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June 21, 2013by Liz
Big wheels are turning for transportation funding in Pennsylvania. With the passage of Senate Bill No. 1 earlier this month, the Quaker State is just a House vote away from passing a new $2.5 billion state transportation bill. If successful, the bill would provide much needed dedicated funding for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects. -
June 20, 2013by Carolyn SzczepanskiOur latest report -- “The New Majority: Pedaling Toward Equity” -- highlighted the growth in bicycling among youth, women and people of color and, as we hoped, has sparked some great discussions, including a thought-provoking analysis from Jamaal Green.
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June 19, 2013by Liz
Since 2008, hundreds of people have united to pedal 300 miles through the California forest and the hills of New York all in the name of climate protection — and better biking! If you're in Washington, D.C., come learn more about the Climate Ride this Monday, June 24th, at 6 p.m. The five-day bike ride from New York City to Washington, D.C., coming up September 21-25, is an amazing journey and "... -
June 19, 2013by Carolyn Szczepanski
There's already tremendous momentum behind our newest program — Women Bike — and this past weekend we brought together key stakeholders and diverse perspectives for a focused two-day strategic planning session to build on our success and create a powerful path forward. -
June 18, 2013by Carolyn Szczepanski
The League's new website brings our programs to life with vibrant images, better information and easier navigation. We've made our content and programming more user friendly and added a number of new, dynamic and interactive components. Check it out!
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June 17, 2013by Liz
During Bike Month this year, we heard from people and organizations who are using bicycles as tools for personal empowerment, social justice and community development. Taking this "Where the Ride Takes Us" web series a step further, we're following up with a group of bicyclists in West Virginia who are riding to Washington, D.C., to help raise money for homeless veterans. -
June 7, 2013by Liz
So your workplace joined the National Bike Challenge, and now that folks are geared up and riding you’re wondering what comes next — or maybe just what’s in it for you! -
June 6, 2013by Carolyn Szczepanski
Last week, in partnership with the Sierra Club, the League released “The New Majority: Pedaling Toward Equity.” A conversation-starter, rather than a comprehensive analysis, the mini-report highlighted the tremendous growth in bicycling among youth, women and people of color — and showcased the stories of just a small handful of grassroots organizations that are mobilizing diverse communities... -
June 4, 2013by Carolyn Szczepanski
With the high-profile, public launch of Citi Bike in New York City this week, we figured it’s an opportune time to showcase one of the earliest and most notable leaders in implementing and spreading bike sharing systems in the U.S.: Alison Cohen. Now Director of Bike Share Services for Toole Design Group, Cohen was pivotal in the development of NYC’s Citi Bike, Boston’s Hubway and DC’s Capital... -
June 3, 2013by LizThe League is excited to announce the arrival of a new member of our staff: Lili Afkhami. Lili is our new Development Officer, and she brings years of development experience and a passion for bicycling to the League. Here’s a quick Q&A on Lili’s background…
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