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APBP's Professional Development Seminar in St.Louis
by Anders Swanson 17 Aug '15

17 Aug '15

[My apologies for neglecting to forward this to you prior to the early-bird deadline. Nonetheless, this a worthwhile professional development opportunity in and the largest walking/cycling conference in North America this year. -Anders] *From:* APBP [mailto:news=apbp.org@mail144.atl61.mcsv.net <news=apbp.org(a)mail144.atl61.mcsv.net>] *On Behalf Of *APBP *Sent:* Thursday, August 06, 2015 11:41 AM *To:* *Subject:* PDS Early Registration Extended to August 14! Register by August 14 for the best rates for the Professional Development Seminar Get the Best Rate for the Professional Development Seminar When You Register by August 14 *Professional Development Seminar | St. Louis, Missouri* * September 28 – October 1, 2015 Visit **apbppds.org <http://apbp.us8.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=037c18ed2ef6f4b756191575e&id…>* Focused on bicycling and walking policy, planning and design, APBP’s 9th Professional Development Seminar offers intensive learning for planners, engineers, advocates, municipal leaders, educators and students. Each 3-hour session at the PDS drills down into best practice and cutting edge thinking to teach strategies for transforming and connecting communities through cycling and walking. Join your colleagues in active transportation and sustainable, healthy living at this one-of-a-kind event. The Early Registration period has been extended to August 14 – Register now for the best rate! *Register Here* <http://apbp.us8.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=037c18ed2ef6f4b756191575e&id…> Preview the program <http://apbp.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=037c18ed2ef6f4b756191575e&id=…> The PDS program includes 20 classroom sessions, 8 mobile tours, 2 poster sessions, and these highlights: - One-minute Flash Presentations. Sample 10 great ideas; later—if you choose--join a round table discussion to explore them in depth - 3-hour sessions focused on topics such as separated bikeways and protected intersections, Complete Streets design exercises, Vision Zero, tactical urbanism, and measuring health impacts of active transportation - A full track devoted to integrating public health into transportation policy - Pre-conference walking and cycling tours of St. Louis plus mobile sessions that explore St. Louis’ historic riverfront, the Cahokia Mounds Trail, and neighborhood networks and their role in revitalizing and transforming the community *What people say about the Professional Development Seminar:* “It was well-run, the sessions were informative, and there were many great people there.” “The schedule was very intensive which was great. There were many options to choose from.” “The APBP PDS has been the best training that I have had in four years.” As a conference destination, St. Louis is affordable and easy to reach. Our conference venue is ideally located for exploring Forest Park and the city’s world class museums. And consider staying after the conference to take part in Lucky’s Ride <http://apbp.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=037c18ed2ef6f4b756191575e&id=…>, a bicycle tour of the Katy Trail that benefits Trailnet’s education programs. Visit apbppds.org <http://apbp.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=037c18ed2ef6f4b756191575e&id=…> and make your plans soon. The hotel room block <http://apbp.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=037c18ed2ef6f4b756191575e&id=…> is good through September 6; great rooms at great rates will go fast. 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WFP-The Herald: Active Transportation Bridge gets some recognition (Aug.7'15)
by Beth McKechnie 17 Aug '15

17 Aug '15

The Herald <http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/our-communities/herald>Active Transportation Bridge gets some recognition http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/our-communities/herald/Active-Transportati… Two recent construction projects in Elmwood were recognized by the Canadian Public Works Association. The Disraeli Active Transportation Bridge received the Canadian Public Works Association (CPWA)’s 2014 Project of the Year award in the Transportation Category for a construction project valued at more than $5 million. "The Manitoba government is proud Winnipeggers can travel more easily and enjoy public space in healthy ways, thanks to investments like this one in the Disraeli Bridge," Minister of Labour and Immigration Erna Braun said in a statement. "Investments in public infrastructure help build stronger communities and a better quality of life for all Manitobans." "The Disraeli Active Transportation Bridge is a key artery of active transportation in our city and has already served our citizens well," Coun. Janice Lukes (South Winnipeg-St. Norbert), chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works, said in a statement. "Active transportation is important for the health, well-being and economic development of our city, and we look forward to expanding our active transportation networks in other areas of Winnipeg." The City of Winnipeg’s Public Works East Yard Complex — located on Thomas Avenue south of Nairn Avenue — was also honoured by the CPWA in the Environmental Category. The yard’s long-term sustainability has been recognized with a LEED Gold Certification. Facebook.com/TheHeraldWPG <http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/our-communities/herald/Facebook.com/TheHer…> Twitter: @heraldWPG <https://twitter.com/HeraldWPG>

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AT Webinar: Streetscape Design to Improve Walking and Cycling, Wed, Aug 19, 2-3pm, EcoCentre
by Beth McKechnie 17 Aug '15

17 Aug '15

Green Action Centre and Bike Winnipeg invite you to join us for a local viewing of the following APBP webinar: *Streetscape Design to Improve Walking and Cycling*. The webinar viewing takes place in the EcoCentre boardroom (3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave) and will be followed by group discussion of local applications. RSVPs appreciated but not necessary. Hope to see you then! cheers, Beth ** * * * ** Streetscape Design to Improve Walking and Cycling *Wednesday, August 19th, 2-3pm, EcoCentre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Boardroom* Learn how thoughtful streetscape design improves the function, enhances safety, and boosts the aesthetic and ecological qualities of a street. This session explores best practices in streetscape design and how two different cities approach issues of policy, zoning and retrofitting. In Burnaby, B.C., comprehensive guidelines support a broad range of outcomes to integrate pedestrian, cyclist, transit and driving networks with the sustainable storm water, urban forestry, street lighting, public art and place-making functions of accessible, complete streets. Learn about the multi-disciplinary process that built these guidelines, which are based on existing plans and policies that support environmental, social and economic sustainability. San Francisco’s WalkFirst initiative aims to improve pedestrian safety. Learn about the methodology developed to prioritize retrofitting projects in order to create the greatest benefit within the constraints of limited funding. *Presenters*: - Stuart Ramsey, Manager, Transportation Planning, City of Burnaby, B.C. - Grahm Satterwhite, Manager, Complete Streets Planning, San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency - Ian Wasson, Urban Design Planner, City of Burnaby, B.C.

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BIZ BIZ TEDx?
by Anders Swanson 11 Aug '15

11 Aug '15

[Think about it: Assiniboine is currently the Portage Avenue for people on bikes. Winnipeg Trails' email account often gets asked :"We are headed out on our bikes, where can we go for coffee/grab a drink along Winnipeg Trails?" Modern north american zoning is traditionally oriented around roads (think how arterial roads are typically also commercial corridors). Increasingly, the possibilities of transit spurring similar development (think transit quality zones/TOD) is becoming better understood. Pedestrians, of course, are occasionally integrated into the equation esp. in urban areas (increased density, mixed use). However, what about bicycles. Whjat about the opportunities created by new trails. There is little known about the potential of new businesses to take advantage of the places that people on bikes stop. Here is an interesting idea from two business owners who've made $ along pathways; they think we need to start thinking about a new category of commercial zoning: bike-in zoning. - Anders ] *Bike-In Zoning* "Linda Thorne and Lanny Tonning have stumbled upon an excellent idea: specific zoning for businesses that wish to cater primarily to cyclists, especially along existing multi-use trails. https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=81&v=l-YxtMoXv1U"

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WFP: Couple travels the world by bike – without leaving the city (Aug.4'15)
by Beth McKechnie 04 Aug '15

04 Aug '15

How to cycle the world in 14 days? Hint: you don't leave Winnipeg *http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/how-to-cycle-the-world-in-14-days-weeks-320576622.html <http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/how-to-cycle-the-world-in-14-days-we…>* They’re pedalling around the world in 14 days. Newly engaged Michael Horbay and Lisa Kappel, both 45, are self-described "avid" cyclists and runners. In summers past, their bikes have taken them across the city, from Bombers games to The Forks and places between. Last year, they cycled to 14 different Folklorama pavilions. This year, they’re hoping to top that, biking to all of the 43 pavilions the festival offers. "Second day in, it’s been an awesome adventure and we’re just, Lisa and I are just pumped," said Horbay Monday evening, the second night of the festival. Already, he and his fiancee had been to three pavilions — Germany, Hungary and Ethiopia — and were about to head out to three more: the Philippines, Portugal and Spain. For two weeks every summer, Folklorama’s pavilions offer Winnipeggers a peek into cultures from all over the globe. Last year’s festival brought out more than 400,000 visitors to the 43 venues, run by more than 20,000 volunteers. Now celebrating its 46th birthday, the festival’s 2015 run began Sunday and will wrap up on Aug. 15. In that time, Horbay and Kappel estimate they will cycle more than 400 kilometres — logging just over 30 the first night and assuming the next 13 will be similar — and catching between two and four shows a day. You’ll be able to spot them by their bright red T-shirts, branded "Cycling Folklorama #seeitall." "Folklorama means a lot to us," said Kappel on Monday. "It’s a chance to experience a holiday within our own city. We get to see the world on our bikes." After sampling a handful of pavilions by bike last year and loving it, Kappel said she and Horbay decided to get serious this time round. "This year, we actually took holidays and re-arranged our schedules for the weeks to make it out to all of (the pavilions)," she said. "Michael sat down, and we got the Folklorama (guide), and a lot of the pavilions are kind of grouped together. We picked the furthest one of the grouping and then we go to the other ones after that." Horbay said the biggest motivation to ride to each event is pretty simple. "You know, cycling is, first of all, a lot of fun," he said. There’s also the added layer of convenience: no worries about finding parking, and Horbay said staff at the pavilions have been "extremely gracious" in helping store the cycles safely — plus, there’s no traffic. Kappel added she appreciates that cycling is easier on the environment than driving around in a car, and both value the chance to challenges themselves and get some exercise. The pair will be tweeting about their journey, using the hashtags #michaelandlisafitnessfun and #seeitall — a challenge in itself, Horbay noted. "The cycling is the easy part, it’s all the social media we have to keep up on," he quipped. More than anything, Kappel said she hopes other Winnipeggers are inspired to catch a Folklorama show — by bike or otherwise. "I think sometimes we (Winnipeggers) tend to not take advantage of things that are offered at home," she said. "We just want to encourage Winnipeggers to get out there on their bikes and to take advantage of what the city has to offer right here at home." aidan.geary(a)freepress.mb.ca *Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition August 4, 2015 A2*

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WFP: Councillors hire lawyer to persuade re-vote on contentious transportation plan (Aug1'15)
by Beth McKechnie 01 Aug '15

01 Aug '15

[sigh..] Councillors hire lawyer to persuade re-vote on contentious transportation plan http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/Councillors-hire-lawyer-to-p-3203271… A trio of Winnipeg city councillors opposed to portions of the city’s controversial pedestrian and cycling strategy are calling for a re-vote after they produced a legal opinion that found there were no grounds to block debate to the amendments they were proposing. Couns. Russ Wyatt, Ross Eadie and Jason Schreyer hired local lawyer Dave Hill following the July 15 council meeting, where Speaker Devi Sharma — on the advice of the city clerk — refused to allow debate on the 20 amendments to the strategy. Sharma ruled the city’s procedure bylaw limits the number of amendments to a motion to two, and that was taken up by two friendly amendments already put forward by Couns. Scott Gillingham and Jenny Gerbasi. Schreyer immediately rose to challenge Sharma’s ruling, but he couldn’t muster enough support from other councillors to support him. But in a written report to the three councillors, Hill said he could find no provisions in the procedure bylaw to support Sharma’s ruling and added perhaps the motion approving the strategy was illegal because council had broken its own rules by refusing debate on all the amendments. "I am not surprised there is now legal opinion backing up my challenge of the Speaker," Schreyer (Elmwood-East Kildonan) said. Wyatt (Transcona) said he hopes the legal opinion is enough to persuade Mayor Brian Bowman to bring the strategy back to council for another vote. "All we want is our amendments to be considered," Wyatt said Friday. The three councillors said they used their ward allowance funds to hire Hill, explaining his legal bill is expected to be in the range of $500 to $750. "It’s a travesty that well-thought-out amendments were denied democratic debate," Eadie (Mynarski) said. Bowman’s office said the mayor was unavailable for comment Friday. City clerk Richard Kachur said council has always interpreted Section 27 of the procedure bylaw as limiting the number of amendments to any motion to two. "I didn’t have to get a legal opinion, it’s always been interpreted this way for the past 20 years," Kachur said. "There’s been lots of practice and precedent to support this. This is how council conducts itself." Council’s July 15 meeting was a wild affair, with Wyatt storming out of the chambers after Sharma blocked debate on the 20 amendments. Wyatt ran to the mayor’s office and taped a copy of each amendment to his glass door and wrote "democracy denied" on each document. At the July 15 meeting, Sharma ruled only the first two amendment motions tabled for an item can be debated and voted on. She said, based on advice from the city clerk, that if more motions are added for debate, it requires a two-thirds vote of council to suspend the rules and allow the debate on the additional amendments. Only Wyatt, Eadie, Schreyer, Jeff Browaty and Shane Dobson voted to suspend the rules. That council meeting culminated a month-long campaign by Wyatt, Eadie and Browaty to gather support for changes to the strategy. They had singled out errors in the maps that marked out pedestrian and cycling routes. They even took out radio ads promoting their concerns. aldo.santin(a)freepress.mb.ca

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Friday smile: Everyday Cyclists' New Hero (Momentum)
by Beth McKechnie 31 Jul '15

31 Jul '15

For a Friday laugh, check out this video from Sao Paulo that's making the rounds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=luNGjffDjCs Read the full story <http://momentummag.com/this-man-lifting-a-car-is-every-frustrated-bike-rider> in Momentum Magazine how this fellow lifts a car (by hand) out of a bike lane so he can cycle through. -- *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/become-a-member/>. Donate at CanadaHelps.org <http://canadahelps.org/> <http://canadahelps.org/>

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Heat-sensitive map
by Patman, David 29 Jul '15

29 Jul '15

Given Winnipeg's climate, this would be useful here for wayfinding (with both cold weather and hot weather info.) http://www.citylab.com/navigator/2015/07/a-map-that-adapts-to-the-weather/3… 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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National Association of Realtors (US): Millennials favor walkable communities
by Beth McKechnie 29 Jul '15

29 Jul '15

Millennials Favor Walkable Communities, Says New NAR Poll Jul 28, 2015, 12:46 ET from National Association of Realtors <http://www.prnewswire.com/news/national+association+of+realtors> http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/millennials-favor-walkable-communit… WASHINGTON, July 28, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Millennials prefer walking over driving by a substantially wider margin than any other generation, according to a new poll conducted by the National Association of Realtors® and the Transportation Research and Education Center at Portland State University. The *2015* *National Community and Transportation Preference* *Survey* <http://www.realtor.org/reports/nar-2015-community-preference-survey> found that millennials, those aged 18-34, prefer walking as a mode of transportation by 12 percentage points over driving. Millennials are also shown to prefer living in attached housing, living within walking distance of shops and restaurants, and having a short commute, and they are the most likely age group to make use of public transportation. The poll also found that millennials show a stronger preference than other generations for expanding public transportation and providing transportation alternatives to driving, such as biking and walking, while also increasing the availability of trains and buses. Millennials likewise favor developing communities where people do not need to drive long distances to work or shop. "Realtors® don't only sell homes, they sell neighborhoods and communities," said NAR President Chris Polychron, executive broker with 1st Choice Realty in Hot Springs, Ark. "Realtors® aid in improving and revitalizing neighborhoods with smart growth initiatives, helping create walkable, urban centers, which is what more Americans want in their neighborhoods. While there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all community, more and more homebuyers are expressing interest in living in mixed-used, transit-accessible communities." As a whole, the survey found that Americans prefer walkable communities more so than they have in the past. Forty-eight percent of respondents reported that they would prefer to live in communities containing houses with small yards but within easy walking distance of the community's amenities, as opposed to living in communities with houses that have large yards, but they have to drive to all amenities. And while 60 percent of adults surveyed live in detached, single-family homes, 25 percent of those respondents said they would rather live in an attached home and have greater walkability. When choosing a new home, respondents indicated that they would like choices when it comes to their community's transportation options. Eighty-five percent of survey participants said that sidewalks are a positive factor when purchasing a home, and 79 percent place importance on being within easy walking distance of places. Women in particular value walkability in their communities, with 61 percent indicating that having sidewalks with stores and restaurants to walk to is very important. When it comes to respondents' thoughts on transportation priorities for the government, 83 percent indicated that maintaining and repairing roads and bridges should be a high priority, with expanding roads to help alleviate or reduce congestion as the next highest priority, at 60 percent. While consumers' top two concerns are related to driving, over half of survey participants stated that expanding public transit and providing convenient alternatives to driving should also be high priorities. TREC's research on active transportation and urban housing choices provided a foundation to build upon in working with NAR for this poll. "It's great to work with an organization that reaches so many professionals and has such an effect on people as they decide where to live," said Jennifer Dill, director of TREC. "This poll shows again how strong a role transportation plays in housing decisions." The survey of 3,000 adult Americans living in the 50 largest metropolitan areas was conducted by American Strategies and Meyers Research in May 2015 and analyzed by researchers at Portland State University. TREC, the Transportation Research and Education Center at Portland State University, produces timely, practical research useful to transportation decision makers and supports the education of future transportation professionals. TREC houses the National Institute for Transportation and Communities, the Initiative for Bicycle and Pedestrian Innovation and the Portal transportation data archive. The National Association of Realtors®, "The Voice for Real Estate," is America's largest trade association, representing 1 million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries. *Information about NAR is available at **www.realtor.org* <http://www.realtor.org/>*. This and other news releases are posted in the "News, Blogs and Videos" tab on the website.* **

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AT Webinar Reminder: How Rapid Transformation Delivers Bike-Friendly Streets, 2-3pm, Wed, July 29, EcoCentre
by Beth McKechnie 28 Jul '15

28 Jul '15

*** Friendly reminder about tomorrow's webinar *** Green Action Centre and Bike Winnipeg invite you to join us for a local viewing of the APBP and Green Lane Project webinar: *How Rapid Transformation Delivers Bike-Friendly Urban Streets*. The webinar viewing takes place in the EcoCentre boardroom (3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave) and will be followed by group discussion of local applications. RSVPs appreciated but not necessary. Hope to see you then! cheers, Beth ** * * * ** How Rapid Transformation Delivers Bike-Friendly Urban Streets *Wednesday, July 29th, 2-3pm, EcoCentre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Boardroom* Explore how the concept and practice of rapid implementation is evolving and has altered the way cities develop and deliver urban street projects. This webinar previews a new report from PeopleForBikes on the institutionalization of real-time transportation programs and shows how the techniques are becoming embedded as normal practice within city governments. A developing project delivery technique is transforming the way cities put new bicycle facilities on the ground. Presently identified with pilot projects and rapid implementation, real-time transportation programs are progressing rapidly from outlier status to status quo. PeopleForBike’s research indicates that no two cities have established and evolved these programs in quite the same way, suggesting that the technique is flexible and easily adaptable. The report also delves into the role of leadership and different scenarios for selling the approach. This webinar reviews the origins of rapid implementation and discusses institutional settings, relationships with other parts of transportation, planning and public works departments, the process of project development, relationship to capital programs, and emerging issues. Speakers from Pittsburgh and Seattle provide insight based on their cities’ experience. *Speakers:* - Dongho Chang, City of Seattle - Jon Orcutt, PeopleForBikes - Kristin Saunders, City of Pittsburgh

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Changes to TOD ordinances in Chicago
by Patman, David 27 Jul '15

27 Jul '15

Interesting ideas in Chicago: Increasing the area zoned for TOD & making it acceptable to provide bike parking instead of vehicle parking... http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-cta-housing-bicycles-0727-biz-201… 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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AT Webinar: How Rapid Transformation Delivers Bike-Friendly Streets, 2-3pm, Wed, July 29, EcoCentre
by Beth McKechnie 23 Jul '15

23 Jul '15

Green Action Centre and Bike Winnipeg invite you to join us for a local viewing of the APBP and Green Lane Project webinar: *How Rapid Transformation Delivers Bike-Friendly Urban Streets*. The webinar viewing takes place in the EcoCentre boardroom (3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave) and will be followed by group discussion of local applications. RSVPs appreciated but not necessary. Hope to see you then! cheers, Beth ** * * * ** How Rapid Transformation Delivers Bike-Friendly Urban Streets *Wednesday, July 29th, 2-3pm, EcoCentre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Boardroom* Explore how the concept and practice of rapid implementation is evolving and has altered the way cities develop and deliver urban street projects. This webinar previews a new report from PeopleForBikes on the institutionalization of real-time transportation programs and shows how the techniques are becoming embedded as normal practice within city governments. A developing project delivery technique is transforming the way cities put new bicycle facilities on the ground. Presently identified with pilot projects and rapid implementation, real-time transportation programs are progressing rapidly from outlier status to status quo. PeopleForBike’s research indicates that no two cities have established and evolved these programs in quite the same way, suggesting that the technique is flexible and easily adaptable. The report also delves into the role of leadership and different scenarios for selling the approach. This webinar reviews the origins of rapid implementation and discusses institutional settings, relationships with other parts of transportation, planning and public works departments, the process of project development, relationship to capital programs, and emerging issues. Speakers from Pittsburgh and Seattle provide insight based on their cities’ experience. *Speakers:* - Dongho Chang, City of Seattle - Jon Orcutt, PeopleForBikes - Kristin Saunders, City of Pittsburgh

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CBC: Helmet camera catches close call between Winnipeg cyclist and bus
by Beth McKechnie 23 Jul '15

23 Jul '15

Helmet camera catches close call between Winnipeg cyclist and bus A close call caught on camera between a Winnipeg cyclist and bus has a cycling instructor calling for the bus driver to be fired. "It was definitely scary," said Al Paul, who captured the incident on a camera mounted on his helmet. Paul said the near hit happened at about 7:10 am Monday morning when he was commuting by bike to his downtown job. *Full article and video*: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/helmet-camera-catches-close-call-bet…

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Rossland BC drops speed limit to 30km/h
by Beth McKechnie 23 Jul '15

23 Jul '15

Rossland, B.C. Speed Limit Dropped To 30 Km/H http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2015/07/22/rossland-bc-speed-limit_n_7852790.h… A southeastern city in B.C. is bucking the trend to raise speed limits and is actually slowing traffic down to 30 km/h. The city of Rossland, B.C. <http://www.rossland.ca/new-speed-policy-rossland> announced the local speed limit change last week. Maximum speeds in the city are dropping to 30 km/h, with schools zones and narrow streets at 20 km/h and drop-off areas at 15 km/h. The changes are in response to years of public safety concerns, as well as part of the traffic calming effort in the area, according to a city news release. "Council took a look at it, and we decided that yeah, 30 kilometres an hour is plenty fast <http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/rossland-speed-limit-drops-t…>," Rossland Mayor Kathy Moore told CBC Radio. It's also meant to encourage people to walk or ride bikes more often. Despite the slower pace, the city said nearly everyone will be able to reach a main provincial highway within three minutes of leaving their home. Last summer, the provincial government raised the speed limit on some highways <http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2014/07/02/highway-speed-limit-bc_n_5552447.ht…> to 120 km/h from 110.

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Metro: Winnipeg's new pedestrian and cycling strategy, by the numbers
by Beth McKechnie 14 Jul '15

14 Jul '15

Winnipeg’s new pedestrian and cycling strategy, by the numbers By Colin Fast <http://metronews.ca/author/cfast/> http://metronews.ca/voices/your-ride-winnipeg/1425450/winnipegs-new-pedestr… As council prepares for its final (God willing) debate over the city’s new pedestrian and cycling strategy on Wednesday, it’s a good time to look at some of the key numbers surrounding this initiative: *— $334 million. *That’s the total price tag for the strategy. While it sounds like a lot, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, that‘s spread out over 20 years to build multi-use paths, greenways, protected bike lanes, sidewalks and pedestrian bridges all over town. And second, that funding might never actually materialize, as city council would have to approve capital funding for active transportation projects every single year based on what money is available in the budget. And while opponents say that’s too much to spend on bike paths, here’s another number to keep in mind … *— Five billion.* That’s what the city’s Transportation Master Plan will cost in the next 20 years. And that’s not for fixing existing infrastructure — that’s for new roads, bridges, underpasses and rapid transit lines. So that means walking and cycling projects only account for about 6.7 per cent of the total transportation wish list, which is a lot lower than … *— Nine per cent.* That’s the current share of Winnipeggers who use walking or cycling as their primary form of transportation each morning, according to that very same Transportation Master Plan. So it appears the city isn’t proposing to spend “too much” on active transportation, but actually not enough. The problem gets even worse when you consider this statistic … *— Forty-seven per cent.* That’s the percentage of Winnipeggers who said in a phone survey they would cycle more often if the city built more separated bike lanes. That’s right, this strategy wasn’t just created by a cabal of consultants and cycling elitists on Twitter, but actual scientific polling was done to figure out whether people were interested in biking and walking more. Speaking of walking … *— Fifty-three per cent.* That’s the share of people who said they would walk more often if the city filled in the gaps in the cycling network. And if the city actually goes ahead with this plan, maybe they could walk to one of … 3,800 new construction and engineering jobs. According to a University of Massachusetts study, cycling projects create 11.4 local jobs for every $1 million spent, while pedestrian projects create about 10 jobs for the same amount of money. Multiplied by $334 million, that’s a lot of additional employment and economic activity. Interestingly, the same study said road projects only generate 7.8 jobs for every $1 million. And if all that’s not enough to convince councillors, then here’s one last figure for them: 142 years. That’s how long it has taken for Winnipeg to finally come up with a comprehensive plan to get more people walking and biking. It’s time to get this city moving. *Colin Fast is a communications specialist and freelance journalist in Winnipeg. Out of guilt, he avoided looking directly at his unused bike while writing this column. Find him @policyfrog on Twitter.*

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Playing, with fire: How much risk should we expose our kids to?
by Beth McKechnie 14 Jul '15

14 Jul '15

Letting children slip the leash and engage in risky outdoor play offers huge benefits to physical, emotional and social health, says Mariana Brussoni, an assistant professor at the University of British Columbia’s school of population and public health. Brussoni is lead author of a review of play research published last week in the *International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25023135>*. Overprotective parenting and tediously safe playgrounds contribute to a decline in rough-and-tumble play and a generation of sedentary children. The report concludes: “There is a need for action to slow or reverse the trend in order to promote and preserve children’s health.” http://www.macleans.ca/society/life/playing-with-fire-how-much-risk-should-…

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New reports: Active Cities and State of Walking Movement in Canada
by Beth McKechnie 13 Jul '15

13 Jul '15

Thanks to Jaymi Derrett for sharing the following two new reports: *Designed to Move: Active Cities* A new report, *Designed to Move: Active Cities* <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001sSzFkjCHriLo0e2HUsB-iMemcooqSuaq3xztKCiOEPKs…>, is a blueprint for city leaders in creating an active city, regardless of city size or location. The report shows that cities with physically active populations are not only more economically competitive - they also benefit from increased productivity, improved school performance, higher property values, and improved health and well-being. *State of the Walking Movement in Canada* The State of the Walking Movement in Canada: Survey Summary Report <file:///C:/Users/Owner/Desktop/State-of-Walking-in-Canada-Survey-Summary-Report_final_2015.pdf> is the presentation of findings collected from The State of the Walking Movement in Canada Survey. The survey investigated the practices, resources, and needs of groups and organizations across Canada that promote walking and plan for walkability. Acquiring this information is of timely importance due to the increasing reliance on the private automobile, and increasing rates of chronic illness throughout the country, to which walking can combat. cheers, Beth -- *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/become-a-member/>. Donate at CanadaHelps.org <http://canadahelps.org/> <http://canadahelps.org/>

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AT Webinar: Health in All Policies, Wed, July 15th, 2-3:15pm, EcoCentre
by Beth McKechnie 13 Jul '15

13 Jul '15

Green Action Centre and Bike Winnipeg invite you to join us for a local viewing of the APBP webinar: *Health in All Policies*. The presentations will include how this approach can increase prioritization of active transportation and explore different tools for quantifying the health benefits of bicycle and pedestrian projects. The webinar viewing takes place in the EcoCentre boardroom (3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave) and will be followed by group discussion of local applications. RSVPs appreciated but not necessary. Hope to see you then! cheers, Beth ** * * * ** Health in All Policies *Wednesday, July 15th, 2-3:15pm, EcoCentre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Boardroom* *Learning objectives: * - Define Health in All Policies - Describe model policies and tools to implement the HiAP approach to active transportation - Identify and understand analytical tools for evaluating the health benefits of nonmotorized transportation investments Health in All Policies provides a way for policymakers – at all levels and across all agencies – to systematically consider health in their policy development efforts. With local government facing tremendous budget constraints, HiAP offers a cost-effective approach that focuses on improving existing programs, policies and projects (rather than creating new programs that require additional funding). Learn how adopting a Health in All Policies approach can result in enhanced collaboration between agencies and increase prioritization of active transportation. California's unique statewide, multi-agency Health in All Policies Task Force is in the vanguard of this new planning approach. Speakers describe how the task force has promoted a coordinated approach to statewide active transportation initiatives, explain how to replicate the HiAP approach in any community, and review a toolkit of model policies to establish Health in All Policies at the local level. The session also identifies and explores different tools for quantifying the health benefits of bicycle and pedestrian projects. *Presenters:* - Sean Co, Toole Design Group - Meredith Lee, California Department of Public Health - Dr. Sandra Whitehead, National Association of County and City Health Officials - Heather Wooten, ChangeLab Solutions

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EPC Wednesday
by Anders Swanson 06 Jul '15

06 Jul '15

The latest post on winnipegtrails.ca http://www.winnipegtrails.ca/another-opportunity-to-have-a-say-epc-wednesda… ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE A SAY: EPC WEDNESDAY JULY 8TH PEDESTRIAN AND CYCLING STRATEGIES There is one more opportunity to speak about the cycling and walking strategies at committee before they are sent to council for adoption. The strategies are appearing in front of the Executive Policy Committee on Wednesday, July 8th: West Committee Room Council Building, City Hall, 510 Main Street 9:00am Here is the agenda <http://clkapps.winnipeg.ca/dmis/ViewDoc.asp?DocId=14504&SectionId=&InitUrl=>. (look for bullet 4 in the public works committee report section). *If you wish to register to speak (We urge you to come out and express your views: Whether you speak for or against, please consider attending. It is always valuable to exercise your democratic right to speak. You can register to speak by emailing the committee clerk, Carlos Gameiro, at CGameiro[a]winnipeg.ca <http://winnipeg.ca>. Note: If you are working that day or otherwise too busy to attend, note that you can also send a letter to the above email and have it included in the register and officially submitted to the committee. * To recap: We have been following this closely and are very much looking forward to Winnipeg having vision for cycling and walking. While this is far from the last time to give input (all recommendations and projects in the strategies are subject to extensive consultation and further research and approval), we look forward to – for the first time – operating in a city with an official mandate that takes walking and cycling (and scooters, wheelchairs, skateboards and strollers) seriously. [image: NortheastPioneersGreeway1] You can read all about the pedestrian and cycling strategies here. <http://www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/MajorProjects/ActiveTransportation/WalkB…> Since 2003, Winnipeg Trails has been working with you to create a connected network of trails and protected bicycle facilities throughout Winnipeg, for everyone. All of our partners, including the City of Winnipeg, the Province of Mantioba, NGOs, stewardship groups, firms, private businesses and clubs have begun to envision walking and cycling for what it is: extremely important to the fabric of our city. Until now, we have often helped target connectivity based on when/if funding was available, sought expertise and network planning where we could find it and built trails where space could be found. In general, without an official plan, you do the best you can with what you have. Our vast network of skilled and knowledgeable individuals and groups have done tremendous things, but we all recognized we were ready for the next step. At our most recent strategic planning session, there was unanimous consent on two things: the need for more connectivity and the importance of these cycling and walking strategies. We are not alone. Cities across Canada have been developing walking and biking plans in haste. We need one too. And we need ours to be on the leading edge. There are incredible advantages to walking and cycling seriously – not the least of which is that it offers mode choice and improves the efficiency all other modes of transportation – including bussing and driving. Cities are also in competition with each other – for investment, for tourists, for innovation, for taxpayers. It is very important to recognize that liveability is an extremely important metric for businesses looking to locate and stay. Keeping ones skilled workforce, and youth, is critical. Investing in walking and cycling means investing in a city that is modern, vibrant and forward-thinking. When it comes to transportation, it can be quite simple: give people a choice, make it equitable, make it inexpensive, make it easy, make it good for the environment, make it cool, make it healthy and make it fun. Win, win, win, win, win, win, win. [image: OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA] The best cycling and walking environments are created when they are treated as an essential service like any other part of the transportation system. In 2010, Winnipeg finally began to live up to its potential and spent more per capita on cycling and walking than almost anywhere else in the world. Cycling numbers jumped in the years thereafter and sparked a bike boom that we are still seeing growing today. So many people are out walking on key trails that they are nearly shoulder to shoulder in busy times. Much can be accomplished with stakeholder input and councillor guidance, but it was recognized that Winnipeg needed a long term vision based on community, councillor *and* professional input (for the same underlying reasons that automobiles and transit networks require a long term plan).. Soon after 2010, as part of the Our Winnipeg, Winnipeg released a master transportation plan for automobiles and buses. One of its key recommendations was the development of separate walking and cycling strategies (presumably there wasn’t enough time/budget to do the extensive consultations and work required to address these modes properly at the time). This process (the development of the cycling and walking strategies) began a couple years after the larger transportation master plan was finished and adopted. Consultants were hired, it was briefly cancelled, then reinstated due to popular demand and, ploddingly, the process began to move forward. The report received input in numerous ways. Strategically located open houses were advertised broadly. Thousands of Winnipeggers took the time to fill out exhaustive surveys. Comprehensive and impartial telephone polls reached hundreds of random people who might not have taken the time to respond to surveys or attend open houses. The results of the random polling confirmed what we suspected all along – trails and protected bike lanes are popular, walking is important, and people want safe and connected trails in order to feel comfortable exploring the city they love. It also determined that there is a vast pool of “interested but concerned” people who are simply awaiting investment in safe infrastructure. They may not read the paper, or show up at trails meetings, but if you build it, they said they’d come. As the Winnipeg Trails Association, we have seen it in action. Representatives from Winnipeg trails joined a large and diverse group of stakeholders from numerous different communities and causes including environmental, cycling, seniors, real estate and development, business, Universal Design and Accessibility, who were honoured to sit on the Stakeholder Advisory committee for two years as these strategies were developed. As the consultants did their work, Winnipeg Trails representatives were asked to give approximately 16 hours of their time each to sit on various review committees, attend large stakeholder workshops and raise awareness of the open houses. They offered their non-binding input and feedback, giving the consultants valuable insight. In a rare development, even young children were consulted in the preparation of this plan. A special workshop was developed locally just for them, where internationally-respected planners joined WTA, local NGOs and school children themselves to do their own version of the walking and cycling consultations – in a language they could understand. For once, even those under 16 we’re included in discussions on changes that affect them. They were, understandably, all for more trails. [image: YRibbon1] Most recently, a review of the consultation work <http://www.cbc.ca/m/touch/canada/manitoba/story/1.3081263> determined that the consultation met international best practices for community consultation – and confirmed what senior officials were saying – that all cycling and walking projects done as part of the plan would have built-in and extensive consultation as part of the design process. The upside of recent media stories is that they too have drummed up a high level of interest. We are now at the point where almost no one in Winnipeg remains unaware of this exciting issue! Nonetheless, the fact remains that roads in Winnipeg are still missing sidewalks, our trails are too-often sparse in key areas and disconnected, and many of our bike paths simply end. Demand is far outpacing supply and we need to catch up. It is time to move forward. a message from Anders Swanson Coordinator, Winnipeg Trails Association

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Protected bike lanes across Canada
by Anders Swanson 29 Jun '15

29 Jun '15

http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/special/editors-picks/out-of-harms-way-310…

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WFP: Sno job for citizens? City to consider requiring residents to keep sidewalks shovelled (Jun24'15)
by Beth McKechnie 24 Jun '15

24 Jun '15

Snow job for citizens?City to consider requiring residents to keep sidewalks shovelled http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/snow-job-for-citizens-3094641… The burden of clearing snow from city sidewalks may soon fall onto the shovels of Winnipeg homeowners. Residential walks are currently cleared of snow by the city, but support is growing at city hall to follow the practice of most other Canadian cities, which force homeowners to shovel the city's walks and fine those who refuse. "We typically look at it annually during the budgeting process," said Brad Sacher, director of public works, adding the city spends hundreds of thousands of dollars every winter clearing sidewalks. "We're asked to look at what kind of efficiencies we can find, and this one sticks out like a sore thumb because so many other cities do it this way." Coun. Janice Lukes, chairwoman of the public works committee, said if Sacher doesn't raise the issue in a pending cost-benefit analysis of snow clearing, she will make sure it becomes part of the public debate. "We should put the facts on the table about what it costs," Lukes (St. Norbert) said. "We're one of the very few cities that do it." The issue surfaced after it was discovered it was included as part of a 20-year pedestrian and cycling strategy. Buried in the 344-page report was a recommendation the city end its practice of clearing residential sidewalks and instead require homeowners to do it and fine those who don't. Residential sidewalks "should become the responsibility of every owner or occupant of any building abutting the public sidewalk," the recommendation in the pedestrian and cycling strategy report states. "These sidewalks should be cleared within 24 hours of end of snowfall and should be shovelled to bare pavement... "Penalties should be imposed on residents who fail to clear their sidewalk." Public works acknowledges some people -- particularly seniors and those with mobility issues -- may not be able to clear their own sidewalks in winter, and recommends initiatives to assist those individuals, including a "snow angels" program -- neighbours and volunteers who shovel works for those physically unable. Transcona Coun. Russ Wyatt told the committee the recommendations on sidewalk snow clearing should be removed from the strategy document, but the committee accepted the report in its entirety and it now heads to council for consideration. In addition to sidewalk snow clearing, city streets are cleared down to the bare pavement, from curb to curb. There was a public uproar when a consulting firm reviewed the public works department operations and said city hall could save money if it didn't clear the streets from curb to curb. The suggestion was never adopted. Sacher said the sidewalk snow-clearing issue found its way into the strategy document after it was raised by residents during the public consultation process. Sacher said some residents said they'd prefer to shovel the walk in front of their homes instead of waiting for city crews to do the work a week after a snowstorm. aldo.santin(a)freepress.mb.ca *Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 24, 2015 B1* JUST TO BE CLEAR... WINNIPEG isn't the first Canadian city to consider DIY snow clearing for public sidewalks. The Ontario cities of Hamilton, Kitchener, Waterloo and Windsor have all left residents responsible for sidewalk snow clearing. Here are six other cities that have also gone that way: - *Vancouver:* Residents and business owners are expected to clear sidewalks by 10 a.m. the day after every snowfall, seven days a week. The city encourages residents to adopt the sidewalks of neighbouring seniors or people with mobility issues and keep them clear all winter long. Failure to keep walks adjacent to residential homes can lead to fines of $250 per offence, while apartment blocks and business can incur fines ranging from $750 to $2,000. - *Calgary: *Since 1974, property owners in Calgary have been responsible for clearing the sidewalks adjacent to their properties within 24 hours of snow or ice accumulating. The city has also been promoting a Snow Angels campaign for more than 10 years, encouraging able-bodied residents to help seniors and others in need by adopting sidewalks to clear. Residents nominate their Snow Angels annually for special recognition letters from the mayor, and Snow Angels are given free parking passes from the Calgary Parking Authority. If property owners don't clear their sidewalks within 24 hours, the city gives them notices to shovel and scrape their walks within an allotted period of time. Fines vary based on the length of sidewalks and the amount of snow and ice accumulated. - *Edmonton: *A community standards bylaw requires property owners shovel their adjacent walkways -- sidewalks and driveways -- within 48 hours of a snowfall. Those who violate the bylaw are given one warning notice per season before being issued a ticket. Tickets are $100, and if a contractor has to be sent to remove snow, the property owner will be invoiced again separately. The city recommends residents sprinkle salt or gravel on the ground to give pedestrians traction and provides free boxes of sand at community drop points for citizens to use. - *Regina: *The City of Regina also provides sand to help residents keep their walks safe. Regina requires downtown businesses to clear their walks within 24 hours of a snowfall, while businesses, apartments and vacant lots outside downtown are given 48 hours to clear the snow. - *Saskatoon:* Residents are required to clear their private walks within 48 hours of a snowfall, while some commercial properties are only given 24 hours. When reports of uncleared sidewalks are filed to the City of Saskatoon, a bylaw inspector investigates and doles out 48-hour warnings to residents. Those who don't clear adequately can expect fines ranging from $100 to $2,000, depending on the severity and number of infractions. - *Toronto: *City crews clean the snow and ice from much of Toronto but aren't able to do so in core areas. Residents and business owners in the city's core are asked to clear adjacent walkways within 12 hours of every snowfall. Violating the bylaw can result in a $100 fine, with $25 surcharges. People needing snow-clearing help in Toronto's core can submit special requests to the city. *-- Jessica Botelho-Urbanski*

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WFP: Lukes eyes 30 km/h speed limit for residential streets & Crossing guard fed up with reckless drivers (Jun24'15)
by Beth McKechnie 24 Jun '15

24 Jun '15

Lukes eyes 30 km/h speed limit for residential streets http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/lukes-eyes-30-kmh-speed-limit-for--r… DO you like driving 30 km/h in school zones? How about on all residential streets? Coun. Janice Lukes, the public works chairwoman, wants Winnipeg to consider reducing all residential street speed limits to 30 km/h. The lower limit would not apply to regional streets, which are major routes such as Main Street or Portage Avenue. Lukes wants a pilot project in Fort Richmond, which is in her St. Norbert ward, but approval would have to come from the province first. "That solves all of our problems with cycling, walking, to have a limited speeding amount for vehicles," she said. One idea she has is to piggyback off the work of former Daniel McIntyre councillor Harvey Smith, who attempted to lower residential street speed limits to 40 km/h from 50 km/h in 2012. The motion was defeated by the public works committee in 2013 after an administrative report recommended against it. Earlier this week, a community committee in Toronto voted in favour of reducing the speed limits in some residential areas to 30 km/h. A report by Toronto's city staff said it could increase safety for residents and increase the number of residents using active transportation, but would be costly and might not work with every local road. Lukes said she would be open to investigating reducing the speed limit on weekends or at certain times of the day. "It is absolutely something in my tenure I will be looking at," she said. "I know (Fort Richmond) has five or six schools in an area, parks, so there is nothing wrong with piloting a project to see what happens." *-- Kristin Annable* Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 24, 2015 0 * * * * * Crossing guard fed up with reckless driversPosting licence plate numbers on Facebook http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/crossing-guard-fed-up-with-reckless-… A Winnipeg crossing guard hopes to shame bad drivers into better behaviour by posting their licence plate numbers on social media. Cecile Desjarlais has worked at a busy intersection in the West End since last fall, helping adults and children from a nearby school cross the street. Desjarlais says she's blown away by the number of close calls she's encountered with drivers, seeing kids almost hit by cars. On Monday, she said she had three narrow misses with vehicles. "I was in my intersection in the middle of the road with my vest on and my flag out, trying to get some kids across," Desjarlais said Tuesday. "Out come two vehicles, one after the other, and they passed on the inside of me, thankfully, so I was able to protect the kids." Thirty seconds later, another car nearly hit her and pedestrians again, she said. "There was even a closer call two weeks before where a child was just stepping off the curb... and somebody cut in the outside lane and hit the flag right out of my hand," Desjarlais said. "(Drivers) are being inattentive, they're late possibly for an appointment or work, or they just don't care." Fed up, Desjarlais decided to create a Facebook group where she plans to list the licence plate numbers of reckless drivers she sees. She will also be reporting the numbers to Winnipeg police, she said. Desjarlais talked to police about the issue and they said it's all right for her to post the plate numbers online. Police told her they will also be following up on all the numbers she reports. The Facebook group, Crossing Guards Wall of Shame, had 118 members subscribed after one day. Desjarlais said she will be the only person in the group posting licence plate numbers, so she can ensure they are authentic. One group member who hopes to help is Maurice Grégoire, the president of Teknisult Enterprises Ltd., which manufactures video cameras for school buses. Grégoire said he wants to help Desjarlais by giving her a wearable hat-camera that will shoot video and audio. That way, she won't have to take her eyes off the children to write down licence plate numbers in a notebook, he said. "It's all about advocacy for student safety," he said. "Whatever resources I have that she can use, go for it." Desjarlais hopes the Facebook group will raise awareness among drivers and, consequentially, make for safer commutes to school. "The drivers need to be aware that the crossing guards are out there. We're not out there just to cause havoc with traffic or anything. We're just trying to get people across the street safely," Desjarlais said. "How would they feel if they were running late or on the way to work and they were to hit me or a child? They're not going to get to their destination any quicker if that was to happen." jessica.botelho-urbanski(a)freepress.mb.ca *Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 24, 2015 0*

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WFP: Council to vote on bike route barricades & Progress on cycling routes (Jun24'15)
by Beth McKechnie 24 Jun '15

24 Jun '15

Council to vote on bike route barricades http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/council-to-vote-on-bike-route-barric… A civic committee has given the green light to reinstate barricades along the city's Sunday/holiday bike routes. At Tuesday's public works committee meeting, councillors voted unanimously in favour of bringing back the barricades, which helped warn motorists the roadways were for local traffic only. The motion to reinstate the barricades must still be approved by council. The barricades were removed this year and replaced with signs at the intersections that read, "Motor vehicle travel limited to one block, 8:00-20:00, Sundays and holidays." However, the removal of the barricades was met with displeasure from councillors whose wards are within these routes. River Heights-Fort Garry Coun. John Orlikow and Daniel McIntyre Coun. Cindy Gilroy voiced their approval of the motion from the city centre community committee, which called for the barricades to return along the four designated streets. Lyndale Drive, Scotia Street, Wellington Crescent and Wolseley Avenue are considered cycling paths from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays and statutory holidays from mid-May to mid-October. Orlikow said since the barricades were removed, his Sundays have been filled with emails and phone calls from his constituents, who say motorists are not reading the signs. Gilroy, who is also on the public works committee, echoed these concerns stating at the meeting, "it is just not working," now that the barricades are gone. The barricades were removed this year after a recommendation from the public works department, which saw it as a way to save money. Public works director Brad Sacher told a civic committee last July that it cost the department $35,000 a year to have staff put up and take down the barricades on the four routes every Sunday during the cycling season. Progress on cycling routes A 20-year strategy for constructing a network of pedestrian and cycling paths across Winnipeg is heading back to city council for approval. The pedestrian and cycling strategy was endorsed Tuesday -- for the second time -- by the public works committee. Couns. Russ Wyatt (Transcona) and Jeff Browaty (North Kildonan) told the committee they were concerned that area residents weren't notified about the impacts the strategy will have when specific streets are identified as routes. They also said the maps in the report contained errors. But the report was unanimously adopted without changes after a senior administrator said the strategy is a long-term guide that will be subject to council and public approval before any component is implemented. Brad Sacher, director of public works, said annual action plans will contain detailed routes and costs and they will be subject to public consultation and council approval. Sacher said the strategy included maps to demonstrate where gaps exist in existing pedestrian and cycling routes and where new routes should go but they're not set in stone. Coun. Janice Lukes said councillors and residents will determine the details of routes on an annual basis. Questions about the public consultation process of the study were resolved when the new office of public engagement reviewed what the strategy authors had done and said the methods were adequate and complied with industry best practices. *-- Aldo Santin, Kristin Annable* Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 24, 2015 B3

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road cycling the new golf for business networking
by Terry Zdan 22 Jun '15

22 Jun '15

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/road-cycling-the-new-golf-for-busines… -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com>

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VeloCity report back: Love to Ride software
by Anders Swanson 22 Jun '15

22 Jun '15

[I met with Thomas, the creator of this program in Nantes. He heard I was behind Winter Bike to Work Day and wanted to chat. I found this system to be very interesting, sophisticated and graphically beautiful. Its essentially a platform for companies and individuals to get started, challenge each other and share their experiences cycling. It doesn't appear to really be aimed at a "normalized cycling culture" but it may have its uses, particularly in places like Canda or the UK or Australia with dismal numbers that already do stuff like Bike to Work Week or Commuter Challenge to get people talking. It certainly seems to be catching on all over the place. It takes the basic concept of the above, injects some digital steroids, and tosses in strong social media muscle to make it spread widely. It costs $ to implement, but the costs seem fair for what you get. The sponsorship component is handled deftly. It may be worth considering brining this to Winnipeg, or replacing certain IT aspects of what we already do with their system. . . esp. considering the number of cities/countries that are signing on. At the very least, I am going to look into how perhaps we might be able to do this nationally for Bike Day in Canada Next Year. If any of this interests you, talk to me. - Anders] >From Thomas: Hey Anders, It was great to meet you at Velo-City. Here is some more information for you and your colleagues to look at re Love to Ride. Our Partner facing site - www.lovetoride.org A short 2 min Animation on Love to Ride - https://challengeforchange.wistia.com/medias/7jckx9l8kz <https://challengeforchange.wistia.com/medias/7jckx9l8kz> A short 5 min TEDx Talk I gave - http://getmorepeoplecycling.com/2014/07/09/thomas-speaks-at-tedx-atlanta/ <http://getmorepeoplecycling.com/2014/07/09/thomas-speaks-at-tedx-atlanta/> A couple of example sites: UK – www.lovetoride.net/uk Sydney, Australia - www.lovetoride.net/sydney <http://www.lovetoride.net/sydney> Please feel free to pass this email on to any partners you work with who might also be interested in learning about Love to Ride. A skype call in the next few weeks could be a good option. Cheers, Thomas -- Thomas Stokell Executive Director Love to Ride US: +1 (310) 9067897 Skype: thomasstokell thomas(a)lovetoride.org www.linkedin.com/in/thomasstokell www.lovetoride.org

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