Bike Delaware Meeting Postponed

The August Bike Delaware Meeting at WILMAPCO has been postponed.

Tuesday, August 25th, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. Included on the agenda: Complete Streets in Sept. 2009, 3' passing law, safe crossing of the C&D Canal, identifying and attending/tabling events, our incorporation efforts as a non-profit 501(c)3, etc. Come join us!

WILMAPCO, 850 Library Ave, Suite 100, Newark, DE. (map)

Check out our Participation page for links to minutes and agendas, past and present.

College Ave side-path now open to bicycles

Separated 8' bridge over Amtrak/Septa line in Newark now connects UD South Campus with James Hall Trail. Cyclists must ride cautiously and yield to pedestrians as required.

Bridge was off limits in favor of bike lane markings removed from College Avenue following latest pavement rehab.

DelDOT trims fat from Salem Church/Rt.40 pork chop, follows similar action on Old Baltimore Pike

Bike Delaware has long maintained that concrete islands (aka "Pork Chops") are being designed as obstacles to a cyclist's right of way through intersections. They add a further danger where most accidents/incidents already occur. DelDOT has recognized this, and is seen taking action in accordance with the State's Bicycle Policy. It also sets the foundation for Complete Streets, coming in September.

II Policy, Paragraph 3: "The continuity of existing paved shoulders shall be maintained at the widest possible width. The desirable width of 5-ft (1.5m ) travel way on the shoulder shall be maintained for bicycle use unless exceptional circumstances occur that require emergency operational safety improvements that compromise this width. If the width of a paved shoulder area must be compromised to less than four feet, the area shall be appropriately marked as a hazard for bicyclists and the Department shall concurrently nominate a project that will result in the restoration of appropriate accommodations for bicycle travel".

Read the Bike Policy HERE. Report dangerous pork chops to Anthony Aglio, Bike/Ped Coordinator. Check out our updated Issues and Success pages.

Mike Clark Legacy Foundation partners with Bike Delaware

The mission of the Mike Clark Legacy Foundation is to promote self-worth in youth through a union of education, health, and athletics, enabling them to see better alternatives and make positive life choices. The MCLF was formed to honor the memory of Mike Clark, a Delaware native and accomplished triathlete, and to continue his life-long dedication to children. Together we can make a direct impact on the lives of the children we support and, in turn, our communities.

The Second Annual Mike Clark Memorial Ride takes place on Saturday, August 8, 2009. Full details HERE. Event flyer HERE.

Three foot passing law passes Delaware Senate unanimously

SB 168 has now moved to the House and was assigned to the Public Safety committee on June 30. The first session of the 145th General Assembly ended last night, so action by the House must wait until the GA reconvenes in January for the second session. Feel free to email sponsoring legislators with a show of support:

Terry.Schooley@state.de.us
David.Sokola@state.de.us
Deborah.Hudson@state.de.us
Helene.Keeley@state.de.us