OCTOBER MEETING

by Carla Gramlich

Joe Ganen, Executive Director,
and Diane Lister, President of the
Bicycle Federation of Washington,
have been invited to be our guest
speakers at TWC’s October 15,
1991 meeting.

They will tell us about the Federation, and discuss House Bill 1081, which was recently passed by the Legislature in May. Members will better understand the work of the BFW and what it does to help cyclists in our State. Joe and Diane will answer any questions.

This program will follow the
regular Club business. We
encourage you to attend this
important meeting on the political
side of being a bicyclist.

Our meetings are held at the
Oakland Community Center, 4020
South 31st Street, Tacoma, WA.,
near the corner of Center and Tyler

Streets. Meetings start at 7:00
p.m.
TWC Officers will meet for a

Board meeting on Tuesday, October 1,
1991, at Joyce Clifford’s home, 3811
North Madison, Tacoma, WA. Time is
7:00 p.m. Members are invited to
attend. Call Bob Myrick, 473-7455,
for information.

TWC
NEWSLETTER

TACOMA WHEELMEN’S CLUB
P.O. BOX 112078
TACOMA, WA 98411

REFERENDUM #91-3:
FOOTHILLS TRAIL

by Sylvia Russell

Referendum #91-3 will appear on the November ballot in Pierce County. Referendum #91-3 asks: “Shall Pierce County acquire a linear park/trail in Eastern Pierce County. . .?”. The referendum for the Foothills Trail is not a funding issue. Pierce County Parks and Recreation currently has sufficient grant money in hand to purchase the majority of those trail parcels that have not already been donated, or promised as donations. If Referendum #91-3 should fail, most of this money will be lost to the county, and go elsewhere in the State for similar trails and other recreational projects.

The biggest challenge facing the
campaign for Referendum #91-3 is
voter apathy. Independent surveys
conducted for the Tacoma News
Tribune show overwhelming public
support for the Foothills Trail.
However, large numbers of Pierce
County voters are not aware
Referendum #91-3 is on the
November _ ballot. Help the
Foothills Rails to Trails Coalition
get the vote out on November 5th.
The campaign office for “Vote Yes
Referendum #91-3” needs
volunteers. Call 845-5360 to help
with this important campaign.

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GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
REPORT
by Bob Myrick

On September 30, 1991 the
federal transportation program,
responsible for creating 42,000
miles of interstate highway, will
expire, and a new program will be
implemented.

A nation with bicycle lanes and
good shoulders on every major
road, a full-time bicycle and
pedestrian coordinator for every
state, and promotion of cycling
safety are all future possibilities.
However, 35 more years of neglect
is also a possibility!

There are currently three bills in
Congress which could greatly
improve the condition of cycling in
America:

°H.R. 2101 — Proposed by Congressman Joe Kennedy, will guarantee states spend at least $100 million on better bicycle and pedestrian provisions. This is known as the “Three Percent Solution”.

eH.R. 2267 — Proposed by
Congressman Jim Oberstar, will
require state highway departments
to include provisions for cyclists
and their highway designs. It

would also require that every state
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FAIR WEATHER RIDES—On most Saturday mornings, from now through spring, Cynthia Hammer, and others, will lead fast-paced, 50 mile loop rides, beginning at 9:30 a.m. We plan to develop six great rides and then repeat them in sequence throughout the season. A group lunch after each ride will be encouraged.

NOLTE STATE PARK—As this is the leader’s birthday ride, a most delicious cake will be served to all riders. The ride is through beautiful country, and is mostly flat with two challenging hills. To carpool, meet at the Target store in Tacoma(South 19th & Union)at 8:30 a.m. Please call the leader if you are going to be riding so she will not end up in Enumclaw alone if no one shows up.

ELLENSBURG MANASTASH METRIC CENTURY—This ride is sponsored by the Ellensburg Cross-Country Ski Club, and the Ellensburg Recreation Department for Saturday, October 12, 1991. The challenging 104 kilometer ride travels through some of Central Washington’s most scenic cycling country. Autumn colors, mountain scenes, historic towns and the twisting Yakima River are all a part of the experience.

Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. at the corner of 2nd and Pearl streets, adjacent to the Ellensburg Public Safety Building. Day of registration fees are $8.00($10.00 for tandem riders). Departure time is 10:00 a.m. Several restaurants are located within three blocks. The course is marked with Dan Henry arrows. Approved safety helmets are required for participation.

At the conclusion of the tour, participants are invited to enjoy resident rates at the city pool for
swimming, sauna or jacuzzi. Riders seeking food and fluid replenishment and bonhomie will find discounts at
Frazzini’s Pizza Place.

October is usually sunny and nice in the Kittitas Valley. Poor weather, however, is a possibility, so
bring warm-ups, windbreakers, etc.

Bob Myrick has reserved several rooms at the Moore House Bed & Breakfast in South Cle Elum for
Saturday night. A car-pool will leave the Park ’N Ride at S. 56th & Pacific at 6:00 a.m. Breakfast will be
at the famous Valley Cafe in Ellensburg. Dinner will be at the equally famous “Mama Vallone’s” restaurant
in Cle Elum. Bike to Salmon La Sac or Blewett Pass on Sunday. We may also stay at the KOA campground
in Ellensburg, or you can come over for one day. Please call Bob Myrick before October 5th at 473-7455 to
reserve your spot.

HALLOWEEN RIDE—The Tacoma Wheelmen’s Haunted House will be open again this year on
October 27th. The ride will start at 12:00 noon, with a pot-luck at 3:00 p.m. If you like, ride in costume.
You may come to all or part of the activities. Be sure you can ride your bicycle safely if you wear a costume,
and thatthe costume allows the wearing of your helmet. Prizes will be given for best costumes.

BIRTHDAY BRUNCH RIDE—Plan ahead for this one. On Sunday, November 10th, Phyllis Lay will
lead a birthday ride to Sizlers in Puyallup. The time is 10:00 a.m. Start point is the 7 Eleven at 6th & Alder
for 35 miles. Code 2.

Ride Code Definitions(See column six in ride calendar): 1. Easy pace—frequent stops to catch-up and re-group. 10-13 mph. 2.
Moderate pace—occasional stops to catch-up and re-group. 13-16 mph. 3. Steady pace—limited stops. Cue sheets or map
provided. 13-16 mph. 4. Fast pace—very limited stops. Cue sheets or map provided. 16+mph. Maps provided for all rides
over 35 miles.

TWC RECOMMENDS ALL RIDERS WEAR HELMETS, AND CARRY REPAIR ITEMS AND FIRST AID SUPPLIES

Bike Nashbar Rollers
Like New
$50.00
Call Steve Larsen at 535-6993

TWC NEWSLETTER Page Three October, 1991

Tacoma Wheelmen’s Club

Board of Directors
PRESIDENT
Bob Myrick - 473-7455
VICE-PRESIDENT
Carla Gramlich - 941-3752
SECRETARY
Sylvia Russell - 862-3288 -
TREASURER
Joyce Clifford - 759-2393

Staff
TOURING CAPTAIN
Jon Turnipseed - 565-8654
MEMBERSHIP
Phyllis Lay - 759-1816
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Bob Myrick - 473-7455
PUBLICITY
Cynthia Hammer + 752-0801
Sylvia Russell - 862-3288
L.A.W. REPRESENTATIVE
Sue Given - 565-0535
B.F.W. COORDINATOR
Diane Lister ~ 752-8636
SAFETY & EDUCATION
Jim Davis - 759-5616
Jan Wieser - 833-6346
EQUIPMENT MANAGERS
Tom Cornell . 582-0903
Louis Boitano - 922-6156

Annual Committees
DAFFODIL CLASSIC

BICYCLE SHOW BOOTH
Sylvia Russell - 862-3288
S.T.P. COORDINATOR
Karen Whitney - 938-3706
BANQUET COMMITTEE

ANNUAL PICNIC
Diane Taylor « 759-4971

Newsletter
EDITOR
William Hoehne - 759-4464
MAILING
Don Ezenman - 565-2720

Any Club member interested in serving
in an open position, or creating a new
position, is encouraged to call Carla
Gramlich or Bob Myrick.

For correspondence, indicate
appropriate officer, and send to: Tacoma
Wheelmen’s Club, P.O. Box 112078,
Tacoma, WA 98411.

REPORT
(Continued from page 1)

have a full-time bicycle and
pedestrian coordinator.

H.R. 2869 — Proposed by
Congressman Peter DeFazio,
combines elements from both the
Kennedy and Oberstar bills.

You, the cyclists, can have a
great affect by calling or writing to
those who have the power to shape
our roads. Let Congress know
what you want! Tell them that safe
roads and trails for cycling are
important to you!

You can send your letters to:
Sen. Slade Gorton(R), United
States Senate, Washington, D.C.
20510; local phone 553-0350,
Seattle.

Sen. Brock Adams(D), United
States Senate, Washington, D.C.
20510; local phone 553-5545,
Seattle.

Rep. Rod Chandler(R), House
Office Building, Washington, D.C.
20515; local phone 553-0116,
Bellevue.

Rep. Norm Dicks(D), House
Office Building, Washington, D.C.
20515; local phone 593-6536,
Tacoma.

Rep. Jolene Unsoeld(D), House
Office Building, Washington, D.C.
20515; local phone 753-9528,
Olympia.

In the June Newsletter, we reported on the Bicycle Safety Bill(House Bill 1081). Another important new law is House Bill 1671. This law relates to growth Strategies, traffic demand management, and air pollution. It requires major employers to reduce the number of single occupant

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vehicles by 35% between now and
1998. The law encourages the
provision of bicycle parking
facilities, lockers, changing areas,
and showers for employees who
bicycle or walk to work.

Our experience with Bike-To- Work Week leads us to believe that 5% of the 35% reduction can be achieved by bicycling and walking. It would seem reasonable that 1/7th(S%/35%)of the monies for this program should be directed towards bicycling and walking. After attending the LAW and Pro- Bike conference in Olympia this summer, I am convinced that Tacoma and Pierce County both need a _ full-time bicycle coordinator. This new program could fund such positions.

PIERCE COUNTY
The Pierce County
Transportation Plan will be

completed in early 1992. The plan describes “key bicycle streets” that are necessary for us to travel about the County. These streets will receive special consideration when they are rebuilt or up-graded. Pierce County’s road construction standards have been revised and include important new requirements for shoulders.

Pierce County Parks will continue its efforts to develop an off-road trail system throughout the County. Be sure to vote for the trail system at the November elections. The Bike Safety program which is co-sponsored by TWC reached 7500 children last year. The Bike-To-Work program was started last year with a $25,000 clean air grant, and it will

continue this year.
(Continued on page 5)

October, 1991

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
REPORT

(Continued from page 4)
PIERCE TRANSIT

Pierce Transit completed a comprehensive study this summer on the integration of bicycling and walking into the transportation network. The Bicycle Federation of America was the primary consultant for this $25,000 study sponsored by another clean air grant. Pierce Transit is planning demonstration projects at the Lakewood Mall Transit Center and at the SR512 Park ’N Ride lot. Bicycle parking will be provided, and Pierce Transit will rent enclosed bicycle lockers. Bicycle parking is recommended anyplace cars park at now.

The City is just beginning a new transportation plan which is similar to the work about to be completed by Pierce County. One-half of 1% of the motor vehicle gas tax, or about $877.00 per month, is mandated for bicycle route development. The city has collected $92,249.00 in the Paths and Trails Fund.

The City could choose to spend more of their revenues on bicycle improvements. The City has provided $5,000.00 for bicycle parking in 1991, $10,000.00 for improvements in 1992 along the Foss Waterway, and $34,000.00 for improvements in 1992 probably near Highway 16 between Union and Sixth Avenue.

METROPOLITAN PARK
DISTRICT OF TACOMA

The Park District provided
improved shoulders on _ the
roadways in Point Defiance Park.
They have banned mountain bikes
from the trail system in the park.
We continue to believe that
mountain bikes can be safely
accommodated if rules are posted.
Bicycle traffic would help prevent
crimes against people on the trail
system, with less environmental
damage than the horses that
formerly used the trails. Young
children could ride the trails
without the fear of cars.

by Sylvia Russell

This month Equipment Managers
have been added to the list of TWC
staff positions. Tom Cornell and
Louis Boitano have agreed to serve
as equipment managers, and both
of them deserve a big “thank you”.

During the coming year Tom and Louis will inventory TWC’s collection of tables, chairs, water jugs, road signs, etc., and develop a master list of equipment. They will also determine if any repair work is needed.

Club members who need
equipment for bicycle rides or
other Club events can check out
equipment through Tom or Louis.

The Club would like to store its
equipment at a single location. If
you have any ideas for a single
storage location, or if you want to
help, contact Tom at 582-0903, or
Louis at 922-6156.

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MINUTES —
TWC BOARD MEETING

The Board of Directors met on
September 5, 1991 at 8:00 p.m.
Present were Bob Myrick, presiding;
Carla Gramlich, Joyce Clifford,
William Hoehne, Diane Lister, and
Sylvia Russell.

Diane Lister presented minor changes to the budget, and other items: Actual rideline charges are $250.00 per year, not $900.00. Carla pointed out the rideline is now listed under Diane’s name, and if the Club changes the listing to TWC then charges will increase to $900.00 per year.

Insurance charges can be reduced,
however, if the Daffodil attendance
exceeds 2000 riders then there will be
additional charges for insurance.

Diane relayed a message from Sue
Given that she is concerned about the
increase in fees for the Daffodil and
the Peninsula and she _ suggests
offering a family rate.

Diane requested the Club’s donation
to BFW. The Club will donate
$1,006.50 to BFW at the end of the
month. This represents the Daffodil
donation.

Diane announced that the L.A.W.

• - 9th.
• - Event Chairmen — Bob announced
• - that Karen Whitney will serve as STP
• - Checkpoint Co-Chair. We will have to
• - find a “trainee” to serve with her. A
• - brief discussion followed concerning
• - possible chairmen for the Daffodil
• - and the Peninsula. This topic will be
• - pursued further next month.
• - Equipment Managers — Tom Cornell
• - and Louis Boitano have agreed to serve
• - as equipment managers. Their first
• - project will be to inventory Club
• - equipment. Some discussion followed
• - about finding a single storage area,
• - instead of several sites.
• - Minutes — Mini-minutes will be
• - added to the Newsletter. Also, the
• - complete minutes will be available at
• - the general meeting.
• - Ride Calendar — The ride calendar
• - was discussed. There is a concern
• - about not enough Code I & 2 rides on
• - {Continued on page 6)
• - October, 1991

MINUTES —
TWC BOARD MEETING

(Continued from page 5)

the calendar. The Board will explore
developing ride calendar guidelines to
insure there are Code I & 2 rides.

Foothills Trail, Referendum #91-3
Campaign — The Board agreed to lend
the Club table and chairs to campaign
headquarters. Since election day is in
November, the loan will not interfere
with any Club events.

RIDE REPORT —
COVERED BRIDGE

by Carla Gramlich

Sometimes you have to drive a
“few” miles to go on a terrific
ride.

This year’s Covered Bridge ride, on September 8th, was such an event. The weather was mild in the morning, and warmed to the mid 70s later in the day. The three checkpoints had some great food — some of the Biggest Bagels I have ever seen.

Riding 106 miles allowed us to
see five covered bridges. The
Corvallis area also has 25 miles of
bicycle routes for some additional
flat riding around town.

When the date is announced on
the LAW calendar for the Covered
Bridge Ride next year, mark your
calendar. Steve and Carla will
again head south to ride in 92.

by Diane Lister

The Tacoma Wheelmen’s Club is
continuing its contribution to the
activities and efforts of the Bicycle
Federation of Washington with a
donation of $900.00. This money

is the result of our very successful Daffodil Classic, and the BFW guideline of donating $ .50 per rider on sponsored events. Above and beyond our Club donation, individuals donated an additional $106.50 through their registration forms for the Daffodil.

The Bicycle Federation of Washington has been experiencing steady growth over the past several years, much of it a result of increased help and involvement from clubs such as ours. Twenty- two clubs in our State are now affiliated members of the BFW, and each has a_ representative serving on the BFW Board. The TWC representative, Diane Lister, is currently serving a two-year term as BFW President.

PICNIC 791 —
SPANAWAY PARK

by Carla Gramlich

Two rides brought hungry Club members to Spanaway Park for our Annual Picnic. William Hoehne led members from Westgate in North Tacoma, and Cynthia Hammer led a fast 36 mile ride starting from the park, going south, and back again. Kitchen #4 was well-stocked with food to feed everyone.

This picnic uncovered some
great cooks in TWC. New
member Stan Engle, and our very
own Bob Myrick worked magic on
salmon, hamburgers, hotdogs,
corn, and baked beans. Cynthia
supervised games that included
thumb wrestling, tire changing, and
the famous “Great Legs” contest.

Under sunny skies the picnic set-
up was done by Hank and Hazel,
Carol Rushton, Sharon Cornell,

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and Steve Brown. Ice cream was
served by Secretary Sylvia and
Vice-President Carla. At the end
of the day clean-up was swiftly
taken care of by some of the above
volunteers and John Hansen.
Thanks to all volunteers for their
help above and beyond the call of
duty.

A special thanks to Steve Brown,
who again missed sleeping-in, and
arrived at 7:20 a.m. to “steal”
kitchen #4 away from another
group.

Letter To The Editor:

Dear Folks:
We(Foothills Rails-To-Trails
Coalition)really appreciate your

very generous donation to the
Foothills Trail cause! You have
done so much for us in the past
and continue to help in the present.
It takes much effort to put across a
project like this.

Once the trail is in and
operating, and being enjoyed,
people will look back and wonder
what all the fuss was about! Even
the opposition people will be using
it — or their kids.

Thanks again for your ongoing
support. Also remember to have
Club members vote “Yes” on
Referendum #91-3 on November

Sth... .
Stanley R. Engle
Buckley, WA

October, 1991

The July 1, 1991 to June 30, 1992 TWC Budget Proposal, published in the September, 1991 issue of this Newsletter, was approved by membership vote at the regular Club meeting on September 17, 1991. To see this Budget, turn to page seven in the September Newsletter.

CASH RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS — JANUARY 1, 1990 to DECEMBER 31, 1990

Expenses Receipts Balance
: 10,594.11
Affiliations 218.00 0.00 (218.00)
Banquet 1,576.22 644.00 (932.22)
Daffodil Ride 9,876.59 16,213.02 6,336.43
Donations 2,401.00 382.00 (2,019.00)
Dues 22.50 3,884.50 3,862.00
Equipment 787.99 0.00 (787.99)
Insurance 343.00 0.00 (343.00)
Interest 0.00 474.59 474.59
Membership 505.59 0.00 (505.59)
Miscellaneous 392.86 3,025.00 2,632.14
Meetings 388.15 50.00 (338.15)
Newsletter 3,216.80 0.00 (3,216.80)
Patches 710.10 0.00 (710.10)
Peninsula Metric 2,276.63 2,113.28 (163.35)
Phone 71.92 10.40 (61.52)
Picnic 1,283.75 é 0.00 (1,283.75)
Rides 55.75 0.00 (55.75)
STP oe SON SL
24,719.72 27,796.79 13,671.18
CASH RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS — JANUARY 1, 1991 to JUNE 30, 1991
13,671.18
Affiliations 95.00 0.00 (95.00)
Banquet 2,090.00 789.00 (1,301.45)
Daffodil Ride 10,097.05 16,346.50 6,249.45
Donations 1,800.00 342.00 (1,458.00)
Dues 0.00 2,297.50 2,297.50
Bike Expo 250.00 150.00 (100.00)
Interest 0.00 253.93 253.93
Membership 751.99 0.00 (751.99)
Miscellaneous 1,043.51 725.72 (317.79)
Meetings 454.57 0.00 (454.57)
Newsletter, mailings 2,616.93 0.00 (2,616.93)
Peninsula Metric 2,630.28 2,682.62 52.34
Phone 108.48 0.00 (108.48)
Photographs 0.00 130.00 130.00
Rides 324.50 0.00 (324.50)
STP
22,262.31 23,717.27 15,125.69

TWC NEWSLETTER Page Seven October, 1991