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ACTION ALERT: Sign the Safe Passing Petition |
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Written by Administrator
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Monday, 29 June 2009 |
From BikeTexas:
As you know, last week Governor Perry vetoed the Safe Passing Bill (SB 488). This bill would have made Texas roads safer by requiring motorists to give three feet clearance when passing a cyclist or other vulnerable road user. We are deeply disappointed in the Governor's decision.
Preparation for the next legislative session starts the day after the close of the last session. In addition to our ongoing work in statewide children's bike safety education and Congressional lobbying for bike infrastructure funding in the upcoming 2010 Federal Transportation Bill, we are already building the foundation for the 2011 Texas Legislature.
What you can do:
There are several ways you can show your support for Safe Passing in Texas!
- Sign the Petition! Cyclists and other concerned Texans can register their support by signing the attached petition. We will use this petition to further build our relationship with a broad range of Legislators and other public officials.
- Forward this information! Send this information to friends and relatives, including those who walk, run or work on Texas roadways. Urge them to sign as well.
- Gather Signatures! Go to www.BikeTexas.org/petition and download a PDF petition form.
- Link to the petition! Go to the www.BikeTexas.org/petition and download a "Sign the Petition" button for your website, or the website of your bike club or shop, then link it to the petition page.
- Write a letter! Write a letter to the editor of your local newspaper expressing why you disagree with the Governor's veto. Some points you could include:
- Over 1000 vulnerable road users were killed last year, and this bill could have saved lives.
- A personal story about a time a motorist passed you unsafely.
- The health and environmental benefits of cycling and how increased safety encourages more people to ride.
- Join BikeTexas! There is strength in numbers! In each of the past four Legislative sessions, the Safe Passing Bill has moved closer and closer to becoming Texas law. We need to join together to make sure that in the next fight, we will WIN!
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Last Updated ( Monday, 29 June 2009 )
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Written by Administrator
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Friday, 11 January 2008 |
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 03 February 2009 )
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BikeHouston Board Member Speaks at Obesity Forum |
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 24 June 2009 |
BikeHouston Board Member Mark LeBlanc was a speaker at the Houston Wellness Association’s Obesity Forum, which was held at the Children's Nutrition Research Center on June 24.
The forum's topic was "Fighting Obesity through Physical Education" and LeBlanc's presentation was entitled, "Physical Activity through Green Transportation."
LeBlanc spoke on "green transportation" and how it plays into physical activity. The primary point of his talk was that the City of Houston, Harris County and the surrounding areas have a lot to offer “sell-propelled commuters”, no matter if it is to work or to the local store. He noted 50% of car travel is 3 miles or less.
LeBlanc's other point was when people reduce physical activity to “exercise” that is separate and apart from their daily routines, they encounter obstacles related to time, money or motivation. These obstacles make it difficult to maintain such activity over time. Reintroducing activity into daily routines is a practical way to overcome such obstacles. |
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 24 June 2009 )
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2009 BikeHouston Moonlight Bicycle Ramble |
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Written by Administrator
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Monday, 15 June 2009 |
The 2009 BikeHouston Moonlight Bicycle Ramble wiil be held November 1 at 2:00am. We will have registration information available soon.
The 37th Annual BikeHouston Moonlight Bicycle Ramble will have a 20 mi and an 8 mi route. The ride begins and ends outside the George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida de las Americas.
Dress up in your best (bike-riding-friendly) costume to win prizes!
The rider of the best lit bike will also win prizes! |
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 16 June 2009 )
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