Texas Biking News October 23rd 2019
Realistic lessons in accident investigation
By Baylee Bates | www.kten.com
SHERMAN, Texas — A blue car hurtles toward a figure on a bicycle in a Sherman parking lot.
The rider is struck and flies through the air, landing in a heap on the pavement.
It’s a terrifying sight, but this was an intentional "accident," a pedestrian/bicycle collision reconstruction course hosted by Sherman police.
The "victims" were …
Georgetown city leaders seek feedback on proposed bicycle master plan
by: Candy Rodriguez | www.kxan.com
GEORGETOWN, Texas (KXAN) — Transportation leaders in the City of Georgetown are preparing for growth. City leaders are working on a Bicycle Master Plan that will serve as a blueprint for future transportation projects to support a safe and connected bicycle network.
“I think the plan lays out a good network,†Raymond Miller, the city’s public works director said.
The city’s population has …
Austin councilmembers head to the Netherlands to learn about integrating biking in transportation systems
Sammy Turner | www.kvue.com
AUSTIN, Texas — Editor’s note: The attached video is related to a similar story on biking in Georgetown.
Several Austin City Council members are visiting the Netherlands to study the Dutch transportation systems, but who’s paying for all the travel expenses?
Councilmember Natasha Harper-Madison’s office said that the trip was fully sponsored by PeopleForBikes, including the members’ flights, hotels and meals. No taxpayer money was used, according to her office. …
Solo Wednesday
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