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City urges citizens to cycle safely
Danielle Moore
Issue date: 10/23/07 Section: Campus News
The city of Greensboro is launching a Bicycle Safety Awareness campaign, and has declared October as Bicycle Safety Awareness Month.
As stated on it the city's website, Greensboro will spend October "publicizing practices and benefits of bicycle safety both from the viewpoint of the cyclist and the motorist."
Roadside billboards and the sides of city buses advertise the campaign around town.
The billboards list the website for the campaign, www.gsosharestheroad.org, and the city hopes they will help catch the attention of drivers and riders.
The main focus of this campaign is to show motorists and cyclists how to coexist on the road.
"We wanted to get the message out, in a positive way, that it's a two-way street," says Peggy Holland, one of the leaders of the campaign. "Motorists and bicyclists need to share the roads."
The website will cover many aspects of bicycle safety, such as cycling etiquette and where to cycle in Greensboro.
The site also features weekly focus points, like "What's a bike lane?" and "Mind your manners!"
Holland emphasizes the importance of these focus points.
"Many accidents can be prevented if people know the proper ways to bicycle. Always wear a helmet. Follow traffic laws. Following these rules can save lives," explains Holland.
Students can learn more about cycling etiquette by attending the Safe Bicycling Clinic sponsored by Bicycling In Greensboro and Cycles de Oro. The clinic will be held Monday, Oct. 29 at 5:00 p.m. in the Dogwood Room of the EUC.
A presentation will be given at the clinic, covering all of the focus points. There will be door prizes given away, and water bottles with safety tips printed on them.
Laura Maxwell, a sophomore, says she believes the Bicycle Safety Awareness Campaign is a good idea.
"I think the campaign will make a difference because it shows everyone how to be more safe," says Maxwell. "I think there will be fewer accidents, and the simple tips like wearing a helmet and pads can save lives."
As stated on it the city's website, Greensboro will spend October "publicizing practices and benefits of bicycle safety both from the viewpoint of the cyclist and the motorist."
Roadside billboards and the sides of city buses advertise the campaign around town.
The billboards list the website for the campaign, www.gsosharestheroad.org, and the city hopes they will help catch the attention of drivers and riders.
The main focus of this campaign is to show motorists and cyclists how to coexist on the road.
"We wanted to get the message out, in a positive way, that it's a two-way street," says Peggy Holland, one of the leaders of the campaign. "Motorists and bicyclists need to share the roads."
The website will cover many aspects of bicycle safety, such as cycling etiquette and where to cycle in Greensboro.
The site also features weekly focus points, like "What's a bike lane?" and "Mind your manners!"
Holland emphasizes the importance of these focus points.
"Many accidents can be prevented if people know the proper ways to bicycle. Always wear a helmet. Follow traffic laws. Following these rules can save lives," explains Holland.
Students can learn more about cycling etiquette by attending the Safe Bicycling Clinic sponsored by Bicycling In Greensboro and Cycles de Oro. The clinic will be held Monday, Oct. 29 at 5:00 p.m. in the Dogwood Room of the EUC.
A presentation will be given at the clinic, covering all of the focus points. There will be door prizes given away, and water bottles with safety tips printed on them.
Laura Maxwell, a sophomore, says she believes the Bicycle Safety Awareness Campaign is a good idea.
"I think the campaign will make a difference because it shows everyone how to be more safe," says Maxwell. "I think there will be fewer accidents, and the simple tips like wearing a helmet and pads can save lives."
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