Texas Bicycling News – November 2, 2023
Dallas’ new bike plan may not need to touch all city districts, council members say
By Everton Bailey Jr. | www.dallasnews.com
Some elected leaders say they don’t believe all residents want or would benefit from more bike lanes all over Dallas
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Dallas officials want to make it easier to bike in the city, but several council members are skeptical the changes are needed citywide.
At least four City Council members said Wednesday during a presentation by city transportation officials on Dallas’ bike plan, that they didn’t see the point of adding more bike lanes to every part of the city in the hopes it’ll increase ridership. A small network of dedicated and connected bike lanes, trails, and other paths may be the best option to address making cycling a more viable option for residents, they said.
“I think we’re missing the mark here if we feel that we have to find a project in every single district,” said council member Adam Bazaldua, who represents the South Dallas area. “But if…the end result doesn’t …
Buffalo Bayou sunset. pic.twitter.com/kYBTT1MkUV
— Christof Spieler (@christofspieler) November 2, 2023
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) November 2, 2023
Hey @Staples, I biked to your store today at 1919 Taylor St in Houston, but there’s no good place to park my bike. Could you please install bike parking? The store is right off a major hike & bike trail pic.twitter.com/ThFFgBferu
— Chris Parma (@cfparma16) November 1, 2023
Briefing at today’s @DallasParkRec board meeting about long term planning for @BachmanLake. Earlier this year we did a trail infrastructure ride to identify some of the accessibility challenges and opportunities ?? https://t.co/WydWgXxt31
— Jeff Kitner (@JeffKitner) November 2, 2023
The bridge connecting Arthur Storey Park to the Brays Bayou Greenway is getting its final touches. pic.twitter.com/emrDfzJ1IV
— Bryan Dotson (@BryanDotson13) November 2, 2023
Dallas finalizing its first updated bike plan in more than a decade
By Pablo Arauz Peña | www.keranews.org
In a city built for cars, Dallas faces growing pains when it comes to making neighborhoods bike-friendly.
City planners are working on updating the city’s bike plan for the first time in more than a decade. It comes as demand grows for an improved bike network across the city.
Dallas Director of Transportation Gus Khankarli gave a status update to city council members Wednesday.
“The infrastructure was built for vehicles, and was built for all these things,” he said. “So now we’re having to retrofit.”
A city survey found that 87% of respondents support …
Road Cycling in Houston, Texas
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Upcoming Events
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Rusty Romp Thu, November 09, 2023 9:00 AM Benbrook YMCA, 1899 Winscott Road, Benbrook, TX 76126 https://www.fwbaclub.org/event-5470264
Holland Lake Sat, November 11, 2023 9:00 AM Holland Lake, 1300 Holland Lake Dr., Weatherford, TX https://www.fwbaclub.org/event-5470171
Pearland Bicycles opens up new shop
By Asia Armour | communityimpact.com
Pearland Bicycles opened a new shop on Cullen Road at the beginning of October, owners said.
The bike shop serves the needs of cyclists and aims to introduce new riders to the joy of bicycling, per its website. The store offers a full service center with mechanics who can service several makes and models of bikes. Customers can receive a free estimate on repairs.
Additionally, Pearland Bicycles sells a selection of rides—including electric, commuter, mountain and fitness bikes; as well as equipment, accessories and parts.
Opened early October
2819 Cullen Parkway, Ste. 112, Pearland
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) November 3, 2023
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) November 3, 2023
Video: Man killed in hit-and-run on North Side, police say
Rebecca Salinas | www.ksat.com
A man was hit on Wednesday night on the Loop 1604 access road near Blanco Road
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are investigating a deadly hit-and-run that took place on the North Side on Wednesday night.
Police said a man was riding a bicycle around 8:40 p.m. on the westbound lanes of the Loop 1604 access road near Blanco Road.
An unknown vehicle hit the man and fled the scene before police arrived.
The man, who has not been identified, was pronounced dead.
Bridgeland Harris County, Texas
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