Livable Communities Coalition day at AZ Transit Assn Conference
The Livable Communities Coalition, of which CAzBike is a participant, is teaming up with the AZ Transit Association (AzTA) and ADOT for participation in their April Conference. We can attend one day for a reduced rate of $100. More info on the program for April 12 and how to register.
Velo-City2011 in Sevilla, España
See how the City of Sevilla, Spain is accomplishing an astounding increase in cycling.
ADOT 5-Year Program available online for review and comment
With limited funding and a need to identify the state’s top transportation priorities, the Arizona Department of Transportation is seeking public input on the Tentative Five-Year Transportation Facilities Construction Program, a work plan outlining highway, transit and aeronautic projects from 2012 to 2016.Transportation is funded by ALL OF US, so let our voice be heard!Visit […]
Sedona Fat Tire Festival: April 23, 24
Hosted by the Verde Valley Cyclist’s Coalition. There are many types of bicycling to be experienced here, one of the most beautiful places in the country. This grassroots event is focused on Mountain Biking. Many trails are found just off the city streets. The trail system here is world class, deserving care and thoughtful development, […]
ADOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Program is now Active Transportation
[update: as of 2021, azbikeped.org is now activetransportation.az.gov ] Be sure to check out the web pages of the ADOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Program, azbikeped.org . It contains an extensive array of information about bicycling (and walking, of course) in Arizona. Laws, tips, touring, maps, educational materials for young and old — it’s all there. […]
Best wishes
Dear Representative Giffords, Best wishes for a continuing and complete recovery. Respectfully,Your friends in the Arizona bicycling community
Operation Lifesaver – The Rail Industry Public Safety Program
We strive for safety while cycling, but there is another area of safety that is important to the general public in general and cyclists in particular. That is safety in and around trains. I have been including a portion of the Operation Lifesaver program into each of the Traffic Skills 101 classes for a few […]
Hit and Run alert: Silver Kia w/missing mirror
Be on the lookout for a Silver Kia, probably with a missing mirror. From the video the mirror that is missing appears to be the driver’s-side. The vehicle was involved in a collision with a cyclist in Central Phoenix near 29th Place and Oak Street. The collision occurred Friday (i think, the report is short on […]
Rails-to-Trails delivers over 51,000 signature petition to AAA
On December 13, 2010, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy hand-delivered more than 51,000 signatures in a petition to AAA to support—not oppose—the continuation of established trail, walking and bicycling programs… read more at railstotrails.org …
Important City of Phx meeting tomorrow (Thursday)
Please attend an important meeting this week to show your support for an important bicycle/pedestrian overpass which is on the chopping block. A plan to build a bridge over 19th Avenue, just south of Greenway Road is in jeopardy. The City of Phoenix Street Transportation Department is scheduled to present options for the proposed 19th […]
