News & Updates

Show Support for Connecticut Ave Protected Likes

Show your support by speaking out and showing up for protected bike lanes on Connecticut Ave.

Action Alert, Blog Post, Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos on April 17, 2024.

Action Alert, Blog Post, Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on April 17, 2024.

 

Ride

DC Bicycle Advisory Council Ride of Q & R Streets

Join the Facilities Committee of the DC Bicycle Advisory Council for a ride.

Blog Post, Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos on April 16, 2024.

Blog Post, Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on April 16, 2024.

 

Ride

WABA events & advocacy in Montgomery County: An April update

Happy Spring! It’s the best time of the year for cycling, don’t you agree? And for WABA advocacy in Maryland and in Montgomery County.

Blog Post last updated by Seth Grimes on April 15, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Seth Grimes
on April 15, 2024.

 

Share Your Thoughts on the Future Design of Arlington’s Gateway Park

Arlington is set to redesign Gateway Park – share what you like and what you’d like to see, through 5/3.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on April 12, 2024.

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 5/3

Virtual

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 5/3, Virtual

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on April 12, 2024.

 

W&OD Trail 50th Anniversary Appreciation Cleanup

Join WABA and community partners for a coordinated cleanup all along the W&OD Trail in honor of Celebrate Trails Day!

Action Alert, Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on April 12, 2024.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on April 12, 2024.

 

Meetup

Earth Day River Cleanup at Oxon Cove

Join WABA and community partners for a trail cleanup at Oxon Cove in honor of Earth Day & Celebrate Trails Day!

Action Alert, Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on April 12, 2024.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on April 12, 2024.

 

Petition: Don’t cancel the Connecticut Ave protected bike lanes

Any safety improvements on Connecticut Avenue must improve the safety for all users, including people on bikes.

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos on April 12, 2024.

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on April 12, 2024.

 

Tell us how you’d like to get involved in Prince George’s County advocacy!

There are lots of ways to help out!

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on April 9, 2024.

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on April 9, 2024.

 

Take Action by April 7: Support Maryland Bicycling, Transit & Road-Safety Legislation

We need your help (before Monday evening!) to win positive votes on several Maryland bicycling, transit & road-safety bills. The 2024 Maryland legislative session ends at midnight on Monday, April 8. 

Action Alert last updated by Colin Browne on April 5, 2024.

Action Alert last updated by Colin Browne
on April 5, 2024.

 

Take Arlington’s Vision Zero Annual Safety Survey

Take Arlington’s 10-question VZ safety survey and use the interactive map to flag areas of concern, through 4/30.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on April 5, 2024.

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 4/30

Virtual

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 4/30, Virtual

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on April 5, 2024.

 

Virtual Community Meeting on Holland Lane Corridor Improvements Project

Join Alexandria staff for a virtual community meeting on the safety-focused Holland Lane Corridor Improvements Study.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on April 9, 2024.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on April 9, 2024.

 

Meetup

Provide Feedback on Alexandria’s Holland Lane Corridor Improvements Project

Review and share thoughts on Alexandria’s proposals to improve safety along Holland Lane, through 4/21.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on April 2, 2024.

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 4/21

Virtual

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 4/21, Virtual

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on April 2, 2024.

 

Share Feedback on Northern Virginia Transportation Authority’s Project List

Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA) is seeking feedback on its project list for future funding. Through 5/19.

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on April 2, 2024.

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 5/19

Virtual

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 5/19, Virtual

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on April 2, 2024.

 

WABA FY25 Budget Testimony Drop-in Working Session

To prepare for DC’s upcoming public hearings and comment periods on the District’s FY2025 budget (Council Schedule), including the DDOT hearing on April 30th, we’re hosting a drop-in working session to chat about the budget, share best practices for preparing your comments, and hear more about what you’ve been working on.

Action Alert, Blog Post, Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos on April 3, 2024.

Action Alert, Blog Post, Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on April 3, 2024.

 

Share your thoughts on Arlington’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)

How Should Arlington Invest in major infrastructure? Share your thoughts today!

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on April 1, 2024.

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 4/8

Virtual

Action Alert, External Link

Survey closes 4/8, Virtual

Action Alert, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on April 1, 2024.

 

Call for Votes on Maryland Bicycling & Road-Safety Legislation

“Sine die,” the close of the 2024 Maryland legislative session, is fast approaching. Bills that haven’t been heard and voted in committee within the next few days won’t pass the General Assembly before closing day, April 8th.

Action Alert last updated by Seth Grimes on April 1, 2024.

Action Alert last updated by Seth Grimes
on April 1, 2024.

 

Gateway Park Open House

Gateway Park is getting a redesign! Join the project team for an in-person info session and feedback opportunity.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on March 27, 2024.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on March 27, 2024.

 

Meetup

Walk & Learn: Engineering Safer Streets

Join Arlington County staff to learn how simple changes can make our streets safer.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien on March 27, 2024.

Action Alert, Event, External Link last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on March 27, 2024.

 

Meetup

Yet Another Little Falls Parkway Action Alert: Remove the Excess Asphalt

Ask the National Capital Planning Commission (NCPC) to prioritize Little Falls Parkway safety and green space by removing unneeded road pavement.

Action Alert last updated by Seth Grimes on March 26, 2024.

Action Alert last updated by Seth Grimes
on March 26, 2024.

 

Newsletter: high honors

things to celebrate on a rainy weekend

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on March 22, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on March 22, 2024.

 

Welcome Walk- Anacostia River Trail Bridge to Bridge

GirlTrek’s Welcome Walks center our joy and there’s an ecosystem of these local and national events to support you. Use the map to connect to the movement and women near you.

Blog Post, Event last updated by Colin Browne on April 4, 2024.

Blog Post, Event last updated by Colin Browne
on April 4, 2024.

 

Ride - Partner Event

WABA Advocacy Director wins Advocate of the Year!

Jeremiah Lowery was recognized as the National Professional Advocate of the Year by the League of American Bicyclists at the National Bike Summit.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on March 20, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on March 20, 2024.

 

Tell us how you’d like to get involved in Montgomery County advocacy!

There are lots of ways to help out!

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Seth Grimes on April 12, 2024.

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Seth Grimes
on April 12, 2024.

 

2024 Alexandria County Candidate Meet and Greet

Join WABA for a meet-and-greet to hear from Alexandria City Council and Mayoral candidates who are running in this year’s primary election.

Blog Post, Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade on April 2, 2024.

Blog Post, Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on April 2, 2024.

 

Meetup

Ward 7 DC Council Candidate Meet and Greet

Come meet DC Council Candidates for wards 7 and 8!

Blog Post, Event last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on April 4, 2024.

Blog Post, Event

April 8th

Blog Post, Event

April 8th,

Blog Post, Event last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on April 4, 2024.

 

Meet the 5 in Stride Campaign!

Bring five friends and family members with you to make new connections with community members and community places through engaging events ranging from walking, hiking, biking, bird watching, art creating, and more!

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on March 18, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on March 18, 2024.

 

Five in Stride Campaign

Elevating the great outdoor resources that DC’s Wards 7 and 8.

Blog Post last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 15, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 15, 2024.

 

Newsletter: loud engines and quiet corners

We all do what we can to deny the cold indifference of the universe but I sure wish the car culture crowd would find a way to do so that doesn’t undermine the health and safety of the rest of us.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on March 15, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on March 15, 2024.

 

Not the post-General Assembly blog I wanted to post

Virginia Senate Transportation Committee blocks key safety legislation.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on March 15, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne
on March 15, 2024.

 

Support Pro-Bicycling, Pro-Safety Maryland Legislation

It’s crunch time for the 2024 Maryland legislative session, and there’s some good stuff that needs your support!

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 27, 2024.

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 27, 2024.