May 2023 Mobility and Access Coalition (MAC) Agenda and Newsletter

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Collaborating for Equitable Transportation Options to
Empower People of All Ages & Abilities

 Monthly Newsletter

Mobility & Access Coalition meetings are virtual, 2nd Monday of the Month

 

Please note: We will be adjusting when the MAC newsletter is sent out to better reflect updates that emerge from the MAC meetings. Moving forward, these newsletters will provide a summary of the meeting and be sent out the week following the MAC meeting. Thank you for your patience!

Summary from May's Meeting

Hi everyone! Thank you to all who were able to attend out first in person meeting in a long time! It was great to see you all! We had a great conversation and discussion on upcoming events and projects and thank you so much for everyone's participation in our membership & goal setting brainstorming.

To access the recorded meetings, check out M4A's Youtube Channel!

Next meeting: June 12, 2023 (Virtual Only)

To Register in Advance: https://boco.org/MACMeeting 

To Join the Mobility and Access Coalition Email List, Contact:  mobilityforall@bouldercounty.org

 

It is Boulder County policy to make county programs, meetings, activities, and services accessible to individuals with disabilities, according to the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special assistance, contact the ADA Coordinator at 303-441-3525 at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.
Events

All Month Long

National Bike Month

Mental Health Awareness Month

May 6th: Cinco de Mayo, Longmont

May 13: Longmont YMCA Bike Giveaway

May 14: Viva Streets Denver

May 15-21: Bike to Work Week

May 19: National Bike to Work Day

May 31: Lyons Resource Fair

All June

Boulder Walk and Bike Month

June 13: BCycle Lunch & Learn

June 17: Erie Bike Rodeo
Human Stories

ICYMI: M4A Outreach Highlight

Bike Workshop

Mobility for All and Community Cycles successfully held our first Earn-A-Bike Workshop with Boulder County Housing Authority (BCHA) residents! We had 16 pre-registered attendees over two weekends complete a workshop and get set up with their own bikes. This is perfectly timed for summer and getting folks sustainable, active ways of commuting to work, school, or anywhere else!

RTD Fare Restructuring is En Route!

Through a systemwide fare study and equity analysis, RTD is recommending changes to its fare structure and programs that would lower fares for all customers, simplify fare choices, increase discounts and provide free transit for youth ages 19 and younger.

Learn more about these changes by exploring the fare feedback website, participating in a virtual public hearing or attending an in-person open house. Share your opinion about how the fare changes will impact you by submitting a public comment by May 22. Register for an event or learn more about how to get involved here.

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Check out Safe Routes Lending Library

 

The Safe Routes Lending Library offers educational transportation safety resources that are free to borrow for your one-time or short term events. Safe walking and biking resources are provided in both English and Spanish. The Lending Library aims to help local partners increase their capacity to promote and encourage safe walking and biking through events, campaigns, curriculum, and projects. Check out this link for more information!

 

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Get Involved
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Mobility for All is Recruiting Ambassadors!

Mobility for All is seeking volunteer ambassadors to promote multimodal transportation, provide transportation support and assistance, and conduct a series of mobility app workshops, including Google Maps, RTD My Ride, Transit App, Uber, and Lyft, and provide feedback on M4A programs and planning efforts. 

Start breaking down mobility barriers and apply before May 31st!

For more information, head to this link

Application is linked here
Boulder Bcycle E-Bike

Join us for a Lunch and Learn with Boulder BCycle!

When: June 13th 12:00pm-1:00pm

Where: Register on Zoom

Come join us as we learn a bit more about our active transportation options in the Boulder area!

 

RTD's Code of Conduct Changes & Feedback

RTD's Respect the Ride project focuses on providing a safe, convenient, and enjoyable experience for all customers, while also discouraging disruptive or antisocial behaviors. With that, they are revising and proposing changes to their code of conduct to ensure the rules for riders and drivers is clearly stated.

They are seeking community input will be collected Friday, June 2. All submitted feedback will be shared with RTD’s Board of Directors at their Board meeting on June 27.

Head to this link to share your input!

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Boulder County PACE Program Bike Rack Giveaway

While supplies last, Boulder County's PACE program is offering up to four FREE bike racks for qualifying businesses. To get started, fill out this bike rack request form. Visit the PACE website for more information on availability and eligibility requirements.

Reserve your free bike racks while you can! Contact your PACE advisor at info@PACEpartners.com or 303-786-7223 to learn more.
Opportunities Learn and Grow
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Webinars & Trainings:

May 9: NADTC Transportation Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

May 22: 2023 CTAA Mobility Management Forum 

May 24: Active Transportation Luncheon 2023: "Roadways for People"

May-September: JCALL Collaborative Training for Providers Serving Older Adults

Boulder County Area Agency on Aging: Project Visibility Documentary - Creating Inclusive Communities for LGBTQ+ Older Adults

Multiple Dates: Bike Friendly Driver Classes

Grant & Funding Opportunities:

FTA - Public Transportation Emergency Relief Funds

Fort Collins - Multimodality Options for Income Qualified Applicants

 

Job & Volunteer Opportunities:

Want to have a meaningful career giving back to your community? Many of our amazing community partners are hiring for positions that help connect people with transportation resources or provide transportation services. M4A has created a landing page for driving and volunteer opportunities. Check out the opportunities today!

New Postings:

If you have job opportunities that you want featured in this newsletter, email us!
In the News
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Podcasts & Audio Content

News Articles

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Learn about mobility options and resources in our region: 

Boulder County Mobility and Access Coalition's Vision is an equitable transportation network that empowers people of all ages and abilities to move in and beyond the Boulder County community.