Monthly Archives: March 2011

Edmond City Council Passes 3-Foot Rule

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March 31, 2011

Following the cue of Oklahoma City and Norman, the Edmond City Council has passed an ordinance change that requires vehicles to pass cyclists with at least 3-feet of distance. Violation of the ordnance comes with a fine of not more than $500. The Ordinance also makes several other changes to cycling rules in Edmond:...
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St. Baldrick’s Day 2011

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March 25, 2011
St. Baldrick’s Day 2011

Admittedly, this has nothing even remotely to do with cycling so I hope you’ll forgive the change in subject matter.  In any case, this Sunday, March 27th, at between 2 and 4 PM at VZD’s (4200 N. Western), I will be getting my head shaved in support of the St. Baldrick’s Foundation.  This is...
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Tulsa Gets New Bicycling Award

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March 22, 2011

The Tulsa World has published a nice article about Tulsa’s latest bike friendly award, this time from Bicycling Magazine: Tulsa was recently named one of America’s Best Bike Cities by Bicycling magazine – but when it comes to being truly bike-friendly, the city has a little farther to ride, say cyclists and transportation officials....
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OKC Traffic Commission Recommends Passage of Bicycle Ordinance Changes

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March 21, 2011

At today’s commission meeting, the Oklahoma City Traffic and Transportation Commission unanimously recommended passage of the proposed cycling ordinance changes (see details here).  The proposed changes will now move to the full City Council for consideration.
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OKC Traffic Commission Considers Broad Changes to City Cycling Ordinances

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March 21, 2011

Today, at 1:30 PM, the Oklahoma City Traffic and Transportation Commission will consider a recommendation to make several large changes to the city’s cycling ordinances.  In brief, the changes consist of the following: The proposal would allow cyclists to have full use of the lane on any road designated as a bicycle route.  A bicycle...
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HB 2049: Route 66 Historic Bike Trail Bill Passes House

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March 17, 2011

HB 2049 which would designate Route 66 as an Historic Bike Trail has passed the Oklahoma House and now moves to the Senate for consideration.
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Legislative Update

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March 14, 2011
Legislative Update

Photo By: Mr. T in DC Over the last couple of months four new bills regarding bicycling have been introduced to the Oklahoma Legislature and are making their way through the committee and floor processes. The first three are part of the safety legislation that Sen. Andrew Rice has been discussing for the last several...
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All Work and No Play . . .

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March 14, 2011

So, I know it’s been quiet around here lately and it’s my standard excuse; some big projects both work and personal have just been eating up my time and keeping me away from the blog.  However, the schedule has opened up a bit and there has been a lot of exciting news lately including...
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