A short, four-mile round trip by bicycle keeps about 15 pounds of  pollutants out of the air we breathe - WorldWatch Institute

LEBANON VALLEY BICYCLE COALITION was organized in 2008 to make Lebanon County a better place to bicycle. We work with elected officials and municipal, county and state governments to make certain that new road projects or redesigns consider the needs of bicyclists. We want cyclists to have the necessary skills to be able to bicycle for their transportation, recreation and health. We offer bike rides because we enjoy cycling together. We need you to strengthen our efforts. With your help, we can be more successful. Become a Member or Supporter and especially volunteer your enthusiasm, skills and knowledge. Membership and Supporter Forms can be found in the GET INVOLVED Menu.

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Bike Month Proclamation Celebrated by Many

Lebanon County Commissioners Litz, Phillips and Ames proclaimed Bike Month 2012 at their May 3rd meeting.  Celebrating the occasion were many representatives of organizations and businesses that recognize the importance of bicycling in the County not only for  residents but also visitors whether they are mountain biking, trail riding or pedaling on scenic roads.   Representatives from PA Commuter Services, the County Tourism Promotion Agency,  Jonestown Borough and Elementary School, Northern Lebanon Recreation and Parks, Lebanon City’s Mayor, County Planning Department, GIS Office,  bike shop owners, E&E Metalfab, Swatara and Memorial Lake State Parks joined LVBC members in celebration of bicycling not only in May but throughout the year.  First Aid and Safety Patrol participated to show their support for educating bicyclists as they know what can happen if helmets are not worn properly or traffic laws not obeyed.   Barb and Walt Haber received the Proclamation on behalf of all bicyclists in Lebanon County.

 

Enroll for the Traffic Skills 101 Class – June 9th, 8 AM – 5 PM 

The League Traffic Skills 101 class will be held in the City of Lebanon on Saturday, June 9th, thanks to LCI Ben Levengood, the instructor, and Ken Shirk, who is providing the Sonrise Tags & Tax office for the classroom at 546 S. 9th Street.    Three Coalition members have already enrolled which insures that the course will be offered.   The cost is $35 which includes the excellent student instruction manual.    Bicycles in good working condition and helmets are required.   Also, there are some bicyclists who want to become League Certified Instructors.  In order to qualify for the LCI class, it is necessary to complete this course.    In order to enroll for the June 9th class, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  by June 1st.

 

 

 

 

 

 LVBC Focuses on Educating Young Bicyclists

On April 28th, LCI Ben Levengood  with our members’ assistance, taught the youth class at the Salvation Army facility  in the City of Lebanon.    Partnering with the Hispanic Outreach Center and supported by the City Police Department, First Aid and Safety Patrol and Safe Kids Lebanon County, we continue our efforts to teach young bicyclists. On May 12th at 8:30 AM, the Cleona Police Department, Cleona Elementary School, and Cleona Crime Watch will sponsor a bicycle education event for youth ages 12 and under.  For more information:   http://cleonapd.com/Events.htm.  

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Lebanon County Bicycle Transportation Map  

 

The Lebanon County Bicycle Transportation Map project  is finished.  This major endeavor has been a  partnership with the Bicycle Coalition,  the Lebanon County Metropolitan Planning Organization (LEBCO MPO),  and PennDOT.  The map can be viewed at http://dl.dropbox.com/u/72688297/LVBCBicycleMap1.pdf.  If you find  any corrections that need to be made or have other comments,  please advise This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.     by May 7th.   The purpose of this Map is to inform Penn DOT,  our metropolitan planning organization, municipalities, and contracted planners and engineers which roads are most frequently used  by bicyclists to reach their varied destinations.   Reconstruction of intersections, adding turning lanes and other road projects should include the needs of bicyclists.   Close examination of the Map shows that there are many important state roadways that lack four foot shoulders.  As these roads are resurfaced and improved,  a concerted effort should be made to widen the shoulders.   For example SR 501 from Reistville to SR 422 needs shoulders, and this will make this section of roadway safer not only for bicyclists but Amish who are using scooters and horse drawn vehicles.

 

 

 

E&E Metalfab, Inc. Provides Multi-Bike Rack for Lebanon Valley Rail Trail

LVBC anticipated purchasing  the first multi-bike rack manufactured by E&E Metalfab, Inc.  This bike rack will be located at the Cornwall trailhead of the Lebanon Valley Rail Trail.   The  bike rack meets the standards of the Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals (APBP).  It is with our great appreciation that this bike rack is being provided  at no cost by E&E Metalfab.   This generous contribution will now enable the Coalition to purchase a similar bike rack for Coleman Park. 

PennDOT Provides Bicycling Education 
 

PennDOT has undertaken a major effort to educate children and youth on how to bicycle safely. The Safe Routes to School website, http://www.saferoutespa.org/other-links-resources has many resources. There are five videos; two of these are “Riding on the Road” and “Sharing the Road”. While these can be used in classroom instruction, with scouting or other youth programs, the videos are also excellent for families to use to improve their children’s bicycling skills and knowledge. Provide your opinion of these videos - mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

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