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[BBTC Ride_calendar] Randy Sutherland
by Raleigh Fehr 19 Mar '05

19 Mar '05

All, For those of you that haven't already heard, club member Randy Sutherland has been diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrigs disease). Randy received the yellow jersey last year from the club for most miles ridden in the season. In preparation for the inevitable, Randy is doing his own version of home makeover. He took the family for a short vacation to Hawaii and while away he has had his neighbors doing some remodling and fixup of his house. The neighbors have taken it a step further and are doing some fixups that even Randy is unaware of. Fox 13 news has been following the story with nightly updates leading up to the familys surprise return. While Randy's community and neighbors had sufficient workers for the project, they wouldn't mind a little monitary assistance. If you would like to help out contact Liz Stanfield 262-9651 or 971-7231. Randy is scheduled to return this Monday the 21st. Raleigh

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] Bicycle safety survey
by Raleigh Fehr 18 Mar '05

18 Mar '05

Got a spare moment. Here's a survey on bicyclist safety that I'm sure it would be appreciated if you could take a moment and fill it out and send it back. I simply highlighted my response and then changed it's color to indicate the response and then saved it and emailed it back. Thanks Raleigh Hello, I am a fourth year medical student at the University of Utah and am doing a preventative health project on bicycling safety in SLC. My project is to assess how we can make our roads safer for cyclists. I will try to accomplish this using a public survey. As you know, the more surveys that I can get returned the better. Is there a way for me to contact fellow cyclists with an existing email list? My survey is in the form of a word document and after completing it they would return it to me as an attachment at Jeffrey.Jackson(a)hsc.utah.edu (I've attached a copy of it). I would appreciate any suggestions that you might have on how to reach the greatest number of cyclists. Hopefully this project will help address how we make Salt Lake's roads safer for cyclists. Thank you, Jeff Jackson

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] The ride will go on
by shanna.matheson＠comcast.net 15 Mar '05

15 Mar '05

Saturday's indoor ride will still go on and it will count for 20 miles. Jen Heckman will be the new ride leader. If it's cold and snowy this ride is a great way to get in a workout and keep your fitness level up for those sunny, outdoor days ahead. Ride On! Shanna

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] Save Bonneville Shoreline trail by March 16!
by Raleigh Fehr 15 Mar '05

15 Mar '05

From: "Lindsey Ferrari" <lindsey(a)wfandco.com <mailto:lindsey@wfandco.com>> The Museum of Natural History is planning to build a 17-acre facility directly south of the Red Butte Arboretum. The site sits directly over the north/south Bonneville Shoreline Trail. Because Federal Funds are helping to pay for the project, the Museum is required to undergo an environmental analysis of the proposal. They have to consider environmental effects of the construction and operation of the new facility which includes a 169,000 sq. foot building, associated parking, utility connections, landscaping, etc. This new facility will undoubtedly have major effects on: * Trail access for bikers, hikers, joggers * The contiguous aspect of the north/south trail * Parking for recreation users on Colorow Road * Increased traffic in the Research Park area * Vegetation and wildlife * Viewsheds * Light pollution in the area There is also a question about what types of development should occur in that area. The Research Park area was originally donated by the BLM to the University of Utah for "research" and "recreation" purposes. But as you know, Huntsman and NPS Pharmaceuticals currently have large corporate headquarters on that land. Who is acting as responsible stewards of that land? When will development end? Unfortunately, the public comment process has been very quiet and it ends TOMORROW, March 16, 2005. The only way to slow down the process is to send comments/questions immediately to Laura Hanson at Bear West (the consulting firm handling the environmental process. Her e-mail is Lhanson(a)bearwest.com <mailto:Lhanson@bearwest.com> Our experience with the Federal Environmental shows that in order for comments to truly have an impact they must be very specific in pointing out potential impacts or challenge the process as inadequate for gathering comment from users of the area. Please, send comments to Laura Hansen ASAP and forward this e-mail to anyone else who might be interested. Thanks! Lindsey Ferrari PS In order for comments to be considered valid, you need to provide your full name, address, phone number and e-mail address. Send your comments today to: lhanson(a)bearwest.com <mailto:lhanson@bearwest.com>

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] Ride change for Saturday
by Shanna Matheson 15 Mar '05

15 Mar '05

Something has come up and I need to go out of town this weekend so I will be unable to lead the indoor ride at 7am on Saturday. There will still be a class at that time if you'd like to come, however it will not count as a club ride. Sorry for any inconvienence! Hope to see you on the road! Shanna Matheson Clinic Manager IHC South Jordan Health Center 253-5995

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] [Fwd: PRATT open house March 19]
by Raleigh Fehr 14 Mar '05

14 Mar '05

Info on the upcoming PRATT open house. The alignment affects cyclists... Dave You can see the whole master plan at our website, <http://www.parleystrail.org>www.parleystrail.org What's Happening On Parley's Creek Trail? Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation and Parley's Rails, Trails, and Tunnels (PRATT) Coalition Invite You to a Public Open House Saturday, March 19, 2005 9 A.M. to 12 Noon at the Salt Lake County Government Center 2001 South State Street, South Building in the Atrium to see the newly completed Master Plan for Parley's Creek Corridor Trail § Preferred Alignment for Parley's Trail § Timeline and Phasing Plan § Cost Estimate for Construction § Ideas for Implementation "Create a high quality multi-use pedestrian and bicycle trail linking the Provo/Jordan River Parkway to the Bonneville Shoreline Trail and Cottonwood Canyons. The trail will offer an attractive setting that expresses the history and culture of the East Central Metro Area neighborhoods and will link to and enhance the larger regional trail system." --Mission Statement of the Parley's Creek Trail Plan The mission of the Parley's Rails, Trails and Tunnels (PRATT) Coalition is to assist city, county, state and federal agencies and other public and private partners in completing a multi-use trail along I-80 via Parley's Creek Corridor and the Sugar House Rail Spur to connect the Bonneville Shoreline Trail with the Provo/Jordan River Parkway. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Completion of Parley's Crossing, Phase One - bridges over Interstate 80 Partnership with National Parks Service, Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program Completion of a National Endowment of the Arts design competition for a bicycle/pedestrian crossing at 1300 East - The Draw at Sugar House Funding committed to date from all sources - $5.05 million Won two Envision Utah Governor's Quality Growth Grand Achievement Awards Broad base of support from government agencies, community organizations, landowners, businesses, and residents Funding secured for Parley's Crossing, Phase Two - I-215 Crossing Funding secured for trail construction past Parley's Historic Nature Park and Tanner Park Bike lanes and crossings improvements installed in Sugar House Business District Developed model signage and logo for Parley's Trail Creation of a Parley's Trail website <http://www.parleystrail.org/>www.parleystrail.org 2005-06 GOALS: Construction of Parley's Crossing, Phase Two - I-215 Crossing Construction of Parley's trail segment from Parley's Crossing to 23rd East Requested a $5 million Federal Transportation Enhancement Appropriation 501(c)(3) Tax-exempt status for PRATT Coalition Contact: Bill Farrand, NPS RTCA, PRATT Executive Director P.O. Box 22105, SLC UT 84122 801-741-1012 Ext. 125 (phone) 801-741-1102 (fax) <mailto:bill_farrand@nps.gov>bill_farrand(a)nps.gov Parley's Creek Corridor Trail Over the past two decades, communities in the greater Salt Lake City area have been working to create an interconnected parkway and trail system. These efforts represent the vision of a high quality network of bicycle and pedestrian corridors accommodating users of all abilities and providing recreational, physical fitness and non-motorized transportation benefits. The Parley's Creek Trail is a major component, linking the 100-mile Provo/Jordan River Parkway and the 140-mile Bonneville Shoreline Trail. This eight-mile corridor will serve as an important east-west link in the metro-wide system. It will benefit neighborhoods and communities currently underserved by trails, bicycle and pedestrian corridors. The Parley's Rails, Trails and Tunnels (PRATT) Coalition was organized in 2000 for the purpose of planning a non-motorized trail--following the historic Parley's Creek corridor and the old Union Pacific railroad spur--between the mouth of Parley's Canyon and the Jordan River in South Salt Lake City. The trail also ties in to the Decker Lake Trail in West Valley City, currently in development. Completion of this trail will allow access to hundreds of miles of regional trails--providing safe opportunities to walk, run, skate, and bicycle to work, school, shopping districts, and numerous parks and recreational facilities. Unlike many trails in undeveloped areas and on public lands, this corridor is being planned through an existing highly urbanized area. The trail will provide alternative transportation and recreational options for thousands of Salt Lake County residents who live, work and play along the proposed corridor. PRATT is making every effort to include federal, state and local government agencies, stakeholders, and the public in envisioning and developing this corridor. A newly-completed Master Plan for Parley's Trail anticipates that construction of the trail will take place over ten to twenty years, and will cost between $16 and $18 million. $5 million of federal and local funding has already been secured for Parley's Crossing Phase 1 and Phase 2, and for Parley's Trail.

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] This week in BBTC
by Penny Perkins 13 Mar '05

13 Mar '05

Check out the Club Schedule for this week. Don't forget the General Membership Meeting on Sunday March 20th at 2:00p.m. Fiddlers Elbow 1063 East 2100 South. Special Guest speaker John Weis Wednesday Mar 16 04:00 PM meet at the weather bureau for an early spring ride 25/O/4-5/c meet at the weather bureau for an early 25 mile ride to Kaysville via north on 2200 West for quiet roads. Mary Margaret Williams bicycleutah(a)msn.com 947-0338 Saturday Mar 19 07:00 AM Early morning spin class 20/O/3/a Early morning spin class at West Valley Family Fitness Center (5415 W. 3100 S.). This hour and 45 minute class will contain a variety of challenging terrain including hills, sprints and other cycling specific drills. This is a great way to train when the roads are icy. Your first class is free with your BBTC membership card. Arrive early, space is limited Shanna Matheson shanna.matheson(a)comcast.net 801-637-2012 Saturday Mar 19 10:00 AM Rites of Spring 25/C-D/4-5/d Meet at Thanksgiving Point Business Park. Ride out near Saratoga \"Spring\" via roads and the Jordan River trail, lunch stop at American Fork. Sandy Levenson (801) 487-0540 Saturday Mar 19 10:00 AM Antelope Island - Garr Ranch 40/B-C/4/b Meet in the parking lot at the entrance to Antelope Island State Park. Take I-15, exit 335 and drive west about 7 miles. There is an entrance fee of $4 per bike or $8 per car. We\'ll ride across the causeway, around the north end of the island and down the east side to the Fielding Garr ranch and back. Be sure to call or check your email if the weather looks questionable. Kim Haggin bikerkim(a)msn.com (801)771-4901 Sunday Mar 20 11:30 AM Ride Before the General Membership Meeting 22/B-C/3-4/c Meet at the 15th East entrance to Sugarhouse Park and head south to Evergreen and up to Wasatch Blvd. head to Cottonbottom and through Holiday and back to the park. Have lunch at the Fiddlers Elbow and attend the General Membership Meeting. Doug Jensen Hope to See you Soon! Penny

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Re: [BBTC Ride_calendar] Salt Lake Marathon Update
by Doug Jensen 13 Mar '05

13 Mar '05

Raleigh: We went to the Bike Swap a little later in the day, and talked with the people at the Salt Lake Marathon both - very nice people. She gave me numerous sign up sheets, which she had discounted to $25.00 for the bike swap. Is this something we should pass on? Doug ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Raleigh Fehr" <raleigh.fehr(a)hksystems.com> Date: Mon, 07 Mar 2005 12:46:10 -0700 >There is still no mail in form available but the online registration now >has a dropdown entry to enter the BBTC in. This will automatically give >you your $5 discount when you register online. It appears that this will >only be available until the 19th of the month so pass the word around to >anyone not on the mailing list. > >Raleigh > > > >

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] April newlsetter
by Penny Perkins 12 Mar '05

12 Mar '05

Hey All! Anyone got any good scoop going on in your life or the life of any of our club members? New job, new bike, new baby, trip plans ect. Let us know so we can include your good news in the Grapevine section of the April newsletter. Let me know by Tuesday! Thanks, Penny

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] SL Marathon Update
by Raleigh Fehr 10 Mar '05

10 Mar '05

All, Hopefully this will be the last update on this. I now have a downloadable pdf form that you can print and register for the SL Marathon with. I have posted it on the club website so just go to the main page and click on the "Click HERE..." to get it. Two items of note: First, in order to get the $5 discount you must have your registration in before the 19th (9 days from now). Simply specify BBTC on item 15 on the form to claim it. This means club members not on the mailing list will probably miss out (I'm working on it). Second, they have stipulated that "There is a limit of 3,000 bikes allowed on this tour." I honestly don't think this is an issue but if they get that many riders it will be the biggest cycling event staged to date in Utah that I'm aware of. If anyone has questions, write me. Raleigh

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