Call for FY ’07 Project Applications: Due Date is August 1, 2006! The National Park Service’s Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program (RTCA) announces a call for projects that would like to apply for planning assistance in FY2007 (October 2006 – September 2007). The guidelines for applying, which include the criteria for project selection can […]
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Rivers, Trails & Conservation Assistance Program Taking Applications
Texas Bicycle Coalition Live Auction Coming Soon
Texas Bicycle Coalition’s 15th anniversary celebration and first live auction is approaching. Read more to find out what one-of-a-kind items you can bid on and how to bid if you won’t be at this year’s Hotter’N Hell Hundred. Show your support of the Coalition’s efforts to advocate for ALL Texas cyclists by taking part in […]
TxDOT Holding Trans-Texas Corridor Public Hearings This Summer
Texas Bicycle Coalition encourages Texas cyclists to attend a Trans-Texas Corridor public hearing hosted by the Texas Department of Transportation. The hearings will provide citizens an opportunity to learn about and comment on Trans-Texas Corridor 35 that will traverse Texas from Oklahoma to Mexico.
Texas Advocacy Round-up
Updates on cycling advocacy efforts in Austin, Fort Worth and Houston.
BikeTexas to Celebrate 15 Years with Live Auction at Hotter’N Hell
This year, Texas Bicycle Coalition turns 15! To celebrate its 15th year of providing Texans with professional bicycle advocacy and safety education, the Coalition will hold a live auction with great bicycle collectibles at the Hotter’N Hell Hundred in Wichita Falls. The live auction will occur on Friday, August 25, during the spaghetti dinner.
Cycling Community Fights North Texas Bike Ban
ACTION UPDATE: We need all DFW-area cyclists to attend the Anna City Council public hearing on the bike ban on Tuesday, June 13 at 7:00 pm. Please RSVP to BikeDFW’s Event RSVP page as soon as possible. Please note that the meeting location has changed. It will now be held at Anna High School at […]
Do You Have Unused Frequent Flier Miles?
Please consider donating your frequent flier miles to support Coalition staff development. The Texas Bicycle Coalition needs frequent flier miles to send staff members to national trainings and conferences such as the World Mountain Bike Summit in Whistler, British Columbia; the Thunderhead Alliance Retreat and the Pro Walk/Pro Bike Conference in Madison, Wisconsin; the National […]
Local Political Bike Ride Develops Government Relationships
Friday, April 29, cyclists in Austin joined Mayor Will Wynn and several city council candidates for a bike ride through downtown. The tenth annual Political Pedal was organized by members of Austin’s cycling community and sponsored by the Austin Cycling Association and other community partners. Texas Bicycle Coalition provided posters, logistical support and resources for […]
Houston Cycling Community Wants Bike Racks on Busses
BikeHouston, Citizen’s Transportation Coalition, Texas Bicycle Coalition and other partner organizations are working with local government officials to urge the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (Harris County Metro) to put bike racks on Houston city busses. Organizers feel they’re making good progress on this critical issue, but they need more help from local cyclists.
Fort Worth Cyclists Asking City Council to Step up Commitment
In 2003, the Fort Worth City Council made a commitment to improve conditions for cyclists in the city as part of an effort to improve air quality. Since that commitment was made on paper, little has been accomplished. Now, the Fort Worth cycling community needs help from local cyclists to convince the council to fulfill […]
May Is National Bike Month
May is Bike Month, and around the U.S. and Texas, cyclists are gearing up to celebrate the sport and encourage others to give cycling a try. The following websites list events in Texas and nationwide coordinated to recognize the thrill of cycling during Bike Month.
IMBA Summit/World Mountain Bike Conference Occurs in June
The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) invites you to a global gathering of mountain bike leaders, land managers, bicycle industry and ski resort planners in Whistler, British Columbia, June 20-23. Whistler is a model city for every kind of riding, from beginner trails to epic cross-country riding and, of course, the world famous Whistler Mountain […]
Texans Attend National Bike Summit
Texas had a strong presence at the sixth annual National Bike Summit hosted by the League of American Bicyclists in Washington, D.C., March 3-5, 2006. The Summit attracted more than 350 leaders in bicycle advocacy, industry members and experts in education from across the country. Delegates participated in trainings, networking and lobbying. After years of […]
Coalition Fights Bad License Plate Bill (HB 2894)
Texas Bicycle Coalition became aware of recently enacted legislation that could jeopardize the revenue from the Share the Road license plate. This critical revenue helps support Texas Bicycle Coalition Education Fund programs.
Coalition Attends Balcones Wilderness Preserve Open Forum
Texas Bicycle Coalition, represented by Evaluation Director Lisa Groesz, advocated for increased access for mountain bike use in the Balcones Wilderness Preserve at a recent public meeting. The Balcones Wilderness Preserve Citizens Advisory Committee held its second and final public forum the evening of February 15, 2006. The forum allowed interested members of the community […]
TxDOT Enhancements Deadline Fast Approaching
The deadline for submitting applications for Transportation Enhancements funding is April 28, 2006. This is the largest pool of government funding available for building and improving bicycle facilities. Texas’ share of this federal program is larger than ever, but competition is strong. In the past, upwards of 70 percent of enhancements dollars have been used […]
San Antonio TxDOT District Conducting Pavement Bikeability Test
The San Antonio District of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking feedback from cyclists on pavement options. Texas Bicycle Coalition encourages cyclists to take advantage of this opportunity to influence the road surfaces cyclists will ride on in the future.
Coalition Successfully Rallies Cyclists to Support Bikeway Funding
Texas Bicycle Coalition recently teamed up with the Austin Cycling Association (ACA), Austin Ridge Riders, Austin Metro Trails & Greenways (AMTG) and the Green Girls to present a unified front of thousands of Austinites who support expanding and improving Austin’s bicycle infrastructure.
Call for Cyclists to Attend National Bike Summit
2006 National Bike Summit, March 1-3, 2006 Texas Bicycle Coalition encourages local cycling clubs to sponsor a member to attend the National Bike Summit this March in Washington, D.C. This is a great way for cyclists to learn about and be directly involved in the bicycle advocacy process.
Reminder: TxDOT Transportation Enhancements Deadline Is April 28
Do you want more bicycle and pedestrian facilities in your town? This is your opportunity to speak out and encourage your city or county to submit bicycle projects for funding. Texas cyclists will need to be pro-active to get funding in their communities. Please contact your city and county governments and encourage them to submit […]