Santa Rosa sets Bike to Work Day and reveals Active Transportation Plan

As the sun began to rise over Santa Rosa, excitement filled the air for the upcoming Bay Area Bike to Work Day, scheduled for Thursday, May 16, from 6:30 to 9:30 AM. This annual event not only promotes sustainability but also fosters a sense of community among residents. City officials encouraged participation, highlighting the availability of snacks, giveaways, and bike tune-ups at the city engineer station located at Santa Rosa Avenue and Prince Memorial Greenway. For those needing assistance navigating the city’s bike routes, Director Hennessy offered his expertise to ensure everyone could arrive at work safely and on time.

In a significant development for local transportation, the city announced the release of its final Active Transportation Plan (ATP). This comprehensive plan is the result of 18 months of collaboration involving the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board, various partner agencies, and community members who contributed their insights and time. The ATP aims to enhance biking and walking infrastructure throughout Santa Rosa, making it easier and safer for residents to choose active transportation options.

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board is set to formally review the final plan during their public meeting in May, with the city council scheduled to adopt it in July. Residents are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the details of the ATP, available online at srcity.org/atp, as it represents a crucial step towards improving the city’s transportation landscape.

In addition to these discussions, the city manager provided a brief update on litigation matters, noting that there were no settlements finalized in April. As the meeting concluded, the focus remained on fostering a more bike-friendly Santa Rosa, with the community eagerly anticipating the upcoming Bike to Work Day and the positive changes outlined in the Active Transportation Plan.