Reminder on Institution policies regarding personal transportation

[Jordan Steves]

Dear Chautauquans:

 

As the 2018 season approaches, please review the below policies and guidelines regarding modes of individual transportation on the grounds. As stated in Chautauqua Institution's Rules and Regulations (linked on the Board of Trustees page under Governance Documents), walking and/or riding bicycles are considered the normal modes of travel within the Chautauqua grounds during the season. In particular, please note that vehicles, bicycles and golf carts are not permitted on any pedestrian walks, and that devices such as Class 2 or 3 E-bikes (electric assist), mopeds, battery or gas powered single-, dual- or three-wheeled scooters, motorcycles, skateboards or motorized skateboards should not be used on the grounds at all.

 

We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining a safe environment for all as we move around the grounds this summer.

 

Regards,

Jordan Steves

Director of Strategic Communications and Community Relations

 

 

Chautauqua Institution Rules and Regulations

 

Bicycles

• Bikes shall maintained be in good working order with adequate brakes, have a bell or other signal device, legal reflectors and, if operated after dark, a headlight.
• Cyclists must give right of way to pedestrians, and operate safely, obeying all traffic signs and the posted speed limit of 12 mph.
• New York state law requires all children under age 14 to wear a helmet.
• Bicycles are not to be operated on walkways reserved for pedestrian use.
• Owners may register their bicycles at the police station. Bicycles may also be rented from Jamestown Cycle Shop Bike Rent. Both are located on Massey Avenue.

 

Scooters

Motorized wheelchairs (four-wheel scooter-type) are allowed by permit for owners or guests. The use of all other motor vehicles are restricted.

 

Golf Carts

Restricted to the use by Institution employees in the course of their duties by special permission.

 

Rollerblades

Restricted to perimeter streets designated by the Operations Office.

 

Automobiles

Cars, trucks, and or buses are allowed by permit to and from one's residence, post office, work or delivery location or for special restricted purposes deemed appropriate by the Institution. Driving and parking should be restricted to permitted purposes only.

 

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Jordan Steves
Director of Communications
jst...@chq.org | o: 716.357.6434

Chautauqua Institution

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Chautauqua, NY 14722
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[Jordan Steves]

Dear Chautauquans:

Earlier this week, we sent an email titled “Reminder on Institution policies regarding personal transportation” that aimed to refresh our collective memories about community safety standards and regulations. In response, several Chautauquans questioned the information about the use of Class 2 or 3 E-bikes (electric assist). Upon closer review of the Rules and Regulations, we have determined that we can permit the use of electric-assist bikes that also have pedals, in accordance with Federal regulations in the absence of clear regulations from New York State. 

 

Electric-assist bicycles with pedals are permitted at Chautauqua and required to follow the same community rules and regulations as bicycles without electric assistance. 

 

With thanks for your help in addressing this concern,

Jordan Steves

Director of Strategic Communications and Community Relations