News & Updates

Provide Feedback for the Alexandria West Plan

Provide feedback on the Alexandria West Plan’s Transportation objectives, now through June 7th.

Action Alert last updated by Kevin O'Brien on May 31, 2023.

Action Alert

Survey closes 6/7

Virtual

Action Alert

Survey closes 6/7, Virtual

Action Alert last updated by Kevin O'Brien on May 31, 2023.

 

Take Virginia’s State Trails Office Survey

Virginia’s new State Trails Office is kicking off statewide outreach with a short survey on trail use and priorities.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on May 23, 2023.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on May 23, 2023.

 

Comment On Trail Improvements and Open Space Plan For Power Plant Redevelopment

Help shape the new open spaces coming to the Alexandria power plant site adjacent to the Mount Vernon Trail.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on May 23, 2023.

Action Alert, Event

Survey closes 5/31

Virtual

Action Alert, Event

Survey closes 5/31, Virtual

Action Alert, Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on May 23, 2023.

 

 WABA’s Take on the K St Transitway

With so many hot takes flying around, we wanted to take a moment to untangle the project and share why WABA supports delaying the reconstruction of K Street NW and a return to the design table.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on May 16, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on May 16, 2023.

 

Anacostia River Restoration Plan Public Meeting

Share feedback on the future of the Anacostia River as DOEE prepares a restoration master plan framework.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos on May 16, 2023.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on May 16, 2023.

 

Meetup

Share Comments on Arlington Neighborhood Complete Streets Projects

Comment on proposed plans to improve safety and comfort of neighborhood streets in Arlington.

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos on May 16, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on May 16, 2023.

 

Meetup

New York Ave NE Recommendations Survey

Share feedback on the New York Ave NE Vision Framework by May 24th.

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos on May 16, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on May 16, 2023.

 

Meetup

Anacostia River Corridor Restoration Plan Survey

Help DOEE develop a plan to restore the Anacostia River Corridor by addresssing habitat, access, recreation, & more.

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos on May 16, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on May 16, 2023.

 

Meetup

Take Action to make the Road Diet on Little Falls Parkway permanent

Email the Council and tell them that they need to take a separate action to make an affirmative statement that the road diet at this trail crossing will be permanent.

Action Alert last updated by Jonathan Kincade on May 10, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on May 10, 2023.

 

Meet Sarah Haedrich, WABA’s new Vision Zero Coordinator

As the Vision Zero Coordinator, you will find me tabling for Vision Zero around Wards 1, 2, and 6, hosting educational bike rides for youth, and organizing a block party to connect with senior residents over street safety

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on May 10, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on May 10, 2023.

 

Georgetown Transportation Access & Circulation Workshop

Help set the vision for a more bikeable, walkable and transit-accessible Georgetown at this kickoff workshop.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Garrett Hennigan on May 8, 2023.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on May 8, 2023.

 

Meetup

I-95/I-495 at Medical Center Dr. Interchange Project Virtual Public Meeting

Hear updates from SHA on planned improvements to I-95/I-495 at Medical Center Drive.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos on May 5, 2023.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on May 5, 2023.

 

Meetup

Virginia Update: Early voting, e-bike showcase, ribbon cuttings, and more

Go vote, Virginia!

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on May 5, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on May 5, 2023.

 

Bike Month Bingo is back

Looking for a fun new challenge on two wheels?

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on May 4, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on May 4, 2023.

 

Don’t let the Montgomery County Council take away the Little Falls Linear Park!

Tell the County Council how imperative it is to support the retention of a permanent road diet on Little Falls Parkway around the crossing of the Capital Crescent Trail and to fully fund the Parks Department budget needs.

Action Alert last updated by Colin Browne on May 5, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Colin Browne
on May 5, 2023.

 

How Did Bike Bills Fare in the 2023 Maryland Legislative Session?

The Maryland General Assembly passed several pro-bike and pro-pedestrian bills during the legislative session that wrapped up on April 10, 2023. We appreciate the legislators (and the advocates) who made this happen!

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on May 1, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on May 1, 2023.

 

Don’t let DDOT derail the Connecticut Ave Protected Bike Lane

Remind the Mayor and her team that keeping people safe is always more important than parking, that bike lanes are GREAT for business, and that every delay means more crashes, more preventable injuries. Build it now and built it right!

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on May 2, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on May 2, 2023.

 

2023 Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Candidate Questionnaire Results

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

Blog Post, Resource last updated by Kevin O'Brien on May 22, 2023.

Blog Post, Resource last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on May 22, 2023.

 

WABA Supports the STEP Act in Montgomery County

Data from the county and across the country is clear: police traffic stops perpetuate systemic racial injustice. People of color are more likely to be targeted by police for stops, more likely to be adversely affected by ensuing fines, and more likely to be victims of police violence at traffic stops. This is not an acceptable status quo.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on April 28, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on April 28, 2023.

 

April Virginia Advocacy Updates

We’ve got you covered with a full calendar of events to celebrate Bike Month. 

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on April 28, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on April 28, 2023.

 

We made major progress in the FY24 D.C. Budget

You did it — you testified, lobbied, signed petitions, and you rallied asking the D.C. Council to reverse the Mayor’s transportation cutbacks, and because of your efforts we made major progress this FY24 budget season. 

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on April 27, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on April 27, 2023.

 

Speak up for the Sarah Debbink Langenkamp Active Transportation Safety Act

Help state and local governments build safe biking and walking networks.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on April 25, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on April 25, 2023.

 

Bicycling Advocates Meetup – Montgomery County

Come chat, meet other community members, and share recommendations for making our region safer and easier to get around

Action Alert, Event last updated by Colin Browne on April 25, 2023.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Colin Browne
on April 25, 2023.

 

Meetup

Urge Action on Traffic Violence in DC

Sign this public letter to the DC Council and Mayor Bowser urging new policies and action to cut traffic fatalities.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on May 10, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on May 10, 2023.

 

Bicycling Advocates Meetup – Prince George’s County

Come chat, meet other community members, and share recommendations for making our region safer and easier to get around

Action Alert, Event last updated by Colin Browne on April 25, 2023.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Colin Browne
on April 25, 2023.

 

Meetup

Transportation Planning Board’s Long Range Plan Update: Visualize 2050

Provide feedback on the Visualize 2045 Project List to inform long-range transportation planning efforts.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos on April 20, 2023.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on April 20, 2023.

 

Meetup

Transportation Planning Board’s Coordinated Human Service Transportation Plan Update

Comment on the regional transportation needs of older adults, individuals with disabilities, & those with low incomes.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos on April 20, 2023.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on April 20, 2023.

 

Meetup

FIX YOUR BUDGET FAILURES RALLY

With the Council set to mark up D.C.’s FY24 budget now more than ever we need to tell them to don’t sacrifice lives on our roadways and invest in a sustainable transportation future for all. 

Wed, April 26th, we will be holding a press conference and rally on K street at 5pm.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Colin Browne on April 25, 2023.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Colin Browne
on April 25, 2023.

 

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Advocacy Roundup Spring 2023

During these past few months, our advocacy team was busy collaborating with partners and volunteers on the ground—racking up some major victories to make our transportation system more sustainable for all road users. Check out our winter roundup, which includes info on campaign updates, the building of new coalitions, upcoming events and actions, and more!

Blog Post last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on April 19, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Jeremiah Lowery
on April 19, 2023.

 

Capitol Hill Kidical Mass – C St NE ribbon cutting and ride!

Join Hill Family Biking for its first family bike ride and celebrate the new C St. NE Protected Bike Lanes!

Action Alert, Event last updated by Garrett Hennigan on April 14, 2023.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on April 14, 2023.

 

Ride