Monthly Archives: May 2006

City Council Paseo Bridge Resolution

Big thanks to everyone that turned out the City Council meeting. The resolution supporting bicycle/pedestrian and mass transit accommodation on the new Paseo Bridge was passed. Special thanks to Councilman John Fairfield for sponsoring this resolution and for his instrumental … Continue reading

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Bike parking rules proposed

KCMO is rewriting all of their planning, zoning, and parking rules. This includes a large new section on bike parking requirements. Under the proposal, most businesses and public buildings would be required to provide a minimum number of bike parking … Continue reading

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Commuter Challenge Results

The 2006 Bike Commuter Challenge was a hug, record-breaking success. Results here…

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Ride of Silence photos

Here are some shots of the local 2006 Ride of Silence to honor fallen cyclists. Over 150 people showed up to ride through the Brookside neighborhood.

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Johnson County Bike Plan

The suburb of Overland Park, KS is working on a bike plan for the city's northern half, including it's first consideration of on-road cycling. Overland Park is holding a public meeting to discuss their plans for > extending trails and … Continue reading

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Bike Racks Now on ALL Buses

As of this week the KCATA has finished installing bike racks on all 20- and 40-foot Metro buses on fixed routes. This covers virtually everything but the short buses serving the MetroFlex routes.

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Bike Commuter Challenge

The annual KC Bike Commuter Challenge is back again for 2006. More info Register and log your miles

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