Monthly Archives: April 2009

Columbia achieves Silver Bike-Friendly designation

Posted on April 28, 2009 by Eric

Columbia, MO has just been named a Silver level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists.  Bicycle Friendly Communities is a national program that measures things like policies, facilities, bike lanes, trails, educational programs, etc. and awards cities … Continue reading →

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Pujols gets 15 years in Chris Cooper killing, family seeks reform of police chase policy

Posted on April 24, 2009 by Eric

Wilfredo Pujols has been sentenced to 15 years in the hit-and-run death of teen bicyclist Chris Cooper in Independence in November 2007. Pujols had pleaded guilty to second degree murder in December of 2008, and was finally sentenced this week. … Continue reading →

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Big change for Lenexa Midnight Ride

Posted on April 23, 2009 by Eric

Over the last few years the Lenexa Midnight Ride has become a very popular event for bicyclists of types.  Unfortunately there are some big changes this year that might not be so great.  In the past the ride has started … Continue reading →

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Bike parking law advances!

Posted on April 22, 2009 by Eric

Today the KCMO City Council’s Planning and Zoning Committee approved a new development code that includes bicycle parking requirements. This would mean most new businesses and apartments would have to provide parking for customers, employees, tenants, and visitors. It is … Continue reading →

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Roller Racing returns Friday night

Posted on April 16, 2009 by Eric

Photo by Chris Thomas If you haven’t seen the KCSprints roller racing yet, there is another another chance Friday night in Midtown. It’s a lot of fun to watch, and inexpensive to participate. 8:00 p.m. at Harling’s Upstairs Bar & … Continue reading →

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Katy Trail Ride with Missouri Legislators

Posted on April 15, 2009 by Eric

On Monday the 20th join the Missouri Bicycle Federation in Jefferson City for a Katy Trail ride with members of the Missouri General Assembly.  And be sure to invite your own legislators. This is a great way to get to … Continue reading →

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Volunteers needed to count bicycle/pedestrian traffic

Posted on April 13, 2009 by Eric

This request comes from Deb Ridgway, the KCMO Bike/Ped Coordinator. Getting an accurate measure of bicycle and pedestrian traffic is a critical first step for efforts to build more bike lanes, trails, and other facilities for bicyclists and pedestrians.  Please … Continue reading →

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Economic stimulus allows MoDOT to accelerate HOA bike/ped lane

Posted on April 8, 2009 by Eric

During negotiations over a bicycle and pedestrian path on the new Paseo Bridge, the Missouri Department of Transportation committed to building such a path on the Heart of America Bridge (Route 9, Oak St., Burlington). The original commitment was to … Continue reading →

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OutSpokin rides in 2009

Posted on April 4, 2009 by Eric

OutSpokin’, the city’s gay and lesbian bicycle club, has a great series of rides planned for 2009. Everything from urban exploration to mountain biking.  Check out this recent article in Camp Magazine for all the details.

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The Wheel 15th anniversary party

Posted on April 3, 2009 by Eric

On Saturday The Wheel Cyclery is celebrating 15 years with a big party, food, special deals and sales, etc.  The Wheel is also making some big changes to become an environmentally sustainable business, and will have exhibitors from local environmental … Continue reading →

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