Advocacy and Infrastructure
Where to donate used or new bicycles or bike accessories in Monterey County
Got bikes? Spare ones you trip over in the garage, or that mostly serve as dust collectors or decorative hangings? Send them out on the bikeways under the pedaling power of those who would otherwise not have a bike. Locks, helmets, and other gear can also be put to good use. Also, knowledgeable cyclists who…
Public Workshops: Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic Trail
Public input solicited Dec 15 in Watsonville (Spanish translation available), and Dec 13 and 14 in Santa Cruz and Davenport. Every step in creating a Monterey Bay multi-use trail from Lovers Point, Pacific Grove to the Santa Cruz-San Mateo County line is worth celebrating–and participating in.
People Power Fundraiser: “Bicycle Dreams” Showing
Our neighbors at People Power will benefit–and you’ll be inspired–by “Bicycle Dreams,” an award-winning documentary about the Race Across America. Monterey Velo Club member Charlie Humphrey and Jennifer Kalich of Salinas both completed this race on behalf of Team Donate Life. Come see what they and others like them experience in this life-changing event.
Blanco Road Bike Lanes: A prime connection between Salinas and the Monterey Peninsula
Class II bike lanes for Blanco Road were approved and funded, challenged, then re-affirmed by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors. Contact Phil or Frank to ride Blanco now, then again later after new lanes are in and see why they matter!
Bike Seaside
Seaside has the highest number of bike commuters in Monterey County. See a gallery of folks out biking in Seaside. And learn how Susan Ragsdale-Cronin and others at a bike-themed Sustainable Seaside meeting are sharing info to improve biking here and throughout the county.
Bike Safety with Frank Henderson
Frank Henderson, a League Cycling Instructor and Hartnell College tutorial and supplemental services instructor, offers bike safety tips in a video interview with Debbie Hale, executive director of the Transportation Agency of Monterey County.