June 2024 Mobility and Access Coalition (MAC) Agenda and Newsletter

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

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Mobility & Access Coalition meetings are virtual, 3rd Tuesday of the Month

Meeting Summary

Thank you to those who attended the MAC meeting this June! Welcome to our new members and a special thanks to our amazing panelists! 

Welcome 

Disability Services Panel Discussion explored innovative strategies, community partnerships, and impactful initiatives that promote inclusivity and accessibility of disability services.

Organizational Updates:

  • Peak to Peak Housing and Human Services Transportation Options, Jessica Villena Sanchez 

New Staff Introductions:

Conclusion

If you missed our June MAC meeting, click here

All of our virtual MAC meetings are posted to M4A's YouTube Channel!

Next MAC Meeting

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

Events

June 26: Summer Bike to Work Day

June 26: Front Range Passenger Rail (FRPR) Service Development Plan Meeting

June 27, July 11 & 18: Summer Concerts in the Park in Louisville

June 29: NoBo Library Grand Opening

June 29: Hygiene Music and Art Festival in Longmont

July 3: Fireworks Show in Erie

July 4: Great American Picnic in Broomfield 

July 4: Longmont Fireworks Show

July 6: Independence Celebration at Four Mile Historic Park in Denver

July 10: Colorado Cross Disability Coalition Listening Tour at CPWD Boulder 

July 12: Tube to Work Day in Boulder

July 19-21: Pearl Street Arts Fest

July 23: Help for the Journey: Caregiver Forum

Check out the M4A calendar for more events and meetings each month! 


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.
Human Stories

Colorado CarShare Announces New Locations! 

Colorado Car Share

Colorado CarShare is excited to announce their newest locations:

  • Boulder - Frasier Meadows on Ponca Place
  • Boulder - 30th & Spruce @ Boulder Junction w/ Boulder Housing partners 
  • Denver - 38th & Blake in the RiNo District
  • Frisco, Summit County - off Main St. & 3rd Ave @ Community Center

Click here to view these and all carshare locations!

ICYMI: M4A Outreach Highlight

On June 5th, the Mobility for All team hosted a Transportation 101 Workshop at the Senior Center in Lafayette. Our amazing M4A ambassadors, Denice and Lisa, also recently led successful workshops in Lafayette. Mobility for All hosts transportation workshops throughout the year in an effort to increase awareness and educate people about the transportation options available to them and how to use them. A big part of our job is empowering people with choices and information so they can make the best decisions for themselves in regard to transportation.

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Get Involved
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Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition Listening Tour

The Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition (CCDC), in collaboration with the Center for People With Disabilities (CPWD), is excited to invite you to our upcoming Listening Tour stop in Boulder to hear directly from people with disabilities about the challenges they experience within our systems.

  • When: July 10, 2024, 10:00 am - 12 pm
  • Where: Center for People With Disabilities,1675 Range Street, Boulder, CO 80301
  • Register: Complete this Form or email craig@cpwd.org

CCDC is a statewide organization dedicated to advocating for the rights of people with all types of disabilities, with a focus on state government programs, laws, and policies.

2024 Summer Bike to Work Day

Wednesday, June 26th is Summer Bike to Work Day!

 Join in on the fun with your fellow bicyclists!

Pledge to Ride – It helps with planning and keeps you in the loop. Encourage your friends and coworkers to ride as well! 

Breakfast stations in and around Boulder serving free food and drinks to participants riding or walking to work from 6:30-9:00 am. Sign up to be a Breakfast Station Host.

Disability Inequity

What Inequities Do People with Disabilities Face? Share Your Thoughts!

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy is asking the public for feedback to understand the full scope of inequities faced by people with disability and the gaps in current knowledge. This feedback will support the government in making data-informed policy decisions to advance equity in all areas—including health, employment, education and others—for people with disabilities. We encourage everyone in the disability community to respond to this request for information. Learn more and submit your comments here by July 15, 2024. 

Rural Transit Day

July 16th is Rural Transit Day - Take the Pledge!

The nation's first Rural Transit Day was celebrated on July 16, 2019. This special holiday focuses on what agencies are doing to recognize passengers and staff on Rural Transit Day and throughout the year. In 2023, 51 agencies from 28 states (as well as national organizations) took the pledge.

Click here to take the pledge and learn more. 

Veterans Stand Down - Resource Guide and RSVP

The Veterans Stand Down will take place on Thursday, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Please complete this form to RSVP to table the event and to share your organization's information for a Resource Guide for Veterans and their families to better navigate available services.

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Opportunities Learn and Grow
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Webinars & Trainings:

Grant Opportunities:

Job & Volunteer Opportunities:

M4A has created a landing page for driving and volunteer opportunitiesCheck out the opportunities today! If you have jobs you wish to see featured, email mobilityforall@bouldercounty.gov

In the News
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Podcasts & Audio Content

News Articles

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.