attended a public works commision meeting

[OakLeaf]

a word to those of you who just can't deal with meetings and being part of the process...something as simple as a few buck donated to your local organization can really make a difference. We understand that some people are too busy, too shy, or have their other causes. But a few bucks is something most of us can do if nothing else.

Irulan, that made me feel a LOT better. I'm one who really can't deal with meetings (never mind I'm never in one place long enough to be part of any process, even things I'd really like to try). I'm often made to feel guilty about just throwing money at things I believe in. So thanks for the vote of confidence.

[Mr. Bloom]

Its not finalized yet, but I may be speaking to the full city coucil next Tuesday night.

How fun is this???

smilingcat

You're going to do great! I'm following this thread with great interest. I like the conciseness with which you explained the differences in needs that a roadie has and why the path can create more danger than help

[smilingcat]

Went to the city coucil meeting tonight.

I politely asked the council members to support the public works commision (PWC) on creating a master bike plan. PWC can't continue working on the idea if the council doesn't support it. So playing politics in behalf of PWC.

Just shocked that other speakers who came to address the coucil were soooooo poorly dressed. I atleast had enough sense to dress professionally with notes and speech written out. Some reminded me of Rosana-sana-dan from SNL. Sheesh

The new mayor was taking notice so I hope the bike path plan will continue on.

smilingcat

[Deborajen]

Good for you! It's hard to believe how lax people have become about appearance - whatever happened to dress to impress? And a prepared speech shows you've really given it some thought and are serious.

Keep us posted on any outcomes. Hope it's in the right direction.

Deb

[Running Mommy]

What was the outcome. How do you think you were recieved by the council?

Our city has virtually no plan in place for bicycle paths etc. So I have decided that as the lone bike shop in the town- we need to take it on.
So I will be in the same boat as you here soon. - Going to the city council meetings, knocking on doors of the local pol's etc.
Kind of hard to figure out where to start..