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Volunteer Opportunity: Got an iPhone? Count traffic for Ciclovia...test CounterPoint
by Anders Swanson 08 Aug '14

08 Aug '14

Hi, [Feel free to share this widely.] CounterPoint 1.0, the first iOS release of Green Action Centre's award-winning active transportation planning tool is now in the App Store. We would love to have your help testing it out in the real world. We are looking for approximately 5-15 volunteers willing to spend 2 hours counting traffic on a Sunday. Its for a good cause (and way more practical than Angry Birds!) *We hope to be counting on the following days:* - Sunday August 31st - Sunday September 7th - Sunday September 14th *At these locations:* - Norwood bridge - Broadway downtown - Westminster/Mostyn - Sherbrook/Maryland bridges - The Main Street Entrance to the Forks - Assiniboine Cycle Track To volunteer, first please fill out this availability poll <http://doodle.com/rn42kwyc3drfcvps> with your first name, date(s) and the preferred location (in parenthesis). Then, please send me a separate email with your name and phone number so I can give you a call at some point. *How Does the App Work? * Kind of like a clipboard, with a brain and some blinky-lights. Seriously, using the app itself should be fairly self-explanatory, the counterpoints will all be set up and I will be giving volunteers a quick call beforehand to go over any questions. For now if anyone is keen, just go into the app store on your phone, and search for "counterpoint". Create an account, and either set one up or find an existing counterpoint near you. Give it a try. Its free, of course. *Why do this count?* The goal of this coordinated count is threefold: 1. To help better understand the user impact of the Ciclovia event. 2. To help assess the need for and current usage of AT infrastructure on routes nearby. 3. Get feedback/ideas for a planned new "campaign" feature of the app in a future software update. Afterwards, for those who are willing, everyone is invited for a nice informal beer/coffee (my treat) where I'd love to get feedback in person if you happen to have any. (No feedback is fine too, that means there are less bugs, and then we can just proceed to drinking beer/coffee..) Hopefully you will find that using CounterPoint is relaxing, challenging and actually kind of fun. To learn more about CounterPoint, visit counterpointapp.org Thanks a lot! Sincerely Anders On behalf of.. *The CounterPoint Team* see us on... *Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/CounterPointApp> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/counterpointapp>* --> P.S. In case you are wondering "Hey, I don't have an iPhone, but want to help! What gives? Do you work for Apple or something?!?!!". Let me know that you are interested anyway. We have an Android version coming soon and there is a chance it will be available by then.

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INVITATION - Democracy - Civic Election & Janice Lukes
by Janice Lukes 08 Aug '14

08 Aug '14

To all my 'AT Network Friends' ! (sorry if you've received this already - I guess that makes you a 'super friend'! J) INVITATION to COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE You are invited to pop by and check out our Janice Lukes Campaign Office next Tuesday evening. Details here also: http://janicelukes.ca/latest-news/ Tuesday, August 12th 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 100 - 2855 Pembina Hwy. Richmond Mall West - look for the sign - yes, just before the Perimeter in the old LC! Enjoy ice-cream & refreshments, meet St. Norbert Ward residents - children are VERY welcome! No RSVP necessary - lots of free parking and bike parking if the rack arrives on time! You may be aware - I've registered as a candidate for the St. Norbert Ward in the upcoming civic election. I just couldn't do another election sitting around a table with many of you - planning how to 'educated' candidates on AT issues !! That and a combination of other situations have resulted in me realizing - 'never say never' - and motivating me to take this very bold step outside the normal comfort zone. If you have some free time on Tuesday - please pop by our Campaign Office Open House- check out my website - www.JaniceLukes.ca - and if you have more free time in the fall - I welcome any volunteer help. I know I can confidently say this from my past 14 years' experience - when elected - I know there will be no other elected official that will work harder than I will - to move forward active, accessible and age friendly transportation issues. Is this a call for your help in putting me on the other side of the table at city hall ?? - for sure it is. Ruthless self-promotion seems to be part of democracy - it is what it is. Look forward to seeing you - Janice Lukes Candidate for City Councillor, St. Norbert Ward <http://winnipeg.ca/clerks/docs/election_services/CouncilWardMaps/CouncilWar d_StNorbert_web.pdf> -- (204) 952-4222 www.JaniceLukes.ca Participate in democracy <http://janicelukes.ca/participate/> Follow me on Twitter <https://twitter.com/JaniceLukes> & Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/votejanicelukes>

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Provincial AT Coordinator - Farewell, Vicky, and Welcome, Katy!
by Beth McKechnie 06 Aug '14

06 Aug '14

Farewell to Vicky Reaney, the Province’s Active Transportation Coordinator, who is moving to be an urban planner with the City of Saskatoon. All the best, Vicky! Katy Walsh (katy.walsh(a)gov.mb.ca) takes on the role effective August 15 in addition to her current responsibilities as a policy planner. As the new Provincial AT Coordinator, Katy will "take over the primary responsibility for coordinating our single window active transportation service at the Province and will chair our Interdepartmental Working Group on AT and our Public Stakeholder AT Advisory Committee." Welcome, Katy!

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WFP: Study to examine future of Arlington overpass (July31'14)
by Beth McKechnie 05 Aug '14

05 Aug '14

[How about converting the old bridge to a walking and cycling bridge?] Study to examine future of Arlington overpass102-year-old bridge not expected to last beyond 2020 By: Aldo Santin http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/study-to-examine-future-of-arlington… The skyline of the North End could be in for a major change. An engineering study will examine the replacement of the 102-year-old Arlington Street Bridge. Brad Neirinck, the city's bridge-planning and operations engineer, said the Arlington bridge isn't expected to remain standing beyond 2020 and options are being considered for its replacement. "Once we get closer to that date, we'll have to re-evaluate things and see if we can keep it going any longer than that," Neirinck said. Options under consideration include: - Taking down the old bridge and replacing it with a four-lane structure at the same location. - Expanding the McPhillips Street underpass as an alternative to the Arlington bridge. - A new bridge connecting McGregor and Sherbrook streets. The Arlington bridge was built in 1912. A major rehab, including new bridge deck, was carried out in 1992. Neirinck said the study will include a public-consultation process, which will help determine the old bridge's fate, what should be built in its place and in which order. "The study is mainly to look at traffic flows and is Arlington the best location for a replacement structure or is there something better?" he said. The RFP (request for proposal) for the 14-month, $1.5-million study was opened in June and closed at the beginning of July. The contract is expected to be awarded soon. Approval for the study was given by city council in late 2012 for inclusion in the 2013 capital budget. Neirinck said the study was delayed until this year. City council also tentatively set aside $2 million in the 2017 capital budget for preliminary design work. When the study is completed in late 2015, council will be presented with options on how to move forward along with cost estimates for each. aldo.santin(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition July 31, 2014 B1

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Dutch Cycling Embassy newsletter
by Beth McKechnie 01 Aug '14

01 Aug '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Terry Zdan <tjzdan50(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2014 11:48:12 -0500 You're receiving this newsletter because you signed up for it. Having trouble reading this email? View it in your browser. <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/views/mailings/HTML_template.cfm?listID=461687F7…> [image: the world's cycling experts] Thursday, July 31, 2014 In entertainment districts of Dutch cities, parked bicycles block emergency exits and prevent passage for emergency services [image: image] Dutch cities like Amersfoort and Amsterdam are taking meassures. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Research into bicycle crashes leads to infrastructure recommendations The study looked into 35 crashes involving a person aged over 50 who had suffered a fall or a collision with an obstacle or with another bicycle or moped rider. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> How to use data from a cycling app to generate a heat map showing cycling routes [image: image] A smartphone app to help cyclists all over the world to keep track of their performances. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Cycling should be state of mind Before safety, environment and health come into play, cycling should be state of mind. This is the conclusion drawn by Henk Lenting, a student of Traffic Psychology at the NHL Polytechnic. In his thesis, he compares the motivation for cycling in the Netherlands and England. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Open data map shows locations with high risk of bike theft [image: image] An interactive map produced by the Rotterdam police, using 'open data' statistics. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Give the bicycle path back to cyclists The city of Amsterdam had put forward this request in late 2013, and was supported by the three other major cities. Interest groups like the Cyclists’ Union are in full support. In the words of Hugo van der Steenhoven, general manager of the Union, “This is a way to return the cycle track to the cyclists and to reduce their exposure to air pollution. The cycle track will regain its main purpose: safe, clean space for all cyclists. We receive frequent reports from elderly persons and parents of children, saying they no longer dare to cycle”. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Mama Agatha documentary about cycling course for migrant women In a short documentary called Mama Agatha follows a cycling course for migrant women in Amsterdam. The main objective of the film is to show people that something as simple as a cycling course can have a major impact on peoples' lives and radically improve their mobility - not only physically, but also socially. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Reward system encourages commuters to take up cycling Two Dutch regions have launched schemes to reward motorists and other commuters who are prepared to leave their car and switch to cycling. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Biggest Dutch Experience Centre for bicycles A new Experience Center for bicycles is planned to set up in the summer of 2015 in the town of Ede. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Bicyle mobility and sustainable energy have the future in the Mexico City megalopolis [image: plaatje] On 16 and 17 June, the Dutch Embassy in Mexico City and the Dutch Cycling Embassy organised a two-day Round Table conference for Mexican authorities and businessmen. The goal was to share concrete ideas and information on how the existing infrastructure in Mexico City can be converted into a green and livealbe city in a sustainable way. Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=Sustainable+innovati…> Report about Dutch cycling on the Brazilian television Globo TV international has made a program about the Dutch bicycle culture in May 2014. In this program Peter van Tongeren was interviewed on behalf of the Dutch Cycling Embassy. Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=Report+about+Dutch+c…> Pedalafest in Zagreb On 5 till 7 June, a three day Cycling Festival took place for the second time in the student centre of Zagreb. Two Dutch cycling experts of the Dutch Cycling Embassy attend the festival. Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=Pedalafest+in+Zagreb> The first bicycle sharing scheme for Uganda! Bicycle sharing schemes are not new. But they are new for Uganda. Friday, 6 June saw the festive launch of the "Bicycle sharing at Makerere University" project. Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=The+first+bicycle+sh…> Workshops in Bangelore, India [image: plaatje] In early June, a broad delegation of 8 persons visited Bangalore, India. The goal of the mission was to present planning practices in the Netherlands and to encourage the cities to develop bicycle master plans. The Dutch mission was made possible by the huge efforts of Dr. Elenna Dugunji and the Dutch Cycling Embassy. Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=Workshops+in+Bangelo…> In the media Recently published in the media: Op de fiets? No thank you <http://zoeken.nrc.nl/?q=Op+de+fiets%3F+No+thank+you> Den Nederlandske Sykkelsuksessen <http://www.dagogtid.no/den-nederlandske-sykkelsuksessen/> Metropolen ontdekken de fiets <http://www.oneworld.nl/business/metropolen-ontdekken-de-fiets> By reverend to merchand <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?section=nieuws&lang=en&mode=newsArticle…> Read further... More year-round pedalling [image: plaatje] Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=More+year-round+peda…> Discover Dutch Cycling [image: plaatje] Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=Discover+Dutch+Cycli…> Dutch Cycling Embassy Hooghiemstraplein 140 3514 AZ Utrecht The Netherlands T: +31 30 23 04 521 info(a)dutchcycling.nl Unsubscribe If you don't want to receive the digital newsletter from Fietsberaad you can unsubscribe at My Fietsberaad <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/?lang=en&openMijnFietsberaad>. Subscribe To subscribe for our newsletter you need to register at Fietsberaad. <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/?lang=en&openMijnFietsberaad>. This newsletter is powered by <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=Mijn+Fietsberaad> -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com>

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Cycling in Groningen, the Netherlands
by Patman, David 30 Jul '14

30 Jul '14

I was not familiar with this particular city -- check out the video that explains how auto use is discouraged (many auto trips take longer than cycling trips) which results in high bicycle mode split. Can you imagine such policies enacted here? http://www.cityclock.org/groningen-nowhere-will-find-cyclists/ David Patman, P. Eng. Transit Planner Winnipeg Transit | Service Development Division 421 Osborne Street | Winnipeg, Manitoba R3L 2A2 P: 204-986-5737 | dpatman(a)winnipeg.ca<mailto:dpatman@winnipeg.ca>

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Got Ideas/Toughts to Share? Ciclovia Cycling Seminars
by Anders Swanson 29 Jul '14

29 Jul '14

[Hello folks, these proved surprisingly popular last year. This is a chance for individuals, bike shops, design firms, etc to hold a meeting, do a presentation and engage the public. Share your knowledge, ideas and expertise. See the info from Stephanie below. - Anders] *Ciclovia* Sunday, September 7, 2014, 11:00am - 6:00pm In its sixth year, the Downtown Winnipeg BIZ, in conjunction with many stakeholders and sponsors, will put on this FREE eco-friendly, healthy-lifestyles festival and active transportation initiative that will see both north and south sides of Broadway closed from Osborne to Edmonton St (and a car-free curb lane extending from Edmonton St Main St). Some of the many activities include a Bike Zone, Farmers’ Market, Kids’ Zone, Food Truck Wars, Wine & Beer Festival, Live Music, Fitness Stage and Soap Box Derby. This festival area is a highlight in what will be a network of car-free streets from Assiniboine Park all the way to The Forks on Sunday, September 7! For more information, please visit Manyfest.ca. *Please also let me know if you are interested (or can pass on some names of folks who may be) in doing a cycling related** seminar at Ciclovia this year*. We are looking for 15-20min long seminars, that will take place casually in a little living room on the grassed Broadway median by Edmonton St (comfy chairs, coffee and discussion). Please let me if you are willing and what times might be best for you (between noon-6pm)! Thanks, *Stephanie Voyce* Manager, Placemaking, Cleanliness & Transportation *Downtown * *Winnipeg BIZ *204.958.4621 office 204.958.4630 fax Visit our website at www.downtownwinnipegbiz.com!

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Fox takes nap on Ottawa bus
by Beth McKechnie 29 Jul '14

29 Jul '14

I'm justifying circulation on this listserv because the story's transit related. Apparently it's not just commuters who like to relax and snooze on the bus! http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/fox-takes-a-nap-on-ottawa-city-bus-1.2…

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Canada Missing the Boat on Bicycle Tourism
by Anders Swanson 27 Jul '14

27 Jul '14

Interesting Sunday reading; http://www.cbc.ca/m/news/#!/content/1.2717129/ [Anecdotal remarks. All around us, we can see harbingers of what is coming in future - which we can capitalize on or hinder, depending on our approach. Consider the new bike rental store up at the Forks. Consider the Fringe bringing a boost in the number of people walking and cycling downtown - already filling every bike rack in sight. Consider the importance of good signage and infrastructure for to those people -especially all the out-of-towners who either already chose to come here or who would - and consider what would happen if all folks knew that a week at the fringe meant a week cycling between venues and exploring the city. Consider the fact that in their closing remarks, one particular group of Columbian performance artists performing at the fringe mentioned "exploring Winnipeg by bicycle" as the main thing they would miss. Consider the potential of bicycle tourism as a social lubricant for just that one event and multiply that by every comic convention, Canada Day concert, football game, local street festival, German who wants to visit Canada and see both prairies and boreal forest, Winnipegger/Grandparent who wants their children (and esp. their children's children) to choose to visit Winnipeg on summer break... or perhaps just you and your family on any plain-old beautiful Sunday afternoon choosing to invest in an a locally-made ice cream cone instead of Netflix. Ironically, perhaps, even CBC inadvertantly underestimates the potential: there is one typo in the article; the figure for the money spent annually in Europe should read 64 billion, with a 'B', not million. See: http://www.eurovelo.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Economic-Benefits-of-Cyc… In short, we would be very wise to do better. Someone else tell Travel Manitoba and Tourism Winnipeg and the respective roads departments. I have been a "professional bike tourist" for so long lately, perhaps i am biased. -Anders]

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Bicycle Safer Journey resource (FWHA)
by Beth McKechnie 24 Jul '14

24 Jul '14

FHWA releases Bicycle Safer Journey The Federal Highway Administration released Bicycle Safer Journey, a new tool to educate teens and children about safe bicycling behaviors. Bicycle Safer Journey is a free, online education tool designed to help educators, parents, and others who care about bicycle safety to get the conversation started with children and youth. The modules provide the information and education needed to help children and teens become safer bicyclists. The resource consists of three videos — one for each of three age groups: 5-9, 10-14, and 15-18 — accompanied by a quiz or discussion and an educator’s resource library. The tool can be used as an introduction to bicycle safety skills or to augment a comprehensive curriculum. The age-appropriate videos, which are available in English and Spanish, address picking the safest places to bicycle and the importance of being alert. Bicycle Safer Journey is the second part of FHWA’s effort to better inform children and teens about safe non-motorized travel. FHWA released Pedestrian Safer Journey <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/b502bf8f42/a153a5784b/d905b42c…> in 2013 to offer similar educational tools directed toward walking. To access Bicycle Safer Journey, go to www.pedbikeinfo.org/bicyclesaferjourney <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/b502bf8f42/a153a5784b/f99cfc27…> .

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