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We Support Bikers, Walkers & Joggers on Calle Arroyo
ANGELS OF SCENIC RESTORE PATH
Special Thanks to the Angels of Scenic for All their hard work restoring the Path after the damage caused by the “Biblical Storm” on New Years Day!
Read MoreNEAR-MISS BIKE VS VEHICLE INCIDENT
It is our understanding that the California Highway Patrol (CHP) has jurisdiction over the Danger Zone – Mt. Diablo Scenic Boulevard, not the Contra Costa County Sherriff or California State Park Rangers. Therefore, we are asking the CHP to patrol the road, especially on weekends, and to issue tickets or CHP Warning Letters to motorists as…
Read MoreSAFETY SIGNS – SILENT ANGELS OF SCENIC
The Silent Angels of Scenic have installed four safety message signs just before the entrance to South Gate Road, Mount Diablo State Park BICYCLES DESCENDING, DON’T BE INSANE, AVOID A CRASH, STAY IN YOUR LANE. These signs are known as ” Burma Shave ” signs. Thank You Silent Angels of Scenic! . .
Read MoreDANVILLE BICYCLE ADVISORY COMMISSION
On March 15, 2022, the Town of Danville established a Bicycle Advisory Commission. This is a Historic Day for Cyclists! The Commission shall consist of six regular members, one of whom shall be a Youth Commissioner. To apply visit https://www.danville.ca.gov/284/Commission-Recruitment
Read MoreDIABLO ROAD TRAIL
GREAT NEWS! Danville has 100% funding for the Diablo Road Trail. Keeping Cyclists off Dangerous Diablo Road!
Read MoreCALIFORNIA STATE PARKS – “STALL & DELAY” – DECEMBER 2019 TO PRESENT
Since the death of Maayan Jones (photo above) in 2019, the residents in the “Danger Zone” have attempted to engage Eddie Guaracha, Diablo Range District Superintendent, California State Parks; to improve the safety for All Park Visitors along this section of road. Please take a few minutes to become acquainted with the History of…
Read MoreTRAFFIC VOLUME SURVEY($32,500) – MT. DIABLO SCENIC BLVD
California State Parks Spend $32,500 on this Traffic Volume Survey according to a Public Records Act Request.
Read MoreDIABLO COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT DANGER ZONE LETTER TO STATE PARKS
“Our Board supports the position taken by our residents and the community and requests that you prioritze evaluation of the conditions of this dangerous section of road along with the vehicular and cyclists traffic to determine what improvements can and must be made to safeguard all users of Mt. Diablo Scenic. We would also welcome…
Read MoreSILENT ANGELS OF SCENIC & LARGE PINE LOGS
Park Visitor Vehicles often park in the Danger Zone, thereby further narrowing the roads. Forcing Park visitor vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists into the path of vehicular traffic. Apparently, the “Silent Angels of Scenic” Flew thru the Danger Zone sprinkling large pine logs along the side of the road! We Support Bikers, Walkers & Joggers on…
Read MoreDANVILLE BICYCLE MASTER PLAN
Danville Bicycle Master Plan Town Adopts Town-Wide Bicycle Master Plan On July 6, the Town Council approved Danville’s first-ever Townwide Bicycle Master Plan. Adoption of the Plan concludes a nearly two-year process. That process included an extensive effort to reach out to Danville cyclists of all ages and abilities to identify the programs, policies, and physical improvements that will best…
Read MoreVideo Survey Danger Zone (Blind Curve #3) Solid Double Yellow Line
On July 17, 2021 (10am to 11am) a Video Survey was conducted of All Mount Diablo State Park Visitor Vehicles, Bicycles and Hikers traveling up/down at Blind Curve #3, Danger Zone, Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd. Where numerous Near-Miss Bike vs Vehicle and Actual Collisions have occurred. No Vehicle crossed over the Solid Double Yellow Line,…
Read MoreDiablo: Residents clash over public access of short-cut to Mount Diablo
On July 12, 2021 the “Silent Angels of Scenic” Installed a Solid Double Yellow Line in the “Danger Zone” on Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd.
Park Visitor Vehicles Parking in the Danger Zone: 20 Boy Scouts Hiking to the Summit of Mount Diablo State Park, July 11, 2021
Path/Easement Lawsuit:Case MSC17-02529 “Court Docket, Plaintiffs, Defendants & Court Trial”
Response Letter to Diablo Safety Security Committee
2012 Permanent Fix Sought
Path/Easement Lawsuit Update
Path/Easement Lawsuit Update
Read More1976 CA State Parks Installs Curve Warning and Speed Limit Signs
Directly across from 2421 Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd (South Gate Farm)
Photo taken November 14, 2020 (Original Sign: 45 yrs old)
STATE PARKS RESPONSE TO APRIL 19, 2021 LETTER
Response by Eddie Guaracha, Superintendent Diablo Range District. Red highlight added to emphasize his focus on “Road Maintenance” NOT Safety. Read the April 19, 2021 Letter to Understand how Eddie Guaracha Totally ignored the request to: “implement a safety plan to protect all park visitors traveling through the Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd Danger Zone.”
Read MoreNO LAW ENFORCEMENT BLIND CURVE#4
Apparently, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) has Jurisdiction on Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd. Unfortunately, the CHP has REFUSED TO PATROL THE “DANGER ZONE.”
Read MoreTWO YEAR ANNIVERSARY “STATE PARKS HAS DONE NOTHING”
JUNE 26, 2021
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