Mayor Carlos Mayans and Dawson Grimsley of Davis-Moore Auto have joined together on a public education campaign to alert motorists and bicyclists of proper ways to share the road. This partnership was developed in the wake of the recent tragedy involving two bicyclists and motorist, and the fact that more people are on bicycles during the hot summer months.
The key component of the education effort is through a water bill insert that will begin going to every City of Wichita water customer in July. Customers will begin seeing them starting next week. There are 150,000 water bills. The informational pieces gives 10 tips for both motorists and bicyclists on how they can share the road. The safety tips were provided by the Wichita Police Department. Here are the top 5 tips for each:
Sharing the Road: Bicyclists
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Keep to the right of the street or sidewalk and ride single file.
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Wear a helmet, no matter how short the trip.
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When riding a bicycle on the sidewalk, always give the right of way to the pedestrian.
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You must observe all stop signs, traffic signals and signs, as a car would by Kansas State Law.
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All bicycle riders must stop before coming out of a driveway or alley.
Sharing the Road: Motorists
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Reduce speed when encountering cyclists.
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Recognize hazards cyclists may face and give them space.
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Bicycles are considered vehicles and should be given the appropriate right of way.
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Do not blast your horn in close proximity to cyclists.
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Pass with care, leaving three feet between you and a cyclist.
For more information on Sharing the Road, go to the City of Wichita website at www.wichita.gov.
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