Bike CLE
PUBLIC MEETING: Avon Lake Citywide Bicycle Lane Redesign
Avon Lake was in the news twice this year for serious crashes involving cyclists and motor vehicles. One of the incidents was fatal for the rider involved, and the other left the cyclist very seriously injured. These crashes brought attention to the driving habits in the area, and the lack of safe, connected bicycle infrastructure.…
Read MorePUBLIC MEETING: Access Ohio 2045
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is hosting a public meeting to share with residents and other interested stakeholders details on Ohio’s future transportation system. This is part of the update to its long-range transportation plan, called Access Ohio 2045. Access Ohio 2045 will be an updated blueprint to guide, inform and support Ohio’s transportation…
Read MorePUBLIC MEETING: Willow Lift Bridge Project
The aging Willow Lift Bridge that connects River Road to Whiskey Island Drive needs to be rehabbed or replaced in the coming years. This presents both problems and opportunities. The Cleveland Foundation Centennial Lake Link Trail currently ends near one end of the bridge, and one of the Cleveland Metroparks’ upcoming TIGER grant projects is…
Read MoreBike Smarts: November
Join Bike Cleveland every 3rd Tuesday for informative classes on a wide range of cycling topics. Each class is $10 (FREE to Bike Cleveland members with code) and they are all held at our Ohio City office beginning at 6:30pm. Light refreshments and snacks are provided. November Class Description: Winter Riding Fun | Attend to…
Read MoreRandom Acts of Brightness
Many people in our region do not own cars and ride bicycles out of necessity, making riding at night an unavoidable reality. A major safety concern we have in Cleveland is people on bikes riding around at night without adequate on-board lights. One reason for this is that quality light sets and their replacement batteries…
Read MoreCranksgiving Cleveland 2019
Cleveland’s cycling community is once again gathering food for disadvantaged families and senior citizens this holiday season! Bike Cleveland and Bike Parma are hosting Cleveland’s eighth-annual Cranksgiving, a food drive by bicycle that begins and ends at the Parma Hunger Center. There is no cost to join the event, but cyclists usually spend about $15…
Read MoreEquity & Access Within Cleveland’s Mobility Options
As more mobility options come online in Cleveland, one of the common questions that comes up is: What about those that don’t have smartphones and/or credit cards? It’s a fair question, as everyone should have access to the convenience of these systems. All three of Cleveland’s current scooter options have programs in place to increase…
Read MoreCLE Witches Ride
Once a year, a cackle of Witches descends upon Public Square and flies around downtown Cleveland! Schedule · Saturday, October 12, 2019 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Pre-Ride Check 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Ride – Casual Pace 11:30 AM – 11:45 AM Group Photo 11:45 AM – 12:00 PM Return to Public Square The…
Read MoreBike Smarts: October
Join Bike Cleveland every 3rd Tuesday for informative classes on a wide range of cycling topics. Each class is $10 (FREE to Bike Cleveland members with code) and they are all held at our Ohio City office beginning at 6:30pm. Light refreshments and snacks are provided. October Class Description: Traffic Laws: Staying Safe & Legal…
Read MorePUBLIC MEETING: E. 131st Street Rehabilitation Project
UPDATE: This meeting had been postponed, and is now rescheduled for November 6th. Details below. Join Councilmen Joseph Jones, Kevin Bishop, Kenneth Johnson and guests for a public meeting to discuss the rehabilitation of E. 131st Street between Miles and Union. When: Wednesday, November 6th from 5-7pm Where: Mt. Pleasant NOW Community Development Corporation (13815 Kinsman…
Read More2nd Annual Lake “EERIE” Bike Challenge
Ride your bike to work and use it for errands during the month of October and take the challenge! It’s easy! Just register on Gohio Commute, log your bike commutes during October and follow the leaderboard for up-to-the minute standings. Up to two bike commutes/errands per day will count toward your standings. Use the bike…
Read MoreACTION ALERT: Contact Ohio House Opposing HB 288
Ohio House Bill 288 (HB 288) would prohibit the use of eminent domain by any agency for the purpose of constructing recreational trails. It is currently in the Ohio House Civil Justice Committee. HB288 threatens the ability of future generations to improve and expand trail systems by hindering the government’s ability to assemble the property…
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