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Citi Bike debuts in NYC (video)
by Beth McKechnie 04 Jun '13

04 Jun '13

[Fun video of the launch of Citi Bike – warning: cute kids at the end!] Citi Bike Debuts in NYC from Streetfilms <http://vimeo.com/streetfilms> http://vimeo.com/67105887 Memorial Day 2013 marked a milestone in NYC transportation history: the debut of the city's bike-share system, Citi Bike. At 330 stations, 6,000 bikes (of a planned 10,000) were available to more than 13,000 members who signed up for a yearly pass - and many of them couldn't wait to hit the streets! The press conference at City Hall was a media frenzy. Hundreds of reporters and cameras were on hand to watch Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Transportation Commissioner Janette Sadik-Khan ring in the launch. Streetfilms was there at this historic moment and put together this fun four-minute film which features a Citibike bike share station along a protected bike lane, David Byrne telling us what he will do with bike share and the best shot anyone got of Commissioner Sadik-Khan test driving the bike at City Hall.

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Metro Article - six ways to kill a cyclist
by Cara Fisher 03 Jun '13

03 Jun '13

Scary article from the Urban Compass Winnipeg section http://metronews.ca/voices/urban-compass-winnipeg/651476/six-ways-to-kill-a…

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Winter Cycling For Everyone - Watch Online and Event Links
by Anders Swanson 31 May '13

31 May '13

Thank you so much to everyone who attended and who helped make this a wonderful event. Wasn't expecting such a turnout. Thank you. For those who asked for an online copy and especially for those who could not attend, please find the film *Winter Cycling For Everyone *online here: http://vimeo.com/activetransportation/wintercyclingforeveryone To find more info on best practices from around the World, or to stay in touch with the *International Winter Cycling Conference* happening in Winnipeg Feb.12-13 2014, please check out: wintercycling.org To register now or to watch for details on *Winter Bike to Work Day* this Feb.14, 2014 please visit: winterbiketoworkday.org Kind regards, Anders

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Designing cities for better health: If you build it, they will walk
by feaver＠mymts.net 30 May '13

30 May '13

A good article in the Globe & Mail: http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/home-and-garden/architecture/designing-c ities-for-better-health-if-you-build-it-they-will-walk/article12240304/

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FW: International Trails Day
by Kristine Hayward 30 May '13

30 May '13

From: Julie Turenne-Maynard [mailto:exec_dir@riverswest.ca] Sent: Thursday, May 30, 2013 12:46 PM To: Rivers West Subject: International Trails Day Grab your bike, your running shoes or your rollerskates and join us June 1st, 2013 for International Trails Day. It's free, it's healthy, and it's fun! There will be workshops, geocaching, kids' activities and much more. See attachment for more information -- Julie Turenne-Maynard Executive Director Rivers West Red River Corridor Inc. T: (204) 925-2321 F: (204) 237-4618 C: (204) 771-5585 www.riverswest.ca<http://www.riverswest.ca> www.routesonthered,ca<http://www.routesonthered,ca> This email and/or any documents in this transmission is intended for the addressee(s) only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, copying or dissemination is strictly prohibited. If you receive this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately and return the original. Ce courriel et tout document dans cette transmission est destiné à la personne ou aux personnes à qui il est adressé. Il peut contenir des informations privilégiées ou confidentielles. Toute utilisation, divulgation, distribution, copie, ou diffusion non autorisée est strictement défendue. Si vous n'êtes pas le destinataire de ce message, veuillez en informer l'expéditeur immédiatement et lui remettre l'original.

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LCI Seminar in June- Register NOW - EUGENE
by Beth McKechnie 29 May '13

29 May '13

For more information see: http://lists.umanitoba.ca/mailman/admin/at-network/bounce ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Terry Zdan <tjzdan50(a)gmail.com> Date: Wed, 29 May 2013 13:05:46 -0500 Subject: LCI Seminar in June- Register NOW - EUGENE Dear Active Transportation Enthusiasts, *This June (21st-23rd) the League of American Bicyclists<http://www.bikeleague.org> is holding an LCI Seminar in Eugene*. The last LAB Seminar in Eugene was over 5 years ago and annually there are fewer than a dozen around the country. Registration so far has been too low to hold this Seminar and *there are only a couple more days to register for this great opportunity*!* If you've ever wanted to take your cycling to the next level and wanted to share your knowledge of safe cycling skills with others this is a great opportunity!* * * Becoming a League Cycling Instructor (LCI) certified to teach Smart Cycling is a great way to help cyclists in your community. Certified instructors can teach Smart Cycling classes (like Traffic Skills 101) to children as well as adults. Help bring the joy of safe cycling to others. If you are an experienced cyclist and would like to teach others please consider taking the next step towards certification. *Becoming a League member and taking Traffic Skills 101 are prerequisites for a certification seminar*. Instructors are trained at seminars held periodically throughout the year. The training is Friday, June 21 (5:30-9pm), Saturday, June 22 (8am-4pm), and Sunday, June 23 (8am-4pm). Cost for the three day training is $300. To register you can download the course registration form<http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/education/LCI_course_application.pdf> or go to the League's website, join <http://www.bikeleague.org/join/> and then register via their Events calendar by clicking on the Eugene LCI Seminar<https://bikeleague.secure.force.com/MN4__mnp_viewevent?id=a0kG0000001ZdfmIAC> . You must be a League member to register for the course (and to maintain the LCI certification). If you have any questions contact Shane MacRhodes ( rhodes_sh(a)4j.lane.edu). [image: LAB Logo] Shane MacRhodes League of American Bicyclists Cycling Instructor (#1050) 541-556-3553 shanerh(a)mac.com -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com>

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Today! Kick-off Commuter Challenge - 11 am, MB Hydro Plaza
by Beth McKechnie 29 May '13

29 May '13

*Join us TODAY to... * *Kick-off the 2013 Commuter Challenge!* *11 a.m., Wednesday, May 29 * *Manitoba Hydro Building (Outdoor Plaza on Graham Ave)* Celebrate the start of the 2013 Commuter Challenge with the Honourable JimRondeau, Minister of Healthy Living, Seniors and Consumer Affairs; Stefano Grande, Executive Director of the Downtown Winnipeg Biz; Lloyd Kuczek, Vice President of Customer Care and Energy Conservation, Manitoba Hydro; Commuter Challenge participant Maureen Peniuk; along with Ace Burpee and Green Action Centre. Walk, bike, bus or carpool -- let's celebrate a better way to get to work!

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Edmonton approves Complete Streets Policy
by Beth McKechnie 27 May '13

27 May '13

*Edmonton approves Complete Streets Policy* The Complete Streets Policy was approved by City Council on May 22, 2013. The policy and accompanying guidelines will encourage a holistic approach to roadway design in order to develop a network of roadways that are safe, attractive, comfortable and welcoming to all users. Designing New Neighbourhoods, Edmonton’s Future Residential Communities Policy was approved at the same time. The guidelines for this policy will influence the physical structure and layout of our new neighbourhoods. The Complete Streets Guidelines will be used for planning, designing and constructing streets in new neighbourhoods. They will also guide the design and reconstruction of streets in existing neighbourhoods. Next steps for the Complete Streets projects team will be the implementation of several complete streets pilot projects over the next few years. Three pilot projects have already been identified as priority; including one in a greenfield, a neighbourhood renewal and an arterial renewal. http://www.edmonton.ca/city_government/city_vision_and_strategic_plan/compl…

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Fwd: Invitation: Winter Cycling for Everyone - Film and Discussion
by Anders Swanson 27 May '13

27 May '13

[Hi, if you already received a personal message, sorry for any cross-postings....and for accidentally not sending this to the network last week. Note that your first chance to attend is today at lunch. See details below. cheers! anders] ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Anders Swanson <andersswanson(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, May 23, 2013 at 10:15 AM Subject: Invitation: Winter Cycling for Everyone - Film and Discussion This week, you're "warmly" invited to attend a fun event about magical places and making the most of winter. See details below. Poster attached. * * * * * * * * * * * *WINTER CYCLING * *FOR EVERYONE* * * *Lunchtime Monday May 27th* MPI Theatre downtown in City Place (2nd floor, east side, door north of elevators). 12:00 noon - 1:00pm *OR* *Evening Thursday May 30th * Winnipeg Free Press Cafe in The Exchange. Arthur @ McDermot. Doors at 6:00pm. 6:30pm - 8ish. *Both events feature: * - a short film about experiencing and exploring a landscape full of people and bikes and snow. - "Oulu and the top winter cycling cities of the world": a short presentation by Timo Perälä remote from Oulu, Finland. Mr. Perälä is the CEO of Navico ltd., a small consulting firm specializing in mobility management. He holds a masters degree in civil engineering (construction economics) and has completed several studies and projects related to winter cycling and winter maintenance throughout Finland. Timo directed the 2013 international winter cycling congress - the only event of its kind bringing together experts in the field from around the world - and goes regularly by bike year-round himself (no lycra, just a cruiser). - Refreshments provided. *Thursday Evening Only* - Panel discussion: A big-ideas panel featuring Paul Jordan, COO of the Forks, Councillor Justin Swandel, design whiz Andrea Tetrault and speaker Timo Perälä. Moderated by Bartley Kives. - Exciting event announcements. - Hors d'oeuvres provided. Alcohol available. ---- Seating is limited. RSVPs appreciated but not required. Hope to see you there! Anders Swanson

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NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide Webinars
by Bike to the Future 26 May '13

26 May '13

Bike Winnipeg and Green Action Centre would like to invite you to join us in the EcoCentre (3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave) for a three-part webinar series on the NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide<http://nacto.org/cities-for-cycling/design-guide/> . Each webinar will be followed by group discussion of local applications. This is a great opportunity to learn more about this fantastic resource on cycling design and discover how cities across North America are embracing the designs and advice laid out in this guide to improve their cities cycling experience and encourage an ever increasing number of their residents to choose their bikes over their cars. As the city is currently in the process of developing its first cycling and pedestrian strategies, the timing for these webinars could not be better. RSVPs are appreciated but not necessary. Hope to see you then! *#1, Bikeway Design at Intersections* Wednesday, May 29 | 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. CDT Safe, effective intersection design requires visibility and predictability among all street users. In unpredictable urban environments, achieving these goals can be difficult. Bikeway Design at Intersections provides an overview of the intersection treatments in the NACTO guide, including bike boxes, bicycle signals and mixing zones, and analyzes how to resolve and mitigate several complex intersection design problems that commonly arise. Presenters: Roger Geller, Bicycle Coordinator, City of Portland Jamie Parks, Senior Transportation Planner, City of Oakland *#2, Bikeway Design in Context: Determining the right facility for the right street* Wednesday, June 5 | 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. CDT As bikeway design options have multiplied and evolved, the decision-making process for practitioners has become increasingly complex. What kinds of streets are best suited to cycle tracks? When should an engineer use a buffered bike lane rather than a conventional bike lane? Are shared lane markings appropriate for busy streets or only on local roads? This session will analyze the decision-making process that different cities go through when answering such questions, looking beyond speed and ADT to consider elements as varied as context, parking, transit routes and street width. Presenters: Joshua Benson, Bicycle and Pedestrian Program Director, New York City Department of Transportation Nathan Wilkes, Associate Traffic Engineer, Neighborhood Connectivity Division, City of Austin *#3, Next Generation Bikeway Design: Raised cycle tracks * Wednesday, June 26 | 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. CDT While many cities have relied primarily on signs and markings to radically transform their streets, a growing number of bikeways around the country have been improved and made permanent using higher cost materials, curb relocation and complex engineering. This session will look at two facilities that embody long term solutions for city streets. How can cities effectively move the curb without creating drainage problems? What "green” infrastructure solutions can be incorporated into these new bikeways? What are the highest and lowest cost alternatives to these designs? Presenters: Wendy Cawley, Engineer, City of Portland Karen Haley, Executive Director, Indianapolis Cultural Trail Jennifer Tower, Engineer, City of Portland Cheers, -- Mark Cohoe Executive Director Bike Winnipeg (formerly Bike to the Future)

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