The One Less Car 2010 Smart Transportation and Bicycling Symposium was a huge success and the theme was considerably more inclusive this year covering many bicycle and pedestrian topics, as well as, presentations on smart commuting/alternative transportation initiatives. Although it was snowing and many schools and government offices were closed, approximately 300 people attended the Symposium! Attendees learned about the link that exists between our reliance on the automobile, climate change, public health concerns, land use planning, alternative transportation opportunities, livable communities and more. This Annual Symposium continues to be an outstanding opportunity for people to meet and share information with advocates, planners, state and local officials, and community leaders who want more bike lanes, better sidewalks, more trails, a statewide Complete Streets policy and access to a variety of modes of efficient transportation for everyone. The Symposium includes an advocacy component where folks can meet and inform our state Delegates and Senators those Maryland communities need smart commuting opportunities and safe bicycle and pedestrian access to be fully sustainable and livable.
Leaders from throughout Maryland, in addition to, VA, DC, WV, DE and PA attended the Symposium. The 10+ speakers were experts in their field. View the presentations here:
Presented by Secretary Beverley Swaim-Staley Download slides here.
Presented by Keshia M. Pollack, PhD, MPH; Assistant Professor, Department of Health Policy and Management, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
The design and construction of our transportation systems has a profound impact on the public’s health. These impacts are vast and range from preventable deaths and injuries resulting from traffic crashes to reduced opportunities for physical activity. The purpose of this presentation is to explore the inextricable link between public health and transportation. Dr. Pollack’s comments will include a brief summary of the research in this area, its implications for policy making, in Maryland and the U.S., and an emphasis on partnerships and collaboration as a way to ensure transportation and public health are considered together.
Presented by Buddy Alves, Senior Marketing Specialist, Commuter Choice Maryland, Maryland Transit Administration and Nick Ramfos, Director, Commuter Connections, Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments. Download the presentation.
Focus on transportation demand management programs, including parking cash-out, guaranteed ride home, carpool matching, Bike to Work, telecommuting, and other topic areas. The Commuter Connections Program is a model for other programs across the country.
Presented by Greg Hinchliffe, Chairman, Mayor's Bicycle Advisory Committee and Chair of the Maryland Committee of East Coast Greenway; Adiva Sotzsky, Dedicated Advocate.
Legislative review of 3 Foot Rule, Shoulder Bill, Manslaughter by Motor Vehicle Bill and More!
Presented by Alex Obriecht, owner of 5 Race Pace/Bella Bikes bicycle shops in MD; 32 years in business; honored as a ‘Trek Legend’ and much more.
This presentation includes a discussion of the economic impact of the retail bicycle trade, three successful and unique ways to integrate the bicycle into the transportation system, and how sophisticated planning and implementation of the bicycle travel network in Maryland will yield a healthier, fitter population, a region which will attract more active residents, a tourist draw for those outside the area, and a network of commuter routes resulting in many benefits to all involved.
Contact Penny Troutner, One Less Car Legislative Coordinator or Carol Silldorff, One Less Car Executive Director if you are interested in joining the OLC legislative task force. Expert advocates lead you on a tour to seek co-sponsorship of the above bills.
This is an opportunity to ask questions and learn how to discuss important issues with your representative.
Presented by Jennifer Bevan-Dangel, 1000 Friends of Maryland Deputy Director. View power point presentation
Maryland’s transportation system needs clear and bold goals to ensure our prosperity, access to good jobs, and environmental sustainability for all Marylanders. This means improving the way we plan our transportation systems and developments to ensure that there are convenient and affordable travel options available to everyone. Speaker will discuss legislation before the General Assembly concerning reforms to our transportation system in order to ensure that every dollar invested in transportation results in a system that works better for all Marylanders.
Presented by Jack Guarneri, BAHC President. View power point presentations here.
BAHC’s accomplishments since it was established in Feb 2008; identification of issues in dealing with Howard County Government, Columbia Association, and SHA; and plans for future activities
Presented by Sylvia Ramsey, Manager, Community Enhancement Programs.
Hands-on navigation of the various features of the MD Department of Transportation interactive trail map. New data and its effectiveness as a planning tool will be discussed.
Presented by Joe Pelaia, Maryland’s Safe Routes to School Program Coordinator, Maryland State Highway Administration, Maryland Highway Safety Office.
Safe Routes to School is a federally funded program that encourages children in grades K-8, including children with disabilities, to walk or bike to school. The possible impact of this program on Maryland’s school children can be profound. The more physically active school age children become the less chance they have of becoming obese. It also helps combat Type I diabetes formally known as juvenile diabetes. It is a known fact that children that are physically active before school are more alert and participate more in classroom activities. This presentation will give a brief history of the Safe Routes to School program and what accomplishments have been made in Maryland.
Presented by Kartik Sribarra, Manager of Policy Outreach, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. View pdf here.
Rails-to-Trail’s Campaign for Active Transportation aims for the creation of a federal fund to invest, on a competitive basis, in active transportation networks in communities around the country. After a look at the campaign’s history and progress, we will discuss current strategies and how Marylanders can help the process move forward.
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Delegate Jones, bicycle advocate Bill Kelly and Delegate Bronrott
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