News & Updates

50 States Ride postponed to September 30th

Our first priority is keeping you safe, and the combination of heavy rain and high winds will create decidedly unsafe conditions for riding. 

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on September 21, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on September 21, 2023.

 

Take the King Street-Bradlee Safety & Mobility Enhancements Survey

Alexandria is looking for input to improve safety and access on King Street between N. Quaker Lane and Menokin Drive.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 21, 2023.

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 10/20

Virtual

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 10/20, Virtual

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 21, 2023.

 

We’re hiring: Washington, DC Organizer

The Washington Area Bicyclist Association is seeking a committed and dedicated individual for to be our next DC Organizer!

Blog Post last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 20, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on September 20, 2023.

 

Anacostia Park Community Meeting

You’re invited to join the National Park Service to refine concepts for the future of Anacostia Park.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 19, 2023.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on September 19, 2023.

 

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Support Better Bike Connections at the Brookland Metro

A new development proposed for the Brookland Metro Station offers an opportunity for better bike connections. Read more from Ward 5 For All and take action!

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on September 18, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on September 18, 2023.

 

Take the Car Free Pledge (9/22)!

Take the Car Free Day pledge and you’ll automatically be entered into a raffle for all sorts of great prizes.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 15, 2023.

Action Alert, Event, External Link

Take the Pledge by September 22!

Virtual

Action Alert, Event, External Link

Take the Pledge by September 22!, Virtual

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 15, 2023.

 

Meetup

Montgomery County review of the Maryland Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP)

MDOT meets with all counties to share the Draft CTP. Join to hear about the impact on Montgomery County.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 15, 2023.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on September 15, 2023.

 

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Prince George’s County review of the Maryland Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP)

MDOT meets with all counties to share the Draft CTP. Join to hear about the impact on Prince George’s County.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 15, 2023.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on September 15, 2023.

 

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Central Avenue-Blue/Silver Line Sector Plan and Sectional Map Amendment (SMA) Virtual Public Kickoff Meeting

Help develop the sector plan’s priorities & learn about its benefits, current conditions, and next steps.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 15, 2023.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on September 15, 2023.

 

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Take the Mount Vernon Trail Visitor Use Survey

Another opportunity to shape the Mount Vernon Trail! Share your experiences via a new visitor use survey today.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 15, 2023.

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 10/15

Virtual

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 10/15, Virtual

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 15, 2023.

 

Let’s get the Crystal City-to-DCA bike/ped bridge right

A better bike/ped link between Crystal City and DCA is coming but we need to make sure Arlington gets the design right.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 15, 2023.

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 10/3

Virtual

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 10/3, Virtual

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 15, 2023.

 

Take the Arlington Boulevard Safety Improvements Survey

VDOT is (finally) taking steps towards a safer Arlington Boulevard. Weigh in today – we have some handy sample feedback.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 15, 2023.

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 9/28

Virtual

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 9/28, Virtual

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 15, 2023.

 

Take the West Seminary Road Survey

Seminary West Civic Association wants your feedback on how to make Seminary Road better and safer for all users.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 12, 2023.

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 9/27

Virtual

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 9/27, Virtual

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 12, 2023.

 

Join the discussion on the 495 Southside Express Lanes Study

Join VDOT’s discussion of the 495 Southside express lanes study virtually (9/12) or in-person (9/13, 9/19, 9/20).

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 11, 2023.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on September 11, 2023.

 

Learn what’s in store for Gallows Road in Fairfax

Fairfax kicks of the long-awaited multimodal study of Gallows Road on 9/19 (virtual) and 9/20 (in-person).

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 11, 2023.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on September 11, 2023.

 

Where do 2023 Gaithersburg Council Candidates Stand on Biking & Transportation?

Check out responses to our Fairfax County Board of Supervisor candidate questionnaire.

Blog Post, Resource last updated by Seth Grimes on September 12, 2023.

Blog Post, Resource last updated by Seth Grimes
on September 12, 2023.

 

Join the “I Bike, I Buy Stuff” Campaign

Business owners are an important stakeholder for street safety redesigns. Join our campaign to remind business owners on Connecticut Ave that their customers get there by bike.

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Garrett Hennigan on September 18, 2023.

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on September 18, 2023.

 

Poplar Point Community Survey

What do you imagine for the future of Poplar Point Park? Take this community survey!

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 7, 2023.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on September 7, 2023.

 

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Take the Georgetown Transportation Survey

DDOT and the Georgetown BID want your ideas on improving walking, biking and buses in Georgetown. Take the survey.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on September 6, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on September 6, 2023.

 

Petition: Support 24/7 Bus Lanes on Florida Ave

Florida Avenue is one of the most important streets in NE and NW DC and it should have 24/7 bus lanes.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on September 18, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on September 18, 2023.

 

I Bike, I Buy Stuff Campaign Kickoff

Join WABA and Ward 3 Bike Advocates in reminding Connecticut Ave businesses that bikes are great for business!

Action Alert, Event last updated by Garrett Hennigan on September 7, 2023.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on September 7, 2023.

 

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Take the East Abingdon Drive Bike Lanes Project Survey

We all know the spot – support Alexandria’s plan to fill in the Mount Vernon Trail gap at Abingdon Drive!

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on August 30, 2023.

Action Alert, Event, External Link

Survey closes 9/17

Virtual

Action Alert, Event, External Link

Survey closes 9/17, Virtual

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on August 30, 2023.

 

Montgomery County Bicycle Action Group (MCBAG) Meeting

Get updates from MCDOT & comment on draft bike projects at the Montgomery County Bicycle Action Group meeting.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos on August 29, 2023.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on August 29, 2023.

 

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River Road (MD 190) Virtual Public Safety Meeting

Join MD SHA for a virtual public meeting to discuss proposals to improve pedestrian and bicyclist safety on River Road.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 15, 2023.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on September 15, 2023.

 

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Say NO to road expansion at DCA and YES to more bikes!

DCA’s roadway improvement project is a misguided effort for America’s best connected airport. We can do better.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 7, 2023.

Action Alert, Event, External Link

Comment period closes 8/28

Virtual

Action Alert, Event, External Link

Comment period closes 8/28, Virtual

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 7, 2023.

 

From Good to Great: Improving the Mount Vernon Trail Design

NPS has released a pretty good draft plan for improving the MVT but width is still an issue – speak up today!

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on August 25, 2023.

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on August 25, 2023.

 

We Need the Arboretum Bridge & Trail!

Let the project team know why you support the Arboretum Bridge and Trail!

Action Alert last updated by Jonathan Kincade on August 23, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on August 23, 2023.

 

Fill the K St NE Bike Lane Gap

Speak up to support filling the K St NE bike lane gap between 6th and 8th St NE by August 31!

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on September 6, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on September 6, 2023.

 

2023 WABA Awards

WABA Awards are an important opportunity for WABA to recognize the people and places in our region that make bicycling great. 

Blog Post last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on September 5, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Jeremiah Lowery
on September 5, 2023.

 

Petition – Bikes Belong in Ward 8

Sign the Ward 8 Bike Alliance and WABA petition to urge Ward 8 and DC leaders to make Ward 8 a safer place for people who bike.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on August 23, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on August 23, 2023.