{"id":47477,"date":"2019-02-22T22:41:23","date_gmt":"2019-02-23T04:41:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/?p=47477"},"modified":"2019-02-22T22:41:29","modified_gmt":"2019-02-23T04:41:29","slug":"texas-bicycling-news-digest-february-22nd-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/2019\/02\/22\/texas-bicycling-news-digest-february-22nd-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Texas Bicycling News Digest February 22nd 2019"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-markdown\"><h2><a href=\"https:\/\/setexasrecord.com\/stories\/511785112-fatal-galveston-crash-that-killed-bicyclist-23-produces-lawsuit-against-bar\">Fatal Galveston crash that killed bicyclist, 23, produces lawsuit against bar<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3>By John Suayan | setexasrecord.com<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/jnswire.s3.amazonaws.com\/jns-media\/54\/32\/539722\/bicycles%281000%29.jpg?w=1200&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-markdown\"><p>GALVESTON \u00e2\u20ac\u201c A state district lawsuit has been filed in response to a single-vehicle accident last year that claimed the life of a bicyclist.<\/p>\n<p>Recent Galveston County District Court records show that Sean O\u00e2\u20ac\u2122Rourke of Simon &amp; O\u00e2\u20ac\u2122Rourke Law Firm, P.C. in Webster filed the suit on behalf of the parents of the late Marco Pena Beltran in the 405th District Court on Feb. 20. &#8230;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-markdown\"><h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.austinmonitor.com\/stories\/2019\/02\/bicycle-advisory-council-says-ut-plan-should-not-preclude-safety-now\/\">Bicycle Advisory Council says UT plan should not preclude safety now<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3>by Ryan Thornton | www.austinmonitor.com<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"365\" width=\"620\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.austinmonitor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/bike-2766500_1280-620x365.jpg?resize=620%2C365&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-markdown\"><p>In light of a preventable tragedy resulting in 39-year-old Anthony John Diaz losing his life from being run over by a Capital Metro bus while riding a bicycle on Monday, Jan. 28, the Bicycle Advisory Council is recommending that the University of Texas at Austin assume immediate action to make sure that it will not happen again.<\/p>\n<p>Diaz was killed while riding northbound on San Jacinto Boulevard west of Darrell K. Royal Stadium on the UT campus. The university has &#8230;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-markdown\"><h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ntdaily.com\/transportation-services-working-on-veoride-placement-issues-following-criticism\/\">Transportation Services working on VeoRide placement issues following criticism<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3>by Brooke Colombo | www.ntdaily.com<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ntdaily.com\/wp-uploads\/2019\/02\/Veoride-680x365_c.jpg?w=1200&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-markdown\"><p>In response to student feedback, UNT Transportation is working with VeoRide to find long-term solutions to criticism about the implementation of ride-sharing services on campus, according to Transportation Services.<\/p>\n<p>One concern some students have expressed regarding VeoRide bikes is where they are left after use. Trista Moxley, senior communication specialist for Transportation Services, said that since the bikes have previously been found in the middle of sidewalks and green spaces, the university actively relocates them. &#8230;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-markdown\"><h2><a href=\"http:\/\/theparisnews.com\/opinion\/article_6363bc54-36b6-11e9-8ae7-df0216e85c37.html\">GUEST COMMENTARY: Bring trail under state ownership<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3>By Tim McAlavy | theparisnews.com<\/h3>\n<p>Regarding recent news that two bills are afoot in the legislature to improve the Northeast Texas Trail and bring it under the umbrella of state ownership \u00e2\u20ac\u201d all I can say is \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Go for it.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/p>\n<p>The Texas Department of Transportation was assigned stewardship of abandoned rail line properties under the rail-bank program by our state government. The agency has since worked diligently with entities statewide to develop these abandoned properties into rich, multi-use recreation resources. They are for cyclists, walkers, joggers, pet owners and all of us to enjoy. The City of Paris, Northeast Texas Trail Association and City of Reno are but a few of TxDOT\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s trail partners. Some of these partners rely on TxDOT expertise and resources to help them apply for and receive federal grants that go to improve and expand these land\/trail resources. &#8230;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-markdown\"><h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.strava.com\/activities\/2167846701\">Mind Right Camp Shenanigans Day 1<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3>Jeremy Brown | www.strava.com<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"1600\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dgtzuqphqg23d.cloudfront.net\/1dJvwNdyYCdVOuJCgWZNtnGOL7UYomBap0_QE_9hiJI-1536x2048.jpg?resize=1200%2C1600&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-markdown\"><h1>Texas Bicycling from Twitter<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-twitter wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Bike World Southside: Sunday A.M. Group Ride is heading to The Art of Donut this week. round trip will be approx 17 miles. We&#39;ll be riding at a slightly faster pace (~12 mph) to make it out and back a little quicker.<\/p>&mdash; Bike World (@BIKEWORLDsatx) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/BIKEWORLDsatx\/status\/1099018263319724033?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2019<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-twitter wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Now that I have been cleared to get back out on the road since surgery mother nature keeps limiting my progress by providing me with rainy weekend conditions<\/p>&mdash; Jesus (@SrCampy) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/SrCampy\/status\/1099021050313093125?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2019<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-twitter wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Getting ready for the <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/BicycleWorldRGV?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@BicycleWorldRGV<\/a> Jalapeno 100 tomorrow in Harlingen, Texas. It&#39;s been a while since I&#39;ve done a Century. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/xyIE8U61to\">pic.twitter.com\/xyIE8U61to<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Daniel Cruz (@DCRUZ547) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/DCRUZ547\/status\/1099049893199527936?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2019<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-twitter wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Calling volunteers, we have a work session scheduled this Sunday from 1-4pm.  Send a PM to Jane Greene Stricker for more details or to sign up to help.  The sooner we get the track race ready, the sooner everyone can start training.<\/p>&mdash; Alkek Velodrome (@AlkekVelodrome) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/AlkekVelodrome\/status\/1099070659567673345?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2019<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-twitter wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Western expansion bridge delivery \u00f0\u0178\u0152\u2030 \u00f0\u0178\u0161\u0161 happening today! Photos courtesy of our board member <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ardenfitz?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@ardenfitz<\/a>. We\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re coming west into D13 <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/cmjsgates?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@cmjsgates<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/CalvertCollins?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@CalvertCollins<\/a>! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/5miI3CN3cU\">pic.twitter.com\/5miI3CN3cU<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Northaven Trail (@NorthavenTrail) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NorthavenTrail\/status\/1099070712650842112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2019<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-twitter wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">MISSION RESIDENTS: We will have a ROAD CLOSURE next Thursday during the City of Mission&#39;s first COMMUNITY BIKE RIDE! Put away your vehicles and join us as we cycle, run or walk for fun!  <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/FitMission?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#FitMission<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/MyMission?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#MyMission<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/5PAZy3y5Gb\">pic.twitter.com\/5PAZy3y5Gb<\/a><\/p>&mdash; City of Mission, TX (@CityOfMissionTX) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/CityOfMissionTX\/status\/1099071193448103937?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2019<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-twitter wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Join the WheelBrothers, George Hincapie, Lance Armstrong, and other cycling greats and celebrities on March 30 at Gran Fondo Hincapie-Fort Worth: the ultimate cycling experience. <br><br>Register now! <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/granfondohincapie?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#granfondohincapie<\/a>&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/JA24uJCM8i\">https:\/\/t.co\/JA24uJCM8i<\/a><\/p>&mdash; WheelBrothers (@WheelBrothers) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/WheelBrothers\/status\/1099078306132045824?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2019<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-twitter wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">News By Bike: February 22 &#8211; BikeTexas <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/PSbMNuuyxp\">https:\/\/t.co\/PSbMNuuyxp<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/ZQRWLeigFh\">pic.twitter.com\/ZQRWLeigFh<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Robin Stallings (@RobinStallings) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/RobinStallings\/status\/1098932933451309057?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2019<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/2019\/02\/22\/texas-bicycling-news-digest-february-22nd-2019\/\"><span class=\"more-msg\">Continue reading &rarr;<\/span><\/a>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":false,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[14],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-47477","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-bicycling-news"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p4tok-clL","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47477","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=47477"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47477\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":47478,"href":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47477\/revisions\/47478"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=47477"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=47477"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=47477"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}