VIENNA BICYCLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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Bike Safety
Safety Tips from our Friends at Town of Vienna Police
Start seeing everyone "Eye to Eye" - The Town of Vienna Police Department wants you to stay safe. Bicyclists, Pedestrians, and Drivers making "Eye to Eye" contact prior to proceeding can prevent dangerous interactions. When crossing a street or driveway entrance, or encountering walkers, riders or drivers in Vienna, make "Eye to Eye" contact to be sure you can safely proceed. To learn more about "Eye to Eye", contact MPO W.G. (Bill) Murray at Town of Vienna Police, wmurray@viennava.gov. |
Kids' Corner:
Bicycle Safety, what every Parent should know - Bicycling is fun, it helps us keep fit, and it gives us mobility. For kids, the bicycle is their first vehicle,a source of pride — and an important way to get around. In addition, bicycling is generally a safe activity. But, when bicyclists make basic mistakes, they’re the ones most likely to get hurt. For this reason, the attitudes you instill in your child now will determine how he or she will ride for years to come.
Bicycle Helmets - Children under the age of 15 are five times more likely to be injured in a bicycle-related crash then older riders. 80% of all bicycle-related fatalities among children are due to rider error. So always wear your helmet while riding your bicycle.
Town of Vienna Helmet Ordinance - On 27 September 2011, Town of Vienna Town Council passed the requirement for children under 14 to wear a helmet "whenever riding or being carried on a bicycle, an electric personal assistive mobility device, a toy vehicle, or an electric power-assisted bicycle on any highway as defined in Virginia Code §46.2-100, a sidewalk, roadway, bikeroute or public bicycle path." Anyone who is caught will incur a $25 fine. If you have any questions, you can contact: MPO W.G. (Bill) Murray at Town of Vienna Police, wmurray@viennava.gov.
If you would like to request a pocket size guide of "Sharing the Road in Virginia", "Which Helmet for Which
Activity" or "A Perfectly Fitted Bicycle Helmet" brochure, click and fill out the Contact form.
Bike Safe, Bike Smart
Bike Safety Tips for Kids |
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Sharing the Road in Virginia brings together safety procedures and traffic regulations for all users in Virginia. To learn about the practical guide for bicyclists and pedestrians as well as motorists helps everyone confidently navigate Virginia's transportation network. To learn more, click on www.sharingtheroadinvirginia.org.
Bicycling and Walking in Virginia, Laws for Bicycling - Bicyclists and motorists basically have the same rights and duties, and the laws governing traffic regulation apply equally to both.
Bike Safe, Bike Smart- Bike Safety Tips for Adults |
