Dear Supporter,
I wanted you to know about several opportunities for you to advocate for bicycling in Tacoma in the next couple of weeks.
It's an exciting time in Tacoma for bicycling, as we elect new leaders and form a master plan for the city.
Tacoma Bike-In, October 17: Save the date!
What can you do to improve bicycling in Tacoma and throughout Washington? Join Cascade Bicycle Club and the Tacoma Wheelmen on Sat., Oct. 17 for a workshop on bike advocacy.
We'll discuss how we can use our clout to demand better facilities and just laws for bicyclists. Also, the outcome of the bicycle and pedestrian count, and how the data we collect on bicycling is crucial to our safety as bicyclists.
Together, we'll strategize on making a difference in Tacoma and working together for better state laws and federal funding of trails and other facilities.
Schedule:
10am - 1pm: Workshop at the Tacoma Downtown Library, 1102 Tacoma Avenue South
1pm - 3pm: Bike tour of Tacoma with bicycle planners and special guests (stay tuned for details!)
3pm - eve.: Meet at the Harmon HUB for drinks
Click here to RSVP!
Mobility Master Plan Workshops
Over the next week there are three chances to participate in the first community workshops for Tacoma's Mobility Master Plan.
Where are Tacoma's vital corridors that need safe access for bicyclists?
Where do you see gaps in what should be a connected network of bicycle and pedestrian facilities?
Come share your thoughts about how to improve Tacoma's bicycling and walking environments, as well as connections to transit.
Click below for more information:
Wednesday, Sept. 23, 5:30-7:30pm - South Park Community Center
Thursday, Sept. 24, 5:30-7:30pm - Norpoint Centre
Monday, Sept. 28, 5:30-7:30pm - Rasmussen Rotunda in Wheelock Student Center, University of Puget Sound
Tacoma Mayor / City Council Candidate Forum
Where do the candidates running to represent you stand on bicycling? Please join Cascade Bicycle Club, the Tacoma Wheelmen, Transportation Choices Coalition, The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber and other co-hosting organizations for a debate on all transportation and land use issues.
If you can't attend, you can submit your questions for the candidates prior to the event to juliap@tacomachamber.org
Event details:
Thursday, Oct 1st, 6:30-8:30pm
Carwein Auditorium, UWT (in the Keystone Building, click for map)
I hope you can make it to one, two, or all three of these events. Enjoy your ride!
Thanks,
