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Bike Jeffco Meeting Minutes: June 13, 2017Administration Building, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden CO

Attendees: Dave Evans, Mike Raber, Charlie Myers, Steve Roe, Yelena Onnen, Randi Polidori, Jenny Sunderwirth, Stan Sunderwirth, George Lockhead, Bill Plock, John Beltrone, Gil McCormick, Dick StollSpecial Guests – Jason Livingston, Electric Bike Outfitters

IntroductionThe May 9th meeting minutes were approved.From personal experience, Dave announced some significant rebates with Nissan’s electric car, the Leaf. Those rebates run out at the end of the month. Police Blotter- Lt. Jim Lucas - Jefferson County Sheriff’s OfficeCaptain Jim Lucas may not be attending Bike Jeffco meetings with any frequency given his new role as captain.

Bill Plock reported about the tragic fatal crash of an experienced cyclist on South Wadsworth Boulevard near Chatfield Reservoir. Bill had spoken with the cyclists riding with the victim of the crash and they described him as swerving into the traffic lane to avoid debris in the shoulder. This story was reported by Channel 9 as follows and also reported in 303 Cycling: JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. — A bicyclist was killed after being hit by an SUV near Chatfield Reservoir on Thursday morning, the Colorado State Patrol said. The crash happened just before 8 a.m. near South Wadsworth Boulevard and C-470, the Littleton Fire Department said. Southbound Wadsworth was closed in the area for the investigation as was the off-ramp at C-470, fire officials said. The bicyclist has not been identified.

Jefferson County Transportation & Engineering Update – Yelena Onnen, Transportation Planner for Jefferson CountyYelena announced the completion of the Wadsworth Boulevard (SH121) & Waterton Road Intersection Improvement Project (see Attachment 1). Major project features include a new traffic signal, a second southbound turn lane from Wadsworth Blvd to Waterton Road, widening on Waterton Road to provide four lanes at the intersection, a new culvert for Brush Creek under Water Road and two new water quality ponds. Of special interest to cyclists is the new protected bicycle crossing on the south side of the intersection as was mentioned by Jenny and Stan Sunderwirth at the last meeting.

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This photo shows the new bicycle pullout on Wadsworth Blvd at Waterton Road.

The members applauded Jefferson County Engineering and Transportation for their innovative and effective design for cyclists turning left from Wadsworth to Waterton Road.

Yelena also announced that Phase II the McIntyre Street Improvement Project will begin soon (see Attachment 2). This segment of McIntyre is from 52nd Avenue to 60th Avenue and will have similar features to Phase 1.

These projects along with other ones are detailed on the Jeffco Engineering and Transportation website: www.jeffco.us/transportation-and-engineering/

Denver Century June 17th support – volunteers needed

Dave asked for members to consider volunteering on June 17th to staff the Bike Jeffco tent and mainly dispense water. Our station location is the same as last year which is the Wooley

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Mammoth Parking Lot off Highway 40. He also emphasized how Denver Century is Bike Jeffco’s main source of funding, and therefore, a very important event for Bike Jeffco.

Electric Bike Conversions - Jason Livingston, Electric Bike OutfittersDave requested Jason present to the membership about E bikes as they are rapidly becoming more popular and the technology is moving fast.

Jason provided some history on how he got involved in the E bike industry. The following is found on the Electric Bike Outfitters website:

When I decided to outfit an old mountain bike I had sitting in the garage with an electric kit, I struggled to find all the information that would help me select the right model for my needs. There didn’t seem to be anyone available to consult with me, or answer questions. I knew there was a better way.  With fifteen years of experience as a Design and Manufacturing Engineer, I began evaluating and testing a multitude of electric bike kits, pushing them to their limits. After a rigorous process of testing and selecting the absolute best electric kits available, Electric Bike Outfitters was born.  Each kit caters to different needs and different budgets and we have a team of experienced riders that can answer questions and help you select the best model. That's where the "outfitters" comes in.  We encourage questions, enjoy the collaboration, and look forward to the ripple effect of EBO smiling riders!

Jason passed around a couple of different motors being used for different applications. All of the motors are governed at 20 mph. Jason reported the current break down of types of riders: 60% Retirees, 30 Commuters, 10% for Medical Reasons. Jason said that the medical category of rider is growing so that it will probably overtake the commuters. Technology advances with E bikes are mainly anticipated in the design and manufacture of smaller and more powerful batteries. He also mentioned that there is 75 year old cyclist doing a tour across the U.S. on an Electric Bike Outfitters system which they are watching closely for data on wear and performance over the long haul. Regarding commuting, Jason heard from one of his customers that he has reduced his commute by 25 minutes.

For more information on Electric Bike Outfitters, go to their website: www.electricbikeoutfitters.com

Denver Electric Bike Ordinances – Charlie MyersCharlie confirmed that Denver’s Chapter 54, Article IX. Bicycles and Electric Personal Assistive Mobility Devices have not been updated yet to include accommodations for E bikes. Electric personal assistive devices as stated in the ordinance refer to electric wheel chairs. The concern remains high that there will be a patchwork of inconsistent ordinances relative to the operation of E bikes on paths and trails. Boulder has already updated their ordinances to include E bikes. However, it was noted that according to the posted map of trails open to E bikes, the assist motor may not be used on certain segments of trails.

Golden/Denver Routes Review - Charlie:

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This review was bumped by the review of 2017 projects. Look for this review to be on the agenda for the next meeting.

2017 projects review – Dave:The 2017 Projects were reviewed. Most projects remain status quo. Higher priority Projects (A and B) will be reviewed more frequently.

No PriorityA-D

Project Description Project Manager

1 B Addition of Climbing Shoulders for Coal Creek and Golden Gate Canyon Roads

Dave Evans

2 C Addition of Shoulders to 100th Ave Mike Raber3 B Improved Bike Corridors and Access to G-Line Stations Charlie Myers

4 A Addition of Shoulders to West 32nd Ave and McIntyre Street

Mike Rabe

5 B Acceleration of Construction of Peaks to Plains Trail in Clear Creek Canyon

Gil McCormick

6 B Completion of Squaw Pass Road Shoulders and Bicycle Friendly Signage

Mike Raber

7 A New W Line D-10 Extension from Kipling Flyover to Oak Street Station

Charlie Myers

8 C Ensuring Safe Routes Through New Development at Rooney Road and Alameda Pkwy

Steve Roe/Randi Polidori

9 B Completion of Climbing Shoulders in Bear Creek Canyon – Dave

Dave Evans

10 A Addition of shoulders to W. Belleview Ave – Steve and Randi

Steve Roe/Randi Polidori

11 C Provision of More Rest Areas on Popular Routes e.g., Deer Creek Canyon

Dave Evans

12 C Extension of Jeffco Wayfinding Signage into Foothills and Clear Creek County

Mike Raber/Dave Evans

13 C Linking of Fall River Road and Stanley Rd West of Idaho Springs

Mike Raber

14 A Development of Bike Jeffco Video Productions as Bike Audit Support Tool - Dave

Dave Evans

15 B Pleasant View Community Park Trail (Formerly NREL Bypass)

John Beltrone

Action Items:None

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Attachemnt 1

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Attachment 2

 

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