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How Sacramento’s Massive Bike Valet Program Is Fueling (and Funding) Its Cycling Movement

A Sacramento bike advocacy org is using bike valet service to steady the books while getting butts out of cars.

July 28, 2023

Advocates Urge Metro to Fix Botched Regional Connector Bike/Walk Facilities

Advocacy groups urge Metro CEO Stephanie Wiggins and Metro Board Chair Mayor Karen Bass to "to move expediently to complete these required and promised pedestrian and bicycle improvements in the next three months"

July 27, 2023

Your City May Be Rethinking Parking Rules

TransForm has a guide to help you advocate for smarter parking policies that can lead to a greater housing supply

July 20, 2023

Commentary: The Bicycle Coalition Needs to Shift Gears on Valencia

The organization's credibility is on the line along with the lives and limbs of people walking and biking on Valencia

July 18, 2023

To Win Your Transit and Bike Goals, You Need to Talk To Strangers

Here's how — even for the introverts in the crowd.

July 17, 2023

Commentary: Link 21 to BART 2.0

Transport Oakland wants your help in planning a new and better rapid transit system for the Bay Area

July 12, 2023

How ‘Strategic Escalation’ Can Help Advocates Win Their Sustainable Transportation Goals

You might not need to host a massive die-in on a highway ramp or sue the DOT to win a better transportation future for your community. And even if you do, it's important to lay the groundwork first.

June 28, 2023

‘Citizens Academies’ for Transit Riders Teach Self-Advocacy

Courses offered by advocacy groups can help public transit riders, enthusiasts, and community stakeholders understand their local transportation systems and power structures.

June 21, 2023

Legislative Update: Mostly Positive Results for Active Transportation Bills at Midpoint

June 2 was the deadline for all bills to move from their house of origin or get nixed.

June 7, 2023

The 15 Best Arguments for Bike Boosters: Part Three

People for Bikes recently developed a a 15-point fact sheet to help counteract misconceptions that often arise when advocating for change, as well as to promote strategies we know work. Here's the third installment.

June 7, 2023