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  1. See How Bike-Related Infrastructure Proposals Are Winning In The Voters Booth

    See How Bike-Related Infrastructure Proposals Are Winning In The Voters Booth

    Voters are agreeing to more proposals to add bike lanes and other alternative transportation infrastructures such as bike parking racks, pedestrian walkways and connected pathways

    One of the true indications of serious support for improving bicycling infrastructure such as adding more protected bike lanes, connected paths to different areas and bike parking racks can be seen by the voter support in this past election.

    When a proposition to fund bike infrastructure generates the required number of signatures and is placed on that ballot sheet, then you know there are citizens committed to making their communities better for bicycles.

    Several propositions were on state and city ballots this past election day.

    Most passed.

    That is quite an accomplishment because in many cases, people voted for increases

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  2. May is Bike Month And These Bicycle-Related Statistics Give Bicyclists More Clout Than Ever For Better Infrastructure

    May is Bike Month And These Bicycle-Related Statistics Give Bicyclists More Clout Than Ever For Better Infrastructure

    May is Bike Month. Bicyclists gather in a "Critical Mass" demonstration to show their concern for safe streets and protected bike lanes

    May is Bike Month and the impact of all those bicyclists, bike lanes, bike parking racks, bike share programs, bike accessories and bike trails have given this segment of society enormous clout.

    Bike Month was created by the League of American Bicyclists. Cities all across the US have planned activities such as car-free days and get-togethers to celebrate this month. The number of active bicyclists in every town is increasing.

    Just consider these

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  3. Why Becoming A Bicycle-Friendly Community Is A Great Promotional Tool For Municipalities

    Why Becoming A Bicycle-Friendly Community Is A Great Promotional Tool For Municipalities

    With a record number of bicyclists in America today, it would be wise for cities to seek a "bike friendly" designation by adding more bike lanes and bike parking racks

    Is your city a  bicycle-friendly community with plenty of bike lanes, bike parking racks, and safer streets? It can mean the difference between getting with the times or having people avoid living in your city altogether.

    Bicycle commuting is on the rise. Since 2005, the share of bicycle commuters increased at a national average of 46%, but some states have seen an increase of more than 100%. This is good for everyone, but especially the environment and the health of individuals within the community.

    Bicycle commuters are so passionate about continuing to bike to

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  4. Custom Bike Racks Used by Texas Group as a Strategy to Help Reduce Ozone Levels

    Custom Bike Racks Used by Texas Group as a Strategy to Help Reduce Ozone Levels

    Custom bike racks used by the Central Texas Council of Governments to encourage more bicycle riding and reduce air pollution

    Sometimes a bike parking rack is more than a place to lock a bicycle.

    In the case of the Central Texas Council of Governments, it's one more step toward creating cleaner air in a seven-county area.

    With a grant from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, the CTCOG recently purchased 60 custom bike racks from The Park and Facilities Catalog. These U-shaped, unique bike racks include a custom decal with the organization's air quality logo and an inspirational message: "Do your share for cleaner air."

    A website,

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  5. Guide to Earning LEED Credits for Bicycle Facilities such as Commercial Bike Racks and Bike Rooms

    Guide to Earning LEED Credits for Bicycle Facilities such as Commercial Bike Racks and Bike Rooms

    A couple lock their bikes to commercial bike racks near a facility. Developers can earn LEED credits for adding bicycle parking racks to their apartment or office buildings

    Did you know that you can earn LEED credits for  providing commercial bike racks at your facility?

    LEED is a highly recognized third-party verification program for green buildings—it stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. Its innovations are changing the way people think about planning and constructing buildings. According to the U.S. Green Building Council, an incredible 1.85 million square feet of space is certified daily.

    Property managers, homeowners, CEOs of businesses, and all kinds of people are interested in earning LEED credits with a

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