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CATSIP is home to a number of resources that support active transportation safety in California. As the newest addition, we would like to introduce a section on "Micromobility" found under the "Resources" tab. It features content in the following categories -- Statistics and Trends, Emerging Research & Technology, Permits Programs & Best Practices, and Micromobility Policies by City. 

The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) Summit on Pedestrian Safety is now open for registration! 

The San Joaquin Regional ATP Cycle 5 Call-for-Projects has extended their deadline to September 15, 2020 as per statewide application deadline extensions in response COVID-19.

Due to the nature of COVID-19, there has been an increased demand for safe public spaces as people continue to make trips for essential services. In order to make this possible, communities have implemented new policies that adapt to current needs. 

May is Bicycle Safety Month and the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) is encouraging those out walking, driving or riding their bikes to look out for one another while practicing social distancing measures.

New Safety Stories highlight how communities are prioritizing action transportation safety

The ATP Cycle 5 Call-for-Projects is now open as of March 25th. The application deadline is set for June 15th, 2020. 

Explore our round-up of webinars coming up that highlight the latest road safety trends and promoting safer walking and biking! Have a webinar you'd like us to share? Please submit webinar details here.

According to the latest data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the number of pedestrian fatalities in the U.S. during the 10-year period from 2009 to 2018 has increased by 53% (from 4,109 deaths in 2009 to 6,283 deaths in 2018). At the same time, while walking has become riskier, the number of all other traffic fatalities has increased by only 2%.

Register now for an upcoming Community Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Training (CPBST) this month in a community near you to identify priorities to make walking and biking safer for everyone - including seniors, students, parents, and people with disabilities!

Mark your calendars for an upcoming 2021 Active Transportation Program (ATP) Workshop! The California Transportation Commission (CTC) is hosting a series of workshops throughout the state to provide more information on the ATP Cycle 5 grant application process, procedures and key deadlines. Workshops are available to attend in person or by teleconference. City and tribal governments, local agencies, and the public are encouraged to attend.

How easy is it for older adults and residents with disabilities to get around in Sonoma County? How often do they forgo important trips because they lack transportation? What are the local transportation challenges, successes and gaps in services? 

UC Berkeley SafeTREC is offering free Complete Streets Safety Assessments (CSSA) to California local agencies with a population of over 25,000 people. CSSAs are comprehensive transportation safety assessments that focus on pedestrian and bicycle safety. They help local agencies identify and implement traffic safety solutions that lead to improved safety for all users of California’s roadways.