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Money on Their Minds
In this edition of Roundup, HUB in Vancouver celebrates $6 million for bike improvements, the California Bicycle Coalition pushes for a $10 million Bicycle Purchase Incentive Program, Portland leaders seek $15 million for Safe Routes to School, the Active Transportation Alliance empowers residents to go after menu money for better biking and walking, Tennessee advocates oppose a bill that would strip non-vehicular uses from gas tax revenues... and more!
Erin O'Melinn (center), Executive Director of HUB, with Vancouver officials
Advocacy Avenue
BikeDenver and WalkDenver were among a number of groups that helped win a Vision Zero commitment and preliminary plan from Mayor Michael Hancock.
Meanwhile, WalkBoston appeared with Mayor Marty Walsh to call for immediate investment and progress toward Vision Zero, after a number of pedestrian fatalities.
The California Bicycle Coalition has partnered with several groups to petition the state Air Resources Board to create a $10 million Bicycle Purchase Incentive Pilot Program, which would "rebate half of the cost of bikes that are commonly used for commuting, up to $500."
The Active Transportation Alliance released a new guide outlining how residents can encourage their city Aldermen to use their $1.32 million in "menu money" to improve biking and walking in Chicago neighborhoods.
Following reports of robbery, harassment, and other violent crimes, the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is working with city officials to address safety on the Schuylkill River Trail, including the creation of a Schuylkill River Watch.
Bike Austin launched its 2016 Protected Bike Lanes campaign that addresses some of the city's biggest streets.
Bike Houston continued to mobilize residents to support a draft Bike Plan that would "double our safe, comfortable bikeway network in the short term and ultimately build a network of bikeways that are within a half mile of 95% of Houstonians."
The East Coast Greenway Coalition celebrated a first step toward closing the one gap in the 2,900 mile greenway that bars bicyclists, as the Maryland Department of Transportation announced opening the Hatem Memorial Bridge to cyclists later this summer.
The Bicycle Transportation Alliance rallied supporters to encourage Washington County officials to use a portion of $175 million in transportation funding on "a safer Tualatin Valley Highway, protected bike lanes on major streets, neighborhood bikeways, and trails" and Portland leaders to dedicate $15 million to Safe Routes to School.
BikeWalkLee applauded the launch of a statewide campaign from multiple Florida law enforcement agencies to combat the growing number of hit-and-run crashes.
Equity Intersection
The Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition shared an update on the city's Mobility Plan 2035 (which they helped to create and pass), which, thanks to council amendments, was updated to include equity as a core principle, reiterate flexibility in implementation to fit the neighborhood context and emphasize the importance of pedestrian safety, particularly in low-income communities.
Active Transportation Alliance lifted up the work of its community partners in advancing safe routes to school in the "Little Village neighborhood, [which] has the smallest amount of green space per resident and the largest proportion of residents under the age of 18 of any Chicago community."
Bicycle Colorado debuted its "Super Shereos" program, an outgrowth of its Women Bike Colorado initiative.
Don't forget about the Youth Bike Summit — proposals now due March 1!
Crusading for more women cycling in Colorado
Infrastructure Inlet
HUB in Vancouver celebrated the announcement of $6 million in provincial funding to improve local bike routes and connections.
Bicycling for Louisville highlighted the spread of cycling facilities since the allocation of dedicated funding for an urban bike network in 2013 — and where the city will stand by summer's end.
After a cyclist was struck and seriously injured, Bike East Bay launched an online petition calling on the City of Berkeley "to immediately stripe bike lanes on two blocks of Fulton Street."
The Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition supported the approval of a plan for a local transit hub that will include new bike/ped bridge and connect a major trail to two new Class I multi-use paths.
The San Francisco Bicycle Coalition shared its excitement about the arrival of protected bikes lanes in Glen Park, Excelsior and nearby neighborhoods later this year.
The Washington Area Bicyclist Association applauded the unveiling of plans for protected bike lanes in downtown Silver Spring, Maryland.
The Minneapolis Bicycle Coalition shared its recommendations for the redesign of a major, dangerous intersection, including increased safety for pedestrians.
Bike Baton Rouge celebrated the arrival of 70 bike racks in the downtown area.
Dedicated funding is spurring progress in Louisville
Legislative Lane
Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets headed to the statehouse in Albany to encourage lawmakers to increase the "size, scope and duration of the City’s automated enforcement program."
Cycle Toronto joined with partners to call on the federal government to include funding for urban pedestrian and cycling infrastructure in its wider plans to fund public transit and green infrastructure across the country.
The Nebraska Bicycling Alliance is mobilizing for two important bills that clarify who has the right of way when trails cross streets and repeals the mandatory side path law, and transfers money to a trail that the Alliance calls "the most under appreciated travel and tourism opportunity in Nebraska."
Bike Walk Tennessee, Walk Bike Nashville and other advocates garnered more than 2,500 signatures on a petition to oppose a state bill that would prevent the use of gas tax revenue for non-vehicular travel.
The Virginia Bicycling Federation applauded the passage of dooring and bike lane maintenance funding bills through the state Senate — and urged supporters to help push them through the state House.
Bike Cleveland rallied its supporters to take action for a state 3-foot safe passing bill.
The New York Bicycling Coalition garnered a huge response to its call to action for a 3-foot passing bill in the Empire State.
NYC advocates are pressing for lawmakers to expand speed / safety cameras
Programming Promenade
BikeWalkKC debuted its new strategic plan, complete with a new vision and mission: "Our mission is to redefine our streets as places for people to build a culture of active living."
Building on its ballot measure campaign in 2015, Living Streets Alliance brought together more than 40 partners for its first Community Walking Forum.
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia launched a podcast.
The Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition reached 1,500 free lights distributed through its Operation Firefly program.
Bike Easy celebrated local leadership with its annual awards, recognizing Friends of Lafitte Greenway for its work on the "2.6-mile linear park that is a crucial connector in our bicycle network."
The Atlanta Bicycle Coalition also lifted up local heroes with its Blinkie Awards, including recognition of "Bikes and Bites, a food and cycling series celebrating the international scene and encouraging a safer, more bikeable Buford Highway."
BikeWalkLee announced its priorities for 2016-2017, including the implementation of complete streets and increase investments in bike/walk infrastructure.
Georgia Bikes! spread the word about the availability of bicycle safety classes, including Bicycle Basics for Law Enforcement.
Bike Cleveland teamed up with the Ohio City Bicycle Cooperative to bring bike safety to the second grade PE curriculum at the Cleveland Metropolitan School District.
Community Walking Forum in Tucson
Comings and Goings
Welcome to new Alliance member organization, RVACycle - Rides For Regular People!
Ride Illinois announced new leadership roles, with Ed Barsotti shifting to Chief Programs Officer and Tania Sebastian stepping up to Chief Operations Officer.
The Washington Area Bicyclist Association introduced its new Education Coordinator, Doug Smith.
The League of Michigan Bicyclists welcomed its new Tour Director, Scott Elliott.
The Atlanta Bicycle Coalition shared two new hires: Haydee Santana as its Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator and Jordyne Krumroy as its Communications and Outreach Manager.
Investing in Place welcomed John Guevarra as its Communications and Research Associate (pictured below).
Jobs
Neighborhood Bike Works is seeking an Executive Director
Bike Walk Montana is seeking a Development Director
Local Motion is hiring a seasonal Bike Ferry Operations Manager, a Community Education Manager and a part-time Business Services Manager.
Transportation Alternatives is seeking a Families for Safe Streets Organizer, a Digital Organizer, and Director of Major Gifts.
Queen City Bike is seeking an Executive Director.
BikeHouston is seeking an Executive Director and Community Relations Manager.
Old Spokes Home & Bike Recycle Vermont is seeking a General Manager.
The Boston Cyclists Union is seeking an Executive Director.
The state and local biking and walking advocacy movement is growing. Check out the Alliance for Biking & Walking job board for listings all over North America.
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Because it's not a celebration without a bike parade!
