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Barrington Hills Bike Ordinance

A lot of this news being tossed around various blogs and message boards, but the one think I can't find is the actual survey that Barrington PD claims is the reason for this ordinance?

http://bryanmcvey.blogspot.com/2009/02/share-road.html

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Permalink Reply by T.C. O'Rourke on February 18, 2009 at 11:15pm
"If the road is to [sic] narrow stay off of it."

There exists no road too narrow for a bike, but wide enough for an automobile.

What if you live on that road? Or work, shop, go to school or church on that road?

Why should you give up your right to the public way just because you're not in a metal box?
Permalink Reply by Tank-Ridin' Ryan on February 18, 2009 at 11:22pm
To further your point, T.C., what if you can't drive due to your eyesight or some other physiological problem that wouldn't let you safely drive a car but safely ride a bike? A situation like that could be the cause for complaints or a lawsuit under the ADA.

T.C. O'Rourke said:
"If the road is to [sic] narrow stay off of it."

There exists no road too narrow for a bike, but wide enough for an automobile.

What if you live on that road? Or work, shop, go to school or church on that road?

Why should you give up your right to the public way just because you're not in a metal box?
Permalink Reply by Tank-Ridin' Ryan on April 16, 2009 at 12:15am
Barbara,

Please post a direct link if possible. I'm having trouble finding exactly what you're talking about on the Barrington Hills webpage.

Also, you had a second post that I'm interested that looked to be detailing some complaints that residents had with bicyclists and bicycle traffic. Could you please repost that one?

Thanks.

Barbara Kemp said:
Saw this on a search. Go to www.vbhcomm.info to see the BH police survey results and bicycle ordinance links. Safety is the primary concern for the residents and cyclists.
Permalink Reply by mike w. on April 16, 2009 at 12:56pm
Here is a cut 'n' paste fron the website of Barrington Hills:

>>New Bicycle Safety Ordinances

The Village Board of Trustees passed two bicycle ordinances for the village roads. Go to www.barringtonhills-il.gov. See the Code Button on the left. Search for the Bicycle Ordinance. This will take you to: http://sterling.webiness.com/codebook/index.php for full details.

Mandate of Single File Bicycle Riding - Persons riding bicycles upon a roadway within the Village shall only ride single file. Persons riding bicycles on a roadway are hereby prohibited from riding side by side.

Negligent Operation of Bicycles - It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a bicycle upon a roadway within the Village in a manner which is negligent or creates a risk of bodily injury or damage or loss of property. Any violation of this Section, by any person, shall constitute a minor violation under Section 9-9-3 of the Village Code.

Note: Skateboards and Scooters are not permitted on Village Roads!


So, i guess they're saying, "Sucks to you, skaters!"

i wonder if "scooters" means Vespas too?


Tank-Ridin' Ryan said:
Barbara,

Please post a direct link if possible. I'm having trouble finding exactly what you're talking about on the Barrington Hills webpage.

Also, you had a second post that I'm interested that looked to be detailing some complaints that residents had with bicyclists and bicycle traffic. Could you please repost that one?

Thanks.

Barbara Kemp said:
Saw this on a search. Go to www.vbhcomm.info to see the BH police survey results and bicycle ordinance links. Safety is the primary concern for the residents and cyclists.
Permalink Reply by dittoottib on May 22, 2009 at 12:20pm
the best thing about barrington hills is not going there.

its full of NIMBYs (see the CN railroad decision). i vote with my dollar, and never go there.
Permalink Reply by Active Transportation Alliance on August 7, 2009 at 3:42pm
Hello,

My name is Lina Hoffman and I’m the North Suburban Coordinator for Active Trans. I’ve been working on this issue and wanted to give you an update about what we’ve been doing about the situation.

We have been talking with different stakeholders about these ordinances, including the reconstituted Barrington Bicycle Club and Barrington Hills Police Officer Sabas Parada. We feel it is a good sign that Barrington Hills is talking about road safety and reckless road behavior.

It is clear to us that there is a shared interest of road and trail safety and access for all users including cyclists, motorists, pedestrians, and equestrians. What we are stressing is that shared interest means shared responsibility:

· Motorists need to be mindful of cyclists giving three feet of room when passing.
· Cyclists need to be mindful of the rules of the road including space usage, especially when riding in larger groups.

Barrington Hills has a beautiful landscape with active residents. What would be unfortunate, however, is if these ordinances stigmatized or someone discouraged bicycling. That is why we are talking to all of the parties involved to make sure everyone on the road has a place and is acting responsibly.

I will keep you updated about any action you can take.

Lina Hoffman, Active Trans North Suburban Coordinator
Permalink Reply by Mike Schwab on August 7, 2009 at 5:05pm
http://www.vbhcomm.info/ First tickets written.
http://www.vbhcomm.info/news/index.php has a note at 50-65% of the way down. Links to
http://www.vbhcomm.info/news/archives2009.php which has several article. Looks like a list of written comments received from people. No to little stats to back up anything.
Permalink Reply by millenial removing Bernie tattoo on August 7, 2009 at 5:40pm
The obvious solution is to have village of Barrington Hills buy up all the right-of-way through it, turn all the roads private and maintain them without county/state/federal funds. Then they can have their little fiefdom.
Permalink Reply by Tank-Ridin' Ryan on August 7, 2009 at 10:59pm
LOL

Also, require them to become a gated community who aren't allowed to do business with anyone outside of the community except through the mail.

envane x said:
The obvious solution is to have village of Barrington Hills buy up all the right-of-way through it, turn all the roads private and maintain them without county/state/federal funds. Then they can have their little fiefdom.
Permalink Reply by 8vPete on August 16, 2009 at 5:17pm
Doesn't IL law trump whatever Barrington Hills decides to pass?

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