) and business cards that would get people to take Confident City Cycling classes. If you have an idea AND have a contact at that place, would you take a poster and some business cards to them? If so, please let me know how I can get posters and business cards to you. Classes begin in less than 2 weeks so getting these out ASAP is crucial. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Emails from Gunnar
by Elizabeth Shogren 25 Feb '11

25 Feb '11

Yeah, don't click on any links gunnar sends, please. He's having some issues.

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Specially For You
by Gunnar Shogren 25 Feb '11

25 Feb '11

Check this offer, whenever u get a chance http://judgesjerky.com/home/info.html Hope u like it :)

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Papa Damien
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Feb '11

24 Feb '11

Bicycle Board Members, There's a rumor about that last week, a third child entered the Davis family. I wish I could report more details. Perhaps Damien will fill us in. Congratulations, Damien! Frank

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Report to Traffic Commission
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Feb '11

24 Feb '11

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a draft report that I propose to present to the Traffic Commission at next Wednesday's Traffic Commission meeting. Please reply if you wish any changes. Frank

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Bicycling Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Feb '11

24 Feb '11

Bicycle Board Members, City Councilman Don Spencer says. "We need to prepare as soon as possible a 5-year financial budget projection for the City Manager. This may be the way in which we get the items that were cut restored. Please put in the first year the resources necessary to complete the climbing lane, do the map, install SOME of the garage parking, as well as the bike ed match. For the second year we need to continue items, such as the garage parking, sharrows, street parking, etc. Also include along the way as you deem best, Share the Road signs, continued bike ed, bike-ped coordinator, bike month support, training for public safety personnel, etc. A five year progressive picture." By next Monday, I am going to try to flesh out the attached bicycling plan. Currently, I will try to spread it over a 5-year period and develop an annual budget, progressive for each of the five years. There are currently 72 "initiatives" or projects in the plan. Without any help, I can probably make a credible cost and schedule estimate for about 10 of them. So, first, I'm going to select the projects that I think are most important, or most attractive to those that review and approve the budget and work on them. I could probably do a lot better job if I had some help. RIght off, the following projects will probably be included: * Continued the Confident City Cycling education program through 2011 * Replacing in-line grates * Install Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane * Complete the bike route map including distribution * Some downtown bike lockers * Some signage * Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs (for 2012) Initiatives that I don't plan to work on unless I get some help include: * Trails or bike paths * Safe Routes to Schools * Cycling education in the schools * Enforcement (Our plan has 10 enforcement initiatives) * Encouragement such as Bike Month, encouraging employers, community celebrations * Bike-ped coordinator The plan that I think I can generate by next week will not address all the recommendations that LAB gave us in response to our 2007 Bicycle Friendly Community award application. (Also attached is a spreadsheet with the feedback and our status.) Terrence said he wants the Bronze award. If you'd like to do anything to help with the areas that I plan to address or if you'd like to take on one or more areas that I probably won't get to, please reply. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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FWD: National Bike Summit 2011 -- Acting on a Simple Solution - Issue 6
by director 23 Feb '11

23 Feb '11

Good morning I am making final preparations to attend the League's Bike Summit March 8-10. I'm forwarding the latest newsletter from the Summit in which they ask attendees to bring/send photos of local projects that have benefitted from transportation enhancement funds. For us that would include anything paid for by our TE grant over the past 3 years. I would like ask board members to get send me anything you'd like me to share with our lawmakers to show them they are getting value for their money when I meet with them on Thursday March 10. AND it's not too late for you to attend. Please consider doing so. As far as I know I will be the only person at the conference attending from our congressional district, and there's only one other person coming from WV. See the conference agenda for valuable seminars on becoming a more effective advocate. It's WAY worth attending. Thanks, Nick Hein ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: League of American Bicyclists <bikeleague(a)bikeleague.org> Reply-To: bikeleague(a)bikeleague.org Date: Tue, 22 Feb 2011 18:46:11 -0500 (EST) Having trouble viewing this email? Click here http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?llr=ah8attcab&v=001F21jA-5PI… You're receiving this email because of your relationship with League of American Bicyclists. Please confirm http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/c.jsp?llr=ah8attcab&t=1104620080710.… your continued interest in receiving email from us. You may unsubscribe http://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=un&m=001o4h6Q7X4dBlGjPW6Fq6b1w%3D%3… if you no longer wish to receive our emails. 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Ideally, every single person that is reading this newsletter will click "register [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=ah8attcab&et=1104620080710&s=7584&e=001iklgk5…]" now to show Congress how much cycling matters. Sincerely, Andy Clarke, President ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Summit Agenda's Standout Speakers and Sessions The Summit's agenda and keynote speakers are sure to appeal to all of our attendees interests and advocacy efforts. Highlighted speakers include: opening dinner keynote speaker U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=ah8attcab&et=1104620080710&s=7584&e=001iklgk5…]; opening general session keynotes Janette Sadik-Khan [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=ah8attcab&et=1104620080710&s=7584&e=001iklgk5…], Commissioner of the New York City, Department of Transportation, Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=ah8attcab&et=1104620080710&s=7584&e=001iklgk5…] and U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary, Ken Salazar [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=ah8attcab&et=1104620080710&s=7584&e=001iklgk5…]; luncheon Keynote Robin Schepper, Executive Director, First Lady's Let's Move Campaign [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=ah8attcab&et=1104620080710&s=7584&e=001iklgk5…]. Additionally, the agenda is packed with 18 breakout sessions for you to choose from. Check out the online program [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=ah8attcab&et=1104620080710&s=7584&e=001iklgk5…] for a detailed schedule. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ What to Know Before You Go - Policy Edition The upcoming March 2, 4pm EST webinar What to Know Before you Go - the Policy Edition is your last opportunity before the Summit to become familiar with key policy issues that will be discussed in your Congressional meetings. The webinar will cover issues for the 112th Congress, as well as effective messaging that will resonate with both new and returning members of Congress. Webinar: What to Know Before You Go - Policy Edition March 2, 4pm EST Register here [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=ah8attcab&et=1104620080710&s=7584&e=001iklgk5…]. Download the last webinar [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=ah8attcab&et=1104620080710&s=7584&e=001iklgk5…]: What to Know Before you go - Preparation ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Get Active Before the Summit - Attend Transportation Reauthorization Sessions House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman John Mica (R-FL) has announced a series of field hearings and listening sessions on the pending surface transportation reauthorization bill [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=ah8attcab&et=1104620080710&s=7584&e=001iklgk5…] (see map [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=ah8attcab&et=1104620080710&s=7584&e=001iklgk5…] of sessions). The meetings will be an opportunity to provide feedback to Chairman Mica and the T&I Committee Members as they are drafting the legislation. 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Very bad news
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 22 Feb '11

22 Feb '11

Bicycle Board, I just learned this sad news from the Rabbi of the Tree of Life Synagogue about one of our Board members: Paul Becker has died suddenly and unexpectedly. Our sympathies are with his family at this time. Arrangements are still incomplete; details will be provided at a later time. -Jonathan

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City 2011-2012 budget
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Feb '11

21 Feb '11

Bicycle Board Members, You can see subject budget at http://www.morgantown.com/budget-prop11-12.htm . Some highlights: Bike Education: $37,551 (this is to match the grant we have) Bike Lanes: $0 (marked down from $20,895 to $0) Bike Parking: $0 (marked down from $1,349 to $0) Compare this $37,551 with sidewalks. For 2011-2013, the budget contains $255,413 for sidewalks. Show me where I'm wrong but I think this reflects what we get when we don't have a comprehensive bicycling plan. See the sidewalk plan at Updated 8-13-10 (PDF version - 5 MB) Frank

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New ad
by Frank Gmeindl 18 Feb '11

18 Feb '11

Education Committee Members, Attached is the new newspaper ad that we developed Tuesday. Thanks to Gary Rodosta! Let me know what you think of it. We need to get this into the DP and DA ASAP and I expect it will take the City a little while to make the purchase. Classes begin March 5. 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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Bicyclist detection at new light at Mountaineer Station
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Feb '11

16 Feb '11

Jenny, Thank you for speaking out on behalf of bicyclists at tonight's city council meeting after Terry Hough announced without explanation that the new light at Mountaineer Station will not detect bicyclists. Please be aware that both the Traffic Commission and the MPO recommended that the light detect bicyclists. I do not know who made the decision to repudiate the Traffic Commission's and the MPO's recommendations. Perhaps Ms. Hough was speaking on behalf of the WVDOH. I am concerned that we're not talking with the right people or that those making the decisions don't understand what we're recommending. I understand that there will be some kind of detection mechanism, inductive or optical that determines whether a vehicle is waiting at the intersection. There are detectors that detect bicycles and there are detectors that do not detect bicycles. Our recommendation was simply to select a detector that detects bicycles as well as motor vehicles. The article at http://www.humantransport.org/bicycledriving/library/signals/detection.htm might help in selecting an inductive detector. As I explained at the Traffic Commission and MPO meetings, if the detector does not detect a bicyclist waiting at the red light, that forces the cyclist to wait forever or to run the light. Deliberately selecting a detector that does not recognize bicyclists when detectors are available that do detect bicyclists, especially if all other factors such as cost are similar, is tantamount to deliberately denying bicyclists their equal right to the road as granted by WV 17C-11-2. It also forces bicyclists to violate the law and puts them in greater peril than if the light were not installed. Mountaineer Station is often referred to as multi-modal. It has arguably the most wonderful bicycle parking facility in Morgantown. It is currently underutilized because cyclists don't know it's there, they don't know how to get into it and few have the skills to contend with the traffic to get to it. I should think we would want to make it easier for cyclists to use rather than erecting additional barriers to its use. Since you spoke out on cyclists' behalf tonight, will you get this message to the right people so that we can help them make informed decisions? Morgantown is only 5 miles across. If enough people rode their bicycles over that almost easy-to-ride distance, we wouldn't have the congestion that some city councilors say is Morgantown's biggest problem. 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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Allegheny Co, PA Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Feb '11

16 Feb '11

Bicycle Board Members, While you're reviewing the draft Morgantown Bicycle Plan, you might take a look at Allegheny County's Active Allegheny plan: http://www.activeallegheny.com/theplan.aspx . The Executive Summary and Chapter 2 are mostly relevant to bicycles. If you're at all familiar with Pgh, it's interesting to see how much they can do by just designating on-road bike routes and then where they plan bike lanes, shared-use paths, etc. Table 2-7 provides some unit cost info that we could use to estimate the cost of engineering initiatives in our plan. The article in the Pgh. Post Gazette: http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/11047/1125711-455.stm sets a context for the plan and says bicycle commuting in the city of Pittsburgh increased 206 percent from 2000 to 2009. If they can do it, we can do it... but not without a plan. Frank

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Education Committee Minutes
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Feb '11

15 Feb '11

Please excuse me. I attached the wrong file before. Now, the correct file is attached. Education Committee Members, Please find attached, minutes of our meeting today. Please let me know what I missed or misconstrued and I will correct it. Frank

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Education Committee Minutes
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Feb '11

15 Feb '11

Education Committee Members, Please find attached, minutes of our meeting today. Please let me know what I missed or misconstrued and I will correct it. Frank

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New Magazine about Bike Infrastructure and Mobility
by director 15 Feb '11

15 Feb '11

Good Morning, I got an unsolicited phone call this morning from the magazine described in this article. They're giving out free copies of the introductory issue so I asked for 5. I will pass them on to anyone interested when I get them, probably in about 2 weeks. http://www.bikebiz.com/news/read/launch-nears-for-global-mag-on-cycling-pol… If anyone else has further info about it please let me know - I'd like to know more about it and couldn't find any more than this on the web. They are planning an official unveiling at the Bike Summit Mar 8-10 which I'll be attending. Thanks, Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Re: [Bikeboard] Poster Ideas
by director 15 Feb '11

15 Feb '11

Good morning, I'd like to repeat a suggestion I made a few years ago, based on an idea I saw in use somewhere else. Slogan: "Share the Road with ME." Pictures show people who bike, on bikes - preferably in situations that people don't normally see bicyclists. Best to show celebrities like the mayor, city manager, radio/TV personalities - people that would get attention. Text of the poster could be directed at both cyclists and motorists like... "If you've thought of riding, give it a go. You'll be in good company. And if you're a motorist, remember that this is everybody's road - we can all get where we're going safely if we're considerate and careful." Hope this helps, Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Aira Loren Burkhart <airaloren(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, 11 Feb 2011 09:19:02 -0500 >I was thinking that these are "viral type" messages that could be the >headers on posters (not mainstream advertising). These are not the >slogan/tagline for the course, which we already decided on. The title and >tagline are definitely: "Confident City Cycling - Lose Your Fear and Learn >to Ride with Confidence". > >But I was trying to think of a poster campaign that would be eye catching >and provoke the viewer to lean in and look longer. If there were a few >different illustrations/messages, all pointing to the same course material, >it would be like a treasure hunt, where you might get excited to see the >next poster. > >Anyway, I was thinking about bands and other performances where a lot of the >crowd comes from people who see posters around town. > >it's just brainstorming. if we don't want to go in a particular direction, >that's fine. > >aira > >On Thu, Feb 10, 2011 at 8:21 PM, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> I was actually trying to suggest themes for the poster, or ideas to >> represent. >> >> >> >> Though, some of those slogans were pretty catchy; random quotes on the >> website? >> >> >> >> *From:* Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@gmail.com] >> *Sent:* Thursday, February 10, 2011 8:11 PM >> *To:* Ryan Post >> *Cc:* 'Aira Loren Burkhart'; 'Bicycle Board' >> >> *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] Poster Ideas >> >> >> >> I don't know where this is heading. I'm sure we're all aware that a >> successful poster will get the most people into the course. I admit, I do >> not know what poster would accomplish that. >> >> >> >> If it's only going to have a slogan such as those listed in this thread, >> I'd like to remind everyone that the "business card" (see attached) that we >> just made and into which many BB members put a lot of work has the slogan, >> "Lose Your Fear and Learn to Ride with Confidence". >> >> >> >> We also have the ad (see attached) that we ran in the newspaper that had >> the slogan, "Rediscover the Joy and Freedom of Riding Your Bicycle". If >> we're just going to have a slogan on the poster, that could be a poster as >> is. (I know Ryan, you don't like the kid.) >> >> >> >> Finally, we also have the first of the billboards (see attached) that has >> the slogan, "Same Roads, Same Rights, Same Rules". Perhaps that could be >> made into a poster even though it's purpose was more to be instructive than >> to attract viewers to sign up for training. Perhaps the poster could say, >> "Same Roads, Same Rights, Same Rules: Learn them! Sign up for Confident >> City Cycling" >> >> >> > > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Yike Bike, anyone?
by Chet Parsons 14 Feb '11

14 Feb '11

Just saw this. Chip, I think you should demo one at the shop. http://bcove.me/drbfp0ax

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inventions that experts said would never work
by John Lozier 12 Feb '11

12 Feb '11

*The Automobile* *“The ordinary “horseless carriage” is at present a luxury for the wealthy; and although its price will probably fall in the future, it will **never, of course, come into as common use* as the bicycle.”-- *Literary Digest, 1899. * If only that were true. But the *infernal* combustion engine shows no signs of slowing – in 2005, an estimated 53 million new cars hit the world’s streets, fuelling all sorts of problems<http://www.ecosalon.com/Food_Or_Fuel_An_Unique_Global_Challenge>. Happily, we’re fast rediscovering the bicycle<http://www.ecosalon.com/Cruel_Fuel_Prices_Breaking_The_Bank_It_s_the_Perfec…>and rethinking the automobile <http://www.ecosalon.com/The_Reva_G_Wiz_and_About_Time_Too>. http://www.alternet.org/story/149890/9_life-changing_inventions_the_experts… -- *John Lozier* Harmony and Community, Locally and Globally, through Harp Music<http://www.harpingforharmony.org>

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Fwd: We need People for Public Transit
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Feb '11

11 Feb '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please see message below. The photoshoot is 10 am - 5:30 pm. You can go anytime. If you were there for at least 1/2 hour, that would help out most. It would probably help also if you e-mailed marketing(a)busride.org to tell them when you plan to be there. I'm planning to go down around 10 am and then go for a ride afterward. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Maria Smith <MariaSmith(a)busride.org> > Date: February 11, 2011 2:06:31 PM EST > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: We need People for Public Transit > > Hi Frank, > > Mountain Line is holding a photoshoot next Wednesday (February 16) at the BOPARK side of the depot and we would like to get as many people involved as possible. Pictures will be taken in, on and around a bus. > > The pictures will be used to promote the different services Mountain Line provides through some marketing materials and to promote public transportation in general. > > We would love to have our bikers represented. No one can represent alternate forms of transportation like those who use it! > > I hope you will be able to pass this information around to anyone you feel may be interested. To create incentive we will be giving out iTunes and Gift cards throughout the day. > > It’s supposed to be nearly 50 degrees next Wednesday, so hopefully many riders will take that first ride of the “almost” spring season and come down and visit us! > > If anyone is interested please have them send me an e-mail with their name to marketing(a)busride.org. I’ll be able to organize it all better this way and cut down on any wait time. > > Thank you, > Maria > > > Maria Smith > Marketing Officer > Mountain Line Transit Authority > 420 DuPont Road • Morgantown • WV • 26501 > Marketing(a)busride.org • Ph: 304.296.3680 • Fx: 304.291.7429 > > Plan your trip with Mountain > Line using Google Maps. > > > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Poster Ideas
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Feb '11

11 Feb '11

I don't know where this is heading. I'm sure we're all aware that a successful poster will get the most people into the course. I admit, I do not know what poster would accomplish that. If it's only going to have a slogan such as those listed in this thread, I'd like to remind everyone that the "business card" (see attached) that we just made and into which many BB members put a lot of work has the slogan, "Lose Your Fear and Learn to Ride with Confidence". We also have the ad (see attached) that we ran in the newspaper that had the slogan, "Rediscover the Joy and Freedom of Riding Your Bicycle". If we're just going to have a slogan on the poster, that could be a poster as is. (I know Ryan, you don't like the kid.) Finally, we also have the first of the billboards (see attached) that has the slogan, "Same Roads, Same Rights, Same Rules". Perhaps that could be made into a poster even though it's purpose was more to be instructive than to attract viewers to sign up for training. Perhaps the poster could say, "Same Roads, Same Rights, Same Rules: Learn them! Sign up for Confident City Cycling" On Feb 10, 2011, at 4:43 PM, Ryan Post wrote: > Dang, I’m totally jealous of some member’s creative abilities. > > Might need to cleanup to be PC, but I like the implication. > 11) Closer parking than handicap. > > 15) Cheaper maintenance than cars. (Now Chip can be happier) > > From: Aira Loren Burkhart [mailto:airaloren@gmail.com] > Sent: Thursday, February 10, 2011 2:50 PM > To: Ryan Post > Cc: Bicycle Board > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Poster Ideas > > See inline comments with arrows for Aira's version of Ryan's slogans: > 1) Save time / your skin > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Get fit, get fast > 2) Sharing the road, not competing with cars. > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> > 3) Save money > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Save your health, increase your wealth > 4) Lose weight, get exercise, feel better è look good in euro cool spandex > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Cyclists are sexy. > 5) Save the environment > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> The air thanks you. > 6) Be cool, hip, role model for your kids to stop playing so many video games > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Cool parents raise cool kids > 7) You already have a bike! > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Your bicycle misses you. > 8) Making riding a family experience. > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Families that cycle together smile together. > 9) Ride with confidence, anywhere. > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> King of the Road > 10) Know your rights. > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> You have the right to ride. > 11) Don’t have to look for parking. > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Front door parking, every time. > 12) Burn more calories so you can eat more > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Cyclists get seconds. (would need to have a food related picture) > 13) Have fun in the rain/cold. Conquer hills. > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> You and are your bicycle make molehills out of mountains > 14) Ride more than someone else. > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> > 15) Do you own vehicle maintenance. > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Don't panic: you don't need a mechanic! (not sure the bike shops would like this) > 16) Commute, exercise, recreate, save money, save the environment AT THE SAME TIME > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> A little work, a lot of play, when you ride a bike, it's a beautiful day! > 17) (Isn’t there a government thing that pays like $20/month for people who bike to work?) > > > MISC: > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> My other workout partner is a bicycle. > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Poster Ideas
by Aira Loren Burkhart 10 Feb '11

10 Feb '11

> > See inline comments with arrows for Aira's version of Ryan's slogans: > > 1) Save time / your skin > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Get fit, get fast > 2) Sharing the road, not competing with cars. > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> > 3) Save money > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Save your health, increase your wealth > 4) Lose weight, get exercise, feel better è look good in euro cool > spandex > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Cyclists are sexy. > 5) Save the environment > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> The air thanks you. > 6) Be cool, hip, role model for your kids to stop playing so many > video games > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Cool parents raise cool kids > 7) You already have a bike! > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Your bicycle misses you. > 8) Making riding a family experience. > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Families that cycle together smile together. > 9) Ride with confidence, anywhere. > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> King of the Road > 10) Know your rights. > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> You have the right to ride. > 11) Don’t have to look for parking. > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Front door parking, every time. > 12) Burn more calories so you can eat more > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Cyclists get seconds. (would need to have a food related picture) > 13) Have fun in the rain/cold. Conquer hills. > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> You and are your bicycle make molehills out of mountains > 14) Ride more than someone else. > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> > 15) Do you own vehicle maintenance. > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Don't panic: you don't need a mechanic! (not sure the bike shops would like this) > 16) Commute, exercise, recreate, save money, save the environment AT THE > SAME TIME > >>>>>>>>>>>>>> A little work, a lot of play, when you ride a bike, it's a beautiful day! > 17) (Isn’t there a government thing that pays like $20/month for people > who bike to work?) > MISC: >>>>>>>>>>>>>> My other workout partner is a bicycle.

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Fwd: Course participation
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Feb '11

10 Feb '11

Begin forwarded message: > From: Alice Vernon <vernon.mail(a)gmail.com> > Date: February 10, 2011 1:46:10 PM EST > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Course participation > > I also like what Jonathan said and think one of Aira's artwork on a poster would be a good idea. > Alice > > On Thu, Feb 10, 2011 at 1:05 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > I think a poster would be valuable regardless of what else we do. > > Frank > > On Feb 10, 2011, at 10:46 AM, Aira Loren Burkhart wrote: > >> Agree that Jonathan's idea could be pretty cool. >> >> Would this constitute the marketing exclusively, or would we still want to do the posters, new bike purchase voucher thing? How would we balance these? >> >> aira >> >> On Thu, Feb 10, 2011 at 10:21 AM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> Jonathan, >> >> Your suggestion is innovative, rational and practicable. Please see my questions and comments embedded below. >> >> On Feb 10, 2011, at 4:54 AM, Jonathan Rosenbaum wrote: >> >>> I have read through this whole thread, and while I observe some good thinking going on, there really isn't anything earth-shattering about the approaches being discussed. Targeting businesses has been discussed in the past, but what I mostly hear being suggested is that we change our jingle. >>> >>> News alert. I don't think that we have failed in our marketing efforts at all. In fact, I think the results we are getting are typical for the particular media approaches we are employing. >>> >>> In general, it is pretty common for media marketing to produce very small percentage returns. While it's a great approach for large companies who are targeting large populations, it is probably not in the BB's best interest. I am sure all of you receive spam mail, and I suspect that 100% of you absolutely hate it or completely ignore it, but alas, probably about 0.00001% of people who do receive it become repeat customers which makes it a very lucrative business for its proprietors. But ironically, it also means none of you probably become the customers. These stats tend to be true with many types of media marketing. >>> >>> Lets do some numbers. Let's say we have a $70k budget and we spent about $25,000 last year, and Morgantown's MSA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) population is 118,506. Let's say 40 people took our course last year. That means, our costs were $625.00 per each individual, and our market penetration was 0.00034%. Note: I am guesstimating some of these numbers. >>> >>> Just for demonstration, let's say that after everything is said and done, we are paying $525.00 in marketing costs for each person we are bringing into our program What's wrong with this picture? A lot. >>> >>> Here is the solution I suggest. Let's employ a traditional sales approach. Initially, we will find people who are interested in marketing our program. >> >> What approach do you recommend to "find people who are interested in marketing our program" and who would implement your approach? From your writing below, it seems people that have completed TS101 or that have demonstrated that they know the material would qualify as marketers. I ask who would implement your approach because it won't happen unless somebody does it so the first job would seem to be to find somebody(s) that will take this on. >> >>> This is the fun part because we wouldn't have to pay them $525 for each person they successfully get to enroll in our program, we could pay them $50 or $35 or maybe even $25 for their effort. I could see this approach being really successful at WVU. First we would ditch offering free courses to WVU students. If you were a WVU student and you could make $600 by convincing 12 of your friends to enroll and successfully complete the course, wouldn't that motivate you to market our program? Yes! >> >> Do you mean that the City would pay our "marketers" $25 for each person that they got to sign up for the course? >> >>> >>> Now here's a creative approach building on Aira's concept of raising our price. Let's raise the price to $100, but lets give our marketers coupons with their sales ID written on it. If their friend brings the coupon when they enroll, they will receive a 60% discount or maybe even a 100% discount! Once they complete the course we will offer them a sales ID which they can use to invite all their friends and associates. But, because good marketers aren't necessarily people who have taken our course, we could open up the marketing program to anyone who is a good marketer, i.e., we would interview them first, and if approved, hire them as an independent contractor and provide them with instructions on how we want our program presented to the public. >> >> Are you personally willing to manage this? >> >>> >>> I say, let's get a good paid sales force because that's how the Bicycle Boards Education's 7,000,000 pennies from its Grant will be most effectively utilized to successfully build a large program that will produce a nice population of enthusiastic bicyclists. >>> >>> -Jonathan >>> >>> >>> Gunnar Shogren wrote: >>>> >>>> On Wed, Feb 9, 2011 at 8:46 PM, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Ya, we got Old, Young, Woman and Cantankerous. Frank and Gunnar can fight >>>>> over which 2 persona they are. >>>>> >>>>> I'm really liking the idea of getting word out to businesses. I'm thinking >>>>> it'll be a better bang for the buck, and also is probably less time spent by >>>>> BB members than working up a new commercial. As much as I'd love to be in a >>>>> 4th cycling commercial! >>>>> >>>>> I'm expecting that word of mouth will be the most powerful advertising once >>>>> a bunch of people have taken it. >>>>> >>>> Oh, and how do we get to this "bunch of people"? >>>> >>>> >>>>> -----Original Message----- >>>>> From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On >>>>> Behalf Of Elizabeth Shogren >>>>> Sent: Wednesday, February 09, 2011 8:15 PM >>>>> To: Alice Vernon >>>>> Cc: Jim Rye; chip wamsley; Elizabeth Shogren; Bicycle Board; Frank Gmeindl >>>>> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Course participation >>>>> >>>>> Thanks, Alice! >>>>> >>>>> I am thinking the commercial could "introduce" our LCI instructors. >>>>> Sometimes people are more apt to sign up for something if they can see >>>>> that it is not taught by some scary hard-core freak. Establish a >>>>> connection and all that... >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On second thought, this idea could backfire. HAHA!! Just kidding!!! >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On Wed, Feb 9, 2011 at 6:52 PM, Alice Vernon <vernon.mail(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> I think Betsy is right about the commercial and people not reading the >>>>>> paper. >>>>>> Alice >>>>>> >>>>>> On Wed, Feb 9, 2011 at 6:08 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> On Wed, Feb 9, 2011 at 5:59 PM, Elizabeth Shogren >>>>>>> <elizabeth.schauer(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> I say let's make another commercial! Tons of people saw our PSAs, >>>>>>>> while I am not so sure that many people actually read the newspaper >>>>>>>> that often (especially students and other active types). >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> And the commercial that Betsy is talking about is one that promotes >>>>>>> the CLASS and not just safe riding in general. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>> >>>>> >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>> >>> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Fwd: Buckle Up. It's the Law!
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Feb '11

10 Feb '11

Begin forwarded message: > From: Alice Vernon <vernon.mail(a)gmail.com> > Date: February 9, 2011 6:47:58 PM EST > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Buckle Up. It's the Law! > > I agree with and like the "Please, Share the Road", like the construction zones that say "Please slow down, my Mommy works here". It works because no one really wants to run over someone's Mom or really a cyclist but maybe they still want to send the message that they are not happy we are on the road making them wait to pass. > I think the "Buckle Up" works because people know they will get ticket for not using seat belts but most likely not for not sharing the road. It is too subjective. Motorist word against cyclist. Also, when pushed off the road or passed too close, how many of us really see and remember license plate and reports it? > Just my opinion. > Alice > > On Wed, Feb 9, 2011 at 2:06 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > After last week's BB meeting, Ben Scott pointed out to me that people don't seem to have any problem with "Buckle Up. It's the Law!" > > I wonder if some people find our bumper sticker, "Share the Road. It's the Law!" objectionable because consciously or sub-consciously, they do not believe that cyclists have the same rights as motorists. I wonder if these aren't the same cyclists who will move to the right edge of the road when it's not wide enough to be passed and crash in the ditch rather than to take their lawful place in the lane. What annoys me about such cyclists is that they're training motorists to expect other cyclists to do the same. For me, I'd like the bumper sticker to say, "Please, share the road. It's the law!" > > > Frank > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Course participation
by Chip Wamsley 10 Feb '11

10 Feb '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Date: Tue, 8 Feb 2011 15:52:54 -0500 Frank et al, I think the new business cards will be a help, 1) if bike board members hand them out to friends to direct them to the website to get the CCC class schedule--I'll be able to use lots at the shop 2) an 8 1/2 x 11 poster on heavier paper that could be put up at the bike shops, rec center, coop, moose, black bear, laundromats, around campus etc. . . to briefly describe course and drive people to the class--the same poster in slide form on the city TV channel should also work well. Chip >Education Committee members, > >The Mar - Sep 2010 courses are scheduled at http://bikemorgantown.com/calendar.php . Recommendations for getting people to attend? > >Ads in the Dominion Post and Daily Athenaeum might make sense although I'd say last year, the ad in the paper actually brought less than 4 participants. > >Other ideas? > >Frank

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Feb 3, 2011 Bike Board Meeting minutes
by jimrye_adelphia1＠comcast.net 09 Feb '11

09 Feb '11

Attached jimrye_adelphia1(a)comcast.net "The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Excellent video
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Feb '11

09 Feb '11

BB members, especially LCI, This: http://john-s-allen.com/blog/?p=2247 marvelous 1979 video of early Effective Cycling is entertaining, informative, comprehensive and concise and 25 minutes long. I hope you'll enjoy watching it as much as I did. Frank

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Buckle Up. It's the Law!
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Feb '11

09 Feb '11

After last week's BB meeting, Ben Scott pointed out to me that people don't seem to have any problem with "Buckle Up. It's the Law!" I wonder if some people find our bumper sticker, "Share the Road. It's the Law!" objectionable because consciously or sub-consciously, they do not believe that cyclists have the same rights as motorists. I wonder if these aren't the same cyclists who will move to the right edge of the road when it's not wide enough to be passed and crash in the ditch rather than to take their lawful place in the lane. What annoys me about such cyclists is that they're training motorists to expect other cyclists to do the same. For me, I'd like the bumper sticker to say, "Please, share the road. It's the law!" Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] Confident City Cycling Course participation March - September, 2011
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Feb '11

09 Feb '11

Dave/Jim, We're going to develop a flyer. I don't know when it will be done. Attached is the ad we had in the newspaper. All the info about the courses are at BikeMorgantown.com . Frank On Feb 9, 2011, at 8:21 AM, Harshbarger, Dave wrote: > Frank/Jim, > > Is there a flyer or ad for this upcoming course? I’d be happy to get the word out to our Health Sciences campus. > Thanks, > Dave > > > > Dave Harshbarger, MS > > Wellness Manager > > Ornish Program Director > > <image001.jpg> > > Health Sciences Campus WVU > > 304-598-4000 x73079 > > www.hsc.wvu.edu/wellness > > > > > > From: Jim Rye [mailto:Jim.Rye@mail.wvu.edu] > Sent: Tuesday, February 08, 2011 4:04 PM > To: Elizabeth Shogren; Don Spencer; Aira Loren Burkhart; chip wamsley; Frank Gmeindl; Gunnar Shogren; Ryan Post; Hugh Kierig; Paul Becker; Marilyn Newcome; chip(a)wamsleycycles.com > Cc: Kimberly Zaph; Harshbarger, Dave > Subject: Re: Confident City Cycling Course participation March - September, 2011 > > > I'd continue those ads plus notify Wellness coordinators at major employers (for WVU, I have cc:ed Kimberly Zaph and Dave Harshbarger) > > James A. Rye > West Virginia University > Educational Theory and Practice > PO Box 6122 > 604 Allen Hall > Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 > jim.rye(a)mail.wvu.edu > Phone: (304) 293-4416 > Fax: (304) 293-3802 > > > > >>> Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> 2/8/2011 3:52 PM >>> > Education Committee members, > > The Mar - Sep 2010 courses are scheduled at http://bikemorgantown.com/calendar.php . Recommendations for getting people to attend? > > Ads in the Dominion Post and Daily Athenaeum might make sense although I'd say last year, the ad in the paper actually brought less than 4 participants. > > Other ideas? > > Frank > > > Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution 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] Course participation
by Chip Wamsley 08 Feb '11

08 Feb '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Aira Loren Burkhart <airaloren(a)gmail.com> Date: Tue, 8 Feb 2011 17:35:32 -0500 I agree with Aira, putting a value on the course is important and if people pay, they will show up. I think we are already requiring folks to pay first, and then complete the course to get money back--correct? Chip >I know this will sound funny, but maybe this course should cost more? > >(I'm just brainstorming, so you might disagree) > >There is definitely a psychology to pricing and making the course free/very >cheap might be making it seem like it's not an important class or like the >content is low quality or something. > >Maybe the course should be advertised as costing $100 or another high number >*more similar to classes people pay to take*, like dancing, or music, or art >classes? Charging a lot might make it seem exclusive and legitimize the >course content. > >I think people pay more attention and have better attendance when they have >already committed their money to something. They have to then "get their >money's worth" by working hard and focusing. People sell out expensive rock >concerts but you can't expect to "pack the park" for a free community >concert. And that's because it's free, not because the content is different. > >Is this making sense to anyone else? > >"You get what you pay for" and so far, no one is getting [from us] what they >aren't paying for, right? > >So, let's charge a lot for it and see if people would prefer to pay to play. > >aira > >On Tue, Feb 8, 2011 at 5:16 PM, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> wrote: > >> ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- >> From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> >> Date: Tue, 8 Feb 2011 15:52:54 -0500 >> >> Frank et al, >> >> I think the new business cards will be a help, 1) if bike board members >> hand them out to friends to direct them to the website to get the CCC class >> schedule--I'll be able to use lots at the shop 2) an 8 1/2 x 11 poster on >> heavier paper that could be put up at the bike shops, rec center, coop, >> moose, black bear, laundromats, around campus etc. . . to briefly describe >> course and drive people to the class--the same poster in slide form on the >> city TV channel should also work well. >> >> Chip >> >> >Education Committee members, >> > >> >The Mar - Sep 2010 courses are scheduled at >> http://bikemorgantown.com/calendar.php . Recommendations for getting >> people to attend? >> > >> >Ads in the Dominion Post and Daily Athenaeum might make sense although I'd >> say last year, the ad in the paper actually brought less than 4 >> participants. >> > >> >Other ideas? >> > >> >Frank >> > >

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Course participation
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Feb '11

08 Feb '11

Education Committee members, The Mar - Sep 2010 courses are scheduled at http://bikemorgantown.com/calendar.php . Recommendations for getting people to attend? Ads in the Dominion Post and Daily Athenaeum might make sense although I'd say last year, the ad in the paper actually brought less than 4 participants. Other ideas? Frank

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Damon's email
by Alice Vernon 08 Feb '11

08 Feb '11

I am having trouble finding Damon's email address to inquire about the exact amount of signage allowable by the city and state on the bike routes. Also, Gunnar can you do some driving around this week to mark up signs on the map? It is hard to do alone. Thanks Alice

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Wouldn't it be nice?
by Gunnar Shogren 05 Feb '11

05 Feb '11

Just got done w/ a 8 mile walk around town and beyond. Shame, shame, shame that sidewalks aren't everywhere and over in the wharf district what idiots came up w/ the grand idea of putting those big electrical "things" right ON the sidewalk. Talk about discouraging walking. They're about as bad as the tree "curbs" that crowd the sidewalks in downtown Anyway, saw this web page on an LCI post- http://dynamiccycling.blogspot.com/ Sounds pleasant. Ok, I'm just gonna have a beer now.

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request to Jonathon Rosenbaum to add individual to BB listserv
by jimrye_adelphia1＠comcast.net 05 Feb '11

05 Feb '11

Jonathon: Please add Brandon Crawford ( bcrawfor(a)mix.wvu.edu ) to listserv. Thanks. jimrye_adelphia1(a)comcast.net "The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson jimrye_adelphia1(a)comcast.net "The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Budget and plan
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Feb '11

04 Feb '11

Bicycle Board Members, Thank you for reading the Comprehensive Bicycling Plan last night and for your recommendations for its improvement. Attached is a budget request that Don submitted to Terrence Moore, City Manager this week. Don, Chip, gunnar and I created that budget in approximately 15 minutes. I would very much have preferred to submit a budget that was clearly based on a responsible plan. I believe that there will never be a sufficient budget to support all the things that we would like to see done if we don't have a plan. Please finish reading the Comprehensive Bicycling Plan and give me any comments or recommendations in whatever way is convenient for you. I will work your recommendations and put them into a new version. Our lively discussions last night as we reviewed the plan were wonderful, fun and productive. I wish we could continue such discussions through the whole plan but I recognize we all have other priorities. At least, if I can knead all of your recommendations into one document, we will have a plan that is ours and that we can promote through the channels. Thanks to Jason Jeffries, Labyrinth has generously provided us a document management system. In the next few days, I'll set it up for us to use. It enables us to check out the plan, make changes to it, track the changes and check it in so we can keep track of change and versions. I will send you another message with your username and password once I get it set up. Today, the roads are dry and clear. I hope we all get out to ride. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bicycles in Morgantown
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Feb '11

03 Feb '11

Ben, I forwarded your message to the Bicycle Board and invited them to contact you if they want to be interviewed. Don Dickerson is no longer a member of the Bicycle Board. Gunnar Shogren is now Vice Chairman. I will try to answer your questions. Please see my responses embedded below. On Feb 3, 2011, at 1:16 PM, Benjamin Scott wrote: > Thank you for your help Mr. Gmeindl. > Some questions I have are: > How many people riding bikes do you think it would take to reduce traffic in Morgantown to a steadier flow? This is a tough question to answer quantitatively. Morgantown's traffic jams are a result of there being too many motor vehicles on Morgantown's roads. The solution to the traffic problem is to reduce the number of motor vehicles. Alternatives are bicycling, walking, public transit (including PRT and Mountain Line) and carpooling. Every person that chooses one of these alternatives takes a step toward reducing Morgantown traffic congestion. To get people to choose one of these alternatives over their private car, these alternatives must be made more attractive. People that want to walk need sidewalks. People that want to ride bikes need bicycling to be safe and convenient. People who want to use public transit need to have buses or PRT cars available when and where they need them. Morgantown's emphasis has always been on making private motoring as fast and convenient as possible, often at the expense of alternatives. Perhaps it's time to focus on making the alternatives more attractive. > Also, are there any programs or advertisements promoting bike riding over driving? The Bicycle Board is an all volunteer group that is trying to make Morgantown a more attractive place to bicycle. I've attached a report of our 2010 accomplishments. You might find some useful info in there. Feel free to plagiarize;) > Are there road maps that show where bikes are allowed to be on the road? Except for the interstate highway, bicycles are allowed on every road. Obviously, some roads are more pleasant to ride on than others. The Bicycle Board is developing a bike route map for Morgantown. I've attached a rough draft. It represents routes that local bicyclists frequently use to get around town. You'll also notice that sections of the route are color coded: Green = Pleasant; Blue = OK; Brown = Scary; Red = Dangerous. The Bicycle Board is working first to change the red sections by getting the City or State to erect Share the Road signs on them. We're also developing a signage plan to mark the routes. > What are some benefits for riding a bike instead of driving? In a more bicycle-friendly Morgantown, residents will enjoy reduced congestion, greater transportation efficiency, better community health and wellbeing, an improved physical environment, and a more prosperous local economy. For most Morgantown residents, the private motor vehicle is perceived to be the only practical transportation option. Morgantown’s hilly environment naturally makes bicycling and walking challenging. Our narrow roads, heavy traffic and ignorance of bicyclists’ rights and duties make bicycling terrifying to any but the most experienced, fit and intrepid cyclists. To get more Morgantown residents to use bicycles rather than private motor vehicles, we must make bicycling safer and more personally satisfying than driving the car, at least for some trips. Reduced Congestion One car takes up more space than 6 bicycles. The next time you’re stuck in a traffic jam, look around and imagine if all the cars disappeared leaving only their occupants. Where’s the congestion? [1] Of course, bicycles usually travel slower than motor vehicles so to take advantage of the reduced congestion that bicycling offers, the infrastructure must accommodate the speed differences with no compromise in safety or convenience for either traveler.[2] Greater Transportation Efficiency · Bicycling is the most energy efficient mode of transportation and generates practically no pollution. Bicyclists get approximately 700 mpg [FG3]gasoline equivalent if their food energy is converted to equivalent gallons of gasoline[1]. · Cycling is often the fastest mode of transportation for trips less than 3 miles in urban cores. More than 50% of trips in urban areas are less than 3 miles.[2] (Morgantown is only 5 miles across.) · Bicycles take up less valuable real estate both while traveling and parked. Ten bicycles can be parked in the space required for a single automobile. The cost of a typical car parking space in a parking structure can be up to[5] $10,000 compared to $300 to manufacture and install a post-and-ring bike stand accommodating two bicycles, or $1,000 for a high security bicycle locker.[7] · The addition of a through traffic lane on an existing road costs from $350,000 to $500,000 per kilometre to design and construct in Toronto. This widening would provide an additional roadway capacity of 800 vehicles per hour. By comparison, the costs associated with the addition of a single 5 ft. bike lane, which can accommodate approximately 2,000 trips per hour, can range from $5,000 to $10,000 for a simple restriping, or from $35,000 to $150,000 per kilometre where a road widening is required. · In 2009, Monongalia County spent $2,600,000 busing 8,500 children to school. The average distance bused to school was 1 mile.[3] $2,600,00 could stripe 52 miles of bike lanes.[4] Better Community Health and Well-being · Bicycling can mitigate our obesity epidemic. Nationally, from 1969 to 2004, childhood obesity increased from 10% to 40% while walking or bicycling to school decreased from 90% to 48%.[5] Since West Virginia has one of the highest obesity rates in the U. S., the situation in WV is probably worse. · Cycling contributes to personal health by enhancing fitness and providing an enjoyable, convenient and affordable means of exercise and recreation. The most effective fitness routines are moderate in intensity, individualized and incorporated into our daily activities. Cycling and walking can accomplish this while also providing mobility. · Cycling can eliminate road rage and increase civility among community members. The freedom from entrapment in a vehicle, higher intimacy with the natural environment and other travelers and the feeling of satisfaction of getting around on one’s own power improves the cyclist’s general attitude.[9] · Most Americans are physically inactive, resulting in billions of dollars of direct health care costs. Increased physical activity, such as walking and cycling, can reduce the risk of coronary heart disease and the cost of medical care, decrease workplace absenteeism and maintain the independence of older adults. · Cycling provides access and transportation to segments of the population who would not otherwise be able to travel independently including those who: o Cannot or choose not to own a motor vehicle; o Do not have access to a motor vehicle when needed; o Cannot or choose not to use public transportation. · A forthcoming review article demonstrates significantly higher levels of health and fitness were associated with bike commuting. (Scandinavian Journal of Health Promotion, 2011) Improved Physical Environment · Bicycling reduces air pollution, reduces the exhaust dirt that sullies our houses, buildings and infrastructure, and frees up valuable space that could be used for other more productive and attractive applications. · Bicycling can most easily replace 1-5 mile motor-vehicle trips that are the least fuel-efficient and generate the most pollution per mile. · Replacing auto trips with bicycling mitigates ozone depletion, the greenhouse effect, ground-level air pollution, photochemical smog, acid rain and noise pollution. More Prosperous Local Economy · Bicycling accommodations increase property values, business revenue and jobs.[6][13] · Bicycle friendly communities attract educated highly paid residents and visitors that contribute to the local economy. · Since bicycles take up less space, a significant shift in transportation from motorized to bicycling frees space for other more productive uses. For example, automobile parking currently occupies approximately[15] 15%of valuable land within Morgantown.[7] As a business person, which would you prefer to own, Ruby Memorial Hospital or its parking lot that occupies approximately the same area? [1] Cycling at a rate of 11 mph expends approximately 6 kcal/kg-body-weight/hr a. A 180 lb (81.8 kg) adult cycling at 11 mph for 1 hour would expend 6 kcal/kg/hr * 81.8 kg = 491 kcal. Therefore, 491 kcal/11 miles = 44.6 kcal/mile. One gallon of gasoline contains approximately 31,000 kcal. So, cyclist’s gasoline-equivalent mileage is 31,000 kcal / 44.6 kcal/mile = 695 miles. a http://prevention.sph.sc.edu/tools/compendium.htm [2] U.S. National Bicycle and Walking Study, 1994 [3] The Dominion Post, Sep. 7, 2009 p.1-A [4] Based on maximum of $50,000/mile estimated cost from Bikesafe: Bicycle Countermeasure Selection System, Federal Highway Administration, FHWA-SA-05-006, May 2006, p. 27. [5] http://www.cdc.gov/Features/WalkToSchool/ [6] 11% higher home value near bike facilities – Indianapolis · $133 Billion/year revenue; 1.1 Million jobs – U. S. · $ 1 Billion/year revenue; 1,231 jobs – Colorado · $556 Million/ year revenue; 3,418 jobs –Wisconsin · $60 Million/year revenue; 1,440 jobs on $6.7 Million investment – Outer Banks · $181 Million/year revenue; 2,800 jobs from La Route Verte bike route; bike tourists spend 26% more than other tourists – Quebec Source: Flusche, Darren, The Economic Benefits of Bicycle Infrastructure Investments, League of American Bicyclists, June 2009, http://www.bikeleague.org/resources/reports/report_economics.php [7] On-street and parking garages. > Are there any plans to promoting future bicycle use? The Bicycle Board is working on a Comprehensive Bicycling Plan. It is too pre-mature to release to you now. We'll discuss it tonight. > What kind of bike would you recommend for a beginner bicycle rider to get around Morgantown safely and quickly? One that fits and has a wide range of gears. > Where is the best place to ride a bike in Morgantown? This depends on where you want to go and your level of education, experience and skill. Morgantown's rail trails are very popular but don't go everywhere that the roads go. See the green and blue sections of the attached bike route map. Unfortunately, if you want to go across town or through town to get out of town, some riding on the brown sections and maybe even a little on the red sections. May be necessary. Taking the Confident City Cycling Traffic Skills 101 class http://bikemorgantown.com/courses.php will enable you to ride anywhere, any time for any reason. > Are there any bicycle clubs or groups in Morgantown and how would someone get in contact with them? Yes, WVU Cycling Club, http://www.wvucycling.com/ ; Monongalia Bicycle Club, http://groups.google.com/group/monbikeclub?lnk=srg&hl=en and Country Roads Cyclists http://groups.google.com/group/CRcyclists?lnk=srg&hl=en. > > Answers to these questions will greatly shorten the interview. Also, our teacher would like us to multiple sources for our story. Do you have the contact information for Don Dickerson the Vice Chairman for the bicycle board? Thank you again for your time. > > > Ben Scott > > > > > On 02/03/11, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >> Ben, >> >> >> I'm glad you're doing this and I'd like to help. I'm usually somewhat burned out at the end of the Bicycle Board meetings but I'll do what I can. Perhaps if you already have questions that you're planning to ask, I could write you some answers. That might shorten the interview. >> >> >> >> 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 >> >> >> >> On Feb 3, 2011, at 12:05 PM, Benjamin Scott wrote: >> >>> Hello Sir, >>> my name is Ben Scott and I am a journalism student at WVU. I am writing a story for class on how bicycles could help reduce the traffic problems of Morgantown. I will be attending tonight's Morgantown Bicycle Board and I was hoping I could get an interview with you either after the meeting or even sometime tomorrow. Also I would like to ask if you could supply me with contact information for any of the other board members. Thank you so much for your time and your help would be greatly appreciated. >>> >>> Ben Scott >>

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Fwd: questions for the bike board
by Aira Loren Burkhart 03 Feb '11

03 Feb '11

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Benjamin Scott <bscott14(a)mix.wvu.edu> Date: Thu, Feb 3, 2011 at 1:31 PM Subject: Re: questions for the bike board To: Aira Loren Burkhart <airaloren(a)gmail.com> Sure thing. Here are the questions I have so far: How many people riding bikes do you think it would take to reduce traffic in Morgantown to a steadier flow? Also, are there any programs or advertisements promoting bike riding over driving? Are there road maps that show where bikes are allowed to be on the road? What are some benefits for riding a bike instead of driving? Are there any plans to promoting future bicycle use? What kind of bike would you recommend for a beginner bicycle rider to get around Morgantown safely and quickly? Where is the best place to ride a bike in Morgantown? Are there any bicycle clubs or groups in Morgantown and how would someone get in contact with them? Thank you for your time. Ben Scott On 02/03/11, *Aira Loren Burkhart * <airaloren(a)gmail.com> wrote: Ben, Can you provide a list of questions you will be asking? Thank you, Aira Burkhart Morgantown Bicycle Board

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Want to be interviewed?
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Feb '11

03 Feb '11

Bicycle Board Members, If you are willing to be interviewed, please contact Ben. I did not give him any contact info as he requested. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Benjamin Scott <bscott14(a)mix.wvu.edu> > Date: February 3, 2011 12:05:30 PM EST > To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > Subject: Bicycles in Morgantown > > Hello Sir, > my name is Ben Scott and I am a journalism student at WVU. I am writing a story for class on how bicycles could help reduce the traffic problems of Morgantown. I will be attending tonight's Morgantown Bicycle Board and I was hoping I could get an interview with you either after the meeting or even sometime tomorrow. Also I would like to ask if you could supply me with contact information for any of the other board members. Thank you so much for your time and your help would be greatly appreciated. > > Ben Scott

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Zerbe steps down
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Feb '11

03 Feb '11

Bicycle Board Members, Apparently, Jon Zerbe wants to resign from the Bicycle Board. He is WVU Cycling Club rep. Any ideas for replacing him? Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: February 2, 2011 11:37:09 AM EST > To: Jonathan Zerbe <jzerbe(a)mix.wvu.edu> > Subject: Re: Bicycle Board > > Jonathan, > > I'm glad I sent you the message below and thanks for your reply. Your reply prompted me to look at the subscriber list for bikeboard(a)cheat.org, the alias for all Bicycle Board members and your address isn't on it. Our mistake. > > If I understand your message, you are resigning from the Bicycle Board. I also understand that you are resigning because you have other things to do that will take up all your time and they are of higher priority to you than serving on the Bicycle Board. I must say that I do not know what the bike safe campus initiative is but I must wonder if your being on the Bicycle Board could result in a collaborative effort that could accomplish both the University's objectives for the program and the Bicycle Board's objectives with less work for you. > > I realize that the Bicycle Board has not done an adequate job of "selling" the Bicycle Board to the WVU Cycling Club. Before you bow out and we lose all contact with the Club, I would like to ask you to arrange for me to address the Club sometime soon. Would you do that? > > Finally, may I have your permission to copy this message including your message to the Bicycle Board? I would like to be able to do it today since we're meeting tomorrow and I'd like to discuss it with the Board at 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 > > > > On Feb 2, 2011, at 11:12 AM, Jonathan Zerbe wrote: > >> Hey Frank, sorry for the late reply. I actually haven't received an agenda since May. No worries though. I talked it over with the bike team and although we want to be in good standing with the community, but I don't think we have anyone else that wants to take my place in the bike board. I'm trying to propose my Master's thesis this semester, and it's not the time spent at the meeting I'm worried about, it's getting put in an extra project - like the bike safe campus initiative. The university could apply and hope for the best, or I could end up becoming the volunteer Bicycle Program Manager (which the program suggests you have). I'm afraid I just don't need another distraction. Unfortunately, since the team members are either new to the team or officers trying to rebuild the team, I don't think I or anyone else from the team is interested in serving on the bike board. We appreciate the opportunity you have given us, and I hope my negligence doesn't reflect poorly on the team as a whole. If there's any future projects that you need volunteers for a day, please inform the team and we will help out as best we can. I wish you and the board the best of luck. >> >> Jon Zerbe >> >> On 01/10/11, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: >>> >>> Jon, >>> >>> >>> We missed you at last Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting. Did you receive the agenda and minutes that I sent 12/31? >>> >>> If you knew about the meeting, I would have appreciated your notifying me if you were not going to attend. We wasted valuable time waiting for you. >>> >>> What are your plans for participating on the Bicycle Board? I would like to see the WVU Cycling Club involved in Bicycle Board plans. >>> >>> Also, I must provide the City your surface mail address. Is it >>> 417 Beaver Ave >>> Morgantown, WV, 26505 ? >>> >>> Frank >>> >

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Request by Oregon to see how states handle bicycle registration
by director 03 Feb '11

03 Feb '11

Good morning, Thought I would forward this message I received from another list regarding bike licensing. I know the subject has come up locally from time to time. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "YIP Julie A" <Julie.A.YIP(a)odot.state.or.us> Reply-To: "YIP Julie A" <Julie.A.YIP(a)odot.state.or.us> Date: Fri, 28 Jan 2011 17:08:06 -0800 > Happy Friday. > I'm reporting back on what I've learned from responses to my query > about whether any states have done a feasibility study on issuance of > bicycle licenses, and if there were licensing programs and if so, use > of fees, if any. > > A newly introduced bill in Oregon would require Oregon DOT to conduct > such a study to determine whether a voluntary or mandatory licensing > system could work to the advantage of bicyclists for tracing stolen or > lost bicycles, using fees for bike infrastructure, or for using > information for planning. > > 1) I did not receive any leads on studies done by states regarding the > feasibility of bicycle licensing. > > 2) Some states had looked into bicycle licensing, such as Vermont and > Indiana, without resulting in a licensing program. Concerns mentioned > were the difficulties of enforcement and administration of the program > balanced against limited financial benefits. Vermont has bicycle > tourists from Canada and other states and there could be negative > impacts from required licensing. New Hampshire had "floated the idea > of a fee on canoes, kayaks and other non-motorized boats" with no > resulting licensing of boats (or bikes). > > Minnesota had a state law (1980's) requiring bicycle licensing but it > was repealed in 2005 "after the administrative costs of the program > were more than the proceeds." While it was in effect, Minnesota had a > mandatory bike licensing program but cities may have had option to opt > out. The proceeds were put into an account for the MN bicycle safety > programs. > > 3) While I did not find current STATE bicycle licensing programs, > there are bicycle licensing programs at the local level in many > states. Missoula, MT, has mandatory registration through city > ordinance. Purpose for registration is ability to identify a lost or > injured child. Dealers are required to inform purchasers of the city > requirement. Fees maintain administration of the program. > > Jeff Peel, of the League of American Bicyclists, provided information > that the League had collected through a survey of its top bicycle > friendly communities. It appears from the survey that fees collected > from the local agency registration programs go towards general city > funds or towards management of the registration program. You can > contact him about his survey at Jeff(a)bikeleague.org . > > Some respondents directed me towards the National Bike Registry, as > one of the Oregon bill's stated advantages to be studied was the > ability to trace stolen or lost bicycles. The National Bike Registry's > website states it is "the only true national database." > http://www.nationalbikeregistry.com/ > > Jeff Peel cited the example of Colorado Springs, CO, which has had a > $4 excise tax since 1988, on new bike purchase w/ 14" wheels. > Retailers pay proceeds quarterly to City. Fees go toward extensive > bikeway system. The City worked with retailers before imposing tax. > This program has raised over $2M in last 20 years. > > Thanks to all who sent responses. I even was alerted to a timely radio > interview of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia's Advocacy > Director, John Boyle, by conservative talk show host Katherine > Albrecht! > > This information is extremely useful background for us moving forward > in the Oregon legislative session. > > > Julie Yip > ODOT Transportation Safety Division > 235 Union St. NE > Salem, OR 97301 > (503) 986-4196 (direct) > (503) 986-3143 (fax) > julie.a.yip(a)odot.state.or.us > > --- Note: If you want to send an email to the entire list serve of more than 300 subscribers, please send your message to saferoutestoschool(a)saferoutes.listserve.us. To UNSUBSCRIBE from this list serve or UPDATE your account, please visit http://saferoutes.listserve.us/cgi-bin/lyris.pl Please send questions or comments regarding your list serve subscription to info(a)saferoutespartnership.org. -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Report to Traffic Commission
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Feb '11

01 Feb '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please review the attached draft report to the Traffic Commission and reply with recommendations for its improvement or your concurrence. I need to submit this to the Traffic Commission secretary this Thursday. (The TC meeting rescheduled its regular meeting from this Wednesday to next Wednesday.) Frank

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Fwd: Grumbein's Island meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Feb '11

01 Feb '11

Bicycle Board Members, Any ideas for improving Grumbein's Island for cycists? Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > Date: January 28, 2011 2:15:48 PM EST > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jon Bond <jbond3(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Chuck Coole <ccoole(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Dave Harshbarger <harshbargerd(a)wvuh.com>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)verizon.net>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Jon Miltenberger <kokiri4ever(a)msn.com>, Jennifer Noori <thenoorinater(a)gmail.com>, Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Grumbein's Island meeting > > Fellow pedestrian advocates. I have been invited to attend a meeting with many constituencies to discuss the future of Grumbein's Island (pedestrian area in front of Mountainlair) next Friday at 10:00 AM. The invitees include: > Terry Hough - City > Don Spencer - City > Roy Nutter - City > Christaan Abildso - City > Bryan Radabaugh - State > Alanna Slack - State > Perry Keller - State > Bill Austin - Mgtn/Mon MPO > Rick Colebank - Alpha Assoc > Chuck Branch - Alpha Assoc > Charlie Luttrell - Alpha Assoc > Rob Moyer - WVU > Nelson France - WVU Student > Bob Merow - WVU > Hugh Kierig - WVU > > Please submit any suggestions prior to that meeting. Frank, I could especially use some bicycle design ideas for that area (I've also requested that you be invited). > Best, > Christiaan > > Walk more, safely > > > Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > > Christiaan Abildso, Chair > > Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > > http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > >

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Agenda for this Thursday's meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 31 Jan '11

31 Jan '11

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, a suggested agenda for this Thursday's regular monthly Bicycle Board meeting. If you have any questions, comments or suggested changes to the agenda, please contact me. 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: Grumbein's Island meeting
by Chip Wamsley 28 Jan '11

28 Jan '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Ryan Post" <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:17:52 -0500 I heard that they considered lowering the road, virtually turning it into a tunnel by putting a deck on top to create a pedestrian mall where the road is now, but there were too many utilities and possibly the steam tunnels to deal with. Instead they built the bridge from the B&E building over to Oglebay, which still doesn't alleviate the ped traffic at Grumbeins. Before the last revamp of the area in the late 80's there was talk of closing Univ Ave in front of the Mountainlair from the intersection of College Ave to the intersection of Prospect Street. Through traffic would probably adjust, although there were fears of more congestion on Beechurst and Main Street Morgaqntown was concerned it would cut off traffic to the downtown, affecting its viability. Chip >I REALLY like the thinking outside the box on this. I was very quickly sold >on it, then realized it may also trap people in the middle. > > > >I think a stairway there wouldn't be used by pedestrians, because it'd a >long way around vs just crossing the road. Unless the road were lowered, >which has its own issues. > > > >From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On >Behalf Of John Lozier >Sent: Friday, January 28, 2011 3:29 PM >To: Frank Gmeindl >Cc: Bicycle Board; Christiaan Abildso >Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Grumbein's Island meeting > > > >Not just for cyclists but for pedestrians and motorists: > > > >Install a moving gate on the island, that slowly travels back and forth. >Gate would be about the length of a car, would break pedestrian traffic into >segments segments or "slugs" that would alternate with a car or two. > > > >Best. > > > >On Jan 28, 2011, at 2:37 PM, Frank Gmeindl wrote: > > > > > >Bicycle Board Members, > > > >Any ideas for improving Grumbein's Island for cycists? > > > >Frank > > > >Begin forwarded message: > > > > > >From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> > >Date: January 28, 2011 2:15:48 PM EST > >To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Christiaan Abildso ><cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jon Bond ><jbond3(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Stan Cohen ><Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Chuck Coole <ccoole(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry ><jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Dave Harshbarger <harshbargerd(a)wvuh.com>, Dwight >Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley ><mgranlil(a)verizon.net>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Jon >Miltenberger <kokiri4ever(a)msn.com>, Jennifer Noori ><thenoorinater(a)gmail.com>, Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jonathan >Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, >David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Don >Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, >Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com> > >Subject: Grumbein's Island meeting > > > > > >Fellow pedestrian advocates. I have been invited to attend a meeting with >many constituencies to discuss the future of Grumbein's Island (pedestrian >area in front of Mountainlair) next Friday at 10:00 AM. The invitees >include: > >Terry Hough - City > >Don Spencer - City > >Roy Nutter - City > >Christaan Abildso - City > >Bryan Radabaugh - State > >Alanna Slack - State > >Perry Keller - State > >Bill Austin - Mgtn/Mon MPO > >Rick Colebank - Alpha Assoc > >Chuck Branch - Alpha Assoc > >Charlie Luttrell - Alpha Assoc > >Rob Moyer - WVU > >Nelson France - WVU Student > >Bob Merow - WVU > >Hugh Kierig - WVU > > > >Please submit any suggestions prior to that meeting. Frank, I could >especially use some bicycle design ideas for that area (I've also requested >that you be invited). > >Best, > >Christiaan > > >Walk more, safely > > > >Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board > >Christiaan Abildso, Chair > >Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair > > <http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm> >http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm > > > > > > > >_______________________________________________ > >Bikeboard mailing list > >Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > >http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > > >John Lozier > >Morgantown, WV > >www.harpingforharmony.org > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Grumbein's Island meeting
by Chip Wamsley 28 Jan '11

28 Jan '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, 28 Jan 2011 14:37:57 -0500 Frank et al, Gunnar is right, with pedestrians crossing anywhere, at anytime, fearlessly, not paying attention along several hundred feet the opportunity for cyclists to get knocked off their bikes is huge. I've known lots of folks who have been knocked off their bikes by pedestrians stepping off the curb. Either make it a pedestrian mall, put traffic underneath in a tunnel or both--not cheap. Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > >Any ideas for improving Grumbein's Island for cycists? > >Frank > >Begin forwarded message: > >> From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> >> Date: January 28, 2011 2:15:48 PM EST >> To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Christiaan Abildso <cgabildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jon Bond <jbond3(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Stan Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>, Chuck Coole <ccoole(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jan Derry <jderry(a)nwvcil.org>, Dave Harshbarger <harshbargerd(a)wvuh.com>, Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>, George Lilley <mgranlil(a)verizon.net>, Regina Mayolo <reginam(a)verizon.net>, Jon Miltenberger <kokiri4ever(a)msn.com>, Jennifer Noori <thenoorinater(a)gmail.com>, Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>, Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>, David Small <dsmall1(a)mix.wvu.edu>, Maria Smith <mariasmith(a)busride.org>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com> >> Subject: Grumbein's Island meeting >> >> Fellow pedestrian advocates. I have been invited to attend a meeting with many constituencies to discuss the future of Grumbein's Island (pedestrian area in front of Mountainlair) next Friday at 10:00 AM. The invitees include: >> Terry Hough - City >> Don Spencer - City >> Roy Nutter - City >> Christaan Abildso - City >> Bryan Radabaugh - State >> Alanna Slack - State >> Perry Keller - State >> Bill Austin - Mgtn/Mon MPO >> Rick Colebank - Alpha Assoc >> Chuck Branch - Alpha Assoc >> Charlie Luttrell - Alpha Assoc >> Rob Moyer - WVU >> Nelson France - WVU Student >> Bob Merow - WVU >> Hugh Kierig - WVU >> >> Please submit any suggestions prior to that meeting. Frank, I could especially use some bicycle design ideas for that area (I've also requested that you be invited). >> Best, >> Christiaan >> >> Walk more, safely >> >> >> Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board >> >> Christiaan Abildso, Chair >> >> Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair >> >> http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm >> >> >> > > > > >

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BikeMorgantown program evaluation opportunity for EDP 617
by Jim Rye 25 Jan '11

25 Jan '11

Reagan, below is a brief description of a program evaluation opportunity and contact info etc for EDP 617. Organization: Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board Related Grant: Morgantown Effective Bicycling Education Program (Sponsored by the Federal Highway Administration's Transportation Enhancement Program, administered by the West Virginia Department of Transportation, Division of Highways). Primary Contact: Jim Rye (304 293 4416 jim.rye(a)mail.wvu.edu) Evaluation Need: Effectiveness (impact) of BikeMorgantown web site (http://bikemorgantown.com/) on changing bicyclist and motorist behavior. For example: To what degree has the web site influenced motorists to treat bicyclists as drivers of vehicles? To what degree has the web site influenced bicyclists to drive their bicycles as vehicles? James A. Rye West Virginia University Educational Theory and Practice PO Box 6122 604 Allen Hall Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 jim.rye(a)mail.wvu.edu Phone: (304) 293-4416 Fax: (304) 293-3802

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Fwd: Re: Free Evaluation Services
by Jim Rye 23 Jan '11

23 Jan '11

Folks, I have not hear from anyone re: the service described below as a potential for evaluating our web site. Perhaps at this point it is not a priority. If anyone wants me to go forward and submit a request for such evaluation, please let me know by Tuesday. Otherwise, I am inclined to pass up the opportunity this year. Thank you James A. Rye, Professor West Virginia University Department of Curriculum & Instruction/Literacy Studies PO Box 6122 604 Allen Hall Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 jim.rye(a)mail.wvu.edu Phone: (304) 293-4416 Fax: (304) 293-3802 Web: http://depts.hre.wvu.edu/c&ils/currinst/rye.html "The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson >>> Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> 1/3/2011 2:17 PM >>> Jim, I wonder if pointing at BikeMorgantown.com and challenging the EDP617 candidate to evaluate the effectiveness of BikeMorgantown.com at influencing cyclists to drive their bicycles as vehicles and influencing motorists to treat bicyclist as drivers of vehicles would get us anywhere? Frank On Jan 3, 2011, at 2:09 PM, Jim Rye wrote: Frank, again, this opportunity has presented itself. If there is anything that you think we should submit for MEBEP, I can do that. PS: I am working at home today so will not be able to forward to you the 700 mpg info until tomorrow. Jim Rye Professor Dept C&I/LS West Virginia University PO Box 6122 604H Allen Hall Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 Phone: (304) 293-4416 Fax: (304) 293-3802 http://depts.hre.wvu.edu/c&ils/currinst/rye.html "The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson From: Reagan Curtis <Reagan.Curtis(a)MAIL.WVU.EDU> Date: January 3, 2011 1:39:30 PM EST To: HRE-FACULTY(a)listserv.wvu.edu Subject: Free Evaluation Services Reply-To: Reagan Curtis <Reagan.Curtis(a)MAIL.WVU.EDU> Hello Colleagues, I am teaching EDP617: Program Evaluation as an online course this semester and requiring that students design and conduct evaluations of actual programs (with my supervision). If you have any program evaluation work you think a student or small group of students could help you with, please let me know ( reagan.curtis(a)mail.wvu.edu ) and I will make my class aware of the potential opportunity. Also, feel free to forward this to others you think might like to take advantage of this opportunity. Please be aware that students will be choosing among several options based on their individual preferences so I cannot guarantee that your program will be selected for evaluation. I can, however, assure you that if your program is selected I will be working closely with students and requiring that they work closely with you to consider your evaluation needs. I am including the syllabus for the course to give you an idea of the time lines and assignments involved. Thanks! Reagan Curtis, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Educational Psychology, Program Evaluation, and Research Methods West Virginia University Department of Technology, Learning, & Culture Allen Hall 507D Phone: (304)293-2098 Fax: (304)293-9424 http://tlc.wvu.edu/academics/edpsych/edp_faculty/dr_reagan_curtis <Syllabus.PDF>

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FWD: San Francisco Bicycle Environmental Quality Index
by director 21 Jan '11

21 Jan '11

Good morning, I was cleaning out my inbox and came across this survey I was asked to fill out a few months ago and thought it might be of interest as we've talked about creating surveys here. I like the technique they use of asking importance and then weighting it with a relevance. Please feel free to contribute to the survey if you feel qualified to do so, it appears to be open still. Looking forward to seeing who's out riding in the snow today. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Jennifer McLaughlin <Jennifer.McLaughlin(a)sfdph.org> Date: Thu, 7 Oct 2010 12:14:16 -0700 October 7, 2010 Dear Mr. Hein, The San Francisco Department of Public Health is developing a quantitative index to measure the quality of the bicycle environment to serve as a tool for public health, transportation, and land use planning. We are requesting that you participate in a brief survey to help us develop weights for each component variable in the index. Our Bicycle Environmental Quality Index (BEQI) is intended to translate environmental variables into a set of provisions for a healthy bicycle environment and can inform neighborhood planning and prioritize improvements through land use plans, transportation plans, and environmental assessments. From a public health perspective, improving the quality of the bicycle environment can support physical activity through active transportation, increase social cohesion, and reduce air pollution, noise and injuries associated with driving. Thus far, we have identified indicators that are empirically known to affect bicycle environmental quality and have subdivided the indicators into five domains: Intersection Features, Vehicle Traffic, Street Design, and Land Use. The indicators were chosen to correspond with an urban bicycle environment, some features typically used for all street types and others primarily for arterial streets. We are asking you to help us develop indicator values and indicator weights by doing the following: 1. Rate the importance of each proposed indicator for bicycle environmental quality and safety in our index on a scale from 1 to 5 (not important to essential). 2. For each indicator, rate the relative contribution to bicycle environmental quality and safety of the proposed indicator values on a scale of -5 to +5 (significantly reduces bicycle environmental quality and safety to significantly benefits bicycle environmental quality and safety). For ease of completion, we have created an online survey with additional instructions available. BEQI Survey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/HW93GJJ We are requesting that participants respond by October 21, 2010. You can also read more about the BEQI development and methodology at http://www.sfphes.org/HIA_Tools_BEQI.htm We sincerely appreciate your willingness to help us in this endeavor. Please do not hesitate to contact Jen McLaughlin directly at 415-252-3879 should you have any. Thank you again for your time. Jen McLaughlin Jen McLaughlin, MS Environmental Health Planner San Francisco Dept. of Public Health, Environmental Health 1390 Market St., Suite 822 San Francisco, CA 94102 jennifer.mclaughlin(a)sfdph.org (415) 252-3879 -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Re: [Bikeboard] Survey
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Jan '11

21 Jan '11

Boulder has a nice bike parking survey at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=HEGcw8m8r6CKeyP7qdy58w_3d_3d You can step through it without having to answer anything. I think it contains the questions we want to ask. It is very important that before you issue a survey, you know how you're going to analyze the data and use the results to make decisions. Otherwise, you'll be saying, "I wish we would have..." Frank On Jan 21, 2011, at 11:41 AM, chip wamsley wrote: > We should include in the survey the time frame people would like to use the lockers--on demand for short term occasional use vs long term lease for the daily commuter. > > Chip > > On Fri, Jan 14, 2011 at 8:35 AM, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> wrote: > ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:11:10 -0500 > > Frank er al, > > Here is a site that has some info on locker rates, even though it's from 2000. It looks like they are in the $75-85/year, not counting key deposit. Some other good info on city bike parking ordinances as well. > > http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/engineering/parking.cfm > > Chip > > >Parking Committee Members, > > > >As we discussed at this morning's meeting, we are going to do a survey to determine who would use bike lockers, how much they would be willing to pay and where we should put them. If you have additional ideas on what we should try to learn with the survey or how we should construct the survey, please reply-all with them. > > > >Thanks to all of you that turned out in these challenging conditions! > > > >Frank > >_______________________________________________ > >Bikeboard mailing list > >Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > >http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Survey
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Jan '11

21 Jan '11

On Jan 21, 2011, at 11:41 AM, chip wamsley wrote: > We should include in the survey the time frame people would like to use the lockers--on demand for short term occasional use vs long term lease for the daily commuter. > > Chip > > On Fri, Jan 14, 2011 at 8:35 AM, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> wrote: > ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:11:10 -0500 > > Frank er al, > > Here is a site that has some info on locker rates, even though it's from 2000. It looks like they are in the $75-85/year, not counting key deposit. Some other good info on city bike parking ordinances as well. > > http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/engineering/parking.cfm > > Chip > > >Parking Committee Members, > > > >As we discussed at this morning's meeting, we are going to do a survey to determine who would use bike lockers, how much they would be willing to pay and where we should put them. If you have additional ideas on what we should try to learn with the survey or how we should construct the survey, please reply-all with them. > > > >Thanks to all of you that turned out in these challenging conditions! > > > >Frank > >_______________________________________________ > >Bikeboard mailing list > >Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > >http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Survey
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 21 Jan '11

21 Jan '11

There's one bad problem with the google survey approach, you can submit the form an unlimited times. Good surveys employ a variety of techniques to prevent this from happening. -Jonathan On 1/21/2011 11:34 AM, Chip Wamsley wrote: > ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- > From: Gunnar Shogren<gshogren(a)gmail.com> > Date: Fri, 21 Jan 2011 11:25:23 -0500 > > The google docs survey looks good. I've participated in lots of survey monkey surveys and found that they often get broken links? not allowing you to progress forward to complete the survey and there was no link on each page to signal back to survey monkey that they had a problem. I wonder how many surveys went unanswered because of this type of problem? > > Chip > >> On Fri, Jan 21, 2011 at 11:16 AM, Chet Parsons<chetparsons(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> Haven't used it, but it appears that you can create a survey using Google >>> Docs and it automatically populates a spreadsheet with the results. >>> http://www.workhappy.net/2009/05/using-google-docs-to-make-a-survey.html >> Dang yo. >> That is pretty damn slick. >> No bad comments on that person's page, and the fact that you can embed >> it, goes right into a spreadsheet, blah, blah, blah... is this a >> winner? >> If not a winner then certainly something that we could try ourselves >> w/o bunging things up in public. >> >> Let's get some questions generated and try it out! >> >> I gotta shovel some now though... >> >>> >>> >>> On Fri, Jan 21, 2011 at 11:10 AM, Gunnar Shogren<gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>> Per my action item at today's Parking and Budget Comm. meeting- >>>> >>>> Here's info on Survey Monkey, cost and details- >>>> Per month >>>> http://www.surveymonkey.com/pricing/details?t=c2&select=monthly >>>> Per year >>>> http://www.surveymonkey.com/pricing/details?t=c2annual&select=annual >>>> >>>> Big thing w/ the Basic (free) service is that it only allows 10 >>>> questions per survey and 100 responses. >>>> >>>> They do offer a 25% discount for non-profit agencies and such. >>>> >>>> Found a little comparison of three different survey companies, but >>>> unfortunately I can only view it through the cached results of google- >>>> >>>> http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:TdLUhKgL09sJ:www.theba… >>>> Here's where it's supposed to be though- >>>> http://www.thebalcomgroup.com/node/139 >>>> >>>> Looks like Survey Gizmo might be one to look at as they allow >>>> unlimited questions at the basic level and more responses as well. >>>> http://www.surveygizmo.com/ >>>> >>>> Basic might be enough w/ them. >>>> >>>> I don't know enough about surveys in general to make any other decisions. >>>> >>>> On Sat, Jan 15, 2011 at 1:34 AM, Don Spencer<dspencer36(a)comcast.net> >>>> wrote: >>>>> Chip – Great article on the bike parking! >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> I am sorry that I had to leave the meeting before the decisions were >>>>> reached, but I did get to make a motion that we consider groups of 4 >>>>> lockers >>>>> for a corner in each of the city garages. I mentioned the Pubic Safety >>>>> Garage and would also now like to include the University Ave garage as >>>>> well >>>>> as a priority and then the Wharf garage as a second priority. The reason >>>>> for >>>>> my thinking is that I think that we have to give priority to the goal of >>>>> increasing commuter cycling rather than to adding convenience for >>>>> recreational cycling. Both are important, but for us, I believe the >>>>> commuter >>>>> cycling has to be our prime focus. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> The article that you sent talks about the use of lockers for day long >>>>> and >>>>> overnight parking, and this it what I think we should also aim for in >>>>> the >>>>> use of the lockers so that people working at businesses, teaching or >>>>> assisting in classes, working at libraries or offices will have a place >>>>> they >>>>> can ride to. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> I am not comfortable with the plan for a survey because I question who >>>>> is >>>>> going to learn about the survey. It might be just a limited group of >>>>> computer users who would find out about the survey and actually follow >>>>> up on >>>>> the information. I am also very fearful that the committee could be >>>>> accused >>>>> of spot locating lockers because of individual responses. As a public >>>>> entity, we cannot be “special ordering” lockers for individuals. Our >>>>> planning needs to be systematic – based on systems thinking which >>>>> locates >>>>> lockers based on principles – such as proximity to destinations, >>>>> security, >>>>> weather sheltering, critical mass, population density, etc. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> From the discussion, I suggest that we ask for $15,000 for bicycle >>>>> parking >>>>> lockers to enable the installation of 4 lockers at each of the 3 main >>>>> garages. If the costs of the lockers and freight exceed the $15K amount, >>>>> then I suggest that we ask Tom Arnold to assume responsibility for the >>>>> remaining costs from anticipated revenues. I also recommend that we >>>>> inform >>>>> WVU (through Hugh) of what we are doing and hope that WVU might do the >>>>> same >>>>> thing in their two main garages. (Perhaps they will want to do more at >>>>> the >>>>> Engineering and the Law School areas as well). Perhaps the lockers at >>>>> all >>>>> sites could use a common blue color so that there could be more ready >>>>> identification of the locker infrastructure by cyclists and the public. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Anyway, there are just my reactions to the discussion and the article. I >>>>> look forward to our next meeting and any additional data that you come >>>>> up >>>>> with. Has a date been set for the next Parking Meeting? >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> By the way, my input on suggested costs, after looking at the article, >>>>> would >>>>> be 10 per month, 55 for six months and 100 per year. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Don >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> ________________________________ >>>>> >>>>> From: Chip Wamsley [mailto:chip@wamsleycycles.com] >>>>> Sent: Friday, January 14, 2011 8:36 AM >>>>> To: Don Spencer; chip wamsley; Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu; Gunnar Shogren; >>>>> Jonathan Rosenbaum; Alice Vernon; Frank Gmeindl >>>>> Cc: Bicycle Board >>>>> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Survey >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- >>>>> From: Frank Gmeindl<frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>>>> Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:11:10 -0500 >>>>> >>>>> Frank er al, >>>>> >>>>> Here is a site that has some info on locker rates, even though it's from >>>>> 2000. It looks like they are in the $75-85/year, not counting key >>>>> deposit. >>>>> Some other good info on city bike parking ordinances as well. >>>>> >>>>> http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/engineering/parking.cfm >>>>> >>>>> Chip >>>>> >>>>>> Parking Committee Members, >>>>>> >>>>>> As we discussed at this morning's meeting, we are going to do a survey >>>>>> to >>>>>> determine who would use bike lockers, how much they would be willing to >>>>>> pay >>>>>> and where we should put them. If you have additional ideas on what we >>>>>> should try to learn with the survey or how we should construct the >>>>>> survey, >>>>>> please reply-all with them. >>>>>> >>>>>> Thanks to all of you that turned out in these challenging conditions! >>>>>> >>>>>> Frank >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>>> >>>>> ________________________________ >>>>> >>>>> No virus found in this message. >>>>> Checked by AVG - www.avg.com >>>>> Version: 10.0.1191 / Virus Database: 1435/3378 - Release Date: 01/13/11 >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Survey
by Chip Wamsley 21 Jan '11

21 Jan '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:11:10 -0500 Frank er al, Here is a site that has some info on locker rates, even though it's from 2000. It looks like they are in the $75-85/year, not counting key deposit. Some other good info on city bike parking ordinances as well. http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/engineering/parking.cfm Chip >Parking Committee Members, > >As we discussed at this morning's meeting, we are going to do a survey to determine who would use bike lockers, how much they would be willing to pay and where we should put them. If you have additional ideas on what we should try to learn with the survey or how we should construct the survey, please reply-all with them. > >Thanks to all of you that turned out in these challenging conditions! > >Frank >_______________________________________________ >Bikeboard mailing list >Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Bike Lane grant application
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Jan '11

20 Jan '11

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a rudimentary application for a grant to support the Mon Blvd. bicycle climbing lane. I could use some help determining how many cyclists currently ride that shoulder, estimating the impact of the bike lane and then how to measure it. See sections 2d and 3. If you have any ideas, I'd appreciate your sharing them with me. No hurry. The deadline for this isn't until April but hey, it's raining outside now but I plan to be riding then. Thanks! Frank

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West Run Road
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Jan '11

20 Jan '11

Bill, Thanks for your phone call this morning setting a tentative February 1 date to meet with WVDOH and cruise the West Run corridor. Since I sent you my last message on this subject, I've received more input. I've revised the message below accordingly and would prefer you forward it, rather than my last message to WVDOH in preparation for our meeting. If we understand correctly, the proposed improvement involves upgrading West Run Road travel lanes to 11-feet and adding up to 2-foot wide paved shoulders. Also, the shoulders may be wider on climbing sections and inside curves and narrower on descending sections and on the outside of curves. The proposed 11-foot lane width plus 2-foot paved shoulder provides no special accommodation for bicyclists but accommodates bicyclists only as ordinary drivers of vehicles. At a minimum, West Run Road should have Share the Road signs (W11-1 sign and W16-1P placard) to alert motorists to bicyclists. Better would be shared lane markings (9C-9) and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs (R4-11). To accommodate novice bicyclists, the travel lanes should be 14-feet wide or the shoulders should be a minimum of 4-feet wide, preferably 5-feet. Otherwise, West Run Rd. can be expected to be limited to motor vehicles and only experienced vehicular cyclists. It is crucial that West Run improvements not force bicyclists to ride to the right of right turn lanes. The improvements should encourage bicyclists to employ best vehicular practices, especially at intersections. Bicycles should be treated as vehicles, not pedestrians. In most cases, 11-feet is not wide enough for a shared lane, i.e a lane in which a motor vehicle and bicycle can travel safely side-by-side. A 2-foot shoulder is simply not wide enough for bicycle operation. Normally, bicyclists require more than 3-feet of roadway space for operation. Normally, 3-feet or more is minimum safe passing distance. Normally, 8-feet is minimum travel width for motor vehicles. Sum = 14-feet. On 11-foot lanes with 2-foot paved shoulders, novice cyclists would probably try to ride on the shoulder, assuming that the shoulder would be maintained free of debris including glass, rocks, snow and ice and be free of surface defects. After a few experiences of getting passed too closely, novice cyclists would probably abandon West Run Road. Experienced cyclists will not use shoulders because shoulders usually have debris that can cause punctures and loss of control. Also, on the shoulder, cyclists are less visible than they are in the lane and especially at crossings, motorists merging onto the roadway may pull out in front of them, overtaking motorists may turn right into them or in front of them and on-coming motorists may turn left into them. Experienced cyclists, if they feel they are visible, will control the lane and prevent being passed. However, when they feel that overtaking vehicles are narrow enough, passing speeds are slow enough and they can see far enough ahead to ensure no on-coming traffic, they might move to the right and allow passing. AASHTO says 11-feet is not wide enough to share. The 1999 AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities is somewhat ambivalent about shared lanes but indicates that 12-feet is a minimum. The 2009 DRAFT AASHTO Guide for the Planning, Design, and Operation of Bicycle Facilities is more definitive. It states: "Lane widths of 13 feet (4.0 m) or less require most motor vehicles to be driven at least part way into the next lane to pass a bicyclist with an adequate and comfortable clearance (usually 3 ft [0.9 m] or more depending on the speed of the passing vehicle). Lane widths of 14 feet (4.3 m) or greater enable motorists to pass bicycles without encroaching into the adjacent lane." The draft guide recognizes that a wider lane may be required on steep grades and says, "Roadways with shared lanes narrower than 14 feet (4.3 m) may still be designated for bicycles with bicycle guide signs and/or shared lane markings..." AASHTO says a 2-foot shoulder is not wide enough for safe bicycle operation. The 1999 AASHTO guide states that bicycles require a minimum of 40 inches (1.0 m) of lateral operating space. It says that paved shoulders should be at least 4-feet wide to accommodate bicycles. It suggests that 5-feet is preferred and wider may be required adjacent to high speed and high volume motor traffic. It does recognize that any shoulder is better than none at all. The West Run shoulder would have to be 4-feet or more to be useful. Most motorists will not run over a bicyclist if they can see the bicyclist and have sufficient time to react. The first priority for the DOH then, should be to ensure that bicyclists are visible in the West Run corridor. Signage will help alert motorists to bicyclist presence. DOH must ensure that sight lines are long enough and speeds are low enough to allow all motorists to see bicyclists or slow-moving vehicles or stopped vehicles, to have sufficient time to decide what to do and to take the correct action. Most motorists will pass the bicyclist if and when they can. Almost no motorists obey the law that prohibits crossing the center line in such cases. Many motorists will cross the center line even when there is on-coming traffic or when they cannot see far enough ahead to ensure that there is no on-coming traffic such as when approaching a blind curve or blind hill crest. If the lane is too narrow to share, cyclists riding in the lane rather than far to the right discourage motorists from trying to squeeze past when there isn't room. If the cyclist determines that moving to the right would provide sufficient space for the overtaking vehicle to pass him or her safely, the cyclist should move to the right. If the bicyclist judges that he or she cannot be passed safely, he or she must control the lane. How much space is sufficient depends on many factors. Some factors include lane width; whether the cyclist thinks the driver of an overtaking vehicle can see him or her; how fast the cyclist is going; how fast the overtaking vehicle is going; whether the cyclist is climbing, descending or riding on level road; how far ahead the cyclist can see; whether any traffic is coming; whether there's a paved shoulder; shoulder width; shoulder condition and what's adjacent to the roadway. If the cyclist determines that moving to the right will not provide sufficient space for the motorist to pass safely, the cyclist should take a position in the lane that prevents the motorist from passing. Finally, as you know, the West Run Planning District recently enacted a zoning ordinance. Article 2600. Roads and Rights-of-Way of the ordinance says that collectors that serve 40 or more residential dwelling units or lots must have 12-foot lanes, 2-foot shoulders and 50-feet right of way. Beyond improving West Run Rd., the Bicycle Board recommends that the MPO and WVDOH reconsider the West Run alternatives described in the current 2030 Transportation Plan. These include a separate bike path through the West Run valley, an extension of the Poultry Farm Road to West Run Rd. and other alternatives connecting to West Run. I look forward to the opportunity to cruise West Run with you and WVDOH staff so we can visualize and discuss these ideas on site. 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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Inspiration from London
by director 20 Jan '11

20 Jan '11

Saw this today on Treehugger. I guess I can see an advantage to dedicated bike lanes if they get you past gridlocked traffic. Nick http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/01/success-for-london-bicycle-superhig… -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Meeting w/Terrence Moore
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Jan '11

19 Jan '11

Bicycle Board Members, Yesterday, gunnar and I met with Terrence Moore, Jeff Mikorski, Terry Hough and Damien Davis. Terrence assigned Damien to be liaison between the City Manager's office and the Bicycle Board. Terrence also expressed a strong desire, almost a mandate, I'd say, to win the LAB Bronze level Bicycle Friendly Community award. I passed out the attached summary of the draft comprehensive bicycle plan and explained that achieving the award involves participation from other city departments in addition to Engineering, namely the other E's: Education, Enforcement, Encouragement, Evaluation and Equity. I said that we need to get enforcement involved next. He said that he will require the new Chief of Police to support bicycling and walking. What would you think of inviting Damien to be an ex-officio member of the Bicycle Board? Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 19 Jan '11

19 Jan '11

I have been riding West Run for years now for a variety of reasons, even before it was over-developed. There is a posted speed limit of 25 miles an hour, but that is never enforced. In general, most speeding occurs when people are using the road as a short-cut during rush hour. However, the state should explore installing an automated camera to snap photos of license plates of speeders, probably could help offset the cost of making improvements. One of the most dangerous parts of the road between Van Voorhis and Stewartstown road is the intersection with Riddle. If you are going straight down West Run with your bicycle you definitely don't want to stay close to the curb, or you risk getting hooked by people waiting on Riddle to turn onto West Run. The visuals at the intersection are bad, and drivers misjudge bicyclists speed. I've enjoyed bicycling on this road. The worst thing I even witnessed was when a large truck had just passed me, and a motorcyclist had just stopped about 50 feet ahead to take a left turn into a new apartment complex, he didn't have a blinker and was using hand signals. Fortunately the truck driver braked fast; the motocyclist probably never realized that he had almost became road kill. It definitely needs sidewalks. I would rather see sidewalks built then have a special berm installed for cyclists. -Jonathan On 1/17/2011 12:21 PM, Don Spencer wrote: > > Frank -- From my perspective you and Chet are on target. A road > widening along West Run Road might suffice. It would seem that 11 feet > might suffice. I fear, however, that wide lanes without markings would > produce high rates of speed in places like West Run. If there could be > 13 foot motor vehicle lanes, then it might be safer to have bike lanes > (with intersection signage) to accommodate even lesser trained bicycle > riders. > > If the bicycle access can continue from West Run Road to the River, > part of the problems for bicycles on Van Voorhis can be avoided. To > travel from West Run Road, cyclists (and pedestrians) could have a > relatively flat trail access to and from the downtown and downtown > campuses and Star City streets via the rail trail. > > Don > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > *From:*Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] > *Sent:* Monday, January 17, 2011 11:50 AM > *To:* Chet Parsons > *Cc:* Don Spencer; Bicycle Board > *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run > > Thanks, Chet. I had already been there before I replied to Don. > Don's message seems to indicate that there's more detail than one > finds in the 2030 Transportation Plan to which you refer. Perhaps he > just meant that there are more options than we're considering. > > In the 2030 plan, a table of non-motorized projects, Table 30 begins > on page 111. One project there #8 is, "Include bike-ped facilities in > West Run road corridor". The descriptive text below the table says, > "This project will ensure that bicycles and pedestrians are > accommodated in the West Run Road transportation corridor and an > additional connection to the Mon River Trail is provided. As part of > the recommended roadway projects a bike trail is proposed along one > side of the road." Aside from the bike trail along one side of the > road, it doesn't say what those "facilities" might be. A map, Figure > 25 on page 98 shows West Run but adds no useful info. > > Three other projects that Don might be thinking of are #2, #3 and #4. > Project #2 is relevant because it connects the eastern terminus of > West Run Rd. near I-68 with the Decker Creek Trail through the Dug > Hill Rd. corridor. I raised that in the dialog below. The other > projects, as well as the remainder of #2 may be outside the scope of > the West Run project. The remainder of #2 goes out to Cheat Lake > along 857, #3 goes out Old Cheat Rd. and #4 connects Tyrone Rd. to the > Decker Creek Trail through Brookhaven Rd. and Dug Hill Rd. They all > involve adding a "bike lane/paved shoulder". Don are these what you > meant? > > Chet, thanks for prompting me to revisit the 2030 transportation plan. > I had forgot much of it. While looking for the pages you indicated, > I re-read the motorized plan for West Run. Page 109 contains a nice > arial view of the plan to widen West Run, add a 3rd lane from Riddle > to Van Voorhis and a description turn lanes to be added at Van Voohis, > Riddle, Stewartstown and 119. It will be interesting to compare what > DOH now has in mind with that which is currently in the 2030 plan. > > Also, I see that item 22 on page 101 is a 3-lane corridor from the > Research Park to West Run. That's a pretty big bike path:) > > I highly recommend that anyone who worked on the BB Bike Route map > study the map, Figure 25 on page 98 of section 9 of the 2030 plan, > http://www.plantogether.org/plan.html . It verifies what we did but > might give us some other ideas. > > Frank > > On Jan 17, 2011, at 10:13 AM, Chet Parsons wrote: > > > > I can jump in here - thanks for the idea Don. > > I think Don is referring to the nonmotorized segment of the 2030 Plan. > If you go to that location on the MPO website you can look at Chapter > Nine, the Recommended Plan (http://www.plantogether.org/plan.html). > If you go to Page 112 you'll see the nonmotorized Plan. Most of the > items referenced are footnoted with a number in a circle - these are > highway projects that have a nonmotorized component. You can look > back at Table 29 on page 101 for a listing of all the highway projects > and their associated costs. Note item 22 there. > > Table 30 shows the nonmotorized projects - of note are item 8 for West > Run Road (note this plan was done before all the stuff got developed > on West Run between Stewartstown and 119. > > Chet > > On Mon, Jan 17, 2011 at 9:18 AM, Frank Gmeindl > <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net <mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net>> wrote: > > Don, > > What is the MPO bicycle route plan? Can you point me to it? I did a > cursory search of the MPO website and didn't find it. I did find a > "screening addendum" (attached) that contains a map showing a couple > options around Dug Hill Rd. Is that it? > > Frank > > On Jan 16, 2011, at 10:44 PM, Don Spencer wrote: > > > > Frank -- On the West Run related issues, I urge you to take a look at > the MPO bicycle route plan. There is quite a few recommendations in > that plan for establishing a "ring route" from the rail trail in > Sabraton to Easton Hill and then down West Run to the River. The > information does not address the width issues per se, but I think that > referencing the Plan in our discussions with the MPO and DOH is to our > advantage. > > Don > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > *From:*bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org > <mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org> > [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org > <mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org>] *On Behalf Of *Gunnar Shogren > *Sent:* Thursday, January 13, 2011 12:47 PM > *To:* Frank Gmeindl > *Cc:* Bicycle Board > *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run > > On Thu, Jan 13, 2011 at 12:40 PM, Frank Gmeindl > <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net <mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net>> wrote: > > I think we have two concepts. One, is to modify West Run Road to > make it more bike friendly and Two is a segregated path. > > > > Modify West Run Rd. > > For many years before the District, I rode West Run Rd. several > times/week around 5 pm., always from east to west. See map at > http://tinyurl.com/46ofgs3 It was fine except that occasionally, I'd > be head-on with some junior doctor zipping along in his BMW or S-2000 > and we'd both be eyeing the fence posts, mailboxes and culverts for > room to squeeze by. Improving sight-lines is imperative; widening > would be nice; shared lane markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane > signs, or at least share the road signs would help. Moving, leveling > and realigning the intersection with 119 is also imperative. > > > > I used to ride the old bike route over White Avenue to Dug Hill Rd, > Pierpont Rd., across 857, down Old Cheat Rd. to Easton then along 119 > to West Run as shown on the map at http://tinyurl.com/46ofgs3. Except > for the little stretches of 857 and 119, there wasn't much traffic but > it's quite hilly and would probably discourage novices. However, once > West Run is improved, it would be a suitable extension of the bike > route with appropriate mapping to indicate the hills and to warn of > the high traffic zones on 857 and 119. > > > > Segregated Path > > The best segregated path option would be as I think Chet is > suggesting, basically between West Run Rd. and West Run creek. Heck, > let's propose to go all the way to the Mon River trail in the long run. > > > > Coming from the District out to Easton, you can cross Easton Hill Rd. > and continue out West Run Rd. where it dead-ends at I-68. Crossing > the intersection by Easton School will be a challenge. Before I-68, > West Run Rd. used to continue up the hill to Pierpont Rd. (Who hasn't > ridden through the West Run culverts under I-68? Perhaps you missed > the BB initiation ceremony;) > > > > Don Spencer has told me that there has been some discussion of > running a trail along the west side of I-68 over to Sabraton. We > should explore this. Then, we could connect with the Decker Creek > trail and have a bicycle beltway around the City:) My concern remains > that if we put all our energy into projects like this, it will > eventually become impossible to ride your bike from the trail to any > practical destination because we were diverted from reclaiming the > streets that were ours to being with. > > > > At Easton, going up Easton Hill and across the Mileground should be > an option that could be handled by a bicycle climbing lane. If they > can crane a shopping center and housing development on the side of > that hill and add a full-width travel lane and roundabouts to the > Mileground, they can add 8 feet to Easton Hill for a bicycle climbing > lane! I still occasionally ride up Easton Hill. It's not pleasant > and if you don't take the lane, you'll get squeezed into the guard > rail. It is nearly impossible to walk up or down there though because > there is absolutely no shoulder. > > Untrue! > We've seen our buddy NickH going up it a few times. Did not seem like > it would be a pleasant experience *at* *all*. But maybe Nick can > chime in here. > > > The hundreds of people living in that valley now would be stranded > and starve to death when the gasoline runs out. > > And this would be a bad thing? > > > > > Frank > > > > On Jan 13, 2011, at 11:18 AM, Gunnar Shogren wrote: > > > >> Wider road and signage. > >> I've biked on it off and on throughout the years, problem is that it > >> just doesn't lead anywhere easily, there's a big hill off it as soon > >> as you go toward town, or even go away from town. > >> Sure not many folks use it now, but perhaps they would if even to go > >> from Apt complex to complex, to play XBox or Magic: The Gathering. > >> Widen that puppy and put some signs up. Nice wide shoulder just to > >> ease the minds of less experienced cyclists as well. > >> > >> On Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 3:00 PM, Chet Parsons <chetparsons(a)gmail.com > <mailto:chetparsons@gmail.com>> wrote: > >>> I think Bill Austin already has this stuff in his head, but here's > my two > >>> cents. > >>> The section from Van Voorhis to Stewartstown can be used in > combination of > >>> on-street markings and using the floodplain owned by WVU (basically > from the > >>> dairy farm to Pineview). Once you get to Stewartstown, Ryan is right. > >>> You'll need to cut down behind Copper Beech and up between it and > the stuff > >>> up on the backside of the Mileground. Follow that route until you > get to > >>> Easton School, which will be closed soon anyway. Then tie in to > whatever > >>> new development is getting ready to go in along 857 out to I-68. > If you > >>> haven't noticed, the DOH has been clearing and widening 857 for about 4 > >>> months now and my bet is that there will be a new development with an > >>> additional access point by summer. > >>> Another option, but will probably be a more expensive easement, is > to create > >>> a couple switchbacks up the farm on the opposite side of the hill > as West > >>> Run Apartments and then run a path through the apartment complex > and out to > >>> 119/857. > >>> Chet > >>> > >>> On Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 2:49 PM, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com > <mailto:rpostwvu@gmail.com>> wrote: > >>>> > >>>> West Run, from Stewartstown to 119 (where all the houses are), is > twisty, > >>>> narrow and hilly. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Given those conditions, it can never be bike friendly. Road needs > widened > >>>> and/or straightened significantly. Or create a separate bike/walk > path. I > >>>> doubt many would walk however, since there's very little within ½ > mile. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> It's a no-man's land of bad planning and shouldn't have been Zoned > on w/o > >>>> correcting the road first, IMO. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org > <mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org> > [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On > >>>> Behalf Of Frank Gmeindl > >>>> Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2011 7:36 AM > >>>> To: Bicycle Board > >>>> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Bicycle Board Members, > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Heads up. What are your ideas for making West Run more bicycle > friendly? > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> I don't know what DOH is planning for West Run yet. I'll keep you > posted. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Frank > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Begin forwarded message: > >>>> > >>>> From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)moncpc.org <mailto:baustin@moncpc.org>> > >>>> > >>>> Date: January 11, 2011 4:30:44 PM EST > >>>> > >>>> To: "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > <mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net>> > >>>> > >>>> Subject: Work on West Run > >>>> > >>>> Frank, > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> DOH has a project to improve West Run. They would like to work > with you > >>>> and the Board on the proper way to accommodate cyclists. I would > appreciate > >>>> discussing the matter with you prior to the CAC Meeting Thursday. > Also, they > >>>> let me know they identified five grates along Mon Boulevard that > they will > >>>> be replacing. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> 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 > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> "Nobody can go back and make a new beginning, but anyone can start > today > >>>> and make a new ending."-Maria Robinson > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> _______________________________________________ > >>>> Bikeboard mailing list > >>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org <mailto:Bikeboard@cheat.org> > >>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >>> > >>> > >>> _______________________________________________ > >>> Bikeboard mailing list > >>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org <mailto:Bikeboard@cheat.org> > >>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >>> > >> > >> _______________________________________________ > >> Bikeboard mailing list > >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org <mailto:Bikeboard@cheat.org> > >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org <mailto:Bikeboard@cheat.org> > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com/> > Version: 10.0.1191 / Virus Database: 1435/3375 - Release Date: 01/12/11 > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org <mailto:Bikeboard@cheat.org> > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com> > Version: 10.0.1191 / Virus Database: 1435/3386 - Release Date: 01/17/11 > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Parking meeting
by Chip Wamsley 19 Jan '11

19 Jan '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Chip Wamsley" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> Reply-To: chip(a)wamsleycycles.com Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2011 08:35:33 -0500 Frank et al, Is everyone available this Wed at 8:30 AM to meet at Jay's Daily grind to work on the survey and see if we need to add anything to Don's proposal to do lockers in three garages at a total budget cost of $15,000. Respond or propose an alternative date. Chip >---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- >From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:11:10 -0500 > >Frank er al, > >Here is a site that has some info on locker rates, even though it's from 2000. It looks like they are in the $75-85/year, not counting key deposit. Some other good info on city bike parking ordinances as well. > >http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/engineering/parking.cfm > >Chip > >>Parking Committee Members, >> >>As we discussed at this morning's meeting, we are going to do a survey to determine who would use bike lockers, how much they would be willing to pay and where we should put them. If you have additional ideas on what we should try to learn with the survey or how we should construct the survey, please reply-all with them. >> >>Thanks to all of you that turned out in these challenging conditions! >> >>Frank >>_______________________________________________ >>Bikeboard mailing list >>Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> > >_______________________________________________ >Bikeboard mailing list >Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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West Run Road
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Jan '11

19 Jan '11

Bill, Thank you for inviting the Morgantown Bicycle Board's input on the proposed West Run Road improvement. If we understand correctly, the proposed improvement involves upgrading West Run Road travel lanes to 11-feet and adding up to 2-foot wide paved shoulders. Also, the shoulders may be wider on climbing sections and inside curves and narrower on descending sections and on the outside of curves. The proposed 11-foot lane width plus 2-foot paved shoulder provides no special accommodation for bicyclists but accommodates bicyclists only as ordinary drivers of vehicles. At a minimum, West Run Road should have Share the Road signs (W11-1 sign and W16-1P placard) to alert motorists to bicyclists. Better would be shared lane markings (9C-9) and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs (R4-11). To accommodate novice bicyclists, the travel lanes width should be 14-feet wide or the shoulders should be a minimum of 4-feet wide, preferably 5-feet. Otherwise, West Run Rd. can be expected to be limited to motor vehicles and only experienced vehicular cyclists. It is crucial that West Run improvements not force bicyclists to ride to the right of right turn lanes. The improvements should encourage bicyclists to employ best vehicular practices, especially at intersections. Bicycles should be treated as vehicles, not pedestrians. In most cases, 11-feet is not wide enough for a shared lane, i.e a lane in which a motor vehicle and bicycle can travel safely side-by-sdide. A 2-foot shoulder is simply not wide enough for bicycle operation. Normally, bicyclists require more than 3-feet of roadway space for operation. Normally, 3-feet or more is minimum safe passing distance. Normally, 8-feet is minimum travel width for motor vehicles. Sum = 14-feet. On 11-foot lanes with 2-foot paved shoulders, novice cyclists would probably try to ride on the shoulder, assuming that the shoulder would be maintained free of debris including glass, rocks, snow and ice and be free of surface defects. After a few experiences of getting passed too closely, novice cyclists would probably abandon West Run Road. Experienced cyclists, if they feel they were visible, will take the lane and prevent being passed. However, when they feel that overtaking vehicles are narrow enough, passing speeds are slow enough and they can see far enough ahead to ensure no on-coming traffic, they might move to the right and allow passing. AASHTO says 11-feet is not wide enough to share. The 1999 AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities is somewhat ambivalent about shared lanes but indicates that 12-feet is a minimum. The 2009 DRAFT AASHTO Guide for the Planning, Design, and Operation of Bicycle Facilities is more definitive. It states: "Lane widths of 13 feet (4.0 m) or less require most motor vehicles to be driven at least part way into the next lane to pass a bicyclist with an adequate and comfortable clearance (usually 3 ft [0.9 m] or more depending on the speed of the passing vehicle). Lane widths of 14 feet (4.3 m) or greater enable motorists to pass bicycles without encroaching into the adjacent lane." The draft guide recognizes that a wider lane may be required on steep grades and says, "Roadways with shared lanes narrower than 14 feet (4.3 m) may still be designated for bicycles with bicycle guide signs and/or shared lane markings..." AASHTO says a 2-foot shoulder is not wide enough for safe bicycle operation. The 1999 AASHTO guide states that bicycles require a minimum of 40 inches (1.0 m) of lateral operating space. It says that paved shoulders should be at least 4-feet wide to accommodate bicycles. It suggests that 5-feet is preferred and wider may be required adjacent to high speed and high volume motor traffic. It does recognize that any shoulder is better than none at all. The West Run shoulder would have to be 4-feet or more to be useful. Most motorists will not run over a bicyclist if they can see the bicyclist and have sufficient time to react. The first priority for the DOH then, should be to ensure that bicyclists are visible in the West Run corridor. Signage will help alert motorists to bicyclist presence. DOH must ensure that sight lines are long enough and speeds are low enough to allow all motorists to see bicyclists or slow-moving vehicles or stopped vehicles, to have sufficient time to decide what to do and to take the correct action. Most motorists will pass the bicyclist if and when they can. Almost no motorists obey the law that prohibits crossing the center line in such cases. Many motorists will cross the center line even when there is on-coming traffic or when they cannot see far enough ahead to ensure that there is no on-coming traffic such as when approaching a blind curve or blind hill crest. If the cyclist determines that moving to the right would provide sufficient space for the overtaking vehicle to pass him or her safely, the cyclist should move to the right. If the bicyclist judges that he or she cannot be passed safely, he or she must control the lane. How much space is sufficient depends on many factors. Some factors include lane width; whether the cyclist thinks an overtaking vehicle can see him or her; how fast the cyclist is going; how fast the overtaking vehicle is going; whether the cyclist is climbing, descending or riding on level road; how far ahead the cyclist can see; whether any traffic is coming; whether there's a paved shoulder; shoulder width; shoulder condition; what's adjacent to the roadway. If the cyclist determines that moving to the right will not provide sufficient space for the motorist to pass safely, the cyclist should take a position in the lane that prevents the motorist from passing. Beyond improving West Run Rd., the Bicycle Board recommends that the MPO and WVDOH reconsider the West Run alternatives described in the current 2030 Transportation Plan. These include a separate bike path through the West Run valley, an extension of the Poultry Farm Road to West Run Rd. and other alternatives connecting to West Run. I look forward to the opportunity to cruise West Run with you and Perry Keller so we can visualize and discuss these ideas on site. 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: Work on West Run
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 17 Jan '11

17 Jan '11

On 1/17/2011 5:21 PM, Ryan Post wrote: > > I considered the Van Voorhis to Rail Trail option, but that's a very > long and steep hill. Plus it's a long way around and isn't useful for > getting to HSC or Engineering campuses. > I was working with a group of people off the Bicycle Board (because this is in the County) about creating a connector from the bottom of Van Voorhis into Suncrest. This would cross a few private properties, but the vast percentage is owned by the District. This would be a fairly level route. The route up through the Research Park that Chet is talking about sounds good, too. -Jonathan > This is also approaching being able to have students from UHS be able > to ride, although Bakers Ridge road is still difficult with heavy > traffic during school in/out times. > > *From:*bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org > [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] *On Behalf Of *Don Spencer > *Sent:* Monday, January 17, 2011 12:22 PM > *To:* 'Frank Gmeindl'; 'Chet Parsons' > *Cc:* 'Bicycle Board' > *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run > > Frank -- From my perspective you and Chet are on target. A road > widening along West Run Road might suffice. It would seem that 11 feet > might suffice. I fear, however, that wide lanes without markings would > produce high rates of speed in places like West Run. If there could be > 13 foot motor vehicle lanes, then it might be safer to have bike lanes > (with intersection signage) to accommodate even lesser trained bicycle > riders. > > If the bicycle access can continue from West Run Road to the River, > part of the problems for bicycles on Van Voorhis can be avoided. To > travel from West Run Road, cyclists (and pedestrians) could have a > relatively flat trail access to and from the downtown and downtown > campuses and Star City streets via the rail trail. > > Don > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > *From:*Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] > *Sent:* Monday, January 17, 2011 11:50 AM > *To:* Chet Parsons > *Cc:* Don Spencer; Bicycle Board > *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run > > Thanks, Chet. I had already been there before I replied to Don. > Don's message seems to indicate that there's more detail than one > finds in the 2030 Transportation Plan to which you refer. Perhaps he > just meant that there are more options than we're considering. > > In the 2030 plan, a table of non-motorized projects, Table 30 begins > on page 111. One project there #8 is, "Include bike-ped facilities in > West Run road corridor". The descriptive text below the table says, > "This project will ensure that bicycles and pedestrians are > accommodated in the West Run Road transportation corridor and an > additional connection to the Mon River Trail is provided. As part of > the recommended roadway projects a bike trail is proposed along one > side of the road." Aside from the bike trail along one side of the > road, it doesn't say what those "facilities" might be. A map, Figure > 25 on page 98 shows West Run but adds no useful info. > > Three other projects that Don might be thinking of are #2, #3 and #4. > Project #2 is relevant because it connects the eastern terminus of > West Run Rd. near I-68 with the Decker Creek Trail through the Dug > Hill Rd. corridor. I raised that in the dialog below. The other > projects, as well as the remainder of #2 may be outside the scope of > the West Run project. The remainder of #2 goes out to Cheat Lake > along 857, #3 goes out Old Cheat Rd. and #4 connects Tyrone Rd. to the > Decker Creek Trail through Brookhaven Rd. and Dug Hill Rd. They all > involve adding a "bike lane/paved shoulder". Don are these what you > meant? > > Chet, thanks for prompting me to revisit the 2030 transportation plan. > I had forgot much of it. While looking for the pages you indicated, > I re-read the motorized plan for West Run. Page 109 contains a nice > arial view of the plan to widen West Run, add a 3rd lane from Riddle > to Van Voorhis and a description turn lanes to be added at Van Voohis, > Riddle, Stewartstown and 119. It will be interesting to compare what > DOH now has in mind with that which is currently in the 2030 plan. > > Also, I see that item 22 on page 101 is a 3-lane corridor from the > Research Park to West Run. That's a pretty big bike path:) > > I highly recommend that anyone who worked on the BB Bike Route map > study the map, Figure 25 on page 98 of section 9 of the 2030 plan, > http://www.plantogether.org/plan.html . It verifies what we did but > might give us some other ideas. > > Frank > > On Jan 17, 2011, at 10:13 AM, Chet Parsons wrote: > > I can jump in here - thanks for the idea Don. > > I think Don is referring to the nonmotorized segment of the 2030 Plan. > If you go to that location on the MPO website you can look at Chapter > Nine, the Recommended Plan (http://www.plantogether.org/plan.html). > If you go to Page 112 you'll see the nonmotorized Plan. Most of the > items referenced are footnoted with a number in a circle - these are > highway projects that have a nonmotorized component. You can look > back at Table 29 on page 101 for a listing of all the highway projects > and their associated costs. Note item 22 there. > > Table 30 shows the nonmotorized projects - of note are item 8 for West > Run Road (note this plan was done before all the stuff got developed > on West Run between Stewartstown and 119. > > Chet > > On Mon, Jan 17, 2011 at 9:18 AM, Frank Gmeindl > <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net <mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net>> wrote: > > Don, > > What is the MPO bicycle route plan? Can you point me to it? I did a > cursory search of the MPO website and didn't find it. I did find a > "screening addendum" (attached) that contains a map showing a couple > options around Dug Hill Rd. Is that it? > > Frank > > On Jan 16, 2011, at 10:44 PM, Don Spencer wrote: > > Frank -- On the West Run related issues, I urge you to take a look at > the MPO bicycle route plan. There is quite a few recommendations in > that plan for establishing a "ring route" from the rail trail in > Sabraton to Easton Hill and then down West Run to the River. The > information does not address the width issues per se, but I think that > referencing the Plan in our discussions with the MPO and DOH is to our > advantage. > > Don > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > *From:*bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org > <mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org> > [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org > <mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org>] *On Behalf Of *Gunnar Shogren > *Sent:* Thursday, January 13, 2011 12:47 PM > *To:* Frank Gmeindl > *Cc:* Bicycle Board > *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run > > On Thu, Jan 13, 2011 at 12:40 PM, Frank Gmeindl > <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net <mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net>> wrote: > > I think we have two concepts. One, is to modify West Run Road to > make it more bike friendly and Two is a segregated path. > > > > Modify West Run Rd. > > For many years before the District, I rode West Run Rd. several > times/week around 5 pm., always from east to west. See map at > http://tinyurl.com/46ofgs3 It was fine except that occasionally, I'd > be head-on with some junior doctor zipping along in his BMW or S-2000 > and we'd both be eyeing the fence posts, mailboxes and culverts for > room to squeeze by. Improving sight-lines is imperative; widening > would be nice; shared lane markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane > signs, or at least share the road signs would help. Moving, leveling > and realigning the intersection with 119 is also imperative. > > > > I used to ride the old bike route over White Avenue to Dug Hill Rd, > Pierpont Rd., across 857, down Old Cheat Rd. to Easton then along 119 > to West Run as shown on the map at http://tinyurl.com/46ofgs3. Except > for the little stretches of 857 and 119, there wasn't much traffic but > it's quite hilly and would probably discourage novices. However, once > West Run is improved, it would be a suitable extension of the bike > route with appropriate mapping to indicate the hills and to warn of > the high traffic zones on 857 and 119. > > > > Segregated Path > > The best segregated path option would be as I think Chet is > suggesting, basically between West Run Rd. and West Run creek. Heck, > let's propose to go all the way to the Mon River trail in the long run. > > > > Coming from the District out to Easton, you can cross Easton Hill Rd. > and continue out West Run Rd. where it dead-ends at I-68. Crossing > the intersection by Easton School will be a challenge. Before I-68, > West Run Rd. used to continue up the hill to Pierpont Rd. (Who hasn't > ridden through the West Run culverts under I-68? Perhaps you missed > the BB initiation ceremony;) > > > > Don Spencer has told me that there has been some discussion of > running a trail along the west side of I-68 over to Sabraton. We > should explore this. Then, we could connect with the Decker Creek > trail and have a bicycle beltway around the City:) My concern remains > that if we put all our energy into projects like this, it will > eventually become impossible to ride your bike from the trail to any > practical destination because we were diverted from reclaiming the > streets that were ours to being with. > > > > At Easton, going up Easton Hill and across the Mileground should be > an option that could be handled by a bicycle climbing lane. If they > can crane a shopping center and housing development on the side of > that hill and add a full-width travel lane and roundabouts to the > Mileground, they can add 8 feet to Easton Hill for a bicycle climbing > lane! I still occasionally ride up Easton Hill. It's not pleasant > and if you don't take the lane, you'll get squeezed into the guard > rail. It is nearly impossible to walk up or down there though because > there is absolutely no shoulder. > > Untrue! > We've seen our buddy NickH going up it a few times. Did not seem like > it would be a pleasant experience *at* *all*. But maybe Nick can > chime in here. > > > The hundreds of people living in that valley now would be stranded > and starve to death when the gasoline runs out. > > And this would be a bad thing? > > > > > Frank > > > > On Jan 13, 2011, at 11:18 AM, Gunnar Shogren wrote: > > > >> Wider road and signage. > >> I've biked on it off and on throughout the years, problem is that it > >> just doesn't lead anywhere easily, there's a big hill off it as soon > >> as you go toward town, or even go away from town. > >> Sure not many folks use it now, but perhaps they would if even to go > >> from Apt complex to complex, to play XBox or Magic: The Gathering. > >> Widen that puppy and put some signs up. Nice wide shoulder just to > >> ease the minds of less experienced cyclists as well. > >> > >> On Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 3:00 PM, Chet Parsons <chetparsons(a)gmail.com > <mailto:chetparsons@gmail.com>> wrote: > >>> I think Bill Austin already has this stuff in his head, but here's > my two > >>> cents. > >>> The section from Van Voorhis to Stewartstown can be used in > combination of > >>> on-street markings and using the floodplain owned by WVU (basically > from the > >>> dairy farm to Pineview). Once you get to Stewartstown, Ryan is right. > >>> You'll need to cut down behind Copper Beech and up between it and > the stuff > >>> up on the backside of the Mileground. Follow that route until you > get to > >>> Easton School, which will be closed soon anyway. Then tie in to > whatever > >>> new development is getting ready to go in along 857 out to I-68. > If you > >>> haven't noticed, the DOH has been clearing and widening 857 for about 4 > >>> months now and my bet is that there will be a new development with an > >>> additional access point by summer. > >>> Another option, but will probably be a more expensive easement, is > to create > >>> a couple switchbacks up the farm on the opposite side of the hill > as West > >>> Run Apartments and then run a path through the apartment complex > and out to > >>> 119/857. > >>> Chet > >>> > >>> On Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 2:49 PM, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com > <mailto:rpostwvu@gmail.com>> wrote: > >>>> > >>>> West Run, from Stewartstown to 119 (where all the houses are), is > twisty, > >>>> narrow and hilly. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Given those conditions, it can never be bike friendly. Road needs > widened > >>>> and/or straightened significantly. Or create a separate bike/walk > path. I > >>>> doubt many would walk however, since there's very little within ½ > mile. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> It's a no-man's land of bad planning and shouldn't have been Zoned > on w/o > >>>> correcting the road first, IMO. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org > <mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org> > [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On > >>>> Behalf Of Frank Gmeindl > >>>> Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2011 7:36 AM > >>>> To: Bicycle Board > >>>> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Bicycle Board Members, > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Heads up. What are your ideas for making West Run more bicycle > friendly? > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> I don't know what DOH is planning for West Run yet. I'll keep you > posted. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Frank > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Begin forwarded message: > >>>> > >>>> From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)moncpc.org <mailto:baustin@moncpc.org>> > >>>> > >>>> Date: January 11, 2011 4:30:44 PM EST > >>>> > >>>> To: "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > <mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net>> > >>>> > >>>> Subject: Work on West Run > >>>> > >>>> Frank, > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> DOH has a project to improve West Run. They would like to work > with you > >>>> and the Board on the proper way to accommodate cyclists. I would > appreciate > >>>> discussing the matter with you prior to the CAC Meeting Thursday. > Also, they > >>>> let me know they identified five grates along Mon Boulevard that > they will > >>>> be replacing. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> 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 > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> "Nobody can go back and make a new beginning, but anyone can start > today > >>>> and make a new ending."-Maria Robinson > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> _______________________________________________ > >>>> Bikeboard mailing list > >>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org <mailto:Bikeboard@cheat.org> > >>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >>> > >>> > >>> _______________________________________________ > >>> Bikeboard mailing list > >>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org <mailto:Bikeboard@cheat.org> > >>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >>> > >> > >> _______________________________________________ > >> Bikeboard mailing list > >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org <mailto:Bikeboard@cheat.org> > >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org <mailto:Bikeboard@cheat.org> > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com/> > Version: 10.0.1191 / Virus Database: 1435/3375 - Release Date: 01/12/11 > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org <mailto:Bikeboard@cheat.org> > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com> > Version: 10.0.1191 / Virus Database: 1435/3386 - Release Date: 01/17/11 > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Parking Committee Meeting
by Chip Wamsley 17 Jan '11

17 Jan '11

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Tue, 11 Jan 2011 21:17:26 -0500 All, Here are some points for discussion, along with some locker comparisons--I'll have copies, so no need to print. Attachments in non docx below. Chip >I suppose you're talking about the 8:30 am meeting tomorrow, Wednesday at Zen Clay. > >I plan on being there after I shovel my and my neighbor's sidewalks. > >Zen Clay's great coffee should taste especially good then! They usually have those fresh-out-of-the-oven muffins that early as well. > >Ah, what's the agenda again? > >Frank > >On Jan 11, 2011, at 9:01 PM, Gunnar Shogren wrote: > >> Speak up now or forever hold your peace, >> >> On whether or not you think the meeting should go on, or enough of you >> won't be able to make it, in which case we'll postpone it. >> >> As of now, it is on, but Alice can't make it. >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > >_______________________________________________ >Bikeboard mailing list >Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Fwd: phone book community pages
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Jan '11

17 Jan '11

Wonderful! Thanks to Aira, Chip, gunnar and Ryan for making this happen! Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Chip Wamsley" <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> > Date: January 17, 2011 7:47:11 PM EST > To: <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: phone book community pages > Reply-To: <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> > > Frank, > > FYI, the new phone books are out. See attached photo. > > Chip > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Jan '11

17 Jan '11

Don, What is the MPO bicycle route plan? Can you point me to it? I did a cursory search of the MPO website and didn't find it. I did find a "screening addendum" (attached) that contains a map showing a couple options around Dug Hill Rd. Is that it? Frank On Jan 16, 2011, at 10:44 PM, Don Spencer wrote: > Frank – On the West Run related issues, I urge you to take a look at the MPO bicycle route plan. There is quite a few recommendations in that plan for establishing a “ring route” from the rail trail in Sabraton to Easton Hill and then down West Run to the River. The information does not address the width issues per se, but I think that referencing the Plan in our discussions with the MPO and DOH is to our advantage. > > Don > > From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On Behalf Of Gunnar Shogren > Sent: Thursday, January 13, 2011 12:47 PM > To: Frank Gmeindl > Cc: Bicycle Board > Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run > > On Thu, Jan 13, 2011 at 12:40 PM, Frank Gmeindl > <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: > > I think we have two concepts. One, is to modify West Run Road to make it more bike friendly and Two is a segregated path. > > > > Modify West Run Rd. > > For many years before the District, I rode West Run Rd. several times/week around 5 pm., always from east to west. See map at http://tinyurl.com/46ofgs3 It was fine except that occasionally, I'd be head-on with some junior doctor zipping along in his BMW or S-2000 and we'd both be eyeing the fence posts, mailboxes and culverts for room to squeeze by. Improving sight-lines is imperative; widening would be nice; shared lane markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs, or at least share the road signs would help. Moving, leveling and realigning the intersection with 119 is also imperative. > > > > I used to ride the old bike route over White Avenue to Dug Hill Rd, Pierpont Rd., across 857, down Old Cheat Rd. to Easton then along 119 to West Run as shown on the map at http://tinyurl.com/46ofgs3. Except for the little stretches of 857 and 119, there wasn't much traffic but it's quite hilly and would probably discourage novices. However, once West Run is improved, it would be a suitable extension of the bike route with appropriate mapping to indicate the hills and to warn of the high traffic zones on 857 and 119. > > > > Segregated Path > > The best segregated path option would be as I think Chet is suggesting, basically between West Run Rd. and West Run creek. Heck, let's propose to go all the way to the Mon River trail in the long run. > > > > Coming from the District out to Easton, you can cross Easton Hill Rd. and continue out West Run Rd. where it dead-ends at I-68. Crossing the intersection by Easton School will be a challenge. Before I-68, West Run Rd. used to continue up the hill to Pierpont Rd. (Who hasn't ridden through the West Run culverts under I-68? Perhaps you missed the BB initiation ceremony;) > > > > Don Spencer has told me that there has been some discussion of running a trail along the west side of I-68 over to Sabraton. We should explore this. Then, we could connect with the Decker Creek trail and have a bicycle beltway around the City:) My concern remains that if we put all our energy into projects like this, it will eventually become impossible to ride your bike from the trail to any practical destination because we were diverted from reclaiming the streets that were ours to being with. > > > > At Easton, going up Easton Hill and across the Mileground should be an option that could be handled by a bicycle climbing lane. If they can crane a shopping center and housing development on the side of that hill and add a full-width travel lane and roundabouts to the Mileground, they can add 8 feet to Easton Hill for a bicycle climbing lane! I still occasionally ride up Easton Hill. It's not pleasant and if you don't take the lane, you'll get squeezed into the guard rail. It is nearly impossible to walk up or down there though because there is absolutely no shoulder. > > Untrue! > We've seen our buddy NickH going up it a few times. Did not seem like > it would be a pleasant experience *at* *all*. But maybe Nick can > chime in here. > > > The hundreds of people living in that valley now would be stranded and starve to death when the gasoline runs out. > > And this would be a bad thing? > > > > > Frank > > > > On Jan 13, 2011, at 11:18 AM, Gunnar Shogren wrote: > > > >> Wider road and signage. > >> I've biked on it off and on throughout the years, problem is that it > >> just doesn't lead anywhere easily, there's a big hill off it as soon > >> as you go toward town, or even go away from town. > >> Sure not many folks use it now, but perhaps they would if even to go > >> from Apt complex to complex, to play XBox or Magic: The Gathering. > >> Widen that puppy and put some signs up. Nice wide shoulder just to > >> ease the minds of less experienced cyclists as well. > >> > >> On Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 3:00 PM, Chet Parsons <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >>> I think Bill Austin already has this stuff in his head, but here's my two > >>> cents. > >>> The section from Van Voorhis to Stewartstown can be used in combination of > >>> on-street markings and using the floodplain owned by WVU (basically from the > >>> dairy farm to Pineview). Once you get to Stewartstown, Ryan is right. > >>> You'll need to cut down behind Copper Beech and up between it and the stuff > >>> up on the backside of the Mileground. Follow that route until you get to > >>> Easton School, which will be closed soon anyway. Then tie in to whatever > >>> new development is getting ready to go in along 857 out to I-68. If you > >>> haven't noticed, the DOH has been clearing and widening 857 for about 4 > >>> months now and my bet is that there will be a new development with an > >>> additional access point by summer. > >>> Another option, but will probably be a more expensive easement, is to create > >>> a couple switchbacks up the farm on the opposite side of the hill as West > >>> Run Apartments and then run a path through the apartment complex and out to > >>> 119/857. > >>> Chet > >>> > >>> On Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 2:49 PM, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >>>> > >>>> West Run, from Stewartstown to 119 (where all the houses are), is twisty, > >>>> narrow and hilly. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Given those conditions, it can never be bike friendly. Road needs widened > >>>> and/or straightened significantly. Or create a separate bike/walk path. I > >>>> doubt many would walk however, since there’s very little within ½ mile. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> It’s a no-man’s land of bad planning and shouldn’t have been Zoned on w/o > >>>> correcting the road first, IMO. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On > >>>> Behalf Of Frank Gmeindl > >>>> Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2011 7:36 AM > >>>> To: Bicycle Board > >>>> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Bicycle Board Members, > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Heads up. What are your ideas for making West Run more bicycle friendly? > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> I don't know what DOH is planning for West Run yet. I'll keep you posted. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Frank > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Begin forwarded message: > >>>> > >>>> From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)moncpc.org> > >>>> > >>>> Date: January 11, 2011 4:30:44 PM EST > >>>> > >>>> To: "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > >>>> > >>>> Subject: Work on West Run > >>>> > >>>> Frank, > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> DOH has a project to improve West Run. They would like to work with you > >>>> and the Board on the proper way to accommodate cyclists. I would appreciate > >>>> discussing the matter with you prior to the CAC Meeting Thursday. Also, they > >>>> let me know they identified five grates along Mon Boulevard that they will > >>>> be replacing. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> 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 > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> “Nobody can go back and make a new beginning, but anyone can start today > >>>> and make a new ending.”-Maria Robinson > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> _______________________________________________ > >>>> Bikeboard mailing list > >>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > >>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >>> > >>> > >>> _______________________________________________ > >>> Bikeboard mailing list > >>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > >>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >>> > >> > >> _______________________________________________ > >> Bikeboard mailing list > >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 10.0.1191 / Virus Database: 1435/3375 - Release Date: 01/12/11 >

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Fwd: Fwd: Work on West Run
by Chet Parsons 16 Jan '11

16 Jan '11

Whoops - didn't hit reply all. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Chet Parsons <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, Jan 13, 2011 at 3:06 PM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> I was thinking more direct connection via the research park. We tried to get them to agree to continue a road over the back of the hill down the natural gulley from the book depository area through the floodplain (cornfield) and meet up with West Run around the point where the farm entrance hits West Run. Try this link http://bit.ly/e9pmVu As far as Maple Drive, it will at a minimum be reconfigured so that it will close to through traffic. The plan I have seen thus far is for a new connection from Don Nehlen Drive to come directly across 705/Chestnut Ridge and go back over the hill for a dedicated entrance to Mon General. That is why the trailer park and other properties in that area have been purchased. Alpha Associates is the lead on this one along with Mon General. Chet On Thu, Jan 13, 2011 at 2:50 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>wrote: > I don't know what route you're proposing. On the bike route map that I > sent on Jan. 7, Subject: Bike Route Map, you'll see that the route connects > the old poultry farm and research park area to West Run via Maple Dr., > Heritage Pt., J.D. Anderson Dr., Pineview Dr., Riddle St., Charles St., > Perry Ave., Hickory St., Winona Av., Bishop Dr. and Riddle St.. It is > really rather pleasant with one big hill. > > I understand that plans may be afoot that would wipe out Maple Dr. Does > anybody know what they are? > > On Jan 13, 2011, at 2:06 PM, Chip Wamsley wrote: > > > > > ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- > > From: Chet Parsons <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> > > Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2011 14:00:21 -0500 > > > > Going across the old poultry farm by the research park is a great idea as > many of those people working there might be great end users. > > > > > > > >> Jim Rye rides Easton Hill all the time. Again NOT A FUN LOOKING RIDE. > >> > >> I still don't see why we can't work with WVU to get access across the > old > >> poultry farm and come down on the back side of the research park to West > >> Run. Connect right into Suncrest Town Center and the couple of housing > >> complexes as well as Stewart St etc downtown. I guess maybe this hasn't > >> been discussed since before Hugh came on board. Maybe worth revisiting > - > >> last time I talked it up it was shot down by Russ Lorince with the > research > >> corporation. > >> > >> Chet > >> > >> On Thu, Jan 13, 2011 at 12:47 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> > >>> On Thu, Jan 13, 2011 at 12:40 PM, Frank Gmeindl > >>> <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: > >>>> I think we have two concepts. One, is to modify West Run Road to make > it > >>> more bike friendly and Two is a segregated path. > >>>> > >>>> Modify West Run Rd. > >>>> For many years before the District, I rode West Run Rd. several > >>> times/week around 5 pm., always from east to west. See map at > >>> http://tinyurl.com/46ofgs3 It was fine except that occasionally, I'd > be > >>> head-on with some junior doctor zipping along in his BMW or S-2000 and > we'd > >>> both be eyeing the fence posts, mailboxes and culverts for room to > squeeze > >>> by. Improving sight-lines is imperative; widening would be nice; > shared > >>> lane markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs, or at least share > the > >>> road signs would help. Moving, leveling and realigning the > intersection > >>> with 119 is also imperative. > >>>> > >>>> I used to ride the old bike route over White Avenue to Dug Hill Rd, > >>> Pierpont Rd., across 857, down Old Cheat Rd. to Easton then along 119 > to > >>> West Run as shown on the map at http://tinyurl.com/46ofgs3. Except > for > >>> the little stretches of 857 and 119, there wasn't much traffic but it's > >>> quite hilly and would probably discourage novices. However, once West > Run > >>> is improved, it would be a suitable extension of the bike route with > >>> appropriate mapping to indicate the hills and to warn of the high > traffic > >>> zones on 857 and 119. > >>>> > >>>> Segregated Path > >>>> The best segregated path option would be as I think Chet is > suggesting, > >>> basically between West Run Rd. and West Run creek. Heck, let's propose > to > >>> go all the way to the Mon River trail in the long run. > >>>> > >>>> Coming from the District out to Easton, you can cross Easton Hill Rd. > and > >>> continue out West Run Rd. where it dead-ends at I-68. Crossing the > >>> intersection by Easton School will be a challenge. Before I-68, West > Run > >>> Rd. used to continue up the hill to Pierpont Rd. (Who hasn't ridden > through > >>> the West Run culverts under I-68? Perhaps you missed the BB initiation > >>> ceremony;) > >>>> > >>>> Don Spencer has told me that there has been some discussion of running > a > >>> trail along the west side of I-68 over to Sabraton. We should explore > this. > >>> Then, we could connect with the Decker Creek trail and have a bicycle > >>> beltway around the City:) My concern remains that if we put all our > energy > >>> into projects like this, it will eventually become impossible to ride > your > >>> bike from the trail to any practical destination because we were > diverted > >>> from reclaiming the streets that were ours to being with. > >>>> > >>>> At Easton, going up Easton Hill and across the Mileground should be an > >>> option that could be handled by a bicycle climbing lane. If they can > crane > >>> a shopping center and housing development on the side of that hill and > add a > >>> full-width travel lane and roundabouts to the Mileground, they can add > 8 > >>> feet to Easton Hill for a bicycle climbing lane! I still occasionally > ride > >>> up Easton Hill. It's not pleasant and if you don't take the lane, > you'll > >>> get squeezed into the guard rail. It is nearly impossible to walk up > or > >>> down there though because there is absolutely no shoulder. > >>> > >>> Untrue! > >>> We've seen our buddy NickH going up it a few times. Did not seem like > >>> it would be a pleasant experience *at* *all*. But maybe Nick can > >>> chime in here. > >>> > >>>> The hundreds of people living in that valley now would be stranded and > >>> starve to death when the gasoline runs out. > >>> > >>> And this would be a bad thing? > >>> > >>>> > >>>> Frank > >>>> > >>>> On Jan 13, 2011, at 11:18 AM, Gunnar Shogren wrote: > >>>> > >>>>> Wider road and signage. > >>>>> I've biked on it off and on throughout the years, problem is that it > >>>>> just doesn't lead anywhere easily, there's a big hill off it as soon > >>>>> as you go toward town, or even go away from town. > >>>>> Sure not many folks use it now, but perhaps they would if even to go > >>>>> from Apt complex to complex, to play XBox or Magic: The Gathering. > >>>>> Widen that puppy and put some signs up. Nice wide shoulder just to > >>>>> ease the minds of less experienced cyclists as well. > >>>>> > >>>>> On Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 3:00 PM, Chet Parsons <chetparsons(a)gmail.com > > > >>> wrote: > >>>>>> I think Bill Austin already has this stuff in his head, but here's > my > >>> two > >>>>>> cents. > >>>>>> The section from Van Voorhis to Stewartstown can be used in > combination > >>> of > >>>>>> on-street markings and using the floodplain owned by WVU (basically > >>> from the > >>>>>> dairy farm to Pineview). Once you get to Stewartstown, Ryan is > right. > >>>>>> You'll need to cut down behind Copper Beech and up between it and > the > >>> stuff > >>>>>> up on the backside of the Mileground. Follow that route until you > get > >>> to > >>>>>> Easton School, which will be closed soon anyway. Then tie in to > >>> whatever > >>>>>> new development is getting ready to go in along 857 out to I-68. If > >>> you > >>>>>> haven't noticed, the DOH has been clearing and widening 857 for > about 4 > >>>>>> months now and my bet is that there will be a new development with > an > >>>>>> additional access point by summer. > >>>>>> Another option, but will probably be a more expensive easement, is > to > >>> create > >>>>>> a couple switchbacks up the farm on the opposite side of the hill as > >>> West > >>>>>> Run Apartments and then run a path through the apartment complex and > >>> out to > >>>>>> 119/857. > >>>>>> Chet > >>>>>> > >>>>>> On Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 2:49 PM, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> West Run, from Stewartstown to 119 (where all the houses are), is > >>> twisty, > >>>>>>> narrow and hilly. > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> Given those conditions, it can never be bike friendly. Road needs > >>> widened > >>>>>>> and/or straightened significantly. Or create a separate bike/walk > >>> path. I > >>>>>>> doubt many would walk however, since there’s very little within ½ > >>> mile. > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> It’s a no-man’s land of bad planning and shouldn’t have been Zoned > on > >>> w/o > >>>>>>> correcting the road first, IMO. > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto: > bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org] > >>> On > >>>>>>> Behalf Of Frank Gmeindl > >>>>>>> Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2011 7:36 AM > >>>>>>> To: Bicycle Board > >>>>>>> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> Bicycle Board Members, > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> Heads up. What are your ideas for making West Run more bicycle > >>> friendly? > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> I don't know what DOH is planning for West Run yet. I'll keep you > >>> posted. > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> Frank > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> Begin forwarded message: > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)moncpc.org> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> Date: January 11, 2011 4:30:44 PM EST > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> To: "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> Subject: Work on West Run > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> Frank, > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> DOH has a project to improve West Run. They would like to work with > >>> you > >>>>>>> and the Board on the proper way to accommodate cyclists. I would > >>> appreciate > >>>>>>> discussing the matter with you prior to the CAC Meeting Thursday. > >>> Also, they > >>>>>>> let me know they identified five grates along Mon Boulevard that > they > >>> will > >>>>>>> be replacing. > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> 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 > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> “Nobody can go back and make a new beginning, but anyone can start > >>> today > >>>>>>> and make a new ending.”-Maria Robinson > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> _______________________________________________ > >>>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list > >>>>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > >>>>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >>>>>> > >>>>>> > >>>>>> _______________________________________________ > >>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list > >>>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > >>>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >>>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> _______________________________________________ > >>>>> Bikeboard mailing list > >>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > >>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >>>> > >>>> > >>> > >> > >> > >> > >> > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Bikeboard mailing list > > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Jan '11

13 Jan '11

I don't know what route you're proposing. On the bike route map that I sent on Jan. 7, Subject: Bike Route Map, you'll see that the route connects the old poultry farm and research park area to West Run via Maple Dr., Heritage Pt., J.D. Anderson Dr., Pineview Dr., Riddle St., Charles St., Perry Ave., Hickory St., Winona Av., Bishop Dr. and Riddle St.. It is really rather pleasant with one big hill. I understand that plans may be afoot that would wipe out Maple Dr. Does anybody know what they are? On Jan 13, 2011, at 2:06 PM, Chip Wamsley wrote: > > ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- > From: Chet Parsons <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> > Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2011 14:00:21 -0500 > > Going across the old poultry farm by the research park is a great idea as many of those people working there might be great end users. > > > >> Jim Rye rides Easton Hill all the time. Again NOT A FUN LOOKING RIDE. >> >> I still don't see why we can't work with WVU to get access across the old >> poultry farm and come down on the back side of the research park to West >> Run. Connect right into Suncrest Town Center and the couple of housing >> complexes as well as Stewart St etc downtown. I guess maybe this hasn't >> been discussed since before Hugh came on board. Maybe worth revisiting - >> last time I talked it up it was shot down by Russ Lorince with the research >> corporation. >> >> Chet >> >> On Thu, Jan 13, 2011 at 12:47 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> On Thu, Jan 13, 2011 at 12:40 PM, Frank Gmeindl >>> <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: >>>> I think we have two concepts. One, is to modify West Run Road to make it >>> more bike friendly and Two is a segregated path. >>>> >>>> Modify West Run Rd. >>>> For many years before the District, I rode West Run Rd. several >>> times/week around 5 pm., always from east to west. See map at >>> http://tinyurl.com/46ofgs3 It was fine except that occasionally, I'd be >>> head-on with some junior doctor zipping along in his BMW or S-2000 and we'd >>> both be eyeing the fence posts, mailboxes and culverts for room to squeeze >>> by. Improving sight-lines is imperative; widening would be nice; shared >>> lane markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs, or at least share the >>> road signs would help. Moving, leveling and realigning the intersection >>> with 119 is also imperative. >>>> >>>> I used to ride the old bike route over White Avenue to Dug Hill Rd, >>> Pierpont Rd., across 857, down Old Cheat Rd. to Easton then along 119 to >>> West Run as shown on the map at http://tinyurl.com/46ofgs3. Except for >>> the little stretches of 857 and 119, there wasn't much traffic but it's >>> quite hilly and would probably discourage novices. However, once West Run >>> is improved, it would be a suitable extension of the bike route with >>> appropriate mapping to indicate the hills and to warn of the high traffic >>> zones on 857 and 119. >>>> >>>> Segregated Path >>>> The best segregated path option would be as I think Chet is suggesting, >>> basically between West Run Rd. and West Run creek. Heck, let's propose to >>> go all the way to the Mon River trail in the long run. >>>> >>>> Coming from the District out to Easton, you can cross Easton Hill Rd. and >>> continue out West Run Rd. where it dead-ends at I-68. Crossing the >>> intersection by Easton School will be a challenge. Before I-68, West Run >>> Rd. used to continue up the hill to Pierpont Rd. (Who hasn't ridden through >>> the West Run culverts under I-68? Perhaps you missed the BB initiation >>> ceremony;) >>>> >>>> Don Spencer has told me that there has been some discussion of running a >>> trail along the west side of I-68 over to Sabraton. We should explore this. >>> Then, we could connect with the Decker Creek trail and have a bicycle >>> beltway around the City:) My concern remains that if we put all our energy >>> into projects like this, it will eventually become impossible to ride your >>> bike from the trail to any practical destination because we were diverted >>> from reclaiming the streets that were ours to being with. >>>> >>>> At Easton, going up Easton Hill and across the Mileground should be an >>> option that could be handled by a bicycle climbing lane. If they can crane >>> a shopping center and housing development on the side of that hill and add a >>> full-width travel lane and roundabouts to the Mileground, they can add 8 >>> feet to Easton Hill for a bicycle climbing lane! I still occasionally ride >>> up Easton Hill. It's not pleasant and if you don't take the lane, you'll >>> get squeezed into the guard rail. It is nearly impossible to walk up or >>> down there though because there is absolutely no shoulder. >>> >>> Untrue! >>> We've seen our buddy NickH going up it a few times. Did not seem like >>> it would be a pleasant experience *at* *all*. But maybe Nick can >>> chime in here. >>> >>>> The hundreds of people living in that valley now would be stranded and >>> starve to death when the gasoline runs out. >>> >>> And this would be a bad thing? >>> >>>> >>>> Frank >>>> >>>> On Jan 13, 2011, at 11:18 AM, Gunnar Shogren wrote: >>>> >>>>> Wider road and signage. >>>>> I've biked on it off and on throughout the years, problem is that it >>>>> just doesn't lead anywhere easily, there's a big hill off it as soon >>>>> as you go toward town, or even go away from town. >>>>> Sure not many folks use it now, but perhaps they would if even to go >>>>> from Apt complex to complex, to play XBox or Magic: The Gathering. >>>>> Widen that puppy and put some signs up. Nice wide shoulder just to >>>>> ease the minds of less experienced cyclists as well. >>>>> >>>>> On Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 3:00 PM, Chet Parsons <chetparsons(a)gmail.com> >>> wrote: >>>>>> I think Bill Austin already has this stuff in his head, but here's my >>> two >>>>>> cents. >>>>>> The section from Van Voorhis to Stewartstown can be used in combination >>> of >>>>>> on-street markings and using the floodplain owned by WVU (basically >>> from the >>>>>> dairy farm to Pineview). Once you get to Stewartstown, Ryan is right. >>>>>> You'll need to cut down behind Copper Beech and up between it and the >>> stuff >>>>>> up on the backside of the Mileground. Follow that route until you get >>> to >>>>>> Easton School, which will be closed soon anyway. Then tie in to >>> whatever >>>>>> new development is getting ready to go in along 857 out to I-68. If >>> you >>>>>> haven't noticed, the DOH has been clearing and widening 857 for about 4 >>>>>> months now and my bet is that there will be a new development with an >>>>>> additional access point by summer. >>>>>> Another option, but will probably be a more expensive easement, is to >>> create >>>>>> a couple switchbacks up the farm on the opposite side of the hill as >>> West >>>>>> Run Apartments and then run a path through the apartment complex and >>> out to >>>>>> 119/857. >>>>>> Chet >>>>>> >>>>>> On Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 2:49 PM, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> West Run, from Stewartstown to 119 (where all the houses are), is >>> twisty, >>>>>>> narrow and hilly. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Given those conditions, it can never be bike friendly. Road needs >>> widened >>>>>>> and/or straightened significantly. Or create a separate bike/walk >>> path. I >>>>>>> doubt many would walk however, since there’s very little within ½ >>> mile. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> It’s a no-man’s land of bad planning and shouldn’t have been Zoned on >>> w/o >>>>>>> correcting the road first, IMO. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] >>> On >>>>>>> Behalf Of Frank Gmeindl >>>>>>> Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2011 7:36 AM >>>>>>> To: Bicycle Board >>>>>>> Subject: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Bicycle Board Members, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Heads up. What are your ideas for making West Run more bicycle >>> friendly? >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> I don't know what DOH is planning for West Run yet. I'll keep you >>> posted. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Frank >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Begin forwarded message: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)moncpc.org> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Date: January 11, 2011 4:30:44 PM EST >>>>>>> >>>>>>> To: "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Subject: Work on West Run >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Frank, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> DOH has a project to improve West Run. They would like to work with >>> you >>>>>>> and the Board on the proper way to accommodate cyclists. I would >>> appreciate >>>>>>> discussing the matter with you prior to the CAC Meeting Thursday. >>> Also, they >>>>>>> let me know they identified five grates along Mon Boulevard that they >>> will >>>>>>> be replacing. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> 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 >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> “Nobody can go back and make a new beginning, but anyone can start >>> today >>>>>>> and make a new ending.”-Maria Robinson >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>>>> >>>>> >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>> >>>> >>> >> >> >> >> > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Bicycling Education Grant Proposal
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Jan '11

13 Jan '11

Jeff, Please find attached, the Bicycle Board's proposal for the follow-on Morgantown Effective Bicycling Education Program grant. The attached folder includes the proposal, a report of accomplishments over the first year of the current grant and a detailed cost estimate worksheet for the proposed follow-on. We provide the detailed cost estimate worksheet for your information. The cost portion of the proposal contains a summary cost for each of the proposed 14 tasks. We did not include the detailed cost estimate in the proposal because it may contain more detail than the WVDOT wants. Please let me know if this satisfies your needs for submission to the WVDOT. 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: Work on West Run
by Chet Parsons 13 Jan '11

13 Jan '11

I think Bill Austin already has this stuff in his head, but here's my two cents. The section from Van Voorhis to Stewartstown can be used in combination of on-street markings and using the floodplain owned by WVU (basically from the dairy farm to Pineview). Once you get to Stewartstown, Ryan is right. You'll need to cut down behind Copper Beech and up between it and the stuff up on the backside of the Mileground. Follow that route until you get to Easton School, which will be closed soon anyway. Then tie in to whatever new development is getting ready to go in along 857 out to I-68. If you haven't noticed, the DOH has been clearing and widening 857 for about 4 months now and my bet is that there will be a new development with an additional access point by summer. Another option, but will probably be a more expensive easement, is to create a couple switchbacks up the farm on the opposite side of the hill as West Run Apartments and then run a path through the apartment complex and out to 119/857. Chet On Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 2:49 PM, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> wrote: > West Run, from Stewartstown to 119 (where all the houses are), is twisty, > narrow and hilly. > > > > Given those conditions, it can never be bike friendly. Road needs widened > and/or straightened significantly. Or create a separate bike/walk path. I > doubt many would walk however, since there’s very little within ½ mile. > > > > It’s a no-man’s land of bad planning and shouldn’t have been Zoned on w/o > correcting the road first, IMO. > > > > *From:* bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] *On > Behalf Of *Frank Gmeindl > *Sent:* Wednesday, January 12, 2011 7:36 AM > *To:* Bicycle Board > *Subject:* [Bikeboard] Fwd: Work on West Run > > > > Bicycle Board Members, > > > > Heads up. What are your ideas for making West Run more bicycle friendly? > > > > I don't know what DOH is planning for West Run yet. I'll keep you posted. > > > > Frank > > > > > > Begin forwarded message: > > > > *From: *"Bill Austin" <baustin(a)moncpc.org> > > *Date: *January 11, 2011 4:30:44 PM EST > > *To: *"'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > > *Subject: Work on West Run* > > > > Frank, > > > > DOH has a project to improve West Run. They would like to work with you and > the Board on the proper way to accommodate cyclists. I would appreciate > discussing the matter with you prior to the CAC Meeting Thursday. Also, they > let me know they identified five grates along Mon Boulevard that they will > be replacing. > > > > 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 > > > > “Nobody can go back and make a new beginning, but anyone can start today > and make a new ending.”-Maria Robinson > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Survey
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Jan '11

13 Jan '11

Parking Committee Members, As we discussed at this morning's meeting, we are going to do a survey to determine who would use bike lockers, how much they would be willing to pay and where we should put them. If you have additional ideas on what we should try to learn with the survey or how we should construct the survey, please reply-all with them. Thanks to all of you that turned out in these challenging conditions! Frank

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Venue change
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Jan '11

12 Jan '11

Zen Clay doesn't open til 10. Parking meeting moved to McDonalds.

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Fwd: Work on West Run
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Jan '11

12 Jan '11

Bicycle Board Members, Heads up. What are your ideas for making West Run more bicycle friendly? I don't know what DOH is planning for West Run yet. I'll keep you posted. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)moncpc.org> > Date: January 11, 2011 4:30:44 PM EST > To: "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Work on West Run > > Frank, > > DOH has a project to improve West Run. They would like to work with you and the Board on the proper way to accommodate cyclists. I would appreciate discussing the matter with you prior to the CAC Meeting Thursday. Also, they let me know they identified five grates along Mon Boulevard that they will be replacing. > > 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 > > “Nobody can go back and make a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.”-Maria Robinson > >

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Parking Committee Meeting
by Gunnar Shogren 11 Jan '11

11 Jan '11

Speak up now or forever hold your peace, On whether or not you think the meeting should go on, or enough of you won't be able to make it, in which case we'll postpone it. As of now, it is on, but Alice can't make it.

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Education grant
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Jan '11

11 Jan '11

Chip, gunnar, Nick, The grant proposal is due to Jeff Mikorski COB this Thursday. The City received the invitation to propose on December 20. Jeff must submit the proposal no later than Saturday. I was expecting to have more time to make the proposal. I had planned that we would develop it as a team. Now, with so little time, i plan to write a draft and run it by you for changes and comments. I hope to have something for you by tomorrow, Wednesday afternoon. I plan to start with our last proposal; update it with info that we developed for the Intent-to-Propose; flesh out the descriptions of what we propose to do and include the report of FY2010 accomplishments. If you have any better ideas, please let me know ASAP. Frank

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January BB Minutes in doc
by Elizabeth Shogren 11 Jan '11

11 Jan '11

For those of you that prefer .doc Betsy Shogren

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Jan 18 meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Jan '11

11 Jan '11

Terrence, Thank you and Carol for arranging for you, me, Jeff and Damien to meet Tuesday, January 18 at 3:30 pm. I'm wondering if we could reserve a few minutes near the end of the meeting to schedule similar meetings with other key officials such as the Chief of Police. The Bicycle Board is grateful for your participation in our monthly meeting last week. I feel we're off to an exciting and productive start together. I was particularly impressed that Las Cruces is a League of American Bicyclists Bronze level Bicycle Friendly Community. I look forward to your insights to help Morgantown win the award as well. As you know, the Award criteria are divided into 6 areas: Education, Engineering, Enforcement, Encouragement, Evaluation and Equity. Our 2007 application is available on the City's website at Bicycle Application for the League of American Bicyclists Bicycle Friendly Community Award . Attached is the feedback that we received. As I mentioned, we've addressed most of the feedback that we received and we're almost ready to submit another application. However, the Enforcement recommendations remain to be addressed. Perhaps our next meeting could be with the Chief of Police once a permanent replacement for Chief Scott is in place. Other officials that are key stakeholders in our comprehensive bicycle plan would be the Parking Authority and BOPARC. 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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Fwd: January Bicycle Board Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 10 Jan '11

10 Jan '11

Attached, please find the January BB minutes.

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Re: [Bikeboard] Throw up your hands and let's all just move.
by director 07 Jan '11

07 Jan '11

Gunnar, I've been thinking about it since I heard about the place a few years ago. I'd rather make it happen here though. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, 7 Jan 2011 15:55:33 -0500 >http://www.bicyclecitysc.com/ > >_______________________________________________ >Bikeboard mailing list >Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Throw up your hands and let's all just move.
by Gunnar Shogren 07 Jan '11

07 Jan '11

http://www.bicyclecitysc.com/

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Fwd: Bike Route Map (2010-12-31 markup)
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Jan '11

07 Jan '11

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a PDF of the bike route map that I displayed on the wall at last night's meeting. Please let me know if you see any errors or any opportunities for improvement. Derek is proceeding to finalize this. As I said last night, the numbers, e.g. 12.2 mark points that we had formerly planned to put shared lane markings or Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs before we had defined bike routes. These points will not be on the final map. On the other hand, the final map will include the points of interest that we have already developed. For Alice and anyone else that needs a paper copy, I'm proceeding to get copies printed. I'll let you know when I have them. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Derek Springston <guitardeek(a)hotmail.com> > Date: January 7, 2011 11:33:45 AM EST > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Bike Route Map (2010-12-31 markup) > > > Frank, > Here is the 12-31-10 map I created, and we added the markups on 12-31-10 as well. > Thanks, > ~Derek > > “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: City of Charleston ped/bike plans
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Jan '11

07 Jan '11

Bicycle Board Members, FYI, attached is a resolution passed by Charleston City Council to create 100 miles of marked biking, jogging and hiking trails and to be recognized as one of the healthiest Cities in the US. Also attached is a plan for accomplishing that. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Strawn, Dennis A" <dennis.strawn(a)msbcbs.com> > Date: January 7, 2011 1:19:39 PM EST > To: Kimberly Jo Coram <kimberlyjocoram(a)gmail.com>, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, Nick Hein <director(a)POSITIVESPIN.ORG> > Subject: City of Charleston ped/bike plans > > Friends, > A little update on what Charleston is doing that I am proud to report. The mayor introduced the resolution and city council passed it unanimously this past Monday. There are two council subcommittees that are tasked with the plans and goals to implement the resolution. > > Things have been moving toward this the past few years, but this has certainly upped it to a new level. > > Thanks > Dennis Strawn > Application Developer II > 304-347-7703 > > "New ideas pass through three periods: 1) It can't be done. 2) It probably can be done, but it's not worth doing. 3) I knew it was a good idea all along!" (Arthur C. Clarke's dictum on intellectual progress) > > This e-mail and any attachments to it are confidential and are intended solely for use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately and then delete it. If you are not the intended recipient, you must not keep, use, disclose, copy or distribute this e-mail without the author's prior permission. The views expressed in this e-mail message do not necessarily represent the views of Highmark Inc., its subsidiaries, or affiliates.

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Portaland Bike Boulevards and Greenways
by director 01 Jan '11

01 Jan '11

Came across this in treehugger today. Watch the video, it's great. http://www.treehugger.com/files/2010/12/bike-only-boulevards.php Best wishes for a new year. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Bicycle Board Agenda for Thursday
by Frank Gmeindl 31 Dec '10

31 Dec '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached a suggested agenda for our Thursday January 5 meeting. Also attached are the minutes of our last meeting. Happy New Year! Frank

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Report to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Dec '10

30 Dec '10

Bicycle Board Members, Attached please find a BB report to the Traffic Commission for the TC meeting next Wednesday. I already sent it to the TC secretary since it was due yesterday. If you see any omissions or changes that need to be made, please let me know ASAP. If I can't make them in the report that gets distributed to the TC, at least I can make the corrections when I speak to the report at the meeting. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Another good Treehugger bike article
by director 30 Dec '10

30 Dec '10

http://www.treehugger.com/files/2010/12/why-not-aim-for-zero-deaths.php -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Mon Blvd Bike Lane
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Dec '10

27 Dec '10

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a letter from WVDOT Secretary Paul Maddox to WVU VP Administration & Finance Narvel Weese saying WVDOT thinks the bike lane is a good idea and agreeing with WVU's proposal to close the Bike Lane during events but asking for WVU to provide a traffic operations plan. Frank

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For your Christmas reading enjoyment
by director 25 Dec '10

25 Dec '10

Good morning, Saw these great articles on Treehugger this morning, didn't want them to get lost in the Christmas Day rush. http://www.treehugger.com/files/2010/12/new-study-shows-walkable-neighborho… http://www.treehugger.com/files/2010/12/st-paul-schools-school-district-goe… Happy Holidays everyone. Hope you get a good Christmas day ride in the sparkling new snow. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Comprehensive Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Dec '10

24 Dec '10

Bicycle Board Members, Merry Christmas! Attached is a draft Morgantown comprehensive bicycle plan. I hope you'll find some time over the next two weeks to read it. We've been making respectable progress doing most of the work ourselves but to keep from getting burned out and to get more support from the "powers-that-be" as well as to get others involved, we need a plan. I would like to have the plan ready to roll out to the Traffic Commission and City Council by February. I'd appreciate your comments and changes. My problem is how to keep us together headed in the same direction. If anybody knows how we can share the document, check it out and in and track changes without everybody having to get a degree in computer science, please let us know. In the meantime, please use Track Changes to put in your changes and comments and then save the file and return it to me. Or, just send me your suggestions in an e-mail message. I'll try to gather and keep all the changes and comments in one master file. Beyond just critiquing the attached document, we'll need to do some significant work to flesh out the initiatives in the plan. I think we will need a team that can work together on that. At the upcoming January 6 BB meeting, I'll ask to form a planning team. Reading the plan may help you decide to get involved. Happy New Year! Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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OneStreet
by director 23 Dec '10

23 Dec '10

Good morning, For those who aren't familiar with OneStreet I've included their website link here. http://onestreet.org/ Sue Knaupf, it's founding director is the past president of the Alliance for Biking and Walking. Both of these organizations share our passion for livable cities and effective advocacy for bicycling, with good resources and encouragement. Check out Sue's college-level class on bike advocacy in their current newsletter. http://onestreet.org/news-stories/163-november-december-2010-e-newsletter Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Promoting bike safety fearlessly
by director 23 Dec '10

23 Dec '10

Good morning, Thought I'd share this TEDx video that was sent to me through OneStreet, a sustainable transportation advocacy. Special thanks to to my (and my brother's) friend Sue Knaupf, director. Good, persuasive and well-researched arguments and sound-bites. Happy Holidays everyone, Nick http://video.tedxcopenhagen.dk/video/911034/mikael-colville-andersen -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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sorry, I forgot the link. TWICE!!. Happy Holidays. Trick bike video, will go viral
by John Lozier 22 Dec '10

22 Dec '10

not just amazing trick cycling but awesome scenery, photography, music... Don't start watching it unless you have 7 minutes to watch it all... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cj6ho1-G6tw&feature=player_embedded John John Lozier Morgantown, WV www.harpingforharmony.org _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Trick bike video, will go viral
by John Lozier 22 Dec '10

22 Dec '10

not just amazing trick cycling but awesome scenery, photography, music... Don't start watching it unless you have 7 minutes to watch it all... John John Lozier Morgantown, WV www.harpingforharmony.org _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Trick bike video, will go viral
by John Lozier 22 Dec '10

22 Dec '10

not just amazing trick cycling but awesome scenery, photography, music... Don't start watching it unless you have 7 minutes to watch it all... John John Lozier Morgantown, WV www.harpingforharmony.org

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Re: [Bikeboard] Invitation
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Dec '10

21 Dec '10

Mr. Moore, Thanks for the prompt and positive response! I will copy you on the agenda that I will issue next week. Happy Holidays to you as well! Frank On Dec 21, 2010, at 5:21 PM, tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org wrote: > Mr. Gmeindl: > > Happy to participate. As such, by way of this message, I am asking Executive Assistant Carol Allen to schedule as noted. Meanwhile, Happy Holidays. Thanks. > > Terrence Moore, ICMA-CM > City Manager > Morgantown, West Virginia > > Sent from my U.S. Cellular BlackBerry® smartphone > > -----Original Message----- > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: Tue, 21 Dec 2010 15:50:13 > To: <tmoore(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Cc: Morgantown Bike Board<bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > Subject: Invitation > > Dear Mr. Moore, > > Welcome to Morgantown and congratulations on your new job! > > As Chairman of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board, I would like to invite you to join us at our regular monthly meeting Thursday, January 6, 2011 to get acquainted. We meet 6:30 – 8:30 pm the first Thursday of every month. Please let me know if you will attend and your preferred time and duration so I can put your visit on the agenda. > > The Bicycle Board has 17 members and we advise the Morgantown Traffic Commission. Our vision is that Morgantown residents can bicycle safely and fearlessly anywhere, anytime for any reason. We would like to introduce ourselves to you and if you are comfortable doing so, we would like you to tell us how you see bicycling developing in Morgantown. > > Attached, please find the procedural guidelines that define the Bicycle Board and a report of some 2010 accomplishments led by the Bicycle Board. > > Looking forward to working with you, > > > 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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Invitation
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Dec '10

21 Dec '10

Dear Mr. Moore, Welcome to Morgantown and congratulations on your new job! As Chairman of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board, I would like to invite you to join us at our regular monthly meeting Thursday, January 6, 2011 to get acquainted. We meet 6:30 – 8:30 pm the first Thursday of every month. Please let me know if you will attend and your preferred time and duration so I can put your visit on the agenda. The Bicycle Board has 17 members and we advise the Morgantown Traffic Commission. Our vision is that Morgantown residents can bicycle safely and fearlessly anywhere, anytime for any reason. We would like to introduce ourselves to you and if you are comfortable doing so, we would like you to tell us how you see bicycling developing in Morgantown. Attached, please find the procedural guidelines that define the Bicycle Board and a report of some 2010 accomplishments led by the Bicycle Board. Looking forward to working with you, 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] Unnecessary Road Hazards-Drainage Grates
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Dec '10

09 Dec '10

Scott, The article "MUB work to delay traffic" on page 7-A of today's Dominion Post prompted me to write this message. I realize that you're just replacing water lines on Beechurst but I would like you to consider taking this opportunity to begin replacing the in-line drainage grates that run up Beechurst, beginning with the two in front of the new WVU gateway before some cyclist breaks his or her neck. (See attached photos.) 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 On Aug 23, 2010, at 11:54 AM, Scott Copen wrote: > Dear Mr. Gmeindl: > > I apologize for the lateness of this reply. The extraordinary workload related to our current capital improvements has unfortunately slowed our responses to such correspondence. And as you previously surmised, the June/July rains (and the subsequent flooding investigations prompted by them) have further compounded this. > > MUB is very sensitive to the need to properly orient storm inlet grating for improved protection of bicyclists. Please be assured that we have trained our maintenance and construction staffs to be aware of the need for proper orientation, and that any inlet installed or re-installed (through reconstructive maintenance activity) within our service area is now designed and specified to be oriented perpendicular to the traffic direction. > > Unfortunately, most of the existing facilities are actually cast into the surrounding roadway materials. For this reason, they may not be simply rotated and re-set, but instead must be excavated and re-cast, with corresponding repair to the surrounding pavement. This significantly increases the difficulty and expense of re-orientation, and thus, is the reason that we have not already preemptively re-oriented all such faculties in our service area. > > Please note that many of the roadways (and the related stormwater facilities) in the Morgantown area are not under our control. The specific areas cited in your correspondence are good examples. Patteson Drive and Monongahela Blvd are owned / maintained by WVDOT, while Evansdale Dr (from CAC to Towers) is owned/maintained by WVU. We have good working relationships with both entities, and will be pleased to forward your comments along with our own request that such improvements be made. > > We share your concern, and within the constraints described above, are working continuously to improve these conditions. If you find any other specific areas within our service area that appear to be capable of re-orientation without excavation, please let us know and we will be happy to do so promptly. > > Thanks for your concern and input. > > Scott Copen, P.E. > Senior Engineer > Morgantown Utility Board > 278 Greenbag Road > Morgantown, WV 26507 > Phone: 304-292-8443 > Fax: 304-292-1526 > > > > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] > Sent: Sunday, June 27, 2010 4:59 PM > To: Scott Copen > Cc: Tim Ball; Damien Davis; Ryan Post > Subject: Fwd: Unnecessary Road Hazards-Drainage Grates > > Scott, > > I'm sure you get floods of e-mail as well as floods of rainwater and sewage to deal with so I can understand not hearing for you for a while after I sent you the message below. Eventually, some cyclist is going to sustain a lot more damage than shown in the photos that I sent you with the message below. I'd like to at least know that there's a plan to replace those in-line grates. > > Frank D. Gmeindl > Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board > LCI #1703<image001.jpg><image002.jpg> > 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: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: May 27, 2010 4:50:34 PM EDT > To: scopen(a)mub.org > Cc: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Fwd: Unnecessary Road Hazards-Drainage Grates > > Scott, > > Could you advise me on how to get Morgantown area in-line storm grates corrected so that bicycle tires don't fall into them? Below is a letter that I received from a cyclist. It includes some gruesome photos of a cyclist that rode into one of these grates and landed on his face and shoulder. His injuries could have been much worse, even fatal. > > 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: "Ryan Post" <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> > Date: May 26, 2010 8:47:03 PM EDT > To: "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "'Gunnar Shogren'" <gshogren(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Unnecessary Road Hazards-Drainage Grates > > How do you feel about this email? Also, who should I send it to? > > > I would like to point out a hazard and liability that unnecessarily exists on the roads, only because maintenance workers are unaware. > > There are older style square drainage grates on many shoulders of the roads which have been installed with the grooves running parallel to traffic. These grooves pose a serious hazard to bicycle tires which can slip into them causing the rider to be flipped with accelerated speed into the ground* most likely causing injury to the rider, as well as the bike. In addition, the sudden stop poses an issue to following cars who may then have to avoid whatever pile of man in machine is now laying in the roadway. > > This occurred today, in on Mon Blvd in front of the coliseum by an experienced cyclist who did not see the grate as it was covered with debris. Image1 shows how the hazard exists, and Image2 shows the injuries sustained. These injuries were quite minor as he knew how to position his body to minimize impact on his face. The bicycle also received damage, exceeding $200. > > The simple fix is to rotate the grates so the grooves are perpendicular to travel direction. > > After the incident, I noticed every grate along Evansdale Drive from the CAC to Towers was hazardously installed. > > Ryan Post > > *If you consider the physics of it, a bike traveling at 15mph (which is actually a slow speed-equivalent to falling from 7.5’), will have 100% of that travel velocity converted into downward velocity as the bike pivots on the stuck front wheel, in addition to the speed grained by falling from a standard riding height of about 5’. The impact will be directly onto the front of the cyclist, involving the face, and possibly breaking bones in the arms, wrists, hands, shoulders, and collarbones, as well as a possible concussion. > > Images are attached, but can also be found at: > http://dl.dropbox.com/u/463685/Image1.jpg > http://dl.dropbox.com/u/463685/Image2.jpg > > <image001.jpg><image002.jpg> > >

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Generating revenue from biking
by director 06 Dec '10

06 Dec '10

Good morning, Saw this on Treehugger this morning, seems timely... http://www.treehugger.com/files/2010/12/how-to-monetize-biking.php Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Portland Bicycle City
by director 02 Dec '10

02 Dec '10

Good morning, Saw this article on the YES! magazine website this morning. Thought it might be of interest. I lived in Portland in 1996 and can tell you first hand that they had at least as much to overcome as we do here. We can do what they did to get what they have - including lower cost and higher quality of living. http://www.yesmagazine.org/planet/cycle-city-usa Enjoy, Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Agenda for this Thursday's meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Nov '10

30 Nov '10

Bicycle Board Members. Please send me ASAP any items that you want on the agenda for this Thursday's meeting. Frank

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Fwd: US60 Bicycle Lane development
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Nov '10

29 Nov '10

Bicycle Board Members, Attached a 3 interesting photos/drawings of a bike lane that the WVDOH is considering for Macorkle Avenue in Charleston. I'm interested in what you think of them. Any bike lanes anywhere in the state at this point will set precedents. If the Bicycle Board has substantive comments, I would pass them on to the WVDOH. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Strawn, Dennis A" <dennis.strawn(a)msbcbs.com> > Date: November 29, 2010 8:58:22 AM EST > To: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Subject: FW: US60 Bicycle Lane development > > Frank, > Glad this is being shared around the state by others. Please see the attachments for 2 intersections with one being an alternate design (that no one likes). There are more intersections than this that I did not get any visuals for. I have talked to Mr. Murray about the issue with right hooks, drive outs and left hooks. The newest safety feature I spoke of was the Bike Box painted a different color at intersections to minimize right hooks. I don't know if this will be completed, they are just planning it and seeing what is needed. > > I am encouraged though, because it would be huge for the area. If you need any more info please contact Mr. Murray please. > > William R. Murray, P.E. > Regional Planning Engineer > WVDOT-DOH > Program Planning & Administration Division > (304) 558-9741 > Bill.R.Murray(a)wv.gov > > Thanks > Dennis Strawn > Application Developer II > 304-347-7703 > > "New ideas pass through three periods: 1) It can't be done. 2) It probably can be done, but it's not worth doing. 3) I knew it was a good idea all along!" (Arthur C. Clarke's dictum on intellectual progress) > > > This e-mail and any attachments to it are confidential and are intended solely for use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately and then delete it. If you are not the intended recipient, you must not keep, use, disclose, copy or distribute this e-mail without the author's prior permission. The views expressed in this e-mail message do not necessarily represent the views of Highmark Inc., its subsidiaries, or affiliates.

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Bike Route Map changes
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Nov '10

17 Nov '10

Bike Route Team, After riding most of the bike route, I must say that for an experienced vehicular cyclist that isn't intimidated by motor traffic or averse to climbing hills or riding over gravel, it is quite a pleasant adventure with segments ranging from 5-lane traffic such as the Mileground to delightful little secret passageways such as the link connecting Lawnview Dr. with Congress Av. For other cyclists, I think it is imperative that we indicate high traffic speed or volume, steep hills and gravel. If we don't, the first novice that ventures from the rail trail up Collins Ferry will trash the map and tell all his or her friends and our work will be for naught. Some suggestions: red line: heavy motor traffic and/or high speed motor traffic chevrons pointing up steep hills: 1 chevron: 5-10% grade; 2 chevrons: 10-15% grade; 3 chevrons: >15% grade broken line: gravel I'm practically ignorant of GIS technology so I must ask you if we can do that and how. I've put in DropBox and shared with you a scan of the map marked up from our ride and subsequent rides. It's a bit hard to read so following, I explain the marks. The explanations proceed from the top of the map to the bottom. Collins Ferry from rail trail to near the top of the hill: indicate gravel, e.g. broken line. (Maybe some chevrons.) Riddle, Bishop, Winona coming from West Run: indicate steep hills, 3 chevrons. (I didn't ride up St. Clair Hill Rd. from West Run to Bakers Ridge but I think 3 chevrons pointing from West Run up to Bakers Ridge would be appropriate.) Remove the segment of Winona from Hickory to Charles. Remove Charles to Perry. Add Hickory from Winona to Perry. Add Perry to Charles and keep Charles to RIddle. From Pineview Dr. add Ellen Ln., Heritage Point, Maple Dr., Research Park Rd. to WV 705. Rt. 705 from Pineview to Willowdale: indicate high traffic volume and speed, e.g. red line. Add Aspen between Collins Ferry Rd. and Eastern Av. Stafford from Industrial Av. to Congress Av.: indicate steep hill, 3 chevrons. Boyers Av., Mon Blvd., Star City Bridge, Rt. 19 to Osage turnoff: indicate high traffic volume and speed, e.g. red line. University Av. from Koontz to Evansdale Dr.: indicate high traffic volume and speed, e.g. red line. Remove Medical Center Drive from University Av. to Elmer Prince Dr. Add crosswalk from Elmer Prince Dr. to parking lot by new Erikson Alumni Center, through parking lot to Oakland St. extension that goes under the PRT and into the parking lot. Add Oakland St. from Country Club Dr. to Riverview Dr. Add Country Club Dr. from Oakland St. to Law School Dr. Add Law School Dr. Add Riverview Dr. Add Evansdale Dr. Mileground Rd. from Charles Av. to Airport Blvd.: indicate high traffic volume and speed, e.g. red line. Beechurst Av. / Mon Blvd. from 6th St. to Evansdale Dr. Remove segment of University Av. (Stadium loop) from Falling Run Rd. to Stewart St. Remove segment of Stewart St. from University Av. to Yoke St. Add Falling Run Rd. from University Av. to Yoke St. Add Yoke St. In Westover, Fairmont Rd. (Rt. 19) from Savannah St. to Mountain Line station: indicate high traffic volume and speed, e.g. red line. Fairmont Rd. (Rt. 19) from Dents Run Blvd. to Lawless Rd.: indicate high traffic volume and speed, e.g. red line. Deckers Creek Trail from Valley Crossing to Forest Av.: indicate gravel, e.g. broken line and indicate steep slope, 2 chevrons? (I didn't measure grade but it's pretty steep at both ends. Anybody know the grade?) School Bus Dr.: indicate gravel, e.g. broken line. (I think the "Learning Trail" above this "road" is better for a road bike than the road and would recommend replacing School Bus Dr. with the trail. If we agreed to do that, I'd also propose to replace VoTech Dr. with East Parkway Rd. and Hite St. up to the place where the nice smooth relatively gently sloped trail intersects Hite. I can't see that on the map.) These are just suggested changes. I would like to discuss whether they are feasible and reach consensus on them before anybody does a lot of work to implement them. Please let me know what you think. Frank

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FWD: [saferoutestoschool] Safe Routes Philly
by director 17 Nov '10

17 Nov '10

Good afternoon, Just received this message from the Safe Routes list and thought I would pass it on as an example of the process and considerations that went into another city's successful effort to get bike and pedestrian education into the schools. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Owens, Diana" <diana(a)bicyclecoalition.org> Reply-To: "Owens, Diana" <diana(a)bicyclecoalition.org> Date: Wed, 17 Nov 2010 13:21:56 -0500 In March 2009, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health was awarded cooperative agreements totaling $25.4 million over two years for prevention and wellness efforts. Philadelphia received these two awards from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS): - $10 million to decrease tobacco use and secondhand smoke exposure - $15.4 million to promote healthy nutrition and increased physical activity Through these awards the *Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia* was selected, among many others, to help tackle childhood obesity through promotion of walking and bicycling. Since this funding was awarded to us in March, our youth education program *Safe Routes Philly* expanded its programming to include a train the trainer model (our programming started with a direct education piece through TE funding ->> check out our website for more information). Safe Routes Philly has partnered with the School District of Philadelphia to provide training, support and assistance for elementary school classroom and physical education teachers. Our core lessons include pedestrian safety for 2nd graders and bicycle safety for 5th graders. Our goal over the next two years is to get our pedestrian and bicycle safety materials into all 184 public elementary schools in the School District of Philadelphia. In addition to the core lessons, we have also included many cross curricular lessons and encouragement activities - both of which we plan on expanding. All of this material is available on our website. We have also partnered with the Office of Teaching and Learning, at the School District, to hold professional development trainings. Elementary School 2nd and 5th grade teachers and Elementary PE teachers receive ACT 48 credit by coming to our trainings. This has proven to be a great way to get teachers to come and participate. If teachers attend they also receive a hard copy of all of our pedestrian and bicycle safety lessons and enough workbooks for every 2nd and 5th grade student they educate. Since our soft launch on November 2nd, we have delivered our materials to 111 public elementary schools (out of 184). By no means is our curriculum currently considered comprehensive. There are many limiting factors to implementing a comprehensive bicycle and pedestrian safety program in the all of the public schools of Philadelphia. One of the biggest challenges we ran into is *time*. By compromising with the school district we have been able to develop pedestrian (2 core lessons, broken down into mini lessons totaling 90 minutes) and bicycle (2 core lessons broken down into mini lessons totaling 90 minutes) safety lessons that meet the PA state standards as well as the needs of the Philadelphia teachers and urban environment. Through our growing relationship with the school district, we hope to continue expanding upon our current accepted lessons. Please visit our website, www.saferoutesphilly.org, to learn more about Safe Routes Philly and view all of our new curriculum. Diana Owens Assistant Director of Education 1500 Walnut Street, Suite 305 Philadelphia, PA 19102 -3506 215-399-1598, ext 702 www.bicyclecoalition.org www.saferoutesphilly.org --- Note: If you want to send an email to the entire list serve of more than 300 subscribers, please send your message to saferoutestoschool(a)saferoutes.listserve.us. To UNSUBSCRIBE from this list serve or UPDATE your account, please visit http://saferoutes.listserve.us/cgi-bin/lyris.pl Please send questions or comments regarding your list serve subscription to info(a)saferoutespartnership.org. -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Ride the Bike Route Thursday
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Nov '10

11 Nov '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thursday, Veteran's day is forecast to be sunny with a high of 64. A perfect day to ride our bike route and verify that it's good. Meet 10:00 am at the Blue Moose. We'll ride for a few hours or as long as you like. We will ride at a very easy pace so that we can discuss the route as we go. Probably with frequent stops to check the map and signage locations. I suggest we end at Black Bear to enjoy some refreshments and final thoughts I'll bring the maps that Derek generously provided. See you Thursday. Frank

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Article from YES! magazine:
by director 11 Nov '10

11 Nov '10

Good morning, How cool is this?! 95% rate of bicycling in schools?!! The article describes how they make bike skills part of the educational system. The best news is that if we do what they did, we'll get what they've got. Better health, healthier weights, more livable places. http://www.yesmagazine.org/planet/how-to-make-biking-mainstream-lessons-fro… The article describes how delegates from the San Francisco visited the Netherlands to see all this first hand. Last year three delegates from WV (one from Morgantown) saw the info presented at the League's Bike Summit. So can anyone else. Sign up for the League's 2011 bike summit here: https://members.bikeleague.org/members_online/registration/register.asp?mt=… -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 803 East Brockway Ave Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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November Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 11 Nov '10

11 Nov '10

Attached are the minutes of the November Bicycle Board meeting.

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In-kind contributions
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Nov '10

08 Nov '10

Bicycle Board Members, I met with Jeff Mikorski this morning on the education grant proposal. He will try to get the WVDOT to consider our in-kind contributions as part of the cost share. So, I ask you to review what you sent me to see if you need to make any adjustments. For example, I notice that some of you didn't include the time you spent in education committee meetings. If you have any changes to make, I need them by tomorrow afternoon. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] In-kind contributions
by Paul Becker 08 Nov '10

08 Nov '10

Paul Becker, ScD. Professor Safety and Health Extension Extension Service West Virginia University >>> Gunnar Shogren 11/08/10 12:17 PM >>> Okay. So we should include- Time spent in meetings. Time spent reviewing/reading things. Time spent editing articles/cards and other what-not. Anything else? I did not count time spent in meetings because I assumed that was our volunteer activity as members of the Bicycle Board. Paul On Mon, Nov 8, 2010 at 12:04 PM, Frank Gmeindl wrote: > Bicycle Board Members, > > I met with Jeff Mikorski this morning on the education grant proposal. He will try to get the WVDOT to consider our in-kind contributions as part of the cost share. So, I ask you to review what you sent me to see if you need to make any adjustments. For example, I notice that some of you didn't include the time you spent in education committee meetings. If you have any changes to make, I need them by tomorrow afternoon. > > Frank > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Grant
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Nov '10

07 Nov '10

Bicycle Board Members, I intend to present to Jeff Mikorski tomorrow, the attached Transportation Enhancement Program Intent to Propose form and the attached Excel workbook that shows the cost estimate basis. I realize this is a ridiculously short time to ask you to do something and I really expect no reply but if you could do a reasonableness check of the attached and tell me anything that looks questionable, I'd appreciate it. While on Thursday, I spoke of a 3-year grant, the attached is for a nominal 1-year grant at $132K. I expect if we get it, we could spend all the money in one year, 2013 or spread some of it into future years. In either case, I'm now thinking that a $400K 3-year proposal will be less likely to succeed than a $132K 1-year proposal. If by next October, we get indications that the 1-year proposal might get funded, we will submit another proposal for money in 2014, etc. This is just my intuition which is usually wrong so I'm also open to recommendations about this. Thanks for all your help on all the Bicycle Board initiatives! Frank

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a proposal to reaching our audience (aira's been a-thinkin)
by Aira Loren Burkhart 05 Nov '10

05 Nov '10

It seems like cycling is an activity that is always learned through a mentor. For one thing, you have to be taught to use a bicycle. It's not intuitive and is actually equal to or slightly more difficult to learn than basic car driving. Yeah, most people are taught how to balance on a bicycle at an early age, but riding a bicycle is more complicated than that, obviously, and that early "training" is insufficient to overcome to larger confusions about handling, behavior, maintenance and safety. So, for adult cyclists, each can probably name a single person who reintroduced them to the sport and taught them those skills....someone who was a friend, a trusted intimate and confidant with patience to teach and who can offer the implicit treat at the end, the promise that "this is something fun we will be able to do together as a way to strengthen our friendship". That *friendship* is what motivates people to continue to learn despite their fear. Maybe people aren't coming to the TS101 class because that's not how these skills are taught. A friend or relative teaches you to drive a car and a friend or relative teaches you to ride a bike. Despite the existence of driver's ed, people don't actually learn to drive in driver's ed. TS101 is the cycling equivalent of driver's ed. To reach people, we need harness the one-on-one relationships. I am thinking about Heifer international and their "passing on the gift" requirement. Once their animals begin to breed, each family must pass along a viable female to another needy family who must then also promise to pass on another female. I propose a mentorship program for adults in which each cyclist must mentor a non-cyclist through all the steps of learning to bike. We need to formulate the "plan of seduction" from reasons to bicycle and early fun experiences to being walked through bike selection, etc. (inexperienced cyclists usually want mountain bike type bicycles, regardless of function, because that's what they had as kids and the array of bicycle styles and constructions is baffling. then they have an inappropriate bike and may not ride it! plus bikes are so expensive! peer pressure is definitely necessary.) If the target is successfully converted, the original sponsor could ask them to teach someone else. Or the original sponsor could select a new target for conversion. We would support this program by giving it a name and formulating the step-by-step program of marketing cycling from one person to another. Nick could rent bikes to people for initially fun-rides. Maybe we could get coupons for bicycles to help take a bit off the price when someone is on the fence --discounts for people in the mentorship program. Our TS101 should be a complement and we should market it to the people who actually want to attend it --that is: people who already bicycle. Realistically, people bicycle because it's fun and because their friends do it (culture and peer pressure). Therefore, if people's friends don't bicycle, they won't bicycle. So, let's harness the power of friendship! Convert your neighbor or your buddy at work or your best friend or your girlfriend! One cyclist paired to one non-cyclist. Feedback? thoughts? aira

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TDM
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Nov '10

05 Nov '10

Bill, What data are available on who is traveling <1 mile, 1-5 miles, 6-10 miles and >10 miles in the greater Morgantown area? Would the recent Transportation Demand Management study be able to provide such? We think enrollment in our Confident City Cycling program is low because we are not reaching travelers that are most likely to bicycle more if they learned what we teach. We're trying to identify them. How can the MPO help us? 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: Another election!
by Elizabeth Shogren 04 Nov '10

04 Nov '10

I second another vote! On Fri, Oct 29, 2010 at 12:34 PM, Chip Wamsley <chip(a)wamsleycycles.com> wrote: > > ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- > From: Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> > Date: Fri, 29 Oct 2010 12:21:42 -0400 > > That would be good and the copy under the bullets could be edited to fit. > > Chip > >>I propose that on the back side of the card we have something really >>helpful. Like- >>http://bikemorgantown.com/biketips.php >> >>"Lose your Fear and Learn to Ride with Confidence" >> >>I would have voted for that one! >>Can we have another election? >> >>On Thu, Oct 28, 2010 at 10:46 PM, Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> Oh crap! >>> I forgot to vote, unless you considered my suggestion of B to be my vote! >>> Well it won anyway, or because, or something. I think. >>> >>> On Thu, Oct 28, 2010 at 10:05 PM, Frank Gmeindl >>> <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: >>>> Bicycle Board Members, >>>> With 7 members voting, the winning tag line is B. Learn to Ride with >>>> Confidence. >>>> By copy of this message, I ask Gary to finalize the card design using design >>>> #3 and the tag line Learn to Ride with Confidence. >>>> Following was the final vote tally: >>>> 0 for A. Tame your fear with riding skills that reduce the risk of >>>> collisions or accidents >>>> 6 for B. Learn to Ride with Confidence >>>> 2 for C. Tame Parental Fears >>>> 3 for D. Learn to Ride without Fear >>>> 3 for E. Ride with Confidence >>>> Frank Gmeindl >>>> Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles >>>> >>>> >>>> Begin forwarded message: >>>> >>>> From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl@ >>>> >>>>> >>>> Date: October 25, 2010 8:35:42 PM EDT >>>> To: Morgantown Bike Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> >>>> Subject: Fwd: Another election! >>>> >>>> Bicycle Board Members, >>>> Well, there hasn't been any more discussion on the tag line for the >>>> Confident City Cycling business card so it's time to vote. >>>> You get two votes. You can give them both to one of the choices below or >>>> distribute your votes to two of the following. >>>> A. Tame your fear with riding skills that reduce the risk of collisions or >>>> accidents >>>> B. Learn to Ride with Confidence >>>> C. Tame Parental Fears >>>> D. Learn to Ride without Fear >>>> E. Ride with Confidence >>>> Please reply with your votes. For example, if you want to give both of your >>>> votes to C, please reply "2 for C". Another example, if you want to >>>> distribute your 2 votes to B and D, reply "1 for B and 1 for D". >>>> The polls close 5:00 pm Thursday, October 28. >>>> Frank >>>> >>>> Begin forwarded message: >>>> >>>> From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>>> Date: October 21, 2010 7:31:31 PM EDT >>>> To: Morgantown Bike Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> >>>> Cc: Gary Rodosta <grodosta(a)comcast.net> >>>> Subject: Fwd: Another election! >>>> >>>> Bicycle Board Members, >>>> >>>> The winning card design is #3. With 10 votes in, designs #1 & #2 were tied >>>> with 3 votes and design #3 got 4 votes. >>>> >>>> Now, what should the tag line say? I think the discussion was excellent. >>>> Following are the offerings in chronological order. I was hoping the >>>> discussion would continue until we converged on consensus. >>>> >>>> Confident City Cycling - >>>> • Learn to Ride without Fear >>>> • Ride with Confidence >>>> • Learn to Ride with Confidence >>>> • Tame your fear with riding skills that reduce the risk of collisions or >>>> accidents >>>> • Tame Parental Fears >>>> >>>> If nobody continues the discussion on these by next Tuesday, I will ask for >>>> a vote on them. >>>> >>>> Frank >>>> >>>> Begin forwarded message: >>>> >>>> From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>>> >>>> Date: October 19, 2010 12:27:14 PM EDT >>>> >>>> To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> >>>> >>>> Cc: Gary Rodosta <grodosta(a)comcast.net> >>>> >>>> Subject: Another election! >>>> >>>> Bicycle Board Members, >>>> >>>> Thanks again to Gary Rodosta for creating the attached options for Confident >>>> City Cycling business cards. There are 4 options in the attached file. >>>> Please vote for the one that you think would be best for making available >>>> at local bike shops and other venues at which to advertise our bicycling >>>> education program. Since number 4 is basically a black & white version, >>>> please just vote for 1, 2 or 3. >>>> >>>> Based on your votes, I'll take the winner to the printer by the end of this >>>> week. >>>> >>>> Frank >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> Bikeboard mailing list >>>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>>> >>> >> >>_______________________________________________ >>Bikeboard mailing list >>Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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You think you're mad at cyclists?
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Nov '10

04 Nov '10

Bicycle Board Members, See Aira's article on page 8-D of today's Dominion Post. If someone has an electronic account, perhaps they could send us the link to her article. Frank

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bumper sticker to facilitate bicycling for transportation
by Jim Rye 03 Nov '10

03 Nov '10

Wow, super, Hugh and thanks so much. What do folks think about a image of an auto with that bumper sticker on the home page of our web site? >>> Hugh Kierig 11/3/2010 4:59 PM >>> Jim I can have our marking coordinator assist in putting together an e-news broadcast that includes the bumper sticker and promotes the Confident City Cycling program. Hugh E. Kierig, AICP, Director Department of Transportation and Parking West Virginia University Post Office Box 6561 1112 Van Voorhis Morgantown, West Virginia 26506 304-293-9095 (o) 304-293-3939 (f) >>> Jim Rye 11/2/2010 2:20 PM >>> Kimberly, Clement, and Hugh, What about an email something like the below to all university employees as part of WVU's efforts towards achieving employee wellness and reduction in automobile traffic and being a model for sustainable practices? The message might state that the bumper sticker is part of several ongoing educational efforts to help individuals feel more confident about cycling for transportation on our city and university streets, thereby reducing automobile traffic etc. If you agree and could get any necessary approvals, is there someone who could take charge of getting it out (either as a direct email or in WVU E-News) including to whom responding email messages should be sent to receive the sticker via intercampus mail? Requests also would give us some feedback about the current interest out there. >>> Jim Rye 10/27/2010 11:34 AM >>> Dear HRE Faculty and Staff, I am on a committee to implement the "Morgantown Effective Bicycling Education Program" grant. If you are willing to place the sticker (pictured below) that we developed on your auto bumper, email me and I will put one in your mailbox next week.

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Agenda & read-aheads for tomorrow's meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Nov '10

03 Nov '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached: An updated agenda; Minutes of October meeting; Draft Intent to Propose form for Transportation Enhancement Grant Frank

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In-Kind contributions to education program
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Nov '10

03 Nov '10

Bicycle Board Members, I met with Jeff Mikorski last Friday and we discussed in-kind contributions to the Morgantown Effective Bicycling Education Program (MEBEP). We agreed that a tally of such contributions would be valuable information for the WVDOT. We agreed that the following information would be useful: Your name Your profession (relevant to the MEBEP) The hours that you worked that were not compensated The work you did during those hours. I've attached an example spreadsheet and would like you to use it as a template for submitting your in-kind contributions. Please submit it by Thursday, October 28. Frank

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Yellow Page
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Nov '10

02 Nov '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Aira for completing the bicycling community page for the Mountaineer Yellow Pages. Attached is her submission to the publisher. Since she has completed this project, topic 8. Yellow Page will be removed from the agenda for Thursday's meeting. Frank

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Agenda for this Thursday's meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 31 Oct '10

31 Oct '10

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a suggested agenda for this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting. Please reply at your earliest convenience if you want to make any additions or other changes. Frank

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Another election!
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Oct '10

29 Oct '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks again to Gary Rodosta for creating the attached options for Confident City Cycling business cards. There are 4 options in the attached file. Please vote for the one that you think would be best for making available at local bike shops and other venues at which to advertise our bicycling education program. Since number 4 is basically a black & white version, please just vote for 1, 2 or 3. Based on your votes, I'll take the winner to the printer by the end of this week. Frank

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MPO Ride
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Oct '10

27 Oct '10

Many thanks to Don Spencer, gunnar, Ryan, Derek and Nick for showing up on their bikes at the Hotel Morgan at 4:30 today and escorting at least 4 WVDOH managers and 1 Mountain State Wheelers rep on the MPO bike ride. It was a jovial ride throughout. I only regret that we didn't ride up Mon Blvd. to Evansdale and back rather than stopping at the bottom and just discussing it. When I led the guys home in the dark after the picnic and tested them up Elk St., they all balked at my warning that some may choose to walk and sprinted up it. Now, I am sure they would have enjoyed the climb up the Blvd. and moreover the descent. Overall, the ride was much quicker than I estimated so I'm also grateful to Don for suggesting and to Nick for giving us a tour of his new digs at Marilla where WVDOH's Richard Warner tested a unicycle somewhat unsuccessfully and a tall bike rather successfully. The cookout was superb with gunnar leading local CXers around the park and by the pavilion, country music singing from a parked SUV, WVDOH engineers grilling and all eating excellent barbecue, burgers, dogs, salads, chips, dessert and of course, an assortment of copious good beers along with the kind of shop talk that I think all of us would enjoy. Our presentation at the conference was very well received with several participants making a point of contacting the speaker afterward. Bill Robinson, State Trails Coordinator said it was the best presentation of the conference because it provided much useful information. Ride guests: Rob Pennington, Director WVDOT Program Planning & Administration Division Perry Keller, Unit Leader, Statewide & Urban Planning Richard Warner, Planning Section Head Larry Douglas, Transportation Engineering Technologist Dennis Strawn, Advocacy Coordinator Mountain State Wheelers Frank

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MPO Ride Wednesday
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Oct '10

26 Oct '10

Bicycle Board Members, Who's coming on the Wednesday evening MPO rail-trail ride? I need at least one other cyclist to either lead the group or to bring up the rear. The ride begins at 4:30 pm at the Hotel Morgan and ends at the Cookout at Marilla Park at 6:00 pm. We will ride from the Hotel down to the rail-trail, out to Eighth St., turn around, ride the rail-trail out to the crossing of Green Bag Road at Southern States and then back on the road to Marilla. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] Education Committee meeting this Friday, 10/29 8:00 am
by director 25 Oct '10

25 Oct '10

Frank, et al, I have a prior engagement for Friday and will be unable to attend the meeting. I would gladly do anything I can outside the meeting to give input and create good output. I'll read the app guidelines before Fri (attachment came through OK). Let me know, Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Mon, 25 Oct 2010 15:29:59 -0400 >Education Committee Members, > >We will meet this Friday, October 29 at 8:00 - 9:00 am in the Public Safety Center Training Room. The purpose of the meeting will be to draft the Intent to Apply form for a follow on grant to our Morgantown Effective Bicycling Education Program grant. The form must be RECEIVED by the WVDOH by 11/15. That gives us about a week from Friday to get it done and into Jeff Mikorski's hands. > >So far, the following people have stated their availability for this meeting: Chip, Don, Gunnar and Hugh. I hope you others will be able to make it. > >Here's a link to info about the grant application including the Intent to Apply form: http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/programplanning/grant_administrat… > >Attached is the main content of our last proposal. > >If you won't attend the meeting, please reply to this message with items that you think we should include in the next grant scope and an estimate of their cost. > >Frank > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Education Committee meeting this Friday, 10/29 8:00 am
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Oct '10

25 Oct '10

Education Committee Members, We will meet this Friday, October 29 at 8:00 - 9:00 am in the Public Safety Center Training Room. The purpose of the meeting will be to draft the Intent to Apply form for a follow on grant to our Morgantown Effective Bicycling Education Program grant. The form must be RECEIVED by the WVDOH by 11/15. That gives us about a week from Friday to get it done and into Jeff Mikorski's hands. So far, the following people have stated their availability for this meeting: Chip, Don, Gunnar and Hugh. I hope you others will be able to make it. Here's a link to info about the grant application including the Intent to Apply form: http://www.transportation.wv.gov/highways/programplanning/grant_administrat… Attached is the main content of our last proposal. If you won't attend the meeting, please reply to this message with items that you think we should include in the next grant scope and an estimate of their cost. Frank

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Fwd: RE:
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Oct '10

25 Oct '10

Bicycle Board Members, Terry Hough, City Engineer response to Bill Austin on the Mon Blvd. bike lane. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles Begin forwarded message: > From: "Terry Hough" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: October 25, 2010 1:37:35 PM EDT > To: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)moncpc.org>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Cc: "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Joe Fisher" <Joe.Fisher(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Jeff Mikorski" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Shoukry, Fouad N" <Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov>, "William C. Robinson " <bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov>, "Perry Keller" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "Ray Lewis" <Ray.C.Lewis(a)wv.gov>, "Warner, Richard L" <Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov> > Subject: RE: > > Bill, > > Thank you for forwarding a copy of the letter to me. I think everyone knows my opinion with respect to the bicycle lane and parking. I believe there is an inherent safety problem with respect to parking along Mon Blvd. regardless of the reason. However, if parking is to happen on select occasions, I would respectfully recommend that the signs prohibiting parking be covered so that there is no question at the times when the parking will be allowed. Hopefully, this will help deal with issues with respect to discrimination of enforcement. If WVU is willing to place barricades at the beginning/ending points of the bicycle lane, then it shouldn’t be a lot more work to just bag the signs prohibiting the parking. > > Thanks, > Terry > > Terry L. Hough P.E., P.S, CFM > Public Works Director / City Engineer > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > 304-284-7412 > though(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] > Sent: Friday, October 22, 2010 2:10 PM > To: Terry Hough; Damien Davis; 'Frank Gmeindl' > Cc: 'Hugh Kierig'; 'Joe Fisher'; Jeff Mikorski > Subject: FW: > > Terry, > > Please find attached correspondence from WVU forwarded to us by DOH. I would appreciate any comment the City may have on this matter. At this point the MPO has endorsed the provision of the bicycle climbing lane on Monongalia Boulevard. As you will observe from the email chain below WVDOH Traffic Operations will be commenting on this request shortly. > > Thank you, > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 180 Hart Field Road > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > > > From: Keller, Perry J [mailto:Perry.J.Keller@wv.gov] > Sent: Friday, October 22, 2010 1:43 PM > To: Bill Austin > Subject: FW: > > > > Perry J. Keller > > Program Planning & Administration > > Statewide and Urban Planning Unit > > 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. > > Building 5, Room 803 > > Charleston, WV 25305 > > 304.558.9591 (v) > > -----Original Message----- > From: Warner, Richard L > Sent: Friday, October 22, 2010 11:41 AM > To: Kirk, Timothy S > Cc: Meadows, Donald R; Lewis, Ray C; Shoukry, Fouad N; Robinson, Bill C; > Keller, Perry J > Subject: > > Tim, > Please review WVU's response to the subject proposal and let me > know how DT would recommend that we proceed. We've forwarded a copy to > the MPO and asked for local review as well. I don't know at this time > whether the City of Morgantown or the local bike advisory committee have > seen WVU's letter. > For our part, assuming that the other parties would be in favor > and that the details could be worked out, we would support WVDOH > agreeing to the bike lane under WVU's conditions rather than give up on > the idea completely. However, during our meeting in Morgantown earlier > this year, I believe you had voiced strong reservations about the matter > if WVU were to insist on preserving the occasional (event-related) > parking in the bike lane, so we need to hear from you before we draft a > response. > We would be willing to reconvene the group that met before in > Morgantown if you think further discussion by the same parties would be > productive. > Thanks, > Richard > > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 10.0.1144 / Virus Database: 422/3212 - Release Date: 10/22/10 >

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Re: [Bikeboard] FW:
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Oct '10

23 Oct '10

Bill, Thanks for copying me on your message to Terry Hough and for attaching Narvel Weese's October 22, 2010 letter to Paul Maddox. I hadn't seen that before. Just to be sure we don't get off track, the proposed bicycle lane is to go UP Monongalia Blvd., not down as stated in Weese's letter. 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 On Oct 22, 2010, at 2:09 PM, Bill Austin wrote: > Terry, > > Please find attached correspondence from WVU forwarded to us by DOH. I would appreciate any comment the City may have on this matter. At this point the MPO has endorsed the provision of the bicycle climbing lane on Monongalia Boulevard. As you will observe from the email chain below WVDOH Traffic Operations will be commenting on this request shortly. > > Thank you, > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 180 Hart Field Road > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > > > From: Keller, Perry J [mailto:Perry.J.Keller@wv.gov] > Sent: Friday, October 22, 2010 1:43 PM > To: Bill Austin > Subject: FW: > > > > Perry J. Keller > > Program Planning & Administration > > Statewide and Urban Planning Unit > > 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. > > Building 5, Room 803 > > Charleston, WV 25305 > > 304.558.9591 (v) > > -----Original Message----- > From: Warner, Richard L > Sent: Friday, October 22, 2010 11:41 AM > To: Kirk, Timothy S > Cc: Meadows, Donald R; Lewis, Ray C; Shoukry, Fouad N; Robinson, Bill C; > Keller, Perry J > Subject: > > Tim, > Please review WVU's response to the subject proposal and let me > know how DT would recommend that we proceed. We've forwarded a copy to > the MPO and asked for local review as well. I don't know at this time > whether the City of Morgantown or the local bike advisory committee have > seen WVU's letter. > For our part, assuming that the other parties would be in favor > and that the details could be worked out, we would support WVDOH > agreeing to the bike lane under WVU's conditions rather than give up on > the idea completely. However, during our meeting in Morgantown earlier > this year, I believe you had voiced strong reservations about the matter > if WVU were to insist on preserving the occasional (event-related) > parking in the bike lane, so we need to hear from you before we draft a > response. > We would be willing to reconvene the group that met before in > Morgantown if you think further discussion by the same parties would be > productive. > Thanks, > Richard > > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 10.0.1144 / Virus Database: 422/3212 - Release Date: 10/22/10 > > <20101022111919332.pdf>

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Fwd: FW:
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Oct '10

23 Oct '10

Bicycle Board Members, The latest on the Mon Blvd. bike lane. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)moncpc.org> > Date: October 22, 2010 2:09:58 PM EDT > To: "'Terry Hough'" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Damien Davis'" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Cc: "'Hugh Kierig'" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Joe Fisher'" <Joe.Fisher(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "'Jeff Mikorski'" <jmikorski(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: FW: > > Terry, > > Please find attached correspondence from WVU forwarded to us by DOH. I would appreciate any comment the City may have on this matter. At this point the MPO has endorsed the provision of the bicycle climbing lane on Monongalia Boulevard. As you will observe from the email chain below WVDOH Traffic Operations will be commenting on this request shortly. > > Thank you, > > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 180 Hart Field Road > Morgantown, WVA 26505 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > > > From: Keller, Perry J [mailto:Perry.J.Keller@wv.gov] > Sent: Friday, October 22, 2010 1:43 PM > To: Bill Austin > Subject: FW: > > > > Perry J. Keller > > Program Planning & Administration > > Statewide and Urban Planning Unit > > 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. > > Building 5, Room 803 > > Charleston, WV 25305 > > 304.558.9591 (v) > > -----Original Message----- > From: Warner, Richard L > Sent: Friday, October 22, 2010 11:41 AM > To: Kirk, Timothy S > Cc: Meadows, Donald R; Lewis, Ray C; Shoukry, Fouad N; Robinson, Bill C; > Keller, Perry J > Subject: > > Tim, > Please review WVU's response to the subject proposal and let me > know how DT would recommend that we proceed. We've forwarded a copy to > the MPO and asked for local review as well. I don't know at this time > whether the City of Morgantown or the local bike advisory committee have > seen WVU's letter. > For our part, assuming that the other parties would be in favor > and that the details could be worked out, we would support WVDOH > agreeing to the bike lane under WVU's conditions rather than give up on > the idea completely. However, during our meeting in Morgantown earlier > this year, I believe you had voiced strong reservations about the matter > if WVU were to insist on preserving the occasional (event-related) > parking in the bike lane, so we need to hear from you before we draft a > response. > We would be willing to reconvene the group that met before in > Morgantown if you think further discussion by the same parties would be > productive. > Thanks, > Richard > > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 10.0.1144 / Virus Database: 422/3212 - Release Date: 10/22/10 >

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Fwd: October minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 22 Oct '10

22 Oct '10

The October Bicycle Board minutes are attached. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Shogren, Elizabeth (CDC/NIOSH/DRDS) <edz4(a)cdc.gov> Date: Fri, Oct 22, 2010 at 8:58 AM Subject: October minutes To: Elizabeth Shogren <elizabeth.schauer(a)gmail.com>

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Re: [Bikeboard] Another election!
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Oct '10

20 Oct '10

Thanks, Alice. I'm not sure I understand the wording change you're proposing. Confident City Cycling in stead, less intimidating? Please give me the wording to put on the card. Frank On Oct 19, 2010, at 2:24 PM, Alice Vernon wrote: > I like the third one but do not like the "Cycling without fear" as Gunnar said. I ride with confidence but fear as well as it keeps me alive. What about Confident Cycling in stead, less intimidating? > Alice > > On Tue, Oct 19, 2010 at 12:27 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: > Bicycle Board Members, > > Thanks again to Gary Rodosta for creating the attached options for Confident City Cycling business cards. There are 4 options in the attached file. Please vote for the one that you think would be best for making available at local bike shops and other venues at which to advertise our bicycling education program. Since number 4 is basically a black & white version, please just vote for 1, 2 or 3. > > Based on your votes, I'll take the winner to the printer by the end of this week. > > Frank > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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"Bike Laws" reference on Bike Morgantown page
by director 19 Oct '10

19 Oct '10

Good afternoon, While updating the address information on our Positive Spin brochure regarding bike laws I checked both the old and new Bike Board references to bike laws. It appears the old site correctly references Article 373 of the municipal code, but the new site refers to Article 371 - I believe Article 373 is the correct reference. The other one is good, but it just doesn't have as much to say about bicycles. It appears to talk exclusively about pedestrians. Wasn't sure who to send this comment to, hope it helps. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Positive Spin Bike Law Brochure
by director 19 Oct '10

19 Oct '10

Forgot to mention - this brochure, which is widely distributed by us and the Morgantown Police, is available for your viewing/checking/correcting pleasure at the following link: http://www.positivespin.org/FormsBrochures/PS_LawBrochure.pdf Please direct any comments, questions or corrections to me. Thanks, Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Re: [Bikeboard] Another election!
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Oct '10

19 Oct '10

Alice, Thanks. Confident City Cycling Ride with Confidence Can you work in the idea that this is about learning? Frank On Oct 19, 2010, at 3:04 PM, Alice Vernon wrote: > How about Ride with Confidence. > Alice > > On Tue, Oct 19, 2010 at 2:46 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: > Thanks, Alice. I'm not sure I understand the wording change you're proposing. Confident City Cycling in stead, less intimidating? Please give me the wording to put on the card. > > Frank > > On Oct 19, 2010, at 2:24 PM, Alice Vernon wrote: > >> I like the third one but do not like the "Cycling without fear" as Gunnar said. I ride with confidence but fear as well as it keeps me alive. What about Confident Cycling in stead, less intimidating? >> Alice >> >> On Tue, Oct 19, 2010 at 12:27 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: >> Bicycle Board Members, >> >> Thanks again to Gary Rodosta for creating the attached options for Confident City Cycling business cards. There are 4 options in the attached file. Please vote for the one that you think would be best for making available at local bike shops and other venues at which to advertise our bicycling education program. Since number 4 is basically a black & white version, please just vote for 1, 2 or 3. >> >> Based on your votes, I'll take the winner to the printer by the end of this week. >> >> Frank >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] Another election!
by Gunnar Shogren 19 Oct '10

19 Oct '10

On Tue, Oct 19, 2010 at 2:55 PM, director <director(a)positivespin.org> wrote: > > I have to agree with Gunnar, would the word "enjoyably" be better? No, I think we need to convey the confidence and fearing less aspect. I think you just sent this to me Nick, I am adding the BB to it though. > Nick > > ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- > From: Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> > Date: Tue, 19 Oct 2010 13:41:27 -0400 > >>I like #1. >> >>But I will say that I still have a little "problem" with the whole >>"without Fear" and cycling "fearlessly". >>I know that it's our "slogan" or whatever, but it's never really sat >>that well w/ me. >>I wish I could think of a better world or phrase that describes it >>better. I cycle very confidently and some would say I'm fearless, but >>I am not, and I'm not sure we want folks be fearless. One needs to >>have a little fear so that one takes note of things and makes sure >>that things are controllable, within your power to overcome, etc. >>Being fearful is bad. Is being fearless the opposite? Fear less. >>Sorry to bring it up, but w/ it so prominent on the card I couldn't help myself. >> >>Nice job on the card, I knew Gary would produce a good one. >> >>On Tue, Oct 19, 2010 at 12:27 PM, Frank Gmeindl >><frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: >>> Bicycle Board Members, >>> >>> Thanks again to Gary Rodosta for creating the attached options for Confident City Cycling business cards. There are 4 options in the attached file. Please vote for the one that you think would be best for making available at local bike shops and other venues at which to advertise our bicycling education program. Since number 4 is basically a black & white version, please just vote for 1, 2 or 3. >>> >>> Based on your votes, I'll take the winner to the printer by the end of this week. >>> >>> Frank >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Bikeboard mailing list >>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>> >> >>_______________________________________________ >>Bikeboard mailing list >>Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >>http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >> > > -- > Nick Hein LCI# 1705 > Director, Positive Spin > 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L > Morgantown, WV > ph 304-276-0213 > -- > >

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Re: [Bikeboard] candidates for open spot
by Aira Loren Burkhart 19 Oct '10

19 Oct '10

Andrew Walker from pathfinder will attend the next meeting. He wants to check things out before deciding if he's interested in being a candidate. aira

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Re: [Bikeboard] business card
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Oct '10

14 Oct '10

Paul, Thanks for the prompt reply and recommendations. See my responses in-line below. Frank On Oct 13, 2010, at 10:53 PM, Paul Becker wrote: > I like the general layout. These days typography tends to use a bolder type font rather than all caps as a way to emphasize. I suppose you mean CONFIDENT CITY CYCLING should be confident city cycling? > I would try left justifying the third line. The third line is, "Visit: BikeMorgantown.com" and is already left justified. Do you mean the SECOND line, "Learn to Ride without Fear"? That is currently centered. See attached rev 1. Please select you favorite. > Can we do the logo in color? Attached is a file that Emily Frye, the designer left me. See any colors that you like? (I think we've been through this before when you were setting up the articles for the DP.) Since I don't have Adobe Illustrator, I will have to rely on somebody else to either get one of these images from the file or create a new one. > > Pau > > Paul Becker, ScD. > Extension Professor > WVU Extension Service > West Virginia Universityl > >>> Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> 10/13/2010 9:51 PM >>> > Bicycle Board Members, > > At the last BB meeting, I took an action item to develop a Confident City Cycling business card that could be distributed through the local bike shops and other locations. Attached is my attempt. I am not a graphic designer so any constructive comments are appreciated. Also, I'd like to put the LAB logo on there if any of you could show me how to get it. > > > Frank Gmeindl > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > >

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business card
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Oct '10

13 Oct '10

Bicycle Board Members, At the last BB meeting, I took an action item to develop a Confident City Cycling business card that could be distributed through the local bike shops and other locations. Attached is my attempt. I am not a graphic designer so any constructive comments are appreciated. Also, I'd like to put the LAB logo on there if any of you could show me how to get it. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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MPO presentation
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Oct '10

13 Oct '10

Bicycle Board Members, At the last Bicycle Board Meeting, I took an action item to create slides that describe the Bicycle Board for this month's MPO conference. Such slides are now 30-41 of the presentation. I do not intend to present those slides at the conference but they are in the the notes view of the presentation that is now available on BikeMorgantown.com at http://bikemorgantown.com/articles.php?str=2010/09/accommodating-bicyles-pr… and on the conference website at Accomodating Bicycles . The deadline for submitting the presentation was Monday 10/11 so I didn't have time to run it by you however, I will try to make any changes that you give me. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Fwd: Meet and Greet event with City Manager Candidates
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Oct '10

12 Oct '10

Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bethany Sypolt" <bsypolt(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: October 12, 2010 11:04:28 AM EDT > To: "Trevor Lloyd" <tlloyd(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <baustin(a)monpc.org> > Cc: "Linda Little" <llittle(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: Meet and Greet event with City Manager Candidates > > To the following City of Morgantown Committee Representatives: > MPO, Bike Board, Pedestrian Safety Board, and Green Team > > Please find attached a flyer with information on the upcoming meet and greet event featuring the candidates for the City Manager position. You and your committee members are invited to attend this event, where you will be able to speak with the candidates on behalf of your organization. Please ensure that all members of your committee recieve this invitation. If you have any questions regarding this matter please do not hesitate to contact my office. > > Thank you, > > Bethany D. Sypolt > Deputy Clerk > City of Morgantown > (304) 284-7439 Phone > (304) 284-7525 Fax >

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bicycle myp.docx
by airaloren＠gmail.com 08 Oct '10

08 Oct '10

I've shared a document with you: bicycle myp.docx https://docs.google.com/document/edit?id=18z8TUD3dUYEevF_I1nII4EDNrKVsCwfzm… It's not an attachment -- it's stored online at Google Docs. To open this document, just click the link above.

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New BB member candidates
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Oct '10

08 Oct '10

Bicycle Board Members, If you're going to talk with potential candidates for BB membership, please refer them to the BB Procedural Guidelines that specify how the BB is organized and what it's supposed to do. The guidelines are currently at Bicycle Board Procedural Guidelines. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Nick's proposal
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Oct '10

07 Oct '10

Bicycle Board Members, I just received the attached file from Nick Hein as completion of his action item "107. Prepare a detailed proposal of the Youth Bicycle Education plan, including an outline of class design and the detailed actions that the BB will be expected to take." He wants to discuss it at tonight's meeting. Since the agenda is already full, when we discuss the agenda as topic 2 of the meeting we can decide how and when to deal with it. My inclination is to put it on the agenda for our November meeting. At least, you could familiarize yourself with it before tonight's meeting. Frank

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Alice's article in today's DP
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Oct '10

07 Oct '10

Bicycle Board Members, See Alice's article, Teach children the ropes of bicycling on page 1-D of today's Dominion Post. If someone knows how to link to it, perhaps they'll share the link. Looks like a great day for a ride but still hope to see you tonight! Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Agenda for this Thursday's BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Oct '10

05 Oct '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, a suggested agenda for this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting and read-aheads. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Policy Report - How bicycling advocates can help craft comprehensive Climate Action Plans
by director 05 Oct '10

05 Oct '10

Good morning, With the absence of federal action on climate change, this report has been published to help local governments and citizens take action. I found out about it from the Alliance for Biking and Walking. Thought it might be have helpful info for the pedestrian and bicycling plans. http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/images/uploads/climate_change_bic… See you Thursday. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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Agenda for this Thursday's BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Oct '10

03 Oct '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please send me by Tuesday any items you want on the agenda for Thursday's meeting. One item for the agenda is to replace Don Dickerson who has resigned so please think about who would be a good candidate. Don lives in 2nd ward. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Fwd: 2010 Transportation Planning Conference Information
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Oct '10

02 Oct '10

Bicycle Board Members, Just FYI, here's the latest on the MPO conference. The first attachment has the agenda. Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: "Lilly, Elizabeth A" <Elizabeth.A.Lilly(a)wv.gov> > Date: October 1, 2010 10:02:05 AM EDT > To: "Ahmad, Dirar M" <Dirar.M.Ahmad(a)wv.gov>, "Allen, Karen E" <Karen.E.Allen(a)wv.gov>, <baustin(a)moncpc.org>, "Begley, Dee L" <Dee.L.Begley(a)wv.gov>, Jeffrey Blanton <IMCEAEX-_O=STATE+20OF+20WV_OU=FIRST+20ADMINISTRATIVE+20GROUP_CN=RECIPIENTS_CN=JEFFREYB(a)wv.gov>, <scott.boehm(a)hdrinc.com>, <levon.boyagian(a)verizon.net>, <kevin.burgess(a)fhwa.dot.gov>, "Burns, Ryan C" <Ryan.C.Burns(a)wv.gov>, "Carovillano, Anthony J" <Anthony.J.Carovillano(a)wv.gov>, "Carr, Brian E" <Brian.E.Carr(a)wv.gov>, <jchristman(a)g-and-o.com>, <rcolebank(a)alphaaec.com>, <tracy.l.cummings(a)wv.gov>, "Davison, Rebecca A" <Rebecca.A.Davison(a)wv.gov>, "Dawkins, Beth A" <Beth.A.Dawkins(a)wv.gov>, "Dorcas, Todd M" <Todd.M.Dorcas(a)wv.gov>, <randy.durst(a)movrc.org>, <ronald.eck(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Elsayed, Gehan M" <Gehan.M.Elsayed(a)wv.gov>, "Epperly, Mike D" <Mike.D.Epperly(a)wv.gov>, "Facemire, Lovell R" <Lovell.R.Facemire(a)wv.gov>, "Fauber, Jason R" <Jason.R.Fauber(a)wv.gov>, <scottferry(a)wvregion3.org>, <cfletcher(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <allison.fluitt(a)kimley-horn.com>, <m2gud4wrds(a)verizon.net>, "Foster, Jason C" <Jason.C.Foster(a)wv.gov>, "Frame, Michelle L" <Michelle.L.Frame(a)wv.gov>, <dave.gamble(a)dot.gov>, "Given, Kenneth T" <Kenneth.T.Given(a)wv.gov>, <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "Graley, Gary W" <Gary.W.Graley(a)wv.gov>, <kgreathouse(a)wvregion3.org>, <james.ham(a)ky.gov>, "Hammonds, Tom H" <Tom.H.Hammonds(a)wv.gov>, <bhawkins(a)alphaaec.com>, <mheckman(a)mbakercorp.com>, <shicks(a)wilbursmith.com>, <tracy.higgins(a)movrc.org>, <aibaugh(a)dtsgis.com>, "Jeffrey, Shelly F" <Shelly.F.Jeffrey(a)wv.gov>, <djones2(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Keller, Perry J" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, <john.kennedy(a)dot.gov>, <hugh.kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, "Lemon, Janet L" <Janet.L.Lemon(a)wv.gov>, "Lilly, Elizabeth A" <Elizabeth.A.Lilly(a)wv.gov>, "Lowther, Chad S" <Chad.S.Lowther(a)wv.gov>, <pmarshall(a)dtsgis.com>, <rmayolo(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "McCutcheon, Perry J" <Perry.J.McCutcheon(a)wv.gov>, "Mullins, Sondra L" <Sondra.L.Mullins(a)wv.gov>, "Murray, Bill R" <Bill.R.Murray(a)wv.gov>, <mneely(a)gfnet.com>, <tim.padgett(a)kimley-horn.com>, <mikepap(a)bhjmpc.org>, <chet_parsons(a)urscorp.com>, <johnpascoli(a)earthlink.net>, "Pauer, Jennifer" <Jennifer.Pauer(a)wv.gov>, "Pennington, Robert" <Robert.Pennington(a)wv.gov>, <spetro(a)gfnet.com>, "Pierce, Susan M" <Susan.M.Pierce(a)wv.gov>, <vince.post(a)movrc.org>, "Priddy, Timothy R" <Timothy.R.Priddy(a)wv.gov>, <drice(a)ntelos.net>, "Robinson, Bill C" <Bill.C.Robinson(a)wv.gov>, <john.rudmann(a)kci.com>, <ssalameh(a)ntelos.net>, <matt.selhorst(a)tetratech.com>, "Shaffer, Ben D" <Ben.D.Shaffer(a)wv.gov>, <jsigmon(a)ntelos.net>, <mark.sikora(a)hdrinc.com>, "Slack, Alanna J" <Alanna.J.Slack(a)wv.gov>, "Smith, Rebecca L" <Rebecca.L.Smith(a)wv.gov>, <dsnelting(a)jmpc.org>, <wstafford(a)wilbursmith.com>, <amy.staud(a)hdrinc.com>, "Swigger, Donna J" <Donna.J.Swigger(a)wv.gov>, <danthomas(a)ncdot.gov>, <RadNV(a)dot.state.sc.us>, "Warner, Richard L" <Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov>, "Watson, Robert C" <Robert.C.Watson(a)wv.gov>, "Weiskircher, Joseph J" <Joseph.J.Weiskircher(a)wv.gov>, "White, Mark J" <Mark.J.White(a)wv.gov>, "Williams, Donald L" <Donald.L.Williams(a)wv.gov>, <thomas.witt(a)ky.gov>, "Wood, William L" <William.L.Wood(a)wv.gov>, <jason.workman(a)fhwa.dot.gov>, <sarah.m.workman(a)usace.army.mil>, "Wriston, Jimmy D" <Jimmy.D.Wriston(a)wv.gov>, <brian.yanchik(a)dot.gov>, <john.r.yeager(a)usace.army.mil>, <zatar(a)marshall.edu>, <jamie.snow(a)burgessniple.com>, "Bernatowicz, Adrian J" <Adrian.J.Bernatowicz(a)wv.gov>, <aconrad(a)g-and-o.com>, <rsharma(a)belomar.org>, "Davis, Michael R" <Michael.R.Davis(a)wv.gov>, "Thorne, Lee J" <Lee.J.Thorne(a)wv.gov>, "Musick, Ryland W" <Ryland.W.Musick(a)wv.gov>, "Angus, Norse B" <Norse.B.Angus(a)wv.gov>, "Fint, Courtney P" <Courtney.P.Fint(a)wv.gov>, "Wallace, Jay R" <Jay.R.Wallace(a)wv.gov> > Subject: 2010 Transportation Planning Conference Information > > Good morning, > > This is just a reminder that you have registered to attend the 2010 Transportation Planning Conference that is being held at the Clarion Hotel Morgan in Morgantown October 26-28, 2010. The conference begins at 10:00a.m. on October 26th, with registration from 8:00a.m. to 10:00a.m. that morning. The agenda and announcement for the conference is attached. > > As mentioned in the announcement, a cookout will be held at Marilla Park at 6:00p.m. on October 27th. The cost for the cookout is $10/person (kids are free). For those who would like to participate, a guided bike ride via the Deckers Creek Trail and local roads is scheduled from the hotel to Marilla Park. You may bring your own bike, or rent one from Wamsley Cycles in Morgantown. The contact information for Wamsley Cycles is in the attached announcement. > > If you would like to participate in the bike ride, please email me to let me know ASAP, as we are trying to get an estimate for how many people are planning to participate. Please note that helmets will be required. > > Additionally, breakout sessions and focus groups are scheduled on the agenda for the afternoon of October 27th from 12:30pm-4:30pm. Please review the breakout sessions and focus groups and be thinking about which ones you would like to attend. If you have a preference on which focus group you would like to attend, please email me to let me know. > > The mobile lab that is scheduled as one of the breakout sessions will be a bus tour of different areas in the Morgantown vicinity as selected by the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board and the Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board. The site assessment breakout session will be a walking tour conducted by Dr. Ron Eck with WVU and will cover areas around the hotel. The mobile lab and site assessment are each limited to about 26 participants. If you would like to attend either of these, you may sign up when you register at the conference. Participation will be on a first come, first serve basis. > > Please feel free to email or call me at (304) 558-9602 should you have any questions. I look forward to seeing you at the conference! > > Thanks, > Elizabeth Lilly > WVDOH Program Planning & Administration Division

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Bumper Stickers
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Sep '10

30 Sep '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Aira, I now have 1,000 Share the Road. It's the Law! bumper stickers in my living room. What should I do with them? I'm thinking, give a few to each of you at next Thursday's BB meeting; a few to each Traffic Commission member at next Wednesday's TC meeting; a hundred or so to Pathfinder and Wamsley Cycles; fifty or so to the Greater Morgantown Commerce and Visitor's Bureau. Who wants to take a bunch out to Greer Limestone and stick them on the back of limestone trucks? Longview trucks? Rt. 100 coal trucks? Other ideas? Jeff Mikorski (Acting City Manager as of tomorrow) volunteered to pass them out to City staff and council and make them available in the lobby of City Hall. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Billboard
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Sep '10

30 Sep '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to the Education Committee, gunnar, Betsy, Ryan, JR Petsko (photographer) and Gary Rodosta (designer) our first electronic billboard is up on Easton Hill heading out of town from the Mileground. This is the first of seven electronic billboards that the Education Committee and Gary are designing and planning to display around the City next Spring. I attached a photo in case you don't happen to go out that way. It will only be up through October. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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MUTCD/ASHTO summary of bicycle-related signage
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 29 Sep '10

29 Sep '10

Hi BB, This is to close my action alert as discussed at the September 2, Bicycle Board Meeting. Attached are two documents. The first is the Authoritative Striping Guidelines document that was presented to the TC. The second is Sign Placement on shared-use paths. Both documents refer to the 2003 MUTCD that was/is still current. The first document also incorporates the 1999 AASHTO. The Striping Committee was comprised of Mark Wise (BOPARC), Don Spencer (City), Mike Breiding (Citizen), Christiaan Abildso (PSB), Ella Belling (MRTC), and me (BB), and ultimately came to this consensus about striping:/ / /Place a single, solid center line with arrows denoting travel direction on dangerous trail segments and at areas where pedestrians frequently enter the trail. / Based on personal observations, I feel this approach has been successful in helping to alter people's behavior. On another subject, if anyone is interested, I have the last revision of the Bicycle Parking Plan which may be of interest to those who want to get up to speed on what constitutes well-designed bicycle facilities. -Jonathan

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September report to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Sep '10

28 Sep '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please find subject report attached. It is due to the TC secretary tomorrow. If you have any suggested changes, please provide them before noon tomorrow, 9/28. (I apologize for all the footnotes with URLs but the TC reviews this report on paper and does not receive it electronically.) Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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New BikeMorgantown.com is Live!
by Gunnar Shogren 28 Sep '10

28 Sep '10

Thanks to all on the Education Comm. that helped. It's been a long time coming- http://bikemorgantown.com/ If you like it, tell your friends. If you don't, tell me. If you can think of things that you'd like to see on there, contact Frank about when the next Education comm. meeting is and show up! ...Or just write to me or Frank about including it... Thanks, and have a nice day further, gunnar.

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Shweeb
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 26 Sep '10

26 Sep '10

An interesting transportation solution: http://shweeb.com/ -Jonathan

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Action Alert: AAA wants to cut our funding
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 22 Sep '10

22 Sep '10

http://support.railstotrails.org/site/PageNavigator/AAA "The American Automobile Association (AAA) wants Congress to cut funds that support trail, biking and walking programs in order to funnel that money to the highway system. AAA has forgotten that bicyclists drive, support AAA, pay gas taxes and want balanced transportation systems that provide the choice to get around in a variety of ways."

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Fwd: SGA seeking appropriation for campus connector
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 21 Sep '10

21 Sep '10

Interesting news! -Jonathan -------- Original Message -------- Subject: SGA seeking appropriation for campus connector Date: Tue, 21 Sep 2010 12:36:04 -0700 (PDT) From: Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> Please see today's DA for story (click here <http://www.thedaonline.com/news/sga-members-discuss-new-pedestrian-path-tex…>) re: SGA seeking appropriation from Rep Mollohan of $700000 for campus connector trail from Grant Ave to Evansdale. Thank you SGA, and Ken Martis for your leadership on pushing this in the Traffic Commission. Let's hope it goes well. URL for story: http://www.thedaonline.com/news/sga-members-discuss-new-pedestrian-path-tex… Christiaan /*Walk more, safely*/ /Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board/ /Christiaan Abildso, Chair/ /Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair/ /http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm/

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MPO Conference Mobile Lab route
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Sep '10

14 Sep '10

Bicycle Board Members, Following is the route proposed by the Pedestrian Safety Board for the MPO Conference Mobile Laboratory: Leave Hotel Morgan Up Beechurst Right on Patteson/705 to Willowdale Right on Willowdale Left on Irwin Left on Chestnut Ridge Left on Stewartstown Left into Suncrest Town Center Right onto 705 Right onto Mileground Continue to Willey Willey back to town. Please reply by 9/21 with any bicycling points along the route and their specific locations that we should indicate to the WVDOH and other participants that will be on the bus. These would be points that illustrate bicyclist needs and issues that are common throughout the state. We can suggest changes to the route. The mobile lab will be a small 24 passenger Mountain Line bus. We may be able to get the driver to stop at interesting locations along the route however the tour must fit in the 12:30 -1:50 time slot on 10/27. I will compile your recommendations and provide a script to Bill Austin by 9/24 unless one of you wants to volunteer to do that. Referring to the minutes (attached) of the last 2 BB meetings in which we brainstormed ideas of routes and things to show them might help you respond to this message. I attended the Ped meeting last night and the above was the consensus route for indicating pedestrian issues. Matthew Cross will be the pedestrian spokesperson on the bus. I will be the bicycling spokesperson unless one of you want to do it or if I can persuade one of you to do it. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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September Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 11 Sep '10

11 Sep '10

Attached, please find the September Bicycle Board minutes.

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August Meeting Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 11 Sep '10

11 Sep '10

Attached, please find the August Bicycle Board minutes.

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Vote on billboard
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Sep '10

10 Sep '10

Bicycle Board Members, Attached are two versions of our first billboard image. Please reply 1 or 2 for the image that you think we should use. Voting closes midnight tomorrow, Tuesday, 9/7. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Second Sunday
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 08 Sep '10

08 Sep '10

Second Sunday is an event I learned about when I attended a 2010 Memorial Day event in Lexington, KY where more than 2,500 bicyclists of all ages participated: http://tomeblen.bloginky.com/2010/05/31/cyclists-of-all-ages-take-to-street… Lexington has a Second Sunday event every month: http://www.2ndsundayky.com/2nd-sunday-lexington.htm More about 2s: http://www.2ndsundayky.com/about-2s.htm This state endorsed program just started in 2009, and is already reaping amazing benefits. -Jonathan

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CCC in DA or MJ
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 04 Sep '10

04 Sep '10

I am just curious why I never observe Confident City Cycling ads in the Daily Athenaeum or the Mountaineer Jeffersonian? I can't help to think that there would be a much higher return rate from an ad targeting WVU students, plus anyone who knows anything about successful advertising would realize that just by adding the word FREE in the ad copy we would see a greatly enhanced response rate from this target group. -Jonathan

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Fwd: Baby Simon
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Sep '10

04 Sep '10

I guess Derek's absence at Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting can be considered excused. Congratulations Derek and Angie! Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: guitardeek(a)hotmail.com > Date: September 3, 2010 9:46:18 PM EDT > To: "Grandma" <ida(a)springston.com>, "Dave Springston" <david(a)springston.com>, "Marith Adams" <bowiekitten(a)yahoo.com>, "Andy Shay" <the_crawdad(a)hotmail.com>, "Anne Miller" <amiller(a)bankandoffice.com>, "Arash & Bejat Kasaaian" <ArashKas(a)cs.com>, "Chris Adams" <CAdams1(a)wans.net>, "Ed and Diane Grych" <edigrych(a)frontiernet.net>, "Eddie Maier" <morkthedork(a)hotmail.com>, "Eli Jackson" <eli.jackson(a)gimail.af.mil>, "Eric Henrickson" <moxiemeister(a)hotmail.com>, "Erin Morrow" <erin.morrow(a)gmail.com>, "Sima and Eyob Hailemichael" <simsyobby(a)hotmail.com>, "Tara Miller" <tmiller(a)ctleng.com>, "Francis Rengers" <francis.rengers(a)gmail.com>, "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "Bobby Sparks" <sprky_dog(a)hotmail.com>, "Gen Larimer" <Snowmeow7(a)yahoo.com>, "Gerald Murry" <gerald_murry(a)yahoo.com>, "Greg Shaw" <goodspirit(a)yahoo.com>, "Irshat Madyarov" <irshat(a)yahoo.com>, "Isidor Domguia-o" <isidor1(a)marshall.edu>, "Jb Seay" <jbseay(a)yahoo.com>, "Jamal Derakhshan" <derakhshanjj(a)hotmail.com>, "Jason Lowther" <trulyfooling1(a)yahoo.com>, "Jason Springston" <jspringsx(a)hotmail.com>, "Jeff Christianson" <jrc187(a)yahoo.com>, "Jennifer Adamson" <jadamson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, "Jimmy Mali" <jmali19(a)hotmail.com>, "Joe Urbati" <jurbati(a)yahoo.com>, "Joey Angies friend" <shadowsorcerer(a)hotmail.com>, "John Souther" <possumdee(a)gmail.com>, "John Whittier" <jnwhit(a)comcast.net>, "Brian Long" <carguybrian(a)gmail.com>, "Jon Napier" <nape26(a)gmail.com>, "Josh Berlin" <josh_berlin(a)yahoo.com>, "Ken Casto" <coolmanray(a)hotmail.com>, "Laura Steck" <arualenna(a)yahoo.com>, "Linda Fritz" <lfritz(a)access.k12.wv.us>, "Machija Harriman" <machijarx7(a)yahoo.com>, "Marith Adams" <bowiekitten(a)yahoo.com>, "Mark Lewis" <lewis115(a)marshall.edu>, "Mike Robinson" <m.a.j.d.robinson(a)hotmail.com>, "Moira Shaw" <parvanih(a)yahoo.com>, "Nancy Ieradi" <nieradi(a)wvu.edu>, "Nathan Harris" <nathan_r_harris(a)yahoo.com>, "Nuraniyeh Krasko" <myladywizard(a)yahoo.com>, "Dennis Pierson" <rstaconstructionllc(a)hotmail.com>, "Paul Ernisse" <paulwvu(a)yahoo.com>, "Roy Martin" <royworth(a)gmail.com>, "Sandy Miller" <smiller19(a)verizon.net>, "Sasant Nuthakki" <n_bobby(a)hotmail.com>, "Sharron Hendrick" <sharronhendrick(a)hotmail.com>, "Shirley and Jim Martin" <jim4martin(a)hotmail.com>, "Sima and Eyob Hailemichael" <simsyobby(a)hotmail.com>, "Simon Kelly" <ddiggitydank(a)yahoo.com>, "Tara Miller" <trmiller91(a)yahoo.com>, "Tim Hicks" <timothy.c.hicks(a)gmail.com>, "Tracy Rush" <trushour(a)yahoo.com>, "Trina Griffith" <trina.griffith(a)gmail.com>, "Zach Fowler" <zfowler(a)mix.wvu.edu> > Subject: Baby Simon > Reply-To: guitardeek(a)hotmail.com > > Hey guys, > Simon Burke Springston was born on Wednesday, Sept. 1st at 5:33pm. He weighed 6 lbs and 15 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. Angie is doing well. We'll likely leave the hospital Saturday, Sept. 4th. I've attached a few pictures for you. Enjoy! > Derek > Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless device from U.S. Cellular

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Traffic skills for Experienced Cyclists Sat. Oct. 2
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Sep '10

02 Sep '10

Bicycle Board Members, On Saturday, October 2, 9 am - 2 pm, we will conduct a special traffic skills class for EXPERIENCED CYCLISTS. Please reply to this message if you want to get respect from motorists, lose your fear of riding in traffic and avoid crashes! You will learn: Essential Handling Skills: steering in a straight line and scanning & signaling. Bicycling in Traffic: principles of traffic law; lane positioning and getting motorists to yield to you. Avoiding Crashes: why crashes happen; crash prevention and crash avoidance maneuvers. You must already know: 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. Efficiency, Power, Endurance: cadence and smooth shifting; nutrition & hydration and training routines. Riding with Groups and on the Trail: group etiquette and trail etiquette. These topics are covered in the 1-hour Monday night and full-weekend courses (see BikeMorgantown.com for schedule). Being an EXPERIENCED CYCLIST means you already know these. Tests: There will be a practical road test at the end and an optional written test. If you pass both, you will get a certificate from the League of American Bicyclists. The written test covers all the topics above. You can get all the theory and take the written test on-line at bikeed.org . If you pass the tests there and bring your results to class, they will count for the written test. Cost: The cost is $20. If you have a WVU ID and pass both the tests, your fee will be reimbursed. Location: Meet at the Prete Bldg. (University Services Center) 3040 University Avenue Room 3302 at 9 am sharp. Bring your bike, helmet and clothing appropriate for the weather. What you need to bring: Please bring: bicycle, helmet, cycling clothes appropriate for the prevailing weather, clothing comfortable for sitting in a classroom and notebook and pen or pencil. Frank D. Gmeindl Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board LCI #1703 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Bike Parking press release
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Sep '10

02 Sep '10

Bicycle Board Members, An article entitled, "Morgantown ads sidewalk bike parking" appeared in today's Dominion Post that is so different from the press release that I sent them that I'm compelled to send you that which I sent them. Please see attached. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Agenda for this Thursday
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached two documents: 1. Suggested agenda for this Thursday's meeting. 2. Minutes of last month's meeting. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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report to TC and agenda for next Thu
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Aug '10

27 Aug '10

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a report to the Traffic Commission that I intend to present to the Commission at next Wednesday's meeting. Please let me know if I should make any changes or additions. Also, this Sunday, I will issue the agenda for next Thursday's BB meeting. Please let me know by Saturday night if you want something on it including how much time you'll need and the desired outcome. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] [Bike board] Bicycle Plan
by jimrye_adelphia1＠comcast.net 22 Aug '10

22 Aug '10

I see in Don's feedback an appendix listed: WVU Bicycle Plan Summary . I did not know there was one or perhaps I have forgotten... but would like to examine if it exists. This relates to the Kanawha Plan--I did a quick search for "employer" of the executive summary and various other components, and did not surface the term. I think that any community wide bicycle plan needs serious input and involvement from major area employes, in our case WVU, WVU Hospitals, Mon County Board of Education, Mylan, Mon Gen Hospital.... I support all of Don's comments. I support education and signage (latter being part of engineering and education) as areas needing major attention in conception of the plan as wekk as critical early outputs and outcomes of the plan. jimrye_adelphia1(a)comcast.net "The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson "The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson ----- Original Message ----- From: "Don Spencer" <dspencer36(a)comcast.net> To: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Cc: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)moncpc.org> Sent: Saturday, August 21, 2010 1:20:35 AM Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] [Bike board] Bicycle Plan Frank – I too strongly support the development of a comprehensive bicycling plan, but I do have some reservations about the applicability for the Greater Morgantown area of what I understand the Kanawha and Putnam County Plan to be. I think that it is prudent for us to proceed with an organization of the plan which continues to gives prominence to the SIX E’s. The framework of the K&P plan is essentially three large chapters which contain lots of different types of information but does not give a structure which would likely increase an understanding of the issues by our policy makers or many other readers. Other important uses for a plan are 1) creating a means for communicating with the League of American Cyclists; 2) orienting/providing-a-reference our own new Bicycle Board members as new members continue to join the board each year; and 3) providing clear background for on-going, changing media personnel as to WHY we are doing each of type of things that is being done. I do not think that the K&P Plan organization would effectively serve each of those purposes for us. 1. We certainly would need an overview and executive summary. 2. We also need state-of the-art explanations on the importance of cycling: its benefits, the priorities in creating bicycling friendly communities, and an explanation of our existing conditions in the Morgantown area. 3. We need a description of local cycling’s government environment and the relationship of cycling in the Morgantown to the WVDOT, GMMPO, city and county government. Included with this could be an explanation of the background of the planning process. 4. We need an explanation of recommended national and state standards or policies for infrastructure, signage, bicycle law, parking, inter-modal interface, and bicycle driving and/or any other matter relating to streets, roads, greenways or other classifications of thoroughfares. 5. We need a section which, in light of the priority standards and policies presented, provides a ranked list of recommended changes for infrastructure and engineering. 6. We also need overall policy goals/objectives/projected action steps with rationale relating to education, enforcement, environment, evaluation, and equality. 7. We also need a plan for developing safe cycling to middle schools and high schools as well as a description of collaborative planning with WVU. 8. We need a discussion of our state and local bicycle law environment and plans/priorities for change and advocacy. 9. We need a financial plan for implementing priority cycling improvements. 10. And we need an ongoing plan which will describe a) on-going role of the Bicycle Board, b) means by which infrastructure will be maintained, c) ways by which education and training can be continued, d) methodology by which progress of community cycling will be measured, and e) method by which new planning will be continued. Appendices: List of governments participating in planning – including MPO, Morgantown Traffic Commission and Bicycle Board; Vision/mission/guideline/membership of Bicycle Board; MPO/City of Morgantown Complete Streets Policy; Street Design Guidelines prepared by Dan Burden; MPO Non-Motorized Transportation Plan, WVU Bicycle Plan Summary; County/City Transit Routes and Planning Summary; Bicycle Accident Data; State Code information on bicycles; City codes on bicycles; Copy of DOT Grant Award for Education to City of Morgantown; report on program implementation to date; MRTC rail trail information; overview of League of American Bicyclist’s Bicycle Friendly City Awards Program; list of cities and states which have received League Bicycle Friendly City/State recognition; summary of status of other municipal bicycle development in West Virginia, 2000 charrette survey results; other research reports; newspaper articles, brochures; maps, pictures, illustrations, graphs; pocket with folded Bicycle Map of Greater Morgantown prepared by the Morgantown Bicycle Board; pocket with folded map of Rail Trails of North Central West Virginia; etc. These are some suggestions for a comprehensive foundation document. Hopefully this may help with the planning for comprehensive planning; perhaps a committee can look this over along with other ideas and responses from others. I am willing to help with the preparation of a draft plan if requested. Don From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On Behalf Of Frank Gmeindl Sent: Friday, August 20, 2010 9:58 AM To: Bicycle Board Cc: Bill Austin Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bicycle Plan Hugh, Nick, Chet, Thanks for your affirmation of the need for us to have a comprehensive plan. I doubt any BB member will argue against such. I'd like to see some feedback on the substance of the plan. e.g. What do you think of their organization for doing the plan? what do you think of their process for identifying needs? for defining improvements? What do you think of their planned improvements? Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On Aug 20, 2010, at 8:26 AM, Hugh Kierig wrote: Frank I think that it would be a great thing to do, similar to the Pedestrian Safety Plan that the Ped Board is taking through the approval process now. Hugh E. Kierig, AICP, Director Department of Transportation and Parking West Virginia University Post Office Box 6561 1112 Van Voorhis Morgantown , West Virginia 26506 304-293-9095 (o) 304-293-3939 (f) >>> Frank Gmeindl < frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net > 8/19/2010 7:52 PM >>> Bicycle Board Members, >From the very beginning of the Bicycle Board, some of us felt we need a comprehensive bicycle plan. Our 2007 application for the LAB Bicycle Friendly Community award was our attempt to organize such a plan. Subsequently, we have continued to view our initiatives in the 5E categories that I think helped us maintain a balanced on focused program. Bill Austin wants to create a Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan. The Charleston area MPO, Regional Intergovernmental Council, completed a walking and cycling study 2 years ago. It can be found at http://www.wvregion3.org/Transportation/bike-ped_plan.htm I'm wondering what you think of it because we could use it as a model. Please keep this among ourselves because Dennis Strawn from Charleston sent this to me to help develop the presentation that we'll make to the statewide MPO conference in October with the understanding that I would not distribute it beyond the Morgantown BB. Please send me or to the BB your comments about the Charleston plan or about a Greater Morgantown Plan. Ultimately, if we're going to develop a comprehensive bicycle plan, we'll have to have a plan for how to do that:P Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] [Bike board] Bicycle Plan
by Chip Wamsley 21 Aug '10

21 Aug '10

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Don Spencer" <dspencer36(a)comcast.net> Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 01:20:35 -0400 Frank, I thing the Kanawha et al plan could be used in part for some of the format, but a lot of it doesn't mesh with some of our philosophies. Don brings up some strong points to use what we have developed and done an excellent outline. A combination of both might work well. Chip >Frank - I too strongly support the development of a comprehensive bicycling >plan, but I do have some reservations about the applicability for the >Greater Morgantown area of what I understand the Kanawha and Putnam County >Plan to be. > > > >I think that it is prudent for us to proceed with an organization of the >plan which continues to gives prominence to the SIX E's. The framework of >the K&P plan is essentially three large chapters which contain lots of >different types of information but does not give a structure which would >likely increase an understanding of the issues by our policy makers or many >other readers. Other important uses for a plan are 1) creating a means for >communicating with the League of American Cyclists; 2) >orienting/providing-a-reference our own new Bicycle Board members as new >members continue to join the board each year; and 3) providing clear >background for on-going, changing media personnel as to WHY we are doing >each of type of things that is being done. I do not think that the K&P Plan >organization would effectively serve each of those purposes for us. > > > >1. We certainly would need an overview and executive >summary. > >2. We also need state-of the-art explanations on the >importance of cycling: its benefits, the priorities in creating bicycling >friendly communities, and an explanation of our existing conditions in the >Morgantown area. > >3. We need a description of local cycling's government >environment and the relationship of cycling in the Morgantown to the WVDOT, >GMMPO, city and county government. Included with this could be an >explanation of the background of the planning process. > >4. We need an explanation of recommended national and >state standards or policies for infrastructure, signage, bicycle law, >parking, inter-modal interface, and bicycle driving and/or any other matter >relating to streets, roads, greenways or other classifications of >thoroughfares. > >5. We need a section which, in light of the priority >standards and policies presented, provides a ranked list of recommended >changes for infrastructure and engineering. > >6. We also need overall policy goals/objectives/projected >action steps with rationale relating to education, enforcement, environment, >evaluation, and equality. > >7. We also need a plan for developing safe cycling to >middle schools and high schools as well as a description of collaborative >planning with WVU. > >8. We need a discussion of our state and local bicycle >law environment and plans/priorities for change and advocacy. > >9. We need a financial plan for implementing priority >cycling improvements. > >10. And we need an ongoing plan which will describe a) >on-going role of the Bicycle Board, b) means by which infrastructure will be >maintained, c) ways by which education and training can be continued, d) >methodology by which progress of community cycling will be measured, and e) >method by which new planning will be continued. > > > >Appendices: List of governments participating in planning - including MPO, >Morgantown Traffic Commission and Bicycle Board; >Vision/mission/guideline/membership of Bicycle Board; MPO/City of Morgantown >Complete Streets Policy; Street Design Guidelines prepared by Dan Burden; >MPO Non-Motorized Transportation Plan, WVU Bicycle Plan Summary; County/City >Transit Routes and Planning Summary; Bicycle Accident Data; State Code >information on bicycles; City codes on bicycles; Copy of DOT Grant Award for >Education to City of Morgantown; report on program implementation to date; >MRTC rail trail information; overview of League of American Bicyclist's >Bicycle Friendly City Awards Program; list of cities and states which have >received League Bicycle Friendly City/State recognition; summary of status >of other municipal bicycle development in West Virginia, 2000 charrette >survey results; other research reports; newspaper articles, brochures; maps, >pictures, illustrations, graphs; pocket with folded Bicycle Map of Greater >Morgantown prepared by the Morgantown Bicycle Board; pocket with folded map >of Rail Trails of North Central West Virginia; etc. > > > >These are some suggestions for a comprehensive foundation document. >Hopefully this may help with the planning for comprehensive planning; >perhaps a committee can look this over along with other ideas and responses >from others. I am willing to help with the preparation of a draft plan if >requested. > > > >Don > > > > > > > > _____ > >From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] On >Behalf Of Frank Gmeindl >Sent: Friday, August 20, 2010 9:58 AM >To: Bicycle Board >Cc: Bill Austin >Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Bicycle Plan > > > >Hugh, Nick, Chet, > > > >Thanks for your affirmation of the need for us to have a comprehensive plan. >I doubt any BB member will argue against such. > > > >I'd like to see some feedback on the substance of the plan. e.g. What do >you think of their organization for doing the plan? what do you think of >their process for identifying needs? for defining improvements? What do >you think of their planned improvements? > > > >Frank Gmeindl > >Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > > > >On Aug 20, 2010, at 8:26 AM, Hugh Kierig wrote: > > > > > >Frank > > > >I think that it would be a great thing to do, similar to the Pedestrian >Safety Plan that the Ped Board is taking through the approval process now. > > > >Hugh E. Kierig, AICP, Director > >Department of Transportation and Parking > >West Virginia University > >Post Office Box 6561 > >1112 Van Voorhis > >Morgantown, West Virginia 26506 > >304-293-9095 (o) > >304-293-3939 (f) > > > > > >>>> Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> 8/19/2010 7:52 PM >>> >Bicycle Board Members, > > > >>From the very beginning of the Bicycle Board, some of us felt we need a >comprehensive bicycle plan. Our 2007 application for the LAB Bicycle >Friendly Community award was our attempt to organize such a plan. >Subsequently, we have continued to view our initiatives in the 5E categories >that I think helped us maintain a balanced on focused program. > > > >Bill Austin wants to create a Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan. The >Charleston area MPO, Regional Intergovernmental Council, completed a walking >and cycling study 2 years ago. It can be found at > > >http://www.wvregion3.org/Transportation/bike-ped_plan.htm > > > >I'm wondering what you think of it because we could use it as a model. > > > >Please keep this among ourselves because Dennis Strawn from Charleston sent >this to me to help develop the presentation that we'll make to the statewide >MPO conference in October with the understanding that I would not distribute >it beyond the Morgantown BB. > > > >Please send me or to the BB your comments about the Charleston plan or about >a Greater Morgantown Plan. Ultimately, if we're going to develop a >comprehensive bicycle plan, we'll have to have a plan for how to do that:P > > > >Frank Gmeindl > >Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > > > > > > > > > >

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Bicycle Plan
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Aug '10

21 Aug '10

Bicycle Board Members, From the very beginning of the Bicycle Board, some of us felt we need a comprehensive bicycle plan. Our 2007 application for the LAB Bicycle Friendly Community award was our attempt to organize such a plan. Subsequently, we have continued to view our initiatives in the 5E categories that I think helped us maintain a balanced on focused program. Bill Austin wants to create a Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan. The Charleston area MPO, Regional Intergovernmental Council, completed a walking and cycling study 2 years ago. It can be found at http://www.wvregion3.org/Transportation/bike-ped_plan.htm I'm wondering what you think of it because we could use it as a model. Please keep this among ourselves because Dennis Strawn from Charleston sent this to me to help develop the presentation that we'll make to the statewide MPO conference in October with the understanding that I would not distribute it beyond the Morgantown BB. Please send me or to the BB your comments about the Charleston plan or about a Greater Morgantown Plan. Ultimately, if we're going to develop a comprehensive bicycle plan, we'll have to have a plan for how to do that:P Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bicycle Plan
by director 20 Aug '10

20 Aug '10

Frank, I wholeheartedly support development of a plan, and the plan to plan a plan. At the moment Positive Spin is in the throes of moving to a new location, but I'll look at the Charleston Plan as my time permits. We are in the process of revising Positive Spin's vision and mission statement to drop transit and carpooling from our scope so we can better focus on biking and walking. This should allow us to cooperate more fully with the bike board and pedestrian board. Our primary vision will still be reducing traffic and making Morgantown more livable and sustainable while sustaining the organization with bike recycling and advocacy activities. It's my hope that a bicycle plan will help support non-governmental activities like Positive Spin's, so I have a vested (but honorable) interest in helping with the plan. I'll try to respond to the bike plan with comments by next week. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2010 19:52:34 -0400 >Bicycle Board Members, > >From the very beginning of the Bicycle Board, some of us felt we need a comprehensive bicycle plan. Our 2007 application for the LAB Bicycle Friendly Community award was our attempt to organize such a plan. Subsequently, we have continued to view our initiatives in the 5E categories that I think helped us maintain a balanced on focused program. > >Bill Austin wants to create a Greater Morgantown Bicycle Plan. The Charleston area MPO, Regional Intergovernmental Council, completed a walking and cycling study 2 years ago. It can be found at > >http://www.wvregion3.org/Transportation/bike-ped_plan.htm > >I'm wondering what you think of it because we could use it as a model. > >Please keep this among ourselves because Dennis Strawn from Charleston sent this to me to help develop the presentation that we'll make to the statewide MPO conference in October with the understanding that I would not distribute it beyond the Morgantown BB. > >Please send me or to the BB your comments about the Charleston plan or about a Greater Morgantown Plan. Ultimately, if we're going to develop a comprehensive bicycle plan, we'll have to have a plan for how to do that:P > >Frank Gmeindl >Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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Fwd: grant possibility??
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Aug '10

17 Aug '10

Bicycle Board Members, This is about a $10K grant opportunity. If some of you would help me write the application, I would like to submit one to purchase bike lockers for all of the City parking garages. There are two application deadlines coming up: August 27 and November 30. If we jumped on it right now, we might be able to make the August 27 deadline but the November 30 deadline is probably more attainable. We don't have to apply for bike lockers. If you would like to apply for something else, there are two categories: facilities and advocacy. Our application would only have to fit the criteria. Please reply if you're interested. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles Begin forwarded message: > From: "Hugh Kierig" <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Date: August 16, 2010 5:07:55 PM EDT > To: "Kimberly Zaph" <Kimberly.Zaph(a)mail.wvu.edu> > Cc: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "Frank Gmeindl" <bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: grant possibility?? > > Kim > > thanks, looks interesting. I will forward this to the Bike Board for their consideration. > > Hugh E. Kierig, AICP, Director > Department of Transportation and Parking > West Virginia University > Post Office Box 6561 > 1112 Van Voorhis > Morgantown, West Virginia 26506 > 304-293-9095 (o) > 304-293-3939 (f) > > > > >>> Kimberly Zaph 8/16/2010 10:42 AM >>> > Hello Hugh, > > I can across this and I thought you might be interested... > http://www.bikesbelong.org/grants/apply-for-a-grant/how-to-apply-for-a-bike…. > > Kind regards, > Kimberly > > > Kimberly A. B. Zaph, MS, CSCS, ACSM HFS > Wellness Program Manager > WVU Division of Human Resources > P. O. Box 6640 > One Waterfront Place > Morgantown, WV 26506 > (304) 293-8405 > (304) 293-7532 (fax) > Kimberly.Zaph(a)mail.wvu.edu > http://employeewellness.wvu.edu/ >

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Presentation to MPO conference
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Aug '10

12 Aug '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Aira, Chip, Don Spencer, Hugh, Jonathan and Marilyn for attending last week's Bicycle Board meeting and for brainstorming ideas for the presentation to the October MPO conference. Attached is the agenda for the conference. Hugh suggested that for the presentation, we start with a presentation that I gave last year to the MPO. Attached is that presentation that I already tweaked just slightly to make it more appropriate for the statewide MPOs and for a joint Morgantown, Parkersburg, Charleston presentation. What are your thoughts about using that presentation? According to Bill Austin, the purpose of the presentation is to educate the participants on cyclists' issues and needs. I would appreciate your ideas for improving it. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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An affordable Bike Sharing proposal
by director 11 Aug '10

11 Aug '10

Good morning, I saw this on treehugger.com this morning, thought it might interest others. Nick http://www.treehugger.com/files/2010/08/wireless-enhanced-social-bike-shari… -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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Fwd: Letter to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Aug '10

10 Aug '10

Bicycle Board Members, Here's a case where we're making progress before we even got a chance to formally present our recommendation to the Traffic Commission. You may recall that I sent you for your review the recommendation to correct the in-line grates. Well, this month's Traffic Commission meeting didn't happen and I didn't get a chance to present the recommendation. I don't know how Terry Hough got it but apparently, she thinks it's important enough to take action before the Traffic Commission even sees it. I only wish it had something to do with roadways rather than shoulders. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles Begin forwarded message: > From: "Terry Hough" <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Date: August 10, 2010 4:52:14 PM EDT > To: "Scott Copen " <scopen(a)mub.org>, "Radabaugh, Bryan L" <Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov> > Cc: "Frank Gmeindl " <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>, "Dan Boroff" <dboroff(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, "Damien Davis" <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> > Subject: FW: Letter to TC > > Gentlemen, > > Attached is a proposed letter to the Morgantown Traffic Commission > regarding grates that exist on DOH routes and other locations. The > complaint was first sent to the City of Morgantown. As the City has no > control of either the storm drainage or work within DOH rights-of-way, > this was passed on to both MUB and DOH for your consideration. The > Traffic Commission, being a committee of the City of Morgantown, also > has no jurisdiction over this issue. > > You will notice from the emails, that there has been no real response to > the issue. Everyone recognizes the fact that we are all very busy with > respect to our work load. I would like to personally request that some > type of response be forwarded regarding this issue. I would greatly > appreciate it!!! > > Thanks again for all of your help!!! > Terry > > > Terry L. Hough P.E., P.S, CFM > Public Works Director / City Engineer > 389 Spruce Street > Morgantown, WV 26505 > 304-284-7412 > though(a)cityofmorgantown.org > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Barbara Shellito > Sent: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 3:28 PM > To: Damien Davis; Terry Hough > Subject: FW: Letter to TC > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] > Sent: Tuesday, August 03, 2010 12:46 PM > To: Barbara Shellito > Subject: Letter to TC > > Barbara, > > I would like to present the attached memo to the TC at tomorrow's > meeting. Could you please make sufficient copies for all members? > > Frank >

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Fwd: Trail closed?
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Aug '10

10 Aug '10

Bicycle Board Members, I'm forwarding this message to you so you will be aware of it. I did not run it by you for your concurrence because I judged that was not necessary. Please let me know if I've overstepped my bounds. Frank Gmeindl 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: August 10, 2010 12:50:08 PM EDT > To: dboroff(a)cityofmorgantown.org > Cc: rnutter(a)wvu.edu > Subject: Trail closed? > > Mr. Boroff, > > Today, on my weekly grocery shopping trip to Aldi, I was dismayed to find what I believe is a Morgantown street torn up and blocked by a sign saying, "Trail Closed". The street connects Foundry St. to the trail. When is that going to be opened again? Could a sign stating the period that it will be closed be affixed to the Trail Closed sign? This street is a very popular access route for cyclists to the rail trail. As far as I could tell, the trail is not closed, just this street. > > Recent stories in the Dominion Post exclaimed that the rail-trail is reopened after MUB's half-year closure of it Those of us paying closer attention are aware that MUB has planned to close the other half of the trail. Now, we just don't know when. Is this the beginning of that? As Chairman of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board, I would like to be able to inform cyclists of activities and plans that interrupt their use of our roadways as well as our recreational facilities to avoid surprises that could endanger them. > > At a recent Traffic Commission meeting, the Morgantown Police representative on the Commission stated that the new bicycle police officers that patrol the trail will continue to do so as long as weather permits. I am compelled to tell you that several Morgantown area cyclists use the rail trail throughout the year to commute to work and other typical transportation destinations. They ride the trail in all weather except when it becomes covered with pocked and rutted ice because it is not cleared. For those cyclists, it is not weather that does not permit them to continue to use their machines for transportation but rather the lack of maintenance of the trail that one expects of all our thoroughfares. > > > > > > 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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Crosswalk at Patterson and Univ (lack thereof)
by director 10 Aug '10

10 Aug '10

Good morning, I was walking to my wife's house in Suncrest the other day and noticed that when they repaved Patteson they didn't paint a crosswalk anywhere at the intersection with University, except on the west crossing. I understand it will be difficult to do so because the roads intersect at an angle, but it seems like it is needed there. This intersection gets traffic from students, residents of Unity Manor and anyone trying to walk to shopping (at or near Kroger) from Suncrest. What would be the best step to take next? Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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Fw shared: Morgantown Taking Steps to Promote Biking Around the City - WBOY-TV - WBOY.com
by guitardeek＠hotmail.com 09 Aug '10

09 Aug '10

Hey guys, I assume all of you saw this! If not, here it is. I'm excited about it. Derek Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless device from U.S. Cellular -----Original Message----- From: "eternalsunshinewv(a)gmail.com" <eternalsunshinewv(a)gmail.com> Sender: ShareThis <notifier(a)bounces.sharethis.com> Date: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 00:40:02 To: <guitardeek(a)hotmail.com> Reply-To: eternalsunshinewv(a)gmail.com Subject: eternalsunshinewv(a)gmail.com has shared: Morgantown Taking Steps to Promote Biking Around the City - WBOY-TV - WBOY.com eternalsunshinewv(a)gmail.com wanted to share this with you: Morgantown Taking Steps to Promote Biking Around the City - WBOY-TV - WBOY.com http://shar.es/0m01e James Yeater is using the project to get his Eagle Scout ranking. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Powered by ShareThis http://sharethis.com

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here's a bumper sticker proposal
by Aira Loren Burkhart 04 Aug '10

04 Aug '10

see attached aira

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Re: [Bikeboard] Agenda for this Thursday's BB meeting
by director 04 Aug '10

04 Aug '10

Frank, Just viewed all of the PSAs. I know it's probably too late to make changes but I might suggest the following additions: - Put a link to the Morgantown and WV statutes affecting cyclists in the closing page of the ads - Cite the specific statute that gives the exact wording of the "Same Rights, Same Rules" statement. In my youth I was cited for a violation (at age 14) which I wasn't clear on, only to be told that I am supposed to follow the same rules as all vehicles - yet no one could tell me where to find out what those rules are. Since they are so readily available on the internet it makes sense to give the link. Alternatively you might put a page up on the bike board site giving a suitable paraphrasing, like we've done at Positive Spin: http://www.positivespin.org/PS_LawBrochure.pdf Thanks, Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Sun, 1 Aug 2010 19:54:42 -0400 >Bicycle Board Members, > >Please find attached 3 documents: >1. Suggested agenda for this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting. >2. Minutes of last month's meeting. >3. Education highlights. > >The video spots are complete. If you want to view them, go to > >http://vimeo.com/13711890 > >and input password: morgantown > >For Thursday's meeting, think about bicycling issues and needs that you will present to the statewide Metropolitan Planning Organization conference in October. Also, think about where around Morgantown you'll take them in a "mobile laboratory" (bus) and how you'll persuade them to make improvements. > >Frank Gmeindl >Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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Education Committee minutes
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Aug '10

03 Aug '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Chip, gunnar and Ryan Post for representing the Education Committee today at an 8 am meeting to get the video spots, billboards and an ad in the Mountaineer Yellow Pages done. Attached are the minutes of the meeting. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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In-line drain grates
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Aug '10

03 Aug '10

Bicycle Board Members, I plan to deliver the attached memo to the Traffic Commission at tomorrow night's Traffic Commission meeting. Please let me know at your earliest convenience if you see any problems with it. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Agenda for this Thursday's BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Aug '10

01 Aug '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached 3 documents: 1. Suggested agenda for this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting. 2. Minutes of last month's meeting. 3. Education highlights. The video spots are complete. If you want to view them, go to http://vimeo.com/13711890 and input password: morgantown For Thursday's meeting, think about bicycling issues and needs that you will present to the statewide Metropolitan Planning Organization conference in October. Also, think about where around Morgantown you'll take them in a "mobile laboratory" (bus) and how you'll persuade them to make improvements. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] No bike lane this year .. unless
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 29 Jul '10

29 Jul '10

Jim Hunt says that Sunnyside Up can help organize some volunteers. -Jonathan On 7/28/2010 11:45 AM, James Hunt wrote: > > Jonathan, > > I think we should be able to organize some volunteers. Please count > us in and we will do what we can. > > Thanks, > > Jim > > Sunnyside Email Signature Banner > > James C. Hunt Executive Director > > 709 Beechurst Avenue, Suite 30 > > Morgantown, WV 26505 > > 304-629-1302 Cell > > 304-284-0051 Office > > jimhunt(a)sunnysideupwv.org > > www.sunnysideupwv.org > > The information in this email, and any attachments, may contain > confidential information and is intended solely for the attention and > use of the named addressee(s). It must not be disclosed to any > person(s) without authorization. If you are not the intended > recipient, or a person responsible for delivering it to the intended > recipient, you are not authorized to, and must not, disclose, copy, > distribute, or retain this message or any part of it. If you have > received this communication in error, please notify the sender > immediately. > > Please consider the environment before printing this email. > > *From:* Jonathan Rosenbaum [mailto:freesource@cheat.org] > *Sent:* Tuesday, July 27, 2010 9:04 PM > *To:* Jim Hunt > *Subject:* Re: [Bikeboard] No bike lane this year .. unless > > Hi Jim, > > This bicycle climbing lane (read below) will have an important > influence for people living in Sunnyside. The BB chair is looking for > volunteers to provide labor to paint lines. Would it be possible to > organize some WVU volunteers from Sunnyside Up to help with this project? > > -Jonathan > > On 7/27/2010 3:51 PM, Frank Gmeindl wrote: > > Bicycle Board Members, > > We recently cleared all the hurdles to get WVDOH to approve the > bicycle climbing lane on Mon Blvd when WVU formally agreed with > removing parking from the shoulder there. Meanwhile, the engineering > department re-estimated the cost of the bike lane at $20,000. The > original estimate about a year ago was $10K. Then it climbed to $13K > about 6 months ago for new City labor rates and now it's up to $20K > because they now prefer to contract it out. > > I met with Dan Boroff last Friday to check on the status. He told me > that the bike lane is a good project but the City can't afford it this > year. City business and occupation taxes have been lower than expected > during the first quarter of the 2010 impacting the City budgets. The > project will need to be approved by City Council as a project with > Capital Escrow funds at a future time (possibly next spring). > > I'm just guessing that $10-15K of the project estimate is labor. How > many of you would be willing and able to spend 2 days installing the > bike lane if the City provided the paint, equipment and 1 > knowledgeable supervisor? If we can raise sufficient volunteer labor, > I'll ask the City Manager if we can negotiate. > > Frank Gmeindl > > /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org <mailto:Bikeboard@cheat.org> > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Re: [Bikeboard] No bike lane this year
by director 28 Jul '10

28 Jul '10

Frank, I'll certainly volunteer, if there's enough notice I can get other Positive Spin volunteers. Possibly up to 5. CCE students from WVU would also be a possibility. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:51:09 -0400 >Bicycle Board Members, > >We recently cleared all the hurdles to get WVDOH to approve the bicycle climbing lane on Mon Blvd when WVU formally agreed with removing parking from the shoulder there. Meanwhile, the engineering department re-estimated the cost of the bike lane at $20,000. The original estimate about a year ago was $10K. Then it climbed to $13K about 6 months ago for new City labor rates and now it's up to $20K because they now prefer to contract it out. > >I met with Dan Boroff last Friday to check on the status. He told me that the bike lane is a good project but the City can't afford it this year. City business and occupation taxes have been lower than expected during the first quarter of the 2010 impacting the City budgets. The project will need to be approved by City Council as a project with Capital Escrow funds at a future time (possibly next spring). > >I'm just guessing that $10-15K of the project estimate is labor. How many of you would be willing and able to spend 2 days installing the bike lane if the City provided the paint, equipment and 1 knowledgeable supervisor? If we can raise sufficient volunteer labor, I'll ask the City Manager if we can negotiate. > > >Frank Gmeindl >Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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Agenda for next week's Bicycle Board meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Jul '10

28 Jul '10

Bicycle Board Members, This coming weekend, I will create the agenda for next week's regular monthly Bicycle Board meeting Thursday. Please reply to this message with anything you would want to include on the agenda. Please include how much time you'll need and the desired outcome. Besides the usual items, we'll probably have the following: 1. Education program update. 2. MPO conference plan. 3. Parking status and plan. If you have anything additional, please let me know before the weekend. Also, Betsy's looking for a substitute to take the minutes. If you'll volunteer to do that, please reply. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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No bike lane this year
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Jul '10

28 Jul '10

Bicycle Board Members, We recently cleared all the hurdles to get WVDOH to approve the bicycle climbing lane on Mon Blvd when WVU formally agreed with removing parking from the shoulder there. Meanwhile, the engineering department re-estimated the cost of the bike lane at $20,000. The original estimate about a year ago was $10K. Then it climbed to $13K about 6 months ago for new City labor rates and now it's up to $20K because they now prefer to contract it out. I met with Dan Boroff last Friday to check on the status. He told me that the bike lane is a good project but the City can't afford it this year. City business and occupation taxes have been lower than expected during the first quarter of the 2010 impacting the City budgets. The project will need to be approved by City Council as a project with Capital Escrow funds at a future time (possibly next spring). I'm just guessing that $10-15K of the project estimate is labor. How many of you would be willing and able to spend 2 days installing the bike lane if the City provided the paint, equipment and 1 knowledgeable supervisor? If we can raise sufficient volunteer labor, I'll ask the City Manager if we can negotiate. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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WV Law and Bikes...
by Derek Springston 22 Jul '10

22 Jul '10

Hey guys, I know that this article isn't anything new to us, but it's nice to see it in print. My father-in-law who sent it to me is a little more educated now on us being in the road! Have a nice day, http://www.register-herald.com/local/x1483664769/Local-cyclist-Law-states-b… “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the too busy. Combine all your e-mail accounts with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multiaccount&ocid=PID28…

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Fwd: Upcoming MPO Conference
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Jul '10

20 Jul '10

Bicycle Board Members, What are your thoughts on this? What, if anything do you want to do with it? I was going to lead the MPO participants on a ride from downtown down the rail trail to 8th St. and then back to town and up the trail to the Green Bag Rd. where we'd discuss crossing hazards and then onto Marilla for free beer and goodies. Unfortunately, I ma not be able to do that so I need to know if anyone will take the lead on this. Recall the MPO makes the county wide transportation plan and the last version was the first to seriously address non-motorized transportation. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles Begin forwarded message: > From: "Bill Austin" <baustin(a)moncpc.org> > Date: July 20, 2010 9:25:40 AM EDT > To: "'Frank Gmeindl'" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Cc: <cabildso(a)yahoo.com> > Subject: Upcoming MPO Conference > > Frank, > > We are getting ready to put together the MPO Conference website and I’d like to confirm the contact s. It is my understanding that those needing to rent bicycles should contact Chip Wamsley at 304-296-CHIP (2447). Will he also be the contact for those who do not need bicycles but who want to participate in the ride? Also, who is developing the mobile lab agenda for cycling and pedestrian issues we have been discussing? > > Please let me know how I can be assistance in this matter. > > Thanks, > > Bill Austin, AICP > Executive Director > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > 180 Hart Field Road > Morgantown, WVA 26508 > 304-291-9571 > 304-692-7225 Mobile >

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First Draft of "Green Bicycling" for DP
by jimrye_adelphia1＠comcast.net 19 Jul '10

19 Jul '10

Dear Bike Board Members, Attached is the draft of Green Biking for your review and comment. It is 511 words, and I would like to get it down to approximately 450 to help avoid cuts of important info by the editor. So, if you have suggestions of what can go or be combined, I appreciate it. jimrye_adelphia1(a)comcast.net "The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Minutes of video spot review meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Jul '10

16 Jul '10

Education Committee Members, Please find attached, the minutes of our last night's (7/15) meeting in which we reviewed the bicycle education video spots and developed comments for the producer. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Fwd: USC Prevention Research Center Notes: July-August 2010
by Jim Rye 15 Jul '10

15 Jul '10

Perhaps of interest--League of American Bicyclists Board members and study update on bicycling and walking nationally. See also end if you want to subscrib Jim Rye Professor Dept C&I/LS West Virginia University PO Box 6122 604L Allen Hall Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 Phone: (304) 293-4416 Fax: (304) 293-3802 http://depts.hre.wvu.edu/c&ils/currinst/rye.html "The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson e >>> "USC PRC, PUB HEALTH" <USCPRC(a)MAILBOX.SC.EDU> 7/15/2010 10:39 AM >>> ****UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA PREVENTION RESEARCH CENTER NOTES**** *Promoting Health through Physical Activity* The dog days of summer are upon us * at least here in South Carolina where it*s hot and steamy nearly every day. The days are longer and the pace of life seems much slower. It sort of feels this way right now within the physical activity (PA) world. After nearly two decades of historic events that have shaped the PA landscape, it seems as if a lull may be coming upon the field. I wonder what the next major event, breakthrough, or plan of action is going to be. Certainly, for us in the U.S., implementation of the National PA Plan looms large, as does the continued worldwide exploration of using technology to promote behavior change, causes and consequences of sedentary behavior, and environmental and policy *magic bullets*. I know there are many of you out there that will play a vital role in constructing an exciting future for PA research and practice, and the lull I am feeling will be short-lived as a result of your tireless energy and efforts. >From the home of the 2010 National College Baseball Champions * USC Gamecocks! Steven P. Hooker, PhD, Director http://prevention.sph.sc.edu ( https://web.mail.sc.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://prevention.sph.sc.… ) ****************************************************************** IN THIS ISSUE* July-August NEWS YOU CAN USE: League of American Bicyclists Seeking New Board Members; Proposals for TRB*s Annual Meeting; Safe Routes Coaching Action Network Seminar; Places to Play; Pro Walk/Pro Bike*Program Update WHAT*S HAPPENING IN WASHINGTON: FY 2011 Appropriations Update; President*s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition RESEARCH NOTES: Assessing Physical Activity in Public Parks in Brazil Using Systematic Observation; The Longitudinal Influence of Home and Neighbourhood Environments on Children's Body Mass Index and Physical Activity over 5 Years: The Clan Study; Effect of Teammates on Changes in Physical Activity in a Statewide Campaign REPORTS, SURVEYS, GUIDELINES, RESOURCES: Health Benefits from Tai Chi and Qigong; Computer Fun Helps Improve Girls' Food Choices, Fitness; PBIC Publishes Nat'l Bicycling & Walking Study Update PROMOTING ACTIVE COMMUNITIES: PBIC Seeks Walk-Friendly Communities; Livable Communities Need Sustainable Solutions; Community Leaders* Perspectives on Building Healthier Neighborhoods in Urban Settings SCHOOLS: Call for 2010 James L. Oberstar Safe Routes to School Award Applications; 179 Schools Celebrated for Healthy Achievements UPCOMING CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOPS:IDEA World Fitness Convention; Sports & Exercise Medicine Annual Conference; PE4Life Resource Conference Play to W.I.N; 48th International Making Cities Livable Conference USC PREVENTION RESEARCH CENTER UPDATE: Presentation at National Conference ****************************************************************** NEWS YOU CAN USE: LEAGUE OF AMERICAN BICYCLISTSSEEKING NEW BOARD MEMBERS. The League Governance Committee is soliciting recommendations for candidates for the 2011 Board elections ( http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103532662949&s=11573&e=001uSARYqiSJIh… ). The Board governs and sets broad policy and direction for the League. Board members serve three-year terms. Starting this year, seven will be elected nationally by all League members; the Board selects the remaining five. Four member-elected and one Board-appointed positions are open. In addition, the League's Bylaws ( http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103532662949&s=11573&e=001uSARYqiSJIj… )allow the Board to create up to five additional Board seats for a total that may range from the current 12 up to 17. Learn moreabout the qualifications and how to apply at http://www.bikeleague.org/about/board/elections.php PROPOSALS FOR TRB'S ANNUAL MEETING. Papers for the Transportation Research Board*s Annual Meeting (Jan. 23-27, 2011 in Washington, DC) must be submitted by August 1ST. Topics include: Emerging and Innovative Public Transport and Technologies Integrating modes for sustainable tourism and public land access Public Involvement in Bicycle and Pedestrian Issues Transportation Accessibility and Mobility Research Transportation Planning for Small and Medium-Sized Communities Call for Papers To see the full list of Calls for Papers, go to: http://tinyurl.com/27tyk6r ( http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103548962803&s=10740&e=001TiCcqZ_bO6o… ). The Paper Submission site is open at http://pressamp.trb.org/submissions/default.asp?event=654[Source: CenterLines 257, July 7, 2010] SAFE ROUTES COACHING ACTION NETWORK WEBINAR. This webinar will be on July 27th at 1:00pm EDT, *Navigating Change: How to Use the Updated System for Accessing Your Parent Surveys and Student Travel Tallies.* The National Center for Safe Routes to School (SRTS) has updated the online data system used by local SRTS programs to enter Parent Survey and Student Travel Tally questionnaires and to view summary reports of those data. The webinar will provide an overview of the updated system, highlighting features that are relevant to users from local programs. For more information please contact Michelle Gulley at mgulley(a)americawalks.org. [Source: National Center for Safe Routes to School [news(a)saferoutesinfo.org] SPACES TO PLAY. In Arizona, the Maricopa Council on Youth Sports and Physical Activity has developed a website that helps kids find places to go for sports and recreation. Funded by grants from private foundations, the website lists public locations in central Arizona by sport. When you click on a location, you get information on hours of operation and available amenities. The website has a separate section for spaces to play at night (earmarking those with lighting), since summer heat can make outdoor activities difficult during the day. The council plans to seek additional funding to go statewide. [Source: Parks and Recreation Weekly News Brief, June 2010] PRO WALK/ PRO BIKE* 2010 PROGRAM UPDATE. Pro Walk/Pro Bike* 2010 Chattanooga is nine weeks away (Sep 13-17 in Chattanooga, TN). A complete list of special meetings and mobile workshops will be available at the end of the month. In the meantime here are two meetings that are part of the extended PWPB program: 1. U.S. Bicycle Route System Implementation Workshop, Monday, September 13; 1- 4 pm. Contact Ginny Sullivan at gsullivan(a)adventurecycling.org. for more information. 2. Accessible Pedestrian Signals Workshop, September 17. For more information or to register, contact Daniel Carter at (919) 962-8720 or daniel_carter(a)unc.edu. For more information and to register, go to http://www.bikewalk.org/2010conference/index.php ( http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103548962803&s=10740&e=001TiCcqZ_bO6r… ) If you are interested in being a sponsor contact sharon(a)bikewalk.org. [Source: CenterLines 257, July 7, 2010] AMERICA ON THE MOVE'S SEPTEMBER CAMPAIGN: September 1-30, 2010, http://www.americaonthemove ( http://www.americaonthemove.org/ ) HEALTHY AGING* MONTH: September 1-30, 2010, http://www.healthyaging.net/ NATIONAL TURN OFF THE TV WEEK: September 19-25, 2010, http://www.tvturnoff.org/ Family Health and Fitness Day USA, September 25, 2010, http://www.fitnessday.com/family For a list of PA related observances and events, visit the PA links section of our website at http://prevention.sph.sc.edu/PAlinks/index.htm ( https://web.mail.sc.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://prevention.sph.sc.… ) WHAT*S HAPPENING IN WASHINGTON: FY 2011 APPROPRIATIONS UPDATE. House Appropriations Subcommittee markups of the twelve annual spending bills began before the July 4th holiday. The President's budget request for USDOT, HUD, and EPA included the following funding requests: a $200 million FHWA program to fund performance-based transportation planning, $20 million to start an Office of Livability at USDOT, $150 million for the Sustainable Communities Planning and Challenge grants at HUD, and $11.23 million for the EPA Smart Growth program. [Source: Smart Growth America, June 29, 2010] PRESIDENT*S COUNCIL ON FITNESS, SPORTS, AND NUTRITION. President Obama has issued an executive order establishing a committee to promote fitness and outdoor exercise. Health and Human Services will work with Agriculture and Education to "develop and coordinate a national program to enhance physical activity, fitness, sports participation, and good nutrition." The president will appoint 25 unpaid members to sit for two-year terms, and may appoint paid staff. The council can work with national, state and local groups. It will expire in two years unless the president decides to extend it. For more info, see http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2010/2010-15851.htm. [Source: Parks and Recreation Weekly News Brief, July 6, 2010] RESEARCH NOTES: ASSESSING PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN PUBLIC PARKS IN BRAZIL USING SYSTEMATIC OBSERVATION. This study assessed park use in Recife, Brazil, and differences in PA and occupation rates in public parks with and without the Academia da Cidade Program (ACP), which provides cost-free, supervised PA classes. The authors used the System for Observing Play and Recreation in Communities in 128 targeted areas in 10 park sites (5 ACP sites, 5 non-ACP sites) to obtain data on the number of users and their PA levels and estimated age. Each area was assessed 4 times a day for 11 days over a 4-week period. On the basis of systematic observation, ACP appears to be a useful strategy in promoting park use and PA among the population in Recife. Parra, McKenzie, Ribeiro, et al. "Assessing Physical Activity in Public Parks in Brazil Using Systematic Observation." American Journal of Public Health, 100(8), 1420-14262010. THE LONGITUDINAL INFLUENCE OF HOME AND NEIGHBOURHOOD ENVIRONMENTS ON CHILDREN'S BODY MASS INDEX AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY OVER 5 YEARS: THE CLAN STUDY. This study examined the independent contributions of family and neighborhood environments to changes in youth PA and BMI z-score over 5 years. In 2001, 2004 and 2006, 301 children had their height and weight measured, and PA assessed using accelerometers. In 2001, parents reported on the home environment (social support, role modeling, rules and restrictions, physical environment) and perceived neighborhood environment (local traffic, road safety, sporting venues, public transport), and Geographic Information Systems were used to map features of the neighborhood environment (destinations, road connectivity, traffic exposure). The results indicated that the home environment seemed more important than the neighborhood environment in influencing children's PA and BMI z-score over 5 years. Crawford, Cleland, Timperio, et al. *The longitudinal influence of home and neighbourhood environments on children's body mass index and physical activity over 5 years: the CLAN study.* International Journal of Obesity, 34, 1177-1187, 2010. EFFECT OF TEAMMATES ON CHANGES IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN A STATEWIDE CAMPAIGN. This study reported the PA outcomes from Shape Up Rhode Island (SURI) 2007, a statewide campaign to increase steps through team-based competition. Given the importance of social networks in behavior change, this study focused on the effects of team and team characteristics on activity outcomes. For 16 weeks, 5,333 adults comprising 652 teams wore pedometers and reported their steps online. The findings suggest that team members influence individual activity outcomes in team-based statewide campaigns. Leahey, Crane, Marinilli, et al. *Effect of teammates on changes in physical activity in a statewide campaign.* Preventive Medicine, 51, 45-49, 2010. For additional summaries of recent research on promoting physically active lifestyles, visit the Research Updates section of our website at http://prevention.sph.sc.edu/updates/index.htm ( https://web.mail.sc.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://prevention.sph.sc.… ). REPORTS, SURVEYS, GUIDELINES, RESOURCES: HEALTH BENEFITS FROM TAI CHI AND QIGONG. In the current issue of the American Journal of Health Promotion, there an across-the-board review of the health effects of Qigong and Tai Chi that finds they offer many physical and mental health advantages, with benefits for the heart, immune system and overall quality of life. The review included 77 randomized controlled trials on Qigong or Tai Chi interventions published in peer-reviewed journals between 1993 and 2007, with 6,410 participants in those studies. The authors say that there is now a *stronger evidence base* than before for bone health, cardio-respiratory fitness, physical function, balance, quality of life, fall prevention and psychological benefits. Jahnk, Larkey, Rogers, et al. *A Comprehensive Review of Health Benefits of Qigong and Tai Chi.* Am J Health Promot. 24(6):e1-e25, 2010. COMPUTER FUN HELPS IMPROVE GIRLS' FOOD CHOICES, FITNESS. An internet program from scientists at the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Children's Nutrition Research Center at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas has helped some 8- to 10-year-old African-American girls make better food choices and be more physically active. As part of a preliminary study, the *Food, Fun, and Fitness Internet Program for Girls* uses culturally sensitive comic strips geared towards 8- to 10-year-old African-American girls to promote better food choices and physical activity. Cartoon personalities struggle with meeting food and fitness goals. Read more at http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2010/100622.htm. [Source: United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service Website] PBIC PUBLISHES NAT'L BICYCLING & WALKING STUDY UPDATE: The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) has released a 15-year status report that details trends and changes in bicycling and walking since the National Bicycling and Walking Study was published in 1994. According to this new study, since 1994 there has been an increase in bicycling and walking, and a decrease in pedestrian and bike fatalities and injuries across the United States. Data from the 2009 National Household Travel Survey indicate that there has been an increase of approximately 25% in both activities, and a 22.3% decrease in fatalities. The full report can be accessed at www.walkinginfo.org/15_year_report/. [Source: Centerlines 257, July 7, 2010] PROMOTING ACTIVE COMMUNITIES: PBIC SEEKS WALK-FRIENDLY COMMUNITIES. The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) is seeking up to 5 communities to pilot test the online draft of the Walk Friendly Communities (WFC) assessment tool. The program will officially be launched this fall. To ensure that it will be a comprehensive tool for all communities, PBIC is seeking communities for pilot testing. Initial pilot tests were held in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, Orlando, Florida, and Davidson, North Carolina. The second round will test the usability of the online application and submission mechanisms, and will involve the assessment of a community through completion and submission of the latest version of the assessment tool. For more info, go to: http://tinyurl.com/2ba9ryx ( http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103548962803&s=10740&e=001TiCcqZ_bO6q… ). [Source: Centerlines 257, July 7, 2010] LIVABLE COMMUNITIES NEED SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS. The city of Normal, Illinois received a $22 million TIGER grant (Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery) for a new city transportation hub. This program was created by the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The project brought Amtrak trains, city and regional buses, and taxis to one centrally located building. It also led to a new hotel and conference center, both in walking distance from the hub. According to Mayor Chris Koos, making uptown accessible for walking, biking and public transit was a key goal of their small city*s redevelopment effort, allowing more residents a place where they could live, eat and shop. Read more at http://preview.tinyurl.com/373chyh. [Source: Transportation for America Email (info(a)t4america.org), June 2010] COMMUNITY LEADERS* PERSPECTIVES ON BUILDING HEALTHIER NEIGHBORHOODS IN URBAN SETTINGS. A Canadian study conducted in Edmonton, Alberta focused on planning decisions made by key city stakeholders and how they were influenced to promote or prevent development of neighborhoods in urban areas where walking, being active, and buying healthy foods would be easy. Seventeen stakeholders were interviewed for the study: · Nine public health sector employees who work in transportation, planning, and community initiatives · Three city council members. · Five from the private sector, e.g., land developers. Read an article on this study published in Research Update, a publication of the Alberta Centre for Active Living: http://preview.tinyurl.com/2g9k6x7. [Source: AusPAnet, July 6, 2010] SCHOOLS: CALL FOR 2010 JAMES L. OBERSTAR SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL AWARD APPLICATIONS: Applications Due August 4, 2010. The 2010 Award will recognize outstanding achievement by a school or community in conducting a SRTS program that has greatly improved safety or increased the number of elementary and/or middle school students walking and bicycling to school. Applications can be submitted by individuals or organizations such as schools, local SRTS programs, community organizations, local governmental departments, state SRTS coordinators, SRTS advocates, state Departments of Transportation, Governor's Highway Safety Offices, FHWA Division representatives, and NHTSA Regional Offices. For more information and an application, visit http://preview.tinyurl.com/32he96f. [Source: National Center for Safe Routes to School: http://www.saferoutesinfo.org/] 179 SCHOOLS CELEBRATED FOR HEALTHY ACHIEVEMENTS. At theAnnual Healthy Schools Program Forum last month in New York City, 179 schools from across the country that have transformed their campuses through healthy eating and physical activity policies and programs were honored. This year*s successes include Memorial High School in West New York, N.J., the first and only school to earn a Gold National Recognition Award. Atlanta, Birmingham, Boston, Lincoln, Los Angeles; Miami; Raleigh-Durham, and San Antonio each boast multiple bronze- or silver-level schools. Former President Bill Clinton, American Heart Association Chairman Neil Meltzer and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation President and CEO RisaLavizzo-Mourey, M.D., M.B.A., all spoke at the event. Read more at http://www.healthiergeneration.org/[Source: Alliance for a Healthier Generation News Release, June 15, 2010] UPCOMING CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOPS: IDEA World Fitness Convention. 8/4/2010 - 8/10/2010, Los Angeles, CA. http://www.ideafit.com/ SPORTS & EXERCISE MEDICINE ANNUAL CONFERENCE. 09/17/2010 - 09/18/2010, Dublin, Ireland. http://www.conferencealerts.com/seeconf.mv?q=ca1m8ims PE4LIFE RESOURCE CONFERENCE PLAY TO W.I.N. 10/4/2010 - 10/5/2010 Overland Park, KS, http://www.pe4life.org/events/pe4life-upcoming-events/ 48TH INTERNATIONAL MAKING CITIES LIVABLE CONFERENCE. 10/17/2010 - 10/21/2010, Charleston, SC, http://preview.tinyurl.com/25nd5d5 For a more complete list of conferences and workshops, visit the PA links section of our website at http://prevention.sph.sc.edu/PAlinks/index.htm ( https://web.mail.sc.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://prevention.sph.sc.… ). USC PREVENTION RESEARCH CENTER UPDATE: PRESENTATION AT NATIONAL CONFERENCE: Dr. Hooker recently attended the following meeting sponsored by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health: Cardiovascular Disease Prevention in High Risk Rural Communities. As part of the invited workgroup, Dr. Hooker gave a presentation titled *Policy and Environmental Interventions to Promote Physical Activity * Cutting Edge Research.* Recommendations from this workshop will be used to create future funding initiatives within NIH and other federal agencies to combat CVD and other health disparities in rural communities. ****************************************************************** Writers: Marsha Stepp, Jorge Banda This and past issues of the *University of South Carolina Prevention Research Center Notes* are available on our website at http://prevention.sph.sc.edu/Newsletter/index.htm ( https://web.mail.sc.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://prevention.sph.sc.… ). To submit an item, please e-mail Marsha Stepp at mstepp(a)mailbox.sc.edu. To subscribe or unsubscribe to this newsletter, e-mail the Prevention Research Center at USCPRC(a)mailbox.sc.edu. When subscribing, please include your name, e-mail address, title, and organizational affiliation. There is no subscription cost. If you have an e-mail filter in place that only allows messages from approved email addresses, please add uscprc(a)mailbox.sc.eduto your approved list. For continuing discussions about physical activity, join the Physical Activity and Public Health On-Line Network listserv. Instructions are located on our website, at http://prevention.sph.sc.edu/newsletter/commands.htm ( https://web.mail.sc.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://prevention.sph.sc.… ) The USC Prevention Research Center is a member of the CDC Prevention Research Center*s National Network, consisting of 33 Centers in the U.S. For more information about the PRC National Network, visit http://www.cdc.gov/prc ( https://web.mail.sc.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.cdc.gov/prc ). ****************************************************************** Prevention Research Center, University of South Carolina 921 Assembly Street, Columbia, South Carolina 29208 803-777-4253 This publication was supported by Cooperative Agreement Number 5-U48-DP-000051 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the CDC. 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July minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 14 Jul '10

14 Jul '10

Attached are the minutes of the July Bicycle Board meeting. Sincerely, BETSY SHOGREN

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Fwd: Amtrak Bicycle Service
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Jul '10

10 Jul '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Chet Parsons for passing this on. Amtrak now lets you roll your bike on the train at Pittsburgh, Connellsville, Cumberland, Harpers Ferry, Martinsburg, Rockville, or Washington, DC. Thanks to David Bruffy, our own Mountain Line also provides exceptional bicycle accommodation on all their routes. Before long, maybe we'll be able to bicycle tour as in Europe where you can go jump on a train with your bike to go just about anywhere... or better yet, to get back from just about anywhere. We can make it happen! Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles Begin forwarded message: > From: Chet_Parsons(a)URSCorp.com > Date: July 10, 2010 9:19:28 AM EDT > To: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> > Subject: Fw: Amtrak Bicycle Service > > FYI > _________ > > Chet Parsons > URS Corporation > 3604 Collins Ferry Road > Morgantown, WV 26505 > 304.225.5111 office > 304.276.4165 mobile > > From: Lboxx2 > Sent: 07/10/2010 07:58 AM EDT > To: admin(a)atatrail.org > Subject: Amtrak Bicycle Service > > > Good Morning > > Yesterday at a meeting in Harrisburg, Amtrak officials announced that they would begin offering roll-on/roll-off bicycle service on the Capitol Limited by the end of June 2011! > > This means that cyclists boarding at Pittsburgh, Connellsville, Cumberland, Harpers Ferry, Martinsburg, Rockville, or Washington, DC will be able to roll their bikes onto the train(reservations will be required; spaces will be limited at first), put them in a rack, and get off at any of these stops. Amtrak will be retrofitting several cars and needs to work out operational issues before the service can begin. > > This is great news for all the towns along the Great Allegheny Passage and the C&O Canal towpath. This will add a great convenience and extra excitement to tourists who want to bike our great trail system. > > Special thanks goes to the SCA Trail Town Outreach Corps for their work in developing a survey to assess interest in this service, conducting other research, and helping to organize a letter writing campaign to Amtrak. Leadership in Somerset County helped us bring this idea to Amtrak's attention in conjunction with their efforts to create a stop at Rockwood, and ATA developed a report showing the need, the trail traffic, survey results and sample itineraries. > > Thanks to all of you who sent your letters to Amtrak; it made a big difference. Watch for more announcements about this service, but likely not until next spring. I can't wait until we have the "Roll-out of roll-on/roll-off"! > > Other good news is that the Great Allegheny Passage is closer to completion with the installation of two new bridges close to Pittsburgh ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rv8B8aZx_RE) and the release of John Urman's "On the Passage, " his companion video to "On the Canal." It was a busy week. > > Linda > > Linda McKenna Boxx, President > Allegheny Trail Alliance > P. O. Box 501 > Latrobe, PA 15650 > > 724 537 6900

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"Why bike, Why walk?" video from Ann Arbor, MI
by director 08 Jul '10

08 Jul '10

Good evening, As an advocacy organization we occaisionally are sent media materials from other organizations. I just received this one from the city of Ann Arbor, MI and I thought I'd share it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLs_XuRMaTM Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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article
by Alice Vernon 05 Jul '10

05 Jul '10

Attached is the first draft of my article Cycling with Children. Please review and advise of changes. Thank you! Alice

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FWD: Re: [bikepoweredmachines] Pedaling produces power at University of Oregon
by director 03 Jul '10

03 Jul '10

Good evening, Received this from a list I read, we've talked about it here at WVU - anyone ready to do it? ( by that I mean is there money to pay for it somewhere?) Nick May 18, 2009 12:19 PM >From The Seattle Times: The University of Oregonis the latest in a growing number of college campuses and exercise clubs where workouts produce watts. Splitting the $14,000 cost with a local utility, the school has retrofitted 20 elliptical machines to generate electricity. http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2009231642_sweat18m.html http://rerev.com/ The power from each machine in the Student Recreation Center goes through a converter that turns DC into AC, and a meter to keep track before it flows into the grid. The amount of electricity produced is small. The university estimates that 3,000 people a day on 20 machines would generate 6,000 kilowatt hours a year, enough to power one small energy-efficient house in the Northwest. But it fits in with other sustainability projects, such as solar panels on the rec-center roof, and a sense of being green among students. Find this article at: http://www.asumag.com/dailynews/university-oregon-exercise-equipment-energy… -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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Bike Parking at Top of Falling Run/Darst.
by Gunnar Shogren 02 Jul '10

02 Jul '10

So me and DanC took a look see at the fine thing this morning. There it was, standing erect right beside the nice new bus shelter on that new slab of concrete. Nice and green. Then I went up to it and it wobbled. And I noticed washers on the ground. Freakin' thing was put in there using some heavy-duty screws (I remember using them for construction, forget the name) but definitely NOT concrete bolts or anchors. On further examination there are about 8 or more other holes drilled in the concrete, like the bolts didn't work last time, let's use the same crappy system in a slightly different spot. Saw a couple of the bolts snapped off, three were actually still in the concrete, so it appears that the washers were just a little too big and loose and the whole mounting plate just is able to come right out. So I didn't get a chance to lean my bike against it, I feared for my toes and bike and that point. I laid the post down, it needed to be put to rest. Simply amazing. Your reporter in the morning.

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Aira's civility in cycling article - first draft
by Aira Loren Burkhart 30 Jun '10

30 Jun '10

Here's my first draft of the *civility in cycling* article, for your review. there are probably going to be some typos. aira

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Fwd: Anti-bicycling policy?
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Jun '10

30 Jun '10

Bicycle Board Members, I've gathered together for your reading entertainment the article Same Roads, Same Right, Same Rules and the letters to the editor that it spawned. (See attached.) You should also be able to get to them by the links below. 1. The article, Same Roads, Same Rights, Same Rules: http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMC8wNS8yMCNBcj… 2. Dennis Bolyard's 5/26 letter saying that cyclists can't have rights unless we pay property tax, license tax and buy mandatory insurance: http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMC8wNS8yNiNBcj… 3. My response (that DP didn't publish) to Bolyard's 5/26 letter. See 20100527FGRespnseToBolyard in attached. I say the law, not Bolyard gives us rights and that the cost of collecting property tax, license fee and mandatory insurance would probably exceed revenue. 4. Ballard's excellent 6/7 response to Bolyard's 5/26 letter. Ballard says that following Bolyard's logic, people who spend more should have more rights than people who spend less. http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMC8wNi8wNiNBcj… 5. Today's (6/27) letter by Mary Smith says bikes should only ride on the rail trail: http://ee.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAxMC8wNi8yNyNBcj… How about we meet at a local rathskeller some evening and discuss why non-cyclists have such hostility toward cyclists and what we, the BB can do about it? I'll buy the first round. Enjoy! Frank Begin forwarded message: > From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> > Date: June 27, 2010 10:37:00 AM EDT > To: editor(a)dominionpost.com > Bcc: bikeboard(a)cheat.org, Bill Austin <baustin(a)moncpc.org>, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Fwd: Anti-bicycling policy? > > Geri, > > Just after hitting the Send button, I realized an error in my message below. When I saw this morning's letter to the editor, I thought it was in response to Dennis Bolyard's May 26 letter. Then, after sending my message below, I noticed that today's letter was responding to a June 6 letter from Jeff Ballard (Bolyard, Ballard:( . I did not see Jeff Ballard's June 6 letter. Could you please send me a link to it? (I am a 30+ year subscriber. I do not have an electronic version subscription.) > > Now I'm wondering if perhaps you published my May 27 letter? > > Sorry for my confusion! > > > 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: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >> Date: June 27, 2010 10:25:02 AM EDT >> To: editor(a)dominionpost.com >> Bcc: bikeboard(a)cheat.org, Bill Austin <baustin(a)moncpc.org>, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> >> Subject: Anti-bicycling policy? >> >> Geri, >> >> Did you receive the May 27 message below and its attachment? The attachment is a response to Dennnis Bolyard's May 26 letter to the editor. I do not know your policy for deciding which letters to publish and which letters not to publish. Since my response wasn't published, I assumed you didn't want to publish it. Today, Sunday June 27, I see a letter to the editor (Sharing the road starts with paying your share by Mary Smith) that supports Mr. Bolyard's position so I wonder: did you even receive my May 27 letter? If so, why are you publishing anti-bicycling letters and stifling pro-bicycling letters? Both Mr. Bolyard's and Ms. Smith's letters suggest taking away from cyclists rights that law explicitly gives them. Worse, they may tend to increase the already alarming hostility that many cyclists endure. >> >> 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: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> >>> Date: May 27, 2010 5:12:16 PM EDT >>> To: editor(a)dominionpost.com >>> Subject: Letter >>> >>> Geri, >>> >>> Please consider publishing the attached letter. Please contact me at frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net or at the contact info below if you need to. >>> >>> 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 >>> >>> >>> >> > Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Meeting this Thursday
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Jun '10

29 Jun '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, a suggested agenda for this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting. Only Derek, Alice and Chip have notified me that they won't be attending so we should have a good turnout. Also attached are the minutes of last month's meeting and the highlights of the education project. In preparation for the meeting, please review these documents; especially the education highlights because we need some help and will be looking for the help on Thursday. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Positive Spin is closing its doors
by director 22 Jun '10

22 Jun '10

Good afternoon, The owners of the building that Positive Spin has operated in since 2005 have gone into bankruptcy and will be auctioned off in the next few weeks. In addition the floor in our office room has collapsed and the owners have decided not to repair it or give us other space to use. We have been looking for another space to locate to for several years but none has been forthcoming. We are closing our doors until we can find suitable space, and adequate board members and volunteers so I don't have to do so much myself. We will close for July, at which time we'll assess whether we're going to relocate or liquidate. The primary reason for this message is to let you know that I will not have time to prepare a proposal concerning youth cycling classes as I had intended. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for your support and patronage. If you know of a space that would be suitable for our future operation, and volunteers who would like to help keep things going please send them our way. Thank you. Sincerely, Nick Hein -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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MPO conference dates changed to 10/26-28
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Jun '10

21 Jun '10

Bicycle Board Members, Bill Austin notified me that the statewide MPO conference had been rescheduled from September to October 26-28. I am tentatively going to meet with Bill at 11 am this Wednesday June 23 at Mountaineer Station to discuss plans. Any BB member is welcome to join us. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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article in today's Dominion Post
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Jun '10

10 Jun '10

Chip, Nice article on the ABC Quick Check in today's Dominion Post! Thanks for giving the time and effort to write it and to Paul Becker for editing it and getting the DP to publish it. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Fwd: VideoSchedule
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Jun '10

10 Jun '10

Bicycle Board Members, As you know we were rained out of last weekend's shooting of the bicycling education video spots. While we had 10 people committed to show up last Sunday, after postponing it to this coming Sunday, 1 person responded that they wouldn't be able to make it, 2 people responded that they weren't sure if they could make it and only 1 person, Cat Kinzer, whom I don't even know reaffirmed his/her commitment to show up. If we're only going to have 1 person show up, I need to know ASAP so the 3-person video crew doesn't waste a trip down here. Please let me know ASAP if you're coming or not and what role, i.e. cyclist or motorist you will play. You can just reply to me or go to the schedule at https://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0AgW-ltmkKwlSdEkxYUY2X29sWU0xSXc0ZD… and write in column E. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles Begin forwarded message: > From: bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com > Date: June 5, 2010 2:12:52 PM EDT > To: bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com > Subject: VideoSchedule > > VideoSchedule > Message from bikemorgantown(a)gmail.com: > The video spot shoot has been postponed 1 week to June 13. > > I have put the schedule in a Google doc at BikeMorgantown(a)gmail.com . You should be able to go directly to the schedule by clicking the following link: http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0AgW-ltmkKwlSdEkxYUY2X29sWU0xSXc0ZDh… > > You can edit the doc but PLEASE ONLY EDIT COLUMN E: volunteer actors and roles. > > Frank > Click to open: > VideoSchedule > > Google Docs makes it easy to create, store and share online documents, spreadsheets and presentations. >

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June BB Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 09 Jun '10

09 Jun '10

Attached, please find the June minutes of the Bicycle Board. BETSY SHOGREN

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VideoSchedule
by bikemorgantown＠gmail.com 05 Jun '10

05 Jun '10

I've shared a document with you: VideoSchedule http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0AgW-ltmkKwlSdEkxYUY2X29sWU0xSXc0ZDh… It's not an attachment -- it's stored online at Google Docs. To open this document, just click the link above. The video spot shoot has been postponed 1 week to June 13. I have put the schedule in a Google doc at BikeMorgantown(a)gmail.com . You should be able to go directly to the schedule by clicking the following link: http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0AgW-ltmkKwlSdEkxYUY2X29sWU0xSXc0ZDh… You can edit the doc but PLEASE ONLY EDIT COLUMN E: volunteer actors and roles. Frank

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video spot cast
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Jun '10

04 Jun '10

Bicycle Board members, Thanks to Ryan, Chip, Alice, Betsy, Derek, Nick and Cat for responding to my plea for video spot actors! The attached file contains the schedule for the video shots. The last column shows who volunteered to perform, what time they'll be there and what role they want to play. I think we have the necessary minimum but more would be good for diversity among the 7 spots. If you haven't already volunteered, please let me know by 3:00 pm today. As you can see from the attached, most people haven't selected a time. Of course, it would be best if you could hang out with us all day but if you want to say what times you'll be there, please reply-all with that. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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video spot schedule
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Jun '10

03 Jun '10

Bicycle Board Members, The attached file has Sunday's schedule for the video spots plus locations and spot scripts. I hope you will be able to participate in some of it. If so, please send me an e-mail before 3 pm tomorrow Friday, telling me: when you will be there, whether you will be a cyclist or motorist and how to contact you to keep you informed of any schedule changes. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Meeting today?
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 03 Jun '10

03 Jun '10

Hi, Usually Frank sends the agenda out before the meeting, and I wrote him yesterday, but didn't hear back, so does anyone know if there still a meeting today? -Jonathan

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Agenda for tomorrow's BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Jun '10

02 Jun '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, the agenda for our meeting tomorrow (Thu, June 3, 6:30 pm). Also attached are the minutes of the last meeting and the scripts of the videos that we're going to shoot this weekend if we get "talent". Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Meeting w/Mgtn Police
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Jun '10

01 Jun '10

Bicycle Board Members, I met this morning with Morgantown Special Services Unit Sgt. J. Robinson and Officer Steve Bennett (bicycle police officer). They are totally supportive of our education initiatives. They will be ready to work with us this coming weekend. They are also ready to have a police officer appear on tape doing whatever we direct them to do. Aaron, where and when will we meet? Police officer availability for this weekend is as follows: Saturday 10 am - 8 pm; Steve Bennett 8 am - 6 pm; Rob Balderson, Jimmy Smith Sunday 10 am - 8 pm; Steve Bennett Patrol cars and officers can work in participation with on-going tasks but they need to know exactly when they're needed. Bennett and Robinson reviewed the scripts and locations and agreed with them. Steve Bennett cell: 304-282-278 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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Meeting this Thursday
by Frank Gmeindl 30 May '10

30 May '10

Bicycle Board Members, At your earliest convenience, please reply with any items that you want to put on the agenda for this Thursday's meeting. On the Sunday before the meeting, I usually compose the agenda using the minutes of the last meeting and the agenda of the last meeting. My hard drive failed last week and I lost them. One thing to think about in advance of this week's meeting is that we're scheduled to shoot the cycling education video spots next weekend and need 9 cyclists and 13 car drivers. Attached are the scripts for the spots. Please reply if you want to be a star or know someone who would be good for one of the roles. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Police
by Frank Gmeindl 29 May '10

29 May '10

Bicycle Board Members, Next Tuesday, June 1, I will meet with Officer Steve Bennett of the Morgantown Police Department. The primary purpose of the meeting is to establish collaboration between the Police Dept. and the Bicycle Board on the video spots that we plan to shoot June 6. I would like your suggestions about how to make the best of this opportunity not just with regard to the video spots but also the entire Bicycle Board scope. Friday 5/21, I met with Assistant City Manager Jeff Mikorski and Chief of Police Phil Scott. I described the videos to Chief Scott (see attached scripts) and suggested collaboration. He agreed and named Officer Bennet point of contact. I understand that Steve is the lead officer on the bicycle force. On 5/18, I met with Danny Camden who is a WVU bicycle police officer and International Police Mountain Bike Association instructor (excellent program) and he also was very supportive of collaboration. My goal is to establish a joint Bicycle Board, Morgantown Police, WVU Police bicycle program. I don't know what it will be and I need your ideas. Frank Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Response revised
by Frank Gmeindl 27 May '10

27 May '10

Thanks to Hugh for prompting me to discover that the DP has a 300 word limit on letters to the editor. Attached is a revision that fits. Please let me know by 5 today if I should change anything. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] Letter to Editor
by director 27 May '10

27 May '10

Frank, I'd like to offer these comments for consideration.... - Someone who judges issues as hastily and superficially as Mr. Bolyard will probably only read the first paragraph. You might start the article with the conclusion - Cars are REALLY expensive to operate - even with the (apparently) high ownership costs, they are still heavily subsidized by non-driving taxpayers. Bicycles, even with their (apparently) cost-free operation are still paying MORE than the costs they incur. - You might try to shorten the article for the same reason, but putting the most important point first would still be a good idea. Hope this helps. Thanks for your thoughtful draft. Nick btw Frank, it came through fine the second time you sent it. ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Thu, 27 May 2010 13:17:16 -0400 >Nick, > >See attached. I'm using a Mac so the problem may not be your reader. > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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FWD: [bikepoweredmachines] Pedaling produces power at University of Oregon
by director 27 May '10

27 May '10

Can someone please pass this on to someone at the Rec Center? Thanks, Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "San" <k9yt(a)arrl.net> Date: Thu, 27 May 2010 16:21:32 -0000 May 18, 2009 12:19 PM >From The Seattle Times: The University of Oregonis the latest in a growing number of college campuses and exercise clubs where workouts produce watts. Splitting the $14,000 cost with a local utility, the school has retrofitted 20 elliptical machines to generate electricity. http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2009231642_sweat18m.html http://rerev.com/ The power from each machine in the Student Recreation Center goes through a converter that turns DC into AC, and a meter to keep track before it flows into the grid. The amount of electricity produced is small. The university estimates that 3,000 people a day on 20 machines would generate 6,000 kilowatt hours a year, enough to power one small energy-efficient house in the Northwest. But it fits in with other sustainability projects, such as solar panels on the rec-center roof, and a sense of being green among students. Find this article at: http://www.asumag.com/dailynews/university-oregon-exercise-equipment-energy… -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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Letter to Editor
by Frank Gmeindl 27 May '10

27 May '10

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a response to Dennis Bolyard's letter that I propose to send to the Dominion Post. Please use track changes or comments to indicate improvements and send to me. I plan to submit but 5:00 pm today. Sorry for not including the whole BB on my first response of yesterday that I sent to the Education Committee. Frank D. Gmeindl Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Fw: LTE about the Green Life article
by guitardeek＠hotmail.com 27 May '10

27 May '10

Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless device from U.S. Cellular -----Original Message----- From: guitardeek(a)hotmail.com Date: Thu, 27 May 2010 13:39:28 To: Nick Hein<director(a)positivespin.org>; Jonathan Rosenbaum<freesource(a)cheat.org> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] LTE about the Green Life article Nick and Jonathan, Nicely put. I assume it's all true as you're well-educated concerning cyclists. I hope that a reply like yours to the motorists concern gets published in the paper. Another point that could be made is that cyclists using roads that are already created ultimately reduces the need to create and fund trail building projects. I'm not against trails, as I use them, but if we could all share the roads it could reduce the need for our communities or governments to find more money for extra trail-building and maintenance. Just a thought. Maybe this point shouldn't be included in a reply because I think trails and roads work well together to benefit those who use both. We are also reducing our impact on the roads and therefore benefitting taxpayers! Derek Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless device from U.S. Cellular -----Original Message----- From: "director" <director(a)positivespin.org> Date: Thu, 27 May 2010 09:18:36 To: Bike Board<bikeboard(a)cheat.org>; Jonathan Rosenbaum<freesource(a)cheat.org> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] LTE about the Green Life article Jonathan, I think the best point to make in response to a letter like this is as follows. Motorists are paying for insurance, fees, taxes, etc according to the costs they incur. The object is to pay according to what your costs. In spite of the all the money motorists pay for the privilege of driving on public roads, they are still getting subsidized. Bicyclists on the other hand, incur much lower costs which have been found to be more than covered by the federal income taxes we pay, so that no additional fees or taxes are necessary. In fact, bicyclist are subsidizing motorists and not the other way around as is popularly (mis) judged. I can find references to back this up, or refer you to the Alliance for Biking and Walking - they should have the info. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org> Date: Wed, 26 May 2010 22:02:29 -0400 >It was bound to happen soon or later, but a contrarian who believes that >privileges (rights) need to be purchased wrote a letter to the Dominion >Post editor about our last excellent BB article. There is clearly a >separation between having "rights" and having to pay for licenses, >insurance, and property taxes. Do you think the BB should address this >person's question? I don't subscribe to the electronic DP so I've typed >the article out below: > > *Want the rights? Pay for responsibilities* > > It was with amazement that I read the column in Thursday's [The > Dominion Post] in the Green Life page about bicyclists. The title > of the article "Same road, same rights, same rules" was read in > disbelief. > In my opinion, as well as quite a few of my friends', they [the > bicyclists] can have the same rights when they start paying for > license plates as we car and truck owners do. > They can have the same rights when they pay the property taxes > we do on our vehicles. > They can have the same rights when they have to carry the state > minimum insurance as we are required by law to have. > If we have to have all of these things to drive our vehicles on > the roads and they have the same rights as we do, then why do they > not pay the same as we do to have the "privilege" to drive on our roads? > > *Dennis Bolyard > Kingwood* > > > > > > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 -- _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] LTE about the Green Life article
by director 27 May '10

27 May '10

Jonathan, I think the best point to make in response to a letter like this is as follows. Motorists are paying for insurance, fees, taxes, etc according to the costs they incur. The object is to pay according to what your costs. In spite of the all the money motorists pay for the privilege of driving on public roads, they are still getting subsidized. Bicyclists on the other hand, incur much lower costs which have been found to be more than covered by the federal income taxes we pay, so that no additional fees or taxes are necessary. In fact, bicyclist are subsidizing motorists and not the other way around as is popularly (mis) judged. I can find references to back this up, or refer you to the Alliance for Biking and Walking - they should have the info. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org> Date: Wed, 26 May 2010 22:02:29 -0400 >It was bound to happen soon or later, but a contrarian who believes that >privileges (rights) need to be purchased wrote a letter to the Dominion >Post editor about our last excellent BB article. There is clearly a >separation between having "rights" and having to pay for licenses, >insurance, and property taxes. Do you think the BB should address this >person's question? I don't subscribe to the electronic DP so I've typed >the article out below: > > *Want the rights? Pay for responsibilities* > > It was with amazement that I read the column in Thursday's [The > Dominion Post] in the Green Life page about bicyclists. The title > of the article "Same road, same rights, same rules" was read in > disbelief. > In my opinion, as well as quite a few of my friends', they [the > bicyclists] can have the same rights when they start paying for > license plates as we car and truck owners do. > They can have the same rights when they pay the property taxes > we do on our vehicles. > They can have the same rights when they have to carry the state > minimum insurance as we are required by law to have. > If we have to have all of these things to drive our vehicles on > the roads and they have the same rights as we do, then why do they > not pay the same as we do to have the "privilege" to drive on our roads? > > *Dennis Bolyard > Kingwood* > > > > > > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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LTE about the Green Life article
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 26 May '10

26 May '10

It was bound to happen soon or later, but a contrarian who believes that privileges (rights) need to be purchased wrote a letter to the Dominion Post editor about our last excellent BB article. There is clearly a separation between having "rights" and having to pay for licenses, insurance, and property taxes. Do you think the BB should address this person's question? I don't subscribe to the electronic DP so I've typed the article out below: *Want the rights? Pay for responsibilities* It was with amazement that I read the column in Thursday's [The Dominion Post] in the Green Life page about bicyclists. The title of the article "Same road, same rights, same rules" was read in disbelief. In my opinion, as well as quite a few of my friends', they [the bicyclists] can have the same rights when they start paying for license plates as we car and truck owners do. They can have the same rights when they pay the property taxes we do on our vehicles. They can have the same rights when they have to carry the state minimum insurance as we are required by law to have. If we have to have all of these things to drive our vehicles on the roads and they have the same rights as we do, then why do they not pay the same as we do to have the "privilege" to drive on our roads? *Dennis Bolyard Kingwood*

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Pittsburgh bronzed!
by director 17 May '10

17 May '10

Good afternoon, Just got my League newsletter with announcements of new bike friendly cities. Pittsburgh has been awarded bronze - Will this doesn't get anyone more motivated to get it here in Morgantown. I'll do a part as long I'm not doing it alone. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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Happy Bike to Work Week everybody
by director 17 May '10

17 May '10

Good morning, I got a call from the local TV station asking if we're doing any special events for the rest of bike month. It struck me as odd they didn't call before bike month. It also reminded me that this is Bike to Work Week and as far as I know there is nothing planned - again because we were contacted too late to do anything with anyone and didn't want to do it alone. We really would like to start planning for next year now so this doesn't happen again. Does anyone agree? Where should we start? Thanks, Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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May BB minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 15 May '10

15 May '10

Attached please find the May BB minutes. Have a great weekend! BETSY SHOGREN

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San Franscisco Bike to Work Day
by director 14 May '10

14 May '10

Saw this on TreeHugger, thought it might be of interest... http://www.treehugger.com/files/2010/05/san-francisco-bike-to-work-day-2010… Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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Bike to Work links?
by Gunnar Shogren 13 May '10

13 May '10

Anybody got any? I may try to do something w/ them. Or not. But if you have any links w/o digging around too much, send them please.

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FW: Agenda for this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 05 May '10

05 May '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Ryan Post for discovering that the minutes that I included in the zip folder with the message below were the minutes from our March meeting. Please disregard those. Attached are the minutes for our last meeting, April. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] Sent: Monday, May 03, 2010 2:27 PM To: 'Morgantown Bike Board' Cc: 'krtwriter(a)comcast.net'; 'Barbara Shellito' Subject: Agenda for this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached a zip folder. The zip folder contains 3 documents: 1. Suggested agenda for this Thursday's regular monthly Bicycle Board meeting. 2. Minutes of our last monthly meeting. 3. Highlights of Education activities. Please let me know ASAP if you want to make any changes to the agenda. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Morgantown Bike Month Proclamation
by Frank Gmeindl 03 May '10

03 May '10

Bicycle Boar Members, Tomorrow (Tue) night, 7:30 at the Morgantown City Council meeting, Mayor Bill Byrne will read the attached Proclamation that May is Morgantown Bike Month. I understand that he is going to present it to the Chairman of the Bicycle Board, me. Also attached is what I plan to say if that happens. If you have any comments on what I plan to say or and suggestions to make it better, please send them to me by tomorrow afternoon. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Agenda for this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 03 May '10

03 May '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached a zip folder. The zip folder contains 3 documents: 1. Suggested agenda for this Thursday's regular monthly Bicycle Board meeting. 2. Minutes of our last monthly meeting. 3. Highlights of Education activities. Please let me know ASAP if you want to make any changes to the agenda. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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FW: Bike-to-Work Week
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Apr '10

30 Apr '10

Bicycle Board Members, Just FYI. Some of our former members are trying to get something going for Bike to Work week and Bike to Work Day. I'm sure they can use some help. >From the communication, I can't tell who's leading the effort but if you want to do something, let me know and I'll do my best to connect you up. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > -----Original Message----- > From: Reger-Nash, Bill [mailto:wreger@hsc.wvu.edu] > Sent: Friday, April 30, 2010 7:14 AM > To: director(a)positivespin.org; Rye, Jim; Rosie, Eric; Kierig, Hugh; > Zaph, Kimberly; Clement Solomon > Cc: Gmeindl, Frank > Subject: RE: Bike-to-Work Week > > Nick, Hugh, Jim, Clement, Eric, Kimberly, > > I am off to a conference in Toronto later today and have no ability to > assist. > > Your point is well made, Nick. However, we do need the person power to > make it a go. > > Wishing you well. > > Bill > > PS: Wasn't Frank's article in the DP just outstanding!!! Well > written, motivational. Good effort. > > > Bill Reger-Nash, EdD > > Walk 30 minutes or more daily. > Feel the Power of Half an Hour. > > WVU Department of Community Medicine > Room 3812 E, Health Sciences South > One Medical Center Drive > Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 > 304-293-0763 > wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu > ________________________________________ > From: director [director(a)positivespin.org] > Sent: Thursday, April 29, 2010 11:02 PM > To: Rye, Jim; Rosie, Eric; Kierig, Hugh; Zaph, Kimberly; > director(a)positivespin.org; Clement Solomon; Reger-Nash, Bill > Subject: RE: Bike-to-Work Week > > Bill, Hugh, Clement, > I'm in agreement for the most part, but I think we're missing a great > opportunity to christen the Mountaineer Station. Wouldn't it be do- > able to just have a refreshment and info station on Friday? And maybe > one at the 'Lair too? Positive Spin can provide support with > volunteers and logistics. > > I'd hate to let this day pass without doing anything. I've always > tried to do something every year since I moved here in 2003 - even > before Positive Spin. > > I've been checking Mountaineer station regularly and haven't seen a > bike in there besides my own since Winter. People need a kick start > and the info station would be a great way to get them excited about > trying it. Could also advertise the Bike Board classes. > > Thanks, > Nick > > > > > > ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- > From: "Reger-Nash, Bill" <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu> > Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 13:42:38 -0400 > > >Let me echo Jim's comments. I too am currently swamped. > > > >Thanks to Jim and others, this was a wonderful effort last year. > Perhaps we should look at next year and attempt to find a student > intern to take it on. > > > > > >Bill > > > >----- > >Bill Reger-Nash, EdD > > > >Walk at least 30 minutes daily > >Feel the Power of Half an Hour! > > > >Professor, Department of Community Medicine > >West Virginia University > >Morgantown, WV 26506-9190 > > > >Office: 304-293-0763; Cell: 304-685-6740; Fax: 304-293-6685 > >Email: wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu<mailto:wreger@hsc.wvu.edu> > >Homepage: > www.hsc.wvu.edu/som/cmed/wreger/index.asp<http://www.hsc.wvu.edu/som/cm > ed/wreger/index.asp> > > > > > >________________________________ > >From: Jim Rye [mailto:Jim.Rye@mail.wvu.edu] > >Sent: Thursday, April 29, 2010 1:39 PM > >To: Reger-Nash, Bill; Rosie, Eric; Kierig, Hugh; Zaph, Kimberly; > director(a)positivespin.org; Clement Solomon > >Subject: Re: Bike-to-Work Week > > > >All: I can offer for use an update (attached) of the interactive excel > worksheet/program that was available during last year's event. I also > can offer to do a live session centered around the use of the attached > (e.g., green, economic and health aspects) if someone wants to schedule > it during or before bike to work week. I'm afraid I'm too busy to do > much else. Thanks. > > > >Jim Rye > >Professor > >Dept C&I/LS > >West Virginia University > >PO Box 6122 > >604L Allen Hall > >Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 > >Phone: (304) 293-4416 > >Fax: (304) 293-3802 > >http://depts.hre.wvu.edu/c&ils/currinst/rye.html > >"The first wealth is health." -Ralph Waldo Emerson > > > >>>> Clement Solomon 4/28/2010 3:52 PM >>> > >Hi Folks, > >I am sending this email to see if you are planning to do the bike-to- > work week in May. We can host information on our website and provide > logistic support. > > > >Your thoughts? > > > >Clement > > > >Thanks, > >Clement Solomon, Ph.D. > >Director of Sustainability > >West Virginia University > >Phone: 304 293 7916 > >Fax: 304 293 7156 > > > > > > -- > Nick Hein LCI# 1705 > Director, Positive Spin > 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L > Morgantown, WV > ph 304-685-8954 > --

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Column in today's paper
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Apr '10

29 Apr '10

Education Committee Members, Please thank Paul Becker for achieving an agreement with the Dominion Post to publish monthly, the last Thursday of each month, a bicycling education article. The first, Start pedaling for National Bike Month by yours truly appeared on page 1-D of today's paper. I also thought it was cool that today's Dominion Post advertised for the first time in all 35 years that we've been doing it, Appalachian Spring Spectacular bicycle ride which occurs this weekend. The Monongalia Bicycle Club and Country Roads Cyclists that plan, organize and accomplish it get the credit for that. The article is on page 4-C. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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FW: Greater Morgantown Transportation Survey Launched!
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Apr '10

27 Apr '10

From: Ford, Tammy [mailto:FordTa@pbworld.com] Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 2:56 PM To: Auger, Leo P.; Best Buy; Board of Education; City of Morgantown; City of Morgantown; City of Morgantown; City of Morgantown Bike Board; City of Morgantown Ped Board; Clayton, Mary; Downtown Morgantown; Mainstreet Morgantown; Monongalia Co BOE; Monongalia County; Monongalia County; Monongalia County; Monongalia General Hospital; Morgantown Area Chamber of Commerce; Morgantown Area EDP; Morgantown Municipal Airport; Mountain Line; Mountain Line; Mountaineer Mall Mgmt; MPO; Mylan Pharmaceuticals; NETL; PB Project Team; Town of Blacksville; Town of Granville; Town of Granville; Ungemah, David; US CDC; WVDOH; WVDOH; WVDOH Subject: Greater Morgantown Transportation Survey Launched! Importance: High Attention Community Leaders: As many of you are aware, the Morgantown-Monongalia County Metropolitan Planning Organization is in the midst of addressing opportunities for transportation demand management solutions in the area via the TDM Feasibility Study currently being executed by the firm Parsons Brinckerhoff (PB). One element of this process requires obtaining travel information from those living and working in the study area. An on-line survey has been developed and is now ready for distribution throughout the Greater Morgantown Area. We are asking for your assistance in distributing the survey to the public via your normal communication channels. This could include email communications via your intranet; a link on your company website home page; a blurb within your company newsletter (or other public notice); a mention of the survey at an upcoming meeting, or any other method! The survey will be live until May 31, 2010. The survey can be found at MorgantownCommute.org <http://www.morgantowncommute.org/> IMPORTANT NOTE TO EMPLOYERS: If you are interested in obtaining a separate copy of the survey results as completed by your employees only, follow these easy steps PRIOR to issuing this notice to your employees: 1. Click on the 'MorgantownCommute.org' link to access the survey page and copy the URL address from your browser. 2. Highlight the 'MorgantownCommute.org' address within your email message; right click on your mouse and select 'Hyperlink'. 3. Paste the address into the 'Insert Hyperlink' dialogue box at the bottom where it says "Address" adding your company name after the '=' (equal sign) at the end of the URL address. 4. That's it. You are now ready to send your email company-wide with the added benefit of tracking employee responses. All you need to do next is contact David Ungemah via email at ungemah(a)pbworld.com to provide him with your contact information for sending of your company's survey results after completion of the survey process. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation in this process! To help us gauge the level of local support, we will follow up with you in about a week to hear how you/your organization is helping to market the survey. For questions about this project, please contact Bill Austin (MPO Director) at 304-291-9571. If you have technical problems with this survey, please contact David Ungemah (PB) at ungemah(a)pbworld.com <mailto:ungemah@pbworld.com?subject=US%20101%20Survey%20Technical%20Question > . For questions regarding this communication, you may contact Tammy Ford (PB) (contact information below). We look forward to sharing the results with you in the coming months. Tammy Ford Project Manager PB America 1-302-442-3058 / Business Phone <mailto:fordta@pbworld.com> fordta(a)pbworld.com <http://www.pbworld.com> www.pbworld.com NOTICE: This communication and any attachments ("this message") may contain confidential information for the sole use of the intended recipient(s). Any unauthorized use, disclosure, viewing, copying, alteration, dissemination or distribution of, or reliance on this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, or you are not an authorized recipient, please notify the sender immediately by replying to this message, delete this message and all copies from your e-mail system and destroy any printed copies. ______________________________________________________________________ NOTICE: This communication and any attachments ("this message") may contain confidential information for the sole use of the intended recipient(s). Any unauthorized use, disclosure, viewing, copying, alteration, dissemination or distribution of, or reliance on this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, or you are not an authorized recipient, please notify the sender immediately by replying to this message, delete this message and all copies from your e-mail system and destroy any printed copies.

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FW: FW: Bike class
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Apr '10

26 Apr '10

All, Please be aware that the 2nd Annual WV Cycling Symposium that was scheduled for this coming Fri-Sun in Parkersburg has been postponed indefinitely. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Kimberly Jo Coram [mailto:kimberlyjocoram@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, April 26, 2010 8:20 AM To: Frank Gmeindl Subject: Re: FW: Bike class Good Morning Frank! Greg speaks highly of your class. I am looking forward to doing it. I am sorry. I thought I relieved you of attending. The meeting has been postpones ad the WV Cycling Foundation is working on some details they need to decide on before expanding the board. We will keep you posted though! Keep up the good work and thanks for thinking of the event! Kim On Sat, Apr 24, 2010 at 6:40 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> wrote: Kim, I hope all's well with you! It's been a busy spring up here. We're getting our education program in full swing and I don't seem to have much time for anything else. I haven't seen anything on the West Virginia Cycling Symposium. Is it still happening? I haven't made any arrangements for it, nor commitments for our annual Appalachian Spring Spectacular up here but both are only a week away and I don't think I can sit on the fence any longer. If the Symposium's still happening, could you please send me an agenda? Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net] Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2010 9:22 PM To: 'Kimberly Jo' Subject: RE: Bike class Kim, Thanks. Please copy me on the Symposium agenda when there is one. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Kimberly Jo [mailto:kimberlyjoshi@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2010 9:12 PM To: Frank Gmeindl Subject: Re: Bike class Hey Frank, You are relieved. I think we will wait out Greg getting certified to do local classes. The date for the state gathering is locked in. I am sorry. I will update you and let you know what happens. Thanks for offering to help!!!! On Tue, Feb 23, 2010 at 7:47 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> wrote: Kim, What's the probability that the Bicycle Skills 123 classes are going to happen? May 1-2 is the Monongalia Bicycle Club's Appalachian Spring Spectacular weekend. We've done the ASS every year for about 30 years. I've been a primary actor in organizing and doing it for most of those years. I hate to miss it this year. We had our first planning meeting tonight and I had to beg off from some activities that I usually do because I've committed to be in Parkersburg. If there's a chance that the Bicycle Skills class won't happen and even better, that the symposium will be on a different date, that would make me very happy. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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REI cycling advice page
by Chet Parsons 23 Apr '10

23 Apr '10

All - Ran across this in one of the emails I get from REI. Haven't had a chance to check them out yet, but there's videos included along with the article on visbility and hand signals. Some of the content may be useful in brainstorming for the public advisory messages. Chet http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/articles/riding+traffic.html

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April BB Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 21 Apr '10

21 Apr '10

I believe I forgot to send these out earlier. Sorry for the delay. BETSY

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Re: [Bikeboard] www.BikeMorgantown.com live
by Gunnar Shogren 06 Apr '10

06 Apr '10

bikemorgantown.com- On the home page, the link to Maps (and Blog) doesn't go anywhere. That's fine if there's nothing there yet. On all other live pages (which are just Calendar and About), the link to Maps goes here- http://maps.google.com/maps?tab=cl Which is fine I suppose, if that's what you want, but since it's not really part of the bikemorgantown.com site I would suggest at least opening it in another window. Same thing w/ the links under Morgantown >>> on the home page. They aren't part of bikemorgantown.com and should/could be opened in a separate window/tab. All the pages under the Courses >>> open in new windows. http://bikemorgantown.com/calendar/calendarinfo.html opens from a couple places. Looks like it comes from a separate place, in that it doesn't use the page template of most of the other pages, i.e. home, about, calendar. Frank you mentioned about being able to update the calendar and all that. It's an embedded google calendar, which means they can set it up so different folks can edit events in it. It's not too hard, Ryan and I have done it w/ a few calendars that he was trying to get setup. You can check this out by clicking on any of the links under Course >>> Confident City Cycling -> course date, etc. There. How's that? On Thu, Apr 1, 2010 at 4:32 PM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> wrote: > Bicycle Board Members, > > > > www.BikeMorgantown.com is now live. If you have a chance to look at it > before tonight’s Bicycle Board meeting, I’d appreciate receiving any > comments about it. The development team is meeting 8:30 tomorrow morning to > continue working on it. > > > > Frank > > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Article Topics
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Apr '10

01 Apr '10

Bicycle Board Members, At tonight's BB meeting, I agreed to send the Education Committee minutes that include the updated list of article topics and their authors. Please see page 3 in the attached. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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www.BikeMorgantown.com live
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Apr '10

01 Apr '10

Bicycle Board Members, www.BikeMorgantown.com is now live. If you have a chance to look at it before tonight's Bicycle Board meeting, I'd appreciate receiving any comments about it. The development team is meeting 8:30 tomorrow morning to continue working on it. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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FW: Morgantown Bicycle and Pedestrian Interests and upcoming Statewide MPO Conference
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Apr '10

01 Apr '10

Bicycle Board Members, Any ideas how we can make anything useful from this? Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 10:14 AM To: 'Frank Gmeindl'; cabildso(a)yahoo.com Cc: 'Don Spencer' Subject: Morgantown Bicycle and Pedestrian Interests and upcoming Statewide MPO Conference Frank, Christiaan, In discussing the bicycle ride that is to occur at the MPO Conference DOH feels that the Monongahela Boulevard is simply too steep for the causal rider. DOH recognizes that there is a need to provide more recognition to cyclists and pedestrian issues. They are proposing that as part of the second days breakout sessions that there be a "mobile laboratory" showing off the areas bicycle and pedestrian features and concerns. We would arrange for Mountain Line or the University to provide a van/small vehicle and the MPO or the Bike Board and or the Pedestrian Board could give a tour of the area. This tour should contrast where non-motorized modes are accommodated well and where they are not. They also may consider a breakout session where the Morgantown Cyclists and possibly the Parkersburg cyclists could discuss cycling issues if both groups are interested. Please let me know your thoughts on this. Thanks, Bill Austin, AICP Executive Director Morgantown Monongalia MPO 180 Hart Field Road Morgantown, WVA 26508 304-291-9571 304-692-7225 Mobile

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March Report to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 31 Mar '10

31 Mar '10

Bicycle Board Members, Attached please find a draft report to the Traffic Commission of Bicycle Board activities. Please use track changes or comments to indicate any changes and return it to me today. It is due to the TC secretary today. Sorry for not completing it earlier. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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This Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Mar '10

28 Mar '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached a zip folder that contains a draft agenda and read-aheads for this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting. Please let me know if you want any changes. Paul may want to add some time to discuss cyclists speeding on the rail trail and not warning pedestrians when passing. Please read the discussion that I pasted below for background. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles Discussion about cyclists speeding and improper passing on rail trail (I concealed the name of the MRTC BOD member since his message was in confidence.) >>> "Frank Gmeindl" 03/21/10 11:23 PM >>> Paul, Please see below. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles MRTC BOD member, When you say, "cyclists' blowing by people without any or significant enough warning", I assume you're talking about cyclists blowing by pedestrians on the rail trail, not cyclists blowing by motorists on the road. The solution is enforcement. The rail trail has a 15 mph speed limit posted at trail entrances. I don't know who is responsible for enforcing rail trail rules but they're the people to see. I don't know what rules, other than those posted at the trail entrances, apply on the rail trail. Both Morgantown code (Article 373.07 (b)) WV code (17C-11-7 (b)) require bicycles to be equipped with a bell or other device capable of giving a signal audible for a distance of at least 100 feet but these apply to cyclists on the roadway. I don't know if they apply to cyclists on the trail but if cyclists bicycles were properly equipped, at least they'd have the means to give warning. Another solution was to keep slower moving traffic to the right to enable faster traffic to pass slower traffic on the left as mandated by sound traffic principles. The Bicycle Board recommended to the Traffic Commission and the Commission approved trail striping in accordance with the 1999 AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities as well as KEEP RIGHT signs. That project got passed from the TC to the Public Works Dept. and then to BOPARC. We all know what a fiasco resulted when striping of incorrect dimensions and patterns was applied and not even to the middle of the trail. I do not know who did the succeeding work: blacking out the stripe and erecting confusing little signs (see attached). They did get right the striping around the bollards though but still have not implemented the Bicycle Boards' recommendation. Long story short: striping a proper broken center line and erecting KEEP RIGHT signs would encourage appropriate cyclist behavior. Perhaps the Rail Trail board would like to pick that up. See http://www.sccrtc.org/bikes/AASHTO_1999_BikeBook.pdf for the 1999 AASHTO Guide and http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/htm/2009/html_index.htm for the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: MRTC BOD Member Sent: Friday, March 12, 2010 1:20 PM To: Frank Gmeindl Subject: Rail Trail Frank, At last nights' Rail Trail board meeting, during the public comments section, there was a citizen that raised a concern about cyclists' blowing by people without any or significant enough warning. Anyhow, most on the board thought that this was a significant enough of an issue that it requires us to address it. So, in order to avoid any irrational discusions of de-mounting areas, I was hoping to get some ideas to address the issue prior. You know, in a proactive way as opposed to a reactive way. Maybe the Bicycle Board could come up with a plan to make the high traffic areas of the Rail Trail safer? If you're interested in helping or have any ideas, give me a call. Thanks, (MRTC BOD member) From: Paul Becker [mailto:Paul.Becker@mail.wvu.edu] Sent: Friday, March 19, 2010 8:01 PM To: weisswilliam(a)yahoo.com Cc: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net Subject: Re: Rail-Trail Safety - Keep Walkers Safe on the Rail-Trails From Dangerous Bikers I agree with you and have raised this issue on the bike board. For the most part they agree as well, and understand: 1. With rights (to be in traffic on bikes) come responsibilities. To not ride on sidewalks where it's illegal, and to bike safely around pedestrians. 2. Politically it would be suicide for auto folks to divide bikes people and pedestrians. ... which has happened in other communities, and perhaps here. I believe you will find agreement on the bike board, especially if there are solutions that go beyond talk. The problem on the rail trail is acute in the densely used downtown area. Bikes, kids, adults, dogs, etc. BTW, these potential collissions are scary to bikers as well, though it is likely pedestrians will suffer more than a bike in a collision. In this area I believe we actually need to to separate the bike and pedestrian traffic. I have raised this issue several times, been told that there is not enough room for dual lanes. Certainly the Decker's Creek Bridge is a problem, but I believe (without and actual survey) that we could widen and separate the bike and pedestrian flows in many of the densest areas. I understand from Don that there are other things that have been tried in other cities that enhance safety if there is a mix. We have found the Morgantown police totally uninterested in enforcing existing rules to control bikes. There is a law on the books, I believe that forbids bikes from riding on sidewalks downtown. Totally unenforced! It may be the police believe they have bigger fish to fry, but it may be that they don't want to accept WV's law that bikes have full rights to be in roads with cars (not just on the right) and don't want to have to deal with that possibility. I would suggest you speak to Frank Gmeindl, chair of the board (whom I'm copying) to get on the agenda. I probably will not be at the April1, meeting. Paul Paul Becker, ScD. Professor Safety and Health Extension Extension Service West Virginia University >>> Bill Weiss 03/19/10 6:13 PM >>> Hello Paul, I have been advised to attend an April 1st meeting of the Morgantown Bicycle Board to express my concerns regarding the safety of local Rail-Trails Walkers, and to seek redress. Since I read that you are the Board, Paul, I will address my concerns to you. I hope you will help make the Rail-Trails a safe place for folks who walk on the local Rail-Trails. There are at least two threats of perceived danger to Walkers on the local Rail-Trails. First are unruly people, possibly impaired, who congregate along the Rail-Trail and threaten Walkers and Bikers as they pass by. The second is the threat caused by Bikers who threaten Walkers's safety by passing them at a high rate of speed. The second problem, Bikers traveling at high rates of speed who often endanger Rail-Trail Walkers' safety, do not slow down sufficiently while passing Walkers, especially when approaching Walkers from behind. Some Bikers do not announce their approach with a shout-out, by ringing their bike's bell or or by sounding their bike's horn. But even if they do announce themselves, few of the fast riding Bikers actually slow down sufficiently to ensure the Walkers' safety. There is little doubt that life threatening situations often occur and eventually a fast moving Biker will collide with a walker and a person will be hurt, maimed or killed. But, perhaps that has happened already. I don't know. But, the likelihood of an accident will increase, as the weather improves and more people walk and ride bikes on our local rail-trails. Elderly and disabled folks, children and dogs are especially at risk, since they often do not react quickly to a potential collision. The responsibility of avoiding an accident is everyone's, but Bikers have a large responsibility for not putting Rail-Trail Walkers at risk, since they can control the speed of their bikes and they can avoid riding into a Walker and causing harm. Few Walkers (except children and impaired folks) might intentionally walk into an oncoming bike, no matter how slow the bike is approaching them. On many occasions, while walking on the local Rail-Trails in the past with friends, or with my now deceased wife, we have been overtaken (from behind) by a young man riding his bike at a high rate of speed. Sometimes a warning is given. And if a warning is given, it usually occurs just as the bike whizzes by us. Other times, no warning is given. In any case we are usually startled, scared and become angry because our safety was threatened. We are very concerned about a collision and being harmed. Women Bikers are generally much more careful when approaching Walkers from ahead or behind. Generally they will ride much more slowly and call out, ring their bike's bell, or toot their bike's horn, before they get close to Walkers. A bike approaching in front of Walkers is usually seen before it gets too close, so it is less of a problem, even if the Biker is traveling at a high rate of speed and does not announce themselves. But, they can still be a threat, due to their speed and their close proximity to the Walkers as they pass by. The chance of a collision is greatly increased when two or more high speed Bikers approach Walkers, and each other, in front and behind of the Walkers, and both pass the walkers at a close proximity at the same time. Bikers who insist on passing Walkers at high rates of speed must be banned from the Rail-Trails and advised to ride their bikes with the coal and gas well water trucks on Dents Run or on the Interstates or the US highways where they will will not be a threat to pedestrians and other users. Several safety solutions come to mind: 1) ban young male Bikers who are apprehended who violate the law by riding their bikes in a manner threatening to Walkers; and who apparently suffer from hyper active testosterone glands and very immature minds; 2) widen the rail-trails to create an adequate Walkers path; with a concrete wall divider to separate Bikers and Walkers; or 3) require all Bikers to slow down to almost the same rate of speed as the Walkers speed, announce themselves and pass the Walkers with great care. The current rail-trail culture must be changed from a "walker beware" attitude, to a "biker be responsible" culture; to ensure safety of each and every Rail-Trail user. Both Bikers and Walkers need to be better educated on how to safely share the Rail-Trails with others - Bikers an Walkers.. It is apparent that the the police must patrol the Rail-Trail to apprehend people who violate the law; including Bikers, Walkers and others who behave in a dangerous and threatening manner - putting others' safety at risk. What do you say? do you agree with me, Paul? Will you help make the Rail-Trails a safer place for everyone's benefit?. Thanks. Bill

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Re: [Bikeboard] Article
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Mar '10

26 Mar '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Paul, Jonathan and John Lozier for their recommended improvements to the article on Same Roads, Same Rights, Same Rules. Attached is the final version with changes tracked. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] Sent: Thursday, March 25, 2010 3:32 PM To: 'Morgantown Bike Board' Subject: Article Bicycle Board Members, Would you please critique the attached article and give me your feedback at your earliest convenience? This is one of a series of articles that we're going to publish in the Dominion Post and on our web site. I would like to make it as good as possible before submitting to the DP. BTW, the DP promised they'd publish in this Sunday's paper the letter about MUB's closing the rail trail diverting cyclists to the Mon Blvd. corridor. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Article
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Mar '10

25 Mar '10

Bicycle Board Members, Would you please critique the attached article and give me your feedback at your earliest convenience? This is one of a series of articles that we're going to publish in the Dominion Post and on our web site. I would like to make it as good as possible before submitting to the DP. BTW, the DP promised they'd publish in this Sunday's paper the letter about MUB's closing the rail trail diverting cyclists to the Mon Blvd. corridor. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Good news on the federal front
by Chet Parsons 22 Mar '10

22 Mar '10

Wired gives a good summary of the announcement from Sec. LaHood about multi-modal transportation and what it now means for transportation in the US. Great news for biking and walking, especially on the funding side! http://www.wired.com/autopia/2010/03/lahood-policy-statement/ Chet

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FW: [monbikeclub] Re: Google Announces Google Biking Directions at League 2010 National Bike Summit
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Mar '10

13 Mar '10

Dave, Apparently, Google pays attention to problem reports. I am confident that if we give them valid improvement recommendations, in a short time, Google maps by bicycle can provide optimal bike route recommendations. Here’s what I received from them today, 2 days after I submitted a problem report. From: noreply-maps-issues(a)google.com Sent: Saturday, March 13, 2010 3:18 AM To: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Subject: Google Maps Problem Report (ID: A701-F676-388E-1846) Hi Frank, Your Google Maps problem report has been reviewed, and you were right! We'll update the map soon and email you when you can see the change. Report history Problem ID: A701-F676-388E-1846 Your report: Deckers Creek Ave. terminates under the S. Walnut St. Bridge. Suggest 7. Turn left at Brockway Ave. instead. -- Thanks for your help, The Google Maps team Frank From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net] Sent: Thursday, March 11, 2010 12:53 PM To: 'monbikeclub(a)yahoogroups.com'; 'crc-mail(a)crcyclists.org' Subject: RE: [monbikeclub] Re: Google Announces Google Biking Directions at League 2010 National Bike Summit Dave, You can recommend better routes by clicking the Report A Problem link at the bottom of the list of directions. That way, Google can improve the routes. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: monbikeclub(a)yahoogroups.com [mailto:monbikeclub@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of WVFossils(a)aol.com Sent: Thursday, March 11, 2010 11:24 AM To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net; monbikeclub(a)yahoogroups.com; crc-mail(a)crcyclists.org Subject: [monbikeclub] Re: Google Announces Google Biking Directions at League 2010 National Bike Summit Out of curiosity I typed in Morgantown to Uniontown, Googles idea was to take 857 all the way. Yea Google. I guess they couldn't find the back roads. Fourth day of biking this week, getting tired, but feels good. Fayette County roads are in very good shape. But the Lake Lynn road out of Pt Marion is not in good shape. dave -----Original Message----- From: Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net <mailto:frank.gmeindl%40comcast.net> > To: 'Morgantown Bike Board' <bikeboard(a)cheat.org <mailto:bikeboard%40cheat.org> >; monbikeclub(a)yahoogroups.com <mailto:monbikeclub%40yahoogroups.com> ; monbikeclub(a)googlegroups.com <mailto:monbikeclub%40googlegroups.com> ; crc-mail(a)crcyclists.org <mailto:crc-mail%40crcyclists.org> Sent: Wed, Mar 10, 2010 9:00 am Subject: FW: Google Announces Google Biking Directions at League 2010 National Bike Summit Now, you can find bicycle routes on Google maps. Check out http://maps.google.com/biking . I don’t know how they select the routes but they could recommend better ones. You can input though. Hopefully, we’ll give them input and the routes will improve over time. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: League of American Bicyclists [mailto:meghan@bikeleague.org <mailto:meghan%40bikeleague.org> ] Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2010 12:01 AM To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net <mailto:frank.gmeindl%40comcast.net> Subject: Google Announces Google Biking Directions at League 2010 National Bike Summit Having trouble viewing this email? Click here You're receiving this email because of your relationship with League of American Bicyclists. Please confirm your continued interest in receiving email from us. You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our emails. PRESS RELEASE March 10, 2010 For Immediate Release Contact: Meghan Cahill League of American Bicyclists 202.822.1333 Google Announces Google Biking Directions at the League of American Bicyclists' 2010 National Bike Summit Washington, D.C. - March 10, 2010 - The League of American Bicyclists is proud to be the forum for Google to announce what all bike riders have been waiting for - Grab Your Bike and Go with Google Maps. Google is announcing at the Opening Plenary Session at the National Bike Summit that they are adding biking directions in the U.S. to Google Maps."This new tool will open people's eyes to the possibility and practicality of hopping on a bike and riding," said Andy Clarke, President of the League of American Bicyclists. "We know people want to ride more, and we know it's good for people and communities when they do ride more - this makes it possible. It is a game-changer, especially for those short trips that are the most polluting," Users can now choose biking when deciding how to get to their destination, starting today, March 10, 2010. If you're one of the 57 million Americans who ride a bike, mapping your daily commute, and planning recreational or trail rides just became easier. According to Google this has been the most requested addition to Google Maps, and the League is delighted that they have chosen the National Bike Summit to unveil this new feature. Google's announcement further proves the importance of the Summit and the bicycle movement in helping our nation become a more Bicycle Friendly America. The Google biking directions will make it that much easier for bicyclists to get to work, school or play. This new feature includes: step-by-step bicycling directions; bike trails outlined directly on the map; and a new "Bicycling" layer that indicates bike trails, bike lanes, and bike-friendly roads. 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MPO Ride
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Mar '10

12 Mar '10

Bicycle Board Members, Apparently, DOH is afraid to ride on their own roads. According to the thread below, they only want to ride the rail trail for their conference. Any thoughts now on what our role should be in the ride? Apparently, they're still OK with beer;) Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] Sent: Thursday, March 11, 2010 11:03 AM To: 'Frank Gmeindl' Subject: FW: Planning Conf. Frank, Please find below DOH's comments on the Bike ride for the upcoming conference. I am not surprised that they don't want to take the main ride up Monongahela Boulevard but at least the proposed route will show them the hill. Please let me know your thoughts. Thanks, Bill From: Lilly, Elizabeth A [mailto:Elizabeth.A.Lilly@wv.gov] Sent: Thursday, March 11, 2010 10:39 AM To: Bill Austin Subject: RE: Planning Conf. Bill, I ran this by them, and they want the route on the trails listed as the bike route. They are just not comfortable with Mon. Blvd. During the conference you can mention it, but it should be stressed that the trail is the main planned route for the bike ride. Give me a call if you want to discuss this. Thanks, Elizabeth From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2010 2:55 PM To: Lilly, Elizabeth A Subject: RE: Planning Conf. Elizabeth, Maybe the best way to handle it is to have two ride guides that lead the group through the same route until they get to Monongahela Blvd. Then one guide will take whoever chooses to go up Monongahela Blvd. and the other will lead the ride on the Rail Trail section. Riders can make that decision before the ride or when the two guides split up. If that's ok I'll share with the Bike Board. Thanks, Bill From: Lilly, Elizabeth A [mailto:Elizabeth.A.Lilly@wv.gov] Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2010 2:38 PM To: Bill Austin Subject: RE: Planning Conf. Bill, After discussing the bike ride with Rob, Bill R., and Richard, we would like to have the main ride be on the trail instead of Mon. Blvd. You could mention Mon. Blvd. being an alternate route for anyone who would want to take it, but the main proposed ride should be the trail. I don't think they were comfortable having people ride on a busy main road up a steep hill from a liability standpoint, even if it is voluntary. I'll try to pick a day in April for us to come up and look at the hotel, bike ride, cookout location, etc. Thanks, Elizabeth From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] Sent: Friday, March 05, 2010 11:20 AM To: Lilly, Elizabeth A Cc: Warner, Richard L Subject: RE: Planning Conf. Elizabeth, Thanks for the update. I have preliminarily lined up the site for the Picnic. It's the pavilion at Marilla Park in Morgantown. You can visit it at the link below: http://www.boparc.org/parksfacilities/details.php?iFacility=4 There is no charge for using the park and no need for a beer permit. The Morgantown Bicycle Board has suggested a ride that includes going up Monongahela Boulevard (this is a hot issue here), but that riders can avoid if they like, it's a steep hill. I am attaching a description of the proposed ride and I would appreciate any comments Richard may have on the proposed route. Also, there is bicycle rental available in the area. The cost is $10 for a two hour rental and $15 for half a day. There are 15 bicycles available and those renting them will need to provide the rental agency with their height and inseam measurement. Helmets are included in the rental. Please let me know your thoughts. Thanks, Bill From: Lilly, Elizabeth A [mailto:Elizabeth.A.Lilly@wv.gov] Sent: Friday, March 05, 2010 7:31 AM To: baustin(a)moncpc.org Subject: Planning Conf. 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FW: Monongahela Boulevard Bike Lane Meeting Memorandum
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Mar '10

11 Mar '10

Bicycle Board Members, The second attachment is Bill Austin's minutes of our meeting with WVDOH on the Mon Blvd bike lane and Share the Road signs. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] Sent: Thursday, March 11, 2010 9:28 AM To: 'Warner, Richard L'; 'Lewis, Ray C'; 'Terry Hough'; tim.s.kirk(a)wv.gov; 'Damien Davis'; 'Shoukry, Fouad N'; 'Frank Gmeindl'; matthew.h.skiles(a)wv.gov; 'Chris Fletcher'; 'Robinson, Bill C' Cc: 'Hugh Kierig'; dulaneyoil(a)comcast.net Subject: Monongahela Boulevard Bike Lane Meeting Memorandum Thank you for attending the Monongahela Boulevard Bike Lane meeting on Tuesday. Please find attached a memorandum documenting the discussions. I am also attaching for your information a copy of the letter sent by the City concerning this matter. Please let me know of any corrections, additions or subtractions you may have to this memorandum. Regards, Bill Austin, AICP Executive Director Morgantown Monongalia MPO 180 Hart Field Road Morgantown, WVA 26508 304-291-9571 304-692-7225 Mobile

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FW: Google Announces Google Biking Directions at League 2010 National Bike Summit
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Mar '10

10 Mar '10

Now, you can find bicycle routes on Google maps. Check out http://maps.google.com/biking <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103167038569&s=12818&e=001pYbKTip6NGUMp5vvnnF…> . I don’t know how they select the routes but they could recommend better ones. You can input though. Hopefully, we’ll give them input and the routes will improve over time. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: League of American Bicyclists [mailto:meghan@bikeleague.org] Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2010 12:01 AM To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net Subject: Google Announces Google Biking Directions at League 2010 National Bike Summit Having trouble viewing this email? Click here <http://campaign.constantcontact.com/render?v=0016MrkiGIOG-8Ny_dbGoJrWHgP58T…> You're receiving this email because of your relationship with League of American Bicyclists. 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According to Google this has been the most requested addition to Google Maps, and the League is delighted that they have chosen the National Bike Summit to unveil this new feature. Google's announcement further proves the importance of the Summit and the bicycle movement in helping our nation become a more Bicycle Friendly America <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103167038569&s=12818&e=001pYbKTip6NGXuIZpLWiG…> . The Google biking directions will make it that much easier for bicyclists to get to work, school or play. This new feature includes: step-by-step bicycling directions; bike trails outlined directly on the map; and a new "Bicycling" layer that indicates bike trails, bike lanes, and bike-friendly roads. The directions feature provides step-by-step, bike-specific routing suggestions - similar to the directions provided by our driving, walking, or public transit modes. Simply enter a start point and destination and select "Bicycling" from the drop-down menu. 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March Bicycle Board minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 10 Mar '10

10 Mar '10

Attached are the March minutes of the Bicycle Board. Have a great day! BETSY SHOGREN

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Re: [Bikeboard] FW: Monongahela Blvd Bicycle Lane
by Paul Becker 09 Mar '10

09 Mar '10

Congratulations to Frank and everyone who worked hard on this. That parking issue is not going to be easy. The out of town fans will politic hard for that parking. Paul Paul Becker, ScD. Professor Safety and Health Extension Extension Service West Virginia University >>> "Frank Gmeindl" 03/09/10 8:16 PM >>> Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a letter that Damien Davis, Assistant City Engineersent to WVDOT/H that summarizes our response to their points on the Mon Blvd.bike lane. At a meeting today with 5 members of the WVDOT/H, they agreedwith our recommendations. There is however, one remaining obstacle. They will not give the City the permission to proceed until the City and WVUcan work out a solution to the motor vehicle parking that occurs on theshoulder during events at the Coliseum. The City has an action item to workwith the University to develop a solution. A time table is stillundefined. My overall assessment is that the City and WVDOT/H are much morecooperative with us now. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers ofvehicles From: Damien Davis[mailto:ddavis@cityofmorgantown.org] Sent: Monday, March 08, 2010 3:53 PM To: Bill.C.Robinson(a)wv.gov Cc: Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov; richard.l.warner(a)wv.gov; Bill Austin; TerryHough; Jim.E.Hudson(a)wv.gov; Ray.C.Lewis(a)wv.gov; Frank Gmeindl Subject: Monongahela Blvd Bicycle Lane DearMr. Robinson, Attachedis the City*s response to several emails we have received with respect tothe proposed bicycle facility for Monongahela Blvd. I am sending this out aheadof tomorrows meeting so that we can discuss it then. Again, Thank you for yourtime and consideration. J.Damien Davis, EIT, CFM, Assistant City Engineer Cityof Morgantown PublicWorks Department - Engineering Division 389Spruce Street Morgantown,WV 26505 Office:304.284.7398 Fax:304.284.7409 www.morgantown.com J.Damien Davis, EIT, CFM, Assistant City Engineer Cityof Morgantown PublicWorks Department - Engineering Division 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Office:304.284.7398 Fax:304.284.7409 www.morgantown.com

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FW: Monongahela Blvd Bicycle Lane
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Mar '10

09 Mar '10

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a letter that Damien Davis, Assistant City Engineer sent to WVDOT/H that summarizes our response to their points on the Mon Blvd. bike lane. At a meeting today with 5 members of the WVDOT/H, they agreed with our recommendations. There is however, one remaining obstacle. They will not give the City the permission to proceed until the City and WVU can work out a solution to the motor vehicle parking that occurs on the shoulder during events at the Coliseum. The City has an action item to work with the University to develop a solution. A time table is still undefined. My overall assessment is that the City and WVDOT/H are much more cooperative with us now. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Damien Davis [mailto:ddavis@cityofmorgantown.org] Sent: Monday, March 08, 2010 3:53 PM To: Bill.C.Robinson(a)wv.gov Cc: Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov; richard.l.warner(a)wv.gov; Bill Austin; Terry Hough; Jim.E.Hudson(a)wv.gov; Ray.C.Lewis(a)wv.gov; Frank Gmeindl Subject: Monongahela Blvd Bicycle Lane Dear Mr. Robinson, Attached is the City's response to several emails we have received with respect to the proposed bicycle facility for Monongahela Blvd. I am sending this out ahead of tomorrows meeting so that we can discuss it then. Again, Thank you for your time and consideration. J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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 J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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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Club leadership training
by director 09 Mar '10

09 Mar '10

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Club leadership training
by director 09 Mar '10

09 Mar '10

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FWD: RE: Asking for Legislative Support at next week's Bike Summit
by director 05 Mar '10

05 Mar '10

Frank, Much as I'd like to answer your questions, you're asking me to detour from my task. As cycling citizens we all owe it to ourselves to read these bills and write to our lawmakers with our opinions. After that, if you've got the will and time to help me make the case for them please call me about helping draft the one-page support papers. Lawmakers listen to their constituents, especially when they take the trouble to show up at the office. If the bill does have anything you don't like, you can express that too and advocate for ammendment. Here's more info on the ACT act: http://www.bikeleague.org/blog/2010/03/just-in-time-for-the-summit-blumenau… http://blumenauer.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1606&… The other things you should be able to look up. After you do I'd encourage you to write to your lawmakers (Rockefeller, Byrd and Mollohan) with you opinion on which way they should vote. ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net> Date: Fri, 5 Mar 2010 10:59:27 -0500 Nick, Looks like you've crossed over into the dark "bike/ped" side. Please don't promote any legislation that doesn't support our right to the road, i.e. legislation that leads the public to expect us to ride on bike paths, bike lanes, shoulders, etc. As far as I'm concerned, most streets are already complete. Most cyclists just don't know how to ride on them. Where they're too narrow or too fast, widen them. Is that in any of those bills? The routes to school would be safe if students were properly trained to ride them and if laws were enforced. Are those points in any of those bills? I've never heard of the active community transportation act but what rewards does it give people moving under their own power? What costs does it put on those that use motor vehicles and jeopardize human powered movement? Good luck in the snake pit. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > -----Original Message----- > From: bikeboard-bounces(a)cheat.org [mailto:bikeboard-bounces@cheat.org] > On Behalf Of director > Sent: Friday, March 05, 2010 8:57 AM > To: bikeboard(a)cheat.org > Subject: [Bikeboard] Asking for Legislative Support at next week's Bike > Summit > > > Good morning, > I need your help. > > As Morgantown's unofficial (but only) representative at the League of > American Bicyclists Summit next week in DC I'm drafting a couple of > one-page requests to leave with lawmakers when we visit Capitol Hill on > lobbying day. (btw - Don't worry, I won't be going in alone. 3 other > League members will be in our lobbying party from Charleston, > Martinsburg and Parkersburg. They all have better sense and restraint > than me, but not as much enthusiasm) If any of you have ever > complained about me acting singly and capriciously or overstepping my > (non-existent) authority, here's your chance to reign me in. > > Help me draft the requests based on how current legislation will affect > Morgantown - pictures, maps, stories, etc. The following bills are > currently up for consideration and I'm drafting a one-page document on > each one to leave behind in the office of each legislative aid we meet > with. > > "Complete Streets" Act - S. 584/HR 1443 > > "Safe Routes to Schools" Act S. 1156/HR 4021 > > "Active Community Transportation Act of 2010" H.R. 4722 > > In addition, I have these general objectives to promote if there's time > to complete requests for them: > Support/Introduce legislation that increases Non-Motorized Funding NMF > to a level comparable to its mode-share in WV (currently we're the > worst). Bring NMF from its current 0.2% value to 8% (bike/ped > modeshare) or 6% (bike/ped fatality share). > > Support/Introduce legislation that makes bike/ped safety education a > requirement in schools (rider education at the grade school level, > bike/ped awareness in drivers' education) This will have impact beyond > training the current generation of walkers/bikers - it will educate the > next generation of voters, legislators, planners and traffic engineers. > > I'll be working on this over the weekend and until I leave Tuesday > morning. Thank you for any support you can offer. > Nick > > > -- > Nick Hein LCI# 1705 > Director, Positive Spin > 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L > Morgantown, WV > ph 304-685-8954 > -- > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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Help lobby for bicycling next week
by director 04 Mar '10

04 Mar '10

Good morning, Next week I'll be at the League's 10th annual National Bike Summit along with about 700 advocates from all over the country (and a few from out of the country). This sounds like a lot of people, but when it comes to making national policy change it's just a start. They'd like your help. One of the days - March 11 - will be dedicated to lobbying on Capitol Hill for biker-friendly legislation. Those of us (4) from West Virginia will be visiting our senators and congressmen personally (usually their aides) to do this. The Alliance for Biking and Walking has set up a way that you can help, as described below. Of particular importance is the "Active Community Transportation" bill just introduced by congressman Blumenauer that would allow bike/ped projects to be funded over multiple years, like all other successful projects. Please follow the directions in the message below to contact your lawmakers and let them know how you feel about the issues before them (rants about issues that don't have pending legislation should be saved for another time). Please pass this on to everyone you know who feels passionately about supporting biking and walking infrastructure as well (including friends, city govt, businesses, etc). Thank you, Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Alliance for Biking & Walking <jeremy(a)peoplepoweredmovement.org> Reply-To: jeremy(a)peoplepoweredmovement.org Date: Wed, 3 Mar 2010 10:36:32 -0500 (EST) Having trouble viewing this email? Click here http://campaign.constantcontact.com/render?v=001cHaZO6NvI5WfbdCiYaOfEkqwk8Y… ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ACT Act Introduced! Virtual Lobby Day March 11 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Wednesday, March 3, 2010 Dear Nick, Representative Earl Blumenauer just introduced the Active Community Transportation Act, H.R.4722. This groundbreaking bill creates a competitive grant program with $2 Billion to help communities build bicycling and walking networks. For the first time, communities would be able to compete for multi-year funding to build active transportation systems, just as they do for transit and road infrastructure. Though many of you will be coming to DC next week for the National Bike Summit, this is a great opportunity for other leaders and members of your organization not traveling to DC to participate in an important way. Working with our America Bikes partners, we encourage your organization to participate in a Virtual Lobby Day next Thursday. "Too often we take for granted the value of being able to bike and walk to work," said Blumenauer. "It's unfortunate that many communities don't have the infrastructure in place to make active and healthy forms of transportation more accessible. The ACT transportation grants will make it easier for people to get out of their vehicles and onto sidewalks or bikes, boosting both heart rates and community vitality." We thank Representative Blumenauer and the other original sponsors - Russ Carnahan (D-MO), Michael Capuano (D-MA), Steve Cohen (D-TN), Bob Filner (D-CA), Dan Lipinski (D-IL) and Jim Moran (D-VA) - for championing bicycling and walking. TAKE ACTION Given the timing of the bill's release, we have a unique opportunity to conduct a Virtual Lobby Day and present a strong and unified voice on Capitol Hill, Thursday, March 11th. In conjunction with the National Bike Summit we ask that you call your representative next Thursday at the same time that over 700 Summit participants will have in-person meetings in congressional offices. NEXT STEPS On Wednesday March 10th we'll send a second alert with a link to the League of American Bicyclists on-line action center where people can easily contact their representatives. We encourage you to use the talking points below to send your own alert encouraging your members to participate. TALKING POINTS Please call your representatives on March 11th to ask them to co-sponsor H.R.4722: "The Active Community Transportation Act." Tell Them: * Bicycling and walking are part of the solution. Half of all trips in the United States are three miles or less, yet the majority of these short trips are made by car. Shifting more of these short trips to biking and walking would not only reduce congestion, air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and our dependence on oil, but will also improve physical activity, safety, and livability. * Investing in bicycling and walking infrastructure works. Commuting by bicycle has increased 43 percent since 2000 - and by 69 percent in designated Bicycle Friendly Communities that have invested in infrastructure improvements. * Please co-sponsor the Active Community Transportation Act (H.R.4722). Thanks, Jeremy Grandstaff Member Services Director Alliance for Biking & Walking ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Share this email http://www.addthis.com/bookmark.php?v=250&pub=ctctproductstrategy&url=http:… Forward email http://ui.constantcontact.com/sa/fwtf.jsp?m=1102329622679&ea=director@posit… This email was sent to director(a)positivespin.org by jeremy(a)peoplepoweredmovement.org. 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Bike ed simulator
by director 03 Mar '10

03 Mar '10

Good morning, Not sure how I missed this when it came up last Fall, but thought some of you might be interested in it too. http://www.slashgear.com/honda-bicycle-simulator-injects-road-safety-fun-in… Est. price is $8500 Anyone heard any reviews? Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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Author
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Mar '10

03 Mar '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please select from the following list, articles that you would like to author for the Dominion Post and the blog at www.BikeMorgantown.com: 1. About Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board 2. City Receives Bicycling Educational Grant 3. Same Roads, Same Rights, Same rules 4. Riding a Bike in Traffic 5. Driving near Bicyclists 6. Bikes and Pedestrians 7. Biking for Children 8. Alternative approaches: Bike Lanes, Road Share 9. Civility on the Road 10. Green biking 11. Healthy Biking 12. Morgantown Bike Route 13. Biking in Other Cities 14. Biking around the world 15. Traffic Skills 101 16. Bike Trips around Morgantown 17. Positive Spin 18. Bike Groups in Morgantown (????) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. Biking for Parents 20. ABC Quick Check Starting in a few weeks, we will have regular, frequent, periodical articles published and we need Bicycle Board authors for them. If you don't like any of these, suggest a topic that you'd like to write about. Keep in mind that the goal is to improve behaviors and attitudes toward bicycling of everyone, including bicyclists, motorists and pedestrians in Morgantown. We will discuss these at tomorrow night's Bicycle Board meeting. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Agenda for this Thursday's meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Feb '10

28 Feb '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached a recommended agenda for this Thursday's (3/4) Bicycle Board meeting. Also attached are the minutes of our last meeting. At the meeting, we'll discuss National Bike Month. Please review this link: http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/bikemonth/pdf/national_bike_month_guide.p df before the meeting. It provides a plan that includes ideas for things we can do for Bike Month. Please reply if you would like any changes or additions to the agenda. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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MPO Ride
by Frank Gmeindl 26 Feb '10

26 Feb '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Don Dickerson, Hugh Kierig and Aira Burkhart for meeting with Bill Austin and me to develop a plan for the September 15 ride with representatives from WV's 7 MPOs, the WVDOT and WVDOH. The MPO Conference venue will be the Hotel Morgan. We recommended Marilla Park for the picnic. I recommended that Bill contact Ralph Larue, larue(a)boparc.org about renting the park and getting a beer permit. We recommended that the ride proceed from the Hotel Morgan up Monongahela Blvd. to Patteson Dr., over University Av., down Campus Dr., across Beechurst to the rail trail and the rail trail to Marilla. Attached is a cue sheet. (Can anybody put this on a map?) I agreed to check with Chip about conference attendees that don't bring bikes to rent them from him. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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FWD: CycleSafe Covered Bike Parking
by director 25 Feb '10

25 Feb '10

Good afternoon, Just received this from CycleSafe with new options for simple, sheltered outdoor bike parking. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Jennifer Carlson" <jcarlson(a)cyclesafe.com> Date: 25 Feb 2010 10:01:05 -0700 New From CycleSafe Provide on demand covered bike parking with options to customize and encourage community cycling with CyclePort Bicycle Shelters. Learn More! > Durability Basic unit features a sandstone finish composite canopy with polyester powder coat taupe finish and heavy gauge steel tubing. Custom colors available upon request.CyclePort / Staple Rack (2) Staple Racks, 4 Bike CapacityModularity CyclePort shelters offer site flexibility with 2-canopy or 3-canopy units that can be configured in many ways to meet site requirements and bike parking capacity.CyclePort / Vertical WallRack (2) Vertical Wallracks, 4 Bike CapacityProtection CyclePort shelters provide theft protection with the ability to secure both bike tire and frame. Bikes are protected from the elements with a structural canopy and optional side or rear panels.CyclePort / Hi-Density Rack (2) Hi-Density Racks, 8 Bike Capacity Sent By: CycleSafe Inc. P: (616) 954-9977 F: (616) 954-0290 info(a)cyclesafe.com Grand Rapids MI 49546 USA To view as a web page press on or copy this link into your browsers address bar https://sp2.actemarketing.com/speasapage.aspx?X=5M0WRQCSHV95V9ZS00Z0WE If you prefer not to receive future e-mails of this type, please copy to your browser or press on this link "http://sp2.actemarketing.com/SpeSupIt.aspx?X=5M0WRQCSHV95V9ZS00Z0WE&Addr=di…" to unsubscribe. -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-685-8954 --

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Re: [Bikeboard] Rail Trail Closure Letter to DP
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Feb '10

24 Feb '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Paul, Chet, Hugh, Derek, Don Spencer, Chip and Alice for feedback on the letter. Attached is a revision that addresses their recommended changes. Chip suggested that I wait until there are more cyclists on the road so I'm going to wait and ask the DP to publish it on March 14. Thanks again for your work on the Bicycle Board. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2010 7:27 AM To: 'Morgantown Bike Board' Subject: Rail Trail Closure Letter to DP Bicycle Board Members, What do you think of my sending the attached letter to the Dominion Post? I'm going to ask them to make it a separate column but it might end up just being a letter to the editor. I'd like to send it before the end of the week so I'd appreciate your earliest reply. Trail Closure Diverts Bikes to Boulevard Now that MUB has closed the Rail Trail more bicycles are using Beechurst, Mon Blvd. and Don Knotts Blvd. The law gives bicyclists the same right to the road as motorists. It also requires us to obey the same rules. If bicyclists drive their bicycles as vehicles and motorists treat cyclists as drivers of vehicles, everyone should fare well. The law also requires drivers to give safe space when passing: at least 3 feet; more when the motor vehicle is going much faster than the bicycle, for example climbing the hill on Mon Blvd. The City is negotiating with WVDOH to install a bike climbing lane on the east shoulder of Mon. Blvd. between Eighth St. and Evansdale Dr. but we won't see that for a while. Please treat bicyclists as drivers of vehicles but remember some may be going a bit slower with the spare tire they picked up over the winter. Frank Gmeindl League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructor Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board

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FW: WVDOH Road projects
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Feb '10

24 Feb '10

FYI From: Robinson, Bill C [mailto:Bill.C.Robinson@wv.gov] Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2010 6:47 AM To: Frank Gmeindl Subject: RE: WVDOH Road projects Oh, and Frank, any emphasis on shoulders on bridges isn't because we're trying to "shoo" bicycles onto the shoulders on bridges, it's just that we realize shoulders are an "escape" if the bicyclist is crowded or something goes wrong on the bridge while the bicyclist is mixed in with motorized traffic. From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2010 8:49 PM To: Robinson, Bill C Cc: 'Damien Davis'; 'Morgantown Bike Board'; 'Bill Foster'; 'kelly r williams' Subject: FW: WVDOH Road projects Bill, I checked with the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board and the Country Roads Cyclists bicycle club. Nobody knows of any planned events that will be using any of the three bridges. Can you say when work will be done on these bridges? If we knew when the bridges would be unavailable, we could plan alternative routes. I ride over the Basnettville bridge approximately 12 times each year. Approximately, 4 times, I'm leading a club ride that usually includes 3-8 cyclists. If I knew when that bridge would be out, I could reschedule the rides or find an alternate route. Since the work summaries include descriptions of the shoulders, I'm wondering if you wanted feedback on that. Shoulders are important for pedestrians and the wider the better. For cyclists, shoulders, particularly where the shoulder doesn't continue are typically not used. I would caution against enticing cyclists onto the shoulder when they might have to swerve back onto the roadway. Approximately 6.5% of all bicycle/motor vehicle crashes (http://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/ped_bike/docs/ctanbike.pdf) where caused by the cyclist swerving or turning left into the path of an overtaking motor vehicle. If you wouldn't send a motorcycle or other motor vehicle down the shoulder, it's probably a good idea not to send a bicycle down the shoulder. Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles. Is this useful to you? I hope I was able to give you what you need. Please don't hesitate to contact me to discuss this or other bicycle matters. Thank you for giving bicyclists consideration in these projects as well as all your work. I remain at your service, Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 9:24 PM To: Robinson, Bill C Subject: FW: WVDOH Road projects Bill, Damien Davis forwarded your message to me but even though my name appears in your address list, I did not receive your message directly. Could you please check to see if the address that you have is either fgmeindl(a)verizon.net or frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net ? Either should work. I have forwarded your message to the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board for comment. I will respond when I get their comments. Thanks for including me on your list! Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Damien Davis [mailto:ddavis@cityofmorgantown.org] Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 9:55 AM To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net Subject: FW: WVDOH Road projects Frank, FYI J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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 _____ From: Robinson, Bill C [mailto:Bill.C.Robinson@wv.gov] Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 9:46 AM To: Adam Stevens; Adventure Pursuit; Ann Conageski; Belomar MPO; Ben Stout; Betty Carver; Bill Foster; Bill Reger; Bob Plymale; Brieanne Salmons; Chris Craig; Chriss Gress; Christy Bailey; Connie Lupardus; Craig Lefevre; Damien Davis; David Layman; Dennis Strawn; Diane Ludwig; Don Spencer; Donna Printz; Doug Wayt; Drew Smithberger; Ella Belling; Eric Sandeno; Frank Gmeindl; Gil Willis; Grant Co. Development office; Harold Simmons; Huntington MPO; Jamie Fields; Jen Giovannetti; Jim Hudson; Joelle Ennis; John Fekete; John R. McGarrity; Jordan Cox; Justin Gaull; Keller, Perry J; Ken Dzaack; Kim Broughton; Kristy Blower; Laird Knight; Lewis, Ray C; Logan Mountain Bike Association, Inc.; Marc Glass; Mark Felton; Matt Marcus; Matt Sherald; Mike Gaspar; Mike Whitt; Morgantown MPO; Norm Bailey; Patricia Clay; Peggy Pings; Peggy Pings; Rebecca MacLeod; Region Eight PDC; Region Four PDC; Region I PDC; Region II PDC; Region Seven PDC; Regiona VI Planning Council; Richard Warner; Rob Pennington; Roger Lilly ; Ron Enders; Sharon Cruikshank; Stephen Graber; Susie Salisbury; Tim Meeks; West Virginia Mountain Bike Assoc.; WWW MPO Cc: Boggs, Steve D; Thornton, William S Subject: WVDOH Road projects Everyone - The following projects are upcoming WVDOH road work - please examine and let me know of any specific bicycle/pedestrian activities that you are aware of that would affect these projects: Marion Co. Basnettville Bridge S225-218-10.86 cid:image005.jpg@01CAAEEC.DDD3A370 Proposed bridge carries WV218 over Paw Paw Creek and is located 0.03 miles south of the intersection of WV 218 with marion Co. CR17. The proposed bridge is 100' in length, two 11' lanes, with no sidewalk and 2-3' shoulders. To provide accessibility and better bicycle/pedestrian accommodation, it is being discussed that the shoulders be expanded to 4'. McDowell Co. Bartley Branch Road Bridge S324-83/3-0.02 cid:image011.jpg@01CAAEEC.DDD3A370 Little or no shoulders on road, no accommodation is being recommended. Taylor Co. Bridge Street Bridge S246-9-0.02 cid:image012.jpg@01CAAEEC.DDD3A370 Location: carries Taylor County Route 9 over Three Fork Creek, CSX railroad and Front Street, approximately 0.02 miles east of the intersection of US119-CR 9. The proposed replacement bridge is approximately 450' in length and will have two 11' lanes with two 5' shoulders and a 5' sidewalk. Please return any comments to me as quickly as you can to facilitate the design schedule. Bill William C. Robinson State Trail Coordinator Progam Manager, Recreational Trails Program WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator Chairman, West Virginia Recreational Trails Advisory Board West Virginia Department of Transportation Division of Highways Program Planning and Administration Division 1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East Building 5, Room 863 Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430 (304)558-9615 Fax - (304)558-3783 bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov "The life of the artist is, in relation to his work, stern and lonely. He has labored hard, often amid depravation, to perfect his skill. He has turned aside from quick success in order to strip his vision of everything secondary or cheapening. His working life is marked by intense application and intense discipline." - John F. Kennedy, 1962

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FW: WVDOH Road projects
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Feb '10

24 Feb '10

FYI From: Robinson, Bill C [mailto:Bill.C.Robinson@wv.gov] Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2010 6:43 AM To: Frank Gmeindl Subject: RE: WVDOH Road projects Frank - Thanks for the suggestions - several people have asked for other info such as daily traffic count and posted speed. As I go along, I will try to incorporate these suggestions into future postings. Bill From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2010 8:49 PM To: Robinson, Bill C Cc: 'Damien Davis'; 'Morgantown Bike Board'; 'Bill Foster'; 'kelly r williams' Subject: FW: WVDOH Road projects Bill, I checked with the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board and the Country Roads Cyclists bicycle club. Nobody knows of any planned events that will be using any of the three bridges. Can you say when work will be done on these bridges? If we knew when the bridges would be unavailable, we could plan alternative routes. I ride over the Basnettville bridge approximately 12 times each year. Approximately, 4 times, I'm leading a club ride that usually includes 3-8 cyclists. If I knew when that bridge would be out, I could reschedule the rides or find an alternate route. Since the work summaries include descriptions of the shoulders, I'm wondering if you wanted feedback on that. Shoulders are important for pedestrians and the wider the better. For cyclists, shoulders, particularly where the shoulder doesn't continue are typically not used. I would caution against enticing cyclists onto the shoulder when they might have to swerve back onto the roadway. Approximately 6.5% of all bicycle/motor vehicle crashes (http://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/ped_bike/docs/ctanbike.pdf) where caused by the cyclist swerving or turning left into the path of an overtaking motor vehicle. If you wouldn't send a motorcycle or other motor vehicle down the shoulder, it's probably a good idea not to send a bicycle down the shoulder. Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles. Is this useful to you? I hope I was able to give you what you need. Please don't hesitate to contact me to discuss this or other bicycle matters. Thank you for giving bicyclists consideration in these projects as well as all your work. I remain at your service, Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 9:24 PM To: Robinson, Bill C Subject: FW: WVDOH Road projects Bill, Damien Davis forwarded your message to me but even though my name appears in your address list, I did not receive your message directly. Could you please check to see if the address that you have is either fgmeindl(a)verizon.net or frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net ? Either should work. I have forwarded your message to the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board for comment. I will respond when I get their comments. Thanks for including me on your list! Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Damien Davis [mailto:ddavis@cityofmorgantown.org] Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 9:55 AM To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net Subject: FW: WVDOH Road projects Frank, FYI J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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 _____ From: Robinson, Bill C [mailto:Bill.C.Robinson@wv.gov] Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 9:46 AM To: Adam Stevens; Adventure Pursuit; Ann Conageski; Belomar MPO; Ben Stout; Betty Carver; Bill Foster; Bill Reger; Bob Plymale; Brieanne Salmons; Chris Craig; Chriss Gress; Christy Bailey; Connie Lupardus; Craig Lefevre; Damien Davis; David Layman; Dennis Strawn; Diane Ludwig; Don Spencer; Donna Printz; Doug Wayt; Drew Smithberger; Ella Belling; Eric Sandeno; Frank Gmeindl; Gil Willis; Grant Co. Development office; Harold Simmons; Huntington MPO; Jamie Fields; Jen Giovannetti; Jim Hudson; Joelle Ennis; John Fekete; John R. McGarrity; Jordan Cox; Justin Gaull; Keller, Perry J; Ken Dzaack; Kim Broughton; Kristy Blower; Laird Knight; Lewis, Ray C; Logan Mountain Bike Association, Inc.; Marc Glass; Mark Felton; Matt Marcus; Matt Sherald; Mike Gaspar; Mike Whitt; Morgantown MPO; Norm Bailey; Patricia Clay; Peggy Pings; Peggy Pings; Rebecca MacLeod; Region Eight PDC; Region Four PDC; Region I PDC; Region II PDC; Region Seven PDC; Regiona VI Planning Council; Richard Warner; Rob Pennington; Roger Lilly ; Ron Enders; Sharon Cruikshank; Stephen Graber; Susie Salisbury; Tim Meeks; West Virginia Mountain Bike Assoc.; WWW MPO Cc: Boggs, Steve D; Thornton, William S Subject: WVDOH Road projects Everyone - The following projects are upcoming WVDOH road work - please examine and let me know of any specific bicycle/pedestrian activities that you are aware of that would affect these projects: Marion Co. Basnettville Bridge S225-218-10.86 cid:image005.jpg@01CAAEEC.DDD3A370 Proposed bridge carries WV218 over Paw Paw Creek and is located 0.03 miles south of the intersection of WV 218 with marion Co. CR17. The proposed bridge is 100' in length, two 11' lanes, with no sidewalk and 2-3' shoulders. To provide accessibility and better bicycle/pedestrian accommodation, it is being discussed that the shoulders be expanded to 4'. McDowell Co. Bartley Branch Road Bridge S324-83/3-0.02 cid:image011.jpg@01CAAEEC.DDD3A370 Little or no shoulders on road, no accommodation is being recommended. Taylor Co. Bridge Street Bridge S246-9-0.02 cid:image012.jpg@01CAAEEC.DDD3A370 Location: carries Taylor County Route 9 over Three Fork Creek, CSX railroad and Front Street, approximately 0.02 miles east of the intersection of US119-CR 9. The proposed replacement bridge is approximately 450' in length and will have two 11' lanes with two 5' shoulders and a 5' sidewalk. Please return any comments to me as quickly as you can to facilitate the design schedule. Bill William C. Robinson State Trail Coordinator Progam Manager, Recreational Trails Program WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator Chairman, West Virginia Recreational Trails Advisory Board West Virginia Department of Transportation Division of Highways Program Planning and Administration Division 1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East Building 5, Room 863 Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430 (304)558-9615 Fax - (304)558-3783 bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov "The life of the artist is, in relation to his work, stern and lonely. He has labored hard, often amid depravation, to perfect his skill. He has turned aside from quick success in order to strip his vision of everything secondary or cheapening. His working life is marked by intense application and intense discipline." - John F. Kennedy, 1962

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FW: WVDOH Road projects
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Feb '10

23 Feb '10

Bill, I checked with the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board and the Country Roads Cyclists bicycle club. Nobody knows of any planned events that will be using any of the three bridges. Can you say when work will be done on these bridges? If we knew when the bridges would be unavailable, we could plan alternative routes. I ride over the Basnettville bridge approximately 12 times each year. Approximately, 4 times, I'm leading a club ride that usually includes 3-8 cyclists. If I knew when that bridge would be out, I could reschedule the rides or find an alternate route. Since the work summaries include descriptions of the shoulders, I'm wondering if you wanted feedback on that. Shoulders are important for pedestrians and the wider the better. For cyclists, shoulders, particularly where the shoulder doesn't continue are typically not used. I would caution against enticing cyclists onto the shoulder when they might have to swerve back onto the roadway. Approximately 6.5% of all bicycle/motor vehicle crashes (http://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/ped_bike/docs/ctanbike.pdf) where caused by the cyclist swerving or turning left into the path of an overtaking motor vehicle. If you wouldn't send a motorcycle or other motor vehicle down the shoulder, it's probably a good idea not to send a bicycle down the shoulder. Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles. Is this useful to you? I hope I was able to give you what you need. Please don't hesitate to contact me to discuss this or other bicycle matters. Thank you for giving bicyclists consideration in these projects as well as all your work. I remain at your service, Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 9:24 PM To: Robinson, Bill C Subject: FW: WVDOH Road projects Bill, Damien Davis forwarded your message to me but even though my name appears in your address list, I did not receive your message directly. Could you please check to see if the address that you have is either fgmeindl(a)verizon.net or frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net ? Either should work. I have forwarded your message to the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board for comment. I will respond when I get their comments. Thanks for including me on your list! Frank D. Gmeindl LCI #1703 Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board 491 Wilson Avenue Morgantown, WV 26501 304-376-0446 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Damien Davis [mailto:ddavis@cityofmorgantown.org] Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 9:55 AM To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net Subject: FW: WVDOH Road projects Frank, FYI J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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 _____ From: Robinson, Bill C [mailto:Bill.C.Robinson@wv.gov] Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 9:46 AM To: Adam Stevens; Adventure Pursuit; Ann Conageski; Belomar MPO; Ben Stout; Betty Carver; Bill Foster; Bill Reger; Bob Plymale; Brieanne Salmons; Chris Craig; Chriss Gress; Christy Bailey; Connie Lupardus; Craig Lefevre; Damien Davis; David Layman; Dennis Strawn; Diane Ludwig; Don Spencer; Donna Printz; Doug Wayt; Drew Smithberger; Ella Belling; Eric Sandeno; Frank Gmeindl; Gil Willis; Grant Co. Development office; Harold Simmons; Huntington MPO; Jamie Fields; Jen Giovannetti; Jim Hudson; Joelle Ennis; John Fekete; John R. McGarrity; Jordan Cox; Justin Gaull; Keller, Perry J; Ken Dzaack; Kim Broughton; Kristy Blower; Laird Knight; Lewis, Ray C; Logan Mountain Bike Association, Inc.; Marc Glass; Mark Felton; Matt Marcus; Matt Sherald; Mike Gaspar; Mike Whitt; Morgantown MPO; Norm Bailey; Patricia Clay; Peggy Pings; Peggy Pings; Rebecca MacLeod; Region Eight PDC; Region Four PDC; Region I PDC; Region II PDC; Region Seven PDC; Regiona VI Planning Council; Richard Warner; Rob Pennington; Roger Lilly ; Ron Enders; Sharon Cruikshank; Stephen Graber; Susie Salisbury; Tim Meeks; West Virginia Mountain Bike Assoc.; WWW MPO Cc: Boggs, Steve D; Thornton, William S Subject: WVDOH Road projects Everyone - The following projects are upcoming WVDOH road work - please examine and let me know of any specific bicycle/pedestrian activities that you are aware of that would affect these projects: Marion Co. Basnettville Bridge S225-218-10.86 cid:image005.jpg@01CAAEEC.DDD3A370 Proposed bridge carries WV218 over Paw Paw Creek and is located 0.03 miles south of the intersection of WV 218 with marion Co. CR17. The proposed bridge is 100' in length, two 11' lanes, with no sidewalk and 2-3' shoulders. To provide accessibility and better bicycle/pedestrian accommodation, it is being discussed that the shoulders be expanded to 4'. McDowell Co. Bartley Branch Road Bridge S324-83/3-0.02 cid:image011.jpg@01CAAEEC.DDD3A370 Little or no shoulders on road, no accommodation is being recommended. Taylor Co. Bridge Street Bridge S246-9-0.02 cid:image012.jpg@01CAAEEC.DDD3A370 Location: carries Taylor County Route 9 over Three Fork Creek, CSX railroad and Front Street, approximately 0.02 miles east of the intersection of US119-CR 9. The proposed replacement bridge is approximately 450' in length and will have two 11' lanes with two 5' shoulders and a 5' sidewalk. Please return any comments to me as quickly as you can to facilitate the design schedule. Bill William C. Robinson State Trail Coordinator Progam Manager, Recreational Trails Program WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator Chairman, West Virginia Recreational Trails Advisory Board West Virginia Department of Transportation Division of Highways Program Planning and Administration Division 1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East Building 5, Room 863 Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430 (304)558-9615 Fax - (304)558-3783 bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov "The life of the artist is, in relation to his work, stern and lonely. He has labored hard, often amid depravation, to perfect his skill. He has turned aside from quick success in order to strip his vision of everything secondary or cheapening. His working life is marked by intense application and intense discipline." - John F. Kennedy, 1962

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Bike sharing in Mexico City
by director 23 Feb '10

23 Feb '10

Good morning, This article was on Tree-hugger this morning. It's particularly interesting because the city took on infrastructure improvement to make it possible. http://www.treehugger.com/files/2010/02/ecobici-official-bike-sharing-progr… Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-s685-8954 --

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Re: [Bikeboard] Rail Trail Closure Letter to DP
by Chet Parsons 23 Feb '10

23 Feb '10

Frank - I like the idea of sending the letter. My one suggestion would be to change the reference of the climbing lane from "east side" to "hillside" or "opposite the river" - something that even the geographically challenged might understand. Thanks for writing it! Chet On Tue, Feb 23, 2010 at 7:26 AM, Frank Gmeindl <frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net>wrote: > Bicycle Board Members, > > > > What do you think of my sending the attached letter to the *Dominion Post*? > I’m going to ask them to make it a separate column but it might end up just > being a letter to the editor. > > > > I’d like to send it before the end of the week so I’d appreciate your > earliest reply. > > > > Trail Closure Diverts Bikes to Boulevard > > Now that MUB has closed the Rail Trail more bicycles are using Beechurst, > Mon Blvd. and Don Knotts Blvd. > > The law gives bicyclists the same right to the road as motorists. It also > requires us to obey the same rules. If bicyclists drive their bicycles as > vehicles and motorists treat cyclists as drivers of vehicles, everyone > should fare well. > > The law also requires drivers to give safe space when passing: at least 3 > feet; more when the motor vehicle is going much faster than the bicycle, for > example climbing the hill on Mon Blvd. > > The City is negotiating with WVDOH to install a bike climbing lane on the > east shoulder of Mon. Blvd. between Eighth St. and Evansdale Dr. but we > won’t see that for a while. > > Please treat bicyclists as drivers of vehicles but remember some may be > going a bit slower with the spare tire they picked up over the winter. > > > > Frank Gmeindl > > League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructor > > Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >

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Rail Trail Closure Letter to DP
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Feb '10

23 Feb '10

Bicycle Board Members, What do you think of my sending the attached letter to the Dominion Post? I'm going to ask them to make it a separate column but it might end up just being a letter to the editor. I'd like to send it before the end of the week so I'd appreciate your earliest reply. Trail Closure Diverts Bikes to Boulevard Now that MUB has closed the Rail Trail more bicycles are using Beechurst, Mon Blvd. and Don Knotts Blvd. The law gives bicyclists the same right to the road as motorists. It also requires us to obey the same rules. If bicyclists drive their bicycles as vehicles and motorists treat cyclists as drivers of vehicles, everyone should fare well. The law also requires drivers to give safe space when passing: at least 3 feet; more when the motor vehicle is going much faster than the bicycle, for example climbing the hill on Mon Blvd. The City is negotiating with WVDOH to install a bike climbing lane on the east shoulder of Mon. Blvd. between Eighth St. and Evansdale Dr. but we won't see that for a while. Please treat bicyclists as drivers of vehicles but remember some may be going a bit slower with the spare tire they picked up over the winter. Frank Gmeindl League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructor Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board

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B is our logo
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Feb '10

20 Feb '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thank you for your prompt votes for the logo. As of 10 am Saturday morning, we have a conclusive majority of votes for B. We will proceed with it. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:frank.gmeindl@comcast.net] Sent: Friday, February 19, 2010 9:56 AM To: 'Morgantown Bike Board' Subject: URGENT: Please Reply Now! Please reply: A or B. Attached are two files: A and B. They show two logos. Please reply and say which one you favor. Thanks to Aira, Chip, Eleonore Jones and Gary Rodosta for working so diligently to make a logo. We've arrived at two and need to decide on one. The key difference between the logos is the representation of the bicyclist but the font style and other graphics including the "M", the skyline, the shading, etc. are all factors that we've considered. Please reply just to me. I will tally the vote. If there's a tie, I will select by flipping a coin. Keep in mind that the logo will be used on anything we produce from as big as billboards to as small as correspondence documents and in media including web site, facebook, twitter, billboards and paper. Voting will be open until next Thursday. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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URGENT: Please Reply Now!
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Feb '10

19 Feb '10

Please reply: A or B. Attached are two files: A and B. They show two logos. Please reply and say which one you favor. Thanks to Aira, Chip, Eleonore Jones and Gary Rodosta for working so diligently to make a logo. We've arrived at two and need to decide on one. The key difference between the logos is the representation of the bicyclist but the font style and other graphics including the "M", the skyline, the shading, etc. are all factors that we've considered. Please reply just to me. I will tally the vote. If there's a tie, I will select by flipping a coin. Keep in mind that the logo will be used on anything we produce from as big as billboards to as small as correspondence documents and in media including web site, facebook, twitter, billboards and paper. Voting will be open until next Thursday. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] Destinations to show on Morgantown Bi...
by director 17 Feb '10

17 Feb '10

Good morning, I made the following additions to the list. I added Positive Spin because our focus is on getting people started biking who can't afford to otherwise - and lot's of them are new to town and have trouble finding us. I added the community centers because these are places where many of our customers need to go. Hope this helps, Nick Bike shops Positive Spin (added by Nick Hein) Community Centers (added by Nick Hein) Rock Forge Neighborhood House Scott's Run Neighborhood House The Shack Wiles Hill Senior Center Mon Senior Center (Mountaineer Mall) Bartlett House Christian Help Friendship Room ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: fgmeindl(a)gmail.com Date: Wed, 17 Feb 2010 01:52:48 +0000 >I've shared a document with you: > >Destinations to show on Morgantown Bi... >https://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AbMUwYEF9kqZZGd0c2czOGZfMGNtZG5uOGd0&hl=… > >It's not an attachment -- it's stored online at Google Docs. To open this >document, just click the link above. > >Please click on the link and add or subtract destinations that you think >should be on the Bike Route map. > >Derek, Ryan Post and I met tonight to complete the list. We did the best >we could. Now, it's up to you. > >(If you tried to edit the list before and had trouble, that's probably my >fault... just learning Google docs. You should be able to just click on >the link and edit the doc now without signing in.) > >Frank > > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-s685-8954 --

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Destinations to show on Morgantown Bi...
by fgmeindl＠gmail.com 16 Feb '10

16 Feb '10

I've shared a document with you: Destinations to show on Morgantown Bi... https://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AbMUwYEF9kqZZGd0c2czOGZfMGNtZG5uOGd0&hl=… It's not an attachment -- it's stored online at Google Docs. To open this document, just click the link above. Please click on the link and add or subtract destinations that you think should be on the Bike Route map. Derek, Ryan Post and I met tonight to complete the list. We did the best we could. Now, it's up to you. (If you tried to edit the list before and had trouble, that's probably my fault... just learning Google docs. You should be able to just click on the link and edit the doc now without signing in.) Frank

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FW: WVDOH Road projects
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Feb '10

16 Feb '10

Bicycle Board Members, Any comments that I should pass on to Bill Robinson on these 3 bridge projects? Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Robinson, Bill C [mailto:Bill.C.Robinson@wv.gov] Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 9:46 AM To: Adam Stevens; Adventure Pursuit; Ann Conageski; Belomar MPO; Ben Stout; Betty Carver; Bill Foster; Bill Reger; Bob Plymale; Brieanne Salmons; Chris Craig; Chriss Gress; Christy Bailey; Connie Lupardus; Craig Lefevre; Damien Davis; David Layman; Dennis Strawn; Diane Ludwig; Don Spencer; Donna Printz; Doug Wayt; Drew Smithberger; Ella Belling; Eric Sandeno; Frank Gmeindl; Gil Willis; Grant Co. Development office; Harold Simmons; Huntington MPO; Jamie Fields; Jen Giovannetti; Jim Hudson; Joelle Ennis; John Fekete; John R. McGarrity; Jordan Cox; Justin Gaull; Keller, Perry J; Ken Dzaack; Kim Broughton; Kristy Blower; Laird Knight; Lewis, Ray C; Logan Mountain Bike Association, Inc.; Marc Glass; Mark Felton; Matt Marcus; Matt Sherald; Mike Gaspar; Mike Whitt; Morgantown MPO; Norm Bailey; Patricia Clay; Peggy Pings; Peggy Pings; Rebecca MacLeod; Region Eight PDC; Region Four PDC; Region I PDC; Region II PDC; Region Seven PDC; Regiona VI Planning Council; Richard Warner; Rob Pennington; Roger Lilly ; Ron Enders; Sharon Cruikshank; Stephen Graber; Susie Salisbury; Tim Meeks; West Virginia Mountain Bike Assoc.; WWW MPO Cc: Boggs, Steve D; Thornton, William S Subject: WVDOH Road projects Everyone - The following projects are upcoming WVDOH road work - please examine and let me know of any specific bicycle/pedestrian activities that you are aware of that would affect these projects: Marion Co. Basnettville Bridge S225-218-10.86 Proposed bridge carries WV218 over Paw Paw Creek and is located 0.03 miles south of the intersection of WV 218 with marion Co. CR17. The proposed bridge is 100' in length, two 11' lanes, with no sidewalk and 2-3' shoulders. To provide accessibility and better bicycle/pedestrian accommodation, it is being discussed that the shoulders be expanded to 4'. McDowell Co. Bartley Branch Road Bridge S324-83/3-0.02 Little or no shoulders on road, no accommodation is being recommended. Taylor Co. Bridge Street Bridge S246-9-0.02 Location: carries Taylor County Route 9 over Three Fork Creek, CSX railroad and Front Street, approximately 0.02 miles east of the intersection of US119-CR 9. The proposed replacement bridge is approximately 450' in length and will have two 11' lanes with two 5' shoulders and a 5' sidewalk. Please return any comments to me as quickly as you can to facilitate the design schedule. Bill William C. Robinson State Trail Coordinator Progam Manager, Recreational Trails Program WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator Chairman, West Virginia Recreational Trails Advisory Board West Virginia Department of Transportation Division of Highways Program Planning and Administration Division 1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East Building 5, Room 863 Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430 (304)558-9615 Fax - (304)558-3783 bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov "The life of the artist is, in relation to his work, stern and lonely. He has labored hard, often amid depravation, to perfect his skill. He has turned aside from quick success in order to strip his vision of everything secondary or cheapening. His working life is marked by intense application and intense discipline." - John F. Kennedy, 1962

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Bike Route Map Meeting (2-16-10)
by guitardeek＠hotmail.com 15 Feb '10

15 Feb '10

Hey guys, We're having another Bike Route Meeting tomorrow night. The PSC Training Room is reserved for tomorrow night, Tuesday, 2/16, 5:30-6:30 pm. Please come if you can make it. If the snow gets to be too much again, we may cancel. I understand we could get between 6-12 inches by tomorrow! Derek Derek Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless device from U.S. Cellular

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Fwd: February minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 08 Feb '10

08 Feb '10

Attached, please find the February minutes of the Bicycle Board. Thank you, BETSY

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Destinations for Bike Route map
by fgmeindl＠gmail.com 06 Feb '10

06 Feb '10

I've shared a document with you: Destinations to show on Morgantown Bi... http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AbMUwYEF9kqZZGd0c2czOGZfMGNtZG5uOGd0&hl=e… It's not an attachment -- it's stored online at Google Docs. To open this document, just click the link above. Bicycle Board Members, I have created a Google Doc listing destinations that should be on the Morgantown Bicycle Route map. Please add destinations that you think should be on there. Be specific. Frank

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Bike Route Map Meeting...
by Derek Springston 05 Feb '10

05 Feb '10

Hey guys, I'm scheduling another Bike Route Map meeting in about a week and a half. The following evenings work for me. Monday February 15th- anytime after approx. 5:30 Tuesday February 16th- anytime after approx. 5:30 Please let me know ASAP if you CAN or CAN'T attend, so we can reserve a room somewhere. If at least 2 or 3 Also, please take your Bike Route Map that I've emailed and mark any destinations (hotels, restaurants, etc) that you feel should be added to the map. If you have time to ride some of the routes, please do and mark any steep sections, one-way streets, or roads in poor condition (gravel sections, potholes, etc). We need your input. Thanks, ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Powerful Free email with security by Microsoft. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/201469230/direct/01/

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Confident City Cycling 2/13
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Feb '10

05 Feb '10

Bicycle Board Members, For those of you that have not completed the Traffic Skills 101 course, if you want to complete the on-line course at http://www.bikeed.org and then do the hands on part at the Coliseum and on local roads, I will schedule the Coliseum for Saturday, February 13, 2010 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. We will meet at the Coliseum Room 252, learn and practice crash avoidance maneuvers in the parking lot and then practice traffic skills in. traffic! Please reply ASAP. If another date would suit you better, let me know. Also, I'm conducting the full live course here in Morgantown Sat. 2/27 8:30 am - 4:30 pm and Sun. 2/28 8:30 am - Noon and you're welcome to participate. I currently have 4 likely participants so have room for up to 2 more. This should be an interesting class because at least 3 of the participants are taking the course so they can then attend the League Cycling Instructor (LCI) seminar to become LCIs. That means they'll probably bring much knowledge with them to share. They're from Parkersburg, Wheeling and Erie. Frank Gmeindl LCI #1703 Morgantown, WV Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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FW: MPO Conference Bike Ride
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Feb '10

02 Feb '10

Bicycle Board Members, Anyone interested in leading a ride for the participants of the Statewide MPO conference in September? There are 7 MPOs in the state. They make the transportation plans for the state's metropolitan areas. Getting them focused on cycling could have an impact across the state. Their home base is the Hotel Morgan. County parks listed at http://www.boparc.org/parksfacilities/index.php that might be worth considering include: Krepps Park White Park Marilla Park Whitemoore Park and Trails King Street Park Jack Roberts Park Hazel Ruby-McQuain Riverfront Park South University Avenue Park Jerome Park Caperton Trail Deckers Creek Trail MEA Fishing Pier Mylan Park at Chaplin Hill Dorsey's Knob Park featuring Sky Rock White Park Trails Beer? Let me know if you're interested in doing something with this. I'll organize those interested. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] Sent: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 11:26 AM To: frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net Subject: MPO Conference Bike Ride Frank, We are now in the stages of planning the MPO Conference Bike Ride. The ride should take place the evening of either Tuesday 9/21 or Wednesday 9/23. My initial thought is that maybe we could have a ride to the MPO Conference picnic tentatively scheduled the evening of the 23rd. I have not selected a site for the picnic but I thought that a county park would be appropriate-if they allow beer. Please let me know your thoughts particularly on the potential location. Thanks, Bill Austin, AICP Executive Director Morgantown Monongalia MPO 180 Hart Field Road Morgantown, WVA 26508 304-291-9571 304-692-7225 Mobile

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Report to TC and this Thursday's BB agenda
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Feb '10

01 Feb '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, 2 documents: 1. The January Bicycle Board Report to the Traffic Commission. Please review and let me know if I missed anything or should make any changes. I should send this to the TC secretary today. 2. A suggested agenda for this Thursday's (2/4) regular monthly Bicycle Board meeting. Please let me know if you want to change anything. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Address change
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Jan '10

28 Jan '10

Dear Friend, I have changed my e-mail address from fgmeindl(a)verizon.net to frank.gmeindl(a)comcast.net . Please update your address book. I look forward to continued communications with you! Best wishes! Frank Gmeindl

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Press Release: Investing in Biking and Walking Could Save Lives Says Report
by director 28 Jan '10

28 Jan '10

Good afternoon, I just received notice about the new 2010 biking/walking benchmarking report. It will have data that might help support the forum presentation tonite. In particular it notes that: (Jeff Miller) says, "our data show that increasing investment in biking and walking could lead to more people biking and walking. The more people bike and walk, the safer it is and the healthier the community. It's a virtuous cycle." Report: http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/C529 Highlight sheet: http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/images/uploads/2010_Benchmarking_… Hope this helps. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-s685-8954 --

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Re: [Bikeboard] SLM research
by Derek Springston 28 Jan '10

28 Jan '10

Frank, As you requested, here is a copy of the latest Bike Route Map with no aerials. When I took the aerials out, the file shrinks from 53MB to 1.2MB! I've copied everyone else on this map. Frank is planning on riding the routes we've chosen to field verify them and compile areas that may be steep, have a preferred direction, one-way streets, areas with gravel, poor road conditions, etc. Please, if you have time, print this out and do the same. When I receive enough feedback or we ride all of the routes, we'll schedule a meeting to compile our additions. Again, if you need a printed copy of this map, let me know. I can print a few at work, but not too many. Frank, Jim Rye, Will Ravenscroft, Hugh Kierig may also be able to help with printing. Thanks, ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells From: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net To: guitardeek(a)hotmail.com; jbedard(a)mix.wvu.edu Subject: RE: SLM research Date: Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:55:12 -0500 Derek, I don’t have the software to open your attached files. I don’t even know what software that would be but I’d like to know just out of curiosity. Sort of on another topic, Derek, how much trouble would it be to give me the bike route map that is just the streets, street names, bike route and streams? i.e. remove the trees. I’d like to be able to print something inexpensive, probably in black and white that I’d be able to ride with. I want to ride the bike route. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Derek Springston [mailto:guitardeek@hotmail.com] Sent: Monday, January 25, 2010 1:00 PM To: Janel Bedard Cc: Frank Gmeindl Subject: RE: SLM research Janel and Frank, I've attached the following files, which are in NAD_1983_UTM_Zone_17N projection below: SLM_points.shp Bike_routes_2010_01_07.shp roads_USCensus_032008_utm83_MonCo.shp The aerials you'll need will be: Morgantown North NE, NW, SE, and SW Morgantown South NE, NW, SE, and SW Osage SE Rivesville_NE Let me know if you already have the aerials or can download them quickly. I know you'll be able to download quickly at WVU. If you need I can get you a CD, but you can probably download quicker than I can deliver a CD! ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells From: jbedard(a)mix.wvu.edu To: guitardeek(a)hotmail.com Date: Sun, 24 Jan 2010 00:43:44 -0500 Subject: Re: SLM research Derek, I had a meeting with Frank and we think it would be valuable to look at the SLM map and the bike route map ad compare them. We are not asking you to do this... I was wondering if I could get copy of the GIS maps or at least just some of the layers and then I can put them on top of eachother an look at them. What version of GIS do you use? I will be using what is at school and I do not know what version it is so I will need to check. Let me know if tis will be possible. Also if you are able to put the data on a cd I will come and get it from you. -janel On 01/20/10, guitardeek(a)hotmail.com wrote: Janel, I've attempted contacting all 5 cities I agreed upon for the SLM research and have only received response from 3 of the cities. Of those three, I'm having difficulty getting much info. Did all of these cities do an SLM study? Austin says they're still in the middle of their study. Chicago said they didn't do a study but used the San Francisco study. And I think I still need some data from Pittsburgh. I'll try again today to contact all of these folks. Derek Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless device from U.S. Cellular Hotmail: Free, trusted and rich email service. Get it now. _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/196390707/direct/01/

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Re: [Bikeboard] SLM research
by Derek Springston 27 Jan '10

27 Jan '10

Frank, As you requested, here is a copy of the latest Bike Route Map with no aerials. When I took the aerials out, the file shrinks from 53MB to 1.2MB! I've copied everyone else on this map. Frank is planning on riding the routes we've chosen to field verify them and compile areas that may be steep, have a preferred direction, one-way streets, areas with gravel, poor road conditions, etc. Please, if you have time, print this out and do the same. When I receive enough feedback or we ride all of the routes, we'll schedule a meeting to compile our additions. Again, if you need a printed copy of this map, let me know. I can print a few at work, but not too many. Frank, Jim Rye, Will Ravenscroft, Hugh Kierig may also be able to help with printing. Thanks, ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells From: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net To: guitardeek(a)hotmail.com; jbedard(a)mix.wvu.edu Subject: RE: SLM research Date: Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:55:12 -0500 Derek, I don’t have the software to open your attached files. I don’t even know what software that would be but I’d like to know just out of curiosity. Sort of on another topic, Derek, how much trouble would it be to give me the bike route map that is just the streets, street names, bike route and streams? i.e. remove the trees. I’d like to be able to print something inexpensive, probably in black and white that I’d be able to ride with. I want to ride the bike route. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Derek Springston [mailto:guitardeek@hotmail.com] Sent: Monday, January 25, 2010 1:00 PM To: Janel Bedard Cc: Frank Gmeindl Subject: RE: SLM research Janel and Frank, I've attached the following files, which are in NAD_1983_UTM_Zone_17N projection below: SLM_points.shp Bike_routes_2010_01_07.shp roads_USCensus_032008_utm83_MonCo.shp The aerials you'll need will be: Morgantown North NE, NW, SE, and SW Morgantown South NE, NW, SE, and SW Osage SE Rivesville_NE Let me know if you already have the aerials or can download them quickly. I know you'll be able to download quickly at WVU. If you need I can get you a CD, but you can probably download quicker than I can deliver a CD! ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells From: jbedard(a)mix.wvu.edu To: guitardeek(a)hotmail.com Date: Sun, 24 Jan 2010 00:43:44 -0500 Subject: Re: SLM research Derek, I had a meeting with Frank and we think it would be valuable to look at the SLM map and the bike route map ad compare them. We are not asking you to do this... I was wondering if I could get copy of the GIS maps or at least just some of the layers and then I can put them on top of eachother an look at them. What version of GIS do you use? I will be using what is at school and I do not know what version it is so I will need to check. Let me know if tis will be possible. Also if you are able to put the data on a cd I will come and get it from you. -janel On 01/20/10, guitardeek(a)hotmail.com wrote: Janel, I've attempted contacting all 5 cities I agreed upon for the SLM research and have only received response from 3 of the cities. Of those three, I'm having difficulty getting much info. Did all of these cities do an SLM study? Austin says they're still in the middle of their study. Chicago said they didn't do a study but used the San Francisco study. And I think I still need some data from Pittsburgh. I'll try again today to contact all of these folks. Derek Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless device from U.S. Cellular Hotmail: Free, trusted and rich email service. Get it now. _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Free, trusted and rich email service. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/196390708/direct/01/

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Sidewalks
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Jan '10

24 Jan '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please see attached flyer. Go to the Public Forum January 28, 6:30-8:30 PM at South Middle School. The Pedestrian Safety Board has been working on improving the pedestrian infrastructure for Morgantown. They developed a Pedestrian Safety Plan, which focuses on improving the walkability of Morgantown. Copies of the draft plan are available at the bottom of the following link: http://www.morgantown.com/ped-safety-board.htm . The more we move people out of their individual cars and on to the sidewalks, bicycles, PRT, and busses, the safer and healthier will be our city and its residents. We need resources to make that happen. They have asked the Morgantown City Council to pass a Walkway, Walkway Lighting, and Traffic Calming Fee, which will be $1 annually per frontage foot of their property. Thus, if one has a lot that is 50 feet wide, they will pay $50 annually. These monies will amount to approximately $1,000,000 annually for sidewalks, lighting, and traffic calming. Their projections are that they need $32 million to address existing problems. The Morgantown City Council will probably vote on this fee in their February meeting. Generally, they are receptive to the issues and the fee, but the Pedestrian Safety Board needs support at the January 28 meeting to demonstrate to City Council that the Pedestrian Safety Plan has support. Bill Reger-Nash has four requests: 1) He would ask that you encourage others to attend the Public Hearing at South Middle School at 6:30 pm on January 28 2) Please sign the petition supporting the fee, which can be found at http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/mgwpedplan/ 3) Contact city council members asking them to support the Walkway, Walkway Lighting, and Traffic Calming Fee. Ideally they should be contacted prior to January 28. Email addresses of City Council (including Mayor Byrne): baner <mailto:baner@rcbhsc.wvu.edu> @rcbhsc.wvu. <mailto:baner@rcbhsc.wvu.edu> edu; jgaddis <mailto:jgaddis@gaddisconsulting.com> @gaddisconsulting.com <mailto:jgaddis@gaddisconsulting.com> ; charliebyrer <mailto:charliebyrer@gmail.com> @gmail.com <mailto:charliebyrer@gmail.com> ; jselin <mailto:jselin@hotmail.com> @hotmail.com <mailto:jselin@hotmail.com> ; martishamberger <mailto:martishamberger@comcast.net> @comcast.net <mailto:martishamberger@comcast.net> ; bill(a)byrnehedges.com; dspencer36 <mailto:dspencer36@comcast.net> @comcast.net <mailto:dspencer36@comcast.net> Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Response to WVDOT position on bike lane
by Frank Gmeindl 22 Jan '10

22 Jan '10

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Hugh, gunnar, Marilyn, Jim, Chip and Don for attending the special meeting last night to address the WVDOT's position on the Mon Blvd. climbing bike lane. Attached is a draft response to their position. Please feel free to use Track Changes and comments to mark it up and return it to me. I'm going to also share it with Damien Davis since he is also working on developing the justification for our responses. I need your help in making it stronger and easier to read. Tomorrow's supposed to be sunny and 49F so I'll understand if I don't receive your reply until Sunday;) Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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FW: LCI seminar dates confirmed...
by Frank Gmeindl 22 Jan '10

22 Jan '10

You qualify for the LCI seminar if you score better than 70 on the Written test and better than 85 on the Road test. I put the wrong scores in my first message. Also, see Matteo's message below. Dates are now confirmed as March 19-21. Looks like this will fill up quick so better act now. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Matthew Favero [mailto:mateomusic@hotmail.com] Sent: Thursday, January 21, 2010 9:54 PM To: mateomusic(a)hotmail.com Subject: LCI seminar dates confirmed... All, The latest from the League confirms the LCI Seminar dates of March 19th-21st. It is now on their website, and sign-up can begin. See <http://www.bikeleague.org/cogs/programs/education/seminar_schedule> it here. It seems there is more need/desire for this than expected maybe, so I do recommend signing up soon. It is first come first serve, and the one I took last June in Pennsylvania had a cut-off at 15 people. I almost did not make it on, but one person cancelled at the last minute. Thank you all for your excellent communication with me. It will continue as we move closer to the seminar. I will be serving as site coordinator. I've attached some pertinent information to keep you in the know, and on track for having a successful experience. I look forward to continuing to work with you throughout this process. Matteo Favero LCI #2488 434-409-2868 www.fujicrazy.blogspot.com _____ Hotmail: Free, trusted and rich email service. Get it <http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/196390708/direct/01/> now.

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FW: LCI Seminar in Charlottesville, VA in March...
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Jan '10

21 Jan '10

I don't know if this will encourage or discourage you to attend the Charlottesville seminar but I will be an assistant coach there. We could carpool. Frank From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net] Sent: Thursday, January 21, 2010 8:30 PM To: 'bikeboard(a)cheat.org' Subject: FW: LCI Seminar in Charlottesville, VA in March... Here's your chance to become a League Cycling Instructor: attend the LCI seminar in Charlottesville, VA the weekend of March 19. If you completed Road I or Traffic Skills 101 and scored 90 or better on the Road test and 85 or better on the Written test, you qualify. The City of Morgantown will pay your registration and travel expenses for the seminar if you'll agree to teach 6 Traffic Skills 101 courses in Morgantown after you become an LCI. If you're interested, please reply or contact Matteo Favero and cc me. This is a great opportunity to do your LCI seminar in a very cool place not too far away. Frank Gmeindl LCI #1703 Morgantown, WV Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Matthew Favero [mailto:mateomusic@hotmail.com] Sent: Thursday, January 21, 2010 2:27 PM To: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net Subject: LCI Seminar in Charlottesville, VA in March... Dear Frank, I noticed on the League's website you are teaching some upcoming Traffic 101 courses. I am writing to inform you about a possible LCI Seminar the weekend of March 19th in Charlottesville, VA. I have been in communication with the League about this. I am putting the word out in hopes of acquiring more participants to reach the League's required number of 10 participants. I have at least 6 so far. If you have anyone who will be coming through your upcoming courses who may be interested in becoming certified, and can travel this far, please spread the word, and put them in touch with me. If you have any questions about it, feel free to contact me as well. Matteo Favero LCI #2488 434-409-2868 www.fujicrazy.blogspot.com _____ Hotmail: Powerful Free email with security by Microsoft. Get it <http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/196390710/direct/01/> now.

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FW: LCI Seminar in Charlottesville, VA in March...
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Jan '10

21 Jan '10

I don't know if this will encourage or discourage you to attend the Charlottesville seminar but I will be an assistant coach there. We could carpool. Frank From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net] Sent: Thursday, January 21, 2010 8:30 PM To: 'bikeboard(a)cheat.org' Subject: FW: LCI Seminar in Charlottesville, VA in March... Here's your chance to become a League Cycling Instructor: attend the LCI seminar in Charlottesville, VA the weekend of March 19. If you completed Road I or Traffic Skills 101 and scored 90 or better on the Road test and 85 or better on the Written test, you qualify. The City of Morgantown will pay your registration and travel expenses for the seminar if you'll agree to teach 6 Traffic Skills 101 courses in Morgantown after you become an LCI. If you're interested, please reply or contact Matteo Favero and cc me. This is a great opportunity to do your LCI seminar in a very cool place not too far away. Frank Gmeindl LCI #1703 Morgantown, WV Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Matthew Favero [mailto:mateomusic@hotmail.com] Sent: Thursday, January 21, 2010 2:27 PM To: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net Subject: LCI Seminar in Charlottesville, VA in March... Dear Frank, I noticed on the League's website you are teaching some upcoming Traffic 101 courses. I am writing to inform you about a possible LCI Seminar the weekend of March 19th in Charlottesville, VA. I have been in communication with the League about this. I am putting the word out in hopes of acquiring more participants to reach the League's required number of 10 participants. I have at least 6 so far. If you have anyone who will be coming through your upcoming courses who may be interested in becoming certified, and can travel this far, please spread the word, and put them in touch with me. If you have any questions about it, feel free to contact me as well. Matteo Favero LCI #2488 434-409-2868 www.fujicrazy.blogspot.com _____ Hotmail: Powerful Free email with security by Microsoft. Get it <http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/196390710/direct/01/> now.

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Bike Route Map (1-7-10) input
by guitardeek＠hotmail.com 21 Jan '10

21 Jan '10

Hey guys, I've attached a link to a 4shared.com site where the latest Bike Route Map from January 7th is located. The consensus of the Bike Route Mapping committee was to locate 'points of interest' Please download this PDF, look at the yellow routes, and mark or decide where we should add symbols for sections of steep routes, gravel or poor road surfaces, one-way routes, or other concerns. If you need a printed version to markup, please let me know. I can't print too many at our office, but I can do a few. If there is a high demand for prints, I'll talk to Frank, Hugh, Jim Ryen, etc to get you a copy. I apologize for the large file size. If you need something smaller, let me know, and I'll reduce the resolution and zip it tonight or tomorrow. I would like to schedule a meeting next week to compile our changes. Thursday would work well for me. Once our changes are compiled, we'll meet with the Convention and Visitors Bureau. As Frank pointed out, they may need several months to produce our map once we give them our draft. Soooo, #1 Download the map from the link below. #2 Contact me if you need a paper copy. #3 Mark it up with steep routes, gravel or poor road surfaces, one-way routes, or other concerns. #4 And let me know if you can meet me next Thursday evening or at least deliver your additions to me another way. http://www.4shared.com/file/202419322/680b0064/BikeRouteMap_2010_01_07.html Thanks, Derek Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless device from U.S. Cellular

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FW: LCI Seminar in Charlottesville, VA in March...
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Jan '10

21 Jan '10

Here's your chance to become a League Cycling Instructor: attend the LCI seminar in Charlottesville, VA the weekend of March 19. If you completed Road I or Traffic Skills 101 and scored 90 or better on the Road test and 85 or better on the Written test, you qualify. The City of Morgantown will pay your registration and travel expenses for the seminar if you'll agree to teach 6 Traffic Skills 101 courses in Morgantown after you become an LCI. If you're interested, please reply or contact Matteo Favero and cc me. This is a great opportunity to do your LCI seminar in a very cool place not too far away. Frank Gmeindl LCI #1703 Morgantown, WV Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Matthew Favero [mailto:mateomusic@hotmail.com] Sent: Thursday, January 21, 2010 2:27 PM To: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net Subject: LCI Seminar in Charlottesville, VA in March... Dear Frank, I noticed on the League's website you are teaching some upcoming Traffic 101 courses. I am writing to inform you about a possible LCI Seminar the weekend of March 19th in Charlottesville, VA. I have been in communication with the League about this. I am putting the word out in hopes of acquiring more participants to reach the League's required number of 10 participants. I have at least 6 so far. If you have anyone who will be coming through your upcoming courses who may be interested in becoming certified, and can travel this far, please spread the word, and put them in touch with me. If you have any questions about it, feel free to contact me as well. Matteo Favero LCI #2488 434-409-2868 www.fujicrazy.blogspot.com _____ Hotmail: Powerful Free email with security by Microsoft. Get it <http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/196390710/direct/01/> now.

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January Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 18 Jan '10

18 Jan '10

Attached, please find the January minutes. There is also a pdf of the first round of BB logos produced by Aira Burkhart. Thank you, BETSY SHOGREN

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Re: [Bikeboard] Meeting with Terry Hough
by Chip Wamsley 15 Jan '10

15 Jan '10

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:26:37 -0500 Frank et al, Next Thurs at 6 works for me. Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > > > >This morning, I had a 1.5 hour meeting with Terry Hough, City Engineer and >Damien Davis, Assistant Engineer. The desired outcome of the meeting was to >establish City Engineer's office support for the Bicycle Board vision and >goals and to develop a unified City response to the WVDOH on matters such as >the Mon Blvd. Bike Lane and Share the Road signs. > > > >The meeting was very productive but I don't think I can appropriately >represent the outcome in a written report. Therefore, I would like to >discuss it with you next Thursday, 1/21 at 6 pm in the PSC Conference Room. >This meeting should take less than 1 hour. It's desired outcome is Bicycle >Board consensus on how to proceed with Engineering initiatives. > > > >I realize this is short notice and that you might not be able to fit it in >your schedule so I would ask that you at least reply to let me know whether >you plan to attend or not. > > > >Frank > >Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > > > >

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Meeting with Terry Hough
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Jan '10

15 Jan '10

Bicycle Board Members, This morning, I had a 1.5 hour meeting with Terry Hough, City Engineer and Damien Davis, Assistant Engineer. The desired outcome of the meeting was to establish City Engineer's office support for the Bicycle Board vision and goals and to develop a unified City response to the WVDOH on matters such as the Mon Blvd. Bike Lane and Share the Road signs. The meeting was very productive but I don't think I can appropriately represent the outcome in a written report. Therefore, I would like to discuss it with you next Thursday, 1/21 at 6 pm in the PSC Conference Room. This meeting should take less than 1 hour. It's desired outcome is Bicycle Board consensus on how to proceed with Engineering initiatives. I realize this is short notice and that you might not be able to fit it in your schedule so I would ask that you at least reply to let me know whether you plan to attend or not. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] (no subject)
by Chip Wamsley 14 Jan '10

14 Jan '10

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> Date: Thu, 14 Jan 2010 21:19:07 -0500 Frank, Sounds like a good meeting. Its interesting that Maryland actually hired a qualified person with experience who actually wants to do what he was hired for and most likely wasn't someone in state govt's brother in law. I like his comment on fear of liability, as that was the stumbling block getting bike clubs in the local schools. Could we get copy of the Cumberland comprehensive plan? It might give us some ideas to get Morgantown to do something similar. As for the bikeable city app, looking at last years feedback, a lot of things have changed that make Morgantown look a lot more favorable. Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > > > >Today, I had the most wonderful meeting with Michael Jackson, Maryland DOT >Director Bicycle and Pedestrian Access; Dave Umling, Cumberland City >Planner; John DiFonzo, Cumberland City >Engineer; Larry Brock Western MD Wheelmen rep and Cumberland Bicycle >Advisory Board Chair, Greg ? County employee and Theresa Michels, Downtown >Development Commission Rep and owner of the Queen City Creamery where we >met. > > > >Can you believe that Mr. Jackson began his time on the agenda by passing out >the bicycle section of the new MUTCD and explaining Shared Lane Markings and >Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs and very strongly encouraging Cumberland to >use them. He gave specific examples of where Cumberland should consider >putting them. He gave a very thorough explanation of how they are >appropriate for Cumberland given its narrow streets and hilly terrain. He >explained how cyclists should take the lane when it's too narrow to be >passed safely. He explained that cyclists are not impeding traffic if they >are proceeding at a reasonable pace for cyclists. He explained how cyclists >have the same rights to the roads as motorists but sometimes motorists must >be reminded of that, particularly when the bicyclist can't go fast. > > > >He then went on to review the 5 Es and then to suggest approximately 10 >ideas covering the Es for Cumberland to consider implementing to make >Cumberland a more bicycle friendly community. For example, under >encouragement, he suggested Cumberland consider having "cyclo via" days on >which certain streets are closed to all but bicycle traffic! > > > >He said that the MDOT is surveying Maryland's 22 school districts to >determine school policies on encouraging kids to ride to school. He said >the state is going to help the schools increase ridership by establishing >bicycle coordinators in the schools and by ensuring continuous safe routes >to the schools. They are also going to hold the school administrators >accountable for measuring ridership and for showing an increase. > > > >In addition to having experience as multi-modal transportation coordinator >in California and working with transportation engineers, Mr. Jackson is also >an attorney specializing in liability and torts. He recognizes that some >officials resist bicycling because of fear of liability. He is spearheading >a MDOT research project to clarify and reduce liability. > > > >Mr. Jackson was not only familiar with just about all US bicycle advocacy >work but he also very familiarly cited details of several activities in >Germany, England, Denmark, Holland and Canada. > > > >Cumberland submitted a Bicycle Friendly Community award application last >year and got honorable mention and feedback. They already had a >comprehensive bicycle plan which the City Planner wrote. They are marching >through each of the BFC feedback items and updating their plan to address >each and every one of them. One of their feedback items was to establish >local League Cycling Instructors. They hired me to make that happen. > > > >BTW, attached is the LAB feedback to our 2007 BFC application. > > > >Frank > >Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > > > >

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(no subject)
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Jan '10

14 Jan '10

Bicycle Board Members, Today, I had the most wonderful meeting with Michael Jackson, Maryland DOT Director Bicycle and Pedestrian Access; Dave Umling, Cumberland City Planner; John DiFonzo, Cumberland City Engineer; Larry Brock Western MD Wheelmen rep and Cumberland Bicycle Advisory Board Chair, Greg ? County employee and Theresa Michels, Downtown Development Commission Rep and owner of the Queen City Creamery where we met. Can you believe that Mr. Jackson began his time on the agenda by passing out the bicycle section of the new MUTCD and explaining Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs and very strongly encouraging Cumberland to use them. He gave specific examples of where Cumberland should consider putting them. He gave a very thorough explanation of how they are appropriate for Cumberland given its narrow streets and hilly terrain. He explained how cyclists should take the lane when it's too narrow to be passed safely. He explained that cyclists are not impeding traffic if they are proceeding at a reasonable pace for cyclists. He explained how cyclists have the same rights to the roads as motorists but sometimes motorists must be reminded of that, particularly when the bicyclist can't go fast. He then went on to review the 5 Es and then to suggest approximately 10 ideas covering the Es for Cumberland to consider implementing to make Cumberland a more bicycle friendly community. For example, under encouragement, he suggested Cumberland consider having "cyclo via" days on which certain streets are closed to all but bicycle traffic! He said that the MDOT is surveying Maryland's 22 school districts to determine school policies on encouraging kids to ride to school. He said the state is going to help the schools increase ridership by establishing bicycle coordinators in the schools and by ensuring continuous safe routes to the schools. They are also going to hold the school administrators accountable for measuring ridership and for showing an increase. In addition to having experience as multi-modal transportation coordinator in California and working with transportation engineers, Mr. Jackson is also an attorney specializing in liability and torts. He recognizes that some officials resist bicycling because of fear of liability. He is spearheading a MDOT research project to clarify and reduce liability. Mr. Jackson was not only familiar with just about all US bicycle advocacy work but he also very familiarly cited details of several activities in Germany, England, Denmark, Holland and Canada. Cumberland submitted a Bicycle Friendly Community award application last year and got honorable mention and feedback. They already had a comprehensive bicycle plan which the City Planner wrote. They are marching through each of the BFC feedback items and updating their plan to address each and every one of them. One of their feedback items was to establish local League Cycling Instructors. They hired me to make that happen. BTW, attached is the LAB feedback to our 2007 BFC application. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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[Fwd: FW: WVDOH Bridge project, Pendleton County]
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Jan '10

14 Jan '10

If you want to be on a list that WVDOH can contact for input on state road projects, send your e-mail address to Bill.C.Robinson(a)wv.gov . See message below. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ -------- Original Message -------- Subject: FW: WVDOH Bridge project, Pendleton County Date: Thu, 14 Jan 2010 07:07:29 -0500 From: Robinson, Bill C <Bill.C.Robinson(a)wv.gov> To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> * * * * *From:* Robinson, Bill C *Sent:* Thursday, January 14, 2010 7:07 AM *To:* Adam Stevens; Adventure Pursuit; Ann Conageski; Belomar MPO; Betty Carver; Bill Foster; Brieanne Salmons; Chris Craig; Chriss Gress; Dennis Strawn; Don Spencer; Doug Wayt; Drew Smithberger; Ella Belling; Eric Sandeno; Frank Gmeindl; Harold Simmons; Huntington MPO; Jamie Fields; Jen Giovannetti; Jim Hudson; John Fekete; John R. McGarrity; Jordan Cox; Justin Gaull; Ken Dzaack; Kim Broughton; Kristy Blower; Lewis, Ray C; Logan Mountain Bike Association, Inc.; Matt Marcus; Matt Sherald; Morgantown MPO; Patricia Clay; Peggy Pings; Peggy Pings; Region Eight PDC; Region Four PDC; Region I PDC; Region II PDC; Region Seven PDC; Regiona VI Planning Council; Richard Warner; Rob Pennington; Susie Salisbury; WWW MPO *Cc:* Savage, Benjamin J *Subject:* WVDOH Bridge project, Pendleton County *Everyone -- * * * *Thank you for participating in the WV Bicycle/Pedestrian Network. This network is for people interested in bicycle/pedestrian issues in West Virginia, particularly as they relate to the West Virginia Division of Highways. The WVDOH set up the network and have used it before, but it has been a while and I thought a word of explanation would be in order. Since the last time it was used, some new people have been added and we are always looking for more participants. If you know someone who would like to be added to the network, please have them E-mail me and I would be happy to add their E-mail address to the network. If anyone wished to be deleted from the network, please let me know as well.* * * *One of the primary reasons for this network is to help the WVDOH determine where road biking activities are taking place so that we can properly provide bicycle/pedestrian accommodation in connection with roadway projects. In the past, it always seemed that the bike/ped community wanted accommodation, but there was no corresponding project to trigger changes to the roadway, or the WVDOH found out six months, or a year, too late, that a project could have had features that would have been beneficial to the bike/ped community. Consequently, this network is an attempt to make the bike/ped community aware of projects and questions that come up and allow the public to have another method to communicate with the WVDOH.* * * *The couple of time we have used the network, we have received some very useful information used to make decisions on bike/ped situations. We also anticipate using it more in the coming few months; over the last year we have been putting a lot of time and thought into how to more comprehensively consider bike/ped in our projects; hopefully this about to come to fruition and we will be receiving regular advanced engineering studies about where new bridges and major road upgrades will be occurring and be able to pass that information to the bike/ped community.* * * *Today the project for examination is a bridge project on US 33 in Pendleton County. The WVDOH is interested in the level of bicycle/pedestrian traffic in the area. The attachment contains maps showing the project area. If you are aware of riders, or clubs, using this route to ride on a regular basis, please let me know.* * * *On other bike/ped issues, we are preparing the 2010 bicycle survey for the League of American Bicyclists. It is due in mid-February and we cooperating with the bike community to formulate West Virginia's reply. As you may be aware, West Virginia moved from the ranking of 50 to 42 with the work of the WVDOT and some very motivated members of the WV biking community. Let's hope that the 2010 survey will move us even further up in the rankings.* * * *Our map of road routes containing recreational and transportation routes that was available for viewing at the 2009 Bicycle Symposium, still remains in draft form; however, it has morphed into two additional efforts. The first effort is a new WVDOT Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan. This plan is in its second draft and is still being review in-house in the WVDOT. However, the plan, authored by WVDOH staffer Jim Hudson, has impressed everyone with its comprehensive coverage and ideas to improve the bicycle/pedestrian atmosphere and infrastructure in WV. When the plan is reviewed and acceptable to officials within the WVDOT, it will be released to the public for comment. We anticipate distributing copies for comment through the internet and through public meeting around the state. This network will play a role in that public comment phase.* * * *The second effort, based upon the draft map and in conjunction with the draft plan, has been to identify 15-20 bike routes for designation and signage. Some of these routes are submissions from the bike community, some are routes we have developed here in the WVDOT. We are now attempting to find funding to develop these routes. If we are successful with these first routes, we realize that it is a system that will evolve and other routes will be added as the WVDOT becomes aware of them and funding for development is available.* * * *Please send any information you have on the Pendleton County bridge area tome as quickly as you can -- I will pass it on to the design engineer.* * * *Bill* *William C. Robinson*** *State Trail Coordinator* *Progam Manager, Recreational Trails Program * *WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator* *Chairman, West Virginia Recreational Trails Advisory Board* * * *West Virginia Department of Transportation* *Division of Highways* *Program Planning and Administration Division* *1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East* *Building 5, Room 863* *Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430* *(304)558-9615 Fax -- (304)558-3783* *bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov <mailto:bill.c.robinson@wv.gov>* *_"_**The life of the artist is, in relation to his work, stern and lonely. He has labored hard,* *often amid depravation, to perfect his skill. He has turned aside from quick success in* *order to strip his vision of everything secondary or cheapening. His working life is* *marked by intense application and intense discipline." - John F. Kennedy, 1962 * * * * * * *

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Signs
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Jan '10

08 Jan '10

Bicycle Board Members, As I promised at last night's meeting, I looked up the signs: R5-1b and R9-3c that Jim Hudson recommended for addition to the backs of the R3-17 BIKE LANE signs for the Mon Blvd bike lane. I couldn't figure out how to cut them from the MUTCD and paste them here so I can only send you the link to them. "Bicycle Specific Wrong Way" signs (R5-1b) and "Ride With Traffic" (R9-3c) placard: http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/htm/2009/part9/part9b.htm#figure9B02 If you have trouble seeing them at the link, I'll try to describe them here. The R5-1b is a white on red rectangular sign with a bicycle symbol at the top and the words, WRONG WAY below the bicycle symbol. The R9-3c placard is a black on white square sign with the words RIDE WITH TRAFFIC. Hudson also cites the R3-17 BIKE LANE sign that was included in our recommendation. That sign is also visible at the above link. It is a rectangular black and white sign. The top 2/3 has black background with a bicycle symbol in white. The bottom 1/3 of the sign has while background with black letters, BIKE LANE. He also recommends installing "No Parking At Any Time" signs (R7-201) on both sides of the road. In the 2009, MUTCD, I could not find a R7-201 sign. The R7-1 is the standard red on white NO PARKING ANY TIME sign. There is a whole series of no parking signs at http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/htm/2009/part2/part2b.htm. There are R7-201P and R7-201aP that designate tow away zones. In the 2003 MUTCD, the R7-201 says TOW-AWAY ZONE. The 2003 MUTCD R7 and R8 signs can be viewed at http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/htm/2003r1r2/part2/part2b3.htm#figure2B16 . Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Morgantown Bicycle Lane
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Jan '10

08 Jan '10

Bill, The Bicycle Board supports Jim Hudson's recommendation that ""Bicycle Specific Wrong Way" signs (R5-1b) and "Ride With Traffic" (R9-3c) placards should be installed on the reverse side of every "Bicycle Lane" (R3-17) sign proposed". We will recommend to the Traffic Commission that these be added to the plan. A poll of Bicycle Board members revealed that bicyclists currently descend the east shoulder of Monongahela Blvd. from Evansdale Dr. to Eighth St. The poll also revealed that most bicyclists descend the west shoulder or the rightmost west side travel lane as is lawful. If traffic study data are available that show shoulder bicycle traffic and its direction of travel for that section of the boulevard, the Bicycle Board recommends that such data provide a baseline against which the efficacy of any changes could be measured. Also, if bicycle crash data are available for that section of the boulevard, the Bicycle Board recommends that such data also provide a useful baseline against which the efficacy of any changes could be measured. At the September 22, 2009 MPO TTAC meeting at which the City presented the bike lane concept, the WVDOT stated that they would review the concept for conformance to standards. The Bicycle Board has been confident that WVDOT would approve the concept since it was developed using the AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities. In Mr. Hudson's January 4, 2010 and January 6, 2010 messages and Mr. Lewis' January 6, 2010 message standards are not mentioned. However, the Bicycle Board appreciates Mr. Hudson's and Mr. Lewis' extensive knowledge and experience with bicycle facilities and is grateful for their opinions. While the aforementioned additional signage is not recommended by the AASHTO Guide, the Bicycle Board recognizes that the additional signage is likely to reinforce the AASHTO recommended one-way directional arrow that was included in the City's concept. The Bicycle Board does not know whether such additional signage will be sufficient to adequately prevent wrong way cycling. However, given that bicyclists already travel the wrong way on the east shoulder and given that apparently no crashes have resulted, the Bicycle Board recommends that the bike lane be installed as proposed with Mr. Hudson's recommended additional signage and that the WVDOT monitor bicycle traffic on that section of the boulevard. If wrong way cycling increases, the Bicycle Board has recommendations that it can develop and provide that would encourage bicyclists to descend the west side rightmost travel lane and physically discourage them from descending the east shoulder. Much attention has focused on the bike lane but little attention appears to be given to other parts of the Bicycle Board's recommendation that the Traffic Commission approved. Specifically, the following signage: . BIKE LANE (R3-17) ENDS (R3-17bP) at the end of the bike lane; . BEGIN RIGHT TURN LANE, YIELD TO BIKES (R4-4) at the beginning of the right turn lane; . SHARE THE ROAD (W16-1) placard in conjunction with the W11-1 (bicycle symbol in diamond shaped sign) sign every 250-feet on both sides along Don Knotts Blvd., Beechurst Av., the west side of Monongahela Boulevard between Eighth St. and Evansdale Drive, both sides of Monongahela Boulevard between Evansdale Dr. and the Edith Barrill (Star City) Bridge. Apparently, Mr. Lewis was not aware of these recommendations when he offered his option 2 for W11-1 signs accompanied by W7-3a placards. Bill, concerning Mr. Lewis' concerns about the bike lane's termination, you favored merging the bicycle lane into the rightmost travel lane as depicted in Figure 11-b of the AASHTO Guide. The Bicycle Board recommended simply terminating the bike lane as depicted in Figure 11-d because it is simpler. Given Mr. Lewis' comments about the bike lane's termination, the Bicycle Board would recommend the Figure 11-b treatment that extends the bike lane into the rightmost through lane if you thought it advisable. Please advise if these comments are sufficient for next Tuesday's TTAC meeting. Frank Gmeindl Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board League Cycling Instructor #1703 Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] FW: Morgantown Bicycle Lane
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 06 Jan '10

06 Jan '10

This one from the DOH is interesting. If they are so concerned about the speed up the boulevard why don't they lower the regulatory posting to 25 mph during the MUB project (or longer) rather than to recommend installing signage that makes bicyclists appear as though they are a gaggle of ducklings that require protection .. and according to an earlier posting, even if they do approve the climbing lane, they won't finance or maintain the project anyways. Are they going to annex the shoulder to the City? I doubt it. On top of it, these so call experts know absolutely nothing about the nature of cyclists who will be using this detour. I really can't see cyclists riding down the proposed climbing lane of a two way highway as being a common occurrence .. really I can't! However, I have seen cars go the wrong way on badly marked one way roads around Morgantown fairly often. I find the third recommendation especially profound, but I would like to avoid this recommendation in this particular application at all costs simply because it appears to me that DOH's goal is to keep us off the roads at all costs while do everything they can to continue to enable the flow and resulting congestion of "very heavy vehicular traffic". -Jonathan Frank Gmeindl wrote: > > Bicycle Board Members, > > > > It keeps coming. Comments? > > > > Frank > > /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ > > > > > > > > *From:* Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] > *Sent:* Wednesday, January 06, 2010 2:46 PM > *To:* 'Frank Gmeindl'; 'Damien Davis'; 'Terry Hough' > *Subject:* FW: Morgantown Bicycle Lane > > > > Frank, Damien, and Terry, > > > > Please see the e-mail below. This appears to be the starting point > from DOH. We will need to discuss these issues at the TTAC meeting. > > > > Thanks, > > > > > > *Bill Austin, AICP* > > *Executive Director* > > *Morgantown Monongalia MPO* > > 180 Hart Field Road > > Morgantown, WVA 26508 > > 304-291-9571 > > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > > > > > > > *From:* Lewis, Ray C [mailto:Ray.C.Lewis@wv.gov] > *Sent:* Wednesday, January 06, 2010 2:38 PM > *To:* Hudson, Jim E; Robinson, Bill C > *Cc:* Keller, Perry J; Warner, Richard L; Shoukry, Fouad N; Bill Austin > *Subject:* RE: Morgantown Bicycle Lane > > > > We have reviewed the various documents, drawings, and other materials > generated as a result of this proposal. > > We are reluctant to approve the proposed "bicycle climbing lane". > While it may be somewhat useful to give cyclists a defined space when > climbing most of the grade, the location and the surrounding traffic > and environment make this facility highly undesirable. The posted > speed limit on Monongahela Boulevard is 45 mph; this traffic > operating speeds throughout most of the day are consistent with the > regulatory posting. The termination of the climbing lane requires > that the cyclists who are bound for the Evansdale Campus must share > the right-turn lane with very heavy vehicular traffic. Cyclists > desiring to continue north will be operating at single-digit speeds > and will be forced to merge left into a high speed, heavy traffic > stream. Finally, the bicycle lane in question has no > logically-defined origin, and does not provide satisfactory access to > the Evansdale Campus. > > Since this is a bicycle facility that is shared with the shoulder, the > bicycle traffic in the climbing lane must move in the same direction > as the highway traffic. There is no provision for a bike lane in the > opposite direction. This is likely to lead to bicyclists trying to > ride downhill in the climbing lane. If so, the potential exists for > head-on collisions between bicyclists, which are often severe or > fatal; or to cyclists riding downhill being forced into oncoming > motor vehicle traffic. Any action taken to provide a northbound > bicycle lane must be matched by compatible actions on the southbound side. > > After considering the matter further, we suggest that there are three > alternatives open to the City of Morgantown and/or the WVDOH: > > · Do nothing > > · Warn motorists of the potential for bicycles to be present by > installing assemblies consisting of black on yellow, diamond-shaped > bicycle symbol(W11-1) signs accompanied by distance plaques with the > wording, NEXT __ MI W7-3A). If the City and the MPO accept this > alternative, we will place these sign assemblies at ¼ mile increments > for both directions of traffic between 8^th Street and Patteson Drive, > at our expense. > > · The third alternative is for the City and the MPO to design > and construct a separate shared-use path from the presently-proposed > ending point of the bicycle climbing lane to an appropriate junction > with Evansdale Drive or some other roadway in the vicinity of the > Creative Arts Center, along with developing a compatible southbound > bicycle lane on the west side of Monongahela Boulevard. > > These are "broad-brush" proposals, which are meant as > discussion-starters at Tuesday's TTAC meeting. We will be happy to > work with any and all parties as necessary. > > If I may be of further assistance, please contact me. > > Ray Lewis > > Staff Engineer -- Traffic Research > > and Special Projects > > WVDOT, Division of Highways > > 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East > > Charleston, WV 25305 > > Telephone: (304) 558-9451 > > Fax: (304) 558-1209 > > e-Mail: ray.C.lewis(a)wv.gov <mailto:ray.C.lewis@wv.gov> > > _____________________________________________ > *From:* Hudson, Jim E > *Sent:* Wednesday, January 06, 2010 8:54 AM > *To:* Robinson, Bill C > *Cc:* Keller, Perry J; Warner, Richard L; Lewis, Ray C; Shoukry, Fouad > N; 'Bill Austin' > *Subject:* Morgantown Bicycle Lane > > Bill > > After much thought on the Morgantown Bike Lane issue I think our > signage should remain consistent with our signage on other limited > access highways. Therefore I propose we limit our signage and roadway > markings to those found along Route 50, Route 33, and the East Beckley > By-Pass among other places. These signs should be placed on both > sides of Monongahela Boulevard and other locations where high-speed > and/or high-density traffic and adequate shoulders indicate it is > necessary. > > While I understand the desire for a "climbing" lane for bicycles, I do > not accept the idea that average bicyclists (Class B) can safely > maintain the speed of 45 to 50 mph required to keep up with traffic on > the downhill side of the road. Bicyclists who want to ride on the > road where the signs I propose have been posted are in the same > category as those semi drivers who want to drive in the left lane > where signage prohibiting trucks in the left lane have been installed. > > A photograph of the signage used in these locations is attached to > this email. > > << OLE Object: Picture (Device Independent Bitmap) >> > > Jim Hudson > > Community Development Specialist > > Building 5, Room 863 > > 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. > > Charleston, WV 25305-0430 > > (304) 558-9613 > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 9.0.725 / Virus Database: 270.14.123/2595 - Release Date: > 01/06/10 02:35:00 > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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FW: Morgantown Bicycle Lane
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jan '10

06 Jan '10

And, more. From: Damien Davis [mailto:ddavis@cityofmorgantown.org] Sent: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 11:05 AM To: Bill Austin; Frank Gmeindl; Terry Hough Subject: RE: Morgantown Bicycle Lane Bill, on the cross-sections of the Mon Blvd bike lane proposal I show that the shoulder on the PRT side is between 8 and 13.5 feet wide. While the bike lane side is between 7.5 to 13 feet wide J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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 _____ From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] Sent: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:15 AM To: 'Frank Gmeindl'; Damien Davis; Terry Hough Subject: FW: Morgantown Bicycle Lane Importance: High Frank, Damien, Terry, Please see the correspondence below. I do not believe the proposed signage is adequate or acceptable for addressing the concern expressed by the Bicycle Board. Previous correspondence I have seen says that the shoulder on the down hill side of Mon Boulevard is the same width as on the uphill side. I do not believe that this true. I don't believe it is either the same width or of the same pavement quality as the shoulder on the uphill side. Can anyone confirm this for me? The comment below that cyclists on the down slope cannot keep up with traffic is simply a mis-expectation on the writers part. Cyclists should not be expected to match speeds even on flat sections they should be expected to not impede the flow of traffic. These are not the same things. We need to address this misconception quickly. I am not sure how Jim Hudson fits into the picture, I will look into it. Please let me know your thoughts. I would like to respond to this comment ASAP. Thanks, Bill From: Hudson, Jim E [mailto:Jim.E.Hudson@wv.gov] Sent: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 8:54 AM To: Robinson, Bill C Cc: Keller, Perry J; Warner, Richard L; Lewis, Ray C; Shoukry, Fouad N; Bill Austin Subject: Morgantown Bicycle Lane Bill After much thought on the Morgantown Bike Lane issue I think our signage should remain consistent with our signage on other limited access highways. Therefore I propose we limit our signage and roadway markings to those found along Route 50, Route 33, and the East Beckley By-Pass among other places. These signs should be placed on both sides of Monongahela Boulevard and other locations where high-speed and/or high-density traffic and adequate shoulders indicate it is necessary. While I understand the desire for a "climbing" lane for bicycles, I do not accept the idea that average bicyclists (Class B) can safely maintain the speed of 45 to 50 mph required to keep up with traffic on the downhill side of the road. Bicyclists who want to ride on the road where the signs I propose have been posted are in the same category as those semi drivers who want to drive in the left lane where signage prohibiting trucks in the left lane have been installed. A photograph of the signage used in these locations is attached to this email. Picture (Device Independent Bitmap) Jim Hudson Community Development Specialist Building 5, Room 863 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. Charleston, WV 25305-0430 (304) 558-9613 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.725 / Virus Database: 270.14.123/2595 - Release Date: 01/05/10 02:35:00

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FW: Morgantown Bicycle Lane
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jan '10

06 Jan '10

More From: Damien Davis [mailto:ddavis@cityofmorgantown.org] Sent: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 10:57 AM To: Bill Austin; Frank Gmeindl; Terry Hough Subject: RE: Morgantown Bicycle Lane Bill, The signs proposed by Mr. Hudson are meant as directional guides for cyclists to get to a specific location. They are used to show cyclists that the signed route is the preferred route over other routes. These signs could be used in conjunction with what we are proposing to guide cyclists to the rail-trail but the proposed sign do nothing to warn motorist or make cyclists more visible to the motoring public by themselves. The climbing lane provides cyclists a visibly safe area to maneuver while climbing Mon Blvd, while our proposed "Share the Road" signs bring to motorist attention that cyclists are permitted to use the roadway. I agree with you that cyclists should not be expected to match the speed of the motorist, just not impede the flow of traffic. This should not be an issue on Mon Blvd as it is two lanes at the top. This provides for the safe passing of a slower cyclist. Although Mr. Hudson is correct, traffic does frequently exceed the speed limit, the increased use and visibility of cyclists on Mon Blvd could help to reduce that speed. J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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 _____ From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] Sent: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:15 AM To: 'Frank Gmeindl'; Damien Davis; Terry Hough Subject: FW: Morgantown Bicycle Lane Importance: High Frank, Damien, Terry, Please see the correspondence below. I do not believe the proposed signage is adequate or acceptable for addressing the concern expressed by the Bicycle Board. Previous correspondence I have seen says that the shoulder on the down hill side of Mon Boulevard is the same width as on the uphill side. I do not believe that this true. I don't believe it is either the same width or of the same pavement quality as the shoulder on the uphill side. Can anyone confirm this for me? The comment below that cyclists on the down slope cannot keep up with traffic is simply a mis-expectation on the writers part. Cyclists should not be expected to match speeds even on flat sections they should be expected to not impede the flow of traffic. These are not the same things. We need to address this misconception quickly. I am not sure how Jim Hudson fits into the picture, I will look into it. Please let me know your thoughts. I would like to respond to this comment ASAP. Thanks, Bill From: Hudson, Jim E [mailto:Jim.E.Hudson@wv.gov] Sent: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 8:54 AM To: Robinson, Bill C Cc: Keller, Perry J; Warner, Richard L; Lewis, Ray C; Shoukry, Fouad N; Bill Austin Subject: Morgantown Bicycle Lane Bill After much thought on the Morgantown Bike Lane issue I think our signage should remain consistent with our signage on other limited access highways. Therefore I propose we limit our signage and roadway markings to those found along Route 50, Route 33, and the East Beckley By-Pass among other places. These signs should be placed on both sides of Monongahela Boulevard and other locations where high-speed and/or high-density traffic and adequate shoulders indicate it is necessary. While I understand the desire for a "climbing" lane for bicycles, I do not accept the idea that average bicyclists (Class B) can safely maintain the speed of 45 to 50 mph required to keep up with traffic on the downhill side of the road. Bicyclists who want to ride on the road where the signs I propose have been posted are in the same category as those semi drivers who want to drive in the left lane where signage prohibiting trucks in the left lane have been installed. A photograph of the signage used in these locations is attached to this email. Picture (Device Independent Bitmap) Jim Hudson Community Development Specialist Building 5, Room 863 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. Charleston, WV 25305-0430 (304) 558-9613 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.725 / Virus Database: 270.14.123/2595 - Release Date: 01/05/10 02:35:00

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BB December report to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jan '10

06 Jan '10

Bicycle Board Members, Attached, please find a draft report of Bicycle Board progress that I plan to present to the Traffic Commission at their meeting next Wednesday, 1/13. Please reply with any changes that you want me to make. Reading the attached report in preparation for tomorrow's Bicycle Board meeting might help you understand what we're talking about at the meeting. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Agenda for 1/7 Bicycle Board Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jan '10

06 Jan '10

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, version 2 of the agenda for tomorrow's (1/7) Bicycle Board meeting and the minutes of our last meeting. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] Morgantown Bicycle Lane
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jan '10

06 Jan '10

Bill, Mr. Hudson says, "I think our signage should remain consistent with our signage on other limited access highways". Monongahela Blvd. is not a limited access highway. Mr. Hudson's proposed sign violates WV 17C-11-2. WV 17C-11-2 says, "Every person riding a bicycle upon a roadway shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties as the driver of a vehicle". Mr. Hudson's proposed sign provides no benefit to anyone since a cyclist may ride on the shoulder if he or she deems it safer to do so. Signing the roadway as Mr. Hudson proposes denies cyclists use of the roadway that WV 17C-11-2 gives them. Prohibiting bicyclists from using the roadway and forcing them to use the shoulder as Mr. Hudson promotes is dangerous for the following reasons: 1. The shoulder is not wide enough to descend at the 45 mph speed limit: a speed achievable by a descending bicycle. 2. The downhill shoulder has large drainage grates that are at least 6-inches below grade: essentially holes that could easily kill a descending cyclist. 3. The downhill shoulder is bounded by an approximate 5-foot high concrete wall with a chain link fence on top. This wall could kill a cyclists should he or she run into it. 4. The shoulder ends in a curb at the bottom where a cyclist's speed could be maximum. Hitting the curb at speed could be fatal. 5. Even if the shoulder is regularly swept, because motor traffic does not regularly travel on the shoulder, occasional debris can be expected to collect presenting a crash hazard. 6. The shoulder is intended as a "break down lane". Given the potential descending cyclist speed, the curvature of the roadway and the distraction of passing motor traffic, a cyclist may not see a broken down vehicle parked on the downhill shoulder in time to take evasive action. Mr. Hudson cites the Class B cyclist but don't the roadways have to accommodate all cyclists? What data does anybody have about current bicycle use of Mon Blvd? I know at least I and Don Spencer use it regularly and we descend in the rightmost lane in accordance with traffic law. The fact that the lanes are 12 feet wide and that there are two lanes on either side of the roadway permit motorists to pass bicyclists safely without having to wait. Finally, this is not the first time that WVDOH personnel have referred to bicyclists impeding traffic. When bicycles are traveling on the roadway, they are part of "traffic". Case law: Trotwood v. Selz, 746 N.E. 2d 235 (Ohio Ct. App. 2000) has found that "a bicyclist is not in violation of the ordinance (prohibiting vehicle operators from driving at such a slow speed as to impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic) when he is traveling as fast as he reasonably can". The fundamental problem that the WVDOH has is that they want to violate 17C-11-2. I will add that I agree with Mr. Hudson's proposals in his previous message for increased signage on the climbing lane. These are my personal comments and do not represent the consensus of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board. I need more time for that. Frank Gmeindl League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructor #1703 From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] Sent: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:15 AM To: 'Frank Gmeindl'; 'Damien Davis'; 'Terry Hough' Subject: FW: Morgantown Bicycle Lane Importance: High Frank, Damien, Terry, Please see the correspondence below. I do not believe the proposed signage is adequate or acceptable for addressing the concern expressed by the Bicycle Board. Previous correspondence I have seen says that the shoulder on the down hill side of Mon Boulevard is the same width as on the uphill side. I do not believe that this true. I don't believe it is either the same width or of the same pavement quality as the shoulder on the uphill side. Can anyone confirm this for me? The comment below that cyclists on the down slope cannot keep up with traffic is simply a mis-expectation on the writers part. Cyclists should not be expected to match speeds even on flat sections they should be expected to not impede the flow of traffic. These are not the same things. We need to address this misconception quickly. I am not sure how Jim Hudson fits into the picture, I will look into it. Please let me know your thoughts. I would like to respond to this comment ASAP. Thanks, Bill From: Hudson, Jim E [mailto:Jim.E.Hudson@wv.gov] Sent: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 8:54 AM To: Robinson, Bill C Cc: Keller, Perry J; Warner, Richard L; Lewis, Ray C; Shoukry, Fouad N; Bill Austin Subject: Morgantown Bicycle Lane Bill After much thought on the Morgantown Bike Lane issue I think our signage should remain consistent with our signage on other limited access highways. Therefore I propose we limit our signage and roadway markings to those found along Route 50, Route 33, and the East Beckley By-Pass among other places. These signs should be placed on both sides of Monongahela Boulevard and other locations where high-speed and/or high-density traffic and adequate shoulders indicate it is necessary. While I understand the desire for a "climbing" lane for bicycles, I do not accept the idea that average bicyclists (Class B) can safely maintain the speed of 45 to 50 mph required to keep up with traffic on the downhill side of the road. Bicyclists who want to ride on the road where the signs I propose have been posted are in the same category as those semi drivers who want to drive in the left lane where signage prohibiting trucks in the left lane have been installed. A photograph of the signage used in these locations is attached to this email. Picture (Device Independent Bitmap) Jim Hudson Community Development Specialist Building 5, Room 863 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. Charleston, WV 25305-0430 (304) 558-9613 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.725 / Virus Database: 270.14.123/2595 - Release Date: 01/05/10 02:35:00

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FW: Morgantown Bicycle Lane
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Jan '10

06 Jan '10

Bicycle Board Members, Comments? Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] Sent: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:15 AM To: 'Frank Gmeindl'; 'Damien Davis'; 'Terry Hough' Subject: FW: Morgantown Bicycle Lane Importance: High Frank, Damien, Terry, Please see the correspondence below. I do not believe the proposed signage is adequate or acceptable for addressing the concern expressed by the Bicycle Board. Previous correspondence I have seen says that the shoulder on the down hill side of Mon Boulevard is the same width as on the uphill side. I do not believe that this true. I don't believe it is either the same width or of the same pavement quality as the shoulder on the uphill side. Can anyone confirm this for me? The comment below that cyclists on the down slope cannot keep up with traffic is simply a mis-expectation on the writers part. Cyclists should not be expected to match speeds even on flat sections they should be expected to not impede the flow of traffic. These are not the same things. We need to address this misconception quickly. I am not sure how Jim Hudson fits into the picture, I will look into it. Please let me know your thoughts. I would like to respond to this comment ASAP. Thanks, Bill From: Hudson, Jim E [mailto:Jim.E.Hudson@wv.gov] Sent: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 8:54 AM To: Robinson, Bill C Cc: Keller, Perry J; Warner, Richard L; Lewis, Ray C; Shoukry, Fouad N; Bill Austin Subject: Morgantown Bicycle Lane Bill After much thought on the Morgantown Bike Lane issue I think our signage should remain consistent with our signage on other limited access highways. Therefore I propose we limit our signage and roadway markings to those found along Route 50, Route 33, and the East Beckley By-Pass among other places. These signs should be placed on both sides of Monongahela Boulevard and other locations where high-speed and/or high-density traffic and adequate shoulders indicate it is necessary. While I understand the desire for a "climbing" lane for bicycles, I do not accept the idea that average bicyclists (Class B) can safely maintain the speed of 45 to 50 mph required to keep up with traffic on the downhill side of the road. Bicyclists who want to ride on the road where the signs I propose have been posted are in the same category as those semi drivers who want to drive in the left lane where signage prohibiting trucks in the left lane have been installed. A photograph of the signage used in these locations is attached to this email. Picture (Device Independent Bitmap) Jim Hudson Community Development Specialist Building 5, Room 863 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. Charleston, WV 25305-0430 (304) 558-9613 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.725 / Virus Database: 270.14.123/2595 - Release Date: 01/05/10 02:35:00

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Re: [Bikeboard] FW: Morgantown Bike Lane
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Jan '10

05 Jan '10

Nick, Just to clarify a few points but not to address all of yours: 2) The thing you describe in Seattle is not a bike lane. It is a bike path. A bike lane is a portions of the roadway marked for exclusive or preferential use by bicycles. A bike path is physically separated from the roadway. Such arrangements, called cycle tracks in Denmark, have been shown in Copenhagen to decrease same direction accidents by 63% but to increase right hooks by 129% and left crosses by 48% at crossings. See http://www.trafitec.dk/pub/Road%20safety%20and%20percieved%20risk%20of%20cyc le%20tracks%20and%20lanes%20in%20Copenhagen.pdf 3) The start and end of the Mon Blvd. bike lane were explicitly described in the preliminary design document that was reviewed by the Bicycle Board. Since you are on the bikeboard(a)cheat.org list, you received it. The bike lane will begin just north of the driveway that is north of Advance Auto. The bike lane will end 150 feet before the right turn lane onto Evansdale Drive. Extending the bike lane to the left of the right turn lane at Evansdale Drive was considered but rejected because that would require reconfiguring the northbound lanes and we supposed that WVDOH would not be willing to do that, thus killing the project. Instead, we recommended that signage be placed near the end of the bike lane notifying cyclists that the Bike Lane Ends and signage at the beginning of the turn lane notifying motorists to Watch for Merging Bicycles. 4) A bike lane is not recommended on the descending side of Mon Blvd. because descending at 45 mph in a 5-foot wide lane with adjacent 8" deep drainage grates, probable debris, a 4-foot high concrete wall with a chain link fence 2-3 feet to the right plus dead-ending in a curb at the bottom where speed may be maximum is probably less safe than descending at 45 mph in a clean 12-foot wide lane on a 45 mph roadway that includes a passing lane. Also, a bike lane on the descending side was not recommended because it would practically preclude bicycles from traveling in the travel lanes. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles -----Original Message----- From: director [mailto:director@positivespin.org] Sent: Tuesday, January 05, 2010 11:22 AM To: Frank Gmeindl Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] FW: Morgantown Bike Lane Frank, Comments.... 1) One comment comes to mind immediately. Jim Hudson tacitly condones motorists exceeding the speed limit, but insists that bicycling laws be strictly enforced (?!). Naturally everyone should be held equally accountable for knowing and following the laws. Speeding motorists make it harder for cyclists to ride safely by shortening decision times. 2) In Seattle there were several locations where 2-way bike lanes were installed along busy thoroughfares. In all cases a physical barrier (Jersey barriers, or a purpose-built concrete wall) was placed between the bike/ped traffic and the motor vehicle traffic. I road this route a few times when there was high speed traffic only a few feet away and instantly wished for a screen fence atop the barrier to prevent debris from getting kicked up from oncoming cars at the right-side cyclist. To make the lane without a barrier of some kind is going to get people hurt. 3) It isn't clear to me where the bike lane will start/end. Is there a plan for safe entrance and exit to the lane at the ends? 4) I agree that a 2-way bike lane on both sides of the boulevard (is this what Jim means by "symmetrical"?) would be a good idea, again assuming a physical barrier between bike/auto traffic and that space permits it. Was there a reason this wasn't proposed? If these questions have already been answered please let me know where I can find the info. Thanks for doing such a diligent and effective job at researching and sharing this information. Sincerely, Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> Date: Tue, 05 Jan 2010 10:45:10 -0500 >Bicycle Board Members, > > > >Any comments? > > > >Frank > >Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > >From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] >Sent: Tuesday, January 05, 2010 9:39 AM >To: 'Damien Davis'; 'Terry Hough'; fgmeindl(a)verizon.net >Subject: FW: Morgantown Bike Lane > > > >Damien, Terry, Frank, > > > >Please find below one preliminary response from DOH on the Monongalia >Boulevard Bike Lane. We should be prepared to discuss the concerns expressed >at the upcoming TTAC meeting. I do have a question about the statement that >the shoulder is the same width on both sides of the Boulevard in the >comment. I do not recall this being the case from when I have been out >there. For your information Fouad Shoukry from the Division will not be at >the TTAC Meeting since he will be at TRB on the 12th. > > > >Thanks, > > > > > >Bill Austin, AICP > >Executive Director > >Morgantown Monongalia MPO > >180 Hart Field Road > >Morgantown, WVA 26508 > >304-291-9571 > >304-692-7225 Mobile > > > > > > > >From: Warner, Richard L [mailto:Richard.L.Warner@wv.gov] >Sent: Monday, January 04, 2010 1:37 PM >To: Bill Austin; Lewis, Ray C >Cc: Robinson, Bill C; Hudson, Jim E >Subject: FW: Morgantown Bike Lane > > > >Bill and Ray, > > FYI, Jim Hudson has reviewed the City's Monongahela Boulevard bike >lane proposal and has generated the comments below. Jim is the primary >author of the WVDOT/DOH statewide bicycle/pedestrian plan that is undergoing >internal review prior to its official release for public review. In addition >to his other responsibilities, Jim also assists Bill Robinson in his duties >as WVDOT/DOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator and has a background in law >enforcement in Morgantown. These comments are intended for use as input to >further discussions regarding the proposed bike lane. Additional comments >from other reviewers may be supplied prior to the 1/12/10 TAC meeting (1:30 >pm at the MPO offices, Morgantown Municipal Airport). > >Ray, > > Please forward these comments to Cindy Cramer and Fouad Shoukry as >appropriate, and invite Mr. Shoukry to attend the TAC meeting. Per our >earlier discussion, I'm assuming that implementation details will ultimately >fall to him. > >--Richard > >_____________________________________________ >From: Hudson, Jim E >Sent: Monday, January 04, 2010 9:52 AM >To: Robinson, Bill C >Cc: Warner, Richard L; Keller, Perry J >Subject: Morgantown Bike Lane > >Bill, > >As I understand it, the proposed bicycle Lane in Morgantown includes one >bicycle "climbing" lane delineated on the existing shoulder on the hill side >of Monongahela Boulevard and some signs identifying it. Delineating the >lane and installation of the signage is to be entirely funded by some entity >other than WVDOH. I am not aware of who will be conducting or funding the >maintenance on the delineated bicycle lane or the signage related to it. > >There will be no effort to widen the shoulder or to delineate a bicycle lane >on the opposite side of the road (the PRT side) even though the shoulder on >that side are the same width as the shoulder on the hill side. It should be >noted that there are no entrances or exits to Monongahela Boulevard in this >segment except for one maintenance access for the PRT system on the side >opposite the proposal. Also, while the posted speed limit is 45 mph, >traffic frequently exceeds this by a significant amount. Finally, the only >"No Parking" signs I recall along this stretch of road are attached flat >against the fence between the PRT and the Boulevard. I do not recall any >"No Parking" signs on the hill side of the road where the proposed bicycle >lane is to be established. I definitely recall seeing several vehicles >parked along the hill side shoulder during basketball games, concerts and >other events at the WVU Coliseum. > >First, let me say that I am opposed to establishing a one way bicycle lane >on only one side of a street or road unless that street or road is also one >way. This can only "invite" bicyclists to ride against traffic in violation >of current traffic laws. In short I prefer a symmetrical bicycle lane on >both sides of the road. > >In the proposed situation on Monongahela Boulevard, the proposed directional >arrows on the pavement are insufficient as indicators of it being one way. >The origin or destination of the vast majority of the bicycle traffic along >this route will be on the same side of the boulevard as the proposed bicycle >lane. Few bicyclists will cross the four lane boulevard to ride with the >traffic when there is a designated bicycle lane on one side of the road. > >However, if WVDOH agrees to this proposed one way bicycle lane and the >subsequent narrowing of the shoulder on that side of the road, I think >additional signage to that proposed is necessary. "No Parking At Any Time" >signs (R7-201) should be installed along both sides of the road which are >clearly visible to motorists while driving. "Bicycle Specific Wrong Way" >signs (R5-1b) and "Ride With Traffic" (R9-3c) placards should be installed >on the reverse side of every "Bicycle Lane" (R3-17)sign proposed. > >In addition to the signage, I think the City of Morgantown and/or the MPO >and/or the WVDOH should mail a letter to the WVU Security Police, the >Morgantown City Police, The Monongalia County Sherriff's Office and the >Morgantown Detachment of the WV State Police requesting strict enforcement >of the traffic regulations relating to bicycles with an emphasis on >enforcing the bicycle related laws along this stretch of Monongahela >Boulevard. > >Thank you, > >Jim Hudson > >Community Development Specialist > >Building 5, Room 863 > >1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. > >Charleston, WV 25305-0430 > >(304) 558-9613 > >No virus found in this incoming message. >Checked by AVG - www.avg.com >Version: 9.0.725 / Virus Database: 270.14.123/2595 - Release Date: 01/04/10 >03:24:00 > > > > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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FW: FW: Morgantown Bike Lane
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Jan '10

05 Jan '10

-----Original Message----- From: director [mailto:director@positivespin.org] Sent: Tuesday, January 05, 2010 11:22 AM To: Frank Gmeindl Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] FW: Morgantown Bike Lane Frank, Comments.... 1) One comment comes to mind immediately. Jim Hudson tacitly condones motorists exceeding the speed limit, but insists that bicycling laws be strictly enforced (?!). Naturally everyone should be held equally accountable for knowing and following the laws. Speeding motorists make it harder for cyclists to ride safely by shortening decision times. 2) In Seattle there were several locations where 2-way bike lanes were installed along busy thoroughfares. In all cases a physical barrier (Jersey barriers, or a purpose-built concrete wall) was placed between the bike/ped traffic and the motor vehicle traffic. I road this route a few times when there was high speed traffic only a few feet away and instantly wished for a screen fence atop the barrier to prevent debris from getting kicked up from oncoming cars at the right-side cyclist. To make the lane without a barrier of some kind is going to get people hurt. 3) It isn't clear to me where the bike lane will start/end. Is there a plan for safe entrance and exit to the lane at the ends? 4) I agree that a 2-way bike lane on both sides of the boulevard (is this what Jim means by "symmetrical"?) would be a good idea, again assuming a physical barrier between bike/auto traffic and that space permits it. Was there a reason this wasn't proposed? If these questions have already been answered please let me know where I can find the info. Thanks for doing such a diligent and effective job at researching and sharing this information. Sincerely, Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> Date: Tue, 05 Jan 2010 10:45:10 -0500 >Bicycle Board Members, > > > >Any comments? > > > >Frank > >Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > >From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] >Sent: Tuesday, January 05, 2010 9:39 AM >To: 'Damien Davis'; 'Terry Hough'; fgmeindl(a)verizon.net >Subject: FW: Morgantown Bike Lane > > > >Damien, Terry, Frank, > > > >Please find below one preliminary response from DOH on the Monongalia >Boulevard Bike Lane. We should be prepared to discuss the concerns expressed >at the upcoming TTAC meeting. I do have a question about the statement that >the shoulder is the same width on both sides of the Boulevard in the >comment. I do not recall this being the case from when I have been out >there. For your information Fouad Shoukry from the Division will not be at >the TTAC Meeting since he will be at TRB on the 12th. > > > >Thanks, > > > > > >Bill Austin, AICP > >Executive Director > >Morgantown Monongalia MPO > >180 Hart Field Road > >Morgantown, WVA 26508 > >304-291-9571 > >304-692-7225 Mobile > > > > > > > >From: Warner, Richard L [mailto:Richard.L.Warner@wv.gov] >Sent: Monday, January 04, 2010 1:37 PM >To: Bill Austin; Lewis, Ray C >Cc: Robinson, Bill C; Hudson, Jim E >Subject: FW: Morgantown Bike Lane > > > >Bill and Ray, > > FYI, Jim Hudson has reviewed the City's Monongahela Boulevard bike >lane proposal and has generated the comments below. Jim is the primary >author of the WVDOT/DOH statewide bicycle/pedestrian plan that is undergoing >internal review prior to its official release for public review. In addition >to his other responsibilities, Jim also assists Bill Robinson in his duties >as WVDOT/DOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator and has a background in law >enforcement in Morgantown. These comments are intended for use as input to >further discussions regarding the proposed bike lane. Additional comments >from other reviewers may be supplied prior to the 1/12/10 TAC meeting (1:30 >pm at the MPO offices, Morgantown Municipal Airport). > >Ray, > > Please forward these comments to Cindy Cramer and Fouad Shoukry as >appropriate, and invite Mr. Shoukry to attend the TAC meeting. Per our >earlier discussion, I'm assuming that implementation details will ultimately >fall to him. > >--Richard > >_____________________________________________ >From: Hudson, Jim E >Sent: Monday, January 04, 2010 9:52 AM >To: Robinson, Bill C >Cc: Warner, Richard L; Keller, Perry J >Subject: Morgantown Bike Lane > >Bill, > >As I understand it, the proposed bicycle Lane in Morgantown includes one >bicycle "climbing" lane delineated on the existing shoulder on the hill side >of Monongahela Boulevard and some signs identifying it. Delineating the >lane and installation of the signage is to be entirely funded by some entity >other than WVDOH. I am not aware of who will be conducting or funding the >maintenance on the delineated bicycle lane or the signage related to it. > >There will be no effort to widen the shoulder or to delineate a bicycle lane >on the opposite side of the road (the PRT side) even though the shoulder on >that side are the same width as the shoulder on the hill side. It should be >noted that there are no entrances or exits to Monongahela Boulevard in this >segment except for one maintenance access for the PRT system on the side >opposite the proposal. Also, while the posted speed limit is 45 mph, >traffic frequently exceeds this by a significant amount. Finally, the only >"No Parking" signs I recall along this stretch of road are attached flat >against the fence between the PRT and the Boulevard. I do not recall any >"No Parking" signs on the hill side of the road where the proposed bicycle >lane is to be established. I definitely recall seeing several vehicles >parked along the hill side shoulder during basketball games, concerts and >other events at the WVU Coliseum. > >First, let me say that I am opposed to establishing a one way bicycle lane >on only one side of a street or road unless that street or road is also one >way. This can only "invite" bicyclists to ride against traffic in violation >of current traffic laws. In short I prefer a symmetrical bicycle lane on >both sides of the road. > >In the proposed situation on Monongahela Boulevard, the proposed directional >arrows on the pavement are insufficient as indicators of it being one way. >The origin or destination of the vast majority of the bicycle traffic along >this route will be on the same side of the boulevard as the proposed bicycle >lane. Few bicyclists will cross the four lane boulevard to ride with the >traffic when there is a designated bicycle lane on one side of the road. > >However, if WVDOH agrees to this proposed one way bicycle lane and the >subsequent narrowing of the shoulder on that side of the road, I think >additional signage to that proposed is necessary. "No Parking At Any Time" >signs (R7-201) should be installed along both sides of the road which are >clearly visible to motorists while driving. "Bicycle Specific Wrong Way" >signs (R5-1b) and "Ride With Traffic" (R9-3c) placards should be installed >on the reverse side of every "Bicycle Lane" (R3-17)sign proposed. > >In addition to the signage, I think the City of Morgantown and/or the MPO >and/or the WVDOH should mail a letter to the WVU Security Police, the >Morgantown City Police, The Monongalia County Sherriff's Office and the >Morgantown Detachment of the WV State Police requesting strict enforcement >of the traffic regulations relating to bicycles with an emphasis on >enforcing the bicycle related laws along this stretch of Monongahela >Boulevard. > >Thank you, > >Jim Hudson > >Community Development Specialist > >Building 5, Room 863 > >1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. > >Charleston, WV 25305-0430 > >(304) 558-9613 > >No virus found in this incoming message. >Checked by AVG - www.avg.com >Version: 9.0.725 / Virus Database: 270.14.123/2595 - Release Date: 01/04/10 >03:24:00 > > > > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Re: [Bikeboard] FW: Morgantown Bike Lane
by Chip Wamsley 05 Jan '10

05 Jan '10

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> Date: Tue, 05 Jan 2010 10:45:10 -0500 To all, I agree that most traffic would be on the hill side, not the PRT side and something other than pavement arrows would be a good idea to discourage people from trying to use that lane for descending, a very dangerous situation indeed. I think better no parking signs would also be necessary. I don't agree that all bike lanes should be symmetrical and hill climbing lanes serve a real purpose in towns with topography like Morgantown. It was also encouraging that he didn't totally dismiss the plan but gave some thoughtful criticism. Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > > > >Any comments? > > > >Frank > >Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > > >From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] >Sent: Tuesday, January 05, 2010 9:39 AM >To: 'Damien Davis'; 'Terry Hough'; fgmeindl(a)verizon.net >Subject: FW: Morgantown Bike Lane > > > >Damien, Terry, Frank, > > > >Please find below one preliminary response from DOH on the Monongalia >Boulevard Bike Lane. We should be prepared to discuss the concerns expressed >at the upcoming TTAC meeting. I do have a question about the statement that >the shoulder is the same width on both sides of the Boulevard in the >comment. I do not recall this being the case from when I have been out >there. For your information Fouad Shoukry from the Division will not be at >the TTAC Meeting since he will be at TRB on the 12th. > > > >Thanks, > > > > > >Bill Austin, AICP > >Executive Director > >Morgantown Monongalia MPO > >180 Hart Field Road > >Morgantown, WVA 26508 > >304-291-9571 > >304-692-7225 Mobile > > > > > > > >From: Warner, Richard L [mailto:Richard.L.Warner@wv.gov] >Sent: Monday, January 04, 2010 1:37 PM >To: Bill Austin; Lewis, Ray C >Cc: Robinson, Bill C; Hudson, Jim E >Subject: FW: Morgantown Bike Lane > > > >Bill and Ray, > > FYI, Jim Hudson has reviewed the City's Monongahela Boulevard bike >lane proposal and has generated the comments below. Jim is the primary >author of the WVDOT/DOH statewide bicycle/pedestrian plan that is undergoing >internal review prior to its official release for public review. In addition >to his other responsibilities, Jim also assists Bill Robinson in his duties >as WVDOT/DOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator and has a background in law >enforcement in Morgantown. These comments are intended for use as input to >further discussions regarding the proposed bike lane. Additional comments >from other reviewers may be supplied prior to the 1/12/10 TAC meeting (1:30 >pm at the MPO offices, Morgantown Municipal Airport). > >Ray, > > Please forward these comments to Cindy Cramer and Fouad Shoukry as >appropriate, and invite Mr. Shoukry to attend the TAC meeting. Per our >earlier discussion, I'm assuming that implementation details will ultimately >fall to him. > >--Richard > >_____________________________________________ >From: Hudson, Jim E >Sent: Monday, January 04, 2010 9:52 AM >To: Robinson, Bill C >Cc: Warner, Richard L; Keller, Perry J >Subject: Morgantown Bike Lane > >Bill, > >As I understand it, the proposed bicycle Lane in Morgantown includes one >bicycle "climbing" lane delineated on the existing shoulder on the hill side >of Monongahela Boulevard and some signs identifying it. Delineating the >lane and installation of the signage is to be entirely funded by some entity >other than WVDOH. I am not aware of who will be conducting or funding the >maintenance on the delineated bicycle lane or the signage related to it. > >There will be no effort to widen the shoulder or to delineate a bicycle lane >on the opposite side of the road (the PRT side) even though the shoulder on >that side are the same width as the shoulder on the hill side. It should be >noted that there are no entrances or exits to Monongahela Boulevard in this >segment except for one maintenance access for the PRT system on the side >opposite the proposal. Also, while the posted speed limit is 45 mph, >traffic frequently exceeds this by a significant amount. Finally, the only >"No Parking" signs I recall along this stretch of road are attached flat >against the fence between the PRT and the Boulevard. I do not recall any >"No Parking" signs on the hill side of the road where the proposed bicycle >lane is to be established. I definitely recall seeing several vehicles >parked along the hill side shoulder during basketball games, concerts and >other events at the WVU Coliseum. > >First, let me say that I am opposed to establishing a one way bicycle lane >on only one side of a street or road unless that street or road is also one >way. This can only "invite" bicyclists to ride against traffic in violation >of current traffic laws. In short I prefer a symmetrical bicycle lane on >both sides of the road. > >In the proposed situation on Monongahela Boulevard, the proposed directional >arrows on the pavement are insufficient as indicators of it being one way. >The origin or destination of the vast majority of the bicycle traffic along >this route will be on the same side of the boulevard as the proposed bicycle >lane. Few bicyclists will cross the four lane boulevard to ride with the >traffic when there is a designated bicycle lane on one side of the road. > >However, if WVDOH agrees to this proposed one way bicycle lane and the >subsequent narrowing of the shoulder on that side of the road, I think >additional signage to that proposed is necessary. "No Parking At Any Time" >signs (R7-201) should be installed along both sides of the road which are >clearly visible to motorists while driving. "Bicycle Specific Wrong Way" >signs (R5-1b) and "Ride With Traffic" (R9-3c) placards should be installed >on the reverse side of every "Bicycle Lane" (R3-17)sign proposed. > >In addition to the signage, I think the City of Morgantown and/or the MPO >and/or the WVDOH should mail a letter to the WVU Security Police, the >Morgantown City Police, The Monongalia County Sherriff's Office and the >Morgantown Detachment of the WV State Police requesting strict enforcement >of the traffic regulations relating to bicycles with an emphasis on >enforcing the bicycle related laws along this stretch of Monongahela >Boulevard. > >Thank you, > >Jim Hudson > >Community Development Specialist > >Building 5, Room 863 > >1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. > >Charleston, WV 25305-0430 > >(304) 558-9613 > >No virus found in this incoming message. >Checked by AVG - www.avg.com >Version: 9.0.725 / Virus Database: 270.14.123/2595 - Release Date: 01/04/10 >03:24:00 > > > > > >

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FW: Morgantown Bike Lane
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Jan '10

05 Jan '10

Bicycle Board Members, Any comments? Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles From: Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] Sent: Tuesday, January 05, 2010 9:39 AM To: 'Damien Davis'; 'Terry Hough'; fgmeindl(a)verizon.net Subject: FW: Morgantown Bike Lane Damien, Terry, Frank, Please find below one preliminary response from DOH on the Monongalia Boulevard Bike Lane. We should be prepared to discuss the concerns expressed at the upcoming TTAC meeting. I do have a question about the statement that the shoulder is the same width on both sides of the Boulevard in the comment. I do not recall this being the case from when I have been out there. For your information Fouad Shoukry from the Division will not be at the TTAC Meeting since he will be at TRB on the 12th. Thanks, Bill Austin, AICP Executive Director Morgantown Monongalia MPO 180 Hart Field Road Morgantown, WVA 26508 304-291-9571 304-692-7225 Mobile From: Warner, Richard L [mailto:Richard.L.Warner@wv.gov] Sent: Monday, January 04, 2010 1:37 PM To: Bill Austin; Lewis, Ray C Cc: Robinson, Bill C; Hudson, Jim E Subject: FW: Morgantown Bike Lane Bill and Ray, FYI, Jim Hudson has reviewed the City's Monongahela Boulevard bike lane proposal and has generated the comments below. Jim is the primary author of the WVDOT/DOH statewide bicycle/pedestrian plan that is undergoing internal review prior to its official release for public review. In addition to his other responsibilities, Jim also assists Bill Robinson in his duties as WVDOT/DOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator and has a background in law enforcement in Morgantown. These comments are intended for use as input to further discussions regarding the proposed bike lane. Additional comments from other reviewers may be supplied prior to the 1/12/10 TAC meeting (1:30 pm at the MPO offices, Morgantown Municipal Airport). Ray, Please forward these comments to Cindy Cramer and Fouad Shoukry as appropriate, and invite Mr. Shoukry to attend the TAC meeting. Per our earlier discussion, I'm assuming that implementation details will ultimately fall to him. --Richard _____________________________________________ From: Hudson, Jim E Sent: Monday, January 04, 2010 9:52 AM To: Robinson, Bill C Cc: Warner, Richard L; Keller, Perry J Subject: Morgantown Bike Lane Bill, As I understand it, the proposed bicycle Lane in Morgantown includes one bicycle "climbing" lane delineated on the existing shoulder on the hill side of Monongahela Boulevard and some signs identifying it. Delineating the lane and installation of the signage is to be entirely funded by some entity other than WVDOH. I am not aware of who will be conducting or funding the maintenance on the delineated bicycle lane or the signage related to it. There will be no effort to widen the shoulder or to delineate a bicycle lane on the opposite side of the road (the PRT side) even though the shoulder on that side are the same width as the shoulder on the hill side. It should be noted that there are no entrances or exits to Monongahela Boulevard in this segment except for one maintenance access for the PRT system on the side opposite the proposal. Also, while the posted speed limit is 45 mph, traffic frequently exceeds this by a significant amount. Finally, the only "No Parking" signs I recall along this stretch of road are attached flat against the fence between the PRT and the Boulevard. I do not recall any "No Parking" signs on the hill side of the road where the proposed bicycle lane is to be established. I definitely recall seeing several vehicles parked along the hill side shoulder during basketball games, concerts and other events at the WVU Coliseum. First, let me say that I am opposed to establishing a one way bicycle lane on only one side of a street or road unless that street or road is also one way. This can only "invite" bicyclists to ride against traffic in violation of current traffic laws. In short I prefer a symmetrical bicycle lane on both sides of the road. In the proposed situation on Monongahela Boulevard, the proposed directional arrows on the pavement are insufficient as indicators of it being one way. The origin or destination of the vast majority of the bicycle traffic along this route will be on the same side of the boulevard as the proposed bicycle lane. Few bicyclists will cross the four lane boulevard to ride with the traffic when there is a designated bicycle lane on one side of the road. However, if WVDOH agrees to this proposed one way bicycle lane and the subsequent narrowing of the shoulder on that side of the road, I think additional signage to that proposed is necessary. "No Parking At Any Time" signs (R7-201) should be installed along both sides of the road which are clearly visible to motorists while driving. "Bicycle Specific Wrong Way" signs (R5-1b) and "Ride With Traffic" (R9-3c) placards should be installed on the reverse side of every "Bicycle Lane" (R3-17)sign proposed. In addition to the signage, I think the City of Morgantown and/or the MPO and/or the WVDOH should mail a letter to the WVU Security Police, the Morgantown City Police, The Monongalia County Sherriff's Office and the Morgantown Detachment of the WV State Police requesting strict enforcement of the traffic regulations relating to bicycles with an emphasis on enforcing the bicycle related laws along this stretch of Monongahela Boulevard. Thank you, Jim Hudson Community Development Specialist Building 5, Room 863 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. Charleston, WV 25305-0430 (304) 558-9613 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.725 / Virus Database: 270.14.123/2595 - Release Date: 01/04/10 03:24:00

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Bicycle Board meeting Thursday
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Jan '10

03 Jan '10

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a tentative agenda for this Thursday's meeting. There's not much on it because I'm waiting to hear from several members to whom I sent e-mails asking if they want to be on the agenda. I will issue an update when I hear from them. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles

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Re: [Bikeboard] Motorist Ed
by director 29 Dec '09

29 Dec '09

Frank, You probably don't want to lengthen your list, but there are 2 lessons I like to stress that might eliminate some of the other problems. These are DO's rather than DON'Ts 1) Drive at or below the posted speed limit. This gives everyone more time to predict, prevent and react to unpredicted incidents. 2) Keep off the cellphone (or have a passenger handle the call) while you are driving. Focus on driving and do everything else before you start or after you're stopped (makeup, putting on seatbelt, etc...) If an unpredicted emergency comes up, stop at the nearest safe place and deal with it out of traffic. Now for the stuff you asked for... > 1. Leave at least 3 feet of passing space between the right side of > your vehicle and a bicyclist. On Fayette St last week a car passed me in the 50ft before the light at Spruce St, forcing me into the door zone. As near as I could tell he was rushing to get through the light before it turned red, which was silly since you can turn left on red there. > 2. Pass only when you can see that it's clear far enough ahead to be > able to complete the pass before traffic comes. This happened to me approaching the intersection in Suncrest where Laurel St. comes to University Ave (across from Pocohontas). I was forced into the ditch, fortunately at low speed. > 3. Don't pass a cyclist and then cut them off. This happened to me on Mon Blvd at the intersection with 8th St. A driver in a big pickup truck passed me and then turned right in front of me, forcing me to brake evasively. I noticed he was on his cellphone. > 4. Look both ways for cyclists before pulling out of an intersection, driveway or alley. Cyclists are hard to see. Cyclists riding far to the right can be obscured by vegetation or parked cars. Look for cyclists on sidewalks, too. This has happened too many times for me remember. I think the intersection of Fayette St with Spruce St is probably a good example since building corners obscure the view of street and sidewalk. ========================================================= at this point it's late and I'm tired. I'll try for the rest tomorrow. Thanks for your diligence on this and other issues. ========================================================= > 5. When turning left, yield to oncoming cyclists just as you would > yield to an oncoming motorist. Look for oncoming cyclists. > Cyclists are hard to see. Cyclists riding far to the right can be obscured by passing cars. > 6. Watch for cyclist hand signals and lane position that indicate > that they are going to stop, turn right, go straight or turn left. > 7. Before opening your car door, look behind you for cyclists. > >Perhaps one way to think about this is to recall when and where you >almost crashed (or did crash :-( ) because a motorist didn't practice >one of these lessons. (For example, cars always seems to pass me really >close on Pleasant St. between So. Univ. and High St. even when I'm in >the middle of the right lane. So, that stretch might be a good example >of where they should leave 3 feet.) > >Thanks to Marilyn for leading the effort to get bicycling in the >Driver's Ed curriculum! > >Frank >/Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ > > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Motorist Ed
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Dec '09

28 Dec '09

Bicycle Board Members, On February 15, Bicycle Board Education Committee members will be teaching the 4 Mon County Schools Driver's Ed Teachers how to teach their students how to drive around bicycles. To give them memorable mental images, we would like to cite specific locations around Morgantown at which each lesson could be applied. For example, Spruce St. would be an example of a place where a motorist could avoid colliding with a cyclist riding on the sidewalk if the motorist looked both ways before exiting a parking lot. Below, I've listed some of the lessons. If any of them remind you of a location at which proper practice of the lesson would be especially easy to visualize, I'd appreciate your telling me the location. 1. Leave at least 3 feet of passing space between the right side of your vehicle and a bicyclist. 2. Pass only when you can see that it's clear far enough ahead to be able to complete the pass before traffic comes. 3. Don't pass a cyclist and then cut them off. 4. Look both ways for cyclists before pulling out of an intersection, driveway or alley. Cyclists are hard to see. Cyclists riding far to the right can be obscured by vegetation or parked cars. Look for cyclists on sidewalks, too. 5. When turning left, yield to oncoming cyclists just as you would yield to an oncoming motorist. Look for oncoming cyclists. Cyclists are hard to see. Cyclists riding far to the right can be obscured by passing cars. 6. Watch for cyclist hand signals and lane position that indicate that they are going to stop, turn right, go straight or turn left. 7. Before opening your car door, look behind you for cyclists. Perhaps one way to think about this is to recall when and where you almost crashed (or did crash :-( ) because a motorist didn't practice one of these lessons. (For example, cars always seems to pass me really close on Pleasant St. between So. Univ. and High St. even when I'm in the middle of the right lane. So, that stretch might be a good example of where they should leave 3 feet.) Thanks to Marilyn for leading the effort to get bicycling in the Driver's Ed curriculum! Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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TS 101 on-line
by Frank Gmeindl 22 Dec '09

22 Dec '09

Bicycle Board Members, Now, you can take the classroom parts of the LAB course, Traffic Skills 101 on-line at your convenience. Finding 9 hours to take the Traffic Skills 101 class has always been the biggest obstacle to making the class happen. A couple weeks ago, we pilot tested a new arrangement that lets you complete about half the course on-line at your convenience and then the other half on your bike with a group. Recently, gunnar suggested that now would be a good time for Bicycle Board members to renew their understanding of traffic bicycling best practices. He even suggested that he'd like to take the course again since it was 2007 when we took it. Also, 5 of the current Bicycle Board members have not had the course so, when it comes to Bicycle Board road-oriented business, we risk spinning our wheels. So, I'm inviting you to complete the on-line course at your convenience between now and January 9 and then to bring your bike to WVU Coliseum Room 252 at 9 am on Saturday, January 9 where we will do parking lot drills and then go out on the road to test what you learned from the on-line course. We'll wrap up with lunch at Qdoba where we can review the day's fun. (If the roads are slick or the temp is below freezing, we'll reschedule.) I also encourage those of you that have completed Road I or Traffic Skills 101 to take the on-line course and tell me what you think of it compared to your face-to-face classroom experience in the course. Participating in the parking lot and road drills would be fun, too. The on-line course is at http://www.bikeed.org . If you complete the course and plan on taking the "hands-on" part, print your on-line test score results and bring them with you to the Coliseum. Passing the 4 on-line tests with a minimum score of 70 is a pre-requisite for the road work. To get a certificate of completion from the League of American Bicyclists, you have to complete and return to me the attached registration form. I will need it before January 2. Alternatively, if you want to register on-line, go to http://www.morgantown.com/Confident-cycling.htm . As you go through the registration process there, I'd appreciate your comments on the process since it's a work in progress. Happy Holidays! Frank LCI #1703 /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Lane positioning
by Frank Gmeindl 22 Dec '09

22 Dec '09

Bicycle Board Members, The video at http://vimeo.com/7949969 produced by the Chicago Transit Authority is supposed to teach cyclists how to ride around buses and to teach bus drivers how to drive around cyclists but I found it most interesting to see how proper cyclist lane positioning can avoid so many hazards. Enjoy! Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Re: [Bikeboard] Main Street Granville
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Dec '09

21 Dec '09

Bill, Thank you for speaking on behalf of cyclists and for inviting our input. By copy of this message, I pass your invitation on to the Bicycle Board and ask them to provide their recommendations to me. I will roll them up, run the roll-up by the Board and send it to you. I personally am delighted with your response to them. Unfortunately, the scope being limited to the stretch between Dents Run and the Post Office doesn't address the worst problem bicyclists have coming into and leaving Granville. That is the railroad tracks heading north on Main St. and the huge potholes coming south into Granville. The transition from pavement to tracks is often riddled with huge holes and the elevation of the tracks above the pavement is often high enough to destroy a wheel and cause a crash. Water bottles popping out of their cages there is a common occurrence. The huge bone jarring wheel-damaging potholes coming south into Granville force cyclists to thread a swerving line between them. Of course, the root cause is that this roadway does not have sufficient strength and toughness for the trucks that travel it. The roadway within the scope of their project is just fine for cyclists. It's already wide and smooth enough. Putting money into striping a bike lane on it would be absurd when to get to it, cyclists must exercise all their skill, strength and toughness just to avoid destroying their machine, swerving in front of an overtaking motor vehicle or falling down. Since you need the input by next Tuesday night, I ask the Bicycle Board members to send me their input by next Monday. Thanks again for working on behalf of bicyclists! Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ On 12/17/2009 3:26 PM, Bill Austin wrote: > > Frank, > > > > The Town of Granville has received an enhancement grant for > sidewalk/street lighting improvements on Main Street from the Dent's > Run Creek Bridge to the post office. The Town met with DOH today and > they seemed to be very receptive to the Town's desires. The Town > wishes to be sensitive to the needs of cyclists as well as pedestrians > and they had an interest in bike lanes. In discussing the issue with > them I have suggested that providing slightly wider lanes and Share > the Road signs may be of better service to cyclists. > > > > I told the Town I would contact your group for any feedback you may > have on this issue. The Town Council will be considering this matter > in more depth on Tuesday night. Thank you for your assistance in this > matter. > > > > > > > > Bill Austin, AICP > > Executive Director > > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > > 180 Hart Field Road > > Morgantown, WVA 26508 > > 304-291-9571 > > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > >

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Slideshow
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Dec '09

21 Dec '09

Bicycle Board Members, The attached slide show shows various treatments around the world for bike routes, paths and trails. I received this from the Maryland DOT Director of Bicycle and Pedestrian Access. I'm forwarding it to you because just flipping through the slides in about a minute has some interesting pics. Many of the slides also might trigger some ideas about things we're working on such as bike routes and education. Happy Holidays! Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Secretary LaHood promotes Safe Routes to Schools
by director 20 Dec '09

20 Dec '09

Good morning, On Thursday the transportation secretary cited the Safe Routes to Schools partners and their accomplishments at improving the safety, health and independence of school-age children in his daily blog. http://fastlane.dot.gov/2009/12/new-report-points-the-way-to-safe-routes-to… Note that 20-30% of daily rush-hour car trips are school-related. I would expect that the number in Morgantown is much higher since all schools I know of (except WVU) actively discourage biking/walking. Naturally the way to improve our numbers would be education (driver and biker/walker) as well as infrastructure improvements. Positive Spin would be interested in working with anyone on the board (or in the community at-large) in developing proposals to do so. We're making our plans for 2010 at this time and we'd like this to be a big part of them. Thanks, Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Get Ready to Spend $800 Million on Biking & Walking NOW
by director 20 Dec '09

20 Dec '09

Good morning, I received notice of this pending federal legislation from the Alliance for Biking and Walking. (sorry for the long link) I think the campus connector (and other bike/ped amenities) might qualify and I'd be happy to work with anyone on the board to prepare a proposal. Nick http://campaign.constantcontact.com/render?v=001PxvKDHU1N4rpBZIxDDB6C9EeamT… -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Re: [Bikeboard] Portland bicycle count drops
by Chip Wamsley 17 Dec '09

17 Dec '09

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> Date: Thu, 17 Dec 2009 13:55:34 -0500 All, Just reading the initial numbers which indicate a 6% drop I guessed the main causes to be unemployment increase and gas price decrease, which the the folks of Portland figured on as well. Considering their huge increases hitting a plateau is inevitable. What would really be interesting are the missing numbers, those relating to car counts at the same points and their yearly fluctuations. Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > >Some members cite something Portland's doing and then say we should do >that here because Portland has seen a huge increase in trips by bike. >The article in Willamette Week >http://wweek.com/editorial/3606/13475/#comments_add says this year, >Portland's bicycle trip numbers have dropped. Now everyone's wondering >why. > >The reason I send this article is to caution us to have valid data or at >least sound logic before we proceed to implement ideas. Some people >have credited Portland's bike lanes, bike boxes and bike routes for the >increased bike trip numbers but fail to recognize that at the same time, >the City ran an extensive education campaign. One problem with changing >many things at the same time is that it's difficult to relate the >results to the changes. Perhaps the number of trips by bike would have >climbed much more if they only did the bike routes and not the bike >lanes, bike boxes and education. Who knows? > >Frank >/Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ > > > >

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Portland bicycle count drops
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Dec '09

17 Dec '09

Bicycle Board Members, Some members cite something Portland's doing and then say we should do that here because Portland has seen a huge increase in trips by bike. The article in Willamette Week http://wweek.com/editorial/3606/13475/#comments_add says this year, Portland's bicycle trip numbers have dropped. Now everyone's wondering why. The reason I send this article is to caution us to have valid data or at least sound logic before we proceed to implement ideas. Some people have credited Portland's bike lanes, bike boxes and bike routes for the increased bike trip numbers but fail to recognize that at the same time, the City ran an extensive education campaign. One problem with changing many things at the same time is that it's difficult to relate the results to the changes. Perhaps the number of trips by bike would have climbed much more if they only did the bike routes and not the bike lanes, bike boxes and education. Who knows? Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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New MUTCD approved by FHWA
by Frank Gmeindl 17 Dec '09

17 Dec '09

Bicycle Board Members, The Federal Highway Administration has approved and released the new MUTCD that legitimizes Shared Lane Markings (Sharrows, Chevrons) and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs. Recall that the WVDOH retracted their approval of our plan to install SLMs and BMUFL signs because these weren't in the currently used 2003 MUTCD. The WVDOH people told me that they can't use the new MUTCD until the WV legislature tells them to. Does anybody know how to expedite that? Any other ideas on how we can use the FHWA's issuance of the new MUTCD to get WVDOH to approve our plan? The FHWA web site, http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/ says: "On December 16, 2009 a final rule adopting the 2009 Edition of the MUTCD was published in the Federal Register. States must adopt the 2009 National MUTCD as their legal State standard for traffic control devices within two years." The Federal Register notice, which provides detailed discussion of the FHWA's decisions on major changes from the 2003 edition, can be viewed at *http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/pdf/E9-28322.pdf* <http://wwwcf.fhwa.dot.gov/exit.cfm?link=http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/…> (PDF, 716KB). To view the 2009 MUTCD and other related information, go to *http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/kno_2009.htm*. FYI, I copied and pasted the sections on SLMs and BMUFL signs below. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles *Section 9C.07 Shared Lane Marking* Option: 01 The Shared Lane Marking shown in Figure 9C-9 may be used to: A. Assist bicyclists with lateral positioning in a shared lane with on-street parallel parking in order to reduce the chance of a bicyclist's impacting the open door of a parked vehicle, B. Assist bicyclists with lateral positioning in lanes that are too narrow for a motor vehicle and a bicycle to travel side by side within the same traffic lane, C. Alert road users of the lateral location bicyclists are likely to occupy within the traveled way, D. Encourage safe passing of bicyclists by motorists, and E. Reduce the incidence of wrong-way bicycling. Guidance: 02 The Shared Lane Marking should not be placed on roadways that have a speed limit above 35 mph. Standard: 03 Shared Lane Markings shall not be used on shoulders or in designated bicycle lanes. Guidance: 04 If used in a shared lane with on-street parallel parking, Shared Lane Markings should be placed so that the centers of the markings are at least 11 feet from the face of the curb, or from the edge of the pavement where there is no curb. 05 If used on a street without on-street parking that has an outside travel lane that is less than 14 feet wide, the centers of the Shared Lane Markings should be at least 4 feet from the face of the curb, or from the edge of the pavement where there is no curb. 06 If used, the Shared Lane Marking should be placed immediately after an intersection and spaced at intervals not greater than 250 feet thereafter. Option: 07 Section 9B.06 describes a Bicycles May Use Full Lane sign that may be used in addition to or instead of the Shared Lane Marking to inform road users that bicyclists might occupy the travel lane. *Section 9B.06 Bicycles May Use Full Lane Sign (R4-11)*Option: 01 The Bicycles May Use Full Lane (R4-11) sign (see Figure 9B-2) may be used on roadways where no bicycle lanes or adjacent shoulders usable by bicyclists are present and where travel lanes are too narrow for bicyclists and motor vehicles to operate side by side. 02 The Bicycles May Use Full Lane sign may be used in locations where it is important to inform road users that bicyclists might occupy the travel lane. 03 Section 9C.07 describes a Shared Lane Marking that may be used in addition to or instead of the Bicycles May Use Full Lane sign to inform road users that bicyclists might occupy the travel lane. Support: 04 The Uniform Vehicle Code (UVC) defines a "substandard width lane" as a "lane that is too narrow for a bicycle and a vehicle to travel safely side by side within the same lane." /

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Bike Route Meeting - Tuesday the 11th
by Derek Springston 15 Dec '09

15 Dec '09

Hello all, I reserved the Public Safety Center Conference Room for Tuesday, December 15th from 6pm-8pm for the Bike Route Map meeting. Please join us if you wish to contribute. Have a nice day, ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141665/direct/01/

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December minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 14 Dec '09

14 Dec '09

Attached, please find the December minutes of the Bicycle Board. Thank you, BETSY SHOGREN

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Campus Connector
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Dec '09

10 Dec '09

Bicycle Board Members, If you have any comments on the attached files, please reply-all. Unless your address is on Damien's To: or CC: list, please do not reply to him or other members of his lists. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ -------- Original Message -------- Date: Thu, 10 Dec 2009 11:15:34 -0500 From: Damien Davis <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> To: Dan Boroff <dboroff(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, <rnutter(a)wvu.edu>, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net>, <psteel(a)access.k12.wv.us>, <thorny53(a)verizon.net>, <kmartis(a)wvu.edu> CC: Terry Hough <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, Barbara Shellito <bshellito(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Attached are a map and list of properties and owners that could potentially be affected by the proposed campus connector. If you have any questions or comments feel free to contact me at the number below. *J. Damien Davis, EIT, 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] misc
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Dec '09

09 Dec '09

Aira, I'm copying the Bicycle Board members on this and asking them to reply-all to this message with: 1. Any text they think should be on the logo 2. Any iconic local buildings that they think would appropriate for a background skyline 3. Their thoughts about changing the name of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ On 12/4/2009 11:25 AM, Aira Loren Burkhart wrote: > Frank, > > I just sent you that article because I thought it was neat, not as an > action item, just something aspire to in the future. > > I didn't receive the newsletter. Maybe they are getting sent to spam? > I did not see it in my spam folder, though. Please attach it and resend. > > Can you have the bike board email me about the text to appear on the > logo? If everyone is copied on the correspondence, I think an email > discussion will probably be reflective of everyone's ideas, at least > enough to get a start. Are there any iconic local buildings that the > board thinks would appropriate for a background skyline? (In a concept > with such a skyline. I'm not married to any particular concept.) > > Do you have an feeling about the name, aside from the procedural hoops > of suggesting such a change? Does it strike you as a good idea, or not > worth the hassle? > > thanks, > aira > > On Fri, Dec 4, 2009 at 11:14 AM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net > <mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net>> wrote: > > We'd need at least 14 feet of lane width to add a bike lane, green > or otherwise. I am not aware of any lanes that wide in Morgantown > or WV. The reason we advocated for sharrows (Shared Lane > Markings) is that they can be installed on lanes that are less > than 14 feet wide (at least 4 feet from the curb with no car > pakring or 11 feet the curb with on-street parking (MUTCD > standard) and when accompanied by Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs > can be effective. That's what we succeeded in getting through the > City and the State until there was a personnel change in the WVDOH > that resulted in their retracting their approval. Now, Janel is > leading a project intended to get that approval again. > > The BB will have to decide by consensus what the logo will > represent, i.e. whether or not it has the BB name. To change the > name of the Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board we will have to get > concurrence from the Traffic Commission that formed and governs > us. Attached are the Procedural Guidelines that define us. > Please also be aware that the BB's vision states: "All Morgantown > residents can enjoy bicycling safely and fearlessly anywhere, > anytime, for any reason. " > > Aira, last night, I sent you the Bicycle Board's November report > to the Traffic Commission. The report is organized by the E's. > You might also look at our application for a LAB Bicycle Friendly > Community award at > http://www.morgantown.com/bike-board-documents/BFC%20Application.zip > . The criteria for the award are the E's and reading through the > criteria provides a clear idea of what each E means. FYI, since we > applied for the award in 2008, the LAB added a 6th E: Equality. > The BB November report to the TC explains it. > > Frank > /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of > vehicles/ > > > > On 12/4/2009 10:41 AM, Aira Loren Burkhart wrote: >> Here is the Austin article I was talking about. I think the large >> painted road areas look very understandable to drivers and >> cyclists alike. >> http://www.austin360.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/austin/fitcity/entr… >> >> Also, will the logo depict the name as "Morgantown Bicycle >> Board"? My husband suggested that "Morgantown Bicycle Authority" >> (MBA) has more teeth to it. "Morgantown Bicycle Commission" also >> sounds somewhat more official than "Board" though less so than >> "Authority". >> >> Please send the newsletter with the "E" statements and also >> specify if you would like any kind of slogan incorporated into >> the "seal/logo" itself. >> >> Thanks! >> aira >> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org <mailto:Bikeboard@cheat.org> >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >

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Bike Route Map meeting....
by Derek Springston 07 Dec '09

07 Dec '09

Hey guys, Let's try hard to meet within the next week or two. Please reply to this ASAP, so we can determine the date, time, and place. The folks who were selected for this committee last night were: Gunnar Shogren, Chet Parsons, Ralph LaRue, Derek Springston, maybe Duncan Oliver, and maybe Ryan Post. Any other Bike Board members are welcome to attend. I am available on these days: Monday Dec. 7th - after 5pm Thurs. Dec. 10th - after 5pm Monday Dec. 14th - after 5pm Tues. Dec. 15th - after 5pm Please place your name next to any of these evenings that will work for you. If anyone else needs added to this email, please let me know. Thanks, ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells _________________________________________________________________ Windows Live Hotmail gives you a free,exclusive gift. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowslive/hotmail_bl1/hotmail_bl1.aspx?o…

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misc
by Aira Loren Burkhart 04 Dec '09

04 Dec '09

Here is the Austin article I was talking about. I think the large painted road areas look very understandable to drivers and cyclists alike. http://www.austin360.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/austin/fitcity/entr… Also, will the logo depict the name as "Morgantown Bicycle Board"? My husband suggested that "Morgantown Bicycle Authority" (MBA) has more teeth to it. "Morgantown Bicycle Commission" also sounds somewhat more official than "Board" though less so than "Authority". Please send the newsletter with the "E" statements and also specify if you would like any kind of slogan incorporated into the "seal/logo" itself. Thanks! aira

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Campus Connector
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Dec '09

03 Dec '09

Ken, Damien, Attached is the Campus Connector map that I promised to give Damien at last night's Traffic Commission meeting. I hope you can read it. I scanned it from a paper copy. I will try to get the original electronic file for you. The map shows property boundaries and a potential Campus Connector route. Whose property the Campus Connector goes over will depend on a detailed design of the Connector. A detailed design has not been done. Concerning right of way, Greg Good says, "I'm pretty sure there is not a right-of-way the whole way through. The city has tried sporadically to list ROW'S and more importantly the official abandonment of ROWs. But I don't think the latter effort is totally up to date or systematically recorded." Jenny Selin says, " * Grant Street right-of-way goes (paper street) all the way to the WVU property line, except for a little corner right before the WVU property line. At the end of the day there is a little corner that the Saab's own that used to be part of the right of way for Grant Street. At some point this was conveyed to the Saabs. We would need permission to cross that piece of property, or purchase it, or arrange for a right of way (on the property downhill of Grant Street right-of-way) with the owners of Bent Tree Apartments. We could potentially follow Grant Street right of way, low on the hill, (remembering to resolve our little corner problem) continuing to the University line and then make switchbacks up the hill (on the university property) to the Water Tower and the WVU Greenhouse. * An additional concern is the washed-out part of the hillside at the beginning of the Grant paper street. It would be difficult but probably not impossible to build trail there. It would be an excellent first-step for an engineer to examine this section. The Grant paper street area we are talking about is below the WVU steam line. The steam line is the walking route being used currently. * Another possibility....We could check out whether the right of way rights for the steam line could be renegotiated to include walkers (we would need to change the routing near the top of the hill because it is so steep). Perhaps a long shot, but worth considering. * The Saabs own the upper hillside and at some point will want access to their upper acreage. At that point we may be able to negotiate the right to cross their "triangle" in exchange for rights to an access road for their property (adjacent to the lower portion of the trail). Right now the Saab's parents have both died within a year (the father very recently) so I am not inclined to ask them in the near future. However this could be a transition point and so we could ask them first and then ask the Bent Tree Folks. Or ask both. * Bent Tree: The recommendation from their representative is to have money and a plan, or at least a concrete idea, and then contact them. Jimmy Manilla and a few others have said that they know the Bent Tree Folks and would be glad to approach them once we have a clear idea of what we want." I hope this helps to investigate and identify property ownership within the general alignment of the Connector so that an earnest discussion with the area property owners and the City could commence. Frank Gmeindl Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board

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aira will be slightly late again
by Aira Loren Burkhart 03 Dec '09

03 Dec '09

it's my friend's birthday (this is a year of thursday birthdays), so I will be at the blackbear beforehand. however, I am too concerned about the proposed cyclists-must-ride-in-path-provided proposed wv law to skip today. aira

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Campus Connector
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Dec '09

03 Dec '09

Greg, Jonathan, Jenny, Jake, I need to provide Damien Davis a map or maps that show the Campus Connector and the property lines under and adjacent to it. Can someone provide those to me in a format that I can send to Damien? At tonight's Traffic Commission meeting, the TC accepted our letter and passed a motion to request the City Manager to investigate and identify property ownership within the general alignment of the Connector. After I read the letter, Ken Martis said that the county property maps show who owns what property under and adjacent to the Campus Connector. Have any of you checked the property maps? He also said that the Planning Commission is pursuing the Campus Connector. He said that he thinks there is a right of way that can be used that avoids the property of any resistant owners (Saab). Ken is the Planning Commission representative on the TC and is a renowned WVU geography professor so he should know. In anticipation that the City Manager will assign the task to the Engineering Department, I agreed to give Damien Davis whatever information we already have on the Campus Connector planned route and property ownership boundaries. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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12/3 BB meeting agenda
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Dec '09

02 Dec '09

Bicycle Board Members, Attached, please find a zip folder that contains three documents: 1. Suggested agenda for tomorrow's, Thu 12/3 6:30 pm Bicycle Board meeting. 2. Minutes of our last meeting. 3. Procedural guidelines for working on the Bike Route Map. Please review these documents in preparation for the meeting, especially the Procedural Guidelines for working on the Bike Route Map so that we can make the best use of our time together. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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REI page
by Chet Parsons 30 Nov '09

30 Nov '09

All - just ran across this page randomly. Neat tips and tricks, plus there's a free iPhone app over on the right side if you're interested. http://www.rei.com/bikeyourdrive Chet

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BB report to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Nov '09

30 Nov '09

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a proposed November Bicycle Board report to the Traffic Commission. If you would like me to change anything in it, please reply ASAP. I intend to submit the report to the Traffic Commission secretary in time for her to have it first thing tomorrow morning. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Re: [Bikeboard] Campus Connector letter to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Nov '09

30 Nov '09

Chip, Jim, If I'm going to get this letter in front of the TC in time for Wednesday's meeting, I am going to submit it today as attached. I did not include Jim's recommended changes but it does include earlier changes recommended by Derek seconded by Chip and recommended by Jenny and by Don Spencer. I could not figure out how to work in Chip's recommendation about Jim's since adding "safe alternative convenient option" begs for additional explanation of "alternative to what?". Since Chip was the only BB member to contribute guidance, I assume the remaining BB members were OK with it as it was. If anybody can't live with this, please reply ASAP as I will submit something in time for the TC secretary to have it first thing tomorrow morning. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ On 11/25/2009 10:01 AM, Chip Wamsley wrote: > ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- > From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> > Date: Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:48:33 -0500 > > > Frank et al, > > safe alternative. . .convenient option. . .(combination of both?) > > Chip > > >> Jim, >> >> I'm going to need guidance from other BB members to decide what to do >> with your comments and questions. Personally, I would answer your first >> question, no, and your second question, yes. What do other BB members >> think? >> >> Of course, whether an option is "convenient" is a matter of subjective >> personal judgment. So is "safe", which you added. >> >> I must say that Hugh's original draft said, "The lack of a *viable* >> option to connect these two areas discourages citizens from using >> alternative modes such as walking and bicycling...". Having cycled >> frequently through downtown Morgantown and Evansdale for 30 years and >> having walked happily between Evansdale and downtown at least twice >> daily for 3 years, I opined that doing so is viable. I suggested >> replacing "viable" with "convenient" and Hugh accepted the change. >> >> Derek's change seconded by Chip was a simple grammatical improvement and >> thus easy to accept. >> >> Jonathan's change to omit language was easy to incorporate because as he >> explained, it would have weakened our argument to get the boundaries >> defined and was in fact outside the scope of the decision made at the >> last BB meeting which did not include funding. >> >> Jenny's change to add "water tower" to greenhouse for the destination >> clarified the destination which I understand is in the vicinity of these >> two landmarks. >> >> I will change the letter to say whatever is the consensus of the BB >> members. I incorporated Derek's, Jonathan's and Jenny's changes because >> I judged, hopefully correctly, that if we had adequate discussion of >> those changes the BB members would have agreed by consensus to include >> them. I don't have that confidence with your recommended changes, >> indeed, you did not propose an alternative to "compelled", therefore I >> ask for guidance from the BB members. >> >> Frank >> /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ >> >> On 11/23/2009 10:02 PM, jimrye_adelphia1(a)comcast.net wrote: >> >>> I am fine with sending the letter as is. However, I do raise a couple >>> of concerns with the introductory sentence. IâEUR^(TM)m not certain that >>> âEURoelack of a convenient option to connect these two areasâEUR? is entirely >>> true. The PRT does connect these two campuses and is a convenient >>> (and free) option to WVU students, faculty, and staff...except for >>> those time periods that it is not running. Instead, would it be >>> better to say something like âEURoelack of a safe and convenient >>> infrastructure for non-motorized transit between these two campusesâEUR¦âEUR?? >>> Additionally, at the end of the sentence it states âEURoecompelled to use >>> cars to travel back and forth.âEUR? Many folks choose to use cars instead >>> of riding the PRTâEUR¦is âEURoecompelledâEUR? the best word? >>> >>> >>> jimrye_adelphia1(a)comcast.net <mailto:jimrye_adelphia1@comcast.net> >>> >>> >>> >>> ----- Original Message ----- >>> From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> >>> To: "Jonathan Rosenbaum" <freesource(a)cheat.org> >>> Cc: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> >>> Sent: Monday, November 23, 2009 2:28:26 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern >>> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Campus Connector letter to TC >>> >>> Bicycle Board Members, >>> >>> I am still waiting to hear from >>> >>> * Marilyn, >>> * Jim, >>> * Alice and >>> * Janel >>> >>> on the Campus Connector letter to the Traffic Commission. Attached is >>> a revision of the letter that incorporates changes suggested by Derek, >>> Chip, Jenny and Jonathan. If anybody has any problem with it, please >>> let me know. >>> >>> Following is the status of responses to the original letter: >>> >>> Response date Comments >>> 1. Donald Dickerson 11-Nov the letter sounds good to me >>> 2. Paul Becker 11-Nov Concur. >>> 3. Hugh Kierig 10-Nov >>> 4. Jacob Brown 11-Nov Looking good, I'm in concurrence as well! >>> 5. Elizabeth Shogren 20-Nov gunnar concurred for Betsy >>> 6. Gunnar Shogren 20-Nov Betsy and I concur. >>> 7. Frank Gmeindl 11-Nov >>> 8. Marilyn Newcome >>> 9. Jonathan Rosenbaum 23-Nov The letter delivers a strong >>> argument... Change: "Two major stumbling blocks to seeing the >>> Connector a reality have always been obtaining adequate right-of-way >>> from private land owners and the actual cost of the construction." to >>> "The major stumbling block to seeing the Connector a reality has >>> always been obtaining adequate right-of-way from private land owners." >>> 10. Don Spencer 19-Nov I think that it would be stronger to make >>> this a joint effort with the Pedestrian Safety Board. They are fully >>> on board with this project and even have it listed in their Pedestrian >>> Safety Plan which has been approved by the Traffic Commission and will >>> be going to Council soon. >>> 11. Chet Parsons 11-Nov Very well done! >>> 12. Jim Rye >>> 13. Derek Springston 11-Nov Change Bicycle Board hope to Bicycle >>> Board's hope >>> 14. Chip Wamsley 11-Nov Change Bicycle Board hope to Bicycle Board's >>> hope >>> 15. Alice Vernon >>> 16. Janel Bedard >>> >>> >>> Frank >>> /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles >>> >>> /On 11/23/2009 12:04 AM, Jonathan Rosenbaum wrote: >>> >>> The letter delivers a strong argument, and I agree with Derek's >>> improvement, however, there is one sentence that I am concerned >>> about that may contribute to a leaky argument: >>> >>> Two major stumbling blocks to seeing the Connector a reality >>> have always been obtaining adequate right-of-way from private >>> land owners and the actual cost of the construction. >>> >>> If you are reading the sentence in this fashion, it works fine: >>> >>> Two major stumbling blocks to seeing the Connector a reality >>> have always been obtaining adequate right-of-way from private >>> land owners and obtaining the actual cost of the construction. >>> >>> About ten years ago when the City first visited this request the >>> second argument become the reason for not pursuing the project. >>> The costs were determined on the basis of a hand drawn map taking >>> into consideration elevation and ADA requirements. Because there >>> was never a formal study performed, the project was not given a >>> fair opportunity. I would hate to see that happen again. At our >>> CC meetings we targeted several methods that could provide >>> funding, but none of that mattered in the absence of an actual >>> route without any property barriers. Our purpose of this letter >>> is not to make a vague statement establishing how costs are one of >>> the major stumbling blocks of which we have no hard data about, >>> but rather to ask the City to formally establish where the CC >>> route can exist in regards to private properties that the CC would >>> have to cross. So I would like to see the word "obtaining" added >>> to the concerned sentence above or even better have the sentence >>> reworded as below: >>> >>> The major stumbling block to seeing the Connector a reality >>> has always been obtaining adequate right-of-way from private >>> land owners. >>> >>> Finally, when considering what the real costs of the CC are, >>> listen to what Bill Reger-Nash said in regards to the net gains it >>> will have on human health: "The CC will have an unaccountable >>> influence." >>> >>> -Jonathan >>> >>> >>> Frank Gmeindl wrote: >>> >>> Bicycle Board Members, >>> >>> Thanks to Hugh for promptly writing subject letter. Thanks to >>> Don D., Paul, Jake, Chet, Derek, Chip and Don S. for their >>> concurrence or recommended improvements. >>> >>> As we agreed at the November meeting, I will deliver the >>> letter to the Traffic Commission after everyone concurs. >>> Following is a table that lists the responses. Derek's, >>> Chip's and Don Spencer's comments can be addressed without BB >>> discussion. >>> >>> In case it comes through illegible on your end, Betsy, gunnar, >>> Marilyn, Jonathan, Jim, Alice, Janel, I'm waiting for your >>> concurrence or comments. >>> >>> Member Response date Comments >>> 1. Donald Dickerson 11-Nov the letter sounds good to me >>> 2. Paul Becker 11-Nov Concur. >>> 3. Hugh Kierig 10-Nov Created the letter >>> 4. Jacob Brown 11-Nov Looking good, I'm in concurrence as well! >>> 5. Elizabeth Shogren >>> 6. Gunnar Shogren >>> 7. Frank Gmeindl >>> 11-Nov Concur. >>> 8. Marilyn Newcome >>> 9. Jonathan Rosenbaum >>> 10. Don Spencer 19-Nov I think that it would be stronger to >>> make this a joint effort with the Pedestrian Safety Board. >>> They are fully on board with this project and even have it >>> listed in their Pedestrian Safety Plan which has been approved >>> by the Traffic Commission and will be going to Council soon. >>> 11. Chet Parsons 11-Nov Very well done! >>> 12. Jim Rye >>> 13. Derek Springston 11-Nov Change Bicycle Board hope to >>> Bicycle Board's hope >>> 14. Chip Wamsley 11-Nov Change Bicycle Board hope to Bicycle >>> Board's hope >>> 15. Alice Vernon >>> 16. Janel Bedard >>> >>> >>> Frank >>> /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers >>> of vehicles/ >>> >>> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ >>> _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard@cheat.orghttp://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list >>> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard >>> >> >> >> >> > > > >

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Interesting article on Treehugger from Wired.com
by director 26 Nov '09

26 Nov '09

http://www.wired.com/autopia/2009/11/fixcityorg-crowdsourced-bike-racks/ Happy Thanksgiving! Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Campus Connector letter to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Nov '09

25 Nov '09

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Hugh for promptly writing subject letter. Thanks to Don D., Paul, Jake, Chet, Derek, Chip and Don S. for their concurrence or recommended improvements. As we agreed at the November meeting, I will deliver the letter to the Traffic Commission after everyone concurs. Following is a table that lists the responses. Derek's, Chip's and Don Spencer's comments can be addressed without BB discussion. In case it comes through illegible on your end, Betsy, gunnar, Marilyn, Jonathan, Jim, Alice, Janel, I'm waiting for your concurrence or comments. Member Response date Comments 1. Donald Dickerson 11-Nov the letter sounds good to me 2. Paul Becker 11-Nov Concur. 3. Hugh Kierig 10-Nov Created the letter 4. Jacob Brown 11-Nov Looking good, I'm in concurrence as well! 5. Elizabeth Shogren 6. Gunnar Shogren 7. Frank Gmeindl 11-Nov Concur. 8. Marilyn Newcome 9. Jonathan Rosenbaum 10. Don Spencer 19-Nov I think that it would be stronger to make this a joint effort with the Pedestrian Safety Board. They are fully on board with this project and even have it listed in their Pedestrian Safety Plan which has been approved by the Traffic Commission and will be going to Council soon. 11. Chet Parsons 11-Nov Very well done! 12. Jim Rye 13. Derek Springston 11-Nov Change Bicycle Board hope to Bicycle Board's hope 14. Chip Wamsley 11-Nov Change Bicycle Board hope to Bicycle Board's hope 15. Alice Vernon 16. Janel Bedard Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Re: [Bikeboard] Campus Connector letter to TC
by jimrye_adelphia1＠comcast.net 25 Nov '09

25 Nov '09

I am fine with sending the letter as is. However, I do raise a couple of concerns with the introductory sentence. I’m not certain that “lack of a convenient option to connect these two areas” is entirely true. The PRT does connect these two campuses and is a convenient (and free) option to WVU students, faculty, and staff...except for those time periods that it is not running. Instead, would it be better to say something like “lack of a safe and convenient infrastructure for non-motorized transit between these two campuses…”? Additionally, at the end of the sentence it states “compelled to use cars to travel back and forth.” Many folks choose to use cars instead of riding the PRT…is “compelled” the best word? jimrye_adelphia1(a)comcast.net ----- Original Message ----- From: "Frank Gmeindl" <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> To: "Jonathan Rosenbaum" <freesource(a)cheat.org> Cc: "Bicycle Board" <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Sent: Monday, November 23, 2009 2:28:26 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Campus Connector letter to TC Bicycle Board Members, I am still waiting to hear from • Marilyn, • Jim, • Alice and • Janel on the Campus Connector letter to the Traffic Commission. Attached is a revision of the letter that incorporates changes suggested by Derek, Chip, Jenny and Jonathan. If anybody has any problem with it, please let me know. Following is the status of responses to the original letter: Response date Comments 1. Donald Dickerson 11-Nov the letter sounds good to me 2. Paul Becker 11-Nov Concur. 3. Hugh Kierig 10-Nov 4. Jacob Brown 11-Nov Looking good, I'm in concurrence as well! 5. Elizabeth Shogren 20-Nov gunnar concurred for Betsy 6. Gunnar Shogren 20-Nov Betsy and I concur. 7. Frank Gmeindl 11-Nov 8. Marilyn Newcome 9. Jonathan Rosenbaum 23-Nov The letter delivers a strong argument... Change: "Two major stumbling blocks to seeing the Connector a reality have always been obtaining adequate right-of-way from private land owners and the actual cost of the construction." to "The major stumbling block to seeing the Connector a reality has always been obtaining adequate right-of-way from private land owners." 10. Don Spencer 19-Nov I think that it would be stronger to make this a joint effort with the Pedestrian Safety Board. They are fully on board with this project and even have it listed in their Pedestrian Safety Plan which has been approved by the Traffic Commission and will be going to Council soon. 11. Chet Parsons 11-Nov Very well done! 12. Jim Rye 13. Derek Springston 11-Nov Change Bicycle Board hope to Bicycle Board's hope 14. Chip Wamsley 11-Nov Change Bicycle Board hope to Bicycle Board's hope 15. Alice Vernon 16. Janel Bedard Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles On 11/23/2009 12:04 AM, Jonathan Rosenbaum wrote: The letter delivers a strong argument, and I agree with Derek's improvement, however, there is one sentence that I am concerned about that may contribute to a leaky argument: Two major stumbling blocks to seeing the Connector a reality have always been obtaining adequate right-of-way from private land owners and the actual cost of the construction. If you are reading the sentence in this fashion, it works fine: Two major stumbling blocks to seeing the Connector a reality have always been obtaining adequate right-of-way from private land owners and obtaining the actual cost of the construction. About ten years ago when the City first visited this request the second argument become the reason for not pursuing the project. The costs were determined on the basis of a hand drawn map taking into consideration elevation and ADA requirements. Because there was never a formal study performed, the project was not given a fair opportunity. I would hate to see that happen again. At our CC meetings we targeted several methods that could provide funding, but none of that mattered in the absence of an actual route without any property barriers. Our purpose of this letter is not to make a vague statement establishing how costs are one of the major stumbling blocks of which we have no hard data about, but rather to ask the City to formally establish where the CC route can exist in regards to private properties that the CC would have to cross. So I would like to see the word "obtaining" added to the concerned sentence above or even better have the sentence reworded as below: The major stumbling block to seeing the Connector a reality has always been obtaining adequate right-of-way from private land owners. Finally, when considering what the real costs of the CC are, listen to what Bill Reger-Nash said in regards to the net gains it will have on human health: "The CC will have an unaccountable influence." -Jonathan Frank Gmeindl wrote: Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Hugh for promptly writing subject letter. Thanks to Don D., Paul, Jake, Chet, Derek, Chip and Don S. for their concurrence or recommended improvements. As we agreed at the November meeting, I will deliver the letter to the Traffic Commission after everyone concurs. Following is a table that lists the responses. Derek's, Chip's and Don Spencer's comments can be addressed without BB discussion. In case it comes through illegible on your end, Betsy, gunnar, Marilyn, Jonathan, Jim, Alice, Janel, I'm waiting for your concurrence or comments. Member Response date Comments 1. Donald Dickerson 11-Nov the letter sounds good to me 2. Paul Becker 11-Nov Concur. 3. Hugh Kierig 10-Nov Created the letter 4. Jacob Brown 11-Nov Looking good, I'm in concurrence as well! 5. Elizabeth Shogren 6. Gunnar Shogren 7. Frank Gmeindl 11-Nov Concur. 8. Marilyn Newcome 9. Jonathan Rosenbaum 10. Don Spencer 19-Nov I think that it would be stronger to make this a joint effort with the Pedestrian Safety Board. They are fully on board with this project and even have it listed in their Pedestrian Safety Plan which has been approved by the Traffic Commission and will be going to Council soon. 11. Chet Parsons 11-Nov Very well done! 12. Jim Rye 13. Derek Springston 11-Nov Change Bicycle Board hope to Bicycle Board's hope 14. Chip Wamsley 11-Nov Change Bicycle Board hope to Bicycle Board's hope 15. Alice Vernon 16. Janel Bedard Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Criteria for route classification...
by Derek Springston 22 Nov '09

22 Nov '09

Hey guys, Here is a list of the criteria that Chet and I have developed for the Bike Route classificationsIf you can think of anything else, let us know ASAP. Thanks... Speed Limit Slope Number of Lanes Road width Straightness Traffic Volume Traffic Capacity Road Condition Shoulder or no shoulder Intersections along route Sun & Visibility Scenery Distance to Hospital Accessibility (Level of Service - Federal Hwy Administration criteria (LOS)) Directness (LOS) Continuity (LOS) Attractiveness (LOS) Level of Conflict (LOS) Cost (COS) East of implementation (LOS) Truck Percentage Lighting ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells _________________________________________________________________ Windows 7: I wanted simpler, now it's simpler. I'm a rock star. http://www.microsoft.com/Windows/windows-7/default.aspx?h=myidea?ocid=PID24…

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[Fwd: Re: Bicycles on roadway shoulders]
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Nov '09

21 Nov '09

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Derek, gunnar, Greg Good, Chip Wamsley, Bill Reger-Nash and Don Spencer for helping me improve the draft message that I wrote on the preliminary WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian plan. Thanks also to Gary Rodosta for discussing graphics with me. Below is the message that I sent to Kim Broughton, BikeWV today. Her response: thanks Frank. I'm buried right now. Feel free to lead this effort. Hope all is well. Kim Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Re: Bicycles on roadway shoulders Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:08:44 -0500 From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> To: Kimberly Jo <kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com> References: <9F99D851A5A1AA42BC98EF491E731F8F31967E(a)WVOTMAIL04.executive.stateofwv.gov> <4AE740C8.8050400(a)verizon.net> <9F99D851A5A1AA42BC98EF491E731F8FD24DAE(a)WVOTMAIL04.executive.stateofwv.gov> <bf837ff30911030817j7f632cc2ya2297cd14213fc3b(a)mail.gmail.com> <4BB73E2202D8F743979C29AC6A94ECEC6EEEE5(a)WVOTMAIL02.executive.stateofwv.gov> Kim, What is BikeWV doing to prepare a response to the WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan? I think we should be working on one so we'll be ready when the plan is released. Even better if we could provide our input before it's released and when it may be more flexible. Following are some of my thoughts. The plan that we saw is consistent with Paul Maddox' statement at the April 2009 WV Cycling Symposium, "WV roads are too narrow and too winding for bicycles". It is also consistent with dialogs that I have had with WVDOH officials such as Ray Lewis that indicate that they do not recognize bicyclists' equal right to the roads. In response to the plan, we should advocate for paving shoulders. We should oppose striping shoulders as bike lanes. WE SHOULD VOCIFEROUSLY OPPOSE PROHIBITING BICYCLES FROM USING THE ROADWAY WHEN A BIKE LANE OR SIDE PATH IS PRESENT. The legislation change proposals contained in the plan's Appendix A, particularly 17C-11-5 on page 77 deny cyclists' right to the roadway. We should advocate for complete deletion of 17C-11-5. (For your convenience, I have cut and pasted at the end of this message, 17C-11-5 with the changes proposed in the plan.) Paving shoulders is a good idea. Expecting cyclists to ride on them is not such a good idea. Striping them as bike lanes is a bad idea. Requiring cyclists to ride on them and forbidding cyclists to ride on the roadway is a clear denial of cyclists' right to the roadway. *PAVING SHOULDERS IS A GOOD IDEA* Paving shoulders is a good idea because doing so reduces the cost of maintaining the roadway, keeps the roadway cleaner and provides an escape for cyclists or motorists who perceive that traveling on the roadway is unsafe. *EXPECTING CYCLISTS TO RIDE ON SHOULDERS IS NOT SUCH A GOOD IDEA* Expecting cyclists to ride on shoulders is not such a good idea because driving on shoulders is often less safe than driving on the roadway. Paved shoulders may be great for climbing a long steep hill beside a high speed narrow roadway that has no cross traffic but there are at least 4 reasons that expecting cyclists to ride on shoulders is not such a good idea: 1. *Debris *- Shoulders often collect debris such as gravel, glass, dead animals, construction materials and car parts that present a very significant crash hazard particularly on curvy high speed descents. I recently saw a statistic that something like 75% of automobile crashes are due to debris on the roadway. The WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan does not include any provision for keeping the shoulders clean. 2. *Dangerous descents* - The cross grade of shoulders is usually designed to channel water from the roadway rather than to provide sufficient centripetal force to hold a vehicle on the shoulder when traveling at speed. This is usually not a problem when traveling slowly up hill but especially on curvy descents, it can be quite dangerous particularly in wet or icy conditions. The plan includes no provision to reconstruct the shoulders to ensure sufficient traction for bicycles driving on the shoulders particularly around curves on downhills. 3. *Crashes at crossings* - Cycling on the shoulder puts cyclists where motorists don't look for traffic. This problem is particularly severe at crossings. How often have we heard a motorist exclaim after hitting a cyclist with his or her car, "I didn't even see him!"? *"Right hooks"* - When a motorist makes a right turn from a roadway into a driveway or a cross road, they look to the left for traffic, not to the right. If a bicyclist is on the shoulder to their right rather than in the travel lane, the motorist won't see them. "Right hooks" are one of the most common types of crashes between motor vehicles and bicyclists. *"Left hooks"* - When a motorist makes a left turn into a driveway or a cross road, they look for a break in on-coming traffic before making the left turn. If a bicyclist traveling on the shoulder is obscured from the motorist's view by vehicles on the roadway passing the bicyclist, the motorist can turn left immediately after a gap appears in the line of on-coming motor vehicles and into the the cyclist on the shoulder. "Left hooks" are also one of the most common types of crashes between motor vehicles and bicycles. *"Drive out" collisions* - The most common cause of crashes between motor vehicles and bicycles is the drive out from an intersection or drive way: failure to yield to the cyclist. One reason these occur is that the motorist doesn't see the bicyclist when they drive out from the intersection. The narrow profile of an on-coming bicycle makes it difficult to see and judge its speed. This problem is bad enough when cyclists are in the travel lane. It can be expected to be worse when the bicyclist is on the shoulder where the motorist is even less likely to be looking, especially when they're talking on the phone. The sight line from the motorist to the bicyclist when the bicyclist is far to the right or on the shoulder is often shorter or obscured by vegetation, parked cars, etc. The plan does not recognize these dangers and includes no designs for handling bicycles riding on the shoulders at traffic crossings. 4. *Dangerous merges* - Traveling on the shoulder and then merging from the shoulder to the travel lane, to go straight through an intersection or to make a left turn at an intersection is less safe than traveling in the through lane or merging from the through lane to the left side of the lane or to a left turn lane to make a left turn. The plan does not recognize these challenges and includes no designs for ensuring safe merging from the shoulder. *STRIPING SHOULDERS AS BIKE LANES IS A BAD IDEA* Striping shoulders as bike lanes is a bad idea for 3 reasons: 1. *Discourages cyclists from taking safest path* - Striping the shoulders as bike lanes will encourage bicyclists, particularly inexperienced cyclists, to drive on the bike lane when it may indeed be less safe than the roadway because of inadequate bike lane maintenance or unsafe bike lane construction as discussed above. The plan does not provide justification for striping the shoulders as bike lanes rather than just paving the shoulders and leaving them unmarked. 2. *Confuses motorists* - Striping the shoulders as bike lanes can be expected to confuse both motorists and bicyclists about where the bicyclist should be on the highway. Too many motorists and bicyclists already are unaware that the law gives bicyclists the same rights to the roadway as motorists. Few motorists and cyclists are aware that the safest position for the cyclist can be on the left side of the travel lane, for example, when making a left turn. Motorists can be expected to be less accommodating of bicycles merging left across the roadway from a bike lane than of bicycles merging left in the travel lane or from the travel lane. While the design directives in the plan specify: " Cars hitting bikes that make left turns from the right side of the roadway is also a common type of crash between motor vehicles and bicycles. At locations where the shoulder width becomes too narrow for use as bicycle lanes, signage will be installed reading "BICYCLE LANE ENDS MERGE WITH TRAFFIC", the plan does not recognize the turn movements that cyclists must be able to make and it provides no provision for making such turn movements safer from the bike lane than from a travel lane. It also provides no justification that merging from the bike lane could be safer than merging in or from the travel lane. 3. *Increases hostility towards road cyclists* - Striping shoulders as bike lanes can be expected to increase the attitude among the general public, motorists and even many bicyclists that bicyclists do not have a right to the road. Striping the shoulders as bike lanes can decrease the safety of cyclists who choose to drive on the roadway because motorists may believe that they are not required to exercise due care for cyclists when they believe that cyclists do not belong on the roadway. The plan does not recognize the problem of erroneous perception of cyclists' rights to the roadway. The plan does include laudable bicycle safety training but it is not clear that the training will cover cyclists' right to the road. *FORBIDDING CYCLISTS FROM DRIVING ON THE ROADWAY EXPLICITLY DENIES CYCLISTS' RIGHT TO THE ROAD* The design directives in the plan state: "Bicycles are required to use marked bicycle lane if present." The proposed 17C-11-5c states: "Whenever a paved path has been constructed and designated for bicycles adjacent to a roadway, bicycle riders shall use such path and shall not use the roadway". *If bike lanes were really safer, cyclists would use them without being forced* - Forbidding cyclists from driving on the roadway when a bike lane and side path exists explicitly denies bicyclists' right to the roadway. Forcing cyclists to drive on bike lanes and bike paths indicates that even the WVDOH doesn't believe that they are safer than cycling on the roadway. Requiring cyclists to drive on bike lanes and bike paths and prohibiting cyclists from driving on the roadway reveals that getting cyclists off the road is a higher WVDOH priority than cyclist safety. My understanding is that all states put language such as that in 17C-11-2 that grants cyclists equal rights to the roadway into their state laws in the early 1900's but language such as that in 17C-11-5 did not appear until after World War II when our country became decidedly auto-centric. While other states are recognizing the discrimination of Far to the Right (FTR), Mandatory Bike Lane (MBL), Mandatory Shoulder Use (MSU) and Mandatory Side Path (MSP) requirements and repealing these discriminatory articles from their laws, WV is heading toward becoming the only state in the union with all 4. The attached table shows the current status of the 50 states with respect to these laws. (My thanks to fellow LCI Dan Gutierrez for creating that file.) This is probably enough for now. We should also prepare responses to other aspects of the plan. For example, the plan needs to accommodate bicycling in our state's cities. Accommodating bicycles in our cities presents the greatest opportunities for alleviating traffic congestion, reducing obesity and generally improving the quality of life as well as improving the character of our cities. We are aware that approximately half of all trips are within 3-5 miles: a distance that most people could easily travel by bicycle if encouraged and enabled by our transportation system. Many of our cities' key routes are controlled by the WVDOH. If the WVDOH developed the bicycle plan in collaboration with knowledgeable representatives from each of our cities, our plan could capture these opportunities as well as make WV a bicycle friendly state. Frank Gmeindl LCI #1703 /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ *§17C-11-5. Riding on roadways and bicycle paths. *(as contained in draft WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan)* * (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. _except; when overtaking and passing another bicycle or vehicle proceeding in the same direction, when preparing for a left turn at an intersection or into a private road or driveway, when riding in the right turn only lane, or 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 substandard width lanes that make it unsafe to continue along the right-hand curb or edge. For purposes of this section, a "substandard width lane" is a lane that is too narrow for a bicycle and a vehicle to travel safely side by side within the lane. _ (b) Persons riding bicycles upon a roadway shall not ride more than two abreast except on paths or parts of roadways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles. _Persons riding two abreast, where allowed, shall not impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic and shall ride within a single lane. _ (c) Whenever a usable path for bicycles has been provided _paved path has been constructed and designated for bicycles _adjacent to a roadway, bicycle riders shall use such path and shall not use the roadway. _(d) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as prohibiting persons from riding bicycles on or along shoulders of a street or highway._ On 11/4/2009 8:47 AM, Robinson, Bill C wrote: > > *Kim -- * > > * * > > *Regretfully, I would like to ask that you not distribute the draft > plan you received. This version is only the second draft; it has > never left our Division; it has never been seen by the top-level > managers in the WVDOH (such as the Secretary/Commissioner or the State > Highway Engineer); it really has no standing. It is what I've told > you that it is: simply a draft "starting point". We've already done > one extensive re-write; we expect probably at least one more before > submittal to higher level management. We have started with everything > we think may be possible for the WVDOH to achieve, but obviously > without management "buy-in" we can't promise anything. To release > this draft plan (which was meant to only be reviewed internally in the > WVDOH) may jeopardize or complicate the process; if WVDOH management > is in disagreement or apprehensive about any of the draft > recommendations, public comment at this point may erode our ability to > sway people internally on what might be perceived (again, internally) > as questionable directions for the WVDOH. In addition, in the > interest of fairness to the citizens, we don't want to "piecemeal" > drafts out to people without all interested parties having a chance to > view it at the same time.* > > * * > > *As in our earlier conversations, when we have a version of this plan > that the WVDOH management is comfortable with, the WVDOH will have a > public comment period and will welcome input from the bicycle > community and all the interested citizens, but we're not at that point > right now and receiving comments on a "rough" draft document that may > change significantly won't be helpful to the WVDOH or a good use of > the time and energy of the bicycle community at this point. So > please, just take a look at the draft, see it as an indicator of the > larger picture of what the WVDOH is trying to do and I'll contact you > when we are ready for public comment.* > > * * > > *Bill* > > *William C. Robinson*** > > *State Trail Coordinator* > > *Progam Manager, Recreational Trails Program * > > *WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator* > > *Chairman, West Virginia Recreational Trails Advisory Board* > > * * > > *West Virginia Department of Transportation* > > *Division of Highways* > > *Program Planning and Administration Division* > > *1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East* > > *Building 5, Room 863* > > *Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430* > > *(304)558-9615 Fax -- (304)558-3783* > > *bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov <mailto:bill.c.robinson@wv.gov>* > > > > *_"_**The life of the artist is, in relation to his work, stern and > lonely. He has labored hard,* > > *often amid depravation, to perfect his skill. He has turned aside > from quick success in* > > *order to strip his vision of everything secondary or cheapening. His > working life is* > > *marked by intense application and intense discipline." - John F. > Kennedy, 1962 * > > * * > > * * > > * * > > * * > > *From:* Kimberly Jo [mailto:kimberlyjoshi@gmail.com] > *Sent:* Tuesday, November 03, 2009 11:18 AM > *To:* Robinson, Bill C > *Subject:* Fwd: Bicycles on roadway shoulders > > > > What's up Bill? Can I distribute this to our list. > Thanks! > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: *Stanevich, Ron L* <Ron.L.Stanevich(a)wv.gov > <mailto:Ron.L.Stanevich@wv.gov>> > Date: Tue, Nov 3, 2009 at 10:53 AM > Subject: RE: Bicycles on roadway shoulders > To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net <mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net>> > Cc: Kim Broughton <kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com > <mailto:kimberlyjoshi@gmail.com>> > > Frank / Kim > > > > Thanks for your responses last week. > > > > I've attached a draft copy of the WVDOH's Bicycle / Ped Plan (note, I > don't think that this is the actual title, but because this is a draft > copy, some of the titles are missing). > > > > In this plan are several changes to current WVDOH Policies and changes > that the DOH intends to make to the WV Code in the very near future. > Please note the DOH is only making changes that we feel affect its > operations and issues. What I'm told that has been the direction > given from our management. > > > > Nevertheless I've been "befriended" some of the employees in Planning > and they've given me these draft copies to review. I asked if I could > circulate them to friends for comments. They said they had no problem > with that. So that's what I'm doing. > > > > If you have comments on any of these proposals. Please feel free to > submit them to me as soon as possible. I have no clue as to when the > Division plans to submit this, or what the rest of the review process > is like or consists of. Again, it's not my section. But the sooner > you can get me comments, I will forward them on to the appropriate > individuals. > > > > Frank... concerning our correspondence last week about the shoulder > riding, the division has proposed a change to 17C-11-5 by adding a > section (d) that states that /Nothing in this Chapter shall be > construed as prohibiting persons from riding bicycles on or along the > shoulders or a street or highway/. > > > > Anyhow, I thought I would circulate these proposals for a wider > reviewing audience. I did say that I would try to get comments back > to them shortly and they would look at them. Again this is just a > draft proposal of WVDOH Policies, and changes to the State Code that > deal with DOH issues in regards to Pedestrians and Bicycles. > > > > Please feel free to review circulate and comment back to me if you > wish, and I'll try to make sure they get to the appropriate personnel. > > > > > > /Ron Stanevich, PE/ > > /Specifications Engineer/ > > /West Virginia Division Of Highways/ > > /Contract Administration/ > > /1900 Kanawha Blvd East/ > > /Bldg 5, RM 722/ > > /304.558.9556/ > > *From:* Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net > <mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net>] > *Sent:* Tuesday, October 27, 2009 2:50 PM > *To:* Stanevich, Ron L > *Cc:* Kimberly Jo > *Subject:* Re: Bicycles on roadway shoulders > > > > Ron, > > Thanks for contacting me. I hope the class is stimulating and > informative. Wish I were there with you! I have a lot to learn:) > > The WV code is unclear whether bicyclists are permitted to drive their > bicycles on shoulders. Since the code doesn't explicitly address > bicycling on shoulders, one could argue that it is permitted. > However, a problem arises when a cyclist is injured while bicycling on > the shoulder or when a bicyclist while bicycling on the shoulder, > injures someone. The WV code only says that bicyclists have the same > rights and duties as motorists when they're on the roadway. > > WV code 17C-1-37 explicitly excludes the shoulder from the definition > of "Roadway". Specifically, 17C-1-37 says, ""Roadway" means that > portion of a highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used for > vehicular travel, *exclusive of the berm or shoulder*." That is, > according to WV code, the shoulder is not part of the roadway. > > Why is that important? It's important because WV code 17C-11-2 only > gives cyclists equal right to motorists when the bicyclist is > bicycling on the roadway. Explicitly, 17C-11-2 says, "Every person > riding a bicycle *upon a roadway* shall be granted all of the rights > and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of > a vehicle by this chapter, except as to special regulations in this > article and except as to those provisions of this chapter which by > their nature can have no application." > > I am surprised that the NHI instructor believes that WV's State Code > falls back on the Uniform Vehicle Code because the WVDOH told me > otherwise. Here's a quote from a December 17 e-mail from Ray Lewis, > WVDOT Staff Engineer - Traffic Research and Special Projects to Bill > Robinson, WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator > > "The UVC is a model code, like many other model codes. There is no > requirement that West Virginia adopt it, or conform to it. The WV > Code language governs in all cases. We were able for several years to > have bills introduced in the Legislature to have the WV CODE brought > into conformity with the UVC; our efforts repeatedly failed." > > Kim Broughton was copied on that e-mail. > > The reason this came up is that Bill, Ray and I were discussing > 17C-11-5 that says, "Every person operating a bicycle upon a roadway > shall ride as near to the right side of the roadway as > practicable...". I cited the UVC that clarifies "as near to the > right as practicable" and above was Mr. Lewis' response. > > I hope this answers your question. Please let me know how it turns out. > > Frank Gmeindl > League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructor #1703 > Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board > > On 10/27/2009 1:58 PM, Stanevich, Ron L wrote: > > Mr. Gmeindle > > I'm currently in a NHI bicycle & pedestrian facilities class. The > instructors here from FHWA feel that WV's State Code falls back on the > Universal Vehicle Code when it comes to the subject issue. > > I remember at this past summer's Symposium, it was discussed that > bicycles were not allowed on roadway shoulders. > > I was trying to find where this issue is addressed in state code, and > Kim Broughton passed me along to you. > > Thanks > > Ron Stanevich > WVDOH > > Message sent from my Blackberry! > > > > > -- > Kimberly Broughton > Creative Crosswalks, LLC > kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com <mailto:kimberlyjoshi@gmail.com> > 304.483.1685 >

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Campus Connector - SGA Meeting
by Jacob Brown 18 Nov '09

18 Nov '09

Ryan Post and I attended tonight's SGA meeting to give a brief description/reminder about the campus connector to support the SGA's resolution on the matter. Response to our description and the resolution that was read was very good. There were quite a few comments and excitement from the board and the gallery in support of the matter. Taylor Richmond of SGA is the member backing the resolution and he seemed very positive towards it, and mentioned some of the history of the connector that included the Bike Board's work with Tyler Pearson. Richmond also mentioned that another positive with the campus connector would be (assuming it was built pretty soon) good to use during the closed rail trail period. Mostly people just made comments about how great of an idea they thought it was. The only actual questions we received were in regards to cost and funding options, and whether or not the path would be lit and contain blue emergency points. That, and when we mentioned the path could look to be paved, concrete, or simply made with pea-gravel, one member inquired as to how someone could ride their bike on a gravel surface.... So, all in all the response to the idea and resolution was great. SGA will vote to support the resolution at their meeting next week. I told Jon Bond that if they had any further questions, to contact me. A DA rep also contacted Ryan and I and called Ryan to get some information and sounds like there will be an article in the DA soon about the connector as well. I also kept a copy of the resolution, that I can make sure gets to the next BB meeting. - Jake -- Jacob Brown 434.660.3173 http://justafuntime.blogspot.com/

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Re: [Bikeboard] Campus Connector
by Jacob Brown 18 Nov '09

18 Nov '09

All, Thanks so much for the information, links, and help. Sorry it was somewhat last minute, but Ryan and I wanted to get on the SGA agenda for this week, because SGA wanted it to all be part of this semesters issues. The information you sent is great. Ryan and I met with Tyler last night and went over the main points of the CC that we need to discuss with SGA. I'm going to go over the pictures and minutes material again here this afternoon and we will head down to the meeting tonight. I'll let you all know what they have to say about it and what sort of questions they have. Thanks, Jake On Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 9:55 AM, director <director(a)positivespin.org> wrote: > > Jenny, et al, > I've just returned from a training weekend on organizing grass roots > campaigns and it so happens that I used this issue (the campus connector) as > my example so I've got a process plan for getting public support behind this > issue. As a Non-Governmental organization I think that Positive Spin could > be the right organization to handle such a campaign in support of the Bike > Board, City, WVU and students. We can organize citizen volunteers and other > resources quickly and effectively. Let me know what you think. I'd really > like to be a help on this issue. > > Thanks, > Nick Hein > > > > ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- > From: Jennifer Selin <jselin(a)hotmail.com> > Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:14:52 -0500 > > > > >All: > > > >I would emphasize the water tower and the greenhouse as the destinations > of the trail. This gives the neighborhood and the president's house a > little buffer. > > > >I would be glad to walk this with anyone who is interested. We walked it > with Greg good last year. > > > >Jenny > > > >Jenny Selin > >1224 Fairlawns > >Morgantown, WV 26505 > >USA > > > >Phone:(304-598-9650) > >jselin(a)hotmail.com > > > > > > > >> From: gshogren(a)gmail.com > >> Date: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:06:29 -0500 > >> To: ty.pearson(a)gmail.com > >> CC: jbond3(a)mix.wvu.edu; rpostwvu(a)gmail.com; Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > >> Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] Campus Connector > >> > >> On Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 4:44 PM, Tyler Pearson <ty.pearson(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> > >> What the crap? > >> I thought you had left. > >> You back? And forth? > >> Life good? > >> > >> > Jake, > >> > > >> > I'm literally working on the presentation right now. I just met with > >> > Jon about it, and will be meeting with Ryan tonight about the details. > >> > The main goal for the meeting tomorrow should be explaining why the > >> > campus connector is important to students, so I will be going over the > >> > main talking points tonight. A resolution will also be sponsored by a > >> > governor in support of the connector, and the SGA BOG will vote on it > >> > the week after. > >> > > >> > I also just talked to a city reporter with the Daily Anthenaeum, and > >> > she wants to do a more in depth separate article on it before the vote > >> > next week. This can go over more of the nitty gritty details. > >> > >> Does the student body not know of this? > >> Or was it been an on-again off-again thing? > >> > >> > > >> > Tyler > >> > > >> > > >> > On Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 3:20 PM, Jacob Brown <fdjakeb(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> >> Bike Board Members, > >> >> > >> >> It has been requested that I gather some information regarding the > campus > >> >> connector so that Ryan Post and I can present this information to the > SGA at > >> >> an upcoming meeting to bring the matter up again to the attention of > the > >> >> SGA. > >> >> > >> >> Can someone who knows the details of the Campus Connector please > email me or > >> >> Ryan Post this information. I know the basics of the idea that we > have > >> >> discussed in the meetings, but I wanted to get input from those who > have > >> >> worked on it extensively. > >> >> > >> >> Thanks, > >> >> > >> >> Jacob Brown > >> >> > >> >> On Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 3:14 PM, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> >>> > >> >>> I’m still waiting on any information from Tyler or the bike board. > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> From: Jonathan Bond [mailto:jbond3@mix.wvu.edu] > >> >>> Sent: Monday, November 16, 2009 11:53 AM > >> >>> To: Ryan Post > >> >>> Subject: RE: Campus Connector > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Hey Ryan, > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> I will see you Wednesday at the sga meeting. You can keep it very > brief > >> >>> regarding the campus connector. If you could just explain the > importance of > >> >>> it, I think it would be nice to get the image back out there to the > new > >> >>> president as well as the formation of ideas for the fall. > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Sincerely, > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Jon > >> >>> > >> >>> 304-639-2341 > >> >>> > >> >>> On 11/13/09, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> >>> > >> >>> I got this link today from the MD racing forum although partially > >> >>> unrelated, > >> >>> > >> >>> http://www.streetfilms.org/bike-lanes-in-the-big-apple/#more-16311shows > >> >>> how NYC implemented 3 classes of bike lanes. > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Just to clarify, I have time to do the presentation if I’m given the > >> >>> information. I’ve been to some SGA meetings before, and I found > that > >> >>> powerpoints are awkward, and I’d prefer to just speak, and possibly > hand out > >> >>> something only if needed. > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> As far as I’m aware, this issue is only dealing with the path from > 8th and > >> >>> Grant up to either the Presidents House or Engineering. Any > references to > >> >>> trail steepness I would prefer to reference another street, such as > >> >>> currently this hill is “as steep as the hill in front of Eisland > Hall”, or > >> >>> “this hill will be no steeper than Stewart Street in front of Life > >> >>> Sciences”. > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> That just seems easier and less boring than 100% of speeches that > I’ve > >> >>> heard at SGA meetings that had visual aids. > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Ryan > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> From: Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net] > >> >>> Sent: Friday, November 13, 2009 2:02 PM > >> >>> To: Jacob Brown > >> >>> Cc: Jonathan Bond; Ryan Post > >> >>> Subject: Re: Campus Connector > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Jonathan R., Greg Good, Jenny Selin > >> >>> > >> >>> Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of > vehicles > >> >>> > >> >>> Sent from my iPhone > >> >>> > >> >>> On Nov 13, 2009, at 12:02 PM, Jacob Brown <fdjakeb(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> >>> > >> >>> Frank and Jon, > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> I spoke with Ryan Post and he is interested in helping with talking > to SGA > >> >>> about the campus connector. He was saying that if we can get the > other BB > >> >>> members that know more about the connector to get us the information > by > >> >>> Monday, we could get something together for Wednesday. > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Otherwise, Ryan would be available to make the SGA meeting on the > 2nd of > >> >>> December, if my other date of the 9th would be too late. > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Who do we need to talk to to get more detailed info to the SGA? > Jonathan > >> >>> R. and ??? > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> - Jake > >> >>> > >> >>> On Fri, Nov 13, 2009 at 9:38 AM, Jacob Brown <fdjakeb(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> >>> > >> >>> Jon, > >> >>> > >> >>> I won't have the time to gather the information by next weeks > meeting. I'm > >> >>> pretty busy next week with trying to get my final submissions of my > thesis > >> >>> in. But once next week is over, I'll have time to meet with the BB > members > >> >>> to get what I would need to present to you. > >> >>> > >> >>> The only other issue is the meeting after Thanksgiving, I will be > out of > >> >>> town that week as well. What about the 9th of December, will SGA be > meeting > >> >>> that Wednesday? I know it is pretty late in the semester, but it > would be > >> >>> the only meeting I could make. > >> >>> > >> >>> What do you think. > >> >>> > >> >>> - Jake > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> On Thu, Nov 12, 2009 at 6:47 PM, Jonathan Bond <jbond3(a)mix.wvu.edu> > wrote: > >> >>> > >> >>> Jake, > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> If you could gather some information about the history of the campus > >> >>> connector, and just come and speak to SGA during one of our > meetings, I will > >> >>> put you on our agenda. It does not have to be very long, just > enough to > >> >>> spur conversation, and we will find someone to right a resolution on > your > >> >>> (and the student's) behalf. Upon writing this, it should pick up > some > >> >>> publicity which would help push the issue even further. If you have > any > >> >>> questions, feel free to contact me. I would love to get you on the > agenda > >> >>> before thanksgiving (this meeting or the meeting after thanksgiving > would be > >> >>> fine) to get more done THIS SEMESTER. Just let me know. > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Sincerely, > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Jon > >> >>> > >> >>> On 11/12/09, Jacob Brown <fdjakeb(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> >>> > >> >>> Hmm, I could probably get on board with that. I know the general > idea of > >> >>> the campus connector, but I do not really know all of the past > details. > >> >>> > >> >>> Are we talking like a slideshow presentation of a couple slides to > present > >> >>> to the SGA. We will have to look at the meeting schedule and see > which one > >> >>> we need to hit. Looks like they are Wednesday Nights at 7:30 in the > >> >>> Rhododendron room. > >> >>> > >> >>> I dont imagine we have time to get ready for next week, and the > following > >> >>> week is before Thanksgiving break, so they may forego the meeting > then. The > >> >>> 2nd of December I have to be out of town (missing the bike board > meeting > >> >>> that week as well) - however, the meeting of the 9th of December > would work. > >> >>> I am not sure when they stop having meetings for winter break, but > that > >> >>> would give us time to prepare something, and then present it to them > that > >> >>> night. > >> >>> > >> >>> As an aside, not that this really matters, but my student status > will also > >> >>> come to an end at the end of the semester as well. But, if we did it > on the > >> >>> 9th, then I would still be a student and we would have time to > prepare > >> >>> something. > >> >>> > >> >>> Thoughts? > >> >>> > >> >>> - Jake > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> I imagine I would want at least one of the other more knowledgable > campus > >> >>> connector bike board counterparts involved. > >> >>> > >> >>> On Thu, Nov 12, 2009 at 3:06 PM, Frank Gmeindl < > fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> > >> >>> wrote: > >> >>> > >> >>> Tyler, > >> >>> > >> >>> Good to hear from you! I hope your career is progressing famously:) > >> >>> > >> >>> I'm in total agreement with your recommendation. By copy of this > message, > >> >>> I ask Jake if he's willing to present to the SGA. There is at least > 1 other > >> >>> Bicycle Board member and a City Counselor that could support him if > he > >> >>> needed it. (I don't mention their names here because I'd like to > discuss > >> >>> with Jake first and then them.) > >> >>> > >> >>> Frank > >> >>> Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of > vehicles > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> On 11/12/2009 11:56 AM, Tyler Pearson wrote: > >> >>> > >> >>> Hi Frank, > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> I saw the email yesterday about the campus connector and just wanted > >> >>> > >> >>> to let you know that I forwarded the email over to Jon Bond. He is > >> >>> > >> >>> the Student Health Chair of WVU Student Government and has brought > up > >> >>> > >> >>> the campus connector to President Clements on various occasions to > try > >> >>> > >> >>> and garner support from the WVU side. > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Jon brought up the idea of having a presentation by someone on the > >> >>> > >> >>> Bike Board about the campus connector at a SGA meeting. This would > >> >>> > >> >>> help give the idea publicity again, and the SGA would also be able > to > >> >>> > >> >>> pass a resolution of support, helping press it forward as a student > >> >>> > >> >>> issue. Maybe Jake would be able to do this? > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Hope all is well. > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Tyler > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> ty.pearson(a)gmail.com > >> >>> > >> >>> 703.727.5490 > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> -- > >> >>> Jacob Brown > >> >>> 434.660.3173 > >> >>> > >> >>> http://justafuntime.blogspot.com/ > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> -- > >> >>> Jacob Brown > >> >>> 434.660.3173 > >> >>> > >> >>> http://justafuntime.blogspot.com/ > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> -- > >> >>> Jacob Brown > >> >>> 434.660.3173 > >> >>> > >> >>> http://justafuntime.blogspot.com/ > >> >> > >> >> > >> >> -- > >> >> Jacob Brown > >> >> 434.660.3173 > >> >> > >> >> http://justafuntime.blogspot.com/ > >> >> > >> >> _______________________________________________ > >> >> Bikeboard mailing list > >> >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > >> >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >> >> > >> > > >> > _______________________________________________ > >> > Bikeboard mailing list > >> > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > >> > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >> > > >> > >> _______________________________________________ > >> Bikeboard mailing list > >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > > > >_________________________________________________________________ > >Windows 7: I wanted simpler, now it's simpler. I'm a rock star. > > > http://www.microsoft.com/Windows/windows-7/default.aspx?h=myidea?ocid=PID24… > > > > > > > > -- > Nick Hein LCI# 1705 > Director, Positive Spin > 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L > Morgantown, WV > ph 304-276-0213 > -- > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > -- Jacob Brown 434.660.3173 http://justafuntime.blogspot.com/

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Re: [Bikeboard] Campus Connector
by Jacob Brown 18 Nov '09

18 Nov '09

Bike Board Members, It has been requested that I gather some information regarding the campus connector so that Ryan Post and I can present this information to the SGA at an upcoming meeting to bring the matter up again to the attention of the SGA. Can someone who knows the details of the Campus Connector please email me or Ryan Post this information. I know the basics of the idea that we have discussed in the meetings, but I wanted to get input from those who have worked on it extensively. Thanks, Jacob Brown On Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 3:14 PM, Ryan Post <rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> wrote: > I’m still waiting on any information from Tyler or the bike board. > > > > *From:* Jonathan Bond [mailto:jbond3@mix.wvu.edu] > *Sent:* Monday, November 16, 2009 11:53 AM > *To:* Ryan Post > *Subject:* RE: Campus Connector > > > > Hey Ryan, > > > > I will see you Wednesday at the sga meeting. You can keep it very brief > regarding the campus connector. If you could just explain the importance of > it, I think it would be nice to get the image back out there to the new > president as well as the formation of ideas for the fall. > > > > Sincerely, > > > > Jon > > 304-639-2341 > > On 11/13/09, *Ryan Post *<rpostwvu(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > I got this link today from the MD racing forum although partially > unrelated, > > http://www.streetfilms.org/bike-lanes-in-the-big-apple/#more-16311 shows > how NYC implemented 3 classes of bike lanes. > > > > Just to clarify, I have time to do the presentation if I’m given the > information. I’ve been to some SGA meetings before, and I found that > powerpoints are awkward, and I’d prefer to just speak, and possibly hand out > something only if needed. > > > > As far as I’m aware, this issue is only dealing with the path from 8th and > Grant up to either the Presidents House or Engineering. Any references to > trail steepness I would prefer to reference another street, such as > currently this hill is “as steep as the hill in front of Eisland Hall”, or > “this hill will be no steeper than Stewart Street in front of Life > Sciences”. > > > > That just seems easier and less boring than 100% of speeches that I’ve > heard at SGA meetings that had visual aids. > > > > Ryan > > > > *From:* Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net] > *Sent:* Friday, November 13, 2009 2:02 PM > *To:* Jacob Brown > *Cc:* Jonathan Bond; Ryan Post > *Subject:* Re: Campus Connector > > > > Jonathan R., Greg Good, Jenny Selin > > Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Nov 13, 2009, at 12:02 PM, Jacob Brown <fdjakeb(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Frank and Jon, > > > > I spoke with Ryan Post and he is interested in helping with talking to SGA > about the campus connector. He was saying that if we can get the other BB > members that know more about the connector to get us the information by > Monday, we could get something together for Wednesday. > > > > Otherwise, Ryan would be available to make the SGA meeting on the 2nd of > December, if my other date of the 9th would be too late. > > > > Who do we need to talk to to get more detailed info to the SGA? Jonathan R. > and ??? > > > > - Jake > > On Fri, Nov 13, 2009 at 9:38 AM, Jacob Brown <fdjakeb(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Jon, > > I won't have the time to gather the information by next weeks meeting. I'm > pretty busy next week with trying to get my final submissions of my thesis > in. But once next week is over, I'll have time to meet with the BB members > to get what I would need to present to you. > > The only other issue is the meeting after Thanksgiving, I will be out of > town that week as well. What about the 9th of December, will SGA be meeting > that Wednesday? I know it is pretty late in the semester, but it would be > the only meeting I could make. > > What do you think. > > - Jake > > > > On Thu, Nov 12, 2009 at 6:47 PM, Jonathan Bond <jbond3(a)mix.wvu.edu> wrote: > > Jake, > > > > If you could gather some information about the history of the campus > connector, and just come and speak to SGA during one of our meetings, I will > put you on our agenda. It does not have to be very long, just enough to > spur conversation, and we will find someone to right a resolution on your > (and the student's) behalf. Upon writing this, it should pick up some > publicity which would help push the issue even further. If you have any > questions, feel free to contact me. I would love to get you on the agenda > before thanksgiving (this meeting or the meeting after thanksgiving would be > fine) to get more done THIS SEMESTER. Just let me know. > > > > Sincerely, > > > > Jon > > On 11/12/09, *Jacob Brown *<fdjakeb(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Hmm, I could probably get on board with that. I know the general idea of > the campus connector, but I do not really know all of the past details. > > Are we talking like a slideshow presentation of a couple slides to present > to the SGA. We will have to look at the meeting schedule and see which one > we need to hit. Looks like they are Wednesday Nights at 7:30 in the > Rhododendron room. > > I dont imagine we have time to get ready for next week, and the following > week is before Thanksgiving break, so they may forego the meeting then. The > 2nd of December I have to be out of town (missing the bike board meeting > that week as well) - however, the meeting of the 9th of December would work. > I am not sure when they stop having meetings for winter break, but that > would give us time to prepare something, and then present it to them that > night. > > As an aside, not that this really matters, but my student status will also > come to an end at the end of the semester as well. But, if we did it on the > 9th, then I would still be a student and we would have time to prepare > something. > > Thoughts? > > - Jake > > > > I imagine I would want at least one of the other more knowledgable campus > connector bike board counterparts involved. > > On Thu, Nov 12, 2009 at 3:06 PM, Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> > wrote: > > Tyler, > > Good to hear from you! I hope your career is progressing famously:) > > I'm in total agreement with your recommendation. By copy of this message, > I ask Jake if he's willing to present to the SGA. There is at least 1 other > Bicycle Board member and a City Counselor that could support him if he > needed it. (I don't mention their names here because I'd like to discuss > with Jake first and then them.) > > Frank > *Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles* > > > > > > On 11/12/2009 11:56 AM, Tyler Pearson wrote: > > Hi Frank, > > > > I saw the email yesterday about the campus connector and just wanted > > to let you know that I forwarded the email over to Jon Bond. He is > > the Student Health Chair of WVU Student Government and has brought up > > the campus connector to President Clements on various occasions to try > > and garner support from the WVU side. > > > > Jon brought up the idea of having a presentation by someone on the > > Bike Board about the campus connector at a SGA meeting. This would > > help give the idea publicity again, and the SGA would also be able to > > pass a resolution of support, helping press it forward as a student > > issue. Maybe Jake would be able to do this? > > > > Hope all is well. > > > > Tyler > > > > ty.pearson(a)gmail.com > > 703.727.5490 > > > > > > > > > > > -- > Jacob Brown > 434.660.3173 > > http://justafuntime.blogspot.com/ > > > > > -- > Jacob Brown > 434.660.3173 > > http://justafuntime.blogspot.com/ > > > > > -- > Jacob Brown > 434.660.3173 > > http://justafuntime.blogspot.com/ > > -- Jacob Brown 434.660.3173 http://justafuntime.blogspot.com/

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FWD: New Blumenauer Bill Would Expand Safe Routes to School to HighSchools
by director 13 Nov '09

13 Nov '09

Good morning, I received this good news this morning and thought I should pass it along. Please write your lawmakers and encourage them to support this legislation. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Deb Hubsmith <deb(a)saferoutespartnership.org> Reply-To: deb(a)saferoutespartnership.org Date: Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:00:19 -0500 (EST) SRTS National Partnership logo [http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102824457937&s=2741&e=001VWkAexWL1_oL5Mhin5DF6OV-…] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ New Blumenauer Bill Would Expand Safe Routes to School to High Schools November 13, 2009 Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) has just introduced H.R. 4021, the Safe Routes to High Schools Act, to make high schools eligible for federal Safe Routes to School funding. The current federal Safe Routes to School program created in 2005 through SAFETEA-LU is making it safer for more children to walk and bicycle to school all across the country. But, the current program is limited to elementary and middle schools (grades K-8). Rep. Blumenauer was joined in introducing H.R. 4021 by a bipartisan group of nine other members of the House: Reps. Bono Mack (R-CA), Capps (D-CA), Cassidy (R-LA), Connolly (D-VA), Filner (D-CA), Holt (D-NJ), Schwartz (D-PA), Welch (D-VT), and Wu (D-OR). High school students are an important audience for Safe Routes to School for a number of reasons: * Increasing walking and bicycling to and from school can increase physical activity for adolescents, which is particularly important since adolescents average significantly fewer minutes of physical activity than younger children, and obesity rates for young people ages 12 to 19 have tripled in the past fifteen years. * Making it safer for more students to walk and bicycle to and from high school helps reinforce healthy and green transportation habits that can extend into college and adulthood. * Educating high school students about pedestrian and bicycle safety can help them be more alert to these dangers both as they walk and bike, and as they learn to drive. The Safe Routes to School National Partnership is also supporting the changes that Chairman Oberstar (D-MN) proposed in June 2009 for Safe Routes to School in the draft Surface Transportation Authorization Act [http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102824457937&s=2741&e=001VWkAexWL1_qX2im2b1XwmzuJ…] (STAA). Chairman Oberstar's provisions would reduce the regulatory burden of implementing Safe Routes to School grants; strengthen data collection and evaluation; move Safe Routes to School under the authority of the new Office of Livability; and make some technical changes to strengthen the program. Neither the Surface Transportation Authorization Act nor the Blumenauer bill discuss funding levels, only policy and program eligibility. What you can do: We encourage Safe Routes to School supporters to e-mail your House members [http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102824457937&s=2741&e=001VWkAexWL1_pxEA-Q3br-1xgE…] with the following message: I support the federal Safe Routes to School program because it is making it safer for more kids to walk and bicycle to and from school-improving health and safety. (Insert a sentence or two about your local Safe Routes to School efforts. If you have a high school that needs Safe Routes to School funding, please add that too.) I hope you will support the Safe Routes to School program in two ways: * Let Chairman Oberstar and Ranking Member Mica know that you support the provisions in the Surface Transportation Authorization Act that will strengthen Safe Routes to School; * And, please consider cosponsoring Rep. Blumenauer's H.R. 4021 to allow high schools to apply for Safe Routes to School funding.Thank you for your consideration, and I hope to hear back from you on this matter. * * * The Safe Routes to School National Partnership will continue to work with Congress to strengthen and expand the federal Safe Routes to School program. We thank Reps. Oberstar and Blumenauer for their leadership on Safe Routes to School. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Forward email http://ui.constantcontact.com/sa/fwtf.jsp?m=1100380121653&ea=director@posit… This email was sent to director(a)positivespin.org by deb(a)saferoutespartnership.org. Update Profile/Email Address http://visitor.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?v=001JkPYvl9GdBxNH5I1lra7pqiG5gADO… Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe(TM) http://visitor.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?v=001JkPYvl9GdBxNH5I1lra7pqiG5gADO… Privacy Policy: http://ui.constantcontact.com/roving/CCPrivacyPolicy.jsp Email Marketing by Constant Contact(R) www.constantcontact.com Bikes Belong Coalition | P.O. Box 2359 | Boulder | CO | 80306 -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Traffic Commission - Bike Board site...
by Derek Springston 12 Nov '09

12 Nov '09

Hey guys, I noticed that the Meeting Minutes haven't been updated on the website since March 2008 and a few of the document archives are a little bit outdated as far as what we're currently working on. Would it be a good idea to update these? What is that process and who takes care of it? Thanks, ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells _________________________________________________________________ Bing brings you maps, menus, and reviews organized in one place. http://www.bing.com/search?q=restaurants&form=MFESRP&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT…

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Re: [Bikeboard] Campus Connector letter to TC
by Chip Wamsley 11 Nov '09

11 Nov '09

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> Date: Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:57:38 -0500 Frank, Ditto to Derek's comment. Chip >Bicycle Board Members, > >Please reply with your concurrence with the attached letter from the BB >to the TC on the Campus Connector. This was an action item from our >meeting last week. > >If you have any suggested changes, please reply-all so we all can see >the changes you propose. > >I will present the letter to the TC when we have concurrence from all >members. > >Thanks to Hugh for creating the first draft! :-) > >Frank >/Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ > > >

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[Fwd: RE: Bicycles on roadway shoulders]
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Nov '09

11 Nov '09

Bicycle Board Members, I need help editing this to maximize the probability that BikeWV and WVDOH will read it, understand it and act on it. The Word file attached contains the text so you can use Track Changes and Comments. At the last BB meeting, we ran out of time before we could discuss the nascent WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan. I sent you all the draft plan on 11/3, Subject: Bicycles on roadway shoulders. I don't know when the plan will be released but I think if we wait until it is released to get our act together for a response, we'll be too late. The draft message below is addressed to Kim Broughton. I think she's acting as the leader of BikeWV and sees herself as representative of all WV cyclists. If you're willing to edit the message, please reply all. That way we'll all know who's working on it and can coordinate. If you look at the handouts that I provided at last week's BB meeting, you'll see some PowerPoint slides. These slides illustrate some of the points that I try to make in the message below. I sorely need help creating a set of visuals that illustrate all the points I'm trying to make in the message. Please, please if anybody has expertise in making such graphics or could just teach me how to make such things, help me however you can. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles /********************************************* Kim, What is BikeWV doing to prepare a response to the WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan? I think we should be working on one so we'll be ready when the plan is released. Following are some of my thoughts. The plan is consistent with Paul Maddox' statement at the April 2009 WV Cycling Symposium, "WV roads are too narrow and too winding for bicycles". It is also consistent with dialogs that I have had with WVDOH officials such as Ray Lewis that indicate that they will get bicycles off the roads. In response to the plan, we should advocate for paving shoulders. We should oppose striping shoulders as bike lanes. We should vociferously oppose prohibiting bicycles from using the roadway when a bike lane or side path is present. The legislation change proposals in the plan's Appendix A, particularly 17C-11-5 on page 77 deny cyclists' right to the roadway. We should advocate for complete deletion of 17C-11-5. (For your convenience, I have cut and pasted at the end of this message, 17C-11-2 with the changes proposed in the plan.) Paving shoulders is a good idea. Expecting cyclists to ride on them is not such a good idea. Striping them as bike lanes is a bad idea. Requiring cyclists to ride on them and forbidding cyclists to ride on the roadway is a clear denial of cyclists' right to the roadway. *PAVING SHOULDERS IS A GOOD IDEA* Paving shoulders is a good idea because doing so reduces the cost of maintaining the roadway, keeps the roadway cleaner and provides an escape for cyclists or motorists who perceive that traveling on the roadway is unsafe. *EXPECTING CYCLISTS TO RIDE ON SHOULDERS IS NOT SUCH A GOOD IDEA* Expecting cyclists to ride on shoulders is not such a good idea because driving on shoulders is often less safe than driving on the roadway. Paved shoulders may be great for climbing a long steep hill beside a high speed narrow roadway that has no cross traffic but there are at least 4 reasons that expecting cyclists to ride on shoulders is not such a good idea. 1. Shoulders often collect debris such as gravel, glass, dead animals, construction materials and car parts that present a very significant crash hazard particularly on curvy high speed descents. I recently saw a statistic that something like 75% of automobile crashes are due to debris on the roadway. The WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan does not include any provision for keeping the shoulders clean. 2. The cross grade of shoulders is usually designed to channel water from the roadway rather than to provide sufficient centripetal force to hold a vehicle on the shoulder when traveling at speed. This is usually not a problem when traveling slowly up hill but especially on curvy descents, it can be quite dangerous particularly in wet or icy conditions. The plan includes no provision to reconstruct the shoulders to ensure sufficient traction for bicycles driving on the shoulders particularly around curves on downhills. 3. Cycling on the shoulder puts cyclists where motorists don't look for traffic. This problem is particularly severe at crossings. How often have we heard a motorist exclaim after hitting a cyclist with his or her car, "I didn't even see him!"? When a motorist makes a right turn from a roadway into a driveway or a cross road, they look to the left for traffic, not to the right. If a bicyclist is on the shoulder to their right rather than in the travel lane, the motorist won't see them. "Right hooks" are one of the most common types of crashes between motor vehicles and bicyclists. When a motorist makes a left turn into a driveway or a cross road, they look for a break in on-coming traffic before making the left turn. If a bicyclist traveling on the shoulder is obscured from the motorist's view by vehicles on the roadway passing the bicyclist, the motorist can turn left immediately after a gap appears in the line of on-coming motor vehicles and into the the cyclist on the shoulder. "Left hooks" are also one of the most common types of crashes between motor vehicles and bicycles. The most common cause of crashes between motor vehicles and bicycles is the drive out from an intersection. One reason these occur is that the motorist doesn't see the bicyclist when they drive out from the intersection. The narrow profile of an on-coming bicycle makes it difficult to see and judge its speed. This problem is bad enough when cyclists are in the travel lane. It can be expected to be worse when the bicyclist is on the shoulder where the motorist is even less likely to be looking, especially when they're talking on the phone. The plan does not recognize these dangers and includes no designs for handling bicycles riding on the shoulders at traffic crossings. 4. Traveling on the shoulder and then merging from the shoulder to the travel lane, to go straight through an intersection or to make a left turn at an intersection is less safe than traveling in the through lane or merging from the through lane to the left side of the lane or to a left turn lane to make a left turn. The plan does not recognize these challenges and includes no designs for ensuring safe merging from the shoulder. *STRIPING SHOULDERS AS BIKE LANES IS A BAD IDEA* Striping shoulders as bike lanes is a bad idea for 3 reasons: 1. Striping the shoulders as bike lanes will encourage bicyclists, particularly inexperienced cyclists, to drive on the bike lane when it may indeed be less safe than the roadway because of inadequate bike lane maintenance or unsafe bike lane construction as discussed above. The plan does not provide justification for striping the shoulders as bike lanes rather than just paving the shoulders and leaving them unmarked. 2. Striping the shoulders as bike lanes can be expected to confuse both motorists and bicyclists about where the bicyclist should be on the highway. Too many motorists and bicyclists already are unaware that the law gives bicyclists the same rights to the roadway as motorists. Few motorists and cyclists are aware that the safest position for the cyclist can be on the left side of the travel lane, for example, when making a left turn. Motorists can be expected to be less accommodating of bicycles merging left across the roadway from a bike lane than of bicycles merging left in the travel lane or from the travel lane. While the design directives in the plan specify: " Cars hitting bikes that make left turns from the right side of the roadway is also a common type of crash between motor vehicles and bicycles. At locations where the shoulder width becomes too narrow for use as bicycle lanes, signage will be installed reading "BICYCLE LANE ENDS MERGE WITH TRAFFIC", the plan does not recognize the turn movements that cyclists must be able to make and it provides no provision for making such turn movements safer from the bike lane than from a travel lane. It also provides no justification that merging from the bike lane could be safer than merging in or from the travel lane. 3. Striping shoulders as bike lanes can be expected to increase the attitude among the general public, motorists and even many bicyclists that bicyclists do not have a right to the road. Striping the shoulders as bike lanes can decrease the safety of cyclists who choose to drive on the roadway because motorists may believe that they are not required to exercise due care for cyclists when they believe that cyclists do not belong on the roadway. The plan does not recognize the problem of erroneous perception of cyclists' rights to the roadway. The plan does include laudable bicycle safety training but it is not clear that the training will cover cyclists' right to the road. *FORBIDDING CYCLISTS FROM DRIVING ON THE ROADWAY EXPLICITLY DENIES CYCLISTS' RIGHT TO THE ROAD* The design directives in the plan state: "Bicycles are required to use marked bicycle lane if present." The proposed 17C-11-5c states: "Whenever a paved path has been constructed and designated for bicycles adjacent to a roadway, bicycle riders shall use such path and shall not use the roadway". Forbidding cyclists from driving on the roadway when a bike lane and side path exists explicitly denies bicyclists' right to the roadway. Forcing cyclists to drive on bike lanes and bike paths indicates that even the WVDOH doesn't believe that they are safer than cycling on the roadway. Requiring cyclists to drive on bike lanes and bike paths and prohibiting cyclists from driving on the roadway indicates that getting cyclists off the road is a higher WVDOH priority than cyclist safety. My understanding is that all states put language such as that in 17C-11-2 that grants cyclists equal rights to the roadway into their state laws in the early 1900's but language such as that in 17C-11-5 did not appear until after World War II when our country became decidedly auto-centric. While other states are recognizing the discrimination of Far to the Right (FTR), Mandatory Bike Lane (MBL), Mandatory Shoulder Use (MSU) and Mandatory Side Path (MSP) requirements and repealing these discriminatory articles from their laws, WV is heading toward becoming the only state in the union with all 4. The attached table shows the current status of the 50 states with respect to these laws. (My thanks to fellow LCI Dan Gutierrez for creating that file.) Frank Gmeindl Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board LCI #1703 /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ *§17C-11-5. Riding on roadways and bicycle paths. *(as contained in draft WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan)* * (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. _except; when overtaking and passing another bicycle or vehicle proceeding in the same direction, when preparing for a left turn at an intersection or into a private road or driveway, when riding in the right turn only lane, or 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 substandard width lanes that make it unsafe to continue along the right-hand curb or edge. For purposes of this section, a "substandard width lane" is a lane that is too narrow for a bicycle and a vehicle to travel safely side by side within the lane. _ (b) Persons riding bicycles upon a roadway shall not ride more than two abreast except on paths or parts of roadways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles. _Persons riding two abreast, where allowed, shall not impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic and shall ride within a single lane. _ (c) Whenever a usable path for bicycles has been provided _paved path has been constructed and designated for bicycles _adjacent to a roadway, bicycle riders shall use such path and shall not use the roadway. _(d) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as prohibiting persons from riding bicycles on or along shoulders of a street or highway._ -------- Original Message -------- Subject: RE: Bicycles on roadway shoulders Date: Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:47:42 -0500 From: Robinson, Bill C <Bill.C.Robinson(a)wv.gov> To: Kimberly Jo <kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com> CC: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net>, Hudson, Jim E <Jim.E.Hudson(a)wv.gov>, Simmons, Harold R <Harold.R.Simmons(a)wv.gov>, Warner, Richard L <Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov>, Stanevich, Ron L <Ron.L.Stanevich(a)wv.gov> References: <9F99D851A5A1AA42BC98EF491E731F8F31967E(a)WVOTMAIL04.executive.stateofwv.gov> <4AE740C8.8050400(a)verizon.net> <9F99D851A5A1AA42BC98EF491E731F8FD24DAE(a)WVOTMAIL04.executive.stateofwv.gov> <bf837ff30911030817j7f632cc2ya2297cd14213fc3b(a)mail.gmail.com> *Kim -- * * * *Regretfully, I would like to ask that you not distribute the draft plan you received. This version is only the second draft; it has never left our Division; it has never been seen by the top-level managers in the WVDOH (such as the Secretary/Commissioner or the State Highway Engineer); it really has no standing. It is what I've told you that it is: simply a draft "starting point". We've already done one extensive re-write; we expect probably at least one more before submittal to higher level management. We have started with everything we think may be possible for the WVDOH to achieve, but obviously without management "buy-in" we can't promise anything. To release this draft plan (which was meant to only be reviewed internally in the WVDOH) may jeopardize or complicate the process; if WVDOH management is in disagreement or apprehensive about any of the draft recommendations, public comment at this point may erode our ability to sway people internally on what might be perceived (again, internally) as questionable directions for the WVDOH. In addition, in the interest of fairness to the citizens, we don't want to "piecemeal" drafts out to people without all interested parties having a chance to view it at the same time.* * * *As in our earlier conversations, when we have a version of this plan that the WVDOH management is comfortable with, the WVDOH will have a public comment period and will welcome input from the bicycle community and all the interested citizens, but we're not at that point right now and receiving comments on a "rough" draft document that may change significantly won't be helpful to the WVDOH or a good use of the time and energy of the bicycle community at this point. So please, just take a look at the draft, see it as an indicator of the larger picture of what the WVDOH is trying to do and I'll contact you when we are ready for public comment.* * * *Bill* *William C. Robinson*** *State Trail Coordinator* *Progam Manager, Recreational Trails Program * *WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator* *Chairman, West Virginia Recreational Trails Advisory Board* * * *West Virginia Department of Transportation* *Division of Highways* *Program Planning and Administration Division* *1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East* *Building 5, Room 863* *Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430* *(304)558-9615 Fax -- (304)558-3783* *bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov <mailto:bill.c.robinson@wv.gov>* *_"_**The life of the artist is, in relation to his work, stern and lonely. He has labored hard,* *often amid depravation, to perfect his skill. He has turned aside from quick success in* *order to strip his vision of everything secondary or cheapening. His working life is* *marked by intense application and intense discipline." - John F. Kennedy, 1962 * * * * * * * * * *From:* Kimberly Jo [mailto:kimberlyjoshi@gmail.com] *Sent:* Tuesday, November 03, 2009 11:18 AM *To:* Robinson, Bill C *Subject:* Fwd: Bicycles on roadway shoulders What's up Bill? Can I distribute this to our list. Thanks! ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: *Stanevich, Ron L* <Ron.L.Stanevich(a)wv.gov <mailto:Ron.L.Stanevich@wv.gov>> Date: Tue, Nov 3, 2009 at 10:53 AM Subject: RE: Bicycles on roadway shoulders To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net <mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net>> Cc: Kim Broughton <kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com <mailto:kimberlyjoshi@gmail.com>> Frank / Kim Thanks for your responses last week. I've attached a draft copy of the WVDOH's Bicycle / Ped Plan (note, I don't think that this is the actual title, but because this is a draft copy, some of the titles are missing). In this plan are several changes to current WVDOH Policies and changes that the DOH intends to make to the WV Code in the very near future. Please note the DOH is only making changes that we feel affect its operations and issues. What I'm told that has been the direction given from our management. Nevertheless I've been "befriended" some of the employees in Planning and they've given me these draft copies to review. I asked if I could circulate them to friends for comments. They said they had no problem with that. So that's what I'm doing. If you have comments on any of these proposals. Please feel free to submit them to me as soon as possible. I have no clue as to when the Division plans to submit this, or what the rest of the review process is like or consists of. Again, it's not my section. But the sooner you can get me comments, I will forward them on to the appropriate individuals. Frank... concerning our correspondence last week about the shoulder riding, the division has proposed a change to 17C-11-5 by adding a section (d) that states that /Nothing in this Chapter shall be construed as prohibiting persons from riding bicycles on or along the shoulders or a street or highway/. Anyhow, I thought I would circulate these proposals for a wider reviewing audience. I did say that I would try to get comments back to them shortly and they would look at them. Again this is just a draft proposal of WVDOH Policies, and changes to the State Code that deal with DOH issues in regards to Pedestrians and Bicycles. Please feel free to review circulate and comment back to me if you wish, and I'll try to make sure they get to the appropriate personnel. /Ron Stanevich, PE/ /Specifications Engineer/ /West Virginia Division Of Highways/ /Contract Administration/ /1900 Kanawha Blvd East/ /Bldg 5, RM 722/ /304.558.9556/ *From:* Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net <mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net>] *Sent:* Tuesday, October 27, 2009 2:50 PM *To:* Stanevich, Ron L *Cc:* Kimberly Jo *Subject:* Re: Bicycles on roadway shoulders Ron, Thanks for contacting me. I hope the class is stimulating and informative. Wish I were there with you! I have a lot to learn:) The WV code is unclear whether bicyclists are permitted to drive their bicycles on shoulders. Since the code doesn't explicitly address bicycling on shoulders, one could argue that it is permitted. However, a problem arises when a cyclist is injured while bicycling on the shoulder or when a bicyclist while bicycling on the shoulder, injures someone. The WV code only says that bicyclists have the same rights and duties as motorists when they're on the roadway. WV code 17C-1-37 explicitly excludes the shoulder from the definition of "Roadway". Specifically, 17C-1-37 says, ""Roadway" means that portion of a highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular travel, *exclusive of the berm or shoulder*." That is, according to WV code, the shoulder is not part of the roadway. Why is that important? It's important because WV code 17C-11-2 only gives cyclists equal right to motorists when the bicyclist is bicycling on the roadway. Explicitly, 17C-11-2 says, "Every person riding a bicycle *upon a roadway* shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle by this chapter, except as to special regulations in this article and except as to those provisions of this chapter which by their nature can have no application." I am surprised that the NHI instructor believes that WV's State Code falls back on the Uniform Vehicle Code because the WVDOH told me otherwise. Here's a quote from a December 17 e-mail from Ray Lewis, WVDOT Staff Engineer - Traffic Research and Special Projects to Bill Robinson, WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator "The UVC is a model code, like many other model codes. There is no requirement that West Virginia adopt it, or conform to it. The WV Code language governs in all cases. We were able for several years to have bills introduced in the Legislature to have the WV CODE brought into conformity with the UVC; our efforts repeatedly failed." Kim Broughton was copied on that e-mail. The reason this came up is that Bill, Ray and I were discussing 17C-11-5 that says, "Every person operating a bicycle upon a roadway shall ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable...". I cited the UVC that clarifies "as near to the right as practicable" and above was Mr. Lewis' response. I hope this answers your question. Please let me know how it turns out. Frank Gmeindl League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructor #1703 Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board On 10/27/2009 1:58 PM, Stanevich, Ron L wrote: Mr. Gmeindle I'm currently in a NHI bicycle & pedestrian facilities class. The instructors here from FHWA feel that WV's State Code falls back on the Universal Vehicle Code when it comes to the subject issue. I remember at this past summer's Symposium, it was discussed that bicycles were not allowed on roadway shoulders. I was trying to find where this issue is addressed in state code, and Kim Broughton passed me along to you. Thanks Ron Stanevich WVDOH Message sent from my Blackberry! -- Kimberly Broughton Creative Crosswalks, LLC kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com <mailto:kimberlyjoshi@gmail.com> 304.483.1685

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Campus Connector letter to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 11 Nov '09

11 Nov '09

Bicycle Board Members, Please reply with your concurrence with the attached letter from the BB to the TC on the Campus Connector. This was an action item from our meeting last week. If you have any suggested changes, please reply-all so we all can see the changes you propose. I will present the letter to the TC when we have concurrence from all members. Thanks to Hugh for creating the first draft! :-) Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Jones Avenue crash
by Frank Gmeindl 10 Nov '09

10 Nov '09

Bicycle Board Members, This Thursday, November 12, at 4:30 pm in Municipal Court the hearing will be held on John Duarte's crash on Jones Avenue. Municipal Court is in the Public Safety Center, the same building in which we have our monthly meeting. John is OK with cyclists attending the hearing. The driver that pulled out in front of him is contesting the citation for failure to yield that the police gave him. A policeman showed up within 5 minutes of the crash. The policeman took a deposition from the driver and one witness. John's bicycle did not collide with the car. When he saw the car pulling out in front of him he braked and flew over the handle bars. He broke his pelvis. He thinks his left leg jamming into his pelvis caused the fracture. He landed with his legs straddling the driver side front wheel of the car with his right leg behind the tire and his left leg in front of the tire. The driver backed over his right leg and then pulled forward off of it. John was screaming all this time and there were several people around also yelling to the driver to stop that someone was under his car. John had 4.5 hours of surgery that went in through his abdomen. He has 2-3 plates and several screws. He has much neurological damage to his left side. His leg and foot continue to be inflamed. He can walk on crutches but does not have feeling in his left leg. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Fwd: November minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 09 Nov '09

09 Nov '09

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[Fwd: WV 705 Share the Road Signs]
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Nov '09

09 Nov '09

Bicycle Board Members, FYI, WVDOH says they'll put Share the Road signs on 705. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ -------- Original Message -------- Subject: WV 705 Share the Road Signs Date: Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:06:40 -0500 From: Bill Austin <baustin(a)moncpc.org> To: <moncom(a)aol.com>, "'Don Spencer'" <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>, <dulaneyoil(a)comcast.net>, "'Perry J' 'Keller'" <Perry.J.Keller(a)wv.gov>, "'Patricia Lewis'" <gvmayor(a)comcast.net>, <bill(a)byrnehedges.com>, "'David Bruffy'" <Bruffy(a)busride.org>, <Bellcom21(a)aol.com>, <statler4board(a)hotmail.com>, <Jenstraface(a)msn.com>, <charliebyrer(a)gmail.com>, "'Joe Fisher'" <Joe.Fisher(a)mail.wvu.edu>, <jlgoodwi(a)access.k12.wv.us> CC: 'Hugh Kierig' <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>, 'Terry Hough' <though(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, 'Damien Davis' <ddavis(a)cityofmorgantown.org> Board Members, For your information As we discussed at the last MPO meeting there were some concerns that the recent improvement to WV 705 between Stewartstown and the Mileground did not sufficiently address cyclists potential use of the road. I spoke informally to the local DOH Traffic Engineer today and he informed me that they will be installing Share the Road Sign on the facility in the next two months. I should have more detailed information in this matter in the next couple of weeks. This should make the situation a little better for cyclists in the area. Please let me know if you have any questions on this matter or if I may be of assistance. Thank you, Bill Austin, AICP Executive Director Morgantown Monongalia MPO 180 Hart Field Road Morgantown, WVA 26508 304-291-9571 304-692-7225 Mobile

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Bike Board logo?
by Derek Springston 09 Nov '09

09 Nov '09

Hey guys, Do you think we should develop a Bike Board logo to put on our documents and maps. I think it could be quite valuable for helping folks recognize the work we're doing. ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141665/direct/01/

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MapFest next Tuesday
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Nov '09

05 Nov '09

Bicycle Board Members, Next Tuesday, October 6, 6-9 pm we will review the first draft comprehensive Morgantown Bicycle Route map and try to complete it so we can produce it and distribute it at the Oct. 19 grand opening of the Mountaineer Station. We will meet in the Training Room in the Public Safety Center. Please come and contribute to perfecting the map. Or, just to give thanks to Derek for all the tremendous work that he's done pulling this together. Frank

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Merge bike parking recommendations
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Nov '09

04 Nov '09

Chip, Alice, Don, Jennie, Please review the file at: http://www.4shared.com/file/146410769/a83ced92/HighStBikeParking200911040.h… and tell me when you can meet so we can decide which post-and-loop racks we can eliminate. The file is Damien Davis' most recent High Street Streetscape drawings showing the current locations of the post-and-loop racks after we moved several from the simulated red bricks to the white concrete. You will also notice highlighted in green with penciled in numbers, the parking meter posts that we selected for mounting loops. It also includes really cool photos of one of our star City counselors standing dutifully with her bike in the rain. Today, I met with Tom Arnold and he approved those 17 parking meter posts for installation of bicycle parking loops that Chip, Alice and I recommeded. He also really wants to put 2 on either side of the PSC as we recommended. He will present our recommendation to the Parking Authority on November 11. He is confident that they, including Charlie McEwuen will approve them. Damien's High Street drawing only shows 15 parking meters because 2 of those we recommended are on Walnut Street by the Moose. Now we have to decide which of the post-and-loop locations that we recommended to the City we must keep and which we can delete. I have already indicated some that I think we can delete because the parking meter mounts will now suffice for them and Damien thinks they may have an ADA conflict. That leaves approximately 15 that we must decide whether to keep or delete. We can afford about 10 of them but if we put all 10 on High Street we'll have no money left for any other locations such as Courthouse Square, South High Station, Black Bear, Willey Street, Spruce Street or the Parking garages. Let me know when you can meet. I'm also copying the Bicycle Board in case any other members want to contribute. Frank

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[Fwd: RE: Bicycles on roadway shoulders]
by Frank Gmeindl 04 Nov '09

04 Nov '09

Bicycle Board Members, Please see message below from Bill Robinson, State Trail Coordinator. PLEASE DO NOT DISTRIBUTE THE PRELIMINARY WVDOH BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN PLAN THAT I SENT YOU YESTERDAY. I still think it's worth reading to show us what they're thinking. Frank -------- Original Message -------- Subject: RE: Bicycles on roadway shoulders Date: Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:47:42 -0500 From: Robinson, Bill C <Bill.C.Robinson(a)wv.gov> To: Kimberly Jo <kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com> CC: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net>, Hudson, Jim E <Jim.E.Hudson(a)wv.gov>, Simmons, Harold R <Harold.R.Simmons(a)wv.gov>, Warner, Richard L <Richard.L.Warner(a)wv.gov>, Stanevich, Ron L <Ron.L.Stanevich(a)wv.gov> References: <9F99D851A5A1AA42BC98EF491E731F8F31967E(a)WVOTMAIL04.executive.stateofwv.gov> <4AE740C8.8050400(a)verizon.net> <9F99D851A5A1AA42BC98EF491E731F8FD24DAE(a)WVOTMAIL04.executive.stateofwv.gov> <bf837ff30911030817j7f632cc2ya2297cd14213fc3b(a)mail.gmail.com> *Kim -- * * * *Regretfully, I would like to ask that you not distribute the draft plan you received. This version is only the second draft; it has never left our Division; it has never been seen by the top-level managers in the WVDOH (such as the Secretary/Commissioner or the State Highway Engineer); it really has no standing. It is what I've told you that it is: simply a draft "starting point". We've already done one extensive re-write; we expect probably at least one more before submittal to higher level management. We have started with everything we think may be possible for the WVDOH to achieve, but obviously without management "buy-in" we can't promise anything. To release this draft plan (which was meant to only be reviewed internally in the WVDOH) may jeopardize or complicate the process; if WVDOH management is in disagreement or apprehensive about any of the draft recommendations, public comment at this point may erode our ability to sway people internally on what might be perceived (again, internally) as questionable directions for the WVDOH. In addition, in the interest of fairness to the citizens, we don't want to "piecemeal" drafts out to people without all interested parties having a chance to view it at the same time.* * * *As in our earlier conversations, when we have a version of this plan that the WVDOH management is comfortable with, the WVDOH will have a public comment period and will welcome input from the bicycle community and all the interested citizens, but we're not at that point right now and receiving comments on a "rough" draft document that may change significantly won't be helpful to the WVDOH or a good use of the time and energy of the bicycle community at this point. So please, just take a look at the draft, see it as an indicator of the larger picture of what the WVDOH is trying to do and I'll contact you when we are ready for public comment.* * * *Bill* *William C. Robinson*** *State Trail Coordinator* *Progam Manager, Recreational Trails Program * *WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator* *Chairman, West Virginia Recreational Trails Advisory Board* * * *West Virginia Department of Transportation* *Division of Highways* *Program Planning and Administration Division* *1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East* *Building 5, Room 863* *Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0430* *(304)558-9615 Fax -- (304)558-3783* *bill.c.robinson(a)wv.gov <mailto:bill.c.robinson@wv.gov>* *_"_**The life of the artist is, in relation to his work, stern and lonely. He has labored hard,* *often amid depravation, to perfect his skill. He has turned aside from quick success in* *order to strip his vision of everything secondary or cheapening. His working life is* *marked by intense application and intense discipline." - John F. Kennedy, 1962 * * * * * * * * * *From:* Kimberly Jo [mailto:kimberlyjoshi@gmail.com] *Sent:* Tuesday, November 03, 2009 11:18 AM *To:* Robinson, Bill C *Subject:* Fwd: Bicycles on roadway shoulders What's up Bill? Can I distribute this to our list. Thanks! ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: *Stanevich, Ron L* <Ron.L.Stanevich(a)wv.gov <mailto:Ron.L.Stanevich@wv.gov>> Date: Tue, Nov 3, 2009 at 10:53 AM Subject: RE: Bicycles on roadway shoulders To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net <mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net>> Cc: Kim Broughton <kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com <mailto:kimberlyjoshi@gmail.com>> Frank / Kim Thanks for your responses last week. I've attached a draft copy of the WVDOH's Bicycle / Ped Plan (note, I don't think that this is the actual title, but because this is a draft copy, some of the titles are missing). In this plan are several changes to current WVDOH Policies and changes that the DOH intends to make to the WV Code in the very near future. Please note the DOH is only making changes that we feel affect its operations and issues. What I'm told that has been the direction given from our management. Nevertheless I've been "befriended" some of the employees in Planning and they've given me these draft copies to review. I asked if I could circulate them to friends for comments. They said they had no problem with that. So that's what I'm doing. If you have comments on any of these proposals. Please feel free to submit them to me as soon as possible. I have no clue as to when the Division plans to submit this, or what the rest of the review process is like or consists of. Again, it's not my section. But the sooner you can get me comments, I will forward them on to the appropriate individuals. Frank... concerning our correspondence last week about the shoulder riding, the division has proposed a change to 17C-11-5 by adding a section (d) that states that /Nothing in this Chapter shall be construed as prohibiting persons from riding bicycles on or along the shoulders or a street or highway/. Anyhow, I thought I would circulate these proposals for a wider reviewing audience. I did say that I would try to get comments back to them shortly and they would look at them. Again this is just a draft proposal of WVDOH Policies, and changes to the State Code that deal with DOH issues in regards to Pedestrians and Bicycles. Please feel free to review circulate and comment back to me if you wish, and I'll try to make sure they get to the appropriate personnel. /Ron Stanevich, PE/ /Specifications Engineer/ /West Virginia Division Of Highways/ /Contract Administration/ /1900 Kanawha Blvd East/ /Bldg 5, RM 722/ /304.558.9556/ *From:* Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net <mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net>] *Sent:* Tuesday, October 27, 2009 2:50 PM *To:* Stanevich, Ron L *Cc:* Kimberly Jo *Subject:* Re: Bicycles on roadway shoulders Ron, Thanks for contacting me. I hope the class is stimulating and informative. Wish I were there with you! I have a lot to learn:) The WV code is unclear whether bicyclists are permitted to drive their bicycles on shoulders. Since the code doesn't explicitly address bicycling on shoulders, one could argue that it is permitted. However, a problem arises when a cyclist is injured while bicycling on the shoulder or when a bicyclist while bicycling on the shoulder, injures someone. The WV code only says that bicyclists have the same rights and duties as motorists when they're on the roadway. WV code 17C-1-37 explicitly excludes the shoulder from the definition of "Roadway". Specifically, 17C-1-37 says, ""Roadway" means that portion of a highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular travel, *exclusive of the berm or shoulder*." That is, according to WV code, the shoulder is not part of the roadway. Why is that important? It's important because WV code 17C-11-2 only gives cyclists equal right to motorists when the bicyclist is bicycling on the roadway. Explicitly, 17C-11-2 says, "Every person riding a bicycle *upon a roadway* shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle by this chapter, except as to special regulations in this article and except as to those provisions of this chapter which by their nature can have no application." I am surprised that the NHI instructor believes that WV's State Code falls back on the Uniform Vehicle Code because the WVDOH told me otherwise. Here's a quote from a December 17 e-mail from Ray Lewis, WVDOT Staff Engineer - Traffic Research and Special Projects to Bill Robinson, WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator "The UVC is a model code, like many other model codes. There is no requirement that West Virginia adopt it, or conform to it. The WV Code language governs in all cases. We were able for several years to have bills introduced in the Legislature to have the WV CODE brought into conformity with the UVC; our efforts repeatedly failed." Kim Broughton was copied on that e-mail. The reason this came up is that Bill, Ray and I were discussing 17C-11-5 that says, "Every person operating a bicycle upon a roadway shall ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable...". I cited the UVC that clarifies "as near to the right as practicable" and above was Mr. Lewis' response. I hope this answers your question. Please let me know how it turns out. Frank Gmeindl League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructor #1703 Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board On 10/27/2009 1:58 PM, Stanevich, Ron L wrote: Mr. Gmeindle I'm currently in a NHI bicycle & pedestrian facilities class. The instructors here from FHWA feel that WV's State Code falls back on the Universal Vehicle Code when it comes to the subject issue. I remember at this past summer's Symposium, it was discussed that bicycles were not allowed on roadway shoulders. I was trying to find where this issue is addressed in state code, and Kim Broughton passed me along to you. Thanks Ron Stanevich WVDOH Message sent from my Blackberry! -- Kimberly Broughton Creative Crosswalks, LLC kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com <mailto:kimberlyjoshi@gmail.com> 304.483.1685

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Draft report to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Nov '09

03 Nov '09

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a draft report to the Traffic Commission that I propose to deliver to them tomorrow night at their regular monthly meeting. I apologize again for the late completion of this. If you would like me to make any changes, please let me know ASAP. I will submit it by 5 pm today. Frank

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[Fwd: RE: Bicycles on roadway shoulders]
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Nov '09

03 Nov '09

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is the WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian plan that I just received. I think we should all review it and prepare a Bicycle Board response. The Combined Plan is 128 pages and will require some digestion. I've only scanned it but the legislation changes and design directives in the appendix tell me that the WVDOH aims to get bicycles off the roads. For example, if there's a bike lane, bicycles must ride in the bike lane and not on the roadway and they're planning to make all shoulders bike lanes. The good news??? is that they plan to monitor crashes at intersections. I hope you all will read the attached carefully. I think we need to submit a response that addresses both the underlying principles of the plan as well as recommended specific line-by-line changes. Attached is a revised agenda for this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting. Topic 9 will be a 15 minute discussion with the desired outcome that we will have a plan for responding to WVDOH. Frank -------- Original Message -------- Subject: RE: Bicycles on roadway shoulders Date: Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:53:51 -0500 From: Stanevich, Ron L <Ron.L.Stanevich(a)wv.gov> To: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> CC: Kim Broughton <kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com> References: <9F99D851A5A1AA42BC98EF491E731F8F31967E(a)WVOTMAIL04.executive.stateofwv.gov> <4AE740C8.8050400(a)verizon.net> Frank / Kim Thanks for your responses last week. I’ve attached a draft copy of the WVDOH’s Bicycle / Ped Plan (note, I don’t think that this is the actual title, but because this is a draft copy, some of the titles are missing). In this plan are several changes to current WVDOH Policies and changes that the DOH intends to make to the WV Code in the very near future. Please note the DOH is only making changes that we feel affect its operations and issues. What I’m told that has been the direction given from our management. Nevertheless I’ve been “befriended” some of the employees in Planning and they’ve given me these draft copies to review. I asked if I could circulate them to friends for comments. They said they had no problem with that. So that’s what I’m doing. If you have comments on any of these proposals. Please feel free to submit them to me as soon as possible. I have no clue as to when the Division plans to submit this, or what the rest of the review process is like or consists of. Again, it’s not my section. But the sooner you can get me comments, I will forward them on to the appropriate individuals. Frank… concerning our correspondence last week about the shoulder riding, the division has proposed a change to 17C-11-5 by adding a section (d) that states that /Nothing in this Chapter shall be construed as prohibiting persons from riding bicycles on or along the shoulders or a street or highway/. Anyhow, I thought I would circulate these proposals for a wider reviewing audience. I did say that I would try to get comments back to them shortly and they would look at them. Again this is just a draft proposal of WVDOH Policies, and changes to the State Code that deal with DOH issues in regards to Pedestrians and Bicycles. Please feel free to review circulate and comment back to me if you wish, and I’ll try to make sure they get to the appropriate personnel. /Ron Stanevich, PE/ /Specifications Engineer/// /West Virginia Division Of Highways/// /Contract Administration/// /1900 Kanawha Blvd East/// /Bldg 5, RM 722/ /304.558.9556/ *From:* Frank Gmeindl [mailto:fgmeindl@verizon.net] *Sent:* Tuesday, October 27, 2009 2:50 PM *To:* Stanevich, Ron L *Cc:* Kimberly Jo *Subject:* Re: Bicycles on roadway shoulders Ron, Thanks for contacting me. I hope the class is stimulating and informative. Wish I were there with you! I have a lot to learn:) The WV code is unclear whether bicyclists are permitted to drive their bicycles on shoulders. Since the code doesn't explicitly address bicycling on shoulders, one could argue that it is permitted. However, a problem arises when a cyclist is injured while bicycling on the shoulder or when a bicyclist while bicycling on the shoulder, injures someone. The WV code only says that bicyclists have the same rights and duties as motorists when they're on the roadway. WV code 17C-1-37 explicitly excludes the shoulder from the definition of "Roadway". Specifically, 17C-1-37 says, ""Roadway" means that portion of a highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular travel, *exclusive of the berm or shoulder*." That is, according to WV code, the shoulder is not part of the roadway. Why is that important? It's important because WV code 17C-11-2 only gives cyclists equal right to motorists when the bicyclist is bicycling on the roadway. Explicitly, 17C-11-2 says, "Every person riding a bicycle *upon a roadway* shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle by this chapter, except as to special regulations in this article and except as to those provisions of this chapter which by their nature can have no application." I am surprised that the NHI instructor believes that WV's State Code falls back on the Uniform Vehicle Code because the WVDOH told me otherwise. Here's a quote from a December 17 e-mail from Ray Lewis, WVDOT Staff Engineer - Traffic Research and Special Projects to Bill Robinson, WVDOH Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator "The UVC is a model code, like many other model codes. There is no requirement that West Virginia adopt it, or conform to it. The WV Code language governs in all cases. We were able for several years to have bills introduced in the Legislature to have the WV CODE brought into conformity with the UVC; our efforts repeatedly failed." Kim Broughton was copied on that e-mail. The reason this came up is that Bill, Ray and I were discussing 17C-11-5 that says, "Every person operating a bicycle upon a roadway shall ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable...". I cited the UVC that clarifies "as near to the right as practicable" and above was Mr. Lewis' response. I hope this answers your question. Please let me know how it turns out. Frank Gmeindl League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructor #1703 Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board On 10/27/2009 1:58 PM, Stanevich, Ron L wrote: Mr. Gmeindle I'm currently in a NHI bicycle & pedestrian facilities class. The instructors here from FHWA feel that WV's State Code falls back on the Universal Vehicle Code when it comes to the subject issue. I remember at this past summer's Symposium, it was discussed that bicycles were not allowed on roadway shoulders. I was trying to find where this issue is addressed in state code, and Kim Broughton passed me along to you. Thanks Ron Stanevich WVDOH Message sent from my Blackberry!

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This Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Nov '09

02 Nov '09

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached a suggested agenda for this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting. Also attached are the minutes of our last meeting, the September meeting. See you Thursday. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Notes from meeting with Tom Arnold
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Oct '09

29 Oct '09

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached preliminary minutes from my and Chip's meeting with Tom Arnold yesterday. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Fwd: "complete streets"
by Jim Rye 29 Oct '09

29 Oct '09

fyi >>> Sarah Steel 10/27/2009 2:17 PM >>> Hi Jim, Thought you might be interested in this article: http://www.wired.com/autopia/2009/10/complete-streets/ :-)Sarah Sarah Steel 606-E Allen Hall WVU PO Box 6122 Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 Phone: 304-293-6762

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8:30 am Fri. @ Blue Moose re: bike parking
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Oct '09

29 Oct '09

Bicycle Board Members, Yesterday, Chip and I met with Tom Arnold, Morgantown Parking Authority Director. *He suggested* that we mount the rings (of the post-and-loop bike parking racks) on parking meters! He said, "Give me the rings and we'll mount 'em." He also said the parking authority would patrol and maintain the bike parking. Now, we have to tell him which parking meters we want the rings to be on. Please come to the Blue Moose at 8:30 am tomorrow. We'll review the details and then walk High Street and identify the meters that we want the rings to be on. We need to get this done by next week, before the Parking Authority's next meeting in two weeks. Now, should it be latté or cappuccino? Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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FW: Route 705, Morgantown
by Derek Springston 26 Oct '09

26 Oct '09

Hey guys, Here is a follow-up email/reply back to my friend Eric's concern based on what is happen on Rt. 705. Should we address anything concerning 705 at the next meeting? Thanks, ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells From: moxiemeister(a)hotmail.com To: guitardeek(a)hotmail.com Subject: FW: Route 705, Morgantown Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:42:17 -0400 Derek, Just though I'd forward the response to my inquiry on Rt. 705 Moxie for the Masses EMAILING FOR THE GREATER GOOD Join me Subject: Route 705, Morgantown Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:38:35 -0400 From: Tammy.L.Carson(a)wv.gov To: moxiemeister(a)hotmail.com CC: Kristi.A.Goodman(a)wv.gov; Gary.K.Clayton(a)wv.gov; Fouad.N.Shoukry(a)wv.gov; Bryan.L.Radabaugh(a)wv.gov; Robert.Pennington(a)wv.gov Dear Mr. Henrickson; Thank you for your e-mail to Secretary Mattox concerning the need for signage on WV 705, in Morgantown, Monongalia County. Your e-mail was forwarded to the District Four Headquarters for investigation and reply. The Division of Highways is presently doing a study in that area to ensure that signage would be the appropriate step to take in this matter. We want to ensure that all safety regulations for the bicyclist has been taken into consideration, due to the fact that there is a set speed limit of 50mph on WV 705. We will have a response for you by November 6, 2009, to advise you of our findings. Again thank you for your e-mail and sharing your concern. Should need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Gary.K.Clayton(a)wv.gov. We appreciate your patience in this matter. From: Eric Henrickson [mailto:moxiemeister@hotmail.com] Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 4:01 PM To: DOT Commissioner Cc: Derek Springston Subject: Route 705, Morgantown Mr. Mattox, I would like to voice my concern and displeasure at some of the new features of the recent renovations to Route 705 in Morgantown. I was appreciative of the efficiency with which these changes took place and even pleased to see that there was adequate space on the newly paved shoulders outside of vehicular lanes to allow bicycle traffic. However, when the guard rails were placed, they were placed through the pavement of these shoulders, effectively eliminating them as viable lanes for bicycles. They could have been easily placed outside of the paved areas, but weren't. I have been an avid bicycle commuter and have been using this road for the last twelve years as my route to work. The recent renovations have eliminated large stretches of the formerly generous paved shoulders, which had allowed me to ride without impeding vehicular traffic. I am now forced to occupy a full lane. Although I realize that it is my privilege under the law to do so, I would rather defer to the convenience of motorists and not have to delay them. Unfortunately, there are no viable alternative routes for cyclists to use in lieu of Rt. 705. There is, however, a low cost fix to this problem. The inbound lane features a full with breakdown lane. If the lines were repainted to shift all lanes and split this available space with the shoulder of the outbound lanes, there would be sufficient space to permit cyclists to safely ride outside of the regular lanes for vehicular traffic. Might I also suggest some signage to represent the use of this road by cyclists. Sincerely, Eric Henrickson 1142 Berwood Dr. Morgantown, WV 26505 304-296-4055 cc: Derek Springston, Morgantown Bicycle Board Moxie for the Masses EMAILING FOR THE GREATER GOOD Join me _________________________________________________________________ Windows 7: I wanted more reliable, now it's more reliable. Wow! http://microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/default-ga.aspx?h=myidea?ocid=PID247…

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Fwd: Route 705, Morgantown
by Derek Springston 20 Oct '09

20 Oct '09

Hey guys, Here is a letter that my friend Eric sent to the DOT Commissioner. See what you think. ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells From: moxiemeister(a)hotmail.com To: dot.commissioner(a)wv.gov CC: guitardeek(a)hotmail.com Subject: Route 705, Morgantown Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:00:44 -0400 Mr. Mattox, I would like to voice my concern and displeasure at some of the new features of the recent renovations to Route 705 in Morgantown. I was appreciative of the efficiency with which these changes took place and even pleased to see that there was adequate space on the newly paved shoulders outside of vehicular lanes to allow bicycle traffic. However, when the guard rails were placed, they were placed through the pavement of these shoulders, effectively eliminating them as viable lanes for bicycles. They could have been easily placed outside of the paved areas, but weren't. I have been an avid bicycle commuter and have been using this road for the last twelve years as my route to work. The recent renovations have eliminated large stretches of the formerly generous paved shoulders, which had allowed me to ride without impeding vehicular traffic. I am now forced to occupy a full lane. Although I realize that it is my privilege under the law to do so, I would rather defer to the convenience of motorists and not have to delay them. Unfortunately, there are no viable alternative routes for cyclists to use in lieu of Rt. 705. There is, however, a low cost fix to this problem. The inbound lane features a full with breakdown lane. If the lines were repainted to shift all lanes and split this available space with the shoulder of the outbound lanes, there would be sufficient space to permit cyclists to safely ride outside of the regular lanes for vehicular traffic. Might I also suggest some signage to represent the use of this road by cyclists. Sincerely, Eric Henrickson 1142 Berwood Dr. Morgantown, WV 26505 304-296-4055 cc: Derek Springston, Morgantown Bicycle Board Moxie for the Masses EMAILING FOR THE GREATER GOOD Join me _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Free, trusted and rich email service. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/171222984/direct/01/

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Bike Route Map (10-15-2009)
by Derek Springston 16 Oct '09

16 Oct '09

Hey guys, If you could, please download the 10-15-2009 version of the Bike Route Map using the link below, look at it closely, and recommend any changes to the map that you see. It's a 44MB file and you might have to register with www.4shared.com if you wish to download it, but your help will be appreciated. I can't promise we'll be able to make the changes you suggest, because we're planning on printing it tomorrow or Sunday for the grand opening of Mountaineer Station inter-modal facility. I'll try to make these changes though. Big thanks goes out to Chet Parsons for spending some of his time this week helping me out with the mapping! We're primarily interested in checking this version of the map to: 1. Make sure the routes don't cross private property. 2. Make sure the routes aren't too dangerous for beginning cyclists. 3. Make sure the routes are accurate and actually exist. 4. Make sure any one-way streets are labelled with a yellow arrow. 5. Other suggestions we didn't think about or list here???? Thanks, Derek http://www.4shared.com/file/141360572/4ff30313/BikeRouteMap_2009_10_16.html “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft’s powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/

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Mountaineer E-News Announcement of Grand Opening of Mountaineer Station: Monday, 10/19 (Ceremony 10 a.m.)
by Jim Rye 16 Oct '09

16 Oct '09

1) Grand opening ceremony for Mountaineer Station on Monday A 500-space parking garage, commuter student lounge, bicycle storage and more will soon be available to the WVU community. A grand opening ceremony will be held to celebrate the new Mountaineer Station at 1112 Van Voorhis Drive (in front of the Health Sciences Center PRT station) on Monday, Oct. 19 at 10 a.m. The 7,000-square-foot Mountaineer Station features a 500-space parking garage for both permit and short-term use, a commuter student lounge with lockers, interior bicycle storage and showers, a waiting area for Mountain Line and campus bus passengers, direct access to the Health Sciences Center PRT Station, and information stations for Mountain Line and WVU transportation services. WVU Parking Management and the Department of Transportation and Parking*s administrative offices have also relocated to Mountaineer Station. U.S. Rep. Alan Mollohan, D-W.Va. and WVU President James Clements are scheduled to attend the grand opening as well as other campus and community leaders. There will also be an open house from 10 a.m. to noon to allow the general public to tour the new building, and cake and refreshments will be served. Seating will be available in the lobby for the public. The construction on Mountaineer Station began in October of last year and the project cost about $16 million with $5.1 million coming from a U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration grant. U.S. Rep. Alan Mollohan, D-W.Va. was instrumental in securing the federal funds for Mountaineer Station. For more information, visit http://transportation.wvu.edu ( http://transportation.wvu.edu/ )or call the office at 304-293-5502.

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[Fwd: Bike West Virginia]
by Frank Gmeindl 12 Oct '09

12 Oct '09

Bicycle Board Members, Click the link in the pane headlined Ride with WV's Department of Transportation was great! to see the WSAZ video report on the "commute" to Charleston. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Bike West Virginia Date: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 22:52:48 -0400 From: Kim Broughton <kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com> To: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net Bike WV * * *The West Virginia Cycling Foundation website <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=868732&act=0AHE&c=…>* Is where we keep our information. We are grateful for their support by providing funding and allowing use of their resources. ** *MOV Bicycle Council * *The Mid-Ohio Valley Bicycle Council in the Parkersburg, WV area extends an invitation to everyone to join them in their community ride and reception October 30th at 5:30 pm. For more information, click here. <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=868732&act=0AHE&c=…> * * * * * Helmet poster *The West Virginia Helmet poster and brochures are here!* The helmet safety posters and brochures are back from the print shop and are beautiful. Many thanks to Stonewall Marketing Group <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=868732&act=0AHE&c=…> for donating the creative work for this project! The posters are 11 x 17 and $10 each. Let me know if you would like to order posters or brochures ($2 each) and I will get them right out to you! If you have information on bike shops in your area, please send it my way. I would like to send them information on the posters and brochures. Thanks! This newsletter is put together by Kim Broughton. Feel free to contact me at kimberlyjoshi(a)mail.com <mailto:kimberlyjoshi@gmail.com>! October 8, 2009 Ride with WV's Department of Transportation was great! WSAZ covered our ride with DOT last Friday. Click here <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=868732&act=0AHE&c=…> to view it. The spot will stay online for another week. We are receiving a copy and will post it as well on the WV Cycling Foundation's website. <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=868732&act=0AHE&c=…> Ride on! The ride was great! The state and federal employees who rode with us were wonderful and out numbered us!!! They were genuine folks who are interested in our input. I am not sure what more we could ask for in regards to our state and federal representatives. We are excited to work with these guys and are grateful for their ride invitation! If you have questions or comments, please feel free to email Kim Broughton at kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com. Legislative committee off to a great start. The initial gathering of individuals interested in pursuing legislative change to enhance cycling safety met last Friday after the ride with DOT. Steve Fowler, Bill Nottingham, Greg Garrett, Kim Broughton, Dennis Strawn, Todd West, Frank Gmeindl and John Francis attended the meeting and agreed on a plan of action for pursing legislative change. It is so important that we present a consistent and coordinated message when dealing with legislative changes. We are working on documenting the plan of action and will distribute it soon! We welcome all comments, suggestions and help! *Thanks John! Got this from the City of Lewisburg. Can you help folks learn about our helmet education? * "John Francis was in City Hall yesterday to give me the helmet law brochure and poster. The Chief of Police Tim Stover would like as many brochures as you can spare. He would like to distribute to the elementary school and also have some in cruisers. We would also like to order 6 posters for the police station and school, etc. Kathy Hoke City of Lewisburg " *Totally awesome! Thanks John for being such a great ambassador!* This message was sent from Kim Broughton to fgmeindl(a)verizon.net. It was sent from: West Virginia Cycling Foundation, Route 2, Box 331 B, Charleston, WV 25314. You can modify/update your subscription via the link below. 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Re: [Bikeboard] Coffee and bike parking, Blue Moose 8 am tomorrow, Friday
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Oct '09

09 Oct '09

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Don Spencer, Jenny, Alice and Chip for showing up at the Blue Moose at 8 am today on such short notice . Thanks to them and all the others that have worked on this project including Marilyn, gunnar, Betsy, Jonathan, Derek, John Lozier and Nick, Damien Davis, Assistant City Engineer is now generating a revision of the High Street drawings to show bicycle parking that conforms to the requirements of both the City and Main Street Morgantown (MSM). When Damien completes the revision, he will send it to me and I will distribute it to you all. The next step is to present it to the MSM BOD and hopefully have the City Manager and City Engineer present so we can all reach a final agreement to proceed. Two MSM BOD members have been the main obstacles to bicycle parking on High Street and they're gradually convincing the other MSM members that they want no bicycle parking downtown. IF ALL BICYCLE BOARD MEMBERS ATTENDED THE MSM BOD MEETING, OUR SHEER PRESENCE COULD TURN THE MSM AROUND. Other cyclists would help, too. I will let you know when and where the meeting will be as soon as I know. After bringing everyone up to date over coffee this morning, Don, Jenny, Alice, Chip and I with drawings in hand that I sent you last night, walked up and down High Street. Despite the rain, Jenny had her bike. That enabled us to get pictures of each parking location to show changes that we had to make. Two conditions levied on us by the City Engineer and MSM since our original proposal were: 1) the racks can't be mounted in the simulated red brick and 2) the racks and bikes can't interfere with pedestrian traffic. Of the 25 racks, we had to move 11 and remove 2. The revised drawings that I will send you will show these changes. We still need to get agreement from Dairy Queen and the Courthouse to locate bike racks on their property. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Coffee and bike parking, Blue Moose 8 am tomorrow, Friday
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Oct '09

08 Oct '09

I'm sending this message again without the attachment because I know that some of you have servers that block messages with big attachments. Bicycle Board Members, Please join me and Chip tomorrow at 8 am at the Blue Moose for coffee and a review of the High Street bike parking map that the city developed. See attached. After coffee, we'll walk up and down High Street to ensure that the locations and orientations are correct and record any changes if necessary. The City and Mainstreet Morgantown are converging on a High Street parking plan. After this, our job could be done. I apologize for not sending this out earlier. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Coffee and bike parking, Blue Moose 8 am tomorrow, Friday
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Oct '09

08 Oct '09

Bicycle Board Members, Please join me and Chip tomorrow at 8 am at the Blue Moose for coffee and a review of the High Street bike parking map that the city developed. See attached. After coffee, we'll walk up and down High Street to ensure that the locations and orientations are correct and record any changes if necessary. The City and Mainstreet Morgantown are converging on a High Street parking plan. After this, our job could be done. I apologize for not sending this out earlier. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Delete report to TC!
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Oct '09

08 Oct '09

Bicycle Board Members, Please delete from your files the report that I sent you that is the October 8 report from the BB to the TC. Attached is a revised report. The one I sent you yesterday has the first draft of the State College trip report. The file attached to this message has the final version of the trip report. The original draft contains some embarrassing errors and I would like to ensure that it doesn't get around. Sorry for the inconvenience. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Re: [Bikeboard] Report to Traffic Commission
by Greg Good 07 Oct '09

07 Oct '09

Frank and all, great work you folks are still doing! My only problem: there must have been a better looking model for those photographs. (Sorry, Betsy). I'm now involved in bicycle activism with my employer in College Park. We're building a critical mass of cyclists and lobbying for better, sheltered parking. Greg >>> Frank Gmeindl 10/07/09 2:43 PM >>> Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a report from the Bicycle Board that I'm going to presentto the Traffic Commission tonight. Please forgive me for not givingyou much time to review it. I've already submitted it to the TCsecretary for printing and distribution to the TC members. However, if you see anything wrong or if I missed anything, please letme know as I can state the corrections or additions while I'mpresenting it tonight. Excuse I usually send this to you a few days before the Traffic Commissionmeeting to give you a chance to correct my mistakes and add input. TheTC meeting is the first Wednesday of the month and the BB meeting isthe first Thursday of the month, so the TC meeting is usually the daybefore our BB meeting. Since the first Thursday of this month was10/1, that put the TC meeting tonight. Unfortunately, with ourcanceling the BB meeting last week and with the TC meeting being theweek after the BB meeting, I forgot about the TC meeting until I saw itannounced in the Dominion Post today. Frank Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers ofvehicles

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Report to Traffic Commission
by Frank Gmeindl 07 Oct '09

07 Oct '09

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a report from the Bicycle Board that I'm going to present to the Traffic Commission tonight. Please forgive me for not giving you much time to review it. I've already submitted it to the TC secretary for printing and distribution to the TC members. However, if you see anything wrong or if I missed anything, please let me know as I can state the corrections or additions while I'm presenting it tonight. *Excuse *I usually send this to you a few days before the Traffic Commission meeting to give you a chance to correct my mistakes and add input. The TC meeting is the first Wednesday of the month and the BB meeting is the first Thursday of the month, so the TC meeting is usually the day before our BB meeting. Since the first Thursday of this month was 10/1, that put the TC meeting tonight. Unfortunately, with our canceling the BB meeting last week and with the TC meeting being the week after the BB meeting, I forgot about the TC meeting until I saw it announced in the Dominion Post today. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Something for "Bike/Walk to School" week
by director 05 Oct '09

05 Oct '09

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Brooke Driesse" <brooke(a)saferoutespartnership.org> Reply-To: "Brooke Driesse" <brooke(a)saferoutespartnership.org> Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2009 09:32:53 -0700 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 1, 2009 Resource Helps Locals Address School Bicycling and Walking Policies to Encourage Safe Routes to School Contact: Deb Hubsmith <mailto:deb@saferoutespartnership.org> , Director, Safe Routes to School National Partnership, deb(a)saferoutespartnership.org, 415-454-7430 Lauren Marchetti <mailto:lauren_marchetti@unc.edu> , Director, National Center for Safe Routes to School, marchet(a)claire.hsrc.unc.edu, 919-962-7412 Boulder, CO - Children across the US are back in school, and many communities are seeing the traffic jams that result from parents driving their children to schools. To help encourage more walking and bicycling, the Safe Routes to School National Partnership and the National Center for Safe Routes to School have released a jointly-developed resource, School <http://www.saferoutespartnership.org/media/file/barrier_policy_tip_sheet.pd f> Bicycling and Walking Policies: Addressing Policies that Hinder and Implementing Policies that Help. This tip sheet was developed in response to numerous requests from across the country. School policies that encourage and support bicycling and walking can substantially boost a Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program, both within individual schools and throughout the community. In contrast, a policy that discourages or prohibits bicycling or walking can stop a SRTS program in its tracks. The tip sheet provides simple steps explaining how to approach and overturn barrier policies that prohibit walking and/or bicycling to school, and encouraging supportive policies, which support and enable bicycling and walking to school programs. Congress provided $612 million for Safe Routes to School in the 2005 SAFETEA-LU federal transportation bill. Communities in all 50 states are now using this funding to construct new bike lanes, pathways, and sidewalks, as well as to launch Safe Routes to School education, promotion and enforcement campaigns in elementary and middle schools. The demand for the program far outreaches the funding available. By making it safe, convenient, and fun for children to walk and bicycle to and from school, SRTS is helping communities find solutions to traffic congestion, poor air quality, and high rates of childhood obesity and related diseases. The Safe Routes to School National <http://www.saferoutespartnership.org/home> Partnership, hosted by the non-profit Bikes Belong Foundation, is a network of more than 400 nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and professionals working together to advance the SRTS movement in the United States. The Partnership focuses on building partnerships, changing policies, advancing legislation, and improving the built environment. The National Center for Safe Routes to <http://www.saferoutesinfo.org/> School assists communities in enabling and encouraging children to safely walk and bicycle to school. The Center strives to equip Safe Routes to School programs with the knowledge and technical information to implement safe and successful strategies. The National Center for Safe Routes to School is maintained by the University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center with funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration. ### --- Note: If you want to send an email to the entire list serve of more than 300 subscribers, please send your message to saferoutestoschool(a)saferoutes.listserve.us. -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Legislation
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Oct '09

02 Oct '09

Bicycle Board Members, This morning, I participated by telephone in a meeting in Charleston of a forming BikeWV legislative committee. The committee decided to pursue legislation to change WV code 17C-1-2 that defines "vehicle". Currently, 17C-1-2 explicitly excludes "devices moved by human power". The committee will draft a change that explicitly includes bicycles in the definition of "vehicle". Then, they will meet with representatives of the WVDOH, the Governor, some State and local police, and congressmen Oliverio and Foster to identify any pockets of resistance to the change. The following attended the meeting: * Kim Broughton - BikeWV coordinator * Steve Fowler - Lawyer, proponent of 3-foot passing law * Dennis Strawn - Charleston bicycling advocate * John Francis - Greenbrier Bicycling Club and active bicycling political advocate * Todd West - WVDOH * Bill Nottingham - Owner of Charleston bike shop and former tobacco lobbyist * Greg Garrett - Blennerhassett Bicycle Club * Frank Gmeindl - Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board, League Cycling Instructor As you know, the meeting was preceded by a bike commute from Scott Depot to Charleston. Among the 6 participants were Rich Warner and Perry Keller, both employees of WVDOT and members of the Greater Morgantown MPO TAC. Where they could, they rode on shoulders and sidewalks. Paul Maddox, WVDOT Secretary offered to provide a SAG vehicle for the ride. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Re: [Bikeboard] MapFest next Tuesday
by director 01 Oct '09

01 Oct '09

I'll be there too. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> Date: Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:08:12 -0400 >Bicycle Board Members, > >Next Tuesday, October 6, 6-9 pm we will review the first draft >comprehensive Morgantown Bicycle Route map and try to complete it so we >can produce it and distribute it at the Oct. 19 grand opening of the >Mountaineer Station. > >We will meet in the Training Room in the Public Safety Center. > >Please come and contribute to perfecting the map. Or, just to give >thanks to Derek for all the tremendous work that he's done pulling this >together. > >Frank > >_______________________________________________ >Bikeboard mailing list >Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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[Fwd: WVU football game next Thurs night]
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Sep '09

29 Sep '09

Bicycle Board Members, Of the 9 members that responded to my message below, 5 said they wouldn't come to this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting and 4 said they would come. Since more than half of the respondents said they wouldn't come and 7 members didn't reply to the message below, it appears we wouldn't have a quorum. Therefore, I am canceling the meeting. Attached are the minutes from our September meeting. Thanks to Hugh Kierig for recording them. *Good News* We have had some good news since the last meeting: *Mon Blvd Bike Lane and Share the Road Signs *Damien Davis, Assistant City Engineer did a wonderful job creating a presentation package of the Bike Lane including superb drawings. He delivered the presentation to the MPO TAC which included 3 members of the WVDOT. Damien, David Bruffy, Bill Austin (new MPO Director) and Terry Hough all spoke very strongly positively for the bike lane. Both Damien and David emphasized that cyclists have a right to ride on Mon Blvd whether or not there is a bike lane. The DOT resisted the bike lane saying that since MUB's closing the rail trail, MUB should put in the bike lane. Terry Hough clearly stated to the DOT that the idea of a bike lane on Mon Blvd has been discussed with DOT for 15 years; it was actually approved at one time but got tangled up in consideration for pedestrians and the state money got spent on the sidewalks on Patteson Drive instead. The DOT agreed to evaluate Damien's package and notify the City if it satisfies technical standards. After the MPO meeting, Terry Hough asked me if the Bicycle Board would agree with applying to the bike lane and Share the Road signs $13K of the $35K that was budgeted for Shared Lane Markings. I responded that we would probably be OK with the City's borrowing $13K for the bike lane and then restoring it when we have an approved SLM plan. My conclusion is that the bike lane satisfies technical standards and the City's committed to do the bike lane and Share the Road signs whether the State pays for them or not. *Downtown Parking* Thanks to the persistent efforts and negotiation skills of Chip Wamsley and the Parking Committee, today we received a letter (attached) from the Mainstreet Morgantown Board of Directors approving the Mainstreet Morgantown Design Committee's recommendation "that bike racks be located in offsets and setbacks that do not interfere with pedestrian traffic. This recommendation has three goals: 1. Provide a safe, secure and convenient place for bicycles to be parked. 2. Do not interfere with pedestrian traffic. 3. Do not take up motor vehicle parking spaces. The Design Committee asks that the Bicycle Board to present to the Design Committee locations that support these goals." A couple weeks ago, I received from Terry Hough detailed drawings showing bicycle parking locations that for the most part are exactly what we recommended to the Design Committee months ago. If the Design Committee agrees that the City Engineer's drawings satisfy their goals, the next step will be for the Public Works Dept. to purchase and install the racks. The funds for them have already been budgeted. See you in November. Go Mountaineers. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ -------- Original Message -------- Subject: WVU football game next Thurs night Date: Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:32:59 -0400 From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> Bicycle Board Members, Will next Thursday's 7:30 pm WVU home football game affect your attendance at the Bicycle Board meeting? Frank

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Bike Route Classification
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Sep '09

28 Sep '09

Bicycle Board Members, The Federal Highway Administration has a course on Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning: http://www.tfhrc.gov/safety/pedbike/pubs/05085/chapt4.htm that suggests considering the following when classifying bike routes. * Accessibility: This is measured by the distance a bicycle facility is from a specified trip origin or destination, the ease by which this distance can be traveled by bicycle, and the extent to which all likely origins and destinations are served. Some communities (e.g., Arlington, VA) have adopted a criterion of having a bicycle facility within 1.61 kilometer (km) (1 mile (mi)) of every residence. More importantly, no residential area or high-priority destination (school, shopping center, business center, or park) should be denied reasonable access by bicycle. * Directness: Studies have shown that most bicyclists will not use even the best bicycle facility if it greatly increases the travel distance or trip time over that provided by less desirable alternatives. Therefore, routes should still be reasonably direct. The ratio of directness to comfort/perceived safety involved in this trade-off will vary depending on the characteristics of the bicycle facility (how desirable is it?), its more direct alternatives (how unpleasant are they?), and the typical user's needs (in a hurry? is it a business or pleasure trip?). * Continuity: The proposed network should have as few missing links as possible. If gaps exist, they should not include traffic environments that are unpleasant or threatening to group B/C (basic and child) riders, such as high-volume or high-speed motor vehicle traffic with narrow outside lanes. * Route attractiveness: This can encompass such factors as separation from motor traffic, visual aesthetics, and the real or perceived threat to personal safety along the facility. * Low conflict: The route should present few conflicts between bicyclists and motor vehicle operators. * Cost: This would include the costs both to establish and to maintain the system. * Ease of implementation: The ease or difficulty in implementing proposed changes depends on available space and existing traffic operations and patterns. In another section of the course, they recommend using a "Level of Service" (LOS) model similar to LOS models used for decades for motor transportation. They provide an equation that gives a LOS numerical score and A thru F rating for each street depending on inputs including traffic volume, speed, percentage of heavy vehicles, pavement surface condition and outside lane width. Those of us who are geeky enough to enjoy such a thing might be able to get a Transportation Enhancement Program grant for a 3 phase project. In phase 1, we would use the FHWA method to determine bicycle LOS for Morgantown streets. In phase 2, we could use LOS and its components to define a bicycle route improvement plan that would constitute the proposal for phase 3, implementing the high priority improvements. Anybody want to work on this? The Intent to Apply forms for the 2010 TEP cycle are due November 15. 2 months away. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Re: [Bikeboard] WVU football game next Thurs night
by Derek Springston 28 Sep '09

28 Sep '09

Frank, It may be a little late now, but including you and I, other folks who contributed to the mapping were: Jacob Brown Alice Vernon Jonathan Rosenbaum Betsy Shogren?? (one map isn't labelled with a name; might be Jonathan's or Betsy's) I think this covers all who gave me maps. Did anyone else contribute a map? ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells Date: Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:26:20 -0400 From: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net To: guitardeek(a)hotmail.com Subject: Re: [Bikeboard] WVU football game next Thurs night Derek, Based on my past experience, rescheduling the BB meeting to earlier won't work. First, there's the issue of finding a location. Then, I would expect that members' schedules may be more full earlier than later. I'm afraid we won't have an October meeting if I try to reschedule it. If I had a grandfather, or even a father, I'd choose to spend time with him rather than attend the BB meeting so totally I understand if you choose not to come. However, I think we must press forward with the map. Who gave you input? Below is a list of those who said they'd be there. If these are the people that gave you input, I'd prefer to proceed. Attend? 1. Donald Dickerson, Vice Chairman n 2. Paul Becker 3. Hugh Kierig n 4. Jacob Brown y 5. Elizabeth Shogren, Secretary y 6. Gunnar Shogren y 7. Frank Gmeindl, Chairman y 8. Marilyn Newcome 9. Jonathan Rosenbaum 10. Don Spencer 11. Chet Parsons 12. Jim Rye 13. Derek Springston n 14. Chip Wamsley 15. Alice Vernon y 16. Janel Bedard y 5 n 3 I would be happy to play your role as much as I am capable. Or, if someone else that will be in attendance would be better at that, please ask them if they'd stand in for you. What can you give us to work with for Thursday? Frank On 9/24/2009 5:03 PM, Derek Springston wrote: Frank et al, I was hoping to go to the game to spend a little time with my grandfather but didn't realize they were on the same evening. Think we could re-schedule the Bike Board meeting to Tuesday or Wednesday? I'd don't want to suggest scheduling it later! Let me know... ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells > Date: Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:32:59 -0400 > From: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net > To: bikeboard(a)cheat.org > Subject: [Bikeboard] WVU football game next Thurs night > > Bicycle Board Members, > > Will next Thursday's 7:30 pm WVU home football game affect your > attendance at the Bicycle Board meeting? > > Frank > > > _______________________________________________ > Bikeboard mailing list > Bikeboard(a)cheat.org > http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard Microsoft brings you a new way to search the web. Try Bing™ now _________________________________________________________________ Bing™ brings you maps, menus, and reviews organized in one place. Try it now. http://www.bing.com/search?q=restaurants&form=MLOGEN&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT…

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Re: [Bikeboard] Parade magazine article, Bike Friendly Cities
by director 28 Sep '09

28 Sep '09

Jenny, Thanks for the feedback on the Maine event. I just came back from a membership development conference in San Francisco, where bikes outnumber cars (nearly). In the conference we were getting support from mfgrs and local government. It felt good, and it seemed right. I love it when that happens. Please don't get me wrong on the subject of bike lanes. Here's my recommendation: Ride your bike in the traffic lane when conditions permit, move to the right and let traffic pass when you are going substantially slower AND it is safe to do so. Make curb lanes wide enough and eliminate obstructions SO it is safe to do so. Just leave out the paint strip and "Bike Lane" declaration. It confuses people. Every public road is ALREADY a bike lane, no need to declare one. ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Jennifer Selin <jselin(a)hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:19:00 -0400 > >To Nick and all: > >I know that bike lanes are dangerous, I have seen the "car turn-in to the bike rider" myself. However, if you really want more riders in Morgantown, we need a variety of ways that people can ride. This does not deny the bicycle its just use of the road, at least in my mind. I think we want to bring people along to the idea of bicycling one step at a time.... > >Separate trails along natural corridors such as the river or highways (many places have a separated trail many yards from the road to get to the local Mall or the next town) are a big boost to those riders who are not yet as adventuresome on the road with cars. These riders, sometimes this applies to me, over time may become more adventuresome on the road, particularly as car drivers get used to sharing the road. > >Also the connections between neighborhoods, trails, and roads require careful navigation and the more timid riders become used to dealing with traffic when in these transition zones. Many people will enjoy the bike routes you are developing because they may not yet be thinking of the best way to use the roads to get somewhere by bicycle. > >The more careful (wider) spacing of lanes, even the shoulders-that-are-paved-and-should-not-be-used-by-vehicles-such-as-bikes, give cars and bikes more room to work with speed differentials. There are ways to make it easier to bike by road design as you all have mentioned. Sometimes it is by slowing all traffic or limiting the access or turning options of car traffic. > >I just attended the Common Ground festival in Unity Maine where they had a huge bike parking area and encouraged people to bicycle in from the nearby town. Each rider was greeted at an bike-tire framed arch by a small cheering committee. They also had a train commute option to enter the grounds. > >Jenny > > >Jenny Selin >1224 Fairlawns >Morgantown, WV 26505 >USA > >Phone:(304-598-9650) >jselin(a)hotmail.com > > > >> Date: Sun, 27 Sep 2009 08:49:18 -0400 >> From: director(a)positivespin.org >> To: bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> Subject: [Bikeboard] Parade magazine article, Bike Friendly Cities >> >> Good morning, >> This article was in Today's Parade magazine today. Good stuff, except for over-selling bike lanes and separated paths (IMHO). I'm going to take it to our mayor. >> >> http://www.parade.com/news/2009/09/27-a-free-wheeling-city.html >> >> Have a good riding day (splish, splash) >> Nick >> >> -- >> Nick Hein LCI# 1705 >> Director, Positive Spin >> 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L >> Morgantown, WV >> ph 304-276-0213 >> -- >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Bikeboard mailing list >> Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >> http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > >_________________________________________________________________ >Insert movie times and more without leaving Hotmail®. >http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/QuickAdd?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutor… > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Parade magazine article, Bike Friendly Cities
by director 28 Sep '09

28 Sep '09

Good morning, This article was in Today's Parade magazine today. Good stuff, except for over-selling bike lanes and separated paths (IMHO). I'm going to take it to our mayor. http://www.parade.com/news/2009/09/27-a-free-wheeling-city.html Have a good riding day (splish, splash) Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Re: [Bikeboard] [Fwd: Bike West Virginia - Meeting August 16 atSnowshoe Mountain, WV]
by director 25 Sep '09

25 Sep '09

Frank, I intend to stay in town to help promote the event locally since Positive Spin is primarily a local organization, but maybe I can get some recruits for next year. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> Date: Thu, 24 Sep 2009 08:08:02 -0400 >Bicycle Board Members, > >I suppose this is an invitation. If you're interested, please reply all >and we can organize a contingent to represent Morgantown. Not much time >as this is next week. > >Frank > >-------- Original Message -------- >Subject: Bike West Virginia - Meeting August 16 at Snowshoe Mountain, WV >Date: Wed, 23 Sep 2009 21:32:12 -0400 >From: Kim Broughton <kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com> >To: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net > > > >Bike WV > > > >* * >*The West Virginia Cycling Foundation website ><http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…>* >Is where we keep our information. We are grateful for their support by >providing funding and allowing use of their resources. > >** >* * >Helmet poster > >*The West Virginia Helmet poster and brochures are here!* >The helmet safety posters and brochures are back from the print shop and >are beautiful. Many thanks to Stonewall Marketing Group ><http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> >for donating the creative work for this project! > >The posters are 11 x 17 and $10 each. > >Let me know if you would like to order posters or brochures ($2 each) >and I will get them right out to you! > >If you have information on bike shops in your area, please send it my >way. I would like to send them information on the posters and >brochures. Thanks! > > > >This newsletter is put together by Kim Broughton. Feel free to contact >me at kimberlyjoshi(a)mail.com <mailto:kimberlyjoshi@gmail.com>! > > > > September 23, 2009 > > > > > Ride with WV's Department of Transportation and show your support for > bicycle commuting > >October 2 (Friday) is a scheduled bicycle commute where the WV >Department of Transportation's Division Director and other staffers >commute from Putnam County to the Capitol Complex in Charleston, WV >(about 25 miles). Tom Smith, the Division Administrator for the >"Federal Highway Administration -- West Virginia Division" has joined >them as well. _*We have been invited to join this ride to show our >support for bicycle commuting.*_ > >The ride will start at the "Park and Ride" for US 35 in Putnam County at >6:30AM. > >It is possible that the WVDOT Television show will film a segment for >their show. > >If you have questions or comments, please email Kim Broughton at >kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com. Join the ride and thank WV DOT for the invitation! > > > > > > > > Forming of Legislative committee > >After the ride with DOT, several folks are joining in the office of >Stephen Fowler to unify our efforts towards a legislative agenda. We >are very excited to be involved in bringing together such amazing >expertise towards the goal of promoting safe and enjoyable cycling in WV. > > > > > > > > >This message was sent from Kim Broughton to fgmeindl(a)verizon.net. It was >sent from: West Virginia Cycling Foundation, Route 2, Box 331 B, >Charleston, WV 25314. You can modify/update your subscription via the >link below. > >Email Marketing by <http://www.icontact.com/a.pl/144186> >iContact - Try It Free! <http://www.icontact.com/a.pl/144186> > > >Manage your subscription ><http://app.icontact.com/icp/mmail-mprofile.pl?r=70515743&l=137531&s=0AHE&m=…> > ><http://app.icontact.com/icp/sub/forward?m=866483&s=70515743&c=0AHE&cid=3632…> > >View this message in the iContact Community: View message ><http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> > Comment on this message ><http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> > Receive as RSS ><http://community.icontact.com/p/wvcyclingfoundation/newsletters/wvcyclistss…> > >Share this message with others: del.icio.us ><http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> > Digg ><http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> > reddit ><http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> > Facebook ><http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> > StumbleUpon ><http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> > > > > > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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WVU football game next Thurs night
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Sep '09

25 Sep '09

Bicycle Board Members, Will next Thursday's 7:30 pm WVU home football game affect your attendance at the Bicycle Board meeting? Frank

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[Fwd: Bike West Virginia - Meeting August 16 at Snowshoe Mountain, WV]
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Sep '09

24 Sep '09

Bicycle Board Members, I suppose this is an invitation. If you're interested, please reply all and we can organize a contingent to represent Morgantown. Not much time as this is next week. Frank -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Bike West Virginia - Meeting August 16 at Snowshoe Mountain, WV Date: Wed, 23 Sep 2009 21:32:12 -0400 From: Kim Broughton <kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com> To: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net Bike WV * * *The West Virginia Cycling Foundation website <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…>* Is where we keep our information. We are grateful for their support by providing funding and allowing use of their resources. ** * * Helmet poster *The West Virginia Helmet poster and brochures are here!* The helmet safety posters and brochures are back from the print shop and are beautiful. Many thanks to Stonewall Marketing Group <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> for donating the creative work for this project! The posters are 11 x 17 and $10 each. Let me know if you would like to order posters or brochures ($2 each) and I will get them right out to you! If you have information on bike shops in your area, please send it my way. I would like to send them information on the posters and brochures. Thanks! This newsletter is put together by Kim Broughton. Feel free to contact me at kimberlyjoshi(a)mail.com <mailto:kimberlyjoshi@gmail.com>! September 23, 2009 Ride with WV's Department of Transportation and show your support for bicycle commuting October 2 (Friday) is a scheduled bicycle commute where the WV Department of Transportation's Division Director and other staffers commute from Putnam County to the Capitol Complex in Charleston, WV (about 25 miles). Tom Smith, the Division Administrator for the "Federal Highway Administration -- West Virginia Division" has joined them as well. _*We have been invited to join this ride to show our support for bicycle commuting.*_ The ride will start at the "Park and Ride" for US 35 in Putnam County at 6:30AM. It is possible that the WVDOT Television show will film a segment for their show. If you have questions or comments, please email Kim Broughton at kimberlyjoshi(a)gmail.com. Join the ride and thank WV DOT for the invitation! Forming of Legislative committee After the ride with DOT, several folks are joining in the office of Stephen Fowler to unify our efforts towards a legislative agenda. We are very excited to be involved in bringing together such amazing expertise towards the goal of promoting safe and enjoyable cycling in WV. This message was sent from Kim Broughton to fgmeindl(a)verizon.net. It was sent from: West Virginia Cycling Foundation, Route 2, Box 331 B, Charleston, WV 25314. You can modify/update your subscription via the link below. Email Marketing by <http://www.icontact.com/a.pl/144186> iContact - Try It Free! <http://www.icontact.com/a.pl/144186> Manage your subscription <http://app.icontact.com/icp/mmail-mprofile.pl?r=70515743&l=137531&s=0AHE&m=…> <http://app.icontact.com/icp/sub/forward?m=866483&s=70515743&c=0AHE&cid=3632…> View this message in the iContact Community: View message <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> Comment on this message <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> Receive as RSS <http://community.icontact.com/p/wvcyclingfoundation/newsletters/wvcyclistss…> Share this message with others: del.icio.us <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> Digg <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> reddit <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> Facebook <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…> StumbleUpon <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=70515743&msgid=866483&act=0AHE&c=…>

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Symbols/categories for Bike Route Map?
by Derek Springston 23 Sep '09

23 Sep '09

Hey guys, Did the Bike Board finalize a set of symbols and categories for our Bike Route map? I'm still working on getting all of the routes in. We're aiming to finish up our Bike Route Map for the October 19th Intermodal Facility grand opening. The most challenging and time consuming part of finishing this map could be finalizing and agreeing on the symbols and categories for the routes we've mapped. Please, let me know what was decided at the last meeting. Thanks, ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells _________________________________________________________________ Microsoft brings you a new way to search the web. Try Bing™ now http://www.bing.com?form=MFEHPG&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT_MFEHPG_Core_tagline_… bing_1x1

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Champion
by Frank Gmeindl 23 Sep '09

23 Sep '09

Bicycle Board Members, I was wondering why Betsy and gunnar missed the September Bicycle Board meeting. Today I read in Cycling News.com: Betsy Shogren (Cannondale Factory Racing) took top women's honors in the 2009 US National Ultra Endurance (NUE) series, which concluded with its eighth and final race at the Tahoe-Sierra 100 on September 12. The best four of each racer's results were used to calculate the standings. Eight races comprised the series, which commenced at the Cohutta 100 on April 25 and visited Tennessee, Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Colorado, Georgia and California. Shogren completed six 100-milers, winning at the Lumberjack, Mohican and Fool's Gold. A second place at the Shenandoah Mountain 100 netted her the overall win. She also raced to third at the Wilderness 101 and fourth at the Cohutta. Whew! Congratulations, Betsy! Frank http://www.cyclingnews.com/news/shogren-schalk-clinch-100-miler-series-titl…

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State College bike lane and parking report
by Frank Gmeindl 21 Sep '09

21 Sep '09

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is my and Bill Austin's report on our trip to State College to review their bike lanes and bicycle parking. They have bikes and bike parking everywhere. If you just want to see the photos, go to http://s935.photobucket.com/albums/ad193/cyclm8/State_College/?albumview=sl… . I hope this will energize you to help Chip with the parking committee. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Re: [Bikeboard] inbound 705 between Mileground and Stewartstown Road
by Frank Gmeindl 19 Sep '09

19 Sep '09

Dear Bill, I am grateful to Dr. Rye for copying me on his message. A solution to Dr. Rye's and other novice cyclists' problem with 705 is to widen the right lane to 14 feet to enable motor vehicles to safely pass bicycles without having to cross the center line. Erecting Share the Road signs (MUTCD W11-1 & W16-1) in addition to widening the lane may increase motorist awareness that bicyclists belong on the roadway. Shoulders are not a part of the roadway (WV Code 17C-1-37) and are not intended for ordinary vehicular traffic. 17C-11-2 says, "every person riding a bicycle upon a roadway shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties as the driver of a vehicle". Some of these rights include the right to use the roadway and the right to equal protection under the law. 17C-7-5 (a) says, "No vehicle shall be driven to the left side of the center of the roadway in overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction unless such left side is clearly visible and is free of oncoming traffic for a sufficient distance ahead to permit such overtaking and passing to be completely made without interfering with the safe operation of any vehicle approaching from the opposite direction or any vehicle overtaken" There is no minimum speed limit on 705 and cyclists are not prohibited from 705. The lanes are apparently insufficiently wide to enable motor vehicles and bicyclists to travel safely side by side in the lane. Given this situation, the law requires motorists to wait until it's clear to pass the cyclist. In Morgantown's current social, political and legal climate, a motorist slowing down for a cyclist as required by law is not expected. A practical solution is to widen the curb lane and remind motorists with Share the Road signs that bicycles may be present. A little enforcement would also help. Frank Gmeindl Chairman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board League Cycling Instructor 1703 On 9/19/2009 12:35 PM, Jim Rye wrote: > Dear Bill, > > Do you know: Is inbound 705 between the Mileground and Stewartstown > road being expanded to 2 lanes, and in so doing, will the wide > shoulder be removed? > > This shoulder is an integral part of bicyclists' (I being one) > commuter route. I understand that, as cyclists, we are legally > entitled to riding on the roadway (except as stated within the WV > Bicycle Law pasted at the end of this message). However, the 50 > mph speed limit coupled with the high traffic density on this section > of 705 presents a real safety hazard to doing so. Furthermore, with > two inbound lanes and a speed limit of 50 mph, moving to the left hand > turn lane to turn onto Stewartstown Road (to continue our commute) > will present an even greater hazard to cyclists. > > If this expansion is going to happen and the speed limit will remain > 50 mph: I am requesting that (a) a paved shoulder be part of that > development, and (b) (regardless of the speed limit) ample signage be > installed to alert motorists that cyclists are using this roadway and > to be courteous (?yield?) to cyclists who will be merging into the > left hand turn lane to access Stewartstown Road. > > During 2006 and 2007, I served as a member of the MPO to represent > commuter cyclists. I thought we were headed in the "right thing to > do" direction in terms of creating a bicycle friendly greater > Morgantown area: a progressive community that wants to realize the > human and environmental health benefits of non-motorized transit and > attract like-minded professionals and their families who value such to > our area. > > If there is anyone else who should receive this > message, kindly forward it. Thank you very much. > > > *§17C-11-5. Riding on roadways and bicycle paths. * > > (c) 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. > > > > > > Jim Rye > Professor > Science Education > Dept C&I/LS > College of Human Resources & Education > West Virginia University > PO Box 6122 > 604L Allen Hall > Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 > Phone: (304) 293-4416 > Fax: (304) 293-3802 > Email: jim.rye(a)mail.wvu.edu <mailto:jim.rye@mail.wvu.edu> > Web Page: http://depts.hre.wvu.edu/c&ils/currinst/rye.html > <http://depts.hre.wvu.edu/c&ils/currinst/rye.html> > Are YOU waitin' for the world to change? > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPOBMzMTP4U > ECAS/HRE NSF-Supported WV Watershed Dynamics Project > http://www.wvscience.org/wvwatershed/

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[Fwd: [Fwd: Action Alert: Transportation Enhancements under Attack Again!]]
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Sep '09

16 Sep '09

Senator Byrd's contact info: *Washington, D.C. Office:* 311 Hart Senate Office Building, District of Columbia 20510-4801 *Phone:* (202) 224-3954 *Fax:* (202) 228-0002 *Charleston Office:* (more district offices <http://lab.capwiz.com/bio/id/622&lvl=C&chamber=S#>) 300 Virginia Street, #2630 Charleston, West Virginia 25301 *Phone:* (304) 342-5855 *Fax:* (304) 343-7144 -------- Original Message -------- Subject: [Fwd: Action Alert: Transportation Enhancements under Attack Again!] Date: Wed, 16 Sep 2009 09:18:20 -0400 From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> CC: Jennie Selin <JSelin(a)hotmail.com>, Ralph Larue <rlarue(a)boparc.org>, Bill Austin <baustin(a)moncpc.org> Bicycle Board Members, I just read this this morning. Today! the Senate will vote on amendments 2370 and 2371 that would basically repeal Transportation Enhancement grants. I called Senator Byrd's office and urged him to vote NO on these. I encourage you to do the same. The Transportation Enhancement grant will fund our Effective Bicycling Education Program. They have also built the Morgantown Streetscape and I believe were used to build the rail trail. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Action Alert: Transportation Enhancements under Attack Again! Date: Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:32:43 -0400 (EDT) From: League of American Bicyclists <bikeleague(a)bikeleague.org> Reply-To: meghan(a)bikeleague.org To: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net Having trouble viewing this email? Click here <http://campaign.constantcontact.com/render?v=001zhxIANf2OP4KNrc-H8q1BkEn9pQ…> You're receiving this email because of your relationship with League of American Bicyclists. Please confirm <http://visitor.constantcontact.com/c.jsp?t=1102708564964.12818.8512558115.2…> your continued interest in receiving email from us. 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[Fwd: Action Alert: Transportation Enhancements under Attack Again!]
by Frank Gmeindl 16 Sep '09

16 Sep '09

Bicycle Board Members, I just read this this morning. Today! the Senate will vote on amendments 2370 and 2371 that would basically repeal Transportation Enhancement grants. I called Senator Byrd's office and urged him to vote NO on these. I encourage you to do the same. The Transportation Enhancement grant will fund our Effective Bicycling Education Program. They have also built the Morgantown Streetscape and I believe were used to build the rail trail. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Action Alert: Transportation Enhancements under Attack Again! Date: Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:32:43 -0400 (EDT) From: League of American Bicyclists <bikeleague(a)bikeleague.org> Reply-To: meghan(a)bikeleague.org To: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net Having trouble viewing this email? 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[Fwd: [LCI Group] More bike lane research]
by Frank Gmeindl 14 Sep '09

14 Sep '09

Bicycle Board Members, If bike lanes are not _>_ 5 feet wide, motorists pass cyclists closer than they would if there were no bike lane at all says a British study. On 8/25, I sent you a clip from /The Cyclist's Manifesto: The Case For Riding On Two Wheels Instead of Four/ that explained why bike lanes are obsolete and sharrows are the thing. Recall that when we proposed sharrows to the Traffic Commission we cited the San Francisco study that showed that cyclists practice better lane positioning and motorists give cyclists more room when passing when sharrows are on the road. The following study shows that if bike lanes are not _>_ 5 feet wide, motorists pass cyclists closer than they would if there were no bike lane at all. (My thanks to fellow LCI Frank Krygowski for sending this.) http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article6828100.ece "Cycle lanes encourage motorists to drive closer to bikes, says study" Cycle lanes can make roads more dangerous for cyclists because they encourage motorists to drive closer when overtaking bicycles, a study has found. Drivers give cyclists a wider berth on roads where there is no lane because they assume that they should share the road and make more allowance for the risk of wobbles. The study, conducted by Leeds and Bolton universities, challenges the approach taken by many local authorities, which is to promote cycling by painting cycle lanes and cycle symbols on their roads. It suggests that reducing the speed and volume of traffic would be more effective in improving cycle safety than narrow cycle lanes. Boris Johnson, the Mayor of London, is planning to create 12 “cycle superhighways” by 2012 but his transport authority said yesterday that most of the network would be lanes painted on roads rather than segregated cycle paths. For the study the researchers mounted a camcorder on the rear rack of a bicycle and rode on three roads that each had sections with and without cycle lanes. On all three roads, drivers gave cyclists less room where there was a cycle lane. The greatest difference was recorded on the A6 near Garstang, Lancashire, where cars passed 18cm (7in) closer when the cyclist was in a cycle lane. All the cycle lanes were slightly narrower than the minimum width of 1.5m (5ft) recommended by the Department for Transport. The majority of Britain’s cycle lanes do not comply with this guideline. The study, which is due to be published in the scientific journal Accident Analysis and Prevention, says that on roads without cycle lanes, drivers “consciously perform an overtaking manoeuvre”. On roads with cycle lanes, they treat the space between the centre line and the outside edge of the cycle lane as exclusively their territory and make less adjustment for cyclists. The study concludes: “Cycle lanes do not appear to provide greater space for cyclists in all conditions.” The Highway Code tells drivers to “give cyclists at least as much room as you would when overtaking a car”. Chris Peck, policy co-ordinator of the Cyclists’ Touring Club, said: “Cycle lanes have a part to play in improving road conditions for cyclists, but this research has raised concerns that they are not always the best solution and may make cycling more unpleasant.” He said that too many authorities viewed cycle lanes as a cheap and easy alternative to more effective measures of reducing the vulnerability of cyclists, such as cutting the speed limit to 20mph and redesigning awkward junctions. Mr Peck added that narrow cycle lanes could create tension between drivers and cyclists, with drivers becoming annoyed when cyclists strayed outside them. Some cyclists felt under pressure to remain within the lane until the last moment when turning right, leading to sudden, potentially dangerous manoeuvres. He said: “Cycle lanes are a good visual reminder to people that cycling is being encouraged but they can cause cyclists to hug the kerb, which may not be the safest place to be.” Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Presentation to MPO
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Sep '09

09 Sep '09

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks to Jenny :-* , Jim :-D , Chip O:-) and Jake 8-) for their positive feedback and constructive recommendations for the presentation to the MPO tomorrow. Attached is a revision. I changed slide 4 about Child Obesity to add data about the $2.6M and 250,000 gallons of fuel that Mon Co spends each year to bus kids an average of 1 mile to school. I also replaced slide 9 which was about Portland travel cost savings with a slide that shows the revenue and jobs that cycling generates in places such as Colorado, Wisconsin, Outer Banks, Quebec and Indianapolis. Thanks again to all of you that took the time to look through the presentation and especially to give me helpful recommendations. I'll let you know how it turns out. Frank / Same Roads Same Rights Same Rules / -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Presentation to MPO Date: Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:40:26 -0400 From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org>, Jennie Selin <JSelin(a)hotmail.com>, Ralph Larue <rlarue(a)boparc.org> Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a draft of the presentation that I plan to deliver to the MPO and Mayor of Star City this Thursday on behalf of the Bicycle Board. I appreciate your comments on it at your earliest convenience. Frank

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Presentation to MPO
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Sep '09

08 Sep '09

Now, with attachement! Sorry! Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a draft of the presentation that I plan to deliver to the MPO and Mayor of Star City this Thursday on behalf of the Bicycle Board. I appreciate your comments on it at your earliest convenience. Frank

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Presentation to MPO
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Sep '09

08 Sep '09

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is a draft of the presentation that I plan to deliver to the MPO and Mayor of Star City this Thursday on behalf of the Bicycle Board. I appreciate your comments on it at your earliest convenience. Frank

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MPO presentation
by Frank Gmeindl 06 Sep '09

06 Sep '09

Bicycle Board Members, I have accepted an invitation to make a 20 minute presentation "on bicycle planning and how it can be included in MPO planning efforts" to the Greater Morgantown Metropolitan Planning Organization and Star City Mayor next Thursday at 9:30 am at the MPO offices in the airport. All members of the MPO including the Policy Board, Technical Advisory Committee and Citizen Advisory Committee are invited to attend. So are 3 members of the WVDOH and a member of the Federal Highway Administration. Personally, I would like the presentation to result in the participants: * seeing bicycling as a valid means of transportation and an integral component of our transportation mix; * considering bicycling in any and all future transportation decisions; * looking to the Bicycle Board as valued bicycling consultants. I would appreciate your thoughts and especially any recommendations and data for the presentation. Please reply-all and maybe we can get some synergy going :-) Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Morgantown Bicycling Ordinance
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Sep '09

05 Sep '09

Bicycle Board Members, At last night's Bicycle Board meeting, I quoted from the City code about where you're allowed to park your bike. If you're interested, I've attached the article 373 of the Morgantown Code. It contains the laws governing bicycling in Morgantown. Our procedural guidelines require us to "review and support the implementation of Article 373 on Bicycles of the Morgantown Municipal Code". In the attached, I used Track Changes and marked up article 373 to show changes that I think should be made to it. I'd appreciate any comments you have. FYI, Article 373.09 says, "No person shall park a bicycle upon a street other than upon the roadway against the curb, or upon the sidewalk in a rack to support the bicycle, or against a building in such a manner as to afford the least obstruction to pedestrian traffic." Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Thursday's Bicycle Board Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Aug '09

30 Aug '09

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached 3 documents: 1. The agenda for our meeting this coming Thursday; 2. The minutes from our last meeting; 3. Preliminary Bicycle Board report to the Traffic Commission. If you'd like to make any changes to the agenda, just let me know and I'll make them and issue an update. Since the Traffic Commission meeting is the day before our meeting, I need your feedback on the Bicycle Board report to the Traffic Commission by Tuesday morning so I can submit it to the Traffic Commission Secretary. I'm sorry that that only gives you 1 day to review it and give me feedback. Great weather this week! Hope we all get in some good rides:) Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Utah: texting drivers up to 15 years in prison
by Frank Gmeindl 30 Aug '09

30 Aug '09

Bicycle Board Members, If you're interested in the texting and driving issue, you may find this somewhat long but also comprehensive NY Times article interesting.. Frank Published Saturday, August 29, 2009, by the New York Times DRIVEN TO DISTRACTION Utah Gets Tough With Texting Drivers By Matt Richtel LOGAN, Utah -- In most states, if somebody is texting behind the wheel and causes a crash that injures or kills someone, the penalty can be as light as a fine. Utah is much tougher. After a crash here that killed two scientists -- and prompted a dogged investigation by a police officer and local victim's advocate -- Utah passed the nation's toughest law to crack down on texting behind the wheel. Offenders now face up to 15 years in prison. The new law, which took effect in May, penalizes a texting driver who causes a fatality as harshly as a drunken driver who kills someone. In effect, a crash caused by such a multitasking motorist is no longer considered an "accident" like one caused by a driver who, say, runs into another car because he nodded off at the wheel. Instead, such a crash would now be considered inherently reckless. "It's a willful act," said Lyle Hillyard, a Republican state senator and a big supporter of the new measure. "If you choose to drink and drive or if you choose to text and drive, you're assuming the same risk." The Utah law represents a concrete new response in an evolving debate among legislators around the country about how to reduce the widespread practice of multitasking behind the wheel -- a topic to be discussed at a national conference about the dangers of distracted driving that is being organized by the Transportation Department for this fall. Studies show that talking on a cellphone while driving is as risky as driving with a .08 blood alcohol level -- generally the standard for drunken driving -- and that the risk of driving while texting is at least twice that dangerous. Research also shows that many people are aware that the behavior is risky, but they assume others are the problem. Treating texting behind the wheel like drunken driving raises complex legal questions. Drunken drivers can be identified using a Breathalyzer. But there is no immediate test for driving while texting; such drivers could deny they were doing so, or claim to have been dialing a phone number. (Many legislators have thus far made a distinction between texting and dialing, though researchers say dialing creates many of the same risks.) If an officer or prosecutor wants to confiscate a phone or phone records to determine whether a driver was texting at the time of the crash, such efforts can be thwarted by search-and-seizure and privacy defenses, lawyers said. Prosecutors and judges in other states already have the latitude to use more general reckless-driving laws to penalize multitasking drivers who cause injury and death. In California, for instance, where texting while driving is banned but the only deterrent is a $20 fine, a driver in April received a six-year prison sentence for gross vehicular manslaughter when, speeding and texting, she slammed into a line of cars waiting at a construction zone, killing another driver. But if those prosecutors want to charge a texting driver with recklessness, they must prove the driver knew of the risks before sending texts from behind the wheel. In Utah, the law now assumes people understand the risks. The law "is very noteworthy," said Anne Teigen, a policy specialist with the National Conference of State Legislatures, an organization of state legislators. "They have raised the bar and said texting while driving is not just irresponsible, and it's not just a bad idea -- it is negligent." Ms. Teigen said legislators throughout the country were struggling with how to address threats created by new technology, just as they once debated how to handle drunken driving. Ray LaHood, the transportation secretary, has said drivers should not text behind the wheel, and several United States senators recently introduced legislation to force states to ban texting while driving. Utah, governed by a Republican legislature with a libertarian bent, may seem an unlikely state to pursue particularly tough penalties governing driver behavior. But the issue forced itself onto the legislative agenda here because of what occurred on the rainy morning of Sept. 22, 2006. The accident occurred on a two-lane highway just west of Logan, in a verdant valley in Utah's northernmost county. Reggie Shaw, a 19-year-old college student working as a house painter, was driving west to work in a Chevrolet Tahoe SUV Approaching him, in a Saturn sedan, was James Furaro, 38, and his passenger, Keith P. O'Dell, 50. The senior scientists were commuting to ATK Launch Systems, where they were helping to design and build rocket boosters. Mr. Shaw crossed the yellow dividing line on the two-lane road and clipped the Saturn. It spun across the highway and was struck by a pickup truck hauling a trailer filled with two tons of horseshoes and related equipment. The two scientists were killed instantly. At the scene, the investigating officer, Bart Rindlisbacher of the Utah Highway Patrol, said he could not pinpoint the cause of the crash. Mr. Shaw said he could not remember doing anything out of the ordinary. The trooper figured it was an unfortunate case of "left of center," a catch-all for a traffic offense that involves crossing the yellow divider. But a witness told the police he had seen Mr. Shaw swerving several times just before the accident, raising Mr. Rindlisbacher's suspicions. The trooper's concerns grew as he drove Mr. Shaw to the hospital. He saw Mr. Shaw, in the passenger seat, pull out his phone and start texting. "Were you texting while you were driving?" Mr. Rindlisbacher recalled asking. "No," he recalled Mr. Shaw responding. (Mr. Shaw said he did not remember the conversation or much about the accident.) The trooper was deeply skeptical. He figured out how to subpoena Mr. Shaw's phone records. Six months later, with help from a state public safety investigator, they got the records and their proof: Mr. Shaw and his girlfriend had sent 11 text messages to each other in the 30 minutes before the crash, the last one at 6:47 a.m., a minute before Mr. Shaw called 911. Investigators concluded he sent that last text when he crossed the yellow line. Still, county prosecutors thought they were unable to charge Mr. Shaw with something other than "left of center." For instance, if they wanted to prove Mr. Shaw guilty of negligent homicide, a misdemeanor, they would need to show he knew of the dangers or should have known of the dangers of texting while driving. Mr. Shaw, who had retained a lawyer, would not discuss the issue with law enforcement or prosecutors. Then Terryl Warner, a victim's advocate in the county where the accident occurred, got involved. Ms. Warner had a personal interest in the case because she knew the family of one of the scientists. In July 2007, Ms. Warner, convinced by the trooper's evidence, wrote to prosecutors arguing for a vehicular manslaughter charge. She said the dangers of texting and driving were broadly known, therefore Mr. Shaw should have known better. Mr. Shaw had just started a Mormon mission in Canada when he was called home to face charges of negligent homicide. The trial was set for early 2009. Then, just before Thanksgiving in 2008, at a hearing, Mr. Shaw looked at the families of the two dead scientists and decided he could no longer keep dismissing the phone records that showed he was texting, even though his lawyers advised him to remain quiet. "It hit me that I was being selfish dragging this on," he said. "I decided I've got to do whatever it takes to make this come to an end. If there was anything I could do -- spend a year in jail, two years in jail, whatever -- I'd do it." He pleaded guilty to two counts of negligent homicide, but his record will be cleared if he fulfills the sentence imposed by the judge. It included 30 days in jail, 200 hours of community service, and a requirement that he read "Les Misérables" to learn, like the book's character Jean Valjean, how to make a contribution to society. Last February, Mr. Shaw spoke to the state House Subcommittee on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice, which was considering a ban on texting for motorists. The measure seemed likely to fail given the legislature's lack of interest in previous such efforts. Then Mr. Shaw stood to talk about his crash and started sobbing. "I was the one driving and texting," Mr. Shaw said through tears. "Excuse me. I apologize. I didn't know the dangers." Ms. Warner, the victim's advocate, said that moment was a turning point. "Before he spoke, some legislators were talking and texting," she recalled. "After he started talking, there wasn't a dry eye in the room." Under Utah's law, someone caught texting and driving now faces up to three months in jail and up to a $750 fine, a misdemeanor. If they cause injury or death, the punishment can grow to a felony and up to a $10,000 fine and 15 years in prison. Alaska is the only other state that takes a similarly tough approach to electronic distraction, said Ms. Teigen of the National Conference of State Legislators. A law passed there in 2007 makes it a felony punishable by up to 20 years in prison if a driver causes a fatal accident when a television, video monitor or computer is on inside the car and in the driver's field of vision. (The law applies to phones used for texting, but not to phones used exclusively for calling or to some other devices, like GPS devices.) The law, which is less focused on texting than Utah's, resulted from a 2003 accident in which a driver, who prosecutors said was watching a movie on a video monitor perched on his dashboard, killed two motorists. These tougher penalties can lead to prickly legal questions. John Wesley Hall, who just stepped down as president of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, said the police might have difficulty proving a driver suspected of texting wasn't merely dialing a phone. And, he said, there are serious privacy and search issues raised when an officer wants to confiscate a phone. "The police have no business going into my phone," he said. James Swink, the Cache County attorney, expects such challenges, but says that the police in some cases could simply get phone records later, as in the Shaw case. More broadly, Mr. Swink said, drivers in Utah are now on notice that texting while driving is inherently reckless. And as drivers across the nation become more aware of that notion, he said, judges and prosecutors will feel more comfortable asking for big penalties. He said the Shaw case helped to pave the way. "Once the word is out there," he said, "it will become easier for judges to lower the big boom."

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Mon. Blvd. speed limit = 45
by Frank Gmeindl 29 Aug '09

29 Aug '09

Bicycle Board Members, I a reply to Jake Brown, I stated that the speed limit on Monongahela Blvd. is 40 mph. I was mistaken. The speed limit is 45 mph. I apologize for misleading you! This stuff is so complex already, we don't need to make it worse with incorrect data. Sorry! Frank / Same Roads Same Rights Same Rules /

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Cyclist's Manifesto
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Aug '09

25 Aug '09

The complete title of Robert Hurst's book is The Cyclist's Manifesto: The Case For Riding On Two Wheels Instead of Four. Frank /Same Roads Same Rights Same Rules/

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[Fwd: Re: WV DOH Response to Letter Concerning Closing of Rail Trail]
by Frank Gmeindl 25 Aug '09

25 Aug '09

Bicycle Board Members, Please review the Mon Blvd Bike Lane recommendations that I provided to Bill Austin below and let me know if anything is wrong. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Re: WV DOH Response to Letter Concerning Closing of Rail Trail Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2009 23:06:03 -0400 From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> To: 'Bill Austin' <baustin(a)moncpc.org> CC: Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net> References: <!&!AAAAAAAAAAAYAAAAAAAAAAuYcVxyjk9GhP69k7n4dyXCgAAAEAAAAPz1QKWjjAhOgGPhxq7u/noBAAAAAA==(a)moncpc.org> <8A27568BD739443A9C65CB9FB9D21F9C@donhome> Bill, It might help me to understand what we're trying to do if you shared with me the WVDOH letter to which you and Don are referring. I was not aware of it until I received Don's message below. Does the MPO have a plan drawing of the existing Monongahela Blvd. between Eighth Street and Patteson Drive? If so, could I get a copy and mark it up to show the bike lane? I would use the 1999 AASHTO Guide to the Development of Bicycle Facilities ( http://www.sccrtc.org/bikes/AASHTO_1999_BikeBook.pdf ) and the 2003 Manual of Uniform Guidelines for Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Part 9 Traffic Controls for Bicycle Facilities ( http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/htm/2003/part9/part9-toc.htm ) for guidance for the markup. Pages 22-32 of the AASHTO Guide deal with bike lanes. *Stripe width* Page 23 explains that a 6-inch solid stripe is common but some jurisdictions have used an 8-inch stripe "for added distinction". I would recommend a 6-inch stripe to minimize resistance from the WVDOH. All markings on the bike lane should be white. *Lane width* Page 23 and Figure 6 on page 24 indicate that we should designate a 5-foot wide bike lane since parking is prohibited and there is a gutter and curb. *Marking Symbols* Clearly marking the bike lane as one-way is imperative. Figure 13 on page 31 provides templates for typical one-way arrows and bike lane symbols. The arrow symbol and the bicycle symbol should be sufficient to communicate to both motorists and cyclists that this is a bike lane and that bicycles are to travel up it. *Symbol locations* Figure 14 on page 32 shows recommended locations for the symbols with respect to intersections. The text on page 31 also says, "additional stencils may be placed on long uninterrupted sections of roadway". I would recommend placing the bicycle symbol and arrow symbol as shown in Figure 14 beginning 6-feet from the north end of the driveway north of Advance Auto. Because of the traffic volume entering and exiting Advance Auto and the Exxon station, starting the bike lane further south would jeopardize cyclists' safety and may present liability to the state and those businesses. I would recommend repeating the bicycle symbol and arrow symbol every 250 feet after their initial location. 250 feet spacing is consistent with MUTCD guidelines for other markings and signs and will provide a frequent reminder to motorists that there's a bike lane to their right. *Where to end the bike lane* Figure 10 on page 28 depicts typical bicycle and auto movements at major intersections. This figure clearly makes the points I was trying to make to you and Don when we were discussing where the bike lane should end near Evansdale Drive. Page 29 shows preferred treatments for the bike lane when it comes to a right turn lane as at the intersection of Mon Blvd. and Evansdale Drive. I believe the treatment that is most likely to get WVDOH buy-in is represented in Figure 10-d. This treatment requires no changes to the existing markings. It is also least likely to discourage cyclists from selecting correct lane positioning when going straight through or making left turns. The AASHTO Guide provides limited guidance on where the bike lane should end. Fortunately, the MUTCD provides some guidance. The MUTCD Section 9C.04 Markings For Bicycle Lanes states, "When the right through lane is dropped to become a right turn only lane, the bicycle lane markings should stop at least 100 feet before the beginning of the right turn lane." While in our case, the right through lane is not "dropped" to become a right turn only lane, the intent of this guideline is to provide sufficient distance, 100 feet, for the bicyclist to merge into the right through lane before autos begin to turn right. Therefore, I would recommend that bike lane end 100 feet before the beginning of the right turn lane from Mon Blvd. onto Evansdale Drive. *Signage* The MUTCD Section 9B.04 Bicycle Lane Signs also provides valuable guidance on signage. I would recommend placing the following signs at the following locations (the letters and numbers in parentheses after the sign text designate the specific sign number that can be found in the MUTCD): 1. BIKE LANE (R3-17) AHEAD (R3-17aP) 6 feet after the intersection of Eighth Street and Mon Blvd.; 2. BIKE LANE (R3-17) at the beginning of the bike lane and every 1000 feet thereafter (the MUTCD requires BIKE LANE signs to accompany bike lane markings but "the signs need not be adjacent to every symbol to avoid overuse of the signs"; 3. BIKE LANE (R3-17) ENDS (R3-17bP) at the end of the bike lane; 4. BEGIN RIGHT TURN LANE, YIELD TO BIKES (R4-4) at the beginning of the right turn lane; 5. SHARE THE ROAD signs (SHARE THE ROAD (W16-1) plaque in conjunction with the W11-1 (bicycle in diamond shaped sign) sign every 250 feet on both sides along Don Knotts Blvd., Beechurst Av., the west side of Mon Blvd. between Eighth St. and Evansdale Drive, both sides of Mon Blvd. between Evansdale Dr. and the Edith Barrill (Star City) Bridge. (Please note that the Bicycle Board recommended and the Traffic Commission approved these share the road signs at the same time that the Bicycle Board recommended and the Traffic Commission approved the Mon Blvd. bike lane.) I'm sure I overlooked some things. I hope you've discovered and noted them as you read the above. I look forward to the next step. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ On 8/23/2009 1:48 AM, Don Spencer wrote: > > Bill -- Sorry to be absent from my computer so much this week. I > appreciate your meeting with us last Monday to work on the bike lane. > I promise to stay out of your way on this issue - as far as the MPO > structure is concerned. > > > > If a local drawing is needed, I would rather have the Bicycle Board > create the drawing first and then have it taken to the City Manager > and Engineer for their review and action. The Bicycle Board has more > experience in understanding cycling issues than do the Engineering > personnel -- even though they have resources which they can use to > check out and confirm standards. The DOH will have their own opinion > too, but it is important for us to say what we proposed...first. > > > > Frank Gmeindl needs to be the point person -- in my opinion. > > > > Don > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > *From:* Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] > *Sent:* Friday, August 21, 2009 2:24 PM > *To:* 'Bill Austin'; dspencer36(a)comcast.net > *Subject:* RE: WV DOH Response to Letter Concerning Closing of Rail Trail > > > > Don, > > > > I wasn't sure you got this the last time I sent it. One key question I > have is *will the City be able to provide a drawing of the typical > section we are proposing*? Do you need to have the City Manager > request it from the City Engineer? I will be happy to work with the > appropriate person on the specifications. Please let me know who that is. > > > > Thanks, > > > > Bill > > > > *From:* Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] > *Sent:* Tuesday, August 18, 2009 9:52 AM > *To:* 'dspencer36(a)comcast.net' > *Subject:* FW: WV DOH Response to Letter Concerning Closing of Rail Trail > > > > Don, > > > > Thanks for meeting with me yesterday. I was rereading the attached > response from DOH this morning and had several thoughts. Please take a > look at the next to last paragraph and the last paragraph on the first > page. We need to do several things, first we need to note the City > Managers commitment to placing the striping. Secondly, we need a > drawing of THE typical cross-section of the striping that needs to be > installed. It should probably be based on an ASHTO standard facility > that has been constructed in West Virginia. I am looking into that > now. We will need a draft engineering level product to share with the > new technical committee by mid-September. > > > > > > Please let me know your thoughts. > > > > Thanks, > > > > Bill > > > > *From:* Bill Austin [mailto:baustin@moncpc.org] > *Sent:* Monday, July 27, 2009 4:18 PM > *To:* 'Bellcom21(a)aol.com'; 'David Bruffy'; 'dspencer36(a)comcast.net'; > 'gvmayor(a)comcast.net'; 'jlgoodwi(a)access.k12.wv.us'; 'Joe Fisher'; > 'dulaneyoil(a)comcast.net'; 'Keller, Perry J'; 'bill(a)byrnehedges.com'; > 'scmayor(a)comcast.net'; 'Moncom(a)aol.com'; 'djhstarcity(a)hotmail.com'; > 'dulaneyoil(a)comcast.net'; 'statler4board(a)hotmail.com' > *Cc:* Mike Paugh > *Subject:* WV DOH Response to Letter Concerning Closing of Rail Trail > > > > Board Members, > > > > Please find attached a letter from Robert Pennington of the West > Virginia Department of Highways responding to the MPO's recent > correspondence concerning the closing of the Rail Trail. We will > continue to work to coordinate with DOH on this issue. > > > > Regards, > > > > Bill Austin, AICP > > Executive Director > > Morgantown Monongalia MPO > > 180 Hart Field Road > > Morgantown, WVA 26508 > > 304-291-9571 > > 304-692-7225 Mobile > > > > >

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WV DOH letter regarding BB recommendation
by Frank Gmeindl 24 Aug '09

24 Aug '09

Bicycle Board Members, Attached is the letter that the WV DOH sent the MPO Director regarding our recommendations for the Bike Lane and Share the Road signs. Gives you an idea of what we're up against. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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FWD: bicycle item
by director 23 Aug '09

23 Aug '09

Good morning, John Lozier passed on this interesting bike link. I forward it for your viewing enjoyment. Nick http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2009/8/22/770982/-London-Paramedics- Forced-to-Use-Bicycles -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Fwd: August BB Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 18 Aug '09

18 Aug '09

Attached, please find the August minutes. Thank you, BETSY SHOGREN

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Ebike share program at University of Washington, Seattle
by director 18 Aug '09

18 Aug '09

Good afternoon, I just came across this article on one of the science sites I read. I'll be in Seattle next month again and be sure to look at the bikes in this program. If anyone is interested in a report let me know. http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2007/11/27/bike Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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GIS progress...
by Derek Springston 18 Aug '09

18 Aug '09

Hey guys, I worked a bit last night on the GIS route mapping, but it's going to take a while to get all of your routes on the map. I thought I could get them all uploaded in a week or so, but that isn't going to happen. My goal now is to get them finished up before the next Bike Board meeting. Then we can discuss the symbology for each route. Big thanks go to Frank, Jacob, Jonathan, Alice, Jim, Aira, Adam, and anyone else who put their routes on the mapping for our last meeting. Did I forget anyone? If so, please let me know because I appreciate those of you who've pitched in. Now, I just have to finish mapping everything! Thanks! ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells _________________________________________________________________ Get back to school stuff for them and cashback for you. http://www.bing.com/cashback?form=MSHYCB&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT_MSHYCB_Back…

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Bike sharing increases ridership, ridership decreases crashes
by director 17 Aug '09

17 Aug '09

Good evening, Thought I'd pass on this article from Atlantic Monthly today... http://business.theatlantic.com/2009/08/why_bike-sharing_programs_are_reall… Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Main Street Morgantown is putting bikes downtown!
by director 07 Aug '09

07 Aug '09

Good morning, In a rather ironic twist I found out this morning that Arts in the Park has made and painted a bunch of bike-art silhouettes to put on the downtown lampposts starting this Fall when the plants come down. After some discussion with the artist doing the work (Debbie and Sonda) it turns out that everybody wants REAL bikes downtown too - with one exception. The bikes are 1/8" aluminum sheet with whimsical scenes painted on them. The good that could come from this would be if seeing art-bikes downtown gets everybody excited enough to overcome the resistance to real bikes. In fact there is a company that makes a bike parking fixture that hauls bikes up a pole. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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FW: Commuter/ bike route mapping...
by Derek Springston 07 Aug '09

07 Aug '09

Hey guys, Below is my conversation with John from CyclePath. We're ok to use the same symbols. It looks like we'll have to just create our own definitions under each symbol type. I'll create that and get your approval soon. Thanks! ~Derek “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 10:43:46 -0400 From: path(a)frognet.net To: guitardeek(a)hotmail.com Subject: Re: Commuter/ bike route mapping... Derek, I see no problem with you replicating the symbols. If possible, give me a small line of credit on your map/brochure somewhere. If not, no big deal. The way I determined the road hierarchy was by taking a current map and marking the roads the way I thought they should be marked with felt tip markers. I then showed it to several other cyclist for editing. I figured that the perceptions of the more experienced cyclists in our community was a better resource than trying to set up some kind of stricter criteria such as vehicle counting or road width. I also suggest including a disclaimer of some type on the map that "conditions can vary.....every attempt was made to make the map accurate.....that the map is "as is" and .....you are not responsible for any liability associated with the content......etc. etc." Hope this helps and let me know if you need more information. Also, let me know when your map is done and ready for viewing. John Lefelhocz Derek Springston wrote: John, I spoke with you over a month ago concerning the Cyclepath Athens, Ohio Bicycle Commuter Map that you were involved with. We are interested in using the same symbols for our paths (Highly Recommended Road, Suggested Road, Bike Friendly Side Street, etc....). Would it bother you if we did that? If so, please let us know. IF you're ok with us adopting the same symbology, I believe it could be beneficial for us discuss how we can get ours to have the same criteria for these determinations as you used. Please contact me ASAP. Thanks and have a wonderful day! ~Derek Springston “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells Date: Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:41:10 -0400 From: path(a)frognet.net To: guitardeek(a)hotmail.com Subject: Re: Commuter/ bike route mapping... Derek, The person you are looking for would be me. I'm an artist and I also own Cycle Path. https://www.athenscyclepath.com/AthensCommuterMap.pdf is the newest version of this map. Discussing via email is easiest for me. If you need a more in depth conversation I can set up a time to consult via the phone. John Lefelhocz (owner) Cycle Path Bike Shop 104 W. Union St. Athens, Ohio 45701 740 593 8482 http://www.athenscyclepath.com "Cycle Your Path" Derek Springston wrote: Hi, I am a member of the Morgantown, WV Bike Board, which is part of the city's Traffic Commission. We are planning on creating a Bike Route Map for our community that will help potentially motivate folks to ride more. One of our previous Bike Board members left us with a map that shows the routes of downtown Athens, OH with a Cycle Path symbol on the bottom right corner. We really liked the symbology and labelling of the routes on your map. They're green and red and start with Highly Recommended Road, Suggested Road, etc, etc. We would like to find the primary contact who was involved with creating this map to discuss different options for our map and potentially gain some new insights. Give me a name and phone number if possible. Thanks and have a wonderful day! ~Derek Windows Live™ SkyDrive™: Get 25 GB of free online storage. Get it on your BlackBerry or iPhone. -- Max,John & Katsu Cycle Path Bike Shop 104 W. Union St. Athens, Ohio 45701 740 593 8482 http://www.athenscyclepath.com "Cycle Your Path" Get back to school stuff for them and cashback for you. Try Bing now. -- Max,John & Katsu Cycle Path Bike Shop 104 W. Union St. Athens, Ohio 45701 740 593 8482 http://www.athenscyclepath.com "Cycle Your Path" _________________________________________________________________ Get back to school stuff for them and cashback for you. http://www.bing.com/cashback?form=MSHYCB&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT_MSHYCB_Back…

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Bike Route Mapping, GIS, and Google..
by Derek Springston 07 Aug '09

07 Aug '09

Hey guys, I successfully converted the Morgantown Bike Route file, which was yellow on the my aerial map last night, from a shapefile (.shp) which is used by my ArcGIS software to a KML or KMZ file, which is used by Google Earth. It overlayed correctly in Google Earth. My next step is to figure out how we can post this on Google Earth and Google Maps for future use by a broader audience. However, in the meantime, if you regularly create routes by using Google Earth, Google Maps, MapMyRide, etc please continue to do so. I'm confident that if I could convert from a shapefile to KML or KMZ, then I could use your KML or KMZ files. Please send me your routes via KML or KMZ files, and I'll let you know if I succesfully bring them into my mapping. Then we'll proceed from there. Those of you who are more comfortable with paper maps, please feel free to mark those up as well. I'll do a good job of copying your routes onto our mapping. I promise! Please get me your routes ASAP. I would like to have them in by next week. If you're busy, I understand, but let's not take any longer than 2 weeks. That will give me a few weeks to map all of your routes before the next Bike Board meeting so that we can, as a Bike Board, begin assigning symbology to each route. I will map the routes given to me last night and email a PDF to all. I will try to finish this up by Sunday (8-9-09). I will attempt to make the file size small and manageable, but maintain enough quality so you can easily view it and make decisions while drawing your routes. I already have an email in to John Lefelhocz, owner of CyclePath who was key in creating the Athens, OH Commuter Map concerning use of their symbols. I will also email him and find out if he can give us a synopsis on their criteria or a copy of their definitions of each symbol if possible. Then, I'll use part of our definitions and road examples from last night with his, create a legend with definitions, and get it approved by the Bike Board to be ready for choosing the symbols for each route we pick at the next meeting. Sounds ambitious, but I think it's possible if you guys can get me your routes in the next 1-2 weeks. Have a nice weekend. Hope to see you out on the roads! ~Derek P.S. Aira and Adam, thanks for your attendance and input. Come again! “Every time I see an adult on a bicycle I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” -H.G. Wells _________________________________________________________________ Get back to school stuff for them and cashback for you. http://www.bing.com/cashback?form=MSHYCB&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT_MSHYCB_Back…

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This Thursday's Bike Board meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Aug '09

03 Aug '09

Bicycle Board Members, *Agenda and Read-Aheads* Attached is a suggested agenda for this Thursday's meeting. Also attached are the minutes of our last meeting and a copy of Athens Ohio bike route map. *Bike Route Map* In preparation for our meeting, please go to the Morgantown Visitor's Center (68 Donley Street, Wharf District) or see me to get a free copy of their newly printed Morgantown City street map. Mark up the map to indicate preferred bike routes. If possible, use the legend that's on the Athens map (at least mark the highly recommended roads): * Highly Recommended Road (thick green line) * Suggested Road (medium green line) * Bike Friendly Side Street (thin green line) * Strategic Shortcut (dashed green line) * Neutral Road (neither good nor bad) (thin orange line) * Road to Avoid at Peak Hours (thin red line) * Road Advised Against Using (medium red line) * Road to Avoid Whenever Possible (thick red line) On Thursday, with Derek's leadership, we will develop a Morgantown Bicycle Route map. If we all mark up the same City map using the same legend, we can simply transfer our marks to a master map at the next meeting and minimize "babel". Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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main streat board meeting
by Chip Wamsley 16 Jul '09

16 Jul '09

Hey all, I met with the board of Main Street Morgantown this morning to discuss our plans for bike racks on High street. They are still concerned about the urban clutter that the racks will add to the downtown. Furthermore, they would like to remove the curbing around the trees, which will make the rack placement in those spots a new obstruction. Their questions were: 1) did we have other options? 2) could we put all bikes in the parking garages? 3) could we use a mixture of parking? 4) could we put the bikes on side streets? 5) would there be a time limit on parking? 6) who would police the racks? 7) how would abandoned bikes be dealt with? 8) why weren't all of the property owners and merchants contacted about the rack placement? I told them that we could do bike corrals at the expense of losing a parking space. Not only would they not be as convenient, but they are less attractive. I discussed the options of some secure parking in the parking garages, but the loss of on street parking would lower the the use of downtown by cyclists. I proposed a mix of one side of High street with post and rings and a bicycle corral possibly near the Blue Moose as a pilot project. I told them that side streets had been considered but the existence already of the bump outs and trees gave us an out of the way placement of racks. Dan Borhoff commented on questions 5,6 and 7 by saying that a city ordinance would have to be passed by city council. My response to question 8 was that we were working with organizations like main street and the design committee who represent these individuals and that it was not practical for us to contact every merchant and property owner. The Main Street board wants to discuss it further and have us meet with the design committee again (they meet the second Thursday of the month). We will need to develop a more definitive plan for bike corral style parking. There will be several problems to consider: 1) working with the parking authority to obtain spaces. 2) working with the state DOH as most street downtown are also state roads. 3) dealing with more underground utility issues in the street with regard to mounting bollards and racks. Lots more stuff to work on before the next design committee meeting August 13. Chip

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July Meeting Concern
by Gunnar Shogren 08 Jul '09

08 Jul '09

Good day all, Don asked me to send this email, as he is currently... ah... doing field work for the Board (he's out cycling). His concern is that if enough folks aren't planning on coming to the meeting this Thursday, then he'd like to not worry about it and such what-not (it would be cancelled). But *if* there are enough folks that are planning on attending then by all means we will have it. So *please* reply to this and let Don know if you of your status. Thanks, gunnar. Don's PS

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Bike League Instructor Levels and Course Descriptions
by director 28 Jun '09

28 Jun '09

Good afternoon, My apologies for not getting this to you sooner, due to a combination of technical and cerebral difficulties. There is also course material on the LCI website, but it requires login with an LCI #. Positive Spin would be happy to order printed materials at cost if desired. We would keep them in our library where anyone can come read them anytime we're open. File is attached as a .pdf Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Seattle/Google Bikewise
by director 27 Jun '09

27 Jun '09

Good evening, More info about the new application developed by Seattle's Cascade Bike Club in this email I just received. I believe it addresses one of the concerns expressed about connecting this data to road maintenance authorities. btw It appears that it only accepts things in the Seattle area. My report for Morgantown (unresponsive light at Beechurst and 6th) didn't get mapped. Still, I think it's pretty cool. I mentioned it to a developer at Google that I met in San Jose. Hopefully it will spread soon. Nick ===================== snip ===================== Hello Bikewise! Since launching a month ago, nearly a thousand people have signed up and posted reports or registered bikes. We've gotten good media attention, from blogs to newspapers to TV news. Thanks to all of you (!), Bikewise now has crash, hazard, and theft reports from 25 U.S. states and 6 countries. But we're really just getting started. Here's what we're working on: Our top priority is making sure that the data you enter actually gets used to make streets safer and better for cycling. It's kind of amazing, but this is already happening. Here are some examples: * Kirkland, WA wants to integrate our hazard reporting system into its street maintenance operations. We're working with them to figure out how to do it. * Seattle, WA is also interested in integrating Bikewise reports into city operations. We're working with the head of traffic operations and road maintenance to make this happen. * A traffic engineer at the University of WA is starting research on using Bikewise crash data for street safety planning. Such planning normally relies solely on official police reports, which of course underreport bike crashes tremendously. Obviously, there's much more to come on all of this. It's not going to happen overnight, but it's happening. Our other top priority is making the Bikewise site useful and user-friendly. Since Bikewise went live, a lot of technical issues have been fixed and some new features have been added. In particular, you can now edit your own reports and you can set your default location. (So, if Google thinks you're in Poughkeepsie, you can tell it otherwise.) The big bug we fixed was photos - a setup issue on our production server was preventing photos from being saved. Sorry! If you uploaded a photo and it never appeared, give it another shot. Lots of other little bugs have also been fixed. Thanks to all who let us know about them! Last but not least, we've added some impressive bike safety content to our Resources pages. Please check it out ( http://www.bikewise.org/pub/simple/resources ) and let us know what you think. And remember to always Bike Wisely! Happy Cycling! Phil Mitchell and Tessa Greegor (Cascade Bicycle Club) -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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SF Bike Plan
by director 27 Jun '09

27 Jun '09

Good morning, In spite of some unfair political opposition San Francisco's city-wide bike plan passed yesterday with overwhelming city and community support. http://ecolocalizer.com/2009/06/26/sf-bike-plan-unanimously-approved-by-the… How do we get one of those? Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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BOPARC Representative
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 25 Jun '09

25 Jun '09

An interesting development for another possible ex officio. I just attended a Neighborhood Association potluck in Suncrest, and Ralph LaRue said he would be interested in representing BOPARC at our meetings after August 1st. -Jonathan

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Bike Route Meeting 6-17-09 Minutes
by Derek Springston 25 Jun '09

25 Jun '09

Hey guys, Attached are the minutes to our GIS/ Bike Route Meeting that was held on 6-17-09. For those that attended, check the minutes to make sure you approve and agree with Action Items and due dates, etc and reply to me. For those who didn't attend, take a look to see what we did. Thanks, ~Derek Springston _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail® has ever-growing storage! Don’t worry about storage limits. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/Storage?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutori…

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Modular bikepark/shower units on Treehugger
by director 22 Jun '09

22 Jun '09

Good evening, I just came across this while reading the news on Treehugger... http://www.treehugger.com/files/2009/06/solar-powered-bicycle-parking-pods-… Cool, huh? Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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House Transportation Bill and Safe Routes to School
by director 20 Jun '09

20 Jun '09

Good morning, I received this information on a new transportation bill being considered in Congress. Interesting aspects that directly address improved bike/ped infrastructure and programs. Nick Update on House Transportation Bill and Safe Routes to School June 19, 2009 Over the past few days, there has been a lot of movement on the transportation bill in the U.S. House of Representatives. On Thursday, June 18, Reps. Oberstar, Mica, DeFazio, and Duncan, who are the lead Democrats and Republicans on the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, released a Blueprint of the transportation bill [http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102616852275&s=2741&e=001gi-qANuZ0JyRsdDNpJVamlqS…]. The day before the Blueprint was unveiled, US Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood asked Congress to delay consideration of the transportation bill and to instead pass an 18-month extension of the current law. Chairman Oberstar and Ranking Member Mica were very firm in the need to move the transportation bill this year, and indicated that they plan to move forward with consideration of the transportation bill next week. While we do not yet have the text of the legislation, which is expected to be released early next week, the Blueprint provides an overview of the high-level changes the Committee will be looking to carry out. Of primary interest to Safe Routes to School supporters, the Blueprint indicates that the transportation bill will create an Office of Livability within the Federal Highway Administration. The office will administer bicycle and pedestrian programs, including Safe Routes to School and Transportation Enhancements. The office is charged with increasing modal choice, advancing livable communities, and promoting integrated land use and planning. Also under the Office's jurisdiction will be compilation and dissemination of best practices on active transportation, developing better data collection and analysis on active transportation, and requiring that all federal aid projects consider comprehensive street design principles, policies, and standards. The Office will also oversee the creation of the U.S. Bicycle Route System. While the details of any proposed changes to strengthen or expand Safe Routes to School will not be known until the legislative language is released, Safe Routes to School supporters should be pleased to see that the program is included in the Blueprint and is being placed with a new office that is charged with overseeing many other bicycle/pedestrian programs. The Safe Routes to School National Partnership will analyze the language of the legislative text as soon as it is released to assess which elements of our recommendations [http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102616852275&s=2741&e=001gi-qANuZ0JxgQ7W1ARRJ0WuG… included, and will provide you with additional information as the details emerge. We may have a "call to action" for Safe Routes to School supporters next week, so please watch your email over the coming days. Thank you for your continued support and interest in Safe Routes to School. For questions, please contact Margo Pedroso at margo(a)saferoutespartnership.org [mailto:margo@saferoutespartnership.org]. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Forward email http://ui.constantcontact.com/sa/fwtf.jsp?m=1100380121653&ea=director@posit… This email was sent to director(a)positivespin.org by deb(a)saferoutespartnership.org. Update Profile/Email Address http://visitor.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?v=001JkPYvl9GdBxNH5I1lra7pqiG5gADO… Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe(TM) http://visitor.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?v=001JkPYvl9GdBxNH5I1lra7pqiG5gADO… Privacy Policy: http://ui.constantcontact.com/roving/CCPrivacyPolicy.jsp Email Marketing by Constant Contact(R) www.constantcontact.com Bikes Belong Coalition | P.O. Box 2359 | Boulder | CO | 80306 -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Seattle Trip Report
by director 20 Jun '09

20 Jun '09

Good morning, I'm currently travelling and have posted a mini-trip report (preliminary) about my visit to Seattle. It covers bike parking, bike paths, bike routes, urban cycling and interesting bike shops I visited while there. You can find it at: http://www.positivespin.org/PublicFiles/2009_0618_SeattleTripReport.pdf Please feel free to pass the link on to anyone else who might be interested. I'm currently in San Jose for the Smart Cycling conference of League instructors. I'll have a report on this next week after I return. See you then. Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Complete Streets action in Seattle
by director 18 Jun '09

18 Jun '09

Good evening, I just came across this blog via the Complete Streets newsletter. It's about a road I was biking/walking on Tuesday. This is a sorely-needed big improvement for this corridor. The concepts might work well at certain intersections along Beechurst/Mon Blvd as well. http://seattletransitblog.com/2009/06/15/358-bus-stop-plazas/#more-5653 Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Amputees Across America - July 10th
by Derek Springston 18 Jun '09

18 Jun '09

Hey guys, HealthSouth, where my wife works, is involved with Amputees Across America. I guess they'll be riding across the US and will come through Morgantown on July 10th. She invited me to ride with them at 11am on July 10th and asked for support. There are several college students who would like to ride with them but don't have bikes, so she thought I might know some folks who could help. Angie is planning on contacting at least Positive Spin. It seems like they could help with getting folks bikes to ride for the day. Maybe we can offer support just as cyclists. #1 What would the Bike Board like to do about this? #2 Would this be better suited for Positive Spin? Have a nice day! ~Derek _________________________________________________________________ Bing™ brings you maps, menus, and reviews organized in one place. Try it now. http://www.bing.com/search?q=restaurants&form=MLOGEN&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT…

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GIS Bike Route Meeting tonight...
by Derek Springston 17 Jun '09

17 Jun '09

Hey guys, I just wanted to remind everyone that there is a GIS Bike Route Meeting tonight at 5:30pm in the Training Room of the PSC Building. Please attend if you wish to have input. Brainstorm and bring some ideas, too! I'll do the same today and print out a few maps with the most current info I have. If I left anyone off of the list, please let me know. Thanks! Hope to see you tonight, ~Derek _________________________________________________________________ Lauren found her dream laptop. Find the PC that’s right for you. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/choosepc/?ocid=ftp_val_wl_290

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FW: FREE Mountainline Thursday...
by Derek Springston 16 Jun '09

16 Jun '09

Hey, Thursday is Mountain Line Transit’s ‘Dump the Pump’ Day. They’re offering FREE bus rides with a coupon. Make sure you take one for each ride, both to and from your destinations. You can also print them from their website: http://www.busride.org/ I can print more if you guys need me to. If you do use this, let me know. I'll likely still be riding my bike unless the weather is bad, but it's a great option for transportation. ~Derek S. _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail® has ever-growing storage! Don’t worry about storage limits. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/Storage?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutori…

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Bike Route GIS Meeting...
by Derek Springston 15 Jun '09

15 Jun '09

Hey guys, I guess since I'm the mapping guy, I'll take the lead for the creation of the Bike Route map! :) As discussed during the meeting on Thursday, a few of us need to meet to discuss how to create this map, what the criteria will be for a 'route', and various other issues. First, lets identify those of us who would like to meet. During the meeting, these names were mentioned: Derek Springston - volunteered to help Frank Gmeindl - volunteered Jacob Brown - volunteered Don Dickerson - Frank suggested that Don should be involved since he helped with an earlier drafts Gunnar Shogren - Frank suggested Gunnar I believe it may be beneficial to contact these people as well: Steve Harouff Will Ravenscroft Chet Parsons So, who is willing to meet within the next week or two? Please let me know if you're not interested, so I won't keep sending emails. Then, we'll establish a time. Thanks, ~Derek _________________________________________________________________ Insert movie times and more without leaving Hotmail®. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/QuickAdd?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutor…

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cell phone
by Frank Gmeindl 13 Jun '09

13 Jun '09

Bicycle Board Members, So, you think you can talk on the cell phone, even hands free and drive safely? Watch this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubNF9QNEQLA and be entertained. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Fwd: June Minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 12 Jun '09

12 Jun '09

Attached, please find the June minutes. Have a great weekend! BETSY

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike Wise - It's Everywhere!
by director 10 Jun '09

10 Jun '09

Good morning, I should have read the article before I posted. The Bikewise site defaults to Seattle, but actually is available anywhere there is Google map info. You can register, set your default location, and then put in reports about thefts, hazards, crashes and annoyances. I tested it by reporting the light at 6th and Beechurst that doesn't respond to bicyclists waiting to cross the thoroughfare. I'd encourage everyone else to share as much info as you have so that others can benefit from it. As the article states, there is no official link to authorities that can do road repairs or engineering to address problems. However, there's the opportunity for authorities to take it upon themselves if they monitor the site. Hope this helps. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "director" <director(a)positivespin.org> Reply-To: director(a)positivespin.org Date: Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:31:42 -0400 >Good morning, >On one of the environmental websites I read regularly this news item appeared today. I'll be out there next week and will check into it further. Chances are that I know someone in the program if anyone would like more info on it. > >http://ecolocalizer.com/2009/06/10/bikewise-community-makes-cycling-safer/ > >Nick > >-- >Nick Hein LCI# 1705 >Director, Positive Spin >2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L >Morgantown, WV >ph 304-276-0213 >-- > >_______________________________________________ >Bikeboard mailing list >Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Bike Wise - Seattle collaborative cyclist reporting program
by director 10 Jun '09

10 Jun '09

Good morning, On one of the environmental websites I read regularly this news item appeared today. I'll be out there next week and will check into it further. Chances are that I know someone in the program if anyone would like more info on it. http://ecolocalizer.com/2009/06/10/bikewise-community-makes-cycling-safer/ Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Trail closure
by Frank Gmeindl 09 Jun '09

09 Jun '09

Monday, 8-June 4:00 PM at the Morgantown Public Safety Center (corner Spruce & Walnut diagonally across from Blue Moose) representatives of BOPARC and MUB will attend the regularly scheduled Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board meeting to discuss MUB plans to close the rail trail to upgrade the water treatment system and install a new sewer pipe. The meeting is open to the public. At last night's Traffic Commission meeting, I learned that City Council directed BOPARC to work with the relevant parties to develop a plan. Perhaps Monday's meeting is one step that BOPARC is taking to make that plan. To my knowledge, BOPARC has not contacted anyone on the Bicycle Board. (Remember the trail stripe?) At last night's Traffic Commission meeting, the Bicycle Board presented the following recommendations: 1. Establish cycling detours around the trail but as close to the trail as reasonable. 2. Complete the work in sections to minimize the impact on cyclists and businesses. At least 6 months before the trail is closed: 3. Install "Share the Road" and "Bike Route" signs every 250 feet on Beechurst Ave., Mon Blvd., Don Knotts Blvd. and University Ave. 4. Install a bike lane going up the hill on Mon Blvd. between Eighth St. and Evansdale Drive. Keep the bike lane free of debris. The current shoulder is not properly paved and it certainly is not clean. The Traffic Commission unanimously voted to recommend to the City that the City request the WVDOH to implement recommendations 3 and 4 ASAP. (The way has already been somewhat cleared for implementing Share the Road signs since the WVDOH has already said that they will install them at their expense. In May 2008, the DOH approved the Share the Road signs on Mon Blvd and Don Knotts Blvd. as well as other Bicycle Board recommended Morgantown-area state-maintained roads with speed limits at or above 40 mph. However, the signs weren't installed because they were part of a greater package that included Shared Lane Markings and Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs that the DOH also approved in May 2008 but then reconsidered in October 2008 because the new Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices that defines SLMs and BMUFL signs hasn't been adopted by the state yet. The Share the Road signs was the WVDOH's idea in the first place so getting them to install them should not be difficult if they are requested as a separate stand-alone project.) At last night's Traffic Commission meeting, some of the commissioners were not aware of MUBs plan to close the trail. One commissioner, John Martis, vehemently objected to closing the trail and insisted that MUB accomplish the work without closing the trail. He will attend Monday's meeting. The Traffic Commission decided to hold Bicycle Board recommendations 1 and 2 in abeyance until after Monday's meeting. On July 16, City Council will decide whether to accept BOPARC's plan. On July 21, City Council will make its final decision on whether to approve MUB's project. Frank Gmeindl Chariman, Morgantown Municipal Bicycle Board /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles /- John Forester, /Effective Cycling/

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[Fwd: American Bicyclist Update---June 8, 2009]
by Frank Gmeindl 08 Jun '09

08 Jun '09

Bicycle Board Members, I'm forwarding the LAB online newsletter to you in case you're not an LAB member and don't get it. If you already get it, I apologize for cluttering your in-box with a duplicate. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ -------- Original Message -------- Subject: American Bicyclist Update---June 8, 2009 Date: Mon, 08 Jun 2009 20:58:21 -0400 (EDT) From: League of American Bicyclists <bikeleague(a)bikeleague.org> Reply-To: meghan(a)bikeleague.org To: fgmeindl(a)verizon.net Having trouble viewing this email? Click here <http://campaign.constantcontact.com/render?v=0015ak-Six2vtoh5tjsNSD0TSmok18…> You're receiving this email because of your relationship with League of American Bicyclists. Please confirm <http://visitor.constantcontact.com/c.jsp?t=1102604707848.12818.8512558115.2…> your continued interest in receiving email from us. You may unsubscribe <http://visitor.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?v=001bAhAGGXw8y9W9M9YbKidzcT7aySKB…> if you no longer wish to receive our emails. American Bicyclists Update Archives <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjKQzLNDPKfIteu…> *June 8, 2009 * * * *Greetings!* Two weeks ago we reported on Energy Secretary Chu's love of bicycling - news that was quickly followed by the revelation that Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor also enjoys a spin around the neighborhood. Click here <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjLnSxQM37rhLd8…> for the AP article. Seems like the timing for our Equality Statement <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjLQZPYJqTaUlZZ…> was pretty good! Sincerely, Andy Clark President, League of American Bicyclists *League News* * * *Smart Cycling Conference * Smart Cycling Link <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjKIzNEPODlqFPP…>There are less than two weeks to go to the Smart Cycling Conference <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjKIzNEPODlqFPP…> in San Jose - so check out the exciting program, various riding opportunities and area attractions, and sign up at the competitive conference rates that are good through June 12. We're looking forward to lively educational sessions, and you'll be the first to learn who the recipients are of two of the League's prestigious national awards. There's also a Board of Directors meeting on Thursday, June 18! Register <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjKIzNEPODlqFPP…> for the conference today! Thank you to our Sponsors NBDA <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjLz-MI_WJZbwBK…> and CycleAware <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjJEpQ9Y6x9jvpx…>! *League 2009 Rally * League Logo and Link <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjLBhfdl5Rl4Pf4…>Registration is now open for Weekend on Wheels <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjLMQLCbIcWCeNe…> 2009 <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjLMQLCbIcWCeNe…> - the League National Rally of Bicyclists. The Twin Cities Bicycling Club, in partnership with the League and the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota, is the proud host of the National Rally at the annual WOW event, July 31 through August 2 in Winona, Minn. The weekend is jam-packed with activities. There will be three full days of riding with route support and full-service rest stops. Routes will be from 25 to 62 miles Friday and Sunday, and 25 to 100 miles on Saturday. For mountain bikers, check out the great trails around Winona on Saturday afternoon. Go to www.bikewow.org <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjLBhfdl5Rl4Pf4…> for more information. World News *There is Safety in Numbers * In a comparison of cycle use and cyclists' safety in English cities and counties, CTC - the UK's national cyclists' organization, has found new evidence that cycling gets safer the more cyclists there are. The data show that the places with the highest cycle use - York, Cambridgeshire and Hull - are also the safest places to cycle. Also, in London there has been a 91% increase in cycle use since 2000, together with a 33% reduction in the actual number of cyclist casualties over roughly the same period. This adds weight to international evidence that the best way to improve cyclists' safety is to encourage more people to cycle. Source ctc.org <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjLv1QZ9aLvM0eq…> National News Proposal to End Federal Funding for Bike Projects* * Representatives John Boehner (R-OH) and Eric Cantor (R-VA) proposed putting a stop to Federal funding for bicycle projects and programs. In a letter to President Obama <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjLL2B_F_M-Y5KW…>, the two leading House Republicans proposed cutting all funding for Transportation Enhancements <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjJe13B5CQbUyem…>, Safe Routes to Schools <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjIidtf8dsxqZD0…> and Nonmotorized pilot programs <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjJzQdnicN22PlD…> in the President's budget - more than $5 billion over the next five years. Read more <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjKpgVbgbQTJzHS…>. *Federal Transportation Policy and Planning Act of 2009 * Senator John D. Rockefeller, IV (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, and Senator Frank Lautenberg (D-NJ), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, introduced The Federal Surface Transportation Policy and Planning Act of 2009. One major goals of the act is to reduce national per capita motor vehicle miles traveled on an annual basis. Read the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation's press release <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjJ8NQIBQplNXQ3…>. Read more at Transportation for America <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjI1q1J0w87eS9_…>. * *Blumenauer's Three Specific Initiatives * * Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) recently revealed his current top three initiatives. The first is what Blumenauer calls a "visible achievement project." The project would put bike lanes on Pennsylvania Ave. in Washington, D.C - a high profile pr move. It's one of the most famous streets in America; it's home to the White House, numerous federal office buildings, and it leads directly into the U.S. Capitol building. The next priority Blumenauer shared is his desire to set a national goal for biking. The idea here is to set a reachable target for advocates (both inside and outside of government) to shoot for in the re-write of the new transportation bill. The final national priority Blumenauer said he's working on is to expand the Safe Routes to Schools program into high schools and the American workplace. Safe Routes was funded with $600 million in the last transportation bill but is currently only focused on elementary schools. The Safe Routes to Schools National Partnership is already backing a new bill <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjLT2Kt2vgZTR8Z…> that would triple funding for the program and take it into high schools. Read more <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjJ7jVabk0m5hZg…>. *State & Local News* * * * *Safe Passing Bill Passes Texas House and Senate* * The final version of Texas' Safe Passing Bill, SB 488, was passed May 31, 2009 by the Texas House, and the Senate overwhelmingly voted to pass it on June 1, 2009. That was the final step for the bill to complete in the Legislature and now it is being sent to Governor Perry. We will know the outcome by June 21, the last day the Governor can sign or veto bills. Read <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjLn8WJv8ZAjMX1…> the bill. Westchester Cycle Club in a Rumble over Rumble Strips The Westchester Cycle Club filed a lawsuit against the New York State Department of Transportation based upon accidents involving rumble strips along a rustic stretch of Route 100. Rumble strips, an audible road delineator that ridges the area parallel to highways and is meant to startle dozing drivers and keep them on the road, are usually confined to heavily trafficked highways but they are becoming more popular on smaller roads. Visit the Westchester Cycle Club <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjLZ0awm88nKUI4…>. Source: New York Times <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102604707848&s=12818&e=0010DyX7V5LfjK89TFvwko_PWY…> Complete Streets in Philadelphia* * Philadelphia was recognized as a Bicycle Friendly Community on June 4, 2009 as the League of American Bicyclists presented Mayor Michael A. Nutter with the League's prestigious Bicycle Friendly Community Award at the Bronze Level. 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Draft Letter to WVDOT
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Jun '09

05 Jun '09

Damien, Thank you for spending so much time with me yesterday to discuss the trail closing issue and the Traffic Commission's decision to recommend Share the Road signs and a bike lane. As I agreed during our discussion yesterday, I have attached to this message a draft letter to Secretary of the WVDOT requesting these. I hope this will at least give you a head start on implementing their recommendation. The attached letter is not entirely consistent with the Traffic Commission's recommendation or our discussion yesterday. As I was writing it, I had much more time to consider what we're recommending and how we're recommending it. You will notice that while the Bicycle Board's recommendation that the Traffic Commission endorsed included Bike Route signs in addition to the Share the Road signs. Bike Route signs are not addressed in the attached draft letter. Upon much more consideration and study of the MUTCD and AASHTO Guide for Development of Bicycle Facilities, I concluded that Bike Route signs are not appropriate and may retard WVDOT's action on the Share the Road signs and the bike lane. Basically, Bike Route signs indicate that the signed route is superior to alternative proximal routes. Given the motor traffic volume, real motor vehicle speeds and questionable aesthetics on South University Avenue, Beechurst Ave. and Mon Blvd., it would probably only be appropriate to label those roadways as Bike Route *Detours *if indeed the rail trail had already been signed as a bike route as it should be. Yesterday, I explained that installing Share the Road signs on state maintained Morgantown roadways that have speed limits greater than or equal to 40 mph was the idea of the WVDOH representatives with whom Don Spencer and Jenny Selin met February 28, 2009 in Charleston to expedite approval of the Shared Lane Markings (SLM). I also explained that when Paul Maddox retracted his approval of the Shared Lane Markings, he did not explicitly address the Share the Road signs which were part of the overall package: SLMs, Bicycles May Use Full Lane (BMUFL) signs and Share the Road signs. Yesterday, you and I agreed that the letter should cite that previous approval of the Share the Road signs. Again, upon further deliberation, I decided not to include mention of the previous approval in the attached letter because I thought disassociating the Share the Road signs from the SLMs and BMUFL signs would avoid their being set aside until the SLM and BMUFL signs issue is resolved which may take another 1.5 years. On the other hand, vocally and informally reminding the appropriate WVDOH officials such a Bill Robinson who participated in the February 28 meeting that the Share the Road signs was their idea might help expedite them if progress slows. Of course, the attached letter is for the City Manager's signature and I and the Bicycle Board as well as probably the Traffic Commission realize that he can modify it as he pleases. I think we all share the same objective, to facilitate safe bicycling in Morgantown and however the letter is finally worded, it will align with that objective. Just as a reminder, we discussed including a map with the letter and you mentioned that you could generate the map. I hope the information in the draft letter is sufficient for you to make the map. Also, a Bicycle Board member questioned whether the letter should include the cited parts of the MUTCD and AASHTO Guide for Development of Bicycle Facilities. I did not include these because I'm not sure I have the most recent official versions. If you think we should attach these and you don't have the most recent and official versions, I will do what I can to get them and provide them to you. Thanks again for working with us on this! I look forward to seeing what actually goes forward. Frank

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Letter to DOH for STR signs & bike lane
by Frank Gmeindl 05 Jun '09

05 Jun '09

Bicycle Board Members, Today, I agreed with Damien Davis of the City Engineer's office to draft a letter for the City to send to the WVDOT requesting Share the Road signs and a bike lane for Mon Blvd. to support the Traffic Commissions decision last night to support these. Attached is the draft letter. *Does anybody have an electronic copy of the AASHTO guidelines for Bicycle Facility design that you can send me or point me to so I can cite relevant sections for bike lane design?* Also, I would appreciate any constructive edits you could make and return to me by early afternoon tomorrow, Friday. (Please use Track Changes.) I want to get this to Damien Davis by COB tomorrow. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Tonight's report to TC
by Frank Gmeindl 03 Jun '09

03 Jun '09

Bicycle Board Members, May I have your concurrence to present the attached report to the Traffic Commission tonight? Frank

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Fwd: letter to the editor
by Jim Rye 03 Jun '09

03 Jun '09

Having seen nothing in the DP subsequent to mailing our BTW results to the newsroom, I created a modified version (below) as a letter to the editor, sent today. Jim Rye Professor Science Education Dept C&I/LS College of Human Resources & Education West Virginia University PO Box 6122 604L Allen Hall Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 Phone: (304) 293-4416 Fax: (304) 293-3802 Email: jim.rye(a)mail.wvu.edu Web Page: http://depts.hre.wvu.edu/c&ils/currinst/rye.html Are YOU waitin' for the world to change? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPOBMzMTP4U ECAS/HRE NSF-Supported WV Watershed Dynamics Project http://www.wvscience.org/wvwatershed/ >>> Jim Rye 6/3/2009 11:12 AM >>> Dear Editor, Is there one technology that YOU could use to lose/keep off unhealthy amounts of body fat, improve your mental health, save money, reduce traffic congestion, decrease your carbon/ecological footprint, and feel good about being more physically fit and helping our country reduce its dependence on foreign oil? Yes: the BICYCLE. In response to the DP announcement (5/12/09) of May 11-15 "Bike to Work Week" Morgantown events, 25 area residents planned to bike commute to work at least twice (and most, daily) during that week. Distances ranged from 2 to 28 miles for the daily commute and 4 to 80 miles for the entire week. Over the entire week, this group planned to bike commute to work 826 miles, which would result in: saving approximately 41 gallons of gasoline (by leaving their cars at home); reducing carbon dioxide auto emissions by 826 lbs; and burning almost 24,000 additional food Calories, equal to what are found in about 7 lbs of body fat. At http://wecan.wvu.edu/biketowork , you can download an "advanced log" that will estimate your own statistics based on the distances that you bicycle commute. WE CAN make a difference! Consider this: If our group maintained this bicycle commuting for a full year, it would conserve over 2,100 gallons of gasoline and reduce carbon dioxide auto emissions by over 21 tons. What if our group size of bicycle commuters increased from 25 to 250? Over a year, we'd save over 21,000 gallons of gasoline and reduce auto carbon dioxide emissions by 210 tons. WEIGHT, THERE'S MORE...about those Calories in the 7 lb of adipose tissue burned by our bicycle commuters. Over a year, this is the equivalent of over 14 lb per person. Over 5 years, this type of healthy behavior could prevent the gain or facilitate the loss of almost 70 lb in an individual. Oh...in case you think you're too old: Our commuters were far from "spring chickens," with over 30% in the 50-70 year old range. Over 60% of the participants now plan to bicycle commute to work more frequently. Here's more of what they told us: "I enjoyed every bit of commuting last week. I usually commute 2-3 times a week by bike, but last week I made it all five days. Bike-To-Work week motivated me...and I will try to do this more!" "Having a designated week reminds people to give it a try and it lets them know how easy it is." "Every week is bike to work week." Imagine a Morgantown with little traffic congestion during rush hours, better air quality, a healthier citizenry, more green space...the bicycle really is a magnificent piece of technology to solve much of what ails us. WE CAN! Please, become an advocate for bicycling as a means of local transportation, if for no other reason, so we don't continue to "Pave [our children's] paradise, put up a parking lot" -Joni Mitchell. -Jim Rye 692-0982 or 293-4416

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Trail closure
by Frank Gmeindl 02 Jun '09

02 Jun '09

Bicycle Board Members, Thanks for your responses concerning MUB closing the trail to install a sewer pipe. As usual, the Traffic Commission meets the day before we meet. I usually deliver a written report. I'm working on that and probably won't complete it until late tonight. In the meantime, with your concurrence, I would like to include the attached with the report. Please let me know what you think ASAP. I tried to include your comments on the subject. I will also send you the complete report when I complete it. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Fwd: FW: NYTimes.com: Bike Messenger
by Jim Rye 02 Jun '09

02 Jun '09

BOOKS / SUNDAY BOOK REVIEW | May 31, 2009 Bike <http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/31/books/review/Byrne-t.html?emc=eta1> Messenger By DAVID BYRNE An argument for commuters to ditch the car in favor of the bicycle, for the sake of cities and health alike. <http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/misc/spacer.gif> <http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/misc/spacer.gif> Copyright <http://www.nytimes.com/ref/membercenter/help/copyright.html> 2009 The New York Times Company <http://www.nytco.com/> | Privacy <http://www.nytimes.com/ref/membercenter/help/privacy.html> Policy <http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/misc/spacer.gif> <http://www.nytimes.com/adx/bin/adx_remote.html?type=noscript&page=emailthis .nytimes.com/openrate&posall=Bottom1&pos=Bottom1&query=qstring&keywords=>

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BB members in the news
by Frank Gmeindl 01 Jun '09

01 Jun '09

Betsy and gunnar on the Front page of VeloNews: http://velonews.com/article/92650/bishop-outfoxes-a-small-group-in-the-fina… Frank

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Next week's Bicycle Board meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 31 May '09

31 May '09

Bicycle Board Members, Please reply ASAP with any recommended agenda items for our next Thursday, 6/4 meeting. Attached is a preliminary draft. With your reply, please include the desired outcome of your topic and the amount of time that you estimate to achieve the desired outcome. Also, kudos to Chip for making a mock up of the post-and-loop bicycle parking device and kudos to Chip, Derek, gunnar and Marilyn for taking photos of each and every downtown bicycle parking space and getting them up on the City's web site: http://www.morgantown.com/bike-board-documents/tm/index.htm . Please contact Chip if you have any comments on the racks or their locations. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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[Fwd: RE: rail trail closed for a year?]
by Frank Gmeindl 30 May '09

30 May '09

Bicycle Board, What, if anything, does the Bicycle Board want to do about this? Closing the rail-trail between Deckers Creek and the Star City bridge for a year to install a second sewer line. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ -------- Original Message -------- Subject: RE: rail trail closed for a year? Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 10:42:47 -0400 From: Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> To: Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>,<wileya120(a)gmail.com>, 'Robert Anderson' <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>, 'Bill Reger-Nash' <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu> CC: Mark Wise <mwise(a)BOPARC.org>, Daniel Boroff <dboroff(a)cityofmorgantown.org>, <ella(a)montrails.org>,Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net>, Jon Weems <jweems(a)wvu.edu> References: <4A1B9F9A02000013008C0CFF(a)newgwia.hsc.wvu.edu> <D602B22211244ACE9DC5DB24C73F01B8@donhome> Thank you for the update, Don. I look forward to discussion of this matter, hopefully with BOPARC, MUB, and Arboretum representatives at the next Pedestrian Safety Board meeting, Monday June 8 4-5:30 at the Public Safety Building. I think the Board should get accurate project information before making any public comment. Have fun. Be active. Christiaan >>> "Don Spencer" <dspencer36(a)comcast.net> 5/28/2009 10:30 AM >>> Hi, All - Just to bring you up to date on this issue a bit...City Council is requesting that there be a community meeting on this issue sometime during the month of June. It will be important that Christiaan's views and the views of others on how the construction plan should be formulated can be expressed and perhaps discussed. I suspect that the date for the meeting will be announced on by June 2 at the Council meeting. Also, MUB announced that coordination of some concerns about the trail will be handled by BOPARC. It is hoped that BOPARC will put together a meeting to discuss trail construction which will include the MRTC, the WVU Arboretum, as well as the Pedestrian Safety Board and perhaps the Bicycle Board as well. Don -----Original Message----- From: Robert Anderson [mailto:randerson@hsc.wvu.edu] Sent: Tuesday, May 26, 2009 7:52 AM To: wileya120(a)gmail.com; Bill Reger-Nash; Christiaan Abildso Cc: dspencer36(a)comcast.net; ella(a)montrails.org Subject: Re: rail trail closed for a year? I am in Chas today and tomorrow so I will miss tonight as well. Christiaan has a great point, namely that shutting down the entire length of trail for a year is not acceptable. Instead, one section at a time. Just like is done when a road has to be repaired or expanded. Bob Robert H. Anderson Deputy Director Prevention Research Center PO Box 9190 3820 HSC South West Virginia University Morgantown, WV 26506 304-293-1828 304-293-8624 (fax) 304-376-5299 (cell) >>> "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> 05/25/09 10:36 PM >>> Sorry all, have an afternoon meeting in Charleston tomorrow so I probably won't be back in time. I do not have a formal letter, but I suggest we ask MUB to approach the trail improvements as if they are working on a road...working one section at a time and offering detours. For example, work on the following segments with detours: 1) Decker's Creek to Stansbury with a detour out to Beechurst and back on behind Stansbury 2) Stansbury to 8th St...again detour out onto Beechurst 3) 8th St to Arb service entrance...detour to service road along river? Bill suggested this may be a possibility with funds for crushed stone??? 4) Arb service road to Star City sewage treatment plant...again, service road usable? Nothing formal yet, but that's my initial thought for discussion of feasibility. Let's treat the trail as if it's a road...not revolutionary, but beneficial for the community. I'm including Ella. I'm sure she's interested/better informed than we are. Christiaan >>> Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com> 5/25/2009 9:53 PM >>> I know Don will obviously be there tomorrow; but I think I am free -- so I will try and attend in order to represent us. Christiaan -- if you typed something up to send by now, could you forward it to me, so I have consistent talking points? Or maybe I'll see you there! Let me know. On Mon, May 25, 2009 at 4:07 PM, Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu> wrote: > Don, > > As always, I appreciate your input. Thank you. > > I appreciate that this is an important and major project for the community, > but there is a service road (between the trail and the river) that might be > put into service during the rail trail down time. > > Bill > > > > WV Walks - 30 minutes or more daily > Feel the power of half an hour! > > Bill Reger-Nash, Ed.D > Professor of Community Medicine > West Virginia University School of Medicine > Morgantown WV 26506-9190 > Phone: 304/293-0763 > Fax: 304/293-6685 > > Dept. web page: http://www.hsc.wvu.edu/som/cmed > BRN's web page: http://www.hsc.wvu.edu/som/cmed/wreger/ > > > > > >>> "Don Spencer" <dspencer36(a)comcast.net> 5/25/2009 12:35 AM >>> > Bill - The MUB planning will be discussed at City council on Tuesday, May > 26. The information that I have received on the trail closing thus far is > even more disturbing than what Jon has reported. I am sure that there will > be some negotiation in the planning which will result from the City Council > Review. This is a major project for the community. > > Don > > -----Original Message----- > From: Bill Reger-Nash [mailto:wreger@hsc.wvu.edu] > Sent: Friday, May 22, 2009 10:25 AM > To: dspencer36(a)comcast.net; Angela Wiley; Robert Anderson; Christiaan > Abildso > Subject: Re: Fwd: railtrail closed for a year? > > Christiaan et al, > > I suggest we invite MUB and Boparc to our June meet to discuss this issue. > They are scheduled to begin on Jan 1, 2010 and finish by Dec 31, 2010. > > There is a service road between the rail trail and the river. Perhaps that > could be covered roughly with fine gravel. > > Bill > > WV Walks - 30 minutes or more daily > Feel the power of half an hour! > > Bill Reger-Nash, Ed.D > Professor of Community Medicine > West Virginia University School of Medicine > Morgantown WV 26506-9190 > Phone: 304/293-0763 > Fax: 304/293-6685 > > Dept. web page: http://www.hsc.wvu.edu/som/cmed > BRN's web page: http://www.hsc.wvu.edu/som/cmed/wreger/ > > > > > >>> "Christiaan Abildso" <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu> 5/22/2009 10:13 > AM >>> > All - > I'm going to craft a response that I hope will stimulate a discussion with > us, the Bike Board, MUB & the Arb. > > Events that will be affected: Moutaineer Triathlon, Sprint Splash & Spin > Triathlon, Twilight 5-miler...they all use that section of the trail. > > >>> "Robert Anderson" <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu> 5/22/2009 9:08 AM >>> > Very bad. For some people near one end or the other they can manage, if not > as well as they like. But for many, many others, this ruins things for > them. > What is the position of the rail trail people. Does MUB have the legal > authority to do this without getting anyone's OK? > > >>> Bill Reger-Nash 5/21/2009 4:03 PM >>> > The following message comes from Jon Weems of the WVU Arboretum. It > appears > to me that pedestrian advocates should express displeasure for this > proposed > lack of accommodation. If they were to close a street down for a year, ... > well, it just would never happen. > > Bill > > > > >Subject: Arboretum sewer line > >Date: Thu, 21 May 2009 10:19:52 -0400 > >From: "Jonathan Weems" <Jonathan.Weems(a)mail.wvu.edu> > > > >I met with three MUB engineers this Monday and learned more about > >the new sewer line going through the Arboretum. It will be a 36 inch > >diameter pressure line, installed along the ditch line on the uphill > >side of the rail-trail. It will supplement but not replace the old > >gravity line along the downhill side of the rail-trail. > > > >This is to be built with stimulus money during the calendar year > >2010. The rail-trail will be closed from Decker's Creek to the > >sewage treatment plant by the Star City bridge for the year. After > >the sewer line is complete MUB will repave the rail-trail, widening > >it to 12 feet where possible and installing some paved turnouts on > >the downhill side of the rail-trail. The turnouts will be places > >where folks can get out of the flow (sorry, accidental bad pun) if > >they want to stop for a while. > > > >This new line will be well within the old railroad right-of-way and > >also within the MEA power line right-of-way. It will be within the > >area the railroad used to brush-hog and spray with herbicides. Lots > >of saplings, a few trees up to 6 inches in diameter, and no larger > >trees will need to be removed. > > > >I told the engineers I didn't know of any current research projects > >that would be disturbed by the work planned. They said they thought > >they would be able to keep the three Arboretum trail crossings (of > >the rail-trail) open during construction. We all identified the flat > >place below the old landslide as an obvious spot for a turnout. I > >also suggested one near the bottom of the Service Road where the > >bike rack is located. Some turnouts outside the Arboretum will be > >landscaped, but evidently not within the Arboretum. I said we > >wouldn't want exotic plants used in any event. > > > >Overall, I see this sewer line construction as a major disruption > >for rail-trail users but less of a disruption for Arboretum > >visitors. If we get a turnout with benches and a bike rack at the > >bottom of the Service Road I think we should install an interpretive > >sign inviting rail-trailers to explore Arboretum trails on foot. > > > >They agreed we should have an on-site meeting later this year, once > >detailed specs have been developed and locations staked out. > > > >This is a rush job, the time line driven by the stimulus money. If > >we have major concerns or suggestions it would be good to > >communicate them early on. > > > >Thank you, > > > > > > > >Jon Weems > > > >Arboretum Specialist > >WVU Department of Biology > >Morgantown, WV 26506-6057 > > > >304-293-5201 ext. 31547 > > > >jweems(a)wvu.edu > >

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Bike Board Resignation
by John Lozier 30 May '09

30 May '09

All, I want to congratulate Frank and all of you for the fine work that has been done by the Bike Board. Also, as I announced at our last meeting, I must resign from the board. I will of course continue to walk, bike, and advocate for transportation alternatives here in Morgantown. Specifically, I will be involved in Uphill Struggle again, set for August 8, under the umbrella of Bill Reger-Nash's "Year of Active Transport. I hope Bike Board will help to encourage this event. Thanks for all the work you are doing. John Lozier "It's an UPHILL STRUGGLE to get folks to think of bikes as TRANSPORTATION"

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: FW: NYTimes.com: Bike Messenger
by director 30 May '09

30 May '09

Jim, Thanks for the tip. We actually have this book on the reading rack at Positive Spin if anyone wants to look at it. We also have the book "Human Powered Home" showing how to make various pedal-powered machines, generators, etc. Anyone can stop by any time to check them out (M-S 9-5 call first though). Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Jim Rye" <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu> Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 09:26:39 -0400 >BOOKS / SUNDAY BOOK REVIEW | May 31, 2009 >Bike <http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/31/books/review/Byrne-t.html?emc=eta1> >Messenger >By DAVID BYRNE >An argument for commuters to ditch the car in favor of the bicycle, for the >sake of cities and health alike. > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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WVU Biking/Walking Brochure
by Frank Gmeindl 30 May '09

30 May '09

Bicycle Board Members, Please Reply-All with your recommendations for the attached draft brouchure that Hugh Kierig sent me for use at student orientation, transportation week, employee functions, and fall move in regarding biking and walking. Please review, edit, and make any suggestions that would be helpful. It is a three fold that they are planning. Hugh would like to include some connecting web sites that promote both modes. Also, there is a section for preferred walking and biking routes that they need some guidance on so any information would be helpful. I ask you to Reply-All to to Reply-All to perhaps incite some synergy and creativity as well as links and preferred bicycle routes. Thanks for any help that you can give. On behalf of Hugh, Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Re: [Bikeboard] [Fwd: WVU Biking/Walking Brochure]
by director 30 May '09

30 May '09

Frank, Thanks for passing this on. I would suggest taking a look at the Positive Spin tri-fold brochures for some additional information. They are at these links: http://www.positivespin.org/PS_LawBrochure.pdf - Morgantown and WV bike law (includes advice to drivers for sharing the road safely) http://www.positivespin.org/PS_EconBrochure.pdf - economic and health benefits of bicycling (and walking) Thanks. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 17:42:44 -0400 > > >-------- Original Message -------- >Subject: WVU Biking/Walking Brochure >Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 07:54:11 -0400 >From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> >To: Bicycle Board <bikeboard(a)cheat.org> > > > >Bicycle Board Members, > >Please Reply-All with your recommendations for the attached draft >brouchure that Hugh Kierig sent me for use at student orientation, >transportation week, employee functions, and fall move in regarding >biking and walking. Please review, edit, and make any suggestions that >would be helpful. It is a three fold that they are planning. > >Hugh would like to include some connecting web sites that promote both >modes. Also, there is a section for preferred walking and biking routes >that they need some guidance on so any information would be helpful. > >I ask you to Reply-All to to Reply-All to perhaps incite some synergy >and creativity as well as links and preferred bicycle routes. > >Thanks for any help that you can give. > >On behalf of Hugh, > >Frank >/Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Results of Bike to Work Week, Morgantown
by Jim Rye 29 May '09

29 May '09

BIKE TO WORK WEEK, MORGANTOWN "WE CAN" was the response from 25 Morgantown area employees who planned to bike commute to work at least twice (and most, daily) during the week of May 11-15. Distances ranged from 2 to 28 miles for the daily commute and 4 to 80 miles for the entire week. Over the entire week, this group planned to bike commute to work 826 miles, which would result in: -saving approximately 41 gallons of gasoline (by leaving their cars at home) -reducing carbon dioxide auto emissions by 826 lbs -burning almost 24,000 additional food Calories, equal to what are found in about 7 lbs of body fat "CAN WE" make a difference? You bet. Consider this: -If our group maintained this bicycle commuting for a full year, this would conserve over 2,100 gallons of gasoline and reduce carbon dioxide auto emissions by over 21 tons. -What if our group size increase of bicycle commuters increased from 25 to 250? Over a year, we'd save over 21,000 gallons of gasoline and 210 tons of carbon dioxide emissions. WEIGHT, THERE'S MORE...about those Calories in the 7 lb of adipose tissue burned by our WE CAN commuters: -Over a year, this is the equivalent of over 14 lb per person. -Over 5 years, this type of healthy behavior could prevent the gain or facilitate the loss of almost 70 lb in an individual. Oh...in case you think you're too old: Our WE CAN commuters were far from "spring chickens," with over 30% in the 50-70 year old range. Over 60% of the participants now plan to bicycle commute to work more frequently. Here's some of what they told us: "Would love more events to educate bikers and drivers about proper use of the roads." "I enjoyed every bit of commuting last week. I usually commute 2-3 times a week by bike, but last week I made it all five days. Bike-To-Work week motivated me...and I will try to do this more!" "Having a designated week reminds people to give it a try and it lets them know how easy it is. I think people feel more comfortable biking to work if others are as well!" "It would probably be good to promote an event like this again in the fall promoting active transportation for the students as well." -"I would like to see WVU require parking tags for all parking areas and only issue these tags to students who live further than 3 miles to either campus (or with a legitimate medical waiver)....there would be a tremendous decrease in traffic congestion in Morgantown and much greater use of public transit, walking, PRT and cycling." "Every week is bike to work week. Solve the traffic problem by parking your car and biking everywhere"... ...and if so, imagine a Morgantown with little traffic congestion during "rush hour," better air quality, a healthier citizenry...the bicycle really IS a magnificent piece of technology to solve much of what ails us! Jim Rye Professor Science Education Dept C&I/LS College of Human Resources & Education West Virginia University PO Box 6122 604L Allen Hall Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 Phone: (304) 293-4416 Fax: (304) 293-3802 Email: jim.rye(a)mail.wvu.edu Web Page: http://depts.hre.wvu.edu/c&ils/currinst/rye.html Are YOU waitin' for the world to change? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPOBMzMTP4U ECAS/HRE NSF-Supported WV Watershed Dynamics Project http://www.wvscience.org/wvwatershed/

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Re: [Bikeboard] WVU Biking/Walking Brochure
by Chip Wamsley 28 May '09

28 May '09

---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl(a)verizon.net> Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 07:54:11 -0400 Hey folks, Lots of good generic info, but what is the policy for keeping bikes at the dorms? I get that question at the shop from lots of prospective students. The benefits for being green and being healthier are true everywhere, but in Morgantown with our congested traffic "bikes are faster than cars". In the early 70's, a shop I was affiliated with and a local radio station had a race from the Evansdale campus to the downtown campus on a Friday afternoon and the bike won. Chip Wamsley >Bicycle Board Members, > >Please Reply-All with your recommendations for the attached draft >brouchure that Hugh Kierig sent me for use at student orientation, >transportation week, employee functions, and fall move in regarding >biking and walking. Please review, edit, and make any suggestions that >would be helpful. It is a three fold that they are planning. > >Hugh would like to include some connecting web sites that promote both >modes. Also, there is a section for preferred walking and biking routes >that they need some guidance on so any information would be helpful. > >I ask you to Reply-All to to Reply-All to perhaps incite some synergy >and creativity as well as links and preferred bicycle routes. > >Thanks for any help that you can give. > >On behalf of Hugh, > >Frank >/Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ > > >

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Fwd: Bike to work week - How employers can help
by Jim Rye 19 May '09

19 May '09

Dear All, Thanks very much for your help with our Bike to Work week efforts http://wecan.wvu.edu/biketowork . I am hoping that last week was just the beginning of a sustained effort (e.g., see url below) to realize "Morgantown as a bicycle commuter city" http://www.treehugger.com/files/2009/05/biking-to-work-day-how-to-tips-get-… BICYCLE COMMUTER BENEFITS ACT: I recently learned from Nick Hein about one strategy that WVU and other employers could adopt towards sustaining the bike to work effort: Effective January 1, 2009, commuter cyclists can be reimbursed by their employers $20 per month as part of the Bicycle Commuter Benefits Act signed into law October 2008. See http://bicycling.about.com/od/advocacy/tp/bike_commuter_benefit.htm COULD WVU BE THE FIRST MORGANTOWN EMPLOYER TO PUT THIS IN ACTION? Jim Rye Professor Science Education Dept C&I/LS College of Human Resources & Education West Virginia University PO Box 6122 604L Allen Hall Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 Phone: (304) 293-4416 Fax: (304) 293-3802 Email: jim.rye(a)mail.wvu.edu Web Page: http://depts.hre.wvu.edu/c&ils/currinst/rye.html Are YOU waitin' for the world to change? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPOBMzMTP4U ECAS/HRE NSF-Supported WV Watershed Dynamics Project http://www.wvscience.org/wvwatershed/ >>> "director" <director(a)positivespin.org> 5/18/2009 6:14 PM >>> Jim, Employers can take a $20/mo tax credit for each commuter cyclist, and pass it on to the employee if they choose. It can be administered through the HR dept, or through a subcontractor (like CommuteCheck, about whom I sent earlier messages). Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Jim Rye" <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu> Date: Mon, 18 May 2009 16:18:27 -0400 >Nick, thanks. I do! What do you know about this (clipped from what you >just sent), as it sounds also like a great wellness incentive: > > *Show Us the Money: It also can't hurt to offer financial incentives >for ditching driving. Employers can institute the recently adopted >monthly $20 tax rebate for cyclists, or go further.*???? > > > > > >>>> "director" <director(a)positivespin.org> 5/14/2009 10:10 PM >>> >Jim, >I just read this on TreeHugger, thought you'd like it. >http://www.treehugger.com/files/2009/05/how-to-create-bike-friendly-office-… > > >Nick > > >-- >Nick Hein LCI# 1705 >Director, Positive Spin >2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L >Morgantown, WV >ph 304-276-0213 >-- > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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May minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 19 May '09

19 May '09

Attached, please find the the minutes of the May BB meeting.

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FW: Bike to work forms....
by Derek Springston 18 May '09

18 May '09

Hey guys, If you biked to work last week in the Morgantown area, here is the online form to fill in for your Bike-To-Work week mileage. Did anyone else make it every single day? I think it's only open until today, so please get this to your bike commuting friends ASAP!! I'm going to post it on the Mon Bike club site, too. Please forward this on to all of your biking friends who may have commuted last week. The more miles we can report, the better! Post the link below on your forums, facebook, and myspace if possible. Thanks, ~Derek > Date: Mon, 18 May 2009 10:45:25 -0400 > From: Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu > To: guitardeek(a)hotmail.com > Subject: Re: Bike to work forms.... > > Yes, WVU web services is doing that and will send to me tomorrow. pls > note the following and thanks, Derek: > > Folks, The mileage form for bike commuting is open through today > (Monday) for folks who did not get to enter in their commuting mileage > last week. Pls spread the word. Thanks. > http://simpleforms.scripts.wvu.edu/wecan/biketoworkweek > > > >>> Derek Springston <guitardeek(a)hotmail.com> 5/17/2009 10:32 PM >>> > > Hey Jim... > Do you know if anyone is keep track of the Bike-To-work forms? I was > under the understanding that someone would be tallying everyone's miles > for the community, but it wasn't clear on the website. > > ~Derek > > _________________________________________________________________ > Hotmail* goes with you. > http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/Mobile?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutoria… _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail® has a new way to see what's up with your friends. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/WhatsNew?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutor…

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Re: [Bikeboard] bike to work survey open through MONDAY
by Jim Rye 18 May '09

18 May '09

Folks, The mileage form for bike commuting is open through today (Monday) for folks who did not get to enter in their commuting mileage last week. Pls spread the word. Thanks. http://simpleforms.scripts.wvu.edu/wecan/biketoworkweek >>> Traci Liebig 5/18/2009 8:19 AM >>> Sure. Reopened. >>> Jim Rye 5/16/2009 8:08 AM >>> Traci, can you please make available the survey through Monday. Perhaps some are like me and did not get a chance to enter their miles on friday. Thank you.

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Fwd:How is my commute?
by Jim Rye 15 May '09

15 May '09

An appropriate message to forward on National Bike to Work Day. But bicycle riding is not necessary to take some action on this. Jim Rye Professor and Interim Associate Research Dean College of Human Resources & Education Dept of Curriculum & Instruction/ Literacy Studies West Virginia University PO Box 6122 604 Allen Hall Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 jim.rye(a)mail.wvu.edu Cell: (304) 692-0982 Phone: (304) 293-4416 Fax: (304) 293-3802 Are YOU waitin' for the world to change? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPOBMzMTP4U >>> "Ilana Preuss, Transportation for America" <info(a)t4america.org> 5/15/2009 9:25 AM >>> Dear james, It's okay. You can say it. "My commute sucks." Feel a little better already, don't you? There's more relief where that came from - at our new website, http://www.MyCommuteSucks.org. Look, with see-sawing gas prices, crazy crowded streets, and noxious fumes - who would love their commute? We're breaking out from the mold a bit on this one, we know. But we think it's worth it to give Americans all over the country - in big cities, small towns, and everything in between - a chance to let it all out and tell Congress exactly what we feel. Visit our new website at http://www.MyCommuteSucks.org and tell Congress: "My commute sucks and it's not getting any better. Stop pouring billions into a broken system. Transportation shouldn't be an expensive, dirty burden. Fix it, clean it, make it work!" At http://www.MyCommuteSucks.org, you can get in touch with Congress, vent your daily frustrations, upload photos and video, read and rate the stories of other troubled commuters, and learn more about how the transportation policy they cook up in Washington affects the lives of so many millions of people, whether they drive, ride, or walk their way to work, school, appointments, and life. Letting it all out is the first step to changing the system...getting personal with Congress comes next. Rage against your ride, then help us turn the tide! Sincerely, Ilana Preuss Outreach and Field Director Transportation for America P.S. You can let it all out while you're on the go, too. If you're a Twitter user, just include #mycommutesucks in your rage-filled tweets. We'll stream them live on our homepage!

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Bike to Work article on TreeHugger
by director 14 May '09

14 May '09

Good evening, Check this out from today's TreeHugger. http://www.treehugger.com/files/2009/05/biking-to-work-day-how-to-tips-get-… Nick -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike to Work article
by director 14 May '09

14 May '09

John, Thanks! I've added that link under "Local Media" in the Positive Spin website. If anyone else has local stories about Bike to Work Week please send them to me and I'll add those too. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: John Lozier <jl(a)harpingforharmony.org> Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 09:07:09 -0400 >http://olive.dominionpost.com/Repository/ml.asp? >Ref=RFBvc3QvMjAwOS8wNS8xMiNBcjAwOTAw&Mode=Gif&Locale=english-skin-custom > >On May 13, 2009, at 10:12 PM, director wrote: > >> John, >> Can you make a link to the DP article about Bike to Work week so I >> can put it on the Positive Spin web page? >> >> Thanks. >> Nick >> >> >> -- >> Nick Hein LCI# 1705 >> Director, Positive Spin >> 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L >> Morgantown, WV >> ph 304-276-0213 >> --<Bike to Work Article.docx> > >John Lozier, Executive Director >Harping for Harmony Foundation >345 Virginia Avenue >Morgantown, WV 26505 >304 599 8233 >http://www.harpingforharmony.org >Harmony and Community, Locally and Globally, through Harp Music > > > > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Fwd: April minutes
by Elizabeth Shogren 14 May '09

14 May '09

Please enjoy the attached minutes from the April meeting. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Shogren, Elizabeth (CDC/NIOSH/DRDS) <edz4(a)cdc.gov> Date: Thu, Apr 23, 2009 at 11:39 AM Subject: April minutes To: Elizabeth Shogren <elizabeth.schauer(a)gmail.com>

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Bicycle Parking Spreadsheet...
by Derek Springston 12 May '09

12 May '09

Hey guys, Here is the Bicycle Parking spreadsheet I promised last night. Please take a look at it and suggest other racks that you may know of. Of course, if you happen to be out and have a GPS unit, get some points for me! However, just a verbal description would be great, too!! ~Derek _________________________________________________________________ Insert movie times and more without leaving Hotmail®. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/QuickAdd?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutor…

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Re: [Bikeboard] FWD: Encourage A Healthy Life Style In Your Employees - Offer the Commuter Check for Bicycling
by Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board 11 May '09

11 May '09

Thanks for the information Nick and Jim. I've looked at the text in the federal bill and I believe that an individual employer must decide to offer the $20 credit as a commuter benefit. I don't have the text of the bill in front of me, but that is how I remember it. We should all be lobbying our employers to offer the bike commuting incentive! Christiaan Walk 30 minutes a day! Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board Christiaan Abildso, Chair Bill Reger-Nash, Vice Chair Angela Wiley, Secretary ________________________________ From: director <director(a)positivespin.org> To: bikeboard(a)cheat.org; Jonathan Rosenbaum <freesource(a)cheat.org>; Don Spencer <dspencer36(a)comcast.net>; John Gaddis <jgaddis(a)gaddisconsulting.com>; Dwight Harshbarger <dwight.harshbarger(a)gmail.com>; Sarah Bias <sarahbias(a)gmail.com>; Tom Bias <tombias(a)gmail.com>; Angela Wiley <wileya120(a)gmail.com>; Matt Cross <crossnyc(a)hotmail.com>; Jenny Selin <jselin(a)hotmail.com>; Ilana Chertok <ichertok(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Martha Summers <msummers(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Bob Anderson <randerson(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Bill Reger-Nash <wreger(a)hsc.wvu.edu>; Christiaan Abildso <Christiaan.Abildso(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Gabe Nardi <GANardi(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Hugh Kierig <Hugh.Kierig(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Stanley Cohen <Stanley.Cohen(a)mail.wvu.edu>; Jon Bond <jbond3(a)mix.wvu.edu>; Ella Belling <ella(a)montrails.org>; Nick Hein <info(a)positivespin.org>; Jim Hunt <jimhunt(a)sunnysideupwv.org>; George Lilley <mgranlil(a)verizon.net>; Susan Eason <susanchris(a)verizon.net>; Dave Harshbarger <harshbargerd(a)wvuh.com>; Jimmie Simmons <Jsimmons2642(a)yahoo.com>; Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board <walkmgw(a)yahoo.com> Sent: Friday, May 8, 2009 1:20:21 PM Subject: FWD: Encourage A Healthy Life Style In Your Employees - Offer the Commuter Check for Bicycling Good afternoon, I received this email yesterday, this may be something to circulate to employers. It appears that you sign up and they handle all of the red tape to make sure that bike commuters get at least $20/month for reducing transportation costs. In case the graphics don't come through you can read the information at this link... http://www.commutercheck.com/employers/cco.aspx Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Commuter Check" <Commuter_Check(a)mail.vresp.com> Reply-To: "Commuter Check" <reply-a7eb991577-71fc980bf3-d107(a)u.cts.vresp.com> Date: Tue, 05 May 2009 15:15:33 +0000 Commuter Check for Bicycling Help your employees help the environment just by riding their bicycle to work. Bicycling to work is good for your employees because they: â€¢ Are generally healthier and take less sick time â€¢ Arrive on time and are not as frazzled by morning traffic jams â€¢ Begin their day more alert and productive from early morning exercise Bicycling to work is good for your business because: â€¢ Less parking required â€¢ Overall savings on long-term health benefits â€¢ Good for corporate social responsibility The Commuter Check for Bicycling is Endorsed by the League of American Bicyclist. The Commuter Check for Bicycling program supports the expansion of the Qualified Transportation Fringe Benefit - IRS Tax Code Section 132(f) â€“ that allows employers to offer as a subsidy of $20.00 per month to their employees who ride their bicycles to work to pay for bicycle commuting costs. Bicycle commuting costs include the cost of bicycles, bicycling equipment, accessories, and bicycle storage costs. Today, businesses nationwide are making a positive impact for their employees, the environment, and their bottom line. Join the Revolution! Offer your Employees the Commuter Check for Bicycling Today! www.commutercheck..com [http://cts.vresp.com/c/?AccorServicesUSA/a7eb991577/71fc980bf3/c929d27e36] 1.800.531.2828Â Â Â |Â Â Â Accor Services USAÂ Â Â |Â Â Â 51 Water Street Watertown, MA 02472 ______________________________________________________________________ If you no longer wish to receive these emails, simply click on the following link: http://cts.vresp.com/u?a7eb991577/71fc980bf3/mlpftw ______________________________________________________________________ Click below to forward this email to a friend: http://oi.vresp.com/f2af/v4/send_to_friend.html?ch=a7eb991577&lid=147150508… ______________________________________________________________________ This message was sent by Commuter Check using VerticalResponse Accor Services USA 51 Water Street Watertown, Massachusetts 02472 US Read the VerticalResponse marketing policy: http://www.verticalresponse.com/content/pm_policy.html -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Fwd: Bike to Work Web site; Participation
by Jim Rye 09 May '09

09 May '09

Hi Jonathan, I think you are the moderator? Anyway, I received an email stating that it was waiting for the moderator to release this. Also, my work email constantly spams material from the bike board. Can you add in my other email and drop the jim.rye(a)mail.wvu.edu. My other email is jimrye_adelphia1(a)comcast.net Thanks very much Jim Rye Professor and Interim Associate Research Dean College of Human Resources & Education Dept of Curriculum & Instruction/ Literacy Studies West Virginia University PO Box 6122 604 Allen Hall Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 jim.rye(a)mail.wvu.edu Cell: (304) 692-0982 Phone: (304) 293-4416 Fax: (304) 293-3802 Are YOU waitin' for the world to change? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPOBMzMTP4U >>> "Jim Rye" <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu> 5/8/2009 10:50 AM >>> ** High Priority ** Dear All: Here is our link for Bike to Work week: http://wecan.wvu.edu/biketowork (Some last minute corrections are in process) Note especially near the bottom: JOIN THE FUN. There will be a link that becomes active NEXT Friday for bike commuters to enter their commuting mileage. If you commute by bicycle to work at all, PLEASE enter your mileage (even if you only commute on one day). If you have access to a listserv and can forward this information and encourage participation, that would be great!!! _______________________________________________ Bikeboard mailing list Bikeboard(a)cheat.org http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard

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Re: [Bikeboard] Bike to Work Web site; Participation
by director 08 May '09

08 May '09

Jim, et al, I've also forwarded the link to the League's website for inclusion on their list of resources and events. Notably, Morgantown has the ONLY entries for WV. Last week I was called by the Center for Disease Control about it, they wanted to direct their Morgantown employees to it as part of their corporate wellness initiative. Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Jim Rye" <Jim.Rye(a)mail.wvu.edu> Date: Fri, 08 May 2009 10:50:18 -0400 >** High Priority ** > >Dear All: Here is our link for Bike to Work week: http://wecan.wvu.edu/biketowork (Some last minute corrections are in process) > >Note especially near the bottom: JOIN THE FUN. There will be a link that becomes active NEXT Friday for bike commuters to enter their commuting mileage. If you commute by bicycle to work at all, PLEASE enter your mileage (even if you only commute on one day). > >If you have access to a listserv and can forward this information and encourage participation, that would be great!!! > > > > -- Nick Hein LCI# 1705 Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Bike to Work Web site; Participation
by Jim Rye 08 May '09

08 May '09

** High Priority ** Dear All: Here is our link for Bike to Work week: http://wecan.wvu.edu/biketowork (Some last minute corrections are in process) Note especially near the bottom: JOIN THE FUN. There will be a link that becomes active NEXT Friday for bike commuters to enter their commuting mileage. If you commute by bicycle to work at all, PLEASE enter your mileage (even if you only commute on one day). If you have access to a listserv and can forward this information and encourage participation, that would be great!!!

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[Fwd: RE: Agenda for Thursday's Bicycle Board Meeting]
by Frank Gmeindl 07 May '09

07 May '09

Bicycle Board Members, I think you will thoroughly enjoy Don Spencer's report of his trip to Portland OR (a platinum level bicycle friendly community) and his photos. Unfortunately, Don will be out of town tonight and not able to attend the bicycle board meeting. After reading his report and looking at his photos, please let me know if you'd like me to arrange a special meeting to discuss these with him. (BTW, the photos are incorrectly labeled "Orlando". That should be "Portland".) Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/ / /

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Deadline is tomorrow, 5/7
by Frank Gmeindl 06 May '09

06 May '09

Bicycle Board Members, Please call Alan Mollohan today or tomorrow to support Complete Streets. (After that, it's too late.) In DC: Representative Alan B. Mollohan 2346 Rayburn HOB Washington DC, 20515-4801 Phone: 202-225-4172 Fax: 202-225-7564 www.house.gov/mollohan <http://www.house.gov/mollohan> In Morgantown: Representative Mollohan PO Box 720 Morgantown, WV 26507-0720 Phone: 304-292-3019 *Ask For:* Transportation Staffer *Talking Points:* 1) Talking Points: 2) Ask to speak to the staff person that works on transportation issues. (In DC her name is Julie Aronson.) 3) .Please sign Rep. Tauscher's letter in support of complete streets. Paul Schmid in Tauscher's office is the contact. The deadline to sign is close of business, Thursday, May 7th. 4) .Complete streets policies ensure that the needs of all users of the transportation system--motorists, transit vehicles and riders, bicyclists, and pedestrians of all ages and abilities-- are taken into account when streets are built or re-built. Over 90 states and communities already have complete streets policies, which are flexible and cost-effective. 5) .Complete streets improve safety, especially for children and older Americans. And if we are serious about ending our dependence on foreign oil, combating climate change, stemming obesity, and revitalizing communities, we need to build roads designed for all users, not just cars. 6) .Complete Streets don't cost more to build; in fact, they generate revenue by increasing property values and promoting economic development. They save money by reducing transportation and healthcare costs. 7) .Please ask for a response by email or mail, which helps ensure that your comment is passed up the chain of command. *Complete Streets Sign On Letter* *TAKE ACTION TODAY!* <http://capwiz.com/lab/utr/1/MUCDKKUKGX/AXCZKKUKUR/3294635591> Take Action! <http://capwiz.com/lab/utr/1/MUCDKKUKGX/AXCZKKUKUR/3294635591> Ask your Representative to support complete streets in the transportation bill Congresswoman Ellen Tauscher from California is circulating a letter (see attached) for members of the House Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) Committee to sign in support of Complete Streets. The T&I Committee is currently drafting the new 6-year surface transportation authorization bill, which will fund as much as $500 billion in new transportation projects. Representative Tauscher's letter requests that all projects funded with federal dollars incorporate complete streets principles. It is critical that such a massive investment in transportation infrastructure does not ignore the safety of pedestrians, including children, senior citizens, and disabled persons, as well as patrons of public transportation and bicyclists. *We need as many members of the T&I Committee as possible to sign onto Representative Tauscher's letter! Please call your Member's office TODAY and ask them to sign Representative Tauscher's complete streets letter.* ** * For additional background materials about complete streets download our complete streets bill fact sheet <cid:part1.06040905.01090100@verizon.net>and frequently asked questions <cid:part2.05030104.08040702@verizon.net>. * Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Agenda for Thursday's Bicycle Board Meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 05 May '09

05 May '09

Bicycle Board Members, Please find attached, 3 files: 1. The agenda for this Thursday's Bicycle Board meeting. 2. The minutes of our April meeting. 3. A report I intend to present to the Traffic Commission tomorrow, Wednesday. (If you want me to make any changes, please use Track Changes and send it back to me ASAP.) See you Thursday. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Agenda for next week's BB meeting
by Frank Gmeindl 28 Apr '09

28 Apr '09

Bicycle Board Members, Please reply before next Sunday night with any items that you want on the agenda for the May 7 Bicycle Board meeting. Attached is a draft agenda. The new items on it with discussion leaders are: 1. New member confirmation Gmeindl 2. GIS Project Springston 3. Downtown Parking Wamsley 4. Bike Route Map Dickerson 5. Education Grant Gmeindl 6. Shared Lane Markings Bedard 7. WV Cycling Symposium Gmeindl If you have an item for the agenda, please also include a description of the desired outcome of discussing it and an amount of time that you think would be required to achieve the desired outcome. Frank /Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles/

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Impeding traffic
by Frank Gmeindl 27 Apr '09

27 Apr '09

Bob Mionske's article, bicycling.com <http://bicycling.com>: http://bicycling.com/article/0,6610,s1-3-583-19000-1-P,00.html makes interesting reading about impeding traffic, riding two abreast and the challenge that some communities must have in educating police about cyclists rights and the law. I also think it's important to recognize what Mionske says: "Gaining the right to the road was the cycling cause of the late nineteenth century; securing that right will be the cycling cause of the early twenty-first century." Here's Mionske's article for those who hate to go to links only to find that there's nothing there worth reading. Frank *************************************************************************************** Road Rights: The Right to Disobey Cops What do you do when you know your area's bike laws, but the police don't? By Bob Mionske A few months ago, I received a phone call from a cyclist with an incredible story about an incident in Lawrence County, Ohio. Because the cyclist-a guy named Tony Patrick-was in need of an attorney, I hooked him up with Steve Magas, a contributing author to Bicycling & the Law, and a well-known bicycling attorney in Ohio. After hearing Tony's story, Steve took his case. More about that later; first, let me tell you about Tony. Weekdays, Tony runs his small construction company in Huntington, West Virginia. Weeknights, and weekends, Tony, a Cat 2 racer, can often be found hanging out at Jeff's Bike Shop-that is, when he's not out on a training ride, or racing. And that's not unusual; Jeff's Bike Shop is the center of a vibrant racing scene in Huntington, the second-largest city in West Virginia, and the home of Marshall University. That racing scene means regular training rides, all of which start out and end up at Jeff's. There's a ride every other day, each geared to a different set of riders, but the real hammerfest is the Tuesday night ride. That's the ride where the locals try, as Tony puts it, to hurt each other over the course of a 23-34 mile route that takes them across the Ohio River, into the back roads of southern Ohio, before looping back across the river into Huntington. And that's how Tony found himself just outside of Chesapeake, Ohio, one Tuesday night in August of 2008, heading into town to take the bridge back across to Huntington. Tony was riding with "Ryan," a then-16 year old nationally-ranked racer with a 4.2 GPA. ["Ryan" is a pseudonym; I've concealed his identity because he's a minor.] That night, Tony and Ryan were a little tired from a hard training ride the night before, so they decided to take the shorter route. Thus, as they headed into Chesapeake, they were separated from the peloton. Just outside the town limits, they passed the library. Exactly what happened from this point forward is the subject of dispute. Both Tony and Ryan say they were the only two people on the road. But they weren't alone-in the library parking lot was a Lawrence County Sheriff's Deputy. Over the course of several interviews for this story, Tony and Ryan told their side of what happened. The Deputy's account of what happened is contained in his written report of his encounter with the two cyclists, and in his later testimony at a hearing before a judge, nearly five months after the events that occurred on that August evening. Tony and Ryan both say that they saw a Sheriff's car in the parking lot, but did not see anybody in the parking lot. The Deputy had a different story to tell; in both his written report, and his later testimony before a judge, he said that when he first encountered Tony and Ryan, he was approaching them while traveling in the same direction; they were riding two abreast. He noticed that there were two or more vehicles following behind him. He reported following the two cyclists at a speed of about 5-10 miles per hour for about three-fourths of a mile before it was safe to pass them. He later testified that as he passed the cyclists, Tony smiled at him; he testified that he shook his head "no" at Tony, and then, after he had passed the two cyclists, watched in his rearview mirror to see whether the two cyclists went single file, or if the other cars were able to pass despite their riding two abreast. Seeing that neither was the case, he pulled ahead, into the library parking lot, intending to speak to the cyclists because they were "impeding traffic." The Deputy reported that he got out of his vehicle, and as the cyclists approached, he told Tony to pull over, and that Tony replied "I have got as much right to the road as anyone else," and continued riding towards town. The Deputy reported that he then got back in his cruiser, hit the lights and sirens, and continued to follow the two cyclists, giving commands over his public address system, and "at times out the window." Tony and Ryan both recall it differently; Ryan recalls that they were riding two abreast, at about 18 - 20 MPH, and had entered the city limits, where the speed limit is 25 MPH. They heard a car approaching; Tony called "car back," and they singled up. As Tony tells it: "We were riding along, and about 300-400 meters beyond the library, this Sheriff's car suddenly pulled up alongside me and the Deputy rolled down his window and said 'You guys shouldn't be riding in the road.' I responded 'We have as much right to be in the road as you do.'" Now, this is where it gets a little complicated. In West Virginia, as in many states, the law unequivocally states that, "Every person riding a bicycle upon a roadway shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle...." But in Ohio, there is no similar declaration of a cyclist's rights. Ohio law does define a bicycle as a vehicle, however, and so a cyclist has all the rights applicable to other vehicle operators, even if the law doesn't specifically say so. In other words, Tony and Ryan DID have as much right to be in the road as the Deputy, even if it's not explicitly spelled out in the law. Now, this is where it gets a little complicated. In West Virginia, as in many states, the law unequivocally states that, "Every person riding a bicycle upon a roadway shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle...." But in Ohio, there is no similar declaration of a cyclist's rights. Ohio law does define a bicycle as a vehicle, however, and so a cyclist has all the rights applicable to other vehicle operators, even if the law doesn't specifically say so. In other words, Tony and Ryan DID have as much right to be in the road as the Deputy, even if it's not explicitly spelled out in the law. Nevertheless, despite the fact that under Ohio law the two cyclists had a legal right to the road, Tony and Ryan both claim that the Deputy responded to Tony's assertion of that right by yelling "'Get off the f-king road' several times." Months later, at the hearing, when asked whether he had used profanity during his encounter with the cyclists, the Deputy replied "possibly." Both Tony and Ryan claim that the Deputy then attempted to force them off the road with his cruiser; As Ryan recalls: "He was trying to force us off the road with his car, but there was nowhere for us to go. The shoulder was just gravel, and dropped off into a ditch." Both Tony and Ryan say that to keep from being run off the road, Tony quickly pulled ahead while Ryan braked and fell in behind the cruiser. Ryan says that once he was behind the cruiser, the Deputy slammed on his brakes, but Ryan evaded the imminent crash by riding around the cruiser. As Ryan cleared the cruiser, he says the Deputy opened his door and attempted to body-check him, but missed. Ryan caught up with Tony but, significantly, Tony says that Ryan didn't tell him what had just happened; unaware of what had just transpired, Tony continued riding, with Ryan following behind him. Having failed to run the two cyclists off the road, the Deputy got back in his car, and raced ahead. Although he never reported or testified that he attempted to run them off the road, the Deputy did testify that: "At one point, I get in front of them, I tried to put my car up in park to jump out of my car at one of them or something, then they both go around. One goes on this side, the other goes on this side of me. And they continue on up through there." In his written report, the Deputy stated that he pursued the cyclists for almost a mile, and that: "On several occasions the subjects stood up and shaked their butts at me taunting me." Asked about this, Tony confirms that on occasion, they were standing on their pedals, and that the Deputy misinterpreted this as taunting. That misunderstanding aside, the Deputy's observation that the cyclists were standing on their pedals brings into doubt his observation that they were traveling at 5-10 MPH. And in fact, as will be seen, the Deputy's own later testimony would contradict his reported estimation of the cyclists' speed. According to Tony, after the Deputy failed to force them off the road, he raced ahead to the cyclists, and as he caught up with them, hit his lights; he pulled to their right, in the parking lane, and with a profanity-laced tirade, yelled that the two cyclists were under arrest. Tony asked incredulously "What? What are you talking about?" Despite what he felt was a baffling outburst from the Deputy, Tony says that he wanted to pull over, but the Sheriff's cruiser was between him and the shoulder of the road. At this point, according to Ryan, the Deputy raced ahead 300 meters, swung his cruiser around sideways across the lane, partway into an auto sales lot, got out, and assumed a firing stance. Ryan claims that as the two cyclists approached, the Deputy yelled out, "Stop, or I'll shoot." With the Deputy in a shooting stance, the situation was getting dangerously out of control, so Tony says that he and Ryan rode up to the Deputy, intending to stop as he had ordered, "like 'you got me,'" Tony says. They rolled to a stop. At that moment, Tony says, the Deputy fired. Fortunately for Tony, the officer was holding a taser, and not a gun, as Tony at first believed. Only one of the taser's electrodes hit Tony in the side; he was jolted, but not incapacitated, and he grabbed at it, yanking it out. Ryan was behind Tony now, out of taser range, watching in mounting terror as the incident unfolded. With an air of disbelief at what had just happened, Tony nevertheless maintained his composure, saying: "Dude, you just shot me with a taser! That was totally uncalled for!" The deputy had a somewhat different story to tell; he testified that: "I go around them again, get my car stopped, pull over, get out, pull my Taser out of the car, tell them...to stop or I was going to tase them, and then Mr. Patrick tries to cut through the auto parts or auto sales lot." According to the Deputy's testimony, he believed that the two cyclists were attempting to cut through the auto lot to get to the bridge and escape to West Virginia. By now, Tony says he was doing his best to defuse a situation that was rapidly spiraling out of control, but as he explains, the Deputy just kept making the situation worse. Tony says that after the taser had failed to have its desired effect, the Deputy pulled out his telescoping baton, and began swinging at Tony. However, he wasn't having any more luck with his baton than he did with the taser; Tony says the baton failed to open fully, so the Deputy kept flailing away at Tony while trying to grab him and simultaneously attempting to hold up his pants-which were threatening to drop to the ground with each swing. The scene was both comical and deadly serious. At this point, Tony says that he told the Deputy that he was out of control, and behaving unprofessionally, and that Tony was going to sue. According to Tony, the Deputy, "should have said 'get on the ground,' but he never gave me a chance," so Tony did the only thing he could to protect himself-he raised his bike to block the Deputy's blows, while telling him "You need to calm down." As Tony explains, he wanted to get down on the ground to defuse the situation, but doing so, "would have meant getting the hell beat out of me." Faced with a choice of defending himself or taking a beating, Tony says "the situation didn't call for me to get down." Again, the Deputy has a somewhat different account of what happened, in his report, he wrote: "I deployed my Tazer on Anthony Patrick and it had little effect. Both subjects stopped at this point and I gave commands for them to get on the ground. Both subjects did not. I attempted to grab Patrick and he pulled away. He then moved away from me and picked up his bike to try and throw at me or hit me. I pulled my Asp baton and ordered him to put the bike down. At this time he did." And then things went from bad to worse. Sometime during the altercation the Chesapeake, Ohio police showed up, and as Tony and the Deputy struggled, Tony was tased again, this time, by the Chesapeake police. According to the Deputy's report, the tasing occurred as "Patrick lunged at me," while according to Tony and Ryan, the second tasing occurred as Tony was resisting the Deputy's attempts to beat him. Unlike the first tasing, however, this time, the taser connected; as Tony tells it, "I shoot up on my toes like a ballerina, then fall over like a log." He landed on his right elbow, and hit his head hard enough to crack his helmet. "If I hadn't been wearing my helmet," Tony notes, "I would have cracked my head open." Ryan says that at this point, with Tony now laying on the ground, the officer tased Tony a third time. In notes he made shortly after the incident, Ryan says that Tony was tased a total of five times by Chesapeake Police officers; Tony says we was tased "repeatedly." The Deputy's report states that: "He went to the ground and we kept giving him commands to stay down and he tried to get up and he was Tazed for the second time. He finally became compliant and he was handcuffed." Meanwhile, Ryan had been waiting quietly nearby, watching the entire surreal scene play out before him; now, as the officers were tasing and cuffing Tony, Ryan tried to call his mother to let her know what was going on. As he was making the call, somebody shouted "Watch out for the other guy!" Taking heed of that warning, one officer kicked the phone out of Ryan's hand, just as he connected with his mother; the phone went flying, and shattered when it hit the pavement. The officer then slammed Ryan face-first to the ground and handcuffed him. At the other end of the connection, Ryan's mother heard him say, "Mom!...Mom!..." and the sound of sirens in the background, and then the impact of the phone hitting the pavement, before it shattered and the connection went dead. Not knowing what had happened, Ryan says she was absolutely terrified by the call. Meanwhile, back at the arrest scene, Ryan complained that his handcuffs were too tight; he says that one of the officers remarked, "You should have thought of that before being a smart ass." That seemed to be a common theme with the officers. As Tony recalls, the law enforcement officers were "extremely unprofessional," making repeated remarks about "smart asses." Tony says that he informed them that he would be suing, and one of the officers responded, "We'll see who gets sued." Tony was then taken to the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office for processing, but when Ryan informed the officers that he was 16, they took him to the Chesapeake Police Department, and removed the handcuffs once he was there. It is still unclear why they didn't book him in Lawrence County's office. According to both Tony and Ryan, their bikes--Tony rides a $7,500 Specialized Tarmac SL, Ryan rides a $6,000 AeroCat--were left behind on the pavement by the departing officers. Despite these allegations of a total lack of care taken by the law enforcement officers involved, the bikes weren't stolen; a bystander who recognized Tony called a mutual friend, and the friend came and got the bikes, and then went to the police station where Ryan was being held. Ryan's parents showed up soon after. Needless to say, they were furious about what had happened to their son, so, according to Tony, the Deputy took it upon himself to lecture Ryan's parents about their son: "Let me tell you what your son is about. I'm on my way to a burglary, and these guys were impeding me from getting there." Let that sink in for a moment. The Deputy was on his way to a burglary, but he had time to tase and beat a cyclist because he was "impeding" the Deputy by riding on the road? That lecture didn't make sense to Ryan's parents, but the Deputy clarified his statement, explaining that he was on his way to investigate a burglary that had been called in hours before, when he was impeded by Tony and Ryan. There were still a few problems with that story, however. First, regardless of whether one believes the Deputy's report and testimony, or Tony's and Ryan's accounts, both sides agree that the Deputy pulled up alongside them to express his opinion that they should not be riding in the road. If they were impeding him, how was he able to pull up alongside them? And if he passed them, as he claims, in what way were they impeding him from getting to the burglary investigation? Second, in Ohio, cyclists cannot be in violation of the impeding traffic statute if they are traveling as fast as they reasonably can. This principle was first established in a 2001 Ohio case called Trotwood v. Selz , and was subsequently codified into Ohio law in 2006, with the addition of a provision that: "The [judge or jury], in determining whether the vehicle was being operated at an unreasonably slow speed, shall consider the capabilities of the vehicle and its operator." Thus, by the time the Deputy decided to stop Tony and Ryan for impeding traffic, it had been well-established in Ohio that cyclists who are traveling at a reasonable speed cannot be cited for impeding traffic. Although the Deputy would later refer to Trotwood v. Selz during his testimony, indicating that he had finally been brought up to speed on Ohio law-by a prosecutor, in all likelihood-it was apparent on the day of the arrests that the Deputy was completely unfamiliar with the law as it applies to bicycles, and in fact, he admitted this in his later testimony: "Before this case I was not very familiar with bicycles and just the controversy between the bicycle situation and the thing and I've researched it and stuff and, you know, from what I can gather, as long as they are traveling the speed limit and they're not impeding traffic, there's not traffic behind them, then they wouldn't be impeding traffic or if the cars can safely pass them, then they wouldn't be impeding traffic, and in the case of up north of Troutwood [sic] it actually goes to the point that the judge is the one to determine who was-whether or not a bicycle was impeding traffic. So I guess it's a-you would normally just write a ticket and the judge would decide if they was impeding traffic. I don't know." It's important at this point to note that even at the hearing, after he had done his legal research, the Deputy STILL had the law wrong. In Ohio, it doesn't matter if cyclists "are traveling the speed limit," or "if they're not impeding traffic," or "if the cars can safely pass them." Not one of those conditions the Deputy addressed is the law in Ohio-in fact, the entire point of the Trotwood v. Selz case, and subsequent changes to the Ohio code, is that the conditions the Deputy cites have no bearing in any case of a cyclist or cyclists impeding traffic. The only legal metric is whether the rider(s) is/are traveling at a reasonable speed for a cyclist. Back on the night of Ryan's booking, Tony says that the Deputy informed Ryan's parents that he didn't know what he was going to charge Ryan with, but he had to charge him with something, so he sat down with a copy of the code book and looked for the appropriate statute. For the next 30 minutes, the Deputy searched for something to charge Ryan with, but couldn't find anything. Eventually, he settled on a pair of charges. First, he charged Ryan with "Operating a bike on the roadway." He also charged Ryan with "Failure to comply with an order." As the Deputy later explained in his testimony, the problem was that he wanted to charge the two riders with impeding traffic, but couldn't find the appropriate law for a bike. This was because he didn't understand that cyclists are subject to the same laws as other vehicle operators, and therefore, if they were impeding traffic, they should have been charged with impeding traffic. Instead, the Deputy believed that the law required cyclists to obey all traffic rules applicable to vehicles, and that busting Ryan for "Operating a bike on the roadway" covered violations of other laws, like impeding traffic. Ryan says that two weeks later, the prosecutor added an "impeding traffic" charge to cover the violation that the Deputy thought Ryan had committed. Meanwhile, at the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office, Tony was also charged with "Operating a bike on the roadway"; he says that later, as the prosecutor did with Ryan, an additional charge of "impeding traffic" was added. Due to the circumstances surrounding the arrest Tony was also charged with failure to comply with an order, resisting arrest, attempted assault on an officer and obstructing official business. Ryan says that as his trial date approached, the prosecutor offered him a deal--testify against Tony, and the charges against Ryan would be dropped. Ryan says that he refused to save himself by "throwing Tony under the bus," as he puts it. So, with the case against Ryan scheduled to go to trial, Ryan's attorney filed a motion to dismiss the charges. Tony's attorney did the same. In its decision following the hearing on the motion to dismiss Tony's charges, the Court began by noting that the state had the burden of proving that the arrest was consistent with the 4th Amendment, but that the state must only meet that burden by a "preponderance of the evidence," rather than the higher "beyond a reasonable doubt" standard. This means that the state would simply have to prove that it was more likely than not that the arrest was consistent with the 4th Amendment; this is the easiest burden of proof. The central question was whether Tony had been impeding traffic. If the state proved that it was more likely than not that Tony had been impeding traffic, then the order to pull over was lawful, and the arrest for failure to comply with that order was also lawful; if that was the case, the charges would not be dismissed. On the other hand, if the state failed to prove that Tony had been impeding traffic, then the order to pull over was not lawful, and the subsequent arrest for failure to comply was also not lawful, and the charges would be dismissed. This meant that the prosecution had to show that Tony was riding at a speed that was unreasonably slow for a cyclist--a task that proved impossible, once the Deputy testified that he estimated the cyclists' speed at 15-20 MPH, but didn't really know how fast they were going, and admitted that he didn't know what the speed limit on that road is, within the city limits. There was simply no evidence that the cyclists had ever impeded traffic, and thus, the Deputy had no reason to stop the cyclists, and they could not be charged with failure to comply with his orders. The charges were dismissed. Later, at the hearing on the motion to dismiss the charges against Ryan, the prosecutor was once again unable to prove the impeding traffic charge, and the Court reached the same decision that it reached following Tony's hearing, dismissing the charges against Ryan. Now, although these issues are behind Tony and Ryan, for the rest of us, two issues arising from this incident still remain. First, there's a widely-held perception that if a law enforcement officer tells you to pull over, you are required by law to comply with that order, even if the order itself is unlawful. Second, what should cyclists who find themselves in similar situations do? The first issue--whether cyclists must obey the orders of law enforcement officers--was central to the "motion to dismiss" hearings for Tony and Ryan. As the Court held, if the cyclist hasn't broken a traffic law, then the cyclist can't be lawfully arrested, and the order to pull over is itself unlawful. Therefore, if the order is unlawful, the cyclist is not required to obey the order, and can't be arrested for failure to comply. Now, this is the law in Ohio, but it is based on 4th Amendment jurisprudence, so the jurisprudence in other states should be similar. If somebody knows of contradictory 4th Amendment jurisprudence in another state, please let me know. Those legal points aside, there's another point to consider here: Were Tony and Ryan ever actually ordered to pull over? The Deputy has testified that he ordered them to pull over, but Tony and Ryan tell a different story; according to Tony and Ryan, the Deputy told them (1) "You guys shouldn't be riding in the road; (2) "Get off the f-cking road"; (3) "You're under arrest"; and (4) "Stop or I'll shoot." If no order was given, at what point should they have pulled over? When they were told they shouldn't be riding in the road? When they were told to get off the road? If they did get off the road, as ordered, what does that say about their right to the road? Certainly, one could make the argument that, as a practical matter and all legalities aside, they should have pulled over when they were told they were under arrest, but as Tony explains, at that point, they weren't given a chance to pull over. And that brings us to our second issue-what should cyclists who find themselves in similar situations do? That's not an easy question to answer. In Bicycling & the Law, I wrote that: "Gaining the right to the road was the cycling cause of the late nineteenth century; securing that right will be the cycling cause of the early twenty-first century." What happened to Tony and Ryan from the moment the Deputy first decided to say something to them is a real-world example of the challenge cyclists face in securing their right to the road. For most of us, I suspect it's easier to just quietly comply with a law enforcement officer's misguided attempts to enforce laws that don't exist. Sure, we know the officer is wrong, but do we really want to go to jail to make that point, instead of wherever it is we happen to be going at that moment? The problem is, if everybody acquiesces to a violation of our rights, do we still have the right? I would argue that unless the right is exercised, it doesn't exist. Therefore, when a law enforcement officer is enforcing laws that don't exist, it is incumbent upon us to stand up for our rights. But how do we do that without triggering a beatdown and a trip to jail? I think it will depend upon finding a middle way between disobeying an officer's order and acquiescing to a violation of your rights. On the one hand, cyclists shouldn't think that the lesson from Tony and Ryan's experience is that cyclists can make an on-the-spot decision as to whether an order is lawful or not, and thus, whether or not an order should be obeyed. As we saw with Tony and Ryan, if an officer believes that you are not complying with his orders, that can have potentially deadly results, even though the officer is wrong. On the other hand, cyclists shouldn't have to quietly acquiesce to violations of their rights by law enforcement. Hopefully, law enforcement officers will familiarize themselves with the laws they are enforcing, and if they are unsure of the law, have the humility to simply accept that they don't know what the law is-and then educate themselves on what the law actually is, before attempting to enforce something that may not, in fact, be the law. Likewise, cyclists can choose that middle way between acquiescence and disobeying an order, by stopping when asked, but standing up for their rights, respectfully but firmly, and accepting that the price of defending our right to the road may mean accepting a citation now and beating it in court later. Now, as I said at the beginning of this story, Tony called me because he was looking for a lawyer; true to his word, he intended to sue the arresting officers. And as I said, I hooked him up with Steve Magas, a well-known Ohio bicycle attorney. Among Steve's many accomplishments in the practice of law, he was the attorney representing cyclist Steve Selz, in the Trotwood v. Selz case that established that Ohio cyclists cannot be in violation of the impeding traffic statute if they are traveling at a reasonable speed for a cyclist. He was also instrumental in getting Ohio's "Better Bicycling Bill" passed; this was the bill that, among other things, codified the Trotwood v. Selz ruling into the "impeding traffic" statute. Steve has agreed to take Tony's case, and is currently awaiting a response while investigating a civil action in the case. With Steve's background in establishing cyclists' right to the road in Ohio, the case promises to be "arresting." Click here <http://bicycling.com/blogs/roadrights/2009/04/22/the-right-to-disobey-cops/> to submit a comment about this story. (Research and drafting provided by Rick Bernardi, J.D.) Bob Mionske is a nationally known cycling lawyer with a practice exclusively focused on representing cyclists. An advocate for the rights of cyclists, Bob is the author of Bicycling & the Law, the first book written for cyclists on their legal rights and responsibilities since 1895. Bob is also a former U.S. Olympic and pro cyclist; Bob represented the United States in the 1988 and 1992 Olympic games, and was the National Road Race Champion in 1990, amassing a record of over 100 wins during his racing career. If you have a cycling-related legal question or a comment about this blog, please submit it below. If you have a private legal question for Bob, please submit it to Bob and he will try to privately respond to as many of these questions as he can; some questions may be selected for answering in Road Rights. General bicycle-accident advice can be found at www.bicyclelaw.com <http://www.bicyclelaw.com>. For more of Bob's perspective on bicycle law, be sure to visit his blog, and for Bob's take on bicycle culture, visit www.velologue.com <http://www.velologue.com>. Important notice: The information provided in the Road Rights blog is not legal advice. The information provided on this public web site is provided solely for the general interest of the visitors to this web site. The information contained in the column applies to general principles of American jurisprudence and may not reflect current legal developments or statutory changes in the various jurisdictions and therefore should not be relied upon or interpreted as legal advice. Understand that reading the information contained in this column does not mean you have established an attorney-client relationship with attorney Bob Mionske. Readers of this column should not act upon any information contained in the web site without first seeking the advice of legal counsel.

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Yale Campus Bike Sharing program proposed
by director 25 Apr '09

25 Apr '09

Good evening, I came across this and thought it sounded interesting. I wonder if we could do such a survey here. Nick http://www.yaledailynews.com/articles/view/27483 -- Nick Hein Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Re: [Bikeboard] Fwd: Announcement: Sec. of Transportation Backs Bikes
by director 22 Apr '09

22 Apr '09

Gunnar, You are not being naive, you have made the understatement of the century. I was at the summit listening to the secretary talk. It was the kind of talk many of us have been waiting a lifetime to hear. Immediately after the transportation sec spoke Jim OBerstar (D rep MN) spoke. He's the original author of the transportation enhancements act (that produced the MEPEB money) and Safe Routes to Schools legislation. He's now the house chairman of the transportation committee. His quote that will live in infamy is "Any highway legislation that comes to me is going to have to show that it accommodates bike/ped use to get approval." (I'm going from memory here, you might want to search the congressional record for the exact quote.) This is a very happy time to be a bike advocate. Positive Spin is in the throes of applying for funding to take us through the next year. We are looking for the places to ask for the funds the secretary talked about (block grants, etc). If anyone can help us we would greatly appreciate it, since I'm way out of my expertise (aerodynamics). Thanks for passing this on, Nick ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: gunn4r Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> Date: Wed, 22 Apr 2009 20:57:49 -0400 >This is good right? > >Or am I being naive? > >---------- Forwarded message ---------- >From: Causes <apps+m1mmdv3d(a)facebookappmail.com> >Date: Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 5:56 PM >Subject: Announcement: Sec. of Transportation Backs Bikes >To: Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> > > >Richard Fries posted an announcement to the cause Bikes Belong Foundation. > >---------------- >Guys, > >This is a great link to an inspirational piece regarding the new >Secretary of Transportation and his position on bicyles as >transportation. > >Thanks for reading. > >http://fastlane.dot.gov/2009/04/bicycling-is-an-important-factor-in-less-ca… > >Richard Fries >---------------- > >View Announcement - Invite Friends > >Thanks, >The Causes Team > >Stop receiving emails from this cause > >--- >This email was sent by Causes. You can disable emails here. > >_______________________________________________ >Bikeboard mailing list >Bikeboard(a)cheat.org >http://cheat.org/mailman/listinfo/bikeboard > -- Nick Hein Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Fwd: Announcement: Sec. of Transportation Backs Bikes
by gunn4r Shogren 22 Apr '09

22 Apr '09

This is good right? Or am I being naive? ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Causes <apps+m1mmdv3d(a)facebookappmail.com> Date: Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 5:56 PM Subject: Announcement: Sec. of Transportation Backs Bikes To: Gunnar Shogren <gshogren(a)gmail.com> Richard Fries posted an announcement to the cause Bikes Belong Foundation. ---------------- Guys, This is a great link to an inspirational piece regarding the new Secretary of Transportation and his position on bicyles as transportation. Thanks for reading. http://fastlane.dot.gov/2009/04/bicycling-is-an-important-factor-in-less-ca… Richard Fries ---------------- View Announcement - Invite Friends Thanks, The Causes Team Stop receiving emails from this cause --- This email was sent by Causes. You can disable emails here.

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Symposium
by Frank Gmeindl 20 Apr '09

20 Apr '09

Bicycle Board Members, Following are some highlights of the WV Cycling Symposium held in Charleston last Friday night and Saturday. * Paul Mattox, Secretary WVDOT said, "WV roads are windy and narrow and not safe for bicycling." Every time Mattox mentioned accommodating bicycles, he said bicycles and pedestrians. The only accommodations he mentioned were shoulders and trails. * Some participants formed a "Bike West Virginia" organization that is bound and determined to develop a WV cycling industry. * Jeff Miller, President of the Alliance for Walking and Bicycling (formerly Thunderhead Alliance) gave the best (IMO) presentation on how to successfully advocate for bicycling. 1. Stay on message. 2. Develop a database. 3. Become an expert. 4. Make it newsworthy. 5. Decide a strategy: hold events, press conference, feature articles, interviews, announcements, use photos. * Andy Clarke gave a compelling presentation of the Bicycle Friendly Cities and how they increased cycling and reduced crashes and achieved a positive economic return on investment. (I've asked him for his presentation so I can share it with you.) * Approximately 70 people participated. Frank

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GIS status meeting...
by Derek Springston 19 Apr '09

19 Apr '09

Hey guys, I've been slammed at work lately (weekends, what are those?), so I think the GIS status meeting would be best handled on May 7th. Frank, can you put me on the agenda for then?! Thanks!! ~Derek _________________________________________________________________ Rediscover Hotmail®: Now available on your iPhone or BlackBerry http://windowslive.com/RediscoverHotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Rediscover_Mo…

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American Bicyclist
by director 16 Apr '09

16 Apr '09

Good morning, The current issue of the League's magazine is the Bike Friendly Cities/Businesses/States issue. I'll see if I can bring back hardcopies from Charleston this weekend. In the meantime you can see the full text online at: http://www.bikeleague.org/members/pdfs/american_bicyclist_marapr09.pdf I happened to notice that every single state I've ever lived in before WV was in the top 7 in the nation. It also happens that I've spent the most years in the 2 highest ranked states (WI, WA). Maybe that explains my strange behavior. Nick -- Nick Hein Director, Positive Spin 2567 Univ Ave Ste 6000L Morgantown, WV ph 304-276-0213 --

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Ed Grant Meeting tonight
by Frank Gmeindl 15 Apr '09

15 Apr '09

Bicycle Board Members, This is a reminder that we will meet tonight 6:30-8:30 in the Public Safety Center Conference Room to continue planning how we're going to implement the Morgantown Effective Bicycling Education Program. Attached are the minutes of the last meeting. Through recent meetings with Jeff Mikorski, Assistant City Manager, we have determined that we can bill the City directly for grant work expenses. Formerly, we thought we had to have a business entity through which to bill the City and to get paid. This simplifies matters but also removes one control point so it's now even more important that when we have authorization to spend the $68K, we have a plan for how we're going to spend it and accomplish the objectives that we proposed. Frank /Same Roads Same Rights Same Rules /

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GIS status meeting?
by Derek Springston 14 Apr '09

14 Apr '09

Hey guys... I had previously discussed meeting with everyone (or everyone interested) this week to show you what I've done with our mapping and GIS. I wanted to show my progress and get some feedback. However, I just got back from vacation and things are pretty busy this week, especially since I might be travelling for work 1 or 2 days this week. I would still like to meet next week or we could just wait until the next BB meeting. Both have their benefits. If we meet next week, we might be able to present the results of our meeting to the BB during our regularly scheduled meeting. Or if we just decide to meet at the next scheduled BB meeting, more folks will be present and hopefully that will mean more eyes and ideas will be present! How many would like to meet next week sometime and at what times are you available? How many would prefer to just meet at the next scheduled BB meeting? By the way, how is the downtown bike parking project proceeding? How can I help? Thanks, ~Derek _________________________________________________________________ Quick access to your favorite MSN content and Windows Live with Internet Explorer 8. http://ie8.msn.com/microsoft/internet-explorer-8/en-us/ie8.aspx?ocid=B037MS…

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