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May 30, 2012

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NOTE TO ALL FACEBOOK FRIENDS

CABA’s Facebook page was corrupted in early March. We have a new page, new administrators and tighter editorial controls in place. We apologize for the inconvenience. Let’s hit the 150 mark by June 30 ! ~

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QUICK UPDATES

May 29, 2012

Local, state and global

Thank you corporate donors ! – Recent renewals in include Queen City Cycles (Bart Stetler, owner), Gutter Shutter Company (Jeff Viscount, owner), the Hawley Company and Bicycle Sport (Ben Cooley, owner).
Mark your calendar – first time ever – North Carolina bike ped Summit – in Raleigh – October 13. Details forthcoming. Sponsored in part by CABA’s partnering organization - NCATA (North Carolina Active Transportation Alliance).
News Flash: Possible merger of 3 top national bike advocacy organizations - CABA member Geoff Steele sent us this one. the Alliance for Bicycling and Walking (ABW), Bikes Belong and the League of American Bicyclists (LAB ) are currently negotiating a way to become one entity, but how or if this happens willl not be finalized until late 2012.
Daimler/Mercedes Benz rolls out the Smart eBike. Yes, it’s official. As a pedelec (Pedal Electric Cycle) the smart ebike is strictly speaking a hybrid: the electric motor – a maintenance-free rear-wheel hub motor from BionX – switches on as soon as the rider starts pedalling, as with a normal bicycle. Muscle power is transmitted to the rear wheel via a lubricant-free, durable and quiet belt drive. An integrated three-speed gear hub enables simple gear changing. Will this be the next stage of evolution for urban global cycling ? CLICK: Ebike for details.
We wish you a speedy recovery ! – Chris Gladora and James Stewart are on the mend from recent crashes on the sometimes not-so-friendly streets of Charlotte. Our sympathies, and we hope to see you back on your two-wheelers soon !

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CABA T-SHIRTS FOR SALE !

May 1, 2012

Buy while the supply lasts !!

CABA member Haley Beaupre steers her magic mystery tricycle

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MOMENTUM MAGAZINE and others

April 10, 2012

http://momentummag.com/magazine

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PEOPLE AND HAPPENINGS

February 20, 2012

In and around Charlotte

Bike lanes coming to Uptown at S.Tryon overpass – Yes, for sure. The connector over I-277 should have lanes on both sides of the street and a widened sidewalk by December 31, of 2012 !

New Chairperson for BAC committee – Jane Cacchione, CABA Advisory Board member and a key player on the local bike scene has replaced CABA member Dick Winters. The Bicycle Advisory Committee advises the Mayor, City Council and County Council on bicycle policy and related isssues. Chris Gladora, also a CABA member, is the latest appointee. Welcome aboard Chris.

CABA to meet with NCDOT in Raleigh - In case you didn’t know, Paul Morris is the recently appointed Deputy Director of NCDOT (that’s about as good as it gets) and he oversees the entire bicycle and pedestrian planning staff. We hope to team up with other NC bike advocates to talk about the crisis in bike funding in the U.S. Congress and the NC “Complete the Streets” guidelines now under final review.

Solar panels on roof of IKEA – Thanks to Mary Hopper, University City Partners, who sent us this item. Yes, IKEA already has a huge set of bike racks, but they are now demonstrating further their commitment to the challenge of a new green economy. Panels should be in place later this year. Congratulations IKEA !

WANTED: Additional members to CABA Board of Directors – This is a real opportunity to contribute to the cause of safe and fun cycling for our community. We are especially interested in diversifying the board – women, minorities, young adults. Energy and enthusiasm a must ! Public relations skills, volunteer coordination, fundraising talent, or social events coordination are key skill needs. Contact us and tell us who you are: charlottebikes@gmail.org.

District 5 Councilman John Autry - John has been appointed chairperson of the Environmental Committee and member of the Transportation and Planning committee by Mayor Foxx. Both committees can have a huge impact on bicycling and walking in the Queen City. John is the first CABA member to be elected to public office in the Charlotte area.

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