2012 Archive
Leslie Bohm, founding member of Bikes Belong, dies at 59
August 21, 2012
We’re sad to report that on Monday, August 20, Bikes Belong founding member Leslie Bohm passed away at his home in Boulder, Colorado. Leslie helped start Bikes Belong and was a devoted member of our Coalition and Foundation boards. Read more below…
Some states may lose out on Recreational Trails funding
August 19, 2012
Due to a change in the recently updated federal transportation bill, state Governors are now allowed to opt out of receiving funding for recreational trails like rail-trails and singletrack. If you live in one of the following states, there's a…
National advocacy unification update
August 15, 2012
Three national bike advocacy groups affirm shared goals and continuing collaboration; decide to remain separate ContactsAlliance for Biking & Walking: Jeff Miller, 202-449-9692League of American Bicyclists: Andy Clarke, 202-822-1333 Bikes Belong:…
The new federal transportation bill: What it means for bicycling
August 15, 2012
MAP-21, the new two-year federal transportation bill that takes effect on October 1, is likely to reduce the federal investment in bicycling and walking. To take full advantage of the new law, Bikes Belong and the bike industry will work closely…
Bikes Belong’s Green Lane Project releases first resource
August 13, 2012
Bikes Belong’s Green Lane Project has released its first resource, a guide that helps cities build support for innovative bike facilities by sharing key communications lessons learned by other U.S. cities. The 57-page guide, entitled “Explain…
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