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Agenda
Thursday, May 18th, 2006 @ 5:15 P.M.
Siskiyou Room @ 51 Winburn Way
Community Development & Engineering Services Building
CALL TO ORDER
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: April 20th, 2005
III. PUBLIC FORUM - Business from the audience not included on the agenda.
(Limited to 5 minutes per speaker and 15 minutes total.)
IV. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Budget Update
Eagle Mill Road/BFC Signage & Jurisdiction Issues
Status of Bicycle Friendly Community Application
Sk8Guard Rack Installation Update
Introduction of New Member
V. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
Election of Officer(s)
De -Briefing on Earth Day & Bike Swap
North Main Multi -Use Path
Update on Who Rides Where
Traffic Enforcement
Discussion of Striping of Bikelanes & Paths
Car Free Day (9/22/06)
Powers & Duties of the Commission
Discussion of Personal Goals and Individual Time Commitment Expectations
Subcommittee & Liaison Reports
New Business
Agenda Items for Next Month
V. ADJOURNMENT
Upcoming Meetings
Next Regular Meeting - Thursday, May 18t", 2006 at 5:15 P.M.
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Bicycle & Pedestrian Commission
April 20th, 2006
Regular Minutes
Roll Call Tracy Harding Secretary Christina Lacy (absent)
Tom Marvin David Young (absent)
Chair Dylan Robbins Vice Chair Julia Sommer
Selene Aitken Paul Rostykus (absent)
Council Liaison: David Chapman
Staff: Derek Severson, Assistant Planner (absent) Steve McLennan, Police Officer (absent)
RVTD liaison: Paige West, RVTD/TDMPlanner (absent)
High school liaison: Vacant SOU liaison: Nathan Meyerson
Traffic Safety liaison: Colin Swales (absent)
Call to Order
Chair Robbins called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m.
Approval of Minutes — March 16tt`. 2006
The minutes of March 16` , 2006 were approved as presented.
Public Forum
Egon Dubois raised concerns about Eagle Mill Road, which he recognized as being beyond the city jurisdictions, as
being narrow with no shoulder and loose gravel at the edge. He noted that large construction vehicles, narrow
width, and speeding combine to make this a dangerous situation for cars and bicycles. Robbins noted that the bike
path runs parallel and can get anywhere you could on Eagle Mill via the bike path. Dubois was planning to suggest
making this road off limits to bicycles, but he suggested that at a minimum signage be placed encouraging the use of
the bike path. He also expressed concern about the placement of the Bike Friendly sign on such an unfriendly route.
Earth Day
Harding discussed what was planned, and what materials she had for distribution. She stated that she and Meyerson
would be there early, and that Chapman and Aitken would arrive later. Chapman added that he would bring the
banner and foam board to mount maps.
Bike Swap
There was discussion of the upcoming volunteer meeting. Dubois noted issues with getting a food vendor on site
and with getting the music permit. Robbins pointed out that the Sneak Preview may donate an ad, and Harding
noted that she had flyers. Members discussed what prizes had been donated or could be made available. Harding
clarified that whatever proceeds don't go to sellers go to bike safety education. Robbins noted that the new skate
swap was and exciting addition to the event. Harding added that the Police Department would be on hand to register
new bikes on the spot.
Car Free Day
Harding stated that the subcommittee would like help with the many things there are to do; she asked Robbins to
help involve the bike shops. Sommer noted that they would like to enlist the aid of other commissioners. Robbins
stated that the owner of Tabu was interested in having a street caf6. Harding noted that if the event covers two
blocks, both will need to have equally lively events. She suggested that the bike rodeo could be on one block, with
bike mechanics on one or both, and restaurants on both. Harding emphasized that the event cannot eliminate access
to the drive -through or night deposit at Wells Fargo. She suggested changing the tours to the morning from 11-2,
with the full event after. She stated that they were hoping for local celebrities, tree commissioners, and etc. to lead
tours and bike rides. Robbins suggested a scavenger hunt ride to engage both adults and children. Harding feels
that Marvin should organize the essay contest. Chapman would like a car smashing booth. There was discussion of
whether sales could occur at the booths. Members noted that they hoped to include a raffle. There was further
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discussion of the essay contest and how to get it underway with Tidings and JPR advertising to address substantive
changes to encourage a car free lifestyle.
Sommer noted that she would like to see employers take the lead in encouraging participation by their employees.
Harding stated that she would prepare a % sheet for distribution at the Bike Swap with details and some car free
alternative options. Chapman suggested involving the Tidings in the essay contest, with judging by the Tidings'
readers board.
Sommer noted she had prepared a letter for the merchants, and that she had already talked to them in person and was
planning to use the letter as follow up.
Members discussed possible films to be screened at the event, and the possibility of having films shown at the
Varsity Theater. Dubois also suggested a booth with information on becoming car free.
Sommer stated that she has initiated contact with the YMCA, and has offered to let them have a booth or provide
more substantive support. She explained that they are now sponsoring overnight bicycle touring trips.
Sommer explained that the subcommittee was looking for a clear statement of how much advertising and what other
details there are about RVTD's support this year. She noted that there was a level of uncertainty about how much
the Commission would have to pick up that RVTD covered last year. Harding suggested that less paid advertising,
combined with flyers and word of mouth about last year's success, should work well this year.
Marvin stated that he would look at a model and themes for the essay contest.
Liaison Reports
Chapman noted that Council would be looking at all commissions for efficiency; he suggested that next month there
be an agenda item to discuss the commission's mission statement and goals. Members briefly reviewed the mission
statement.
Chapman noted that there was likely a vacancy on the Jackson County Bicycle Advisory Committee, and Sommer
added that there was a position still on the RVMPO PAC. Harding noted that she, Chapman and Sommer had
attended RVCOG countywide meetings and that she would be more interested in getting involved at this level after
meeting people involved in this effort. Aitken suggested inviting the Jackson County Bicycle Advisory Committee
to Car Free Day. There was general discussion of working to improve liaison roles with the County and State
committees.
Meyerson discussed his work on campus with the Ashland Community Bike Program and the Bike Library. He
stated that they will be acquiring a new covered rack to accommodate 40 bikes, and explained that there was a $20
refundable deposit to rent a bike for one term. He emphasized that the biggest concern is getting the bike back, and
added that the students would maintain the bikes and be charged if they didn't return the bike. He concluded that
they hope to focus more on promotional efforts. Harding added that they have a surplus of bikes, but need to get
them into running condition. He added that another work party was in the works. Meyerson clarified for Dubois
that they have just begun a record -keeping system, but that they don't have any statistical data on the history of the
program to date. Harding clarified that this is a community program, and bikes are available to anyone not just
students. Meyerson noted that they are considering a $30 refundable deposit to community members due to the
greater difficulty in keeping track of them.
Meyerson noted that efforts continue to get funding back for RVTD service, and stated that he feels that this will
happen, but not until the next budget year.
Meyerson pointed out that there was work being done to create bike racks out of salvaged materials from old racks
and other materials that are stored at the SOU Physical Plant.
Sommer noted the need for a better public address system for Car Free Day. Harding stated that they had a
commitment from someone to provide a system.
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Sommer read the Mayor's letter responding to the commission's letter of last month, and members discussed the fact
that Measure 37 claims have the city considering expansion of its urban growth boundary just to retain some control
of future development.
New Business
Chapman/Sommer m/s to direct staff to pursue signage on Eagle Mill Road directing cyclists to use the bike
path. Voice vote: All AYES. Motion passed.
Robbins noted that John Hinke was back in town, and he was hoping to convince him to come back to the
commission.
Marvin indicated that this Commission may not be the forum to pursue the North Main multi -use path. Members
expressed their support for the idea in concept and urged Marvin to continue his work to bring forth a formal
proposal. Marvin expressed his frustration with the ongoing discussions without ever taking action. Robbins noted
that there were practical issues of right-of-way acquisition that needed to be addressed before simply moving ahead
with a concept. Members discussed the relationship between a North Main Street multi -use path, the Downtown
Planning Process, and the fact that jurisdiction is shared with ODOT.
Chapman discussed the history of trying to gain two more feet of shoulder and get the speed limit lowered, and
noted that the slowness of the process was daunting.
Dubois expressed doubt about the success of a Downtown Plan as the only viable option he saw was to re-route
Highway 99 out of downtown. He suggested that the only other option was to demolish blocks of buildings and start
fresh.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Upcoming Meetings:
5:15 P.M. Thursday, May 18t - Regular Meeting in the Siskiyou Room
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Derek Severson - Re: Car Free Day committee meeting minutes
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From: "Paige West" <transportationoptions@gmail.com>
To: reclamation <reclamation@riseup.net>
Date: 4/20/06 2:05:00 PM
Subject: Re: Car Free Day committee meeting minutes
Update from RVTD...
Completed advertising for Bike Swap: Posters & flyers created and
distributed, display ads in Nickel and Siskiyou weeks April 24th through May
13th, radio ads on JPR starting next week, bus advertising sign needs to be
updated still. Changed the Hotline message and have confirmed Low Down
Board Shop's participation.
Wrapping up Walker SR2S program- wouls like th Commission's support by
possibly participating in an end of the year event.
Tabling at Earth Day this Saturday located next to the Commission's table
again :)
Involvement with Car Free Day: Assist with advertising: TV, Radio,
Newspaper, Posters etc. Also materials for CFD such as the Day's Schedule
etc. Assist with coordinating children's activities such as Dave Nourie's
tricks, Bicycle Rodeo, sidealk chalk art etc. Also assist with
announcements on PA system including the Transportation Hero Award. I would
also like to assist with the tablers and inviting organizations that are and
were interested.
Have a great night! Wish I could be there!
Paige West
RVTD TDM Planner
541-608-2429
CC: <juliasommer@yahoo.com>, <meyersonn@students.sou.edu>,
<seleneaitken@yahoo.com>, "Derek Severson" <seversod@ashland.or.us>, "Tom Marvin"
<marvin@sou.edu>, "David Chapman" <DavidSusan@ashlandhome. net>, "Dylan Robbins"
<dylanrobbins87@hotmail.com>, "David Young" <dyoung@jeffnet.org>
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Derek Severson - Car Free Day committee meeting minutes
From: reclamation <reclamation@riscup. net>
To: <juliasommer@yahoo.com>, <meyersonn@students.sou.edu>, <seleneaitken@yahoo.com>
Date: 4/18/2006 3:20 PM
Subject: Car Free Day committee meeting minutes
CC: Derek Severson <seversod@ashland. or.us>, Paige West <transportationoptions@gmail.com>
Car Free Day/ Bike & Pedestrian Commission sub -committee
Monday April 17th, noon SOU library coffee shop
Julia and Trace attended
We discussed the 2 street expansion and how we expect it to work. Bike rodeo on Pioneer.
Mechanics on Oak.
Discussed involving bike shops while observing that they can not sell anything. Maybe booth
space where they offer free services/mechanics to promote their shops.
We discussed adding a raffle, winner must be present. Looking for help soliciting prizes.
Listed items to bring to commission:
planning volunteers
(Derek, it's time again to add to the agenda a discussion of personal goals as commissioners
and time commissioners are willing to spend on bike/ped issues outside or regular monthly
meetings.)
brainstorm celebrity tour/ride leaders
brainstorm tablers/participants
brainstorm demonstrations that illustrate practical alternatives to car dependence
essay contest... too much of Julia & Trace... someone else want to add this to the element?
budget money
DO TO list:
Julia will:
check with Paige on RVTD commitment
check with Paige about inviting Bike First folks to talk about their experience trading car
commute miles for bike commute miles
check with Paige regarding Transportation Hero Awards
check with Paige regarding advertising
check in with Oak St merchants via a letter
write a letter to Ashland's larger employers seeking their involvement in encouraging
employee participation on CFD and everyday. Maybe a lead up to CFD... a certain number of
car free days in advance equals getting off work early to attend the event.
see if the YMCA could somehow be involved
look around at Earth Day for potential tablers for CFD
Trace will:
make banner reservation
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get the banner from Electric and consider redesign and repaint
recruit banner painters
talk to Derek about raffle logistics, could we sell tickets, money goes where?
list possible raffle donors
talk to Derek about street closure and amplification permits
check with Derek or Rachel to see that there are enough bike & trails maps printed to sell
look into renting PA
look for CF related entertainment such as street theater, music
look around at Earth Day for potential tablers for CFD
contact last years tour guides to see if they want to do it again except between 11-2, ending
at event start time.
get ride leaders.... maybe local celebrities
contact UBI to ask for more involvement, perhaps provide mechanics
contact the Varsity Theater, see if they'll show a bike film for CFD weekend.
talk to Wells Fargo about the parking lot situation
create a 1/4 sheet for Bike Swap announcing CFD and suggesting practical alternatives to
car dependence
design and silkscreen shirt for volunteers and to have as raffle prizes
We shall meet again! Maybe those who would like to be involved could suggest some meeting
times that work for them.
Let me know if I missed anything. And lets keep each other posted.
Thanks,
Trace
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BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN COMMISSION
2005-2006 BUDGET UPDATE
May 181", 2006
PROGRAM FUNDS
2005-2006 PROJECTS AMOUNTS APPROVED TO DATE
Bike Safet Education/Safe Routes $1600.00
Car Free Day $65.64
.. ........... _ ._.. ........._______
Bike Swap
_._...... ............
Helmets $150
_............ . ... . ........
Skateboard Racks $600
M................... .. ............ ..
Other
TOTAL BUDGETED FOR FY'05-06 $3,300.00
COMMISSION FUNDS
$750 in Commission Funds available in addition to the $3300 in Program Funds.
These are set aside for subscriptions, conference attendance, etc.
BIKE SWAP FUNDS
Staff would strongly recommend that any motions for the use of these funds be
framed as recommendations to the Ashland Parks Foundation in order to avoid
any confusion about the status of these funds or the Bicycle & Pedestrian
Commission's role in managing them under Oregon state budget law.
Derek Severson - Bicycle Friendly Community Award
From: "Bill Nesper" <BillNesper@bikeleague.org>
To: <seversod@ashland.or.us>
Date: 4/19/06 11:50:31 AM
Subject: Bicycle Friendly Community Award
Dear Derek Severson,
Congratulations! The League has re -designated Ashland, OR a Bicycle
Friendly Community at the Bronze level. This decision involved careful
review of your application and consultation with local cyclists.
As you know, this award is presented only to communities with remarkable
commitments to bicycling. You should be very proud of this
accomplishment. The League will be releasing a national press release on
this and looks to work with you to help promote this accomplishment.
If you would like to do a renewal award ceremony of some kind, please
let us know. Also, we now have fact sheets for each awarded community.
If you haven't seen the new case study, please download the new BFC
booklet at
http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/communities/images/Bicycle%20Friendly
%20Community%20Case%20Study.pdf to get an idea of what these city fact
sheets look like. We are asking you to provide a few photographs that we
can use to update your fact sheet. Of course, we will ask you to proof
this fact sheet before it is sent out.
You will also be receiving specific feedback in a few weeks from the
League of American Bicyclists on what you can do to make Ashland, OR
more bicycle -friendly as well as a renewal decal for your BFC sign, and
your renewal award.
Your designation will be due for renewal in May of 2008. At that point
your community will be reevaluated so we urge you to make as many
improvements as possible in the meantime!
Once again, accept our congratulations on your tremendous efforts to
create a community that is truly bicycle -friendly.
Sincerely,
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Derek Severson - Re: For the traffic commission concerning ordinance 11.52.030E
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From: Dawn Lamb
To: Derek Severson; Karl Johnson; Matt Warshawsky
Date: 4/20/06 8:01:48 AM
Subject: Re: For the traffic commission concerning ordinance 11.52.030E
Matt,
I see your point and I also believe the traffic loops are in the middle of the lane that trigger the light and
they are supposed to be sensitive enough to pick up a bicyclist.
I will forward this to Derek Severson who is the liaison to the Bike and Pedestrian Commission. This is a
topic they would most likely want to approach. I will also send this email to Karl Johnson, one of my
engineering techs to see where the bicycle traffic loops are in the pavement.
Derek is on vacation this week so he will probably get back with you next week.
I'm glad you were not hurt.
Take care,
Dawn
>>> Matt Warshawsky <mwarshaws ky@azeotech.com> 4/19/2006 5:11:43 PM >>>
Hello Dawn,
I feel like a bit of a complainer, but then again without community involvement how can we improve the
city? Here is something for the traffic commission again. I wasn't sure who to email it to.
Today I was hit by a motorist while riding my bike downtown. I was at a complete standstill in the center of
the lane waiting for a traffic signal and was rear ended at slow speed. Fortunately neither I nor my bike
was hurt. However, on describing the accident to the police officer, he stated that Ashland law says that a
bike must remain within 5 feet of the side of the street. I was in the center of the lane where I always ride
when I'm riding downtown because I am easily able to keep up with traffic. While I certainly understand
this rule for cyclists riding significantly slower then traffic, I do not understand why this applies to cyclists
that are travelling at the same speed as traffic. Oregon statute even says that cyclists travelling at the
speed of traffic are subject to motorist rules (as applicable) and do not have to stay to the side. This is
section 814.430 and can be found at -
http://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/HWY/BIKEPED/docs/bike-ped statutes.pdf . I believe this is a normal law
around the US and is so because the safest place for a bike travelling at the speed of traffic is in the
middle of the lane. This is for many reasons:
1) From the middle of the lane you are most visible, especially to traffic entering the road.
2) From the middle of the lane you can avoid being doored
3) From the middle of the road you have more room to avoid collission
4) Most motorists are not used to passing bicycles going close to their speed. By riding in the middle of
the lane you are preventing motorists from passing you and cutting you off when early (which they
shouldn't be doing since you are going the speed of traffic which is presumably at the speed limit).
5) From the middle of the road you can get around a car that all the sudden decides to turn right without
looking to see if a cyclist is there. Unless there is a bike lane, I do not like to pass automobiles on the right
for this reason. So at intersections I pull into the middle of the lane to avoid getting squished and to act
more like a vehicle. I can out accelerate most vehicles.
I find this particular ordinance most surprising in Ashland where much of the speed limits are 20 or 25
mph, which is easily attainable by road cyclists. This is especially true downtown where the speed limit is
20 and where every one of the above items pretty much occurs at once.
Now, I would not normally worry about this as I doubt a police officer is going to pull me over if I am being
Derek Severson - Re: For the traffic commission concerning ordinance 11.52.030E Page 2
safe. In the case of my accident today, the motorist was either drunk, high, or senile and did not belong
driving. In this case, there was no question of fault. If however, the motorist had been a normal citizen
who simply looked down at the wrong time, and I or my bike had been injured, it is entirely possible that
the insurance company or judge could find me partially at fault because this ordinance says that I
shouldn't have been in the middle of the lane. For this reason I am bringing this to your attention and
hope you will consider revising section E of 11.52.030 with the following "at a speed less than the normal
speed of traffic" as the Oregon statue says. It would then read something like this:
E. Traffic Regulations. The use of a bicycle in the City shall be subject to all of the provisions or laws of
the State and the laws of the City, including those applicable to the drivers of motor vehicles, except as to
the latter, those provisions that by their very nature have no application; and bicycles when ridden on a
street or highway at a speed less then the normal speed of traffic shall be ridden at the right-hand side of
the street or highway and within five (5) feet of the curb when possible, and shall pass to the right when
meeting vehicles.
Please advise when this might be on the agenda and if it would be appropriate to gather all the Ashland
road cyclists in support of this change.
Thanks again for your time.
Matt Warshawsky
443 Allison Street
488-0917
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CHAPTER 11.44
PEDESTRIANS
SECTIONs:
11.44.010 Use of sidewalks.
11.44.020 Crossing at right angles.
11.44.030 Crosswalk --Use required.
SECTION 11.44.010 Use of sidewalks.
Pedestrians shall not use a roadway for travel when abutting sidewalks are available for doing so. (Ord.
1557 S21, 1968)
SECTION 11.44.020 Crossing at right angles.
No pedestrian shall cross a street at any place other than by a route at right angles to the curb or by the
shortest route to the opposite curb except in a marked crosswalk. (Ord. 1557 S22, 1968)
SECTION 11.44.030 Crosswalk --Use required.
In blocks with marked crosswalks, no pedestrian shall cross a street other than within a crosswalk. (Ord.
1557 S23, 1968)
CHAPTER 11.52
BICYCLES
SECTIONs:
11.52.010
Definitions.
11.52.015
Standards.
11.52.020
Equipment.
11.52.030
Regulations.
11.52.040
Right -of -Way.
11.52.050
Responsibility of Parent or Guardian.
11.52.060
Accidents.
11.52.070
Bicycle License Required.
11.52.080
Issuance of License.
11.52.090
License Tags --Registration Cards.
11.52.100
License Fee.
11.52.110
Penalties.
SECTION
11.52.010 Definitions.
The following words and phrases, when used in this Chapter, shall, for the purpose of this Chapter have
the following meanings:
A. Bicycles mean every device propelled exclusively by human power upon which any person may
ride and is designed to travel with not more than three (3) wheels in contact with the ground and
which are more than fourteen (14) inches in diameter.
B. Bike Lane - where bicycle travel and demand is substantial and where adequate width is
available, a portion of the roadway may be designated for preferential use by bicyclists.
C. Bike Path - a bike path is a bikeway which is physically separated from motorized vehicular
traffic by an open space or barrier and may be within the roadway right-of-way or within an
independent right-of-way.
D. Riding is the act of propelling the bicycle by means other than pushing it with the hands.
E. Shared Roadway - on a shared roadway facility, bicyclists share the normal vehicle lanes with
motorists. Where bicycle travel is significant, these roadways are signed as bicycle routes.
F. Shoulder Bikeway - smooth paved roadway shoulders provide a good area where bicyclists can
ride with few conflicts with faster moving motor vehicle traffic. Where bicycle travel is
significant, shoulder bikeway routes are signed as bicycle routes.
G. Operating is the act of having one or more feet on the pedals to propel the bicycle.
H. Rental Agency is any person, firm, co -partnership, association or corporation engaged in the
business of offering for rent, and renting, bicycles for use by members of the public. (Ord. 1787
S1, 1973; Ord. 2439 S1, 1988; Ord. 2513, 1989)
SECTION 11.52.015 Standards.
The State of Oregon Bicycle Master Plan approved by the Oregon Department of Transportation on
March 15, 1988, is incorporated by reference. (Ord. 2513, 1989)
SECTION 11.52.020 Equipment.
The following equipment is required on all bicycles and it is unlawful to operate a bicycle without its
having such equipment:
A. Brakes. Brakes adequate to control the movement of and to stop and hold such bicycle.
B. Lam. No bicycle shall be permitted on any bicycle route, lane, street, or any other highway
between thirty (30) minutes after sunset and thirty (30) minutes before sunrise without a clear,
white light visible under normal atmospheric conditions from the front for not less than five
hundred (500) feet, indicating the approach or presence of the bicycle, and also a red light or
reflector mirror visible for three hundred (300) feet from the rear; said lights, or reflectors, must
be attached to the bicycle or, in the alternative, an arm light may be used which may be placed on
either the arm or leg of the bicycle rider.
C. Audible Signaling Device. A bicycle rider using any sidewalk must make an audible signal to
warn pedestrians they are approaching from the rear, and at a distance to allow the pedestrian to
move to the right in order to allow passage of the bicyclist on the left of the pedestrian. (Ord.
787 S2, 1973; Ord. 2439 S1, 1988; Ord. 2606 S1, 1990)
SECTION 11.52.030 Regulations.
The following regulations apply to riding and operation of a bicycle:
A. Riding on sidewalks in the Central Business District. No person shall ride or operate a bicycle
on a sidewalk in the central business district or commercial zone.
B. Racing. No person shall engage in, or cause others to engage in, a bicycle race upon the streets
or any other public property of this City without permission of the Chief of Police. Major races
involving closure or restructuring of city streets must be presented to the City Council through
the Chief of Police.
C. Method of Riding. A person shall not ride a bicycle other than with their feet on the pedals and
facing the front of the bicycle. No bicycle shall carry more persons at one time than the number
for which it is equipped.
D. Carrying Articles. No person operating a bicycle shall carry any packages, bundles, or articles
which prevent the rider from keeping at least one (1) hand upon the handlebars and in full control
of said bicycle.
B. Traffic Regulations. The use of a bicycle in the City shall be subject to all of the provisions or
laws of the State and the laws of the City, including those applicable to the drivers of motor
vehicles, except as to the latter, those provisions that by their very nature have no application;
and bicycles when ridden on a street or highway shall be ridden at the right-hand side of the
street or highway and within five (5) feet of the curb when possible, and shall pass to the right
when meeting vehicles.
F Speed on Bicycle Routes. No bicycle shall be ridden on a bicycle route at a speed greater than
reasonable and prudent for the circumstances when approaching a pedestrian.
G, Riding Abreast. No person shall ride a bicycle upon any street, highway, bicycle route or lane in
the City abreast, or side -by -side of any other person so riding or propelling a bicycle when it
interferes or impedes the normal and reasonable movement of traffic or pedestrians.
H. Hitching on Vehicles. No person, while riding a bicycle shall in any way attach themselves or
the bicycle to any other moving vehicle.
I. Taking or Using Without Permission. No person shall take or use any bicycle without the
consent of the owner.
J. Riding While Intoxicated. It is unlawful for any person to operate a bicycle on any street,
highway, bicycle lane or route of the City while under the influence of any intoxicants.
K. Parking. No person shall park a bicycle upon a street, other than in the roadway and against the
curb, or against a lamppost designated for bicycle parking, or in a rack provided for the purpose
of supporting bicycles, or on the curb in a manner so as to afford the least obstruction to
pedestrian traffic. (Ord. 1787 S3, 1973; Ord. 2439 S1, 1988; Ord. 2606 S2, 1990)
SECTION 11.52.040 Right -of -Way.
The operator of a bicycle emerging from an alley, driveway, bicycle lane or route, building or otherwise
approaching on a sidewalk, and upon entering the roadway, shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles or
bicycles approaching on such roadway that are so close as to constitute an immediate hazard. (Ord. 1787
S4, 1973; Ord. 2439 S1, 1988)
SECTION 11.52.050 Responsibility of Parent or Guardian.
The parent or guardian of any child shall not authorize or knowingly permit any child to violate any of
the provisions of this Chapter. (Ord. 1787 S5, 1973; Ord. 2439 S1, 1988)
SECTION 11.52.060 Accidents.
The operator of any bicycle involved in an accident resulting in injury, death, or damage to personal
property shall within seventy-two (72) hours file a written report of such accident with the Police
Department. (Ord. 1787 S6, 1973; Ord. 2439, 1988)
SECTION 11.52.070 Bicycle License Required.
No persons shall operate a bicycle upon the streets, lanes or routes of the City unless such bicycle has
been licensed as provided for in this Chapter. A non-resident who has complied with the bicycle
registration provisions of the city or county in which they are a resident may operate a bicycle without
having first acquired an Ashland bicycle license. (Ord. 1891 S1 (part), 1973; Ord, 1787 S10, 1973; Ord.
2439, 1988)
SECTION 11.52.080 Issuance of License.
The Police Department, or a bicycle shop in Ashland approved by the Police Department, is authorized
and directed to issue, upon written application, bicycle licenses. Such license shall be valid for the life of
the bicycle from the date of issuance, as long as the license is clearly legible and the ownership of the
bicycle is not transferred to another. When a bicycle that is licensed pursuant to this Chapter is sold or
transferred to another person who is also a resident of the City, then the new owner or such bicycle shall,
within thirty (30) days from the date of transfer, acquire a new license. Designated agencies or shops
shall report such transaction to the Police Department each month and with appropriate fees and forms.
(Ord. 1791 S1, 1973; Ord. 1787 S11, 1973; Ord. 2114 S1, 1981; Ord. 2439, 1988)
SECTION 11.52.090 License Tags --Registration Cards.
The City shall provide license tags together with a registration card for each bicycle license issued
pursuant to this Chapter. The license tag shall have numbers stamped thereon in numerical order,
beginning with number 1; shall have the name of the City printed thereon; and shall be suitable for
attachment to the bicycle at a place designated by the Chief of Police. The Police Department shall keep
a record of information for each bicycle licensed in order to assist with the recovery of lost or stolen
bicycles. (Ord. 1791 S1, 1973; Ord. 1787 S12, 1973; Ord, 2439, 1988)
SECTION 11.52.100 License Fee.
Each bicycle license shall be issued upon compliance with the foregoing provisions and upon payment of
the required fee as set forth in a Resolution adopted by the City Council. (Ord. 1791 S1, 1973; Ord. 1787
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SECTION 11.52.110 Penalties.
A. Any person who violates any of the provisions of this Chapter is, upon conviction thereof, punishable
as prescribed in Section 1.08.020.
It. Upon conviction, the court may, in addition to any other penalty, order that the bicycle that was used
at the time of the offense be impounded until such time as may appear just and reasonable. (Ord.
1810, 1974; Ord. 1787, 1973; Ord. 1956, 1978; Ord, 2439, 1988)
CHAPTER 11.54
SKATEBOARDS
SECTIONS:
11.54.010 Definitions.
11.54.020 Areas Permitted; Areas Prohibited.
11.54.030 Skateboard Regulations.
11.54.040 Penalties.
11.54.050 Enhanced Penalties in Downtown Area.
SECTION 11.54.010 Definitions.
The following words and phrases, when used in this Chapter, shall, for the purpose of this Chapter have
the following meanings:
A. Operating is the act of having one or more feet on the board of a skateboard or other portion
designed for a foot to propel the skateboard.
B. Riding is the act of propelling a skateboard by means other than carrying it.
C. Skateboard - includes roller skates, in -line roller skates, blades, scooters, coasters, roller skis or
any similar device.
SECTION 11.54.020 Areas Permitted; Areas Prohibited.
A. Where Riding Permitted. Riding or operating a skateboard is permitted in the following areas:
1. 25 Mph Streets. Streets where the designated speed for vehicles is 25 miles per hour or less
unless prohibited in section 11.54.020.B.
2. Private Property Where Consent. Private property where the owner or person in charge has
consented.
3. Areas Defined Within City Parks. In city parks, or a designated area within a city park,
specifically approved by the Ashland Park Commission for skateboard use.
4. Sidewalks. On city sidewalks unless otherwise prohibited by this ordinance.
B. Where Riding Prohibited. No person shall ride or operate a skateboard in the following areas:
1. Streets or Sidewalks in the Downtown Area. Sidewalks or streets in the downtown area described
in this subsection as delineated on the attached map marked Exhibit A. The downtown area is
described as that area included within and inclusive of the following described boundaries:
a. The north boundary shall be Lithia Way including sidewalks on both sides to the
intersections of Water Street and Fourth Street and including the public parking lot and
adjoining sidewalk at the corner of Pioneer Street and Lithia Way;
b. The west boundary shall be Water Street from the Lithia Way overpass to North Main Street
then North Main Street to its intersections with Church Street and including sidewalks on
both sides of Water Street and North Main Street, then south along Ashland Creek from the
North Main Street Bridge including the park area between the creek and Granite Street but
no sidewalks on Granite Street, to Winburn Way, then Winbum Way and its sidewalks
through Lithia Park.
c. The south boundary shall be the northern sidewalk of Hargadine Street to the intersections of
Pioneer Street and Gresham Street and shall include the western sidewalk of Pioneer Street
north from its intersection with Hargadine Street.
d. The east boundary shall be Third Street including the sidewalks on both sides to the
intersections of Lithia Way and Hargadine Street.
2. City Parks. Within any city park including streets within the boundaries of a park unless the park,
or a designated area within a park, has been specifically approved by the Ashland Park
Commission for skateboard use.
3. Certain Streets. On any street where the designated speed is greater than 25 miles per hour.
4. Private Property Unless Consent. On private property. It is an affirmative defense to a
prosecution on any charge under this subsection that the property owner or person in charge of
the property consented to such use of the property.
5. Other Property Which is Posted. On any other public or private property where signs on the
property indicate that skateboard use is prohibited.
SECTION 11.54.030 Skateboard Regulations.
The following regulations apply to the operation of a skateboard on a public street, sidewalk or public
property:
A. Protective Headgear. Any person operating a skateboard shall wear protective headgear of a type
approved under ORS 815.052 for bicycle helmets. Provided, however, protective headgear shall
be required only when operating a skateboard on public streets. Headgear is recommended on
sidewalks or public property. (ORD 2809, S 1 1998)
B. Yield Right -of -Way. Any person operating a skateboard shall yield the right-of-way to any
vehicle, such as a motor vehicle or bicycle, or pedestrian including yielding the right of way to
any vehicle when approaching or crossing a driveway.
C. Standing Position. Any person operating a skateboard shall operate the skateboard in a standing
position unless operated in conformance with rules established by the Ashland Park Commission
within a city park designated for skateboard use under section 11.54.020.
D. Operating on Right-hand Side. While on a street, a person shall ride a skateboard as close as
practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway.
E. Single File. No person shall ride a skateboard on any street along side another person riding a
skateboard, bicycle or motor vehicle unless overtaking and passing such skateboard, bicycle or
motor vehicle.
F. Equipment. No skateboard shall be operated on any public street or sidewalk between 30 minutes
after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise unless the skateboard or rider is equipped with
lighting equipment that meets the following requirements:
1. The lighting equipment must show a white light visible from a distance of at least 500 feet to
the front of the skateboard.
2. The lighting equipment must have a red reflector or lighting device or material of such size
or characteristic and so mounted as to be visible from all distances up to 600 feet to the rear
when directly in front of lawful lower beams of headlights on a motor vehicle.
G. Traffic Control Devices. Any person operating a skateboard shall obey the instructions of official
traffic control signals, signs and other control devices applicable to vehicles.
H. Traffic Regulations. The operation of a skateboard on a street shall be subject to all of the
provisions or laws of the State and the laws of the City, including those applicable to the drivers
of vehicles, except as to the latter, those provisions that by their very nature have no application.
I. Operation on Sidewalks. No person shall operate a skateboard on a sidewalk:
1. So as to suddenly leave a curb or other place of safety and move into the path of a vehicle
that is so close as to constitute an immediate hazard.
2. Without giving an audible warning before overtaking and passing a pedestrian.
3. At a speed greater than an ordinary walk when approaching or entering a crosswalk,
approaching or crossing a driveway or crossing a curb cut or pedestrian ramp and a vehicle is
approaching the crosswalk, driveway, curb cut or pedestrian ramp. This paragraph does not
require reduced speeds for skateboards either:
a. At places on sidewalks or other pedestrian ways other than places where the path for
pedestrians or bicycle traffic approaches or crosses that for motor vehicle traffic; or
b. When motor vehicles are not present.
Except as otherwise specifically provided in this chapter, an operator of a skateboard on a
sidewalk or in a crosswalk has the same rights and duties as a pedestrian on a sidewalk or in a
crosswalk.
J. Racing. No person shall engage in, or cause others to engage in, a skateboard race upon the
streets, sidewalks or any other public property. Provided, however, that it shall not be a violation
of this subsection if racing occurs in conformance with rules established by the Ashland Park
Commission within a city park designated for skateboard use under section 11.54.020.
K. Hitching on Vehicles. No person while operating a skateboard shall in any way attach themselves
or the skateboard to any moving motor vehicle.
L . Careless Riding. No person shall ride a skateboard in a careless manner. Riding in a careless
manner means the person rides a skateboard in a manner that endangers or would be likely to
endanger any person or property.
SECTION 11.54.040 Penalties.
Except as provided in section 11.54.050:
A. Any person who violates any of the provisions of this chapter is, upon conviction, punishable as
prescribed in Section 1.08.020.
B. Upon conviction, the court may, in addition to any other penalty, order that the skateboard that
was used at the time of the offense be impounded until such time as may appear just and
reasonable.
SECTION 11.54.050 Enhanced Penalties in Downtown Area.
Any person who violates any of the provisions of this chapter in the downtown area defined in section
11.52.020.13.1 is, upon conviction, punishable as follows:
a. First offense. Upon the first conviction for a violation under this chapter, the person shall be
punished by a fine of $25.00 (to include all costs and assessments). This fine shall not be
suspended or deferred, but the court may authorize community service in lieu of all or part of this
fine.
b. Second offense. Every person who is convicted of a violation of this chapter for a second time
within a five-year period shall be punished by a fine not less than $50 nor more than $250. Fifty
dollars of the fine shall not be suspended or deferred, but the court may authorize community
service in lieu of all or part of this fine. In addition, the court may order forfeiture of a skateboard
which was ridden in violation of this chapter, unless it is proven to the court by a preponderance
of the evidence that the defendant is not the owner of the skateboard and the owner did not or
could not have reasonably known that the skateboard would be ridden in violation of this chapter.
Third or subsequent offense. Every person who violates this chapter a third or more times within
a five-year period shall be punishable by a fine of not less than $100.00 nor more than $500.00.
One hundred dollars of the fine shall not be suspended or deferred, but the court may authorize
community service in lieu of all or part of the fine. Upon conviction of a third or subsequent
violation of this chapter within a five-year period, the court may order forfeiture of a skateboard
which was ridden in violation of this chapter, unless it is proven to the court by a preponderance
of the evidence that the defendant is not the owner of the skateboard and the owner did not or
could not have reasonably known that the skateboard would be ridden in violation of this chapter.
(ORD 2809, S2 1998)
Exhibit A
(available in City Recorder's Office with original ordinance)
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Chapter 2.22
BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN COMMISSION
Sections:
2.22.010 BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN - Established Membership.
2.22.020 BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN - Term Vacancies.
2.22.030 BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN - Quorum Rules and Regulations.
2.22.040 BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN - Powers and Duties Generally.
2.22.050 BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN - Reports.
2.22.060 BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN - Compensation.
Section 2.22.010 BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN - Established Membership.
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission is established and shall consist of nine voting members, one of
which shall be a city councilor, and four non -voting members including a representative from Rogue
Valley Transportation District, the Director of Community Development, the Director of Public Works
and the Chief of Police.
(Ord 2832, Replaced, 11/03/1998)
Section 2.22.020 BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN - Term Vacancies.
The term of the voting members shall be for three years, expiring on April 30 of each year. Any vacancy
shall be filled by appointment by the mayor, with confirmation by the city council, for the unexpired
portion of the term. The seven commission members currently serving as of the date of this 1998
amendment shall serve their remaining terms. For the two members to be appointed to the commission as
a result of this 1998 amendment, one shall be appointed to a term expiring April 30, 2000, and one
member to a term expiring April 30, 2001. The successors shall be appointed to three-year terms. Any
member who is absent for four or more meetings in a one-year period shall be considered no longer
active and the position vacant, and a new member shall be appointed to fill the vacancy.
(Ord 2832, Replaced, 11/03/1998)
Section 2.22.030 BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN - Quorum Rules and Regulations.
Four voting members of the commission shall constitute a quorum. At its first meeting of the year, the
commission shall elect a chair, vice -chair and a secretary, who shall hold office at the pleasure of the
commission. The commission may make rules and regulations for its meetings, consistent with the laws
of the state and city charter and ordinances, and shall meet at least once every month.
(Ord 2832, Replaced, 11/03/1998)
Section 2.22.040 BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN - Powers and Duties Generally.
The primary purpose of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission shall be to advocate the equal
opportunity to use non -automotive forms of travel and to ensure the development of bicycle and
pedestrian facilities into a well -designed, integrated transportation network for all Ashland citizens. In
doing so, the powers, duties and responsibilities of the commission shall be as follows:
A. To promote bicycling and walking in Ashland.
B. To review and make recommendations on the long-range transportation plans as related to
bicycle and pedestrian issues of the city.
C. To promote bicycle safety programs.
D. To serve in a liaison capacity between the city and Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory
Committee in developing the statewide bicycle and pedestrian program, and in meeting the goals
of the State of Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan.
E. To serve in a liaison capacity between the city and the Jackson County Bicycle Committee in
developing overall coordinated plans for bicycle facilities and bicycle safety programs.
F. On a yearly basis, to review and make recommendations on transportation projects as related to
bicycle and pedestrian issues in the city.
G. To review and recommend transportation project prioritization and funding as related to bicycle
and pedestrian issues in the city.
H. To advise the planning commission in the administration of the site review process with respect
to bicycle and pedestrian facilities and parking.
I. To assist in the implementation of the Transportation Element of the Comprehensive Plan.
J. To develop and recommend to the city council and planning commission adoption of ordinances
and policies for the planning and maintenance of bicycle and pedestrian facilities throughout the
city.
K. To advise the city administrator and city departments regarding bicycle and pedestrian issues in
the city.
(Ord 2832, Replaced, 11/03/1998)
Section 2.22.050 BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN - Reports.
The commission shall submit copies of its minutes to the city council and shall prepare and submit such
reports as from time to time may be requested of them by the city council or planning commission.
(Ord 2832, Replaced, 11/03/1998)
Section 2.22.060 BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN - Compensation.
Voting members of the commission shall receive no compensation for services rendered. (Ord. 2469,
1988; Ord 2832, 1998)
(Ord 2832, Replaced, 11/03/1998)
2005 State of the Bicycle in
Jackson County
Report an
Recarn mendattcrts front the
Jackson County INcycle
Advisory Committee
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Committee Accomplishments
• Authoring a number of bicycle plans over the years
• Commenting on bicycle -related elements of the Jackson County
Land Development ordinance
• working With Medford staff members to establish communication
regarding alternate transportation
• Advisft RV'TO on the selKtIon of bAe rooks to be placed on theio'
buses (the same racks are statt b(Ang used,
Bikes on Pluses increased 57% shic* 20011
• Commenting On ltt biketpedesman
,aspect, of proposed construction
projects when asked
Committee Background
Founded in 1978 to "promote cycling as a
healthy, efficient, safe, and non-polluting
form of transportation and advise the
Jackson County Board of Commissioners on
these matters."
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Major Accomplishments
• Creating the Jackson County Bicycling Guide
• Reviewing and enhancing both the
Transportation System Plan (TSP) and
Regional Transportation Plan (RTP)
• Working with Jackson County Roads & Parks
to improve safety factors on county roads
(i.e., sweeping, chip sealing projects,
signage, etc).
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• Meeting Regional Transportation Plan Alternative
Measures
• Providing for affordable transportation options
• Enhancing our tourist economy
• Strengthening our business economy
Improving the health of and quality
of life for our citizens
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• Accelerate completion of County bicycle -related
projects in TSP (Transportation System Plan)
especially Foothill Road
• Encourage law enforcement to attend a Bicycling
101 course
• Support Park & Ride expansion
• Complete bicycle connectivity of communities along
and outside of the Greenway
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• Join the Committee in an annual 'Ride With The
Commissioners" event
• Encourage RVMPO TAC and Policy Committee to
support improvements for bicyclists
• Support connecting Rogue River Greenway to the
Bear Creek Greenway
• Continue to provide staff support for the Bicycle
Committee and Bear Creek Greenway Committee
A 2001 US Department of Labor study
found that the average household
spends 19% of their income on transportatior
their resources to better housing, food, and
other needs
Removing barriers for cycling and walking
provides improved access to jobs, schools,
and shopping
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RVCOG/RVTD Telephone Survey Spring 2003
* 9% responded -making one or more trips by bicyGle
in the previous 24 hours.
* 57% supported building more sidewalks
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• 20 employers for whom bicycles are their primary business
• Nationally recognized school for bicycle mechanics
• One of the largest bicycle too[ distributors in the World
• Two nationally recognized custom frame builders
• Bicycling is the dependent mode for many in the workforce; has
potential for also being a choice mode for others
• The total estimated economic impact of cycling related businesses
is over $40 Million annually
• Prominent activities are the Spring Thaw . $-
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Bike Race, the Siskiyou Velo Mountain
Lakes Challenge, the Ashland Bicycle
Swap, Bicycle Tours by Cycle Oregon, and
the Medford BMX race series. 010-*—Aft
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• The VCB has reported an increase in I I
tourism due to bicycle related activities 1��
• ODOT Trip Check website provides
comprehensive travel information to visitors.
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• Numerous studies point to the relationship between
exercise and physical activity to good health and
quality of life
• The US Center for Disease Control and Preverifion
(CDC) estimates that over 80 billion dollars is spent
each year for health care related to physical
inactivity.
9 Estimated that 90% of US children
are driven to school contributing
to Type 11 Diabetes and obesity.
Alternative Measures
DLCD has approved the RVMPO
"Aftenriative Measures" to be in compliance
with the Transportation Planning Rule
Alternative Measure 1 comnift to increase
bicycle and walking trips from 6.2% of all
tdps in 2000 to I I% by 2020
Alternative Measure 3 commits to increase
bicycle facilities on collectors avid arterials
from 21 % in 2000 to 75% by 2020
Bicycle T ransporra [ion alliance
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APRIUMAY 2006
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FOR MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF THE BICYCLE TRANSPORTATION ALLIANCE
Alice Awards Party hosts 600 and honors seven stellar advocates
ore than 600 bicycling enthusiasts,
elected officials, and civic and
business leaders gathered in Portland
on March 4th to celebrate great bicycle
advocates at the 11 th Annual Alice B.
Tocclips Awards Party and Auction.
This year's keynote speaker,
Portland City Commissioner Sam
Adams, rode to the podium on a new
Trek "Portland" bicycle —the new ride
designed with Portland in mind. The
souped -up bike was later the object of
a fierce bidding war- in the live auction.
This year's Alice B. Toeclips Award
winners, chosen out of 46 nominees,
included: State Representative
Jackie Dingfelder (D-Portland), a
longtime supporter of'bicyclists who
helped pass two bills during the 2005
legislature that expanded bicyclists'
rights and Oregon's Safe Routes to
School effort; Medford's Eileen
Adee, a forty -year bike commute vet-
eran who coordinates annual bicycle
rodeos, developed a kids' bike safety
training program, and helped establish
an 18-mile trail connecting five south-
ern Oregon communities; Portland's
Jeff Bernards, a community activist
and founder ofthe "Get Lit!" pro-
gram, which has handed out over
1,000 bicycle lights to cyclists who lack
them, inspiring the Portland Police
force to launch a similar effort; Lillie
Fitzpatrick of Southwest Portland, a
stellar advocate for biking and walking
who has been a leader in Portland's
Safe Routes to School and "walking
school bus" programs; Albany's Jim
Lawrence, who recently started a Bike
BTA climbs the Capitol steps
he National Bike Summit, held
from March 1-3 in Washington,
D.C., brought BTA staff together with
bike advocates, retailers, and transpor-
tation and land use planners from
across the country to talk with legisla-
tors about improving conditions for
bicycling.
Oregon participants met with the
offices of all seven of our congressional
delegates, and came away with the gen-
eral feeling that it's good to be from
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I want to support
YES.1 the Bicycle
Oregon! Every one of our delegates is
a member of the National Bike Caucus
—only one other state shares that dis-
tinction —and our meetings that day
ranged from pleasant to downright cel-
ebratory. When we heard that some of
our compatriots from other states met
with skepticism, no-shows, and even
hostility at their delegates' offices, we
were grateful that Oregon's elected
leaders know how important bicycling
is to the communities they represent.
We asked two things of the Oregon
delegates this year:
1) That they co-sponsor the
Bicycle Commuter Act, allowing
employers to offer the same tax-free
benefits for bike commuting that they
can for vanpooling, transit passes,
and parking.
2) That they support the
�� Conserve by Bike
Amendment,
, ;w� which would
fund ten pilot
Safety Education program in Albany
that reached over 300 kids in its inau-
gural year alone; Darren Pennington
of Portland, whose leadership at
Providence Portland Medical Center
has increased bike commuting and
gained recognition from PPMC—one
of the region's largest employers; and
Amy Wantulok of Portland, manager
of the Hollywood Bike Gallery, who
works tirelessly to get more women on
bikes and into jobs in the bike industry.
Many thanks to the volunteers who
worked to make the event a success,
and to the sponsors, donors, guests,
and auction bidders whose support
netted more than $60,000 to help the
BTA accomplish our work on behalf of
cyclists! www.a!icebtoeclips.org
wide that use education and marketing
to convert car trips into bike trips.
Congressmen Earl Blumenauer and
Peter DeFazio are already sponsors of.'
these bills; and Congresswoman Dar-
lene Hooley signed on to co-sponsor
the Bike Commuter Act just 90 min-
utes after- talking with us! Senators
Gordon Smith and Ron Wyden will
consider sponsoring a Senate version
of the Bicycle Commuter Act, and we'll
be following up with them to help them
do so. And when we ran into Congress-
man David Wu in the hallway, he
couldn't hide his excitement about the
Willamette Shoreline trail concept.
Advocating on your behalf with our
legislators is incredibly valuable, but
it's even more effective when thev hear
directly from you too. So please con-
tact your representatives to thank
them for° their support, and ask them
to continue to champion healthy,
livable, bike-friendb communities.
You can start at www.house.gov and
projects nation- www.senate.gov,
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APR 20
6PM
BIKE COMMUTE WORKSHOP, Portland. Brush up on the basics of
MAY 6, JUN 3
VOLUNTEER SATURDAY at the BTA. 717 SW 12th Ave, Portland, Join
hike commuting. R.S.V,P, to 503.226,0676 x10 or info@bta4bikes.org.
9:30AM
BTA staff and other friendly volunteers to get the word out about the
APR 26
BTA BOARD MEETING. Members welcome! Please R,S.V.P. to:
BTA.
6 PM
503.226.0676 x12 or evan@bta4bikes.org.
MAY 6
RIDE AROUND CLARK COUNTY, organized by the Vancouver Bicycle
APRIL 30
MONSTER COOKIE METRIC CENTURY, organized by the Salem
Club. Great routes, and raises funds to benefit the BTA. See article
Bicycle Club, rolls through the Willamette Valley,. See article this
this issue or www.vancouverbicycleclub.com/RACC.html.
issue or www.salembicycleclub.org,
MAY 17
Bicyclists' Legal Clinic, Portland. Please R.S.V.P. to 503.226.0676
MAY 1-30
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sPM
x10 or info@bta4bikes.org.
Portland with the Lloyd District TMA. See www.11oydtma.com.
MAY 27
Le Tour de Valley supports the BTA with rides at all levels. See article
MAY 20-21
NEW SEASONS BENEFIT BARBECUE raises funds for the BTA. See
this issue or www,Ietourdevalley.com.
www,bta4bikes.org for more information.
Join us for our 8th year of Bike Safety Education
ince 1998, more than 25,000 school
kids haN-e gotten "bike savy)7 "
through the B TA's Bicycle Safetv
Education (BSE) Program. This popu-
lar BTA program grmi,s every rear
with support fi-om volunteers who ride
with ,students during the program,
Find out what's going on in }'our com-
munity, and how you can get involved:
Albany In 2 rears, Albaim's BSE
program has groNvn from t"To
classrooms to twent} due to the energN-
of volunteer Jim Lawrence, a 2006
Alice Award recipient, Jim's goal is to
offer the program in ever}- elementar},
school, every year. Contact stephame.
sireix a,,gmail.com to volunteer.
Ashland/Talent BSE instructor Egon
Dubois has helped gro«° the Ashland/
Talent program with support froin the
Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission
and SiskiN-ouA elo. The Rogue A alley
Transit District is working to expand
the program into 1 /Iedford, E-mail
egon@mind.net for more information.
Bend Under the leadership of
Commute Options and off -road
enthusiast Kent Howes the Bend
BSE program will be a great
resource for mountain -loving kids,
E-mail Chuck Arnold at chuck0
dedicateclprojectmanagement,com to
get im'oh ed,
Corvallis The BSE program in CorN allis
is supported by parents and PT,A
groups, �vho fund ite%ery rear, Nc\N
instructor G-egAlpert's experience
with bike mechanics and the Kinetic
Sculpture Race will add a fun twist for
kids who want to get creative Nvith their
bic}cles: kineticbagel@gahoo,com.
Eugene/Springfield Eugene's BSE
program thrives thanks to local partners
like Green Gear C)�cling, GEARS
Cycling Club, the Oregon Country
F air, the Lane County Transit District,
and Eugene's Rig=erhouse Outdoor
Program, Unfortunatel}, Eugene's fleet
of 30 BSE bikes is Nvithout secure, dry
storage —if you know of a business or
other group who might be able to help,
contact katsmith78 c)hotmail.coin.
Portland Metro Region The Portland
region added seven neNv schools to
its BSE portfolio in 2005-6, thanks
to special funding from the Cite
of Portland, The cities of Tigard
and Beaverton also have schools
participating this N°ear. E-mailAnna
Scalera at anna a)bta4bikes.org to
volunteer,
Salem/Keizer The successful Salem
program thrives under the leadership
of the �/rid-WillametteN'allev BTA,
and Beth Dayton, NID, with support
from the A1arion Polk Medical Society,
the Salem Bicycle Club and Santiam
Bicycle. Email. Robert Fos at refoxlC,
comcast,net to get involved.
Vancouver, WA By buying in bulk along
with other 13SE programs, Vancouver
�i as recently able to purchase new
bikes for its fleet and its stand-alone
hike safety program, which uses the
BTFVs BSE curriculum. Email Ejaz
Khan at ejaz.khan(2�clark.wa.go�.
qv�AJJJOLI-,
wrsox wnaE �um/r,woa�nal
May President's Paceline
My pledge for this month is to
reduce the "windage", at least in
comparison to last month's
travelogue. I would like to de-
vote this month's space to the
subject of the IS'Annual Oregon
Bicycle Summit. I attended this
event in Eugene on April 1" and,
though I had intentionally set my
expectations low — it being the
first such attempt to coalesce a
state-wide range of interests in
cycling — I was pleasantly sur-
prised. There were more than
150 attendees, including those
from the travel industry — most
notably a large contingent for
Travel Oregon — bicycle retailers
and manufacturers, bike -club
executives, bike -tour operators,
ODOT, BLM, Oregon Parks &
Recreation, and a host of cy-
cling -interested private parties.
The stated mission of the Sum-
mit was to establish a plan for
making Oregon the Number One
bicycle -touring destination in the
country. Amidst competition
from such formidable, and in
most cases earlier, entrants such
as Maine, Vermont, Colorado
and Idaho, Oregon still stands
out as the one state whose game
it is to lose or win, depending on
how it reacts to the challenges.
And, there are clearly many
VEL 00
challenges, not the least of
which is coalescing all of these
varied interests into a concerted,
coordinated effort to brand and
deliver what's promised in a bi-
cycle -touring experience.
Despite some of the frustrations
we feel on a local basis, the state
is off to a very good start. You
will perhaps recall my tribute to
Don Strathos and his pioneering
effort to secure legislation at the
state level which earmarks 1 % of
the ODOT budget for cycling -
related projects. These dollars
have significantly enhanced the
environment for cycling in our
state over the past several years,
and they will continue to do so
well into the future. Even at the
federal level things are happen-
ing. By 1990, a total of $41 mil-
lion had been allocated to bicy-
cle projects in recorded history.
Currently, $200 million a year is
being allocated to such projects.
Oregon has the pole position in
the race, as it starts with some
outstanding natural assets: Crater
Lake and the Wallowas are rec-
ognized as primo destinations
throughout the country. The new
Willamete Valley Scenic Bike-
way is a wonderful addition to
the back -road touring arsenal.
And, Portland is acknowledged
as one of the most bicycle-
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cab Ride of Silence
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cab Cycling in the Netherlands
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friendly cities in the country.
But, though we have an abun-
dance of low -traffic -count roads
that are ideal for cycle touring —
whether for a single day or sev-
eral days — we still lack mapping
and signage. And, we still have,
in many areas, a culture of intol-
erance toward bicycles on the
road.
The good news is that ODOT
and BLM have recognized the
need for a coordinated mapping
and road signage effort, and they
have created a jointly funded
position of Bicycle Facilities
Specialist. The dominant project
assigned to this position is the
creation of a state-wide, online,
bicycle map showing road con-
ditions (shoulder widths), sur-
faces, traffic volume, grade, rest
stops, and bike shops. While
this is a new project, it is well
Continued on page 5
Second Annual "Nearly" Cinco de Mayo
Ride
Mark your calendars for May 6'h. The
Wooton Clan (Dan, Leslie, Randy, Pam) are
hosting the second annual Cinco de Mayo
ride. Ride starts at 9:00 AM @ the Wooton's
residence, 2095 Terrel Dr., West Medford.
The ride crosses five creeks (Poorman, Grif-
fin, Coleman, Anderson, Wagner), travels for
50 miles with 5000 + feet of elevation gain.
After completing this Challenging ride, you
will partake in a Mexican Fiesta, pot luck at
the Wooton's.
If there is enough interest in a flatter 50 mile
ride, a route will developed. Let Dan know if
you are interested (779 9248)
RSVP Dan & Leslie for this ride (it helps for
food preparation). 772 9248
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Monthly Club Meeting:
Siskiyou Velo monthly meetings
are held at 7:00 PM on the second
Wednesday of the month at An-
gelo's Pizza in Phoenix, Oregon .
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New Members: April
Robbin Webb
Joseph Kuo
Eric Jenkins
Susan Prufer
Charles W Thomas
Renewing Members: April
Tim Turk
Karen Basin & Wendyn Price
Ron Davies & Joanne Haddad
Gary Roberts
Cheryl French & Charles Whitaker
John Fertig
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The Siskiyou Velo
P. O. Box 974 Ashland, OR 97520
Siskiyou Velo Club Officers For 2006
President: Rick Berlet - 488-0036 rberlet@triad-consuIts.com
Vice Presidents Advocaev:
Chris Haynes — (541)772-9220 cghaynes@simscycle.com
Edgar Hee — (541)734-4872 eihee@uno.com
Vice Presidents Events:
Phil & Dale Hoffman — (541)664-9852 phoffman861@msn.c0m
Vice President, Tourin2/Ride Schedule:
Bob Korfhage - 535 5276 bkorfhage@chal-ter.net
Vice President, Racing: Glen Gann — (541)779-6986 ggann9@charter.net
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Secretary: Jodi Weber- 301-6880 weberjs@cllarter.net
Treasurer: Bill Tout — (541)482-7080 treasurer@siskiyouvelo.org
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W dnesdays -6PM Mountain Dice rides Meet c) Cycle Analysis Jacksonville.
Ligh s and helmets required. Jana will have pasta after ride
Saturdays - 9 AIN Race Trannng, Rlodfm`d Cycle Sport, 13% Biddle Rd 4107 (Alex 857 0819)
Il'you look closely at the ride schedule for May, and over the
corning months, take, note of the slower -paced offerings- in
twidcrn with the usual ride schedule Several ofthe members,
led by Phil Gagnon, have offered to lead these rides, far those
who wvarn a leisurely, social pare
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THESE RIDES WILL NOT BE HIJACKED BY FASTER
RIDERS
If you are interested, corne. out and give these rides a try, Ifyot
have questions, give Phil a call at 488-4299
(phlln(rdmind net)- If you would like to lead a slower paced
ride its the con'Iing months, contact Bob Korfhage at 535- 5276
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underway, and when it is com-
pleted, it will be a major asset in
attracting tourists from out of
state, and in helping all of us who
live here to plan a successful cy-
cling adventure.
Travel Oregon, as mentioned ear-
lier, provided a major impetus for
the bicycle summit, and their pres-
entation exhibited a keen under-
standing of the potential of cycle
tourism in the state. Tourism, in
general, has been the primary
driver of economic recovery for
the state. It accounts for 90,000
jobs currently, a figure which has
been growing at the rate of 2,000
jobs per year over the past five
years. Of the 19 million overnight
trips to Oregon last year, 5% of
them were at least partially to do
with mountain biking, and 3%
were connected to road biking.
These seem like small percent-
ages, but it means that nearly one
of every ten overnights was at
least partially due to an interest
and participation in a cycling ac-
tivity. And, those who came and
saw went away satisfied — 72%
gave the cycling experience a
"great" rating, compared to 40%
nationwide. Moreover, Oregon's
cycling experience generated a
more positive rating than any of
the other states catering to the cy-
cling interests.
So, to reiterate the message of the
Summit, it is our game to lose. If
we look around at our own club
membership, it IS the baby -
boomer generation. Our demo-
graphics define active life-styles,
people who are interested in fit-
ness, we have significant dispos-
able income and we have time on
our hands. If, on a local basis, and
throughout the state, we promote
and support the creation of cy-
cling facilities and services, Ore-
gon will be the number -one cy-
cle -touring destination, and our
economy will be boosted di-
rectly — through the creation of
hospitality -industry jobs — and
indirectly — by introducing out-
siders to the attractions of Ore-
gon as a great place to live and
do business.
I was most impressed with the
organization of this Summit, and
by the energy of the people who
spoke. Though there is certainly
a legitimate low- or no -growth
perspective on this whole sub-
ject, the potential benefits to our
cycling lives, of a vibrant cycle -
touring industry in the state, are
very real and positive. So, to
those who fear the Califomica-
tion of Oregon, perhaps we can
find a middle ground, and gain
the advantages of a much im-
proved cycling environment.
Siskiyou Velo - May 2006 Page 5
Racing Corner
By Glen Gann
Chris Horner, Aaron Olson, Michael
Creed, Steve Larson, Danny Pate, and
many others have raced on our lo-
cal streets and country roads over the
years and have gone on to compete at
the Pro levels. In fact, Aaron Olson
grew up in Corvallis and raced as a Jun-
ior throughout Oregon before moving on
to the Pro's. These are just a few good
reasons to come out and watch or help
with the local races coming up in May.
Spring Thaw on the 6th and Table Rock
Road Race on the 7th. You never know
who might be the next Lance, and you
can say "I saw them when..."
Back to our local scene. We finished up
with the Southern Oregon TT's in late
March. Spencer Gray rode away with
the overall win with Stephen Maulk a
close second. Kristy Green won the
Womens category, Scott Toll the 4/5's,
and myself winning the Master's. A total
of twenty people completed all three.
April brought the first crit of the year
in Eugene. In the Masters race, I was
able to grab the win in a sprint finish
with Richard Hogan 9th and Richard
Fox 12th. Richard Hogan placed 8th
later in the Pro 1/2 field. Brian Johnson
took 13th in the 4/5 race. The next day
we all raced in the Piece of Cake road
race near Vancouver,WA. Brian John-
son placed well in the 4/5 field and the
youngster, Stephen Gann, saved our
pride by winning the Junior 10-12 race,
Tim Turk, Spencer Gray and Scott Toll
all took part in the King's Valley RR.
Spencer went on up north and took 2nd
in the Estacada Time Trial the following
day.
Thanks to Editor Bill, I was able hold -
off till the last day of the Wilamete Stage
Race to send in my race report. Reny
Townsend and Stephen Maluk both held
their own in the Pro 1/2 field. Tim Turk,
Alex Hayes and Spencer were in the
Cat 3 field. Spencer crashed on the first
day and ended up getting stitches from
a pedal in the leg. Ouch! Scott Toll did
well in the Master's 4/5 field and Brian
Johnson was placed high in the Cat 4
field at last report.
Today in Liege-Bastone-Liege, Chris
Horner placed 8th. So remember,
you may want to come out and watch
the local racers, for they may be tomor-
row's Pros!
Aside from the three weeks of the Tour de
France, I think that the end of March and
the month of April are about the most
exciting parts of the European racing
season. There is a fantastic blend of short
stage races and the wonderful so-called
"spring classics" in the north of Europe:
from the Three Days of La Panne through
Liege-Bastogne-Uge, including the Tour of
Flanders and Paris -Roubaix.
Coming just a week before Paris -Roubaix,
the Tour of Flanders is one of the toughest
of the spring classics in northern Europe. It
includes 258 kilometers, seventeen climbs
and 20 kilometers of cobblestone. Winning
this grueling race is a major accomplish-
ment for any rider, and winning it back to
back with Paris -Roubaix is the stuff of he-
roes, especially to Belgian cycling fans.
Tom Boonen (Quick.Step) did just that last
year and was looking to pull off a double -
double by winning both races again this
year. In this year's race, Boonen, in spite of
being carefully marked throughout the day,
proved to be the strongest of the bunch. He
made the right move when he followed Dis-
covery's Leif Hoste when he attacked with
just over 30 kilometers to go. In the end,
Hoste led out the sprint, but Boonen easily
passed him for his second Tour of Flanders
victory in a row. It wasn't a bad day at all
for the Discovery Channel team. George
Hincapie outsprinted the others in his small
chasing group to take third place, just be-
hind teammate Hoste.
Tom Boonen's dreams of a double -double
were shattered the following week and the
seven-year domination of Paris -Roubaix
by a Patrick Lefevere-managed team
(Mapei & Quick.Step) came to an end this
year with the masterful win by Switzer-
land's Fabian Cancellara (CSC). Boonen
was everyone's ultra favorite to repeat his
feat from last year, but when crunch came
to shove near the end of the race, Boonen
didn't seem to have the punch left to be able
to follow Cancellara when he surged ahead
of the dwindling lead pack before the final
cobbled climb of the day. Just prior to Can-
cellara's move, George Hincapie's
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Pedal Str okeS by Roger Stevenson
344 rue de Blansin, 74800 Saint Pierre en Faucigny, France
(Discovery Channel) chances to finally
score a victory in the Hell of the North
were cruelly shattered when his entire
handlebar and stem broke leaving his bike
uncontrollable and Hincapie sitting by the
side of the road in tears. Although he suf-
fered a slight fracture in his shoulder in
the fall, the tears were more than likely
those of frustration. He had been riding
extremely well in the early season and
many commentators pegged him as a very
likely candidate for victory.
The final standings in the race were al-
tered by the terribly poor timing of a
freight train that crossed the route after
Cancellara had gone through the crossing
but just before his closest chasers arrived.
Davitamon's Peter Van Petegem and Dis-
covery Channel's Leif Host and Vladimir
Gusev rode around the closed barriers just
moments before the train passed to con-
tinue their hopeless pursuit of Cancellara.
That move cost two of them the second
and third place positions on the podium as
the UCI race commissioners disqualified
the trio and awarded second place to Tom
Boonen and third to Alessandro Ballan
(Lampre).
Cancellara rode a very smart and confi-
dent race, and his win was well deserved
He earned the distinction of being only
the second Swiss racer to win Paris -
Roubaix. Henri Suter was the first way
back in 1923.
It would almost appear that the
Quick.Step supremacy in the northern
classics was dwindling and that Bjame
Riis' CSC team was fast becoming the
new kid on the block (CSC is currently
the top -ranked team in the UCI Pro -Tour
points standings). Following closely on
the heels of Cancellara's win in Paris -
Roubaix, CSC's Frank Schleck notched
another win for the Danish team in the
Amstel Gold Race. Schleck, who is the
reigning Champion of Luxembourg and
just 26 years old, was overjoyed at his
victory — his first major win of his young
career. Second -place finisher Steffen
Wesemann (T-Mobil) knowingly contrib-
uted to Schleck's win by attacking with
about 40 kilometers to go in an effort to
make Rabobank chase and tire themselves
out. Wesemann was extremely strong but
was eventually caught by a
small group of race favorites. Schleck
made his decisive move with about 9 kilo-
meters to go and managed to hold off his
challengers up the final climb of the day
and a sweet victory coming just one day
after his 261h birthday. Wesemann finished
second and a frustrated Michael Boogerd
(Rabobank) came in third. The Dutch press
crucified the Rabobank directors following
the race for their tactics and lackluster re-
sults, especially when they had one of the
strongest teams in the race. Boogerd, who
won the race in 1999, has been relegated to
four second -place and two third -place fin-
ishes since, and can't seem to pull off an-
other win in front of his Dutch supporters.
The mid -week tune up for Liege -Bastogne -
Liege, LwFleche Wallonne,-is shorter and
has fewer climbs than the Tour of Flanders,
but the finish is held on the Mur de Huy,
which has sections of 19% gradient. That
final climb proved to be decisive for the
group of contenders for victory with
Spain's Alejandro Valverde (Caisse
d'Epargne) pulling ahead of the rest of the
struggling pack to edge fellow Spaniard
Samuel Sanchez (Euskaltel-Euskadi) and
Karsten Kroon (CSC) for one his most
important victories, and in a race histori-
cally dominated by Belgian riders. Val-
verde is only the second Spanish rider (Igor
Astarloa won in 2003) to win atop the Mur
de Huy.
It would appear that the long-standing con-
flict between the UCI Pro -Tour and the
organizers for the three national Tours is
finally on the road to being resolved. A
series of meetings has been held where
working groups from the Grand Tours have
presented a list of suggestions to the UCI.
While nothing definite has been an-
nounced, at least both sides are talking to
each other and studying proposals to end
the stalemate.
Siskiyou Velo - May 2006 Page 7
RIDE OF SILENCE
Sponsored by Siskiyou Velo Bicycle Club
WHEN: May 17`l' — 7: 00 PM (sunset is at 8:28 PM)
START LOCATION: Hawthorn Park, Medford (meet on Hawthorn St.)
ROUTE: Hawthorn Park, East Main through downtown Medford, Highway 238 to Jacksonville, Old Stage,
Ross Lane, Hanley Rd.,Rossanley Dr., Ross Lane, Main St. Hawthorn Park.
OPTIONAL ROUTE: Hawthorn Park, East Main through downtown Medford, Highway 238 to Hanley
Road over Hanley Hill, Rossanley Dr., Ross Lane, Main St. Hawthorn Park.
DISTANCE: Primary Route: 14.25 miles — Optional Route: 10 miles
SPEED: The speed should not exceed 12 miles to Jacksonville
FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: Bob Korfhage (541 535 5276) (bkorfhage@charter.net
http://www.rideofsilence.ora
The Ride of Silence is a memoriam to cyclists killed while riding. This is a funeral procession, not a typical
club ride.
* The speed should not exceed 12 miles per hour.
* There should be NO talking first 5 miles (Jct. Highway 238 and Hanley Rd.). Use hand signals to point
out obstacles.
* No headphones, please.
We ask cyclists to wear a black armband if they personally know someone killed while cycling and a red
armband if they have been hurt by a vehicle while cycling.
Please bring headlights and tail lights in case darkness comes before the ride is finished.
Join cyclists worldwide in a silent slow-paced ride (max. 12 mph) in honor of those who have been injured
or killed while cycling on public roadways.
Why does this site exist?
To HONOR those who have been injured or killed
To RAISE AWARENESS that we are here
To ask that we all SHARE THE ROAD.
CYCLING IN THE NETHERLANDS
By Carlyle Stout
Imagine a place where: there are more
bicycles than cars; where cycling is a
way of life; where almost everyone
rides bikes -merchants, office workers,
business executives in suits, doctors,
lawyers, mothers with kids in their bas-
kets, students, children and the espe-
cially the elderly; where there is an
incredible network of bike paths
throughout the entire country; where
there are bike lanes in every city and
town; where there traffic lights only for
cyclists; where the parking structure in
the largest city is 3 stories high and has
over 10,000 bikes parked there; where
over 80% of the populace commutes on
bikes year round; where cycling is a
national sport; where business vie with
each other to sponsor the professional
team (Rabobank); where all the citizens
speak English as well as you do and
where the terrain is flat.
This is the Netherlands. Most Ameri-
cans know it as Holland, but the coun-
try actually consists of 12 provinces
and "Holland" comprises two of them:
North Holland and South Holland. Last
September my wife, Barbara, and I did
a "Bike & Barge" tour of North and
South Holland. We cycled 350 kilome-
ters over 7 days and were blessed with
sunny days and warm weather which is
fairly common in September unlike
other months of the year where rain is
frequent. For those of you who love to
travel and cycle the Netherlands is a
perfect combination. It is a country rich
in history, architecture, the arts and the
locals are friendly. This is not a cardio
tour, but a cultural one suitable for any-
one who loves to travel and cycle, es-
pecially for those of you who have
quasi -cycling spouses or significant
others.
We booked our tour through HAT Tours
(www.hat-tours.com) which is a Dutch
company as we wanted a European
flavor to our group and had three Ital-
ians, two French, a Canadian, ourselves
and a Jim & Mary Cruickshank, friends
from Medford. We had a Dutch guide,
Sonjia, who took us through the towns
and small bike baths, some of which
were so numerous and confusing we
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would have been lost in a heartbeat. At
night she provided guided history tours
through the towns we were berthed in.
We stayed on a boat (58 meters long)
that served as our hotel. We slept there,
ate breakfast and dinner on board and
took a sack lunch for our midday meal.
The meals were delicious and wine
(mostly from South Africa- remember
your colonial history) and beer
(Grolsch, Heiniken and Amstel) were
available to compliment the meals. We
rode what my wife called "Mary Pop -
pins" bikes, which were classic upright
sturdy bikes with internal shifting. I say
sturdy because they must have weighed
at least 50 pounds each. We had pan-
niers to stow our cameras, lunch, rain
gear and tourist goodies. We'd cycle
about 6 hours a day and have plenty of
time to play tourist and explore the
classic picturesque Dutch town. About
every two hours we'd stop for coffee or
soda, then have two hours for lunch.
The countryside was a postcard: green
fields, cows, farms, windmills and
thatched roof houses with tulips in the
garden. The dike system is astounding.
It was developed over 500 years ago
and the nation's survival depends on it.
There are lots of working windmills
which pump 40,000 liters of water per
minute into canals which feed other
canals that eventually empty into the
North Sea. It is an engineering marvel.
We discovered geography we didn't
know existed. On the coast there are
sand dunes and vast fields of heather
that were resplendent in their purple
fall colors. Some of the terrain looked
exactly like the Oregon coast between
Coos Bay and Florence. The entire
country is below sea level and we
crossed numerous canals via draw-
bridges, some only 50 meters wide and
others over a kilometer. We went
through the famous cheese town of
Edam and seaport of Vollendam where
we ate herring (a national passion) and
rode through little villages that were
right out of Hans Christian Anderson.
On the weekends the local bike clubs
were out in force, all decked out in
their club jerseys riding in a seamless
pace line.
As everyone speaks English it was a
traveler's dream because we could chat
up the locals about everything from
politics, to football (soccer) to cycling
to food. I brought some postcards from
the Rogue Valley and an AAA map of
the USA so I could show the people we
met where we lived and what a beauti-
ful place it is. On the bike paths we
would always see people of all ages
and all walks of life out riding. It was
spiritually uplifting to see so many peo-
ple cycling and realize that this was
THE mode of transportation. We
started and ended our trip in Amster-
dam which is one of the great cities of
Europe. The architecture, cultural di-
versity and art alone are worth the trip.
The Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh mu-
seum are world treasures. The city is
super pedestrian friendly and walking
through its circular streets cris-crossed
by canals is a joy.
One day the main group took a ferry to
Marken, which is the Williamsburg of
North Holland. Jim and I rode the 16
kilometer path out to the town which
sits on a narrow peninsula and en route
a peloton of a local club came cruising
by so we let them pass and then ped-
aled furiously on our bikes until we
latched on to the end. You should have
seen the look on the guy's face when he
glanced back and saw these two tour-
ists on Mary Poppins bikes sucking his
wheel; it was priceless. They could
have dropped us, but eased back and
we drafted them for about 8 kilometers
into the next town.
HAT Tours offers many cycling trips
throughout Holland including "tulip"
tours in the Spring and a Medieval
Walled Castle Tour. We had a wonder-
ful time and highly recommend the trip
to all who love traveling and cycling. It
is the perfect way to see and experience
"Holland".
Siskiyou Velo - May 2006 Page 9
Siskiyou Velo Meeting
April 12, 2006 Minutes
I. Introductions (22 present)
II. Minutes from last meeting approved
Ill. Committee Reports
A. Treasury: This month about $1800 came in for MLC sponsorships; $900 in expenses; current balance
about $7,400.
B. Membership: 2 new and 6 renewing memberships for a total of 357.
C. Touring: highlighted the (Almost) Cinco de Mayo ride on May 6, beginning and ending at the Wootons,
with two 50-rides possible: one with about 5,000 feet of climbing and the other relatively flat; potluck following.
Also, the Ride of Silence to commemorate those injured and killed in cycling related accidents will be May 17
starting at Hawthorne Park.
D. Events: The MLC has received about $2000 in monetary sponsorships and $1800 'in kind' donations. List
passed around for volunteers to sign up.
E. Newsletter: It's coming together.
F. Advocacy
1. The bike law seminar was successful; need to get the information out into the community.
2. More rides need to be started at Bear Creek Park using Siskiyou between Willamette and Highland
because that stretch is being reconfigured. Residents report that they never see cyclists there, so no bike
lanes are necessary. We need to be visible.
3. Bad news: The county will be chipsealing the following roads - Cady, Sterling Creek, Hughs, Royal
Crest, Suncrest, Payne, and Butler Creek, among others this year. Good news: They will be trying a
smaller rock so it shouldn't be as rough.
4. In case of negative incidents with drivers, get the description of the car and the driver, license plate
if possible, and report the incident to 911. A 911 call goes into the record even if the person is not cited.
This could provide a valuable history if the person is involved in repeated offences.
5. Hazards: Dirt on South Stage was reported and cleaned; nothing can be done about the increased
traffic hazards on Hanley presently, but the county knows and it is a priority when funds are available; if
there is a flagrant hazard, take a digital photo of it and email it to the appropriate authorities.
IV. Old Business
A. With a total of about $2800 in cash donations for the MLC to date, it's expected that there will be approxi-
mately $7000 - $9000 to donate.
B. The Portland Touring Club does not have anyone wanting to be hosted after all (per the last meeting).
C. Reminder of the presentations club members will be giving at Stewart State Park this summer.
D. Thank yous received and read from Emma Gordon & Ben Harlow for club donations to their non-profit
cycling endeavors. Post script: Ben crashed outside of Crescent City so is currently back at home recuperat-
ing.
V. New Business
A. Rick Berlet reported on the 1st Annual Bicycling Summit he attended in Eugene.
B. Oregon is ranked one of the top locations for supported bike touring events.
C. The committee for donating the MLC money presented a list of many ideas as potential ways to use the
MLC proceeds. Members' input was requested.
D. The Rogue River Greenway has received the endorsement of the State Parks & Recreation Dept, which is
willing to coordinate working with the public land.
E. Andy Dungan requested the club share its MLC mailing list for the Ride the Rogue. Permission given.
F. Cycle Oregon requested giving a presentation at the club, but the consensus is that the club members are
already aware of the Cycle Oregon ride so it wouldn't be necessary.
VI. Meeting adjourned 8:22.
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Jacksonville Forest Park
Short Track Mountain Bike Series
— Tuesday Evenings —
May 9, 16, 23, & 30
A Short loop with some fire road, single track, and even a small amount of climbing, hopefully fast!
Categories and Start times:
Beginner 6:00 20min
Sport 6:30 30min
Expert 7:10 40min
Men and Women race together scored separately. Promoter reserves the right to split and combine categories.
Awards:
Scoring in each race top 10 for overall series placing, 1-17, 2-13, 3-10 , 4-8, 5-6, 6-5, 7-4, 8-3, 9-2, 10-1 ties broke by placing in
last race. Prizes and Swag for top 3 in each category plus extras for randomly chosen placings.
Race Fees and Registration: An OBRA Event
Registration opens at 5:15 to 5 min prior to race start.
$11 per race, $40 for all 4 paid at I' race.
Current OBRA Membership required, single day membership for $5.00 at event. To speed things up please bring signed and
completed OBRA Waiver and your OBRA number plate.
Jacksonville Forest Park - John's Peak Reservoir Directions:
I5 take exit 30 to HWY 62/Crater Lake HWY. Head West Following HWY 62/Crater Lake HWY which becomes HWY 238/
Jacksonville HWY which becomes Rossanley Dr./HWY 238. (1 know your tax dollars at work, but wait it gets better) Rossanley
ends at Hanley Rd. take a left. Follow Hanley/HWY 238 until it ends. Take a right on to Jacksonville HWY 238 into Jackson-
ville. Take a right at East California St./HWY 238 (at the stop sign says right turn permitted with out stopping). Follow about 1
mile to Reservoir road turn right. Reservoir is approximately 1 mile up Reservoir road. Due to limited parking those in the
know please carpool or park in lot behind library and post office in Jacksonville and ride up. PHEW!
If you would like a detailed map with directions, shoot us an email at shorttrack@siskiyouvelo.org
Questions:
Richard Hogan - 541-664-8751, hogie0101@yahoo.com
Sponsored by:
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Start Out On Top
(of the MLQ
Register now to ride the Cascade highlands Loop on June 24, 2006.
See all of the beauty of the original Mountain Lakes Challenge without
the difficult Greensprings grade.
The Cascade Highlands Loop starts and ends at the south end of Hyatt
Lake. The course loops around Hyatt Lake, Howard Prairie Lake, Fish
Lake, and Lake of the Woods. There are three rest stops, SAG support
and a post ride meal.
If you have shied away from riding the Mountain Lakes Challenge be-
cause of the Greensprings climb, or if you want to try a new route, then
this is the ride for you. Sign up now. Registration forms are available
at local bike shops or online at w,,N,,w.siskiyouvelo.org/MLC06/ Hope
to see you there.
Sign up now for the Mountain Lakes Challenge, Saturday,
June 24, 2006. Registrations forms are available at local
bike stores or online at www.siskiyouvelo.org/MLC06/
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