Bicycle

New SRTSNP Report: Complete Streets Policies & Bicycle and Pedestrian Plans

November 20, 2018
SUBMITTED BY LISA PETERSON

Increasing opportunities for walking and biking has many health benefits. But how can cities and counties support and create streets in our communities that are accessible and safe for all users? What types of improvements and plans are needed forCover of new SRTSNP Report pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders and motorists to get where they need to go safely, comfortably and easily?

A new report published...

LA Metro wants your feedback for the Long Range Transportation Plan

November 7, 2018
SUBMITTED BY LISA PETERSON

Metro (the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority) is currently working on updating their Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), which was last adopted in 2009. To help shape the update of the plan, Metro is seeking public input on their project website, Our Next LA*.

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Active Transportation Webinars in November

November 1, 2018
SUBMITTED BY LISA PETERSON

This month, we're highlighting a selection of webinars promoting active transportation, walkability, and how to create safer walking and biking for all in our communities.

Have a webinar you'd like us to share? Please submit your event here.

Learn the Ropes: How to Start your Safe Routes to School Program
Hosted by Safe Routes to School National Partnership
November 13, 2018 at 10am PT...

New: FHWA Guide for Scalable Risk Assessment Methods for Pedestrians and Bicyclists

October 10, 2018
SUBMITTED BY LISA PETERSON

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) recently published the Guide for Scalable Risk Assessment Methods for Pedestrians and Bicyclists as a resource for transportation agencies and practitioners for assessing pedestrian and bicyclist risk. The guide provides a methodical approach for the purposes of identifying high-priority areas and transportation facilities for safety improvement, evaluating specific countermeasures and locations before and after improvements are made, and tracking...

Promoting #PedBikeSafety: Upcoming Webinars in October

October 1, 2018
SUBMITTED BY LISA PETERSON

This month, we're highlighting a selection of webinars promoting pedestrian and bicycle safety through a variety of strategies. Explore our round-up highlighting how policy changes, safety analysis methods, community engagement, safety countermeasures, and more can create safer walking and biking for all!

Have a webinar you'd like us to share? Please submit your event here.

Habits to Last a Lifetime: Bicyclist and Pedestrian Safety for Children
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New FHWA Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety Information Search Tool!

September 17, 2018
SUBMITTED BY LISA PETERSON

For those engaged in planning, designing or advocating for safe pedestrian and bicycle facilities, tracking down the resources you need can be a challenge. ToFHWA Safety Report on Separated Bike Lane Planning and Design help solve this problem, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Safety Office recently launched the new...

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...

Early-bird Registration for PedsCount! 2018

August 9, 2018
Submitted by Frances Fu

California Walks' biennial Pedestrians Count! (PedsCount!) Summit brings together 200+ practitioners and community advocates representing diverse fields such as walking, traffic safety, design, public health, planning, land-use, education, equity, transit and sustainable transportation to explore innovations, share best practices and cutting-edge research, and prioritize collective...

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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Upcoming webinars in August

August 1, 2018
Submitted by Frances Fu

It's August and that means school is around the corner! As we transition into fall and a new school year fast arriving with children and families walking and bicycling, it's a great time to discuss safety measures around transportation and the importance of sharing the road safely. Explore these upcoming webinars in August that will discuss strategies and methods for improving pedestrian and bicycle safety! Please be sure to register in advance.

Motorist Overtaking Bicyclist by PBIC
Monday, August 6, 2018 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM PT //...