Walk-Bike News
Get to School Safely and Actively
It’s August and families are getting back to school! As you buy backpacks and school supplies for your kids, I hope you and your family will also consider HOW your student will get to and from school this year. If you live close enough, walking or bicycling are fun...
Vision Zero Plan and Lawson Bikeway Approved
In surprising unanimous votes, the Cupertino Vision Zero Plan (VZ) and the Lawson Middle School Protected Bikeway were approved by the City Council on July 9, 2024. Both of these projects will significantly improve safety for all residents in the city.Thank you to all...
Cupertino’s New Housing Element Improves the City Bike Ped Policies
On May 14, 2024, the City Council approved the city’s Housing Element for 2023-2031. This is an important document which outlines the city’s commitment to support building a minimum of 4,588 new homes over the next seven years. In that same meeting, the City Council...
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Building a Senior-Friendly Community for Aging in Place
A thriving community is one that meets the needs of its residents at every age. In Cupertino, seniors are a rising and large portion of our population. According to the Age-Friendly Cupertino Task Force in May 2019, about 20% of Cupertino's homes are occupied by...
Why shifting to the center of the lane can be safer (and is legal!)
Many cyclists are leery about biking in the center of a lane, and many drivers think that bikes shouldn't be there. It’s actually one of the best places for adults to bike (kids should use the sidewalk) if the street has no bike lanes or only bike "paint stripe"...
Cool new scooters and e-bikes for everyone
There's plenty of scootesr and e-bikes out there, but sometimes a standard one isn't what you are looking for. If you have specific criteria in your micromobility, or just want the latest thing, check out these scooters and bikes below. Update 3/10/23: A newsletter...