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A-C-T! (clap, clap, clap) I-0-N! (clap, clap, clap) -- I can’t help but launch into cheer when my team does well! Yes, the NJ “bike/ped” team players have picked it up and are going for the win. With some SAFETEA-LU funding still unobligated, new funding rules under MAP-21, and emergency recovery efforts from Superstorm Sandy, the NJ Team huddled and called their plays. Here’s a rundown of some recent Safe Routes to School, Complete Streets and Transportation Enhancements TEAM ACTION in NJ.
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Performance Management Provisions

This document summarizes goals and performance measures for MAP-21.

Christine GreenWe have all been waiting to learn how the new federal transportation bill, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century, or MAP-21, will be implemented. The new Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) is of particular interest since it now includes Safe Routes to School and Transportation Enhancements funding.

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Key Issues, A Briefing Book for Transportation Decisionmakers, Officials and Staff

This book provides government officials, transportation decisionmakers, planning board members, and transportation service providers with an overview of transportation planning. It contains a basic understanding of key concepts in statewide and metropolitan transportation planning, along with references for additional information.

Leah MurphyLeah Murphy is a currently a Master's Student at the University of California Los Angeles.

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A comprehensive school physical activity program (CSPAP) can ensure that students achieve the recommended amounts of daily physical activity by providingopportunities for physical activity before, during and after the school day. This resource describes components of a CSPAP.

Kate MoeningWith the warmer weather, more and more cyclists will be riding in our communities – it’s a great thing that May is National Bike Month! Ohio schools, communities and organizations are offering a wealth of cycling safety training, education and events to help us cycle safely this summer!

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Schools play a central role in providing opportunities for students to engage in physical activity. Physical education (P.E) is the one time during the day when all students can be active. School boards can consider policy and curriculum strategies to support increased physical activity in P.E.

Margo PedrosoLess than a month ago, President Obama announced that his choice for the next US Secretary of Transportation was Anthony Foxx, the mayor of Charlotte, NC.  Based on his work in Charlotte and his remarks about transportation, we are hopeful about his potential to carry forward Secretary LaHood’s leadership on bicycling, walking and Safe Routes to School.

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CSBA Support for School Board Leadership

This resource outlines the roles and responsibilities of school board members regarding school healthand student wellness.

Marty MartinezBay Area advocates for active transportation came together to successfully defeat an attempt to weaken bicycle and pedestrian requirements in the region.

Evaluation, Report, Case Study

This report serves as an educational piece for Congressional members on the progress of Safe Routes to School. The report includes an executive summary, successes of the federal SRTS program, lessons learned, challenges, funding information, and recommendations for the future of SRTS.

Mikaela RandolphKeith BenjaminThis blog post was written by Mikaela Randolph, shared use campaign manager, and Keith Benjamin, street scale campaign manager.

Fact Sheet, Report, Case Study
A Healthy Food and Physical Activity Policy Resource Guide

This resource provides school board members with information on local wellness and physical activity resources, sample policies, case studies and fact sheets.

Stephanie WeberOn July 22, Margo Pedroso and I joined Advocacy Advance to host a webinar reviewing the

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This guide explains how the public and interested stakeholders can get involved in the San Francisco Bay Area’s transportation project development process. Specifically, we focus on the Transportation Improvement Program or TIP, which is compiled and approved by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission.

Jane WardThe back to school essay topic “What I did on my summer vacation” is a time worn favorite, particularly for elementary teachers and students.  One day late in August, Grandma asked my niece and nephews, “What was your favorite part of your vacation at the beach last week with your family?” Both of my nephews chose a bike-related activity:  “Riding my bike to the smoothie store by myself with m

Evaluation, Report
A Comparative Analysis of Safe Routes to School Program Elements and Travel Mode Outcomes

This study explores how school-level dynamics that underlie the planning and implementation of SRTS programs relate to the percentage of students who walk and bicycle between home and school.

Deb HubsmithOctober is such a great time of year. And I love International Walk and Bike to School Day which its taking place this year on October 9! There is so much to celebrate during this October, here is my top five list:

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Minimizing Your Liability Risk

Safe Routes to School (SRTS) programs can help reduce schools’ risk of liability while making it safer for students to walk or bike. This fact sheet explains why liability fears shouldn’t keep schools from supporting SRTS programs, and offers practical tips for schools and community advocates