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In a story straight out of Ripley's Believe It Or Not, human footprints worn into a wooden floor mark the spot where a 70-year-old Buddhist monk named Hua Chi, has said his prayers in a temple in Tongren, China, for over twenty years.
More than 1 1/2 inches deep in some places, the prints tell the story of unbelievable prayer frequency, which according to Hua Chi at one point occurred over 3,000 times per day!
Hua Chi admits that due to his age, he was forced to cut back on his prayers, and these days can only manage about 1,000 times a day.
Even by Buddhist standards, which stress living life in a state of meditation and contemplation in order to reach Nirvana, his original rate of 3,000 prayers per day is considered excessive.
Today, hundreds of students visit the monastery which houses the temple bearing the prints in which the soles of the monk's feet have become embedded in the floor. There is little to say, as the message of uninterrupted belief couldn't be very much clearer.
Hua's daily routine is simple and never varies. Before sunrise, he arrives at the temple steps, places his feet in his footprints and bends down to pray. He then walks all around the temple grounds until it is time to return for more prayers.
"During the first years I would pray 2,000 to 3,000 times a day. But I have grown older, so in recent years I have only done around 1,000 each day. I reconstructed this temple and have prayed and walked around the temple all these times so that after my death my spirit will not suffer," said Chi in a recent interview.
Chi is also a doctor in traditional medicine and says he likes doing good and making people feel better, but one can only wonder when he finds the time to practice.
His Death Spirit won't "suffer" because he won't be praying 3,000 times a day anymore.
Would that we all had that amount of faith.
wow, talk about some major praying going on. and he practices medicine? i agree, where does he get the time for playing doctor?
Very good post
70 years and all he has to show is an imprint of his feet. What a waste of time.
I say bogus. Additionally they looked carved in and don't reflect the wear pattern required for the motion.
Then…do the math. If the numbers are true it's not prayer…it's calisthenics.


text: CITY OF DAVIS BICYCLE PLAN 2009 City of Davis Bicycle Advisory Commission In February of 2005, the Davis City Council established the Bicycle Advisory Commission to address bicycle issues related to education, enforcement, engineering and encouragement. Membership of the Commission may include representatives from the general public, the Davis Bicycle Club, UCD Administration, and UCD students, among others. 2008-2009 Bicycle Advisory Commission Members John Berg Chair Jack Kenward Vice-Chair Earl Bossard Commissioner Kelli O'Neill Commissioner Alan Jackman Commissioner Virginia Matzek Commissioner Angel York Commissioner Joe Krovoza Alternate David Takemoto-Weerts Ex-Officio 2007-2008 Bicycle Advisory Commission Members John Berg Chair Jack Kenward Vice-Chair Earl Bossard Commissioner Dan Kehew Commissioner Anthony Palmere Commissioner Lise Smidth Commissioner Ken Gaines Commissioner Kelli O'Neill Alternate David Takemoto-Weerts Ex-Officio Council Liaison to the Commission Sue Greenwald Staff Liaison to the Commission Tara Goddard 2 Resolution of Adoption RESOLUTION NO._______________, SERIES 2009 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE CITY OF DAVIS BICYCLE PLAN WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Transportation Plan supports and encourages local agencies to develop comprehensive bicycle plans consistent with the regional plan; and WHEREAS, the City of Davis Bicycle Advisory Commission (BAC) has reviewed the Bicycle Plan and recommends its adoption; and WHEREAS, the proposed Bicycle Plan is consistent with the City of Davis General Plan and General Plan environmental impact report, and no additional environmental review is necessary; and WHEREAS, this Bicycle Plan is a document to guide future actions with specific projects and goals requiring further council approvals and funding; and WHEREAS, the Legislature of the State of California has established a Bicycle Transportation Account (BTA) to fund the construction of bikeway projects, and has required local agencies requesting funds from this account to have an adopted Bicycle Plan as a minimum requirement for eligibility, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Davis hereby approves and adopts the 2009 City of Davis Bicycle Plan. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Davis City Council on this _____ day of ________ , 2009, by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ______________________ Ruth Asmundson, Mayor ATTEST: __________________________ Zoe Mirable, City Clerk 3 RESOLUTION NO. 09-168, SERIES 2009 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE CITY OF DAVIS BICYCLE PLAN WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Transportation Plan supports and encourages local agencies to develop comprehensive bicycle plans consistent with the regional plan; and WHEREAS, the City of Davis Bicycle Advisory Commission (BAC) has reviewed the Bicycle Plan and recommends its adoption; and WHEREAS, the proposed Bicycle Plan is consistent with the City of Davis General Plan and General Plan environmental impact report, and no additional environmental review is necessary; and WHEREAS, this Bicycle Plan is a document to guide future actions with specific projects and goals requiring further council approvals and funding; and WHEREAS, the Legislature of the State of California has established a Bicycle Transportation Account (BTA) to fund the construction of bikeway projects, and has required local agencies requesting funds from this account to have an adopted Bicycle Plan as a minimum requirement for eligibility. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davis hereby approves and adopts the 2009 City of Davis Bicycle Plan. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Davis this 13' day of October, 2009 by the following vote: AYES: Greenwald, Heystek, Saylor, Souza NOES: None ABSENT: Asmundson Don Saylor 4 Mayor Pro Tempore ATTEST: m. Mirabile, CMC City Clerk Table of Contents Bicycle Advisory Commission Overview . . . . . . . 2 Resolution of Adoption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Caltrans BTA Required Element Matrix . . . . . . . .7 Background and Existing Conditions . . . . . . . . . 8 Policy Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Education ………………………………………………………14 Encouragement …………………………………………… 16 Enforcement ………………………………………………… 18 Engineering …………………………………………………. 20 Equity …………………………………………………………….22 Evaluation ……………………………………………………. 23 Appendix I: Implementation Plan . . . . . . . . . . . I Project List .................................................... I.ii Financial Analysis …………………………………………………. I.iii Appendix II: Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II Appendix III: Bicycle Facility Design Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . III 4 Overview Purpose The purpose of this Bicycle Plan is to improve and maintain the safety, convenience, attractiveness, and inclusiveness of bicycle transportation in Davis. This is an update of the 2001 Draft Bikeway Plan in an effort to maintain a Bicycle Plan which is meaningful to the city and which meets the requirements contained in Section 891.2 of the California Streets and Highways Code. Primary Goal The primary goal of the Plan is to increase the amount of bicycle trips as a percentage of all trips to 25% by 2012, a level formerly achieved in 1990. 5 Overview (2) 1.1 Public Participation The City incorporated public input throughout the update process. The City held an open house on October 1, 2007 to invite the public to provide questions, comments, concerns, and suggestions on the bicycle plan and on bicycling in Davis in general. Comments from this workshop are incorporated in this document. In addition, all Bicycle Advisory Commission meeting agendas are noticed to the public, including the January, February, April and May 2008 meetings where Commission discussed the bicycle plan update. The City also invited and received comments over phone and email during the entire update process. 1.2 Agency Coordination The City of Davis Comprehensive Bicycle Plan is consistent with the goals of the City of Davis General Plan, the Sacramento Region Blueprint, the Metropolitan Transportation Plan for the Sacramento Region, the Yolo Transportation Management Association, and the Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program. 6 Caltrans Bicycle Transportation Account Required Element Matrix BTA Element Bicycle Plan Section a. Estimated number of bicycle commuters. Section 2.3 Current Conditions b. A map and description of existing and Appendix II proposed land use and settlement patterns. c. A map and description of existing and Appendix II proposed bikeways. d. A map and description of existing and Appendix II proposed end-of-trip bicycle parking facilities. e. A map and description of existing and Appendix II proposed bicycle transport and parking facilities for connections with and use of other transportation modes. f. A map and description of existing and Appendix II proposed facilities for changing and storing clothes and equipment. g. A description of bicycle safety and Section 2.4 Bicycle education programs conducted, efforts by Safety and Education the law enforcement agency, and the resulting effect on accidents involving bicycles. h. A description of the extent of citizen and Section 1.1 Public community involvement. Participation i. A description of how the bicycle Section 1.2 Agency transportation plan has been coordinated Coordination and is consistent with other local or regional transportation, air quality, or energy conservation plans. j. A description of the projects proposed in Appendix I the plan and a listing of their priorities for implementation. k. A description of past expenditures for Appendix I bicycle facilities and future financial needs. 7 2. Background and Existing Conditions 2.1 Setting The City of Davis is located in the southern part of Yolo County, a predominantly agricultural county in California's central valley. Davis is the largest urbanized area within Yolo County. In 1906, the University of California, Berkeley established the State Agricultural Experiment Station at Davis. The college became a general campus of the University of California System in 1959. Between 1950 and 1987, the average annual growth rate was 6.4 percent per year as the urban population grew from under 5,000 to 48,700. The 2005 in-city population of Davis was approximately 64,000. Approximately 10,000 of the 30,000 UCD students reside within the city limits and are included in the population figure. Yolo County temperatures are generally mild in the winter and hot in the summer. October through April is the rainy season, and accounts for approximately 90% of the area's annual precipitation. South Davis is separated from the rest of the City by Interstate Highway 80, which is the major freeway serving the area. West Davis is separated from the rest of the City by State Route 113, which connects I-80 in Davis with the City of Woodland and Interstate Highway 5 to the north. Bicycle- and pedestrian-only overcrossings exist over both I-80 and SR-113 to increase accessibility. Davis is known for bicycles, energy conservation, and a preference for slow, carefully managed growth. Its notable physical characteristics are small scale in relation to UCD, innovative neighborhood design, a traditional downtown, and an absence of large scale shopping centers. While UC Davis and the City are separate entities, their bicycle networks are intended to be complementary and cohesive. 8 2. Background and Existing Conditions (2) 2.2 History The University has always had a significant impact on the City of Davis. Historically, the population and geographic spread of the City has been driven by University enrollment. The ratio of City population to UCD enrollment has been steady at about 2:1 over the last twenty years. There is, however, a dramatic shift in demographics now occurring within the City. As the Interstate 80 corridor continues to grow between San Francisco and Sacramento, Davis has a higher percentage of long-distance commuters than it has previously. Significant use of bicycles in the vicinity of colleges and universities is not uncommon. Bicycles serve the transportation needs of students, faculty, and staff perhaps better than any other mode. As the university grew from about 2,200 students in 1958 to its current enrollment of approximately 30,000, the demands for adequate bicycle facilities and minimization of bicycle- motor vehicle conflicts continued to increase. By the mid- 1960's it became apparent that the existing street network, designed and delineated only for motor vehicles, was inadequate to provide for both bicycle and motor vehicle volumes in the vicinity of the University. A plan to adequately provide for cyclists was needed. The transportation system pressures described above were finally resolved within the system and processes of municipal government. The primary issue of the April, 1966 City Council election was the provision of bikeways for commuters on the public streets. The pro-bikeway candidates were elected. A trial system of bicycle lanes was quickly installed and proved immensely popular. Rapid expansion of the system followed. Provisions for bicycle facilities were incorporated in design standards for new development. The City bikeway system has steadily and consistently expanded and matured to its present state. The City of Davis has attained national preeminence in bikeway planning and design through its experience and lessons learned during the evolution of the system. 9 2. Background and Existing Conditions (3) 2.3 Current Conditions Nearly four decades after the City began to actively promote bicycling for transportation Davis was recognized as "America's Best Cycling City" by the Bicycle Federation of America in 1995. The League of American Bicyclists designated the City of Davis as a "Bicycle Friendly Community" in May, 2000 and in October, 2005 the League awarded the City of Davis "Bicycle Friendly Community" status at the Platinum level – the highest level ever awarded to a city in the U.S. With an area just under ten square miles, Davis has approximately 50 miles of on-street bicycle lanes and 52 miles of off-street bicycle paths, some of which run through the City's extensive greenbelt system. More than 90% of all the collectors and arterial streets within the City have bicycle lanes. As of June 2008, the City has 19 grade-separated crossings. As a result of aggressively planning for bicycle transportation, ridership within the City is quite high. Estimates from the last census (2002) indicate that approximately 17 percent of all journey-to-work trips are made by bicycle. For most cities, 2% - 3% is considered significant. Although it is recognized that the population of the City has increased, and that the demographics have changed as well, there continues to be a dedicated population of cyclists that utilize bicycles for their primary commute mode. For example, at UC Davis, where the majority of students live off campus, approximately 15,000 students ride a bicycle or walk as their primary mode of getting to class (48%). This is in addition to the 1,800 faculty and staff members that also walk or ride their bicycles to campus (20%). Many of the university based bicycle commuters live in Davis, but others pedal from as far away as Sacramento or Woodland. Traffic data suggest that the bicycle is the dominant transportation mode for trips crossing the City-University boundary. 10 2. Background and Existing Conditions (4) The bicycle mode share is also quite high among the rest of Davis residents. There are no public school busses provided by the Davis Joint Unified School District. Some school-aged children walk or ride their bicycles to school. Many of the younger children whose parents commute to work on bicycles will transport them in bicycle trailers, and drop them off on their way to work. Out of a population of 64,000 residents, it is estimated there are over 60,000 bicycles in the City of Davis. Although a 17% mode share for bicycles is considered substantial, the share has decreased from where it was 10 – 15 years ago. The 1990 census indicated that the percentage of all journey-to-work trips being made by bicycles was hovering around 20 – 25%. By implementing this Plan, the City goal is to increase the percentage of trips made by bicycle to 25%. 2.4 Bicycle Safety and Education The City of Davis Police Department is integral to the success and safety of bicycling in Davis. In 2007, the Police Department reinstated the Bicycle Officer program, with a part-time officer on bicycle focusing on the downtown and near-campus areas. The officer addresses a variety of bicycle infractions, most commonly stop-sign running, red-light running, and lack of bicycle lights at night. In an effort to promote education of cyclists, the officer gives warning tickets, where appropriate, to educate bicyclists on traffic laws and etiquette, without penalizing new or inexperienced riders. Where warranted, the officer does ticket violators. Tickets for missing bicycle lights can be used for a 10% discount on a light at a local bicycle shop. 11 3.1 Policy Overview Goals and Objectives It is the goal of the City of Davis to maintain the current integrated system of bicycle facilities and create future linkages and improvements in the system. This system facilitates safe, convenient travel for bicyclists throughout the City. The City recognizes the need to encourage bicycle travel for both transportation and recreation. Bicycle use conserves energy, contributes to cleaner air, reduces motorized vehicle traffic, reduces the need for automobile parking, and improves personal fitness. The city's General Plan Update, completed in 2001, refers to bicycles in various elements contained in the plan. Chapter IV- 2, the Mobility element, contains many of the goals and policies relating to bicycle and pedestrian circulation. General Plan Update Bicycle-related Policies Guiding Policies Assure safe and convenient bicycle access to all areas of the city. Promote use of bicycles as a viable and attractive alternative to cars. Implementing Policies Provide bicycle lanes along all collector and arterial streets. Consider bicycle-operating characteristics in the design of intersections and traffic control systems. Develop and implement bicycle parking standards. Expand and maintain an education program to promote bicycle use and safety. Require compliance with bikeway policies and standards for new development including bikeways within greenbelts. Ensure interconnection of new facilities with the existing bikeway system. 12 3.1 Policy Overview (2) Bicycle Plan Goals and Objectives The Bicycle Advisory Commission, the City, members of local agencies, advocacy groups, and the community developed the following Goals and Objectives to provide greater detail than the General Plan Goals and Policies they support. These Goals and Objectives provide specific guidance to the city for further development of bicycle programs. The Bicycle Plan's guiding policy is to promote bicycle use as a viable, attractive, healthy, non- polluting form of transportation and to assure safe and convenient access to all areas of the city. The Plan uses six "E's:" Equity, Education, Encouragement, Engineering, Enforcement and Evaluation, all of which contribute to enhanced bicycle use. 13 3.2 Education Goal: Increase the safety and attractiveness of bicycling by providing educational programs, tools, and resources. Objective: Enhance educational programs to teach children and adults safe bicycling techniques. Objective: Increase and enhance automobile driver education about bicycle laws, behavior, and rights. Objective: Provide literature and current bicycle route maps for public use. 14 3.2 Education (2) Objective: Establish a Bicycle Museum and Resource Center in partnership with UC Davis and the California Bicycle Museum. Objective: Provide bicycling information in local media. Objective: Participate in publicity campaigns on air quality, global warming, environmental protection, and public health. 15 3.3 Encouragement Goal: Increase and enhance activities to encourage bicycling as a viable mode for all forms of local travel and to help reach goal of 25% bicycle share for all trips. Objective: Establish a centralized program for interaction with and education of the public. Objective: Increase local coverage of bicycle events and present accurate information about bicycle safety and activities. Objective: Celebrate bicycling in Davis. 16 3.3 Encouragement (2) Objective: Provide opportunities for all residents to own bicycles. Objective: Encourage bicycle commuting. Objective: Encourage students, faculty and staff to bicycle to area schools. Objective: Share information and resources with UC Davis regarding bicycle activities. 17 3.4 Enforcement Goal: Increase and enhance the safety of bicycles, pedestrians, automobile drivers, and all other modes with enforcement that emphasizes education and compliance. Objective: Continue the enforcement of bicycle rules and regulations to reduce violations and crashes. Objective: Reduce bicycle theft and increase recovery of stolen bicycles. 18 3.4 Enforcement (2) Objective: Enhance education programs with emphasis on bicycle safety laws relating to bicycle use. Objective: Improve abandoned bicycle program. Objective: Coordinate with UC Davis on enforcement issues. 19 3.5 Engineering Goal: Provide complete, safe, and attractive accessibility for bicyclists using sound engineering and planning, interagency coordination, and public involvement. Objective: Ensure that bicycle facilities are an integral part of street design so that lanes and pathways form an integrated network. Objective: Provide a complete and safe bicycle network. Objective: Build on Davis' cycling past by experimenting or piloting new technology or programs for bicycles. 20 3.5 Engineering (2) Objective: Improve routine maintenance and improvements. Objective: Plan for bicycles in all new development Objective: Plan for bicycles in all roadway construction and rehabilitation. 21 3.6 Equity Goal: Ensure the viability of bicycles as a transportation mode with equal treatment. Objective: Consider bicycles in all transportation projects and treat as an equal roadway user in planning, engineering, policy or funding. Objective: Ensure that bicycling as a viable transportation mode is available to all sectors of the community, and that bicycling is integrated into the local and regional transit network. 22 3.7 Evaluation Goal: Continuously improve the bicycle program through monitoring and evaluation of programs, projects, and procedures. Objective: Expand and formalize data collection program in the Public Works and Police departments. Objective: Prioritize funding and other resources based on monitoring and evaluation program. Objective: Maintain updated project list. 23 Appendix I. Implementation Plan page intentionally left blank I City of Davis Bicycle Plan Appendix I: Implementation The City of Davis Bicycle Plan Implementation ("Implementation Plan") contains the specific programs, projects, activities and actions needed to implement the Bicycle Plan ("Bike Plan"). This document is dynamic, and staff will review it each year, with input from the Bicycle Advisory Commission ("Commission") and the community. The Implementation Plan reflects the work of staff, input from the community including advocacy groups, direction from the Commission, and review by University of California, Davis staff. The Implementation Plan is divided into the same sections as the Bike Plan policy: Education, Encouragement, Enforcement, Engineering, Equity and Evaluation. The goals, and their sub-goals, from the Bike Plan are replicated here, followed by the programs, projects, activities or actions required to implement the goals. Items like cost, deadline and priority are moving targets, and thus will not be adopted into the Plan. They will be decided by City Council, with input from staff, the Commission and the community. Each year, along with the review and update of the Implementation Plan, staff will generate an Annual Report. The Annual Report is also organized like the Bike Plan and the Implementation Plan, and will reflect progress on each item. _________________ Tara Goddard Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator City of Davis 1. ____________ Adoption Date 2. ____________ Update 3. ____________ Update -i- CITY BICYCLE PLAN PROJECT LIST The following is a list of bicycle facility projects to be constructed in the City of Davis. These are not listed in order of priority. 1. Fifth Street – Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Improvements: "Road Diet" 2. Fourth and Eighth Street Railroad Crossings – Bicycle/Pedestrian Improvements 3. Drummond Bikeway Grade-Separated Crossing 4. US40 Connections to Dave Pelz Overcrossing or Pole Line Road Overcrossing 5. First and B Street Intersection Improvments 6. Citywide bikeway wayfinding and signage program. 7. Construct a bikeway/alternative transportation corridor between Woodland and Davis. 8. Complete the Putah Creek Parkway on the western end. 9. Identify and mark new "bike loops." 10. Improved and increased bicycle parking, including, where appropriate, innovative parking solutions, including double-decker bicycle parking, on- street bicycle parking, and movable racks. 11. Reconfigure the Russell Boulevard and Arlington Road intersection to increase bicycle safety and accessibility. 12. Study the Russell Boulevard corridor from Highway 113 to the western City limits, and develop a plan for improved bicycle and pedestrian accessibility. 13. Reconstruct the H Street Tunnel to improve sightlines, increase lighting, reduce the encroachment of debris and plants, and increase space to accommodate the high number of bicyclists and pedestrians through the tunnel. 14. Increase lighting along the path from the H Street Tunnel to Community Park. 15. Reconstruct Eighth Street near G Street, where the bicycle lane sub-grade is failing, and bicycle lane is narrow. 16. Expand bike lane double-striping citywide, where appropriate. 17. Construct a crossing from Olive Drive to downtown Davis. 18. Reconfigure the bicycle access to and through the Mace Boulevard interchange. 19. Improve the north end of B Street transition onto path alongside the Veteran's Memorial Center. 20. Pilot reverse-diagonal automobile parking somewhere downtown. 21. Install gravel shoulders along the Putah Creek Path from the I-80 undercrossing to the UP Railroad undercrossing. 22. Develop an online bicycle route-finder and interactive bike map. 23. Establish the US Bicycling Hall of Fame and bicycle museum. 24. Improve the access from the Dave Pelz overcrossing to Cowell Boulevard. 25. Improve the transition from Poleline Road to Fifth Street. ii 26. Covell Boulevard/Mace Boulevard Path rehabilitation. 27. Improve street lighting on Oak Street. 28. Establish a "Bike Station." 29. Parking Improvements at Little League Field. 30. Re-configure the Eighth Street/J Street/Pennsylvania Lane intersection. 31. H Street Pavement rehabilitation (Class III Corridor). 32. Olive Drive Pavement rehabilitation (Class II Corridor). 33. Complete a Covell Boulevard/SR-113 Interchange Improvement Study. 34. B Street Corridor Improvements - First to Fifth Streets. 35. Construct a grade-separated crossing at F Street near Anderson Road. 36. Construct a grade-separated crossing of the California Northern Tracks near Anderson Road. 37. Richards Boulevard Corridor Improvements (CIP Project ID A21) 38. Complete path along Mace Boulevard south of Covell Boulevard. 39. Improve Poleline Road from Covell Boulevard to the northern City limits, adding lighted and landscaped median and bicycle lanes (CIP Project ID A32). 40. Intersection improvements at First/B, Fifth/D, Second/F, First/F and Second/B Streets (CIP Project ID A47-52). 41. Construct a grade-separated overcrossing of SR-113 at the northern City limits (CIP Project ID A59). 42. Construct a grade-separated crossing of Poleline Road at Donner Avenue. ii BIKE PROGRAM FINANCING Bikeways in Davis may be funded from the full range of financial resources available to the city. These resources include the General Fund, Construction Tax, development impact fees, redevelopment monies, Mello- Roos Bonds, and cost participation by other entities. The appropriate funding is applied to the specific project according to the program or programs to which the project belongs. Additionally, bikeway projects may be eligible for State or Federal funding when a bikeway project meets the appropriate program criteria. These funding sources include the newly enacted "Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users", or SAFTEA-LU for short, a Federal program that makes funding available for bicycle projects. The State of California has also established dedicated funding for bicycle projects as well. For many years, the California Bicycle Lane Account (BLA) had provided only about $360,000 per year, statewide, for bike projects. As a direct result of lobbying by the California Bicycle Coalition (CBC), this amount was increased to approximately $1,000,000 per year in FY 1999/2000, with a sliding scale that brought it up to $5,000,000 per year by 2004, and annually thereafter. It was actually up to 7.2 million last fiscal year, but despite aggressive lobbying by CBC to keep it at this amount, it appears that it will be going back down to 5 million for the 2006/2007 fiscal year. To be eligible for BTA funds, a local agency must have a current bike plan (as defined in the schedule for each annual application cycle). These plans must address the elements described in Section 891.2 of the Streets and Highways Code. The account is administered by Caltrans and a local match is required. In addition to BTA Funds, another significant funding source for bicycle and pedestrian projects are the "Safe Routes to School" (SR2S and SRTS) programs, which is administered by Caltrans with funding from state and federal sources. VARIABLES IN PROJECT FINANCING AND SCHEDULING Prioritizing bikeway projects in the City of Davis involves a number of variables that include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Bikeway projects are accomplished from a variety of funding sources and combinations of funding sources. Every bikeway project does not compete for funding with all other bikeway projects. 2. Many bikeway projects are undertaken concurrent with a larger project such as a street reconstruction or widening. The priority of the more significant project often determines when a bikeway project will be accomplished. - iii - 3. Many identified bikeway projects are closely linked to, or a result of development. These projects are often not needed until development actually occurs, and construction of such projects is dependent upon funding provided by the new development. It is difficult to predict accurately the timing for these projects due to the many uncertainties inherent to the development process. 4. Occasionally, the identification, and subsequent accomplishment of a project occurs so quickly (e.g. due to safety concerns, etc), that programming the project is impractical. EXAMPLE PROJECTS The Putah Creek bicycle undercrossing, in the planning stages for almost a decade, was completed in 2003. This latter project had a cost of approximately 7.2 million dollars. Additionally, a bicycle overcrossing of Interstate 80, immediately west of Mace Boulevard, was completed in 2002. This was named the "Dave Pelz Bicycle Overcrossing" after the long-time Davis Public Works Director of the same name. In May 2008, the City opened the undercrossing of Covell Boulevard near Harper Junior High, with a total project cost of approximately 2 million dollars. PROJECT PRIORITIES Aside from the factors referenced above, the following section details the priorities that are considered when making project approval and funding decisions on bike projects: 1. Bicycle facility projects with significant safety concerns are accomplished expeditiously, and placed ahead of system expansion. Projects of this nature are typically submitted to the Safety and Parking Advisory Commission and Bicycle Advisory Commission for review. 2. Projects that will close gaps or improve the operation of the existing bikeway system are given high priority. 3. Projects that expand the bicycle facilities network, including connections to the existing system, are analyzed annually as part of the normal budget process. Projects needed to integrate bicycle facilities provided by development are scheduled and funded during this annual review process. 4. Bikeway projects that enhance the existing system or bring substandard facilities up to standard are balanced according to their importance against other competing projects. The city has an annual program for maintenance and repair of existing bicycle facilities. - iv - EDUCATION Goal: Increase the safety and attractiveness of bicycling by providing educational programs, tools, and resources. Objective: Enhance educational programs to teach children and adults safe bicycling techniques. Enhance existing programs and support local groups that promote safe bicycling techniques and make the information available through schools, work sites and general publicity efforts. Continue to distribute A to Z Guide and Ride Right coloring books at City events. Support schools on their use of the Amgen Tour of California cycling guide. Provide support to local PTAs, church groups, cycling advocacy groups, and any other groups that disseminate bicycle safety information or hold cycling events for their members. Expand and support a citywide helmet and bicycle light promotion program. Create a program modeled on the City's Compost Bin program, and give away bicycle lights to people who take a bicycle safety class. Continue to promote helmet use through bicycle safety poster contest and bicycle rodeos. Work with Davis Bicycle Club helmet giveaways to provide additional helmets as needed in town. Develop a plan to increase light use in town, achieving a 50% reduction in bicycle light warning tickets or citations. Prepare an information flyer about bicycle helmets and lights for all bicycle shops to hand out with all bicycle purchases, and with all bicycle repairs when owner does not have a helmet or light. Work with UC Davis, DJUSD and other area schools to implement bicycle education programs. Investigate other safety programs that should be taught to school-aged children, university students, and the public. Investigate development and promotion of "riding tips" clinics aimed at new riders. Hold pilot two new rider clinics during May 2009. Provide information on website for new adult riders. -v- Establish programs to educate bicycle users and other non-auto modes on appropriate and safe interaction, on shared facilities (e.g. greenbelt paths). Include signage, online education, and online quizzes as possible options. Publish an article in the Davis Enterprise and the UCD Aggie on proper use of shared use paths. Publish an article with visuals in the annual Enterprise "Welcome Students" issue. Publish on website information about etiquette on shared use paths. Pilot installation of multi-use signs on greenbelts. Create a "Bicycle Education" course for the City website that can be used for anyone requiring bicycle safety education. Work with UCD to create a similar website for students and staff. - vi - Objective: Increase and enhance automobile driver education about bicycle laws, behavior, and rights. Work with local schools and private driving schools to include bicycle information into Driver's Education curriculum. Coordinate with the Green Schools initiative, and work with the Transportation sub-committees on curriculum issues. Support, and expand where appropriate, the work of the Street Smarts program. Continue on-going coordination and cost-sharing. Objective: Provide literature and current bicycle route maps for public use. Update the UCD/City of Davis bicycle route map in a timely fashion to reflect the current bicycle system. Ensure that the bicycle map on the City's website will be updated as changes are made. Distribute the paper map, free of charge, to employers, bicycle shops, public buildings and schools. Include prominent links to the map on the City of Davis and UC Davis websites. Reference or develop literature explaining bicycle laws, safety tips, bicycle commuting suggestions, etc., for dissemination to the general public. Create a handout for bicycle point-of-sale. Develop interactive online bicycle route map. Work with SACOG on the regional online bicycle trip-finder. Objective: Establish a Bicycle Museum and Resource Center in partnership with UC Davis and the California Bicycle Museum. Provide public access to the University's antique bicycle collection, and expand the collection over time as possible. Identify a short-term location for the California Bicycle Museum. Work with the CBM and UC Davis to find a long term home for the CBM and a Bicycling Innovation and Resource Center Provide a space for bicycling clubs, advocacy groups, and other related interest groups to meet and hold classes and workshops. - vii - Continue to support local groups by assisting with meeting space. Ensure that a future home of the Bicycling Museum has space for local bicycle groups. Develop a museum and resource center with a flexible structure so that it can grow and change over time to meet public and agency needs and wants. Objective: Provide bicycling information in local media. Develop Public Service Announcements (PSAs) on cycling for use on KDVS and other local radio, as well as local television and movie theaters. Create a bicycle helmet PSA, a bicycle light PSA, a shared use path PSA and a commute by bicycle PSA for use through May 2009. Consider establishing a regular feature or column on bicycling in the Davis Enterprise and local radio and cable channels. Contribute to the new bicycle-related column in the Enterprise Engage local bicycling and planning experts and increase their contributions to continuous education in the media. Hold a public panel discussion bicycling during May is Bike Month. Objective: Participate in publicity campaigns on air quality, global warming, environmental protection, and public health. Support the City's sustainability work and ensure that bicycling is recognized as one of the most effective tools for lowering the local carbon footprint, improving air quality, and benefiting public health, including the reduction of childhood obesity. - viii - ENCOURAGEMENT Goal: Increase and enhance activities to encourage bicycling as a viable mode for all forms of local travel and to help reach goal of 25% bicycle share for all trips. Objective: Establish methodology for determining bicycle mode share for all trips. Objective: Establish a centralized program for interaction with and education of the public. Hold an annual forum to educate the public on the facets and benefits of the bicycle program, and solicit input on possible improvements to the bicycle program. Plan forum in conjunction with May is Bike Month activities. Maintain an interactive and up-to-date website on the bicycle program. Develop new website format. Work with IS to implement new website. Develop searchable bicycle map, complete with layers for various amenities or destinations. Develop ability to solicit and educate volunteers for the City bicycle program. Objective: Increase local coverage of bicycle events and present accurate information about bicycle safety and activities. Engage the local media for local bicycle events. Invite media partners to all bicycle events. Develop PSAs for Davis Media Access (DCTV). Include articles on bicycle issues in the City's newsletter and distribute to local newspapers. Produce a quarterly column on bicycle issues for the Enterprise. Place advertisements in the local newspapers that promote bicycling. - ix - Place advertisements on Unitrans busses that promote bicycling. Develop campaign to encourage bus riders to use their bicycles. Include on-bus PSAs about etiquette, safety, etc. Objective: Celebrate bicycling in Davis. Hold ceremonies and "ribbon-cuttings" to celebrate bicycle program and infrastructure accomplishments. Install a few historic signs: "Welcome to Davis, CA: Home of 80,000 Bicycles!" Develop new "Bicycle Loops" and hold inaugural rides. Purchase "2007-2011" stickers to update Platinum signs around town. Create a Bicycle Advisory Commission award program that recognizes local champions of cycling. Develop award program. Develop themed loops or rides celebrating facets of Davis life. Possible ride themes include: museums, art galleries, open spaces/wildlife areas, educational destinations (e.g. Explorit), parks, sustainable facilities (e.g. Village Homes, PVUSA), sports facilities/fields/courses, and more. Hold a public workshop to gather input from the community on themed rides or permanent loops. Prepare three new loops and five themed rides. Provide information on each on the City website, and when money is available, paint the permanent loops. Building upon the foundation of previous Cyclebrations, develop a California Cycling Festival. Support local advocacy groups for spring Cycling Festival. Determine cost/benefit for a California Cycling Festival. -x- Objective: Provide opportunities for all residents to own bicycles. Reestablish bicycle sale or bicycle auction for local residents. Determine cost/benefit for doing twice-yearly bicycle auction. Determine cost/benefit for facilitating a city "bike swap." Create bicycles and bicycle parts donation program for charities. Support work of advocacy groups in this effort. Consider no-interest loan programs for bicycles. Maintain City employee no-interest loan program. Encourage other large employers to implement a similar program. Objective: Encourage bicycle use for work and non-work trips. Work with businesses and organizations to encourage employees t commute by bicycle. Encourage other large employers to implement a no-interest bike loan program. Establish standards for employee bicycle parking, and encourage the inclusion of other bicycle commute necessities, such as showers or storage space. Include employee bicycle parking standards and guidelines in a City Bicycle Parking ordinance. Work with neighboring jurisdictions, including UC Davis, to facilitate seamless commutes for cross-jurisdictional routes. Complete a Davis-Woodland Bikeway feasibility study. Explore continuing the Russell bicycle path all the way to Winters. Improve Mace and Richard Interchanges to safely accommodate bicycles. - xi - Encourage shopping by bicycle Work with the Farmer's Market to do a monthly "Bike to Market" event with incentives. Inventory bicycle parking downtown and at all commercial centers, and develop plan to improve or enhance bicycle parking. Encourage citizens to travel to City events by bicycle Provide bicycle valet parking at all City events with expected attendance greater than 1,000 people. Provide, where possible, incentives for residents to arrive at City events by bicycle. Offer incentives for people who attend City meetings (e.g. Council) by bicycle. Objective: Encourage students, faculty and staff to bicycle to area schools. Improve public perception regarding safety of routes. Collect and publish crime statistics. Collect and publish crash statistics. Explore "bicycle caravan" programs similar to "walking school bus" programs. Use a school survey to gauge interest in rolling school bus program, including parents willing to volunteer. Pilot a rolling school bus during May is Bike Month. Encourage Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs) to form bicycling/walking sub-committees that focus on safety and encouragement. Speak at each PTA meeting and provide support for PTA sub- committees that form. Ensure secure and convenient connectivity to all local schools. Update Suggested Routes to Schools maps as needed. Identify network gaps and "problem areas." Develop a 3-year plan for addressing gaps and other issues. Implement wayfinding which includes signage to schools. Work with schools to provide sufficient and secure bicycle parking for students. Use a school survey and school bicycle rack use counts to determine parking needs at each school. Offer technical support and data to DJUSD for improving bicycle parking. - xii - Engage students in bicycle planning. Focus on encouraging high school students to continue bicycling even after they have reached driving age. Do a school survey to determine high school-specific needs and issues. Develop yearly incentive program to get high schoolers bicycling more. Explore restriction and design changes to high school parking lots. Implement "train the trainer" programs, so high school kids can become bicycling instructors in the community. Set up train-the-trainer program. Consider working with schools to establish incentives or awards for youth who commute by bicycle to school (similar to attendance awards). Meet with DJUSD to pursue. Objective: Share information and resources with UC Davis regarding bicycle activities. Continue liaison with UCD's Committee on Bicycle Programs. Ensure continuity among City and UCD bicycle planning and engineering, where appropriate. Continue/expand annual events with joint City and UCD participation to promote bicycling. Promote bicycling to Picnic Day and Whole Earth Festival by suggesting routes and leading escorted rides from around town. Investigate public/private partnerships for joint sponsorship of special bicycling events. Continue dialogue with the academic community. Explore opportunities for shared research and data collection. Hold a meeting regarding research needs and opportunities. - xiii - ENFORCEMENT Goal: Increase and enhance the safety of bicycles, pedestrians, automobile drivers, and all other modes with enforcement that emphasizes education and compliance. Objective: Continue the enforcement of bicycle rules and regulations to reduce violations and crashes. The Police Department should seek out effective training that will enable officers to become more cognizant of bicycle issues and laws related to bicycle enforcement. Identify training used in other cities. Consider a yearly bicycle-related workshop for police officers. Use the Bicycle Officer Program to provide a comprehensive level of coverage. Identify five areas for improved bicycle enforcement and, if necessary, seek funding to expand program appropriately. Work with local schools to implement bicycle education programs. Coordinate with the Green Schools initiative, and work with the Transportation sub-committees on curriculum issues. Continue the Bicycle Officer Program's emphasis on education over punishment. Based on bicycle/auto crash records, develop a focused enforcement effort with the goal of reducing bicycle/auto crashes by 20% from average levels measured between 1990 and 2000 levels. Develop five-point plan for focused enforcement and implement first phase. Increase enforcement of helmet law for underage youth. Do additional summertime enforcement to establish continuity. Explore a graduated fine for multiple infractions. Enforce law prohibiting illegal use of headphones. - xiv - Objective: Enhance education programs with emphasis on bicycle safety laws relating to bicycle use. Support the new County traffic court for bicycle law infractions. Provide input and materials as requested. Consider development of an online traffic school for bicycle law infractions. Provide input and materials as requested to develop the school. Work with agency partners to strengthen emphasis of bicycle laws in automobile traffic court, in-person traffic school and online traffic school. Continue bicycle light discount program for offenders. Encourage shops to sell lights with each new bicycle sold. Seek changes in county court procedures to allow court appearances in Davis for bicycle rider traffic law violations. Consider adopting local cell phone ordinance for bicycles that mirrors new state law regarding phone use while operating an automobile. Establish regular Police Department interaction with the Bicycle Advisory Commission. Objective: Reduce bicycle theft and increase recovery of stolen bicycles. Promote bicycle licensing. Encourage bicycle shops to keep licenses on hand year-round. Develop an online bicycle registration system. Develop informative material for use with schools, neighborhood groups, Davis Community Network (DCN), and cable TV on incidents of bicycle theft from private property. - xv - Objective: Improve abandoned bicycle program. Implement a system for identifying and removing abandoned bicycles from public property in a timely and efficient manner. Objective: Coordinate with UC Davis on enforcement issues. Continue enforcement practices with periodic joint enforcement efforts. - xvi - ENGINEERING Goal: Provide complete, safe, and attractive accessibility for bicyclists using sound engineering and planning, interagency coordination, and public involvement. Objective: Ensure that bicycle facilities are an integral part of street design so that lanes and pathways form an integrated network. Maintain an updated inventory of bikeway facilities in the City and extending from its borders. Map bikeway facilities: lanes, paths, racks, lockers, air stations, cut-throughs, wayfinding. Convert inventory to searchable online map. Identify weak links and discontinuities in the network, and develop a prioritization and funding plan to address these deficiencies. Determine top ten percent of the most urgent infrastructure gaps each year and address. Consider operations unique to bicycles when designing bikeways, intersections and traffic control systems. Develop standards for signal timing to facilitate movement of bicycles at signalized intersections. Implement traffic calming measures in a way that does not impede bicycle travel. Include bicycles in the circulation analysis of environmental assessments for roadway projects. Develop a checklist for bicycle-related facilities or programs, including exploration of developing a bicycling "Level of Service." - xvii - Objective: Provide a complete and safe bicycle network. Control or eliminate yard waste in bicycle lanes. Evaluate success of double striping program that aims to address yard waste in bicycle lanes. Identify streets outside the initial pilot area on which to double- stripe bicycle lanes. Rehabilitate bicycle facilities in the downtown core area. Replace all undesirable or damaged bicycle racks. Identify bicycle facilities downtown needing pavement repair or re- striping. Improve the primary campus-to-City corridors. Coordinate with the Community Development Department on the 3rd Street Improvements Project. Coordinate with the UC Davis Bikeway and Transit Network Study (BTNS). Use the BTNS to develop a Gateways Study that addresses any campus-to-City gateways not addressed in the BTNS. Improve direct routes N-S and E-W through town. Reconfigure the Russell Boulevard and Arlington Road intersection to increase bicycle accessibility and safety. Develop a specific plan for bicycles on 3rd, 5th and 8th Streets. Reconstruct the H Street Tunnel to improve sightlines, increase lighting, reduce the encroachment of debris and plants, and increase space to accommodate the high number of commuters. Increase lighting along the path from the H Street Tunnel to Community Park. Reconstruct 8th Street near G Street, where the bicycle lane has collapsed and is narrow. Install concrete and/or rubber around the railroad tracks at the 4th, 5th and 8th Street crossings. Identify any new grade-separated crossings that would greatly improve routes across town. Work with neighboring jurisdictions to provide seamless linkages to city and county bikeways. Complete the Alternative Transportation Corridor Study. Develop plan to extend Russell bicycle path to Winters. Apply for grant(s) to improve linkages to major Davis-to- Sacramento commute routes. Evaluate connection from Davis to Dixon. - xviii - Plan bikeways to provide attractive, shaded linkages between destinations, including exploring alternative street cross- sections for collectors and arterials to increase shaded bicycle lanes. Update bikeway design standards. Consider the development of a comprehensive bicycle circulation plan. Objective: Build on Davis' cycling past by experimenting or piloting new technology or programs for bicycles. Incorporate state-of-the-art practices in transportation design. Pilot on-street bicycle parking. Pilot reverse diagonal parking. Stay up-to-date with webinars, professional meetings and conferences as appropriate. Learn from the examples of other cities, and arrange on-site visits when possible. Encourage local innovation and entrepreneurship, in partnership with UC Davis, the Chamber of Commerce, the Downtown Davis Business Association, and others. Create a contest for bicycle innovation (parking, wayfinding, etc). - xix - Objective: Improve routine maintenance and improvements. Establish a routine inspection and maintenance program for all Class I facilities. Develop a list of priorities for pathway overlay and reconstruction to be considered during budget preparation. Develop a rubric that includes, in a to-be-determined order, proximate land use, problem type and severity, traffic counts, cost, and feasibility. Develop an interim list of highest ten percent urgent fixes. Develop a procedure for routine inspection and maintenance of bicycle parking, including parking installations in parks, on greenbelts and at City facilities. Update inventory every two years. Develop a rubric for maintenance and replacement that includes type, condition, occupancy rate, and proximate land use. Design bicycle facilities to minimize maintenance costs by specifying quality materials and standard products. Use concrete where appropriate. Investigate the use of permeable surfaces. Develop a program for cleaning and repair of bicycle paths and lanes on a regular basis. Work with parks to reduce tree root problems, and to encourage use of low-water plants near paths. Identify damaged bollards and unsafe bollard postholes and repair or remove. Construct bicycle paths out of Portland cement concrete and program funds each year to maintain or replace existing asphalt bicycle paths. Minimize use of maintenance and construction vehicles on the bicycle paths, where possible, to avoid faster deterioration of the paths. Encourage use of small, electric vehicles where possible. Adopt an executive order that determines appropriate use of maintenance vehicles on paths. Meet with utility partners to discuss ways to minimize impact on paths. - xx - Reduce use of bicycle paths by all vehicles except emergency vehicles as much as possible. Eliminate (over)watering practices near bicycle paths that result in path deterioration. Encourage the use of native, low-water plants along bicycle paths. Objective: Plan for bicycles in all new development. Coordinate with City staff and appropriate Commissions on sound bicycle planning and engineering in all new development and redevelopment projects. Update bikeway design standards. Adopt a bicycle parking ordinance. Work with public and private development to provide linkages to the existing bicycle systems, and provide bicycle parking and necessities. Update bikeway design standards. Adopt a bicycle parking ordinance. Aid private developments, where possible, in retrofitting to current bicycle standards. Inventory major private shopping centers for parking and connectivity. - xxi - Objective: Plan for bicycles in all roadway construction and rehabilitation. Provide bicycle lanes along all arterial and collector streets. Identify arterials and collectors without bicycle lanes. Identify arterials and collectors where bicycle lanes are infeasible, and develop program to install bicycle lanes where they are feasible. Provide separated bicycle paths adjacent to arterial and collector streets only where justified, and if justified, mitigate any potential safety issues to the extent possible. Look for opportunities during routine maintenance of roadways for improving bicycle travel (e.g. during overlay projects), such as adding or improving bicycle lanes, or retrofitting traffic calming measures. - xxii - EQUITY Goal: Ensure the viability of bicycles as a transportation mode with equal treatment. Objective: Consider bicycles in all transportation projects and treat as an equal roadway user in planning, engineering, policy or funding. Consider route directness and expediency for bicycles when - establishing bicycle facilities. Educate City engineers and planners on the effects of California's Complete Streets legislation. Ensure the consideration of cyclist equity throughout all City planning and engineering documents. Create a staff-level intracity committee on Transportation Planning, or Bicycle Planning. Implement new California Complete Streets legislation. Update bicyclist-related policy documents and ensure continuity. Develop methodology to ensure fair-share funding of bicycle - programs and projects. Develop bicycle parking and facility standards for public and private development, and adopt ordinances that make these standards mandatory. Develop Bicycle Parking Ordinance. Develop bicycle facility maintenance plans and practices similar to existing practices for automobile facilities. Ensure that practices and standards adhere to the Complete Streets model, which provides for all transportation modes in an equitable fashion Implement route-finding and other signage, recognizing their importance for bicycle transportation. Develop phase I of a city-wide wayfinding program. Implement phase I of wayfinding program. - xxiii - Objective: Ensure that bicycling as a viable transportation mode is available to all sectors of the community, and that bicycling is integrated into the local and regional transit network. Work with community partners to develop a program to help low-income residents own and operate a road-ready bicycle. Work with local and regional transit agencies to improve accessibility to transit for bicyclists. Develop funding methods that ensure that all areas of the City get equitable attention for bicycling needs. - xxiv - EVALUATION Goal: Ensure the viability of bicycles as a transportation mode with equal treatment. Objective: Consider bicycles in all transportation projects and treat as an equal roadway user in planning, engineering, policy or funding. Consider route directness and expediency for bicycles when - establishing bicycle facilities. Educate City engineers and planners on the effects of California's Complete Streets legislation. Ensure the consideration of cyclist equity throughout all City planning and engineering documents. Create a staff-level intracity committee on Transportation Planning, or Bicycle Planning. Implement new California Complete Streets legislation. Update bicyclist-related policy documents and ensure continuity. Develop methodology to ensure fair-share funding of bicycle - programs and projects. Develop bicycle parking and facility standards for public and private development, and adopt ordinances that make these standards mandatory. Develop Bicycle Parking Ordinance. Develop bicycle facility maintenance plans and practices similar to existing practices for automobile facilities. Ensure that practices and standards adhere to the Complete Streets model, which provides for all transportation modes in an equitable fashion Implement route-finding and other signage, recognizing their importance for bicycle transportation. Develop phase I of a city-wide wayfinding program. Implement phase I of wayfinding program. - xxv - Appendix II. Maps page intentionally left blank II Bicycling in DAVis Rules & RegulATions Bike operation cycling seRVices & oPPoRTuniTies cAliFoRniA Bicycle licenses — BiKe THeFT PReVenTion Davis has earned its reputation as "Bicycle Capital of In order to maintain a safe and orderly cycling Bicycling on sidewalks is discouraged for all but BikeWise: BikeWise, the UC Davis TAPS bicycle safety THe $8 secuRiTy sysTeM Hundreds of bikes are reported stolen in Davis each year. the U.S." because of its high volume of bicycle use, its environment, all local and state laws pertaining to small children in residential areas. It is prohibited by education program, provides classes, programs and However, most thefts could be prevented. Here's how: renowned system of bikeways and cyclist-friendly facilities, bicyclists are strictly enforced in Davis. Both the City ordinance in the downtown Davis central traffic district six Reasons Why you should license your Bike: materials for the campus and community. The BikeWise and supportive City and University programs. In order to and University employ bike officers and other personnel and on the University except in those few areas where goal is to increase everyone's bike IQ and promote safe, 1. Theft Prevention & Recovery • Always lock your bike, even if you're leaving it for promote a safe and efficient environment for bicycling, the who enforce ordinances regulating bicycle operation, no parallel roadway or bike path exists. Bikes at UC efficient and intelligent cycling in Davis. For more • Sends a warning to would-be thieves: This bike "just a minute". following information is important to all bicyclists. parking and equipment. See the "Cycling Tips" section for Davis may not be operated on any landscaped areas, information, call 752-BIKE. is registered with law enforcement agencies. pedestrian corridor, pedestrian ramp, or anywhere signs • Whenever possible, always lock your bike to a additional information regarding these rules. • Enters your bike into a statewide system of are posted prohibiting bike riding. legal, fixed device such as a bike rack or bike "pod" same Roads, same Rights, same Rules identification, recovery and notification. (concrete block with wheel slot). Bicycling can be a hazardous activity if not done Bicyclists must obey all posted speed limits. Additionally, • Increases the likelihood of your stolen bike properly. While a bike helmet can prevent some serious being found and returned. • Lock your bike in a highly visible, well-lighted no cyclist may travel at a speed greater than is reasonable or fatal head injuries, the most effective means of location. and prudent under existing conditions. At the University, 2. Accident Victim Identification avoiding crashes and physical harm is to learn to ride the speed limit in the campus core area and all other Provides a means of identifying accident victims with competence, knowledge and skill. Reading the bike paths is 15 mph and in parking lots its 10 mph. Do-it-yourself Bike Repair and Maintenance: — especially children, who typically carry no form following material will provide some basic information, The ASUCD Bike Barn provides a tool-loan service, of identification. Operating a bike while under the influence of alcohol but developing real proficiency can best be achieved by friendly advice, and a space for UC Davis students who or drugs is punishable by fines, jail time and/or loss of 3. Money for Bike Programs taking a Bike Ed or Street Skills course such as those wish to do their own work on the premises. driving privileges. License revenue supports UC Davis bike programs taught by cycling instructors certified by the League of Call 752-2575. The Davis Bike Church also provides American Bicyclists. For information on classes in this It is also illegal for two persons to ride on a bike meant for which directly benefit local cyclists. self-service bike repair and repair instruction. Located area call 752-BIKE. The fundamental principle taught one or have earphones covering both ears while cycling. Bike Auctions: UC Davis holds two bike auctions at the UC Davis Sustainable Research Area near Baggins in these courses, as originally formulated by cycling End ("the Domes) on Orchard Park Circle, see each year, usually in October and May. Hundreds of advocate John Forester, is that bicyclists fare best when Bike Buying Tip http://daviswiki.org/Bike_Church for more information. abandoned and unclaimed bikes are sold to the highest • U-shaped high security locks are among the most they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles. Cycling Parking Avoid "department store" bikes. Always buy a new bidders. Bicycles may also be available through on-line theft-resistant locks available. Be aware, however, tips based on this principle may be found throughout bike from a specialty bicycle retailer. You get what you Bike Lockers: Bike storage lockers are available on Bicycle parking is strictly regulated in Davis, especially auctions. For more information, call 752-BIKE. that they are easily defeated by knowledgeable this publication. campus for rent by intercity UC Davis bike commuters. at the University. The best rule of thumb whenever pay for. "Big Box" brand bikes are poor quality, heavy, thieves. Accessories are available which reduce the inefficient, may be improperly assembled, and will not Classes: Bicycle repair and maintenance courses Call 752-BIKE for information on fees and availability. use your Head...Wear a Helmet! you're unsure of what is a legal bike parking area is open to everyone are taught at the Bike Barn through The city of Davis also has bike lockers available for rent. effectiveness of leveraging devices used by thieves to to lock your bike at a bike rack or other specific bike last long. Repairs often cost more than the original price defeat U-locks. If, despite your best efforts to "cycle effectively", the ASUCD Experimental College. Call 752-2568 for Phone 757-5686. parking device. State law prohibits parking bikes on of the bike! When buying a used bike, look for reputable you find yourself hurtling toward the pavement or information. Classes in cycling skills and technique • Heavy duty chains with case-hardened, 5/16" thick sidewalks where they obstruct pedestrian traffic. brands originally sold through bike shops. Have it Bike Commuter Showers: UC Davis students, staff other hard surface, a good bike helmet properly worn are occasionally offered in Davis. For information on links are more secure than cables. All cables are checked out by a competent mechanic before you ride. and faculty intercity bike commuters may obtain free becomes a necessity. You don't have to pay a lot of In the City: current or forthcoming classes, call 752-BIKE. 4. It's Inexpensive relatively easy to defeat. Padlocks also should have money for an adequate helmet. Do make sure it is privilege cards allowing use of a shower, locker and Don't park anyplace where signs prohibiting such parking New licenses costs $8, renewals are $4. Both are case-hardened 5/16" shackles. certified. Look for a current (since 1999) CPSC sticker Bike Traffic School: TAPS and the University Police towel at the ARC upon arrival for work or classes. are posted or where parked bikes will block sidewalks. offer a bike traffic school for cyclists cited for moving Call 752-BIKE. valid statewide for up to three years. • Quick-release wheels and seats can be secured with a inside the helmet. Be sure that it is the right size for violations.* Completing the class eliminates the traffic 5. It's Easy–Licenses Available At: cable, chain, or other security devices available at bike your head and that the straps are adjusted to keep At the University: Bike Clubs: The Davis Bike Club promotes the safe, fine. A fee is charged for the class, but participants shops. the helmet on your head and properly positioned, i.e. • Park only in places where bike parking devices are fun and healthy use of bikes for recreation, fitness, Bring your bike to the UC Davis TAPS office on the level with the ground when you're standing upright. realize a significant cost savings. Call 752-7015 for more Dairy Road Bike Path just south of the ARC and • Use a less valuable or older bike for running errands located or where "Bicycle Parking Area" signs are competition and commuting. DBC sponsors the Davis Too many cyclists wear helmets pushed way back information. north of the West Entry Parking Structure between and commuting in Davis. posted. Double Century, Foxy's Fall Century, the July 4th exposing the forehead to injury. The straps should be * Some restrictions apply. . 8 am – 5 pm, M-F For other licensing locations, Criterium races, and numerous weekend and weekly snug enough that you can't remove the helmet without • Bikes may only be locked to bike parking devices. These including local bike shops, call 752-BIKE. Bike Rental: Bicycles are available to rent at the rides as well as long-distance tours. The club's members releasing the buckle. Helmets should be replaced do not include trees, poles, railings, fences, signs, etc. ASUCD Bike Barn, B&L Bike Shop, and Ken's Bike are active in improving the Davis cycling environment. after they take the impact of a crash or after about five • Bikes may not be parked in buildings, except for assigned 6. It's the Law and Ski. Helmet rentals may also be available at these Stop in at the DBC headquarters at 610 Third St., call years of normal use. Keep helmets away from heat and residence hall rooms or assigned, departmentally- • All bikes operated on the UC Davis campus must be locations. For addresses and phone numbers, see the 756-0186, or visit http://davisbikeclub.org. registered with a current California bicycle license. sunlight when not in use. approved workplaces such as offices or labs. shop listings on the bike map. UC Davis students interested in becoming involved in • Unlicensed bikes on campus are subject to • Illegally parked bikes may be impounded or cited Summer Bike Storage: Bikes may be stored over the intercollegiate road and mountain bike racing may join Cal impoundment and/or citation. and their owners subjected to fines and any required summer months at TAPS. For current fees and other Aggie Cycling. Phone 752-2027 or visit http://sportsclubs. storage or licensing fees. For more information, call 752-BIKE. information, call TAPS at 752-BIKE. ucdavis.edu/cycling/. Bicycling ResouRces: cycling TiPs Use hand signals: Watch for right-turning traffic: Keep both hands ready to brake: Dress appropriately: Position yourself: This map was prepared by the University of California and the City Motorists turning right may not Wear a helmet whenever you ride. of Davis. Any and all facilities, features and information on this map The following recommendations are based on state law, Signal to other drivers; your You may not stop in time if you brake When riding slower than other organizations and Programs are subject to change wihout notice. A bicyclist should use these local ordinances, good cycling practice and common movements affect them. Hand notice cyclists on their right. one-handed. Allow extra distance for Cycling gloves increase comfort and traffic, ride as far to the right as � � Watch for any indications that the protect your hands in a fall. Shoes facilities only if he or she has the adequate skill level as a bicyclist Caltrans Office of Bicycle Facilities, P.O. Box 942874, sense. When in doubt as to the correct or legal action signals tell everyone what you stopping in the rain, since brakes are practicable and safe. Use bike lanes motorist may turn into your path. with laces or that are otherwise and the bicyclist must make that determination. Sacramento CA 94274, (916) 653-2750. or maneuver to make in any given bicycling situation, intend to do. Signal as a matter of less efficient when wet. For a sudden when present, but exit them to http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/tpp/offices/bike/bicycle_prgm.htm remember that in California every bicyclist riding on a When approaching intersections stop, move back on the seat and get firmly attached to your feet are law, courtesy, and self-protection. make left turns, pass obstructions The vintage bicycles depicted here are examples from the Pierce street or highway has all the rights and is subject to all the try to stay far enough from the as low as possible. If your rear wheel strongly recommended. Dressing City of Davis Bicycle/Pedestrian Program, and to avoid hazards. Miller antique bicycle collection owned by UC Davis. The bicycles duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle. Furthermore, curb to allow cars to turn right on starts to skid or lift, ease up on the in layers allows you to adjust to 23 Russell Boulevard, Davis, CA 95616, are part of a growing assortment representing the evolution of experienced bicyclists know that they fare best when they your right. front brake. temperature changes on longer rides. cycling from the 1820s to the modern day. They will be the (530) 757-5686. E-mail: email@example.com act and are treated as drivers of vehicles. Ride in a straight line: Respect pedestrians' rights: Lock when you leave: nucleus of a bicycle museum to be established in Davis, "City of http://www.city.davis.ca.us/topic/bicycles.cfm Watch your speed: Bicycles". For more information, call 530-752-2453. Bicycle Traffic signals Ride to the right of faster traffic in Pedestrians in a crosswalk have the Observe posted speed limits and Buy the best locking system you Davis Bicycles! City bicycle advocacy group. a straight line about a car door's right of way. Don't cross sidewalks can afford; none is as expensive as Because the University and City of Davis have obey the basic speed law: Never http://www.davisbicycles.org width away from parked cars. It's via driveways without yielding to a new bike. U-locks are best, but so many bicycles, certain traffic control devices ride faster than is safe under the Davis Bike Club, 610 Third Street, Davis CA 95616, have been developed to help facilitate safe and safe and legal to occupy the full pedestrians. Be especially aware of existing conditions. only when used to secure the bike (530) 756-0186. convenient travel through intersections. One such traffic lane if the lane is too narrow pedestrians with disabilities. Don't frame to a legal, fixed object. See http://davisbikeclub.org/ device is the bicycle traffic signal illustrated here. to safely share with motor vehicles. ride on sidewalks. 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Palazzo Cicala
Situated in the heart of Genoa, Palazzo Cicala is within walking distance of Cattedrale di San Lorenzo, Genoa Ducal Palace, and Torre degli Embriaci. Also nearby are Old Harbor and Aquarium of Genoa.
Hotel Features.
The hotel offers a bar/lounge. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. Additional amenities include multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby. Guest parking is available for a surcharge. This is a smoke-free property.
The 25 guestrooms at Palazzo Cicala include minibars and hair dryers. Wireless high-speed Internet access (surcharge) is provided. Rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily.
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Hotel Info: 866-539-8117from $96
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- Suite
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Key facts
Hotel size
- This hotel has 25 rooms
- Check-in time 2 PM-10 PM
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Express check-in/out
Please contact the property ahead of time if you are planning to arrive after 10 PM. Reception is open from 8 AM to 10 PM. Guests arriving after 10 PM must notify the property in advance. Contact details can be found in the booking confirmation.
Required at check in
- Credit card or cash deposit required
- Government-issued photo ID required
Travelling with others
- Babysitting/childcare *
- Pets not allowed (service dogs only)
Extra people
- Roll-away beds available, charges may apply*
- Free WiFi in public areas
- WiFi in rooms *
- Self parking *
Other information
- Smoke-free property
In the hotel
- Buffet breakfast daily (surcharge)
- Bar/lounge
- Room service (during limited hours)
- Coffee/tea in the lobby
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Luggage storage
- Year Built 1600
- Elevator/lift
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
In the room
- Minibar
- Private bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite TV channels
- Desk
- WiFi (surcharge)
- Daily housekeeping
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Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 999.99, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Accommodations are situated at multiple addresses.
Optional extras
Self parking costs EUR 25 per night
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20 per day
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of EUR 15 per person (approximately)
WiFi is available in guestrooms for EUR 5 per day (rates may vary)
We have included all charges provided to us by this hotel. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.


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Mark Twain on Occupy Wall Street
The great American writer and humorist whose two Occupy-supporting quotes are shared in the cartoon, would have turned 176 yesterday. If he were alive today (gross) he'd have been pepper-sprayed by now.
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