Interested in Bicycle Advocacy here in Lakewood???

Tim Liston · Post by **Tim Liston** » Thu Jun 08, 2006 12:13 pm

There is a small group of folks who have expressed an interest in advocating bicycle transportation here in Lakewood. Racks, signage, paths/routes, education, etc.

The idea is to suggest and perhaps help implement ways to make Lakewood more accommodating to cyclists, and to promote Lakewood as a Ã¢â‚¬Å“bike friendlyÃ¢â‚¬Â city. Lakewood has a lot of cycling potential, and with the ongoing work on streets, sidewalks, etc. perhaps the needs of cyclists can also be considered. Plus there appears to be some interest in such an effort at least at some levels within City government and by other Observers.

If you are interested in joining us, please PM me. I'll help organize an initial meeting and see where that takes us. You don't need to be an avid cyclist to contribute, just interested in promoting cycling as another Lakewood amenity.

So PM me and I'll help get organized. In the meantime, Ride On!!!

Bryan Schwegler · Post by **Bryan Schwegler** » Thu Jun 08, 2006 5:39 pm

I think it's a great idea. Even though I wouldn't consider myself an avid cyclist by any means I think it would be great to improve conditions even for those of us that just want to be able to ride our bikes to the park, store, or place to eat.

Tim Liston · Post by **Tim Liston** » Fri Jun 09, 2006 8:54 am

Thanks to the handful of people who have responded. So far we have a nice mix. A couple avid cyclists, a couple city folk, and a couple of former Ã¢â‚¬Å“Do BeesÃ¢â‚¬Â with some extra time on their hands (you know who you are).

I'm really busy thru the 18th but I'll gather scheduling preferences and get the gang together at Phoenix shortly thereafter. A couple more people would be nice though we are certainly good to go right now. Thanks all......

Tim

Tom Bullock · Post by **Tom Bullock** » Sun Jun 11, 2006 11:30 am

I'm more a jogger than a cyclist (biker?) but either way I support this proposal and agree that enhancing Lakewood's walkability and non-automobile modes of transportation are good for our town.

Have you seen the thread on Clifton Avenue resurfacing? I've suggested that one lane be reserved for cycling/jogging, and we might add rollerblading.