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Keep your pet away from drinking water sources.Observe and enjoy wildlife and plants but leave them undisturbed.Additional Rules for the Adirondack and Catskill PreservesExcept in an emergency, camping is prohibited above an elevation of 4,000 feet in the Adirondacks.Except in an emergency or between December 21st and March 21st, camping is prohibited above an elevation of 3,500 feet in the Catskills.At all times, only emergency fires are permitted above 4,000 feet in the Adirondacks and 3,500 feet in the Catskills.New York State Firewood RegulationThere is a regulation that prohibits the import of firewood into New York unless it has been heat treated to kill pests. The regulation also limits the transportation of untreated firewood to less than 50 miles from its source.By transporting firewood, you could be spreading diseases and invasive insects that can quickly kill large numbers of trees. Help stop the spread and obey the Firewood Regulation:Get your firewood at the campground or from a local vendor - ask for a receipt or label that has the firewood's local source.If you choose to transport firewood within New York State:It must have a receipt or label that has the firewood's source and it must remain within 50 miles of that source.For firewood not purchased (i.e. cut from your own property) you must have a Self-Issued Certificate of Source (PDF), and it must be sourced within 50 miles of your destination.Only firewood labeled as meeting New York's heat treatment standards to kill pests may be transported into the state and further than 50 miles from the firewood's source. This wood is usually labeled "certified heat-treated".For more information, see Firewood and Invasive Pests. For additional questions regarding the firewood regulation, please e-mail [email protected] or call 1-866-640-0652.

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This requirement begins on September 22, 2024.Some local jurisdictions must expand support for voters with limited English proficiency. Expanding on requirements under federal law, this applies to any local jurisdiction in New York, for example, a county, city, town, village, or school district, that has a certain number of citizens at least 18 years of age who do not speak or understand English well enough to participate in elections. The locality must provide language assistance, such as translating ballots and voter-registration materials. This requirement begins on June 20, 2025.

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Following common-sense safety guidelines will enhance your visit to the Empire State Trail.

Emergencies – Dial 911. Cell phone coverage exists along virtually all of the Empire State Trail route. In any emergency, dial 911.

Daylight Hours. The trail welcomes visitors during daylight hours, from dawn to dusk. No lighting exists along the trail – it is closed at night. 

Road Crossings. Trail users must stop at all road crossings, to check for motor vehicles before safely crossing. Ride defensively – “see and be seen.”

Bicycle Helmets. Bicyclists should always wear a helmet, properly sized with the strap buckled. New York State law requires all bicyclists under the age of 14 to wear an approved helmet.

Bicycle Speed. When trails are busy, bicyclists most slow down, reducing their speed to avoid risk of collisions with other trail visitors. Bicyclists should call out or use a bell to alert walkers when passing. Be alert that trail users – especially children – may make sudden movements without checking if bicyclists are approaching from behind.

Dogs. Dogs and other pets are allowed on most trail segments, but must be kept under control and on-leash at all times. Owners must clean up after their pets.

On-Road Sections. Most of the Empire State Trail is off-road trail where motor vehicles are prohibited.  However, some trail sections are designated on the shoulders of public roadways. The on-road segments, which are delineated on the website maps and route descriptions, are appropriate for trail users comfortable sharing the road with motor vehicles.

Electric Bikes. In 2020, New York State adopted a new law governing electric bikes. Class I and Class II “E-Bikes” are allowed on roads posted at 30 mph or less.
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The website details their efforts on campus, their plans, and climate leadership. Go to Cornell University's Biking webpage

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New York Bicycling Coalition advocates for pro-bicycle and pro-pedestrian policies and funding at all levels of government; educates New Yorkers about bicycle safety and the benefits of bicycling; provides technical assistance and support to advocates and government entities; and promotes bicycle tourism across the state.Go to New York Bicycling Coalition website

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Bike SafetyCycling is one of the truly great ways to travel around New York City — biking is efficient, affordable, equitable, healthy and environmentally friendly.Go to NYC DOT Bike Safety homepage

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Bicycling, in-line skating, and other wheeled activities are great ways to get exercise, get around, or just have fun. This page provides the information you should know to stay safe while on your ride.Go to DOH Bicycle and Wheel Sport Safety

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The New York State Department of Transportation's Bicycle Program Website is a gateway for everyone to discover the wide variety of cycling opportunities and information available in New York. You're invited to learn more about our state's extensive network of both on- and off-road bicycle facilities, information on bicycle facility design guidance, safety and educational information and even about local cycling clubs in your area. We encourage you to explore the site and to learn more about why we encourage everyone to Bike New York. Go to DOT Bicycling

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The leading statewide advocate for parks and trails in New York State.Building off of the success of the Empire State Trail, the Trails Across New York campaign seeks to further the development and promotion of the state’s multi-use trail network. We envision more New Yorkers of all ages, abilities and backgrounds enjoying multi-use trails.Go to Parks & Trails New York 

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FAQs | Empire State Trail
As such, virtually all multi-day trail users are bicyclists, allowing them to cover longer distances and access services located in communities several miles off the trail. Certainly it would be possible to complete a long-distance hike along the trail, but it would be challenging - you’d need to carefully plan your trip to avoid being stranded away from food, water, and overnight lodging.

 Are Electric Bicycles allowed on the trail?

 NYS enacted E-Bike legislation in 2020. The state law bans Class 3 E-Bikes on trails.
Decisions on whether to allow Class 1 and Class 2 E-Bikes on trails are set by the state or local government entity that owns a particular off-road trail section. New York State Parks and the NYS Canal Corporation, which administer large sections of the Erie Canalway Trail and Champlain Canalway Trail, have adopted policies allowing Class 1 and 2 E-Bikes. In addition, Class 1 and 2 E-Bikes are allowed on the Albany-Hudson Electric Trail section of the EST in Rensselaer and Columbia Counties. As of June 2023, all NYC Parks and greenways also allow E-bikes under a pilot program. 
While Class 1 “pedal assist” E-Bikes are allowed on the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail (WVRT) section from New Paltz to Kingston in Ulster County; Class 2 E-Bikes are prohibited on the WVRT trail.
The remainder of the Empire State Trail is administered by counties and local governments, which own specific sections (e.g. the Westchester County Trail, Dutchess Rail Trail, etc.). To date most have not adopted formal policies, meaning E-Bikes are neither explicitly allowed nor prohibited on those trail sections.

 Are electric scooters allowed on the trail?

 Most state agencies and local governments consider two-wheeled E-Scooters to be motorized equipment and prohibit their use on off-road sections of the Empire State Trail.

 Is the trail accessible for people with disabilities?

 Yes, all off-road EST sections are 8 to 10-feet wide with an improved surface and gentle grades, making them accessible to trail users of all abilities. All trail segments and designated parking areas conform with American With Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.
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The 2023-24 Operating and Capital Improvement Program budget, adopted by the San Bruno City Council in June 2023, includes the following projects in the five-year plan for infrastructure improvements:Acappella Well Project (Commodore Park Well Replacement)Water Main Improvement and Replacement ProgramPressure Regulator Station Improvement & Replacement ProgramWater Pump Station Improvement and Replacement ProgramWater Tank Improvement and Replacement ProgramWell Rehabilitation ProgramWater Quality Well System Upgrades & Sweeney Ridge Tank Chlorine Generator InstallationSee the full budget on the Finance webpage. 

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A common belief is that posting a speed limit will influence drivers to drive at that speed. The facts indicate otherwise. Research conducted in many parts of this country over a span of several decades has shown that drivers are influenced more by the appearance of the highway itself and the prevailing traffic conditions than by the posted speed limit. California's Basic Speed Law requires that:"No person shall drive a vehicle upon a highway at a speed greater than is responsible or prudent having due regard for weather, visibility, the traffic on, and the surface and width of the highway, and in no event at a speed which endangers the safety of persons or property."Under California law, the maximum speed limit for any passenger vehicle is now 65 miles per hour (MPH). All other speed limits are called prima facie limits, which "on the face of it" are safe and prudent under normal conditions. Certain prima facie limits are established by law and include the 25 MPH limit in business and residential districts, the 15 MPH limit in alleys, at blind intersections and blind railroad crossings and a part-time 25 MPH limit in school zones when children are going to and from school. These speeds are not always posted but all California motorists are required to know these 10, 20, and 30 mile per hour speed laws.Intermediate speed limits between 25 and 55 miles per hour may be established by local authorities on the basis of traffic engineering surveys. These surveys include an analysis of roadway conditions, accident records, and the prevailing speed, or 85th percentile, of prudent drivers.
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The leading statewide advocate for parks and trails in New York State.Building off of the success of the Empire State Trail, the Trails Across New York campaign seeks to further the development and promotion of the state’s multi-use trail network. We envision more New Yorkers of all ages, abilities and backgrounds enjoying multi-use trails.Go to Parks & Trails New York 

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