Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Bike Cleveland Working For Safe Streets ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://www.bikecleveland.org/our-work/news/) - [15-minute cities: what are they and how do bikes fit in?](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/15-minute/2023/06/) - In this summer blog series, we will be examining the intersectionality of multiple issues related to mobility and the need to expand protected bike infrastructure. This week’s post will discuss the concept of 15 - minute cities and the crucial role that bikes can play within them. Sign our petition calling on the City of - [Public Meeting: Lake & Clifton in Rocky River/Lakewood](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bikerockyriver/public-meeting-lake-clifton-in-rocky-river-lakewood/2023/06/) - Join Cuyahoga County Public Works and the Cuyahoga County Planning Commission, in partnership with the cities of Lakewood and Rocky River, tonight (Tuesday, June 27th at 6pm at Memorial Hall (21016 Hilliard Blvd) to hear the latest updates on the transformational project to improve connections on Lake Road and Clifton Boulevards between the cities of Lakewood - [The role of bicycling in reducing carbon emissions and how protected infrastructure can help](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bicycling-reducing-carbon-emissions/2023/06/) - In this summer blog series, we will be examining the intersectionality of multiple issues related to mobility and the need to expand protected bike infrastructure. This week’s post will discuss the effect that increasing bike ridership can have on decarbonization. Sign our petition calling on the City of Cleveland to upgrade our bike network to - [Bike to Work Day -July](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-july-6/2026/07/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in July! We will be on top of the Detroit-Superior Bridge (eastbound bike lane). We have commuters plus hybrid and work-from-home folks that ride out in the morning to enjoy the hot (and cold!) coffee and delicious snacks we have ready for bicycle commuters on this celebration of two-wheeled mobility. - [Bike GardenWalk 2026](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-gardenwalk-2026/2026/07/) - Bike Cleveland is proud to partner with GardenWalk Cleveland for the 2026 GardenWalk taking place July 11th and 12th from 10am-5pm. As part of our partnership we've be created a series of curated route maps for touring 2026 garden locations by bike. GardenWalk Cleveland is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization that offers free, self-guided tour of - [Bike Lane Sweeper Guide](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/sweeper-guide/2026/07/) - If you're looking to volunteer and take out our Bike Lane Sweeper - you're in the right place. For your safety, and the proper operation of the sweeper, we need to make sure you know a few things before heading out. Please read through before attempting to attach the sweeper and head out on the - [Action Alert: Parking Benefits Fund](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-parking-benefits-fund/2026/06/) - Take Action: Tell Cleveland City Council to Support the Parking Benefits Fund Cleveland has an opportunity to make our neighborhoods safer, more accessible, and more connected, but we need your help to make it happen. New records retrieved by Cleveland.com found that the City of Cleveland brought in $1.17 million in just 4 months under - [Can I ride my e-bike there?](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/e-bike/2018/12/) - Ohio recently passed a statewide e-bike law, which mirrors those in a growing list of states. It's an effort to provide some regulation and standards for a type of powered vehicle that is growing in popularity, and destined to share pathways and trails with non-assisted machines. Before we can delve into where you can take - [Lakewood Bike With A Mayor 2026](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/lakewood-bike-with-a-mayor-2026/2026/06/) - Join Bike Lakewood, Mayor George, and members of Lakewood City Council on a ride in our community on Saturday, June 27th! Riders of all ages and abilities are invited to come meet their local leaders and share their experiences with bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure in our city. The “Bike with a Mayor” series aims - [GEAR UP for STEAM Camp 2026](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/camp-2026/2026/05/) - GEAR UP for STEAM Camp 2026 Get Excited and Riding — Understanding Principles of STEAM! Join us this summer at Cleveland State University for an exciting month-long experience where middle schoolers, including kids going into 6th and 9th grade will explore the connections between bicycling, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics through hands-on learning, creativity, - [Summer 2026 Rocky River Construction Guide](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bikerockyriver/summer-2026-rocky-river-construction-guide/2026/06/) - Navigate Rocky River safely this summer. Our cycling map marks construction zones to avoid (orange) and recommended safer streets (green). Updated as needed. - [Using 311 for Safe Streets Advocacy](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/using-311-for-safe-streets-advocacy/2026/06/) - We're keeping our streets clean, safe, and accessible for all with Cleveland's 311 system. Learn how to use 311 to report bike/pedestrian safety issues. - [Get Ready to Ride: Join the Bike Rocky River Monthly Social Ride!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bikerockyriver/get-ready-to-ride-join-the-bike-rocky-river-monthly-social-ride/2026/05/) - Looking for a fun way to get active, meet your neighbors, and help build a stronger community? Join us for the new Social Ride: Bike Rocky River! This isn't a race, and it's definitely not for hardcore training. Our goal is simple: get out together, be seen on the roads, make new friends, and - [Bike to Work Day - June](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-june-5/2026/06/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in June! We will be on top of the Detroit-Superior Bridge (eastbound bike lane). We have commuters plus hybrid and work-from-home folks that ride out in the morning to enjoy the hot (and cold!) coffee and delicious snacks we have ready for bicycle commuters on this celebration of two-wheeled mobility. - [Ride to Meet the Trucks and Use Bike Lakewood’s Bike Valet](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/trucks-valet/2026/05/) - Meet the Trucks returns to Lakewood Park on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and Bike Lakewood is excited to once again provide a free bike valet service to help families ride to the event. Meet the Trucks is one of Lakewood’s most popular family events, and parking is expected to be limited, so families are encouraged to - [Hiring: Education Assistant](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/hiring-education-assistant-2/2026/05/) - Bike Cleveland is seeking a Part-Time Education Assistant to support hands-on bicycle education and community programming across Greater Cleveland. This is a unique opportunity for someone who is passionate about education, youth engagement, and creating healthier, more connected communities through active transportation. The Education Assistant will work closely with Bike Cleveland’s Education Director to help - [Introducing the Safe Routes to School Communication Toolkit](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/safe-routes-toolkit/2026/05/) - Safe Routes to School conversations often focus on infrastructure: sidewalks, bike lanes, crossings, traffic calming, and intersection design. But infrastructure is only part of the picture. The messages families receive from schools, districts, cities, PTAs, and community organizations also shape how students travel to school. Communications influence expectations, reinforce safety behaviors, normalize transportation choices, and - [Hiring: Education Assistant](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/hiring-education-assistant/2026/05/) - Bike Cleveland is seeking a Part-Time Education Assistant to support hands-on bicycle education and community programming across Greater Cleveland. This is a unique opportunity for someone who is passionate about education, youth engagement, and creating healthier, more connected communities through active transportation. The Education Assistant will work closely with Bike Cleveland’s Education Director to help - [Hiring: Advocacy Manager](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/hiring-advocacy-manager/2026/02/) - We're excited to announce that this position has been filled. You can learn about our new advocacy manager, Tommy Oddo, here. Bike Cleveland is in search of an Advocacy Manager to develop and win support for key biking and walking infrastructure improvements across Greater Cleveland. This is a unique opportunity for someone who believes streets - [Book Bike Storytime Returns for Summer 2026](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/book-bike/2026/05/) - This summer, families around Lakewood can spot Miss Emily’s Book Bike rolling into parks and community events with stories, songs, and free books for children. Created by librarian and longtime storytime presenter Emily Lindberg, the Book Bike is Emily's personal cargo bike transformed into a traveling storytime space, bringing books and literacy directly into the - [Meet Tommy - our new Advocacy Manager!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/meet-tommy/2026/05/) - The team at Bike Cleveland has grown again! We’re excited to add Tommy Oddo to the mix as our Advocacy Manager. In this new role Tommy will be dedicated to developing and winning support for key biking and walking infrastructure improvements in Cleveland. Tommy will be working closely with our Better Street Committees and elected - [Bike to Work Day - May](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-may-4/2026/04/) - Celebrate National Bike to Work Day in May at multiple locations! Yes - you can do more than one if that works for your route and schedule! We even have hybrid and work-from-home folks that ride out in the morning to enjoy the hot coffee and delicious snacks we have ready for bicycle commuters on - [Ride of Silence + "Changing Lanes" Film Screening](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ride-silence/2026/04/) - On Thursday, May 21st - 2026, join people from across Greater Cleveland (and the world) for the most important event of the year. Local cyclists will join others across the globe in a silent slow-paced ride in honor of vulnerable road users who have been injured or killed on our public roadways. Our recent Crash - [May is National Bike Month!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/may26/2026/04/) - May is National Bicycle Month, and along with the League of American Bicyclists we urge you to get outside and spend some quality time on your bike! Here's a quick roundup of what's going on: Multiple Dates: Slow Roll Cleveland | More Details | With multiple rides in May, and a schedule that runs the - [Advocacy Training: Using 311 for Advocacy](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/advocacy-training-using-311-for-advocacy/2025/12/) - Join our online classes to strengthen your advocacy skills! Check out the topics and dates below and register here: Advocacy Training Registration January 6th | 7p | Cleveland's Complete Streets Policy February 9th | 7p | Parking Reform w/ the Parking Reform Network March 30th | 7p | Understanding Cleveland's Budget May 13 | 7p - [Celebrate Trails Day | Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/celebratetrails/2026/03/) - Weather: The rain has passed - and we're looking forward to celebrating trails! Come Celebrate Trails in Cleveland on April 25th with this opportunity to go for a casual bicycle ride or walk! This free event is an outstanding chance to experience both finished projects and learn about what is underway with the local leaders - [Operation Clean Sweep](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/operation-clean-sweep/2026/04/) - We all know that at times, Cleveland's bike lanes can gather some serious crud. The City makes it's best efforts to remove debris - but we see this pedal-powered sweeper as a way to help bridge the gap and keep common routes cleaner and safer more often. Our social media followers have been sending us videos of - [Advocacy Training: 2025 Crash Report](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/advocacy-training-2025-crash-report/2025/12/) - Join us online throughout this winter to strengthen your advocacy skills! Check out the topics and dates below and register here: Advocacy Training Registration January 6th | 7p | Cleveland's Complete Streets Policy February 9th | 7p | Parking Reform w/ the Parking Reform Network March 30th | 7p | Understanding Cleveland's Budget May 13 - [Spring Hike & Bike Week - May 11–15](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/hike-bike/2026/04/) - Students in preschool through fifth grade across Lakewood are invited to walk or bike to school during Spring Hike & Bike Week! Organized by Bike Lakewood, the City of Lakewood, and Lakewood City Schools, this citywide biannual event is designed to build excitement around walking and biking to school—not just for one week, but as a regular part - [Helping New Drivers Navigate a Changing Street Environment](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/new-drivers/2026/04/) - If you’ve spent any time on Lakewood’s streets lately, you’ve probably noticed things are changing. New bike lanes. Updated intersections. More people choosing to walk or bike for everyday trips. With those changes can come uncertainty—especially for new and soon-to-be drivers who are still learning how to navigate real-world situations behind the wheel. Questions like: - [BLOG | Education in Motion](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/education/blog-education-in-motion/2026/04/) - Human Awareness Month - Youth Opportunities - Turning Your Passion Into Action April Focus: Human Awareness Month As the weather begins to shift and Northeast Ohio comes back to life, more people are walking, biking, and rolling throughout our communities. April serves as an important reminder: People are outside more. Awareness matters. Safety matters. - [SEMINAR | Cycling Instructor Seminar (LCI Certification)](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cycling-instructor-seminar/2026/03/) - Registration for the 10/9 - 10/11, 2026 LCI seminar in Cleveland, OH is now open! The courses cover topics such as performing a bicycle safety check, how to operate and bicycle safely and legally, motorist education, evasive maneuvers, group riding, and more. After successful completion of the 3-day, League Coach-led seminar, participants will receive League - [Join Us April 8 for Lake-Clifton Connector Updates](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bikerockyriver/join-us-april-8-for-lake-clifton-connector-updates/2026/03/) - Wednesday, April 8, 2026 7:00 p.m. Rocky River Public Library After years of anticipation and planning, construction on the Lake-Clifton Connector project begins this spring. This project will improve access for cyclists and pedestrians between Webb Road in Lakewood and Linda Street in Rocky River by eliminating the current highway look and feel Join Bike Rocky River on April 8 at the Library for an exclusive look at the Lake-Clifton Connector. Meet experts to learn about new bike/pedestrian designs. - [Bike Rocky River — 2026 Save the Dates](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bikerockyriver/bike-rocky-river-2026-save-the-dates/2026/01/) - Bike Rocky River — 2026 Save the Dates 🚲 We’re gearing up for 2026 and wanted to share a save-the-date preview of what’s coming up with Bike Rocky River. These events are still in planning mode, but we wanted to get them on your calendar early. More details will be posted here as each date Join Bike Rocky River in 2026 for social events, public meetings, and group rides open to all abilities. Save the dates and watch this space for details. - [Action Alert: Don’t Delay the Midway](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/midwaydelay/2026/03/) - The Superior Midway project has finally completed public engagement, detailed design, and is fully funded. Now, the Ohio Department of Transportation’s highway expansion plan is threatening the long overdue groundbreaking of Cleveland’s Superior Midway project. ODOT is requiring further traffic analysis to see how the project will interact with a planned highway expansion project, which - [Pedal to the Premiere!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/pedal-to-the-premiere/2026/03/) - Join us in Playhouse Square for a short bike tour of Cleveland before watching A Simple Machine! We're honored to be a Community Partner with the Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF) - and this year we have something special for you! We'll meet on Sunday, April 12th for a unique opportunity to ride with filmmaker - [Public Meeting | Feb 26th: Parma Greenway](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-parma/parma-greenway/2026/01/) - We’re excited to share a unique feature in your neighborhood: the Parma Greenway — a 7-mile urban route connecting West Creek Reservation to Big Creek Reservation. This isn’t a trail, but a thoughtfully designed route through residential streets and natural areas that safely links parks, schools, stores, and more. The greenway meets Ohio’s safety standards - [Introducing Bike Lakewood’s Walk Audit Toolkit](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/walk-audit-toolkit/2026/02/) - Introducing Bike Lakewood’s Walk Audit Toolkit Making routes to school safer—starting with Winter Walk Walking to school offers kids so much more than just a way to get from point A to point B. It supports physical health, independence, connection to the neighborhood, and confidence navigating the world around them. For many students, walking is - [Help Make Lakewood’s Routes to School Safer: Join Our Intersection Audit Effort](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/lakewood-intersection-audit/2025/10/) - Bike Lakewood is proud to partner with Lakewood City Schools and the City of Lakewood through the Hike & Bike program to make it safer and easier for students to walk and bike to school. As part of this collaboration, Bike Lakewood has launched Safe Routes to School Intersection Audits — a community-led effort to collect on-the-ground data about how our intersections function - [2026 Bike Cleveland Fundo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2026-bike-cleveland-fundo/2026/01/) - Hold the date! We're back with the 12th annual Bike Cleveland Fundo p/b Knabe Law Firm on Saturday, August 22nd! Complete details and Early Bird registration begin on April 1st. Last year's info can be reviewed at clefundo.org - [CLASS | E-Bike 101: Learn, Ask, Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/class-e-bike-101-learn-ask-ride/2026/01/) - E-Bike 101: Learn, Ask, Ride Join us for an E-Bike 101 Session on the first Wednesday of March, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Sixth City Cycles (4274 Pearl Rd., Ste. A, Cleveland, OH 44109). This introductory session is designed for anyone curious about e-bikes and how they can support healthier, more connected communities. Participants will learn: - [Gear Up for the 2026 Winter Bike Social!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bikerockyriver/gear-up-for-the-2026-winter-bike-social/2026/01/) - Winter in Rocky River doesn't mean the cycling conversation stops. We are thrilled to invite you to our 2026 Winter Bike Social, hosted in partnership with our friends at Eddy’s Bike Shop. This isn't just a meet-up—it’s a chance to warm up with the community, talk about the future of our streets, and enjoy some - [BLOG | Education In Motion](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/why-bike-education-matters/2026/01/) - Why Bike Education Matters Diana Hildebrand | Education Director January is a season of intention. It’s when we pause, reflect, and decide how we want to move forward—both individually and as a community. January is about setting the foundation. Before the miles, the rides, the events, and the celebrations, there is education. Because bike education - [SEMINAR | League Cycling Seminar - 2025](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/leauge-cycling-seminar-2025/2024/11/) - Do you have a desire to make cycling safe and accessible for others? Become a League Cycling Instructor with the League of American Bicyclists! League Cycling Instructors (LCI's) are ambassadors for better biking through education. After earning certification through a 3-day, League Coach-led seminar, LCIs teach Smart Cycling classes to children as well as adults. - [CLASS | How We Roll: Fitness Benefits and Recreational Appeal of Cycling](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/how-we-roll-benefits-appeal/2025/02/) - Discover the joy and benefits of cycling with expert instructors Diana Hildebrand and Scott Wachter! Join us for an engaging session where they’ll share how cycling can boost your fitness, improve mental well-being, and add adventure to your routine. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider, Diana and Scott will highlight the recreational appeal - [CLASS | Smart Cycling: Navigating Bike Law & Safety Like a Pro](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-law/2025/02/) - ***Class is full. Thank you for your support!*** Join us for Smart Cycling: Navigating Bike Law & Safety Like a Pro, an essential Smart Cycling session designed to equip you with the knowledge and confidence to ride safely and legally on the road. This engaging discussion will feature guest speaker Ken Knabe, a leading bike - [CAMP | Join Our Middle School STEM Summer Bike Camp](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/join-our-middle-school-stem-summer-bike-camp/2025/03/) - Pedal into a Summer of Innovation and Exploration! Are you ready for an exciting, hands-on adventure where science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) come to life—on two wheels? This summer, in partnership with Cleveland Metropolitan School District and Cleveland State University, we’re offering a unique opportunity for middle school students to explore Cleveland on their - [CLASS | How We Roll: Minor Maintenance & Repair](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/how-we-roll-minor-maintenance-repair/2025/04/) - Thank you for the support! Class is full. Join us for an evening covering one of our hottest topics - minor bike maintenance and roadside repair. This class aims to give you the basic understanding and experience you need to feel more confident during your adventures. Demonstration bikes and wheels are provided for the session. - [EVENT | Silver Spokes - Lowe Park](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/silver-spokes-lowe-park/2025/07/) - Join Bike Cleveland and the Cleveland Department of Aging for Silver Spokes—a fun, welcoming, and age-friendly cycling program designed to help older adults stay active, social, and confident on two wheels! Silver Spokes offers everything you need to get rolling again: learn the rules of the road, discover how to choose the right bike for - [EVENT | Silver Spokes - Zone Rec](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/silver-spokes-zone-rec/2025/07/) - Join Bike Cleveland and the Cleveland Department of Aging for Silver Spokes—a fun, welcoming, and age-friendly cycling program designed to help older adults stay active, social, and confident on two wheels! Silver Spokes offers everything you need to get rolling again: learn the rules of the road, discover how to choose the right bike for - [CLASS | Bike Commuting 101](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-commuting-101/2025/09/) - Thinking about biking to work, school, or around the city but not sure where to begin? Bike Commuting 101 is designed for anyone curious about making the switch to two wheels for their daily travel. In this session, we’ll cover the essentials—from choosing the right bike and gear, to planning safe and efficient routes, to - [Winter Social at Gear Up Velo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/winter-social-at-gear-up-velo/2026/01/) - Our socials are a chance for you to join Bike Cleveland or renew your membership, AND check out some of the finest bike shops in the area! This February edition helps alleviate the cabin fever that takes hold this time of year. Hang with some fine bike folks at this casual event to celebrate bicycles, - [SOLD OUT | 2026 Annual Meeting & Member Social](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/26annualmeeting/2025/12/) - We are SOLD OUT at full capacity. Thank you for your support! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [Better Streets Meetings](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/better-streets-meetings/2025/05/) - To support and empower Cleveland residents to improve the safety, comfort, and accessibility of our streets, Bike Cleveland's neighborhood committees advance hyper-local infrastructure and promote alternative transportation. These committees will be made up of resident volunteers who are passionate about improving the infrastructure in their neighborhoods. Join our active Better Street Committees in the neighborhoods - [Advocacy Training: Understanding Cleveland's Budget](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/advocacy-training-understanding-clevelands-budget/2025/12/) - Join us online throughout this winter to strengthen your advocacy skills! Check out the topics and dates below and register here: Advocacy Training Registration January 6th | 7p | Cleveland's Complete Streets Policy February 9th | 7p | Parking Reform w/ the Parking Reform Network March 30th | 7p | Understanding Cleveland's Budget April 21st - [Advocacy Training: Parking Reform w/ the Parking Reform Network](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/advocacy-training-parking-reform-w-the-parking-reform-network/2025/12/) - Join us online throughout this winter to strengthen your advocacy skills! Check out the topics and dates below and register here: Advocacy Training Registration January 6th | 7p | Cleveland's Complete Streets Policy February 9th | 7p | Parking Reform w/ the Parking Reform Network March 30th | 7p | Understanding Cleveland's Budget April 21st - [Advocacy Training: Cleveland's Complete Streets Policy](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/advocacy-training-clevelands-complete-streets-policy/2025/12/) - Join us online throughout this winter to strengthen your advocacy skills! Check out the topics and dates below and register here: Advocacy Training Registration January 6th | 7p | Cleveland's Complete Streets Policy February 9th | 7p | Parking Reform w/ the Parking Reform Network March 30th | 7p | Understanding Cleveland's Budget April 21st - [Crash Monitoring Training](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/crash-monitoring-training/2025/11/) - Our annual Crash Report is a valuable tool in presenting an accurate reality of crashes in Cleveland - especially those involving cyclists and pedestrians. In this Zoom seminar, you will learn how to help us review and catalog individual crash reports that we use for this tool in our work for safer streets. Date: Thursday, - [Citywide Better Streets Social & Celebration](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/citywide-social/2025/11/) - The number of our Better Streets committees has been growing - and it's time to celebrate! If you have been on the fence about joining your neighbors in fostering positive change, this event might be the perfect time to learn what's happening and get prepared for the next year of progress. Come enjoy some food, - [Cranksgiving Cleveland 2025](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cranksgiving-cleveland-2025/2025/10/) - Cleveland’s cycling community is once again gathering food for disadvantaged families and senior citizens this holiday season! Bike Cleveland is pleased to present Cranksgiving, a food drive by bicycle. There is no cost to join the event, but cyclists usually spend about $20 (or however much you can) on food and supplies for others. How - [Roll to the Polls](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/roll-to-the-polls-4/2025/10/) - Roll to the Polls for early voting Saturday, November 1st. We have two meet-up locations, one east and one west, that will ride to the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections to vote. If you’ve already voted, that’s OK! You are still welcome to roll with us in the spirit of non-partisan democracy and community. Facebook - [Find out where Cleveland City Council Candidates stand on transportation, street safety, and accessibility](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/find-out-where-cleveland-city-council-candidates-stand-on-transportation-street-safety-and-accessibility/2025/10/) - Biking, walking, public transit, and accessibility are political issues. Each election cycle, we want to make sure that candidates understand issues that are important to constituents. In partnership with Clevelanders for Public Transit and Linking Employment, Abilities, and Potential (LEAP), Bike Cleveland is providing all Cleveland City Council candidates an opportunity to talk directly about - [2025 Lakewood Candidate Election Questionnaire](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/2025-lakewood-candidate-election-questionnaire/2025/09/) - As Lakewood's advocacy group for people who walk and bike, we feel that biking and walking are political issues. When you choose to get around by foot or by bike, you are addressing critically important issues: personal health, air quality, oil dependence, economics, infrastructure, and safety. In the case of street safety, 1 in 5 - [Cancelled | Random Acts of Brightness | Oct 22nd](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/random-acts-of-brightness-14/2025/09/) - Update/Cancellation: Today's weather looks to be cold, wet, and very windy - past experience has taught us that this yields poor results. Please make plans to join us on Tuesday evening for our next chance: Random Acts | October 28 Random Acts of Brightness is Bike Cleveland's initiative to install front and rear bicycle light - [Ghouls & Goblins Spooky Spin](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ghouls-goblins-spooky-spin/2025/10/) - We're teaming up with the Ohio City Bicycle Co-op for a Halloween-themed casual ride! This fun ride starts at the Co-op, and then you get to hangout with everyone afterwards at Brick and Barrel Brewing. It's free to attend the ride, but please register so we can get a feel for how many scary folks - [2025 Lake Eeerie Challenge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2025-lake-eeerie-challenge/2025/10/) - The 2025 Lake Erie CAR(bon) FREE Challenge is here! Open to residents, employees, and students in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, and Medina Counties. Log your alternative trips (work, school, errands) on Gohio Commute for a chance to win prizes! Weekly raffle prizes for anyone who logs a trip Grand prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd - [Random Acts of Brightness | Oct 9th](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/random-acts-of-brightness-12/2025/09/) - Random Acts of Brightness is Bike Cleveland's initiative to install front and rear bicycle light sets for riders with unlit bikes by intercepting cyclists while they are riding around in the dark. Since 2012, Bike Cleveland and volunteers have given away over 5,000 free bike lights through our Random Acts of Brightness program. This year's - [Random Acts of Brightness | Oct 28th](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/random-acts-of-brightness-13/2025/09/) - Random Acts of Brightness is Bike Cleveland's initiative to install front and rear bicycle light sets for riders with unlit bikes by intercepting cyclists while they are riding around in the dark. Since 2012, Bike Cleveland and volunteers have given away over 5,000 free bike lights through our Random Acts of Brightness program. This year's - [Week Without Driving | Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/week-without-driving-cleveland/2025/09/) - Experience a Week Without Driving: Cleveland Events & Opportunities From September 29 to October 5, Cleveland is joining communities across the country for Week Without Driving—a national challenge that asks participants to go without driving themselves for an entire week. The goal is to step into the shoes of the many Clevelanders who rely on - [Lakewood Schools Hike & Bike Program](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/lakewood-schools-hike-bike-program/2024/09/) - Are you looking for fun and healthy ways to get your kids to school? Hike & Bike is here to make walking and biking to school an exciting routine for families! - [Bike to Work Day - September](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-september-6/2025/09/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in September! We will be on top of the Detroit-Superior Bridge (eastbound bike lane). We even have hybrid and work-from-home folks that ride out in the morning to enjoy the hot (and cold!) coffee and delicious snacks we have ready for bicycle commuters on this celebration of two-wheeled mobility. We - [Lakewood Bike With A Mayor 2025](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/lakewood-bike-with-a-mayor-2025/2025/08/) - Join Bike Lakewood, Mayor George, and members of Lakewood City Council on a ride in our community! Riders of all ages and abilities are invited to come meet their local leaders and share their experiences with bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure in our city. The “Bike with a Mayor” series aims to provide residents with - [Ride for Sylvia](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ride-for-sylvia-3/2025/08/) - Join family and friends of Sylvia Bingham for a memorial bike ride to honor her memory and promote safe streets. Sylvia Bingham was tragically killed while riding her bicycle to work on September 15th 2009. Cyclists will gather at 9:00am on Saturday, September 20th at the corner of W. 11th and Fairfield (at the Bike - [Better Streets Forum: Ward 7 Council Candidates](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/better-streets-forum-ward-7-council-candidates/2025/08/) - Join us for a forum with the candidates running for Ward 7 Cleveland City Councilmember! Hosted by the Ohio City & Tremont Better Streets Committee, this forum will focus on issues related to multi-modal infrastructure, street safety, and more. Ticket Link Facebook Event - [Bike to Work Day - August](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-august-6/2025/08/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in August! We will be on top of the Detroit-Superior Bridge (eastbound bike lane). We even have hybrid and work-from-home folks that ride out in the morning to enjoy the hot (and cold!) coffee and delicious snacks we have ready for bicycle commuters on this celebration of two-wheeled mobility. Look - [Bike to Work Day - July](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-july-5/2025/07/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in July! We will be on top of the Detroit-Superior Bridge (eastbound bike lane). We even have hybrid and work-from-home folks that ride out in the morning to enjoy the hot (and cold!) coffee and delicious snacks we have ready for bicycle commuters on this celebration of two-wheeled mobility. Look - [STORY WARS x BIKE CLEVELAND: Pedal Stories](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/story-wars-x-bike-cleveland-pedal-stories/2025/07/) - Saddle up for a one-of-a-kind creative competition where biking meets live storytelling! Story Wars and Bike Cleveland are teaming up to present Pedal Stories — a high-energy literary battle where bicycle lovers, advocates, and community voices take the stage and spin spontaneous stories inspired by the power of the pedal. How it Works: 3 Rounds - [Bike to Work Day - June](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-june-4/2025/06/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in June! We will be on top of the Detroit-Superior Bridge (eastbound bike lane). We even have hybrid and work-from-home folks that ride out in the morning to enjoy the hot coffee and delicious snacks we have ready for bicycle commuters on this celebration of two-wheeled mobility. Look for the - [Downtown Cleveland's First Protected Bike Lanes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/downtownlanes/2025/06/) - The City of Cleveland recently announced an upcoming reconfiguration of two downtown streets - Huron and Prospect - into one way pairs. This is the first project as part of the City's new mobility plan Cleveland Moves. This configuration has been utilized temporarily for years during special events downtown, but this project will make it - [Ride Pride in the CLE](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ride-pride-in-the-cle/2025/05/) - Join us on June 7th as we celebrate equality and community in downtown Cleveland as Bike Cleveland and Slow Roll come together for PRIDE IN THE CLE. The parade rolls out of at 11AM from Public Square. Note: This is not a bike ride, but a march through the streets of downtown Cleveland alongside thousands - [2025 Ride of Silence | Cancelled](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/25-ride-silence/2025/04/) - Weather Statement: Tonight’s Ride of Silence has been cancelled. The high likelihood of strong storms and reduced visibility on the roadway made this decision necessary for the safety of everyone involved. Even though we are not gathering in-person, we ask you to take this time to read our recent Crash Report post, consider the data - [New Report Details Increase in People Hit by Motorists in Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/crash/2025/05/) - We have released our second annual report analyzing traffic crashes involving people walking and biking in the City of Cleveland. Using publicly available data, the report reveals that at least 603 people were hit by motorists in 2024 while walking or biking in the city. Cleveland has committed to Vision Zero - a strategy to - [Bike Ride with Dad @ League Park](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-ride-with-dad-league-park/2025/04/) - Bike Ride with Dad – Presented by Bike Cleveland & the Baseball Heritage Museum Celebrate Father's Day weekend with a fun and family-friendly bike ride through some of Cleveland’s most historic neighborhoods! In partnership with the Baseball Heritage Museum’s Have a Catch with Dad event, Bike Cleveland invites you to join us for a leisurely - [Bike to Work Day - May](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-may-3/2025/04/) - Celebrate National Bike to Work Day in May at multiple locations! Yes - you can do more than one if that works for your route and schedule! We even have hybrid and work-from-home folks that ride out in the morning to enjoy the hot coffee and delicious snacks we have ready for bicycle commuters on - [2025 Bike Cleveland Fundo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2025-fundo/2025/04/) - Come Tour Cleveland on Fantastic, Fully Supported Bicycle Routes! The 2025 Bike Cleveland Fundo p/b Knabe Law Firm returns for riders on Saturday, August 23rd! We will be back at beautiful Edgewater Park on the shores of Lake Erie! The Fundo is a ride for all ages and abilities through the best of Cleveland’s expanding bike - [Changing Lanes: Cleveland's Streets Through Time](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/changing-lanes/2025/04/) - Missed the event? Bummer! Here is the slideshow with great images: Changing Lanes Cleveland’s transportation network has seen incredible changes over its 200+ year history, and the future holds even more. Join us at the Happy Dog for an evening with local experts sharing an entertaining and educational look back into what the archives hold - [Celebrate Trails Day | Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/trails-cle/2025/02/) - Weather: A little chilly today, but we're a GO! Don't forget to stop by and learn about upcoming projects afterwards at the Flat Iron Cafe, and we'll have snacks (while supplies last) at Sokolowski's Overlook for those taking the shorter out & back option. Come Celebrate Trails in Cleveland on April 26th with this opportunity - [May CARbon Free Challenge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/may-carbon-free-challenge/2025/04/) - May Gohio Commute Challenge: On Your Mark, Get Set - Go CAR(bon) FREE! Participate in the Gohio Commute CAR(bon) FREE Challenge throughout May to win great prizes and reduce carbon emissions! Join NOACA's “CAR(bon) FREE Challenge”, with a special emphasis on cycling to celebrate National Bicycle Month in May! All non-car (SOV) destination trips (work, - [RiverSweep - Morgana Run Trail](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/riversweep-morgana-run-trail-3/2025/04/) - We are proud to be participating in the 36th annual RiverSweep with Canalway Partners. On Saturday, May 3 from 9am-11am, we're partnering with Canalway Partners, Slavic Village Development, Lake Erie Council of Scouts, and the Cleveland Tree Coalition to clean up sections of the Morgana Run Trail. Bike Cleveland and Canalway Partners will supply the - [Old Brooklyn Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/old-brooklyn-better-streets-committee-3/2025/04/) - Location: Sixth City Cycles Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Old Brooklyn Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the second Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the Sixth City Cycles. Questions? Reach out - [West Park Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/west-park-better-streets-committee-3/2025/04/) - Location: 17407 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH 44111 Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly West Park Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. These meetings happen every month on the first Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the West Park Kamms Development office. You - [Ohio City & Tremont Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ohio-city-tremont-better-streets-committee-5/2025/04/) - Location: 3000 Bridge Ave, Suite #1, Cleveland, OH, United States, Ohio 44113 Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Ohio City & Tremont Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the second Tuesday - [Buckeye Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/buckeye-better-streets-committee-5/2025/04/) - Location: The Tavern Coffee House Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Buckeye Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the third Wednesday from 6pm-7pm at the Tavern Coffee House. Questions? Reach out - [Detroit-Shoreway & Cudell Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/detroit-shoreway-cudell-better-streets-committee-5/2025/04/) - Location: XYZ the Tavern Gordon Square Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Detroit-Shoreway & Cudell Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the third Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the XYZ the Tavern. - [Collinwood Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/collinwood-better-streets-committee-4/2025/04/) - Location: Collinwood Rec Center - 16300 Lakeshore Boulevard Duration: 1 Hr Join us for the monthly Collinwood Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on every third Tuesday at rotating locations in the neighborhood. Questions? - [Deja Pearson's Story](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/storytelling/deja-pearsons-story/2024/09/) - “My name is Deja Pearson and I’m from East Cleveland, Ohio. I work as the owner of a dog grooming salon in Shaker Heights, Ohio, where I also currently live cycling in 2023 as a means of transportation to and from work and I bought a trailer for my young son who was two at - [Dani O'Sickey's Story](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/storytelling/dani-osickeys-story/2024/09/) - "I was biking down Bridge on my way back from the east side late at night. About 2 blocks from my home, at 45th & Bridge, I heard a fast-approaching car behind me. I looked over my shoulder and saw a car flying through the 44th & Bridge intersection, taking a wide turn into the - [Alicia Cleveland's Story](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/storytelling/alicias-story/2024/10/) - "My name is Alicia Cleveland and I am 31 years old. I’ve been riding a bike since I was a child for fun and as something to use for transportation since I was a child and couldn’t drive. Then also like a means to explore, use different skill sets like cycling with no hands, for - [Alexander Holt's Story](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/storytelling/aleks-klaxs-story/2024/11/) - "My name is Alexander Holt. I grew up riding bikes around my hometown of Cuyahoga Falls, a suburb where I felt safe on most streets. While my friends and I avoided a few major roads, we otherwise enjoyed the freedom of biking everywhere throughout the city. After I went to college and got a car - [Mindy Kuth's Story](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/storytelling/mindy-kuths-story/2024/11/) - "Since moving to the Larchmere-Buckeye neighborhood in 2021, Mindy has embraced cycling as a way to connect with her community and navigate the city. Her decision to live in Larchmere-Buckeye was influenced by its accessibility to libraries, coffee shops, grocery stores, and the Doan Brook Gorge and Ambler Park, all within a short bike ride. - [Merle Gordon's Story](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/storytelling/merle-gordons-story/2024/12/) - "My name is Merle Gordon and I’m a lifelong Clevelander who grew up in Lakewood where I lived in for all of my adult life, and I have also lived in West Park, Old Brooklyn, and now currently the Shaker Square neighborhood. I love being outside walking, hiking and cycling, they've just been passions and - [Peter Maurath's Story](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/storytelling/peter-mauraths-story/2025/01/) - Hi, my name is Peter Maurath, I'm 47 and grew-up on the west side of Cleveland, lived there and then in Lakewood for five years before moving to Willoughby in 2015 to be closer to work. I have loved biking since I was a kid and took it up again as an adult when I needed - [Sam Prewitt's Story](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/sam-prewitts-story/2024/09/) - "I'm Sam Prewitt, I work in multimedia, Urban One, as a director of digital partnerships and also an on-air personality on 93.1 WZAK. My story with biking is pretty two-fold. I guess the first part of this story is biking is some of the earliest memories that I have with my father who's no longer - [Bishop Chui's Public Transportation Story](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/storytelling/bishop-chuis-public-transportation-story/2024/09/) - "Since I’ve been back in Cleveland, I've been primarily using public transportation and walking and it’s gotten to a point recently where I feel like transportation is so bad (in Cleveland) that I feel like I need to purchase a car to live here or move somewhere else, that only makes sense. If I’m going - [Emily Lindberg's Story](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/storytelling/emily-lindbergs-story/2024/10/) - "Currently, 50% of my household is unable to drive and the other 50% wishes we didn’t have to. This isn’t because we hate cars. It’s because we value breathing clean air, maintaining our healthy bodies, and not being burdened by excessive transportation costs. In 2005, my partner and I made the conscious decision to become a - [Rob Holland's Story](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/storytelling/rob-hollands-story/2024/10/) - "Hi! My name is Rob, I’m 56 and my wife Jessie and I live in the bicycle capital of Ohio, Lakewood. We have two sons, James, in his second year at Miami of Ohio and Callum who is headed to Cleveland State in the fall. Here is my bicycling story: From the time I got - [Lucinda Cave's Story](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/storytelling/lucinda-caves-story/2025/01/) - I am Lucinda Cave, age 71. I initially enjoyed the freedom of biking in my small Iowa town where I grew up, because it meant I could ride to school, the swimming pool, and to a city park which was ‘way cooler’ than the city park that was closer to my house. But college - [Sold Out! | Cleveland MOVES Happy Hour](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cleveland-moves-happy-hour/2025/03/) - Thank you for the support! This event has reached full capacity. Join us for a Cleveland Moves Happy Hour! Bike Cleveland invites you to Southern Tier Brewery on Friday, April 4th, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM to celebrate the adoption of Cleveland Moves, the city’s new 5-year multimodal transportation plan. This is a major - [Midtown Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/midtown-better-streets-committee-3/2025/03/) - Location: Neighborhood Connections Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Midtown Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the second Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the Neighborhood Connections office. Questions? Reach out to Jerrod - [Collinwood Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/collinwood-better-streets-committee-3/2025/03/) - Location: Collinwood Rec Center - 16300 Lakeshore Boulevard Duration: 1 Hr Join us for the monthly Collinwood Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on every third Tuesday at rotating locations in the neighborhood. Questions? - [Detroit-Shoreway & Cudell Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/detroit-shoreway-cudell-better-streets-committee-4/2025/03/) - Location: XYZ the Tavern Gordon Square Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Detroit-Shoreway & Cudell Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the third Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the XYZ the Tavern. - [Buckeye Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/buckeye-better-streets-committee-4/2025/03/) - Location: The Tavern Coffee House Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Buckeye Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the third Wednesday from 6pm-7pm at the Tavern Coffee House. Questions? Reach out - [Ohio City & Tremont Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ohio-city-tremont-better-streets-committee-4/2025/03/) - Location: 3000 Bridge Ave, Suite #1, Cleveland, OH, United States, Ohio 44113 Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Ohio City & Tremont Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the second Tuesday - [West Park Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/west-park-better-streets-committee-2/2025/03/) - Location: 17407 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH 44111 Duration: 1 hr Facebook Event Join us for the monthly West Park Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. These meetings happen every month on the first Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the West Park Kamms Development - [Request for Proposals: Strategic Plan and Equity Training](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/request-for-proposals-strategic-plan-and-equity-training/2025/02/) - Bike Cleveland is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to assist in updating our strategic plan. This update is crucial to align our organizational goals with evolving community needs and to ensure that equity is central to all aspects of our work. Additionally, we seek a consultant team who can incorporate board and staff training on - [Collinwood Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/collinwood-better-streets-committee-2/2025/02/) - Location: Collinwood Rec Center - 16300 Lakeshore Boulevard Duration: 1 Hr Join us for the monthly Collinwood Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on every third Tuesday at rotating locations in the neighborhood. Questions? - [Old Brooklyn Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/old-brooklyn-better-streets-committee-2/2025/02/) - Location: Sixth City Cycles Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Old Brooklyn Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the second Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the Sixth City Cycles. Questions? Reach out - [Detroit-Shoreway & Cudell Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/detroit-shoreway-cudell-better-streets-committee-3/2025/02/) - Location: XYZ the Tavern Gordon Square Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Detroit-Shoreway & Cudell Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the third Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the XYZ the Tavern. - [Ohio City & Tremont Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ohio-city-tremont-better-streets-committee-3/2025/02/) - Location: 3000 Bridge Ave, Suite #1, Cleveland, OH, United States, Ohio 44113 Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Ohio City & Tremont Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the second Tuesday - [Buckeye Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/buckeye-better-streets-committee-3/2025/02/) - Location: The Tavern Coffee House Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Buckeye Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the third Wednesday from 6pm-7pm at the Tavern Coffee House. Questions? Reach out - [Midtown Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/midtown-better-streets-committee-2/2025/02/) - Location: Neighborhood Connections Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Midtown Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the second Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the Neighborhood Connections office. Questions? Reach out to Jerrod - [West Park Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/west-park-better-streets/2025/02/) - Location: 17407 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH 44111 Duration: 1 hr Facebook Event Join us for the monthly West Park Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. These meetings happen every month on the first Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the West Park Kamms Development - [What’s a VRUSA and what does it say about Ohio?](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/whats-a-vrusa-and-what-does-it-say-about-ohio/2025/01/) - Walking, accessibility, biking, and transit saw considerable improvements in policy and funding with the adoption of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. An often overlooked piece of those legislative changes was the creation of a new document: the Vulnerable Road User Safety Assessment (VRUSA, also pronounced Ver-roo-suh, for short). The VRUSA is a tool to evaluate how - [Apply to Serve on Bike Cleveland's Board](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/apply-to-serve-on-bike-clevelands-board/2024/12/) - As a membership-based advocacy organization, Bike Cleveland depends on the guidance of committed volunteers who will take leadership positions on our Board of Directors. As a Board Member, you will ensure that Bike Cleveland remains true to our mission of creating a region that is sustainable, connected, healthy, and vibrant by promoting bicycling and advocating - [2025 Annual Meeting Recap!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2025-am-recap/2025/01/) - We recently gathered at historic Sokol Greater Cleveland on a cold January night for our annual gathering of members, partner organizations, and bike shops. Our Annual Meeting and Member Social is a chance for members - both longtime and new - to learn about the past years' accomplishments and what's ahead for 2025 and beyond. - [LCI Spotlight: Don Glas](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/don-glas/2025/01/) - League Cycling Instructors are ambassadors who enhance education and advocacy efforts in collaboration with local bike/pedestrian organizations, local governmental agencies, and citizens seeking solutions for safer streets within their community. Cleveland currently has 36 instructors serving over 12 communities. Every month we would like to recognize League Cycling Instructors who are "Changing Lives Two Wheels - [Advocacy Training: Winning Strategies](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/advocacy-training-winning-strategies/2024/12/) - Join us online throughout this winter to strengthen your advocacy skills! Check out the topics and dates below and register here: Advocacy Training Registration Wednesday, December 11 | 5:30pm-6:30pm | Giving Public Comment Tuesday, January 7 | 6pm-7:30pm | Power Mapping Tuesday, February 4 | 6pm-7:30pm | Winning Advocacy Strategies w/ BikeWalk KC & Bike - [SOLD OUT | 2025 Bike Cleveland Annual Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/annual-meeting/2024/12/) - Thank you for the amazing support! We are sold out and full capacity. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - We’re excited to welcome our members (and those soon-to-be) back for our Annual Meeting & Social! We invite you - [Winter Social at Spin Bike Shop](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/winter-social-at-spin-bike-shop/2025/01/) - Our socials are a chance for you to join Bike Cleveland or renew your membership, AND check out some of the finest bike shops in the area! This February edition helps alleviate the cabin fever that takes hold this time of year. Hang with some fine bike folks at this casual event to celebrate bicycles, - [Ohio City & Tremont Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ohio-city-tremont-better-streets-committee-2/2025/01/) - Location: 3000 Bridge Ave, Suite #1, Cleveland, OH, United States, Ohio 44113 Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Ohio City & Tremont Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the second Tuesday - [Buckeye Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/buckeye-better-streets-committee-2/2025/01/) - Location: The Tavern Coffee House Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Buckeye Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the third Wednesday from 6pm-7pm at the Tavern Coffee House. Questions? Reach out - [Detroit-Shoreway & Cudell Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/detroit-shoreway-cudell-better-streets-committee-2/2025/01/) - Location: XYZ the Tavern Gordon Square Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Detroit-Shoreway & Cudell Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the third Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the XYZ the Tavern. - [Bike Lakewood Social Ride Calendar](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/bike-lakewood-social-ride-calendar/2025/01/) - Happy New Year, everyone! To kick off 2025 we're getting our social rides on everyone's calendars as early as possible. Dates are listed below, and if for some reason a ride is rained out, the tentative plan is to move the ride back one week. More details about each individual meeting location and route will - [Better Streets Film Festival](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/better-streets-film-festival/2024/11/) - Join the Bike Cleveland Better Streets network on Saturday, December 14 from 4-6:30pm for the inaugural Cleveland Better Streets Film Fest! Get Tickets Here Online tickets are available until noon on Saturday, but we can take walk-ups on event day until we hit capacity. The event is a partnership the Better Cities Film Fest and will feature - [Enforcement Education Program](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/safer-streets-campaigns/enforcement-education-program/2015/03/) - Bike Cleveland has contracted with WE BIKE, etc. to assist with the implementation of a Pedestrian and Bicycle Law Enforcement Training Program to help improve pedestrian and bicycle safety across Greater Cleveland. The training program, a partnership between bicycle advocacy and local law enforcement, provides your department with the following state and national pedestrian and bicycle - [Advocacy Training: Understanding NOACA](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/advocacy-training-understanding-noaca/2024/12/) - Join us online throughout this winter to strengthen your advocacy skills! Check out the topics and dates below and register here: Advocacy Training Registration Wednesday, December 11 | 5:30pm-6:30pm | Giving Public Comment Tuesday, January 7 | 6pm-7:30pm | Power Mapping Tuesday, February 4 | 6pm-7:30pm | Winning Advocacy Strategies w/ BikeWalk KC & Bike - [Advocacy Training: Tactical Urbanism](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/advocacy-training-tactical-urbanism/2024/12/) - Join us online throughout this winter to strengthen your advocacy skills! Check out the topics and dates below and register here: Advocacy Training Registration Wednesday, December 11 | 5:30pm-6:30pm | Giving Public Comment Tuesday, January 7 | 6pm-7:30pm | Power Mapping Tuesday, February 4 | 6pm-7:30pm | Winning Advocacy Strategies w/ BikeWalk KC & Bike - [Advocacy Training: Using Public Data](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/advocacy-training-using-public-data/2024/12/) - Join us online throughout this winter to strengthen your advocacy skills! Check out the topics and dates below and register here: Advocacy Training Registration Wednesday, December 11 | 5:30pm-6:30pm | Giving Public Comment Tuesday, January 7 | 6pm-7:30pm | Power Mapping Tuesday, February 4 | 6pm-7:30pm | Winning Advocacy Strategies w/ BikeWalk KC & Bike - [Advocacy Training: Power Mapping](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/advocacy-training-power-mapping/2024/12/) - Join us online throughout this winter to strengthen your advocacy skills! Check out the topics and dates below and register here: Advocacy Training Registration Wednesday, December 11 | 5:30pm-6:30pm | Giving Public Comment Tuesday, January 7 | 6pm-7:30pm | Power Mapping Tuesday, February 4 | 6pm-7:30pm | Winning Advocacy Strategies w/ BikeWalk KC & Bike - [Advocacy Training: Giving Public Comment](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/advocacy-training-giving-public-comment/2024/12/) - Join us online throughout this winter to strengthen your advocacy skills! Check out the topics and dates below and register here: Advocacy Training Registration Wednesday, December 11 | 5:30pm-6:30pm | Giving Public Comment Tuesday, January 7 | 6pm-7:30pm | Power Mapping Tuesday, February 4 | 6pm-7:30pm | Winning Advocacy Strategies w/ BikeWalk KC & Bike - [Cranksgiving Cleveland 2024](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cranksgiving-cleveland-2024/2024/09/) - Cleveland’s cycling community is once again gathering food for disadvantaged families and senior citizens this holiday season! Bike Cleveland is pleased to present Cranksgiving, a food drive by bicycle. There is no cost to join the event, but cyclists usually spend about $20 (or however much you can) on food and supplies for others. How - [Stand With Us as we Build a Safer Future](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/stand/2024/11/) - Dear Friend of Bike Cleveland, As 2024 draws to a close, all of us at Bike Cleveland are filled with gratitude for your unwavering support. Your dedication has been pivotal in driving our mission forward, demonstrating the urgent need and widespread demand for safe streets that serve all road users. This year, Bike Cleveland achieved - [New: Harvard Avenue Cycletrack](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/new-harvard-avenue-cycletrack/2024/10/) - The Village of Newburgh Heights (a suburb of Cleveland) is putting the final touches on the area's first separated 2-Way Cycletrack! This section will run on Harvard Avenue from E49th Street several blocks west to Washington Park Boulevard. A bicycle facility like this operates much like the All-Purpose Trails you are used to in the - [Action Alert: E. 55th Safety Action Plan](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-e-55th-safety-action-plan/2024/11/) - In early 2023, Bike Cleveland convened a meeting of the Community Development Corporations serving neighborhoods along E. 55th to discuss the high number of traffic crashes on the corridor. Safe streets advocates across the organizations agreed that improvements were urgently needed up and down E. 55th. The coalition – which includes St. Clair-Superior Development, - [Donate and Advocate via our Gift Guide!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/donate-advocate/2024/11/) - Do you have a favorite Bike Cleveland program? Maybe it's our free light giveaways, street painting projects, educational options, or bike rack installations that bring you joy. If that's the case - check out our new Holiday Gift Guide that lets you make your year-end donation in support of the program(s) that you love the - [Midtown Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/midtown-better-streets-committee/2024/11/) - Location: Neighborhood Connections Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Midtown Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the second Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the Neighborhood Connections office. Questions? Reach out to Jerrod - [Detroit-Shoreway & Cudell Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/detroit-shoreway-cudell-better-streets-committee/2024/11/) - Location: XYZ the Tavern Gordon Square Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Detroit-Shoreway & Cudell Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the third Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the XYZ the Tavern. - [Buckeye Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/buckeye-better-streets-committee/2024/11/) - Location: The Tavern Coffee House Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Buckeye Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the third Wednesday from 6pm-7pm at the Tavern Coffee House. Questions? Reach out - [Collinwood Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/collinwood-better-streets-committee/2024/11/) - Location: Waterloo Arts 15605 Waterloo Rd, Cleveland, OH 44110 Duration: 1 Hr Join us for the monthly Collinwood Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on every third Tuesday at rotating locations in the neighborhood. - [Old Brooklyn Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/old-brooklyn-better-streets-committee/2024/11/) - Location: Sixth City Cycles Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Old Brooklyn Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the second Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the Sixth City Cycles. Questions? Reach out - [Ohio City & Tremont Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ohio-city-tremont-better-streets-committee/2024/11/) - Location: 3000 Bridge Ave, Suite #1, Cleveland, OH, United States, Ohio 44113 Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly Ohio City & Tremont Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. Learn more here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/.../better-streets-committees/ These meetings happen every month on the second Tuesday - [West Park Better Streets Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/west-park-better-streets-committee/2024/11/) - Location: 17407 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH 44111 Duration: 1 hr Join us for the monthly West Park Better Streets Committee! Better Street Committees are resident-led groups that promote biking, walking, and safe streets in their neighborhood. These meetings happen every month on the first Thursday from 6pm-7pm at the West Park Kamms Development office. You - [Roll to the Polls](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/roll-to-the-polls-3/2024/10/) - Roll to the Polls for early voting Saturday, November 2nd. We have two meet-up locations, one east and one west, that will ride to the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections to vote. If you’ve already voted, that’s OK! You are still welcome to roll with us in the spirit of non-partisan democracy and community. Facebook - [Buckeye Better Streets Monthly Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/buckeye-better-streets-monthly-meeting-2/2024/10/) - Join us at The Tavern Coffee House for our monthly Better Streets Committee meeting for Buckeye! When: Wednesday, October 16th 6pm-7pm Where: Tavern Coffee House, 12302 Buckeye Rd. 44120 Learn more about our Better Streets Committees - [Random Acts of Brightness](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/random-acts-of-brightness-11/2024/10/) - Random Acts of Brightness is Bike Cleveland's initiative to install front and rear bicycle light sets for riders with unlit bikes by intercepting cyclists while they are riding around in the dark. Since 2012, Bike Cleveland and volunteers have given away over 5,000 free bike lights through our Random Acts of Brightness program. Bike Cleveland - [Old Brooklyn Better Streets Monthly Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/old-brooklyn-better-streets/2024/10/) - Join us for a Better Streets Monthly Meeting for our Old Brooklyn committee! Join the Better Streets Committee of Old Brooklyn on Thursday, October 10th for a chance to be part of the movement for change in your neighborhood. Come meet fellow bike advocates working for safer streets and learn how to get involved in - [BELIEVE: The Bigfoot Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/believe-the-bigfoot-ride/2024/09/) - In honor of National Sasquatch Awareness Day, Bike Cleveland presents BELIEVE: The Bigfoot Ride to raise awareness of the elusive creature's presence in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Even though most folks think their main habitat is located in the Pacific Northwest - after joining us on this adventure - you may begin to believe - [“Lake Eerie” Challenge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/eerie-challenge/2024/09/) - Participate in the “Lake Eerie” Challenge throughout October to win great prizes and reduce carbon emissions! The 2024 Lake Eerie CAR(bon) FREE Challenge is open to individuals in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, and Medina Counties. Log all of your alternative destination trips (work, school, errands) on Gohio Commute for your chance to win great prizes! - [Car-Free Wednesday on Public Square](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/car-free-wednesday-on-public-square/2024/09/) - The Week Without Driving challenges participants to rely on public transportation, walking, biking, or other modes of transportation for one week, providing valuable insights into the accessibility and inclusivity of our transportation systems. By walking or rolling in the shoes of non-drivers, you will gain a firsthand perspective crucial for making informed decisions that affect - [Roll to IngenuityFest!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ride-to-ingenuityfest/2024/09/) - Ride your bike with us to IngenuityFest! Facebook Event Saturday, September 28th1:30pm meetup | 2pm rollout~7 miles Eastside meetup: Wine Spot parking lot MAPWestside meetup: Zone Recreation Center MAP All riders will get their first drink for free! There is not group return ride & folks are encouraged to explore the Festival as long as - [Midtown Better Streets Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/midtown-better-streets-meeting/2024/09/) - Join us for a monthly Better Streets Meeting for our Midtown committee! Join the Better Streets Committee of Midtown on Monday, September 30th for a chance to be part of the movement for change in your neighborhood. Come meet fellow bike advocates working for safer streets and learn how to get involved in Midtown! Facebook - [Week Without Driving Advocacy Happy Hour](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/week-without-driving-advocacy-happy-hour/2024/09/) - The Week Without Driving challenges participants to rely on public transportation, walking, biking, or other modes of transportation for one week, providing valuable insights into the accessibility and inclusivity of our transportation systems. By walking or rolling in the shoes of non-drivers, you will gain a firsthand perspective crucial for making informed decisions that affect - [Bike to Work Day - September](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-september-5/2024/09/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in September! For our last edition of the year, we will be at our favorite location on top of the Detroit-Superior Bridge (eastbound bike lane). We even have hybrid and work-from-home folks that ride out in the morning to enjoy the hot coffee and delicious snacks we have ready for - [Volunteer: NOACA Bike and Ped Counts](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/volunteer-noaca-bike-and-ped-counts/2024/09/) - NOACA (Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency) is seeking volunteers to assist with their biannual Bicycle and Pedestrian Count Program this September. Your help is vital in collecting data that supports the planning and development of safe and accessible transportation infrastructure across Northeast Ohio. Why Volunteer? By participating, you'll be contributing to: Assessing Regional Activity: The - [Bike to the Ballpark](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-to-the-ballpark-2/2024/09/) - Ride your bike with us along the future Superior Midway & enjoy a baseball game with friends! We'll roll out at 12:30pm from 5411 Superior Ave for a 3 mile ride to Progressive Field. Stick around for the 1:40pm Guardians game and ride back to the meeting point afterwards. You'll purchase your ticket through Bike - [Ride for Sylvia](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ride-for-sylvia-2/2024/08/) - Join family and friends of Sylvia Bingham for a memorial bike ride to honor her memory and promote safe streets. Sylvia Bingham was tragically killed while riding her bicycle to work on September 15th 2009. Cyclists will gather at 9:00am on Sunday, September 15th at the corner of W. 11th and Fairfield (at the Bike - [Call To Action: More Separated Bike Lanes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-lanes/2024/08/) - The City of Cleveland recently installed delineators on the buffered section of the Detroit Avenue bike lane around the W. 30s. We are calling direct attention to this project and insist the city protect more bike lanes this year. On Wednesday, August 14th we are asking folks to meet us along this bike lane to - [Have Your Donation Matched Today!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/have-your-donation-matched-today/2024/08/) - Bike Cleveland is taking bold strides to transform our streets into safer, more vibrant places for everyone. With your support, we've launched programs that educate, advocate, and inspire a city-wide commitment to safe environments for biking and walking. Some of our key accomplishments include: Advocacy: We advocate for safe, car-free transportation options through infrastructure and public - [Buckeye Better Streets Monthly Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/buckeye-better-streets-monthly-meeting/2024/08/) - Join us at The Tavern Coffee House for our monthly Better Streets Committee meeting for Buckeye! Facebook Event When: Wednesday, August 21st 6pm-7pm Where: Tavern Coffee House, 12302 Buckeye Rd. 44120 Learn more about our Better Streets Committees - [Bike to Work Day - August](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-august-5/2024/08/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in August! We will be on top of the Detroit-Superior Bridge (eastbound bike lane). We even have hybrid and work-from-home folks that ride out in the morning to enjoy the hot coffee and delicious snacks we have ready for bicycle commuters on this celebration of two-wheeled mobility. Look for the - [Traffic Skills (Smart Cycling) 101](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/traffic-skills-smart-cycling-101/2024/06/) - Join us for Smart Cycling (Traffic Skills 101), a class for bicyclists who have some cycling experience but want to improve their skills. The workshop will start in the classroom for discussion about safe riding techniques, then we head to the parking lot to practice some on-bike skills. We will finish the workshop with a - [Cleveland Moves: A Bold New Mobility Plan to Expand Our Bike Network](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cle-moves/2024/07/) - We are thrilled to announce that the City of Cleveland is launching Cleveland Moves, an ambitious mobility plan set to rapidly expand our bike network over the next three years. This initiative is a significant step towards making our streets safe and more accessible for everyone, whether you're walking, biking, driving, or using public transit. Your - [Bike To Work Day - July](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-july-4/2024/07/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in July! We will be on top of the Detroit-Superior Bridge (eastbound bike lane). We even have hybrid and work-from-home folks that ride out in the morning to enjoy the hot coffee and delicious snacks we have ready for bicycle commuters on this celebration of two-wheeled mobility. Look for the - [Midtown Better Streets Kickoff Social](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/midtown-kickoff/2024/07/) - Join us for a Better Streets Social to kick off our new Midtown committee! Join the Better Streets Committee of Midtown on Thursday, July 25th for a chance to be part of the movement for change in your neighborhood. Come meet fellow bike advocates working for safer streets and learn how to get involved in - [Bike Lakewood Scavenger Hunt 2024](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/events-bike-lkwd/bike-lakewood-scavenger-hunt/2024/07/) - Rules for the Scavenger Hunt are listed below. Check back on 7/12 for the complete list of challenges. The scavenger hunt runs from Saturday July 13 through Saturday July 20th Anything on the list should be completed within the timeframe above. In order to enter for a chance to win a prize you must complete - [State Road Walk Audit](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/state-road-walk-audit/2024/07/) - The City of Cleveland is planning to repave State Road in 2026, and we need your help to make it safer and more bike and pedestrian-friendly. Join Old Brooklyn Better Streets on Sunday, July 14th from 10am-12pm for a Walk Audit to evaluate the current walking environment and identify key issues that affect the safety - [Film Screening: Bike Vessel](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/film-screening-bike-vessel/2024/07/) - Bike Vessel follows a father and son, 35 and 70, as they cycle from St. Louis to Chicago. Film director Eric D. Seals’ father almost died after three open-heart surgeries. However, 20 years later, he makes a miraculous health recovery after discovering his love for bicycling, bringing his son Eric along with him. At 70 - [Memorial Street Sign Program Honors Danielle Chronister](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/memorial-street-sign-program-honors-danielle-chronister/2024/06/) - On Thursday, June 27th, we – in partnership with the City of Cleveland, took part in the unveiling of a new Memorial Street Signage Program that memorializes people killed in traffic crashes on Cleveland’s streets. These memorial signs not only honor the individuals who have tragically lost their lives but also raise awareness about the - [Cycling Experience - Summer Bike Camp](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cycling-experience-summer-bike-camp/2024/06/) - Bike Cleveland is thrilled to announce its Summer Cycling Experience Camp—a dynamic four-day adventure designed to empower youth in grades 6-8 with the skills and confidence to use a bicycle for both fun and transportation. This engaging camp offers a unique blend of education and excitement, ensuring participants leave with newfound abilities and lasting memories. - [Lorain Midway Public Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/lorain-midway-public-meeting/2024/06/) - The Cleveland Midway is a vision for connected bikeways across the City of Cleveland that separate people riding bikes from vehicles using landscaping, curbs, or other physical barriers. You can learn more at clevelandmidway.com and/or join the meeting listed below. Lorain Avenue - Public Meeting DATE: June 26, 2024 TIME: Doors open at 6:00 PM, - [Bike GardenWalk 2024](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-gardenwalk-2024/2024/06/) - Bike Cleveland is proud to partner with GardenWalk Cleveland for the 2024 GardenWalk taking place July 13th and 14th from 10am-5pm. As part of our partnership we'll be creating a series of curated route maps for touring 2024 garden locations by bike. GardenWalk Cleveland is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization that offers free, self-guided tour of - [Bike GardenWalk 2023](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-gardenwalk-2023/2023/06/) - Bike Cleveland is proud to partner with GardenWalk Cleveland for the 2023 GardenWalk taking place July 8th and 9th from 10am-5pm. As part of our partnership we've created a series of curated route maps for touring 2023 garden locations by bike. GardenWalk Cleveland is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization that offers free, self-guided tour of gardens, - [Traffic Skills (Smart Cycling) 101](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/taffic-skills-smart-cycling-101/2024/06/) - Join us for Smart Cycling (Traffic Skills 101), a class for bicyclists who have some cycling experience but want to improve their skills. The workshop will start in the classroom for discussion about safe riding techniques, then we head to the parking lot to practice some on-bike skills. We will finish the workshop with a - [Payne Avenue Pre-Construction Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/payne-avenue/2024/06/) - MidTown Cleveland will be hosting a pre-construction community meeting with guests from the Mayor’s office of capital projects (MOCAP) to provide details to residents and businesses about the first phase of construction on Payne Avenue between E 13th and E 30th. When: Tuesday, June 18th | 5:30-7:30pm Where: Chinese Christian Church | 3224 Payne Ave, - [Lakewood Bike With a Leader](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/lakewood-bike-with-a-mayor/2024/05/) - Riders of all ages and abilities are invited to join Lakewood City Council members, County leaders, and Bike Lakewood on a guided bike ride as part of the County’s “Bike with a Leader” series. The “Bike with a Leader” series aims to provide residents with the opportunity to engage in physical activity with their elected - [Bike to the Market](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-the-market/2024/06/) - Join us for an 8 mile ride to the first Kamm's Corners Farmer's Market of the season. Casual, no-drop pace suitable for anyone able to cover that distance using local streets. Facebook Event When: Sunday, June 16th - 9am Where: Impett Park | 3207 W 153rd St, Cleveland, OH 44111 - [Re-imagine Euclid Community Meetings](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/re-imagine-euclid-community-meeting-session-1/2024/06/) - Re-imagine Euclid Community Meetings | Discuss how to improve transportation on Euclid Avenue Date: Thursday, June 27 Location: Abington Arms Apartments, 11501 Mayfield Road Session Options: Session #1: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Session #2: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Both sessions will present the same information. Please attend the session that best fits your - [Bike With A Mayor: Shaker Heights](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-with-a-mayor-shaker-heights/2024/06/) - Tuesday Bike Ride with Mayor Weiss Event Homepage Join the Heights Bicycle Coalition and Mayor David Weiss for a slow roll-type ride around town. Tuesday, August 13, 2024 | Meet at 6:30pm. Ride promptly at 7:00pm Be sure to have a bike in good working order, a helmet, and lights. Date: August 13, 2024 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 - [Bike to Work Day - June](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-june-3/2024/06/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in June! We will be at the west end of the Lorain-Carnegie Bridge. We have plenty of hybrid and work-from-home folks that ride out in the morning to enjoy the hot coffee and delicious snacks we have ready for bicycle commuters on this celebration of two-wheeled mobility. Look for the - [West Park Better Streets Committee Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/west-park-better-streets-committee-meeting/2024/05/) - Join us at West Park Kamm's Neighborhood Development for our monthly Better Streets Committee meeting! We will be discussing summer activities and an upcoming community bike ride on June 16th. We meet every first Thursday of the month! Facebook Event When: Thursday, June 6 6pm-7pm Where: West Park Kamms Offices (enter through the back, up - [Ohio City + Tremont Better Streets Monthly Meeting + Community Bike Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ohio-city-tremont-better-streets-monthly-meeting-community-bike-ride/2024/05/) - Join us for the Ohio City + Tremont Better Streets monthly meeting! This month, we will take a bike tour of our priority streets & intersections so bring your bike! The ~8 mile neighborhood ride will start at the Bike Cleveland office and end at Lincoln Park. Facebook Event When: Wednesday, June 12, 6pm-7:30pm Where: - [Detroit-Shoreway & Cudell Better Streets Committee Monthly Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/detroit-shoreway-cudell-better-streets-committee-monthly-meeting/2024/05/) - Join us for our June meeting! The Detroit-Shoreway & Cudell Better Streets Committee will discuss upcoming summer activities including a neighborhood bike and street painting. We meet regularly on the third Thursday of the month. Learn more about our Better Streets Committees When: Thursday, June 20, 6:30-7:30pmWhere: LGBT Center of Greater Cleveland | Blue Room - [Collinwood Better Streets Committee Monthly Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/collinwood-better-streets-committee-monthly-meeting/2024/05/) - Join us for the monthly meeting of the Collinwood Better Streets Committee! We will be brainstorming advocacy priorities for the neighborhood & activities for the summer. Facebook Event When: Tuesday, June 25th, 6-7:30pm Where: 416 E. 156th St., Cleveland, OH 44110 - [Fix-It CLE: Repair & Bike Workshop](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/fix-it-cle-repair-bike-workshop/2024/05/) - Fix-It CLE: Repair & Bike Workshop at the ArtBox in Asia Town (East 33rd St. & Payne Ave.) This Fix-It CLE session includes a Bike Workshop featuring FREE bike repairs staffed by experts from the Ohio City Bicycle Co-Op. Bring your bike for a safety check and repairs or learn some basics that will help - [Support the Bunts Rd. Rehab Project for More Equitable Connections](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/support-the-bunts-rd-rehab-project-for-more-equitable-connections/2024/05/) - In 2026, the City of Lakewood plans to rehabilitate Bunts Road from Lakewood Heights Boulevard to Clifton Boulevard. To best make use of the city’s limited resources, this project will address resurfacing, sewer improvements, and other maintenance to benefit all users, including pedestrians, cyclists, and micro-mobility devices. It will provide Lakewood with its first north-south - [Ride Pride with Bike Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ride-pride-with-bike-cleveland/2024/05/) - Kick off Pride Month with us by riding in the Cleveland Pride Parade on Saturday, June 1st! We’ll start gathering at Mall A at 10 AM, with the parade stepping/rolling off at 11 AM. Whether you bring your bike or prefer to walk, everyone is welcome! Event Details: Date: Saturday, June 1stGathering Time: 10:00 AMParade - [Support Bike Cleveland's AED Initiative](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/aed/2024/05/) - Bike Cleveland has engaged over 75,000 participants in a wide variety of cycling events throughout Greater Cleveland. To further ensure the safety of our community, we plan to purchase an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for use at our events. In partnership with Gordon Square CPR, our staff and many volunteers are already trained in CPR, - [Fix-It CLE: Repair & Bike Workshop](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/fix-it-cle-repair-bike-workshop-3/2024/05/) - Fix-It CLE: Repair & Bike Workshop at the CPL Woodland Campus. This Fix-It CLE session includes a Bike Workshop featuring FREE bike repairs staffed by experts from the Ohio City Bicycle Co-Op. Bring your bike for a safety check and repairs or learn some basics that will help you maintain your bike and make simple - [Fix-It CLE: Repair & Bike Workshop](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/fix-it-cle-repair-bike-workshop-2/2024/05/) - Fix-It CLE: Repair & Bike Workshop at the CPL South Brooklyn Branch. This Fix-It CLE session includes a Bike Workshop featuring FREE bike repairs staffed by experts from the Ohio City Bicycle Co-Op. Bring your bike for a safety check and repairs or learn some basics that will help you maintain your bike and make - [Bike to Work Day - May](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-work-day-may-24/2024/04/) - Celebrate National Bike to Work Day in May at multiple locations! We will be on top of the Detroit-Superior Bridge (eastbound bike lane), UGO will be in University Circle at Euclid & E. 100th, Heights Bicycle Coalition will be at Edgehill & Overlook, and Bike Lakewood will be at Lakewood Public Library. Yes - you - [May Is Bike Month!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bikemonth/2024/04/) - May is National Bicycle Month, and along with the League of American Bicyclists we urge you to get outside and spend some quality time on your bike! Here's a quick roundup of what's going on: Multiple Dates: Slow Roll Cleveland | More Details | With 4 rides in May, and a schedule that runs the - [Celebrate Trails Day | Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/celebrate-trails/2024/02/) - Weather: We are blessed with a warm April day! Just bring a light rain jacket just in case of a little pop-up shower. Come Celebrate Trails in Cleveland on April 27th with this opportunity to go for a casual bicycle ride with multiple local mayors, Cuyahoga County Senior Advisor on Transportation Annie Pease, Cleveland - [Mandatory Bike Licensing - Bike Cleveland Position Statement](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/mandatory-bike-licensing-bike-cleveland-position-statement/2012/07/) - Bike Cleveland congratulates the City of Cleveland for amending their local ordinances so that bike licensing is no longer mandatory. Below is our position statement on the importance for cities to follow the example of Cleveland and remove local requirements for cyclists to license their bikes. Position Statement: Bike Licensing and Mandatory Registration The Board - [We're Back... and Other News](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-lkwd/were-back-and-other-news/2024/04/) - Bike Lakewood is Out of Hibernation Bike Lakewood is gaining momentum in the community and we've got some exciting events in the works that we can't wait to share. Keep your eyes peeled for a Hike & Bike event at Horace Mann Elementary May 13 - 31, and for group rides this summer! If you're - [Buckeye Better Streets Kickoff Social](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/buckeye-better-streets/2024/04/) - Join us for a Better Streets Social to kick off our new Buckeye committee! Join the Better Streets Committee of Buckeye on Wednesday, May 1st for a chance to be part of the movement for change in your neighborhood. Come meet fellow bike advocates working for safer streets and learn how to get involved in - [2024 Ride of Silence Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2024-ride-of-silence-cleveland/2024/04/) - On Wednesday, May 15th, join people from across Greater Cleveland (and the world) for the most important event of the year. Local cyclists will join others across the globe in a silent slow-paced ride in honor of vulnerable road users who have been injured or killed on our public roadways. Our recent Crash Report shows - [Open House: Superior Midway](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/open-house-superior-midway/2024/04/) - The Cleveland Midway is a vision for connected bikeways across the City of Cleveland that separate people riding bikes from vehicles using landscaping, curbs, or other physical barriers. These Open House opportunities are your chance to see the designs in person, and provide feedback based on your experiences. If you are unable to make this - [RiverSweep - Morgana Run Trail](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/riversweep-morgana-run-trail-2/2024/04/) - We are proud to be participating in the 35th annual RiverSweep on May 4 with Canalway Partners. On Saturday, May 4 from 9am-11am, we're partnering with Canalway Partners and The Boy Scouts of America Lake Erie Council to clean up an eastern section of the Morgana Run Trail. Bike Cleveland and Canalway Partners will supply - [Bob Curran - Memorial Bike Rack Fund](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/bob-curran-memorial-bike-rack-fund/2024/03/) - Bob Curran was a Bike Cleveland member for more than a decade. But was more than just a familiar face at Bike Cleveland events; he was a cornerstone of our community—a passionate advocate for cycling safety whose spirit continues to inspire us all. His carefree demeanor, often seen riding in flip flops, masked a deep - [Bike Lane Guidelines for Cars & Cyclists](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-lane-guidelines-for-cars-cyclists/2017/01/) - Questions about the how cars should interact with bike lanes, and how cyclists can make the most of them are common. The questions persist because both driver and cyclist education on the subject has not kept pace with the expansion of the infrastructure itself. Let's begin with Cleveland City Law on the subject, and pay - [BIKEclipse - escape the crowds for the solar eclipse](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/solar-eclipse/2024/03/) - All things point to Cleveland being a very busy location for the solar eclipse, with visitors flocking to our region from points afar. Thankfully, you should be able to use your bike to escape the masses, and enjoy the spectacle without dealing with the anticipated crowds and traffic jams. We've put together a brief list - [Meet Our New Community Organizer!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/meet-jerrod/2023/11/) - The team at Bike Cleveland has grown again! We're excited to add Jerrod Amir Shakir to the mix as our Community Organizer. This is a new position, and one dedicated to developing and winning support for key biking and walking infrastructure improvements in Cleveland. Jerrod will be working closely with local community groups, businesses, and - [Help Us Transform Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/help-us-transform-cleveland/2023/11/) - Imagine children safely walking and biking to school, families comfortably biking to a nearby park, neighbors running errands by bike, a community where biking and walking are just a normal part of daily life. This is the vision behind Bike Cleveland’s relentless efforts to make Greater Cleveland a more bikeable and walkable community. We see - [Seeking Board and Committee Members](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/seeking-board-and-committee-members/2023/12/) - As a membership-based advocacy organization, Bike Cleveland depends on the guidance of committed volunteers who will take leadership positions on our Board of Directors and on our Committees. As a Board Member or Committee Member, you will ensure that Bike Cleveland remains true to our mission of “creating a region that is sustainable, connected, healthy, - [Support Our 2024 Policy Priorities!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/support-our-2024-policy-priorities/2024/02/) - As advocates for safer, greener, and more accessible transportation options in Cleveland, we are excited to unveil our policy priorities for 2024. Sign on to show your support: https://p2a.co/jMgT92M Our vision encompasses programs that incentivize affordable forms of transportation, safety upgrades to reduce bicycle & pedestrian-involved crashes, new legislation to improve internal city processes, - [Majority of Clevelanders Support Safe Streets and Alternatives to Driving](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/majority-support/2024/02/) - A new poll of Cleveland residents commissioned by Bike Cleveland and conducted by the Baldwin Wallace University Community Research Institute (BW CRI) found that 75% of residents support more public investment to improve safe access to bicycling, walking, and use of public transportation. The survey sample included responses from 616 residents in the City of - [How We Roll: Getting Started and Minor Bike Maintenance](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/how-we-roll/2024/03/) - Join Bike Cleveland for our How We Roll Bike Education Series. During our series we will discuss safety, minor bike maintenance, group riding and more. Save the date for our first session of the year as we will discuss Getting Started and Minor Bike Maintenance. This 2 hour session is geared towards beginners or those - [League Cycling Instructor Seminar](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/league-cycling-instructor-seminar-2/2024/01/) - Do you have a desire to make cycling safe and accessible for others? Become a League Cycling Instructor with the League of American Bicyclists! League Cycling Instructors (LCI's) are ambassadors for better biking through education. After earning certification through a 3-day, League Coach-led seminar, LCIs teach Smart Cycling classes to children as well as adults. - [2024 Annual Meeting Recap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2024-recap/2024/01/) - Another sold out edition of our Annual Meeting is in the books! We're very pleased that this event continues to engage our current members and encourages lots of new faces to join the movement for safe streets in Cleveland. We filled Sokol Greater Cleveland in Slavic Village full of bike advocates, supporting organizations, and local - [Open House: Cleveland Midway | Lorain Avenue](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/open-house-midway-lorain/2024/01/) - Join the City of Cleveland for a public Open House for the upcoming Cleveland Midway section on Lorain Avenue that will span from W20th St to W 65th Street. This bikeway will be "physically separated from motor vehicle traffic by a physical barrier, such as curbs and greenspace. This reduces the risk of collisions between - [Evaluating the Actual Design of the Opportunity Corridor](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/evaluating-the-actual-design-of-the-opportunity-corridor/2015/03/) - Ever since the state said it was going to award close to $300 million in borrowed turnpike money to the Opportunity Corridor, a project Cleveland’s planning and development leaders had been pushing for more than a decade, it’s been sort of a mad scramble to get shovels in the ground. Project leaders now have the - [Protected bike lanes on Cleveland's streets should be given serious consideration: editorial](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/protected-bike-lanes-on-clevelands-streets-should-be-given-serious-consideration-editorial/2014/12/) - A proposal to construct a 2.3-mile protected bikeway along Lorain Avenue in Ohio City could be the first step in truly transforming Cleveland into a bike-friendly town. Unlike the more traditional bike lanes, designated by a white line painted some five feet from a curb or shoulder, a protected lane includes an actual physical barrier - [The real opportunity in Cleveland's Opportunity Corridor: Liz Forester, Lev Gonick and Jennifer Thomas (opinion)](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/the-real-opportunity-in-clevelands-opportunity-corridor-liz-forester-lev-gonick-and-jennifer-thomas-opinion/2015/03/) - On the evening of April 29, 1879, Charles Brush made Public Square in Cleveland more than just another city center; it became a national destination. Brush's innovative arc lamp lighting on Public Square illuminated a public space for the first time in the country. The Plain Dealer reported, "Some people had raised their expectations too - [Bike Cleveland's push to add protected lanes to Opportunity Corridor gets a (mostly) positive response from steering committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-clevelands-push-to-add-protected-lanes-to-opportunity-corridor-gets-a-mostly-positive-response-from-steering-committee/2015/02/) - CLEVELAND, Ohio - The city's leading bicycle advocate made headway Tuesday in a quest to have a protected bike path added to the design for the $331 million Opportunity Corridor boulevard, scheduled to be built between this winter and 2019. Jacob VanSickle, executive director of Bike Cleveland, and a leading advocate for changing the design - [Bike advocates make a late push to add a protected lane to plans for Opportunity Corridor](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-advocates-make-a-late-push-to-add-a-protected-lane-to-plans-for-opportunity-corridor/2015/02/) - CLEVELAND, Ohio - Bicycle advocates are making a late push to insert "protected" bike lanes into the design for Opportunity Corridor, the three-mile boulevard planned for a blighted swath of the city's East Side that will connect the stub end of I-490 at East 55th Street to East 105th Street in University Circle. Plans for - [Sandusky lands new transit boss](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/sandusky-lands-new-transit-boss/2015/01/) - Sandusky officials believe they've found the right person to steer public transit services away from financial disaster. At a recent public meeting, city manager Eric Wobser announced Marvin Ranaldson would become Sandusky's new transit administrator, filling a critical position vacant since summer. "I feel this is a tremendous opportunity, and I look forward to working - [New trail funding, an HD camera protects riders, Safe Routes and Vision Zero for Cleveland cyclists](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/new-trail-funding-an-hd-camera-protects-riders-safe-routes-and-vision-zero-for-cleveland-cyclists/2015/01/) - CLEVELAND - The Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) announced more than $40 million in funding for projects that will improve air quality and give residents in its 5-county region more transportation choices. While the biggest award, $14 million, goes to the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority for new compressed natural gas fueled buses, $11 - [Cleveland earns mixed grades on 'complete and green streets' three full years into historic program](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-earns-mixed-grades-on-complete-and-green-streets-three-full-years-into-historic-program/2015/01/) - CLEVELAND, Ohio – Jacob VanSickle scoffs at winter. A year-round cyclist, he dons cold weather gear nearly every day, snaps on his helmet and mounts the saddle of his Civia-Bryant to commute to work as director of Bike Cleveland, the city's leading advocacy group for cyclists. His job puts him in an ideal position to evaluate - [Winter roars in like a polar bear: Year in Review January 2014](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/winter-roars-in-like-a-polar-bear-year-in-review-january-2014/2014/12/) - Jan 19: Cleveland will add 70 miles of dedicated lanes, trails and pavement markers for bicyclists by 2017, according to the advocacy group Bike Cleveland. Source: The Plain Dealer Link: http://www.cleveland.com/metro/index.ssf/2014/12/winter_roars_in_like_an_icy_li.htm - [Red light cameras: What your vote means for Issue 35](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/red-light-cameras-what-your-vote-means-for-issue-35/2014/10/) - CLEVELAND — Demonstrators are not slowing down when it comes to protesting Cleveland’s speed and red light cameras. Many drivers honked in support as they went through the intersection of East 40th Street and Prospect Avenue in Cleveland during rush hour Monday evening. They are protesting the city’s traffic cameras. In two weeks, Cleveland voters - [New bike-sharing program expands today to more Cleveland neighborhoods](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/new-bike-sharing-program-expands-today-to-more-cleveland-neighborhoods/2014/10/) - CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The bike-sharing program that zipped into Cleveland less than six weeks ago is already expanding past its initial launch site of Ohio City. Sponsors of the Zagster bike rental stations will announce three new locations today: -- A downtown station on West 6th Street sponsored by Barley House Cleveland -- A Tremont - [Bike-sharing program is making a quick expansion into three more Cleveland neighborhoods](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-sharing-program-is-making-a-quick-expansion-into-three-more-cleveland-neighborhoods/2014/10/) - Just five weeks after its rollout, a bike-sharing program in Cleveland is expanding to three more city neighborhoods. Zagster, the Cambridge, Mass.-based company that provides the bike-sharing service, announced that “due to high demand for its existing service as well as funding from new sponsors,” it is expanding bike-sharing to downtown, Tremont and University Circle. - [wheels up: bike share plan aiming to make inroads throughout cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/wheels-up-bike-share-plan-aiming-to-make-inroads-throughout-cleveland/2014/10/) - If anyone wants proof that Cleveland needs a bicycle-share network, Platform Beer Co. co-owner Justin Carson has an anecdote for you. Carson, sponsor of a recently launched bike-sharing program that offers rental bikes at six self-serve locations in Ohio City, saw a man outside his Lorain Avenue brewery eyeing the lineup of bicycles locked to - [Assaults, robberies of Cleveland cyclists a concern](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/assaults-robberies-of-cleveland-cyclists-a-concern/2014/10/) - CLEVELAND - Tuesday morning, a 24-year-old male was stabbed and robbed of his wallet, cellphone and bike on Huron Road in downtown Cleveland. Last Thursday afternoon, a man was robbed of his bike as he waited for a bus on Detroit Avenue. In August, an Ohio City man was robbed by a man with a - [Eastside Greenway is back for an encore public forum Tuesday at Nighttown in Cleveland Heights](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/eastside-greenway-is-back-for-an-encore-public-forum-tuesday-at-nighttown-in-cleveland-heights/2014/10/) - After a series of public hearings in September, proponents of the Eastside Greenway in Cuyahoga County are bringing the project back for an encore public forumTuesday at Nighttown, 12387 Cedar Road in Cleveland Heights. The goal of the project, now in the early stages of planning, is to expand a bike and pedestrian network throughout the - [National Bike Challenge: Cleveland beats Pittsburgh as local cyclists bring home Rust Belt Cup](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/national-bike-challenge-cleveland-beats-pittsburgh-as-local-cyclists-bring-home-rust-belt-cup/2014/10/) - CLEVELAND - The tide may be turning between two heated rivalries as a team from Cleveland beat a team from Pittsburgh. Bike Cleveland bested Bike PGH of Pittsburgh in competition as part of the National Bike Challenge. The National Bike Challenge is a five-month effort to get people to cycle. Nationally, more than 47,000 riders - [Eastside Greenway study looking at ways to link communities](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/eastside-greenway-study-looking-at-ways-to-link-communities/2014/10/) - Residents in eastern Cuyahoga County may soon be able to rely a little less on their cars. The Eastside Greenway is seeking to connect several Cuyahoga communities through a unified trail network that would link neighborhoods to employment centers, transit, hospitals, governmental centers, hospital and existing green spaces, among other things. Euclid, Mayfield Heights, Mayfield - [Millennials choosing public transportation over cars](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/millennials-choosing-public-transportation-over-cars/2015/03/) - DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND, OH (WOIO) - Many young professionals are choosing not to buy cars. Instead, as they move into the city, they're using public transportation. It's an environmental and economical decision. The numbers from the Ohio Public Interest Research Group are a deeper look into how the future may look. The group surveyed 500 Ohio college - [Community groups say they want a protected bike lane for Opportunity Corridor, but city is mum on issue](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/community-groups-say-they-want-a-protected-bike-lane-for-opportunity-corridor-but-city-is-mum-on-issue/2015/03/) - CLEVELAND, Ohio - Five community development organizations that have a say over whether the new Opportunity Corridor boulevard should have a protected bike lane in the roadway have signed off on the idea. In a letter to the Ohio Department of Transportation, dated Feb. 26, the leaders of the Slavic Village, Fairfax, Buckeye and University Circle - [Roll to the Polls - March Primary](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/roll-polls/2024/02/) - Join us for a bike ride to the Board of Elections on Friday, March 15th to vote early! Check out your sample ballot ahead of time here: https://boe.cuyahogacounty.gov/voters/Get-a-Sample-Ballot Riders will roll out from the east & westside at 5:30pm. Facebook Event Westside meetup: West Blvd Rapid Station | 10108 Detroit Ave. Cleveland, OH 44102 Meet - [Traffic Skills 101 (Smart Cycling) Class](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/traffic-skills-101-smart-cycling-class-2/2024/01/) - Join us for Smart Cycling (Traffic Skills 101), a class for bicyclists who have some cycling experience but want to improve their skills. The workshop will start in the classroom for discussion about safe riding techniques, then we head to the parking lot to practice some on-bike skills. We will finish the workshop with a - [Midway cycle track, Center Ridge Road freshening, get nod from regional planners](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/midway-cycle-track-center-ridge-road-freshening-get-nod-from-regional-planners/2015/04/) - CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Bike lanes at the center of those wide Cleveland avenues where streetcars once chugged have gotten a friendly reception from regional planners. A Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency committee has voted in favor of planning grants for the Midway Cycle Track and six other ideas to improve bike and pedestrian links in neighborhoods - [Post-Valentine's Social at Beat Cycles](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/post-valentines-social-at-beat-cycles/2024/01/) - Our socials are a chance for you to join Bike Cleveland or renew your membership, AND check out some of the finest bike shops in the area! This February edition allows you some much needed one-on-one time with your true love - bicycles! Hang with some fine bike folks at this casual event to celebrate - [Rider Alert: Towpath Closure](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/rider-alert-towpath-closure/2023/12/) - Heads up for riders who plan to use the Towpath near the Station Road Bridge Trailhead - there will be a Towpath closure on weekdays from December 18 through May 3. Good news is the Towpath will remain open on the weekends while this stabilization project takes place. The Cuyahoga Valley National Park notes that - [2024 Annual Meeting & Social](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2024-annual-meeting-social/2023/12/) - We’re excited to welcome our members (and those soon-to-be) back for our Annual Meeting & Social! We invite you join us at the historic Sokol Greater Cleveland for a night of catching up – and looking forward! Spend some time chatting up fellow riders and advocates, see what local bike shops and organizations have going - [West Park Better Streets Social](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/west-park-better-streets-social/2023/11/) - Better Streets Social! 5 Points Coffee & Tea | 3600 W Park Rd, Cleveland Tuesday, November 28 | 5:30pm-7:00pm Join the Better Streets Committee of West Park for hot chocolate and baked goods. Come meet fellow bike advocates working for safer streets and learn how to get involved in the neighborhood! REGISTRATION REQUIRED! We will - [RAISE East Side Trail Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/raise-meetings-dec6/2023/11/) - Join the Cleveland Metroparks at either of the next two public meetings to provide feedback on trail segment alignment options. You can comment on any of the projects at both meetings, but the December 6th meeting will focus on the Slavic Village Downtown Connector, Opportunity Corridor Connector, and Morgana Run/Booth Ave Extension, while the - [RAISE East Side Trail Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/raise-meeting-dec7/2023/11/) - Join the Cleveland Metroparks at either of the next two public meetings to provide feedback on trail segment alignment options. You can comment on any of the projects at both meetings, but the December 6th meeting will focus on the Slavic Village Downtown Connector, Opportunity Corridor Connector, and Morgana Run/Booth Ave Extension, while the - [Winter Social at Joy Machines Bike Shop](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/winter-social-at-joy-machines-bike-shop/2023/11/) - Our Winter Socials are a chance for you to join Bike Cleveland or renew your membership, AND check out some of the finest bike shops in the area! Get your holiday shopping done at one of our longtime supporting business members, and grab a snack and beverage while you're there. Hang with some fine bike - [Cranksgiving Cleveland 2023](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cranksgiving-cleveland-2023/2023/10/) - Cleveland’s cycling community is once again gathering food for disadvantaged families and senior citizens this holiday season! Bike Cleveland is pleased to present Cranksgiving, a food drive by bicycle. There is no cost to join the event, but cyclists usually spend about $15 (or however much you can) on food and supplies for others. How - [World Day of Remembrance | Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/wdor-cleveland/2023/10/) - The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims (WDR) is commemorated on the third Sunday of November each year. In Cleveland, we will be gathering at Harbor and Bridge located in Ohio City to acknowledge that, in the United States, an estimated 46,000 people were killed in vehicle crashes in 2022. Millions more suffer - [Open House: Superior Midway Project](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/open-house-midway/2023/10/) - After 10 years of advocating, planning, and public outreach - we are pleased to invite you to the City of Cleveland's first Open House for the Superior Midway Project Design. Once fully complete, the Midway Network will be a transformative step forward for Cleveland residents and visitors alike to embrace active transportation within a safe - [Roll to the Polls](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/roll-to-the-polls-2/2023/10/) - Pull up to the Board of Elections with us to vote early! We will join Cleveland Votes & partners for an early voting celebration including food, drink, music, and more. Verify your voter registration & check out a sample ballot here: https://boe.cuyahogacounty.gov/voters/get-your-voting-information When: Saturday, November 4th | 12pm Where: Multiple Meetups Lakewood meetup: 11:30am in - [How We Roll: Ready for Fall Riding](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/how-we-roll-ready-for-fall-riding/2023/10/) - Join us on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 from 6:00-8:00pm as we discuss and offer an informational session about being ready for Fall riding. During this How We Roll session we will dive deeper into cooler weather riding in the fall, from finding the right clothes to wear as the temperatures go from warm to cool - [Public Meetings | East Side Trails Projects](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-meetings-east-side-trails/2023/09/) - Interested in the new trails planned for Broadway-Slavic Village, Union Miles & Collinwood, and Euclid? Join project partners to learn about the 2023 RAISE East Side Trails Project at a public open house meetings on: September 19 |4:30-6:30pm (presentation at 5pm) | Stella Walsh Recreation Center, 7345 Broadway Ave, Cleveland September 28 | 5:30pm-7pm | - [RAISE: Euclid Creek Extension Bike Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/raise-euclid-creek-extension-bike-ride/2023/09/) - Join Bike Cleveland and community partners for a bike ride to share feedback on future trail connections of the Euclid Creek Greenway. The 2023 RAISE East Side Trails project advances implementation of four priority trail projects identified during 2019 Cuyahoga Greenways planning process. To gather feedback to inform the project we are hosting a bike - [Walk, Ride, & Roll to Work Day](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/walk-ride-roll-to-work-day/2023/09/) - Celebrate the National Week Without Driving with Bike Cleveland, Clevelanders for Public Transit, the Northeast Ohio Coalition of Disability Organizations, and Youth Challenge! We will be in Public Square on Wednesday morning from 7:30am-9:00am to treat all car-free commuters to donuts & coffee. Come learn more about the organizations fighting for equitable mobility across the - [Car-Free Happy Hour](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/car-free-happy-hour/2023/09/) - Cap off your Week Without Driving with us at Masthead! We'll be in the brewery's main space from 5pm-7pm. Join us to discuss your experience participating in the Week Without Driving and brainstorm ways we can make the city more accessible to all mobilities. Facebook Event - [Accessible & Bikeable Businesses 101](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/accessible-bikeable-businesses-101/2023/09/) - Join Bike Cleveland & the Northeast Ohio Coalition of Disability Organizations for a webinar on making your space friendly to all forms of transportation & mobility needs. We'll cover simple measures businesses can take to ensure they are welcoming and inclusive of people riding bikes, pedestrians, people with disabilities and everyone with mobility aids. Tuesday, - [RAISE: Morgana Run Extension Bike Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/raise-morgana-run-extension-bike-ride/2023/09/) - Join Bike Cleveland and community partners for a bike ride to share feedback on future trail connections in Slavic Village. The 2023 RAISE East Side Trails project advances implementation of four priority trail projects identified during 2019 Cuyahoga Greenways planning process. To gather feedback to inform the project we are hosting a bike ride on - [NEORSD 2023 Clean Water Fest](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/neorsd/2023/09/) - Ride your bike to an upcoming event on September 23rd - the NEORSD Clean Water Fest! For the fourth year in a row, visitors will be able to tour the facility by bike (space limited - sign up ASAP) and take a 5.5-mile ride at the Environmental & Maintenance Services Center in Cuyahoga Heights and - [Bike to Work Day - September](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-september-4/2023/09/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in September on the Detroit-Superior Bridge! Nothing beats meeting up with all of Cleveland's bike folks on your way to work. We’ll have hot coffee and delicious snacks for bicycle commuters as we take this morning to celebrate the transformative power of riding to work by bicycle. Date: Wednesday, September - [Random Acts of Brightness](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/random-acts-of-brightness-10/2023/08/) - Random Acts of Brightness is Bike Cleveland's initiative to install front and rear bicycle light sets for riders with unlit bikes by intercepting cyclists while they are riding around in the dark. Since 2012, Bike Cleveland and volunteers have been given away over a thousand free bike lights through our Random Acts of Brightness program. - [Random Acts of Brightness](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/random-acts-of-brightness-9/2023/08/) - Random Acts of Brightness is Bike Cleveland's initiative to install front and rear bicycle light sets for riders with unlit bikes by intercepting cyclists while they are riding around in the dark. Since 2012, Bike Cleveland and volunteers have been given away over a thousand free bike lights through our Random Acts of Brightness program. - [Ride for Sylvia](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ride-for-sylvia/2023/08/) - Join family and friends of Sylvia Bingham for a memorial bike ride to promote safe streets. Sylvia Bingham was tragically killed while riding her bicycle to work on September 15th 2009. Cyclists will gather at 8:30am on Saturday, September 16th at the corner of W. 11th and Fairfield (at the Bike Box) in Tremont, near - [PUBLIC MEETINGS: NOACA Climate Action Plan](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-meetings-noaca-climate-action-plan/2023/07/) - NOACA is in the process of creating a regional climate action plan that will serve as the foundation for transformative action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, build resilience, and enhance equity in our region. The plan will design and carry out a climate action strategy that integrates local initiatives and identifies opportunities to develop programs - [Hiring: Community Organizer](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/hiring-community-organizer/2023/08/) - Bike Cleveland is in search of a Community Organizer to develop and win support for key biking and walking infrastructure improvements across Greater Cleveland. Deadline: Open until filled. Posted on August 16th, 2023. Interviews expected to begin the week of September 11th. Status: Full-time, exempt salary Reports to: Executive Director Location: 3000 Bridge Ave, Cleveland, - [Bike to Work Day - August](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-august-4/2023/08/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in August on the Lorain-Carnegie Bridge! Nothing beats meeting up with all of Cleveland's bike folks on your way to work. We’ll have hot coffee and delicious snacks for bicycle commuters as we take this morning to celebrate the transformative power of riding to work by bicycle. Date: Wednesday, August - [Yes, Cleveland does need a new Bike Plan](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/yes-cleveland-does-need-a-new-bike-plan/2023/08/) - The City of Cleveland recently released an RFP to hire a consultant to complete a Citywide Mobility Plan to guide improvements for people walking, biking, and taking transit over the next five years (2024-2028). You can view the RFP here. We all know the City of Cleveland loves plans, studies, and pilots. It’s a running - [Trike & Bike Brecksville Broadview Hts. 2023](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/trike-bike-brecksville-broadview-hts-2023/2023/08/) - Register by Friday, August 4th at Noon for your child to be mailed a Junior Rider Starter Kit. https://www.trikeandbike.org/event/trike-and-bike-brecksville-2023/e474954 - [The Future of Biking in Cleveland: What We Can Learn from Other Cities](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/learn_for_future/2023/07/) - In this summer blog series, we will be examining the intersectionality of multiple issues related to mobility and the need to expand protected bike infrastructure. This week’s post will discuss high-quality bike infrastructure in North American cities, and how these places can guide Cleveland to making bicycling more popular. Sign our petition calling on the - [Roll to the Polls](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/roll-to-the-polls/2023/07/) - Join us for a bike ride to the Board of Elections on Thursday, August 3rd at 5:30pm. We will roll out from both Zone Recreation Center & the MLK Tennis Courts for early voting! The ride from both locations will be about ~5 miles at a casual pace. Make sure your voice is heard in - [Cleveland Introduces Legislation to Advance Mobility](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-introduces-legislation-to-advance-mobility/2023/07/) - In this summer blog series, we will be examining the intersectionality of multiple issues related to mobility and the need to expand protected bike infrastructure. This week’s post will discuss transportation demand management and the ways in which bikes can be an essential part of reducing traffic congestion in commercial areas. Cleveland Introduces Legislation to - [Traffic Skills 101 (Smart Cycling) Class](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/traffic-skills-101-smart-cycling-class/2023/07/) - Join us for Smart Cycling (Traffic Skills 101), a class for bicyclists who have some cycling experience but want to improve their skills. The workshop will start in the classroom for discussion about safe riding techniques, then we head to the parking lot to practice some on-bike skills. We will finish the workshop with a - [League Cycling Instructor Seminar](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/league-cycling-instructor-seminar/2023/07/) - Do you have a desire to make cycling safe and accessible for others? Become a League Cycling Instructor with the League of American Bicyclists! League Cycling Instructors (LCI's) are ambassadors for better biking through education. After earning certification through a 3-day, League Coach-led seminar, LCIs teach Smart Cycling classes to children as well as adults. - [League Cycling Instructor Seminar](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/oct-lci/2021/06/) - Do you have a desire to make cycling safe and accessible for others? Become a League Cycling Instructor with the League of American Bicyclists! League Cycling Instructors (LCI's) are ambassadors for better biking through education. After earning certification through a 3-day, League Coach-led seminar, LCIs teach Smart Cycling classes to children as well as adults. - [Avoid A New Bike Lane?](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/avoid-a-new-bike-lane/2023/07/) - As odd as it sounds, we're suggesting that riders avoid a new bike lane in Cleveland. Riders traveling eastbound on Lorain Avenue at W20th Street will now see a new, green highlighted bike lane heading up onto the span of the Lorain-Carnegie Bridge. We highly suggest that you do not take it. It is short-lived, - [Bike to Work Day - July](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/12277/2023/07/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in July on the Lorain-Carnegie Bridge! Nothing beats meeting up with all of Cleveland's bike folks on your way to work. We’ll have hot coffee and delicious snacks for bicycle commuters as we take this morning to celebrate the transformative power of riding to work by bicycle. Date: Wednesday, July - [Bike infrastructure as an economic development tool: the case for protected bike lanes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-economic-development-protected/2023/06/) - In this summer blog series, we will be examining the intersectionality of multiple issues related to mobility and the need to expand protected bike infrastructure. This week’s post will discuss the economic development benefits that upgraded bike infrastructure can help provide. Sign our petition calling on the City of Cleveland to upgrade our bike network - [Bike To Work Day - June](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-work-june/2023/06/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in June on the Detroit-Superior Bridge! Nothing beats meeting up with all of Cleveland's bike folks on your way to work. We’ll have hot coffee and delicious snacks for bicycle commuters as we take this morning to celebrate the transformative power of riding to work by bicycle. We will be - [Health issues relating to bicyclists and pedestrian safety](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/health-bicyclist-pedestrian-safety/2023/05/) - In this summer blog series, we will be examining the intersectionality of multiple issues related to mobility and the need to expand protected bike infrastructure. This week’s post will focus on our infrastructure’s role in improving the health of Cleveland residents. Sign our petition calling on the City of Cleveland to upgrade our bike network - [Mill Creek Bike Tour](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/mill-creek-bike-tour/2023/03/) - Join Bike Cleveland, West Creek Conservancy, and Mill Creek Watershed Partnership to bike the established trails in Mill Creek and learn about the new upcoming trails through these communities. We will explore the hidden gems Mill Creek Watershed has to offer, including Mill Creek Falls, Morgana Bluffs Nature Preserve, Towpath Trail, Bacci Park, and many - [Meet Connor - Our New Intern!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/meet-connor-our-new-intern/2023/05/) - Bike Cleveland is excited to welcome Connor Brentar onto our team! He joins us as a Cleveland Foundation summer intern and will be supporting a myriad of advocacy & education projects. Connor is attending Cleveland State to obtain his Masters of Urban Planning & Development and is also President of the CSU chapter of the - [Rider Alert: Jennings Road](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/rider-alert-jennings-road/2023/05/) - Jennings Road south of Harvard closed recently, and will remain closed to motor vehicles until late-August. The partners involved have kept passage open for bicycles and pedestrians (with possible limitations) and the details are below. If you are traveling on the Towpath trail, you will see the construction, but your route will remain unaffected. If - [Bike to Work Day - May](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-may-2/2023/04/) - Celebrate National Bike to Work Day in May at Public Square or University Circle or Cleveland Heights! Nothing beats meeting up with all of Cleveland's bike folks in the heart of downtown, or University Circle, OR Cleveland Heights! Yes - you can do more than one if that works! We’ll have hot coffee and delicious - [RiverSweep: Morgana Run Trail](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/riversweep-morgana-run-trail/2023/04/) - We are proud to be participating in the 34th annual RiverSweep on May 6 with Canalway Partners. On Saturday, May 6 from 9am-11am, we're partnering with Canalway Partners and The Boy Scouts of America Lake Erie Council to clean up a section of the Morgana Run Trail and the Morgana Bluffs. Bike Cleveland and - [Pedal for Prizes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/pedal-for-prizes/2023/05/) - Old Brooklyn Pedal for Prizes is back and returns to its original format on Saturday, May 20, 2023 during Cleveland Bicycle Month. Win great prizes, including brand new bicycles, simply by exploring local businesses and other points of interest while riding your bicycle throughout Cleveland’s Old Brooklyn neighborhood. This year the ride will start at - [2023 Bike Cleveland Fundo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2023-fundo/2023/01/) - Come Tour Cleveland on Fantastic, Fully Supported Bicycle Routes! The 2023 Bike Cleveland Fundo p/b Knabe Law Firm returns for riders on Saturday, August 26th! We will be back at beautiful Edgewater Park on the shores of Lake Erie! The Fundo is a ride for all ages and abilities through the best of Cleveland’s expanding bike network. With clearly signed courses of - [Celebrate Trails Day | Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/trails/2023/04/) - Weather Update: We're a GO folks. Looks like things should be clear, but please come prepared for variable weather conditions! Celebrate Trails Day | Cleveland Come Celebrate Trails in Cleveland on April 22nd with this unprecedented opportunity to go for a casual bicycle ride with Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb, Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne, - [Help inform our Equity Action Plan](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/help-inform-our-equity-action-plan/2023/03/) - Bike Cleveland is committed to making bicycling accessible and enjoyable for all Clevelanders. As part of this commitment we are developing an Equity Action Plan, in partnership with Equitable Cities, to help shape our current and future work for safe streets. We need your help to create a plan that is responsive to the needs of - [Movie Night: The Street Project](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/street-project/2023/04/) - On May 23rd, join us at Forest City Brewery for a viewing of The Street Project, a new documentary that highlights the global, citizen-led fight to make our streets safer. Created by the multiple Emmy-winning team at Boyd Productions, The Street Project takes viewers across the globe in an uplifting narrative, from cycling-friendly meccas in - [Van Aken Bikeway Plan | Engagement Opportunities](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/van-aken-bikeway-plan-engagement-opportunities/2023/04/) - Van Aken Bikeway Plan: Open House and Walk & Bike Audit Join members of the Shaker Heights Planning Department for a second round of community engagement for the Van Aken Bikeway Plan. Earlier this year, residents shared ideas for the future Van Aken Bikeway. Come hear about the concept created from the community’s vision and - [2023 Cleveland Ride of Silence](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2023-cleveland-ride-of-silence/2023/04/) - On Wednesday, May 17th, join people from across Greater Cleveland (and the world) for the most important event of the year. Local cyclists will join others across the globe in a silent slow-paced ride in honor of vulnerable road users who have been injured or killed on our public roadways. There are 2 start locations - [Visible Voice Wine Tasting Fundraiser](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/visible-voice-wine-tasting-fundraiser/2023/03/) - Join Bike Cleveland for an evening of wine tasting, light appetizers, and book browsing. Your $20 ticket will include a flight of 4 wines and support Bike Cleveland’s mission to create a region that is sustainable, connected, healthy, and vibrant by promoting bicycling and advocating for safe and equitable transportation for all. Please RSVP to - [Advocate for Safer Speed Limits in Ohio](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/advocate-for-safer-speed-limits-in-ohio/2023/03/) - Speed is deadly. Since 2018, there have been over 58,000 speed related crashes in Ohio. 912 of those crashes resulted in fatalities, and in 3,798 someone was seriously injured. There’s been an alarming increase in speeding and reckless driving during the pandemic, and it's getting worse. This trend is impacting people who we love–parents, children, - [Job Opportunities at the City of Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/job-opportunities-at-the-city-of-cleveland/2023/03/) - Help us fulfill one of our 2023 policy priorities! At the beginning of the year, Bike Cleveland recognized that limited capacity at the City of Cleveland was holding us back. That is why in our policy priorities we urged the City to staff up and demonstrate that mobility is a priority. We are excited to - [Become a Girls in Gear Coach](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/become-a-girls-in-gear-coach/2023/03/) - Girls in Gear (GIG) is a girls-specific, bicycling program designed to teach life skills through bike skills to help riders build confidence and self-reliance on and off their bikes. We believe in inclusive, mentorship-based bike programming as an extraordinary tool for change in ourselves and our communities. We use bikes as a conduit for lessons - [PUBLIC MEETING: South and North Moreland Construction](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-meeting-south-and-north-moreland-construction/2023/03/) - South and North Moreland Boulevard from Griffin Avenue to Larchmere Boulevard are set to be reconstructed starting in April of 2023. This $7 million project will redesign the intersections and roadway in this essential economic district connecting Shaker Square to the surrounding neighborhoods. You can learn more about the project at NorthandSouthMoreland.com. The City of - [ACTION ALERT: NOACA Climate Action Plan](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-noaca-climate-action-plan/2023/03/) - The Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) has been working for the past six months on a 5-County Climate Action Plan. This Climate Action Plan will improve our environment and quality of life. Unfortunately, a well-organized campaign of climate change deniers overwhelmed five public listening sessions and an online channel with negative comments and disruptive - [Bicycles and the Law Forum](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bicycles-law-forum-2/2023/01/) - Join us at The Happy Dog for a Bicycles and the Law forum with Ken Knabe from Knabe Law Firm! We have an amazing local bicycle attorney as a business supporter, and he is dedicating the night to YOU! Come learn your rights and responsibilities when on the bike, behind the wheel near bikes, and - [ACTION ALERT: I-490 Trail Connection](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-490/2023/02/) - Once the longest span in the country, the Clark Pershing bridge (also known as the Clark Avenue bridge) was removed from service in 1980 and replaces with a larger structure nearby that serves as I-490 today. The original bridge was built as a key link across the valley, and the I-490 bridge serves the same - [ACTION ALERT: Save The Midway](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-hb23-save-midway/2023/02/) - Update 2/22: Rep. Patton is removing the amendment in HB23 that would have ended the long-awaited Superior Midway. Thank you to all of our partners who emailed, called, and submitted testimony. Now the real work begins in engineering and constructing a world-class bikeway in Cleveland. Learn more about the Midway and sign-up to get email - [Winter Social at Century Cycles](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/winter-social-at-century-cycles/2023/01/) - It's time for a winter social at Cleveland's newest bike shop! Shake off the winter cold with some hot food, cold refreshments, and the camaraderie of fellow bike enthusiasts! Century Cycles is a longtime business supporter, and we're going to get social at their new location in Shaker Heights. Bike Cleveland's winter socials are a - [20 Miles of Smiles Black History Month Edition](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/20-miles-of-smiles-black-history-month-edition/2023/02/) - Join us for a SundayFunday 20 Miles of Smiles on Sunday February 19, 2023 from 12:00-3:00 p.m. Meeting at the Cleveland Public Library Langston Hughes Branch we will travel the neighborhoods of Glenville, Hough, Fairfax and Buckeye-Shaker in honor and celebration of those who have capsulated Cleveland’s Black History. During this ride participants will have - [2023 Annual Meeting Recap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2023-annual-meeting-recap/2023/01/) - After a few years of doing our Annual Meetings on Zoom, we were pleased to bring one back in full force at Sokol Greater Cleveland! Our members, local partners, and bike shops filled the room at this historic venue. The opening hour of the event was a social hour, with beer from Great Lakes Brewing - [Mobility Platform For Cuyahoga County Released](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/mobility-platform-for-cuyahoga-county-released/2023/01/) - As part of a coalition of mobility-focused organizations, Bike Cleveland submitted a set of policy recommendations to the new County administration. The platform, put together by Bike Cleveland, Clevelanders for Public Transit (CPT), ADA Cleveland, Maximum Accessible Housing (MAHO), Youth Challenge, and Northern Ohioans for Budget Legislation Equality (NOBLE), includes policies related to land use, - [Take Action: Support Our 2023 Policy Priorities to Maintain, Protect, & Invest in Safe Streets](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action/2023/01/) - Bike Cleveland believes that 2023 is the year to rapidly implement low-cost bicycle network improvements and city-wide traffic calming. We believe that now is the time to fix past wrongs and fundamentally change our built environment for the better. Cleveland has an opportunity to learn from other cities like Pittsburgh, Austin, Denver, Boston, and - [23 Miles of Smiles: New Year Edition](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/23-miles-of-smiles-new-years-edition/2022/12/) - This year Bike Cleveland was able to host a variety of bike rides and in 2023 we plan on doing the same. Grab your cold weather gear, your bike and roll into 2023 with a new year bike ride led by our very own Education and Outreach Manager Diana "Devah D" Hildebrand. 23 Miles of - [Rider Update: Franklin Boulevard](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/rider-update-franklin-boulevard/2022/12/) - After a long construction closure, Franklin Boulevard between W85th and W50th reopens today (December 20th, 2022) to two-way traffic. Riders should be aware that mini-roundabouts have replaced traffic signals at most intersections, which should work to slow motor vehicle movements at these locations. The implementation of these mini-roundabouts also permitted the City to lower the - [Cleveland wins funding, coaching to fast-forward mobility network build-out](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-wins-funding-coaching-to-fast-forward-mobility-network-build-out/2022/12/) - Cleveland wins funding, coaching to fast-forward mobility network build-out Fighting climate change by increasing transportation options among stated goals A national nonprofit, City Thread, has selected Cleveland among a diverse cohort of cities to participate in the Accelerated Mobility Playbook technical assistance program designed to help fast-forward the build-out of their mobility networks. The application - [Rider Alert: Center Street Swing Bridge | Updated](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/rider-alert-center-bridge/2022/12/) - Updated 12/2022: The opening date for the historic Center Street Swing Bridge has been pushed out to summer of 2023. While originally scheduled to open in October 2022, additional needed repairs have delayed the project. While the bridge undergoes a renovation, riders and pedestrians will have to consider detour options in order to connect between - [Add Your Gift To Our Year End Fundraising Goals](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/donate/2022/11/) - As the end of another year approaches, all of us at Bike Cleveland sincerely thank you for supporting the work we do to make biking and walking safer in all our communities. While progress and change never come at the pace we desire, momentum for safe multimodal streets is building and many key pieces are - [Winning Campaigns Advocacy Training](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/winning-campaigns-advocacy-training/2022/12/) - Winning Campaigns Training, the only professional campaign training for mobility advocates, is coming to Cleveland! This training is designed for anyone who wants to make their community a better place to bike and walk. This action-oriented workshop gives novice and veteran advocates the tools to create and manage powerful campaigns to increase biking and walking - [2023 Annual Meeting and Social](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2023-annual-meeting-and-social/2022/12/) - We’re excited to welcome our members (and those soon-to-be) back for an in-person Annual Meeting & Social! After a few years of COVID-induced virtual gatherings, we invite you join us at the historic Sokol Greater Cleveland for a night of catching up – and looking forward! Spend some time chatting up riders you haven’t seen - [ACTION ALERT: Support Strong Distracted Driving Laws](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-support-strong-distracted-driving-laws/2022/12/) - Last week, The Ohio House passed an amended version of a distracted driving bill that would make using a phone while driving a primary offense rather than a secondary offense. Under the current law, officers are not able to stop a driver for texting or using their mobile device while driving, nor issue a citation, unless local - [Winter Cycling Learning Circle](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/winter-cycling-learning-circle/2022/12/) - On December 17th at 3pm, come learn with experienced winter cyclists the dos and don'ts of riding your bike in the sleet, snow, and cold! Online registration is required, donations are encouraged but not required! Winter is an inevitable reality when you live in Cleveland, Ohio - but that doesn't mean the joy of bikes - [World Day of Remembrance: Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/wdor-cle/2022/11/) - Today, we are joining together with Families for Safe Streets, street safety organizations, community members, and elected officials from across the country to mark the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims and to demand change. We all have the right to safe mobility, and we can prevent these tragic incidents. We are calling - [Cranksgiving Cleveland 2022](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cranksgiving-cleveland-2022/2022/10/) - Cleveland’s cycling community is once again gathering food for disadvantaged families and senior citizens this holiday season! Bike Cleveland is pleased to present Cranksgiving, a food drive by bicycle. There is no cost to join the event, but cyclists usually spend about $15 (or however much you can) on food and supplies for others. How - [Election Day 2022: Bikes & Voting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/election-day-2022-bikes-voting/2022/11/) - Happy Election Day-Eve! Tomorrow is an important day across the country, with many significant races happening locally. It’s essential to vote all the way down the ballot and make sure your voice is heard on the local level. Polls will be open from 6:30am to 7:30pm. Find your polling location here. Make sure to bring - [ACTION ALERT: Support Better Bike Lanes on North & South Moreland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-support-better-bike-lanes-on-north-south-moreland/2022/11/) - South and North Moreland Boulevard from Griffin Avenue to Larchmere Boulevard are set to be reconstructed starting in January of 2023. This $7 million project will redesign the intersections and roadway in this essential economic district connecting Shaker Square to the surrounding neighborhoods. You can learn more about the project at NorthandSouthMoreland.com. In its current - [Sharrows, Bike Lanes, and Protected Bike Lanes – What’s the difference?](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/sharrows-bike-lanes-and-cycle-tracks-whats-the-difference/2015/04/) - Traffic patterns and lane markings around the country are changing as cities and states come around to the fact that more lane miles for cars will not solve our transportation issues. Cities have begun installing bike lanes and sharrows. However, many people do not understand these new lane configurations, or know what the markings mean. - [Random Acts of Brightness - November Edition](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/random-acts-of-brightness-november-edition/2022/10/) - Random Acts of Brightness is Bike Cleveland's initiative to install front and rear bicycle light sets for riders with unlit bikes by intercepting cyclists while they are riding around in the dark. Since 2012, Bike Cleveland and volunteers have been given away over a thousand free bike lights through our Random Acts of Brightness program. - [Support Cleveland Metroparks - Yes on Issue 5](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/support-cleveland-metroparks-yes-on-issue-5/2022/10/) - Bike Cleveland fully supports the Cleveland Metroparks levy, up for approval on your ballot this November. “Issue 5” is a replacement levy that will be critical for the Metroparks to continue their valuable work in Greater Cleveland. Cleveland Metroparks is an important partner to Bike Cleveland and has been paramount to improving safe access to - [Random Acts of Brightness - October Edition](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/random-acts-of-brightness-8/2022/10/) - ***Rain Update: It might be a little drizzly so bring your rain gear. If you don't have rain gear or aren't up for riding around in some rain you can come to both meet-up locations and pick-up some lights to hand out on your own later this week.*** Random Acts of Brightness is Bike - [Mobility Conversation w/ County Executive Candidates](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/mobility-conversation-w-county-executive-candidates/2022/09/) - UPDATE: If you missed the forum, you can review the candidate responses here. Join Bike Cleveland, Clevelanders for Public Transit, and the candidates for County Executive for a conversation about the future of mobility. When: Thursday, October 13 | 6:30pm Where: Goldhorn Brewery | 1361 E 55th St, Cleveland Chris Ronayne & Lee Weingart will - [RESCHEDULED- Miles of Smiles: FRONT Edition](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/miles-of-smiles-front-edition/2022/06/) - September 29th (Thursday) - Miles of Smiles: FRONT Edition Start/Finish: Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad - Akron Northside | 27 Ridge St, Akron, OH 44308 Meet up: 6:00 pm | Roll out: 6:30 pm | Return: 9:00 pm Distance: about 10 miles Facebook Event: Sept 28th Description: Miles of Smiles Front Edition | Akron This year, - [NOACA “Lake Eerie” Gohio Commute Challenge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/noaca-eerie/2022/09/) - We challenge you to try something new! NOACA’s annual “Lake Eerie” Gohio Commute Challenge will be held October 1-31, 2022. This is a carbon-free challenge – walking, biking, and telework rack up more points, and transit, carpool or vanpool count too! Record up to four (4) destination trips a day and be automatically entered into - [Bikes N'Brew Rider Information](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bnb-rider-info/2022/09/) - Thank you for supporting Bike Cleveland by riding Bikes N' Brew this Saturday, September 24th! Please take a moment to read all of the instructions to ensure your ride goes smoothly. If you have additional questions please contact - jason@bikecleveland.org A CRITICAL NOTE UP FRONT: Bikes N' Brew is NOT a bar crawl. All participants are expected to - [Join a Committee or Apply To Be On Our Board](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/join-a-committee-or-apply-to-be-on-our-board/2022/09/) - As a membership-based advocacy organization, Bike Cleveland depends on the guidance of committed volunteers who will take leadership positions on our Board of Directors and Committees. As a Board Member or Committee Member, you will ensure that Bike Cleveland remains true to our mission of “creating a region that is sustainable, connected, healthy, and vibrant - [ACTION NEEDED: North & South Moreland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-needed-north-south-moreland/2022/09/) - The City of Cleveland is seeking public feedback as they prepare plans to repave North and South Moreland Boulevards. You can learn more on the project website: NorthandSouthMoreland.com. The current plan being proposed is: Repair and resurface the roadway. Reconfigure Intersections (including bump-outs and realigning intersections to reduce pedestrian crossing distances) at: Livingston Road Ashwood - [Public Comment: Shared Scooters and Bikes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-comment-shared-scooters-and-bikes/2022/08/) - Cuyahoga County, in coordination with the City of Cleveland, Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA), Bike Cleveland, and a number of partner cities throughout the region, is looking to expand the existing network of public bicycles and scooters to reach a broader community of users across the City of Cleveland and Cuyahoga County. In addition to expansion the program is - [2022 Ride for Sylvia](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2022-ride-for-sylvia/2022/09/) - Join friends of Sylvia Bingham for a memorial bike ride to promote safe streets. Sylvia Bingham was tragically killed while riding her bicycle to work on September 15th 2009. Cyclists will gather at 8:30am on Thursday, September 15th at the corner of W. 11th and Fairfield (at the Bike Box) in Tremont, near where Sylvia - [Bike To Work Day - September](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-september-3/2022/09/) - ***Reminder: We've moved to Wednesday in order to capitalize on the hybrid work schedules that dominate much of the downtown work environment.*** Celebrate Bike to Work Day in September with TWO locations, downtown at the east end of the Detroit-Superior Bridge AND in University Circle on Euclid near Severance Hall! Nothing beats meeting up with - [Not Your Average Slow Roll: FRONT Edition](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/not-your-average-slow-roll-front-edition/2022/06/) - September 14th (Wednesday) - Not Your Average Slow Roll: FRONT Edition Start/Finish: Wade Oval @ Information Center Meet up: 6:00 pm | Roll out: 6:30 pm | Return: 9:00 pm Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39975162?privacy_code=cij9zlYPvsIFnw6U Distance: 12.7 Facebook Event: Sept 7th Description: Not Your Average Slow Roll - Wade Oval This year, Cleveland is home to two free - [Brecksville-Broadview Hts. Bike Rodeo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/brecksville-broadview-hts-bike-rodeo/2022/09/) - Bike Brecksville-Broadview Hts. will be leading a Bike Rodeo at the new Elementary School on Saturday, Sept. 24th from 10am-12pm. For details and registration: https://bbh_bikerodeo_2022.eventbrite.com/ - [Fundo Rider Information](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/fundo-rider-information-2/2022/08/) - Here is everything you need to know for the Bike Cleveland Fundo taking place this Saturday, August 27th! Registered riders: This info was emailed to you on Tuesday. We'll send another reminder before event day. Still thinking about registering? Online registration closes at noon on Thursday, August 25th. Friday PM and day-of registration will be - [Lakeview Summer Bike Ride - September](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/lakeview-summer-bike-ride-september/2022/07/) - Join us this summer for casual, family-friendly guided group rides of 5-8 miles. Each ride meets up in front of the Lakeview Estates Community Center located at 1290 W25th Street. Destination for this event on September 16th will be Novak Park for a movie in the park. Bring a blanket and stay for the movie - [Lakeview Summer Bike Ride - August](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/lakeview-summer-bike-ride-august/2022/07/) - Join us this summer for casual, family-friendly guided group rides of 5-8 miles. Each ride meets up in front of the Lakeview Estates Community Center located at 1290 W25th Street. The route for this event on August 20th will include the Red Line Greenway! - [Bike To Work Day - August](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-august-3/2022/08/) - ***Reminder: We've moved to Wednesday in order to capitalize on the hybrid work schedules that dominate much of the downtown work environment.*** Celebrate Bike to Work Day in August at the east end of Hope Memorial Bridge! Nothing beats meeting up with all of Cleveland's bike folks on your way to work. We’ll have hot - [Bikes N'Brew 2022](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bikes-brew-22/2022/08/) - Bikes N’Brew returns in 2022 for you to explore the latest Cleveland breweries and visit old favorites! Bikes N'Brew is an unsupported bicycle tour through Cleveland's expanding brew network and surrounding neighborhoods. There will be 20, 40, and 60 mile-ish suggested route options with cue sheets & maps provided - but most riders freeform a - [Not Your Average Slow Roll: FRONT & CAN Edition](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/not-your-average-slow-roll-front-can-edition/2022/06/) - August 3rd (Wednesday) - Not Your Average Slow Roll: FRONT & CAN Edition Start/Finish: Fairfax Rec Center | 2335 E 82nd St, Cleveland, OH 44104 Meet up: 6:00 pm | Roll out: 6:30 pm | Return: 9:00 pm Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39974385?privacy_code=a1R7kniKR7aHsGrh Distance: 11 miles Description: Not Your Average Slow Roll : Fairfax Rec Center Facebook Event: - [Bike To Work Day - July](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-july-3/2022/07/) - ***Please note: We've moved to Wednesday in order to capitalize on the hybrid work schedules that still appear to dominate much of the downtown work environment.*** Celebrate Bike to Work Day in July at Public Square! Nothing beats meeting up with all of Cleveland's bike folks on your way to work. We’ll have hot coffee - [Lakeview Summer Bike Ride - July](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/lakeview-summer-bike-ride-july/2022/07/) - Join us this summer for casual, family-friendly guided group rides of 5-8 miles. Each ride meets up in front of the Lakeview Estates Community Center located at 1290 W25th Street. For this July 15th edition, meet at 5:00pm and be ready for a spin out to Edgewater Park! - [FRONT Block Party Ride - Miles of Smiles](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/front-block-party-ride-miles-of-smiles/2022/06/) - July 16th (Saturday) - Front Block Party Ride - Miles of Smiles Start/Finish: Public Square @ Bike Cleveland Tent Meet up: 2:00 pm | Roll out: 2:30 pm | Return: 4:00 - 4:30 pm Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39948459?privacy_code=U0GEzLVZz4685zcI Distance: 8 miles Description: Miles of Smiles Front Block Party Ride Facebook Event: July 16th This year, Cleveland is - [Miles of Smiles: FRONT & CAN Edition](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/miles-of-smiles-front-can-edition/2022/06/) - August 13th (Saturday) - Miles of Smiles: FRONT & CAN Edition Start/Finish: Euclid Beach |16301 Lakeshore Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44110 Meet up: 10:30 am | Roll out: 11:00 am | Return: 3:00 pm Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39974867?privacy_code=6StlKtRqY7QDvHQg Distance: 25 miles Facebook Event: August 13th This year, Cleveland is home to two free summerlong contemporary art triennials, festivals - [Not Your Average Slow Roll: FRONT & CAN Edition](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/not-your-average-slow-roll-front-can-edition-2/2022/06/) - August 17th (Wednesday) - Not Your Average Slow Roll: FRONT & CAN Edition Start/Finish: W. 78th Street Studios | 1300 W 78th St, Cleveland, OH 44102 Meet up: 6:00 pm | Roll out: 6:30 pm | Return: 9:00 pm Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39974996?privacy_code=ENfFvmrgkw03SAN5 Distance: 13 Facebook Event: August 17th Description: Not Your Average Slow Roll - W. - [Lakeview Summerfest Recap, Bike Jam Kick-off](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/lakeview/2022/06/) - We make Mondays better by putting kids on bikes! The staff of Bike Cleveland spent Monday afternoon at Lakeview Summerfest - a community event for residents of Lakeview Terrace in Ohio City. Residents gathered for free music, food, and wellness information in and around the community center. We added a bike component to the event - [Bike To Work Day - June](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-june-2/2022/06/) - ***Please note: We've moved to Wednesday in order to capitalize on the hybrid work schedules that still appear to dominate much of the downtown work environment.*** Celebrate Bike to Work Day in June at the east end of Hope Memorial Bridge! Nothing beats meeting up with all of Cleveland's bike folks on your way to - [Action Alert: Lee Road Public Meetings](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-lee/2022/06/) - The second round of public meetings for Lee Road in Shaker Heights is scheduled starting on June 15th. Your input during this phase is critical, because several options for bicycle facilities are going to be shown as options. These will include in-road bike lanes, a separated path, and a two-way cycle track. It is very - [Complete & Green Streets Ordinance Passes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/complete-green-streets-ordinance-passes/2022/06/) - After over 3 years of advocacy on June 6th Cleveland City Council passed an updated Complete & Green Streets Ordinance (Ord. 370-2022). Shortly after being elected, @JustinMBibb declared “people over cars.” His words were put into action last night. After 3+ years of advocacy, @CleCityCouncil approved an updated Complete & Green Streets (CGS) Ord. which - [Ride Bikes, Raise Money For Bike Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/climate-ride-2022/2022/06/) - Looking to do an awesome ride, AND raise money for your local advocacy group? Ride the Green Fondo, a cycling party that engages an energized community and benefits the sustainability revolution. This weekend event takes place at the Chautauqua Institution, a non-profit, 750-acre community on Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York. Chautauqua is a - [Complete Streets Support - City Council Public Comment](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/safer-streets-campaigns/complete-streets-support-city-council-public-comment/2022/06/) - Over the past few months City Council heard from advocates supporting an updated Complete & Green Streets Ordinance. This is an inventory of all the public comment received in support of Complete & Green Streets at Cleveland City Council meetings. The updated Complete & Green Streets Ordinance (Ord. 370-2022) was passed on 6/6/2022. Bike Cleveland - [10 Year Anniversary Celebration Recap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/10-year-recap/2022/06/) - A cool, Thursday evening in June saw Bike Cleveland members and supporters gather at the beautiful Stillwater Place at the Cleveland Metroparks. It was our first time at this venue, but this was a special occasion - our 10 Year Anniversary Celebration was in order. We haven't had a gathering like this in some time - [Bike Month Bingo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-month-bingo/2022/04/) - May is National Bike Month, and we're encouraging everyone to get out and Ride! During the month of May, everyone is invited to play Bike Cleveland's Bike Month Bingo! Cover as many squares as possible! Download your card HERE or by clicking the game image below. Rules: Complete as many squares as possible during May. - [10 Year Anniversary Celebration (Registration Closed)](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/10-year-anniversary-celebration/2022/05/) - ***Registration has closed for this event. There is no day-of registration available. Thank you for supporting safe streets, and we look forward to gathering on the 2nd!*** Important Note: This event is quite different than our previous gatherings, and for that reason we must require preregistration - which must be done by noon on Thursday, - [Bike to Work Day - May](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-may/2022/04/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in May at Public Square! Nothing beats meeting up with all of Cleveland's bike folks in the heart of downtown. We’ll have hot coffee and delicious donuts by Jack Frost for bicycle commuters as we take this morning to celebrate the transformative power of riding to work by bicycle. We - [How We Roll: Ready to Ride - Getting Started](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/how-we-roll-ready-to-ride-getting-started/2022/04/) - Ready To Ride: Getting Started | Let's learn how to prepare for the upcoming biking season. For many getting prepared for the biking season is easy but for others it may be challenging. Join Diana Hildebrand, Bike Cleveland Education and Outreach Manager as she shows you how to prepare for the riding season with simple - [Morgana Run Cleanup w/ RiverSweep](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/morgana-run-cleanup/2022/04/) - Every season is biking season, but we know you are excited to hit the trails now that the weather is warming up! The Morgana Run Trail, located in Slavic Village, is a staple for Clevelanders but is often neglected. On Saturday, May 7 from 9am-12pm, we're partnering with Canalway Partners RiverSweep and The Boy Scouts - [CARbon FREE Challenge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/carbon-free-challenge/2022/04/) - Celebrate National Bike Month by replacing a drive to work, school, shopping or other destinations with a bike ride, and – BONUS! – save money on gas, and compete for prizes through the Gohio Commute May Challenge! Register, log up to 4 trips a day during May, and follow the leaderboard to see how you - [May is Bike Month! Let's Ride!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/may/2022/04/) - May is National Bicycle Month, and along with the League of American Bicyclists we urge you to get outside and spend some quality time on your bike! Here's a quick roundup of what's going on: All Month: Bike Month Bingo - More Details - During the month of May, everyone is invited to play Bike - [How We Roll: Confident City Cycling - Group Riding](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/11656/2022/04/) - Confident City Cycling: Group Riding | Riding with confidence comes with learning and putting what you learn into practice. From leading rides to riding with others. This session will show you how to ride safely with others from passing to maintaining the group pace. This is a two part session with 1 in class session - [2022 Cleveland Ride & Walk of Silence](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cleveland-ride-walk-silence/2022/04/) - On Wednesday, May 18th, join people from across Greater Cleveland (and the world) for the most important event of the year. Local cyclists, along with folks on foot, will join others across the globe in a silent slow-paced ride or walk in honor of vulnerable road users who have been injured or killed on our - [Action Alert: Support Complete & Green Streets!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-support-complete-green-streets/2022/04/) - It’s a new day in Cleveland and an updated Complete & Green Streets will be introduced at Cleveland City Council tonight! Watch the council meeting live at 7:00pm here and read the legislation here. Now, we are asking for YOUR support to ensure the legislation passes. Email Cleveland City Councilmembers and Mayor Bibb, urging them - [RESPONSES: COUNTY EXECUTIVE & COUNCIL CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/responses-county-executive-council-candidate-questionnaire/2022/04/) - Find out where the County Executive and County Council Candidates stand on biking, walking, and transit issues Biking and walking are political issues. When you choose to get around by foot or by bike, you are addressing critically important issues: personal health, air quality, oil dependence, economics, infrastructure, and safety. Each election cycle, we want - [Bike Cle Speaks Up for Complete Streets at City Council](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cle-speaks-up-for-complete-streets-at-city-council/2022/04/) - Diana Hildebrand, Education & Outreach Manager at Bike Cleveland, shared her story at Cleveland City Council on Monday in support of an updated Complete & Green Streets Ordinance. During public comment, Diana said: “It is my mission to create fun and safe experiences for the children, adults, and seniors of all abilities that I work - [Staff Meet & Greet](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/staff-meet-greet/2022/03/) - This is absolutely NOT an April Fool's joke! It's been so long since we had the opportunity to mix it up with all of our cycling friends! We recently added two new staff members, so we're using this as the perfect excuse for a Friday meetup to get caught up. Come chat about upcoming projects, - [Vision Zero Community Event](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/vision-zero-community-event/2022/03/) - The City of Cleveland is hosting a virtual community event on April 6th at 5:30pm to share and gather feedback on the Vision Zero Cleveland Action Plan. This is an important event to help shape strategies for eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries in the City of Cleveland. You can get more details and register - [Advocates Show Support for Mobility](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/advocates-show-support-for-mobility/2022/03/) - Mobility advocates showed up again to Monday’s Cleveland City Council meeting, voicing their support for an updated Complete and Green Streets legislation and addressing other mobility issues in Cleveland. The city has missed many opportunities to create safe and inclusive streets over the last 10 years since the original Complete & Green Streets ordinance was - [Vision Zero - Community Open Houses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/vision-zero-community-open-houses/2022/03/) - The Vision Zero Action Planning team is holding a series of community open houses over the next couple weeks. Stop by to review community feedback from public engagement in October, 2021 and share your top priorities to stop deaths and serious injuries from traffic crashes in Cleveland. Click on the open house option of your - [City Council Hears Mobility Concerns](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/council-mobility/2022/03/) - Mobility issues stood out at Cleveland City Council’s meeting Monday night. Three individuals spoke to different transportation issues facing Clevelanders: Jenna Thomas, Bike Cleveland’s Advocacy and Policy Manager, spoke in support of an updated Complete & Green Streets ordinance that would transform the way that the city designs streets. During her public comment, Jenna stated, - [Public Square: Temporary Condition?](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-square-temporary-condition/2018/06/) - Wednesday afternoon, an article was published on cleveland.com in reference to a new plan for Cleveland's iconic Public Square - an article discussing a plan where the temporary jersey barriers would be replaced by permanent bollards. Good news for sure, except for one big issue. Still no bikes through Public Square in this plan. Now, - [2022 Bike Cleveland Fundo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2022-bike-cleveland-fundo/2022/03/) - The 2022 Bike Cleveland Fundo p/b Knabe Law Firm returns for riders on Saturday, August 27th! We will be back at beautiful Edgewater Park on the shores of Lake Erie! The Fundo is a ride for all ages and abilities through the best of Cleveland’s expanding bike network. With clearly signed courses of 10, 30 and - [New Staff Day!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/new-staff-day/2022/03/) - It's new staff day at Bike Cleveland! We're beyond excited in welcoming two new team members to expand and enhance the work we do on behalf of riders and pedestrians in Cleveland. Each brings with them a broad array of skills and passion that will undoubtedly benefit our members and everyone moving around our favorite - [Special Solon City Council Meeting and Public Comments: Solon to Chagrin Falls Trail](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-solon/special-solon-city-council-meeting-and-public-comments-solon-to-chagrin-falls-trail/2022/02/) - 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐚𝐲-𝐭𝐨-𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥 Live Meeting Link: https://www.solonohio.org/996/Live-Meetings The proposed 4-mile hiking and biking trail would include 2.1 miles within Solon. It will run along the former Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway Company - [Hiring: Advocacy and Policy Manager](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/hiring-advocacy-and-policy-manager/2022/01/) - UPDATE: 2/16/22 - This position has been filled. Bike Cleveland is in search of an Advocacy & Policy Manager to assist with our advocacy and community organizing work. You can download the full job posting here. Deadline: Open until filled. Posted on January 10th, 2022 Status: Full-time, exempt salary Reports to: Executive Director Location: 3000 - [Public Meeting: Lee Road Action Plan](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-meeting-lee-road-action-plan/2022/02/) - On February 24 at 6:30 PM the City of Shaker Heights will launch a community engagement process to create a visionary reinvestment plan for the Lee Road corridor south of Van Aken Boulevard. This process will envision a comprehensive transformation of the area south of Chagrin Boulevard into a more thriving corridor and commercial - [Solon City Council Meeting: Solon to Chagrin Falls Trail](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-solon/solon-city-council-meeting-solon-to-chagrin-falls-trail/2022/02/) - 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐚𝐲-𝐭𝐨-𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥 The proposed 4-mile hiking and biking trail would include 2.1 miles within Solon. It will run along the former Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway Company railroad line and will - [Final Solon City Council Meeting: Solon to Chagrin Falls Trail](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-solon/final-solon-city-council-meeting-solon-to-chagrin-falls-trail/2022/02/) - 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐚𝐲-𝐭𝐨-𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥 The proposed 4-mile hiking and biking trail would include 2.1 miles within Solon. It will run along the former Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway Company railroad line and will - [How Can I Get Involved?](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-solon/how-can-i-get-involved/2022/02/) - We are looking for more folks to become founding members of Bike Solon. Specifically, we are hoping to find others to help plan events, group rides, and work with social media. What if you don't have a closet full of lycra? Does your ideal bike ride involve playing in the dirt, racing your BMX, or - [Solon Connects](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-solon/testing-bike-solon/2021/11/) - The Solon Connects Plan is the result of community aspirations to consider new methods, opportunities, and technologies to achieve a well-connected city for all residents regardless of age or ability. The Solon Connects Plan is intended to not only guide leaders, but also inspire residents, business owners, and other stakeholders to rethink pedestrian, bicycle, and - [Hiring: Education and Outreach Manager](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/hiring-education-and-outreach-manager/2022/01/) - Bike Cleveland is in search of an Education & Outreach Manager to assist with our education programs and community outreach work. You can download the full job posting here. Deadline: Open until filled. Posted on January 10th, 2022 Status: Full-time, exempt salary Reports to: Executive Director Location: 3000 Bridge Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113 About Us - [ACTION ALERT: NOACA Downtown Transportation and Livability Study](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-noaca-downtown-transportation-and-livability-study/2021/12/) - NOACA is leading a study to improve transportation connections for all road users in Downtown Cleveland. The plan envisions that "Downtown Cleveland has an equitable, modern, safe, connected, convenient, accessible, reliable, enjoyable, and multimodal transportation system that supports economic growth, quality of life, health, and environmental sustainability in downtown and the greater Cleveland region." We - [Support Safe Streets Today](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/support/2021/12/) - [three_fourth] Bike Cleveland set out ten years ago with a bold vision for our region - a vision in which biking and walking are convenient, safe, commonplace, and a source of pride. Ten years into this journey we’ve had many achievements: over 120 miles of new bike lanes and trails as well as over 400 - [Bold Steps to Advance Safe, Equitable Transportation in Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bold-steps/2021/12/) - Safe, accessible, and equitable public transit, walking, and cycling infrastructure is a civil right. Transportation policies and budgets have prioritized the mobility and convenience of motor vehicle drivers over the safety of vulnerable road users like pedestrians and cyclists. Recent data derived from Cleveland’s Vision Zero and similar data-driven transportation planning processes underscores the grave - [Cranksgiving Gives Back Again!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cranksgiving-gives-back-again/2021/11/) - On Saturday, November 20th, riders from the Cleveland area descended upon Lakewood Truck Park for the 10th annual Cranksgiving - a food drive by bicycle. Cool yet clear weather conditions made for a fantastic turnout, and bikes, trailers, and all manner of carrying methods crowded the courtyard of the venue. After a brief check-in and - [Deltrece's Farewell](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/deltreces-farewell/2021/11/) - Like all organizations do, we are experiencing some changes, and it is with some sadness that we say goodbye to Bike Cleveland's Outreach and Membership Manager Deltrece Daniels at the end of 2021. In the 5 years since Deltrece started at Bike Cleveland a lot has changed. Through Deltrece’s leadership of Bike Cleveland’s membership and - [World Day of Remembrance 2021](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/world-day-of-remembrance-2021/2021/11/) - On Sunday, Nov. 21st, we join families of traffic crash victims, street safety advocates, and city leaders from across the world to commemorate World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims (WDR) is commemorated on the third Sunday of November each year. It is a global - [Rider Alert: Opportunity Corridor](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/rider-alert-opportunity-corridor/2021/11/) - Rider Alert: Opportunity Corridor opens on Saturday, Nov 13th connecting E. 55th St. to E. 105th. One component of the corridor that we advocated for, a protected bike lane - which includes separate space for bicyclists and pedestrians - will be complete and open between E. 105th and E. 64th. However, a short section connecting - [CLE Candidate Mobility Questionnaire - Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cle-candidate-mobility-questionnaire-responses/2021/10/) - Find out where the Mayoral and Council Candidates stand on biking, walking and transit issues Biking and walking are political issues. When you choose to get around by foot or by bike, you are addressing critically important issues: personal health, air quality, oil dependence, economics, infrastructure, and safety. Each election cycle, we want to make sure - [Random Acts of Brightness](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/random-acts-of-brightness-6/2021/10/) - Since 2012, Bike Cleveland and volunteers have been given away hundreds of free bike lights annually through our Random Acts of Brightness program. On October 19th and 23rd we'll be out again getting cyclists lit! The Random Acts of Brightness pop-ups will be located in Downtown Cleveland at The Bike Rack and Glenville/University Circle on - [Random Acts of Brightness](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/random-acts-of-brightness-7/2021/10/) - Since 2012, Bike Cleveland and volunteers have been given away hundreds of free bike lights annually through our Random Acts of Brightness program. On October 19th and 23rd we'll be out again getting cyclists lit! The Random Acts of Brightness pop-ups will be located in Downtown Cleveland at The Bike Rack and Glenville/University Circle on - [Random Act of Brightness - Preparing Lights for Distribution](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/random-act-of-brightness-preparing-lights-for-distribution/2021/10/) - Since 2012, Bike Cleveland and volunteers have been given away hundreds of free bike lights annually through our Random Acts of Brightness program. On October 19th and 23rd we'll be out again getting cyclists lit! The Random Acts of Brightness pop-ups will be located in Downtown Cleveland at The Bike Rack and Glenville/University Circle on - [Random Acts of Brightness - Preparing Lights for Distribution](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/random-acts-of-brightness-preparing-lights-for-distribution/2021/10/) - Since 2012, Bike Cleveland and volunteers have been given away hundreds of free bike lights annually through our Random Acts of Brightness program. On October 19th and 23rd we'll be out again getting cyclists lit! The Random Acts of Brightness pop-ups will be located in Downtown Cleveland at The Bike Rack and Glenville/University Circle on - [Responses: CLE Council/Mayoral Candidate Questionnaire](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/candidate_questionnaire/2021/08/) - Find out where the Mayoral and Council Candidates stand on biking, walking and transit issues Biking and walking are political issues. When you choose to get around by foot or by bike, you are addressing critically important issues: personal health, air quality, oil dependence, economics, infrastructure, and safety. Each election cycle, we want to make sure - [Vision Zero Action Planning Begins](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/vision-zero-action-planning-begins/2021/09/) - Every two weeks, 13 people on average are seriously injured or killed on Cleveland roadways. This is unacceptable. That is why we are working in partnership with the City of Cleveland, Cleveland City Council, and community organizations to develop a Cleveland Vision Zero Action Plan. Vision Zero Cleveland's action plan will guide stakeholders towards eliminating serious - [Action Alert: Support Patty Banks](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-support-patty-banks/2020/10/) - UPDATED 9/28/2021 An update on Patty Banks support: We heard from Patty that the motorist that hit her has accepted a plea deal; pleading guilty to 3 felonies and a misdemeanor. With the acceptance of a plea deal there will not be a trial. It's important to note that Patty Banks is "very much at - [Lake Eerie Challenge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/lake-eerie-challenge/2021/09/) - We challenge you to try something new! NOACA’s annual “Lake Eerie” Gohio Commute Challenge will be held October 1-31, 2021. This is a carbon-free challenge – walking, biking, and telework rack up more points, and transit, carpool or vanpool count too! Record up to four (4) destination trips a day and be automatically entered into - [Postponed: Bikes N'Brew](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/postponed-bikes-brew/2021/08/) - We are disappointed to share this news, but the 2021 version of Bikes N'Brew has been postponed until 2022. We had shared the scheduled date for this year, and had begun in earnest making the preparations and plans to put on this classic event. It did not take us very long to come up against - [Vision Zero Virtual Kick-off Event](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/vision-zero-virtual-kick-off-event/2021/09/) - All are welcome to join a Virtual Kick-off Event for Cleveland's Vision Zero Action Plan, featuring accessibility advocate Karin Korb. When: Tuesday, October 5th, 6pm-7:30pm Where: Virtual via Zoom. Register here. About this event All Cleveland residents and individuals interested in roadway safety are invited to join this FREE online event to kick-off the Vision - [Public Meeting: Buckeye Road Rehabilitation](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-meeting-buckeye-road-rehabilitation/2021/09/) - Public Information Presentation of the Buckeye Road Rehabilitation Project Tuesday, September 28, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This presentation can be accessed by using the information below: 1.) Join the virtual meeting on-line using this link: Virtual Meeting 2.) Join by Phone : 1-415-655-0003 (US Toll ) 3.) Assemble with your neighbors to participate - [2021 Bike Cleveland Fundo Recap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2021-bike-cleveland-fundo-recap/2021/09/) - On August 29th over 1,000 bicyclists participated in the 8th annual Bike Cleveland Fundo powered by Knabe Law Firm. The ride is Bike Cleveland’s biggest fundraising event of the year and donations from riders and event sponsors help Bike Cleveland continue to advocate for safe streets through advocacy and education. This year’s event looked a - [Request for Proposal: Race, Equity & Inclusion (REI) Consultant](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/request-for-proposal-race-equity-inclusion-rei-consultant/2021/09/) - Last year Bike Cleveland released a statement that reiterated that “Safe streets for all” means more than building a connected bike network and safe pedestrian environments. It means creating an environment where all people, but especially African Americans and other persons of color, feel safe and comfortable using our city streets as public spaces for recreation, transportation, protest, - [Ride for Sylvia - 2021](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/rideforsylvia/2021/09/) - Join friends of Sylvia Bingham, who was tragically killed riding her bicycle to work on September 15th 2009, for a memorial bike ride to promote safe streets. Cyclists will gather at 9:30am on Saturday, September 18th at the corner of W. 11th and Fairfield (near the bike box at the South Side) in Tremont, near - [Bike Smarts - E-Bikes (August)](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-smarts-e-bikes-august/2021/09/) - Arrive to Your Destination Less Sweaty! Discover the benefits of riding an electric-assist bicycle for recreational and commuting bike rides. Join Us on Zoom Register Below: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bike-smarts-e-bikes-registration-169527881457 - [Fundo Rider Information](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/fundo-rider-information/2021/08/) - Thank you for supporting Bike Cleveland by riding the Fundo taking place this Sunday, August 29th! Read down for some useful information. Please take a moment to read all of the instructions to ensure your ride goes smoothly. If you have additional questions please contact - info@bikecleveland.org Items that are different from past Fundo events due to COVID and other factors - [St. Clair Community Bike Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/st-clair-community-bike-ride-2/2021/06/) - Join us for a fun casual bike ride through the St. Clair Superior Neighborhood. When: Thursday, August 19th at 6pm Where: Meet up at Marquette and St. Clair (map: https://goo.gl/maps/cDiqDADk4xD3TXAf9). The ride will be 3 miles in length and we will ride as a group. During the ride there will be a few stops where - [Lakefront Park - Summer Pop-up Party](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/lakefront-park-summer-pop-up-party/2021/08/) - Come to the lakefront for fun activities and add your voice to the latest plans for the area, including the Safe Routes to Parks engagement. Walk, ride a bike, or park in the North Gordon Park Boat Ramp area. Activities will include music, free ice cream, guided bike tours, programming by Recess Cleveland, bird watching - [Bike To Work Day](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day/2021/08/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in August at Public Square! We’re excited to bring things back towards normal in the heart of the city. We’ll have free coffee and snacks for bicycle commuters as we take this morning to celebrate the transformative power of riding to work by bicycle. We will be on the north - [Bike Smarts - August](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-smarts-august/2021/04/) - Interested in commuting to school or work by bicycle? Curious on how to make shopping trips using your bike? This is a program for you! Register HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bike-smarts-biking-for-school-work-and-shopping-registration-159203354519 - [Public Meeting: Franklin Boulevard](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-meeting-franklin-boulevard/2021/07/) - The City of Cleveland is presenting an in-person opportunity for stakeholders and residents to learn more and provide feedback on the most recent proposals to the Franklin Boulevard Rehabilitation project. The complete website, including the recent updates to the plan, can be found at https://westfranklincle.com/contact/. Thursday, July 29; 6:30pm | Waverly School (1805 W. 57th Street, - [ACTION ALERT: Buckeye Road Rehabilitation](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-buckeye/2021/07/) - The City of Cleveland is seeking feedback on the upcoming Buckeye Road Rehabilitation. For those that wish to take the deep dive on the entire scope of the project, the complete website and information can be found here. Through our engagement in the project, we are aware of the community desire to retain on-street parking - [Bike Smarts - July](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-smarts-july/2021/04/) - Learn all about how to cycle safely together in this family focused bike education program. Helmet tips, child carrier information, and more will be shared. Register HERE - [Bike To Work Day - July](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-july-2/2021/07/) - UPDATE: With a Flood Watch starting at 8a and t-storms/wind in the forecast, we can't reasonably setup at Public Square. Steer your bike to us this morning at our HQ - and grab a snack + fresh cup of coffee (on us!) at Phoenix upstairs! We're in the lowest level of building, with bike - [St. Clair Community Bike Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/st-clair-community-bike-ride-3/2021/07/) - Join us for a fun casual bike ride through the St. Clair Superior Neighborhood! When: Thursday, July 15th at 6pm Where: Meet up at Marquette and St. Clair (map: https://goo.gl/maps/cDiqDADk4xD3TXAf9). Facebook Event The ride will be 3 miles in length and we will ride as a group. During the ride there will be a - [Cleveland Mayoral Candidate Forum](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-mayoral-candidate-forum/2021/07/) - Every Cleveland resident deserves to live in a safe home in a healthy neighborhood. We deserve clean air to breathe, safe water to drink, and high-quality, nearby green space to enjoy. We deserve access to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy resources to power our homes, water utilities to provide for our families, and safe multi-modal - [ACTION ALERT: Support Complete Streets](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-support-complete-streets/2020/08/) - The streets of Cleveland are an important part of the livability of our neighborhoods. They ought to be for everyone, whether young or old, motorist or bicyclist, walker or wheelchair user, bus rider or shopkeeper. Our streets should connect the places we need and want to visit, not serve as barriers because they are unsafe. - [League Cycling Instructor Seminar](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/lci-seminar/2021/04/) - Do you have a desire to make cycling safe and accessible for others? Become a League Cycling Instructor with the League of American Bicyclists! League Cycling Instructors (LCI's) are ambassadors for better biking through education. After earning certification through a 3-day, League Coach-led seminar, LCIs teach Smart Cycling classes to children as well as adults. - [Bike Smarts - June](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-smarts-june-2/2021/04/) - Join us for our monthly Bike Smarts series. This month participants will learn about how you can use your bicycle to travel and explore near and far! Hear tips on using local trails, planning your trips, and more. Presented by Bike Cleveland & Rocky River Public Library Registration Details: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bike-smarts-adventure-biking-registration-159199472909 - [Bike To Somewhere Day - June - Evening Edition](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-somewhere-june/2021/06/) - Join us for our June "Evening Edition" of Bike to Somewhere Day! Work commute realities have not returned to normal enough for our classic Bike to Work Day, and we're still looking to get out there and engage with Cleveland riders - like you! The idea is simple. We want you to make it a - [Action Alert: Lorain Avenue](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-lorain-avenue/2021/06/) - The City of Cleveland is seeking feedback on five options for bicycle facilities on Lorain Avenue. The section under consideration runs from W20th (at the western end of the Lorain-Carnegie Bridge) to W65th Street. After public processes back in 2013-2015, it was determined that a 2-way Cycle Track was the preferred facility along the length - [Rolling Bike Smarts: Afternoon & Evening Sessions](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/rolling-bike-smarts-afternoon-evening-sessions/2021/06/) - Increase Your Confidence on the Roadway with 1PM and 5:30PM sessions! You’ll enjoy a casual ride through Cleveland neighborhoods that prepares you to safely and confidently navigate traffic by bicycle. There will be stops along the way to discuss the pertinent subjects relating to that safety and confidence. Topics include bicycle traffic law, proper lane - [ACTION ALERT: Statewide Distracted Driving Ban](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-statewide-distracted-driving-ban/2021/05/) - HB283, a bill that would prohibit driving while using electronic communications device, was introduced in the Ohio House on May 5th. HB283 would make driving while handling any electronic wireless device a primary offense for adult drivers and will increase fines for drivers who habitually use devices while driving. In cases where a driver using - [Action Alert: NOACA eNEO2050](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-noaca-eneo2050/2021/05/) - NOACA is currently seeking feedback on their long range transportation plan (LRTP), called eNEO2050, through June 2nd, 2021. This plan will guide transportation investments and priorities across the region that aim to build an equitable future for Northeast Ohio. We shared some of our concerns with the eNEO2050 plan at the NOACA Bicycle & Pedestrian - [Action Alert: Franklin Blvd](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-franklin-blvd/2021/04/) - The City of Cleveland is seeking feedback for Franklin Blvd (from W. 25th to W. 85th) ahead of construction in April 2022. The project will include the following components: Complete asphalt resurfacing, including full and partial depth pavement repairs where needed. Realignment of West 85th Street intersection adding ADA-compliant curb ramps Mini roundabouts at several - [Bike to Somewhere Day - May](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-somewhere-may/2021/04/) - We are still in a period where the pandemic is altering our lives in so many ways. Offices are still empty while people work from home, gatherings are still limited, safety precautions continue - and these realities force us all to be more flexible. May is Bike Month worldwide, and we traditionally celebrate the 3rd - [2021 Bike Cleveland Fundo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2021-bike-cleveland-fundo/2021/05/) - Come Tour Cleveland on Fantastic, Fully Supported Bicycle Routes! The 2021 Bike Cleveland Fundo p/b Knabe Law Firm returns for riders on Sunday, August 29th! We will be back at beautiful Edgewater Park on the shores of Lake Erie! The Fundo is a ride for all ages and abilities through the best of Cleveland’s expanding bike - [Share your ideas for improving biking and walking](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/share-your-ideas-for-improving-biking-and-walking/2021/05/) - The City of Cleveland is set to receive over $500 million through the American Rescue Plan Act. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make real, thoughtful, and transformative investments in our residents and our city. With so many bike and pedestrian projects planned in Cleveland, we want to hear from you how you would prioritize - [2021 Cleveland Ride Of Silence](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2021-cleveland-ride-silence/2021/04/) - The pandemic has bought about so many changes in our lives, but it has not changed the need to honor those injured or killed while riding public roadways. On Wednesday, May 19th, join Cleveland cyclists and those across the world on the most important date of the year. What will change this year is how - [St. Clair Bicycle Rodeo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/st-clair-bicycle-rodeo/2021/04/) - Join us on May 12th from 4-6pm for a bicycle safety rodeo*. We will be giving out free helmets to youth participants and teach you how to ride your bike safely. While you're there we'll be seeking feedback on how you get to the Lakefront Parks in the neighborhood as part of a community engagement - [St. Clair Community Bike Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/st-clair-community-bike-ride/2021/04/) - Join us for a fun casual bike ride through the neighborhood. When: Saturday, May 15th at 10am Where: Willson School (1126 Ansel Rd., Cleveland, OH) The ride will be 3-5 miles in length and we will ride in groups of 10 or less. Face masks are required. We will also be providing minor bicycle repair - [Rolling Bike Smarts - Evening](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/rolling-bike-smarts/2021/04/) - You’ll enjoy a casual ride through Cleveland neighborhoods that prepares you to safely and confidently navigate traffic by bicycle. There will be stops along the way to discuss the pertinent subjects relating to that safety and confidence. Topics include bicycle traffic law, proper lane positioning and more. Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rolling-bike-smarts-tickets-152386870231 - [Rolling Bike Smarts - Afternoon](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/rolling-bike-smarts-2/2021/04/) - You’ll enjoy a casual ride through Cleveland neighborhoods that prepares you to safely and confidently navigate traffic by bicycle. There will be stops along the way to discuss the pertinent subjects relating to that safety and confidence. Topics include bicycle traffic law, proper lane positioning and more. Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rolling-bike-smarts-tickets-152386870231 - [Bicycle Friendly Motorist Training](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bicycle-friendly-motorist/2021/04/) - Our educational programs focus heavily on improving how cyclists use the road, but we also educate motorists on best practices as well. Join us for a Zoom version of our Bicycle Friendly Motorist presentation - and come away with a better understanding of how to share the road with riders, learn about new types of - [Ride The Civil Rights Trail](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/civil-rights-trail/2021/04/) - In October 2019, the Cleveland Restoration Society (CRS) announced they received a $50,000 grant from the US Department of the Interior, National Park Service, to begin planning its project to develop an African American Civil Rights Trail in Cleveland. The CRS has identified the first three of ultimately ten historical markers for the trail: Cory - [Put A Lid On It!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/put-a-lid-on-it/2021/04/) - Please complete this SURVEY if you live in the Brecksville-Broadview Hts. School District and would like to reserve a bike helmet for your child(ren) today! May is Bike Safety Awareness Month and the Ohio Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics has awarded Bike Brecksville a bike helmet grant for their Put A Lid On - [Get To Know Your Bike Shop](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/get-to-know-your-bike-shop/2021/04/) - Join Bike Cleveland staff for a virtual social featuring our local bicycle shops. Tune in to learn about some of our local bicycle shops and discover tips to make your ride safe and enjoyable for the 2021 riding season. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqceqrpzoiGtE97eVeVLG342YQ3B1mGJwh --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join Bike Cleveland every 3rd Tuesday for informative classes on a wide - [This Pack Gives Back](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/madtree/2021/04/) - 1% for the Planet is a global movement inspiring businesses and individuals to support environmental solutions through annual memberships and everyday actions. Bike Cleveland has been a Nonprofit Partner of 1% for the Planet for many years, and we're excited to announce a new collaboration with MadTree Brewing that will help bring another way for - [Double Action Alert: MUTCD and Transportation Alternatives](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/mutcd-trans-alt/2021/03/) - Action One: In the United States, a technical document called the Manual for Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) is used to create “uniformity” in the look of our road signs and symbols, including traffic lights, crosswalks and all kinds of street markings. Unfortunately, while it’s presented as a neutral and scientific document, it is - [Action Alert: Old Lorain Road](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-old-lorain-road/2021/03/) - There is a new proposed connector trail to the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Reservation that will traverse Old Lorain Road's steep topography to create a new park connection, and ease access for a broader range of park users. If you climb or descend this hill as it is now, you know the challenge the grade - [Action Alert: Lake Avenue](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/lake/2020/12/) - The City of Cleveland is seeking feedback about the design of Lake Avenue from Detroit to W. 117th. See the bottom of this post for how to submit feedback. The city is proposing the following for Lake Avenue: From W. 117th to West Blvd: The final lane use will include a single travel lane in - [Bike Cleveland Equity Statement](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/equity/2021/03/) - In June 2020 Bike Cleveland released a statement that reiterated that “Safe streets for all” means more than building a connected bike network and safe pedestrian environments. It means creating an environment where all people, but especially African Americans and other persons of color, feel safe and comfortable using our city streets as public spaces - [Safe Routes Partnership Selects Bike Cleveland to Help Improve Lakefront Park Access](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/safe-routes-parks/2021/03/) - Safe Routes Partnership Selects Bike Cleveland to Help Improve Lakefront Park Access Cleveland, Ohio, March 1, 2021—From a competitive pool of nationwide applicants, the Safe Routes Partnership has selected Bike Cleveland to join Safe Routes to Parks Activating Communities, a technical assistance program focused on improving safe and equitable local park access. As part of - [ACTION ALERT: W. 65th Virtual Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-w-65th-virtual-meeting/2020/06/) - POSTED 2/12/2021: The City of Cleveland is hosting a virtual preconstruction meeting on Tuesday, Feb 16th from 5:30pm-7pm. You can access the meeting at West65thcle.com. The meeting flyer can be downloaded here. As a follow-up to the feedback received over the summer Bike Cleveland, Cleveland Metroparks, Council members, and Community Development Corp representatives met with - [ACTION ALERT: Feedback Needed on Chard Pedestrian Bridge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/chard-bridge/2021/02/) - As part of an Ohio Department of Transportation's (ODOT) I-77 pavement replacement project ODOT is seeking feedback on the Chard Avenue Pedestrian Bridge. The Chard Avenue Pedestrian Bridge does not meet current design standards and will be impacted by the I-77 Pavement Replacement project. ODOT is seeking feedback from the community about removing the bridge - [Brecksville Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/brecksville-bicycle-pedestrian-plan/2021/02/) - On Tuesday, February 16th, 2021 we will be presenting to the Brecksville Streets and Sidewalks Committee on the benefits of creating a Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan. You can review the presentation here! [pdf-embedder url="https://www.bikecleveland.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Brecksville-Bicycle-and-Pedestrian-Plan-Final.pdf" title="Brecksville Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Presentation"] - [Bike League Education Center Virtual Tour](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-league-education-center-virtual-tour/2021/02/) - The League of American Bicyclists has a new way to learn bike skills online, at learn.bikeleague.org. This is a great place to build your knowledge base about bicycling whether you're new to cycling or have been riding for years. If you are searching for resources as a beginner cyclist, or you desire to teach others - [ACTION ALERT: Help End Distracted Driving](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-hands-free/2021/02/) - Ohio Governor Dewine announced on Feb. 8th, 2021 that he is reaffirming his commitment from over a year ago to improve the safety of Ohio’s roads by including Hands Free Ohio provisions in his state budget proposal. Hands Free Ohio would make driving while handling any electronic wireless device a primary offense for adult drivers - [ACTION ALERT: Statewide 3 ft Passing AND Distracted Driving](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-statewide-3-ft-passing-and-distracted-driving/2016/05/) - UPDATE: The Ohio House passed HB154 on Tuesday, May 24th. Now we need your help getting it through the Ohio Senate before recess. Two action alerts both directed towards the Ohio House of Representatives. Ohio 3ft Passing Bill - HB154 We recently learned that the Ohio House will finally be taking HB154 to the floor for - [2021 Annual Meeting Recap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2021-annual-meeting-recap/2021/01/) - Every January, we prepare an in-person meeting for our growing ranks of members. We secure a unique, historic space in Cleveland (there are many), bring in catered food, tap kegs, and have a lively evening together. Bike shops and partner organizations attend, old friends mingle, and new friends are made. It's part recap of the - [Annual Meeting: Chapter Review](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2020-chapter/2021/01/) - While Bike Cleveland works on advocacy for the greater Cleveland region, we also have chapters that work on specific communities that help us cover a larger area. These chapters focus on the details and specific issues unique to their area, plus host events and foster ridership locally. Like us, they saw limited opportunities for outreach - [2021 Annual Meeting & Virtual Social](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2021-annual-meeting-virtual-social/2020/12/) - The solo ride defined cycling in 2020, as the pandemic brought unprecedented changes to nearly every facet of life - with our Annual Meeting being no exception. We're still bringing you updates on this past year, and a look forward as always. But this year's meeting will also include a very special guest - Leah - [Holiday Happy Hour](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/holiday-happy-hour/2020/12/) - Join us for an evening of advocacy updates, bike trivia, and face time with all of your favorite bike people! Bring a beverage or two (we won’t judge) and let’s shove 2020 out the door and look forward. Tips so you’re ready for the trivia portion - we’re using Kahoot: 1. Have two devices. One - [Thank you for being part of our community](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/our-community/2020/12/) - As COVID-19 continues to spread and impact our communities, the future has never felt so unpredictable. So in these challenging times, it is the sincere hope of all of us at Bike Cleveland that you are finding ways on your bike to navigate these challenging times, preserve your sanity and keep you in good health - [Cranksgiving Cleveland 2020 [Cancelled - But Donate!]](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cranksgiving-cleveland-2020/2020/11/) - Updated 11/19/2020: After careful consideration, the in-person elements of our 5 Cranksgiving events have been cancelled due to the recent STAY-AT-HOME HEALTH ADVISORY for Cuyahoga County. However, local families in need still desperately require your generosity and commitment. While the events are no longer happening – we strongly encourage you to take the money you - [Winter Riding Fun](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/winter-riding-fun/2020/10/) - Winter is coming as they say. You have worked hard all year to build fitness & improve your skills. Don't let it all slip away over the winter! Come learn how to stave off the atrophy and stay motivated all winter long - and come out swinging in the spring! Attend to learn ways to - [World Day of Remembrance](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/world-day-of-remembrance/2020/11/) - Today, on Sunday, Nov. 15th, we join families of traffic crash victims, street safety advocates, and city leaders from across the world to commemorate World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims (WDR) is commemorated on the third Sunday of November each year. It is a - [Random Acts of Brightness - Nov 9, 2020](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/random-acts-brightness-2020/2020/11/) - Since 2012, Bike Cleveland and volunteers have been giving away hundreds of free bike lights annually through our Random Acts of Brightness program. On Monday, November 9th from 5pm-8pm Bike Cleveland will host a modified Random Acts of Brightness event through a pop-up event (with an opportunity for folks to ride around and distribute lights - [Bike, Scoot, or Walk To Vote!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-scoot-walk-vote/2020/10/) - Early voting is well underway, and nationally voting is trending high - a good thing for democracy. Having a plan for voting has been a consistent theme, and having a plan to GET to the Board of Elections to vote early, or to your local polling place on election day is no different. Plan to - [Fall Virtual Happy Hour Recap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/virtual-happy-hour-recap/2020/10/) - Thank you to those that could join us for our Virtual Happy Hour on October 20th. It was great to see all your faces, to share a bit about what Bike Cleveland has been up to, and answer questions from you all. For those that missed it, below you will find some of the links - [Join the Board or a Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/join-the-board-or-a-committee/2020/10/) - As a membership-based advocacy organization, Bike Cleveland depends on the guidance of committed volunteers who will take leadership positions on our Board of Directors and Committees. As a Board Member or Committee Member, you will ensure that Bike Cleveland remains true to our mission of “creating a region that is sustainable, connected, healthy, and vibrant - [Random Acts of Brightness](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/random-acts-of-brightness-5/2020/10/) - Since 2012, Bike Cleveland and volunteers have been giving away hundreds of free bike lights annually through our Random Acts of Brightness program. On Tuesday, October 27th from 6pm-8:30pm Bike Cleveland will host a modified Random Acts of Brightness event through a pop-up event (with an opportunity for folks to ride around and distribute lights - [Book Launch: Cycling Rights: Bicycles, E-Bikes & Micro-Mobility Devices](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cycling-rights/2020/10/) - Join Bike Cleveland and Ken Knabe, Cleveland's Bike Attorney, for the launch and a discussion of his recent book titled "Cycling Rights: Bicycles, E-Bikes & Micro-Mobility Devices." His new book helps Cleveland cyclists understand their rights and responsibilities when riding on our roads. Ken provides both legal and practical advice for cyclist safety and helps - [Virtual Happy Hour](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/virtual-happy-hour/2020/10/) - Join Bike Cleveland for a Virtual Happy Hour! We will host a casual discussion of the latest news in biking in our region. Learn about our current advocacy campaigns, virtual education programs, and how you can help make our streets safe. This virtual meeting is open to all, but you have to register so we - [Spooky Spin](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/spooky-spin/2020/10/) - October brings shorter, cooler days - and darker, spookier nights! It all culminates at the end of the month with Halloween, but in a COVID world, we're all looking for new alternative ways to experience things with so many restrictions still in place. That's why we're bringing you this Spooky Spin to haunted sites in - [BIKE THERE on September 22nd](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-there/2020/09/) - "This September 21-27, and specifically on September 22, we are encouraging everyone to Bike There, wherever that there may be. Bike to Work, yes. Bike with friends, yes. Bike to an errand, yes. Bike to a Bicycle Friendly Business, yes. Bike around your neighborhood and back to your home, yes. Any bike, anywhere, it all - [Right of Way - a discussion about pedestrian safety](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/right-of-way/2020/09/) - Join Clevelanders for Public Transit and Bike Cleveland for a presentation and Q&A with Cleveland's own Angie Schmitt about her recently released book Right of Way: Race, Class and the Silent Epidemic of Pedestrian Deaths in America. Facebook Event Link Register via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYtd-qhqTsjEtyL_HCxUc3TcuJpAlwD00vp In Right of Way Angie Schmitt shows us that traffic - [Night Lights](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/night-lights/2020/08/) - The days are getting shorter - but you don't have to ride less! Learn how to keep riding thru dusk and dark with maximum visibility and safety & stretch your riding season out as far as possible! Attend to learn ways to stay safe while riding your bicycle. Bicycle riding is NOT a part of - [eNEO2050 - Inform future transportation investments](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/eneo2050-inform-future-transportation-investments/2020/08/) - NOACA is updating their Long Range Transportation Plan, which will guide investment in transportation infrastructure for the next 30 years. The plan is called eNEO2050. The overall goal of the plan is to increase mobility and improve the quality of life within NOACA's five county region (Cuyahoga, Lorain, Lake, Geague, and Medina counties). Through the - [Ride for Sylvia - 2020](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ride-for-sylvia-2020/2020/08/) - Join friends of Sylvia Bingham, who was tragically killed riding her bicycle to work on September 15th 2009, for a memorial bike ride to promote safe streets. Cyclists will gather at 9:30am on Sunday, September 13th at the corner of W. 11th and Fairfield (near Loop Coffee) in Tremont, near where Sylvia lived. The ride - [Action Alert: Willow Street Lift Bridge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-willow-street-lift-bridge/2020/08/) - Source: Cleveland.com (https://www.cleveland.com/galleries/QIKIDXCGP5CGVJXMOLPO3GY3AU/) While Lakeview Estates in Cleveland’s Ohio City neighborhood has been home to generations of Clevelanders that have contributed immensely to our city, residents have been unfairly subjected to environmental injustices and decisions rooted in structural racism. Large freeways have been built, cutting off Lakeview to the rest of the neighborhood and decades - [Black History in Cycling :: Bike Smarts August](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/black-history-cycling/2020/07/) - Join Bike Cleveland for an evening of educational entertainment and learn about notable African-Americans that have made an impact on bicycling across the world such as The World's Fastest Man and A Quick Brown Fox to name a couple. Register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEufuGurjsiGdJx2fnVoeyVDVEaifIqmp6y --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join Bike Cleveland every 3rd Tuesday for informative classes on a wide - [BIKE the CLE](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-the-cle/2020/07/) - Every year, we look forward to our signature fundraising ride - The Fundo. We had to cancel this year due to COVID-19 restrictions and permit cancellations. But we still want to #BiketheCLE, so here we go with a FREE virtual event based on the routes we had approved for this year's Fundo! There are 3 - [25 Connects Virtual Kick-Off Event](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/25-connects-virtual-kick-off-event/2020/07/) - Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) recently launched 25Connects, a community planning process for the West 25th Street corridor. 25Connects will provide the design recommendations and tools to guide a future West 25th Street corridor focused on walkable, transit-supportive, mixed-use community development in support of RTA’s MetroHealth Line bus rapid transit (BRT) line. BRT refers to - [PUBLIC COMMENT: Access Ohio 2045 Transportation Plan](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-comment-access-ohio-2045-transportation-plan/2020/07/) - Ohio's long-range transportation plan, called Access Ohio 2045, is available for public review and comment. You can download the draft plan and share your thoughts via survey here ---> https://publicinput.com/AccessOhio2045. Access Ohio 2045 will guide Ohio's transportation policies and investment strategies for the next 20 years, including investments in biking, walking and transit. Some of - [Third Federal: Cleveland's Latest Bicycle Friendly Business](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/third-federal-bicycle-friendly-business/2020/07/) - Today, the League of American Bicyclists recognized Third Federal with a Bronze Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) award, earning them a place alongside bike-forward businesses across the country in a commitment to building a more Bicycle Friendly America. They join a growing list of businesses in Northeast Ohio and statewide that are making our corner of the - [Bikeshare returns to Cleveland!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bikeshare-returns/2020/07/) - After a long absence, the return of bikeshare is underway in Cleveland. The red UHBikes bicycles and racks were removed late last year, and an updated system of black & blue bikes called HOPR will be taking their place. A limited distribution of the bikes is underway now, with a full implementation of up to - [Traffic Laws on Zoom](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/traffic-laws/2020/06/) - Stay Safe & Legal While Cycling for Fun Learn tips for cycling legally & safely provided by local lawyer Kenneth Knabe, of Knabe Law Firm Attend to learn ways to stay safe while riding your bicycle. Bicycle riding is NOT a part of the workshop. Register here to reserve your spot! Also - let your - [Equity & Access Within Cleveland's Mobility Options](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/equity-access-mobility/2019/10/) - As more mobility options come online in Cleveland, one of the common questions that comes up is: What about those that don't have smartphones and/or credit cards? It's a fair question, as everyone should have access to the convenience of these systems. All three of Cleveland's current scooter options have programs in place to increase - [CHEERS Virtual Kickoff](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cheers-virtual-kickoff/2020/06/) - The Cleveland Metroparks & partners invite you to join them on Tuesday, June 30 at 6 p.m. to kick-off the year-long planning process for CHEERS (the Cleveland Harbor Eastern Embayment Resilience Study)! This is a community-focused resiliency plan for the eastern Cleveland lakeshore that will Embrace the Lake as an asset for future generations. The - [Public Meeting: Union Avenue](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-meeting-union-avenue/2020/05/) - UPDATE 6/24/2020 - Meeting Recording and Public Comment Period Did you miss the virtual Union Avenue Public Meeting? You can watch it below and submit comments before July 7th, 2020 (details below the video). As we shared before, we appreciate the addition of bike lanes on Union Avenue but there is space on Union Avenue - [Ride to Provide w/ Bike Cleveland and the Hunger Network](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/ride-to-provide/2020/06/) - The cycling community is an unbelievably caring group, which becomes apparent each year when we cycle and food-raise for local hunger centers as part of Cranksgiving. For example, last year we raised over $3,000 in food and personal hygiene items for Parma Hunger Center. Now - more than ever - our local hunger centers need - [Webinar - Riding Well: Worksites, Wellness, and Bicycling](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/webinar-riding-well-how-your-worksite-can-encourage-bicycles-to-improve-health-and-wellbeing/2020/06/) - The current health, economic, and social crisis gives us all even more reasons to prevent disease and get mentally and physically healthy. The latest research on bicycle riding shows many mental and physical health benefits, and worksites are an excellent place to encourage cycling. Join David Pauer, for a fun and informative talk about why - [Community Conversation: Moving Around During COVID-19](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/community-conversation-moving-around-during-covid-19-2/2020/06/) - Join the Neighbor Up network, along with community partners, for a community conversation to listen and to share how you are moving around during COVID-19. Through this conversation we want to learn more about what people’s transportation experiences are right now in the middle of the pandemic, as well as think together about what a - [Kevin’s Bicycle Tour of Cleveland's Globally or Glacially Significant Sites (or KBTCGGSS for short)](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/kevins-bicycle-tour/2020/04/) - National and international friends, welcome to Kevin’s Bicycle Tour of Cleveland's Globally or Glacially Significant Sites (or KBTCGGSS for short), a bike ride to visit significant sites of international or world significance in Cleveland. These are places that make Cleveland a unique blend of industry, places, craft and most of all, warm and caring people. - [Community Conversation: Moving Around During COVID-19](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/community-conversation-moving-around-during-covid-19/2020/06/) - Join the Neighbor Up network, along with community partners, for a community conversation to listen and to share how you are moving around during COVID-10. Through this conversation we want to learn more about what people’s transportation experiences are right now in the middle of the pandemic, as well as think together about what a - [Mode Shift: Virtual Happy Hour](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/mode-shift-virtual-happy-hour/2020/06/) - Join Bike Cleveland for a Virtual Happy Hour! We will host a casual discussion of the latest news in biking in our region. Learn about our current advocacy campaigns, virtual education programs, and how you can help make our streets safe. We'll also be celebrating the launch of Mode Shift, our hazy pale ale collaboration - [Safe Streets for All](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/safe/2020/06/) - Bike Cleveland is creating a region that is sustainable, connected, healthy, and vibrant by promoting bicycling and advocating for safe and equitable transportation for all. That is our mission; but at its core, our mission is safe streets for all. “Safe streets for all” means more than building a connected bike network and safe pedestrian - [Vision for the Valley: Virtual Meetings](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/vision-for-the-valley-virtual-meetings/2020/05/) - Vision for the Valley moves forward with the challenge to craft One River for all, create One Vision for all parties to rally behind and through support and cooperation, build One Cleveland, with a healthier, more equitable, and more sustainable future. Due to COVID-19, the next round of engagements will go virtual as outlined below: - [Smart Cycling on Zoom](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/smart-cycling-on-zoom/2020/06/) - The Smart Cycling curriculum is designed to develop confidence and competence of a bicycle rider. Students will learn about choosing a bicycle, basic parts of a bike, essential equipment, as well as how to safely and comfortably ride your bike in various traffic conditions, terrain and climates. You will learn how to: Perform a bike - [Bike Lock Bike Smarts - June](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-lock-bike-smarts-june/2020/05/) - A Bike and A Bike Lock go together like peanut butter and jelly. It is a must have accessory and one of the number one prevention of bike theft. During this workshop, you will learn: Bike Lock Tips Types of Bike Locks Bike Lock Reviews Resources to Register Your Bike Safety Tips for - [Webinar | Connecting Communities: A plan for bikeway connectivity](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/webinar-connecting-communities/2020/05/) - Interested in learning more about our Connecting Communities Plan? Want to help make Cleveland a safe place to ride a bike? Join Bike Cleveland and OHM Advisors as we talk about our plan to advocate for a connected bike network and learn how you can help. This is a perfect time to get involved in - [Virtual Ride Of Silence - CLE](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/virtual-ride-silence/2020/04/) - We had planned to have our annual Ride of Silence on Wednesday, May 20th along with other cities worldwide. Permitting steps had been taken, and the Cleveland Police Bicycle Division had agreed to lead the procession as they have done so (and so well) for the past few years. It is our way to organize - [May 2020 Bike & Ped Counts - Volunteers Needed](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/may-2020-bike-ped-counts-volunteers-needed/2020/04/) - UPDATE 5/7/2020 - Thanks to everyone who signed up to conduct bike counts. We have 53 volunteer who signed-up for 59 locations. If you signed up you should have received all the materials and instructions via email (or mail if you requested). If you did not please email Jacob at jacob@bikecleveland.org. ______________________________________________ Bike Cleveland is - [2020 Bike Cleveland Fundo (Cancelled)](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2020-fundo/2020/02/) - Come Tour Cleveland on Fantastic, Fully Supported Bicycle Routes! Critical 2020 Fundo Update: The 2020 Bike Cleveland Fundo will not take place. Please head the Event Homepage for complete details and information. ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| The 2020 Bike Cleveland Fundo returns for another fantastic season on Sunday, August 30th! We will be back at beautiful Edgewater Park - [2020 Bike Cleveland Fundo Update](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2020-fundo-update/2020/05/) - 5/4/2020 | Critical 2020 Fundo Update: On May 3rd, the Cleveland Metroparks cancelled all public and retail events within the parks through September 30 due to the impact of COVID-19. This date range encompasses the Bike Cleveland Fundo scheduled on August 30th. We fully understand their decision, and as we stated from the start - - [May Is Bike Month!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/may-is-bike-month/2020/04/) - For all of us at Bike Cleveland every month is Bike Month, but we always go above and beyond in celebrating the joys of biking in May each year. This year will be necessarily different than past years as we all continue following the guidelines of health experts in helping prevent the spread of COVID-19. - [TIGER Connection Updates: April 2020](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/tiger-connection-updates-april-2020/2020/04/) - While you have been sheltering indoors, construction crews have been busy working outdoors on several trails and connections. These are projects related to the Re-Connecting Cleveland Tiger Grant Projects that will be bringing significant changes to the trail network by 2021. 3 different projects are underway right now, and here is what they look like - [Bike Smarts - Rolling at Home](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/rolling-bike-smarts-may/2020/04/) - Build your confidence and understanding of riding on the road About this Event: Covid-19 limits opportunities for social group riding therefore we will show you how to set up your bicycle on a trainer to ride indoors. Join Bike Cleveland on Zoom as we share equipment and tools needed for comfortable indoor riding. Register Here - [Explore Cleveland's Script Signs By Bike](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cle-script-sign/2020/04/) - With everyone's favorite group rides cancelled, we've come up with some ideas to strike out on an adventure of your own! Once you do this, you can try our CLE Murals tour, or the CLE History tour as well! The Cleveland script signs have become iconic, so why not do a ride to see them - [Explore Cleveland's Murals By Bike](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/clevelands-murals-bike/2020/04/) - With everyone's favorite group rides cancelled, we've come up with some ideas to strike out on an adventure of your own! Once you do this, you can try our CLE Script Sign tour, or the CLE History tour as well! Cleveland has an outstanding array of outdoor murals for you to go find by bike. - [Bike Month - Youth Coloring Contest](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-month-youth-coloring-contest/2020/04/) - Kids! Grab your markers, colored pencils, or your crayons and join Bike Cleveland for a good 'ol coloring competition. Download & color an entry form during Bike Month and return your coloring page to Bike Cleveland by email or postal mail. A winner will be chosen to receive a helmet & light set from the following - [DIY Bike Tips While Sheltering In Place](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/sheltering/2020/03/) - Sheltering in place? Need to get your bike ready for a little ride? We've partnered with local bike shops to bring you simple DIY tips to prep your bike for it's first outing of the year. If you need more in-depth service, please follow all guidelines currently in place before heading to the bike shop. - [Virtual Bike To Work Day - May](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/virtual-bike-work/2020/04/) - Normally May is the kickoff to our season of Bike to Work Day events, but 2020 is a year like no other. Riding bicycles as transportation and recreation during this pandemic has shown it's merit worldwide as people rediscover the convenience and freedom of traveling by bike daily. In years past, we have had everyone - [Stream 2040 With CIFF44 At Home!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/ciff44/2020/03/) - Updated: 04.15.2020 at 11:00 AM The folks at CIFF were able to reconfirm some films for CIFF44 Streams, and our partner film will be part of the program! CIFF44 Streams viewers will have access to single screening tickets at $8 per film beginning Wednesday, April 15 at 11 AM. Here is a link to the - [D-I-Y Wrenching | Virtual Bike Smarts](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-smarts-diy/2020/03/) - Join us on Tuesday, April 21st at 6:30pm for our Virtual Bike Smarts class. Learn how to be self-sufficient and avoid delays by fixing your own flat. We’ll teach you which tools and supplies you’ll need to carry for a quick repair when you’re out on the road. Get social and join the conversation on Facebook . - [Cleveland Metroparks Closes Roads To Motor Vehicles: Open For Bike and Ped](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-metroparks-closes-roads-to-motor-vehicles/2020/04/) - On Wednesday, the Cleveland Metroparks closed several roads to motor vehicle traffic in order to create more space for park users who are biking and walking. These measures are due to the COVID-19 outbreak, and it's a simple, effective way to encourage social distancing and it's positive effect on flattening the curve. Closing roads to - [Rescheduled: Become A League Cycling Instructor](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/become-a-league-cycling-instructor/2020/01/) - This event has been rescheduled to Sep 11 - Sep 13 due to COVID-19 concerns. Become a League Cycling Instructor League Cycling Instructors (LCIs) are certified to teach Smart Cycling classes to children as well as adults. Their goal is to help people feel more secure about getting on a bike, to create a mindset - [Support Your Local Bike Shops!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/support-shops/2020/03/) - Running a bike shop is tough. It just got tougher. This is the time of year when local, independent bike shops normally begin getting busy after a long winter. Folks flock to the stores to purchase new bikes, get current ones serviced, and refresh accessories that have worn out. The stores may have also begun - [Cancelled - Traffic Skills 101](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/traffic-skills-101-2/2020/01/) - Join us for Smart Cycling (Traffic Skills 101), a class for bicyclists who have some cycling experience but want to improve their skills. The workshop will start in the classroom for discussion about safe riding techniques, then we head to the parking lot to practice some on-bike skills. We will finish the workshop with a - [Postponed: Opening Day for Trails: Rides!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/opening-day-for-trails-rides/2020/03/) - UPDATE: We have made the difficult but necessary decision to postpone all April 18th Opening Day for Trails events until further notice. The health and safety of the trails community—our team, our partners, and all of you—is and always will be our top priority. For this reason, we feel it is our responsibility to do - [SOLD OUT: Afghan Cycles](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/afghan-cycles/2019/12/) - ***This event has sold out - - no day of tickets are available*** Join us on International Women's Day for a special big screen viewing of Afghan Cycles, an inspiring feature documentary about a generation of Afghan women who are pedaling their own revolution, aggressively challenging gender and cultural barriers using the bicycle as a - [Action Alert: SB73 Help make crossing a street safe](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/sb73-make_cross_a_street_safe/2019/05/) - UPDATE 2/26/2020 - SB73 passed the Ohio Senate and will now move to the Ohio House. Watch for an update on what you can do to help get the bill passed and signed into law. We have all been in this situation, waiting at the corner for a safe gap in traffic in order to cross - [Start Reporting with OurStreets!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/ourstreets/2020/02/) - Do you ever see cars where they shouldn't be? How about dangerous driving behavior or other issues on Cleveland streets? We know you do. Now, through a partnership with OurStreets - we're asking you to report it! OurStreets is an exciting new app that makes it fast and easy to document problems you see anytime, - [Bike Brecksville Youth Rodeo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/events-bike-brecksville/bike-brecksville-youth-rodeo/2020/02/) - Bicycle rodeo info goes here - [Can Release: Pogie](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/pogie/2020/02/) - Head to the Platform Beer Co. taproom on Saturday, February 15th for the release of Pogie - available on draft and in 16oz 4-packs starting at 10AM! Pogie: Pogie is another fundraising collaboration with Platform, and each can features key messaging for both drivers and riders. This dry-hopped amber ale strikes a harmonious balance between - [Improve Your Riding & Inspire Others](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/improve-inspire/2020/02/) - Join Bike Cleveland for a host of educational opportunities in February, March, and April - and roll into spring and summer at full speed! We have classes to help build your confidence and understanding of riding on the road, and ways you can take that experience to the next level by teaching and inspiring others. - [Become an LCI in 2020](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/become-lci-2020/2020/02/) - Want to learn how to spread the joy of cycling in your community? Bike Cleveland is hosting a LCI Open House where you can: * Meet new or familiar friends in the cycling community * Learn the benefits of becoming a League Cycling Instructor * Receive step-by-step instruction on how to register for the upcoming - [2020 Annual Meeting Recap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2020-annual-meeting-recap/2020/01/) - For those of you that joined us for our 2020 Annual Meeting, thank you - and we hope you enjoy this little review. If you couldn't make it - now is your chance to catch up on what you missed! We had an all new venue this year, and we packed the historic ballroom at - [Traffic Skills 101](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/traffic-skills-101/2020/01/) - Join us for Smart Cycling (Traffic Skills 101), a class for bicyclists who have some cycling experience but want to improve their skills. The workshop will start in the classroom for discussion about safe riding techniques, then we head to the parking lot to practice some on-bike skills. We will finish the workshop with a - [January Meeting at 24 Karrot Kitchen](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/january-meeting-at-24-karrot-kitchen/2020/01/) - Join us at 24 Karrot Kitchen at the corner of Mill Rd. & Brecksville Rd. for our monthly meeting! Please RSVP to brecksville@bikecleveland.org if you plan on enjoying Kathleen's prepared menu for $20. - [ABC's of Winter Cycling](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/a-b-cs-of-winter-cycling/2019/11/) - Don't let the colder weather keep you off your bike this winter. Winter cycling can be just as much fun in the winter as it is during the summer months. Visit REI and learn your A-B-C's of Winter Cycling with 26 tips and road lessons that will increase your cycling trips during the winter. Come - [UHBikes Becomes HOPR This Spring!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/uhbikes-hopr/2019/12/) - As of late-November, the iconic red fleet of UHBikes was pulled from service for the winter months. This was Cleveland's first bikeshare system, and saw widespread use. But the bikeshare industry moves quickly, and after 3 years the system found itself out-of-date and having availability & service issues. Come spring of 2020, a new option - [Support Needed: Knilans Family Impact Statement](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/knilans/2019/12/) - THE KNILANS FAMILY WANTS YOUR PRESENCE On June 6th 2019, Richard "Randy" Knilans was struck by an automobile while cycling in Avon Lake, and died shortly after from his injuries. The driver of the vehicle was under the influence and left the scene of the crash. The driver was found shortly after. Sharan Carr, has - [2020 Annual Meeting & Social](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2020-annual-meeting-social/2019/12/) - Join us for our 2020 Annual Meeting! Hang out with fellow members, make new friends, and bask in cycling love with a room full of people like YOU that are powering the movement in Cleveland. We're excited to be in a new location with a new menu this year! Get caught up on what happened - [PUBLIC MEETING: Avon Lake Citywide Bicycle Lane Redesign](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/avon-lake-citywide-bicycle-lane/2019/11/) - Avon Lake was in the news twice this year for serious crashes involving cyclists and motor vehicles. One of the incidents was fatal for the rider involved, and the other left the cyclist very seriously injured. These crashes brought attention to the driving habits in the area, and the lack of safe, connected bicycle infrastructure. - [Our Commitment to Continue the Progress](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/commitment-to-progress/2019/11/) - Ten years ago, a group of local advocates started working together to form what would become Bike Cleveland. At the time, Cleveland only had about 20 miles of bike lanes and trails, and there was no organized voice advocating for more. Thanks to your support, we have built a powerful movement that is making our - [November Meeting at Waterfalls Brewhouse](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/november-meeting-at-waterfalls-brewhouse/2019/11/) - Join us at Waterfalls Brewhouse on November 21, 2019 for our next meeting. - [Cleveland Midway: 2 Public Meetings](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/midway-public-meetings/2019/11/) - The long awaited Cleveland Midway is coming closer and closer to becoming a reality! Engineering for the first corridor begins in 2020 (just a few short weeks away) and construction is set to begin in 2021. This will be a transformational project for transportation infrastructure in Cleveland. If you're not familiar with what the - [PUBLIC MEETING: Access Ohio 2045](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/access-ohio-2045/2019/11/) - The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is hosting a public meeting to share with residents and other interested stakeholders details on Ohio’s future transportation system. This is part of the update to its long-range transportation plan, called Access Ohio 2045. Access Ohio 2045 will be an updated blueprint to guide, inform and support Ohio’s transportation - [PUBLIC MEETING: Willow Lift Bridge Project](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-meeting-willow-lift-bridge-project/2019/11/) - The aging Willow Lift Bridge that connects River Road to Whiskey Island Drive needs to be rehabbed or replaced in the coming years. This presents both problems and opportunities. The Cleveland Foundation Centennial Lake Link Trail currently ends near one end of the bridge, and one of the Cleveland Metroparks' upcoming TIGER grant projects is - [Bike Smarts: November](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-smarts-november/2019/11/) - Join Bike Cleveland every 3rd Tuesday for informative classes on a wide range of cycling topics. Each class is $10 (FREE to Bike Cleveland members with code) and they are all held at our Ohio City office beginning at 6:30pm. Light refreshments and snacks are provided. November Class Description: Winter Riding Fun | Attend to - [Random Acts of Brightness](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/random-acts-2019/2019/10/) - Many people in our region do not own cars and ride bicycles out of necessity, making riding at night an unavoidable reality. A major safety concern we have in Cleveland is people on bikes riding around at night without adequate on-board lights. One reason for this is that quality light sets and their replacement batteries - [Cranksgiving Cleveland 2019](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cranksgiving-cleveland-19/2019/10/) - Cleveland’s cycling community is once again gathering food for disadvantaged families and senior citizens this holiday season! Bike Cleveland and Bike Parma are hosting Cleveland’s eighth-annual Cranksgiving, a food drive by bicycle that begins and ends at the Parma Hunger Center. There is no cost to join the event, but cyclists usually spend about $15 - [PUBLIC MEETING: E. 131st Street Rehabilitation Project](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-meeting-e-131st-street-rehabilitation-project/2019/10/) - UPDATE: This meeting had been postponed, and is now rescheduled for November 6th. Details below. Join Councilmen Joseph Jones, Kevin Bishop, Kenneth Johnson and guests for a public meeting to discuss the rehabilitation of E. 131st Street between Miles and Union. When: Wednesday, November 6th from 5-7pm Where: Mt. Pleasant NOW Community Development Corporation (13815 Kinsman - [2nd Annual Lake "EERIE" Bike Challenge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2nd-eerie-bike-challenge/2019/10/) - Ride your bike to work and use it for errands during the month of October and take the challenge! It's easy! Just register on Gohio Commute, log your bike commutes during October and follow the leaderboard for up-to-the minute standings. Up to two bike commutes/errands per day will count toward your standings. Use the bike - [Brecksville Master Plan completed by the Cuyahoga County Planning Commission, September 2019](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/brecksville-master-plan-completed-by-the-cuyahoga-county-planning-commission-september-2019/2019/10/) - Please READ and share your thoughts with the City of Brecksville information@brecksville.oh.us. They would like to hear from you if you live, work or visit Brecksville. - [October Meeting at 24 Karrot Kitchen](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/october-meeting-at-24-karrot-kitchen/2019/10/) - Join us at 24 Karrot Kitchen on October 16th for our next meeting. Please RSVP to Brecksville@bikecleveland.org if you are interested in receiving the menu. If you choose to eat, dinner is $20. - [CLE Witches Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cle-witches-ride/2019/10/) - Once a year, a cackle of Witches descends upon Public Square and flies around downtown Cleveland! Schedule · Saturday, October 12, 2019 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Pre-Ride Check 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Ride - Casual Pace 11:30 AM - 11:45 AM Group Photo 11:45 AM - 12:00 PM Return to Public Square The - [Bike Smarts: October](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-smarts-october/2019/10/) - Join Bike Cleveland every 3rd Tuesday for informative classes on a wide range of cycling topics. Each class is $10 (FREE to Bike Cleveland members with code) and they are all held at our Ohio City office beginning at 6:30pm. Light refreshments and snacks are provided. October Class Description: Traffic Laws: Staying Safe & Legal - [ACTION ALERT: Contact Ohio House Opposing HB 288](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-contact-ohio-house-opposing-hb-288/2019/09/) - Ohio House Bill 288 (HB 288) would prohibit the use of eminent domain by any agency for the purpose of constructing recreational trails. It is currently in the Ohio House Civil Justice Committee. HB288 threatens the ability of future generations to improve and expand trail systems by hindering the government's ability to assemble the property - [Fulton Rd./W. 28th - Phase 2 Public Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/fulton-rd-w-28th-phase-2-public-meeting/2019/09/) - Join City Councilman Kerry McCormack and guests for this public meeting to inform residents about the new design features for Phase 2 of the Fulton Road/West 28th Street Rehabilitation Project. At this meeting, meet the city's construction team members and view a brief presentation about Phase 2. Attendees can view display boards, ask questions, and - [Brecksville Awareness Rally Recap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/brecksville-awareness-rally-recap/2016/03/) - POSTED MARCH 12, 2016 Last Saturday (March 12th, 2016) we had the privilege of hosting over 200 local cyclists in Brecksville for a public awareness rally revolving around cyclist's right to the road and to address our safety concerns. The event was in response to the recent acquittal of Timothy Wolf who killed two people - [Ride for Sylvia - 2019](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ride-for-sylvia-2019/2019/09/) - Join Francoise Blusseau and Stephen Bingham, the parents of Sylvia Bingham who was killed riding her bicycle to work on September 15th 2009, for a ride to promote safe streets for people riding bikes. Sylvia's family and friends will gather at 10:30am on Sunday, September 15th at the corner of W. 11th and Fairfield in - [September Meeting at 24 Karrot Kitchen](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/september-meeting-at-24-karrot-kitchen/2019/09/) - Join us at 24 Karrot Kitchen on September 19th for our next meeting. Please RSVP to Brecksville@bikecleveland.org if you are interested in receiving the menu. If you choose to eat, dinner is $20. - [Fundo Onsite Registration Information](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/fundo-onsite-reg/2019/09/) - Online registration has closed, but we will have onsite registration at the Edgewater Park Beach House beginning at 7am on Saturday, September 7th. Please carefully read the information below to ensure you have a fantastic day of riding! For information about the ride itself, please head to our Fundo Homepage. GETTING TO EDGEWATER PARK & - [Bikes N'Brew (SOLD OUT)](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bikesnbrew19/2019/07/) - Event is sold out for 2019! Bikes N’Brew is BACK for 2019 and features 3 different distances for you to explore the latest Cleveland breweries and visit old favorites! Bikes N'Brew is an unsupported bicycle tour through Cleveland's expanding brew network and surrounding neighborhoods. There will be 20, 40, and 60 mile-ish suggested route options - [Bike to Work Day - September :: Public Square Again!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/btwd-september-publicsq/2019/09/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day at Public Square again in September! We tried some new locations this year, and the heart of downtown was far and away the most popular - so we're going back for our final 2019 appearance! We'll have free coffee and snacks for bicycle commuters again as we take this morning - [Bike Smarts : September](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-smarts-september/2019/09/) - Join Bike Cleveland every 3rd Tuesday for informative classes on a wide range of cycling topics. Each class is $10 (FREE to Bike Cleveland members with code) and they are all held at our Ohio City office beginning at 6:30pm. Light refreshments and snacks are provided. September Class Description: Back to School & Work :: - [Riders: What is your Vision for the Valley?](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/vision-valley/2019/08/) - Riders: It's no secret that many exciting changes are either underway, or coming to Cleveland. One of our most important local assets is the Cuyahoga River, and many completed and upcoming bike projects are very near to this key waterway. There is a plan in the works to focus on the opportunities in relation to - [Action Alert: Miles Avenue](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-miles/2019/08/) - Miles Avenue is on the schedule to be reconstructed and the City has announced an upcoming public meeting. We ask you to join us at this meeting and show support for the planned addition of bike lanes. The streetscape plan has been available since March of 2012, and had broad public support at the time for - [The Comeback: Scooter & e-Bike Share](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/comeback-scooter-bike-share/2019/08/) - There has been a lot of news lately about the lacking availability within Cleveland's current bikeshare system (which is being fixed), and the loss of the main corporate sponsor of this traditional "docked" system. Add this to the abrupt arrival and departure of Bird scooters last fall and we have a pretty bleak status for - [Vision Zero Cleveland: What is it and why it matters](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/vision-zero-cleveland-what-is-it-and-why-it-matters/2019/08/) - In Cleveland 43% of serious injury and fatal crashes happen on 15 of our most dangerous streets. Cities across the country are proactively addressing traffic safety using data to better inform engineering, enforcement, education and engagement with the goal of zero traffic serious injury and fatalities on city streets. . Join Bike Cleveland and members - [Input Needed: Two Key Surveys](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/input-two-surveys/2019/08/) - There are currently 2 key surveys that need public input - and most importantly - input from the cycling community. Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with each, and follow through with your answers to each. Both will impact the future of bike infrastructure in our region! Those statistics bring home an important - [Rolling Bike Smarts: August](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/rolling-bike-smarts-august/2019/08/) - Join Bike Cleveland every 3rd Tuesday for informative classes on a wide range of cycling topics. Each class is $10 (FREE to Bike Cleveland members with code) and they are all held at our Ohio City office beginning at 6:30pm. Light refreshments and snacks are provided. August Class Description: Rolling Bike Smarts :: Offering an - [Bike to Work Day - August :: Playhouse Square Edition!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/btwd-august-playhouse-square/2019/07/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in August at Playhouse Square! We're spicing things up this year with some exciting new locations, and based on last month's onsite voting - - we're headed to U.S. Bank Plaza at Playhouse Square! We'll have free coffee and snacks for bicycle commuters as we take this morning to celebrate - [Platform Brewing Collab Release: Mode Shift](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/platform-mode-shift/2019/07/) - Join us in the Platform Brewing taproom for Mode Shift (Hazy Pale Ale), brewed with our bike riding friends at Platform. $1 per beer sold on August 10th will be donated to us in this collaborative fundraiser. Draft and 16oz 4-packs will be available. Facebook Event MAP We will be in the taproom from 5-7pm - [Council Bike Ride: Ward 6](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/council-bike-ride-ward-6/2019/07/) - On July 18th, Cleveland City Councilman Blaine Griffin and Bike Cleveland took a tour of the Ward 6 neighborhood on two wheels as part of our ongoing Professional Development rides with city leaders. The ride included neighborhood stakeholders from Burten, Bell, Carr Development, Inc., Fairfax Renaissance Development, and Union Miles Development Corporation as well as Cleveland City - [Rider Update: Detroit-Superior Bridge Construction](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/ds-bridge-construction/2019/07/) - ***Update 7/23: Work has been scheduled to begin (again) on Thursday, July 25th*** Major resurfacing work is set to begin on the Detroit-Superior Bridge on Sunday, July 14th. During the construction period, vehicle travel lanes will be reduced to one in each direction. The work will shift from one side of the bridge to - [Bike to Work Day - July :: Bridge Edition!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/btwd-bridge-edition/2019/07/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in July on Hope Memorial Bridge! We're spicing things up this year with some exciting new locations, and due to the construction on the Detroit-Superior Bridge meeting up on the Lorain-Carnegie bridge makes perfect sense! We'll have free coffee and snacks for bicycle commuters as we take this morning to - [Rolling Bike Smarts: July](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/rolling-bike-smarts-july/2019/07/) - Join Bike Cleveland every 3rd Tuesday for informative classes on a wide range of cycling topics. Each class is $10 (FREE to Bike Cleveland members with code) and they are all held at our Ohio City office beginning at 6:30pm. Light refreshments and snacks are provided. July Class Description: Rolling Bike Smarts :: Offering an - [New Bike Lanes, Renewed Bike Lanes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/new-renewed-bike-lanes/2019/06/) - We are pleased to report that there are NEW bike lanes on Madison Avenue from West Boulevard to W117th Street. Fresh, smooth asphalt awaits you as well. This includes the railway bridge underpass - a notoriously hazardous section that used to be a menagerie of repeated patch repairs. Along with these new lanes comes the - [Bike Cleveland Fundo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/fundo/2019/03/) - Come Tour Cleveland on Fantastic, Fully Supported Bicycle Routes! The 2019 Bike Cleveland Fundo p/b Cleveland Clinic Sports Health returns on Saturday, September 7th to beautiful Edgewater Park on the shores of Lake Erie! The Fundo is a ride for all ages and abilities through the best of Cleveland’s expanding bike network. With clearly signed courses of 10, - [Bike to Work Day - June :: Public Square Edition!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/btwd-june-public-square/2019/06/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day in June at Public Square! We're spicing things up this year with some exciting new locations, and the heart of downtown makes a perfect choice! We'll still have free coffee and snacks for bicycle commuters as we take this morning to celebrate the transformative power of riding to work by - [Rolling Bike Smarts: June](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-smarts-june/2019/06/) - Join Bike Cleveland every 3rd Tuesday for informative classes on a wide range of cycling topics. Each class is $10 (FREE to Bike Cleveland members with code) and they are all held at our Ohio City office beginning at 6:30pm. Light refreshments and snacks are provided. June Class Description: Rolling Bike Smarts :: Offering an - [Key Public Meetings: Extend Protected Lanes on Lorain](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/key-public-meetings-extend-protected-lanes-on-lorain/2018/05/) - Late last year, we were pleased to learn that NOACA had allocated over 6 million dollars for Cleveland's construction of protected bike lanes on Lorain Avenue - the Lorain Avenue Cycle Track. These protected lanes will run from W20th to W65th > and now there are 2 public meetings where the future paving and restriping - [Bike Lane Cleanup Meetup](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-lane-cleanup-meetup/2018/05/) - There are a couple sections of bike lanes that have some heavy debris in them - and we want to get them tidied up before the holiday weekend. Join us this Thursday, May 24th and let's work together to get these zones looking spiffy ahead of the regular street sweeping schedule. Where will we meet? - [Rider Alert: Superior Avenue Closure](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/rider-alert-superior-avenue-closure/2018/06/) - The eastbound and westbound lanes of West Superior Avenue between W. 6 and W. 9 Streets will be completely closed beginning Thursday, June 14, at 6 p.m. The corridor is due to reopen the morning of Monday, June 18. Detour routes will be clearly posted and Cleveland Police will be providing traffic control in the area. - [Rider Update: Intersection Repaving](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/rider-update-intersection-repaving/2018/06/) - Starting on or shortly after July 9th, repaving work will begin at the east end intersection of the Detroit-Superior bridge. The Two Stage Bicycle Turn Boxes will disappear for a while during construction, and will be replaced with temporary ones as soon as possible. Working toward a finished project this large will take several weeks, - [Big Changes on the Bridge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/big-changes-on-the-bridge/2018/06/) - The eastbound bike lane on Detroit-Superior bridge has gone through another stage of work, and is now complete all the way to the end. Permanent vertical posts will soon replace the orange barrels in place now. The bike signals are operational, and the Two Stage Bike Turning Boxes are framed in. (They will be painted - [Action Alert: Public Meeting > Fulton Road](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-public-meeting-fulton-road/2018/06/) - Fulton Road repaving work is coming, and for any of you that frequent this area, you know it is overdue. The Phase 1 section currently consists of ultra-wide single lanes that invite vehicles to free-for-all for position during busy periods. Cyclists and pedestrians frequently find themselves in dangerous situations. (Riders: please use W41 & W44 - [Help Shape The Future of Carnegie Avenue](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/carnegie/2019/01/) - MidTown Cleveland, with support from NOACA and other partners are working on a plan to re-envision the future of Carnegie Avenue. Part of the vision is to improve conditions for cyclists and pedestrians, and increase the connectivity and safety for all users. As it is today Carnegie is a dangerous street. From 2015-2017, there were 737 crashes on - [UPDATE > Public Meeting: Fulton Road](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-meeting-fulton/2019/01/) - Update #2 News 5 Cleveland reported about the planned changes to Fulton Road, and the potential impact it could have on the safety of the road. Councilman Kerry McCormack as well as residents are concerned about the removal of 3 street lights for good reason. Please read our first update below, and sign on to - [Public Meeting: Fulton Road Phase 2](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-meeting-fulton-road-phase-2/2019/02/) - Construction has begun on Phase 1 of Fulton Road, and we thank the over 200 people who took the time to sign on to the improvements that we are recommending to the design to create a safer street for all users. The time is also approaching to express your opinions and desires for Phase 2 - [April Action Alerts!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/april-action-alerts/2019/04/) - Here are THREE ways to get involved right now in April and make your voice heard! 1. Contact your senators and ask them to co-sponsor S.1098 for better bicycling! The Transportation Alternatives program represents nearly 50% of all the federal funding that goes to bicycling and walking networks and trails, so small changes can have - [Call to Action: A Matter of Safety](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/call-action-safety/2019/05/) - A recent NewsChannel 5 report brought forward some Scranton Road resident's safety concerns about the bike lanes that are planned as part of the resurfacing of the road. The reporter stated that this would be a "bike lane on a road that many use to get to downtown Cleveland" and that it is "packed with - [How Far is Three Feet?](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/how-far-is-three-feet/2019/05/) - Now that there is a statewide 3' Foot Passing Law for drivers passing cyclists, there is a lot of demand in the riding community surrounding an enforceable measure of safety while passing. But how will local police departments be able to enforce such a law? Enter the C3FT Physics Package. It's a 3 part system. - [Bike to the Beach Party and Campout 2019](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-euclid/bike-to-the-beach-party-and-campout-2019/2019/05/) - Bike Euclid welcomes all to the Annual Bike to the Beach Party and Campout to celebrate bicycling and our beautiful waterfront in Euclid, Ohio. Gear up and pedal to the beach pavilion at Kenneth J Sims Park 23131 Lakeshore Blvd, Euclid, OH 44123. Begin from home, organize a group, or join more than 500 cyclists - [EXPLORE YOUR WARD 2019 with Bike Euclid!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-euclid/explore-your-ward-2019-with-bike-euclid/2019/05/) - Explore Your Ward! Bike Euclid will act as your guide for these fun community bike rides, open to all! Each ride highlights a specific ward within the City of Euclid, and is sponsored by that Euclid Ward Councilperson. Learn safe bicycling techniques from League of American Bicyclist Certified Instructors. Learn how to do a quick - [Report It!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/report-it/2019/05/) - People on bicycles are often the first ones to notice road problems, as they are greatly affected by road debris, snow, or other hazards. The City of Cleveland has a dedicated and responsive service line you can call – 311 – where you can report these hazards. You can also fill out an online form - [May: National Bicycle Month!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/may19/2019/04/) - May is National Bicycle Month, and we've got a lot of reasons for you to ride! Here's a quick roundup of what's going on: All month: Gohio Commute Bike Month Challenge - More Details - We have partnered with NOACA and uGO to invite NE Ohioans to join a friendly Bike Month competition on Gohio Commute! - [EUCLID MASTER PLAN and EXPLORE YOU WARD BIKE RIDES - March 2018](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-euclid/euclid-master-plan-and-explore-you-ward-bike-rides-march-2018/2019/03/) - (originally published in the Euclid Observer - March 2018) Bike Euclid applauds and encourages implementation of improvements to bicycling infrastructure included in the Euclid Master Plan, unanimously adopted by Euclid City Council February 5, 2018. We support the Trail Network recommendations, particularly the East 222nd Street Trail, a safe and necessary north-south connector in Euclid’s - [Bicyclist of the Month - February 2018](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-euclid/bicyclist-of-the-month-february-2018/2019/03/) - This month we recognize Christine and Steve McIntosh, enthusiastic supporters of Bike Euclid. And congratulations Christine on becoming the new Ward 5 Councilperson! Christine and Steve share with us their differing approaches to bicycling. Where do you enjoy riding? Is it for transportation, recreation, or both? Describe the experience. SM: When I am on my road - [Bike Smarts May: DIY Wrenching](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-smarts-may-diy-wrenching/2019/05/) - Join Bike Cleveland every 3rd Tuesday for informative classes on a wide range of cycling topics. Each class is $10 (FREE to Bike Cleveland members with code) and they are all held at our Ohio City office beginning at 6:30pm. Light refreshments and snacks are provided. May Class Description: DIY Wrenching :: Do It Yourself - [Stantec Consulting: Cleveland's Latest Bicycle Friendly Business](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/stantec-consulting/2019/05/) - Today, the League of American Bicyclists recognized Stantec Consulting here in Cleveland with a Silver Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) award, earning it a place alongside 1,266 bike-forward businesses across the country in a commitment to building a more Bicycle Friendly America. They join a growing list of businesses in Northeast Ohio and statewide that are - [Silver Spokes is back for May!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/silver-spokes/2019/04/) - We believe that cycling is great for everyone, no matter what age! That's why we have partnered with the City of Cleveland and Age Friendly Cleveland to host year two of Silver Spokes! We have a small fleet of age-friendly bikes that we bring out to key locations for a bit of education, inspiration, and - [Gohio Commute Bike Month Challenge!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/gohio-commute-bike-month-challenge/2019/04/) - We have partnered with NOACA and uGO to invite NE Ohioans to join a friendly Bike Month competition on Gohio Commute! Ride your bike to work and use it for errands during the month of May and take the challenge! It's easy! Just register on Gohio Commute, log your bike commutes during May (you can - [Bike to Work Day - May](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-work-may/2019/03/) - Celebrate National Bike to Work Day on May 17th by swinging a leg over your bike and riding it to work! Join thousands of cyclists nationwide as we take to the streets and embrace the power of getting to work under our own power. We do our best to make this day special for local - [Bike Smarts Class - April](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-smarts-class-april/2019/04/) - Join Bike Cleveland every 3rd Tuesday for informative classes on a wide range of cycling topics. Each class is $10 (FREE to Bike Cleveland members with code) and they are all held at our Ohio City office beginning at 6:30pm. Light refreshments and snacks are provided. Overview April Class Description: ABC's of Cycling :: *Beginner - [Pajama Party Night Ride with Century Cycles](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/pajama-party/2019/03/) - Enjoy the most popular trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park at night! Join, renew, or make a donation to Bike Cleveland to be eligible for the prize raffle! You must have your own bicycle, helmet, and headlight. Century Cycles will be open until the ride starts if you need any last-minute supplies. Parking is - [March Monthly Meeting at 24 Karrot Kitchen](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/march-monthly-meeting-at-24-karrot-kitchen/2019/03/) - Join us for Cider, Soup and a Side. $22 per person. Please RSVP on the Facebook Event page. - [St. Patrick's Day Parade](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/st-patricks-day-parade/2019/03/) - Celebrate St Patrick's Day with Bike Cleveland! PRE-PARADE BIKE DECORATING and PARADE AFTER PARTY!! DONUTS and BEER!!! 11:00 AM - Get the day off to a great start! Our friends at Goldhorn Brewery will be opening their doors early AND donuts, coffee, and beer will be available at the bar! Goldhorn's kitchen will also be - [Connector Trails Update](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/connectorupdate/2019/03/) - Back in February, work quietly began on two important connector trails. If you're in the area now, you can begin to see some progress on the Cleveland Lakefront Bikeway Connector, which will connect the Cleveland Foundation Centennial Trail Lake Link to the Cleveland Lakefront Bikeway at 25th Street. In the next few weeks, work will - [2019 Cleveland Ride of Silence](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2019-ride-of-silence/2019/03/) - On Wednesday, May 15th, join cyclists across Greater Cleveland for the most important ride of the year. Local cyclists will join others across the globe in a silent slow-paced ride in honor of those who have been injured or killed while riding a bicycle on our public roadways. The Ride Of Silence is a free - [Opening Day for Trails](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/opening-day-for-trails/2019/03/) - Join us and our partners for a spring celebration along the Cuyahoga River on the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail & Cleveland Foundation Centennial Lake Link Trail! Stop by and take a ride or hike, enjoy some snacks and refreshments from Cleveland Metroparks' Merwin's Wharf, and learn more about the great pathways in northeast - [Traffic Skills 101 - March](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/traffic-march/2019/03/) - Join us for Smart Cycling (Traffic Skills 101), a class for bicyclists who have some cycling experience but want to improve their skills. The workshop will start in the classroom for discussion about safe riding techniques, then we head to the parking lot to practice some on-bike skills. We will finish the workshop with a - [Bicycles and the Law Forum](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bicycles-law-forum/2019/01/) - Join us at The Happy Dog for a Bicycles and the Law forum with the experts! We have 2 amazing bicycle attorneys as business supporters, and they are dedicating the night to YOU! Come learn your rights and responsibilities when on the bike, behind the wheel near bikes, and - what to do when things - [February Bike Brecksville Meeting at 24 Karrot Kitchen](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/february-bike-brecksville-meeting-at-24-karrot-kitchen/2019/02/) - Special guest Gretchen Corps Jones of A Better Brecksville @abetterbrecksville. Join us for Cider, Soup and a Side. $22 per person. Please RSVP by 2/20/19. - [Sticker Pack Voting!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/sticker-pack-voting/2019/01/) - At our Annual Meeting, we asked attendees to provide ideas for an upcoming sheet sticker pack. The assortment will include Bike Cleveland logos, a horizontal sticker for a bike frame, and some alternatives just for fun. You will find our top picks below for the alternatives - vote for your favorite themes! Loading... - [2019 Annual Meeting Recap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2019-annual-meeting-recap/2019/01/) - Another year has come and gone, and another Bike Cleveland Annual Meeting is in the books! We packed the upstairs ballroom of Sachsenheim Hall with longtime members, those who have just joined, and everyone in between. We followed a familiar format from events past, and welcomed our partner organizations and supporting bike shops to have - [Winter Social at The Broadway Cyclery](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/winter-social-at-the-broadway-cyclery/2019/01/) - It's time for a winter social with Bike Cleveland's very first member bike shop! Shake off the winter cold with some hot food, cold refreshments, and the camaraderie of fellow bike enthusiasts! It's the perfect way to spend your evening after a morning of fatbike bliss with the Metroparks race in Bedford! Bike Cleveland's winter - [Bike Brecksville 2019 Kick Off Meeting at 24 Karrot Kitchen](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/bike-brecksville-2019-kick-off-meeting-at-24-karrot-kitchen/2019/01/) - It's a new year and we're meeting at a new venue! Join us for "Cider, Soup & a Side" at the now famous 24 Karrot Kitchen. $22 per person. Please RSVP on Facebook by 1/16/19. - [Be Bicycle Friendly in the New Year!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bicycle-friendly-new-year/2019/01/) - More and more Cleveland businesses are recognizing that embracing the positive attributes of bicycling brings many benefits to the visitor experience and workforce happiness. Cyclists like to frequent businesses they identify as bike friendly, and prospective & current employees will view your company more favorably if you take a forward approach to integrating bicycles into your - [Towpath Updates](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/towpath-updates/2018/12/) - Even though the winter weather keeps trying to slow things down now and then, progress on the Towpath connections around the Tremont area continue to happen. Pictures speak louder than words, so follow along as we check out the current conditions on this stage! Overview map of this stage, with photo locations called out in - [2019 Annual Meeting & Social](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2019-annual-meeting-social/2018/12/) - Join us for our 2019 Annual Meeting! Hang out with fellow members, make new friends, and bask in cycling love with a room full of people like YOU that are powering the movement in Cleveland. We're excited to bring the event back to Sachsenheim Hall! Get caught up on what happened in 2018, and learn all - [Summit Recap & Moving Forward](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/summitrecap/2018/11/) - The genesis of Bike Cleveland began back in 2011, when stakeholders of all backgrounds descended upon Windows on the River for a summit event that would set us on our mission. From those humble beginnings, the list of accomplishments and our impact on the city of Cleveland and Greater Cleveland continues to grow. But, with - [Invest In Progress](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/progress/2018/11/) - Progress can be so incremental that you hardly notice it, or it can be a big leap that everyone can see. In both cases, the progress made can be equally rewarding. Bike Cleveland’s growth and progress is much like this. Each bit of growth, thanks to your support, represents what we aim to achieve every - [Bike Laws: A Series in the Euclid Observer](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bikelawseries/2018/11/) - Over the summer, a series of articles appeared in the Euclid Observer in an effort to promote safer and more efficient shared use of roads between bikes and cars in the city. The articles were written by Alisa Boles, who is a local attorney and bicycling enthusiast. In 2018, after completing 500+ miles of bike-riding with - [2018 Strategic Summit](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2018-strategic-summit/2018/10/) - It's time for you to get engaged and help determine the future priorities of Bike Cleveland! Join us on Sunday, November 11th at the beautifully restored LaSalle Arts & Media Center in Collinwood for a once-every-five-year opportunity to help Northeast Ohio take the next big steps toward bicycle and pedestrian friendliness. Your voice matters! Over - [Details for 2018 Strategic Summit Attendees](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/details-for-2018-strategic-summit-attendees/2018/11/) - Let me start first by saying "thank you." Thank you for committing your Sunday afternoon to help shape the work of Bike Cleveland. This email contains important details for our Strategic Planning Summit this Sunday, please take a moment to read it all so you will be prepared for a fun and productive afternoon. Some - [Cranksgiving Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cranksgivingcle/2018/10/) - Cleveland’s cycling community is once again gathering food for disadvantaged families and senior citizens this holiday season! Bike Cleveland and Bike Euclid are hosting Cleveland’s seventh-annual Cranksgiving, a food drive by bicycle that begins and ends at the Euclid Hunger Center. There is no cost to join the event, but cyclists usually spend about $15 (or - [Bike Smarts Educational Series](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-smarts-educational-series/2017/01/) - Join Bike Cleveland every 3rd Tuesday for informative classes on a wide range of cycling topics. All are meant to bolster your cycling knowledge, enhance your safety and enjoyment, and encourage you to spend more time on 2 wheels. Each class is $10 (FREE to Bike Cleveland members with code) and they are all held - [House Bill: Lower Speed Limit and Add Stop Signs](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/hb436/2018/04/) - Currently, to lower the speed limit on the street in front of your house requires an act of legislation in the Ohio Legislature. There is a bill in the Ohio House, known as HB436, that would change that. The bill, if passed will: Authorize a person who resides on a street with a speed limit of - [Random Acts of Brightness](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/random-acts-of-brightness-4/2018/10/) - Lightless riding is risky, and whether people are simply unaware or they cannot afford lights, we want to be sure that they are covered. That's why, every year in the Fall as the days get shorter, we hold Random Acts of Brightness. Random acts of Brightness is our program to install front and rear bicycle - [TSBTB? OMG!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/tsbtb-omg/2017/10/) - Update 9/28/2018: The TSBTBs described below are now complete at both ends of the Detroit-Superior bridge. Intersections are complicated places, and bicycles face many dangerous situations in them. Bike lanes get you down the road, and continuing straight or turning right generally do not pose many issues. But the left turn is another matter. Cyclists - [Bikes N'Brew : SOLD OUT](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bikesnbrew/2018/07/) - EVENT IS SOLD OUT - NO DAY OF REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE Bikes N’Brew is BACK for 2018 and features 3 different distances for you to explore the latest Cleveland breweries and visit old favorites! Bikes N'Brew is an unsupported bicycle tour through Cleveland's expanding brew network and surrounding neighborhoods. There will be 20, 40, - [Lake "EERIE" Bike Challenge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/eerie/2018/09/) - Ride your bike to work and use it for errands during the month of October and take the challenge! It's easy! Just register on Gohio Commute, log your bike commutes during October (you can link your account to Strava for automatic logging), and follow the leaderboard for up-to-the minute standings. Up to two bike commutes/errands - [2018 Fundo Rider Information](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2018-fundo-rider-information/2018/09/) - Fundo Rider Information Thank you for supporting Bike Cleveland by riding the Fundo taking place on Saturday, September 8th during NEOCycle! Read down for some useful information. Please take a moment to read all of the instructions to ensure your ride goes smoothly. If you have additional questions please contact - info@bikecleveland.org GETTING TO EDGEWATER - [Bike to Work Day - September](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-september-2/2018/09/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day on September 28th by swinging a leg over your bike and riding it to work! Join fellow Clevelanders and suburban riders as we take to the streets and embrace the power of getting to work under our own power. Find Your Hub! We will have a few Hub locations for - [Ride to the NEORSD Open House Bicycle Tours!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/neorsd-bicycle-tour/2018/08/) - Ride your bike to an upcoming event - the NEORSD Open House! For the second year in a row, visitors will be able to tour the facility by bike (space limited - sign up now) and take a 5.5-mile ride at at the Environmental & Maintenance Services Center in Cuyahoga Heights and be led through the - [Aggravated Vehicular Homicide](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/aggravated-vehicular-homicide/2018/08/) - Photo Credit: Scripps Media, Inc/Newsnet5 19 year old Scott McHugh admitted to the Cleveland Police Department that he snorted heroin shortly before hitting and killing another human being. He was found unconscious inside a Chevy Cruze, his homicide weapon, suspected to be from an overdose that was likely in process while careening down E9th Street - [Bike to Work Day - August](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-august-2/2018/08/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day on August 31st by swinging a leg over your bike and riding it to work! Join fellow Clevelanders and suburban riders as we take to the streets and embrace the power of getting to work under our own power. Find Your Hub! We will have a few Hub locations for - [Cycle to Sibling](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cycle-to-sibling/2018/07/) - Looking for a reason to ride somewhere new? On Saturday, August 18th aim your bicycle to Sibling Revelry Brewing in Westlake and see what the area has to offer. What Sibling Revelry has to offer is a range of local craft brew, and catered food that day from Zest Cleveland - with $1 from each - [Bike to Breakfast](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-breakfast/2018/07/) - What a better way to start off your weekend than a bike ride to breakfast! On Saturday, Sept 1 ride your bike to the historic Triangle Park in Chagrin Falls, and valet park your bike via the folks at Bike Chagrin Valley. The area around the triangle is stacked with places to fuel your tummy, - [Try Out the Future Franklin](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/try-out-the-future-franklin/2018/07/) - The City of Cleveland has a temporary traffic calming project coming to Franklin Boulevard starting July 24th. Franklin is known as a common automobile cut-through, often resulting in higher speeds, more traffic, and crash incidents on a neighborhood street. This naturally makes it a poor bicycle route. For three weeks, there will be temporary traffic - [Accelerate Bicycle Advocacy in Cleveland!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/accelerate/2018/07/) - There have been several Cleveland cycling “firsts” over the past several months. The first protected bike lanes, the first highlighted green lanes, the first bike signal lights, and more. This is our bicycle infrastructure Accelerating. Acceleration feels amazing on a bike, but it also feels amazing to accelerate bicycle advocacy! Put YOUR power into that - [Bike to Work Day - July](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-work-day-july/2018/06/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day on July 27th by swinging a leg over your bike and riding it to work! Join fellow Clevelanders and suburban riders as we take to the streets and embrace the power of getting to work under our own power. Find Your Hub! We will have a few Hub locations for - [Rider Alert: Lake to Lakes Trail Detour](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/rider-alert-lake-to-lakes-trail-detour/2018/06/) - Update: Trail repairs should be complete and route open by Thursday morning on June 14th. Heavy spring rains damaged a small portion of the Lake to Lakes Trail that require an on-road detour until work is completed. While we don't have a solid timeline for completion, progress does seem to be underway. One-way roads on - [Success Story: Riding to Work](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/success-story/2018/06/) - Part of our work is encouraging people to ride more - and for more than just recreation. Getting around by bike in Cleveland is still a work in progress, because the network is still emerging. This often leads folks to believe that they can't ride to work easily, because they don't always see the route - [Bike to Work Day - June](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-june/2018/06/) - Celebrate Bike to Work Day on June 29th by swinging a leg over your bike and riding it to work! Join fellow Clevelanders and suburban riders as we take to the streets and embrace the power of getting to work under our own power. Find Your Hub! We will have a few Hub locations - [Help Shape the Future of Bike Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/future-of-bike-cleveland/2018/06/) - Since our beginning just 6 short years ago, Bike Cleveland’s base of supporters, volunteers, members, and partners has grown as Cleveland's cycling realities have improved. During this period, we have made significant progress towards our goals developed during our organization's original formation. This success and growth provides an opportunity to examine the future of the - [Show Your Support for the Solon to Chagrin Falls Trail](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/show-your-support-for-the-solon-to-chagrin-falls-trail/2018/05/) - The City of Solon has applied for Clean Ohio Trail Funding to support the development of Phase I of the Solon to Chagrin Falls multi-purpose trail. Completion of this project would significantly advance the long-standing goal of achieving a continuous trail connection between Solon, Bentleyville, Chagrin Falls Village and the larger region, utilizing the former Chagrin Falls - [2018 Bike Cleveland Fundo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2018-fundo/2018/05/) - The Bike Cleveland Fundo p/b Cleveland Clinic Sports Health is BACK and adventure awaits you on September 8th! Come explore Cleveland on fully supported routes of 10, 30. or 60 miles as you loop your way back to all the festivities of NEOCycle at beautiful Edgewater Park. Register now and stay up to date on - [National Bike to Work Day](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/biketoworkmay/2018/04/) - Celebrate National Bike to Work Day on May 18th by swinging a leg over your bike and riding it to work! Join thousands of cyclists nationwide as we take to the streets and embrace the power of getting to work under our own power. We do our best to make this day special for local - [2018 Ride of Silence Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2018-ride-of-silence-cleveland/2018/04/) - On Wednesday, May 16th, join cyclists across Greater Cleveland for the most important ride of the year. Local cyclists will join others across the globe in a silent slow-paced ride in honor of those who have been injured or killed while riding a bicycle on our public roadways. The Ride Of Silence is a free - [Saturday Doubleheader](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/saturday-doubleheader/2018/05/) - This Saturday presents an awesome opportunity to spend your whole day on a bike! First, in the morning, head to Old Brooklyn for a classic - Pedal for Prizes! Old Brooklyn Pedal for Prizes sets you up to explore Cleveland's Old Brooklyn neighborhood by bicycle and experience some of the best of its local businesses - [Get Ready: Bike to Work Day](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/get-ready/2018/05/) - Riding your bike to work is fun, rewarding, and gives you back part of your day otherwise wasted in a car. But it does take some effort the first few times to build a routine and habit of how you get ready. Let's cover some simple steps to make your attempt to leave that car - [Bike Brecksville Towpath Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/bike-brecksville-towpath-ride/2018/05/) - Join us at Brecksville Station for a ride on the towpath! - [Bicycle Parking: Standards & Installations](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bicycle-parking/2018/04/) - Join Bike Cleveland & Dero for an informative lunch for developers, property managers, architects - and any other business leaders ready to embrace the benefits of quality bicycle parking. Speaker: Lou Fineberg, Dero & Jason Kuhn, Bike Cleveland Course Description: The growth of bicycle use for transportation and tourism has increased significantly in the past - [Help make our miles count!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/help-make-our-miles-count/2018/05/) - Local riders: NOACA needs your volunteer help to make our miles count! NOACA is in need of volunteers to conduct bike counts throughout Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, and Medina Counties. Volunteers will be asked to count passing bicyclists and pedestrians for two hour periods, while sitting outside, at various road and trail intersections on the - [#30 Days of Biking 2018](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/30daysofbiking/2018/04/) - 30 Days of Biking is a pledge to ride your bike every day in April and share your adventures. There were 6031 Joyful Riders worldwide this past April. Three of them were right here in the Cleveland area, participating and pledged to ride their bike for thirty days, and succeeded. Read About Their Adventures: Wendy - [Chippewa Elementary School Bike Rodeo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/chippewa-elementary-school-bike-rodeo/2018/03/) - Rodeo has been moved to the rain date, May 5th! Rodeo includes a bike safety check, free helmets courtesy MetroHealth Division of Trauma and an obstacle course. Brecksville law enforcement will be on hand to lead participants in a bike safety pledge and fire truck will be available to explore under supervision of the Brecksville - [Public Meeting: Solon Rails to Trails](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-meeting-solon-rails-to-trails/2018/04/) - What: Solon Town Hall Meeting > Rails To Trails When: April 23 @ 7PM Where: Solon Center for the Arts 6315 SOM Center Road, Solon OH 44139 MAP The City of Solon has applied for Clean Ohio Trail Funding to support the development of Phase I of the Solon to Chagrin Falls multi-purpose trail. Completion - [Bike Cleveland at the Bike Summit - Deltrece's Story - Fun times for bike advocacy](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/danielsbikesummittrip/2018/03/) - Educational, Informative, and Most Importantly, FUN. Sunday, Day One The adventure began Sunday morning hoping on an early morning flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, to Reagan Airport outside of Washington, DC to the 2018 National Bike Summit. Landed safely, and look what I found parked at the airport, A BIKE!!! And I’m ready to - [Meet the Authors: Coast to Coast on a Tandem](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/meet-the-authors-coast-to-coast-on-a-tandem/2018/04/) - Cross country bicyclists and authors Peter and Tracy Flucke will discuss their new book, Coast to Coast on a Tandem: Our Adventure Crossing the USA on a Bicycle Built for Two. The Fluckes will share stories and pictures from their once-in-a-lifetime adventure from Bellingham, Washington to Bar Harbor, Maine. Their route took them right through - [Motorists: Turn right...right.](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/motorists-turn-right-right/2018/03/) - The Right Hook. It occurs when a motorist turns right in front of a cyclist at an intersection. It can stem from impatience, a misjudgment of the riders' speed, or the belief that the rider should yield to an automobile. Even though this is a problem faced by cyclists in relation to the action of - [Gohio Commute Bike Month Challenge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/gohiochallenge/2018/03/) - We have partnered with NOACA and uGO to invite NE Ohioans to join a friendly Bike Month competition on Gohio Commute! Ride your bike to work and use it for errands during the month of May and take the challenge! It's easy! Just register on Gohio Commute, log your bike commutes during May (you can - [2018 Opening Day for Trails](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2018-opening-day-for-trails/2018/03/) - Join us for a spring celebration along the Cuyahoga River on the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail & Cleveland Foundation Centennial Lake Link Trail! Stop by to enjoy a self-guided bike ride or run/walk along the newest sections of the trail, snacks and libations from Cleveland Metroparks' Merwin's Wharf, fun, freebies—and to learn more about - [March Monthly Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/march-monthly-meeting/2018/03/) - Join us at MetroHealth Brecksville Health & Surgery Center 9200 Treeworth Blvd., Brecksville, Oh 44141. - [The Dutch Reach](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/the-dutch-reach/2018/03/) - So, you're headed down the road on your bike - line of cars to your right. As cyclists, we have learned to look through the rear window to see if there is a driver present, to watch the door seam for any sign of movement, check the mirror reflection ... any clues that one of - [March Meetups, Classes, and Events](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/march-meetups-classes-and-events/2018/02/) - March is the gateway month into real spring weather (whatever that means anymore) and it's the perfect time to start really getting back into the groove of things bike related. Good news is: there are quite a few things going on in March to keep you active, engaged, and informed as you get ready to - [Final Franklin Boulevard Public Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/final-franklin-boulevard-public-meeting/2018/02/) - There is an ongoing study into Franklin Boulevard and how traffic calming methods could be implemented to help improve the busy street for residents, pedestrians, and bicyclists that use the popular east-west corridor. This study is a collaboration between the City of Cleveland, NOACA, and the community development groups that represent the areas around Franklin. This next - [April Member Social @ Joy Machines](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/april-member-social-joy-machines/2018/02/) - April means that real warm weather is just around the bend. Come celebrate the impending goodness with the fine folks at Joy Machines Bike Shop! Indulge in some food, adult beverages, childish behavior, and check out a store full of some of the area's most neato-est bike stuff. Joy Machines is a Bike Cleveland member - [Be A Map Updater!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/be-a-map-updater/2018/02/) - NOACA is updating it's bicycle maps for Medina and Lorain counties, and they need YOUR input to help determine the best routes through the regions. Data from actual riders is critical to making sure the recommendations and ratings make sense for REAL riders using REAL roads and trails on a regular basis. It also helps - [Making The Connections](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/making-the-connections/2018/01/) - There has been a lot of news about all of the long-awaited bikeway connections becoming a reality over the next 3 years. Some are on-street improvements, others are altogether new routes, and one is a key bridge connection over a wide swath of land occupied by railway lines. Let's zoom in on 3 of them, - [Annual February Social @ Village Bicycle!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/village-bicycle/2018/01/) - It's time to get ready for what has become a winter classic! Time to partake in some awesome sled riding, enjoy some fatbike frolicking, and stuff your face with hot mac-n-cheese, warm cider and more! The annual Winter Social at the Village Bicycle Cooperative is scheduled, so dig out that epic mac-n-cheese recipe for the cook - [2018 Annual Meeting Recap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2018-annual-meeting-recap/2018/01/) - Since only about a quarter of our members made it to our annual meeting and recap, let's take a minute and review things here for those that missed it. First off, we would like to thank our event sponsors - Ohio Desk, LaneSpotter, and Platform Beer Co for their support this year! It means a lot - [Cuyahoga Greenway Meetings](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cuyahoga-greenway-meetings/2018/01/) - Help shape the future of Cuyahoga County and a planned network of interconnected bikeways and pedestrian routes by committing some time this week to join one of 3 area meetings where your input in needed. This series of meetings about the Cuyahoga Greenways takes place with 1 meeting on January 17th, and two on the 18th. Cuyahoga - [Get Social!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/get-social/2018/01/) - Winter is tough. Lots of time indoors, so much anticipation for better weather. We know. So let's fix it with some some great monthly reasons to get out of the house, stoke your cycling fire, and speed up the arrival of great riding weather! January 21st: Bike Cleveland Annual Meeting Come check out what we - [March Member Social @ Century Cycles!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/social-century-cycles/2018/01/) - Longtime member shop Century Cycles in Rocky River has invited us to come hang out at their annual Spring Kick-Off Party! We want our members to come too - and bring some folks that still have yet to join! It's Century's way of kicking out the winter doldrums and getting stoked for the spring bicycling - [Community Meeting: Red Line Greenway](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/community-meeting-red-line-greenway/2017/12/) - Back in October, the news of full funding for the proposed Red Line Greenway was announced, bringing this long-sought route into reality in the coming years. It will be an important trail connection between several existing routes, and those that are in planning for the future. The Greenway will stretch for 3 miles from the - [2017: A Look Back](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2017-a-look-back/2017/12/) - It's been another productive year here at Bike Cleveland, and we're proud of what we have accomplished on behalf of cyclists on the streets of our favorite city. Over the last 12 months, we: 1. Saw the installation of a protected, green painted bike lane on Detroit-Superior Bridge in coordination with the City of Cleveland - [Upcoming Public Meetings](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/upcoming-public-meetings/2017/12/) - First up, if you ride on the east side you really need to make your way to this Public Meeting on Tuesday, December 19th and be part of the discussion. Whether you like on-road bicycle lanes, off-road shared-use paths, or natural surface trails you need to provide support. This is when we need your voice - [FROM COUCH "POTATER" TO 50 STATER by Murray Fishel, Illustrations by Stephen Haynes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/fishelhaynes/2017/12/) - A founding member of Bike Brecksville, Murray leads the Daytime Crawlers on wonderful, slow rides throughout the Cleveland area. You'll enjoy good company punctuated by good food at the halfway point. Check them out on Facebook @daytimecrawlers! In 1991 I was a professor of political science at Kent State University. In the previous 10 years I had - [Monthly Meeting January 18th 7pm at MetroHealth Brecksville](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/events-bike-brecksville/monthly-meeting-january-18th-7pm-at-metrohealth-brecksville/2017/12/) - Kick of 2018 with Bike Brecksville! We've got all burners going this year and you're invited to to join us in making Brecksville a great place to ride! MetroHealth Brecksville Health & Surgery Center 9200 Treeworth Blvd., Brecksville, Oh 44141. There will not be a monthly meeting in December. - [4 Tips for 4 Season Riding](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/4-tips-for-4-season-riding/2017/12/) - It's here. The cold weather has done a fair job of staying away, but I'm afraid the real deal is here for a while. Let's talk about a few tips to stay warm and comfortable - because NOT riding all winter is the biggest mistake you can make. The Takeaway: Air space is Key! Riders - [New Products & Limited Offers](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/new-products-limited-offers/2017/11/) - First up: our updated jerseys have arrived - and they turned out marvelous! If you pre-ordered a Long Sleeve version during the order window, it's been shipped and is already on it's way to you! But - we had to order a few extra to meet a quantity threshold, so if you want one still - [Detroit-Superior Bridge Updates](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/detroit-superior-bridge-updates/2017/11/) - The rapidly changing Cleveland weather is upon us, and it will wreak havoc on just about everything - including construction schedules. A lot of the work on the bridge is done, and it already makes things much better for riders making the crossing - so a Thank You goes out to the city for getting - [Bike Cleveland Annual Meeting and Social](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-cleveland-annual-meeting-and-social/2017/11/) - Join us for our 2018 Annual Meeting! Hang out with fellow members, make new friends, and bask in cycling love with a room full of people like YOU that are powering the movement in Cleveland. Come check out what we have been up to in 2017, and what our plans are for 2018. Local bike - [Platform Brewing - Thank You!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/platform-brewing-thank-you/2017/11/) - Platform Beer Co. is hosting a series of Non-Profit Fundraising events every Tuesday where the brewery will be donating $1 for every beer sold to a local charitable organization. We are fortunate to be the first one in Cleveland on Tuesday, November 14th! From 3:00 until midnight $1 from EVERY beer sold that day will - [Platform Non-Profit Tuesday!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/platform-non-profit-tuesday/2017/11/) - Platform Beer Co. is hosting a special Non-Profit Fundraising event every Tuesday at both their Cleveland and Columbus locations. Each week the brewery will be donating $1 for every beer sold to a local charitable organization. We are fortunate to be the FIRST one in Cleveland this coming Tuesday the 14th! From 3:00 until midnight - [Painting with Glass](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/painting-with-glass/2017/11/) - It's November 1st, and the very first phases of green "paint" are being applied to the Detroit-Superior bike lanes. But to call this stuff paint is an understatement. Representatives from Sherwin-Williams, City of Cleveland Traffic Engineer Andrew Cross, and a large crew of workers were out in force during this initial application & training session - [Recap: Random Acts of Brightness](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/recap-random-acts-of-brightness/2017/10/) - There are many perks to being a Bike Cleveland member, and one of them is getting invited to special events. This past Friday saw outstanding weather, an enthusiastic group of members, and an all-directions effort around Cleveland to distribute lights to riders out at night without them. Random Acts of Brightness begins with members converging - [Upcoming Bike Lakewood Events!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/upcoming-bike-lakewood-events/2017/10/) - The City of Lakewood, Bike Lakewood, and Bike Cleveland are all coming together to promote safe cycling in Lakewood. There are going to be several opportunities for Lakewood residents to engage, learn, and get involved with the growing bicycle movement in the city. The first two are coming up soon, so take advantage of the - [Where does your CLE candidate stand on active transportation?](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cle-candidates-respond-to-questionnaire-about-active-transportation/2017/08/) - Find out where the Mayoral and Council Candidates stand on biking, walking and transit issues Biking and walking are political issues. When you choose to get around by foot or by bike, you are addressing critically important issues: personal health, air quality, oil dependence, economics, infrastructure, and safety. Each election cycle, we want to make sure - [Look down. Look up. A look at the future!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/look-down-look-up-a-look-at-the-future/2017/10/) - Riders: The next time you pedal across Detroit-Superior Bridge, take a peek down at the roadway. There are some first-stage markings on the road for what is in our future! B = Bike Lanes! Westbound Westbound Eastbound Eastbound And look up as well! The signage you used to ride under heading eastbound is being - [New Bike Cleveland Gear & Pre-Order!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/new-bike-cleveland-gear-pre-order/2017/10/) - New short sleeve jerseys are on the way! We should have these in early December for that cyclist on your shopping list - even if that cyclist is YOU! Men’s Front Men’s Rear Women’s Front Women’s Rear But we are also going to have a Pre-Order for a Long Sleeve version, and a Women's Tank! The - [Franklin Boulevard Traffic Calming Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/franklin-boulevard-traffic-calming-meeting/2017/10/) - Add your voice to the discussion about possible future plans about Franklin Boulevard! Early steps are underway to establish the current conditions, issues, and dangerous hot spots for riders and pedestrians along this 2 mile corridor. Lowering the speed limit has long been suggested, but in order to be successful, more is involved than simply - [Random Acts of Brightness](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/random-acts-of-brightness-3/2017/10/) - Our next Random Acts of Brightness event is scheduled! Join us for our most popular volunteer event! Where: Meet at the Bike Cleveland HQ at 3000 Bridge Ave (Suite 1) in Ohio City. Press the *PHONE* icon then 33 on the outside panel and we will let you in. MAP When: Friday, Oct 20th - [Midway Ride & Learn](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/midway-ride-learn/2017/09/) - The Midway Ride & Learn is BACK on Oct 18th for another edition that lets you explore the proposed Midway route during a fun, flat three-mile ride starting at Public Square. You'll ride out Superior Avenue along the selected Proof of Concept Corridor, stopping along the way to discuss your ideas and observations. The - [Ride to the NEORSD Open House!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/ride-to-the-neosrd-open-house/2017/09/) - In case you missed it, the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (NEORSD) was recently awarded Bicycle Friendly Business status from the League of American Bicyclists! They join a growing list of businesses in our region that are striving to improve things for cyclists - for those that commute to work there, customers, and those in - [Bikes N'Brew](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bikes-nbrew-2016/2017/08/) - Bikes N’Brew is BACK for 2017 and features 3 different distances for you to explore the latest Cleveland breweries and visit old favorites! Bikes N'Brew is an unsupported bicycle tour through Cleveland's expanding brew network and surrounding neighborhoods. There will be 20, 40, and 60 mile-ish suggested route options with cue sheets & maps provided. Limited - [Bike to Work Day - September](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-september/2017/03/) - RIde your bike to work! Celebrate the last Friday of the month, leave that car at home, and ride your bike to work! We encourage you to ride to work as often as you can, but on September 29th we'll be at the Cleveland Bike Rack (2148 East 4th Street) with fresh coffee and - [Comments: Transforming City Streets](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/comments-transforming-city-streets/2017/06/) - At the beginning of the week, this Personal View column titled Transforming city streets creates another path to growth appeared in Crain’s Cleveland Business. We agree with the sentiment that Mr. Biggar expresses, and would also like to bring a few things to point. Young talent is moving to walkable, dynamic cities that do not require driving - [Bike to Work Day - August](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-august/2017/03/) - RIde your bike to work! Celebrate the last Friday of the month, leave that car at home, and ride your bike to work! We encourage you to ride to work as often as you can, but on August 25th we'll be at the Cleveland Bike Rack (2148 East 4th Street) with fresh coffee and - [Pushin' Pedals Release Party](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/pushin-pedals-release-party/2017/07/) - Pushin' Pedals is a collaboration between Platform Beer Co. and Whole Foods Market Cleveland to support bicycle non-profits in Ohio! This release party will be a sneak preview for those who want to try this new brew FIRST - before it becomes available to the public in cans on 8/5 in Whole Foods locations in - [Monthly Meeting July 20th 7pm at Hike & Bike](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/monthly-meeting-july-20th-7pm-at-hike-bike/2017/07/) - July's monthly meeting will not be in the MetroHealth Conference room! We are taking our meeting on the road, moving East on Rte 82 to the Sagamore Hills Hike & Bike trail head. Plan for a nice social ride, weather permitting. We may or may not discuss business. - [Bike to Work Day - July](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-july/2017/07/) - RIde your bike to work! Celebrate the last Friday of the month, leave that car at home, and ride your bike to work! We encourage you to ride to work as often as you can, but on July 28th we'll be at the Cleveland Bike Rack (2148 East 4th Street) with fresh coffee & - [Rider Alert: Route Impacts](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/rider-alert-route-impacts/2017/06/) - The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District is undertaking a large scale project to reduce the sewer overflows into Lake Erie and other areas. Why does this matter to cyclists? Because there will be short term and long term impacts to where you ride while the project is underway. If you ride in this area, let's - [2017 MCPc Fundo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/mcpc-fundo/2017/05/) - NEOCycle is back - and that means it's time for the MCPc Fundo! Take a casual, fun 10 mile ride through Cleveland’s newest bike networks, or adventure out farther into unique neighborhoods and surrounding areas. With fully marked courses of 10, 31 and 62 miles, the MCPc Fundo has something for cyclists of all fitness - [June: Finish Up Strong!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/june-finish/2017/06/) - The month of June is quickly drawing to a close, but there are still 3 great ways to finish up the month in style! Bike To Work Day This Friday brings another monthly opportunity to join your fellow cyclists on a bike adventure to work. Some people ride every day, some now and then, and - [Pajama Party Night Ride on the Towpath Trail](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/pajama-party-night-ride-on-the-towpath-trail/2017/06/) - Join member shop Century Cycles for their biggest and most popular ride of the season! Their regularly-scheduled Night Ride on the Towpath Trail is transformed into a rolling pajama party! The ride is FREE and no pre-registration is required! The fun starts at 7:00pm in the parking lot of their Peninsula store, where you'll sign - [Bike to Work Day - June](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-work-day-june/2017/03/) - Ride Your Bike to Work! Celebrate the last Friday of the month, leave that car at home, and ride your bike to work! We encourage you to ride to work as often as you can, but on June 30th we'll be at the Cleveland Bike Rack (2148 East 4th Street) with fresh coffee courtesy - [ciCLEvia West](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ciclevia-west/2017/06/) - What is ciCLEvia? Come play on a car free Community Detroit Ave on August 20th! Road will be closed from W29th to W67th Street! CiCLEvia (see-CLE-vee-uh) is an open streets movement. Segments of Cleveland streets are temporarily closed to cars and opened for people-powered movement such as biking, walking, dancing, and so much more. The name - [ciCLEvia Central](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ciclevia-central/2017/06/) - What is ciCLEvia? Come play on a car free Community College Ave on July 16th! Road will be closed from E24th to E55th Street! CiCLEvia (see-CLE-vee-uh) is an open streets movement. Segments of Cleveland streets are temporarily closed to cars and opened for people-powered movement such as biking, walking, dancing, and so much more. The - [ciCLEvia East](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ciclevia-east/2017/06/) - What is ciCLEvia? Come play on a car free East Boulevard on September 17th! Road will be closed from Superior Ave to Ford Drive! CiCLEvia (see-CLE-vee-uh) is an open streets movement. Segments of Cleveland streets are temporarily closed to cars and opened for people-powered movement such as biking, walking, dancing, and so much more. The - [The Mystery of the Orange Barrels](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/the-mystery-of-the-orange-barrels/2017/06/) - Late last month, social media reports and photos of the dreaded orange barrels placed in the bike lane on Detroit-Superior bridge began to emerge. They were in the eastbound bike lane, and when they popped up - the reason wasn't readily apparent. Putting orange barrels all the way down a priority bike route raised a - [National Bike To Work Day!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/nationalbike2work/2017/03/) - ride your bike to work! Friday, May 19th is National Bike to Work Day, and Cleveland will have riders participating all over town! Power your commute on 2 wheels by visiting one of many "Energizer Stations" throughout the area for free coffee and delicious breakfast goods! No matter where you are heading, check to see - [2nd Annual Blessing of the Bikes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2nd-annual-blessing-of-the-bikes/2017/04/) - Trinity Cathedral will be hosting their second annual Blessing of the Bikes and bike rodeo on May 14th. This unique event sees cyclists riding to the Cathedral for special 9 a.m. service honoring Cleveland’s biking community and its role in making the city a more sustainable, vibrant place to live. Following the service a - [Midway Bike Ride & Panel Discussion](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/midway-bike-ride-panel-discussion/2017/05/) - Celebrate National Bike Month with a fun, flat three-mile ride starting at Public Square and going out Superior Avenue—the selected Midway Proof of Concept Corridor—through the St. Clair Superior neighborhood and ending at Goldhorn Brewery for snacks, beer, and a panel discussion on Cleveland's proposed Midway Protected Bike Boulevard Network. Panelists include: Freddy L. Collier, - [Detroit-Superior Bridge Collision](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/detroit-superior-bridge-collision/2017/04/) - Early this morning, reports began to emerge of a cyclist being hit on the Detroit-Superior bridge. The details, as of April 26th at 4:00PM, are as follows (driver & cyclist's names removed): Sergeant Jennifer Ciaccia #9176 Public Information Officer Cleveland Division of Police The Cleveland Division of Police Accident Investigation Unit is currently investigating a crash - [Random Acts of Brightness](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/random-acts-of-brightness-2/2017/04/) - Our next Random Acts of Brightness event is scheduled! Join us for our most popular volunteer event! Where: Meet at the Bike Cleveland HQ at 3000 Bridge Ave (Suite 1) in Ohio City. Press the *PHONE* icon then 33 on the outside panel and we will let you in. When: Thursday, May 18th - - [May is Bicycle Month!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/clebikemonth/2017/04/) - There will be no shortage of cycling activities this May - so no excuses for not getting out and about on 2 wheels! Let's all celebrate the joy of bicycle riding, the freedom it brings, and the rewarding feeling of getting there under your own power. We have highlighted a few of the events we - [Black Girls Do Bike - Cleveland Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/black-girls-do-bike-cleveland-ride/2017/04/) - Join Black Girls Do Bike as they ride through the Glenville Neighborhood on two wheels! Blackgirlsdobike.com's interest is in growing and supporting a community of women of color who share a passion for cycling. They champion efforts to introduce the joy of cycling to all women, but especially, black women and girls. They are establishing - [CycloFemme Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cyclofemme-cleveland/2017/04/) - CycloFemme is a Global Celebration of Women created TO HONOR THE PAST from the shoulders of those who stood before us, for the freedom to choose and the chance to wear pants. TO CELEBRATE THE PRESENT with strength and courage, voices raised, moving together. TO EMPOWER THE FUTURE of women everywhere, the backbone of positive - [BIKEBIKE Commuting & Touring Forum](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bikebike-commuting-touring-forum/2017/04/) - Think about biking to work but unsure how to pack or what route to take? Ready for roadside emergencies? Prepared to fix a flat? Gaze across the lake and wonder what it would be like to pedal around it? BIKEBIKE Commuting+Touring Forum is for you! BIKEBIKE a Commuting + Touring Forum was grown out of - [Ride Of Silence Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/ride-of-silence-cleveland-2017/2017/04/) - On Wednesday, May 17th, join cyclists across Greater Cleveland for the most important ride of the year. Local cyclists will join others across the globe in a silent slow-paced ride in honor of those who have been injured or killed while riding a bicycle on our public roadways. The Ride Of Silence is a free - [Healthy Cleveland Bike Awareness Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/healthy-cleveland-bike-awareness-ride-3/2017/04/) - Join us for a Healthy Cleveland Bike Awareness Ride on May 7th! This ride meets at Nano Brew Cleveland starting at 9am, and children are welcome with a parent. Enjoy $5 Cleveland Bagel breakfast sandwiches, and a free bike repair station compliments of Joy Machines bicycle shop. The bike ride starts at 10am with a - [LaneSpotter is Coming!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/lanespotter-is-coming/2017/03/) - We’re excited to invite Cleveland cyclists to take part in the pilot launch of a new cycling app called LaneSpotter! We have had discussions with it’s developer, and Cleveland joins Pittsburgh, Denver, Seattle and others in helping during this initial testing phase. LaneSpotter will be better than other apps because it's route focused, and uses - [Three Feet of Celebration](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/three-feet-of-celebration/2017/03/) - “The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle shall pass to the left at a safe distance and shall not again drive to the right until safely clear of the overtaken vehicle. When a motor vehicle overtakes and passes a bicycle, three feet or greater is considered a safe passing distance.” Two sentences. It has - [City of Euclid committed to creating a comprehensive stress free bicycling network](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-euclid/city-of-euclid-commited-to-creating-a-comprehensive-stress-free-bicycling-network/2017/03/) - Bike Euclid is pleased to announce that we are now a chapter of Bike Cleveland. This closer working relationship will benefit residents of both communities as well as bicyclists throughout the region. Bike Euclid’s first meeting of the new year took place Thursday March 2, 2017, 6-8pm at Euclid Brewing Company 21950 Lakeshore Blvd, Euclid, - [3 Foot Passing Celebration with Slow Roll!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/3-foot-passing-celebration-with-slow-roll/2017/03/) - Let's celebrate the 3' Passing Law going live by meeting up a day early - and going for a ride! The plan: We all gather on Cleveland Public Square no later than 7:00PM on Monday, March 20th. Head for the Northeast corner with the stepped hill. The theme: A big group photo celebrating 3 feet! - [Bike Cleveland Social at The Bicycle Hub](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-cleveland-social-at-the-bicycle-hub/2017/03/) - The Bicycle Hub just renewed their business membership, and are ready to host their very first Bike Cleveland social! They are hooking up some delicious food and adult beverages, raffle items, and special discounts that night to attendees! Bike Cleveland socials highlight the businesses that suppport our work and the cycling community, and make a - [The Future of Bikes on Public Square?](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/the-future-of-bikes-on-public-square/2017/03/) - At some point this week during the preparation for the reopening of Public Square - the bicycle markings within the shared lanes disappeared - deeply scrubbed from existence. The signage vanished from the roadsides as well. It didn't take long for the inquiries to begin coming our way. Social media followers and members of the - [Read About Riding!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/read-about-riding/2017/03/) - “You're off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, So... get on your way!” ― Dr. Seuss In honor of Read Across America Day & the birthday or Dr. Seuss, we offer you this list of books to fuel your next cycling adventure, or increase your knowledge of all things 2 - [Village Bicycle Winter / "Spring" :) Social](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/village-bicycle-winter-social/2017/02/) - What usually goes well with winter? Sled riding, fatbikes, hot mac-n-cheese, warm cider and more! But not this year. We have updated our winter social to reflect the crazy winter we are having in Northeast Ohio! There will be no chance of frostbite this year when you come to the Winter Social at the Village - [Monthly Meeting February 16th 7-9pm at MetroHealth Brecksville](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/monthly-meeting-february-16th-7-9pm-at-metrohealth-brecksville/2017/01/) - Join us with special guest Nancy Desmond of Cleveland Metroparks to talk about connector trails and all things biking. MetroHealth Brecksville Health & Surgery Center 9200 Treeworth Blvd., Brecksville, Oh 44141 - [Removing Another Barrier](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/removing-another-barrier/2017/02/) - A common barrier facing new or returning riders is figuring out where to ride safely. They may have thousands of driving miles under their belt, but the prospect of traveling just a few bicycle miles can be daunting. This often stems from assuming that the route you take in your car would naturally be the - [The Majority Rules](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/majority-rules/2017/02/) - Last December, the American Heart Association polled 600 registered Ohio voters (including over 200 cell phone users) about their opinions on healthy living and desires for proper infrastructure to support it. Given how divided things tend be be in society as of late, one wouldn't expect a strong majority to evolve out of the data. - [WIN! 3-Foot Passing Law Becomes Reality](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/win-3-foot-passing-law-becomes-reality/2017/01/) - After a long fought advocacy battle, Ohio now joins 27 other states to enact a 3 Foot Passing Law to help protect cyclists. The new law officially goes into effect on March 21st of this year. A measure of this nature is not only important to protect riders, but it serves as a very prominent - [2017 Annual Meeting Recap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2017-annual-meeting-recap/2017/01/) - We were pleased to welcome a huge crowd of current members, businesses, and about 2 dozen NEW members at our annual gathering this year. The event was held at The Nash for the second year in a row because the historic space is well suited for an event like this, and well ... there is - [Crossroads of Change](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/crossroads-of-change/2017/01/) - The report from Smart Growth America, Dangerous by Design, keeps bubbling up to the surface in discussions about road safety and it's effects on pedestrians. At the same time, the Federal Highway Administration has come to some exciting conclusions after a long project of determining what defines a successful road design. From Dangerous by Design: - [Bike Cleveland's 2016 Annual Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-clevelands-2016-annual-meeting/2015/12/) - Looking for information about our 2017 Annual Meeting? Get it here: https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-cleveland-annual-meeting-and-social/2016/12/ CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS! EVENT DESCRIPTION: You are cordially invited to Bike Cleveland's 2016 Annual Meeting! Learn what we've been working on in 2015 and what our plans are for 2016. Hang out with fellow members, make new friends, find new rides, and meet - [Welcome New Staff Members!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/welcome-new-staff-members/2017/01/) - Bike Cleveland is excited to announce new staff members for 2017! Building a movement for cyclists in the Greater Cleveland area requires a team dedicated to fighting every day for the rights and safety of cyclists on our streets. As you can imagine, much of what we accomplish would never be possible without our amazing - [Bike Rodeo at Chippewa Elementary School Saturday April 29th 9am-Noon](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/bike-rodeo-at-chippewa-elementary-school-saturday-april-29th-9am-noon/2017/01/) - Save the date! Bike Brecksville will be holding a Bike Rodeo for Brecksville-Broadview Hts. Chippewa Elementary students. Please contact us if you would like to volunteer. League Certified Instructors welcome! Want to hone your traffic skills before volunteering at the rodeo? Take a Traffic Skills Ride at Ohio City Bicycle Co-op! - [PUBLIC MEETING: Clark Ave Rehabilitation Project](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/public-meeting-clark-ave-rehabilitation-project/2016/12/) - The purpose of this meeting is to present information regarding the construction of the Clark Avenue Rehabilitation Project. The work includes the installation of a water main, street rehabilitation; repair of curbs, sidewalks and drive aprons as needed; ADA compliant ramps; catch basins additions; new bicycle facilities; and traffic signals upgrading. The project will begin - [PUBLIC MEETING: E. 152nd Street Rehabilitation Project](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/public-meeting-e-152nd-street-rehabilitation-project/2016/12/) - Planning and engineering studies and preliminary construction plans for the E. 152 street rehabilitation project have been completed. The purpose of the meeting is to present the funded project features, and to receive public input. When: Wednesday, January 4th @ 6pm Where: Five Points Community Center (812 East 152nd St.) (Click image to download the - [2016 Accomplishments - 2017 Plans](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2016-accomplishments-2017-plans/2016/12/) - Greater Cleveland became safer for people on bikes in 2016. New on-street bike facilities, the roll out of the 250 unit UHBike bike share system and adoption of a city-wide safe routes to school travel plan are just some of our accomplishments this year. You can read more about the most recent successes below. The - [Petition Completed: Call for a Safer, People-Scaled Intersection at W. 25th and Detroit](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-needed-call-for-a-safer-people-scaled-intersection-at-w-25th-and-detroit/2016/12/) - UPDATE 12/15/2016: City of Cleveland Writes Letter to ODOT requesting design changes to W.25th/Detroit Intersection 12/8/2016: As part of the West Shoreway project, the Ohio Department of Transportation is planning to redesign the intersection of W. 25th and Detroit, one of Cleveland’s most-biked intersections. It’s already a dangerous intersection for bicyclists and pedestrians, despite being - [UPDATE: City writes letter to ODOT requesting design changes to W.25th/Detroit - THANKS!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/update-city-writes-letter-to-odot-requesting-design-changes-to-w-25thdetroit-thanks/2016/12/) - We learned today that the Mayor’s Office has, in fact, formally alerted ODOT about the original designs proposed for the intersections at and near West 25th/Detroit and requested a variety of design revisions. The city is now awaiting ODOT’s response. In our original blog post, we incorrectly stated that the city “is currently not planning” to - [HB154 - Contact your state senator](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/hb154-contact-your-state-senator/2016/12/) - As written on our website on October 3rd we have been waiting for the Ohio Senate Transportation, Commerce and Labor Committee to vote to move HB154, the statewide 3ft passing bill, to the full senate floor for a vote. This has happened thanks to your calls and emails. Today, December 7th, at 1:30pm the full - [Midway - Protected Bike Lane Plan - Public Meetings](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/midway-protected-bike-lane-plan-public-meetings/2016/11/) - Bike Cleveland and others have been working on The Midway for years now, and after a long push, Cleveland is on the verge of accepting protected bike lanes as a viable and desirable way to promote biking and protect people. If you’re not sure what protected bike lanes are, or why they’re good, check this - [Brecksville Magazine Is Talking About Bike Brecksville](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/brecksville-magazine-write-up/2016/10/) - Laura Straub of Brecksville Magazine recently interviewed Bike Brecksville. Article is on page 31. Read Article Here - [CLE 2 SEA - Shelli Snyder - In Our Thoughts](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cle-2-sea-shelli-snyder-in-our-thoughts/2016/09/) - UPDATE: October 5th, 5:30pm: From Shelli's GoFundMe page - Lots of good news...Shelli is out of the medically induced coma and breathing on her own thru her tracheostomy. When awake she is moving her limbs on her right side with some purpose, like scratching an inch and is tracking with her eyes. She is hearing our voices - [UPDATED - TAKE ACTION: HB154 is waiting on the Senate](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/take-action-hb154-is-waiting-on-the-senate/2016/09/) - UPDATE: October 3rd: Thanks to your calls and emails to your Ohio State Senate representatives HB 154, the statewide 3ft passing law, has been referred to the Transportation, Commerce and Labor Committee. This is the first step in bringing it to the full senate floor for a vote. But our work is not done until this bill - [2016 MCPc Fundo Pictures](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/2016-mcpc-fundo-pictures/2016/09/) - Thanks to everyone who came out for the MCPc Fundo. - [Letter to CBS Radio and 92.3 The Fan re: The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/letter-to-cbs-radio-and-92-3-the-fan-re-the-ken-carman-show-with-anthony-lima/2016/09/) - September 23rd, 2016 Mr. Andy Roth Program Director 92.3 The Fan Dear Mr. Roth: My name is Jacob VanSickle and I serve as Executive Director of Bike Cleveland, the bicycle advocacy organization in Cleveland, Ohio. In partnership with public and private partners, Bike Cleveland works to build livable communities by promoting all forms of - [Thank You Rob and Uche!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/thank-you-rob-and-uche/2016/09/) - Two of our staff are riding into the sunset Like all organizations do, we are experiencing some changes, and it is with some sadness that we say goodbye to two of our staff, Uche Adigwe and Rob Thompson. Their departures are close together, but otherwise unrelated (don't worry, Jacob's a great boss). Uche has taken - [Bike Cleveland is Hiring an Events and Communications Manager](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-is-hiring-an-events-and-communications-manager/2016/09/) - Be our Events and Communications Manager! The Events and Communication Manager position is best for someone who is highly organized, likes to be in charge of their own projects, can manage many logistics at once, enjoys working with people and creating memorable experiences for others, connects the importance of events and community-building to carrying out - [Bike Cleveland is Hiring an Outreach and Membership Manager](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-is-hiring-an-outreach-and-membership-manager/2016/09/) - Be our Outreach and Membership Manager! The Outreach and Membership Manager position is best for someone who is highly organized, likes to be in charge of their own projects, can manage many logistics at once, enjoys educating and working with others, connects the importance of engaging all people in our programs to carrying out our - [MCPc Fundo Event Day Information](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/mcpc-fundo-event-day-information/2016/09/) - Thanks for supporting Bike Cleveland by riding the MCPc Fundo! Read down for some useful information. Please take a moment to read all of the instructions to ensure your ride goes smoothly. If you have additional questions please contact - info@bikecleveland.org GETTING TO EDGEWATER PARK We always encourage people to ride down if possible, so - [Sylvia's Ride 2016](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/sylvias-ride-2016/2016/08/) - A ride in memory of those tragically killed on our streets while riding their bikes. The name is in honor of Sylvia Bingham, who was struck and killed by a truck while biking to work in 2009. Where: Assemble in the open lot kitty corner across the intersection of W 11th & Fairfield from Loop Coffee Shop When: - [Construction is underway on the Valley Parkway Connector Trail in Brecksville](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/construction-is-underway-on-the-valley-parkway-connector-trail-in-brecksville/2016/08/) - Crews are hard at work on Phase I of the Valley Parkway Connector Trail in Brecksville-Broadview Heights. The trail will open in 2017! Valley Parkway near Brecksville Road. Read about the Valley Parkway Connector Trail - [Tragedy inspires formation of new bicycle group in Brecksville](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-brecksville/tragedy-inspires-formation-of-new-bicycle-group-in-brecksville-as-reported-by-cleveland-com/2016/08/) - Bob Sandrick, special to cleveland.com, reports on the formation of Bike Brecksville. Read more - [On The Edge Film Fest](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/on-the-edge-film-fest/2016/08/) - On the Edge Films is presenting Cleveland’s own homegrown adventure, extreme sport, environment and culture film festival for its second year and Bike Cleveland is proud to again be the presenting beer sponsor!! Formally hosting the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour here for nearly 15 years - the organizers thought it was time for Cleveland's own - [Routes released for MCPc Fun p/b Bike Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/routes-released-for-mcpc-fun-pb-bike-cleveland/2016/08/) - Routes have been finalized for the 2016 MCPc Fundo presented by Bike Cleveland at NEOCycle, and they're better than ever! Moving the date of the Fundo to the Saturday has allowed us to utilize sections of the Cleveland Metroparks that have been closed to bikes for a running event the last two years. Once again - [Press Release: UHBIKES PRE-LAUNCH TO ROLL OUT IN TIME FOR REPUBLICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/press-release-uhbikes-pre-launch-to-roll-out-in-time-for-republican-national-convention/2016/07/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 15 July, 2016 UHBIKES PRE-LAUNCH TO ROLL OUT IN TIME FOR REPUBLICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION Full system to come online in September with official launch of 250 red bikes. CLEVELAND, OH – Cleveland and Cuyahoga County’s formal bike share system, sponsored by University Hospitals, pre-launches - [Madison Avenue Needs Bike Lanes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/madison-avenue-needs-bike-lanes/2012/11/) - ACTION NEEDED: Do you live, travel through, work-in, or own a business in Lakewood? Then we need your voice! Bike Cleveland has supported our member Ben Van Lear in developing a campaign to get bike lanes on Madison Avenue in Lakewood. We are at a critical point where we need your support by signing this - [Summer Bike Giveaway](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/july-member-bike-giveaway/2016/06/) - Refer a friend to Bike Cleveland and you both go into the drawing to win one of these two bikes! Look at all those people out riding around on their shiny new bikes. You think, "I want a new bike, but new bikes cost money I don't have right now!" Well don't worry, because Bike - [Report A Surface Hazard Tool](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/report-a-surface-hazard/2016/07/) - Debris ruins useful facilities. Help us fix them by logging issues at BikeCleveland.org/ReportIt Bike lanes are great. They increase ridership by providing a place for riders unable or unwilling to mix with fast moving cars and trucks; they are safer for people on bikes than mixing with traffic; they boost retail performance along corridors where they are - [Surveys and meetings. But the fun, useful kind!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/surveys-and-meetings-but-the-fun-useful-kind/2016/06/) - Midway Public Meetings Last plug for this because it's important and they start tomorrow! Learn about The Midway and give your feedback. Check below for a meeting you can attend, and we'll see you there! The Midway is designed to reclaim some of the excess capacity of our road network, and create a network of fully protected bike - [NOACA Seeking Guidance for Long Range Transportation Plan](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/noaca-seeking-guidance-for-long-range-transportation-plan/2016/06/) - The Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) are developing a long range transportation plan (LRTP) for their five-county service area in Northeast Ohio. NOACA are bound by federal law to develop a 20 year outlook on the needs of the region's transportation system. The LRTP is a fiscally constrained budget, meaning it needs to consider the - [Midway Public Meetings](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/midway-public-meetings-are-scheduled/2016/06/) - Our Midway concept continues to develop, and we’re at a point where we need public input! If you don’t already know, The Midway is designed to reclaim some of the excess capacity of our road network, and create a network of fully protected bike lanes that would connect the city. A formal planning process is underway - [Van Aken District: Connections Plan Public Meeting - June 20th](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/van-aken-district-connections-plan-public-meeting-june-20th/2016/06/) - Shaker Heights is undergoing a massive planning study to reinvent the Van Aken District and they are hosting a public meeting on Monday, June 20th form 7pm-9pm to discuss among other things how to make the district bicycle-friendly. The meeting details are: When: Monday, June 20th, 7pm-9pm Where: Stephanie Tubbs Jones Community Building (3450 - [June 20th E-Newsletter](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/june-20th-e-newsletter/2016/06/) - First Things First Last night....was....amazing! Before the E-News, we need to first acknowledging the sheer awesomeness that is the Cleveland Cavaliers! We're big fans of this great city, and like you, to bear #witness to a major Cleveland championship...well...you know the feels. We all have them! Ok, with slightly bleary eyes after a realllllly late - [Clevelanders for Public Transit Town Hall - June 23rd](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/clevelanders-for-public-transit-town-hall-june-23rd/2016/06/) - A great public transit system can help support are strong connected bike network. Greater Cleveland RTA buses and trains all accommodate bikes as part of their Rack-n-Roll Program. That is why we want to make you aware of an upcoming Town Hall meeting being organized Clevelanders for Public Transit. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss - [Thursday Throwdown](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/thursday-throwdown/2016/06/) - Where: Meet outside Phoenix Coffee/Bike Cleveland's offices in Ohio City (3000 Bridge Ave) When: 3rd Thursday of the month (May 19th, June 16th, July 21st, August 18th, September 15th) @ 6:30pm What: Group rides of approx. 30 miles with a couple of hills. Looking to stretch your legs with a fun but challenging mid-week ride? - [Be a Bike Marshall for VeloSano](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/be-a-bike-marshall-for-velosano/2016/06/) - Bike Cleveland has joined forces with VeloSano for a unique and fun Volunteer opportunity taking place this July. VeloSano, Latin for “swift cure”, is an annual community fundraiser and bike ride that starts and finishes in downtown Cleveland. Every dollar raised by participants benefits cancer research at Cleveland Clinic. If you are a proficient rider - [Become a League Certified Instructor](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/become-a-league-certified-instructor/2016/05/) - So you want to become a League Cycling Instructor? League Cycling Instructors (LCIs) are certified to teach the League’s Smart Cycling curriculum to help people feel more secure riding a bike, to create a mindset that bikes should be treated as a vehicle, and to ensure bicyclists know how to ride safely and legally. Once - [HB154 Passes the Ohio House; Take Action for the Senate to Pass](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/hb154-passes-the-ohio-house-take-action-for-the-senate-to-pass/2016/05/) - ****UPDATE**** May 26th, 2016 Word is that the Ohio Senate just went to recess and did not act on SB192/HB154. Watch for a push in the fall after recess encouraging them to bring the 3ft passing bill to a vote. In the meantime if you have a chance to meet with your Ohio Senate Representative - [St. Clair Corridor Study Community Meetings](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/st-clair-corridor-study-community-meetings/2016/05/) - The Cleveland City Planning Commission is undergoing a study of the St. Clair Corridor and is hosting a series of community meetings. The community meetings will take place the following days/times/locations: St. Clair-Superior Neighborhood - [May 17th Enews - Ride, Repair Events, Take Action and More](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/may-17th-enews-ride-repair-events-take-action-and-more/2016/05/) - There's a lot to share this week. To start we need you to stand up for biking by telling the Federal Highway Administration not to ignore biking and walking; found out why and how to be heard here. There are a couple opportunities to get out on your bike this week, including Bike to Work Day - [Healthy Cleveland Bike Awareness Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/healthy-cleveland-bike-awareness-ride-2/2016/05/) - May is Cleveland Bike Month. Celebrate by joining the third annual Bike Awareness Ride! Participate in a 4-mile or 10-mile ride on the open roads of Cleveland. This ride reminds bicyclists and motor vehicles that they need to co-exist safely on our busy streets! Registration begins at 9am outside Nano Brew Cleveland (1979 W. 25th - [Bike To The Ballpark](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-to-the-ballpark/2016/03/) - **UPDATE** Due to the cavs game, the location for Valet Bike Parking has moved to the E. 9th Street Square located near the Right Field Gate on E. 9th Street (it is directly across from the Cemetery). Please bring your bike to this location before entering the gates. The boys of summer aren't too far - [2016 Ride of Silence](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/2016-ride-of-silence/2016/05/) - Join cyclists across Greater Cleveland for the most important ride of the year. On Wednesday May 18th at 6:30pm Cleveland cyclists will join others across the globe in a silent slow-paced ride in honor of those who have been injured or killed while riding a bicycle on our public roadways. Like in past years Cleveland's Ride - [Shaker Heights Awarded Bicycle Friendly Community Status](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/shaker-heights-awarded-bicycle-friendly-community-status/2016/05/) - Bike Cleveland would like to congratulate the City of Shaker Heights for earning official League of American Bicyclist Bicycle Friendly Community status at the bronze level! Shaker Heights joins a cutting-edge group of 372 communities across the United States, and only 13 communities in Ohio that are transforming the American landscape. Locally, they join Cleveland, Cleveland Heights, Lakewood, - [2016 Greater Cleveland Trails & Greenway Conference](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2016-greater-cleveland-trails-greenway-conference/2016/05/) - Someone once said that to build trails and greenways is to build communities, and all across the country, decision makers are beginning to understand the positive benefits of such facilities. Trails and greenways are an excellent way to encourage people to adopt lifestyle changes that will bring lifetime health benefits, and positively affect the quality - [NOACA's 2016 Spring Bicycle & Pedestrian Counts](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/noacas-2016-spring-bicycle-pedestrian-counts/2016/05/) - What is NOACA? The Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) is a transportation and environmental planning agency serving Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain and Medina counties. Learn more about what they do HERE. Why does NOACA conduct counts? With the generous help of volunteers, NOACA conducts bicycle and pedestrian counts throughout Northeast Ohio during the months of - [Bike Month Event Rundown!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-month-event-rundown/2016/05/) - May is National Bike Month, and it is celebrated in communities from coast to coast. Established in 1956, National Bike Month is a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling — and encourage more folks to give biking a try. Get out on your bike this May and check out the listings below to find - [Share Your Draft - a Bike Cleveland Fundraiser](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/7839/2016/04/) - You Are Invited To Join Us For Bike Cleveland's 3rd Annual Share Your Draft! When: Friday, June 10thTime: 5pm-9pm Where: Dunham Tavern Museum (6709 Euclid Ave) Price: $50 ($40 tax deductible) Mix and mingle with some of Cleveland's most civically engaged professionals, local funders, non-profit leadership, and advocates at our third annual "Share Your Draft Fundraiser." The evening will feature - [The Week's Public Meeting Roundup](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/the-weeks-public-meeting-roundup/2016/04/) - In case you missed it, there were two important public meetings held this past week (4/25) for two projects that will create far better connections along two of Cleveland's primary bike routes; Veteran's Memorial (Detroit-Superior) Bridge, and Lakeshore Boulevard. Veterans Memorial (Detroit Superior Bridge) Update Rendering from 2001 plan Tuesday night was the first - [Put us over the top! Leverage the match!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/put-us-over-the-top-leverage-the-match/2016/04/) - Things have been ramping up here at Bike Cleveland with the arrival of prime riding season, and we're well on our way to reaching our goal of $3,500, and fully leveraging the dollar for dollar match our board is offering you! Double your donation by giving to our Spring fundraising campaign! We just finished - [Lakeshore Boulevard Public Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/lakeshore-boulevard-public-meeting/2016/04/) - The City of Cleveland wants to calm traffic and improve Lakeshore Blvd for residents. Lakeshore Boulevard is currently configured for traffic volumes that simply do not exist. This excess capacity promotes speeding at the cost of safety, neighborhood connectivity, pedestrian utility, retail performance, and multimodal usage. The City of Cleveland has proposed a “road diet” that - [3-Foot Bill Update, Slow Roll, Help Some Kids, Get Involved!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/3-foot-bill-update-slow-roll-help-some-kids-get-involved/2016/04/) - 3-Foot Passing Bill Update Hopefully you’ve seen our action alert regarding passage of a state-wide 3-foot passing bill recently. Many people certainly did as Speaker Rosenburger’s Policy Director, Shawn Kasych has been receiving many calls and emails; thank you! We spoke with him yesterday on the phone and have a bit of an update. His - [Action Alert: Statewide 3-Foot Passing Close to Passage](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-statewide-3-foot-passing-close-to-passage/2016/04/) - ***UPDATE*** - 4/25/16, 4:44pm We just got off the phone with Shawn Kasych where we discussed the bill and what we need to do to get it passed. He communicated to us that he was conducting some educational outreach to a handful of representatives who still had concerns, but a followup phone call to Rep. - [Public Meetings, Advocacy Update, and Baseball!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/public-meetings-advocacy-update-and-baseball/2016/04/) - Veteran’s Memorial (Detroit-Superior) Bridge Public Meeting Riding east across the Detroit-Superior Bridge is not always an easy proposition. The bike lanes on Detroit Ave end at West 25th Street and the speed limit jumps from 25mph to 35mph. Worse, because the bridge is a large structure with wide lanes and clear sight lines, people tend - [Monday Meetup Happy Hour](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/monday-meetup-happy-hour/2016/04/) - Come and have a beer with us for happy hour at Platform Beer Co. (4125 Lorain Ave, Cleveland) on May 2nd between 5:30 and 6:30. Bike Cleveland staff will be there hanging out along with some of our board to answer questions and chat about all things Bike CLE related. Good chance to meet some like minded - [Detroit-Superior Bridge Improvement Plan Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/7787/2016/04/) - April 5, 2016 Anyone who rides a bike in Cleveland probably knows how treacherous crossing the Veterans Memorial (Detroit-Superior) bridge can be. The southern, east-bound lane is of particular concern because there is no bike lane or segregated option like on the northern side of the bridge. Cars often misjudge how wide they are, or - [Make Bike Cleveland Part of Your Spring Checklist](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/make-bike-cleveland-part-of-your-spring-checklist/2016/04/) - A mild winter means an early spring! With riding season upon us, at Bike Cleveland we are gearing up for some of our busiest months of the year. Partnering with the City of Cleveland and NOACA, work on a formal feasibility study for The Midway is already underway. Our 2016 Law Enforcement Training is coming - [Brecksville Chapter Exploratory Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/brecksville-chapter-exploratory-meeting/2016/03/) - In the wake of our rally in Brecksville recently, there has been some interest in forming a Brecksville chapter of Bike Cleveland. A meeting is scheduled in May to discuss what that would look like and what kinds of projects the group might work on. If you live in (or close to) the 44141 zip - [Lakeshore Boulevard Traffic Calming](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/7774/2016/03/) - Last fall we attended two public meetings to discuss the plans for Lakeshore Boulevard that would address the speeding problem along the corridor. Having Lakeshore remain a high speed (regardless of how it is posted) 4-lane road effectively cuts off residents from reaching the lake via active transportation like biking and walking. City Traffic Engineering - [Brecksville Bike Awareness Rally](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/brecksville-bike-awareness-rally/2016/03/) - Bike Cleveland calls on the cycling community and the region at large to turn out for an awareness rally focused on the rights and mistreatment of people on bikes. The rally will take place this Saturday, March 12th, at 11a.m. at Brecksville Town Square (NW corner of Route 82 and Route 21 in Brecksville, OH). - [Timothy Wolf Killed Two People - Found Not Guilty](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/timothy-wolf-killed-2-cyclists-found-not-guity/2016/02/) - It has been a sobering experience sitting in on the trial over Timothy Wolf, the driver charged with two counts of vehicular homicide, and one count of wanton disregard of public safety over the deaths of Matthew Billings and Jim Lambert in Brecksville last September. Today, the Jury returned a not guilty verdict on the - [February E-News](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/february-e-news/2016/02/) - Brecksville Crash Trial Underway (Photo: Wale Aliyu, WKYC-TV) The trial of Timothy Wolf, the driver who made an illegal left turn into the path of five oncoming cyclists, is currently underway. Wolf, 42, is charged with two counts of vehicular homicide and one count of willful or wanton disregard of public safety over the crash - [Hampton Hills Mountain Bike Trail Under Threat](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/hampton-hills-mountain-bike-trail-under-threat/2016/02/) - An article published by the Akron Beacon Journal on Tuesday highlighted an alarming opinion held by Summit Metro Parks Commissioner Jane Bond that the long awaited Hampton Hills mountain bike trail currently under construction (slated to be 7 miles long) be halted at 3 miles while the Metro Parks see if people will ride it. To - [Getting to Know Village Bicycle Cooperative](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/getting-to-know-village-bicycle-cooperative/2016/02/) - As we gear up for Friday's Social, we thought we'd take a moment to talk to our hosts and one of our supporters, Village Bicycle Cooperative, and share with you who they are and what they do beyond the info you can find on their website. I had the pleasure to speak with the President - [Take Action! Ohio 3-foot Passing Law](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/take-action-ohio-3-foot-passing-law/2016/02/) - HB 154/SB 192 - The statewide 3-foot passing & "dead red" law is set for it's second hearing by the Senate Transportation, Commerce and Labor Committee on Wednesday, February 10 at 10:15am. If you haven't been following the the bill, here's where we are - HB 154 was introduced April 13, 2015, by Rep. Mike Henne - [Winter Social @ Village Bicycle Cooperative](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/winter-social-village-bicycle-cooperative/2016/01/) - It isn't always easy to ride in winter, so lets go sledding instead! As part of our Bike Cleveland Business Member Series we will be having a family friendly winter social at the Village Bicycle Coopperative (303 Cahoon Rd, Bay Village) on Friday, February 12th - 6pm - 8pm. If you haven't been to their location, it's - [January 20th E-News](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/january-20th-e-news/2016/01/) - ODOT Priority Bike Routes As local riders, you’re all experts when it comes to knowing the best way to get around on two wheels, and the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) needs your help! They are developing a network of U.S. and state bicycle routes, and they’re currently seeking public feedback. There is an open - [2015 Year in Review](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2015-year-in-review/2015/12/) - As we prepare to bring in the New Year, I find it’s always good to look back on the previous one and remind yourself where you’ve been, what you learned, and how you can make the next one better. So without further ado, here’s some of what we've been up to this year. Your membership makes - [Cold Outside? Catch a Great Bike Movie Showing Near You](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cold-outside-catch-a-great-bike-movie-showing-near-you/2016/01/) - With winter finally upon us, the next couple of months are a great time to take in some special film screenings around town! Check out the following three events – On January 28th, we are excited to be bringing the thought provoking film “Bikes vs Cars” to theCapitol Theaterin the Gordon Square Arts District.Learn more - [Bike Cleveland E-Newsletter - January 11th](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-e-newsletter-january-11th/2016/01/) - 2016 Annual Meeting Happy New Year! It’s January, which means it’s time for our Annual Meeting! Learn how we leveraged the power of your membership in 2015 and how we plan to take it even further in 2016. Hang out with other gear heads, make new friends, find new rides, and meet our staff and board! Dinner - [Opportunity Corridor Campaign](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/sign-the-petition-for-protected-bike-lanes-on-the-opportunity-corridor/2015/04/) - The Ohio Department of Transportation and The City of Cleveland have proposed a connection between Interstate 490 from East 55th Street to University Circle. Regardless of the label, it is ostensibly a freeway extension designed to cater to automobiles above all else, and the original design does not adequately serve other modes of transportation such - [Donate to our 2015 Annual Appeal!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/donate-to-our-2015-annual-appeal/2015/12/) - We have made a lot of progress in just over three years as an organization, but there is still so much to do! We’ve helped pass laws that protect people on bikes, equipped hundreds of people with lights, and provided training for law enforcement officers from throughout the region. But people on bikes continue to - [Federal Government Passes Long Term Transportation Bill](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/federal-government-passes-long-term-transportation-bill/2015/12/) - Click to enlarge Last Friday, President Obama signed the first long term transportation bill in 10 years, the five-year, $305 billion "Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act" or "FAST Act". Despite being under attack for years, for all intents and purposes, the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) responsible for funding much of our bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure remains largely intact; - [Cranksgiving 2015 Recap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cranksgiving-2015/2015/11/) - All smiles after seeing how much food we gathered! The holidays are great, but for many, they are a tough time of year; especially for those who don't have enough food on the table. So last Saturday, we were proud to host our 4th annual "Cranksgiving", a food drive on two-wheels. We were lucky to - [Press Release: Cranksgiving Cleveland 2015](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/press-release-cranksgiving-cleveland-2015/2015/11/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jacob VanSickle Bike Cleveland jacob@bikecleveland.org (216) 245-3101 BICYCLE FOOD DRIVE RAISES FOOD TO HELP FEED THE HUNGRY PARTICIPANTS HAUL FOOD BY BIKE, DONATE TO LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES November 19, Cleveland: Cranksgiving – a “food raiser” bike ride supported by the local cycling community – is back this weekend to help ensure - [Cranksgiving Cleveland 2015](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/cranksgiving-cleveland/2015/11/) - This is a good photo. Let's make a better one for 2015! Location: Deaconess Krafft Center, 3105 Devonshire Road in Old Brooklyn. Cleveland’s cycling community is once again raising food for disadvantaged families and senior citizens this holiday season! Pedal for Prizes and Bike Cleveland are hosting Cleveland’s fourth-annual Cranksgiving, a fun bicycle food - [Special Screening: Bikes vs Cars](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/special-screening-bikes-vs-cars/2015/11/) - Where: Capitol Theater - 1390 West 65th Street, Cleveland, 44102 When: Thursday, January 28th @ 7pm Tickets: https://www.tugg.com/events/77039 'Bikes vs Cars' is presented by Bike Cleveland. This is a Tugg, Inc. screening and as such needs to presell 57 tickets by Jan 13th in order to be greenlit to show. You can pre-purchase tickets and view a - [Ward 16 Councilman, Brian Kazy, a Cause for Concern](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/ward-16-councilman-brian-kazy-a-cause-for-concern/2015/11/) - **Update - 11/16/15** Thank you, Councilman Kazy, for joining us! Following our response to comments made in the run up to the November 3rd election, Councilman Kazy agreed to meet us and some local area riders for a bike tour of Ward 16. The hope was to demonstrate to the Councilman the need for dedicated - [CycleHop-Social Bikes Selected as Preferred Bike Share Vendor](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cyclehop-social-bikes-selected-as-preferred-bike-share-vendor/2015/11/) - Media Contact(s): Jeane’ Holley: (216)698-2544/(216) 640-0821 or jholley@cuyahogacounty.us November 4, 2015 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CycleHop-SoBi Selected as Preferred Bike Share Vendor Cuyahoga County to Open Contract Negotiations for a Spring 2016 Rollout Cleveland, OH – The Cuyahoga County Department of Sustainability, in partnership with Bike Cleveland, announces CycleHop-SoBi as - [Cleveland Planning Commission Approves Lorain Ave Plan](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-planning-commission-approves-lorain-ave-plan/2015/10/) - Rendering of Lorain Ave when completed. Progress towards Cleveland's first truly protected bike lane was made last Friday when a packed room of supporters saw the conceptual plan for the Lorain Ave Protected Bike Lane unanimously approved by the Cleveland Planning Commission. The plan will see a two-way, protected bicycle facility run from West 20th - [October 22nd E-News](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/october-22nd-e-news/2015/10/) - Random Acts of Brightness With the days getting shorter, we thought last week was a good time to hold another one of our “Random Acts of Brightness” light distribution events. If you’re unfamiliar, each year we use grant dollars to purchase hundreds of lights, then put a call out for volunteers and assemble teams of - [Driver Hits Cyclist in Alleged Hit and Run](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/driver-hits-cyclist-in-alleged-hit-and-run/2015/10/) - Photo: Meg Shaw - Newsnet5 **Update - 10/9/15** Authorities are urging the driver of the white van who hit cyclist Sean Staeger to turn themselves in. Witness Brandon Jackson said “He didn't have to be that close, there was no reason to be that close." Jackson described the suspect's vehicle as a white cargo van with a - [Fatal Crash Kills Two, Injures Three](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/fatal-crash-kills-one-injures-four/2015/09/) - (Photo: Wale Aliyu, WKYC-TV) **UPDATE** 10/4/15 LeeAnne Lambert has set up a fund for Jim Lambert's son Ryan, who is 15 years old. It is not easy to find it so this is the search criteria to use: "Go Fund Me Ryan Lambert's Educational Fund, Akron Ohio." This should bring it up. It will say - [Cleveland Defends Rust Cup](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-defends-rust-cup/2015/10/) - The results for the National Bike Challenge are in, and we did it! Cleveland once again takes down Pittsburgh in the coveted Rust Belt Battle of the Bikes! Cleveland put up 806,687 miles to Pittsburgh's 585,534, smashing the Steel City to the tune of 221,153 miles! Bam! To keep things fair, this year we calculated mileage - [September 30th E-News](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/september-30th-e-news/2015/10/) - Bike Cleveland Releases Bike Share RFP Good news for fans of bike sharing in Cleveland! After completing the requisite paperwork and getting through all the necessary red tape, we are happy to announce the formal release of the Cleveland Bike Share RFP! The formal request for proposal was sent out to multiple bike share vendors around - [On The Edge Film Fest](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/7540/2015/09/) - We've launched our very own adventure film festival right here in CLE! Local company, On The Edge Films, who brought Banff to town for so many years, now hosts our city's first extreme sport, travel, culture and environmental film fest. You'll see a different selection of amazing films from around the globe each night. WHERE: - [Bikes n Brew](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bikes-n-brew/2015/09/) - Event Details To celebrate bicycles and the art of craft beer, Bikes N’Brew features up to five of our fantastic local breweries which you will visit via an unsupported bicycle tour through Cleveland and its surrounding suburbs - Just in time for Cleveland Beer Week! There will be 20 mile & 40 mile suggested route - [Bike Cleveland Releases Bike Share RFP](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-releases-bike-share-rfp/2015/09/) - "COGO" Columbus Bike Share. A picture you will soon be seeing in Cleveland. Good news for fans of bike sharing in Cleveland! After completing the requisite paperwork and getting through all the necessary red tape, we are happy to announce the formal release of the Cleveland Bike Share RFP! The formal request for proposal was sent - ["Crash" Not "Accident"](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/crash-not-accident/2015/09/) - By now many of you have heard about the tragedy on Snowville Road in Brecksville last Thursday. At 7:10 PM, a group of riders traveling east down Snowville Road were struck by a person traveling in a truck attempting to make a left hand turn onto Dewey Ave, leaving four injured and one dead. It - [Two Important Memorial Rides This Weekend](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/two-important-memorial-rides-this-weekend/2015/09/) - Building safer streets for people on bikes is important, and this weekend we are reminded why once more. There are two memorial rides happening this weekend that you should attend if you can. Saturday: Ride for Miles - an annual non-competitive ride to raise funds for bicycle and environmental education. It is named so for Dr. - [Bike Cleveland E-Newsletter (9-18-15)](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-e-newsletter-9-18-15/2015/09/) - Bike Facilities Update For those of you who are unaware, the City of Cleveland is busy striping roads to meet their goal of 70 new mile of bike lanes by the end of 2016. A few projects have caught our attention recently; West 25th Street, Lakeshore Boulevard, and Prospect Ave downtown. We received word back from the - [How To Avoid A Crash](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/safer-streets-campaigns/7512/2015/09/) - How Can a Motorist Avoid Hitting a Cyclist? By: Kenneth J Knabe, Bicycle Accident Attorney: Protecting Cleveland’s Cyclists www.brownandszaller.com, 216 228 7200 As a bike attorney many concerned motorists ask me how can I avoid hitting a cyclist. Most bicycle crashes occur when a driver: Turns left at an intersection into an oncoming cyclist; Turns - [Kickin' it with the Neighborhood Kids](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/neighborhood-safer-streets-program/2015/08/) - Last week Bike Cleveland, along with the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission and the Ohio City Bicycle Co-Op visited the Zelma George and Hamilton Rec Centers in the Buckeye Shaker and Mount Pleasant neighborhoods as part of the GCSC's Urban Youth Initiative. OCBC hosted a "Fix-A-Thon" where neighborhood residents could bring their bikes and have them fixed for free. - [ACTION ALERT: W. 25th Street Bike Lane](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-w-25th-street-bike-lane/2015/08/) - Why buffer a bike from the curb? That is what we were left wondering when we went out to see the planned bike lane for W. 25th Street. See it for yourself below in the photo showing the pre-markings for a bike lane on W. 25th from Bridge Ave. to Detroit Ave. Buffers are great - [Official Routes Released for MCPc Fundo p/b Bike Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/official-routes-released-for-mcpc-fundo-pb-bike-cleveland/2015/08/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 8 August, 2015 Contact: Rob Thompson Communications Manager Bike Cleveland Email: Rob@bikecleveland.org Official Routes Released for MCPc Fundo p/b Bike Cleveland Routes expand on inaugural year’s success. CLEVELAND, OH – Bike Cleveland is excited to announce the official routes for the MCPc Fundo p/b Bike Cleveland as part of the second - [Cleveland Foundation Centennial Trail Dedication](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-foundation-centennial-trail-dedication/2015/08/) - Mayor Jackson Speaks at Centennial Trail Dedication Thursday, August 13th, 2015 - 3:36pm Several key stakeholders and dignitaries came together at Merwin’s Wharf, including current Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell, to dedicate the first section of the Cleveland Foundation Centennial Trail. The new section of trail runs nearly half a mile and connects the - [Vocon Ohio Track Cup #4 p/b Bike Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/vocon-ohio-track-cup-4-pb-bike-cleveland/2015/08/) - Bike Cleveland presents race #4 in the Vocon Ohio Track Cup series at the Cleveland Velodrome on Saturday, August 15th. And did we mention that it's going to be a Happy Hour PARTY?! On the infield the Velodrome’s own DJ Green Noize will be providing an adrenaline laced soundtrack for the races. The Pope & - [Bike Cleveland Launches New Public Awareness Campaign](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-launches-new-public-awareness-campaign/2015/08/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CLEVELAND, OH — Bike Cleveland is proud to launch its second comprehensive public awareness campaign entitled “We’re All Drivers.” The campaign is designed to humanize people on bikes as people in your community, and to raise awareness that people on bikes are legal road vehicles with the same rights and responsibilities as - [Random Acts of Brightness](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/random-acts-of-brightness/2015/08/) - Many people in our region do not own cars and ride bicycles out of necessity, making riding at night an unavoidable reality. A major safety concern we have in Cleveland is people on bikes riding around at night without adequate lighting on their bikes. One reason for this is that quality light sets and their replacement - [Cleveland Safe Routes to School Plan](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-safe-routes-to-school-plan/2015/08/) - Few things excite us at Bike Cleveland more than improving facilities and safety for kids. So, we are pleased to be part of a committee working with the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) to help them develop a comprehensive Safe Routes to School (SRTS) travel plan. The committee is made up of individuals representing agencies - [MCPc Fundo p/b Bike Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/forest-city-fundo/2015/03/) - In the cycling world, a gran fondo is a mildly competitive, massive group race/ride encompassing all ages and ability levels. The MCPc City Fundo removes any racing aspects from the ride, but keeps all the cycling fun, making it a ride for everyone. The MCPc Fundo, taking place September 13th as part of NEOCycle, is a casual, - [Editorial: Get With It Already! Bikes Are Good For Everyone; Not Just Cyclists!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/editorial-get-with-it-already-bikes-are-good-for-everyone-not-just-cyclists/2015/07/) - Infographic courtesy of the League of American Bicyclists You hear a lot about the personal benefits of bikes. What they can do for you; the individual. Live longer! Be fitter! Save money! Shame your friends who drive everywhere! All of this is true, but it isn’t enough of a draw to make cycling mainstream, thus - [TIGER Program: Popular Funding Mechanism at Risk](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/tiger-program-popular-funding-mechanism-at-risk/2015/07/) - An important bill has been introduced to the Senate and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Senate Bill 1748 is a bill to continue the “Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery” (TIGER) program. TIGER’s purpose is the funding of multi-modal transportation projects, and are particularly useful for projects that cross multiple jurisdictions. Over the last seven - [Pearl Road – Past or Future? Two Possibilities.](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/pearl-road-past-or-future-two-possibilities/2015/05/) - ***UPDATE - 5/21/15*** Parking-protected bike lane in California After a huge turnout last night at the community meeting it became clear that the residents are adamantly against the proposed plan to widen Pearl Road rather than adopt the community approved 2009 Transportation for Livable Communities Initiative (TLCI) Plan. The 2009 TLCI would make this section - [MCPc Named Title Sponsor of NEOCycle Fundo Event](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/mcpc-named-title-sponsor-of-neocycle-fundo-event/2015/06/) - Technology Solutions Provider Sponsoring the MCPc Fundo presented by Bike Cleveland CLEVELAND, OH – Bike Cleveland is proud to announce the title sponsor of the 2015 NEOCycle, presented by Ohio Savings Bank, Fundo event is MCPc; the region’s leading technology solutions provider. Formerly the “Forest City Fundo,” in reference to Cleveland’s industrial-era nickname, the 2015 - [Ohio 3-Foot Passing Law Clears Committee](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/ohio-3-foot-passing-law-clears-committee/2015/06/) - Progress continues on the statewide 3-ft passing law for the State of Ohio. House Bill 154 (3 feet passing clearance and proceeding with nonfunctioning traffic signals) had been assigned to the Ohio House Armed Services, Veterans Affairs, and Public Safety Committee and was unanimously approved by a 12 to 0 vote! The bill will now - [3-foot passing law reintroduced as HB154](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/safer-streets-campaigns/3-foot-passing-law-reintroduced-as-hb154/2015/05/) - Ohio House Representatives Henne and Sheehy have introduced HB154 which reintroduces the 3' passing law and the malfunctioning signal laws for cyclists to the state legislature. Several other representatives have signed on as co-sponsors. That means now if the perfect time for you to call your state representative and tell them that you want them - [Lungevity Breathe Deep Cleveland 5K Run/Walk](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/lungevity-breathe-deep-cleveland-5k-runwalk/2015/05/) - LUNGevity’s Breathe Deep Cleveland is a grassroots 5K fun run and walk brought to Cleveland by Cara McManus, a Bike Cleveland member and Super Volunteer. Cara was diagnosed with Stage IV ALK+ non-small cell lung cancer in August, 2013, at the age of 34. Like many of us, Cara was surprised to discover that 60% of - [Bike Cleveland Social At Eddy's North Olmsted](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bike-cleveland-social-at-eddys-north-olmsted/2015/05/) - As part of our Bike Cleveland Business Member Series we will be having a Bike Cleveland Social on Saturday, June 13th @ 6pm - 8pm. Come and hang out with us and the Eddy's crew; drink some beers, eat some food, and check out their North Olmsted location (25140 Lorain Rd. North Olmsted, 44070) We will - [SHARE YOUR DRAFT FUNDRAISER](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/share-your-draft-fundraiser/2015/06/) - We look forward to seeing you on Tomorrow, June 4th at Bike Cleveland's Share Your Draft Fundraiser! The event will take place at the Dunham Tavern & Museum (6709 Euclid Ave.). If you haven't purchased your ticket yet you can do it online below until the event starts. We will also sell tickets at the door. - [Editorial: Bicycles and Equity](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/editorial-bicycles-and-equity/2015/05/) - Whether it’s cruising between local establishments with friends, exploring the city on two-wheels, blasting through the Metroparks on your mountain bike, or leaning into a corner at 30mph during a race: bikes are great for everyone! Bicycles grant children feelings of freedom and independence, and offers grownups a portal to their youthful experiences of carefree - [Share Your Draft - June 4th, 2015](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/share-your-draft/2015/05/) - Where: Dunham Tavern Museum (6709 Euclid Ave) Price: $50 ($40 tax deductible) Register Here! Powered by Eventbrite Cyclists understand the importance of drafting. The act of supporting a fellow rider by cutting through the wind in front of them so they face less resistance. When riders work together by sharing their draft they help each - [Bikes and Rights](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/bikes-and-rights/2015/05/) - WHERE: Happy Dog at the Euclid Tavern - 11625 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, Ohio 44106 WHEN: Thursday, May 28th @ 6:30pm WHAT: Join us for a few beers and hear about your rights as a cyclist from local bike lawyers Joe Dunson of Dunson Law, LLC and Ken Knabe of Brown and Szaller Co., LPA. Learn what you should - [George Gund Foundation Celebrates Cycling](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/gund-foundation-celebrates-cycling/2015/05/) - One of the many great photos that accompany the Annual Report. For years Cleveland has been a tale of decline, and no longer is that merely changing; it’s changed. The home of the Kardiac Kids is now the home of the Comeback Kids, and I’m not talking about the Brown’s, unfortunately. Civic minded entrepreneurs are - [VeloSano 2015: Bike To Cure!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/velosano-2015-bike-to-cure/2015/05/) - VeloSano 2015: Bike to Cure! VeloSano, Latin for “swift cure,” is a community fundraising initiative for cancer research. At its core, it’s a cycling event where riders commit to raise a pre-determined dollar amount by requesting support from personal contacts. Rides start and finish in downtown Cleveland. Whether you Ride, Volunteer or Donate, every dollar - [2015 Ride of Silence](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2015-ride-of-silence/2015/04/) - On Wednesday, May 20th at 5:30pm Cleveland cyclists will join others across the globe in a silent slow-paced ride in honor of those who have been injured or killed while riding a bicycle on our public roadways. Like in past years Cleveland's Ride of Silence will have two start points: Meeting Locations Free Stamp Monument in - [Healthy Cleveland: Bike Awareness Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/healthy-cleveland-bike-awareness-ride/2015/03/) - May is Bike Month, and bike safety is a key component! On May 3rd, join us for the second annual Bike Awareness Ride. Participate in a 4-mile or 10-mile ride on the open roads of Cleveland. This ride reminds bicyclists and motor vehicles that they need to co-exist safely on our busy streets!Registration begins at - [The National Bike Challenge Starts May 1st!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/events/the-national-bike-challenge-starts-may-1st/2015/04/) - The National Bike Challenge is coming up! It officially starts May 1st and goes through September 30th. The Challenge encourages you, your colleagues, and your community to ride more and help show what riding bikes can do for our society. Tracking your mileage as part of the challenge helps quantify the benefits of bicycles by - [In Memory of our Friend, Cara McManus](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cara-mcmanus/2015/04/) - The Cleveland cycling community has lost a great friend and ally. Cara McManus succumbed to her battle with lung cancer early this morning at 4:15am. Cara was adored by many, and was highly involved in the cycling community. Cara was a Team Medical Mutual member for MS150, and a super volunteer for us at Bike - [Bike Month Launch Party](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-month-launch-party/2015/04/) - May is Bike Month in Cleveland, and Bike Cleveland is teaming up with Brick and Barrel (one of the city's newest and hottest taprooms) and Slow Roll Cleveland to help kick it off! We are hosting a celebration bash at Brick and Barrel in the flats (1844 Columbus Road) starting at 6:00pm. There will be food - [Rocky River Drive Road Audit](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/rocky-river-drive-road-audit/2015/04/) - Bike Cleveland’s greatest strength in making biking better in our city has always been the involvement of its members. Not only do we encourage each other to ride, but each day we go out on the streets and on Metroparks trails we show the community that maintaining safe routes for riding is important. We can - [NOACA BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN COUNT](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/noaca-bicycle-and-pedestrian-count/2015/04/) - With the generous help of volunteers, NOACA conducts bicycle and pedestrian counts throughout Northeast Ohio during the months of May and September annually. Please consider helping NOACA with their bike/ped count program in May. The count does the following - Gauge regional and local levels of bicycling and walking beyond what is already available from Census data. - [Meet Uche Adigwe, our new Outreach & Volunteer Manager!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/meet-uche-adigwe-our-new-outreach-volunteer-manager/2015/04/) - Uche is a recent graduate of Kent State University where he has earned his Master’s in Public Health, with a concentration in environmental science. While at Kent State, he was the Director of Community Development, where his task was to implement programs and engage the community to promote comradery throughout the University. As a Cleveland - [Eastside Greenway Public Meetings](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/eastside-greenway-public-meetings/2015/04/) - Eastside Greenway Plans to Connect 19 Greater Cleveland Communities with Bike and Pedestrian Paths Imagine living close to a trail system that connects neighborhoods throughout the eastern portion of Cuyahoga County with employment centers, transit, services, parks and green spaces. Imagine walking or biking to school, work, the store, or a park. Imagine being able - [Rocky River Drive Community Meeting, May 13th](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/rocky-river-drive-community-meeting/2015/04/) - Rocky River Drive as it exists today. The Northeast Ohio Area Coordinating Agency (NOACA) have drawn up plans for the redevelopment of Rocky River Drive between Lorain Ave and Brookpark Rd; a primarily residential area with some retail and commercial services mixed in. To date, NOACA have held two community meetings to engage interested parties, - [Spin Bike Shop is our latest business member!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/spin-bike-shop-is-our-latest-business-member/2015/04/) - We are excited to announce Spin Bike Shop in Lakewood as our newest supporting business member! Spin has a twelve year history in Lakewood and has become part of the fabric of the neighborhood. They are a full service shop staffed by enthusiastic cyclists of all disciplines, and their range includes every category of bike. They - [NOACA's Transportation Improvement Program](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/noacas-transportation-improvement-program/2015/04/) - The Northeast Ohio Area Coordinating Agency (NOACA) is currently accepting feedback for their Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP commits federal funding to transportation projects for the next four years, so if you're interested in where your tax dollars are going and would like to have a say, you should take a look at NOACA’s - [Moving Greater University Circle Study](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/moving-greater-university-circle-study/2015/04/) - Your voice is important! Come out and give your input to the future of transportation in University Circle. University Circle Inc. is conducting a comprehensive study called “Moving Greater University Circle.” It is being completed in three phases, and it will help UCI and its partners assess areas of need and opportunity in University Circle’s - [Woah! We have a new website!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/we-have-a-new-website/2015/04/) - Disclaimer: We don't actually imagine you like this. Welcome to our new website! Yes, we know the old one wasn’t very good, so we’re excited to have a new one! Aside from looking waaay better, there is a bunch of new and updated information we hope you find useful. We’re happy you’re here, and we’d - [Sign the petition to get bike lanes on Lorain Avenue](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/sign-the-petition-to-get-bike-lanes-on-lorain-avenue/2015/03/) - Lorain Avenue is slated to be reconstructed this year from W. 117th to W. 150th. As part of the reconstruction bike lanes are planned from W. 129th to W. 150th, but not from W. 117th to W. 129th. At the latest public meeting it was stressed that community input is important to getting this project - [Cleveland Cycling Instructor Class](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-cycling-instructor-class/2015/03/) - Do you have a desire to help people feel more secure about getting on a bike, to create a mindset that bikes are treated as a vehicle, and to ensure that people on bikes know how to ride safely and legally? Are you a born teacher? Then perhaps becoming a League Certified Cycling Instructor is - [2015 Bike Cleveland Annual Meeting showcases growth of cycling in Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2015-bike-cleveland-annual-meeting-showcases-growth-of-cycling-in-cleveland/2015/02/) - by Frank Jones When my wife and I moved to Cleveland from Northern California in the fall of 2012, one of the first things we took stock of on the local landscape was the outlook for cyclists, and it was a little worrisome. We weren't hardcore bikers, just people who liked to get out on weekends - [Bike Cleveland Has a New Staff Member!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-has-a-new-staff-member/2015/03/) - Rob Thompson – Communications and Membership Manager Helping to usher in a new phase in Bike Cleveland’s history is the addition of Rob. A recent graduate of Cleveland State’s Levin College of Urban Affairs, Rob earned his B.A. of Urban Studies with a planning focus. His coursework dealt heavily with sustainability and transportation issues, instilling - [Bike Cleveland Business Partners and Membership Perks Series](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-business-partners-and-membership-perks-series-4/2015/02/) - Episode 4: Mike and Laura Hulett and Broadway Cyclery Written By Bike Cleveland Member and Events & Programming Co-chair Benjamin Stewart Membership Perk: Half off Tune Ups and Bike Rentals Broadway Cyclery, the first bike shop to sign up to be a Bike Cleveland partner upon the organizations conception in 2011, will be celebrating their - [Cleveland's First Buffered Bike Lane: E. 72nd Street](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/clevelands-first-protected-bike-lane/2014/05/) - E. 72nd Street Buffered Bike Lane The City of Cleveland is putting the finishing touches on the city's first ever buffered bike lane! Located on E. 72nd Street between St. Clair Avenue and the Lake Erie shore (see mape below), the buffered bike lane connects the St. Clair Superior Neighborhood safely to Gordon Park and the Cleveland - [Bike Count Volunteers Needed](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/4147/2013/08/) - Bike Cleveland and NOACA need your help counting people on bikes September 10th-14th. The data you help collect will be used to improve biking conditions in our community. In addition to knowing that you are helping make riding a bike an enjoyable experience for people of all abilities volunteers will receive a gift card to - [The results are in: Rust Belt Battle of the Bikes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/the-results-are-in/2013/10/) - On October 1st The National Bike Challenge came to a close. For Cleveland this marked the end of a five months battle. A battle that was fueled by a deep desire to win, a passion for being better than our rival and a love for riding bikes. The battle was the Rust Belt Battle of - [Detroit and Superior bike lanes are on the ground](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/detroit-and-superior-bike-lanes-are-on-the-ground/2013/11/) - Detroit bike lane prior to bike symbol installation. Superior bike lanes during installation. After months of waiting the City of Cleveland has finally striped bike lanes on Detroit Avenue (from W. 29th to Lake Ave.) and Superior Avenue (from E. 30th to E. 55th). This is the beginning of a east-west connected bikeway we would - [Bike Cleveland Annual Meeting - Recap](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-annual-meeting-recap/2014/01/) - Photo courtesy of Twitter @BikeOhio On Sunday, January 19th over 150 Bike Cleveland members and supporters filled the Beachland Ballroom to celebrate Bike Cleveland's 2013 successes and hear plans to make Greater Cleveland more bicycle-friendly in 2014. The presentation outlined what we accomplished in 2013 including: Increased the number of bike lanes in the City - [Lorain Avenue Streetscape - Cleveland's first planned protected bike lane](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/lorain-avenue-streetscape-clevelands-first-planned-protected-bike-lane/2014/02/) - UPDATE: Join us for the second Lorain Avenue Streetscape Public Meeting on February 19th, 6pm at Urban Community School, 4909 Lorain Ave. Come and voice your support for Cleveland's first ever planned protected bike lane. Spread the word and invite your friends on Facebook. On Tuesday, December 10th Ohio City Inc. and Bike Cleveland packed - [Action Alert: Connect the Maple Highlands Trail](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-connect-the-maple-highlands-trail/2014/02/) - UPDATE February 24th, 2014: Over 600 people have signed the petition telling the Geauga County Commissioners to approve the land easement needed to connect the Maple Highlands Trail. Now we need you in person as supporters attend the Geauga County Commissioners meeting onThursday, February 27th at 6:30pm at theCommissioners' Chambers (470 Center St., Chardon, OH, Bldg #4). Lets us know you are - [Register or Volunteer for the Chili March Metric](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/register-or-volunteer-for-the-chili-march-metric/2014/03/) - Are you ready for the first ride of spring? Then join the Lake Erie Wheelers at the Chili March Metric on Saturday, March 29th at 8:30am starting in Lakewood Park. The Lake Erie Wheelers Chili March Metric is a 31 or 62 mile fully supported metric ride. The ride is a scenic tour through three wonderful - [1st Annual Bike to the Ballpark](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/1st-annual-bike-to-the-ballpark/2014/04/) - 1st Annual Bike to the Ballpark. Mark your calendars this bike month for the Cleveland’s first annual Bike to Ballpark on Sunday, May 18th, 2014. Bike Cleveland is proud to partner with the Cleveland Indians, Century Cycles and Nano Brew on this exciting first annual bike to Ballpark event. Game Details: Cleveland Indians vs. Oakland Athletics, game - [Support the Detroit Avenue PRO](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/detroit-avenue-pro/2014/04/) - We need your support to ensure a safe Detroit Avenue for people bicycling and walking. Let us start by metioning that the bike lanes on Detroit Avenue will be repainted with a long lasting thermoplastic paint this year. With that happening, help us ensure Detroit is a safe street to ride a bike on for years - [Greater Cleveland's First Silver Level Bicycle-Friendly Business](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/greater-clevelands-first-silver-level-bicycle-friendly-business/2014/04/) - Squire Sanders has been named a Silver-Level Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) by the League of American Bicyclists, becoming the first business, community, or university in Northeastern Ohio – and only the fourth in Ohio – to receive the silver-level designation. “We are honored to be awarded the silver-level designation by the League of American Bicyclists, - [Volunteer With Bike Cleveland At VeloSano 2014](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/volunteer-with-bike-cleveland-at-velosano-2014/2014/07/) - Show your Support for Cancer Research Volunter with Bike Cleveland at VeloSano 2014. Loading... - [Puritas Avenue Bike Lane Progress Continues](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/puritas-avenue-bike-lane-progress-continues/2014/08/) - As the city continues to keep to their promise to install 80+ miles of bike lanes by the end of 2017 a new 1.1 miles of bike lanes has been installed on Puritas Avenue (from W. 150th to Rocky River Drive). Construction continues eastward to reconstruct and install bike lanes to W. 130th. The city will also - [Issue 35: Traffic Safety Camera Facts](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/issue-35-traffic-safety-camera-facts/2014/10/) - Bike Cleveland urges Cleveland residents to vote "no" on Issue 35, the ballot initiative that would ban the use of traffic safety cameras in the City of Cleveland. While the City of Cleveland’s traffic safety camera program may not be perfect Bike Cleveland supports the use of traffic safety cameras as a tool to improve the - [Action Needed: Lorain Avenue Public Meeting - UPDATED](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-needed-lorain-avenue-streetscape-w-117th-to-w-150th/2015/02/) - Lorain Avenue from W. 117th to W. 150th is planned to be reconstructed this year. The newly paved street will include a dedicated bike lane from W. 129th to W. 150th. BUT for some reason the plan is to install a shared lane with sharrows from W. 129th to W. 117th. There is a public - [Marvin Randalson: Moving on to new adventures](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/marvin_ranaldson_new_adventures/2015/02/) - Almost exactly 15 months after I began my career with Bike Cleveland it comes to an end this Friday. On November 17th of 2013 I started my position as volunteer and outreach coordinator of Bike Cleveland and became the second staff person in the organization’s young history. We have laughed and cried together and engaged in - [2015 Annual Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2015-annual-meeting/2014/12/) - The board and staff of Bike Cleveland invite you to spend the evening with Bike Cleveland at Sachsenheim Hall (7001 Denison Ave.) for our annual members meeting and social. Come learn firsthand what Bike Cleveland has accomplished in 2014 and what we have planned for 2015. After a brief meeting about the direction of the - [Bike Cleveland Business Partners and Membership Perks Series](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-business-partners-and-membership-perks-series-3/2014/12/) - Episode 3: Ryan Sheldon and Beat Cycles Written By Bike Cleveland Member and Events & Programming Co-chair Benjamin Stewart Everyday Membership Perk: 10% off accessories Beat Cycles is one of Bike Cleveland’s newest business partners. Ryan Sheldon opened for business at 15608 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood in May of 2014 after personally pouring a great deal - [HB397 - Help Pass Brandon's Law to increase the penalty for hit-&-run crashes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/hb397-help-pass-brandons-law-to-increase-the-penalty-for-hit-run-crashes/2014/12/) - Hit-and-run crashes are a serious problem in Ohio, especially for people on bikes and pedestrians, the two most vulnerable road user groups. One reason for the high percentage is that in Ohio the penalty for impaired driving and causing the injury or death of someone in a crash is greater than the penalty for hit-and-run - [Cranksgiving this morning](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/cranksgiving-this-morning/2014/11/) - As many of you know, Cranksgiving is this morning! Here's a brief note: There is a freezing rain advisory this morning and the roads are very icy. However, despite the weather, Cranksgiving will still go on this morning. We'll have different options for fetching groceries. You can still bike if you're inclined, and there will - [Take Action: Statewide 3 Foot Passing](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/take-action-statewide-3-foot-passing/2014/11/) - Update November 12th The Ohio House of Representatives reconvenes today after its long recess (since June). Now is the time to contact your state representative and senator to encourage them to support House Bill 145, which includes a requirement that motorists leave at least 3 feet when passing cyclists. Contact them quickly and easily by email thanks to - [Bike Cleveland Business Partners and Membership Perks Series](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-business-partners-and-membership-perks-series-2/2014/11/) - Episode 2: Michael Hudecek and Forest City Portage Written By Bike Cleveland Member and Events & Programming Co-chair Benjamin Stewart Membership Perk: 10% off custom orders Michael’s studio, located in the Screw Factory building behind Madison Park in Lakewood, is a modest workspace bordered with an extensive variety of threads, fabrics, and sewing machines that his projects have - [Support Safer Streets by voting NO on Issue 35](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/support-safer-streets-by-voting-no-on-issue-35/2014/10/) - Bike Cleveland supports the use of traffic safety cameras across the City of Cleveland, and encourage supporters of safer streets to vote no on Issue 35 this November. Cyclists and pedestrians are vulnerable road users – road users who are most at risk for serious injury or death when involved in a motor-vehicle collision. We - [Cleveland Beats Pittsburgh: Brings Home the Rust Cup](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-beats-pittsburgh-brings-home-the-rust-cup/2014/10/) - Fearless Leader and Author, Laura Faulkner Cleveland Beats Pittsburgh in the Rust Belt battle of the Bikes. Over 1,600 Cleveland area cyclists won the hard fought, five month long Rust Belt Battle of the Bikes. A local competition associated with the larger National Bike Challenge offered by the League of American Bicyclists. The competition is - [NEOCycle draws 20,000 to Edgewater Park, including 650 riders for the first Forest City Fundo, presented by Bike Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/neocycle-draws-20000-to-edgewater-park-including-700-riders-for-the-first-forest-city-fundo-presented-by-bike-cleveland/2014/10/) - This past weekend in partnership with the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission, the Cleveland Metroparks and many other partners we opened up a new chapter to showcase cycling in Cleveland. NEOCycle, presented by Ohio Savings Bank, featured races, rides and a festival to meet the needs of everyone while showcasing the growing bike culture in our - [Forest City Fundo and NEOCycle Festival](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/forest-city-fundo-and-neocycle-festival/2014/07/) - The Midwest's first urban cycling festival taking place September 26th-28th NEOCycle combines five unique races and rides with live music and an action-filled festival at The Hub at Edgewater Park on the beautiful shores of Lake Erie. NEOCycle rides and races include the NEOCycle Night Ride, Forest City Fundo, Edgewater Cyclocross, Wade Oval Criterium and - [Save a Life Watch for Bikes Campaign](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/save-a-life-campaign/2014/09/) - Bike Cleveland, in partnership with several local bike shops, has launched the "Save a Life. Watch for Bikes." campaign. The campaign is a grassroots effort to raise the awareness of the growing number of people on bikes in our region, the campaign provides bright yellow yard signs for people to place in their yards reminding - [Bike Cleveland Business Partners and Membership Perks Series](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-business-partners-and-membership-perks-series/2014/09/) - Episode 1: Alex Nosse and Joy Machines Bike Shop Written By Bike Cleveland Member and Events & Programming Co-chair Benjamin Stewart Bike Cleveland Membership Perk: 5% off merchandise, 10% off service Located at 1836 West 25th Street in the heart of the popular Ohio City neighborhood, Joy Machines is a full service, community oriented bike shop - [Lake to Lakes Shaker Segment - Public Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/lake-to-lakes-shaker-segment-public-meeting/2014/08/) - The City Shaker Heights is hosting a second public meeting about their segment of the Lake to Lakes trail to address concerns raised by the cycling community. The meeting was announced following a letter submitted by Bike Shaker that outlined concerns with the proposed trail alignment and the need for more community input. You can - [Bike Cleveland's Own takes home the gold at GG9](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-clevelands-own-takes-home-the-gold-at-gg9/2014/08/) - Just a Kid from Parma… With the Gay Games in town Cleveland is seeing one of the largest surges in tourism in the past decade. The games have brought visitors from all over the globe to compete, cheer, and dance while advocating equal human rights. We have reached the halfway point of this exciting week - [BIke Cleveland is a proud Community sponsor of the Gay Games 9](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-is-a-proud-community-sponsor-of-the-gay-games-9/2014/07/) - Bike Cleveland is extremely proud to be a community sponsor of Gay Games 9. We wish all of the events participants, volunteers, organizers, and spectators the best of luck and our members and our staff are doing what they can to make their experience in Northeast Ohio amazing and unforgettable. Being presented with the opportunity - [Celebrating Cleveland's Latest Bike Lanes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/celebrating-clevelands-latest-bike-lanes/2014/07/) - This summer the City of Cleveland made true on their promise to add bike lanes to Detroit Avenue, the latest in their commitment to add 80+ miles of bike lanes by 2017. Being one of the most often bike commuted corridors in the city the new bike lane makes Detroit Avenue a safer street for all users - [Broadway Bridge Reconstruction - Bike Lanes?](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/broadway-bridge-reconstruction-bike-lanes/2014/07/) - The Broadway Slavic Village community has been working on the Downtown Bike Connector Trail (DBCT), and with the reconstruction of the Broadway Bridge over I-77 we have the opportunity to make not only the Bridge accommodate bicycles, but also complete the DBCT all the way to Broadway Avenue. Broadway Bridge Reconstruction Stakeholder Meeting Wednesday, July - [Cleveland Bike Plan - 80 miles in 4 years](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-bike-plan-70-miles-4-years/2014/01/) - The City of Cleveland recently announced an aggressive plan to install 80+ miles of bike facilities by 2017. The 70 miles will be funded through the City's capital improvement plan. In addition the plan calls for 82.5 miles of additional bikeways that will complete a network of connected bicycle facilities. These additional miles will installed - [8 Bike Crashes Since June 1st- Bike Cleveland Response](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/8-bike-crashes-since-june-1st-bike-cleveland-response/2014/06/) - Ride of Silence - The annual Ride of Silence takes place each May in memory of cyclists injured or killed and to raise awareness of cyclists right to the road. Over the past two weeks at least eight bike-car crashes have been brought to Bike Cleveland’s attention. They have been recorded throughout Greater Cleveland. As - [VeloSano: Bike to Cure](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/velosano-bike-to-cure/2014/06/) - VeloSano is a movement that will unite an entire community to help one another in the fight against cancer through biking. It doesn’t matter if you’re an avid cyclist or a casual biker, VeloSano will have a ride option for you. VeloSano features One-Day Rides of 25-miles, 48-miles, 62-miles (metric century) and 100-miles, or Two-Day Ride options - [Action Alert: Contact your State Rep to support HB 397](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-contact-your-state-rep-to-support-hb-397/2014/03/) - UPDATE: HB397 Passes the Ohio House. UPDATE: HB397 info from Cleveland Plain Dealer: Ohio House plans vote on bill to increase jail time for hit-and-run drivers Hit-and-run crashes are a problem in Ohio, especially for people on bikes and pedestrians, the two most vulnerable road user groups. The percentage of crashes involving a person on a - [Take Action: Ohio House Voting on 3FT Passing Law](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/take-action-ohio-house-removed-safe-passing-law-from-hb145/2014/05/) - UPDATE June 5th The Ohio House of representatives has gone on summer recess without passing HB145. The bill will see some action in the fall (probably after the election in November). Don'e let this time go to waste, keep contacting your state representatives over the summer telling them why it is important for Ohio to - [Share your Draft: Bike Cleveland's First Fundraising Benefit](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/share-your-draft-bike-clevelands-first-fundraising-benefit/2014/05/) - Join us at Bike Cleveland's Share Your Draft presented by VeloSano, our first annual benefit supporting our advocacy work for safer streets. The event details are as follows: Location: Dunham Tavern Museum (6709 Euclid Ave.) Date: Friday, June 6th Time: 5pm - 9pm Price: $50 ($40 tax deductible) Register at shareyourdraft.eventbrite.com Nothing best exemplifies teamwork while bicycling than sharing - [Maple Highlands Trail Will be Connected Through Chardon](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/maple-highlands-trail-will-be-connected-through-chardon/2014/06/) - We received word today from the Chardon City Manager that the Geauga County Commissioners voted 2-1 to transfer the needed parcels of land to the city to connect the Maple Highlands Trail. Commissioner Spidalieri cast the opposing vote. This transfer includes the property needed to extend the bike path from Advanced Auto on Center Street - [Bike Cleveland at the 3rd annual Bike for Beck and Beckfest!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-at-the-3rd-annual-bike-for-beck-and-beckfest/2014/06/) - Bike Cleveland was honored to be invited to attend with Bike for Beck and Beckfest 2014, with our World renown blender bike, yesterday. With the help of our awesome volunteers Cara McManus and Raquan Moore-Thompson, we served up delicious Fruit smoothies and information about the Work Bike Cleveland does to improve Bicycling in Greater Cleveland. About - [View From the Saddle: Bike to the Ballpark 2014](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/view-from-the-saddle-bike-to-the-ballpark-2014/2014/05/) - Bike Cleveland, Century Cycles Nano Brew Cleveland and Ohio City bike Coop team up for 1st Annual Bike to the Ballpark, and Pre-Tribe Ride and Social. By Frank Jones With clear skies and near-perfect spring temperatures beckoning, Bike Cleveland put on a successful first annual Bike to the Ballpark last Sunday (May 18). The family-friendly ride, - [Bicyclist Fatality in Garfield Heights](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bicyclist-fatality-in-garfield-heights/2014/05/) - Bike Cleveland is saddened to hear the news that a fellow cyclist, and mother of 5, was struck by a motor vehicle and killed on Tuesday, May 8th while riding a bicycle in Garfield Heights. Cleo Turpin was riding her bike on the small residential street of Osborn road when a car crashed into her. - [Rust Belt Battle of the Bikes & National Bike Challenge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/rust-belt-battle-of-the-bikes-national-bike-challenge-ramps-up/2014/05/) - Once again this summer Greater CLE is joining over 50,000 riders from across the country to ride 30 million miles as part of the Rust Belt Battle of the Bikes, our local competition in the National Bike Challenge to dominate Pittsburgh by riding bikes. The National Bike Challenge (and the local Rust Belt Battle of the - [Cleveland International Film Fest](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-international-film-fest/2014/03/) - Bike Cleveland is proud to be an official partner of the of the 38th Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF) presented by Dollar Bank, which will take place March 19th-30th, 2014 at Tower City Cinemas. As part of our partnership Bike Cleveland is sponsoring the film Ride With Larry, which is scheduled to screen on March 24th - [Action Alert: Help make Bay Village Bicycle-Friendly](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/action-alert-help-make-bay-village-bicycle-friendly/2014/03/) - UPDATE: Join us March 10th at 7:30pm at Bay Village City Hall (350 Dover Center Rd) for the second reading of the updated bike ordinances. We need public comment to help with the following: There is some talk of requiring helmets and mirrors. While we encourage helmet usage and mirrors, research has shown that mandatory - [Puritas Avenue Resurfacing - Public Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/puritas-avenue-resurfacing-public-meeting/2014/03/) - 2ND Puritas Avenue Public Meeting, Wednesday, March 12th Puritas Avenue's future involves resurfacing and the potential for bike lanes in each direction from Rocky River Drive to W. 130th St. But that potential will not be realized if we don't speak up for a safer Puritas Avenue at the second public meeting. When: Wednesday, March 12th @ - [Let's Connect the Maple Highlands Trail](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/lets-connect-the-maple-highlands-trail/2014/02/) - With over 600 signatures in hand and a dozen supporters in attendance at the Geauga County Commissioners meeting on Thursday, February 27th the question was asked to the trio of commissioners: Will you approve the easement needed to connect the maple Highlands Trail? The response was brief and vague noting that the County Commissioners are - [Bay Village - Bicycle Friendly Laws](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bay-village-bicycle-friendly-laws/2014/02/) - Bay Village cyclists need you to attend the Bay Village City Council Committee meeting on: Thursday, February 27th @ 5:30pm Bay Village City Hall (350 Dover Center Rd). WHY: Over the past year Bike Cleveland has been working with groups (Bay Village Green Team, Village Bicycle Co-op and the Bay Skate & Bike Park Foundation) - [Bike Cleveland Finalist in Advocacy Award from Bicycling Magazine](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-finalist-in-advocacy-award-from-bicycling-magazine/2014/01/) - Bike Cleveland is honored to be a top 10 finalist for Bicycling Magazine's People's Choice Advocacy Award for our light distribution outreach event. Help us win by voting today. The award is in recognition of the fall light distribution event geared towards making nighttime cycling safer. With 70 lights purchased using "Share the Road" license - [Denison Avenue Resurfacing - Public Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/denison-avenue-resurfacing-public-meeting/2014/01/) - Denison Avenue between SR176 and Ridge Road is going to have underground utility upgrades, and as a result will be resurfaced this year. There is a public meeting taking place on Thursday, January 9th at 6:30pm Sachsenheim Hall (7001 Denison Ave.) We have heard that the new striping plan for Denison Avenue includes bike lanes. - [Bike Cleveland 2013 Accomplishments](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-2013-accomplishments/2013/12/) - Like what we do? Help us do more in 2014 by becoming a member and making a donation. Here is a snapshot of our plans to improve bicycling in Greater Cleveland in 2014: Better Bikeways – We continue to develop and promote a vision for better bikeways that are interconnected, safe, attractive, and appeal to - [Annual Members Meeting](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/annual-members-meeting/2013/12/) - Join the board and staff of Bike Cleveland on January 19th from 1:30pm-5pm at the Beachland Ballroom for our annual members meeting and social. Come learn firsthand what Bike Cleveland has accomplished in 2013 and what we have planned for 2014. After a brief meeting about the direction of the organization stay to socialize, sing - [Detroit Avenue Bike Lanes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/detroit-avenue-bike-lanes/2013/11/) - PROJECT UPDATE NOVEMBER 1st 2013 After much anticipation, many emails and postcards sent to the City of Cleveland, and countless discussions on unexpected delays the paint is finally making it to the pavement for the Detroit Avenue bike lane. Here is the most recent update from the City of Cleveland Commissioner of Streets that was - [Upcoming Public Meetings for December](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/upcoming-public-meetings-for-december/2013/12/) - Show your support for Livable Complete Streets in Cleveland. - [Bike Sharing - Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/projects/bike-sharing-cleveland/2013/11/) - Bike Cleveland is advocating for a city-wide bike sharing program. Bike sharing programs provide networks of public bikes that people can rent and use. Cities as diverse as Washington DC, Minneapolis, and Chattanooga have implemented bike sharing programs successfully, getting more people on bikes across the country. Bike sharing programs can: provide greater access to - [Cranksgiving Last Minute Details](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cranksgiving-last-minute-details/2013/11/) - We hope to see you at Cranksgiving at West Park Station Saturday morning. Here are some last minute details: Event Schedule: 10:00am - Doors Open 10:15am - Registration begins and breakfast (while it lasts) 11:00am - Brief program, distribution of maps/manifests, send-off 2:30pm - Return to West Park Station to donate food and for brief program and raffle - We - [Ward 13 - Kevin Kelley Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-13-kevin-kelley-responses/2013/10/) - Bike Cleveland Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Kevin Kelley Council Ward 13 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. Cleveland City Council is responsible for serving the citizens through legislation, wise stewardship of tax dollars and budgets and the oversight - [Support Cleveland Metroparks - Yes on Issue 80](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/support-cleveland-metroparks-yes-on-issue-80/2013/10/) - As you may know Cleveland Metroparks has a levy, also known as Issue 80, on the ballot for November 5th. Issue 80 is a renewal of an existing levy with an increase. If you use Cleveland Metroparks you know that their reservations are a true asset for biking in Greater Cleveland. Through their new strategic - [Ward 14 - Brian Cummins Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-14-brian-cummins-responses/2013/10/) - Bike Cleveland Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Brian Cummins Council Ward 14 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. To provide strong oversight of the City Administration in funding and implementing the Complete and Green Streets ordinance passed in - [Ward 2 - Marcus Henley Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-2-marcus-henley-responses/2013/10/) - Bike Cleveland Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Marcus Henley Council Ward 2 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. By promoting a healthier commuting alternative (for humans and the atmosphere) Q. Funding for bikeways and other bicycle improvements and - [Ward 12 - Anthony Brancatelli Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-12-anthony-brancatelli-responses/2013/10/) - Bike Cleveland Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Anthony Brancatelli Council Ward 12 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. It is not a matter of whether City Council "can" play a role in making Cleveland safe, accessible and friendly - [Ward 1 - Terrell Pruitt Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-1-terrell-pruitt-responses/2013/10/) - Bike Cleveland Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Terrell Pruitt Council Ward 1 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. Cleveland city council has an unique role in setting policy that create a move bike friendly city. Q. Funding for - [Ward 12 - Roz McAllister Resposnes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-12-roz-mcallister-resposnes/2013/10/) - Bike Clevleand Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Roz McAllister Council Ward 12 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. There should be properly marked bike lanes that provide safety for bikers, and still maintain good traffic flow. Q. Funding - [Ward 5 - Phyllis Cleveland Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-5-phyllis-cleveland-responses/2013/10/) - Bike Cleveland Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Phyllis Cleveland Council Ward 5 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. City Council can create and or pass legislation to make safe, accessible and friendly for biking. City Council can also - [Ward 8 - Michael Polensek Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-8-michael-polensek-responses/2013/10/) - Bike Cleveland Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Michael Polensek Council Ward 8 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. By continuing to support bike friendly road reconstruction projects and continuing education for both bicyclists and motorists. Q. Funding for - [Ward 15 - Matt Zone Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-15-matt-zone-responses/2013/10/) - Bike Cleveland Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Matt Zone Council Ward 15 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. The Council monitors the operation and performance of city agencies, makes land use decisions and has sole responsibility for approving - [Ward 16 - Martin Sweeney Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-16-martin-sweeney-responses/2013/10/) - Bike Cleveland Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Martin Sweeney Council Ward 16 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. A big role Q. Funding for bikeways and other bicycle improvements and programs in Cleveland is currently derived from a - [Ward 17 - Jonathan Simon Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-17-jonathan-simon-responses/2013/10/) - Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Jonathan Simon Council Ward 17 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. I believe that City Council must closely examine traffic laws as it relates to bicycles, pedestrians and vehicles to ensure that the - [Ward 13 - Joe Gigante Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-13-joe-gigante-responses/2013/10/) - Bike Cleveland Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Joe Gigante Council Ward 13 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. In each ward signs for safety, bike signs in the street, I think if we could have bike lanes. See - [Ward 3 - Joe Cimperman Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-3-joe-cimperman-responses/2013/10/) - Bike Cleveland Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Joe Cimperman Council Ward 3 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. 3 things- 1 Education for motorists and bicyclists about the bicyclist safety and laws, keeping the conversation constant 2- Passing - [Ward 10 - Jeff Johnson Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-10-jeff-johnson-responses/2013/10/) - Bike Cleveland Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Jeff Johnson Council Ward 10 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. Pass local pro-biking laws. Lead public campaign to raise public awareness to accept biking as an acceptable part of our - [Ward 11 - Dona Brady Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-11-dona-brad-responses/2013/10/) - Bike Cleveland Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Dona Brady Council Ward 11 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. I think the city should continue to install bike lanes. In addition, I think that both drivers and cyclists need - [Ward 13 - Carrie Kurutz Responses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/ward-13-carrie-kurutz-responses/2013/10/) - Cleveland City Council Candidate Questionnaire Candidate Name: Carrie Kurutz Council Ward 3 Candidate Q. What roles do you think city council can play in making cities safe, accessible and friendly for biking? A. One-way protected cycle tracks that use a variety of methods for physical protection from passing traffic have been a priority of mine - [Cranksgiving Cleveland - Saturday, November 23](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cranksgiving-cleveland-saturday-november-23/2013/10/) - Join the Northeast Ohio cycling community in raising more than $2,000 in food to provide meals to disadvantaged families in Cleveland that may not have one during the Thanksgiving season. Here's how: 1) Be a part of Cleveland's second annual Cranksgiving at West Park Station, 17015 Lorain Avenue on Saturday, November 23 (time TBA). Cranksgiving - [Lakewood and Cleveland Heights get BFC Award](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/lakewood-and-cleveland-heights-get-bfc-award/2013/10/) - The League of American Bicyclists officially announced its latest round of Bicycle Friendly Communities and we are excited to announce that two Greater Cleveland communities were recognized. Cleveland Heights and Lakewood both were recognized with a bronze level designation. The designation recognizes the work each city has done to be friendlier to people on bikes. Projects that - [Great Cleveland Bike Pull - REGISTER NOW](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/great-cleveland-bike-pull/2013/09/) - In the Great Cleveland Bike Pull teams of cyclists (consisting of 2,4 or 6 people) will compete against the clock and each other by pulling a motor vehicle along a measured course. The fastest time wins. You've heard of tractor pulls, or maybe seen them on TV? It's a little like that. Except that you - [RTA Driver Training](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/projects/rta-driver-training/2013/07/) - Bike Cleveland and the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority are working together to improve the interactions between bikes and buses. As RTA trains its drivers on their policies for operating safely around bicycles, Bike Cleveland is working with their training staff to address common concerns expressed by cyclists, and identify ways to enhance their training - [Detroit Avenue - Guerrilla Bike Lane Response](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/detroit-avenue-guerrilla-bike-lanes/2013/08/) - Bike Cleveland was made aware of the actions taken this past weekend via social media to paint "guerrilla bike lanes" on Detroit Avenue. While Bike Cleveland does not endorse "guerrilla striping" we certainly understand the frustration in the community that it shouldn't take a year to install 1.7 miles of bike lanes on Detroit Avenue. Bike - [Kidical Mass @ Herman Park](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/kidical-mass-herman-park/2013/09/) - Join the Near West families Network, Ohio City Bicycle Co-op and Bike Cleveland for Kidical Mass- a fun, safe easy going and law abiding bike ride for families, kids and friends. The ride will meet at Herman Park (W. 58th and Herman) in Detroit Shoreway at 10am on Saturday, September 14th. It will begin with - [Laugh Strong: Tour de Comedy visits Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/laugh-strong-tour-de-comedy-visit-cleveland/2013/08/) - Join Bike Cleveland as we welcome Laugh Strong: Tour de Comedy as they bike their way through Cleveland to amuse us with a night of comedy to help raise money to support the advocacy work of Bike Cleveland. Laugh Strong will be performing in Cleveland at ReddStone (1261 W. 76th St., Cleveland, OH) on Friday, September 13th - [Bike Box Competition](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-box-competition/2013/08/) - Together with LandStudio and Charter One, we are launching a competition to determine a location for the fifth and final Bike Box to be placed in Cuyahoga County. The Bike Box is a repurposed, locally-sourced, shipping container that provides a safe public parking space for cyclists in heavily trafficked areas. Check out all the competition - [Bike Cleveland is hiring a volunteer and outreach coordinator](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-is-hiring-a-volunteer-and-outreach-coordinator/2013/08/) - Organization Summary The mission of Bike Cleveland, founded in 2011, is to build livable communities by promoting all forms of cycling and advocating for the rights and equality of the cycling community. Bike Cleveland aligns its advocacy with social equity and community improvement and strives to embrace the power of a strong engaged membership to - [Ontario Street - Position Statement and Presentation](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/ontario-street-position-statement-and-presentation/2013/08/) - Recently Cuyahoga County repaved Ontario Street and the City of Cleveland requested that Ontario Street be striped with a series of bike treatments ranging from Sharrows from Eagle Ave to Public Square, bus bike lanes through Public Square, and bike lanes north of Public Square to Lakeside. While this treatment honors the Complete Streets law - [Volunteer at the Wild Ride at the Zoo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/disabled/volunteer-at-the-wild-ride-at-the-zoo/2013/08/) - We are looking for a few volunteers to help us table at the Wild Ride at the Zoo on Friday August 16th from 5:30pm-8:30pm. Volunteers will be ambassadors to Bike Cleveland talking about our work, memberships and we may even have a blender bike to make some smoothies. We will provide you all the information - [Volunteer with Bike Cleveland at Pedal to the Point](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/volunteer-with-bike-cleveland-at-pedal-to-the-point/2013/07/) - We are looking for 24 volunteers to represent Bike Cleveland Saturday, August 3rd at Pedal to the Point. Volunteers will staff a water stop for shifts from 8am-4pm in Berlin Heights. If you are able to volunteer fill out this form (check that you are volunteering for "Satruday Reset Stop #4) and send it back - [Cleveland: Bicycle Friendly Community Feedback and Action](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-bicycle-friendly-community-feedback/2013/07/) - In May of 2013 the League of American Bicyclists announced the designation of Cleveland as one of their newest Bicycle Friendly Communities, giving it a bronze designation. This past week the League provided feedback as to why Cleveland has earned the designation. They noted that "...Cleveland exhibits a sustained commitment to cycling. The reviewers felt - [Cleveland gets a bicycle friendly community designation](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-gets-a-bicycle-friendly-community-designation/2013/05/) - \Kicking off National Bike to Work Week, the League of American Bicyclists today announced its latest round of Bicycle Friendly Communities (BFC). Cleveland, Ohio made the list this year receiving a bronze level designation. Read the League of American Bicyclists press release about all the designations this round. It is an exciting time to be - [Complete Streets](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/projects/complete-streets/2013/07/) - Complete streets serve the needs of all users, not just automobiles. In communities that adopt a Complete Streets policy, transportation planners & engineers design and operate their street networks to be safer and better for everyone who uses them. Drivers, transit users, pedestrians, & bicyclists have safe access to the entire right of way, regardless - [Do You Ride a Bike? Mark September 10th and 11th](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/do-you-ride-a-bike-mark-september-10th-and-11th/2011/07/) - Maybe... ...You're the kind of guy who gets out on your wheels when fall turns the Metroparks red, orange and yellow. Or maybe you look longingly at that old Huffy collecting dust in the garage. You might be the kind of girl who counts down the winter days until she can hit the Towpath — - [Bike Cleveland Summit](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-summit/2011/08/) - Cycling advocates have joined forces in a new advocacy organization called Bike Cleveland. Learn about our two-day strategic planning event here. Ever thought you might feel safer riding on the road if you had a bike lane? Wish there were a bike rack outside of your favorite bookstore? Want to feel like you are part - [Freedom on Two Wheels: How Some Locals Live Car-Free in C.L.E.](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/freedom-on-two-wheels-how-some-locals-live-car-free-in-c-l-e/2011/08/) - ALEX NOSSE, OWNER OF JOY MACHINE BIKE SHOP - PHOTO BOB PERKOSKI Article provided by Fresh Water Cleveland. In American culture, cars have long symbolized individual freedom. From the TV ads depicting winding mountain roads to the drag-racing teens in "Rebel Without a Cause," cars have represented free-wheeling liberty since the dawn of modern media. - [Bike-friendly Bridge Modifications Signal Cyclists' Growing Clout](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-friendly-bridge-modifications-signal-cyclists-growing-clout/2011/08/) - Article provided by Fresh Water Cleveland. For more than a year, advocates of multi-modal transportation have lobbied the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) to add bike and pedestrian lanes to the new Innerbelt bridge. They lost that fight, yet ODOT agreed to fund a $6 million renovation of the Lorain-Carnegie bridge. Read more » Bike - [Cleveland in Process of Passing Bike-friendly 'Complete Streets' Legislation](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-in-process-of-passing-bike-friendly-complete-streets-legislation/2011/08/) - Article provided by Fresh Water Cleveland. Cleveland City Council is considering "Complete and Green Streets" legislation that would require all infrastructure and roadway redevelopment projects to be designed, operated and maintained for all users, including pedestrians and cyclists. Read more ». - [New Downtown Bike Station to Offer Parking, Lockers, Showers For Bike Commuters](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/new-downtown-bike-station-to-offer-parking-lockers-showers-for-bike-commuters/2011/08/) - The Bike Rack - Photo Courtesy of ClevelandBikeRack.com Article provided by Fresh Water Cleveland. Although it has faced more delays than a cyclist in a lake-effect snowstorm, the new downtown bike station finally is set to open by mid-August. And when it does, it will be the first of its kind in Ohio. The new - [A weekend full of bicycling events](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/a-weekend-full-of-bicycling-events/2011/08/) - There's a lot to do on two wheels this weekend. Here's what's coming up: • On Thursday, August 11, Phoenix Coffee is hosting The Bike Biz. The event is billed as the first of a series of monthly discussions about different bicycling topics. This month, Renato Pereria-Castillo from Joy Machines Bike Shop will perform a - [Coming up this week](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/coming-up-this-week/2011/08/) - Hopefully you had the chance to learn some new repair skills, discover neighborhoods that may not be familiar to you by bike, ride for charity, or simply get around and have fun on two wheels. If you attended one of the many Cleveland bike events last weekend, please leave a comment and tell us about - [Cleveland Council May Vote on Complete and Green Streets Legislation](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-council-may-vote-on-complete-and-green-streets-legislation/2011/08/) - Article courtesy of Cleveland.com and Plain Dealer reporter Thomas Ott. Cleveland City Council could vote Wednesday on legislation that would require city road projects to take the safety of bicyclists and pedestrians into account. Design would have to be friendly to the environment as well. Read more ». - [Your Bike Weekend](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/your-bike-weekend/2011/08/) - Hey cyclists! There's a lot of bike-related events and activities going on this weekend. Wednesday 2 Wheels & Heels Ladies Bike Night: Local bike hero Crank-Set Rides attracted nearly fifty female cyclists and drew media attention at its 2 Wheels & Heels inaugural ride last month. This month's edition of the ladies-only ride will hit - [Bicycle events coming up](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bicycle-events-coming-up-2/2011/09/) - A number of great cycling events are happening locally this week: Cleveland City Council introduces Complete Streets legislation Cleveland City Council is now considering Complete Streets legislation, which would mandate that every redesigned and reconstructed street in Cleveland include accommodations for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit and incorporate green features. Many cities throughout the United States - [Bicycle events coming up](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bicycle-events-coming-up/2011/09/) - A number of great cycling events are happening locally this week: Cleveland City Council introduces Complete Streets legislation Cleveland City Council is now considering Complete Streets legislation, which would mandate that every redesigned and reconstructed street in Cleveland include accommodations for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit and incorporate green features. Many cities throughout the United States - [Cleveland Passes Complete and Green Streets!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cleveland-passes-complete-and-green-streets/2011/09/) - It is time to Celebrate...Why? On Monday, September 19th Cleveland City Council voted to adopt a Complete and Green Streets Ordinance that will become effective in January of 2012. A “complete street” is a street built to a human scale and not simply an automotive scale. When pedestrians, cyclists, motorists and transit users can safely - [New Bike Coalition Forming in Cleveland: The need is great ](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/new-bike-coalition-forming-in-cleveland-the-need-is-great/2011/09/) - Article provided by Green City Blue Lake. Bike advocacy has been around for years in Greater Cleveland, so why does it feel as though the last few have been so much more energizing? Perhaps it can be attributed to a massive culture shift taking place in America today? Is social media amplifying the cause, giving - [Cleveland's Long Road to Complete Streets](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/clevelands-long-road-to-complete-streets/2011/09/) - This post originally appeared on Streetsblog. Monday night was a big moment for sustainable transportation in Cleveland. With a small group of helmet-toting onlookers in the wings, the City Council finally gave their nod to a complete streets ordinance -- the culmination of more than five years' struggle. This photo shows one of the few - [Bike Cleveland board meeting minutes - September 27, 2011](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-board-meeting-minutes-september-27-2011/2011/11/) - Bike Cleveland will post meeting minutes following approval by the board. That means that, after a meeting is held, the secretary prepares the minutes, then presents them at the following board meeting. One of the first agenda items for each meeting is for the board to review the record of the previous meeting, offer feedback, - [Bike Cleveland Wins a $60,000 Grant from the Gund Foundation!!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-wins-a-60000-grant-from-the-gund-foundation/2011/11/) - More good news for Cleveland cyclists: Bike Cleveland has been awarded a $60,000 grant from the Gund Foundation. The grant, our first major award, will make it possible for Bike Cleveland to begin seeking a staff person who will be fully devoted to our mission to advocate for and support Cleveland’s cycling community. The existence - [Sitting in Solidarity...](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/sitting-in-solidarity-2/2011/11/) - This past week, many cyclists sat in solidarity with the parents of Sylvia Bingham during the trial of Herschel Roberts, the truck driver who was ultimately found guilty of aggravated vehicular homicide in the death of Ms. Bingham. Over the past two years, we have come to know Francoise Blusseau and Stephen Bingham and have - [A Bike Cleveland Update](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/a-bike-cleveland-update/2011/11/) - I want to start by thanking all 125+ participants who gave their time and energy at the Bike Cleveland Summit back in September. As a participant you did something mighty. You gave birth to an organization that will be a force for positive change for cycling in our region. If you were unable to attend - [Sitting in Solidarity](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/sitting-in-solidarity/2011/11/) - Bicycle and pedestrian connections to Cleveland's lakefront are in jeopardy. The City of Cleveland and the Ohio Department of Transportation are discussing ways to cut-costs on the West Shoreway project, and the multi-purpose trail along the lakefront is on the choppipng block. Bike Cleveland is encouraging you to attend a public meeting to hear about - [Strategic Planning Success Leads to New Advocacy Organization in Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/strategic-planning-success-leads-to-new-advocacy-organization-in-cleveland/2011/11/) - This post originally appeared on the Alliance for Biking and Walking's blog. The very first issue of the Bike Cleveland News thanked the more than 125 participants who attended a two-day Strategic Planning Summit in September: “As a participant you did something mighty. You gave birth to an organization that will be a force for - [Cycling enthusiasts plan bicycle track on former Cleveland hospital site](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/cycling-enthusiasts-plan-bicycle-track-on-former-cleveland-hospital-site/2011/11/) - This story originally appeared in the Plain Dealer by reporter Thomas Ott. A group of cycling enthusiasts plans to open a banked oval bicycle track next year on the former site of St. Michael Hospital in Cleveland. The nonprofit Fast Track Cycling Inc. hopes the track eventually will grow into an $7.5 million complex that - [West Shoreway Meeting in Columbus](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/west-shoreway-meeting-in-columbus/2012/12/) - A coalition from the City of Cleveland, Bike Cleveland, three Cleveland west side neighborhood community development corporations - Ohio City, Inc, Detroit Shoreway Community Development Organization and Cudell Improvement - and Neighborhood Progress, Inc. will be traveling to Columbus on Thursday, December 15 for a 10:00 a.m.Ohio Department of Transportation (1980 W. Broad Street, Columbus - [Bike Cleveland board meeting minutes are online](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-board-meeting-minutes-are-online/2011/12/) - Did you know that you can read the minutes from Bike Cleveland board meetings online? Minutes from the October and November board meetings are on the Board of Directors page of our website. Please note that there will always be a brief lag between when meetings take place and when minutes are posted. This is - [Bike Cleveland is Hiring](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-is-hiring/2011/12/) - Thanks to funding from the George Gund Foundation, Bike Cleveland is seeking an inaugural Executive Director. The Executive Director is responsible implementing the vision of the organization as defined by the Board of Directors and the Mission, Principles, and Goals of Bike Cleveland. This includes managing and implementing programs, policies and procedures, and services, providing - [Bike Cleveland Announces First ED](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-announces-first-ed/2012/02/) - The Bike Cleveland Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Jacob VanSickle as the organization's first Executive Director. For the past four years, Mr. VanSickle has served as the Active Living Coordinator for Slavic Village Development where he guided efforts to strengthen neighborhoods through programs promoting cycling and walking. He has also - [Write ODOT in Support of the West Shoreway](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/write-odot-in-support-of-the-west-shoreway/2012/02/) - Bike Cleveland and the City of Cleveland encourage cyclists to email or write the Ohio’s “Transportation Review Advisory Council” to express your support for the West Shoreway project. Here is a snap shot of the West Shoreway project- What is the West Shoreway project? The West Shoreway project (“Lakefront West”) will transform a 2½-mile freeway-style - [Bikes, Beers, and Dan: A Bike Cleveland Social](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bikes-beers-and-dan-a-bike-cleveland-social/2012/03/) - Bike Cleveland and On the Edge Films, will be bringing in national speaker Dan Austin for its first ever Bike Cleveland Social. The social will take place on Wednesday April, 11th at 6pm at Market Garden Brewery. Bikes, Brews, and Dan: a Bike Cleveland social will be held at Market Garden Brewery (1947 W. 25th - [Bike Cleveland: An Update](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bike-cleveland-an-update/2012/05/) - Six months ago, Bike Cleveland gathered over 200 people in a banquet room in the Flats with wide windows that offer sightlines across the Cuyahoga onto antique riverside architecture, and bikes were on everyone's mind. The room was full of people from all over the region, and we were well into the second day of - [2012 Cleveland Bike Challenge](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/2012-cleveland-bike-challenge/2012/03/) - Start your pedals, Cleveland- The 2012 Cleveland Bike Challenge is on! The goal: log 100,000 miles this summer on our bikes. The Challenge is simple: Sign up as an individual or as a team, log your miles, share your stories and encourage others to join you. Teams and individuals compete against others locally and nationally. - [Pedaling Art: A celebration of bicycling art and culture](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/pedaling-art-a-celebration-of-bicycling-art-and-culture/2012/04/) - Ohio City Bicycle Co-op presents the second annual exhibit Pedaling Art, a celebration of bicycle art and culture, May 18 through May 26. The fundraiser exhibition includes visual art in a variety of media, as well as wearable art and crafts, all of which are made from recycled bike parts or have a bike focus. - [Kerruish Park Ribbon Cutting and Festivities](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/kerruish-park-ribbon-cutting-and-festivities/2012/05/) - The asphalt is laid and the ribbon is ready to be cut. Join city leaders, neighborhood residents, and bike advocates for the ribbon cutting of Cleveland's newest trail, the Kerruish Park Walking Trail. The ceremony will take place on Saturday May 12th at 2pm. Following the ceremony there will be a family friendly bike ride - [Pajama Party Night Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/pajama-party-night-ride/2012/05/) - Century Cycles is putting the old-fashioned slumber party on two wheels for its 3rd Annual Pajama Party Night Ride on the Towpath Trail on Saturday, May 19, at 7 p.m. at the Century Cycles store in Peninsula (1621 Main Street/Route 303). The nighttime bicycle ride in bedtime clothes is in celebration of Cleveland Bicycle Month - [Ride of Silence](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/ride-of-silence/2012/05/) - On Wednesday May 16th at 5:30pm Cleveland cyclists will join others across the globe in a silent slow-paced ride in honor of those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roadways. The purpose of the ride is: To HONOR those who have been injured or killed To RAISE AWARENESS that we are - [Pop Up Pearl on May 19th](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/pop-up-pearl-on-may-19th/2012/05/) - Old Brooklyn’s historic downtown district will get a boost on Saturday, May 19th, when Pop UP Pearl returns for its second year. The event will be even bigger this year with many more shops and street vendors plus live musical entertainment and lots of food! It will start at noon and run until dusk. Pop - [St. Paul's Community Church Bike Fix-a-thon & Light Giveaway](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/st-pauls-community-church-bike-fix-a-thon-light-giveaway/2012/05/) - This event is geared towards low-income adult cyclists who bike out of financial necessity ("necessity cyclists"). We will be giving away and installing light sets, as well as offering minor repairs on bicycles. There will be a few used, ready-to-ride bicycles raffled off to those who come without bikes. WHERE: St. Paul's Community Church (4427 - [Towpath Trail and Steel Heritage Center News](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/towpath-trail-and-steel-heritage-center-news/2012/05/) - On Friday, May 25 between 1and 2 p.m., Cleveland Metroparks will preview new exhibits installed in the ArcelorMittal Steel Heritage Center and the long-awaited connection trail from Harvard Road to Steelyard Commons Shopping Center. This link makes the Towpath Trail continuous from Akron to the Tremont neighborhood in Cleveland. The Steel Heritage Center was made - [Mountain Road Dream Bike Auction](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/mountain-road-dream-bike-auction/2012/05/) - Mountain Road Cycles and their amazing suppliers have teamed up to create a one of a kind Dream Bike. This bike is being auctioned off with all proceeds going to the victims of the Chardon High School Tragic Shooting. Listing will go live on Ebay on May 15 and last for 10 Days. On that - [OCBC is hiring! Bike Mechanic needed!](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/ocbc-is-hiring-bike-mechanic-needed/2012/05/) - The Ohio City Bicycle Co-op (ohiocitycycles.org) needs more help to repair donated, used bikes for our education programs and retail sales. We are seeking bike mechanics with at lease 2 seasons of professional bike shop repair experience for part- or full-time employment; at competitive pay, full health benefits (if full-time, after 30 days), flexible hours, - [Bicycle Transportation Safety Ordinances](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bicycle-transportation-safety-ordinances/2012/05/) - Bike Cleveland has been advocating with Cleveland City Council to pass a series of policies that will protect cyclists on the road, one of which requires motorists to give cyclists 3-feet on the road (commercial vehicles would be required to give 6-feet). The legislation for these ordinances was introduced on Monday, May 7th and is - [Royalview Mountain Bike Expo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/royalview-mountain-bike-expo/2012/06/) - Reposted from CAMBA.us and CleMetParks.com. Help celebrate the opening of the Royalview Mountain Bike trail. Participate in skills clinics, beginner’s rides, bike demos, introductory bike maintenance classes, hourly group rides and a kid’s skill course. Bring your own bike and helmets are required for participants. Most activities are ages 8 & up. CAMBA members have - [Burning River Rides](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/burning-river-rides/2012/07/) - Bike Cleveland volunteers have put together two rides this weekend focused on Cleveland's rise towards a green city on a blue lake. On Saturday, July 21st at 4:30PM, Bike Cleveland volunteers will host a short ride around several west side neighborhoods to highlight local sustainability projects, and with some luck run into some Garden Walkers. - [ODOT Access Ohio Survey- Provide your input](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/odot-access-ohio-survey-provide-your-input/2012/07/) - The Ohio Department of Transportation is updating their long range transportation plan. Make sure biking is included in their plan by completing their Access 2040 Survey. Let them know that you support a transportation system that allows you to safely and efficiently get around by bike, foot, and public transit. Complete their survey here and - [Beach 2 Beach Ride](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/beach-2-beach-ride/2012/07/) - Join Bike Cleveland as we appreciate and take advantage of our wonderful lakefront on the first ever Beach 2 Beach Ride. The day will begin at 3pm with a volunteer beach clean-up at Edgewater State Park with the Friends of Edgewater Statepark and Drink Local Drink Tap followed. Meet at the Honey Hut Pavilion. Following - [Bikes, Brunch and a Movie](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/bikes-brunch-and-a-movie/2012/08/) - Bike Cleveland will help wrap up Playhouse Square's Cinema at the Square series on August 19th by hosting an afternoon bike ride to Playhouse Square to see Mary Poppins. Start your afternoon at Market Garden (1947 W. 25th.), where an area will be reserved for cyclists to socialize and enjoy a delicious brunch from 11am-1pm. - [Glenville Bike Fix-a-Thon](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/glenville-bike-fix-a-thon-2/2012/08/) - Join Bike Cleveland, Famicos Foundation, University Circle Inc., Ohio City Bicycle Co-op, and Joy Machines Bike Shop for a FREE adult bicycle Fix-a-thon in the Glenville/University Circle neighborhood. Mechanics will be on hand to help cyclists with minor repairs that will ensure bikes are in safe, working condition and are ready to ride. University Circle - [Knocked Out of the Top 50](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/knocked-out-of-the-top-50/2012/08/) - In 2011 Cleveland graced Bicycling Magazines list of the 50 most bicycle-friendly cities, coming in at #39. Despite progress, including the opening of the Cleveland Bike Rack, the passage of the Complete and Green Streets Ordinance, and the addition of sharrows on a few Cleveland streets the city of Cleveland failed to make the list - [Detroit Ave. Bike Lane](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/detroit-ave-bike-lane/2012/08/) - The City of Cleveland is holding a public meeting to present a proposed bike lane on Detroit Avenue from W. 25th Street to Lake Avenue. Come see the proposed design and provide feedback and support. The meeting will take place in the Reinberger Auditorium of West Side Ecumenical Ministry located at 5209 Detroit Ave. It - [Help police find vehicle involved in cyclist hit and run collision](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/help-police-find-vehicle-involved-in-cyclist-hit-and-run-collision/2012/08/) - Saturday evening (August 25th) there was a collision at the intersection of Clifton Ave. and West Blvd in Cleveland involving 30 year old Elizabeth Deering and a speeding motorist who maliciously fled the scene of the crash. Ms. Deering, who turned 30 a few days ago and is a designer at American Greetings, was on - [NOACA Bike Plan Public Meetings](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/noaca-bike-plan-public-meetings/2012/08/) - As NOACA continues to update it's Regional Bike Plan they are seeking more input from cyclists. Help identify and prioritize gaps in the region’s bikeway network, share your preferred type of bikeway, and help shape NOACA’s planning goals related to bicycling by attending one of the five upcoming public meetings that NOACA has planned across - [Volunteer for Bike Counts](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/volunteer-for-bike-counts/2012/09/) - We need help counting bikes for NOACA's biannual bike count. Volunteers are needed on: Tuesday September 25th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm AND Wednesday September 26th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm -and- Thursday September 27th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm AND Saturday September 29th from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Show the demand for more - [Jeff Mappes Pedaling Revolution - CMNH Explorer Series](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/jeff-mappes-pedaling-revolution-cmnh-explorer-series/2012/09/) - On Friday, September 14th at 7:30pm, as part of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History's Explorer Series, cyclist, political journalist and author of Pedaling Revolution Jeff Mappes will be speaking about the biking revolution he is seeing around the country. In Cleveland he will talk about how the growth of the cycling movement (like the - [Happy Birthday, Bike Cleveland](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/happy-birthday-bike-cleveland/2012/09/) - HAPPY BIRTHDAY BIKE CLEVELAND! One year ago this September, 125 bicycle advocates, business leaders, and community residents gathered at Windows on the River in the Flats of Cleveland with one mission: to develop a strategy for making our region more bike-friendly. At that gathering, known as the Bike Cleveland Summit (which was facilitated by the - [PD Editorial Board: Four Wheels Good, Two Wheels Better](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/pd-editorial-board-four-wheels-good-two-wheels-better/2012/09/) - Buffered bike lanes, like this one in Austin Texas, are the new standard in creating stress-free bikeway networks. Chicago is installing 100 miles in just 4 years. The Cleveland Plain Dealer editorial board agrees that the city could do more to make cycling in the city less stressful and more safe. The welcome zeitgeist of - [What's your favorite bike ride?](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-cle/news/whats-your-favorite-bike-ride/2012/09/) - The Cleveland Metroparks is building a route finder app for the Greater Cleveland area to help users identify and use trails and bikeable roads in the region both for transportation and recreation. Cleveland Metroparks is interested in getting GPS traces and other representations of favored commute routes and recreational rides in order to "feed" the ## Pages - [Home](https://www.bikecleveland.org/) - Working For Safe Streets - [Neighborhood Greenways](https://www.bikecleveland.org/neighborhood-greenways/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Action Alerts](https://www.bikecleveland.org/action-alerts/) - Action Alerts Here are our current action alerts. The best way to help transform City streets is to add your own voice and get involved. Sign-up to get action alerts about policies and projects that improve safety for people biking and walking right in your email or via text message. Become an advocate for safe streets today! Action - [Getting Around by Bike](https://www.bikecleveland.org/resources/getting-around-bike/) - Whether you ride a bike everyday or are interested in getting back into it for commuting or recreation we have some education resources for you. We can help you find your way through Cleveland with some maps and guides, there is information on how to integrate your bike ride with public transport, and links to - [2026 Fundo Rider Info](https://www.bikecleveland.org/fundoinfo/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [2026 Bike Cleveland Fundo](https://www.bikecleveland.org/events/fundo/) - Become a Volunteer! Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. LEARN MORE Come Tour Cleveland on Fantastic, Fully Supported Bicycle Routes Registration is OPEN! The 12th Anniversary Bike Cleveland Fundo p/b Knabe Law Firm returns for riders on Saturday, August 22nd! This annual ride promises a - [Bike Walk West Park](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-walk-west-park/) - Bike Walk West Park About West Park Better Streets Committee The West Park Better Streets Committee was started in 2022 to promote active transportation and advocate for better infrastructure for people biking and walking in the neighborhood. Since then, they have met monthly to discuss issues and push forward projects. West Park Neighborhood Bikes Rides: - [Biking in Cleveland Guide](https://www.bikecleveland.org/biking-guide/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Staff & Board](https://www.bikecleveland.org/about/staff-board/) - OUR STAFF Jacob VanSickle, Executive Director Expand Jacob has served as the executive director of Bike Cleveland since February of 2012. An alumnus of Spring Arbor University where he earned a degree in sociology with a concentration in community development, Jacob is now a passionate Cleveland transplant. Prior to becoming director of Bike Cleveland Jacob - [Sponsors & Supporters](https://www.bikecleveland.org/about/sponsors-supporters/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Contact Us](https://www.bikecleveland.org/about/contact-us/) - Phone: 216-BIKE-101 (216-245-3101) Email General questions: info@bikecleveland.org Staff emails can be found on our Staff & Board page. Social Mailing Address: Bike Cleveland 1900 Superior Ave, Suite 120 Cleveland, OH 44114 Office Address: 1900 Superior Ave, Suite 120 Cleveland, OH 44114 Our offices are located inside the Tower Press Building. Entrance is accessible from Superior Avenue - [Better Streets Committees](https://www.bikecleveland.org/our-work/better-streets-committees/) - DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle shall pass to the left at a safe distance and shall not again drive to the right until safely clear of the overtaken vehicle. When a motor vehicle overtakes and passes a bicycle, three feet or greater is considered a - [About](https://www.bikecleveland.org/about/) - Become a Volunteer! Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. LEARN MORE DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle shall pass to the left at a safe distance and shall not again drive to the right until - [Bike Parma](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-parma/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Education](https://www.bikecleveland.org/education-2/) - Want to feel more comfortable riding? Bike Cleveland offers a wide range of classes, programs, and events for adults, youth, neighborhood leaders, and transportation professionals. Explore our offerings below and if you have any questions email Diana Hildebrand at Diana@bikecleveland.org. Explore Our Education Section Education Classes & News In class and on-bike instruction for new and - [Cycling Education](https://www.bikecleveland.org/education/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Bike Education Classes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-education-classes/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Bike Rocky River](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bike-rocky-river/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Local Chapters](https://www.bikecleveland.org/about/local-chapters/) - Bike Cleveland works on behalf of cyclists across Greater Cleveland. But we can't do it alone, and we can't be everywhere -- we need local advocates to help us reach more people in the region at large! To address this, we have created a chapter program for others to leverage us as a parent organization. As - [Bike Solon](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bikesolon/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Donate](https://www.bikecleveland.org/donate/) - We can only achieve our mission with the generous support of people like you. Your donation will increase our capability to give voice to the priorities of the bicycling community, and provide the needed funds to support our advocacy campaigns. By making a donation you are directly funding the work it takes to advocate for bicycling - [World Day of Remembrance](https://www.bikecleveland.org/wdor/) - What is World Day of Remembrance? The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims (WDR) is commemorated on the third Sunday of November each year. It is a high-profile global event to remember the many millions who have been killed and seriously injured on the world's roads and to acknowledge the suffering of all - [Bike & Scooter Share Options](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bikeshare/) - The bike and scooter sharing options in Cleveland change from time to time - it's the the nature of the industry. But choice is good, and having options and easy availability makes moving around car-free convenient. The information on this page can change regularly, and sometimes vendors add in or remove availability. Scooter and bike - [Bike Berea](https://www.bikecleveland.org/berea/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Cycling Events Calendar](https://www.bikecleveland.org/events/cycling-events-calendar/) - Looking for cycling events across Greater Cleveland? This calendar shows Bike Cleveland events as well as other cycling related activities taking place across greater Cleveland. Are you planning a cycling workshop, neighborhood ride, or other cycling activity. Let us know! We will add it. To get your cycling event on this calendar by clicking here - [Bike Shops & Riding Clubs](https://www.bikecleveland.org/resources/bike-shops-and-clubs/) - Greater Cleveland has a growing culture of cycling. From amazing local bike shops, well organized clubs, regionally competitive teams, and world class facilities; if you're into bikes, there is something for you. Check out the links below and get involved! Local Bike Shops View Cleveland Area Bike Shops in a larger map. Please remember to - [NEO Families for Safe Streets](https://www.bikecleveland.org/fss/) - About Families for Safe Streets Northeast Ohio Families for Safe Streets (NEO FSS) is a group for people who have lost loved ones or who have been injured in a crash by aggressive, reckless, or careless driving, which is often behavior enabled by dangerous street design. The group is designed to provide a community of - [Bikes and The Law](https://www.bikecleveland.org/resources/bikes-and-the-law/) - This page serves as a resource where you can find some common laws, best practices, and legal contacts when the worst happens and you're involved in an incident. We are lucky here to have two passionate and experienced lawyers as supporters who not only work hard on a daily basis to advocate on the behalf - [2025 Fundo Routes](https://www.bikecleveland.org/fundoroutes/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions](https://www.bikecleveland.org/about/privacy-policy-and-terms-and-conditions/) - Text messaging terms and conditions By opting in to receive text messages from Bike Cleveland, you agree to receive occasional updates, alerts, and event notifications related to our advocacy work, campaigns, and programs promoting safe streets and biking in Greater Cleveland. What to Expect:Messages may include but are not limited to: Action alerts about local - [GardenWalk](https://www.bikecleveland.org/gardenwalk/) - Join a Better Streets Committee! To support and empower Cleveland residents to improve the safety, comfort, and accessibility of our streets, Bike Cleveland's neighborhood committees advance hyper-local infrastructure and promote alternative transportation. These committees will be made up of resident volunteers who are passionate about improving the infrastructure in their neighborhoods. JOIN A COMMITTEE DID - [Memorial Bridges Loop Trail](https://www.bikecleveland.org/memorial-bridges-loop/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Cleveland Transportation Academy](https://www.bikecleveland.org/clevelandtransportationacademy/) - Join a Better Streets Committee! To support and empower Cleveland residents to improve the safety, comfort, and accessibility of our streets, Bike Cleveland's neighborhood committees advance hyper-local infrastructure and promote alternative transportation. These committees will be made up of resident volunteers who are passionate about improving the infrastructure in their neighborhoods. JOIN A COMMITTEE DID - [Getting Around by Bike (CPL)](https://www.bikecleveland.org/gettingaround/) - Whether you ride a bike everyday or are interested in getting back into it for commuting or recreation we have some education resources for you. We can help you find your way through Cleveland with some maps and guides, there is information on how to integrate your bike ride with public transport, and links to - [Memorial Bridges Loop](https://www.bikecleveland.org/__trashed/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED In 2018 the Leadership Cleveland's class of LC2 Fellows worked to improve the region's quality - [Events](https://www.bikecleveland.org/events/) - Bike Cleveland Events Looking for cycling events across Greater Cleveland? We keep a calendar full of our events plus local and regional bike-centric opportunities. VIEW CALENDAR Looking to add your event to the calendar? Planning a cycling workshop, neighborhood ride, or other cycling activity. Let us know! SUBMIT AN EVENT - [Financial Information](https://www.bikecleveland.org/about/financial-information/) - 2016 IRS Form 990 2017 IRS Form 990 2018 IRS Form 990 2019 IRS Form 990 2020 IRS Form 990 2021 IRS Form 990 2022 IRS Form 990 2023 IRS Form 990 2024 IRS Form 990 - [Bike Lakewood](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bikelakewood/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Cleveland International Film Festival](https://www.bikecleveland.org/ciff/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Outcomes & Impact](https://www.bikecleveland.org/about/outcomes-impact/) - Become a Member! Membership comes with a number of benefits including discounts at our events and at local businesses. LEARN MORE DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle shall pass to the left at a safe distance and shall not again drive to the right until safely - [Bicycle Parking Map](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bicycle-parking-map/) - Please note: This map gathers the most up-to-date info before displaying, so expect a short delay. If a bike rack you use is not noted on this map, please contact jason@bikecleveland.org to have it added. - [Bike Theft Prevention](https://www.bikecleveland.org/resources/bike-theft-prevention/) - How to lock your bike: Nothing ruins your ride faster than having your bike stolen. Here are some steps you can take to seriously reduce the likelihood of that happening - Use a U-lock. Cable locks can be cut more easily than you might think. Cheaper and older U-locks can often be broken without any tools. Sourcing your - [Custom Education Programs](https://www.bikecleveland.org/custom-education-programs/) - Custom Education Programs Bike Cleveland offers custom education programs for businesses, schools and organizations. Whether you're a business looking to become more bike friendly, a school looking to teach your students how to bike safely, or a community that wants to provide residents education on how to get around your city by bike we have - [Report a Hazard or Close Call](https://www.bikecleveland.org/reportit/) - Report a Hazard As we work to make our streets safe for people of all ages and abilities to bike and walk, we need your help reporting road hazards and close calls (as in, you are almost in a crash with another road user) that you experience while biking, walking or even driving. People on - [Membership](https://www.bikecleveland.org/member/) - Join or Renew Your Membership Our goal is to develop a truly bicycle friendly region. We understand that when you build cities for people, not cars, you create places people want to live and spend time in. Your membership helps increase our political clout, gives voice to the priorities of the bicycle and pedestrian community, and - [Volunteer](https://www.bikecleveland.org/volunteer/) - There are lots of different ways to volunteer for Bike Cleveland. Whether you enjoy being outdoors, helping out in the office, tabling at community events, organizing bike rides or have specialized skills like writing and graphic design, we need your help. We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and - [Get Involved](https://www.bikecleveland.org/get-involved/) - Get involved with Bike Cleveland and help advance safe streets in our community. You can make a difference by volunteering your time, donating to support our advocacy efforts, or joining as a Bike Cleveland member. Together, we can create a safer and more accessible environment for cyclists in Greater Cleveland. Explore Get Involved Section Donate - [Bicycle Friendly Businesses](https://www.bikecleveland.org/our-work/bicycle-friendly-business/) - Bicycles are good for business, good for Cleveland, and good for you! It's no coincidence that business districts with excellent bicycle infrastructure are also some of the most financially successful and least vacant. Businesses thrive when people feel comfortable enough to bike up, lock up, and walk in. This is especially true for employers who - [Bike Safety Awareness](https://www.bikecleveland.org/our-work/bike-safety-awareness/) - We're all drivers Bike Cleveland launched a public awareness campaign titled "We're All Drivers" back in 2015 where we aimed to show that cyclists are more than perceived obstructions to impatient motorists. Cyclists come from all walks of life, and are people in your community you know and respect. We aimed to create a more - [Bicycle Friendly Community](https://www.bikecleveland.org/resources/bicycle-friendly-community/) - What is a Bicycle Friendly Community? A community recognized by The League of American Bicyclists as a BFC℠ is one that welcomes cyclists with trails, bike lanes, share the road campaigns, organized rides, Bike to Work Day events and more. A rich matrix of options that recognizes your area's unique resources, the BFC application evaluates - [Resources](https://www.bikecleveland.org/resources/) - Welcome to Bike Cleveland's Resources page. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, we've curated a collection of resources to enhance your biking experience around Cleveland. Explore our resources for invaluable tips on bike safety, connect with bike-friendly businesses that support our cycling culture, report hazards to keep our streets safe, and discover - [Vision Zero](https://www.bikecleveland.org/visionzero/) - DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle shall pass to the left at a safe distance and shall not again drive to the right until safely clear of the overtaken vehicle. When a motor vehicle overtakes and passes a bicycle, three feet or greater is considered a - [DIY Complete Streets](https://www.bikecleveland.org/streetprojects/) - DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle shall pass to the left at a safe distance and shall not again drive to the right until safely clear of the overtaken vehicle. When a motor vehicle overtakes and passes a bicycle, three feet or greater is considered a - [Advocacy](https://www.bikecleveland.org/advocacy/) - Advocacy is the heart of our work. This is where we ask you to take action in support of safe streets. Below you will find tools to identify your legislators, our current action alerts, and groups to get connected with to support safe streets. Explore Our Advocacy Section Action Alerts Here are our current action - [Strategic Vision](https://www.bikecleveland.org/about/mission/) - Join us on this exciting journey! Donate now and be a part of the movement that's pedaling towards a brighter future. MAKE A DONATION Our Strategic Priority Areas Our overall goal is to increase the number of people who bike, walk, and access public transit safely throughout Greater Cleveland. To accomplish this goal, we will - [Our History](https://www.bikecleveland.org/about/history/) - Prior to Bike Cleveland's establishment, bicycle advocacy was a fragmented affair shared among multiple groups. In November 2009, these groups gathered for a meeting at the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) to discuss the need for a stronger advocacy voice in Cleveland. A month later the George Gund Foundation committed money to fund a community based input process - [Explore Cleveland By Bike](https://www.bikecleveland.org/explore/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Bike Euclid](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bikeeuclid/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Bike Brecksville-Broadview Heights](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bikebrecksville/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Bike Parking](https://www.bikecleveland.org/resources/bike-parking/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Youth Bike Education Resources](https://www.bikecleveland.org/youth-bike-education/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Youth Education Programs](https://www.bikecleveland.org/youth-education-programs/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [How We Roll - Bike Education](https://www.bikecleveland.org/how-we-roll/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Report a Stolen Bike](https://www.bikecleveland.org/resources/bike-theft-prevention/report-a-stolen-bike/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Stolen Bike Listings](https://www.bikecleveland.org/resources/bike-theft-prevention/stolen-bike-listings/) - Become a Volunteer! We have a very small staff, so our power comes from members, volunteers, and cyclists just like you. Make a difference in your local community by giving us a bit of your time each year. GET INVOLVED DID YOU KNOW? 3 Foot Passing Law "The operator of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle - [Bike Cleveland Book Club](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bookclub/) - We know the cold winter months in Cleveland can be difficult, especially for people like us who depend on our bicycles for joy, friendship, and sanity. This winter, Bike Cleveland will be hosting a monthly book club to keep our minds busy & to build our community! Our book club will be great for people - [Cuyahoga County Votes - 2022 County Executive & Council Questionnaire](https://www.bikecleveland.org/cuyavotes/) - To access Bike Cleveland and Clevelanders for Public Transit's candidate questionnaire When completing the survey you will need your unique identity code. If you do not have your code, please email jenna@bikecleveland.org to request one. We ask you to complete this questionnaire by April 4th. Beginning April 5th, we will share responses on our respective - [2021 Cleveland Election - Candidate Questionnaire](https://www.bikecleveland.org/clevotes/) - To access Bike Cleveland and Clevelanders for Public Transit's candidate questionnaire When completing the survey you will need you unique identity code. If you do not have your code email jacob@bikecleveland.org to request one. We ask you to complete this questionnaire by August 1st. Beginning August 2nd we will share responses on our respective organizational - [10 Year Anniversary](https://www.bikecleveland.org/10years/) - Bike Cleveland set out ten years ago with a bold vision for our region—in which biking, walking and access to public transit are convenient, safe, used by many and a source of pride. We envisioned a network of well-designed bikeways and walkways allowing all people to safely navigate our communities. Ten years into this journey, - [Shop](https://bike-cleveland-shop.square.site/#new_tab) - Good news! We've moved to a more user friendly shop. Get your Bike Cleveland gear at our new shop at Bike-Cleveland-Shop.Square.Site/ - ["We're All Drivers" Public Awareness Campaign](https://www.bikecleveland.org/alldrivers/) - In an effort to humanize cycling, the “We’re All Drivers” campaign highlights that people on bikes come from all walks of life and they deserve the same courtesy and respect on the road as they do anywhere else. Bicycles are legal road vehicles, and people on bikes are “drivers” subject to the same rules and rights - [Candidate Questionnaire and Active Transportation Vision](https://www.bikecleveland.org/bikevote/) - Biking and walking are political issues. When you choose to get around by foot or by bike, you are addressing critically important issues: personal health, air quality, oil dependence, economics, infrastructure, and safety. Each election cycle, we want to make sure that candidates understand issues that are important to constituents. 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