http://PeoplePoweredMovement.org The main pages of the Alliance, including media information, information about our history, and general news flash updates. en nadege.dub@gmail.com Copyright 2010 2010-03-09T04:18:09+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/members_home_page/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/members_home_page/#When:05:27:43Z The Alliance for Biking & Walking has over 140 member organizations throughout the U.S. and Canada. We provide the following services to our members: Resources Training and Retreats Mutual Aid Conference Calls Coaching and Consulting Benchmarking Job Board Publications Grants Action Center Discounts Resources Our Online Resource Library provides over 750 resources to Alliance members. Resources include template bylaws, workplans, budgets, and fundraising letters. You'll also find sample PSAs, annual reports, membership brochures, and a wealth of research on biking and walking issues. Search by keyword or category to find what you need. Back to top Trainings and Retreats We host 2-6 trainings a year and a biannual Leadership Retreat in different North American cities. Our trainings are geared specifically for leaders of biking and walking advocacy organizations and are great opportunities for networking and resource sharing. Back to top Mutual Aid Conference Calls Our Mutual Aid series brings at least 12 free educational conference calls a year to advocacy leaders. Call topics include capacity building for bike/ped advocacy organizations and topics of specific interest to biking and walking groups. Calls are facilitated by an Alliance staff member, last one hour, and typically draw 6-20 Alliance leaders. Back to top Coaching and Consulting Alliance members have access to on-call coaching and consulting services from qualified Alliance staff. Need help with a campaign? Want advice on growing your organization's membership? Need help navigating a tricky board situation? Contact our staff for assistance. Special consulting services such as strategic planning and meeting facilitation are also available to members at special rates. Back to top Benchmarking The Alliance Benchmarking Project collects, analyzes, and reports on bicycling and walking data for the 50 U.S. states and at least the 50 most-populous U.S. cities. The project provides vital data for advocates, planners, and researchers to evaluate progress and measure results of efforts to increase biking and walking. Back to top Job Board Alliance members can post their job opportunities for free on the Alliance Job Board. We highlight our job board in our monthly e-newsletter, Streetside. Back to top Publications Alliance publications are geared towards helping grassroots bicycle and pedestrian advocacy organizations thrive. Alliance members receive discounts on all Alliance publications. Back to top Grants Advocacy Advance Grants are available to Alliance member organizations through a competitive application process twice a year. Grants fund start-up organizations, capacity building, and innovative programs to increase biking and walking. Back to top Action Center Alliance members are kept plugged into national issues affecting bicycling and walking through our Action Center. From federal legislation like the Transportation Bill and Economic Stimulus Bill to Safe Routes to School, the Alliance plugs grassroots advocates into the national issues that matter most to them. Back to top Discounts Alliance members receive discounts on the following Alliance publications Alliance trainings and retreats The National Bike Summit Pro Bike/Pro Walk National Safe Routes to School Conference ($50 discount) Giftworks Database Software (15% rebate) And Opportunity to enroll in Momentum Magazine's Advocacy Partnership Program Contact an Alliance staff member for more details on these discounts. Back to top Members 2009-04-01T05:27:43+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/welcome_members/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/welcome_members/#When:15:34:00Z Bike & Ped Advocacy Resource Library Looking for the recordings of Mutual Aid Calls or the materials from the recent training you attended? Find the latest resources for bicycle and pedestrian advocates. Over 500 resources in this library include sample documents and publications from Alliance member organizations, research and data on bicycling and walking issues, educational resources, public service announcements, models for organizing successful events, and more. Publications Alliance’s publications assist our members with their work including the newly released Fundraising Ride Guide and Benchmarking Report. Reduced prices are available for members. Starting An Organization To help our organizations Just forming, we share some related resources that will help you on this new journey: Bylaws & Artticles of Incorporation Mission, Vision, Values, Goals Non-Profit Resources Help Alliance is working to develop a more comprehensive help system for our members and supporters. You will currently find details for using our Alliance listserve as well as general help information. And be sure to check out our upcoming events, recent member news, and latest job postings below: Members 2008-05-19T15:34:00+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/welcome/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/welcome/#When:18:16:53Z The Alliance for Biking and Walking, formerly known as Thunderhead Alliance, is the coalition of grassroots advocacy organizations working together to promote bicycling and walking in North American communities. Alliance organizations come together to help each other grow their organizations and become more effective by sharing best practices and innovations. Home 2007-09-18T18:16:53+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/congratulations_to_the_winners_of_the_alliances_2010_advocacy_awards1/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/congratulations_to_the_winners_of_the_alliances_2010_advocacy_awards1/#When:04:18:09Z Alliance for Biking and Walking has announced the 2010 winners of our Advocacy Awards. Toronto Cyclists Union-Newcomer Cycling Project Toronto Cyclists Union has been honored with the 2010 Innovation of the Year Award for their Newcomer Cycling Project in Toronto, Ontario. This award goes to the organization that has implemented the most creative and innovative campaign promoting bicycling and walking in their community.  The Newcomer Cycling Project promotes bicycling in an inclusive and friendly manner by speaking to recent immigrants in their own language. In partnership with CultureLink, Toronto Cyclists Union has produced promotional posters in the 15 most commonly spoken languages, produced a bi-lingual bicycling handbook, and is providing mentorship to groups in various cities in hopes of delivering similar programs. Learn more about the Newcomer Cycling Project. Active Transportation Alliance Chicago-based Active Transportation Alliance has been honored with the 2010 Best Practices Award for their outstanding efforts and results in regards to program growth, policy, and advocacy. This Best Practice Award is given to an organization that exemplifies successful day-to-day operations and therefore serves as a model for other bicycling and walking organizations. As the largest biking and walking advocacy organization in the nation, Active Trans sets the bar high for other agencies to model. Active Trans holds transparency and good business practices at a premium demonstrating that through operating professionally and responsibly, you can more effectively build a movement around biking, walking and transit. Active Trans has been instrumental in establishing peer-to-peer relationships within the Alliance and providing mentoring to smaller organizations. Their leadership and sharing of best practices is helping other organizations grow and succeed and is building a more effective movement nationally Learn more about Active Transportation Alliance. Paul LeFrancois Paul LeFrancois, President and a founding board member of the Palmetto Cycling Coalition, has been honored with the 2010 Advocate of the Year Award. This award goes to an individual who has shown tireless commitment to promoting bicycling and walking in his community and serves as a role model for other advocates in the region and in North America. Paul has gone above and beyond the call of duty to transform South Carolina into a better place for biking and walking. Among his many accomplishments, Paul created and secured passage of a SC Share the Road license plate (one of the first in the U.S.), has coordinated bicycling legislative events in cities throughout South Carolina, and has assisted communities throughout the state in securing bicycle-friendly designation from the League of American Bicyclists. With his leadership the PCC had its most significant success passing major reforms to South Carolina’s bicycle traffic safety laws in 2008. Paul’s knowledge, creativity, and commitment are the highest standard of excellence making him a role model in the Palmetto State and for biking and walking advocates.  SRAM SRAM has been honored with the 2010 Business Advocate of the Year Award for its dedication to promoting bicycling advocacy in the U.S. (as well as Europe and Taiwan). This award goes to a business or corporation that has constantly championed bicycling and walking advocacy by committing time, money, and energy. The new SRAM Cycling Fund has dedicated $10 million over five years to bicycle advocacy. In addition to making it fully possible for the Alliance for Biking & Walking to launch the new Advocacy Advance Grants program in 2009 SRAM’s commitment has boosted efforts of the League of American Bicyclists, IMBA, the Safe Routes to School National Partnership, and several other organizations. Learn more about the SRAM Cycling Fund. Kate McCarthy Kate McCarthy, of the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition (SFBC), has been honored with the 2010 Susie Stephens Joyful Enthusiasm Award for her innovation and tireless enthusiasm to harness the powerful of individuals to better bicycling. This award goes to an individual who carries on Susie’s passion for advocating for bicycling as a fun and economical way of transport as well as creating a safe biking and walking environment for all. Kate directs the membership and volunteer program at SFBC which provides 60 percent of the organization’s budget and reduces administrative costs through valuable volunteer labor. SFBC volunteers contributed 16,000 hours in 2009, roughly equivalent to eight full time staff. Kate generously shares what she knows with peers across North America, In 2009 she volunteered as co-trainer of the Alliance’s Membership Development Training where she also conducted one-on-one coaching sessions with peer advocacy leaders.  With so much love at the foundation of her work, Kate is an inspiration to all. Walk Oakland, Bike Oakland- Bikes on Broadway Campaign Walk Oakland, Bike Oakland (WOBO) has been honored with the 2010 Winning Campaign Award for its Bike Broadway campaign. This award goes to an organization for a successful campaign, in the last year, which has had the biggest impact for bicycling and walking in their community. With no safe, convenient, quick way for bicyclists to get downtown to or from North Oakland, WOBO launched a campaign to get bike lanes on Broadway, Franklin and Webster Streets. The campaign goal was to create a contiguous north-south bike route from Downtown to Northern Oakland. WOBO’s efforts led to over 80 small business owners along the Broadway/ Franklin/ Webster corridor endorsing the campaign with letters of support, nearly 200 Oakland residents signing a petition of support for the campaign, and the collection of bike trip data on Broadway. WOBO is celebrating a victory with the planned installation of Bike lanes on Franklin and Webster streets this summer. The Bike Broadway campaign is shifting the way that biking and walking are considered in Oakland. Learn more about the Bikes on Broadway Campaign. Learn more about the Bikes on Broadway Campaign. Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia (BCGP) has been honored with the 2010 Advocacy Organization of the Year for its outstanding contributions in creating a more bicycle-friendly Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This award is given to an organization who, in the past year, has made significant progress in regards to the strength and stability of their organization, and efforts towards biking and walking issues in their community, state, or province. A small struggling organization just a few years ago, BCGP has successfully orchestrated a major positive shift of both attitude and policy favorable to bicyclists, culminating with the recent decision to permanently provide bicyclist-only travel lanes on two very busy cross town roads in downtown Philadelphia. The BCGP’s leaders have worked tirelessly together to grow and strengthen their organization and fulfill their mission. Since 2005, they have grown from 1.5 staff to over 14 and their income has increased 287% percent, from $155,000 to $600,000 last year.Some of their recent accomplishments include: • “Bike the Strike” campaign during region’s bus and subway strike that significantly increasing bicyclist commuter riding. • Launched a new coalition and campaign to Complete the Schuylkill River Trail in Greater Philadelphia, which now has over 3600 petition signers and unanimous support among all elected officials. • Worked with the city to hire a full time bicycle-pedestrian coordinator • Launched Philadelphia’s first Bicycle Ambassador program, reaching over 20,000 adults during its first season with bicycle education and safety tips • Encouraged Philadelphia to retrofit 1,600 parking meter poles into bike racks • Led the effort to get Philadelphia City Council to pass an ordinance requiring new construction to install bicycle parking • Held its third Bike Philly, a family-friendly ride with 20 miles of closed streets, with over 3,000 smiling participants. Learn more about the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia. Media, Advocacy Awards 2010-03-09T04:18:09+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_announces_2010_advocacy_award_winners/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_announces_2010_advocacy_award_winners/#When:22:34:47Z After reviewing numerous nominations and inspiring advocacy stories from across North America, the Alliance has selected the winners of the 2010 Alliance Advocacy Awards. These advocates, businesses, and organizations have taken great strides towards making their communities better places to bike and walk. Learn more about the winners and their stories | Read the press release. Alliance Updates 2010-03-05T22:34:47+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/act_act_introduced_virtual_lobby_day_march_11/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/act_act_introduced_virtual_lobby_day_march_11/#When:15:15:48Z Representative Earl Blumenauer introduced the Active Community Transportation Act, H.R.4722, on 3/2/10. This groundbreaking bill creates a competitive grant program with $2 Billion to help communities build bicycling and walking networks. For the first time, communities would be able to compete for multi-year funding to build active transportation systems, just as they do for transit and road infrastructure. Though many of you will be coming to DC next week for the National Bike Summit, this is a great opportunity for other leaders and members of your organization not traveling to DC to participate in an important way. Working with our America Bikes partners, we encourage your organization to participate in a Virtual Lobby Day next Thursday. “Too often we take for granted the value of being able to bike and walk to work,” said Blumenauer. “It’s unfortunate that many communities don’t have the infrastructure in place to make active and healthy forms of transportation more accessible. The ACT transportation grants will make it easier for people to get out of their vehicles and onto sidewalks or bikes, boosting both heart rates and community vitality.”  We thank Representative Blumenauer and the other original sponsors - Russ Carnahan (D-MO), Michael Capuano (D-MA), Steve Cohen (D-TN), Bob Filner (D-CA), Dan Lipinski (D-IL) and Jim Moran (D-VA) - for championing bicycling and walking. TAKE ACTION Given the timing of the bill’s release, we have a unique opportunity to conduct a Virtual Lobby Day and present a strong and unified voice on Capitol Hill, Thursday, March 11th. In conjunction with the National Bike Summit we ask that you call your representative next Thursday at the same time that over 700 Summit participants will have in-person meetings in congressional offices. NEXT STEPS On Wednesday March 10th we’ll send a second alert with a link to the League of American Bicyclists on-line action center where people can easily contact their representatives. We encourage you to use the talking points below to send your own alert encouraging your members to participate. TALKING POINTS Please call your representatives on March 11th to ask them to co-sponsor H.R.4722: “The Active Community Transportation Act.” Tell Them: Bicycling and walking are part of the solution. Half of all trips in the United States are three miles or less, yet the majority of these short trips are made by car.  Shifting more of these short trips to biking and walking would not only reduce congestion, air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and our dependence on oil, but will also improve physical activity, safety, and livability.  Investing in bicycling and walking infrastructure works.  Commuting by bicycle has increased 43 percent since 2000 - and by 69 percent in designated Bicycle Friendly Communities that have invested in infrastructure improvements. Please co-sponsor the Active Community Transportation Act (H.R.4722).   Members, Action Center 2010-03-03T15:15:48+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/people_powered_movement_photo_contest_winners_announced1/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/people_powered_movement_photo_contest_winners_announced1/#When:03:02:06Z The Alliance announced the winners of the 2009 People Powered Movement Photo Contest. Over 2,000 photos were submitted and several thousands of votes were casted. Read the press release and see the winners here. Alliance Updates 2010-03-02T03:02:06+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_2009_annual_report_online/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_2009_annual_report_online/#When:00:06:22Z 2009 was a year of growth for the Alliance and some amazing accomplishments for Alliance organizations. Download the 2009 Annual Report and read about last year in review. Alliance Updates 2010-03-02T00:06:22+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/people_powered_movement_photo_contest_winners_announced/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/people_powered_movement_photo_contest_winners_announced/#When:16:06:21Z Washington, DC - March 1, 2010 - The Alliance for Biking & Walking announced the winners of the 2009 People Powered Movement Photo Contest today. The contest ran from September through November 2009 with public voting during the month of December helping to narrow down the finalists. A panel of expert judges determined the final contest winners. Media, Press Releases 2010-03-01T16:06:21+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_12_march_2010/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_12_march_2010/#When:21:06:40Z And the Photo Contest Winners Are… You’re Invited to Alliance DC Reception Register Now for New Orleans Winning Campaigns Training Benchmarking Report Making It’s Mark Alliance 2009 Recap 2010 Alliance Leadership Retreat ACT Act Introduced: Virtually Lobby Day March 11th BikeWalk Virginia Selected for Alliance Communications Grant Member NewsClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2010-02-24T21:06:40+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/congratulations_to_the_winners_of_the_alliances_2010_advocacy_awards/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/congratulations_to_the_winners_of_the_alliances_2010_advocacy_awards/#When:18:16:47Z The Alliance for Biking & Walking will honor seven organizations and individuals with its 2010 Advocacy Awards at a special reception and awards presentation March 9th, 2010 in Washington, DC. The following award recipients not only show dedication and success in advancing biking and walking, but also demonstrate exceptional work ethic to their peers and communities. Media, Press Releases 2010-02-23T18:16:47+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/seeking_membership_manager_with_attention_to_detail_and_commitment_to_quali/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/seeking_membership_manager_with_attention_to_detail_and_commitment_to_quali/#When:20:01:10Z Members, Job Board 2010-02-21T20:01:10+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/2009_people_powered_movement_photo_contest_judges/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/2009_people_powered_movement_photo_contest_judges/#When:17:10:38Z 2009 People Powered Movement Photo Contest JudgesWhile public voting helped narrow down the finalists, our panel of expert judges ultimately selected the winning photos. The judges include: Lily Bernheimer, Community Producer Livable Streets Initiative (New York, NY) J Cookson, Creative Director Smart Meme Studios (Union, WA) Matt Djokovic, Brand Director 42BELOW Vodka (FL) Clarence Eckerson Jr., Director of Video Production StreetFilms, (New York, NY) Jay Ferm, Advocacy Director Planet Bike (Madison, Wisconsin) Eric Gilliland, Executive Director Washington Area Bicyclist Association, photographer (Washington, DC) Joan Harrold, Marketing & Communications Coordinator Bikes Belong (Boulder, CO) Dustin Jensen, Photographer Momentum Magazine and San Francisco Bicycle Coalition creator sfwiggle.com (San Francisco, CA) Ryan Mayo,Brand Experience Manager Clif Bar & Company David Niddrie, Photo Editor Momentum Magazine (Vancouver, BC) Margo O’Hara, Director of Communications Active Transportation Alliance (Chicago, IL) 2010-02-19T17:10:38+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/annual_reports/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/annual_reports/#When:16:04:22Z The following annual reports reflect the growth and accomplishments of the Alliance for Biking & Walking (formerly known as Thunderhead Alliance) over the years. 2009 Annual Report 2008 Annual Report 2006 Annual Report 2005 Annual Report 2004 Annual Report 2003 Annual Report 2002 Annual Report About, History 2010-02-19T16:04:22+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/history/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/history/#When:16:47:41Z In 1996, Bill Wilkinson and Charlie Gandy of the Bicycle Federation of America (now the National Center for Bicycling and Walking) invited 20 leaders of bicycle advocacy organizations to the remote Thunderhead Ranch in Wyoming. There, participants discovered that colleagues around the country were facing both similar challenges in sustaining their advocacy organizations, and a common opportunity—the renewal of federal transportation legislation. Soon, these groups were key players in the bike industry-funded Bikes Belong Coalition. The result: After hard work implementing the bill in communities across America, $285 million in federal transportation moneys was invested in bicycling projects over six years. By the end of the second retreat in 1997, these grassroots leaders had recognized that the special energy generated by these gatherings merited the establishment of a permanent organization dedicated to linking state and local bike advocacy organizations and leaders. The (Thunderhead) Alliance was born! The Alliance Since then, the Alliance has held retreats, hosted regional and focused training sessions, energized national and international conferences and, most importantly, influenced policymakers at the state and local levels.  In 2004 “pedestrian” was added to its mission since over a quarter of The Alliance organizations work to increase walking. In 2009 we changed our name from Thunderhead Alliance to the Alliance for Biking & Walking. The Alliance has grown from a coalition of 12 organizations in 1996, to over 135 united biking and walking advocacy organizations today.  In the last 12 years, Alliance and its member groups have established themselves as the preeminent forces for breaking down the barriers to safe bicycling and walking where it matters the most: at the state and local levels. About, History 2010-02-18T16:47:41+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/strategic_planning_services-applications_due_by_3_3/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/strategic_planning_services-applications_due_by_3_3/#When:19:11:48Z The Alliance is currently accepting applications through March 3 from member organizations who need assistance creating a Strategic Plan. Read More. Alliance Updates 2010-02-11T19:11:48+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/apply_for_strategic_planning_services/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/apply_for_strategic_planning_services/#When:00:17:20Z Overview Our Approach Who Should Apply? Application Process “We are an infant organization, with an overwhelming level of queries and demands for our attention and limited resources. The Alliance’s facilitation of our strategic planning process led to the development of clear, concise goals and objectives, which have brought focus to the allocation of our efforts.” -Jeff Stephens, Consider Biking (Columbus, OH)   Overview The Alliance for Biking & Walking is currently accepting applications from member organizations to receive assistance creating a Whole System Strategic Plan. The Alliance will accept inquiry applications through Wednesday March 3rd from organizations interested in working with us to develop their strategic plan. In 2009, Alliance staff worked with two organizations to develop strategic plans, using the Whole System Approach, as part of a pilot project. Thanks to the generous support of New Belgium Brewing Company, all costs for this contract will be covered (an estimated $5,000 value) except for travel costs of Alliance staff. Our Approach to Strategic Planning As a bicycle or pedestrian advocacy group, your organization interacts with a variety of stakeholders and interest groups.  The success of your organization depends on understanding and addressing your stakeholders’ needs. The Whole System Strategic Planning approach creates an opportunity for your organization’s stakeholders to come together to establish a shared, clear, and compelling multi-year vision. The process helps participants craft a set of short-term and long-term actions to achieve their goals. The results include increased buy-in from the stakeholders, clearly defined and prioritized actions for moving forward, and energized commitment to the organization’s future. Whole System Strategic Planning offers a new approach to the process of creating a strategic plan for your organization.  As opposed to the traditional, top-down method of strategic planning, the Whole System approach brings together staff, board, members, and other stakeholders to create a comprehensive and inclusive plan that addresses the needs and concerns of all parties. Based on the principles of Whole Scale Change®, developed by Kathleen Dannemiller and Dannemiller Tyson Associates, the Whole System Strategic Planning Process offers several advantages to our organizations: An increased awareness of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to the organization’s success; A compelling, thoughtful, and innovative strategy for the future of the organization; An increase in staff, board, volunteers, funders, and other stakeholders commitment to the organization’s strategy; Concrete and measurable action plans for implementing the organization’s strategy; and, A culture that encourages your stakeholders to take initiative, team together, and have pride in the organization’s strategy. Guiding our strategic planning with Alliance organizations are the theories of Whole System Transformation and the DVF Model. Using this theoretical background, the Alliance helps organizations implement initiatives that are successful and appealing to its stakeholders. In turn, stakeholders who have participated in designing the transformation have a personal stake in the success of the organization, seek long-term solutions to problem-solving, and have a deeper level of involvement with the organization’s strategic transformation, mission, and goals. Who Should Apply Is your organization struggling due to lack of a compelling or widely held vision by your board, staff, members, or other stakeholders? Are you looking for ways to increase your volunteers or membership? Are you looking to diversify your membership or to engage new audiences in your work? Are you looking to revisit your current strategy so that you can build a more inclusive and engaged membership? If you answered “Yes” to any of the above questions, then apply to work with the Alliance to host a Strategic Planning Summit for your organization in 2010 You must be an Alliance member in good standing to be selected for this opportunity. If you have questions about your Alliance membership, please contact jeremy@PeoplePoweredMovement.org. Application and Selection Process The selection process for this opportunity is administered in three phases: inquiry, interview, and contracting: Inquiry: If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, please submit an inquiry application by Wednesday, March 3, 2010: Download the application. Submit your completed application to jeremy@PeoplePoweredMovement.org. Your subject line should read: “Strategic Planning Inquiry Application-[your organization’s name]” If you have questions, please contact Jeremy at 614-519-3026 for immediate feedback prior to the deadline. Applicants will be notified of their status via email by March 8, 2010. Interview: Selected applicants will be invited to a phone interview. Interview topics will include what the organization hopes to achieve with strategic planning, values held by the leadership of the organization, assessment of the organization’s readiness to proceed with strategic planning, the Alliance’s strategic planning process, etc. Interviews will be conducted by March 22, 2010 and applicants will be notified of their status by March 29, 2010. Contracting: Organizations selected for the 2010 Whole System Strategic Planning summits will receive a contract request by March 29, 2010, from the Alliance for Biking & Walking, outlining: The process that will be used to conduct the strategic planning; Background, stakeholders, strengths, and weaknesses of the organization; The purpose and outcomes that will guide the transformation of the organization through this process; And, if required, a detailed break-down of any costs that will be required of the organization (such as reimbursement for travel). Organizations will be expected to work with the Alliance to iron out details and return the signed contract by April 5, 2010. Looking for More Information In addition to contacting Jeremy directly with questions on the process, these resources may shed some more light on the Whole System Strategic Planning approach: Mead Summit Video (Dannemiller Tyson & Associates) This video is a great example of the Whole System Transformation strategic planning model. In the video, the Mead School District (Washington State) held a 3-day strategic planning session with approximately 1,300 people representing all facets of the school system. Though this is an example of the model on a much larger scale, the video does a great job of explaining the benefits of using such a process when conducting strategic planning on all levels. (MPG Video) (158 MB) Click here to automatically launch the video.To save the video to your hard drive and watch later: PC: Click with the right mouse button and choose “save as” MAC: Choose “save as” from the shortcut menu Sample Contract Outlining Project Scope & Approach The following is an Excerpt from a contract for the Alliance to provide strategic planning services to one of our organizations. It is our hope that it will help applicants by identifying what this process could look like, should they be awarded the opportunity Download the document. The DVF Model: A Model that describes the conditions Necessary for Change (Steeve Cady, Ph.D.) This one-pager is a quick overview of a guiding model for conducting strategic planning for your organization. Adapted from Dick Beckhard’s DVF Model (developed in 1968), it explains how to ensure that your organization is connected around your guiding strategy. (Word) Download the document. Members, Coaching and Consulting 2010-02-10T00:17:20+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_11_february_2010/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_11_february_2010/#When:18:54:36Z 2010 Benchmarking Report Released Transform Your Organization with Strategic Planning: Applications Due 3/3 2010 Mutual Aid Call Schedule is Out Alliance Announces 2010 Training Dates Putting the Benchmarking Report to Use for You Members Invited to Alliance DC Reception National Bike Summit Homestays and Discounts Could Your Organization Use a Van? Alliance Membership Survey Results are In Thanks and Farewell Monica Pro Walk / Pro Bike® Call for Papers Member NewsClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2010-02-02T18:54:36+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/2010_alliance_leadership_retreat_location_dates_announced/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/2010_alliance_leadership_retreat_location_dates_announced/#When:22:07:16Z Save the date for the 2010 Alliance Leadership Retreat September 10-13, 2010 (The weekend before ProWalk/ProBike) The Delta Queen, Chattanooga, TN A Rough Draft agenda, information about the location and travel, and registration will be available by March 16 Have questions? Contact Jeremy@peoplepoweredmovement.org Members, Training & Events, Leadership Retreat 2010-01-31T22:07:16+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/winning_campaigns_training/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/winning_campaigns_training/#When:18:41:38Z About the training: The Alliance signature Winning CampaignsTraining is focused on the following components: Issue Definition, Campaign Goals, Resources Assessment, Strategy, Communication, Tactics/Timelines, and Resource Management. Our proven curriculum will help you choose, direct, and win campaigns to promote better conditions for biking and walking in your state, province, or local community. The trainings are set up in peer-to-peer and group breakout sessions to improve communication and foster collaboration. Previous participants have won complete streets campaigns, Safe Routes to School campaigns, and bike safety campaigns at the state and local level. Members, Training & Events, Training Information 2010-01-30T18:41:38+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/thunderhead_trainings/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/thunderhead_trainings/#When:15:03:13Z Alliance Leadership Retreat | Previous Alliance Training Besides our signature Winning Campaigns© Training, we offer customized trainings that are tailored to your community’s needs. Other Alliance trainings have included a special training with the Disability Network, Train the Trainers training (focused on group facilitation dynamics), and other custom trainings on organization building and biking and walking campaigns for advocates. Members, Training & Events, Training Information 2010-01-28T15:03:13+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_releases_bicycling_and_walking_in_the_united_states._2010_benchmar/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_releases_bicycling_and_walking_in_the_united_states._2010_benchmar/#When:05:49:10Z Our recently released "Bicycling and Walking in the United States.: 2010 Benchmarking Report" packs nearly 200 pages full of data on bicycling and walking in the U.S. Besides ranking the 50 states and 51 largest U.S. cities on a number of benchmarks, the report shows that lack of investment in biking and walking could be contributing to higher traffic fatalities and chronic disease rates in the U.S. Read the press release | Learn more, download the media fact sheet, and download the full report. Alliance Updates 2010-01-28T05:49:10+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/investing_in_biking_and_walking_could_save_lives_says_report/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/investing_in_biking_and_walking_could_save_lives_says_report/#When:05:42:08Z States with the lowest levels of biking and walking have higher traffic fatalities and chronic disease Washington, DC - January 28, 2010 - A new report released today by the Alliance for Biking & Walking shows that lack of investment in biking and walking could be contributing to higher traffic fatalities and chronic disease rates in the U.S. Bicycling and Walking in the United States: The 2010 Benchmarking Report reveals that in almost every state and major U.S. city, bicyclists and pedestrians are at a disproportionate risk of being killed, and receive less than their fair share of transportation dollars. Media, Press Releases 2010-01-28T05:42:08+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_2010_benchmarking_report_information_findings/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_2010_benchmarking_report_information_findings/#When:21:36:25Z (192 pages, 14.2 MB) {exp:freeform:count form_name="OfficialBenchmarkingDownload" entry_date="8760"}Downloaded {count} times{/exp:freeform:count} About The 2010 Report Read the Press Release Download the Media Facts Sheet Main Conclusions Project Supporters About the Benchmarking Project The 2007 Benchmarking Report About the 2010 Report: Bicycling and Walking in the U.S.: 2010 Benchmarking Report is an essential resource and tool for government officials, advocates, and those working to promote bicycling and walking. The Benchmarking Project is an on-going effort to collect and analyze data on bicycling and walking in all 50 states and the 51 largest U.S. cities. This second biennial report reveals data including: bicycling and walking levels and demographics; bicycle and pedestrian safety; bicycle and pedestrian policies and provisions; funding for bicycle and pedestrian projects; bicycle and pedestrian staffing levels; written policies on bicycling and walking; bicycle infrastructure including bike lanes, paths, signed bike routes, and bicycle parking; bike-transit integration including presence of bike racks on buses, bike parking at transit stops; bicycling and walking education and encouragement activities; and public health indicators including levels of obesity, physical activity, diabetes, and high blood pressure. The report is full of data tables and graphs so you can see how your state or city stacks up. Inside you will find unprecedented statistics to help support your case for increasing safe bicycling and walking in your community. Bicycling and Walking in the U.S.: 2010 Benchmarking Report was funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and made possible through the additional support of Bikes Belong and Planet Bike. Main Conclusions: In these times of high gas prices, a warming climate, increasing traffic congestion, and expanding waistlines, increasing bicycling and walking are goals that are clearly in the public interest. As this report shows, where bicycling and walking levels are higher, obesity, high blood pressure, and diabetes levels are lower. Higher levels of bicycling and walking also coincide with increased bicycle and pedestrian safety and higher levels of physical activity. Increasing bicycling and walking can help solve many of the largest problems facing our nation. As this report indicates, many states and cities are making progress toward promoting safe access for bicyclists and pedestrians, but much more remains to be done. This report has highlighted numerous measures to promote bicycling and walking. There is no silver bullet in regard to making communities more bicycle and pedestrian friendly, and a variety of measures are likely needed. But just as it took a large investment of public money into roads, signals, signs, and education for motorists, so too will it take an ongoing commitment of public investment in bicycling and walking to see major shifts toward these modes. Looking Outside Our Borders It is also crucial that the U.S. look to other countries to see what mode share levels are possible, and how other international cities have increased bicycling, walking, and safety. One such comparison by Pucher and Buehler (chart to right) found the U.S. to have the second lowest bicycle share of trips when compared to several European countries, Canada, and Australia. Countries like the Netherlands and Denmark with 27% and 18% of trips by bicycle, respectively, are setting the benchmark for what is possible. The U.S. also lags far behind other countries in regards to walk share of trips. Likewise, a look at international cities (Pucher and Buehler, 2008, chart to right) shows U.S. cities far behind international peers. While benchmarking bicycling and walking in the U.S., it is important to keep an international perspective which reveals the great potential for improvement in this country. Increasing Investment in Biking and Walking – What Data Show Case studies show that the countries and cities that invest the most in bicycling and walking have higher bicycling and walking mode share, and are safer places to bicycle and walk. As this report shows, the U.S. overall has great disparities between bicycling and walking mode share, safety, and funding. Ten percent of trips are by bicycle or foot, yet bicyclists and pedestrians make up over 13% of traffic fatalities and receive just 1.2% of federal transportation dollars. An international comparison of bicycle funding and mode share by Gotschi and Mills and Rails to Trails Conservancy (chart to right) found that international cities that invest greater amounts per capita into bicycling have greater levels of bicycling. These cities provide strong evidence that in order to increase bicycling and walking, the U.S. must invest more heavily in these modes. A Multi-Pronged Approach to Promoting Active Transportation and Safety While greater investment in bicycling and walking is the primary recommendation of this report, there are many other measures that must be taken to simultaneously strengthen public policy, infrastructure, and behavior toward bicycling and walking. Over one-third of the U.S. population is under age 16 (cannot legally drive) or over age 65. Streets designed just to move cars are leaving behind the most vulnerable road users, often making them prisoners in their homes or completely reliant on others to drive them around. Less than half of states and major U.S. cities have adopted complete streets policies that require that roadways be designed and built with all users in mind. In the absence of a national complete streets policy, the Alliance encourages states and jurisdictions to pursue local policies to begin to transform their local transportation culture and guarantee access for all road users. Other policies featured in this report, such as education for police officers and the inclusion of bicycling and walking safety in driver education, are also key to shifting toward a bicycle and pedestrian friendly culture. Adult and youth education programs, public awareness campaigns such as "Share the Road," and other promotional efforts can also help raise awareness and change attitudes around bicycling and walking. Many of the benchmarks featured in this report contribute to making communities more bicycle and pedestrian friendly by changing the built environment, culture, attitudes, and behaviors. But continuous evaluation of efforts to promote bicycling and walking is key to better understanding the relationships between levels of bicycling and walking, safety, policies, provisions, advocacy capacity, and other measures. Benchmarking is a necessary process to better understand these relationships, identify the most strategic areas on which to focus resources, and ultimately to increase these forms of active transportation. Looking to the Leaders In the meantime, this report provides plenty of examples of states and cities that are leaders in a variety of efforts to promote bicycling and walking. Appendix 5, page 171, contains a number of resources and models from cities and states in this report. These are presented so that states and cities can have models to look to for inspiration when working towards their goals. The Benchmarking Report should be used as a tool by cities and states to learn what works best to promote bicycling and walking and what is possible here in the U.S. States and cities can learn from each other's successes and failures and set their goals accordingly. The Alliance encourages all state and city officials to take an active role in benchmarking their efforts to promote bicycling and walking. Even smaller cities that are not included in this report can collect data from their city and compare it to the progress in their own community. There is no doubt that government officials and advocates seeking to grow bicycling and walking have a lot of work ahead of them. But it is crucial for advocates and officials to take the time to evaluate their efforts. While many international benchmarking efforts require huge investments of government time and money to participate, the Alliance's Benchmarking Project is a free service that requires a relatively small amount of time to complete a survey every two years. With more officials and advocates taking the time to fully participate, this project will become a better source of information and a stronger benchmarking tool for everyone. If you would like more information about this report, please contact the Alliance at benchmarking@PeoplePoweredMovement.org. note: The above text and illustrations are extracted and edited from Chapter 9: Conclusion of the 2010 Benchmarking Report Project Supporters: “Bicycling and Walking in the U.S.” was funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and made possible through additional support from Bikes Belong Coalition and Planet Bike. Interested in supporting the Benchmarking Project and future reports? Contact Jeff Miller at jeff@peoplepoweredmovement.org. The 2012 Benchmarking Report: The next Benchmarking Report is scheduled for publication in January 2012. State and city surveys will be distributed and collected between October 2010 and January 2011. Interested in getting involved? Contact benchmarking@peoplepoweredmovement.org. Members, Benchmarking 2010-01-26T21:36:25+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/bicycling_and_walking_in_the_u.s._2010_benchmarking_report/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/bicycling_and_walking_in_the_u.s._2010_benchmarking_report/#When:05:25:43Z The Alliance for Biking & Walking’s Benchmarking Report is an essential resource and tool for government officials, advocates, and those working to promote bicycling and walking. The Benchmarking Project is an on-going effort to collect and analyze data on bicycling and walking in all 50 states and the 51 largest U.S. cities. This second biennial report reveals data including: bicycling and walking levels and demographics; bicycle and pedestrian safety; bicycle and pedestrian policies and provisions; funding for bicycle and pedestrian projects; bicycle and pedestrian staffing levels; written policies on bicycling and walking; bicycle infrastructure including bike lanes, paths, signed bike routes, and bicycle parking; bike-transit integration including presence of bike racks on buses, bike parking at transit stops; bicycling and walking education and encouragement activities; and public health indicators including levels of obesity, physical activity, diabetes, and high blood pressure. The report is full of data tables and graphs so you can see how your state or cities stacks up. Inside you will find unprecedented statistics to help support your case for increasing safe bicycling and walking in your community. (January 2010, 192 pages, ISBN#9781449973025) Order in bulk and save between $1 to $3 off the purchase price. Contact jeremy@peoplepoweredmovement.org to place bulk orders directly. Download the report or see key findings Media, Publications, Members, Publications 2010-01-21T05:25:43+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/san_francisco_bike_to_work_day_2010_internships_8/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/san_francisco_bike_to_work_day_2010_internships_8/#When:03:57:36Z Members, Job Board 2010-01-21T03:57:36+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_10_january_2010/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_10_january_2010/#When:19:23:30Z 2010 Winning Campaigns Trainings Announced Take the 2010 Alliance Member Survey Strategic Planning Opportunity for Alliance Organizations Alliance Members Get Discounted Registration to National Bike Summit Alliance Grants Deadline Approaching New Alliance Member Benefit! Contest Voting Closed, Winners to be Announced The Winner of the Dahon Bike Is… Thank You Jessica Member NewsClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2010-01-11T19:23:30+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/past_advocacy_advance_grant_recipients/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/past_advocacy_advance_grant_recipients/#When:20:23:44Z 2010-01-06T20:23:44+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_9_december_2009/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_9_december_2009/#When:17:32:15Z You’re Invited to Participate in National Release of Benchmarking Report Vote for Best Biking and Walking Photos Just Two Weeks Left to Nominate Your Favorite Advocates Renew by December 31st for a Chance to Win a Folding Bike Online Photo Library is Live! Advocates Launch New Campaigns for Biking & Walking in Virginia Alliance Seeks Seasonal Interns Take Action to Support Bike/Ped Funding and the Link to Transit Join the Next Alliance Federal Policy and Legislation Update Call Share your Input with USDOT at Regional Gatherings Member NewsClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2009-12-03T17:32:15+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/online_voting_now_open_for_the_people_powered_movement_photo_contest/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/online_voting_now_open_for_the_people_powered_movement_photo_contest/#When:16:30:52Z Washington, DC - December 1, 2009 - Online voting opened today for the Alliance for Biking & Walking’s inaugural People Powered Movement Photo Contest. Your vote can help determine the lucky grand-prize winner of a 10-day all-expense-paid VBT bike tour of Tuscany and a year’s supply of CLIF BARs as well as the two runners-up who will win brand new commuter bikes. Voters will also have the chance to help choose the seven category winners who will receive Rickshaw messenger bags filled with goodies and the priceless opportunity of having their winning photo published in the 2010 March/April issue of Momentum Magazine. Public voting runs throughout December 31st and will narrow down the submissions to the top 10 photos in each category. A panel of expert judges will select the final winners. Media, Press Releases 2009-12-01T16:30:52+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_8_november_2009/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_8_november_2009/#When:20:42:07Z Your Nominations Wanted: Annual Advocacy Awards Host a Winning Campaigns Training in 2010! Renew Your Alliance Membership/Support, Give Your Feedback, and Win A New Bike! Alliance Awards $104,000 in Grants Final Month to Turn Your Best Photo into a Trip to Tuscany Over 20 Campaigns Launched in Denver and North Little Rock New Report Released on Pedestrian Safety Member NewsClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2009-11-09T20:42:07+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_awards_104000_in_grants_to_grassroots_advocacy_organizations/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_awards_104000_in_grants_to_grassroots_advocacy_organizations/#When:20:13:47Z Washington, DC - November 3, 2009 - The Alliance for Biking & Walking is awarding $104,000 in grants to five grassroots biking and walking advocacy organizations. Media, Press Releases 2009-11-03T20:13:47+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_7_october_2009/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_7_october_2009/#When:14:45:10Z Hundreds of Millions Available through CDC Prevention Grants Alliance Launches People Powered Blog Hundreds of Photos, One Trip to Tuscany How Has the Benchmarking Report Helped You? Develop Your Winning Campaign in Richmond or Little Rock Still Time to Join the Safe Routes to School “Dear Congress” Campaign Take the 2-Mile Challenge! Alliance Training Strengthens Grassroots Membership Programs $1.2 Million Requested in 2nd Round of Alliance Grants Alliance Welcomes Fall Interns! Member NewsClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2009-10-01T14:45:10+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_6_september_2009/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_6_september_2009/#When:16:56:53Z Alliance Launches People Powered Movement Photo Contest Alliance Meets $42K Challenge Winning Campaigns Training Comes to Richmond, VA Reminder: Membership Development Training in San Francisco Join the Safe Routes to School “Dear Congress” Campaign How Alliance Members are Using Facebook and Twitter Thanks to Our Summer Interns! Advocacy Meet & Greet at Interbike Planet Bike Scholarships Boost Grassroots Advocacy The No-Impact Challenge Member NewsClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2009-09-02T16:56:53+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_launches_people_powered_movement_photo_contest/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_launches_people_powered_movement_photo_contest/#When:18:12:34Z Washington, DC - September 1, 2009 - The Alliance for Biking & Walking is inviting photographers from across North America to turn their best biking and walking photos into a chance to win a 10-day all-expense-paid bike tour of Tuscany. The inaugural People Powered Movement Photo Contest, which runs from September 1st - December 11th, is seeking high quality and creative photos of biking and walking. Media, Press Releases 2009-09-01T18:12:34+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_meets_42k_challenge/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_meets_42k_challenge/#When:21:30:02Z Washington, DC - August 25, 2009 -Thanks to the over 20,000 people who signed up to follow the 42RIDE on Twitter, the Alliance for Biking & Walking received a $42,000 contribution from 42BELOW Vodka this past Saturday. Matt Djokovic presented the check on behalf of 42BELOW in front of a crowd of nearly 200 people who came to celebrate the conclusion of the 42RIDE in Los Angeles’s Bicycle District. Media, Press Releases 2009-08-25T21:30:02+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_to_celebrate_42rides_conclusion_and_support_of_local_cycling/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_to_celebrate_42rides_conclusion_and_support_of_local_cycling/#When:22:14:26Z Los Angeles - August 17, 2009 - The Alliance for Biking & Walking invites all Los Angeles-area cycling supporters to join them in celebrating the 42RIDE on the last leg of the 4,017-mile, 55-day journey across America. LA cyclists are invited to pedal out to meet the riders at the very end of their trek in L.A., on Saturday, August 22, at a celebration to recognize the riders for their commitment to bicycling and grassroots bicycle advocacy.  Read More… Media, Press Releases 2009-08-17T22:14:26+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_5_august_2009/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_5_august_2009/#When:16:36:44Z Alliance Releases Call for Proposals for Advocacy Grants Take Our Funding Survey, Enter Our Raffle Alliance and Planet Bike Grant $30K to Green Mobility Network Are You Following the 42 Ride? Top 10 Reasons to Come to SF this September Winning Campaigns Training Coming to Little Rock Alliance Seeks Fall Interns Alliance Members Receive Discount at Walk 21 Conference Find us on Facebook! Coming Soon: Bike/Walk Photo Library Member NewsClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2009-08-03T16:36:44+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/planet_bike_scholarships_to_boost_grassroots_leadership2/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/planet_bike_scholarships_to_boost_grassroots_leadership2/#When:19:34:52Z Planet Bike has just announced it is providing up to $25,000 in scholarships and travel stipends for grassroots advocacy leaders to attend Alliance for Biking & Walking trainings this year. The scholarships will be used to cover training registrations and provide modest travel stipends to up to 20 advocacy leaders to attend the Alliance’s Membership Development Training and a Winning Campaigns Training. Media, Press Releases 2009-07-29T19:34:52+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/dero_bike_racks/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/dero_bike_racks/#When:17:56:56Z About, Sponsors, 2009 Membership Training Sponsors 2009-07-23T17:56:56+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/1-42_below/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/1-42_below/#When:17:06:21Z About, Sponsors, 2009 Membership Training Sponsors 2009-07-23T17:06:21+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_and_planet_bike_award_grant_to_green_mobility_network/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_and_planet_bike_award_grant_to_green_mobility_network/#When:15:50:47Z The Alliance for Biking & Walking has awarded a $30,000 matching grant to Miami-based Green Mobility Network.  The grant was made possible by Planet Bike and is the first in a series of special grassroots bicycle advocacy grants to be given by Planet Bike in 2009. View the full press release here. Media, Press Releases 2009-07-15T15:50:47+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_4_july_2009/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_4_july_2009/#When:16:00:16Z Your Help Needed for $42K Challenge Biking and Walking Strong in Draft Transportation Bil Alliance Grants $125,000 to Start-up Organizations and Innovative Campaigns Author of Membership “Bible” To Lead Alliance Training Winning Campaigns Training Comes to Denver this Fall! Alliance Welcomes Summer Interns 101 Complete Streets Policies…and Counting Alliance President Rides with Oberstar Member NewsClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2009-07-02T16:00:16+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/advocacy_advance_grants1/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/advocacy_advance_grants1/#When:19:57:43Z Purpose: Bicycle and pedestrian advocacy organizations play the most important role in improving and increasing biking and walking in local communities, states, and provinces. Advocacy Advance Grants will enable state and local bicycle and pedestrian advocacy organizations to develop, transform, and provide innovative strategies in their communities. Grants Overview Thanks to remarkable support from SRAM, Planet Bike, Bikes Belong, and 42 below, the Alliance for Biking & Walking is pleased to provide approximately $225,000 in grants to member organizations annually. The Advocacy Advance Grants are one-year grants, awarded twice a year (Spring and Fall) to startup organizations and innovative campaigns to dramatically increase biking and walking. Through the Advocacy Advance partnership with the League of American Bicyclists, the Alliance will provide necessary technical assistance, coaching, and training to supplement the grants. Members, Grants 2009-06-30T19:57:43+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/funding_priorities/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/funding_priorities/#When:19:29:29Z Startup/Capacity Building Grants Startup/Capacity Grants assist emerging and expanding organizations with matching grants. $5,000 to $30,000 will be matched dollar for dollar to new funds raised within one year of the grant award. The goal of these grants is to leverage private and public investment and launch campaigns that clearly demonstrate an ability to grow and sustain biking and walking organizations. Grants will be used for organizational development, to hire staff, to stimulate membership, and for other organizational tools to foster a sustainable advocacy organization.  Successful applicants will demonstrate how these capacity building activities will impact new and existing campaigns and programs to increase biking and walking. Priority for Startup/Capacity Building Grants will be given to organizations serving cities and states that demonstrate the greatest potential for biking and walking advocacy organizations. Innovation Grants Innovation Grants help organizations take innovative steps to improve bike/ped safety and increase biking and walking. Successful applicants will demonstrate a campaign that shifts personal behavior and builds an inclusive movement. Priority will be given to campaigns and programs that create successful models that can spread throughout North America and that have a clear plan for sharing their success.  These grants can be used to fund activities that will: Spur groundbreaking designs (e.g. Euro designs, reprogramming of streets space) Yield new sources of funding for biking and walking (e.g. new revenue streams and old programs that are ripe for change) Create cause-related marketing and encouragement programs (e.g. new media, new audiences, social marketing) Develop mainstream partnerships (e.g. transit, seniors, health, business) Improve, expand, or extend an existing program that promises further success Successful applicants will demonstrate a proven track record and an achievable work plan.  Grants of $5,000 to $30,000 will be matched dollar for dollar to new funds raised within one year of receipt of award. The Alliance’s ability to award grants is dependent upon receipt of the support pledged for this program. Members, Grants 2009-06-30T19:29:29+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/who_may_apply/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/who_may_apply/#When:19:28:43Z Organizations and groups may apply for Startup/Capacity Building Grants if they are: A bicycling and/or walking advocacy organization A current Alliance member or a newly forming organization (less than 1-year old) who is not yet a member of the Alliance* Organizations need not be incorporated as a 501c3 charitable organization or a charity with the Canadian Revenue Agency to apply; however, a fiscal sponsor or tax ID number is required Organizations may apply for Innovation Grants if they are: A biking and/or walking advocacy organization that is a current member of the Alliance for Biking & Walking* A 501c3 charitable organization or registered as a charity with Canada Revenue Agency Must be a mature organization with: paid executive director, sufficient capacity, and operating budget of at least $100,000 per year *Non-members are encouraged to join and/or partner with an Alliance member organization to present a proposal. Members, Grants 2009-06-30T19:28:43+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_application_process--how_to_apply/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_application_process--how_to_apply/#When:19:27:21Z To minimize time invested on proposals, the application is administered in two phases (inquiry and full proposal). The inquiry phase is a simple application to provide a basic overview of your proposal. The Alliance will review all inquiries and invite the most promising proposals to submit a full application.  Organizations are invited to submit an application during each round.  An organization may only receive one grant per year. Inquiry: In a single email, send the following form to grants@PeoplePoweredMovement.org with the subject “Advocacy Advance Grant Inquiry (Startup/Capacity or Innovation) Application – [Your Organization]” Check Back Soon- Applications will be available in the coming week Download Start-Up Grant Inquiry Form (Word Doc) Download Innovation Grant Inquiry Form (word doc) Full Proposal: The Alliance will provide organizations invited to submit a full proposal with the application, which includes a budget and work plan template. Application Timeline There are two grant cycles and corresponding deadlines in 2010. Advocacy Advance Grants Round 1 Applicant Question and Answer Call: December 8, 2010, 3PM Eastern – Register Now… Deadline for Inquiry Application: January 13, 2010 Inquiry Applicant Notification: February 5, 2010 Deadline for Full Proposal: March 3, 2010 Applicant Notification: March 31, 2010   Advocacy Advance Grants Round 2: Applicant Question and Answer Call: May 5, 2010 Deadline for Inquiry Application: June 1, 2010 Inquiry Applicant Notification: June 22, 2010 Deadline for Full Proposal: July 22, 2010 Applicant Notification: August 24, 2010 If you have questions, or need help with your application, do not wait until the last minute to contact Chanda Causer, Grassroots and Training Coordinator, at Chanda@peoplepoweredmovement.org. Members, Grants 2009-06-30T19:27:21+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/evaluation_process/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/evaluation_process/#When:19:20:10Z Inquiry Evaluation: The Advocacy Advance Team will evaluate inquiries based upon the following: Work That Is: Action and outcome oriented Builds organizational capacity (i.e. hiring of key staff, membership development, etc.) Is strategic to increasing biking and/or walking Accomplishes clear goals and measurable objectives Builds public support, inclusion, and involvement Replicable to advance the movement We Do Not Fund: Organizations whose primary purpose is not advocacy Events whose primary purpose is not advocacy Campaigns for political candidates Full Proposal: The Grants Committee will evaluate full proposals based upon the criteria above and the project’s ability to grow the bicycle and pedestrian advocacy movement. Please bear in mind that each review process is very rigorous, and we are only able to fund 5–10% of the applications we receive in the inquiry phase. If your proposal is not selected, it will need further improvement for possible consideration in future grant rounds. Members, Grants 2009-06-30T19:20:10+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/conflict_of_interest_statement/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/conflict_of_interest_statement/#When:19:15:24Z Those serving on the Grant Committee will recuse themselves where there is a direct conflict of interest. Members, Grants 2009-06-30T19:15:24+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_3_june_2009/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_3_june_2009/#When:15:40:59Z Wish You Had 1 Member for Every 77 People in Your City? T4America Releases Blueprint Join the Conversation: New Monthly Transportation Bill Call Alliance Offers Bike Greeting Cards at Bulk Prices! Campaigns Launched at Miami Training $50 Off SRTS Conference for Alliance Members New “People” Listserv Up and Running Thank You and Farewell to Julie Boddorff, Communication Intern AARP Publishes Complete Streets Report Member NewsClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2009-06-24T15:40:59+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_2_may_2009/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_2_may_2009/#When:15:30:10Z Alliance Grant Inquiries Net Over $2 Million Membership Guru to Lead Training in San Francisco, CA Join Discussion on Transportation Bill Alliance Seeks Summer Interns Alliance Members Receive Discounted Registration to National SRTS Conference! Get the New Alliance Member/Supporter Stamp Alliance Training Launches New Campaigns in Toronto Member NewsClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2009-06-24T15:30:10+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/42ride_pedals_challenge_to_benefit_alliance_for_biking_walking/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/42ride_pedals_challenge_to_benefit_alliance_for_biking_walking/#When:15:22:02Z Forty-two bike enthusiasts taking off this month across the country, are pedaling a challenge to people along to way to support grassroots biking and walking advocacy. The 42Ride, sponsored by 42BELOW Vodka, wants tweeters to follow the ride on Twitter. If 100,000 sign up as followers on Twitter, 42BELOW will make a $42,000 donation to the Alliance for Biking & Walking… Download a PDF of the Press Release Media, Press Releases 2009-06-19T15:22:02+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_grants_125000_to_start-up_organizations_and_innovative_campaigns/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_grants_125000_to_start-up_organizations_and_innovative_campaigns/#When:16:56:03Z Washington, DC - June 4, 2009 The Alliance for Biking & Walking is awarding seven grants totaling over $125,000 to grassroots biking and walking advocacy organizations. The Advocacy Advance Grants will be used to jump-start emerging advocacy organizations and to fund innovative campaigns with the potential to dramatically increase biking and walking. These grants are a key part of the Advocacy Advance Partnership with the League of American Bicyclists. Use the links below to see the entire press release Download PDF Version | Download Word Version Media, Press Releases 2009-06-04T16:56:03+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/hot_off_the_press_alliance_greeting_cards/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/hot_off_the_press_alliance_greeting_cards/#When:17:56:00Z Build new relationships, keep old ones thriving, and say "hello" or "thank you" with the Alliance's line of bike greeting cards. We print in bulk to save you money on high quality cards. Each card is original bike-themed art-work printed full color on recycled matte stock for a 4.25'X6" card. All cards come with blank white envelopes on 70lb. stock. Two versions available: Bike Angel Greeting Card (artwork by Kristen Steele) Sun Bike Greeting Card(artwork by Jim Swanson) Alliance Members: Choose the style and number you want: Bike Angel Greeting Card: 25 Cards ($.72 Each) $18.00 Bike Angel Greeting Card: 50 Cards ($.66 Each) $33.00 Bike Angel Greeting Card: 100 Cards ($.60 Each) $60.00 Sun Bike Greeting Card: 25 Cards ($.72 Each) $18.00 Sun Bike Greeting Card: 50 Cards ($.66 Each) $33.00 Sun Bike Greeting Card: 100 Cards ($.60 Each) $60.00 Combo Pack: 25 Cards ($.72 Each) $18.00 Combo Pack: 50 Cards ($.66 Each) $33.00 Combo Pack: 100 Cards ($.60 Each) $60.00 Non-Members Choose the style and number you want: Bike Angel Greeting Card: 25 Cards ($.92 Each) $23.00 Bike Angel Greeting Card: 50 Cards ($.86 Each) $43.00 Bike Angel Greeting Card: 100 Cards ($.80 Each) $80.00 Sun Bike Greeting Card: 25 Cards ($.92 Each) $23.00 Sun Bike Greeting Card: 50 Cards ($.86 Each) $43.00 Sun Bike Greeting Card: 100 Cards ($.80 Each) $80.00 Combo Pack: 25 Cards ($.92 Each) $23.00 Combo Pack: 50 Cards ($.86 Each) $43.00 Combo Pack: 100 Cards ($.80 Each) $80.00 (Contact a member of the Alliance staff for pricing information for greater quantities) Members, Alliance Store 2009-06-02T17:56:00+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_for_biking_and_walking/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_for_biking_and_walking/#When:16:23:03Z Our Mission: Alliance for Biking & Walking creates, strengthens, and unites state and local bicycle and pedestrian advocacy organizations. Our Vision: Every community benefits from the fun, practicality, and efficiency of biking and walking. In 2015, one-third of all trips will be made by bicycling and walking for reasons ranging from personal health and environmental sustainability to economic necessity and moral responsibility. The Alliance has created, strengthened, and empowered effective and sustainable bicycle and pedestrian advocacy organizations in every state, province, and major city in North America. These organizations are highly respected by the public, media, and policy makers. Their efforts in their communities and their united strength at the national level have transformed communities into places where it is easy, safe, desirable, and common for citizens to bike and walk. Values that guide our work: the power of the bicycle to transform individuals and communities. the role of bicycling and walking in efficient transportation. the importance of social change at the state and local level. our cost effectiveness and resilience. our professionalism and our careers as the leaders of state and local bicycle and pedestrian advocacy organizations. the uniqueness of our diverse communities and the collective brilliance of our membership. the role of song: “there is no movement without music.” connecting, playing together and reinvigorating ourselves through gatherings. our history and heart embedded in our name. Click here to download a copy of our full Strategic Plan About, About Us 2009-05-29T16:23:03+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_1_april_2009/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/streetside_issue_1_april_2009/#When:18:48:35Z Alliance to Award $250,000 in Grants This Year PeoplePoweredMovement.org - New Alliance Website - Launched Stimulus Success Stories Sought Congrats to 2009 Advocacy Award Winners CLEANTEA Support Needed Get Involved with T4 Town Hall Meetings Tree Planting Honores Former Alliance Leader Susie StephensClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2009-04-27T18:48:35+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/general_use/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/general_use/#When:17:13:20Z Color JPG | Color BMP | Color PDF Black and White JPG Media, Logos & Graphics 2009-04-21T17:13:20+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/supporter_stamp/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/supporter_stamp/#When:16:47:47Z Color JPG | Color BMP | Color PDF Black and White PDF | Black and White JPG         Media, Logos & Graphics 2009-04-21T16:47:47+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/member_stamp/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/member_stamp/#When:16:47:10Z Color JPG | Color BMP | Color PDF Black and White PDF | Black and White JPG Media, Logos & Graphics 2009-04-21T16:47:10+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/httpwww.peoplepoweredmovement.orgsiteindex.phpsitemedialogos/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/httpwww.peoplepoweredmovement.orgsiteindex.phpsitemedialogos/#When:18:17:29Z Below are all available logos for the Alliance for Biking and Walking. Please choose from the following options so that you can include the Alliance on your organization’s website! Alliance_Member_Stamp1.pdf Media 2009-04-20T18:17:29+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_launches_new_advocacy_advance_grants/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/alliance_launches_new_advocacy_advance_grants/#When:00:55:56Z The Alliance for Biking & Walking, formerly the Thunderhead Alliance, announced a major new grant program today. Advocacy Advance Grants will fund start-up advocacy organizations and innovative campaigns to dramatically increase biking and walking. The Alliance will award $250,000 to organizations in 2009 thanks to new funding from SRAM, Cannondale, Bikes Belong, and Planet Bike. SS Media, Press Releases 2009-03-20T00:55:56+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_advocacy_advance_grants_committee/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_advocacy_advance_grants_committee/#When:15:07:40Z Grant Reviewers: Inquiries are prescreened by the Advocacy Advance Team of Alliance and League staff. Selected organizations will be invited to submit a full application.  The Advocacy Advance Grants Committee plays the key role of reviewing and selecting the grants for funding. Grants Committee members are volunteers comprised of Alliance advisors and partner organizations. Any applicant(s) who intentionally attempt to lobby or influence individual members of the committee risk their proposals being removed from evaluation. Committee Members Jeff Frehner, Saris Tim May, Enterprise Community Partners Dick Mark, Philanthropic Advisor / Buttonwood Partnership Susan Polan, American Public Health Association Martha Roskowski, Go Boulder Sarah Strunk, Healthy Kids, Healthy Communities / Active Living by Design Elizabeth Train, Bikes Belong Members, Grants 2009-03-18T15:07:40+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/advocacy_advance_partnership/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/advocacy_advance_partnership/#When:12:18:05Z Advocacy Advance is a partnership of the Alliance for Biking & Walking and the League of American Bicyclists to support local and state advocacy efforts. Leadership funding by SRAM has enabled the Advocacy Advance Program. In addition to grants this program provides technical assistance, research, training, and coaching for grassroots bicycle and pedestrian advocacy organizations. Members, Grants 2009-03-17T12:18:05+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/3_10_2009_--_alliance_for_biking_walking_announces_2009_advocacy_award_winn/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/3_10_2009_--_alliance_for_biking_walking_announces_2009_advocacy_award_winn/#When:00:22:01Z The Alliance for Biking & Walking, formerly the Thunderhead Alliance, will honor six organizations and individuals with its 2009 Advocacy Awards at a special reception and awards presentation Tuesday, March 10th in Washington, DC. ss Media, Press Releases 2009-03-11T00:22:01+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/congratulations_to_the_winners_of_the_alliances_2009_advocacy_awards/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/congratulations_to_the_winners_of_the_alliances_2009_advocacy_awards/#When:15:35:04Z Alliance for Biking and Walking announced the 2009 winners of our Advocacy Awards in March, 2009. Media, Advocacy Awards 2009-03-06T15:35:04+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/thunderhead_alliance_becomes_alliance_for_biking_walking/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/thunderhead_alliance_becomes_alliance_for_biking_walking/#When:18:57:06Z New Name Reflects Expanded Mission, Expanding Movement Thunderhead Alliance, the North American coalition of 140 biking and walking advocacy organizations, will now be officially known as Alliance for Biking and Walking. Media, Press Releases 2009-03-04T18:57:06+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_february_2009/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_february_2009/#When:20:20:03Z The Last Weather Report 2009 Winning Campaigns© Trainings Announced Alliance Member Party at the National Bike Summit Get a Piece of the Stimulus Pie for Bike/Ped Projects!  Alliance to Announce New Grant Program 2009 Mutual Aid Calendar Offers Plenty Member News and Alliance EventsClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2009-03-03T20:20:03+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_january_2009/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_january_2009/#When:04:46:48Z SRAM Awards $400,000 to the Alliance and LAB A Few Days Left to Nominate Your Favorite Advocate Alliance Hiring Grass Roots and Trainings Coordinator Winning Campaigns Training and Handmade Bicycle Show in One! Alliance Members Get Discounted Rate to National Bike Summit 2009 Member Survey Results Are In Click here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2009-01-29T04:46:48+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/bicycling_and_walking_benchmarking_project/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/bicycling_and_walking_benchmarking_project/#When:01:41:09Z The U.S. Bicycling and Walking Benchmarking Project is an on-going effort to collect and analyze data on bicycling and walking in all 50 states and at least the 50 most-populated U.S. cities. The Alliance continues to expand the scope of this project while refining its methods. Benchmarking Project Objectives: Improve Data Collection and AvailabilityThe Benchmarking Project identifies gaps in collection and availability of data on bicycling and walking use, safety, programs and provisions, and policies. This project also provides data on cycling and walking to states and cities in a standardized format that otherwise does not exist. Measure Progress and Evaluate ResultsThe Benchmarking Project provides data to Alliance member organizations and government officials in a format that helps them measure their progress towards increasing bicycling and walking and evaluate the results of their policies and interventions. Determine Best Practices and Who Sets ThemThe Benchmarking Project identifies the cities and states who are setting the benchmarks for biking and walking. Other cities and states are directed to these role models for success stories, advice, and best practice models. Compare Cities and StatesThe Benchmarking Project compares jurisdictions to help organizations and government agencies focus resources in areas with the greatest need of pedestrian and bicycle improvements. This project also provides a means for cities and states to compare themselves to one another, highlight and praise successes, encourage communities making progress, and make communities aware of areas needing more effort. Support Efforts to Increase Bicycling and WalkingUltimately, this Benchmarking Project supports the efforts of bicycle and pedestrian advocacy organizations and government officials to increase bicycling and walking in their communities. The 2007 Benchmarking Report The Alliance published the first full Bicycling and Walking Benchmarking Report in August 2007. To view this report, download a copy, and view main findings click here. The 2010 Benchmarking Report The Alliance published the second full Bicycling and Walking Benchmarking Report in January 2010. To view this report, download a copy, and view main findings: click here. Benchmarking Project Partners and Team The Bicycling and Walking Benchmarking Project is made possible with support from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Planet Bike, and Bikes Belong. The Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) review committee ensures that our biennial Benchmarking Reports are realistic and valuable to traffic engineers.  We are also thankful to our project team including: John Pucher, PhD, Rutgers University, Research Consultant Ralph Buehler, PhD, Virginia Tech, Research Consultant Andrew Dannenberg, MD, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Project Advisor Steven Skowronski, MPA, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Project Advisor Gabe Rousseau, PhD, Federal Highway Administration, Project Advisor Deb Hubsmith, National Safe Routes to School Partnership, Project Advisor Arthur M. Wendel, MD, MPH, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Project Advisor Philip J. Caruso, PE, Institute of Transportation Engineers, ITE Review Committee John N. LaPlante, PE, T.Y. Lin International, ITE Review Committee Tatiana Richey, Institute of Transportation Engineers, ITE Review Committee Matthew D. Ridgway, AICP, PTP, Fehr & Peers, ITE Review Committee Jeffrey R. Riegner, PE, AICP, Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, ITE Review Committee Edward R. Stollof, AICP, Institute of Transportation Engineers, ITE Review Committee Shawn M. Turner, PE, Texas Transportation Institute, ITE Review Committee Jeff Miller, Alliance for Biking & Walking, Project Advisor Kristen Steele, Alliance for Biking & walking, Project Manager Monica Altmaier, Research Assistant Alliance member organizations are vital to the success of this project. 2009-01-27T01:41:09+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/sram_cycling_fund_awards_400000_to_the_league_and_thunderhead_alliance_for_/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/sram_cycling_fund_awards_400000_to_the_league_and_thunderhead_alliance_for_/#When:22:37:55Z Washington, DC – January 21, 2009 SRAM has announced a grant of $400,000 to the Alliance for Biking & Walking and the League of American Bicyclists to boost the advocacy capacity of local cyclists. Jeffrey Miller, President of the Alliance for Biking & Walking commented on the strength SRAM will provide to Alliance organizations working at the local level. ” Much of the progress over the past decade has been through the hard work of these dedicated advocates. This incredible support from SRAM boosts our ability to support them directly.” Read the press release… Media, Press Releases 2009-01-21T22:37:55+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/advocacy_awards/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/advocacy_awards/#When:16:17:25Z The Alliance for Biking & Walking launched an annual awards program for excellence in bicycling and walking advocacy in 2009. Nominations for the 2011 Advocacy Awards will be accepted in the fall of 2010. Stay tuned for updates from the Alliance to nominate your favorite advocate, business, or organization. Check out the 2009 Advocacy Award winners here. See the new 2010 Advocacy Award winners here (to be announced March 9, 2010). Media, Advocacy Awards 2009-01-06T16:17:25+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_december_2008_holiday_issue/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_december_2008_holiday_issue/#When:20:15:39Z Reflecting on 2008 Apply to Host a Winning Campaigns Training in 2009 Call for Nominations: 2009 Advocacy Awards Chicago T4T Training Builds Leaders’ Toolsets Newsletter Cut-and-Paste: Where does all the money go? Congrats to Alliance MembersClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2008-12-18T20:15:39+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_november_2008/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_november_2008/#When:06:46:13Z Bring a Winning Campaigns Training to You In 2009 Update: Bike/Ped Projects and the Economic Stimulus Bill Renew Your Alliance Membership/Support Today! Last Chance: Submit Your Name Ideas! Alliance is on Flickr! Submit Your Photos Newsletter Cut-and-Paste: Tell Obama to Make Healthy Transportation a PriorityClick here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2008-11-28T06:46:13+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_october_2008/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_october_2008/#When:06:41:26Z You’re Invited!: Bring Benchmarking to Your City Help Re-name Alliance - Win $$$ Making the Case for Increased Federal Investment in Biking and Walking 8th Annual New Partners for Smart Growth Conference Organization Tip: Annual Appeals-Recipe for Success Alliance Seeks Communications Intern Submit Your Ready-to-Go Bike/Ped Projects Final Call for Signers:  Impact the Next Transportation Bill Click here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2008-10-21T06:41:26+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_august_september_2008/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_august_september_2008/#When:17:47:50Z CDC Awards Contract to Advance Benchmarking Project Leadership Retreat Brings New Connections, New Ideas Training for Trainers—Applications Due October 31 Organization Tip: NETworking with Web 2.0 Featured Resource: Alliance Publications Alliance Hiring Research AssistantRead this issue here… Media, Streetside E-News 2008-09-24T17:47:50+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/broadway_broadens_pedestrian_access_usa_today/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/broadway_broadens_pedestrian_access_usa_today/#When:11:27:05Z The increasing concentration of Americans in the nation’s urban centers has helped spur efforts to make walking or bike riding safer and more appealing, advocates say. Communities encourage walking to tackle obesity, reduce the level of carbon emissions spewed by cars and promote a sense of community. That leads to initiatives that range from educating motorists about a pedestrian’s right of way to creating sidewalks where there were none. This article, with quotes from both Jeff Miller and Transportation Alternatives, examines the new pedestrian plazas created in New York City offering a bit of a national perspective. Read the full story here Media, In The News 2008-09-24T11:27:05+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/3_cascade_bicycle_club_small/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/3_cascade_bicycle_club_small/#When:22:38:52Z About, Sponsors, 2008 Retreat Sponsors 2008-09-23T22:38:52+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/2008_alliance_leadership_retreat/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/2008_alliance_leadership_retreat/#When:02:54:49Z Uniting Nearly Seventy Bicycle and Pedestrian Advocacy Leaders from Across North America Alliance leaders came together at the end of August for the 2008 Leadership Retreat, with participants spanning the North American continent—from Florida to Victoria, from New York to the Aloha State. Scott Bricker of the Bicycle Transportation Alliance summed it up well, "An excellent experience from start to finish. The energy I got from being around other cycling and walking advocates alone was worth every penny. Add the beautiful setting and the fantastic workshops on top of that, and it made for a weekend I won't forget any time soon" Large Group discussions focused on the New Transportation Bill, the Alliance’s vision to create and strengthen coalitions across North America and partner on a Retail Membership Program for member groups across the continent. Furthermore, sixteen small-group workshops delved into the topics of technology, fundraising, Complete Streets, Safe Routes to School, staffing, and membership development. In addition to all of the great knowledge and experience that was shared, ample time and opportunities for individual conversations, networking, bike rides, hikes, Frisbee, and of course the talent show, rounded out the retreat experience for all. Thanks to our fabulous sponsors, many advocacy leaders from new or smaller organizations were given scholarships, giving them the chance to attend. In addition to the strong support of Planet Bike, Trek, and the Spitzer Family Foundation, Rickshaw Bagworks invested heavily in the retreat by giving a beautiful Messenger Bag worth $180 to each participant! And thanks to many of our veteran leaders, fresh new leaders, and national partners, everyone learned lots of great new ideas. The realization that our movement has great power and so many opportunities for success inspired everyone. Quick Facts Nearly seventy Alliance Leaders gatheredM Representing 55 organizations from 23 states and 3 provinces Thank you to all of the participants for sharing your wisdom and strengthening your organization as well as the overall movement. Check out the retreat photos in the Alliance Photo Album Retreat Materials Alliance member organizations can visit the resource library for all materials from the leadership retreat including workshop materials, electronic copies of information in the packets, a surprise video and even lyrics to new songs inspired during the event. For resources from past Alliance Retreats, click here. Members, Training & Events, Leadership Retreat 2008-09-23T02:54:49+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/association_of_pedestrian_and_bicycling_professionals/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/association_of_pedestrian_and_bicycling_professionals/#When:00:19:52Z About, Sponsors, 2008 Retreat Sponsors 2008-09-23T00:19:52+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/national_safe_routes_to_school_partnership/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/national_safe_routes_to_school_partnership/#When:00:16:00Z National Safe Routes to School Partnership 2008 Retreat Sponsors 2008-09-23T00:16:00+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/spitzer_family_foundation/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/spitzer_family_foundation/#When:00:13:51Z Spitzer Family Foundation About, Sponsors, 2008 Retreat Sponsors 2008-09-23T00:13:51+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/rickshaw_bagworks/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/rickshaw_bagworks/#When:00:05:53Z About, Sponsors, 2008 Retreat Sponsors, 2009 Membership Training Sponsors 2008-09-23T00:05:53+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/trek/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/trek/#When:23:45:29Z About, Sponsors, 2008 Retreat Sponsors, 2009 Membership Training Sponsors 2008-09-22T23:45:29+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/center_for_disease_control/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/center_for_disease_control/#When:23:37:25Z Centers for Disease Control and Prevention About, Sponsors, Benchmarking Sponsors 2008-09-22T23:37:25+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/national_cycling_coalition_hires_new_campaign_director/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/national_cycling_coalition_hires_new_campaign_director/#When:14:24:00Z America Bikes selects Caron Whitaker to serve as D.C.-based cycling advocate and organizer for federal transportation bill campaign. Missoula, Montana — America Bikes, a coalition of national cycling and trail advocacy non-profits, has just announced that Caron Whitaker is the new Campaign Director for the organization. America Bikes works to secure improved funding and policy in support of bicycling in the federal transportation program, which is due to be renewed by September 30, 2009. Whitaker will coordinate the efforts of America Bikes over the next several years, as the federal transportation legislation takes form. America Bikes was influential in shaping the current bill, known as SAFETEA-LU, helping to secure $4.5 billion for cycling and walking programs and to launch a new federal initiative called Safe Routes to School. Whitaker brings extensive grassroots organizing and policy development experience to her new role. Most recently, she served as Director of Community Engagement for the National Wildlife Federation. She also has a background in land use and community planning. She holds a Master’s Degree in environmental management from Duke University and a Bachelor’s Degree from Williams College. She is an avid bicycle commuter and recreational rider. “We are delighted to have Caron on our team,” said Randy Neufeld, Chair of the Board of America Bikes and a senior policy advisor for the Chicagoland Bicycle Federation, one of America’s largest cycling advocacy groups. “She brings an excellent balance of policy and organizing skills. Caron will help the cycling community reach even greater heights on Capitol Hill and nationally,” said Neufeld. The organizational members of America Bikes (http://www.americabikes.org) are Adventure Cycling Association, Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals, Bikes Belong, International Mountain Bicycling Association, League of American Bicyclists, National Center for Bicycling & Walking, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, and the Alliance. Significant funding for America Bikes is generously provided by Bikes Belong (http://www.bikesbelong.org), an advocacy and grant-making organization sponsored by the U.S. bicycle industry with the goal of putting more people on bicycles more often. Media, In The News 2008-09-08T14:24:00+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_july_2008/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_july_2008/#When:16:58:12Z Over 60 to Attend Leadership Retreat: Save Your Spot—Register Today! Don’t Miss Pro Walk/Pro Bike in Seattle: Register by August 2nd for Lower Rate Help Secure $$$ for Bike/Ped Research: Your Input Needed for ‘09 Funding Newsletter Cut-and-Paste: Set the Stage Now for Transportation Funding Click here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2008-07-30T16:58:12+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_june_2008/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_june_2008/#When:20:38:58Z 2008 Leadership Retreat: Early Registration Deadline Extended Alliancealliance.org: New Member Connections and Tools Organization Tip: Planning a Successful Fundraising Ride Newsletter Cut-and-Paste: The True Lifetime Cost… and Benefit Click here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2008-06-30T20:38:58+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_may_2008/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/the_weather_report_may_2008/#When:20:19:52Z Alliance Releases Guide to Fundraising Rides Registration Open for 2008 Alliance Retreat 14 Campaigns Launched at Recent Alliance Training Organization Tip: Evaluating Individual Giving Programs Newsletter Cut-and-Paste: We Must be the People’s Voice Click here to read this issue… Media, Streetside E-News 2008-05-22T20:19:52+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/thunderhead_alliance/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/thunderhead_alliance/#When:16:50:12Z PO Box 65150 Washington, DC 20035 Fax: (614) 559-6742 Click here to email or call one of our staff directly or call an office near you: Washington, DC: 202-449-9692 San Francisco, CA: 415-513-5281 Columbus, OH: 614-626-4230 About, Contact Us 2008-05-21T16:50:12+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/thunderhead_alliance_guide_to_fundraising_rides2/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/thunderhead_alliance_guide_to_fundraising_rides2/#When:20:12:42Z From rural communities to big cities, organizations are planning fundraising bike rides that are bringing them new members, new partners, new political connections, and funds to help their organizations thrive.  What better way for a bicycle or pedestrian advocacy organization to show off their success in the community and raise awareness for their cause than to organize a fundraising ride/walk. But how does an organization get started organizing such an event? The Alliance for Biking and Walking’s Guide to Fundraising Rides is the first book to bring you the ins and outs of organizing fundraising rides that benefit bicycling. This Guide will take you through all the steps of planning a successful fundraising ride, from setting a date to thanking your sponsors and volunteers. Filled with expert advice, samples from successful rides, and take-away tools you can use, this Guide is an invaluable resource for the aspiring event planner while offering new tips and ideas to veteran ride directors. (2nd Edition, May 2009, 104 pages)   Media, Publications, Members, Publications 2008-05-20T20:12:42+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/2006_thunderhead_trainings_campaigns/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/2006_thunderhead_trainings_campaigns/#When:17:05:00Z Arizona Coalition of Arizona Bicyclists, Phoenix: Complete Streets California Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition, Cupertino: Connecting Communities by Connecting Trails Colorado Bicycle Aurora, Aurora: A Safe Fitzsimmons for Bikes and Peds Bike Denver, Denver: Fair Share for Bicycling in Denver Bicycle Douglas County, Douglas County: Bicycle Map for Douglas County Community Cycles, Boulder: Bicycle Parking Ordinance Fort Collins Velodrome Association, Ft. Collins: Build the Velodrome Bicycle Colorado: Colorado Share the Road License Plate Eco Trails, Eagle: Fair Share for Bicycling Bike Ft. Collins, Ft. Collins: Increase City Funds for Bicycling Connecticut Central Connecticut Bicycle Alliance: Statewide Share The Road Bike Rail Coalition, New Canaan: Bike-Rail Access Campaign Delaware Urban Bike Project, Wilmington: Create A Cycling Center! Florida Bike Miami, Miami: Build the Ludlam Trail Illinois Chicagoland Bicycle Federation, Chicago: Build the Calumet Sag Trail Chicagoland Bicycle Federation, Chicago: Sunday Parkways Montana Montana Pike/Ped Advocates: Montana Complete Streets New Jersey New Jersey Bicycle Coalition: Burlington Country Cycle Smart Walk-Bike Jersey: Organizational Development New Mexico BikeABQ, Albuquerque: East-West Path across Albuquerque New York Transportation Alternatives, New York: Long Island City/Queens Secure Bicycle Parking Facility & Bike Network Pennsylvania Bike Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh: Bike The System! Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia (BCGP), Philadelphia: Pedestrian Facilities in Parks Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia (BCGP), Philadelphia: Free and Clear Bike Lanes Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia (BCGP), Philadelphia: Free Ben’s Bridge Walkway Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia (BCGP)), Philadelphia: Bikes Unlimited - Unlimited SEPTA Regional Rail Access Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia (BCGP), Philadelphia: Guard The Way Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia (BCGP), Philadelphia: Scudder Falls Bike/Ped Connection Virginia Virginia Bicycling Federation, Statewide: Connect the Commonwealth by Implementing Complete Streets Washington, D.C. Washington Area Bicyclists Association (WABA), Fairfax, VA: On-Road Bike Route System for Fairfax County Washington Area Bicyclists Association (WABA), Washington, D.C.: Mt. Ranier - Grow the Bike Co-Op Washington Area Bicyclists Association (WABA), Washington, D.C.: Preserve the Palisades Street Car Line by Turning it into a Linear Park Washington Area Bicyclists Association (WABA), Washington, D.C.: A Trail to a Healthier NE (Build the Metro Branch Trail) Past Training 2008-05-20T17:05:00+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/2005_thunderhead_trainings_campaigns/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/2005_thunderhead_trainings_campaigns/#When:17:00:00Z Alabama Alabama Bicycle Coalition (AlaBike), Huntsville: Safe Routes to School California Bay Area Bicycle Coalition, Novato: Bike/Ped/Maintenance Path on West Span of the Bay Bridge Bike Alameda, Alameda: Alameda-Oakland Bike Access CA Outdoor Rollerskating Association, San Francisco: Healthy Saturdays on JFK in Golden Gate Park East Bay Bicycle Coalition, Oakland: Richmond/San Rafael Bridge Access Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition, Los Angeles: Sharrows for Los Angeles Peninsula Bicycle Coalition: Complete the Street - Old County Rd. S.C. San Francisco Bicycle Coalition, San Francisco: Complete the Citywide Bicycle Network San Luis Obispo County Bicycle Coalition, San Luis Obispo: Safe Routes to School Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition, Santa Rosa: SMART Bikeway Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition, Santa Rosa: Safe Routes to School Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition, Santa Rosa: Sonoma Complete Streets - Break the Barrier, Build the Bridge Transportation for a Livable City, San Francisco: Downtown Transit Village Transportation for a Livable City, San Francisco: Car Free Vacations in S.F. Walk San Francisco, San Francisco: Implement the Progressive Pedestrian Master Plan Colorado Bicycle Colorado, Denver: Colorado Complete Streets Friends of Ft. Collins Bicycle Program, Ft. Collins: Bike to Work Wednesdays Florida Alachua Bicycle Alliance, Alachua County: Connectivity Among People and Communities Through Trails and Safe Routes Alliance for Responsible Transportation, Sarasota: Secure Parking Project   Naples Pathways Coalition, Naples: Goodlette Frank Road Greenway (Complete Streets) University of Florida Dept. of Urban & Regional Planning, Gainesville: Center for Safe Ways to School Geogia Bike Athens, Athens: Safe Routes to School Pilot Program Bike Roswell!, Roswell: Complete Streets City of Decatur, Decatur: Model Bicycling Parking Requirements Georgia Bikes!, Atlanta: Know the Laws Know Your Rights GA Traffic Safety Campaign Georgia Velo, Peachtree City: Know the Laws Know Your Rights GA Traffic Safety Campaign PEDS, Atlanta: Campaign to Make Atlanta Walkable SoPo Bicycle Coop, Atlanta: Find A Home For SoPo Idaho Gem State Bicycle Alliance, Boise: Bike College Teton Valley Trails and Pathways, Driggs: Teton Valley Strategic Vision Indiana Indiana Bicycle Coalition, Indianapolis: Complete Streets Kansas Greater Kansas City Bicycle Federation Olathe: Bikes on Paseo Bridge Massachussets Boston Bicycle Planning Initiative, Cambridge: MPO TIP Complete Streets Policy Mississippi James Moore, Hattiesburg: Complete Streets Policy Missouri Missouri Bicycle Federation, Jefferson City: Missouri Safe Routes to School Nevada Silver State Bicycle Coalition, Las Vegas: State Route 159 Safety Improvement New Mexico BikeABQ, Albuquerque: Acequia Safe Routes New York New York Bicycling Coalition, New York: PR/Communications for Bike Route 5 Ohio Central Ohio Bicycle Advocacy Coalition, Columbus: Statewide Complete Streets Oklahoma Red Dirt Pedalers, Stillwater:Stillwater Complete Streets Policy Campaign Oregon Bicycle Transportation Alliance, Portland: Oregon Complete Streets Pennsylvania Bike Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh: Complete Streets Local Policies Rhode Island Bike Downtown, Providence: Bike Captain Subsidy Program South Carolina Charleston Moves, Charleston: Complete Streets Texas Bike Houston, Houston: Safe Routes to School Virginia Virginia Bicycling Federation, Arlington: Virginia Complete the Streets Policy BikeWalk Virginia, Williamsburg: Statewide implementation of complete streets aka PBUGs across Virginia Vermont Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition, Montpelier: Complete Streets Washington Bicycle Alliance of Washington, Seattle: Complete Streets not Mean Streets Bicycle Alliance of Washington, Seattle: WSDOT Special Event Policy for Bicycles Inland Northwest Trails Coalition, Spokane: Complete Fish Lake Rail Trail from Spokane to Cheney Nancy MacKerrow, Spokane: Plant a Susie Forest in Spokane Northwest Cycling League, Bellingham: Membership Drive and Development Wisconsin Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin, Madison: Bicycle-Friendly Communities Wyoming Friends of Pathways, Jackson Hole: Jackson & Teton County Complete Streets policy Past Training 2008-05-20T17:00:00+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/aarp/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/aarp/#When:15:26:00Z 2008-05-20T15:26:00+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/sram/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/sram/#When:15:24:57Z About, Sponsors, 2009trainingrfp, Training Sponsors 2008-05-20T15:24:57+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/saris_cycling_group/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/saris_cycling_group/#When:15:12:03Z About, Sponsors, 2008 Retreat Sponsors 2008-05-20T15:12:03+00:00 http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/local_government_commission/ http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/memberservices/local_government_commission/#When:15:11:00Z 2008-05-20T15:11:00+00:00 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