…bills during the 2024 legislative session, which opened on January 10 and runs until April 8, complementing our Complete State Roads work. We held a 2024 legislative preview on January…

…cautiously optimistic that the clear research and many personal testimonies would prove overwhelmingly compelling in the Senate. Unfortunately, this didn’t bear out and each of the WABA- and Virginia Bicycling…

…and keep the speed monitor installed in their car until they meet certain conditions;  Requires drivers to complete a drivers’ course education before having a suspended / revoked license reinstated,…

…Montgomery County’s Freedom to Leave Act Safer Streets for ALL Drivers: Banning Consent Searches WABA testified in support of the Freedom to Leave Act at a County Council public hearing…

For WABA Advocacy in Prince George’s County, community engagement is job #1. Below you’ll find updates and upcoming activities to support safe streets and a bicycle-friendly community.  Prince George’s County Bike…

…testify or submit testimony at the confirmation hearing for DDOT Acting Director Sharon Kershbaum. Live testimony will happen on Thursday, June 20th (the deadline to register is 5:30pm, Friday, June…

…meet-and-greet on April 15th. Over 120 community members had a chance to ask questions and hear from nearly all the declared candidates in these pivotal local races. A big shoutout,…

…primary race DC Council candidates from Wards 7 and 8—which addressed issues such as expanding our protected bike lane network in DC, funding to complete our trail network, open streets,…

…in Maryland, DC, and Virginia. Staff highlighted opportunities to testify and share comments with County and District Councilmembers and presented testimony themselves in Montgomery County and Prince George’s County in…

…big believer in complete streets, roads (re-)designed to be safe and usable for pedestrians, bicyclists, rollers, and transit users and not just motor vehicles. An ideal complete street will offer…

…to organize bike commuting from/to several county locations for Metro DC Car Free Day on September 23, 2024. Focus #4: Complete Streets, ‘Context Driven,’ and State Projects A WABA-led safety…

…the next decade – email feedback before July 17th. Check out and comment on initial designs for Gateway Park in Rosslyn, before July 19th. Attend the Tysons Community Alliance’s Wheel…

…community members interested in bike commuting, especially those who may be hesitant to ride alone. If you haven’t yet responded via our interest form, please do that now at https://forms.gle/CgbjDMZmUFRkyQ6dA….

…with and answer questions from advocates and community members.  WABA’s Jeremiah Lowery speaking at the Arlington candidate forum In Fairfax County, we worked with our partners in the Fairfax Healthy…

…ensure the future network meets YOUR needs. Below are the ways to get involved: Visit an Open House event. Fairfax County Dept. of Transportation (FCDOT) has scheduled twelve in-person Open…

…emails and/or reach out to bikefallschurch@gmail.com for more info. Other things to do 🚲 Tune in next Tuesday, August 27th for a free webinar on GIS for Bike Lane Safety,…

…in collaboration with community partners  Learning how to organize community safety walks from leading professionals, and help organize community safety walks to measure the safety of busy roads for all…

…Stafford Culture and Engagement Manager jonathan.stafford@waba.org 202.518.0524 ext 22 Rob Brown Trail Ranger Agyei Chevoyo Williams Trail Ranger Natty McAlpine Trail Ranger Conor Terry Trail Ranger Development & Communications Team…

…broad biking community to come together to celebrate the people and campaigns across our region that make bicycling great.  This event is a recognition of the amazing work of neighbors,…

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…Danielle Blocker, Young People for Progress; Helen Heinrich, Action Committee for Transit; and Shannon Shea, Rockville Bicycle Advisory Committee. We’ll have snacks and plenty of time for information sharing and…

…Diamond Route (60mi.) Canal Park (miles 8 and 24)- 7:30AM- 10:30AM CityCenterDC (mile 31)- 9:00AM- 12:30PM City Ridge (mile 42)- 10:00AM- 3:00PM Takoma (mile 49)- 10:30AM- 4:00 PM Roundabout Route…

Del Ray’s favorite annual Art Festival, this time with free bike and scooter parking!…

…ask any questions or inquire about vendor spaces. The event will take place in the Georgetown Park building and is open to the public. Bike racks will be available outside…

…Olson, and local advocates. Our aims are to boost walking and bicycling in the area and advance creation of safe streets for all. This event is free and open to…

…role below: Ride Marshal- Diamond Route (60mi.) All roles for this route have been filled. Ride Marshal- Roundabout Route (30mi.) All roles for this route have been filled. Ride Marshal-…

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