Wednesday: Midnight Ridazz hit and run, LADOT's Bikeways department, Day of Decision

I don't know why I neglected to report this, but on Monday night one of Midnight Ridazz founding fathers - known fondly as "Roadblock" - was a victim of a hit and run in Echo Park. Fortunately, he lived to tell the tale and had the presence of mind to memorize the driver's plates after being rear-ended at forty-five miles per hour, scooped up onto the car's hood, and then thrown onto the street. With a dented hood and possibly cracked windshield, the driver left him in the street, slowing only to maneuver around him, and then leave.

As LAist reports,

"The accident occurred on N. Glendale just before Park and the driver was said be in a dark gray sedan, [Partial] plate number 6GYC11."

If you have any information regarding, or if you can help out in any way, please call 213-972-1825 or email bikehitandrun@gmail.com.

I had the pleasure of meeting Roadblock the day we stormed the Bastille, and I can tell you firsthand that he is a kind and skilled rider who is dedicated to his community. He helped make me feel welcomed among strangers that day, and I am more than grateful for his survival (Wear your helmet guys!) and determined to help this incident see justice.

In good news, it turns out that LADOT's Bikeways department is safe, so thanks to all of you who called, emailed, and attended the meeting. It worked!

In I guess what you could call "anxious news," any day now the California Supreme Court will announce its decision regarding Proposition 8 - the Day of Decision. If you believe in equality, then please pledge to win marriage back.

No plans for the weekend other than to ride ride ride, and consequently eat a lot of pizza.

Stay active, stay vigilant, and stay safe.