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Caltrans Director’s Ride Caps Bike Month in Sacramento
Every year there is a little more to celebrate.
May 31, 2019
May Revise Budget to Be Released Tomorrow: What’s in it for Sustainability?
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.
May 8, 2019
Study: Electric Pedal-Assist Bikes Can Get People Out of Their Cars
While research is still scant, indications are good: e-bike riders replace car trips with e-bike trips
April 17, 2019
Bill to Clarify Bike Riders’ Right to Full Lane Withdrawn
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."
April 2, 2019
Silicon Valley Bike Coalition Shiloh Ballard Named One of Six “Women of the Year”
Shiloh Ballard, executive director of the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition, will be recognized by Senator Jim Beall as a "Trailblazer" and one of six "Women of the Year" in his Silicon Valley District.
February 26, 2019
Cyclists of Color in Chicago: “We Want More Black Folks on Bikes”
The forum, held Saturday at Blackstone Bicycle Works, featured representatives of 2wheelgods, the Major Taylor Cycling Club of Chicago, Red Bike and Green Chicago, and SRAM.
February 26, 2019
AARP Backs Congestion Pricing — Defying Pols Who Claim Seniors Would be Hurt By Tolls
The senior lobbying group supports congestion pricing, even though opponents of congestion pricing often cite seniors as their reason for opposing tolls.
February 21, 2019
AARP Announces Another Round of Community Challenge Grants
Applications for short-term projects that "spark change" due by April 17
February 21, 2019
Lyft Announces $700,000 Investment in Oakland Transportation Options
The money will fund a bike lending library and community-led planning on bike-share deployment and affordable transportation options in East Oakland
February 13, 2019
Governor Newsom Has an Opportunity to Bring Balance to the California Transportation Commission
Three openings on the commission could bring a new perspective to major transportation funding decisions
January 17, 2019
