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Applications open for 2018 Sustainable Communities Program

September 17, 2018
SUBMITTED BY LISA PETERSON

2018 Sustainable Communities Program Grants

Applications are now being accepted for the 2018 Sustainable Communities Program through the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG)! The program recognizes sustainable solutions to local growth challenges and has resulted in local plans that promote sustainability through the integration of transportation and land use.

SCAG has awarded approximately $22.3...

Public Input Wanted for Nevada County Active Transportation Plan

September 14, 2018
SUBMITTED BY LISA PETERSON

Do you live in Nevada County? Get involved and share your input on the development of the new Active Transportation Plan (ATP)! The Nevada County Transportation Commission (NCTC), in coordination with the County of Nevada, City of Grass Valley, City of Nevada City, and Town of Truckee is in the process of developing the plan, which will evaluate pedestrian and bicycle needs, and identify and prioritize active transportation recommendations by jurisdiction.

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Berkeley Pedestrian Master Plan: We need your feedback!

July 19, 2018
Submitted by Frances Fu

City of Berkeley

The City of Berkeley is currently working on a new Pedestrian Master Plan. What is a master plan? A master plan is a comprehensive report about a particular issue that is based on data collected through needs assessments, surveys and feedback.

The Department of Public Works is in...

July is Park and Recreation Month!

July 1, 2018
Submitted by Frances Fu

Parks and Rec Month

What comes to mind when you hear "Parks and Rec?"

Some immediately think of National Parks, local playgrounds, recreational centers and summer camps. Some think of the hit NBC TV series, Parks and Recreation. But, parks and recreation is so much more than that. The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is...

Walk/Bike/Places 2018

July 1, 2018
Submitted by Frances Fu

Walk Bike Places

Walk Bike Places 20th Conference Produced by Project for Public Spaces (PPS) with support from Bike Easy

September 16-19, 2018 at Sheraton New Orleans Hotel in New Orleans...

CicLAvia The Valley on Sunday, June 24

June 18, 2018
Submitted by Frances Fu

CicLAvia Logo

CicLAvia is a non-profit organization that aims to produce vibrant public spaces by encouraging active transportation and good health through car-free streets. Over 1 million people attended CicLAvia events. CicLAvia has been involved in local and regional transportation planning related to active transportation.

CicLAvia will be hosting their...

Tune in for active transportation webinars in June!

June 8, 2018
Submitted by Frances Fu

Observed annually in June by the National Safety Council, National Safety Month focuses on reducing leading causes of injury and death at work, on the road, and in our homes and communities. In concert to this month’s theme of safety, we compiled a list of upcoming webinars around safe walkability and bikeability. How do we redesign places that put people first? How do we create safe spaces for all community members? Tune in for a month of exciting and informative webinars held...

Caltrans Wants Your Feedback for SB 1 Transportation Planning Grants

June 5, 2018
Submitted by Frances Fu

CaltransSenate Bill 1

In preparation for the upcoming fiscal year 2019-2020, Caltrans is facilitating workshops to gather public and stakeholder input in drafting and developing the...

Active Transportation Program (ATP) Cycle 4 Workshop/Webinar on May 21

May 9, 2018
SUBMITTED BY LISA PETERSON

Are you interested in submitting an application for Cycle 4 of the 2019 Active Transportation Program (ATP)? Join the Active Transportation Resource Center (ATRC) on Monday, May 21, 2018 for a technical assistance workshop/webinar that will provide an overview of key program changes, and a technical demonstration of the ATP application. Download the flyer for event date, time, and location details!

Active...

April 30 Webinar: Reducing the Risks to Child Pedestrians

April 20, 2018
SUBMITTED BY LISA PETERSON

The Children's Safety Network (CSN) will be hosting a free webinar on Monday, April 30, 2018 to provide an overview of data on pedestrian-related fatalities among children and describe the efforts of two organizations, the National Center for Safe Routes to School and Safe Kids Worldwide, to reduce risks to child pedestrians.

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