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AT Webinar: E-bikes, Electric Assist Bikes and Transportation Policy, 2-3pm, Wed, Nov19th, EcoCentre
by Beth McKechnie 13 Nov '14

13 Nov '14

Green Action Centre and Bike Winnipeg invite you to join us for a local viewing of the following APBP webinar: E-bikes, Electric Assist Bikes and Transportation Policy. The webinar viewing takes place in the EcoCentre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> 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 * * * * * E-bikes, Electric Assist bikes and Transportation Policy *Wednesday, November 19th, 2:00-3:00 p.m., EcoCentre Boardroom* *Key takeaways* • Develop an understanding of types and definitions of e-bikes, including U.S. federal guidance and regulation • Understand the range and variation of existing North American regulations, and the ramifications for adoption and use of e-bikes • Explore Boulder’s Electric Bike Pilot Project, including models for testing and evaluation *Description* As electric assist bikes become more prevalent, cities must figure out how to integrate these devices into existing transportation networks. This webinar will help you to understand the spectrum of options and get the grounding you need to introduce this topic to your community’s stakeholders. John MacArthur, the Sustainable Transportation Program Manager for TREC at Portland State University, explains the definition and classifications of electric assist bikes, discusses the speed differential of these devices, and provides a review of current North American regulations. Marni Ratzel, Senior Transportation Manager at the City of Boulder, presents the background and results of Boulder’s Electric Bike Pilot Project, which has temporarily allowed the use of e-bikes on paved multiuse paths. The project provides an outstanding model for testing e-bike use, integrating public concerns into regulations, and evaluating results. *Presenters* *John MacArthur* is the Sustainable Transportation Program Manager for the Transportation Research and Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University. He is active in research related to sustainable transportation, particularly in the areas of transportation electrification, climate adaptation, and the relationship between transportation and public health. John is focused on exploring how technology can get more people biking and biking more often in more safe ways. Before joining the OTREC staff, he was the Sustainable Transportation Coordinator for HDR Inc. and worked on Oregon's OTIA III State Bridge Delivery Program, replacing or retrofitting over 200 state bridges. He has worked for 18 years in the environmental and sustainability field. He earned a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Lehigh University and a M.S. in Environmental Health Sciences from the University of Michigan, School of Public Health. *Marni Ratzel* is a senior transportation planner with the City of Boulder, Colorado. Her primary responsibilities are focused on bicycle and pedestrian transportation planning, utilizing a comprehensive approach comprised of the Five Es, which she will briefly discuss in her presentation today, to increase biking and walking trips in Boulder. A regular bus and bicycle commuter, Marni encourages others to integrate bicycling and walking into their daily routine as fun, viable and efficient transportation modes. She received her master's degree in City and Regional Planning from Rutgers University in 1994 and has served city government as a planner in the transportation field for over 19 years.

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TOD summit on Nov 17th
by Anders Swanson 13 Nov '14

13 Nov '14

Hi AT-Network, If there was one thing that was repeated often at Walk21 Sydney, it was the importance of density and transit to promote walking as mode of transportation. In that spirit, I wanted to make sure you got an invitation to this very interesting event being put on the the BIZ on Monday. There is are in-depth discussions and presentation during the day and a public event in the evening. See below. Anders We hope you and/or your colleagues would consider joining us! * See the attached invitation for the roundtable event. Please also see attached invitation for the evening public forum.* Special thanks to our sponsors: Delta BOMA Jairo Viafara Special thanks to our planning partners: The City of Winnipeg Winnipeg Transit Economic Development Winnipeg Exchange District BIZ Dillon Consulting Green Action Center *TOD SUMMIT AGENDA, NOVEMBER 17th* 9-10AM Mayor Gives Greetings (Mr. Brian Bowman) Introduction to TOD (BIZ Representatives & other speakers) 10:30AM-12PM Break off to 3 discussion groups 12-1PM Lunch break 1-3PM Discussion groups continue, followed by a summary and question period 3-4PM Drinks with TOD 6-8PM Public and Downtown BIZ Member Forum · Three international speakers are showcased followed by a panel discussion · Key points from afternoon session are brought forward Best regards, Stephanie Voyce Manager: Placemaking, Cleanliness & Transportation Downtown Winnipeg BIZ 204-958-4621 office 204-958-4630 fax

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Bike infrastructure snakes-and-ladders
by Patman, David 10 Nov '14

10 Nov '14

http://www.wired.com/2014/11/copenhagenize-cycling-game/ 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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Let's Get there Together
by Jackie Avent 29 Oct '14

29 Oct '14

Apologies if these have been circulated before, but check out these great cycling education and safety videos from Edmonton. Great for all ages! http://www.edmonton.ca/transportation/cycling_walking/cycling-video-gallery… -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* 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/>

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Green Action Centre job posting: 2015 Commuter Challenge Coordinator
by Beth McKechnie 28 Oct '14

28 Oct '14

PLEASE SHARE WIDELY, THANKS! *Green Action Centre seeks 2015 Commuter Challenge Coordinator* Are you interested in active and green commuting? Green Action Centre is looking for a detail-oriented and energetic individual to coordinate our 2015 Commuter Challenge. Apply by Friday, November 14th. Find full job posting here <http://greenactioncentre.ca/about/jobs/>.

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Friday fun: This is how we figured where are friends were
by Beth McKechnie 24 Oct '14

24 Oct '14

[image: Photo: Want to bike around #CambMA, but are a little uncertain of how to do it safely? Join us for a FREE on-bicycle training to learn the basics of getting around town on a bike. 11/8, 10:30am-2:30pm. http://bit.ly/1wkts28]

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Mobilizing Knowledge on Active Transportation
by Beth McKechnie 23 Oct '14

23 Oct '14

Further to the webinar series below, here is the Public Health Agency of Canada document: Mobilizing Knowledge on Active Transportation (October 2014) Project Briefing and Highlight Sheets. See how Manitoba' s activities compare with other provinces: http://www.actcanada.com/downloads/6344_Sante_MKET_Report_E_6.pdf ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Sharon Lewinson <Sharon(a)actcanada.com> Date: Fri, Sep 26, 2014 at 7:28 AM [image: Newsletter-Header-Final] *Summary* September 25, 2014 1. *Register for Webinar Series* *Ideas <#1493dd863e384261_148c2351628d81f0_148b1f100f4281c2_abstract> in Motion:* *Mobilizing Knowledge on Active Transportation* [image: http://www.actcanada.com/images/default-source/website-images/ideasinmotion…] *IDEAS IN MOTION:* *Mobilizing Knowledge on Active Transportation* *A series of webinars on active transportation initiatives across Canada presented by ACT Canada in partnership with the Public Health Agency of Canada * Provinces, territories and their partners can boost public health by making active transportation more practical, convenient and safe. This series of four webinars will highlight provincial experiences in several key areas: *STRATEGIES AND COLLABORATION* *INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING AND DELIVERY* *LEGISLATION AND REGULATION* *INFORMATION AND PROMOTION* *WHAT, WHY AND HOW.* Invited webinar speakers will offer their unique knowledge about provincial initiatives, and present their lessons learned. Each webinar will include time for attendees to submit online questions and comments. *JOIN US!* This is a great opportunity to learn from current Canadian experiences. All webinars are free of charge, and attendees may participate using an Internet connection and/or telephone (long distance charges will apply). *RESERVE YOUR PLACE.* To register, see below. Live attendance for each event will be limited to 100 connections, but recordings will be archived at www.ACTCanada.com. *SAVE THE DATE – REGISTER NOW!* [image: RegisterNowBtn] <https://actcanada.webex.com/actcanada/onstage/g.php?PRID=09ccb28532be696c1b…> *THE BIG PICTURE: Active Transportation Strategies and Collaboration * <http://www.actcanada.com/events/webinars/ideas-in-motion-the-big-picture> Thursday, October 9, 2014 12:00–1:30 PM (Eastern) *BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS: Active Transportation Infrastructure * <http://www.actcanada.com/events/webinars/ideas-in-motion-removing-barriers%…> Thursday, November 13, 2014 12:00–1:30 PM (Eastern) *SAFETY FIRST: Active Transportation Legislation and Regulation* <http://www.actcanada.com/events/webinars/ideas-in-motion-safety-first> January 2015 Date and time to be announced *BUILDING CAPACITY: Active Transportation Information and Promotion* <http://www.actcanada.com/events/webinars/ideas-in-motion-building-capacity> *ACT Canada September 2014* CONTACT US: [image: arrow] 613-226-9845 <http://www.actcanada.com/aa88ee3c-d13d-4751-ba3f-7538ecc6b2ca?sf=A3416B63AC…> info(a)actcanada.com <info(a)actCanada.com?Subject=Regarding%20the%20Newsletter> www.ACTCanada.com <http://www.actcanada.com/aa88ee3c-d13d-4751-ba3f-7538ecc6b2ca?sf=A3416B63AC…> FOLLOW US: [image: arrow] [image: TwitterS] <http://www.actcanada.com/aa88ee3c-d13d-4751-ba3f-7538ecc6b2ca?sf=A3416B63AC…> [image: LinkedinS] <http://www.actcanada.com/aa88ee3c-d13d-4751-ba3f-7538ecc6b2ca?sf=A3416B63AC…> [image: FacebookS] <http://www.actcanada.com/aa88ee3c-d13d-4751-ba3f-7538ecc6b2ca?sf=A3416B63AC…> [image: g+S] <http://www.actcanada.com/aa88ee3c-d13d-4751-ba3f-7538ecc6b2ca?sf=A3416B63AC…> [image: YouTubeS] <http://www.actcanada.com/aa88ee3c-d13d-4751-ba3f-7538ecc6b2ca?sf=A3416B63AC…> ACT Canada – 2031 Merivale Road, Ottawa, ON Canada K2G 1G7 To review our privacy policy <http://www.actcanada.com/aa88ee3c-d13d-4751-ba3f-7538ecc6b2ca?sf=A3416B63AC…>, click here. If you no longer wish to receive email newsletters from ACT Canada you may unsubscribe <support(a)actcanada.com?subject=Unsubscribe> Were you forwarded this email? Click here <http://www.actcanada.com/aa88ee3c-d13d-4751-ba3f-7538ecc6b2ca?sf=A3416B63AC…> to subscribe to the ACT Canada Sustainable Mobility Network newsletters. ------------------------------

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Traffic Management in Zurich
by Daniel Gravenor 16 Oct '14

16 Oct '14

Zurich's plan uses a network of sensors to track the number of cars that enter its downtown and prevent more cars from entering until congestion has subsided. http://gizmodo.com/zurich-installed-4-500-street-sensors-to-count-every-ca-… It's interesting to think about how this could feed into cities with mass-transit and active-transportation systems.

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Tomorrow at the Cube! Rally for Public Transit
by Beth McKechnie 16 Oct '14

16 Oct '14

Please note the change in location for tomorrow's public transit rally... > From: General Coordinator <gencoord(a)cfsmb.ca> > Date: October 16, 2014 at 12:59:10 PM CDT > Subject: TOMORROW at the Cube! Rally for Public Transit > > Hi everyone, > > Please spread the word! > > Come show your support for public transit at this October 17 rally leading up to this critical municipal election! > > Winnipeg Rally for Public Transit! > 11 a.m., Friday, October 17 > The Cube in Old Market Square > Facebook event page > > Bring your banners, flags and make some noise for public transit! > > We know that there are many ways that we can improve our city. Come show support for public transit! > > > Confirmed speakers: > John Callahan (Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1505) > > Kate Sjoberg (North Point Douglas Women's Centre) > > Mitchell van Ineveld (Canadian Federation of Students-Manitoba) > > Charlotte Prokopow (Winnipeg Labour Congress) > > Harry Wolbert (Winnipeg Transit Riders Association) > > Joseph Kornelsen (Functional Transit Winnipeg) > > Does your group want to endorse this rally? Let us know. > > RALLY ENDORSEMENTS > Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1505 > Canadian Federation of Students - MB > Council of Canadians - Winnipeg Chapter > Functional Transit Winnipeg > Green Action Centre > Winnipeg Transit Riders Association > > For information contact or to have your group endorse the rally, please contact: gencoord(a)cfsmb.ca > > Sincerely, > > Matthew Brett > > Interim-General Coordinator/ > Intérim-Coordinateur Général > Canadian Federation of Students/Fédération canadienne des étudiantes et étudiants – Manitoba Component > > 511 - 294 Portage Avenue > Winnipeg, MB | R3C 0B9 > Tel/Bureau: 204.783.0787/Fax/Téléc: 204.783.6001/E-Mail/Courriel: gencoord(a)cfsmb.ca > > www.cfsmb.ca > Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. >

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[At-network] http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-drive/get-out-of-my-lane-cant-we-all-just-get-along/article21088352/
by Terry Zdan 16 Oct '14

16 Oct '14

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-drive/get-out-of-my-lane-cant-we-all-j… -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com>

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