Recent Streetsblog CALIFORNIA posts about Advocacy

Op-Ed: Breaking Down Barriers to Disabled Cyclists

By Joelle Galatan | Jun 4, 2019

Because disabled people are often left out of the conversation, few abled cyclists seem to consider how non-traditional bikes can add to mobility for disabled people and provide many with a healthy mode of exercise and transportation.

Caltrans Director Laurie Berman, left, joined the Caltrans Directors Ride this year. With her is staff from the Caltrans Sustainability Program, Jeanie Ward-Waller and Abigail Jackson. All photos by Melanie Curry/Streetsblog

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Caltrans Director’s Ride Caps Bike Month in Sacramento

By Melanie Curry | May 31, 2019

Every year there is a little more to celebrate.

Greening up the urban forest can bring huge benefits to communities. Photo by Melanie Curry/Streetsblog

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May Revise Budget to Be Released Tomorrow: What’s in it for Sustainability?

By Melanie Curry | May 8, 2019

The Sustainability Communities for All Coalition suggests using cap-and-trade revenue for energy efficiency and solar energy for low-income residents, expanding access to electric bikes, and community forestry.

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Study: Electric Pedal-Assist Bikes Can Get People Out of Their Cars

By Melanie Curry | Apr 17, 2019

While research is still scant, indications are good: e-bike riders replace car trips with e-bike trips

Bill to Clarify Bike Riders’ Right to Full Lane Withdrawn

By Melanie Curry | Apr 2, 2019

The California Bicycle Coalition, faced with opposition from AAA and others, has decided to hold off on its efforts to clear up California Vehicle Code language about when bicycle riders are allowed to "take the lane."

Shiloh Ballard, Executive Director of the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition, is a Trailblazing Woman of the Year. Image: SVBC

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Silicon Valley Bike Coalition Shiloh Ballard Named One of Six “Women of the Year”

By Melanie Curry | Feb 26, 2019

Note: GJEL Accident Attorneys regularly sponsors coverage on Streetsblog San Francisco and Streetsblog California. Unless noted in the story, GJEL Accident Attorneys is not consulted for the content or editorial direction of the sponsored content. Shiloh Ballard, executive director of the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition, will be recognized by Senator Jim Beall as a “Trailblazer” and one of six […]

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