T4A — The May 5th release of the bipartisan Safe and Complete Streets Act of 2011 is an affirmative step toward ensuring the safety and convenience of America’s streets — for everyone. H.R. 1780, sponsored by Democratic Representative Doris Matsui of California and Republican Represenatative Steve LaTourette of Ohio, would require state transportation officials to…
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Bike Delaware’s Frank Warnock attended the full League of American Bicyclists (LAB) 2011 National Bike Summit from March 8-10. Anthony Aglio, Delaware Department of Transportation’s (DelDOT) Bicycle Coordinator was also in attendance, invited by the League as a panelist for the breakout session “Follow the Money – Fundamentals of current Transportation Financing”. In what appears…
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Bike Delaware’s 2011 Annual Meeting was well attended on Tues, Feb. 1. It included a slide show presentation (pdf). In it was: * Bike Delaware’s Incorporation * Multiple position statements and projects * Delaware Bicycle-Friendly Achievements * Newark and the State take LAB’s Bronze * Our 2010 goals, hit or miss * Our 2011 Goals…
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Bike Delaware, a small non-profit organization that advocates for safe bicycling, is seeking a part-time executive director to build our funds, the size of the organization, and public awareness of how safe cycling can impact and improve the quality of life within our community. First and foremost, the director must be an ardent cyclist who…
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An occasional problem for years in Delaware has been the sudden loss of bike lanes or other facilities with construction projects. Fortunately, this is largely relegated to the past now for several great reasons: A statewide Bicycle Policy A statewide Complete Streets Policy Ordinances requiring bike lanes (and parking) with new construction in New Castle…
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Join us for a leisurely day pedaling around New Castle Delaware for their Spirit of Christmas events. Scheduled events sponsored by New Castle City includes: House tour, musical groups, special museum events, plus items for sale in the church fellowship hall at 25 E. 2nd St. Santa’s Workshop at The Velocipede. Dust off your camera…
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Delaware Governor Jack Markell enjoyed a record turnout on Oct. 17 for his annual “Tour of Delaware”. Also joining the ride, among others was Delaware City Mayor John Martin. Kudos to Nancy Waddell, who routed a perfect half century (50 miles) for the event. Governor Jack (center), preparing the group for departure . . .…
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Permission has been granted for the use of Sharrows in Wilmington. The City has waited only 4 months since they applied for the go-ahead on Market Street, and installation appears imminent. The symbol, a proven safety and awareness tool for bicyclists and motorists alike, is still in interim guidance (memorandum in pdf HERE) and will…
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A meeting you won’t want to miss. Bike Delaware is calling upon its membership and all interested parties to attend a special meeting at 6 p.m., on October 5th. This is NOT a board meeting; we will be discussing and voting on our goals and objectives for 2011, and need as much input as possible.…
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Bike Delaware is going for the big time, but we cannot do it alone. Currently, our board consists of a few folks who have full time careers, yet are dedicating enough time to bicycle advocacy that it could easily be a second part or full time job. Below is a list of volunteer positions now…
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