NEAR-MISS BIKE VS VEHICLE INCIDENT

By bikedanville | June 23, 2022

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…

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SAFETY SIGNS – SILENT ANGELS OF SCENIC

By bikedanville | March 17, 2022

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! . .  

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DIABLO COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT DANGER ZONE LETTER TO STATE PARKS

By bikedanville | September 6, 2021

“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…

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SILENT ANGELS OF SCENIC & LARGE PINE LOGS

By bikedanville | August 29, 2021

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…

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Video Survey Danger Zone (Blind Curve #3) Solid Double Yellow Line

By bikedanville | July 18, 2021

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,…

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STATE PARKS RESPONSE TO APRIL 19, 2021 LETTER

By bikedanville | June 30, 2021

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.”

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2020 FEBRUARY STAKEHOLDERS MEETING

By bikedanville | April 25, 2021

Eduardo (Eddie) Guaracha, Diablo Range District Superintendent scheduled the meeting and provided the Agenda below. Participants were Kathy Urbelis, Diablo Community Service District Board Member, Eric Niles, Head of The Athenian School, Allision Knapp, Deputy Director Contra Costa County Public Works, Chris Lau, Contra Costa County Assistant Public Works Director, Lidia Gutierrez, Diablo Ranch Estate (HOA Representative),Mt. Diablo Scenic Residents, Nicola Place and Hal Seibert. Apparently, nothing was accomplished. No other Stakeholder Meetings were scheduled.

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2019 December Stakeholder Meeting

By bikedanville | April 25, 2021

Eduardo (Eddie) Guaracha, Diablo Range District Superintendent scheduled the meeting and provided the Agenda below. Participants were Kathy Urbelis, Diablo Community Service District Board Member, Eric Niles, Head of The Athenian School, Allision Knapp, Deputy Director Contra Costa County Public Works, Chris Lau, Contra Costa County Assistant Public Works Director, Lidia Gutierrez, Diablo Ranch Estate (HOA Representative),Mt. Diablo Scenic Residents, Nicola Place and Hal Seibert. Apparently, nothing was accomplished, except to schedule another meeting.

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