Author: Jonathan Kincade
Summer Advocacy Roundup
This summer has been hot! Our advocacy team has been busy collaborating with partners on the ground to heat up the region with major victories and we are so excited to share these updates with you! Check out the updates on key campaigns and projects we have been organizing the last couple of months throughout […]
Blog Post: Last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on July 27, 2021.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Jeremiah Lowery
on July 27, 2021.
Remove Police from Traffic Enforcement
The best way to ensure walkers, bicyclists, and bus riders have safe commutes is to fund safe infrastructure to change driver behavior, and to educate drivers on safety rules and regulations. We can start to move the pace towards investing in safe infrastructure by moving away from the dated status quo of relying on armed […]
Action Alert: Last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on February 27, 2023.
Action Alert:
Last updated by Jeremiah Lowery
on February 27, 2023.
The Vision Zero Fund
Take action to demand a future where we fully fund and implement legislation that will move us towards vision zero!
Action Alert: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on July 6, 2021.
Action Alert:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on July 6, 2021.
Tell the DC Council to Fund Key Priorities in the Vision Zero Bill
In this year’s budget the Council can take the step to fund budget items in the Vision Zero Act that only require one-time funding.
Blog Post: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on June 22, 2021.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on June 22, 2021.
Petition – Rock Creek Park—Seven Days a Week!
For the past year, upper Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park has been an oasis for people biking, walking, and taking in all that the park has to offer. Let’s keep it open to people after the Pandemic! Sign the petition
Blog Post: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on October 18, 2022.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on October 18, 2022.
Restore Funding for the Capital Crescent Trail Tunnel
Last year, the Montgomery County Council voted unanimously to fund construction of a new trail tunnel to carry the Capital Crescent Trail under Wisconsin Avenue in Bethesda starting in late 2024. But this Spring, County Executive Elrich removed the tunnel from his budget, delaying funding to 2026 or later. Email your council member and urge them to restore funding for the trail tunnel.
Action Alert: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on March 25, 2021.
Action Alert:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on March 25, 2021.
Mantenimiento básico de tu bicicleta / / Basic Bike Maintenance
Aprende los conceptos básicos de cómo revisar tu bici. // Learn the basics about how to look over your bike.
Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Pedro Dana on March 23, 2021.
Blog Post, Event:
Last updated by Pedro Dana
on March 23, 2021.
Class
Riding in the Cold
Stay warm with layering!
Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on March 3, 2021.
Ask VA Legislators to pass The Bicycle Safety Act now!
With the VA General Assembly set to wrap up it’s work this session, there have been a number of bills that are making their way towards the finish line. WABA has been in collaboration with partners and networks on the ground to monitor and track the progress of these bills, and we want to highlight […]
Action Alert: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on January 29, 2021.
Action Alert:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on January 29, 2021.
Webinar: Bike Buying 101
Tips from Black Women Bike’s Robyn Short on how to buy a bike!
Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on January 25, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on January 25, 2021.
What’s Next for 20X20?
In 2020, thanks to your support and voice, so many of the protected bike lanes we’ve been fighting for over the last year are open for riding!
Blog Post: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on January 12, 2021.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on January 12, 2021.
Tell your legislators you support MC 4-21: Transferring automated Traffic Enforcement to the Department of Transportation
Please email your state Senator and Delegates telling them you support the passage of MC 4-21.
Action Alert: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on December 14, 2020.
Action Alert:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on December 14, 2020.
Virginia Advocacy Roundup
As we continue to virtually organize from our homes, the WABA advocacy team has made it a priority this year to remain engaged in the push to achieve Vision Zero and complete our bike and trail network in Northern Virginia.
Blog Post: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on December 4, 2020.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on December 4, 2020.
How to Do a Wheelie (Part 2)
Learn how to wheelie from Bike Ambassador Trey Robinson.
Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.
Blog Post, Resource:
Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on March 3, 2021.
How to Do a Wheelie (Part 1)
Learn how to wheelie from Bike Ambassador Trey Robinson.
Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.
Blog Post, Resource:
Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on March 3, 2021.
Show MCDOT Your Support for Shared Streets
Early in September, WABA, Action Committee for Transit, Coalition For Smarter Growth, Forest Estates Community Association, Montgomery County Pedestrian Bicycle Traffic Safety Advisory Committee, and Sierra Club in Montgomery County all sent a letter to Montgomery County Department of Transportation Director Chris Conklin. The letter urges MCDOT to designate more low-speed, low-traffic streets for walking […]
Blog Post: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on October 1, 2020.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on October 1, 2020.
Webinar: como arreglar una rueda pinchada
Este taller en línea explica cómo arreglar una rueda pinchada.
Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on October 6, 2020.
Resource:
Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on October 6, 2020.
Webinar: How to Ride in Traffic
Tips from our Adult Education Instructor, Sydney Sotelo.
Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on January 25, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on January 25, 2021.
Video: Conceptos Basicos de Ciclismo
Nuestros instructores hablarán sobre cómo andar en bici con seguridad, cómo revisar tu bici y mucho más.
Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on October 6, 2020.
Resource:
Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on October 6, 2020.
Webinar: ABC Quick Check
Learn some basic maintenance so your bike is ready to roll.
Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on March 3, 2021.
How to Buy a Bike
Congratulations, we’re incredibly excited that you want a bike!
Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on July 28, 2020.
Resource:
Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on July 28, 2020.
The 1st Full Council Vote For the Vision Zero Omnibus Bill
On Friday, July 10, the DC Council Committee on Transportation and the Environment mark-ed up the Vision Zero Omnibus Amendment Act of 2020. We deeply appreciate the hard work Council Member Mary Cheh and the Committee have put into crafting the bill since it’s introduction in 2019. On Tuesday, July 21st, the Committee of the […]
Action Alert: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on July 21, 2020.
Action Alert:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on July 21, 2020.
Preventing Bike Theft
Keep your bike safe while out and about
Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on July 9, 2020.
Resource:
Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on July 9, 2020.
Reporting Road and Infrastructure Maintenance Issues
Tips on using DC’s 311 system to report maintenance issues to get things fixed.
Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on July 12, 2023.
Resource:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on July 12, 2023.
How Do I Find Other People to Ride With?
Find a group and have a great time!
Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on May 21, 2024.
Resource:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on May 21, 2024.
Are Trails Safe?
How to stay safe while riding on trails.
Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on October 5, 2020.
Resource:
Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on October 5, 2020.
How To Get A Bike Rack
Get bike parking for your neighborhood, apartment, or business.
Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on April 1, 2020.
Resource:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on April 1, 2020.
Where Can I Park My Bike?
Resources for bike parking guidelines and laws.
Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on April 1, 2020.
Resource:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on April 1, 2020.
Meet Jonathan Kincade, Our New Communications Coordinator
Hi all! My name is Jonathan Kincade and I’m excited to be the new Communications Coordinator here at WABA. I’m fairly new to the DC area and love its diversity of transit options. I grew up riding a mountain bike around spread-out Georgia neighborhoods and didn’t hop on my first road bike until well into […]
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 10, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 10, 2023.