Advocacy
Streetsblog California
America Has A New ‘Friendliest’ State for Cycling
...but even the best of the best isn't doing enough to protect people on two wheels, a top advocacy group warns.
December 12, 2024
Applications for Two Complete Streets Safety Assessment Programs Now Open
UC Berkeley's SafeTREC programs train groups to assess bicycle and pedestrian safety in their communities and identify safety improvements. Agencies and community groups are encouraged to apply.
November 25, 2024
California’s Federal Dollars Will Increase Emissions
In almost every state, federal funding on highway expansions far outstrips spending on transit, active transportation, electrification, and all other programs that aim to reduce emissions.
California is no exception.
November 22, 2024
One Hidden Reason Why Your State DOT Isn’t Building Protected Bike Lanes
"Proven safety countermeasures" might sound like a wonky engineering term, but it could hold the key to unlocking money to save lives.
November 21, 2024
Four Bay Area Rides to Celebrate Advocacy
Train, bike, walk, roll... this weekend Bay Area advocates have several opportunities to experience their successes
November 18, 2024
Sunday Is World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
This weekend, people across the globe will observe World Day of Remembrance with vigils, silent bike rides, stories, and speeches urging leaders to do better on road safety.
November 14, 2024
State Transit Transformation Task Force Defers Recommendations for Seamless Transit
The State Transit Transformation Task Force did not move forward with recommendations to coordinate fares and schedules after transit agency pushback. More clarity is needed to emphasize that funding is paramount.
November 12, 2024
Op-Ed: Biking & Rolling Plan Must Be for the Whole City
SFMTA has been conducting community engagement to guide development of a new Biking and Rolling Plan, the first update to the city’s comprehensive plan for active transportation since 2009
September 25, 2024
Sacramento City Council May Declare Emergency Over Traffic Safety
The city faces high and rising injury rates on its roads. The proposal to declare an emergency is appropriate, say advocates, but it needs to be much stronger.
September 18, 2024
Antioch Amtrak Station May Go Away
A "whistle-stop tour" and protest this Saturday will call attention to the decision (with a fun day out), and the SJJPA will hold a board meeting on September 20 to hear public comment. Maybe for the first time.
September 10, 2024
