Now is the time to show up

You’ve heard my message about how important it is to show up. Well, today is your day. Here is an important message from the League of American Bicyclists that I think anyone who cares about cycling should take a moment to read and take action. Thanks for showing up. Jb.

On March 15th, the Secretary of Transportation, Ray LaHood, announced a new policy statement that calls for the end of treating bicycling and walking as second-class modes of transportation. Read the whole statement.
LaHood’s leadership sets a great example for the states to follow. It is an important step in completing bicycle and pedestrian networks all over the country. But there is a lot of work to do to get there. Already, opponents have attacked the secretary for speaking out in favor of active transportation. We need our elected officials and state Departments of Transportation to really understand how important bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure is to all of us. You can help!

Please take a moment to:
·        Thank Secretary LaHood for his leadership on this issue and call on him to continue to fight for safe, healthy, clean transportation options – thank him on Facebook, (also follow his blog and Twitter feed)
·        Urge your governor and state DOT to support the USDOT policy statement on bicycling and walking, and
·        Find advocacy organizations and clubs in your area (enter your zip code) and work with them to speak up for bicycling!

The League of American Bicyclists is eager to ensure that the priorities of the policy statement are realized. Help us continue our efforts.

Comments

[Ericka Lozano]

done! thanks, jb!

[steve]

If you can write well don't forget local newspapers. Our little town paper has already published an op-ed that denounces the policy. It was written by someone from a trucking advocacy group that is headquartered in the area.

[B.Temesy]

YIKES ID is a proud supporter of active transportation and is committed to promoting safety when one cycles, runs, or walks. YIKES ID has sent a letter to its California Gov.Arnold S. requesting he continue to support the USDOT statement.
http://www.yikesid.com