April 10, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Media Bias in Cycling Accidents
Bob Mionske, author of the excellent and invaluable Bicycling & the Law, has highlighted the issue of media bias in bicycle-vehicle accidents in his newest VeloNews column. I would be the first to agree with his assertion that cyclists who … Continue reading
March 19, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Bloomington Bike Trail Development
Bloomington (Minnesota) is looking at developing some links within a long-proposed 72-mile trail from Fort Snelling to Le Sueur, per the Star-Tribune. As usual, within a proposal that should be good news, I find a moment of ‘urk!’ To wit: … Continue reading
March 13, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Another Proposed Federal Cycling Resolution
Having previously mentioned Senator Tom Harkin’s ‘Complete Streets’ legislation (proposed March 3), I would be remiss in not mentioning House Resolution 305, proposed by US Representative Earl Blumenauer (D-Oregon) on February 28. Representative James Oberstar (DFL-Minnesota) also seems to be … Continue reading
March 10, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Tom Harkin Introduces Complete Streets Legislation
Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) introduced a bill last week designed to promote roadway design to create facilities appropriate for all users of the streets. Continue reading
January 28, 2008
by julie
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Parts of Minnehaha Parkway under I35W will be closed for several weeks to allow some of the bridge work contruction, according to MNDOT and the Star-Tribune. some of the paths – pedestrian and bicycle – will be kept open throughout. … Continue reading