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This is big.
Would you like to see a better-connected network of bike routes in our community? (i.e. bike/ped paths, designated bike lanes, painted on-road sharrows — or improvements on any road that is heavily used by cyclists). We have a major opportunity to influence that. Read on:

Background

For the past year, Centre Region Council of Gov’ts (COG) has worked on a regional bicycle plan. It covers the entire Centre Region.

Now COG is sharing their recommendations with the public, and our elected officials.

What’s Happening Now

COG is presenting the draft plan at meetings in every township and Borough in the region. There is also a meeting designed for the general public on November 10, at 7pm at the COG Building.

We want you to send a loud-and-clear message to local elected officials that we support this type of work.

Take Action

Here’s how you can help:
1. Review the draft plan and send your thoughts and feedback to Council of Governments at http://crcog.net/bikes
2. Email your local elected leaders (in Ferguson, College, Harris, Patton, State College Borough, or Halfmoon townships). Tell them you want them to take action on the Regional Bicycle Plan from Council of Governments – and thank them for any help and support they are willing to provide.
3. Attend the public review meeting on Tues. Nov 10 at 7pm at the COG Building. Share your positive support of COG’s work.
4. Attend your local township council meeting (in Ferguson, College, Harris, Patton, State College Borough, or Halfmoon townships). Speak up during public comments, and share your positive enthusiasm for more bike infrastructure.
Have questions? Send CentreBike a message.
November 1, 2015
CentreBike in the News…
We’ve had a few opportunities recently to get the message out about our mission: More participation, improved safety, increased access, and stronger support for cycling as transportation and recreation in the Centre Region.

We’re proud of the work we are doing at CentreBike, and hope you are too.

Take a look:
- CNET Interview: Executive Committee member Brian Dempsey was interviewed about cycling in our community, and CentreBike’s work: Brian Dempsey discusses CentreBike
- WTAJ-TV Feature: News station shares our work on promotion of the 4ft. pass law, including an interview with CentreBike member Lee Grenci: News segment on 4ft pass law
- WPSU Interview: CentreBike Vice-President Anna Nelson was interviewed about CentreBike’s proposal to host an Open Streets event: CentreBike one of 2 finalists for $100K grant
October 26, 2015
We’re Promoting the 4 ft. Pass Law

Have you driven on Blue Course Drive in Ferguson Township over the past week?

If so, you may have noticed a large variable message board, prominently placed on the shoulder, along the Penn State Golf Course property. It’s been flashing the same message for nearly a week: “PASSING A BICYCLIST, KEEP 4 FT AWAY, IT’S THE LAW.

This message, which references PA state law (Motorists must allow 4 feet when passing a bicyclist), was a collaboration between CentreBike members and the Ferguson Police force, who owns the message board. We’ve found that many local motorists and cyclists are unfamiliar with the 4 ft pass law. This law is vital for cyclist safety, and we believe more can be done to raise awareness in our community. We’re glad that Ferguson police support us in this effort!

CentreBike has plans in the works to continue promotion of the 4 ft pass law in Centre County — so you may be seeing more messages soon.

Have ideas or want to help with the 4 foot pass law promotion? Send us a message, or join us at our next general meeting.

September 29, 2015