On May 1, 2024, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) held what we hope is the last work group meeting about the California E-Bike Incentive Project before a launch date is announced and the first application window opens. The meeting was dominated by bike manufacturers and retailers and largely centered around the new program requirement […]
https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/e-bike-father-with-kids-scaled.jpeg17072560Laura McCamyhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngLaura McCamy2024-05-07 11:56:292024-05-07 17:26:06Final E-Bike Incentive Work Group Reveals New Details About the Program
The California Bicycle Summit held in San Diego, April 18-19, 2024, was filled with information sharing, coalition building, networking, and new ideas. A group forming to advocate for bicycle education in K-12 classrooms gathered steam. Large groups visited San Diego’s biking and walking infrastructure. And plenaries and breakout sessions delivered thought-provoking discussions. We asked CalBike […]
https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/evanbdudley_CALBIKE-24-109-scaled.jpg17082560CalBike Staffhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngCalBike Staff2024-05-06 15:48:492024-05-07 17:19:48California Bicycle Summit in San Diego Delivers Inspiration, Excitement
Time is running out for all of us to deal with climate change. If we keep driving at the rate we always have, we will drive ourselves into climate armageddon. That’s why it’s critical to pass Assemblymember Laura Friedman’s Quicker and Better Bikeways Bill (AB 2290). The bill will create a quick-build pilot at Caltrans, […]
MEDIA ADVISORY for April 23, 2024 Contact: Jared Sanchez, CalBike, (714) 262-0921, Jared@CalBike.org SAFER Streets Bills to Be Heard at Senate Transportation Committee on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 SACRAMENTO – The Senate Transportation Committee will convene on April 23, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. to discuss the SAFER California Streets package of bills. The hearing will take place […]
CalBike is pleased to welcome its newest board member, Isaac Gonzalez. A long-time advocate for safer streets in Sacramento, Gonzalez is a communications professional whose company, Diysl, provides campaign management services for political campaigns, nonprofits, and private businesses. He’s a past board member of Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates and current Active Transportation Commissioner with the […]
As I prepared for my first California Bicycle Summit since becoming CalBike’s executive director, I had the wonderful experience of going to the National Bike Summit in Washington, D.C. I got to experience the city’s bicycle infrastructure on a tour, heard inspiring speakers, and helped present an award to retiring Oregon Representative Earl Blumenauer. Learning […]
https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Kendra-Ramsey-National-Bike-Summit-scaled-e1713293022110.jpg11692560Kendra Ramseyhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngKendra Ramsey2024-04-15 19:33:352024-04-16 11:43:59CalBike at the National Bike Summit
Attendees at the California Bicycle Summit, April 18-19, 2024, in San Diego, fall into many categories and job descriptions. One notable type of participant is mayors. Three current or former California mayors will speak on panels, and more will be attending the conference. Mayors play a crucial role in the fight for safe streets. Residents […]
https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/thumb-3.jpg367550Kendra Ramseyhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngKendra Ramsey2024-04-11 22:58:382024-04-11 22:58:39Mayors Make Crucial Connections for Bike Riders at California Bicycle Summit
On April 8, 2024, the Assembly Transportation Committee will hold the first hearing on Assemblymember Laura Friedman’s Quicker and Better Bikeways Bill, AB 2290. CalBike is a sponsor of this critical legislation, which will make our streets safer for people who bike, walk, and roll. The bill includes three critical changes to how we design […]
https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Two-people-biking-in-Ocean-Ave-bikeway-2000x600-1.jpg6012000Jared Sanchezhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngJared Sanchez2024-04-04 15:31:462024-04-09 16:42:04California Must Seize the Opportunity to Quickly Build Better Bikeways
CalBike and our allies in and out of the legislature have passed landmark state legislation to make our streets safer. However, the ultimate effects of state policies can depend on local awareness and implementation. At the California Bicycle Summit, to be held April 18-19, 2024, in San Diego, several sessions will examine the impacts of […]
https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Chris-Hwang-Summit-22-scaled.jpg17082560Kendra Ramseyhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngKendra Ramsey2024-04-02 18:10:152024-04-02 18:10:16California Bicycle Summit: Local Impacts of State Legislation
On March 14, 2024, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) held a public work group to discuss the current status of the E-Bike Incentive Project and get feedback on two possible implementation schedules. Status and launch window for statewide e-bike incentives CARB reported that the soft launch is underway at the moment and going well. […]
Final E-Bike Incentive Work Group Reveals New Details About the Program
/by Laura McCamyOn May 1, 2024, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) held what we hope is the last work group meeting about the California E-Bike Incentive Project before a launch date is announced and the first application window opens. The meeting was dominated by bike manufacturers and retailers and largely centered around the new program requirement […]
California Bicycle Summit in San Diego Delivers Inspiration, Excitement
/by CalBike StaffThe California Bicycle Summit held in San Diego, April 18-19, 2024, was filled with information sharing, coalition building, networking, and new ideas. A group forming to advocate for bicycle education in K-12 classrooms gathered steam. Large groups visited San Diego’s biking and walking infrastructure. And plenaries and breakout sessions delivered thought-provoking discussions. We asked CalBike […]
California Can’t Afford Not to Build Better Bikeways, Quickly
/by Jared SanchezTime is running out for all of us to deal with climate change. If we keep driving at the rate we always have, we will drive ourselves into climate armageddon. That’s why it’s critical to pass Assemblymember Laura Friedman’s Quicker and Better Bikeways Bill (AB 2290). The bill will create a quick-build pilot at Caltrans, […]
Senate to Hear SAFER Streets Package
/by Brian SmithMEDIA ADVISORY for April 23, 2024 Contact: Jared Sanchez, CalBike, (714) 262-0921, Jared@CalBike.org SAFER Streets Bills to Be Heard at Senate Transportation Committee on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 SACRAMENTO – The Senate Transportation Committee will convene on April 23, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. to discuss the SAFER California Streets package of bills. The hearing will take place […]
CalBike Welcomes New Board Member, Isaac Gonzalez
/by Laura McCamyCalBike is pleased to welcome its newest board member, Isaac Gonzalez. A long-time advocate for safer streets in Sacramento, Gonzalez is a communications professional whose company, Diysl, provides campaign management services for political campaigns, nonprofits, and private businesses. He’s a past board member of Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates and current Active Transportation Commissioner with the […]
CalBike at the National Bike Summit
/by Kendra RamseyAs I prepared for my first California Bicycle Summit since becoming CalBike’s executive director, I had the wonderful experience of going to the National Bike Summit in Washington, D.C. I got to experience the city’s bicycle infrastructure on a tour, heard inspiring speakers, and helped present an award to retiring Oregon Representative Earl Blumenauer. Learning […]
Mayors Make Crucial Connections for Bike Riders at California Bicycle Summit
/by Kendra RamseyAttendees at the California Bicycle Summit, April 18-19, 2024, in San Diego, fall into many categories and job descriptions. One notable type of participant is mayors. Three current or former California mayors will speak on panels, and more will be attending the conference. Mayors play a crucial role in the fight for safe streets. Residents […]
California Must Seize the Opportunity to Quickly Build Better Bikeways
/by Jared SanchezOn April 8, 2024, the Assembly Transportation Committee will hold the first hearing on Assemblymember Laura Friedman’s Quicker and Better Bikeways Bill, AB 2290. CalBike is a sponsor of this critical legislation, which will make our streets safer for people who bike, walk, and roll. The bill includes three critical changes to how we design […]
California Bicycle Summit: Local Impacts of State Legislation
/by Kendra RamseyCalBike and our allies in and out of the legislature have passed landmark state legislation to make our streets safer. However, the ultimate effects of state policies can depend on local awareness and implementation. At the California Bicycle Summit, to be held April 18-19, 2024, in San Diego, several sessions will examine the impacts of […]
E-Bike Incentive Project Work Group: Project Implementation
/by Laura McCamyOn March 14, 2024, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) held a public work group to discuss the current status of the E-Bike Incentive Project and get feedback on two possible implementation schedules. Status and launch window for statewide e-bike incentives CARB reported that the soft launch is underway at the moment and going well. […]