Building the People Powered Movement
Action 2020 Workshop Galvanizes Houston to Increase Bike-Ped FundingPosted: 12/07/2011
But that’s changing fast — thanks to the efforts of a growing number of bike-ped advocates and supportive policymakers. Last week, an Action 2020 Workshop in my previous hometown of Houston captured and built on that progressive energy. Presented by Advocacy Advance, a partnership of the Alliance and the League of American Bicyclists, the workshop attracted nearly 60 stakeholders from 41 different organizations to discuss how to increase funding for biking and walking across the Houston region. Read a recap from Darren Flusche, policy analyst at the League of American Bicyclists, on the Advocacy Advance blog. Or check out the review from BikeHouston, one of the event hosts. With more Action 2020 Workshops planned in the New Year, click here to see if Advocacy Advance is coming to your region. |
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When I was 16 years old, my family moved from Bern, Switzerland to Houston, Texas. Talk about culture shock. While there’s a lot to celebrate about the Lone Star State, active transportation ain’t exactly on the short list. 
