Otsego Regional Cycling Advocates (ORCA)

09/05/2018

Do not forget to register for "Ride On!" For Complete Streets
Only 4 Days Away!

08/17/2018

Perhaps great news for the City of Oneonta and supporters of Complete Streets for the grant approval of installing, "sidewalks and bike lanes on Southside and James F. Lettis Highway...The highway will have street lights added and replaced, and the concrete median will be replaced with a landscaped green space..." (TheDailyStar.com)

To read more, http://www.thedailystar.com/news/local_news/city-seeks-funds-to-improve-pedestrian-safety/article_4e6c6d2c-8f56-564b-b584-3e10bc22d198.html

The Oneonta Common Council has submitted an application for a Department of Transportation grant to improve the pedestrian and bicycle safety of the city.

08/16/2018

Check out, "Safer Streets, Stronger Economies" from Smart Growth America. It talks about the evaulation of Complete Streets Policies.

What do communities get for their investments in Complete Streets? In this study of 37 projects, Smart Growth America found that Complete Streets projects tended to improve safety for everyone, increased biking and walking, and showed a mix of increases and decreases in automobile traffic, depending...

08/10/2018

To register please visit, http://www.otsego2000.org/otsego-outdoors/otsego-regional-bicycling-advocates/

04/26/2018

Now's the time to become a safer, well educated rider, join us for ORCA's second 2018 Bike Safety Class!

04/22/2018

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03/27/2018

Even if you are long time rider, I bet there is something to be learned from the Bicycle Skills Class, April 21 and May 11th. Please share with those who are considering beginning riding.

The Otsego Regional Cycling Advocates (ORCA) is hosting a bicycling skills class for youth, ages 7 years and up. The class will be on Saturday April 21st, 9am – 1pm and will be offered at the Milford Central School, 42W Main Street in Milford, NY as part of the 14th annual Earth Festival. The clas...

03/11/2018

If you are thinking about getting back on your bike this spring but need a refresher course, ORCA has just what you need. Bicycling Skills 123 Class for Youth at Earth Festival, April 21st, Milford Central School
The Otsego Regional Cycling Advocates (ORCA) is hosting a bicycling skills class is geared mainly for youth, but is appropriate for adults as well. The class will be on Saturday April 21st, 9am – 1pm and will be offered at the Milford Central School, 42W Main Street in Milford, NY as part of the 14th annual Earth Festival.
The class will follow the “Bicycling Skills 123” curriculum established by the League of American Bicyclists (LAB) and will be taught by local League-Certified instructor, David Wells. Both classroom time and time on bikes are included in this course. Snacks will be provided during a scheduled break.
Prior registration is required by April 13th. Cost of the class is a suggested $30 donation per registered participant and the maximum number of participants will be limited to 15. Participants younger than 14 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each participant must provide their own working bicycle and helmet, which are needed for the class. A rain date make-up class is scheduled for May 11th at the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown.
A variety of prizes and giveaways will be provided by our event sponsor NYCM Insurance www.nycm.com.
You may register online at www.otsegooutdoors.org or by mailing the registration form and check to Otsego 2000, PO Box 1130, Cooperstown, NY 13326. For any questions, please contact Martha Clarvoe at 607-293-6654, [email protected].

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01/15/2018

Support the 3 foot "Safe Passing" Legislation and more. http://www.nybc.net/

The 2018 New York Legislature is now in session! Our three campaigns remain 3′ Safe Passing, legalization of Class 1 E-bikes and Bikes On Board Amtrak intrastate trains, which are managed by NYS DOT. NYBC submitted its annual testimony to the Assembly Transportation Committee’s annual hearing regarding NYS DOT’s Capital Budget. We emphasized diligence and discipline when it comes to implementing mandated Complete Streets design in the planning, design, maintenance, and reconstruction of New York State’s vast road system. Read our testimony here: NYS Assembly Testimony Transportation Committee
NYBC supports a 3′ Safe Passing Distance bill this legislative session. This bill has been voted on favorably in the Senate in past sessions, but it has stalled in the Assembly. NYBC is still collecting signatures to present to Assemblymember David Gantt, Chair of the Assembly Standing Committee for Transportation, encouraging him to allow this bill to come up for a vote. Sign the petition today.
NYBC is engaged with the NYS legislature to craft a bill that will successfully legalize Class 1 pedal-assist E-bikes in the state. This legislation is critical to clarifying the vehicle and traffic statutes to ensure that anyone can ride a bicycle regardless of age, physical challenge, or cargo load. Help make E-bikes legal by signing our petition.
NYBC led a successful campaign to bring Bikes on Board Amtrak interstate trains and has refocused on securing access for bicycle travel on intrastate (within the state) trains. This will further expand access and opportunities to travel around New York State for business or leisure with a bicycle. More information on this campaign is coming soon.
NYBC continues to work on these critical issues with State legislators, but we can’t truly impact change without you. Find your Senator and Assemblyperson and write them to support 3′ Safe Passing Distance and legalizing class 1 pedal-assist E-bikes. Share our petitions widely. Thank you for your continued support!

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