Tag: biking

SANTA MONICA—The city of Santa Monica posted on its Facebook page that it is celebrating a Week Without Driving from Monday, September 30 through Sunday, October 6.

The community is asked to leave their car at home for the week. They can experience the city in new ways, and ride for free with a 7-day bus pass from City of Santa Monica Big Blue Bus.

“Over 2/3 of emissions in Santa Monica come from vehicle transportation. By walking, biking or taking transit, you’re making a direct impact on our air quality and helping to build a greener city!,” the city of Santa Monica stated on social media.

To learn more visit: https://ow.ly/J6jo50TySr0 to claim your free 7-Day BBB pass.

By Trevor

WEST HOLLYWOOD—On May 1, the city of West Hollywood disclosed they would be celebrating National Bike Month in May. According to the city’s website, National Bike Month was established in 1956 and promoted by the League of American Bicyclists, National Bike Month showcases the many benefits of bicycling and encourages more people to give biking a try.

To celebrate Bike to Work Week, West Hollywood, in collaboration with the West Hollywood Bicycle Coalition, will host a pop-up “pit stop” aimed at bicycle commuters on Thursday, May 16, from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. It will take place adjacent to 8743 Santa Monica Boulevard, just east of Hancock Avenue. Cyclists will be allowed to enjoy light refreshments and giveaways, such as free LED safety lights and a limited number of bike helmets.

Information about West Hollywood’s various upcoming bike and pedestrian safety projects will be provided. Community members are asked to follow the City’s mobility and streetscape project pages on the Engage WeHo portal to receive information and updates.

For more details contact Bob Cheung, West Hollywood Senior Transportation Planner, at (323) 848-6346 or at bcheung@weho.org. For people who are Deaf or hard of hearing call TTY (323) 848-6496.

By Trevor