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Head injuries are among the most severe injuries sustained while bicycling
by Beth McKechnie 01 Nov '13

01 Nov '13

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Terry Zdan <tjzdan50(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, 1 Nov 2013 09:01:44 -0500 Subject: Head injuries are among the most severe injuries sustained while bicycling http://www.cps.ca/en/documents/position/bike-helmets-to-reduce-risk-of-head… Principal author(s)Brent E Hagel, Natalie L Yanchar; Canadian Paediatric Society, Injury Prevention Committee<http://www.cps.ca/en/documents/position/bike-helmets-to-reduce-risk-of-head…> Paediatr Child Health 2013;18(9):475-80 Abstract Bicycling is a popular activity and a healthy, environmentally friendly form of transportation. However, it is also a leading cause of sport and recreational injury in children and adolescents. Head injuries are among the most severe injuries sustained while bicycling, justifying the implementation of bicycle helmet legislation by many provinces. There is evidence that bicycle helmet legislation increases helmet use and reduces head injury risk. Evidence for unintended consequences of helmet legislation, such as reduced bicycling and greater risk-taking, is weak and conflicting. Both research evidence to date and recognition of the substantial impact of traumatic brain injuries support the recommendation for all-ages bicycle helmet legislation. *Key Words:* *Bicycle helmet; Head injuries; Legislation* Recommendations Based on current evidence and the importance of preventing head injuries in children and youth, the CPS makes the following recommendations: - All jurisdictions in Canada should legislate and enforce bicycle helmet use for all ages. - Legislation should be rolled out using social marketing and education to raise awareness of bicycle helmet efficacy, accessibility and importance. - *Other strategies to prevent bicycling injuries, such as separating riders from motor traffic with bicycle lanes, pathways for commuting and recreational cycling, and community safety programs should be implemented concurrently.* - Physicians should counsel families about the importance of wearing bicycle helmets. Where all-ages legislation does not exist, parents should wear a bicycle helmet to model good behaviour and protect themselves. - Sales tax exemptions or rebates and federal tax credits to make the purchase of bicycle helmets less expensive should be adopted. Future research should explore both the intended and potential unintended effects of bicycle helmet legislation, with focus on: - Long-term follow-up to assess the effects of bicycle helmet legislation on compliance, prevalence and head injuries rates, with appropriate control for trends in other traffic safety initiatives. - How enforcement activities influence helmet compliance and prevalence. - The level of bicycling activity after implementation of helmet legislation, with appropriate control for independent and pre-existing trends in bicycling. Acknowledgements This position statement was reviewed by the Community Paediatrics, Adolescent Health, and Healthy Active Living and Sports Medicine Committees, and by the Emergency Paediatrics Section, of the Canadian Paediatric Society. -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com>

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Denver tech companies: ‘The No. 1 thing they want is bike lanes’
by Mark Cohoe 01 Nov '13

01 Nov '13

In a world where city's must compete with one another for jobs, and employers have to work harder to hang on to their talent, both are coming to the realization that being bicycle friendly can make a world of difference. http://www.peopleforbikes.org/blog/entry/denver-tech-companies-the-no.-1-th… Mark Denver tech companies: ‘The No. 1 thing they want is bike lanes’ October 31, 2013 /Michael Andersen, Green Lane Project staff writer/ /Bikeability: Denver's new economic development tool. Photo by Andrew Catellier (Flickr <http://www.flickr.com/photos/whltexbread/8193515101/sizes/z/in/photostream/>)./ The single biggest obstacle to recruiting tech workers to Denver is its lack of good bike lanes, the head of the city's downtown business association said this month. That's why her organization, the Downtown Denver Partnership, is taking the lead to create a "comprehensive protected bike lane plan" for the central city. Here's the passage from DDP President Tami Door's interview with the Denver Business Journal's Bill Husted <http://www.bizjournals.com/denver/news/2013/10/18/tami-door-downtowns-dimin…> (emphases mine): *BH:* Who’s moving into downtown? *TD:* We are the number one destination for millennials in the country. Our staff met with a lot of tech companies in Denver and we asked them what we can do to make companies stay here and come here. You know what they said was the biggest obstacle on getting employees to Denver? *BH:* The 16th Street Mall? *TD:* No. *The number one thing they want is bike lanes.* Ten years ago we never would have thought that walkability or bike lanes would be economic development tools. *BH: *Do you like the B-Cycle program? *TD:* It’s great, but *more importantly we’re working on the creation of a comprehensive protected bike lane plan for downtown.* It’s great that we have the B-Cycle bikes and everyone can use them, but we would like to make bikes an integrated part of downtown. We want more people biking in the normal course of the day, not just because it’s a novelty, but that’s how they commute. Door (who in the same interview mentions that one of her favorite authors is Ayn Rand) is the latest person to make this discovery at the local level. We've previously heard it from the mayors of Seattle and Chicago <http://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2013/02/20/mayor-mcginn-to-rahm-emanuel-seat…>, CEOs in Portland <http://www.peopleforbikes.org/blog/entry/good-bike-access-helps-score-great…> and a commercial office building manager in D.C <http://www.peopleforbikes.org/blog/entry/data-confirms-it-dc-is-the-new-u.s…>. There also seems to be an amusing generational clash here between the 60ish Husted, a former newspaper columnist who seems certain that downtown Denver's biggest economic problem is its mile-long pedestrian mall <http://www.nytimes.com/2012/10/10/us/denvers-downtown-mall-a-headache-and-d…>, and Door, 47, who sees a hunger for more human-friendly spaces, not fewer. In cities where digitally driven office work or the tech sector are important to driving job growth, more business leaders seem to agree that comfortable bike access is quickly advancing from "amenity" to "necessity." /*The Green Lane Project <http://peopleforbikes.org/green-lane-project>* writes about the ways cities are building better bike lanes. You can follow us on Twitter <http://twitter.com/GreenLaneProj> or Facebook <http://facebook.com/TheGreenLaneProject>, or sign up for weekly emails of our latest news here <http://www.peopleforbikes.org/green-lane-project>. Got a bike lane design story worth sharing? Write michael(a)peopleforbikes.org <mailto:michael@peopleforbikes.org>. / http://www.peopleforbikes.org/blog/entry/denver-tech-companies-the-no.-1-th…

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Re: [At-network] Pedestrian realm: event today + Millenium library to get sidewalks
by Beth McKechnie 31 Oct '13

31 Oct '13

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Terry Zdan <tjzdan50(a)gmail.com> Date: Wed, 30 Oct 2013 11:14:52 -0500 Subject: Re: [At-network] Pedestrian realm: event today + Millenium library to get sidewalks Professional Reports: Capelle, D., Wiebe, A., and Sylvestre, G. (2011). *Development of a Winter Sidewalk * *Condition Bulletin: Report to Safe Communities Winnipeg*. Winnipeg, MB.: Institute of Urban Studies, University of Winnipeg. Cardona, K., Wiebe, A., and Sylvestre, G. (2010). *Strategies for Assisting Older Drivers: * *Recommendations for Community-driven Interventions*. Winnipeg, MB.: Institute of Urban Studies, University of Winnipeg. McNairnay, E., Kliewer, K. and Sylvestre, G. (2009). *Community Transportation Toolkit: Interpreting and Implementing the Mobility Disadvantaged Transportation Program Guidelines*. Winnipeg, MB.: Institute of Urban Studies, University of Winnipeg. Cardona Claros, K., Ladd, A. and Sylvestre, G. (2008). *Investigating the Social Capital and Capacity of Older Adults in Rural Manitoba*. Winnipeg, MB.: Institute of Urban Studies, University of Winnipeg. Sylvestre, G., Gaudry, L. and Christopher, G. (2007). *Mobility Options for the Aging Population of Manitoba: An Action Plan for Regional Solutions*. Winnipeg, MB.: Institute of Urban Studies, University of Winnipeg. On Wed, Oct 30, 2013 at 10:47 AM, Anders Swanson <andersswanson(a)gmail.com>wrote: > [Apologies for the late notice on the former - I just found out about it > myself. The latter is a big deal esp. if you are familiar with/live > downtown and/or know the long history of this. - Anders] > > Event Today! > > *Public Lecture* > > *The Political Drifts of Winter Pedestrianism: Exploring Walking Safety > in a Northern Climate**, *by Gina Sylvestre (Department of Geography, > University of Winnipeg) Lecture takes place on October 30, 2013, > 12:30-1:20 pm in 5L24 Lockhart Hall. Refreshments will be provided. > > > ---- > > > Millennium Library getting sidewalks > > Sidewalks are coming to the downtown Millennium Library. > > Public works staff said today that a sidewalk will be constructed on the > Donald Street side in 2014, with a sidewalk along the Smith Street side > likely in 2015. > > Pedestrians going south either cross the street or risk walking along the > road.There are no sidewalks on either side of the library building south to > the corner at St. Mary Avenue. > > src: > http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/Millennium-Library-getting-sidewalks… > > _______________________________________________ > AT-Network mailing list > AT-Network(a)lists.umanitoba.ca > http://lists.umanitoba.ca/mailman/listinfo/at-network > > -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com> *Beth McKechnie* | Workplace Commuter Options <http://greenactioncentre.ca/>Green Action Centre<http://www.greenactioncentre.ca/> <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave | (204) 925-3772 | Find us here<http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member<http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/memberships/>

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Pedestrian realm: event today + Millenium library to get sidewalks
by Anders Swanson 30 Oct '13

30 Oct '13

[Apologies for the late notice on the former - I just found out about it myself. The latter is a big deal esp. if you are familiar with/live downtown and/or know the long history of this. - Anders] Event Today! *Public Lecture* *The Political Drifts of Winter Pedestrianism: Exploring Walking Safety in a Northern Climate**, *by Gina Sylvestre (Department of Geography, University of Winnipeg) Lecture takes place on October 30, 2013, 12:30-1:20 pm in 5L24 Lockhart Hall. Refreshments will be provided. ---- Millennium Library getting sidewalks Sidewalks are coming to the downtown Millennium Library. Public works staff said today that a sidewalk will be constructed on the Donald Street side in 2014, with a sidewalk along the Smith Street side likely in 2015. Pedestrians going south either cross the street or risk walking along the road.There are no sidewalks on either side of the library building south to the corner at St. Mary Avenue. src: http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/Millennium-Library-getting-sidewalks…

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NEW: Rough Guide to Estimating Bike/Ped Facility Costs
by Anders Swanson 29 Oct '13

29 Oct '13

*[ This is brand new (released October 2013) and possibly very helpful. Figured I would pass it on,I have never seen anything quite like it: a candy jar of available tools with rough costs. Very readable and clear. Lays it all out. Note that it is an American publication (so for linear facilities, things are quoted per mile; divide costs by 0.62 to get a per km cost). Kudos to Susanne for sharing. - Anders ]* *Costs for Pedestrian and Bicyclist Infrastructure Improvements <http://www.walkinginfo.org/download/PedBikeCosts.pdf> * A Resource for Researchers, Engineers, Planners, and the General Public <http://www.walkinginfo.org/download/PedBikeCosts.pdf>

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Suspension Bridge for Cycling
by Daniel Gravenor 28 Oct '13

28 Oct '13

http://gizmodo.com/a-floating-suspension-bridge-that-lets-cyclists-sail-ov-… Oh, to be a cyclist in the Netherlands. This steel tensioned deck lets cyclists ride high above a busy multi-lane highway in Eindhoven—one of the most bike-friendly areas in the world.

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Four big reasons why people are giving up cars
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 22 Oct '13

22 Oct '13

http://www.forbes.com/sites/michelinemaynard/2013/10/08/4-big-reasons-why-p… -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member<http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/memberships/> Find us here<http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/>

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Bike Parking in Japan
by Dave Elmore 21 Oct '13

21 Oct '13

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TED Talk - Janette Sadik-Khan and New York City's streets
by Beth McKechnie 19 Oct '13

19 Oct '13

If you have 15 minutes to watch, this is an excellent talk by Janette Sadik-Khan, Department of Transportation (DOT) Commission for NYC. While the phrase complete street is not mentioned, it's exactly what she's talking about -- public space, convenient, attractive and safe space for all users, benefits to businesses, and how to use temporary materials to get things done quickly and in a less threatening way to reduce pushback. Plus she's really funny! cheers, Beth * * * * * Janette Sadik-Khan: New York's streets? Not so mean any more *Filmed* Sep 2013 • *Posted* Oct 2013 • TEDCity2.0 http://www.ted.com/talks/janette_sadik_khan_new_york_s_streets_not_so_mean_… In this funny and thought-provoking talk, Janette Sadik-Khan, transportation commissioner of New York City, shares projects that have reshaped street life in the 5 boroughs, including pedestrian zones in Times Square, high-performance buses and a 6,000-cycle-strong bike share. Her mantra: Do bold experiments that are cheap to try out. As commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation, Janette Sadik-Khan is responsible for the smooth running of a New York that hides in plain sight... the streets, highways, bridges, signs and lights that make up the bustling metropolis.

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Metro News: Councillor welcomes public consultation on Winnipeg's pedestrian and cycling strategy (Oct.18'13)
by Beth McKechnie 19 Oct '13

19 Oct '13

Councillor welcomes public consultation on Winnipeg’s pedestrian and cycling strategy By Bernice Pontanilla <http://metronews.ca/author/bernicepontanilla/> http://metronews.ca/news/winnipeg/828182/councillor-welcomes-public-consult… <http://metronews.ca/author/bernicepontanilla/> A city councillor is applauding the news that Winnipeggers will be given the chance to help shape the city’s pedestrian and cycling strategy. The City of Winnipeg announced on Friday that Urban Systems Ltd has been hired “to undertake the research and development of these strategies for the City.” The firm completed the first phase, which involved preparing demographic and neighbourhood profiles, travel patterns, creating an inventory of existing facilities and identifying best practices and lessons learned from other cities’ strategies. The next step is a public consultation to find out what are Winnipeggers’ short- and long-term expectations when it comes to walking and cycling facilities in the city. “It’s great news that it’s happening,” said Coun. Jenny Gerbasi (Fort Rouge-East Fort Garry), adding this is a major study intended to cover the pedestrian and cycling needs of the entire city. “We spend huge amounts of dollars on one stretch of road, planning that, but this is a plan for the whole city of Winnipeg for cycling and pedestrians.” Earlier this year, Gerbasi led a successful campaign to bring back funding for this strategy after it was axed in the 2014 budget process. “It was poor judgment to just stop all the planning on cycling and walking infrastructure,” she told Metro. “This at a time when most cities are investing more in this, because it’s a good investment in transportation.” The public can visit the website walkbike.winnipeg.ca<http://www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/MajorProjects/ActiveTransportation/WalkB…>and participate in the online survey, email walkbike(a)winnipeg.ca, or attend an open house being planned. The city said a telephone survey will also be used to reach out to gauge people’s opinions on walking and cycling throughout the city.

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