FW: Knight Foundation: Cycling Summit and Community Conversation

[John Cock]

FYI. . .

 

John Cock
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From: Caitlin Ford [mailto:cf...@tlwf.org]
Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2015 3:31 PM
To: Caitlin Ford
Subject: Knight Foundation: Cycling Summit and Community Conversation

 

Good Afternoon,

 

Thank you for your participation and interest in the first Cycle Charlotte Community Dialogue that took place on November 17^th. 

 

As we all work together to make Charlotte the next great bicycle-friendly city, The Knight Foundation and The Lee Institute invite you to the second Cycle Charlotte Community Dialogue on Monday, February 9^th from 4:00PM – 6:00PM.  The event will be held at the Foundation For The Carolinas building (220 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202).

 

Attached is a flyer for your reference and to share strategically:   We ask that you invite individuals who will make insightful and diverse contributions to the conversation, but in order to avoid being overwhelmed with responses, we also ask you to share it on social media very responsibly.

 

As with the November gathering, the majority of time will be devoted to table conversation and feedback from attendees like you.  Our goal is to hear and capture YOUR valuable input, which will shape this process moving forward.

 

Space is limited, so RSVPs are essential.  To reserve your spot, please contact Caitlin Ford at cf...@tlwf.org or (704) 632-6714. 

 

B-Cycle has graciously provided bicycle valet and a promo code for free B-Cycle use the day of the event.  Information regarding the B-Cycle services available, directions and parking information will be sent out as we draw closer to the event.

 

We very much look forward to seeing you next month.

 

Very best regards,

 

Caitlin Ford

Project Coordinator

The Lee Institute

(704) 632-6714

cf...@leeinstitute.org

 

[James Bailey]

It's important the cycling community talk among themselves, but I would hope we could speak loudly and clearly to CDOT and Park and Recreation officials when the opportunity is presented.  Will the "Cross Charlotte Trail" incorporate any accepted bikeway design standards?  The session Jan. 27, might provide a clue.

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[Patrick George]

Great point, particularly when compare to the usability of the light rail trail.   Now that they've seen the usage and value of that section will they plan any better for the extension?  I realize they're different branches of City government but now would be the time to influence design considerations. 

[Pamela Murray]

Great points.  I'm not sure but it seems to me the greenway is planned as a multiuse path (MUP) or Shared Used Path (SUP) which have different design guidelines than a bikeway.  I would like the bikeway design standards but not sure what the differences are. 

Pam

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