Category Archives: suburbs
Grandview adopts first-ever trails plan
The southern suburb of Grandivew, MO recently adopted it’s first ever trails plan, which is a good thing considering the city’s current situation. Not counting small walking loops, the city’s only existing trail is a 0.9 mile connector to the … Continue reading
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Tonganoxie bike/ped plan advances
Monday the City Council of Tonganoxie, KS in Leavenworth County will vote on a comprehensive bicycle and pedestrian master plan that includes a full range of sidewalks, trails, bicycle lanes, and Complete Streets. The plan would guide facilities in new … Continue reading
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Independence unanimously adopts anti-harassment ordinance
Tonight the Independence, MO City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance specifically prohibiting harassment of bicyclists, pedestrians, and wheelchair users. Councilman Jim Schultz sponsored the ordinance modeled on those in Greenwood and Columbia, MO. The Council was very supportive of increasing … Continue reading
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Ride to Independence City Council meeting tonight
If you live, work, or ride in Independence (or anywhere in Eastern Jackson County), please join us this evening as we ride to the Independence City Hall. The City Council will vote an ordinance banning harassment of bicyclists, pedestrians, and … Continue reading
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Big weekend showcases much of our local bike culture
If you thought last weekend was big for bicycling in Kansas City, this weekend is even bigger. Events all over the metro area will give you a very big slice of local culture. There’s something for almost every persuasion, whether … Continue reading
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Independence City Council considers anti-harassment ordinance
On September 20th the Independence City Council will vote on a new ordinance to prohibit the harassment of bicyclists, pedestrians, and wheelchair users. The ordinance sponsored by City Councilman Jim Schultz would make Independence the third Missouri city to explicitly … Continue reading
Independence Family Bike Ride on the new Rock Creek Trail
This is a great opportunity to check out the new Rock Creek Trail being built in western Independence! Join Independence park staff for a family-friendly bicycle ride from Rotary Park to Country Club Park and back on the new Rock … Continue reading
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New trail opening in Olathe
Kansas Cyclist reports on a new trail segment in Olathe that will connect Heritage Park and Blackbob Park. They also provide a handy map showing a good on-street connection from the new trail to the popular Indian Creek Trail, just … Continue reading
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Two local trails get federal funding via KDOT
Two area trail projects are among the 18 Transportation Enhancements grants recently awarded by the Kansas Department of Transportation. Shawnee’s the Clear Creek Trail will be extended to connect with the popular Mill Creek Streamway that runs from the Kaw … Continue reading
Husband and Wife hit in Overland Park
A husband and wife were hit by an SUV at 133rd and Nall in southern Overland Park around 8:00 a.m. this morning. Police are investigating, and news media is reporting conflicting information. We’ll post updates as we have them. KMBC-TV … Continue reading
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