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Why We Love the Carlsbad and Tamarack Roundabout
On February 6th, the Carlsbad Traffic and Mobility Commission will...
Support Safe Streets in Carlsbad!
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Our San Diego Budget Asks for Fiscal Year 2024
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We recently teamed up with @sdbikecoalition and @circulatesd to spread the word on traffic safety at Valley Middle School and Magnolia Elementary School. 🚲🚗We're planning visits to more schools to encourage everyone to share the road and look out for each other! @CarlsbadUsd
We're asking @SDCaltrans to follow through on their forward thinking policies and install Class IV bikeways on their section of Park Blvd.
Hoping we can fill this dangerous gap together!
Circulate joined @sdbikecoalition in sending a letter to @CaltransHQ requesting a policy that results in more protected bikeways.
In particular, the letter asks for a protected bikeway on the Park Boulevard overpass over the I-5.
So excited to announce that both @SANDAG and @CityofSanDiego have been awarded major federal funding for roadway safety projects!
294 people lost their lives in @SanDiegoCounty last year. #VisionZero funding like this will save lives.
We're announcing funding for 500+ projects nationwide to improve safety & save lives along America's roadways.
Our investment will fund safety planning & implementation for over half the nation's population — supporting our vision of ZERO roadway deaths. https://www.transportation.gov/briefing-room/biden-harris-administration-announces-historic-800-million-more-500-projects-improve
On Monday 02/06, @carlsbadcagov's Traffic and Mobility Commission will choose between a roundabout and a traffic signal for the intersection of Carlsbad Blvd and Tamarack Ave.
A 🧵 on a few reasons why we LOVE this roundabout, and how you can support it:
My husband was killed in this bike lane on Camino del Rio S & the only debris on the road is IN the bike lane, making it unusable. This road NEEDS a protected bike lane. Until it has one, @CityofSanDiego please keep the narrow painted bike lane clear & maintain a little safety. https://twitter.com/acbowen/status/1620094032730034178
This is the “bike lane” where Matt Keenan was killed by a driver 16 months ago. Sweep-E, where you at? https://www.kpbs.org/news/local/2021/09/27/grieving-families-bike-lane-improvements-vision-zero
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CITY CYCLING: PACIFIC BEACH
Not comfortable on the road?
Get ready to ride in the city! This class covers general bike safety, emergency maneuver skills, legal rights, and responsibilities. It’s perfect for beginners and equally valuable for experienced cyclists that want to brush up on road rules.
Classes are open to bike riders of all ages. E-bikes welcome! Class content applies to both regular and e-bikes. The 3-hour class is broken up into 3 parts: lecture, skills drills, and road riding. The road riding portion of this class is about a 4-mile guided bike ride and we take frequent stops to discuss bike infrastructure and riding skills. Class sizes are limited so register now!
Register at sdbikecoalition.org/events
*Before the class: Make sure your bike is in good working order and ready to ride! Helmets are required and we can provide free helmets by advanced request. This is not a “learn-to-ride” class.*
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1. Be extremely predictable 2. Be visible 3. Wear protective gear 4. No matter who's right or wrong, just like on a motorcycle, bicyclists always get the shorter straw dealt in an accident with a vehicle
Why we love roundabouts!
In this mini blog, we share 4 reasons why roundabouts are safer than traffic signals and why we believe the proposed Carlsbad Boulevard and Tamarack Avenue Roundabout is particularly well designed. Many cyclists are not aware of the safety benefits of roundabouts, so that's why we are here to help!
Read the full blog article online at sdbikecoalition.org
Support a Roundabout at Carlsbad and Tamarack! We would appreciate if you can make the meeting on February 6th!
Meeting Details:
Monday, Feb. 6, 2023 @ 4 p.m. In person at Carlsbad City Hall, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive
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While I like roundabouts, I do not like the design to force cyclists onto the side walk. The bike lane should be carried through the roundabout. I always take the lane and ride the roundabout just like a car.
We had a great time at the Farmers Open golf tournament this weekend! We want to send a BIG THANK YOU to all the volunteers who helped us provide bike valet for some awesome guests!
Make sure to follow us on social media and become a member to learn about future volunteer opportunities. SDCBC is launching a new volunteer program in February to keep track of your time and work your way up to some great prizes and access to exclusive events! Register at sdbikecoaltion.org/join
If you would like to have a bike valet service at your event, email as info@sdbikecoalition.org
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Glad it went well with the rain et al.
We're searching for some volunteers who would like to be Bike Valets at a few events!
The first event will be the Farmers Open Insurance Golf Tournament (Jan 25th - 28th)! This is a multi day event so there are plenty of time slots for you to choose from. Sign up for a few hours of volunteer work all while enjoying the views and sounds of the tournament!
The second event is the SDBMA Archipelago Ride on April 1st! If you love the outdoors and mountain biking, then volunteering for this event is for you! Two time slots are available, so make sure to sign up before the positions fill up.
Make sure to register for volunteer opportunities at sdbikecoaliiton.org/get-involed/volunteer
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What is a Bike Valet? A bike valet checks in and parks bikes, while keeping a close eye on them for guests who are attending the event.
How do I sign up? sdbikecoalition.org/get-involved/volunteer
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2023 Guide: Bicycle & Pedestrian Laws
Stay in the loop with what's changing throughout California! We went ahead and created a mini guide to learn which laws have changed in the walking and cycling world. Have questions? Don't hesitate to send us a message to learn more about what is being changed and how it affects YOU!
Make sure to follow us to learn about future events, classes, and meetings! Become a member at sdbikecoalition.org/join today! It's free!!
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Thanks! Will share on Parent Education Connection.
Douglas Gould Gary Hobgood Ron Hartman Bob Kennedy
Thanks. Sharing.