March 21, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Nine Mile Creek Trail: Progress & Stasis
The proposed Nine Mile Creek Trail extension through Edina has stirred up a lot of controversy, including NIMBYism disguised as faux environmental concern. This is normal in Edina, which has an excellent Bicycle Task Force working hard despite many residents … Continue reading
March 17, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Proposed Minnesota Bike Laws: Status Check
We’ve covered the proposed new bike laws for Minnesota that would add stricter penalties for motorists who injure cyclists and pedestrians while distracted or committing moving violations, HF 68 and SF 201. These laws were also discussed extensively as part … Continue reading
March 16, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Educating Law Enforcement
When we discuss the 5 Es, it’s easy to get hung up on engineering (the process of building bicycle-friendly streets and facilities for cyclists). However, the cooperation of law enforcement can be a big deal for bicyclists. An engaged and … Continue reading
March 15, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Upcoming: Bicycle Safety Event at REI Bloomington (MN)
I will be co-presenting a free seminar on bicycle safety at the REI in Bloomington on March 25, starting at 7:00PM. The title is “Bicycle Safety is a Two-Way Street,” and fellow Minnesota LCI Lisa Austin and I will be … Continue reading
March 14, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Biking & Walking in Minnesota Fact Sheet
As part of last week’s National Bike Summit, hosted by the League of American Bicyclists, America Bikes put together state-by-state fact sheets about biking and walking for use by advocates in their meetings with members of Congress. Biking & Walking … Continue reading